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MSC Opera
Last refurbished
2015
Last refurbished
Passengers
2142
Passengers
Ports Visited
22
Ports visited
Cruises from $77 per day
$77
From Price per day
Total Gross Tonnage of MSC Opera
65,591
Gross Tonnage

MSC Opera Cruises

3.8
(from 4 verified customers)

MSC Opera has been in service since 2004. In July 2015 she returned from a refit with more balcony cabins, public areas, restaurants, and kids’ areas. Extended by 24m, at 65,000 GT, with 194 cabins added, she now carries 2142 passengers.

A refined style, precious materials and attention to detail make MSC Opera a cruise ship that really is something to sing about! Built along more classic lines than her sisters in the Musica and Fantasia classes, making a special atmosphere onboard while enabling you to visit those destinations that are inaccessible to larger vessels.

Ship Specification

Maiden voyage: 2004
Number of decks: 10
Tonnage: 65591
Cabins: 1071
Passengers: 2142
Number of crew: 721
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Onboard Experience

  • Dining

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    • Dining on the MSC Opera
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    • Dining on the MSC Opera

    The principal dining room is La Caravella Restaurant, with open seating for breakfast and lunch, and two seatings for dinner. The alternative specialty restaurant is Kaito, an authentic Japanese venue with an extensive, outstanding menu. Le Vele Cafeteria is a casual, self-serve, 24-hour buffet. There is also a grill and pizzeria. Read more

    A number of other cafés are located around the ship.

  • Bars

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    • Bar on the MSC Opera
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    • Bar on the MSC Opera

    For coffee and pastries head for The Coffee Corner. There are eight themed bars that include La Cabala Lounge, a piano lounge, and Sotto Vento Pub.

  • Entertainment

    • Entertainment on the MSC Opera
    • Entertainment on the MSC Opera
    • Entertainment on the MSC Opera
    • Entertainment on the MSC Opera

    The two-deck Theatre presents productions shows, cabaret, plays and other theatrical presentations. Some productions may be short, just 30 minutes. Entertainment includes the Opera Lounge for social dancing, the Byblos Discotheque, an extensive Internet café; and the Monte Carlo Casino. The ship has a number of bands and small ensembles to provide music for dancing and background.

  • Activities

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    • Activities on the MSC Opera
    • Activities on the MSC Opera
    • Activities on the MSC Opera

    Choose from a superb selection of leisure and entertainment options throughout each day and night of your cruise. From watching spectacular shows or playing video games to shopping or working out, you’ll always be able to find the ideal activity to satisfy your desire.

  • Health & Fitness

    • Fitness on the MSC Opera
    • Fitness on the MSC Opera
    • Fitness on the MSC Opera
    • Fitness on the MSC Opera
    • Fitness on the MSC Opera
    • Fitness on the MSC Opera

    There are plenty of options for fitness and fun on board, with a double pool complex complete with whirlpool baths, a gym, power walking track, minigolf, shuffleboard, sauna, Turkish bath and the MSC Aurea Spa wellness center offering superb massages.

  • Kids

    • Kids activities on the MSC Opera
    • Kids activities on the MSC Opera
    • Kids activities on the MSC Opera
    • Kids activities on the MSC Opera
    • Kids activities on the MSC Opera

    Youngsters can access brand products from LEGO and Chicco. The Amusement Park and Aqua Park are adjoining, and certainly will become the focus for younger ones.

  • 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

Customer cruise ship ratings

MSC Opera has an average of 3.8 Stars based on 4 Guest Reviews

  • Overall
    3.8
  • Cabin
    3.8
  • Dining
    4.2
  • Entertainment
    3.2
  • Service
    4.2

Destination & Ports

Visited Ports

Highlights

  • There’s a world of new experiences to discover on board, day after day, moment after moment. Because MSC Opera is the ship that suits you.

  • In addition to all the features of ‘Bella’ and ‘Fantastica’, the ‘Aurea’ Experience offers a series of relaxing benefits for body and soul.

  • A new shopping area named WALK THROUGH SHOPS will be opened on deck 6.

Cabins

Two-thirds of the cabins have an outside view, and of these just one-quarter have a private balcony. Interior and Ocean View cabins are small at 12.9 sq.m. All cabins have interactive television, air-conditioning, telephone, hairdryer, mini-bar/fridge, safe, wardrobe, bathroom with shower, and cotton towels. Two single beds can be converted to a double bed. Outside cabins have a large rectangular viewing window.

