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MSC Virtuosa
First launched
2020
First launched
Passengers
4888
Passengers
Ports Visited
61
Ports visited
Cruises from $97 per day
$97
From Price per day
Total Gross Tonnage of MSC Virtuosa
181,541
Gross Tonnage

MSC Virtuosa Cruises

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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. Read more

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

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. Read more

    There are formal evenings, special meals and times for children, dietary options (ordered before the cruise), and in-cabin Continental Breakfast (some classes pay). The casual Buffet Restaurant is open 20 hours daily. Pizzas and fast food is always on the menu.

  • 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
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    • 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. Read more

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

  • 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

    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

    • Kids activities on the MSC Virtuosa
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    • Kids activities on the MSC Virtuosa
    • Kids activities on the MSC Virtuosa
    • 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

Customer cruise ship ratings

MSC Virtuosa has an average of 2 Stars based on 1 Guest Review

  • Overall
    2
  • Cabin
    5
  • Dining
    5
  • Entertainment
    5
  • Service
    5

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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    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- Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar- Wi-Fi access available (additional fees may apply)- ZOE - in-cabin bluetooth speaker- Accommodates up to 6 guests- Approx. 269 sq. ft.- Located on decks 9-11

  • Balcony

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    Cabin Types

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

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    Enjoy the sun and ocean breeze from your private balcony.- Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request- Balcony- Sitting area with sofa- Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar- Wi-Fi access available (additional fees may apply)- ZOE - in-cabin bluetooth speaker- Approx. 183 sq.ft. with a balcony that is approx. 65 sq.ft.- Located on decks 11-13

  • Suite

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    SXJ, SLJ, SL1

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    Enjoy an elegant suite with more space, a large private balcony and exclusive benefits.- Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request- 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 (additional fees may apply)- ZOE - in-cabin bluetooth speaker- Approx. 420 sq.ft. with a balcony that is approx. 388 sq.ft.- Located on deck 12

  • Yacht Club Suite

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    Cabin Types

    YC3, YC1, YIN, YJD

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    Enjoy privacy and exclusivity in MSC Yacht Club with a private restaurant, pool, lounge and more.- Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request- Balcony with private whirlpool bath and dining table- Separate living area and dining room- Walk-in closet- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar- Wi-Fi access available (additional fees may apply)- ZOE - in-cabin bluetooth speaker- Approx. 624 sq. ft. with a balcony that is approx. 753 sq. ft.- Located on deck 15

