MSC Virtuosa
No Fly UK, South America & Mediterranean
Overview
Sailing aboard MSC Virtuosa is less about simply getting from one destination to another and more about embracing a complete holiday experience at sea. As part of MSC Cruises’ Meraviglia Plus Class, the ship brings together scale, style, and variety in a way that feels both impressive and approachable. Carrying over 6,000 guests at full capacity, it’s undeniably large but clever design and attentive service ensure it never feels impersonal.
From the moment you step onboard, there’s a sense of energy and polish. The ship feels modern without being clinical, lively without being overwhelming. Whether you’re sailing from Southampton or further afield, MSC Virtuosa offers a well-balanced cruise that suits first-time cruisers and seasoned travellers alike. It’s a ship where you can do as much or as little as you like, all while enjoying a consistent level of comfort and service throughout.
Design & Atmosphere
One of MSC Virtuosa’s standout features is its striking interior design, which blends contemporary elegance with playful touches. At the heart of the ship lies the indoor promenade, a vibrant space lined with bars, restaurants, and boutiques, all set beneath a spectacular LED sky ceiling. This ever-changing digital display creates an immersive atmosphere, transforming the space from a bright, airy walkway during the day into a lively, almost theatrical setting at night.
Despite the ship’s size, the layout is intuitive, making it easy to navigate between venues. There’s a constant sense of movement and buzz, yet plenty of quieter corners to retreat to when you want a more relaxed moment. From stylish lounges to open deck spaces with sweeping sea views, MSC Virtuosa manages to cater to both social travellers and those seeking tranquillity.
Accomodation
Cabins aboard MSC Virtuosa are designed with comfort and practicality in mind. Whether you opt for an interior cabin or a more spacious balcony or suite, the overall feel is modern, clean, and thoughtfully arranged. Storage is well considered, and the use of space ensures that even more compact cabins remain comfortable for the duration of your trip.
Balcony cabins, in particular, elevate the experience—offering private outdoor space where you can enjoy morning coffee with ocean views or unwind after a busy day onboard. For those seeking a more premium experience, the MSC Yacht Club provides an exclusive “ship within a ship” concept, complete with luxurious suites, private facilities, and personalised butler service.
Overall, accommodation strikes a strong balance between style and functionality, giving guests a welcoming space to recharge.
Dinning Experience
Dining is a central part of the MSC Virtuosa experience, and it’s an area where the ship truly excels. The variety on offer ensures that every meal can feel different, whether you prefer a formal dining setting or something more casual.
The main dining rooms provide a traditional cruise experience, with multi-course meals served in an elegant setting. Service here is attentive, and menus change regularly, offering a mix of international favourites and Mediterranean-inspired dishes.
For a more relaxed approach, the Marketplace Buffet is a reliable go-to. Open for most of the day, it offers a wide selection of global cuisine, allowing guests to dine at their own pace. It’s particularly convenient for families or those with busy schedules.
Where MSC Virtuosa really shines, however, is in its speciality dining. Venues such as Kaito Teppanyaki offer a theatrical experience, with chefs preparing dishes right in front of you, while Hola! Tacos & Cantina delivers bold, vibrant flavours in a laid-back setting. Indochine adds a more refined touch with its French-Vietnamese fusion cuisine, and Butcher’s Cut caters perfectly to steak lovers seeking a hearty, indulgent meal.
For something sweet, Jean-Philippe Crepes & Gelato and the onboard chocolate café provide irresistible treats, adding those small but memorable moments to your day.
Entertainment
Entertainment onboard MSC Virtuosa is both varied and high quality, ensuring that evenings are as engaging as days. The ship’s main theatre hosts impressive production shows, featuring talented performers, elaborate staging, and a mix of music, dance, and acrobatics.
Beyond the theatre, entertainment continues across multiple venues. The Carousel Lounge offers a more intimate setting for shows, including comedy, live music, and interactive performances. Meanwhile, the TV Studio & Bar hosts games, karaoke, and contests that bring guests together in a fun, informal way.
