Northern Europe from Southampton
Date
2026-05-25
Duration
5 nights
Departure Port
Southampton
United Kingdom
Arrival Port
Southampton
United Kingdom
Rating
Resort
Theme
—
MSC Cruises
MSC Virtuosa
Launched
2019
Refitted
—
Tonnage
181,541 GT
Passengers
6,334
Cabins
2,421
Crew
1,704
Length
1092 m
Width
43 m
Speed
22 knots
Adults Only
No
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1
Southampton
Depart 20:00
Southampton, England's storied ocean liner capital on the southern coast, carries an indelible maritime identity — this is the port from which the Titanic departed and from which the Queen Mary 2 still sails in grandeur today. The medieval Bargate and City Walls speak to a history stretching back to Roman times, while the SeaCity Museum tells the story of the great liners with moving intimacy. Day excursions reach Winchester's magnificent cathedral, the stately rooms of Beaulieu, and the primeval wilderness of the New Forest — where ancient ponies still roam freely. Spring and summer offer the most pleasant conditions for exploring the region.
Day 2
Day 2
Cherbourg
Arrive 07:00Depart 19:00
Cherbourg, a historic port city in Normandy, is renowned for its vibrant maritime heritage and rich culinary offerings. Must-do experiences include exploring the Place de Gaulle Market and savoring local dishes such as "moules marinières" and "calvados." The best season to visit is during the spring or early fall when the weather is mild and the local festivities are in full swing.
Day 3
Day 3
Zeebrugge
Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00
Zeebrugge — Belgium's principal cruise port, whose very name means 'Sea-Bruges' — serves as the maritime portal to one of Europe's most perfectly preserved medieval cities, with the UNESCO-listed canal network of Bruges just fifteen minutes away, its lace shops, chocolate artisans, and moated Beguinage offering an almost impossibly picturesque step back into the Flemish Golden Age. The port itself carries its own dramatic history: the site of the audacious 1918 Zeebrugge Raid, when the Royal Navy launched a daring assault to block the harbor during World War I. Year-round access to Bruges, Ghent, and Brussels — each within easy reach — makes Zeebrugge a supremely versatile port of call.
Day 4
Day 4
Rotterdam
Arrive 07:00Depart 19:00
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.
Day 5
Day 5
At Sea
Day 6
Day 6
Southampton
Arrive 07:00
Southampton, England's storied ocean liner capital on the southern coast, carries an indelible maritime identity — this is the port from which the Titanic departed and from which the Queen Mary 2 still sails in grandeur today. The medieval Bargate and City Walls speak to a history stretching back to Roman times, while the SeaCity Museum tells the story of the great liners with moving intimacy. Day excursions reach Winchester's magnificent cathedral, the stately rooms of Beaulieu, and the primeval wilderness of the New Forest — where ancient ponies still roam freely. Spring and summer offer the most pleasant conditions for exploring the region.
Day 1
Southampton
Depart 20:00
Southampton, England's storied ocean liner capital on the southern coast, carries an indelible maritime identity — this is the port from which the Titanic departed and from which the Queen Mary 2 still sails in grandeur today. The medieval Bargate and City Walls speak to a history stretching back to Roman times, while the SeaCity Museum tells the story of the great liners with moving intimacy. Day excursions reach Winchester's magnificent cathedral, the stately rooms of Beaulieu, and the primeval wilderness of the New Forest — where ancient ponies still roam freely. Spring and summer offer the most pleasant conditions for exploring the region.
Day 2
Cherbourg
Arrive 07:00Depart 19:00
Cherbourg, a historic port city in Normandy, is renowned for its vibrant maritime heritage and rich culinary offerings. Must-do experiences include exploring the Place de Gaulle Market and savoring local dishes such as "moules marinières" and "calvados." The best season to visit is during the spring or early fall when the weather is mild and the local festivities are in full swing.
Day 3
Zeebrugge
Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00
Zeebrugge — Belgium's principal cruise port, whose very name means 'Sea-Bruges' — serves as the maritime portal to one of Europe's most perfectly preserved medieval cities, with the UNESCO-listed canal network of Bruges just fifteen minutes away, its lace shops, chocolate artisans, and moated Beguinage offering an almost impossibly picturesque step back into the Flemish Golden Age. The port itself carries its own dramatic history: the site of the audacious 1918 Zeebrugge Raid, when the Royal Navy launched a daring assault to block the harbor during World War I. Year-round access to Bruges, Ghent, and Brussels — each within easy reach — makes Zeebrugge a supremely versatile port of call.
Day 4
Rotterdam
Arrive 07:00Depart 19:00
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.
Day 5
At Sea
Day 6
Southampton
Arrive 07:00
Southampton, England's storied ocean liner capital on the southern coast, carries an indelible maritime identity — this is the port from which the Titanic departed and from which the Queen Mary 2 still sails in grandeur today. The medieval Bargate and City Walls speak to a history stretching back to Roman times, while the SeaCity Museum tells the story of the great liners with moving intimacy. Day excursions reach Winchester's magnificent cathedral, the stately rooms of Beaulieu, and the primeval wilderness of the New Forest — where ancient ponies still roam freely. Spring and summer offer the most pleasant conditions for exploring the region.
