MSC Cruises

Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) was formed in 1970 and is now one of the largest container transportation companies in the world.  In 1988, MSC entered the cruise market and are now one of the largest privately owned cruise lines in the world.   MSC operate extensive itineraries in Europe with an array of embarkation ports in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe.  They also sail itineraries in Asia, the Caribbean, North America, South America, the Emirates & Red Sea and South Africa,

With the launch of MSC World America in April 2025, MSC Cruises  will have 23 ships in service.

There are a further two ships in the World Class ships due in the coming years, with MSC World Asia commence sailing in December 2026 and a further ship in 2027.  Itineraries on Western Mediterranean sailings for MSC World Asia are out of  already on sale.

 

World Class

MSC World Europa

  • Sailing from
    • Barcelona
    • Civitavecchia (Rome) 
    • Genoa
    • Marseille
    • Messina 
    • Naples
    • Palermo
  • Destination
    • Mediterranean

MSC World America - New ship launching April 2025

  • Sailing from
    • Miami
  • Destination
    • Caribbean

 

Seaside & Seaside Evo Class

 

MSC Seaside (Seaside Class)

  • Sailing from
    • Barcelona
    • Bridgetown
    • Civitavecchia (Rome)
    • Fort de France
    • Genoa
    • Lisbon
    • Livorno
    • Marseille
    • Miami
    • Naples
    • Palermo
    • Pointe a Pitre
    • Valencia
  • Destinations
    • Caribbean
    • Mediterranean
    • Transatlantic

MSC Seaview (Seaside Class)

  • Sailing from
    • Barcelona
    • Cannes
    • Civitavecchia (Rome)
    • Genoa
    • Palma de Mallorca
    • Rio de Janiero
    • Santos
  • Destination
    • Mediterranean
    • South America
    • Transatlantic

MSC Seashore (Seaside Evo Class)

  • Sailing from
    • Port Canaveral (Orlando)
  • Destination
    • Caribbean

MSC Seascape (Seaside Evo Class)

  • Sailing from
    • Galveston 
    • Miami
  • Destinations
    • Caribbean

 

Meraviglia Plus Class

 

MSC Grandiosa

  • Sailing from
    • Barcelona
    • Civitavecchia
    • Genoa
    • La Goullete
    • Livorno
    • Maceio
    • Malaga
    • Marseille
    • Naples
    • Palermo
    • Rio de Janiero
    • Salvador
    • Santos
    • Valencia
  • Destinations
    • Mediterranean
    • South America
    • Transatlantic

MSC Virtuosa

  • Sailing from
    • Abu Dhabi
    • Bridgetown
    • Doha
    • Dubai
    • Fort de France
    • Le Havre
    • Lisbon
    • Pointe a Pitre
    • Southampton
  • Destinations
    • Middle East
    • Northern Europe
    • South America
    • Transatlantic

MSC Euribia

  • Sailing from
    • Abu Dhabi
    • Barcelona
    • Civitavecchia (Rome)
    • Copenhagen
    • Doha
    • Dubai
    • Hamburg
    • Kiel
    • Le Havre
    • Marseille
    • Rotterdam
    • Southampton
    • Zeebrugge (Brugge)
  • Destinations
    • Middle East
    • Mediterranean
    • Northern Europe

 

Meraviglia Class

 

MSC Meraviglia

  • Sailing from
    • New York
  • Destinations
    • Bermuda
    • Canada & New England
    • Caribbean

MSC Bellisima 

  • Sailing from
    • Keelung (Tapei)
    • Naha (Olinawa)
    • Shangai
    • Tokyo
    • Yokohama (Tokyo)
  • Destination
    • Asia

 

Fantasia Class

 

MSC Fantasia

  • Sailing from
    • Barcelona
    • Bari
    • Civitavecchia (Rome)
    • Genoa
    • Istanbul
    • La Spezia
    • Marseille
    • Naples
    • Palma de Mallorca
    • Piraeus (Athens)
    • Tarragona
    • Trieste
    • Valencia
  • Destination
    • Mediterranean

MSC Divina

  • Sailing from
    • Barcelona
    • Civitavecchia (Rome)
    • Genoa
    • Izmir
    • Kusadasi
    • Lisbon
    • Marseille
    • Miami
    • Naples
    • Valencia
  • Destinations
    • Caribbean
    • Mediterranean
    • Transatlantic

MSC Preziosa

  • Sailing from
    • Copenhagen
    • Hamburg
    • Le Havre
    • Oslo
    • Rio de Janeiro
    • Rotterdam
    • Santos
    • Southampton
    • Zeebrugge (Brugge)
  • Destinations
    • Northern Europe
    • South America
    • Transatlantic

