7 Night Western Mediterranean (Valletta Roundtrip)
MSC World Europa
MSC World Europa
July 30, 2025
7 Night Western Mediterranean

MSC World Europa - 7/30/2025

The July 30, 2025 cruise on the MSC World Europa departs from Valletta, Malta. On this 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Valletta Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC World Europa sets sail on Wednesday, Jul 30th and returns on Wednesday, Aug 6th.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Valletta
Malta
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
1

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC World Europa cruise ship departing July 30, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,593 ($228 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,706 ($244 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 7%.

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Inside Cabin
$1,593
7%
vs Avg $1,706

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

MSC World Europa - July 30, 2025 - 7 Nights

DayDatePort
1Jul 30thValletta, Malta
2Jul 31stAt Sea
3Aug 1stBarcelona, Spain
4Aug 2ndMarseille (Provence), France
5Aug 3rdGenoa, Italy
6Aug 4thNaples, Italy
7Aug 5thTaormina, Sicily
8Aug 6thValletta, Malta

The MSC World Europa sails on July 30, 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 Aug 6th at 8:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MSC World Europa will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Itinerary Safety Score

Based on my 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
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.
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
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
Naples, Italy
Naples
Travelers in Naples should stay vigilant against petty crime and be cautious of traffic while exploring the city.
8
/ 10
Taormina, Sicily
Taormina
Taormina offers a generally safe environment for travelers, with low crime rates and minimal risk of petty theft.

Cruise Ship

MSC World Europa Size Infographic

MSC World Europa

206 k
tonnage
1,083 ft
length
2022
year built
2,635
cabins
6,850
passengers
1,700
crew

MSC WORLD EUROPA SIZE

The World Europa has a construction date of 2022 and a total size of 205,700 gross tons. The ship measures 1,083 feet (330 meters) in length. MSC World Europa is included in MSC’s World Class. At full capacity, the MSC World Europa holds 8,550 passengers. That includes 6,850 cruise vacationers and 1,700 staff members. The World Europa total number of staterooms is 2,635.

MSC World Europa Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:205,700 GT
  • Length:1,083 ft (330 m)
  • Beam:154 ft (47 m)
  • Draft:31 ft (9 m)
  • Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
  • Year Built:2022
  • Years Served:2022 - Present
  • Capacity:6,850
  • Crew Members:1,700
  • Total on Board:8,550
  • Total Staterooms:2,635
  • Flagged Country:Malta
  • Ship Cost:1,150 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see MSC World Europa age and stats vs all MSC ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for MSC World Europa Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
JUL 302025
D: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)

Day2
JUL 312025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day3
AUG 12025
A:8:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day4
AUG 22025
A:7:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day5
AUG 32025
A:8:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day6
AUG 42025
A:1:00 PMD:8:00 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)

Day7
AUG 52025
A:9:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Taormina, Sicily, Italy, offers docking at Giardini Naxos Port. Travelers explore Greek Theatre and Corso Umberto. Excursions visit Mount Etna’s craters. Local markets sell cannoli. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes pasta alla norma, a Sicilian favorite. Souvenirs, like lava crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Greek history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance Etna hikes. Taormina’s historic charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic cliffs, making Taormina an engaging destination for exploration.

Day8
AUG 62025
A:8:00 AM

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)