Sun-Kissed Sailing – Riviera & Rome

About this cruise

7 nights, 5 ports, all from Marseille on September 17, 2026. The route visits Tarragona, Valencia, Livorno (Florence/Pisa), Civitavecchia (Rome) and Genoa and the whole thing just flows. The itinerary clusters several port calls together. Fast-paced for a few days, then the sea days hit and you can catch your breath. Roman ruins at one stop, Renaissance piazzas at the next. Centuries of history at every quay. You get around 11 hours in each port, which is enough for an excursion, lunch, and some wandering around on your own. When you're not ashore, MSC Orchestra keeps you well fed. 5 places to eat, with 3 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. A September sailing dodges the peak crowds while the weather is still cooperating. Well timed. 7 nights of not thinking about anything except where to eat next. That's the pitch.