MSC Cruises

Daily Itinerary

1. Day 1

   Genoa, Italy

   Depart 18:00

   Italy

   

   La Superba — 'the Proud' — earned its epithet as one of the four great maritime republics of medieval Italy, and Genoa's UNESCO-listed Palazzi dei Rolli, some of the finest Renaissance and Baroque palaces in Europe, still announce the city's historic ambitions with magnificent authority. Renzo Piano's revitalised old port introduces a modern chapter alongside the medieval carruggi, the labyrinthine alleys where the city's true character breathes: Ligurian focaccia straight from the wood oven, pesto ground to ancient recipes, and farinata — chickpea flatbread — served on marble counters since the twelfth century. Spring and autumn offer the most pleasant conditions for exploring this underestimated city.

2. Day 2

   Marseille

   Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00

   France

   

   Founded by Greek sailors in 600 BC, Marseille is France's oldest and most viscerally alive city — a Mediterranean port where the catch is still sold from fishing boat decks at the Vieux-Port each morning beneath the golden Madonna of Notre-Dame de la Garde, gleaming on her basilica above the city. The bouillabaisse served at harbourside institutions such as Chez Fonfon is not merely a dish but a rite, its saffron-stained broth tying Marseille to its Hellenic roots. Explore the dramatic Calanques national park, a coastal labyrinth of turquoise coves just south of the city. Spring and autumn are the finest seasons.

3. Day 3

   Tarragona

   Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00

   Spain

   

   Tarragona, a historic Catalonian port city, is renowned for its Roman ruins and vibrant local life. Must-do experiences include exploring the ancient Roman amphitheater and indulging in local dishes like calçots and fideuà. The best time to visit is during the spring and early autumn, when the weather is mild and the city is alive with cultural festivities.

4. Day 4

   Valencia

   Arrive 07:00Depart 18:00

   Spain

   

   Valencia, Spain's luminous third city, dazzles with a creative energy anchored by two thousand years of layered civilization — Roman foundations, Moorish irrigation gardens, a Gothic cathedral housing what many believe to be the Holy Grail, and Santiago Calatrava's futuristic City of Arts and Sciences gleaming beside a park-filled riverbed. The city invented paella over an open fire of orange-wood in the surrounding huerta, and the Las Fallas festival each March — when neighborhoods compete to erect and then ceremonially burn towering satirical sculptures — is one of Europe's most spectacular celebrations. Valencia's Mediterranean climate makes it exceptional year-round.

5. Day 6

   Livorno

   Arrive 07:00Depart 20:00

   Italy

   

   Purpose-built as a Medici utopia in the late sixteenth century, Livorno was conceived from the outset as a city without discrimination — its founding Leggi Livornine granted equal rights to Jews, Christians, Muslims, and merchants of every nation, making it one of the most cosmopolitan cities in Renaissance Europe. Today, the Venetian-style canals of the Venezia Nuova quarter reflect colourful palazzi with a distinctly faded glamour, while the Mercato Centrale's fish counters display the cacciucco ingredients — a robust Livornese brodetto of five sea creatures — that make this port city a pilgrimage for serious eaters. Day trips to Pisa and Lucca are effortless from here. The season runs April through October.

6. Day 7

   Civitavecchia, Rome

   Arrive 07:00Depart 18:00

   Italy

   

   Rome's ancient maritime gateway since the Emperor Trajan commissioned its harbour in 106 AD, Civitavecchia is the natural prologue to the Eternal City — just seventy minutes southeast by express rail. The port's Renaissance fortress, designed in part by Michelangelo, anchors a working waterfront that has welcomed travellers for millennia. Beyond Rome's unmissable monuments, consider an afternoon in the Civitavecchia thermal baths, drawing on mineral waters prized since antiquity. Spring and autumn offer the ideal balance of mild weather and manageable crowds for exploring the capital's layered history.

7. Day 8

   Catania

   Arrive 13:30Depart 19:00

   Italy

   

   Catania is Sicily's dramatic second city, built from the black volcanic stone of Mount Etna and layered with Greek, Roman, and baroque heritage dating to 729 BC. Visitors should not miss the riotous Pescheria fish market and a tasting of authentic pasta alla Norma, followed by an excursion to the summit of Etna for views stretching to the Aeolian Islands. The best months to visit are April through June and September through October, when mild temperatures and thinner crowds allow the city's baroque streetscapes and extraordinary cuisine to be savored at a leisurely, unhurried pace.

