7 Night Western Mediterranean (Marseille Roundtrip)
MSC World Europa
MSC World Europa
March 21, 2026
7 Night Western Mediterranean

MSC World Europa - 3/21/2026

The March 21, 2026 cruise on the MSC World Europa departs from Marseille (Provence), France. On this 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Marseille Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC World Europa sets sail on Saturday, Mar 21st and returns on Saturday, Mar 28th.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Marseille
France
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
1

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC World Europa cruise ship departing March 21, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,186 ($170 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $988 ($142 per night), this represents a recent increase of 20%.

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

MSC World Europa - March 21, 2026 - 7 Nights

DayDatePort
1Mar 21stMarseille (Provence), France
2Mar 22ndGenoa, Italy
3Mar 23rdCivitavecchia (Rome), Italy
4Mar 24thTaormina, Sicily
5Mar 25thValletta, Malta
6Mar 26thAt Sea
7Mar 27thBarcelona, Spain
8Mar 28thMarseille (Provence), France

The MSC World Europa sails on March 21, 2026 for a 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Marseille Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Marseille (Provence), France at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Marseille (Provence), France on Mar 28th 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
72 / 100
safer than 72% of all cruises
72
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.
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.
8
/ 10
Taormina, Sicily
Taormina
Taormina offers a generally safe environment for travelers, with low crime rates and minimal risk of petty theft.
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.

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

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Cruise Ports

Day1
MAR 212026
D: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)

Day2
MAR 222026
A:8:00 AMD:6:00 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)

Day3
MAR 232026
A:7:00 AMD:6:00 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. (126 words)

Day4
MAR 242026
A:12:00 PMD:8:00 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.

Day5
MAR 252026
A:9:00 AMD: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)

Day6
MAR 262026
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!

Day7
MAR 272026
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)

Day8
MAR 282026
A:8:00 AM

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)