Western Mediterranean: Fly & Cruise

The Must-sees of the trip

1. La GoulettePlan your cruise from La Goulette or choose an itinerary that includes this historic destination and book your excursion to discover Tunis. The northernmost country in Africa, Tunisia is a crown jewel of the continent, a landscape of lush natural beauty, exceptional archaeological sites and home to breathtakingly turquoise waters. As a destination for MSC Mediterranean cruises, the city of Tunis and the port of La Goulette offer a multitude of sights just waiting to be discovered, such as the Medina – recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site – with its mausoleums, palaces and the cobbled and whitewashed satellite city. Choose your visits from MSC Cruises’ list of excursions, including: Baths of St Antoninus, Roman Cistern of La Malga, Sidi Bou Said.
2. PalermoStart planning your trip and book your excursions in Palermo. Palermo, the lively port for MSC Mediterranean cruises, is the regional capital of the island of Sicily. This cosmopolitan city is known for its sublime architecture, renowned street food and stunning beaches. On MSC Cruises’ excursions you can discover a variety of exciting things to do, including: Palermo and the Palatina Chapel, the archaeological site of Segesta and the village of Erice, Cefalu. Discover Palermo with its rich sights on an excursion with MSC Cruises. You will discover the Politeama and Quattro Canti squares, the Palazzo d’Orleans and the remarkable Palatina Chapel. This 12th-century masterpiece, which blends Norman, Byzantine and Fatimid styles, is decorated with dazzling mosaics, Arabic vaults and a beautiful muqarnas ceiling. You will then visit the Norman Palace and the Casa Professa, a breathtaking baroque church. Finally, you can stroll along the Capo, an extremely lively fish market, before stopping at the Teatro Massimo, Palermo’s opera house, to admire the façade.
3. NaplesNaples, a historical highlight on MSC Cruises’ Mediterranean itineraries, has a history dating back to the 2nd millennium BC, making it one of Italy’s ancient jewels. With its lively historic centre set around an impressive harbour bay, you can discover architectural monuments, works of art and sumptuous cuisine. The dormant volcano Vesuvius provides a postcard backdrop. Travel on from the city to the archaeological site of Pompeii or immerse yourself in the glamorous culture of Capri. On the MSC Cruises excursions you can discover numerous sights, including: Pompeii, Capri, Sorrento. Discover the archaeological site of Pompeii, which lingers in the shadow of the majestic Mount Vesuvius.