MSC Cruises

Daily Itinerary

1. Day 1

   Copenhagen, Denmark

   Depart 18:00

   Denmark

   

   Rising from the harbour that Viking chieftain Absalon fortified in 1167, Copenhagen has evolved into one of Europe's most sophisticated capitals — a city where medieval spires and cutting-edge architecture coexist with effortless style. Savour smørrebrød at a century-old lunch counter, cycle across the harbour bridge to the revitalised Meatpacking District, and venture north to Kronborg Castle — Shakespeare's Elsinore. As one of Northern Europe's premier cruise homeports, it serves as the ideal gateway to Baltic and Scandinavian itineraries, best experienced from May to September.

2. Day 2

   Aarhus

   Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

   Denmark

   

   Aarhus, Denmark's spirited second city, blends Viking heritage with cutting-edge Nordic design along the shores of Aarhus Bay. No visit is complete without ascending the rainbow panorama at ARoS Art Museum and savoring *stegt flæsk* or freshly prepared *smørrebrød* in the Latin Quarter. The ideal season to arrive is late May through September, when long Scandinavian daylight hours illuminate the waterfront promenades and outdoor dining flourishes along the canals.

3. Day 3

   Warnemunde

   Arrive 07:00Depart 17:00

   Germany

   

   Warnemünde is a beguiling Baltic seaside town at the mouth of the Warnow — at once a historic fishing port documented since 1195, an East German nostalgic resort beloved for its endless sandy beach and candy-striped lighthouse, and the maritime gateway to the proud Hanseatic city of Rostock just minutes away. The broad promenade, traditional Strandkörbe wicker beach chairs, and lively harbor-front fish restaurants give the town an unhurried, timeless character quite distinct from Germany's busier North Sea resorts. Summer is the prime season, when the Baltic's mild waters warm for swimming and the Rostock sailing regatta brings vibrant nautical pageantry to the harbor.

4. Day 4

   At Sea

   

5. Day 5

   Rotterdam

   Arrive 11:00Depart 20:00

   Netherlands

   

   Rotterdam, Europe's largest port, is a city that rebuilt itself from wartime ruin into one of the continent's most exhilarating architectural laboratories — a skyline of Cube Houses, the pencil-thin Westerkade skyscrapers, and the breathtaking Markthal arching over an indoor food market of extraordinary abundance. The Boijmans Van Beuningen collection ranks among Europe's finest, while the art district of Witte de With pulses with galleries and design studios. Day-trip to Kinderdijk's nineteen iconic windmills, a UNESCO World Heritage site rising from the polders just south of the city. Spring and early summer offer the finest conditions.

6. Day 6

   At Sea

   

7. Day 7

   Brest

   Arrive 07:00Depart 15:00

   France

   

   Brest is Brittany's principal Atlantic port, where seventeen centuries of naval heritage meet vibrant Breton culture in a city rebuilt with defiant spirit after wartime destruction. Visitors should explore the ancient Château de Brest, feast on buckwheat galettes and Cancale oysters, and take excursions to the dramatic Crozon Peninsula. May through September is ideal, especially during the biennial Fêtes Maritimes tall ship festival.

8. Day 8

   Bilbao

   Arrive 11:00Depart 20:00

   Spain

   

   Bilbao is the Basque Country's cultural capital, where Frank Gehry's iconic Guggenheim Museum anchors a city transformed from industrial port to world-class destination. Visitors should not miss the pintxo bars of the Casco Viejo and the extraordinary Michelin-starred dining scene, alongside the museum's titanium splendor. The ideal months to visit are May through October, when mild Atlantic weather bathes the city in soft light perfect for exploring its riverside promenades and nearby Rioja wine country.