MSC Splendida

  • Sailing from
    • Barcelona
    • Bari
    • Cape Town
    • Durban
    • Genoa
    • Istanbul
    • Marseille
    • Trieste
  • Destinations
    • Mediterranean
    • South Africa

 

Musica Class

 

MSC Musica

  • Sailing from
    • Alicante
    • Barcelona
    • Buenos Aires
    • Cagliari
    • Cannes
    • Cape Town
    • Civitavecchia (Rome)
    • Durban
    • Genoa
    • Lisbon
    • Malaga
    • Marseille
    • Montevideo
    • Olbia
    • Piraeus (Athens)
    • Villefranche-sur-Mer
  • Destinations 
    • Mediterranean
    • South Africa
    • South America
    • Transatlantic

MSC Magnifica

  • Sailing from
    • Alicante
    • Barcelona
    • Civitavecchia (Rome)
    • Genoa
    • Lisbon
    • Marseille
    • Miami
    • Valencia
  • Destinations
    • Caribbean
    • Mediterranean
    • Transatlantic

MSC Orchestra

  • Sailing from
    • Cagliari
    • Civitavecchia (Rome)
    • Genoa
    • Lisbon
    • Livorno
    • Malaga
    • Marseille
    • Palma de Mallorca
    • Valencia
  • Destination
    • Mediterranean

MSC Poesia

  • Sailing from
    • Barcelona
    • Bilboa
    • Buenos Aires
    • Copenhagen
    • Funchal
    • Genoa
    • Le Havre
    • Lisbon
    • Malaga
    • Marseille
    • Montevideo
    • New York
    • Oslo
    • Rotterdam
    • Santa Cruz de Tenerife
    • Southampton
    • Stockholm
    • Warnemunde (Berlin)
  • Destinations
    • Mediterranean
    • Northern Europe
    • South America
    • Transatlantic

 

Lirica Class

 

MSC Lirica

  • Sailing from
    • Ancona
    • Buenos Aires
    • Cagliari
    • Civitavecchia (Rome)
    • Itajai
    • Livorno
    • Marseille
    • Palma de Mallorca
    • Paranagua
    • Rio de Janiero
    • Valencia
    • Venice (Marghera)
  • Destinations
    • Mediterranean
    • South America
    • Transatlantic

MSC Armonia

  • Sailing from
    • Bari
    • Brindisi
    • Buenos Aires
    • Itajai
    • Paranagua
    • Piraeus (Athens)
    • Rio de Janeiro
    • Santos
    • Split
    • Venice (Maghera)
  • Destinations
    • Mediterranean
    • South America
    • Transatlantic

MSC Opera

  • Sailing from
    • Abu Dhabi
    • Bari
    • Dubai
    • Funchal (Madeira)
    • Genoa
    • Las Palmas (Gran Canaria)
    • Piraeus (Athens)
    • Santa Cruz de Tenerife
    • Valencia
    • Venice (Marghera)
  • Destinations
    • Mediterranean
    • Middle East

MSC Sinfonia 

  • Sailing from
    • Bari
    • Bodrum
    • Brindisi
    • Istanbul
    • Piraeus (Athens)
    • Split
    • Venice (Marghera)
    • Zadar
  • Destination
    • Mediterranean

MSC World Class ships

The MSC World Class Ships represent a significant evolution in cruise ship design and sustainability for MSC Cruises. With the introduction of the MSC World Asia, MSC World America, and MSC World Europa, the cruise line is set to redefine the experience of ocean travel, appealing to a diverse range of travelers. Each vessel is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and innovative features that offer unparalleled comfort and entertainment options.

MSC World Asia will be the third ship in the World Class when she launches at the end of 2026 and will be sailing Western Mediterranean Itineraries which are on sale now. 

April 2025 saw the maiden voyage of MSC World America which is designed to cater to the preferences of North American cruisers, featuring vibrant entertainment, shopping, and dining options that reflect the diverse cultures of the continent. With expansive public spaces and innovative designs, the ship aims to create a captivating atmosphere that enhances the overall cruising experience for its passengers.

On the other hand, MSC World Europa serves as a testament to modern engineering and luxury cruising. With its futuristic design and premium amenities, it promises to deliver an unforgettable voyage. The ship will offer unique features such as immersive digital experiences and eco-friendly technologies, showcasing MSC Cruises’ dedication to providing an enriching and responsible travel experience.

Collectively, the MSC World Class Ships signify a new chapter for MSC Cruises, perfectly blending luxury and sustainability for an unforgettable seafaring adventure. 

December '26 to April '27

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