Mediterranean to South America – Barcelona & Rio

About this cruise

Every port gets the time it deserves and the sea days in between are half the fun. This 21-night sailing leaves Palermo on November 12, 2026 and visits Valletta, Barcelona and Gibraltar, with additional stops along the South America. You finish in Buenos Aires. More sea than shore on this one, with 11 days on the water between stops. The South America route takes in Malta, Spain, United Kingdom, Morocco, Brazil, Uruguay and Argentina, 7 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. Montevideo alone is worth the trip, Mate-sipping elegance on the Río de la Plata. Roughly 10 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. MSC Splendida keeps you well fed. 6 places to eat, with 2 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. With more nights comes more time for the ship's rhythm to kick in: morning coffee in the same spot, evening shows, late-night conversations on deck. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. If you can, add a night in Palermo before boarding. It's a good city to wander. And November is a good call. Still warm, less crowded, and usually cheaper too. Worth booking. That's the short version.