MSC Splendida itinerary map for May 17, 2026
MSC Splendida

7 Night Western Mediterranean on MSC MSC Splendida

May 17, 2026

MSC Splendida May 17, 2026

The MSC Splendida May 17, 2026 cruise departs from Barcelona, Spain. On this 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip) sailing, the MSC Splendida will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Sunday, May 17th and returns on Sunday, May 24th, 2026.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Barcelona
Spain
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
1
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MSC Splendida · May 17, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Splendida cruise ship departing May 17, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,040 ($149 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $938 ($135 per night), this represents a recent increase of 11%.

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MSC Splendida · May 17, 2026

The MSC Splendida sails on May 17, 2026 for a 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on May 24th at 8:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MSC Splendida will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip)

  • MAY17
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: — - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY18
    Marseille (Provence), France
    Marseille (Provence), France
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAY19
    Livorno, Florence, Italy
    Livorno, Florence, Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY20
    Cagliari, Sardinia
    Cagliari, Sardinia
    A: 12:00 PM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY21
    Palermo, Sicily
    Palermo, Sicily
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY22
    Valletta, Malta
    Valletta, Malta
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY23
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY24
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: 8:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

May 17, 2026 · 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip)

Barcelona, Spain
Day 1•Sunday, May 17

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: —•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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Marseille (Provence), France
Day 2•Monday, May 18

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.

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Livorno, Florence, Italy
Day 3•Tuesday, May 19

Livorno, Florence, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Livorno, Florence, Italy, offers docking at Livorno Port with excursions to Florence. Travelers explore Florence’s Duomo and Uffizi Gallery. Excursions visit Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Local markets sell ribollita. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Renaissance art and Tuscan vistas. Dining onboard includes bistecca alla fiorentina, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like leather crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Medici history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Livorno’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic art and scenic hills, making Livorno an engaging destination.

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Cagliari, Sardinia
Day 4•Wednesday, May 20

Cagliari, Sardinia

Arrival: 12:00 PM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Cagliari, Sardinia, offers docking at Cagliari Port. Travelers explore Poetto Beach and Castello district. Excursions visit Nora’s ancient ruins. Local markets sell malloreddus. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval towers and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes fregola con frutti di mare, a Sardinian favorite. Souvenirs, like cork crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Nuragic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cagliari’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic beaches, making Cagliari an engaging destination for exploration.

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Palermo, Sicily
Day 5•Thursday, May 21

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.

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Valletta, Malta
Day 6•Friday, May 22

Valletta, Malta

Arrival: 9:00 AM•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.

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At Sea
Day 7•Saturday, May 23

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Barcelona, Spain
Day 8•Sunday, May 24

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: —

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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Weather Forecast

MSC Splendida - May 17, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Barcelona, Spain

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May

Typical Weather

90°F

Average High

38°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

1.9 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
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.
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
Livorno, Florence, Italy
Livorno
Travelers should remain vigilant against pickpocketing and bag snatching in crowded areas while enjoying the attractions in Livorno and Florence.
8
/ 10
Cagliari, Sardinia
Cagliari
Cagliari is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a welcoming atmosphere, allowing travelers to explore confidently.
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.
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.

Cruise Ship

MSC Splendida

⚓ Tonnage

137,936

vs avg 136,380

🛠️ Year Built

2,009

vs avg 2,013

📏 Length (ft)

1,093

vs avg 1,030

👥 Passenger Count

3,900

vs avg 4,494

The Splendida has a construction date of 2009 and a total size of 137,936 gross tons. The ship measures 1,093 feet in length. MSC Splendida is included in MSC’s Fantasia class. At full capacity, the MSC Splendida holds 3,900 passengers. That includes 2,587 cruise vacationers and 1,313 staff members. The Splendida total number of staterooms is 1,625.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the MSC Splendida sailing on May 17, 2026?

This is a 7-night cruise itinerary departing from Barcelona, Spain.

What ports does the MSC Splendida visit on the May 17, 2026 cruise?

This route includes barcelona-spain, marseille-france, livorno-florence-italy, cagliari-sardinia, palermo-sicily, valletta-malta.

How many sea days are included on this MSC Splendida May 17, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 1 sea day.

Who is the cruise director for the MSC Splendida sailing on May 17, 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 Splendida itinerary?

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

Last Updated: Mar 25, 2026