Cabin Categories
Grand Suite Aurea with Terrace and Whirlpool
Suite
807 m²Max 4
SXJ
Large balcony with a private whirlpool bath
Walk-in closet
Sitting area with double sofa bed
Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
Wi-Fi access available
Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaDining AreaVanity AreaShowerToiletries Provided+11
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MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite
Suite
366 m²Max 2
YC1
Balcony
Sitting area with sofa
Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
Spacious wardrobe
Bathroom with shower or bathtub , vanity area with hairdryer
Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection included, safe and minibar
Surface approx. 28 sq.m.
Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaVanity AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service Available+11
US$3,021 /person+ US$130 taxes & fees
MSC Yacht Club Duplex Suite with Jacuzzi
Suite
893 m²Max 4
YJD
Balcony
Sitting area with sofa
Spacious closet
Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer
Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaDining AreaVanity AreaShowerBath+13
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MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite with Whirlpool Bath
Suite
1378 m²Max 2
YC3
MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite with Whirlpool Bath
Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaDining AreaVanity AreaShowerBath+13
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Premium Suite Aurea
Suite
301–420 m²Max 6
SL1
Balcony
Spacious closet
Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer
Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
Wi-Fi access available
Accommodates up to 6 guests
Double or Twin ConfigurationVanity AreaBathRoom Service AvailableMini Bar (Additional Cost)TV+8
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Premium Suite Aurea with Terrace and Whirlpool
Suite
570–614 m²Max 4
SLJ
Large balcony with a private whirlpool bath
Walk-in closet
Sitting area with double sofa bed
Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
Wi-Fi access available
Double or Twin ConfigurationSofa BedVanity AreaShowerWhirlpool BathRoom Service Available+9
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Yacht Club Interior Suite
Suite
183 m²Max 2
YIN
Sitting area with sofa
Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
Spacious wardrobe
Bathroom with shower or bathtub , vanity area with hairdryer
Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
Surface approx. 21 sq. m.*
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Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaVanity AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service Available+11
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Balcony Aurea
Balcony
247 m²Max 2
BA
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 AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTV+6
US$1,146 /person+ US$130 taxes & fees
Balcony Bella
Balcony
129–182 m²Max 4
BB
Balcony Bella
BathDouble or Twin ConfigurationPullman Bed x2Lounge AreaShowerToiletries Provided+8
US$936 /person+ US$130 taxes & fees
Deluxe Balcony FANTASTICA
Balcony
129–182 m²Max 4
BR1BR2BR3
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 AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTV+7
US$996 /person+ US$130 taxes & fees
Deluxe Balcony With Partial View FANTASTICA
Balcony
247 m²Max 2
BP
Surface 17 sqm, balcony 6 sqm, deck 8-14.
Sitting area with sofa.
Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer.
Comfortable double or single beds (on request).
Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar.
ZOE - in-cabin Bluetooth speaker.
DoubleLounge AreaVanity AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service Available+7
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Studio Balcony FANTASTICA
Balcony
172 m²Max 1
BS
Balcony
Sitting area with sofa
Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer
Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
Wi-Fi access available
Lounge AreaVanity AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)+6
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Deluxe Ocean View FANTASTICA
Outside
172 m²Max 6
OR1
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 AreaShowerBathToiletries Provided+9
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Junior Ocean View FANTASTICA
Outside
129 m²Max 6
OM2
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 ConfigurationShowerTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)Media/Entertainment StationSafe+4
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Junior Ocean View with obstructed view FANTASTICA
Outside
129 m²Max 6
OO
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 ConfigurationVanity AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTV+6
US$876 /person+ US$130 taxes & fees
Ocean View Bella
Outside
129–269 m²Max 6
OB
Ocean View Bella
Double or Twin ConfigurationSofa BedLounge AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service Available+7
US$866 /person+ US$130 taxes & fees
Premium Ocean View FANTASTICA
Outside
269 m²Max 6
OL2
Window with sea view
Relaxing armchair
Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
Wi-Fi access available
Queen or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaVanity AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTV+7
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Deluxe Interior FANTASTICA
Inside
182 m²Max 4
IR1IR2
Relaxing armchair
Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
Wi-Fi access available
Double or Twin ConfigurationVanity AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTV+8
US$776 /person+ US$130 taxes & fees
Interior Bella
Inside
129–183 m²Max 4
IB
Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
TV, telephone, safe and minibar
Wi-Fi access available
Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableMini Bar (Additional Cost)+6
US$706 /person+ US$130 taxes & fees
Studio Interior FANTASTICA
Inside
129 m²Max 1
IS
Relaxing armchair
Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
Wi-Fi access available
One Single BedLounge AreaVanity AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTV+5
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