7 of the best Mediterranean cruise holidays to book for 2025
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Relax, sightsee and feast while floating on the Med around Italy, France and Greece. The Mediterranean is a top choice for tourists seeking the sun – and its varied cities and coast are world-class for cruising. The region’s 28,600 miles of colourful coastline in southern Europe is often best discovered by boat and holidaymakers will find a tangle of rich cultures, irresistible romance and classic cuisines.
![[MSC World Europa has an action-packed Med schedule]](https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/01/13/14/MSC22013752.jpg)
You could wake up in a different port each morning, while enjoying plenty of sunny sea days in-between while sailing on the Med. With on-shore excursions exploring everything from the Greek gods to platters of authentic tapas, it’s possible to liaise with locals over flamenco in Barcelona, cleanse your palate with gelato in Sicily and bask on the beaches of Mallorca all on one trip.
![[Sail the Med in luxury with Seabourn]](https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/01/13/14/Pool-deck.jpg)
Read more: The best cruise deals for 2025. Better still, docking at ancient harbours on multi-storey vessels promises seafaring travellers a balmy greeting in the summer season from June to September. Here’s our guide to the best multi-country cruises with all the amenities and aperitifs to book a 2025 cruise on the magical Med.
![[Passengers can party on and off the ship with Virgin Voyages]](https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/01/13/14/IMG-SHP-scarlet-lady-exterior-v1-FIL_CF003181_Edited_V3-3000x1700-3.jpg)
Passengers can visit six ports in seven days across Spain, France, Italy and Malta during an action-packed week-long sailing aboard MSC World Europa. You will only get one sea day but this is a great option for those who want a whistle-stop tour of the continent.
![[Mickey takes to the Med with entertainment for everyone – including mum and dad]](https://static.independent.co.uk/2024/06/20/14/iStock-539354664.jpg)
