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MSC Virtuosa
First launched
2020
First launched
Passengers
4888
Passengers
Ports Visited
55
Ports visited
Cruises from $108 per day
$108
From Price per day
Total Gross Tonnage of MSC Virtuosa
181,541
Gross Tonnage

MSC Virtuosa Cruises

The newest ship in the fleet, arriving in late 2020 the MSC Virtuosa is also one of the largest ships in the fleet at 181,541 GT she carries a total of 6334 passengers.A new feature with MSC Virtuosa is the extended interior Promenade, with cafes, bars and shops, and overhead the entire ceiling is a 95m by 6m LED screen displaying panoramas and the night sky. Another is the ‘Near Field Communication’ system, whereby a wrist bracelet, smart phone or key card gives you access to booking facilities, dining, accounts, and location of family members. Also new is a modern Fine Arts Museum. The large ship offers more guest space in public areas. Attractions available on board will include a choice of 12 different dining venues, an authentic Balinese Spa, the DOREMI Studio Lounge offering family activities, a pool deck, and 24-hour butler service. The ship will also be home to two new shows from Cirque du Soleil at Sea that were created exclusively for MSC passengers. The vessel will feature innovations including hybrid power systems, state-of-the art waste management and emission-reducing energy and heat recovery systems.

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The digital cruise assistant, Zoe, is a voice-enabled Artificial Intelligence device fitted in every cabin.

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Ship Specification

Maiden voyage: 2020
Number of decks: 14
Tonnage: 181541
Cabins: 444
Passengers: 4888
Number of crew: 1700
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Onboard Experience

  • Dining

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    There will be at least 12 distinct dining venues. The principal dining rooms serve Mediterranean and International cuisines, with open seating for breakfast and lunch, and two seatings for dinner. Dine at fixed times and tables, or change your time daily. Yacht Club guests have their own dining area. There are formal evenings, special meals and times for children, dietary options (ordered before the cruise), and in-cabin Continental Breakfast (some classes pay).

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    The casual Buffet Restaurant is open 20 hours daily. Pizzas and fast food is always on the menu.

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  • Bars

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    MSC Virtuosa boasts a variety of stylish bars, cafes and lounges to suit every taste. So whatever the moment, whatever your mood, you’ll always find the ideal place to relax and enjoy a refreshing drink, accompanied by some live entertainment.

  • Entertainment

    • Entertainment on the MSC Virtuosa
    • Entertainment on the MSC Virtuosa
    • Entertainment on the MSC Virtuosa

    The line offers a rich program of shows in its two-decked main theatre: Broadway and Las Vegas-style theatrical performances, live music and nightlife. Fast-moving commentary comes in up to six languages. Many productions will be visual rather than spoken. MSC Virtuosa will feature shows from Cirque du Soleil in the Carousel Lounge, with two performances nightly in the circular theatre, along with dining.

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    The ship will have a number of bands and small ensembles to provide music for dancing and background.

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  • Activities

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    In addition to two exclusive new shows from Cirque du Soleil at Sea, MSC Virtuosa will offer a superb choice of entertainment for the whole family, from days in the water park or sports center to evenings in the super-amusement park or the multi-purpose karaoke bar, comedy club, TV studio & bar.

  • Health & Fitness

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    • Fitness on the MSC Virtuosa
    • Fitness on the MSC Virtuosa
    • Fitness on the MSC Virtuosa

    MSC Aurea Spa with its thermal area, professional massages, body treatments, facials and beauty services. Panoramic gym equipped with the latest Technogym machines, 5 outstanding pools and the Top 19 exclusive solarium

  • Kids

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    • Kids activities on the MSC Virtuosa

    Youngsters access brand products from LEGO and Chicco. The double-deck indoor Amusement Park and outdoor Aqua Park are adjoining, and certainly will become the focus for younger ones. MSC strongly promotes family and child activities.

  • Inclusions

    • Activities - organised & individual
    • All main meals on-board
    • Butler & valet services (select cabins)
    • Captain's welcome cocktail party and Gala Evening
    • Coffee, tea & milk 24 hrs
    • Cruise Director & all English speaking staff
    • Entertainment - live music and/or shows, movies
    • In-cabin continental breakfast for higher classes
    • Kids clubs & teen programs (3-17 yrs)
    • Service charge: Up to €0/USD12.50/AUD18 (12 & over) daily, child over 1 pay half. Ask about pre-payment.
    • Ship-shore-ship transfers
    • Traditional/set time & multi-venue dining
    • Under 12s sharing cabin w/ 2 adults: ask about free travel (pay port dues)
    • Use of ship facilities - indoor & outdoor

Destination & Ports

Visited Ports

Highlights

  • One of the highlights of MSC Virtuosa’s onboard entertainment will be the two brand new Cirque du Soleil at Sea shows, created exclusively for MSC Cruises’ guests.