8. Day 9

   Corfu

   Arrive 13:00Depart 19:00

   Greece

   

   Where Homer placed the island of the Phaeacians and four centuries of Venetian rule left their most enduring Mediterranean legacy, Corfu is a singular island of extraordinary historical depth and natural beauty. The UNESCO-listed Old Town — its narrow Kantounia alleyways, the elegant Liston arcade, and twin Venetian fortresses — is the finest preserved Venetian streetscape in Greece. Beyond the town, secret coves, olive groves of immense antiquity, and mountain villages offer weeks of unhurried discovery. May through June and September offer perfect conditions: warm sea temperatures, clear skies, and the island before or after its summer crescendo.

9. Day 10

   Kotor

   Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

   Montenegro

   

   The port of Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and rich historical tapestry. A must-do experience includes wandering the cobblestone streets of the Old Town, where culinary delights like "kacamak" and fresh seafood await. The best time to visit is during the spring or early fall, when the weather is pleasant and the crowds are fewer.

10. Day 11

    Bari

    Arrive 07:00

    Italy

    

    Bari, Puglia's ancient capital on the Adriatic, has served as a bridge between Western Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean for over two millennia — a heritage visible in the magnificent Basilica di San Nicola, one of medieval Christendom's most important pilgrimage churches, and in the labyrinthine Bari Vecchia where elderly women still hand-roll orecchiette in the street. The surrounding region of Puglia is among Italy's most compelling culinary destinations: burrata born in Andria, focaccia barese, and the puglian cuisine that has recently attracted international attention as Rome's and Florence's quieter, more authentic cousin. Visit April through June and September through October; the Trulli of Alberobello are forty minutes south.

Cabin Categories

BALCONY AUREA

Balcony

247 sq ftMax 2BA

Balcony Sitting area with sofa Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Queen or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)+5

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BALCONY BELLA GUARANTEED

Balcony

247 sq ftMax 2BB

Balcony Sitting area with sofa Comfortable double or single beds (on request) Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar Bathroom with shower or bathtub , vanity area with hairdryer

Queen or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVMedia/Entertainment Station+5

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DELUXE BALCONY FANTASTICA

Balcony

161 sq ftMax 2BR1

Balcony Sitting area with sofa Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Queen or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)+5

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DELUXE BALCONY FANTASTICA

Balcony

161 sq ftMax 2BR2

Balcony Sitting area with sofa Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Queen or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)+5

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DELUXE BALCONY WITH PARTIAL VIEW FANTASTICA

Balcony

247 sq ftMax 2BP

Surface 18 sqm, balcony 5 sqm, deck 12, partial view. Sitting area with sofa. Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer. Comfortable double or single beds (on request*). Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar.

Queen or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)+5

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PREMIUM BALCONY FANTASTICA

Balcony

247 sq ftMax 2BL1

Balcony Sitting area with sofa Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Queen or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)+5

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PREMIUM BALCONY FANTASTICA

Balcony

247 sq ftMax 2BL2

Balcony Sitting area with sofa Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Queen or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)+5

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DELUXE INTERIOR FANTASTICA

Inside

150 sq ftMax 2IR1

Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Queen or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)+5

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DELUXE INTERIOR FANTASTICA

Inside

150 sq ftMax 2IR2

Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Queen or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)+5

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INTERIOR BELLA GUARANTEED

Inside

150 sq ftMax 2IB

Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)+3

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DELUXE OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA

Outside

172 sq ftMax 2OR1

Window with sea view Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Queen or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)+5

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DELUXE OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA

Outside

172 sq ftMax 2OR2

Window with sea view Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Queen or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)+5

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DELUXE OCEAN VIEW WITH OBSTRUCTED VIEW FANTASTICA

Outside

172 sq ftMax 2OO

Window with sea view Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Queen or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)+5

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OCEAN VIEW BELLA GUARANTEED

Outside

172 sq ftMax 2OB

Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Queen or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)+5

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PREMIUM SUITE AUREA

Suite

323 sq ftMax 2SL1

Balcony Sitting area with sofa Spacious closet Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

King or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTV+4

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