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MSC Grandiosa itinerary map for September 28, 2024 (7 nights)
MSC Grandiosa itinerary map for September 28, 2024 (7 nights)
7 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Naples, Italy
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MSC Grandiosa
September 28, 2024

7-Night Western Mediterranean aboard MSC Grandiosa · Departing September 28, 2024 from the Port of Naples, Italy.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the Grandiosa departs from Naples, Italy on Saturday, September 28, 2024 and returns on Saturday, Oct 5th. September weather across this route averages 95°/52°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.1 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports. Balcony cabins rose $175 on Sep 30.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
6.1OUT OF 10
CAUTION TIER
Safer than 61% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
7
night cruise
Sat → Sat
02
Naples
departure port
Italy
03
6
port stops
Mediterranean
04
1
sea day
Day 5
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

The MSC Grandiosa, operated by MSC Cruise Line, sets sail on Saturday, September 28, 2024 from Naples, Italy for a 7-night Western Mediterranean cruise. This itinerary includes 6 unique port stops and 1 day at sea. September weather across the route averages 95°F highs and 52°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 6.1 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this MSC Grandiosa sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

MSC Grandiosa September 28, 2024 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MSC Grandiosa September 28, 2024 Price & Tracking

MSC GRANDIOSA·SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Grandiosa cruise ship departing September 28, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $992 ($142 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $923 ($132 per night), this represents a recent increase of 7%.

MSC Grandiosa cruise departing September 28, 20247-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $992 ($142 per night). Average price: $923.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
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This cabin
Avg $923
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
MSC Grandiosa · September 28, 2024
$992
$142 per night · 7 nights
7% above average
Avg $923

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Naples Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapSEPTEMBER 28, 2024
The MSC Grandiosa sails on September 28, 2024 for a 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Naples Roundtrip) (Naples Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Naples, Italy at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Naples, Italy on Oct 5th at 6:30 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MSC Grandiosa will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 day at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
MSC Grandiosa
SEPTEMBER 28, 2024
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7 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · NAPLES
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Naples Roundtrip) Port List

MSC Grandiosa·September 28, 2024
Naples, Italy — Day 1 of MSC Grandiosa September 28, 2024 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·SEP 28

Naples

Italy
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
5:00 PM

Naples, Italy, offers docking at Naples Port. Travelers explore Pompeii ruins and Royal Palace. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell margherita pizza. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes spaghetti alle vongole, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like cameo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Naples’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic islands, making Naples an engaging destination for exploration.

Livorno, Florence, Italy — Day 2 of MSC Grandiosa September 28, 2024 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
SUNDAY·SEP 29

Livorno

Florence, Italy
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
8:00 PM

Livorno, Florence, Italy, offers docking at Livorno Port with excursions to Florence. Travelers explore Florence’s Duomo and Uffizi Gallery. Excursions visit Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Local markets sell ribollita. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Renaissance art and Tuscan vistas. Dining onboard includes bistecca alla fiorentina, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like leather crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Medici history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Livorno’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic art and scenic hills, making Livorno an engaging destination.

Marseille (Provence), France — Day 3 of MSC Grandiosa September 28, 2024 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
MONDAY·SEP 30

Marseille (Provence)

France
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
10:00 AM
7:00 PM

Marseille (Provence), France, offers docking at Marseille Port. Travelers explore Notre-Dame de la Garde and Vieux-Port. Excursions visit Aix-en-Provence’s lavender fields. Local markets sell bouillabaisse. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures basilicas and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes ratatouille, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Provençal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Marseille’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ports and scenic fields, making Marseille an engaging destination for exploration.

Barcelona, Spain — Day 4 of MSC Grandiosa September 28, 2024 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·OCT 1

Barcelona

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region.

Tunis, Tunisia — Day 6 of MSC Grandiosa September 28, 2024 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·OCT 3

Tunis

Tunisia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Tunis, Tunisia, offers docking at La Goulette Port. Travelers explore Carthage Ruins and Medina of Tunis. Excursions visit Sidi Bou Said’s blue streets. Local markets sell brik. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes couscous, a Tunisian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Phoenician history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance medina walks. Tunis’ historic charm offers a vibrant Tunisian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO sites and cultural markets, making Tunis an engaging destination for exploration.

Palermo, Sicily — Day 7 of MSC Grandiosa September 28, 2024 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
FRIDAY·OCT 4

Palermo

Sicily
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Palermo, Sicily, offers docking at Palermo Port. Travelers explore Palermo Cathedral and Norman Palace. Excursions visit Monreale’s mosaics. Local markets sell arancini. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Arab-Norman architecture and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes caponata, a Sicilian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palermo’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palermo an engaging destination for exploring Sicily’s capital.

// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Naples Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

MSC Grandiosa·September 28, 2024
SEP FORECAST · NAPLES
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
72°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
96°
AVG LOW
49°
AVG RAINFALL
2.7"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT NAPLES
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
72°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

MSC Grandiosa September 28, 2024 Excursions

MSC Grandiosa·September 28, 2024

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
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Browse shore excursions for each port on this MSC Grandiosa itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Naples Roundtrip)

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
CAUTION TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 61% of all cruises
6.1/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN06 PORTS
01

Naples 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyCAUTION

Travelers in Naples should stay vigilant against petty crime and be cautious of traffic while exploring the city.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Livorno 🇮🇹

Florence, Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant against pickpocketing and bag snatching in crowded areas while enjoying the attractions in Livorno and Florence.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Marseille (Provence) 🇫🇷

France · FranceCAUTION

Travelers in Marseille should stay vigilant in certain neighborhoods due to higher crime rates and secure their belongings in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Barcelona 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Tunis 🌍

Tunisia · TunisiaCAUTION

Travelers should stay vigilant in Tunis due to moderate crime, especially outside tourist zones, and remain aware of political instability.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Palermo 🇮🇹

Sicily · ItalyCAUTION

Travelers in Palermo should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, keeping belongings secure and being aware of their surroundings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MSC Grandiosa Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsMSC
MSC Grandiosa
MSC · MERAVIGLIA PLUS
CHRISTENED
2019
STATEROOMS
2,415
TONNAGE
181,541GT
33.1% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 136,380 GT
YEAR BUILT
2019
6 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2013
LENGTH
1,087ft
5.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 1,030 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
6,334cruisers
41.0% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 4,494 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The MSC Grandiosa has a construction date of 2019 and a total size of 181,541 gross tons. The ship measures 1,087 feet in length. MSC Grandiosa is included in MSC's Meraviglia Plus class. At full capacity, the Grandiosa holds 6,334 passengers. That includes 4,630 cruise vacationers and 1,704 staff members. The Grandiosa total number of staterooms is 2,415.

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// 09 · FAQ

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