MSC Magnifica itinerary map for December 16, 2026
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10 Night Western Mediterranean on MSC MSC Magnifica

December 16, 2026

MSC Magnifica December 16, 2026

The MSC Magnifica December 16, 2026 cruise departs from Genoa, Italy. On this 10 Night Western Mediterranean (Genoa Roundtrip) sailing, the MSC Magnifica will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Wednesday, Dec 16th and returns on Saturday, Dec 26th, 2026.

Cruise Length
10
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Genoa
Italy
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
2
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MSC Magnifica · December 16, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Magnifica cruise ship departing December 16, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,529 ($153 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,438 ($144 per night), this represents a recent increase of 6%.

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MSC Magnifica · December 16, 2026

The MSC Magnifica sails on December 16, 2026 for a 10 Night Western Mediterranean (Genoa Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Genoa, Italy at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Genoa, Italy on Dec 26th at 7:00 AM. During the 11-day journey, the MSC Magnifica will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

10 Night Western Mediterranean (Genoa Roundtrip)

  • DEC16
    Genoa, Italy
    Genoa, Italy
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC17
    Marseille (Provence), France
    Marseille (Provence), France
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • DEC18
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • DEC19
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC20
    Cadiz (Seville), Spain
    Cadiz (Seville), Spain
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC21
    Casablanca, Morocco
    Casablanca, Morocco
    A: 5:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • DEC22
    Malaga, Spain
    Malaga, Spain
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • DEC23
    Alicante, Spain
    Alicante, Spain
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • DEC24
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC25
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • DEC26
    Genoa, Italy
    Genoa, Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 16, 2026 · 10 Night Western Mediterranean (Genoa Roundtrip)

Genoa, Italy
Day 1•Wednesday, Dec 16

Genoa, Italy

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 PM

Genoa, Italy, offers docking at Genoa Port. Travelers explore Palazzo Ducale and Via Garibaldi. Excursions visit Portofino’s colorful harbor. Local markets sell focaccia. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Renaissance palaces and Ligurian vistas. Dining onboard includes pesto pasta, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Genoese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Genoa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Genoa an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Liguria region.

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Marseille (Provence), France
Day 2•Thursday, Dec 17

Marseille (Provence), France

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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.

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Barcelona, Spain
Day 3•Friday, Dec 18

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region.

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At Sea
Day 4•Saturday, Dec 19

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Cadiz (Seville), Spain
Day 5•Sunday, Dec 20

Cadiz (Seville), Spain

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Cádiz (Seville), Spain, offers docking at Cádiz Port with excursions to Seville. Travelers explore Seville’s Alcázar and Cádiz’s old town. Excursions visit Jerez’s sherry bodegas. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish palaces and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes jamón ibérico, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like fan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cádiz’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Cádiz an engaging destination.

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Casablanca, Morocco
Day 6•Monday, Dec 21

Casablanca, Morocco

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Casablanca, Morocco, docks at Port de Casablanca, 3 kilometers from downtown, with taxis for 15-minute rides. The city, population 3.5 million, features the Hassan II Mosque with a 210-meter minaret. Travelers stroll the Corniche for Atlantic views. Local markets sell tagines. Excursions to Rabat, 1 hour north, visit the Royal Palace. Peak season April to October; taxis 20-50 MAD. Dining includes couscous at medina cafes. Souvenirs feature leather slippers.

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Malaga, Spain
Day 7•Tuesday, Dec 22

Malaga, Spain

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Málaga, Spain, offers docking at Málaga Port. Travelers explore Alcazaba Fortress and Picasso Museum. Excursions visit Ronda’s deep gorges. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes paella, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Málaga’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic coasts, making Málaga an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Costa del Sol.

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Alicante, Spain
Day 8•Wednesday, Dec 23

Alicante, Spain

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Alicante, Spain, offers docking at Alicante Port. Travelers explore Santa Bárbara Castle and Explanada de España. Excursions visit Elche’s palm groves. Local markets sell turrón. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish castles and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz a banda, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Valencian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance castle walks. Alicante’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic promenades, making Alicante an engaging destination for exploration.

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At Sea
Day 9•Thursday, Dec 24

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Day 10•Friday, Dec 25

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, offers docking at Civitavecchia Port with excursions to Rome. Travelers explore Colosseum and Pantheon. Excursions visit Vatican City’s Sistine Chapel. Local markets sell gelato. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes carbonara, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like Murano glass, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Civitavecchia’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Civitavecchia an engaging destination.

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Genoa, Italy
Day 11•Saturday, Dec 26

Genoa, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Genoa, Italy, offers docking at Genoa Port. Travelers explore Palazzo Ducale and Via Garibaldi. Excursions visit Portofino’s colorful harbor. Local markets sell focaccia. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Renaissance palaces and Ligurian vistas. Dining onboard includes pesto pasta, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Genoese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Genoa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Genoa an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Liguria region.

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Weather Forecast

MSC Magnifica - December 16, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Genoa, Italy

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December

Typical Weather

59°F

Average High

19°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.10in

Daily average

3.1 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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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
69 / 100
safer than 69% of all cruises
69
7
/ 10
Genoa, Italy
Genoa
Genoa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should stay vigilant against petty crime and secure their belongings in crowded areas.
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.
7
/ 10
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona
Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.
8
/ 10
Cadiz (Seville), Spain
Cadiz
Travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the safe and welcoming atmosphere of Cadiz.
6
/ 10
Casablanca, Morocco
Casablanca
Travelers in Casablanca should remain vigilant, avoid risky areas, and secure their belongings to minimize risks while exploring.
7
/ 10
Malaga, Spain
Malaga
Travelers in Malaga should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and popular attractions.
8
/ 10
Alicante, Spain
Alicante
Travelers in Alicante should stay vigilant against petty theft, especially in crowded areas, while securing their belongings.
7
/ 10
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Civitavecchia
Civitavecchia is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas and near attractions.

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 December 16, 2026?

This is a 10-night cruise itinerary departing from Genoa, Italy.

What ports does the MSC Magnifica visit on the December 16, 2026 cruise?

This route includes genoa-italy, marseille-france, barcelona-spain, cadiz-seville-spain, casablanca-morocco, malaga-spain, alicante-spain, rome-italy.

How many sea days are included on this MSC Magnifica December 16, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MSC Magnifica sailing on December 16, 2026?

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.

Last Updated: Mar 24, 2026