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MSC Splendida itinerary map for May 29, 2026 (7 nights)
MSC Splendida itinerary map for May 29, 2026 (7 nights)
7 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Valletta, Malta
MSCMSC Splendida

MSC Splendida
May 29, 2026

7-Night Western Mediterranean aboard MSC Splendida · Departing May 29, 2026 from the Port of Valletta, Malta.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the Splendida departs from Valletta, Malta on Friday, May 29, 2026 and returns on Friday, Jun 5th. May weather across this route averages 83°/49°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.0 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports. Suite cabins dropped $22 on May 28.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.0OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 70% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
7
night cruise
Fri → Fri
02
Valletta
departure port
Malta
03
6
port stops
Mediterranean
04
1
sea day
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

The MSC Splendida, operated by MSC Cruise Line, sets sail on Friday, May 29, 2026 from Valletta, Malta for a 7-night Western Mediterranean cruise. This itinerary includes 6 unique port stops and 1 day at sea. May weather across the route averages 83°F highs and 49°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.0 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this MSC Splendida sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

MSC Splendida May 29, 2026 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MSC Splendida May 29, 2026 Price & Tracking

MSC SPLENDIDA·MAY 29, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Splendida cruise ship departing May 29, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $888 ($127 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $897 ($129 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 1%.

MSC Splendida cruise departing May 29, 20267-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $888 ($127 per night). Average price: $897.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
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Avg $896
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
MSC Splendida · May 29, 2026
$888
$127 per night · 7 nights
1% below average
Avg $896 · You save $8

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Valletta Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMAY 29, 2026
The MSC Splendida sails on May 29, 2026 for a 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Valletta Roundtrip) (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 Jun 5th at 9:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MSC Splendida will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 day at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
MSC Splendida
MAY 29, 2026
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7 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · VALLETTA
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Valletta Roundtrip) Port List

MSC Splendida·May 29, 2026
Valletta, Malta — Day 1 of MSC Splendida May 29, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
FRIDAY·MAY 29

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.

Barcelona, Spain — Day 3 of MSC Splendida May 29, 2026 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
SUNDAY·MAY 31

Barcelona

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
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.

Marseille (Provence), France — Day 4 of MSC Splendida May 29, 2026 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
MONDAY·JUN 1

Marseille (Provence)

France
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
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.

Livorno, Florence, Italy — Day 5 of MSC Splendida May 29, 2026 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
TUESDAY·JUN 2

Livorno

Florence, Italy
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
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.

Cagliari, Sardinia — Day 6 of MSC Splendida May 29, 2026 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
WEDNESDAY·JUN 3

Cagliari

Sardinia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
12:00 PM
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.

Palermo, Sicily — Day 7 of MSC Splendida May 29, 2026 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
THURSDAY·JUN 4

Palermo

Sicily
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
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.

// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Valletta Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

MSC Splendida·May 29, 2026
MAY FORECAST · VALLETTA
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
67°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
76°
AVG LOW
58°
AVG RAINFALL
0.7"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT VALLETTA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
67°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

MSC Splendida May 29, 2026 Excursions

MSC Splendida·May 29, 2026

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this MSC Splendida itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.
See all Valletta excursions
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Valletta Roundtrip)

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 AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 70% of all cruises
7.0/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN06 PORTS
01

Valletta 🇲🇹

Malta · MaltaSAFE

Valletta is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the sights.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Barcelona 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Marseille (Provence) 🇫🇷

France · FranceCAUTION

Travelers in Marseille should stay vigilant in certain neighborhoods due to higher crime rates and secure their belongings in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Livorno 🇮🇹

Florence, Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant against pickpocketing and bag snatching in crowded areas while enjoying the attractions in Livorno and Florence.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Cagliari 🇮🇹

Sardinia · ItalySAFE

Cagliari is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a welcoming atmosphere, allowing travelers to explore confidently.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Palermo 🇮🇹

Sicily · ItalyCAUTION

Travelers in Palermo should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, keeping belongings secure and being aware of their surroundings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MSC Splendida Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsMSC
MSC Splendida
MSC · FANTASIA
CHRISTENED
2009
STATEROOMS
1,625
TONNAGE
137,936GT
1.1% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 136,380 GT
YEAR BUILT
2009
4 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2013
LENGTH
1,093ft
6.1% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 1,030 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
3,900cruisers
13.2% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,494 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The MSC 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 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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// 09 · FAQ

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