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
09 Dec 2023 Dubai,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dammam,Doha,Dubai Dubai $2284
10 Dec 2023 Qatar, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates Doha $0
10 Dec 2023 Doha,Bahrain,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dubai,Dubai Doha $409
13 Dec 2023 United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain Abu Dhabi $4164
16 Dec 2023 Dubai,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dammam,Doha,Dubai Dubai $4164
17 Dec 2023 Qatar, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates Doha $1104
20 Dec 2023 United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain Abu Dhabi $0
23 Dec 2023 Dubai,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dammam,Doha,Dubai Dubai $1454
23 Dec 2023 United Arab Emirates, Qatar Dubai $99
24 Dec 2023 Qatar, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates Doha $1454
27 Dec 2023 United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain Abu Dhabi $0
30 Dec 2023 Dubai,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dammam,Doha,Dubai Dubai $1754
31 Dec 2023 Qatar, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates Doha $1644
03 Jan 2024 United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain Abu Dhabi $0
06 Jan 2024 Dubai,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dammam,Doha,Dubai Dubai $1104
07 Jan 2024 Qatar, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates Doha $1104
10 Jan 2024 United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain Abu Dhabi $4164
13 Jan 2024 Dubai,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dammam,Doha,Dubai Dubai $1104
14 Jan 2024 Qatar, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates Doha $1104
17 Jan 2024 United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain Abu Dhabi $1214
20 Jan 2024 Dubai,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dammam,Doha,Dubai Dubai $1104
21 Jan 2024 Qatar, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates Doha $1364
24 Jan 2024 United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain Abu Dhabi $1694
27 Jan 2024 Dubai,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dammam,Doha,Dubai Dubai $1104
28 Jan 2024 Qatar, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates Doha $1214
31 Jan 2024 United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain Abu Dhabi $1154
03 Feb 2024 Dubai,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dammam,Doha,Dubai Dubai $1154
04 Feb 2024 Qatar, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates Doha $1264
07 Feb 2024 United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain Abu Dhabi $1154
10 Feb 2024 Dubai,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dammam,Doha,Dubai Dubai $1154
11 Feb 2024 Qatar, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates Doha $1384
14 Feb 2024 United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain Abu Dhabi $1384
17 Feb 2024 Dubai,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dammam,Doha,Dubai Dubai $1154
18 Feb 2024 Qatar, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates Doha $1154
24 Feb 2024 Dubai,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dammam,Doha,Dubai Dubai $1204
25 Feb 2024 Qatar, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates Doha $1204
28 Feb 2024 United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain Abu Dhabi $1434
02 Mar 2024 Dubai,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dammam,Doha,Dubai Dubai $1204
03 Mar 2024 Qatar, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates Doha $1434
06 Mar 2024 United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain Abu Dhabi $1434
09 Mar 2024 Dubai,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dammam,Doha,Dubai Dubai $1204
10 Mar 2024 Qatar, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates Doha $1314
13 Mar 2024 United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain Abu Dhabi $1204
16 Mar 2024 Dubai,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dammam,Doha,Dubai Dubai $1204
17 Mar 2024 Qatar, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates Doha $1204
20 Mar 2024 United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain Abu Dhabi $1704
23 Mar 2024 Dubai,Abu Dhabi,Sir Bani Yas,Dammam,Doha,Dubai Dubai $1254
24 Mar 2024 Qatar, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates Doha $1254
27 Mar 2024 United Arab Emirates, Qatar Abu Dhabi $1044
30 Mar 2024 Dubai,Dubai,Abu Dhabi,Muscat,Safaga,Suez Canal Sou Dubai $1279
30 Mar 2024 Dubai,Abu Dhabi,Muscat,Safaga,Suez Canal South,Sue Dubai $1929
31 Mar 2024 Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Oman, Egypt, Greece, Doha $1839
31 Mar 2024 Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Oman, Egypt, Malta, S Doha $1529
01 Apr 2024 Abu Dhabi,Muscat,Safaga,Suez Canal South,Suez Cana Abu Dhabi $1779
16 Apr 2024 Barcelona,Cadiz,Vigo,Southampton Barcelona $584
22 Apr 2024 Southampton,Vigo,Funchal,Las Palmas de G.Canaria,S Southampton $1629
04 May 2024 Southampton,St Peter Port,Southampton Southampton $344
06 May 2024 Southampton,Zeebrugge,Cherbourg,Southampton Southampton $929
09 May 2024 Southampton,St Peter Port,Southampton Southampton $639
11 May 2024 Southampton,Lerwick,Haugesund,Flaam,Kristiansand,S Southampton $1309
18 May 2024 Southampton,Lerwick,Nordfjordeid,Flaam,Kristiansan Southampton $1309
25 May 2024 Southampton,St Peter Port,Southampton Southampton $769
27 May 2024 Southampton,Rotterdam,Cork,Falmouth,Southampton Southampton $1189
01 Jun 2024 Southampton,Flaam,Hellesylt/Geiranger,Alesund,Akur Southampton $559
03 Jun 2024 United Kingdom, Spain, Portugal Southampton $2589
15 Jun 2024 Southampton,Stavanger,Olden,Flaam,Haugesund,Southa Southampton $1469
22 Jun 2024 Southampton,La Rochelle,Bilbao,La Coruna,Cherbourg Southampton $1229
29 Jun 2024 Southampton,La Coruna,Cadiz,Malaga,Alicante,Palma Southampton $1189
04 Jul 2024 United Kingdom, France Southampton $559
06 Jul 2024 United Kingdom, France, Spain Southampton $1229
13 Jul 2024 Southampton,La Coruna,Cadiz,Malaga,Alicante,Palma Southampton $2839
27 Jul 2024 Southampton,La Coruna,Cadiz,Malaga,Alicante,Palma Southampton $2839
10 Aug 2024 Southampton,Vigo,Funchal,Las Palmas de G.Canaria,S Southampton $2399
22 Aug 2024 Southampton,St Peter Port,Southampton Southampton $899
24 Aug 2024 Southampton,Haugesund,Maloy,Flaam,Kristiansand,Sou Southampton $1519
31 Aug 2024 Southampton,Haugesund,Alesund,Flaam,Stavanger,Sout Southampton $1359
07 Sep 2024 Southampton,Lisbon,Cadiz,Casablanca,Arrecife de La Southampton $2159
21 Sep 2024 Southampton,Cherbourg,Zeebrugge,Southampton Southampton $899
24 Sep 2024 Southampton,Cork,Portland,Southampton Southampton $989
28 Sep 2024 Southampton,La Coruna,Cadiz,Malaga,Alicante,Palma Southampton $2269
12 Oct 2024 Southampton,Cork,Portland,Southampton Southampton $989
16 Oct 2024 Southampton,Cherbourg,Zeebrugge,Southampton Southampton $989
20 Oct 2024 Southampton,Rotterdam,Cork,Falmouth,Southampton Southampton $1069
25 Oct 2024 Southampton,Lisbon,Cadiz,Casablanca,Arrecife de La Southampton $2139
08 Nov 2024 United Kingdom, France, Portugal, Virgin Islands ( Southampton $2809
08 Nov 2024 United Kingdom, France, Portugal, Virgin Islands ( Southampton $1849
08 Nov 2024 Southampton,Le Havre,Ponta Delgada,Ponta Delgada,R Southampton $0
08 Nov 2024 United Kingdom, France, Portugal, Virgin Islands ( Southampton $1899
09 Nov 2024 Le Havre,Ponta Delgada,Ponta Delgada,Road Town,Phi Le Havre $1849
09 Nov 2024 Le Havre,Ponta Delgada,Ponta Delgada,Road Town,Phi Le Havre $1709
23 Nov 2024 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Castries,Bridgetown, Fort-de-France $2559
23 Nov 2024 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Castries,Bridgetown, Fort-de-France $1199
24 Nov 2024 Pointe-a-Pitre,Castries,Bridgetown,Kingstown,Saint Pointe-a-Pitre $1199
26 Nov 2024 Bridgetown,Kingstown,Saint George,Fort de France,P Bridgetown $0
30 Nov 2024 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,Philipsbur Fort-de-France $1299
30 Nov 2024 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,Philipsbur Fort-de-France $2599
01 Dec 2024 Pointe-a-Pitre,Road Town,Philipsburg,Basseterre,St Pointe-a-Pitre $1299
07 Dec 2024 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Kingstown ,Bridgetow Fort-de-France $1299
07 Dec 2024 Fort de France,Pointe-a-Pitre,Kingstown,Bridgetown Fort-de-France $2699
08 Dec 2024 Pointe-a-Pitre,Kingstown,Bridgetown,Saint George,C Pointe-a-Pitre $1299

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