  • MSC Virtuosa gives guests the best experience with its expanding digital offer, spearheaded by MSC for Me and our digital cruise assistant, Zoe.

  • With about 10 sq. m. of public space per guest, poolside space on MSC Virtuosa is some of the most plentiful to be found at sea.

Cabins

MSC Virtuosa offers four accommodation grades, price based on the features offered: Bella, Fantastica, Aurea, and Yacht Club. There are 10 stateroom classes, all of which have beds that can be either single or double, spacious wardrobe, bathroom with shower, interactive television, telephone, Wi-Fi connection (pay), mini-bar, safe and air-conditioning. Suites have a whirlpool bath. Deluxe suites add a Nespresso machine. Families also have the choice of two or three interconnecting rooms, for 6 to 10 occupants.

There are five types of suites: Suite with angled balcony, Duplex suites over two levels with private whirlpool baths, Yacht Club Interior, and Yacht Club Royal that has a dining table. MSC Yacht Club guests have access to the luxurious MSC Yacht Club facilities, entirely self-contained with restaurants, a solarium with its own pool, a private lounge and fascinating suites with private whirlpool baths.)

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  • Interior

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    Cabin Types

    OL2, OR1, OM2, OO, OB, IR2, IR1, IS, IB

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    Surface approx. 269 sq. ft., deck 9-11Window with sea viewRelaxing armchairBathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryerComfortable double or single beds (on request)Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibarCan accomodate up to 6 peopleZOE - in-cabin Bluetooth speakerThe image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

  • Balcony

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    Cabin Types

    BA, BR3, BR2, BR1, BP, BS, BB

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    Surface approx. 183 sq.ft. with a balcony that is approx. 65 sq.ft., deck 11-13Sitting 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 minibarZOE - in-cabin Bluetooth speakerThe image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

  • Suite

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    SXJ, SLJ, SL1

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    Surface approx. 420 sq.ft. with a balcony that is approx. 388 sq.ft. with its own private whirlpool bath, deck 12Walk-in Wardrobe. Setting Area with double sofa bed.Bathroom with shower vanity area with hairdryers.Double bed can be converted into two single beds (on request).Interactive TV, telephone and safe.Wifi connection available (for a fee).Mini bar. Air conditioning.Size, layout and furniture may vary from that shown (within the same cabin category).ZOE - in-cabin Bluetooth speakerThe image is representative only.

  • Yacht Club Suite

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    Cabin Types

    YC3, YC1, YIN, YJD

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    Surface approx. 624 sq. ft. with a balcony that is approx. 753 sq. ft., Deck 15 Balcony with private whirlpool bath and dining table Separate living area and dining roomWalk-in wardrobesBathroom with tub and shower, vanity area with hairdryerComfortable double or single beds (on request)Wifi connection includedInteractive TV, telephone,safe and minibarZOE - in-cabin Bluetooth speakerDiscover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge Premium Extra Drink and Premium Internet packages included Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA Discounts: 20% on a dedicated Specialty Restaurant prepaid package; 40% on a dedicated SPA prepaid package and 10% on all SPA treatments on board. 1 Free cruise changeThe image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

Deck Plans for MSC Virtuosa

Legend

  • Sofa bed
  • 3rd bed is a pullman bed
  • 3rd & 4th beds are pullman beds
  • Connecting staterooms
  • Sofa converts into bunk bed (3rd and 4th beds)
  • Cabin for guests with reduced mobility
  • Jacuzzi / Whirlpool
  • Obstructed views
  • Staterooms with metal balcony
  • Staterooms with partial metal/partial glass balconies

