Mediterranean to Arabia – Naples & Dubai

About this cruise

If you've got 26 nights to work with, this sailing from Naples on November 2, 2026 through Messina, Valletta and Barcelona, with additional stops along the Western Mediterranean is genuinely one of the better ways to spend them. You get off in Dubai, which is a good excuse to tack on a few days on land. A few ports come in quick succession, which is great for sightseeing but means you'll appreciate the sea days when they arrive. 10 countries (Italy, Malta, Spain, France, Greece, Cyprus, Egypt, Oman, Qatar and United Arab Emirates) across the Western Mediterranean, each with its own character. Don't rush through Limassol, which is known as Sun, wine, and ancient kingdoms on Cyprus. Around 10 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. You won't go hungry on MSC World Europa. 4 restaurants come with the fare, plus 5 more when you feel like treating yourself. The longer time on board means you'll catch several shows, themed nights, and start feeling like a regular at your favourite bar. The autumn timing is underrated too. Good weather, calmer seas, and a more relaxed ship. All told, 13 ports across 26 nights covers a lot.