Mediterranean Splendor – Rome, Malta & Barcelona

About this cruise

A week or so at sea, a few great ports, and nothing to organise once you're on board. This 7-night sailing from Civitavecchia (Rome) on March 23, 2026 visits Messina, Valletta, Barcelona, Marseille and Genoa. Expect a run of consecutive ports, 5 stops total, with the busiest days packed close together. The sea days around them feel earned. The Western Mediterranean route takes in Italy, Malta, Spain and France, 4 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. Barcelona alone is worth the trip, Where Gothic grandeur meets avant-garde genius. Roughly 9 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. MSC World Europa keeps you well fed. 9 places to eat, with 4 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. If you can, add a night in Civitavecchia (Rome) before boarding. It's a good city to wander. And March is a good time to go. Mild weather, things starting to bloom, and fewer people than summer. Worth booking. That's the short version.