ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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5:00 PM
Embarkation day. MSC World Europa sails at 5:00 PM.
7 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Barcelona, Spain
MSCMSC World Europa
MSC World Europa
October 21, 2028
7-Night Western Mediterranean aboard MSC World Europa · Departing October 21, 2028 from the Port of Barcelona, Spain.
// AT A GLANCE
MSC World Europa October 21, 2028 Cruise Overview
MSC World Europa leaves Barcelona, Spain on Saturday, October 21, 2028 at 5:00 PM and returns Saturday, October 28 at 8:00 AM: 7 nights with 5 ports of call (Marseille, Genoa Portofino Italy, La Spezia, Civitavecchia and Palma De Mallorca) and 1 day at sea. MSC World Europa sails this itinerary 78 times on the current schedule, and this is the last of them. October averages 80°F highs and 52°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.1 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
MSC World Europa October 21, 2028 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 03 · ITINERARY
7 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapOCTOBER 21, 2028
All 8 days of the MSC World Europa October 21, 2028 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 (Barcelona Roundtrip) Port List
MSC World Europa·October 21, 2028
Day 6 · Thursday · Oct 26
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 (Barcelona Roundtrip) Weather Forecast
MSC World Europa·October 21, 2028
// YEAR-ROUND AT BARCELONA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS
Most Popular Barcelona 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·967 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST BARCELONA SHORE TOURSBest Barcelona Shore ToursCURATED FROM 500 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT
OF 500TOP PRODUCT
4.8(7,186)
$124.51
Park Guell and Sagrada Familia Tour with Skip the Line Tickets
SMALL GROUP TOUR (up to 16 people per tour guide). Discover two of Antoni Gaudí's greatest works in a single…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(6,833)
$61.69
Half-Day Montserrat Small Group Guided Tour from Barcelona
Escape the city for a morning and discover the spiritual and natural heart of Catalonia: the Montserrat…
5.3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(6,740)
$78.82
Barcelona Tapas and Wine Experience Small-Group Walking Tour
On this walking tour of Barcelona's El Born and Gothic Quarter neighborhoods, you may eat as much as you…
3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.0(5,655)
$37.70
City Sightseeing Barcelona Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour
Discover the very best of Barcelona with a 24 or 48 hour hop-on hop-off bus pass. This double-decker bus tour…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.8(3,095)
$101.67
Barcelona : Sagrada, Park Guell, Montjuic & Gothic
Discover the best of Barcelona in a single day with our exclusive full-day small-group tour. We start with a…
7 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.4(2,750)
$114.23
Barcelona: Sagrada Familia Fast Track Tour with Tower Option
Get up close and personal to all the details of the Sagrada Familia on a guided tour. Skip the long lines on…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
EXCELLENT QUALITY
5.0(1,782)
$188.49
Barcelona Private Tour by Sidecar Motorcycle
Discover Barcelona from the sidecar of a classic motorcycle, safely driven by your private guide. Unveil the…
3.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(1,356)
$124.51
Montserrat Full Day Tour with Castle-Winery Lunch & Wine Tasting
Spend a full day blending spirituality, mountain landscapes and the very best of Catalan gastronomy. Depart…
9 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
These are the eight most reviewed. Barcelona has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.
SEE ALL BARCELONA EXCURSIONSPricing and availability are provided by the operator. Booking happens on their own site — MSC World Europa sails October 21, 2028, and Gangwaze earns a commission at no extra cost to you.
AFFILIATEPER-CARD ATTRIBUTION
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE
Itinerary Safety Score
7 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona 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 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 and Portofino are generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance against petty crime like pickpocketing is advised.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
La Spezia is a safe destination for travelers, but they should remain vigilant for pickpocketing in crowded areas during peak seasons.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Civitavecchia is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas and near attractions.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Palma de Mallorca is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.
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
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// 09 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for yourMSC World Europa·October 21, 2028sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
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