9. Day 9

   At Sea

   

10. Day 10

    Leixoes

    Arrive 07:00Depart 18:00

    Portugal

    

    Leixões is the cruise port for Porto — UNESCO's dramatic river city where 20,000 azulejo tiles line a railway station, port wine lodges offer centuries of vintage tastings, and the Ribeira district cascades to the Douro in granite-and-tile splendor. Visit June via Celebrity or Ambassador Cruise Line for the São João festival and authentic Porto character.

11. Day 11

    At Sea

    

12. Day 12

    Malaga

    Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

    Spain

    

    Málaga distils three thousand years of Mediterranean civilisation into one of Andalusia's most compelling port cities, where the Moorish Alcazaba fortress surveys a modern waterfront of elegant promenades and sun-drenched café terraces. Do not leave without visiting the Museo Picasso — the artist was born here in 1881 — and ascending to the ruined Castillo de Gibralfaro for panoramic views stretching to the Rif Mountains of Morocco on clear days. Malagueta anchovies fried in olive oil and the sweet Pedro Ximénez-laced dessert wine are the city's defining pleasures. The shoulder seasons of April, May, and October offer perfect Mediterranean warmth.

13. Day 13

    At Sea

    

14. Day 14

    Marseille

    Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00

    France

    

    Founded by Greek sailors in 600 BC, Marseille is France's oldest and most viscerally alive city — a Mediterranean port where the catch is still sold from fishing boat decks at the Vieux-Port each morning beneath the golden Madonna of Notre-Dame de la Garde, gleaming on her basilica above the city. The bouillabaisse served at harbourside institutions such as Chez Fonfon is not merely a dish but a rite, its saffron-stained broth tying Marseille to its Hellenic roots. Explore the dramatic Calanques national park, a coastal labyrinth of turquoise coves just south of the city. Spring and autumn are the finest seasons.

15. Day 15

    Genoa, Italy

    Arrive 09:00Depart 17:00

    Italy

    

    La Superba — 'the Proud' — earned its epithet as one of the four great maritime republics of medieval Italy, and Genoa's UNESCO-listed Palazzi dei Rolli, some of the finest Renaissance and Baroque palaces in Europe, still announce the city's historic ambitions with magnificent authority. Renzo Piano's revitalised old port introduces a modern chapter alongside the medieval carruggi, the labyrinthine alleys where the city's true character breathes: Ligurian focaccia straight from the wood oven, pesto ground to ancient recipes, and farinata — chickpea flatbread — served on marble counters since the twelfth century. Spring and autumn offer the most pleasant conditions for exploring this underestimated city.

16. Day 16

    Marseille

    Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00

    France

    

    Founded by Greek sailors in 600 BC, Marseille is France's oldest and most viscerally alive city — a Mediterranean port where the catch is still sold from fishing boat decks at the Vieux-Port each morning beneath the golden Madonna of Notre-Dame de la Garde, gleaming on her basilica above the city. The bouillabaisse served at harbourside institutions such as Chez Fonfon is not merely a dish but a rite, its saffron-stained broth tying Marseille to its Hellenic roots. Explore the dramatic Calanques national park, a coastal labyrinth of turquoise coves just south of the city. Spring and autumn are the finest seasons.

17. Day 17

    Barcelona

    Arrive 09:00

    Spain

    

    Barcelona is the city where Roman history, Gothic grandeur, and Gaudí's delirious Modernisme collide in a Mediterranean coastal capital of astonishing energy and beauty. The Sagrada Família — still under construction after 140 years — continues its audacious ascent toward completion, while the Gothic Quarter's Roman-era foundations and the Passeig de Gràcia's extraordinary concentration of Modernisme masterpieces reward days of exploration. For a complete sensory experience, lose an afternoon in the covered labyrinth of La Boqueria market before descending to the waterfront for Catalan seafood at its finest. May through June and September through October offer the most pleasant weather; the city connects directly to Paris by overnight train.

