Western Mediterranean Cruise: Barcelona and Rome — MSC World Europa, 7 Nights

About Western Mediterranean Cruise: Barcelona and Rome — MSC World Europa, 7 Nights

This cruise along the Western Mediterranean route lasts 7 nights and 8 days aboard MSC World Europa. Your journey begins with boarding the ship at the Port of Genoa for its departure on 26 May 2027. Passengers are responsible for making their own way to Genoa. After Genoa, the ship calls at the ports of La Spezia, Rome (Civitavecchia), Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona and Marseille, before returning to Genoa. You can enjoy short visits ashore at each port on the route; optional shore excursions are also available at the ports. Enjoy the itinerary, including a day at sea. Prices start at €2.852 per person. The price includes full-board accommodation in your chosen cabin category, port taxes, entertainment, shows and activities held on board every day and evening, breakfast, lunch and dinner with refreshments, a buffet restaurant open 20 hours a day, the captain's welcome party and gala dinner.

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Genoa

Our tour begins with boarding the ship at Genoa Port; guests settle into their cabins. The ship departs from the port at 18:00. Dinner and overnight on board.

Day 2 — La Spezia

The ship docks at La Spezia Port at 07:00 in the morning. From here, you can travel to the villages of Cinque Terre and the Leaning Tower of Pisa; shore excursions are also available for guests who wish to join them. The ship sets sail again at 18:00, and overnight accommodation continues on board.

Day 3 — Rome (Civitavecchia)

Our ship docks at the Port of Rome (Civitavecchia) at 07:00. The port provides access to Rome’s landmarks, including the Colosseum, the Vatican and the Trevi Fountain; you can visit these destinations on optional shore excursions. The ship departs the port at 19:00. Overnight accommodation is on board.

Day 4 — Cruising at sea

This day is spent entirely at sea. You can spend your time as you wish on board enjoying the pools, spa center, shows, and restaurants. Overnight stay continues on board.

Day 5 — Palma de Mallorca

The ship docks at Palma de Mallorca Port at 09:00. Palma Cathedral (La Seu) and Bellver Castle can be visited from this port; optional shore excursions are available for those who wish to join. The ship departs the port at 21:00, and overnight accommodation is on board.

Day 6 — Barcelona

The ship arrives at the Port of Barcelona at 08:00 in the morning. Sagrada Familia, La Rambla and the Gothic Quarter are among the main attractions to explore from this port; you can join optional shore excursions if you wish. The ship departs the port at 17:00; overnight accommodation continues on board.

Day 7 — Marseille

Our ship docks at Marseille Port at 09:00 in the morning. The Old Port (Vieux-Port) and Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica can be visited from here; optional shore excursions are also available on request. The ship departs the port at 19:00; overnight on board.

Day 8 — Genoa

The ship arrives at Genoa Port at 08:00 in the morning. After breakfast, passengers disembark and our tour ends.

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Western Mediterranean cruise tour with MSC World Europa last?

The tour is 7 nights 8 days.

Which ports does the ship visit?

Genoa, La Spezia, Rome (Civitavecchia), Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona, Marseille respectively.

Which ship operates this tour?

Aboard the MSC World Europa ship.

Where is the departure, and how is the transportation?

Boarding the ship at Genoa port; transfer to the port is not included in the price.

What are the departure dates and how much does it cost?

Departure dates: 26 May 2027. Prices start from €2,852 per person.

What is included in the price?

Full Board accommodation in the chosen cabin category; port taxes; entertainment, shows and activities arranged on board every day and evening; breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus refreshments on board; buffet restaurant open 20 hours a day; the captain’s welcome party and gala dinner; daily service charge of 12 € per person; mandatory travel insurance (professional liability insurance).

What is not included in the price?

Shore excursions; Beauty center and SPA; Personal expenses; Visa fee and departure fee; Drinks (vending machines at the open buffet are free).

Is a visa required?

Since the itinerary calls at ports in the Schengen area, Turkish citizens travelling with an ordinary (burgundy) passport are required to obtain a Schengen visa. As the ship leaves the Schengen area and re-enters, the visa must be multiple-entry.

Is there a Turkish-speaking guide?

There is no Turkish guiding service on this program; Turkish staff are available on board.