One of the most talked-about attractions is the Starship Club, home to a robotic bartender that prepares cocktails with precision and flair. It’s a unique, futuristic experience that adds a playful twist to the ship’s nightlife.
For those who prefer a more relaxed evening, there are plenty of bars and lounges to choose from—ranging from the sophisticated Champagne Bar to the laid-back atmosphere of Masters of the Seas pub. Live music is a constant presence, creating an enjoyable backdrop wherever you go.
Recreation & Activities
MSC Virtuosa offers an impressive range of activities, ensuring that there’s always something to do—no matter your interests. The pool areas are a major highlight, with multiple pools providing space to swim, relax, or simply soak up the sun. The main pool deck often features a big screen showing films and events, adding to the lively atmosphere.
For families and thrill-seekers, the Savannah Aquapark is a standout feature. With water slides and splash zones, it’s a fun-filled area that appeals to both children and adults. Those looking for a bit of adrenaline can also try the high ropes course, which rewards participants with stunning ocean views.
Indoors, the ship continues to impress. There’s a full-sized bowling alley, a Formula 1 simulator, a virtual reality gaming area, and an interactive cinema—all designed to provide entertainment regardless of the weather.
For a slower pace, guests can browse the onboard shops, visit the art gallery, or simply find a quiet lounge to relax with a drink or a book.
Family Experience & Kids Club
MSC Virtuosa is particularly well suited to families, offering a comprehensive range of facilities and activities for children of all ages. The ship features five dedicated kids’ clubs, each tailored to a specific age group—from toddlers to teenagers.
Younger children can enjoy supervised play areas filled with toys and creative activities, while older kids and teens have access to sports, games, and social spaces where they can make new friends. The partnership with LEGO adds an extra layer of excitement, with themed events and activities that are always popular.
Parents will appreciate the flexibility this provides, allowing them to enjoy some downtime while knowing their children are safe and entertained. At the same time, there are plenty of opportunities for families to spend time together, whether that’s by the pool, at a show, or exploring destinations ashore.
Spa & Wellness
For those seeking relaxation, the MSC Aurea Spa offers a peaceful escape from the busier areas of the ship. Designed with tranquillity in mind, it’s a space where guests can unwind and recharge.
The spa offers a range of treatments, from massages to beauty therapies, all delivered in a calm, soothing environment. There’s also a thermal area where you can enjoy heat experiences designed to promote relaxation and wellbeing.
Fitness enthusiasts are equally well catered for, with a modern gym featuring state-of-the-art equipment and panoramic sea views. Group classes and sports facilities provide additional ways to stay active during your cruise.
Wi-fi
MSC Virtuosa keeps pace with modern expectations by offering enhanced connectivity through Starlink technology. This results in faster internet speeds and more reliable Wi-Fi coverage throughout the ship, allowing guests to stay connected, stream content, or share their holiday experiences in real time.
Interactive screens and the MSC for Me app also help guests navigate the ship, check daily schedules, and book activities, making it easier to plan each day without feeling overwhelmed.
Destinations & Itineraries
One of the key advantages of MSC Virtuosa is the variety of itineraries available. With regular sailings from Southampton, it’s an especially convenient choice for UK travellers looking to avoid flying.
The ship visits a wide range of destinations, from Northern Europe to the Mediterranean, offering something for every type of holidaymaker. Whether you’re interested in cultural exploration, scenic landscapes, or simply relaxing in the sun, there’s an itinerary to match your preferences.
Overall Experience
MSC Virtuosa delivers a well-rounded cruise experience that successfully combines scale, variety, and comfort. It’s a ship that feels modern and vibrant, yet still manages to offer moments of calm and relaxation.
The breadth of dining options, entertainment, and activities ensures that no two days feel the same, while the quality of service helps tie everything together. Whether you’re travelling as a couple, a family, or a group of friends, the ship adapts easily to different styles of holiday.
In many ways, MSC Virtuosa represents what modern cruising is all about—flexibility, choice, and the freedom to create your own ideal experience at sea. It’s the kind of holiday that leaves you feeling both refreshed and entertained, with plenty of memories—and perhaps plans for your next voyage already taking shape.