Cabin Categories

BALCONY AUREA

Balcony

172 sq ftMax 2BA

Wardrobe Bathroom with shower and hairdryer Comfortable double bed which can be converted in two single beds (on request) Interactive TV, Wi-Fi connection (for a fee), telephone and safe Mini bar and Air conditioning

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaVanity AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTV+8

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BALCONY BELLA GUARANTEED

Balcony

172 sq ftMax 2BB

Balcony Sitting area with sofa Comfortable double or single beds (on request) Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar Bathroom with shower or bathtub , vanity area with hairdryer

ShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)Safe+6

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DELUXE BALCONY FANTASTICA

Balcony

172 sq ftMax 2BR2

Balcony Sitting area with sofa Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaVanity AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTV+8

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DELUXE BALCONY FANTASTICA

Balcony

172 sq ftMax 2BR1

Balcony Sitting area with sofa Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaVanity AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTV+8

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DELUXE BALCONY WITH PARTIAL VIEW FANTASTICA

Balcony

172 sq ftMax 2BP

Surface 16 sqm, balcony 5 sqm, deck 12. Sitting area with sofa. Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer. Comfortable double or single beds. Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar.

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaVanity AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTV+8

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JUNIOR BALCONY FANTASTICA

Balcony

151 sq ftMax 2BM1

Balcony Sitting area with sofa Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Double or Twin ConfigurationVanity AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVSafe+8

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JUNIOR BALCONY FANTASTICA

Balcony

151 sq ftMax 2BM2

Balcony Sitting area with sofa Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Double or Twin ConfigurationVanity AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVSafe+8

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PREMIUM BALCONY FANTASTICA

Balcony

194 sq ftMax 2BL1

Balcony Sitting area with sofa Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaVanity AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTV+8

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Inside Cabin

inside

SPL

The comfort and elegance you need to enjoy your cruise. Surface: 13 sqm Deck: 11-12 Features Relaxing armchair Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer Comfortable double or single beds (on request*) TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar

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INTERIOR BELLA GUARANTEED

Inside

139 sq ftMax 2IB

Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

ShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableWi-Fi (Additional Cost)SafeHair Dryer+5

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JUNIOR INTERIOR FANTASTICA

Inside

139 sq ftMax 2IM2

Relaxing armchair Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available Junior Interior ( Module 13sqm - Decks 11-12 )

Double or Twin ConfigurationVanity AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVSafe+7

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JUNIOR INTERIOR FANTASTICA

Inside

139 sq ftMax 2IM1

Relaxing armchair Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Double or Twin ConfigurationVanity AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVSafe+7

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DELUXE OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA

Outside

172 sq ftMax 2OR1

Window with sea view Relaxing armchair Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available Deluxe Ocean View ( Module 16 sqm - Decks 5-12 )

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaVanity AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTV+7

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DELUXE OCEAN VIEW WITH OBSTRUCTED VIEW FANTASTICA

Outside

161 sq ftMax 2OO

Window with sea view Relaxing armchair Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaVanity AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTV+8

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OCEAN VIEW BELLA GUARANTEED

Outside

161 sq ftMax 2OB

Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Lounge AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)+7

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DELUXE SUITE AUREA

Suite

248 sq ftMax 5SR1

Balcony Sitting area with sofa Spacious closet Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

King or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableSuite BenefitsTV+10

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MSC Yacht Club Deluxe suite

Suite

333 sq ftMax 4YC1

Surface:  approx. 25 sqm, balcony 6 sqm, deck 14-15, accommodates up to 4 guests Queen size bed which can be converted into 2 single beds (on request) Balcony equipped with outdoor chairs and a table Marble bathroom with walk-in shower and “Med” organic amenities Premium bespoke embroidered towels & bed linens100% cotton Plush slippers and 100% cotton bathrobes for onboard use Minibar, Nespresso machine and Fresh fruit Welcome amenity Venchi daily turndown chocolates Interactive TV, telephone, safe and air conditioning

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaVanity AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service Available+8

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MSC Yacht Club Executive and Family suite with balcony