MSC Virtuosa Cruise Calendar

Date Title Departs Prices From
18 May 2024 United Kingdom, Norway Southampton $1255
25 May 2024 United Kingdom, France Southampton $0
27 May 2024 United Kingdom, Netherlands, Ireland Southampton $0
01 Jun 2024 United Kingdom, France, Spain, Portugal, Denmark, Southampton $0
01 Jun 2024 United Kingdom, France Southampton $635
03 Jun 2024 United Kingdom, Spain, Portugal Southampton $1975
15 Jun 2024 United Kingdom, Denmark, Norway, Belgium Southampton $1455
22 Jun 2024 United Kingdom, France, Spain Southampton $1245
29 Jun 2024 United Kingdom, France, Belgium, Netherlands Southampton $1279
04 Jul 2024 United Kingdom, France Southampton $565
06 Jul 2024 United Kingdom, France, Spain Southampton $1245
13 Jul 2024 United Kingdom, Spain, Portugal Southampton $2181
27 Jul 2024 United Kingdom, Spain, Portugal Southampton $2341
10 Aug 2024 United Kingdom, Spain, Portugal Southampton $2355
22 Aug 2024 United Kingdom, France Southampton $935
24 Aug 2024 United Kingdom, Norway Southampton $1405
31 Aug 2024 United Kingdom, Norway Southampton $1245
07 Sep 2024 United Kingdom, Portugal, Spain, Morocco Southampton $2341
21 Sep 2024 United Kingdom, France, Belgium Southampton $953
24 Sep 2024 United Kingdom, Ireland Southampton $1061
28 Sep 2024 United Kingdom, Spain, Portugal Southampton $1841
12 Oct 2024 United Kingdom, Ireland Southampton $1061
16 Oct 2024 United Kingdom, France, Belgium Southampton $1061
20 Oct 2024 United Kingdom, Netherlands, Ireland Southampton $1159
25 Oct 2024 United Kingdom, Portugal, Spain, Morocco Southampton $1841
08 Nov 2024 United Kingdom, France, Portugal, Virgin Islands ( Southampton $2455
08 Nov 2024 United Kingdom, France, Portugal, Virgin Islands ( Southampton $1519
08 Nov 2024 United Kingdom, France, Portugal, Virgin Islands ( Southampton $0
08 Nov 2024 United Kingdom, France, Portugal, Virgin Islands ( Southampton $0
08 Nov 2024 Southampton,Le Havre Southampton $198
09 Nov 2024 Le Havre,Ponta Delgada,Ponta Delgada,Road Town,Phi Le Havre $1519
09 Nov 2024 Le Havre,Ponta Delgada,Ponta Delgada,Road Town,Phi Le Havre $1361
23 Nov 2024 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Castries,Bridgetown, Fort-de-France $1385
24 Nov 2024 Pointe-a-Pitre,Castries,Bridgetown,Kingstown,Saint Pointe-a-Pitre $1645
30 Nov 2024 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,Philipsbur Fort-de-France $1485
01 Dec 2024 Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,Philipsburg,Basseterre,St Pointe-a-Pitre $1615
07 Dec 2024 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Kingstown ,Bridgetow Fort-de-France $1485
08 Dec 2024 Pointe-a-Pitre,Kingstown,Bridgetown,Saint George,C Pointe-a-Pitre $1615
14 Dec 2024 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,Philipsbur Fort-de-France $2485
15 Dec 2024 Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,Philipsburg,Basseterre,St Pointe-a-Pitre $1685
21 Dec 2024 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Kingstown ,Bridgetow Fort-de-France $2865
22 Dec 2024 Pointe-a-Pitre,Kingstown,Bridgetown,Castries,Saint Pointe-a-Pitre $2635
28 Dec 2024 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,Basseterre Fort-de-France $3295
29 Dec 2024 Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,Basseterre,St John s,Phil Pointe-a-Pitre $2935
04 Jan 2025 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Castries,Bridgetown, Fort-de-France $2005
05 Jan 2025 Pointe-a-Pitre,Castries,Bridgetown,Kingstown,Saint Pointe-a-Pitre $1526
11 Jan 2025 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,Philipsbur Fort-de-France $1865
12 Jan 2025 Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,Philipsburg,St John s,Bas Pointe-a-Pitre $1685
18 Jan 2025 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Castries,Bridgetown, Fort-de-France $1865
19 Jan 2025 Pointe-a-Pitre,Castries,Bridgetown,Kingstown,Saint Pointe-a-Pitre $1585
25 Jan 2025 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Philipsburg,St John Fort-de-France $1535