Summer 2026
MSC Virtuosa
The magnificent MSC Virtuosa makes her return to the UK in April 2026 in which could be here final season sailing out of the UK for a while as she will be replaced with MSC Meraviglia in 2027 & 2028.
One of the UK's most popular cruise ships will be departing Southampton throughout the summer and autumn until early November on itinaries which include the Canary Islands, the Mediterranean, the Norwegian Fjords along with Spain, France and Portugal.
The family friendly ship has a range of sailings from 2 to 14 nights with prices starting from just £71 per person per night based on an inside cabin. Premium drinks packages can also be added from as little as £28 per person per day.
Explore all the itineraries and latest prices below
20th April - 12 nights
(Spain, Portugal & Canaries)
Southampton - Lisbon - Funchal - Las Palmas - Santa Cruz de Tenerife - Arrecife de Lanzarote - Vigo - Southampton
Was £949 pp / NOW £902 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
2nd May - 2 nights
(France)
Southampton - Cherbourg - Southampton
Was £249 pp / NOW £237 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
4th May - 5 nights
(Northern Europe)
Southampton - Rotterdam - Cherbourg - Zeebrugge - Southampton
Was £499 pp / NOW £474 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
9th May - 7 nights
(Norwegian Fjords)
Southampton - South Queensferry - Sandnes - Haugesund - Southampton
Was £599 pp / NOW £569 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
16th May - 7 nights
(Norwegian Fjords)
Southampton - South Queensferry - Stavanger - Haugesund - Kristiansand - Southampton
Was £649 pp / NOW £617 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
23rd May - 2 nights
(France)
Southampton - Cherbourg - Southampton
Was £249 pp / NOW £237 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
25th May - 5 nights
(Northern Europe)
Southampton - Cherbourg - Zeebrugge -Rotterdam - Southampton
Was £549 pp / NOW £522 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
30th May - 7 nights
(Spain & France)
Southampton - Gijon - La Rochelle - Bilbao - Le Havre - Southampton
Was £669 pp / NOW £636 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
6th June - 14 nights
(Norway & Iceland)
Southampton - Cork - Akureyri - Isafjordur - Reykjavik - Maloy - Hellesylt - Sandnes - Southampton
Was £1049 pp / NOW £997 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
20th June - 7 nights
(Spain & France)
Southampton - La Rochelle - Bilbao - La Coruna - Cherbourg - Southampton
Was £649 pp / NOW £617 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
27th June - 7 nights
(France, Portugal & Spain)
Southampton - Brest - Lisbon - Vigo - Cherbourg - Southampton
Was £749 pp / NOW £712 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
4th July - 7 nights
(Spain & France)
Southampton - La Rochelle - Bilbao - La Coruna - Cherbourg - Southampton
Was £699 pp / NOW £664 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
11th July - 7 nights
(Norwegian Fjords)
Southampton - Alesund - Nordfjordeid - Hellesylt - Maloy - Southampton
Was £749 pp / NOW £712 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
18th July - 7 nights
(Norwegian Fjords)
Southampton - Lerwick - Maloy - Flam - Kristiansand - Southampton
Was £749 pp / NOW £712 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
25th July - 14 nights
(Mediterranean)
Southampton - La Coruna - Cadiz - Malaga - Alicante - Ibiza - Tarragona - Gibraltar - Lisbon - Southampton
Was £1349 pp / NOW £1282 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
8th August - 12 nights
(Spain, Portugal & Canaries)
Southampton - Lisbon - Funchal - Las Palmas - Santa Cruz de Tenerife - Arrecife de Lanzarote - Vigo - Southampton
Was £949 pp / NOW £902 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
20th August - 9 nights
(France, Portugal & Spain)
Southampton - Brest - Lisbon - Gibraltar - Malaga - Cadiz - Southampton
Was £999 pp / NOW £949 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
29th August - 7 nights
(Norwegian Fjords)
Southampton - Haugesund - Olden - Alesund - Kristiansand - Southampton
Was £699 pp / NOW £665 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
