ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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5:00 PM
Embarkation day. MSC Splendida sails at 5:00 PM.
7 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Palermo, Sicily
MSCMSC Splendida
MSC Splendida
October 15, 2026
7-Night Western Mediterranean aboard MSC Splendida · Departing October 15, 2026 from the Port of Palermo, Sicily.
Interior from$1,164/ guest· Prices updated Oct 9, 2026
// AT A GLANCE
MSC Splendida October 15, 2026 Cruise Overview
MSC Splendida leaves Palermo, Sicily on Thursday, October 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM and returns Thursday, October 22 at 9:00 AM: 7 nights with 5 ports of call (Valletta, Barcelona, Marseille, Livorno and Cagliari) and 1 day at sea. MSC Splendida sails this itinerary 4 times on the current schedule; the next departure after this one is October 22, 2026. The lowest fare today is $1,164 per person for an inside cabin (about $166 a night). Since we started tracking it in October 2025, the inside fare has ranged from $874 to $1,318; today’s is $290 above the lowest. October averages 79°F highs and 56°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.0 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
MSC Splendida October 15, 2026 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE
MSC Splendida October 15, 2026 Price & Tracking
MSC SPLENDIDA·OCTOBER 15, 2026
The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Splendida cruise ship departing October 15, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,164 ($167 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,030 ($148 per night), this represents a recent increase of 13%.
MSC Splendida cruise departing October 15, 2026 — 7-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,164 ($167 per night). Average price: $1,030.
// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,029
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
MSC Splendida · October 15, 2026
$1,164
$167 per night · 7 nights
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13% above average
Avg $1,029
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// 03 · ITINERARY
7 Night Western Mediterranean (Palermo Roundtrip) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapOCTOBER 15, 2026
All 8 days of the MSC Splendida October 15, 2026 cruise, including 1 day at sea. Arrival and departure times are local to each port, and the cruise line can change them before sailing.
// 04 · PORTS
7 Night Western Mediterranean (Palermo Roundtrip) Port List
MSC Splendida·October 15, 2026
Day 3 · Saturday · Oct 17
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Splendida — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.
// 05 · WEATHER
7 Night Western Mediterranean (Palermo Roundtrip) Weather Forecast
MSC Splendida·October 15, 2026
// YEAR-ROUND AT PALERMO
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS
Most Popular Palermo Shore Excursions
Independent shore excursions in every port on this MSC Splendida itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.
6 PORTS OF CALL·1,348 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST PALERMO SHORE TOURSBest Palermo Shore ToursCURATED FROM 158 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT
OF 158TOP PRODUCT
4.9(1,501)
$47.36
Palermo Sicilian Street Food Tour: Small Group by Do Eat Better
The Do Eat Better Experience food tour is a walking tour around the historical center of the city. The…
3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.8(436)
$32.83
Discover the Charm of Palermo: A 3-Hour UNESCO Sites Walking Tour
Palermo, a city of allure, showcases rich cultural and historical treasures, with 8 UNESCO sites. Our…
3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
5.0(377)
$66.04
Palermo Sicilian Cooking Class with Market Tour or Pasta & Gelato
Palermo Sicilian Cooking Class with Market Tour or Pasta & Gelato: choose between two authentic hands-on food…
5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.9(212)
$78.94
Palermo: Taste the Tradition on a Food Tour by Do Eat Better
Discover Palermo through its flavors on our Palermo Street Food Tour, a walk through the historic center of…
3.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.8(200)
$113.26
Palermo Grand Tour in CruiserCar
Travelling with CruiserCar in Palermo is an experience unlike any other. The elegance and grandeur of the…
6 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
4.1(123)
$137.29
Tuk tuk ride, ape car
The ape car tour allows us in a short time, given the small size of the vehicle, to get to know them most…
1 HOURBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
5.0(115)
$224.24
Private Boat Tour on the Palermo Coast
A boat trip with class, you can arrange your photos with beautiful background, diving and swimming in the…
5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
5.0(96)
$43.47
transfer from Falcone Borsellino airport to Palermo or vice versa
Choose the quality and comfort of transfer services! The elegant vehicles, with attention to detail and…
1 HOURBOOK ON VIATOR
These are the eight most reviewed. Palermo has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.
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AFFILIATEPER-CARD ATTRIBUTION
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE
Itinerary Safety Score
7 Night Western Mediterranean (Palermo 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.
// 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
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
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
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
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
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
Cagliari is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a welcoming atmosphere, allowing travelers to explore confidently.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP
MSC Splendida Ship Overview
Specs & DetailsMSC
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.
// 09 · MORE CRUISES
More MSC Splendida cruises
Hop to the previous or next sailing on this ship, or browse the full schedule.
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MSC SPLENDIDA
October 14, 2026
7-Night Western Mediterranean
Cagliari Roundtrip
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// 09 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for yourMSC Splendida·October 15, 2026sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 9, 2026
