MSC Magnifica itinerary map for September 18, 2025
MSC Magnifica
MSC Magnifica
September 18, 2025
7 Night Western Mediterranean

MSC Magnifica September 18, 2025

The MSC Magnifica September 18, 2025 cruise departs from Valletta, Malta. On this 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Valletta Roundtrip) sailing, the MSC Magnifica will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Thursday, Sep 18th and returns on Thursday, Sep 25th, 2025.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Valletta
Malta
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
1
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MSC Magnifica · September 18, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Magnifica cruise ship departing September 18, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,249 ($179 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,113 ($160 per night), this represents a recent increase of 12%.

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MSC Magnifica · September 18, 2025

The MSC Magnifica sails on September 18, 2025 for a 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Valletta Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Valletta, Malta at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Valletta, Malta on Sep 25th at 9:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MSC Magnifica will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Valletta Roundtrip)

  • SEP18
    Valletta, Malta
    Valletta, Malta
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP19
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP20
    Tarragona, Spain
    Tarragona, Spain
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • SEP21
    Marseille (Provence), France
    Marseille (Provence), France
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • SEP22
    La Spezia (cinque Terre), Italy
    La Spezia (cinque Terre), Italy
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP23
    Naples, Italy
    Naples, Italy
    A: 1:00 PM - D: 9:00 PM
  • SEP24
    Palermo, Sicily
    Palermo, Sicily
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP25
    Valletta, Malta
    Valletta, Malta
    A: 9:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

September 18, 2025 · 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Valletta Roundtrip)

Valletta, Malta
Day 1•Thursday, Sep 18

Valletta, Malta

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

Valletta, Malta, offers docking at Valletta Port. Travelers explore St. John’s Co-Cathedral and Upper Barrakka Gardens. Excursions visit Mdina’s medieval walls. Local markets sell pastizzi. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Baroque architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes rabbit stew, a Maltese favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Knights of Malta history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Valletta’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Maltese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic harbors, making Valletta an engaging destination. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 2•Friday, Sep 19

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Tarragona, Spain
Day 3•Saturday, Sep 20

Tarragona, Spain

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Tarragona, Spain, offers docking at Tarragona Port. Travelers explore Roman Amphitheatre and Tarragona Cathedral. Excursions visit Montserrat’s monastery. Local markets sell calcots. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes paella, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Tarragona’s ancient charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO sites and scenic coasts, making Tarragona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Costa Daurada.

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Marseille (Provence), France
Day 4•Sunday, Sep 21

Marseille (Provence), France

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Marseille (Provence), France, offers docking at Marseille Port. Travelers explore Notre-Dame de la Garde and Vieux-Port. Excursions visit Aix-en-Provence’s lavender fields. Local markets sell bouillabaisse. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures basilicas and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes ratatouille, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Provençal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Marseille’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ports and scenic fields, making Marseille an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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La Spezia (cinque Terre), Italy
Day 5•Monday, Sep 22

La Spezia (cinque Terre), Italy

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

La Spezia (Cinque Terre), Italy, docks at Porto di La Spezia, 2 kilometers from downtown, with shuttles for 10-minute rides. La Spezia, population 90,000, serves as a gateway to Cinque Terre, 30 minutes north by train. Travelers explore Riomaggiore’s colorful villages. Local markets sell focaccia. Excursions to Portovenere, 20 minutes south, visit San Pietro Church. Peak season May to September; taxis 5-10 EUR. Dining includes pesto pasta at harbor trattorias. Souvenirs feature ceramic tiles.

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Naples, Italy
Day 6•Tuesday, Sep 23

Naples, Italy

Arrival: 1:00 PM•Departure: 9:00 PM

Naples, Italy, offers docking at Naples Port. Travelers explore Pompeii ruins and Royal Palace. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell margherita pizza. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes spaghetti alle vongole, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like cameo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Naples’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic islands, making Naples an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Palermo, Sicily
Day 7•Wednesday, Sep 24

Palermo, Sicily

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Palermo, Sicily, offers docking at Palermo Port. Travelers explore Palermo Cathedral and Norman Palace. Excursions visit Monreale’s mosaics. Local markets sell arancini. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Arab-Norman architecture and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes caponata, a Sicilian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palermo’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palermo an engaging destination for exploring Sicily’s capital. (126 words)

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Valletta, Malta
Day 8•Thursday, Sep 25

Valletta, Malta

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: —

Valletta, Malta, offers docking at Valletta Port. Travelers explore St. John’s Co-Cathedral and Upper Barrakka Gardens. Excursions visit Mdina’s medieval walls. Local markets sell pastizzi. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Baroque architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes rabbit stew, a Maltese favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Knights of Malta history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Valletta’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Maltese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic harbors, making Valletta an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Weather Forecast

MSC Magnifica - September 18, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Valletta, Malta

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September

Typical Weather

86°F

Average High

66°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.08in

Daily average

2.5 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

Itinerary Safety Rank
70 / 100
safer than 70% of all cruises
70
8
/ 10
Valletta, Malta
Valletta
Valletta is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the sights.
8
/ 10
Tarragona, Spain
Tarragona
Tarragona is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid pickpocketing.
6
/ 10
Marseille (Provence), France
Marseille
Travelers in Marseille should stay vigilant in certain neighborhoods due to higher crime rates and secure their belongings in crowded areas.
8
/ 10
La Spezia (cinque Terre), Italy
La Spezia
La Spezia is a safe destination for travelers, but they should remain vigilant for pickpocketing in crowded areas during peak seasons.
6
/ 10
Naples, Italy
Naples
Travelers in Naples should stay vigilant against petty crime and be cautious of traffic while exploring the city.
6
/ 10
Palermo, Sicily
Palermo
Travelers in Palermo should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, keeping belongings secure and being aware of their surroundings.

Cruise Ship

MSC Magnifica

⚓ Tonnage

95,128

vs avg 136,380

🛠️ Year Built

2,010

vs avg 2,013

📏 Length (ft)

963

vs avg 1,030

👥 Passenger Count

3,223

vs avg 4,494

The Magnifica has a construction date of 2010 and a total size of 95,128 gross tons. The ship measures 963 feet in length. MSC Magnifica is included in MSC’s Musica class. At full capacity, the MSC Magnifica holds 3,223 passengers. That includes 2,196 cruise vacationers and 1,027 staff members. The Magnifica total number of staterooms is 1,256.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the MSC Magnifica sailing on September 18, 2025?

This is a 7-night cruise itinerary departing from Valletta, Malta.

What ports does the MSC Magnifica visit on the September 18, 2025 cruise?

This route includes valletta-malta, tarragona-spain, marseille-france, cinque-terre-italy, naples-italy, palermo-sicily.

How many sea days are included on this MSC Magnifica September 18, 2025 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 1 sea day.

Who is the cruise director for the MSC Magnifica sailing on September 18, 2025?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this MSC Magnifica itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

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