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MSC Lirica itinerary map for March 18, 2025 (7 nights)
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7 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Civitavecchia, Italy
MSCMSC Lirica

MSC Lirica
March 18, 2025

7-Night Western Mediterranean aboard MSC Lirica · Departing March 18, 2025 from the Port of Civitavecchia, Italy.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the Lirica departs from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 and returns on Tuesday, Mar 25th. March weather across this route averages 69°/36°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.1 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports. Suite cabins dropped $224 on Mar 12.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.1OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 71% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
7
night cruise
Tue → Tue
02
Civitavecchia
departure port
Italy
03
6
port stops
Mediterranean
04
1
sea day
Day 6
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

The MSC Lirica, operated by MSC Cruise Line, sets sail on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy for a 7-night Western Mediterranean cruise. This itinerary includes 6 unique port stops and 1 day at sea. March weather across the route averages 69°F highs and 36°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.1 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 Lirica sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

MSC Lirica March 18, 2025 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MSC Lirica March 18, 2025 Price & Tracking

MSC LIRICA·MARCH 18, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Lirica cruise ship departing March 18, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $638 ($92 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $615 ($88 per night), this represents a recent increase of 4%.

MSC Lirica cruise departing March 18, 20257-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $638 ($92 per night). Average price: $615.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
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This cabin
Avg $614
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
MSC Lirica · March 18, 2025
$638
$92 per night · 7 nights
4% above average
Avg $614

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Rome Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMARCH 18, 2025
The MSC Lirica sails on March 18, 2025 for a 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Rome Roundtrip) (Civitavecchia (Rome) Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Mar 25th at 8:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MSC Lirica will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 day at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
MSC Lirica
MARCH 18, 2025
8 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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7 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · CIVITAVECCHIA (ROME)
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Rome Roundtrip) Port List

MSC Lirica·March 18, 2025
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy — Day 1 of MSC Lirica March 18, 2025 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
TUESDAY·MAR 18

Civitavecchia (Rome)

Italy
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 PM

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, offers docking at Civitavecchia Port with excursions to Rome. Travelers explore Colosseum and Pantheon. Excursions visit Vatican City’s Sistine Chapel. Local markets sell gelato. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes carbonara, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like Murano glass, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Civitavecchia’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Civitavecchia an engaging destination.

Livorno, Florence, Italy — Day 2 of MSC Lirica March 18, 2025 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
WEDNESDAY·MAR 19

Livorno

Florence, Italy
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
7:00 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 Lirica March 18, 2025 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
THURSDAY·MAR 20

Marseille (Provence)

France
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
10:00 AM
6:00 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.

Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands — Day 4 of MSC Lirica March 18, 2025 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
FRIDAY·MAR 21

Palma De Mallorca

Balearic Islands
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
12:00 PM
9:00 PM

Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, offers docking at Palma Port. Travelers explore La Seu Cathedral and Bellver Castle. Excursions visit Valldemossa’s monastery. Local markets sell ensaimada. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Gothic spires and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes sobrasada, a Mallorcan favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Balearic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palma’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palma an engaging destination for exploration.

Valencia, Spain — Day 5 of MSC Lirica March 18, 2025 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
SATURDAY·MAR 22

Valencia

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Valencia, Spain, offers docking at Valencia Port. Travelers explore City of Arts and Sciences and La Lonja. Excursions visit Albufera’s lagoon. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures futuristic architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes horchata, a Valencian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Valencian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Valencia’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and scenic coasts, making Valencia an engaging destination for exploration.

Cagliari, Sardinia — Day 7 of MSC Lirica March 18, 2025 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
MONDAY·MAR 24

Cagliari

Sardinia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

Cagliari, Sardinia, offers docking at Cagliari Port. Travelers explore Poetto Beach and Castello district. Excursions visit Nora’s ancient ruins. Local markets sell malloreddus. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval towers and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes fregola con frutti di mare, a Sardinian favorite. Souvenirs, like cork crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Nuragic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cagliari’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic beaches, making Cagliari an engaging destination for exploration.

// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Rome Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

MSC Lirica·March 18, 2025
MAR FORECAST · CIVITAVECCHIA (ROME)
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
51°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
69°
AVG LOW
33°
AVG RAINFALL
2.9"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT CIVITAVECCHIA (ROME)
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
51°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

MSC Lirica March 18, 2025 Excursions

MSC Lirica·March 18, 2025

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
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this MSC Lirica 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 (Rome 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
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 71% of all cruises
7.1/10 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

Civitavecchia (Rome) 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Civitavecchia is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas and near attractions.

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

Palma De Mallorca 🇪🇸

Balearic Islands · SpainMODERATE

Palma de Mallorca is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Valencia 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Valencia is a safe cruise port with a low crime rate, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in busy areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Cagliari 🇮🇹

Sardinia · ItalySAFE

Cagliari is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a welcoming atmosphere, allowing travelers to explore confidently.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MSC Lirica Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsMSC
MSC Lirica
MSC · LIRICA
CHRISTENED
2003
STATEROOMS
987
TONNAGE
65,591GT
51.9% BELOW AVG· vs avg 136,380 GT
YEAR BUILT
2003
10 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2013
LENGTH
902ft
12.4% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,030 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,679cruisers
40.4% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,494 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The MSC Lirica has a construction date of 2003 and a total size of 65,591 gross tons. The ship measures 902 feet in length. MSC Lirica is included in MSC's Lirica class. At full capacity, the Lirica holds 2,679 passengers. That includes 1,979 cruise vacationers and 700 staff members. The Lirica total number of staterooms is 987.

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// 09 · FAQ

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