Mediterranean Splendor – Rome, Malta & Barcelona

About this cruise

There's a reason 7-night cruises are the most popular length. This one sails from Civitavecchia (Rome) on April 6, 2026 and visits Messina, Valletta, Barcelona, Marseille and Genoa. The itinerary clusters several port calls together. Fast-paced for a few days, then the sea days hit and you can catch your breath. 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. You get around 9 hours in each port, which is enough for an excursion, lunch, and some wandering around on your own. When you're not ashore, 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. If you like having options (restaurants, bars, activities, entertainment), a big ship delivers that. An April departure catches that sweet window of warm-enough weather before the summer rush. Good route, good ship, good timing. It all lines up.