Barcelona, Spain
Board for seven nights in the Mediterranean. Plan to reach Barcelona ahead of embarkation and allow time for flight delays and port formalities.
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Europe · Western Mediterranean · 8 days / 7 nights
Four countries, sailing from Barcelona
Board MSC World Asia in Barcelona and sail via Marseille, Genoa, Civitavecchia or Naples, Messina and Valletta before returning to Barcelona. Unpack once for a loop around the Western Mediterranean.
Check dates and prices →START & FINISHBarcelona, Spain round trip
PACEFull port days, plus one day at sea
TRANSPORTATIONMSC World Asia cruise ship
ESTIMATED PRICEAsk for current pricingUSD per person · Multi-day hotel and cruise estimates usually assume double occupancy; airfare is usually separate
DAY BY DAY
A purpose to each day,
with the demanding parts made clear.
This is a representative rhythm for the journey. Cities, hotels, and sightseeing order may change by departure date. Before you decide, we review the final version with you point by point.
Marseille, France
Explore the Old Port independently or book an optional excursion toward Provence. Confirm shore transport and excursion costs separately.
Genoa, Italy
Visit Genoa's historic center. Portofino requires separate transport or an excursion; allow enough time to return to the ship.
Civitavecchia (for Rome) or Naples, Italy
Call at Civitavecchia or Naples depending on season and sailing. Rome or Pompeii visits require separate transport or an excursion. Confirm the exact port before booking.
Messina, Italy
Arrive in Sicily. Choose time in Messina or an optional shore trip to Taormina.
Valletta, Malta
Visit Malta's capital, with time for the old town or an optional excursion within the ship's port schedule.
At sea
Spend the day onboard relaxing or enjoying shipboard activities. Some restaurants, facilities and experiences carry additional charges.
Return to Barcelona, Spain
Disembark as directed by the cruise line. Leave enough time for baggage collection and airport travel before your flight.
WHAT THE PRICE COVERS
What is usually included,
and what is usually separate.
Suppliers and departures differ. Use this as a reading guide, not as a substitute for the final confirmation.
Usually included
✓ Seven nights of onboard accommodation
✓ Cruise transportation between ports
✓ Dining and public-facility inclusions as specified by the selected fare
Usually separate
＋ Flights, pre/post-cruise hotels and port transfers
＋ Daily service charges and selected paid onboard experiences
＋ Shore transport, admissions and guides
＋ Drinks, Wi-Fi and travel insurance
TRIP INQUIRY
For current departures and prices,
send your dates and party size.
Please also include children, older travelers, mobility needs, or room requests.
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