Sun-Kissed Mediterranean – Barcelona & Rome
About this cruise
No complicated itinerary, no back-to-back transfers, just the ports, the ship, and the sea in between. This 7-night sailing from Valencia on December 19, 2026 visits Barcelona, Marseille, Genoa, Livorno (Florence/Pisa) and Civitavecchia (Rome). A few ports come in quick succession, which is great for sightseeing but means you'll appreciate the sea days when they arrive. It's a proper Western Mediterranean tour: 3 countries, from Spain to Italy. Of the stops, Barcelona tends to be the one people talk about: Where Gothic grandeur meets avant-garde genius. Around 11 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. From casual buffets to proper sit-down restaurants, MSC Sinfonia has 4 dining spots on board, most of them included. A December sailing is basically an excuse to chase the sun for a week or two. Sometimes the best trips are the ones you just go ahead and book.