12th September - 14 nights
(Mediterranean)
Southampton - Lisbon - Cadiz - Malaga - Alicante - Palma de Mallorca - Tarragona - Gibraltar - La Coruna - Southampton
Was £1149 pp / NOW £1092 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
26th September - 3 nights
(Northern Europe)
Southampton - Zeebrugge - Cherbourg - Southampton
Was £399 pp / NOW £379 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
26th September - 4 nights
(Ireland)
Southampton - Cork overnight - Southampton
Was £429 pp / NOW £408 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
3rd October - 12 nights
(Spain, Portugal & Canaries)
Southampton - Lisbon - Funchal - Las Palmas - Santa Cruz de Tenerife - Arrecife de Lanzarote - Vigo - Southampton
Was £1199 pp / NOW £1139 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
15th October - 4 nights
(Ireland)
Southampton - Cork overnight - Southampton
Was £469 pp / NOW £446 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
19th October - 5 nights
(Northern Europe)
Southampton - Zeebrugge - Rotterdam - Cherbourg - Southampton
Was £539 pp / NOW £512 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
24th October - 7 nights
(Spain & France)
Southampton - La Rochelle - Bilbao - La Coruna - Le Havre - Southampton
Was £749 pp / NOW £712 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
31st October - 7 nights
(France, Portugal & France)
Southampton - Brest - Lisbon - Vigo - Cherbourg - Southampton
Was £619 pp / NOW £588 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
7th November - 9 nights
(One-way to Barcelona)
Southampton - La Coruna - Cadiz - Malaga - Alicante - Palma de Mallorca - Marseille - Barcelona
Was £649 pp / NOW £617 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
31st October - 24 nights
(One way to Rio de Janeiro)
Southampton - La Coruna - Cadiz - Malaga - Alicante - Palma de Mallorca - Marseille - Barcelona - Funchal - Santa Cruz de Tenerife - Las Palmas - Salvador - Rio de Janeiro
Was £2039 pp / NOW £1937 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
31st October - 25 nights
(One way to Santos)
Southampton - La Coruna - Cadiz - Malaga - Alicante - Palma de Mallorca - Marseille - Barcelona - Funchal - Santa Cruz de Tenerife - Las Palmas - Salvador - Rio de Janeiro - Santos
Was £2069 pp / NOW £1966 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
Winter 2026/27
South America
MSC Virtuosa makes her debut in South America with itineraries available from four Brazilian ports - Maceio, Rio de Janeiro, Salvador and Santos.
South America - 7 nights
Santos - Buzios - Salvador - Maceio - Santos
From £729 pp
Multiple Dates
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
South America - 7 nights
Salvador - Maceio - Santos - Buzios - Salvador
From £759 pp
Multiple Dates
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
South America - 7 nights
Maceio - Santos - Buzios - Salvador - Maceio - Santos
From £775 pp
Multiple Dates
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
Summer 2027
29th May - 7 nights
(Spain & France)
Southampton - Gijon - La Rochelle - Bilbao - Cherbourg - Southampton
Was £817 pp / NOW £776 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
5th June - 7 nights
(Norwegian Fjords)
Southampton - Kirkwall - Skjolden - Nordfjordeid - Sandnes - Southampton
Was £885 pp / NOW £841 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
12th June - 7 nights
(France, Portugal & Spain)
Southampton - Brest - Lisbon - Vigo - Cherbourg - Southampton
Was £824 pp / NOW £783 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
19th June - 7 nights
(Norwegian Fjords)
Southampton - Lerwick - Skjolden - Nordfjordeid - Sandnes - Southampton
Was £994 pp / NOW £944 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
26th June - 8 nights
(Norwegian Fjords)
Southampton - Kirkwall - Maloy - Molde - Alesund - Haugesund - Southampton
Was £1079 pp / NOW £1025 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
4th July - 6 nights
(Spain & France)
Southampton - La Rochelle - Bilbao - La Coruna - Southampton
Was £759 pp / NOW £721 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
10th July - 7 nights
(France, Portugal & Spain)
Southampton - Brest - Lisbon - Vigo - Cherbourg - Southampton
