MSC Sinfonia: 10-Night Cruise from Marseille - May 9, 2027

With roughly 7 hours hours in Malaga, Spain - arriving at 8:00 AM and departing at 3:00 PM - you'll want to be strategic. A ship-arranged shore excursion is a smart choice here - the ship will wait for its own excursions to return. Stick to attractions close to the port. Located in Malaga old town, the museum showcases works by Pablo Picasso, the city's most famous native.

The MSC Sinfonia is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Casablanca, Morocco are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. The Hassan II Mosque is one of the largest religious buildings in the world and a defining symbol of Casablanca.

Your ship arrives in Cadiz (Seville), Spain at 9:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Cadiz's historic center is compact and ideal for wandering.

With roughly 7 hours hours in Gibraltar, British Territory - arriving at 7:00 AM and departing at 2:00 PM - you'll want to be strategic. A ship-arranged shore excursion is a smart choice here - the ship will wait for its own excursions to return. Stick to attractions close to the port. Visiting the Rock is the signature experience.

The MSC Sinfonia is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Alicante, Spain are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. Perched above the city, Santa Barbara Castle offers sweeping views of Alicante and the coastline.

Your ship arrives in Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy at 7:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Rome is the main draw, and many visitors focus on a handful of must see areas.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Genoa, Italy, from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Genoa's historic center is one of the largest medieval old towns in Europe.

Your cruise ends in Marseille, France, where the MSC Sinfonia is scheduled to dock at 9:00 AM. On a smaller ship, the disembarkation process moves quickly - most passengers are off within one to two hours. If you're flying out, book your flight at least four hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. Stroll along the waterfront, enjoy fresh seafood at local cafes, and watch daily life unfold in this historic setting.