MSC World Europa - 3/31/2026
The March 31, 2026 cruise on the MSC World Europa departs from Messina, Sicily. On this 7 Night Mediterranean (Messina Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC World Europa sets sail on Tuesday, Mar 31st and returns on Tuesday, Apr 7th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC World Europa cruise ship departing March 31, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,116 ($160 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,013 ($145 per night), this represents a recent increase of 10%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MSC World Europa - March 31, 2026 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mar 31st | Messina, Sicily |
| 2 | Apr 1st | Valletta, Malta |
| 3 | Apr 2nd | At Sea |
| 4 | Apr 3rd | Barcelona, Spain |
| 5 | Apr 4th | Marseille (Provence), France |
| 6 | Apr 5th | Genoa Portofino Italy |
| 7 | Apr 6th | Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy |
| 8 | Apr 7th | Messina, Sicily |
The MSC World Europa sails on March 31, 2026 for a 7 Night Mediterranean (Messina Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Messina, Sicily at 8:00 PM and will return to the port of Messina, Sicily on Apr 7th at 12:00 PM. 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.
Cruise Ship
MSC World Europa
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
Messina, Sicily, offers docking at Messina Port. Travelers explore Messina Cathedral and Taormina’s Greek Theatre. Excursions visit Mount Etna. Local markets sell arancini. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes pasta alla norma, 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 sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Messina’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic volcanoes, making Messina an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
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)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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)
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)
Geographic Harbour, Katmai National Park, Alaska, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with zodiacs to volcanic shores. Travelers spot brown bears fishing for salmon. Excursions explore tidal flats and rugged coasts. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather. Photography captures bears and volcanic landscapes. Dining onboard includes salmon chowder. Souvenirs, like bear prints, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover park ecology. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate. Binoculars enhance wildlife spotting. Geographic Harbour’s wild beauty offers a thrilling Alaskan stop, immersing travelers in its pristine wilderness.
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)
Messina, Sicily, offers docking at Messina Port. Travelers explore Messina Cathedral and Taormina’s Greek Theatre. Excursions visit Mount Etna. Local markets sell arancini. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes pasta alla norma, 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 sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Messina’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic volcanoes, making Messina an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)