Was £894 pp / NOW £849 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
17th July - 7 nights
(Norwegian Fjords)
Southampton - Haugesund - Alesund - Skjolden - Kristiansand - Southampton
Was £1024 pp / NOW £973 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
24th July - 14 nights
(Mediterranean)
Southampton - Gijon - Cadiz - Malaga - Alicante - Ibiza - Tarragona - Casablanca - La Coruna - Southampton
Was £1759 pp / NOW £1671 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
7th August - 12 nights
(Mediterranean)
Southampton - Vigo - Funchal - Las Palmas - Santa Cruz de Tenerife - Arrecife de Lanzarote - Lisbon - Southampton
Was £1649 pp / NOW £1197 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
19th August - 9 nights
(France, Portugal & Spain)
Southampton - Brest - Lisbon - Gibraltar - Malaga - Cadiz - Southampton
Was £1518 pp / NOW £1442 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
28th August - 7 nights
(Norwegian Fjords)
Southampton - Haugesund - Skjolden - Olden - Kristiansand - Southampton
Was £894 pp / NOW £849 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
4th September - 7 nights
(Spain & France)
Southampton - Gijon - La Rochelle - Bilbao - Cherbourg - Southampton
Was £774 pp / NOW £735 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
11th September - 7 nights
(Northern Europe)
Southampton - Oslo - Fredericia - Copenhagen - Zeebrugge - Southampton
Was £824 pp / NOW £783 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
18th September - 7 nights
(Norwegian Fjords)
Southampton - Lerwick - Skjolden - Nordfjordeid - Sandnes - Southampton
Was £854 pp / NOW £811 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
25th September - 7 nights
(France, Portugal & Spain)
Southampton - Brest - Leixoes (Porto) - Vigo - Cherbourg - Southampton
Was £1004 pp / NOW £954 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
2nd October - 12 nights
(Mediterranean)
Southampton - Vigo - Funchal - Las Palmas - Santa Cruz de Tenerife - Arrecife de Lanzarote - Lisbon - Southampton
Was £1260 pp / NOW £1197 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
14th October - 9 nights
(France, Portugal & Spain)
Southampton - Brest - Lisbon - Gibraltar - Malaga - Cadiz - Southampton
Was £1004 pp / NOW £954 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
23rd October - 7 nights
(Spain & France)
Southampton - Gijon - La Rochelle - Bilbao - Cherbourg - Southampton
Was £824 pp / NOW £783 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
30th October - 7 nights
(France, Portugal & Spain)
Southampton - Brest - Vigo - Leixoes (Porto) - Cherbourg - Southampton
Was £724 pp / NOW £688 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
6th November - 13 nights
(One way to Barbados)
Southampton - Le Havre - Ponta Delgada - St Johns - Kingstown - Bridgetown
Was £744 pp / NOW £707 pp
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
Summer 2027
Mediterranean
MSC Virtuosa will cross the Atlantic in April 2027 to commence sailings from the Mediterranean for the first time with 7 night round trips itineraries from Barcelona, Livorno, Marseille, Naples and Palermo
Mediterranean - 7 nights
Palermo - Naples - Livorno - Marseille - Barcelona - La Goulette - Palermo
From £749 pp
Every Friday from 23/4/27 to 5/11/27
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
Mediterranean - 7 nights
Naples - Livorno - Marseille - Barcelona - La Goulette - Palermo - Naples
From £839 pp
Every Saturday from 24/4/27 to 6/11/27
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
Mediterranean - 7 nights
Livorno - Marseille - Barcelona - La Goulette - Palermo - Naples - Livorno
From £839 pp
Every Sunday from 25/4/27 to 7/11/27
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
Mediterranean - 7 nights
Marseille - Barcelona - La Goulette - Palermo - Naples - Livorno - Marseille
From £839 pp
Every Monday from 26/4/27 to 8/11/27
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*
Mediterranean - 7 nights
Barcelona - La Goulette - Palermo - Naples - Livorno Marseille - Barcelona
From £749 pp
Every Tuesday from 27/4/27 to 9/11/27
*Price based on two adults sharing and inside cabin - subject to change & availability*