MSC Lirica itinerary map for March 28, 2026
MSC Lirica
MSC Lirica
March 28, 2026
7 Night Eastern Mediterranean

MSC Lirica March 28, 2026

The MSC Lirica March 28, 2026 cruise departs from Bari, Italy. On this 7 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Bari To Venice Marghera) sailing, the MSC Lirica will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Mar 28th and returns on Saturday, Apr 4th, 2026.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Bari
Italy
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
2
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MSC Lirica · March 28, 2026

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MSC Lirica · March 28, 2026

The MSC Lirica sails on March 28, 2026 for a 7 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Bari To Venice Marghera). The ship will depart the port of Bari, Italy at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of Marghera Venezia Porto Marghera Italy on Apr 4th at 8:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MSC Lirica will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Bari To Venice Marghera)

  • MAR28
    Bari, Italy
    Bari, Italy
    A: — - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAR29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR30
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAR31
    Santorini, Greece
    Santorini, Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • APR01
    Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
    Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • APR02
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR03
    Ancona, Italy
    Ancona, Italy
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • APR04
    Marghera Venezia Porto Marghera Italy
    Marghera Venezia Porto Marghera Italy
    A: 8:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

March 28, 2026 · 7 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Bari To Venice Marghera)

Bari, Italy
Day 1•Saturday, Mar 28

Bari, Italy

Arrival: —•Departure: 7:00 PM

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)

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At Sea
Day 2•Sunday, Mar 29

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Day 3•Monday, Mar 30

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

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)

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Santorini, Greece
Day 4•Tuesday, Mar 31

Santorini, Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Santorini, Greece, offers docking at Fira Port with tenders to shore. Travelers explore Oia’s blue-domed churches and Thera ruins. Excursions include sailing to Nea Kameni. Local markets sell fava beans. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures caldera views and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like volcanic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance cliff walks. Santorini’s iconic charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning views and ancient ruins, making Santorini an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
Day 5•Wednesday, Apr 1

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece, offers docking at Katakolon Port with excursions to Olympia. Travelers explore Ancient Olympia and Archaeological Museum. Excursions visit Kourouta Beach. Local markets sell loukoumades. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient stadiums and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Peloponnesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Katakolon’s historic charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic beaches, making Katakolon an engaging destination. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 6•Thursday, Apr 2

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Ancona, Italy
Day 7•Friday, Apr 3

Ancona, Italy

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Ancona, Italy, docks at Molo Wojtyla, 1 kilometer from the old town, with shuttles or a 15-minute walk. The city, population 100,000, features the 12th-century Cathedral of San Ciriaco on a hilltop with Adriatic views. Travelers explore the Arch of Trajan, a 14-meter Roman relic from 115 AD. Excursions to Urbino, 90 minutes west, visit Renaissance palaces. Local markets sell olive ascolane (stuffed olives). Peak season May to September; buses 1.50 EUR. Dining includes brodetto (fish stew). Souvenirs feature lacework.

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Marghera Venezia Porto Marghera Italy
Day 8•Saturday, Apr 4

Marghera Venezia Porto Marghera Italy

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: —

Marghera, Venezia Porto Marghera, Italy, provides docking at Porto Marghera. Travelers explore Venice’s St. Mark’s Square and Doge’s Palace via water taxis. Excursions visit Murano’s glassblowing workshops. Local markets sell tiramisu. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for canal tours. Photography captures Venetian canals and Gothic architecture. Dining onboard includes risotto al nero, a Venetian dish. Souvenirs, like Murano glass, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Venetian history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Marghera’s access to Venice offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a blend of iconic landmarks, artistic heritage, and romantic waterways, making Marghera a gateway to Venice’s timeless beauty and cultural richness, perfect for an immersive Italian experience.

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Weather Forecast

MSC Lirica - March 28, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Bari, Italy

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March

Typical Weather

79°F

Average High

34°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.07in

Daily average

2.3 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank
73 / 100
safer than 73% of all cruises
73
7
/ 10
Bari, Italy
Bari
Travelers should stay vigilant in Bari, securing belongings and avoiding less populated areas after dark to minimize safety risks.
7
/ 10
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Piraeus
Piraeus is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised at night and in crowded areas due to petty theft and potential disruptions.
9
/ 10
Santorini, Greece
Santorini
Santorini is safe for travelers, but they should stay vigilant in crowded areas for pickpocketing and be cautious of traffic hazards.
8
/ 10
Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
Katakolon
Katakolon is a safe cruise port with low crime and secure surroundings, allowing travelers to explore Olympia with minimal risk.
7
/ 10
Ancona, Italy
Ancona
Ancona is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should stay vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty crime.
7
/ 10
Marghera Venezia Porto Marghera Italy
Marghera Venezia
Travelers at Marghera Venezia Porto Marghera should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings due to the risk of petty theft and scams.

Cruise Ship

MSC Lirica

⚓ Tonnage

65,591

vs avg 136,380

🛠️ Year Built

2,003

vs avg 2,013

📏 Length (ft)

902

vs avg 1,030

👥 Passenger Count

2,679

vs avg 4,494

The 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 MSC 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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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the MSC Lirica sailing on March 28, 2026?

This is a 7-night cruise itinerary departing from Bari, Italy.

What ports does the MSC Lirica visit on the March 28, 2026 cruise?

This route includes bari-italy, athens-greece, santorini-greece, olympia-greece, ancona-italy, marghera-venezia-porto-marghera-italy.

How many sea days are included on this MSC Lirica March 28, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MSC Lirica sailing on March 28, 2026?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this MSC Lirica itinerary?

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