Suite

474 sq ftMax 4YCT

Surface:  approx. 32 sqm, balcony 12 sqm, deck 14, accommodates up to 4 guests Master bedroom with a queen size bed which can be converted into 2 single beds (on request) and a reading corner by the window Separate living room with a sofa bed which converts into a double bed and a reading corner by the window Walk-in wardrobe with vanity area Spacious balcony equipped with outdoor chairs and tables Versatile bathroom with bathtub and shower Marble bathroom with a bathtub and walk-in shower and “Med” organic amenities Premium bespoke embroidered towels & bed linens100% cotton Plush slippers and 100% cotton bathrobes for onboard use Minibar, Nespresso machine and Fresh fruit Welcome amenity Venchi daily turndown chocolates Interactive TV, telephone, safe and air conditioning

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaVanity AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service Available+11

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MSC Yacht Club Grand Suite

Suite

376 sq ftMax 4YCP

Surface:  approx. 28 sqm, balcony 9 sqm, deck 12-15, accommodates up to 4 guests Master bedroom with a queen size bed which can be converted into 2 single beds (on request) Separate living room with a sofa bed which converts into a double bed Walk-in wardrobe with vanity area Spacious balcony equipped with outdoor chairs and tables Versatile bathroom with bathtub and shower Marble bathroom with a bathtub and a walk-in shower and “Med” organic amenities Premium bespoke embroidered towels & bed linens100% cotton Plush slippers and 100% cotton bathrobes for onboard use Minibar, Nespresso machine and Fresh fruit Welcome amenity Venchi daily turndown chocolates Interactive TV, telephone, safe and air conditioning

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaVanity AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service Available+12

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MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite

Suite

215 sq ftMax 2YIN

Surface: approx. 14sqm, deck 12, accommodates up to 2 guests Queen size bed which can be converted into 2 single beds (on request) Bathroom with shower and “Med” organic amenities Vanity area and hairdryer Marble bathroom with walk-in shower and “Med” organic amenities Premium bespoke embroidered towels & bed linens100% cotton Plush slippers and 100% cotton bathrobes for onboard use Minibar, Nespresso machine and Fresh fruit Welcome amenity Venchi daily turndown chocolates Interactive TV, telephone, safe and air conditioning

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaVanity AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service Available+11

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MSC Yacht Club Royal suite with whirlpool bath

Suite

1,378 sq ftMax 5YC3

Surface: approx. 50 sqm, terrace 78 sqm, deck 15, accommodates up to 6 guests Master bedroom with a queen size bed which can be converted into 2 single beds (on request) Separate bedroom with two single beds and wardrobe Separate living room with a sofa bed which converts into a double bed and a dining table Walk-in wardrobe with vanity area Spacious panoramic private terrace with a whirlpool bath, dining table and chairs, sunbeds Versatile bathroom with bathtub and shower Marble bathroom with a bathtub and a walk-in shower and “Med” organic amenities Separate toilet room Premium bespoke embroidered towels & bed linens100% cotton Plush slippers and 100% cotton bathrobes for onboard use Minibar, Nespresso machine and Fresh fruit Welcome amenity Venchi daily turndown chocolates

BathDouble or Twin ConfigurationSecond BedroomLounge AreaDining AreaVanity Area+16

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MSC YACHT CLUB TWO-ROOM GRAND SUITE

suite

YCL

MSC Yacht Club Two-Room Grand Suite

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PREMIUM SUITE AUREA

Suite

269 sq ftMax 5SL2

Balcony Sitting area with sofa Spacious closet Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available Premium Suite Aurea ( Module 25 sqm - Balcony 6 sqm - Decks 15 )

King or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableSuite Benefits+9

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PREMIUM SUITE AUREA

Suite

269 sq ftMax 5SL1

Balcony Sitting area with sofa Spacious closet Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

King or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableSuite Benefits+9

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