26 Jan 2025 Pointe-a-Pitre,Philipsburg,St John s,Basseterre,Ro Pointe-a-Pitre $1635
01 Feb 2025 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Roseau,Bridgetown,Ki Fort-de-France $1965
02 Feb 2025 Pointe-a-Pitre,Roseau,Bridgetown,Kingstown,Saint G Pointe-a-Pitre $1735
08 Feb 2025 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Philipsburg,Road Tow Fort-de-France $2165
09 Feb 2025 Pointe-a-Pitre,Philipsburg,Road Town,St John s,Bas Pointe-a-Pitre $1885
15 Feb 2025 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Castries,Bridgetown, Fort-de-France $2065
16 Feb 2025 Pointe-a-Pitre,Castries,Bridgetown,Kingstown,Saint Pointe-a-Pitre $1885
22 Feb 2025 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,Philipsbur Fort-de-France $0
23 Feb 2025 Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,Philipsburg,Basseterre,St Pointe-a-Pitre $1915
01 Mar 2025 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Castries,Bridgetown, Fort-de-France $0
02 Mar 2025 Pointe-a-Pitre,Castries,Bridgetown,Kingstown,Saint Pointe-a-Pitre $1765
08 Mar 2025 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,Philipsbur Fort-de-France $2005
09 Mar 2025 Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,Philipsburg,Basseterre,St Pointe-a-Pitre $1735
15 Mar 2025 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Castries,Bridgetown, Fort-de-France $1635
16 Mar 2025 Pointe-a-Pitre,Castries,Bridgetown,Kingstown,Saint Pointe-a-Pitre $1735
22 Mar 2025 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,Philipsbur Fort-de-France $1635
23 Mar 2025 Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,Philipsburg,Basseterre,St Pointe-a-Pitre $1735
29 Mar 2025 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Castries,Bridgetown, Fort-de-France $2015
29 Mar 2025 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Castries,Bridgetown, Fort-de-France $0
30 Mar 2025 Pointe-a-Pitre,Castries,Bridgetown,Kingstown,Saint Pointe-a-Pitre $1735
01 Apr 2025 Bridgetown,Kingstown,Saint George,Fort de France,P Bridgetown $2839
05 Apr 2025 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Philipsburg,Ponta De Fort-de-France $1939
05 Apr 2025 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Philipsburg,Ponta De Fort-de-France $1347
05 Apr 2025 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Philipsburg,Ponta De Fort-de-France $2007
06 Apr 2025 Pointe-a-Pitre,Philipsburg,Ponta Delgada,Lisbon,La Pointe-a-Pitre $1781
16 Apr 2025 Lisbon,La Coruna,Le Havre,Southampton Lisbon $0
20 Apr 2025 Le Havre,Southampton Le Havre $257
21 Apr 2025 Southampton,Lisbon,Funchal,Las Palmas de G.Canaria Southampton $2445
03 May 2025 Southampton,Zeebrugge,Southampton Southampton $515
05 May 2025 Southampton,Rotterdam,Southampton Southampton $823
08 May 2025 Southampton,Zeebrugge,Southampton Southampton $515
10 May 2025 Southampton,Haugesund,Maloy,Flaam,Kristiansand,Sou Southampton $1775
17 May 2025 United Kingdom, Norway Southampton $1775
24 May 2025 United Kingdom, France Southampton $575
26 May 2025 United Kingdom, Belgium, Netherlands, France Southampton $1439
31 May 2025 United Kingdom, France, Spain Southampton $1875
07 Jun 2025 United Kingdom, France Southampton $745
09 Jun 2025 United Kingdom, Netherlands, Ireland Southampton $1509
14 Jun 2025 United Kingdom, Norway Southampton $1855
21 Jun 2025 United Kingdom, Norway, Belgium Southampton $1855
28 Jun 2025 United Kingdom, France, Belgium, Netherlands Southampton $1509
03 Jul 2025 United Kingdom, France Southampton $615
05 Jul 2025 United Kingdom, France, Spain Southampton $1855
12 Jul 2025 Southampton,La Coruna,Cadiz,Malaga,Alicante,Palma Southampton $3901
26 Jul 2025 Southampton,La Coruna,Cadiz,Malaga,Alicante,Palma Southampton $4281
09 Aug 2025 Southampton,Lisbon,Funchal,Las Palmas de G.Canaria Southampton $3825
21 Aug 2025 United Kingdom, France Southampton $615
23 Aug 2025 Southampton,Haugesund,Nordfjordeid,Flaam,Kristians Southampton $2225
30 Aug 2025 Southampton,Haugesund,Maloy,Flaam,Kristiansand,Sou Southampton $1975

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