ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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6:00 PM
Embarkation day. MSC World Europa sails at 6:00 PM.
7 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Messina, Sicily
MSCMSC World Europa
MSC World Europa
October 27, 2026
7-Night Western Mediterranean aboard MSC World Europa · Departing October 27, 2026 from the Port of Messina, Sicily.
Interior from$1,415/ guest· Prices updated Oct 12, 2026
// AT A GLANCE
MSC World Europa October 27, 2026 Cruise Overview
MSC World Europa leaves Messina, Sicily on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 6:00 PM and returns Tuesday, November 3 at 9:00 AM: 7 nights with 5 ports of call (Valletta, Barcelona, Marseille, Genoa and Naples) and 1 day at sea. MSC World Europa sails this itinerary 3 times on the current schedule; the next departure after this one is November 3, 2026. The lowest fare today is $1,415 per person for a balcony cabin (about $202 a night). Since we started tracking it in April 2025, the balcony fare has ranged from $1,259 to $2,028; today’s is $156 above the lowest. October averages 85°F highs and 58°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.7 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
MSC World Europa October 27, 2026 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE
MSC World Europa October 27, 2026 Price & Tracking
MSC WORLD EUROPA·OCTOBER 27, 2026
The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC World Europa cruise ship departing October 27, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,415 ($203 per night) for a Balcony Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,540 ($220 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 8%.
MSC World Europa cruise departing October 27, 2026 — 7-night itinerary. Current Balcony Cabin price: $1,415 ($203 per night). Average price: $1,540.
// PRICE HISTORY · BALCONY
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,568
LIVE RATE
BALCONY CABIN
MSC World Europa · October 27, 2026
$1,415
$203 per night · 7 nights
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10% below average
Avg $1,568 · You save $153
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// 03 · ITINERARY
7 Night Western Mediterranean (Messina Roundtrip) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapOCTOBER 27, 2026
All 8 days of the MSC World Europa October 27, 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 (Messina Roundtrip) Port List
MSC World Europa·October 27, 2026
Day 3 · Thursday · Oct 29
At sea
Day at sea aboard the World Europa — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.
// 05 · WEATHER
7 Night Western Mediterranean (Messina Roundtrip) Weather Forecast
MSC World Europa·October 27, 2026
// YEAR-ROUND AT MESSINA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
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// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS
Most Popular Messina Shore Excursions
Independent shore excursions in every port on this MSC World Europa 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·2,758 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST MESSINA SHORE TOURSBest Messina Shore ToursCURATED FROM 91 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT
OF 91WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.8(814)
$108.52
Taormina and Castelmola Tour from Messina
Discover the villages of Taormina and Castelmola and their unique and impressive views with us. Castelmola…
6 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.5(332)
$47.98
2,5-Hour Messina Walking Tour
Your 2,5 -hour walking tour starts from the Catalani Church, an example of Arab-Norman style. Then you will…
2.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.8(285)
$137.08
Full Day Taormina and Castelmola Tour with Messina Shore Excursion
Taormina and Castelmola tour with Greek Theater will let you experience the history of one of the Sicilian…
7 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
5.0(282)
$182.76
Taormina Castelmola : private cruise tour from Messina
Don't waste time with the usual tourist traps! Join us by choosing one of our tours and we will overwhelm you…
7 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(185)
$171.34
Messina Private excursion Taormina and Castelmola
The tour departs from the cruise terminal towards Castelmola (approximately 45 minutes by road). Castelmola…
7 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
EXCELLENT QUALITY
5.0(101)
$194.19
Savoca Taormina Castelmola : private cruise tours from Messina
A tour with Alessandro can be special for several reasons, especially if the focus is on the quality of the…
7 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
EXCELLENT QUALITY
5.0(101)
$199.91
The Best Private Tour: Taormina, Castelmola, Savoca from Messina.
The tour will be a unique experience as you will experience the experience of Taormina Castelmola and Savoca…
7 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(86)
$204.48
Private Tour of Savoca, Castelmola, Taormina and Messina
We offer a service with friendly and pleasant staff who will guide you to discover the most evocative places…
6 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
These are the eight most reviewed. Messina has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.
SEE ALL MESSINA EXCURSIONSPricing and availability are provided by the operator. Booking happens on their own site — MSC World Europa sails October 27, 2026, and Gangwaze earns a commission at no extra cost to you.
AFFILIATEPER-CARD ATTRIBUTION
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE
Itinerary Safety Score
7 Night Western Mediterranean (Messina 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 Messina should stay vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the port and markets.
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
Genoa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should stay vigilant against petty crime and secure their belongings in crowded areas.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Travelers in Naples should stay vigilant against petty crime and be cautious of traffic while exploring the city.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP
MSC World Europa Ship Overview
Specs & DetailsMSC
TONNAGE
205,700GT
50.8% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 136,380 GT
YEAR BUILT
2022
9 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2013
LENGTH
1,083ft
5.2% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 1,030 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
6,850cruisers
52.4% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 4,494 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP
The MSC World Europa has a construction date of 2022 and a total size of 205,700 gross tons. The ship measures 1,083 feet in length. MSC World Europa is included in MSC's World class. At full capacity, the World Europa holds 6,850 passengers. That includes 5,150 cruise vacationers and 1,700 staff members. The World Europa total number of staterooms is 2,635.
// 09 · MORE CRUISES
More MSC World Europa cruises
Hop to the previous or next sailing on this ship, or browse the full schedule.
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October 26, 2026
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// 09 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for yourMSC World Europa·October 27, 2026sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 12, 2026
