Malta Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
92 ships from 27 cruise lines
Malta cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 550 upcoming sailings on 92 ships from 27 cruise lines visiting Malta, calling at 2 places. Cruises can start in Valletta and end in Valletta. Of 550 upcoming sailings, 38 start in Malta and 38 end there. More Mediterranean cruises.
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Compare Malta cruise lines
See every Malta cruise line by ocean and river and by ultra-luxury, luxury, premium and contemporary style, with fares, cruise lengths, ships and ports.
About Malta
Malta is a compact archipelago in the central Mediterranean, famed for 7,000 years of history, baroque architecture, and some of the clearest waters in Europe. For the milestone American traveler seeking depth without crowds, Malta offers a rich, walkable blend of UNESCO World Heritage cities, prehistoric temples, and a relaxed island pace. Cruise itineraries call at Valletta, the fortified capital, and often include Gozo, providing access to secluded bays and rural landscapes. This package outlines the country's cultural fabric, major destinations, cruise ports, and excursion options, with an honest look at trade-offs such as limited river cruising (Malta has no rivers) and a peak-season bustle in Valletta.
Typical routes
- Mediterranean classics – Barcelona/Rome to Athens via Malta, often with stops in Sicily and Croatia.
- Eastern Mediterranean – Venice or Trieste to Malta, then to Egypt or Israel, or vice versa.
Ports overview
Malta's principal cruise port is Valletta's Grand Harbour, a deep-water port that accommodates the largest ships. Tender ports at Mgarr (Gozo) and occasionally Sliema are used for smaller vessels. Cruises typically call at Malta for one day, with overnights offered on some itineraries.
Cruise season
Cruising season runs from April to October, with peak in May–June and September–October when temperatures are comfortable. Winter visits are rare but possible on world cruises.
Find your Malta sailing
Upcoming sailings calling at Malta, earliest departure first.
8 Days One-Way from Naples to Civitavecchia-Rome
Visits Malta. Also visits Italy, Spain, France
MSC World Europa
8 Days Livorno, Italy Round Trip
Visits Malta. Also visits Italy, Spain, France
MSC Splendida
8 Days Messina, Italy Round Trip
Visits Malta. Also visits Italy, Spain, France
MSC World Europa
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11 Days Marseille, France Round Trip
Visits Malta. Also visits France, Spain, Italy
MSC Magnifica
8 Days Cagliari, Italy Round Trip
Visits Malta. Also visits Italy, Spain, France
MSC Splendida
5 Days One-Way from Valletta to Genoa
Starts in Malta. Also visits Spain, France, Italy
MSC World Europa
10 Days One-Way from Valletta to Malaga
Starts in Malta. Also visits Italy, Spain
Star Clipper
9 Days One-Way from Tarragona to Barcelona
Visits Malta. Also visits Spain, Italy
MSC Magnifica
8 Days Palermo, Italy Round Trip
Visits Malta. Also visits Italy, Spain, France
MSC Splendida
8 Days One-Way from Civitavecchia-Rome to Istanbul
Visits Malta. Also visits Italy, Greece, Turkey
Oceania Sirena
8 Days Valletta, Malta Round Trip
Starts and ends in Malta. Also visits Spain, France, Italy
MSC Splendida
11 Days One-Way from Civitavecchia-Rome to Barcelona
Visits Malta. Also visits Italy, Tunisia, Spain
Oceania Allura
Where Malta cruises start and end
Embarkation ports (1)
Valletta (549) (cruises from)
Disembarkation ports (1)
Valletta (549)
Ships by type: 91 ocean 1 river 5 expedition · a ship that visits several places here is counted once; an expedition ship that also sails as an ocean ship appears under both types.
Plan your Malta cruise
Malta cruise port guide
Cruise ports, what to see, history and practical advice.
Malta cruise port guide →Frequently asked questions about Malta cruises
How many places do cruises visit in Malta?
2 Malta places are visited by 92 ships from 27 cruise lines.
When is the best time to take a Malta cruise?
Cruising season runs from April to October, with peak in May–June and September–October when temperatures are comfortable. Winter visits are rare but possible on world cruises.
Sources and further reading
Background on Malta draws on these references. Sailing, fare and port data come from cruise line itineraries and are refreshed regularly.
- Britannica: Malta - History, Language, Map, People, & Points of Interest
- Visit Malta: Official Tourism Site
- CIA World Factbook: Malta - The World Factbook
- Wikimedia Commons: Category:Malta
- Unsplash: Malta Photos
Created by the Waterways Cruise content team and reviewed and fact-checked by J. Richard, Sr. Cruise Travel Agent and Founder of Waterways Cruise.
Published September 9, 2026 · Last updated October 31, 2026
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