MSC Lirica - 12/17/2025
The December 17, 2025 cruise on the MSC Lirica departs from Istanbul, Turkey. On this 7 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Istanbul Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Lirica sets sail on Wednesday, Dec 17th and returns on Wednesday, Dec 24th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Lirica cruise ship departing December 17, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $541 ($78 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $541 ($78 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MSC Lirica - December 17, 2025 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 16th | Istanbul, Turkey |
| 2 | Dec 17th | At Sea |
| 3 | Dec 19th | Corfu, Greece |
| 4 | Dec 20th | Bari, Italy |
| 5 | Dec 20th | At Sea |
| 6 | Dec 22nd | Piraeus (Athens), Greece |
| 7 | Dec 23rd | Izmir, Turkey |
| 8 | Dec 24th | Istanbul, Turkey |
The MSC Lirica sails on December 17, 2025 for a 7 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Istanbul Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Istanbul, Turkey at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of Istanbul, Turkey on Dec 24th at 8:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MSC Lirica will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
Cruise Ship
MSC Lirica
MSC LIRICA SIZE
The Lirica has a construction date of 2003 and a total size of 65,591 gross tons. The ship measures 902 feet (275 meters) in length. MSC Lirica is included in MSC’s Lirica Class. At full capacity, the MSC Lirica holds 3,379 passengers. That includes 2,679 cruise vacationers and 700 staff members. The Lirica total number of staterooms is 987.
MSC Lirica Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:65,591 GT
- Length:902 ft (275 m)
- Beam:105 ft (32 m)
- Draft:22 ft (7 m)
- Max Speed:24 mph (21 kn)
- Year Built:2003
- Years Served:2003 - Present
- Capacity:2,679
- Crew Members:700
- Total on Board:3,379
- Total Staterooms:987
- Flagged Country:Panama
- Ship Cost:250 Million
- Status:active
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Cruise Ports
Istanbul, Turkey, offers docking at Istanbul Port. Travelers explore Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Excursions visit Blue Mosque. Local markets sell simit. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Ottoman domes and Bosphorus vistas. Dining onboard includes döner kebab, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Byzantine history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Istanbul’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic waterways, making Istanbul an engaging destination for exploring Turkey’s cultural hub. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Corfu, Greece, offers docking at Corfu Port. Travelers explore Old Fortress and Achilleion Palace. Excursions include Paleokastritsa’s beaches. Local markets sell kumquat liqueur. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Venetian architecture and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes pastitsada, a Corfiot favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ionian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Corfu’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic beaches, making Corfu an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Ionian Islands. (126 words)
Bari, Italy, offers docking at Bari Port. Travelers explore Basilica of San Nicola and Bari Vecchia. Excursions visit Alberobello’s trulli houses. Local markets sell orecchiette. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval alleys and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes tiella, an Apulian 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. Bari’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Bari an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Apulia region. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Piraeus (Athens), Greece, offers docking at Piraeus Port with excursions to Athens. Travelers explore Acropolis and Parthenon. Excursions visit Cape Sounion. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Piraeus’ cultural gateway offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Piraeus an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Izmir, Turkey, has docking at Izmir Port. Travelers explore Ephesus’ ancient ruins, a UNESCO site. Excursions visit the House of Virgin Mary. Local markets sell Turkish delight. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather. Photography captures Roman columns and Aegean shores. Dining onboard includes döner kebab, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like evil eye charms, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover ancient history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance ruin tours. Izmir’s historic richness offers a vibrant Turkish stop, blending archaeology with coastal charm.
Istanbul, Turkey, offers docking at Istanbul Port. Travelers explore Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Excursions visit Blue Mosque. Local markets sell simit. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Ottoman domes and Bosphorus vistas. Dining onboard includes döner kebab, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Byzantine history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Istanbul’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic waterways, making Istanbul an engaging destination for exploring Turkey’s cultural hub. (126 words)