The 132 suites with private balcony come with a large double bed, a sitting area with sofa, a substantial walk-in wardrobe, bathrobes, a well-stocked mini-bar, and an expanded bathroom with tub. The suites are well laid out and nicely furnished. Many ‘Ocean View’ cabins on deck 7 have obstructed views, so be alert to this. For all cabins continental breakfast is complimentary from 7.30 to 10 am, while room service snacks can be bought at other times, but there is a per-item charge for other orders. For suites, a basket of fruit is provided at embarkation, and replenished daily. There are five cabins that are wheelchair accessible, and no single cabins.)

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  • Inside

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    Cabin Types

    IM2, IM1, IB

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    The comfort and elegance you need to enjoy your cruise.- Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request- Relaxing armchair- Spacious closet- Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer- TV, telephone, safe and minibar- Wi-Fi access available (additional fees may apply)- Approx. 140 sq. ft.- Located on decks 9-10

  • Oceanview

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    Cabin Types

    OL1, OX1, OM2, OM1, OO, OB

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    Enjoy the view of the ocean from your stateroom.- Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request- Window with sea view- Relaxing armchair- Spacious closet- Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer- TV, telephone, safe and minibar- Wi-Fi access available (additional fees may apply)- Approx. 237 sq. ft.

  • Balcony

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    Cabin Types

    BA, BM1, BB

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    Relax and enjoy the sun and the ocean breeze from the comfort of your private balcony.- Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request- Balcony- Sitting area with sofa- Spacious closet- Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer- Interactive TV, telephone, save and minibar- Wi-Fi access available (additional fees may apply)- Approx. 140 sq. ft. with a balcony that is approx. 32 sq. ft.- Located on decks 9-10

  • Suite

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    Cabin Types

    SR1

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    Make your cruise memorable in an elegant suite with more living space, a arge private balcony, and exclusive benefits.- Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request- Balcony- Sitting area with sofa- Spacious closet- Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer- Interactive TV, telephone, save and minibar- Wi-Fi access available (additional fees may apply)- Approx. 248 sq. ft. with a balcony that is approx. 54 sq. ft.- Located on deck 12

Deck Plans for MSC Opera

Legend

  • Sofa bed
  • 3rd bed is a pullman bed
  • 3rd & 4th beds are pullman beds
  • Connecting staterooms
  • Cabin for guests with reduced mobility
  • Staterooms with metal balcony
  • Staterooms with partial metal/partial glass balconies
  • Ship configuration may be subject to change depending on the season and on the destination

