MSC Lirica - 3/23/2026
The March 23, 2026 cruise on the MSC Lirica departs from Piraeus (Athens), Greece. On this 7 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Athens Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Lirica sets sail on Monday, Mar 23rd and returns on Monday, Mar 30th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Lirica cruise ship departing March 23, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $754 ($108 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $742 ($107 per night), this represents a recent increase of 2%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MSC Lirica - March 23, 2026 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mar 23rd | Piraeus (Athens), Greece |
| 2 | Mar 24th | Izmir, Turkey |
| 3 | Mar 25th | Istanbul, Turkey |
| 4 | Mar 26th | At Sea |
| 5 | Mar 27th | Corfu, Greece |
| 6 | Mar 28th | Bari, Italy |
| 7 | Mar 29th | At Sea |
| 8 | Mar 30th | Piraeus (Athens), Greece |
The MSC Lirica sails on March 23, 2026 for a 7 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Athens Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece at 4:30 PM and will return to the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Mar 30th at 7:00 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
To see how this compares, click through to see MSC Lirica age and stats vs all MSC ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
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Cruise Ports
Piraeus is the seaport for Athens, the capital of western civilization, which boasts a fantastic mix of classical ruins and vivacious modern life. In a single day, you can climb the hill of the Acropolis to wonder at the Parthenon, join the lively Athenians in Constitution Square, and then find a welcoming taverna for some spirited bizouki music, plenty of ouzo to drink, and with luck, energetic Greek dancing.
The largest Turkish seaport after Istanbul, its exports include cotton, tobacco, vegetables, manufactures, and carpets. The city suffered greatly from severe earthquakes in 1928 and 1939. It is a NATO command center for SE Europe. It is also the site of the Aegean Univ. and several museums, and was probably the birthplace of the poet Homer.
Once called Constantinople, the former capital of the Byzantine Empire is the only city in the world to straddle two continents: Europe and Asia. This is the Golden Horn, the door between East and West, and your first vision of its domes and minarets is unforgetable. Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and Sultan treasures in Topkapi Palace await - as does the Grand Bazaar, laden with carpets, beaten brass and spices from afar.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Though once ruled by Venetian doges, Turkish sultans and French invaders, today's Corfiot citizen is as Greek as they come. Marvel at the 17th-century icons in St. George's Church, the medieval Palace of Phrourio or the 19th-century Achilleion Palace. The greenest of the Greek Isles, Corfu also boasts thriving vineyards and olive orchards among its rugged mountains.
Located on the east coast of Italy, Bari features beautiful beaches on the Adriatic Sea. Walk through the town and see the gothic style of the twelfth century cathedral and the Basilica di San Nicolo. See a bit of Italy's past in the archaeological museum or walk the stone pathways of a Norman castle.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Piraeus is the seaport for Athens, the capital of western civilization, which boasts a fantastic mix of classical ruins and vivacious modern life. In a single day, you can climb the hill of the Acropolis to wonder at the Parthenon, join the lively Athenians in Constitution Square, and then find a welcoming taverna for some spirited bizouki music, plenty of ouzo to drink, and with luck, energetic Greek dancing.