Ruby Rhapsody – Riviera & Lisbon

About this cruise

You board in Genoa on August 31, 2026 for 10 nights visiting Marseille, Málaga and Cádiz, with additional stops along the Western Mediterranean, and you come back from this kind of trip wondering why you don't do it more often. A few ports come in quick succession, which is great for sightseeing but means you'll appreciate the sea days when they arrive. Crossing 4 borders through the Western Mediterranean: France, Spain, Portugal and Italy. You'll notice the culture shift at every stop. Of the stops, Olbia tends to be the one people talk about: Sardinia's Emerald Coast at your feet. Around 9 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. MSC Opera takes the food seriously, with 4 restaurants to choose from. 4 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. The longer time on board means you'll catch several shows, themed nights, and start feeling like a regular at your favourite bar. This length suits most people. Enough time to settle in and actually unwind, without the trip dragging on. The timing works well too: warm evenings on deck, late sunsets, and a lively atmosphere. Sometimes the best trips are the ones you just go ahead and book.