MSC Opera Cruise Calendar

Date Title Departs Prices From
10 Dec 2023 Dubai,Al Fujayrah,Muscat,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Du Dubai $544
10 Dec 2023 Dubai,Al Fujayrah,Muscat,Abu Dhabi Dubai $394
14 Dec 2023 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,A Abu Dhabi $544
14 Dec 2023 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai Abu Dhabi $344
17 Dec 2023 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai Dubai $544
17 Dec 2023 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi Dubai $394
21 Dec 2023 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai,Al Fujayrah,Mus Abu Dhabi $904
21 Dec 2023 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai Abu Dhabi $494
24 Dec 2023 Dubai,Al Fujayrah,Muscat,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Du Dubai $904
24 Dec 2023 Dubai,Al Fujayrah,Muscat,Abu Dhabi Dubai $604
28 Dec 2023 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,A Abu Dhabi $1094
28 Dec 2023 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai Abu Dhabi $574
31 Dec 2023 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai Dubai $1094
31 Dec 2023 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi Dubai $704
04 Jan 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,A Abu Dhabi $544
04 Jan 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai Abu Dhabi $344
07 Jan 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai Dubai $544
07 Jan 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi Dubai $394
11 Jan 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,A Abu Dhabi $544
11 Jan 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai Abu Dhabi $344
14 Jan 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai Dubai $544
14 Jan 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi Dubai $394
18 Jan 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,A Abu Dhabi $544
18 Jan 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai Abu Dhabi $344
21 Jan 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai Dubai $544
21 Jan 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi Dubai $394
25 Jan 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,A Abu Dhabi $544
25 Jan 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai Abu Dhabi $344
28 Jan 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai Dubai $544
28 Jan 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi Dubai $394
01 Feb 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,A Abu Dhabi $594
01 Feb 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai Abu Dhabi $364
04 Feb 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai Dubai $594
04 Feb 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi Dubai $424
08 Feb 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,A Abu Dhabi $594
08 Feb 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai Abu Dhabi $364
11 Feb 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai Dubai $594
11 Feb 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi Dubai $424
15 Feb 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,A Abu Dhabi $594
15 Feb 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai Abu Dhabi $364
18 Feb 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai Dubai $594
18 Feb 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi Dubai $424
22 Feb 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,A Abu Dhabi $644
22 Feb 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai Abu Dhabi $384
25 Feb 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai Dubai $644
25 Feb 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi Dubai $454
29 Feb 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,A Abu Dhabi $644
29 Feb 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai Abu Dhabi $384
03 Mar 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai Dubai $644
03 Mar 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi Dubai $454
07 Mar 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai,Al Fujayrah,Mus Abu Dhabi $644
07 Mar 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai Abu Dhabi $384
10 Mar 2024 Dubai,Al Fujayrah,Muscat,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Du Dubai $644
10 Mar 2024 Dubai,Al Fujayrah,Muscat,Abu Dhabi Dubai $454
14 Mar 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,A Abu Dhabi $644
14 Mar 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai Abu Dhabi $384
17 Mar 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai Dubai $644
17 Mar 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi Dubai $454
21 Mar 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,A Abu Dhabi $694
21 Mar 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai Abu Dhabi $404
24 Mar 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai Dubai $694
24 Mar 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi Dubai $474
28 Mar 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,A Abu Dhabi $784
28 Mar 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai Abu Dhabi $434
31 Mar 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai Dubai $784
31 Mar 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi Dubai $534
04 Apr 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,A Abu Dhabi $694
04 Apr 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai Abu Dhabi $404
07 Apr 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai Dubai $694
07 Apr 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi Dubai $474
11 Apr 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,A Abu Dhabi $694
11 Apr 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai Abu Dhabi $404
14 Apr 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai Dubai $694
14 Apr 2024 Dubai,Khasab,Muscat,Abu Dhabi Dubai $474
18 Apr 2024 Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai,Dubai,Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi $564
21 Apr 2024 Dubai,Dubai,Abu Dhabi,Muscat,Aqaba,Suez Canal Sout Dubai $1529
21 Apr 2024 Dubai,Abu Dhabi,Muscat,Aqaba,Suez Canal South,Suez Dubai $1419
21 Apr 2024 Dubai,Dubai,Abu Dhabi,Muscat,Aqaba,Suez Canal Sout Dubai $1529
23 Apr 2024 Abu Dhabi,Muscat,Aqaba,Suez Canal South,Suez Canal Abu Dhabi $1629
12 May 2024 Italy, Greece Genoa $939
12 May 2024 Genoa,Heraklion,Santorini,Bari,Piraeus,Kos Island, Genoa $0
12 May 2024 Genoa,Heraklion,Santorini,Bari,Piraeus Genoa $1309
18 May 2024 Bari,Monfalcone,Cefalonia,Heraklion,Santorini,Bari Bari $1299
18 May 2024 Bari,Piraeus,Kos Island,Rhodes,Bodrum Bari $0
18 May 2024 Bari,Piraeus Bari $0
20 May 2024 Piraeus,Kos Island,Rhodes,Bodrum,Bari,Piraeus Athens $1349
23 May 2024 Bodrum,Bari,Piraeus,Kos Island,Rhodes,Bodrum Bodrum $1299
25 May 2024 Bari,Monfalcone,Cefalonia,Heraklion,Santorini,Bari Bari $1349
27 May 2024 Piraeus,Kos Island,Rhodes,Bodrum,Bari,Piraeus Athens $1299
30 May 2024 Bodrum,Bari,Piraeus,Kos Island,Rhodes,Bodrum Bodrum $1299
01 Jun 2024 Bari,Monfalcone,Cefalonia,Heraklion,Santorini,Bari Bari $1419
03 Jun 2024 Piraeus,Kos Island,Rhodes,Bodrum,Bari,Piraeus Athens $1299
06 Jun 2024 Bodrum,Bari,Piraeus,Kos Island,Rhodes,Bodrum Bodrum $1299
08 Jun 2024 Bari,Monfalcone,Cefalonia,Heraklion,Santorini,Bari Bari $1299
10 Jun 2024 Piraeus,Kos Island,Rhodes,Bodrum,Bari,Piraeus Athens $1299
13 Jun 2024 Bodrum,Bari,Piraeus,Kos Island,Rhodes,Bodrum Bodrum $1299
15 Jun 2024 Bari,Monfalcone,Cefalonia,Heraklion,Santorini,Bari Bari $1299
17 Jun 2024 Piraeus,Kos Island,Rhodes,Bodrum,Bari,Piraeus Athens $1299
20 Jun 2024 Bodrum,Bari,Piraeus,Kos Island,Rhodes,Bodrum Bodrum $1299
22 Jun 2024 Bari,Monfalcone,Cefalonia,Heraklion,Santorini,Bari Bari $1299

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