From the colourful streets of Barcelona to the Sicilian capital of Palermo, see the cities of the Mediterranean by sea when you pay just $467 (AUD 475) per person, twin share for a 7-night cruise onboard the MSC Splendida.

Staying in an Inside Cabin, this deal from MSC Cruises will save you 52% off the cost of similar cruises in December, 2012.

Giving you the chance to plan your ultimate Mediterranean adventure, this cruise can depart from Genoa, Marseille, Barcelona or Civitavecchia (Rome) and spends 7-days looping from city to city on the Mediterranean Sea. Other cities visited on the cruise include La Goulette in Tunisia and the Sicilian city of Palermo.

Valid for travel from Genoa, Italy on December 1, 8, 15; from Marseille, France on December 2, 9, 16; from Barcelona, Spain on December 3 and 10; and from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on December 7 and 14.

Book by June 5.

Travelzoo tip: Cruise the Mediterranean onboard MSC Splendida on select dates in January, February or March, 2013, and pay just $491 (AUD 499) per person.

About this ship: The 4-star MSC Splendida is European in style with fine materials and artworks throughout the ship. Facilities include the luxurious MSC Aurea Spa facility which has a Turkish bath as well as a myriad of other relaxation options, four swimming pools, fine dining establishments, a 1,600-seat theatre, 4D cinema and an onboard casino. For those wanting a more exclusive experience, the ship also features the MSC Yacht Club, which has 71 spacious suites, 24-hour butler service, and a Skydome where guests can dine under the stars.