Denmark Cruise from Copenhagen to Genova — 15 Days

14 nights · Denmark · Departs Copenhagen (Denmark) · Visiting Aarhus, Warnemunde-Rostock, Rotterdam, Brest, Bilbao-Getxo, Porto-Leixoes, Malaga, Marseille, Genoa · Aboard MSC Cruises on the MSC Magnifica

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Cruise lineMSC Cruises
ShipMSC Magnifica
Duration14 nights
Port calls10
From fare$1,195 per person
Year built2010
Guests3007
Cabins1317
Crew1038
Length294 m
Beam32 m
Cruising speed23.0 kn
  1. Day 1

    Copenhagen, Denmark

    Copenhagen is best explored at street level, where royal history meets modern design. At Nyhavn, colorful harbor-front houses frame canal tours; nearby Amalienborg Palace is the monarch’s winter residence. Christiansborg Palace combines Denmark’s parliament with historic royal rooms, while Christianshavn’s canals reveal a quieter side. Pause for smørrebrød, the open-faced rye-bread staple, and explore the city’s design shops before returning to port.

  2. Day 2

    Aarhus, Denmark

    Arrive in Aarhus, Denmark’s second-largest city, where a waterfront meets one of Scandinavia’s most rewarding cultural scenes. From the port, the compact centre is easy to explore on foot. See the Gothic cathedral, browse the Latin Quarter’s independent shops, then visit ARoS for its rooftop panorama. At Den Gamle By, historic Danish streets and interiors bring everyday life across centuries into view. Choose Aarhus for a day with substance: excellent museums, good design, and lively café culture.

  3. Day 3

    Warnemunde-Rostock, Germany

    Warnemünde brings the Baltic close, with sandy beaches and a working harbour beside the cruise pier. Follow the Alter Strom, where fishing boats share the waterway with cafés and old captains’ houses. Climb the 1898 lighthouse for a clear view over the coast, or catch a train to Rostock’s brick Gothic centre. This is a port best explored at your own pace.

  4. Day 5

    Rotterdam, Netherlands

    Rotterdam is Europe’s largest port, but its appeal extends well beyond the quays. Bold architecture rises beside the Maas, while the city’s maritime past remains close at hand. Cross the Erasmus Bridge for skyline views, explore the striking Markthal, or take a harbour cruise among working vessels. Rotterdam rewards curious visitors with modern design, excellent food, and a Dutch city that refuses to stand still.

  5. Day 7

    Brest, France

    Brest stands at France’s western edge, where the Atlantic has shaped a formidable naval port. Rebuilt after extensive wartime destruction, the city has broad avenues and a distinctly modern feel. The harbor’s Château de Brest houses the National Maritime Museum, a vivid introduction to France’s maritime past. Visit Océanopolis for a different view of ocean life, then look beyond the city toward Brittany’s rugged coast.

  6. Day 8

    Bilbao-Getxo, Spain

    Bilbao rewards visitors who look beyond its celebrated Guggenheim Museum. Cruise ships berth at Getxo, roughly 20 kilometres from the city centre. A taxi or arranged transfer brings you into Bilbao, where Frank Gehry’s titanium landmark rises beside the Nervión River. Beyond the museum, explore elegant boulevards and the seven streets of Casco Viejo. Stop at La Ribera Market, then sample pintxos with a glass of crisp txakoli.

  7. Day 10

    Porto-Leixoes, Portugal

    Porto is a city best approached on foot, where steep lanes descend towards the Douro and the Atlantic beyond. Across the river, Vila Nova de Gaia’s historic port-wine lodges offer tastings and views back to the old town. Between them, the Ribeira waterfront, tiled churches and iron bridges tell the story of a trading city shaped by water. Taste tawny port, then linger over market halls, intimate museums and unhurried meals.

  8. Day 12

    Malaga, Spain

    Málaga is more than a gateway to Andalusia; it is a port city with a confident life of its own. In the old centre, the Roman Theatre sits below the Moorish Alcazaba, while the cathedral rises above nearby streets. Visit the Picasso Museum or his birthplace, then try grilled sardines and local wine at a pavement table. The Mediterranean is close: city beaches, Atarazanas Market and palm-lined promenades make lingering easy.

  9. Day 14

    Marseille, France

    Marseille is France’s oldest city, founded by Greek settlers around 600 BC, and it still faces the Mediterranean with confidence. Begin at the Vieux-Port, where fishing boats share the waterfront with cafés and ferries bound for nearby islands. Climb to Notre-Dame de la Garde for sweeping views, or explore Le Panier’s narrow lanes and lively squares. The Calanques’ limestone coves lie beyond the city; local markets bring Provençal flavors closer.

  10. Day 15

    Genoa, Italy

    Genoa is a city shaped by the sea, with a busy port framed by hills and centuries of trade. In the old town, narrow caruggi lead to grand squares and Romanesque churches. The Palazzi dei Rolli, a UNESCO-listed group of aristocratic residences, reveal the city’s former wealth. Walk the restored Porto Antico, then sit down to basil-scented pesto or freshly caught seafood. Genoa rewards those who explore on foot.

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Published August 16, 2026
Last updated October 11, 2026
Author: J. Richard

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