MSC Lirica itinerary map for November 4, 2026
MSC Lirica
MSC Lirica
November 4, 2026
11 Night Eastern Mediterranean

MSC Lirica November 4, 2026

The MSC Lirica November 4, 2026 cruise departs from Venice, Italy. On this 11 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Venice Roundtrip) sailing, the MSC Lirica will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Wednesday, Nov 4th and returns on Sunday, Nov 15th, 2026.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Venice
Italy
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
3

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MSC Lirica · November 4, 2026

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Cruise Itinerary Map

MSC Lirica · November 4, 2026

The MSC Lirica sails on November 4, 2026 for a 11 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Venice Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Venice, Italy at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of Venice, Italy on Nov 15th at 8:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the MSC Lirica will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

11 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Venice Roundtrip)

  • NOV04
    Venice, Italy
    Venice, Italy
    A: — - D: 7:00 PM
  • NOV05
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV06
    Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
    Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • NOV07
    Iraklion (heraklion), Crete
    Iraklion (heraklion), Crete
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • NOV08
    Rhodes, Greece
    Rhodes, Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • NOV09
    Limassol, Cyprus
    Limassol, Cyprus
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • NOV10
    Port Said, Egypt
    Port Said, Egypt
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • NOV11
    Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
    Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 9:00 PM
  • NOV12
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV13
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV14
    Split, Croatia
    Split, Croatia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • NOV15
    Venice, Italy
    Venice, Italy
    A: 8:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

November 4, 2026 · 11 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Venice Roundtrip)

Venice, Italy
Day 1Wednesday, Nov 4

Venice, Italy

Arrival:Departure: 7:00 PM

Venice, Italy, offers docking at Venice Port. Travelers explore St. Mark’s Square and Doge’s Palace. Excursions visit Murano’s glass factories. Local markets sell tiramisu. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for canal tours. Photography captures grand canals and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes risotto, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like Murano glass, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Venetian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance canal walks. Venice’s iconic charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic waterways, making Venice an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s lagoon city. (126 words)

At Sea
Day 2Thursday, Nov 5

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PMDeparture: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
Day 3Friday, Nov 6

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece

Arrival: 9:00 AMDeparture: 4:00 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)

Iraklion (heraklion), Crete
Day 4Saturday, Nov 7

Iraklion (heraklion), Crete

Arrival: 10:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Iraklion (Heraklion), Crete, offers docking at Heraklion Port. Travelers explore Knossos Palace and Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Excursions visit Phaistos ruins. Local markets sell dakos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Minoan ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Heraklion’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Heraklion an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Rhodes, Greece
Day 5Sunday, Nov 8

Rhodes, Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 4:00 PM

Rhodes, Greece, offers docking at Rhodes Port. Travelers explore Medieval City and Lindos Acropolis. Excursions include snorkeling at Kallithea Springs. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Knights’ Street and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dodecanese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Rhodes’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic beaches, making Rhodes an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Limassol, Cyprus
Day 6Monday, Nov 9

Limassol, Cyprus

Arrival: 9:00 AMDeparture: 4:00 PM

Limassol, Cyprus, has docking at Limassol Port. Travelers explore Kourion’s ancient amphitheater. Excursions visit Omodos’ wine villages. Local markets sell commandaria wine. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather. Photography captures Roman ruins and Mediterranean shores. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Cypriot favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cypriot history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance ruin tours. Limassol’s historic charm offers a vibrant Cypriot stop, blending archaeology with coastal beauty.

Port Said, Egypt
Day 7Tuesday, Nov 10

Port Said, Egypt

Arrival: 6:00 AMDeparture: 8:00 PM

Port Said, Egypt, offers docking at Port Said Port. Travelers explore the Suez Canal waterfront and Port Said Lighthouse. Excursions visit Cairo’s Pyramids of Giza. Local markets sell koshari. The peak season, October to April, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures canal views and colonial architecture. Dining onboard includes ful medames, an Egyptian favorite. Souvenirs, like papyrus art, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Suez history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Port Said’s canal-side charm offers a vibrant Egyptian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks, canal views, and cultural heritage, making Port Said an engaging gateway to Egypt’s history and Cairo’s wonders.

Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
Day 8Wednesday, Nov 11

Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 9:00 PM

Alexandria, Egypt, docks at the Western Port terminal, 10 kilometers from the city center, with shuttles or taxis offering 20-minute transfers to the Corniche. The facility includes lounges and ATMs. Travelers explore the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern library complex with manuscripts and planetarium shows. Qaitbay Citadel, 15 minutes east, features 15th-century fortifications on Pharos Lighthouse ruins. Kom el-Dikka, a 5-minute drive, reveals Roman amphitheaters and mosaics. Excursions to Cairo, 3 hours away, include Giza Pyramids and Sphinx. Montaza Palace Gardens, 20 minutes east, offer seaside walks and tea houses. Dining features kofta at waterfront stalls. Souvenirs include papyrus scrolls. Best visited October to April; taxis 50-100 EGP. Guided tours ensure security.

At Sea
Day 9Thursday, Nov 12

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PMDeparture: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 10Friday, Nov 13

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PMDeparture: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Split, Croatia
Day 11Saturday, Nov 14

Split, Croatia

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Split, Croatia, offers docking at Split Port. Travelers explore Diocletian’s Palace and Marjan Hill. Excursions visit Trogir’s historic center. Local markets sell soparnik. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Roman ruins and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes pašticada, a Croatian favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dalmatian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance palace walks. Split’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Croatian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic hills, making Split an engaging destination for exploring Croatia’s Adriatic coast. (126 words)

Venice, Italy
Day 12Sunday, Nov 15

Venice, Italy

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture:

Venice, Italy, offers docking at Venice Port. Travelers explore St. Mark’s Square and Doge’s Palace. Excursions visit Murano’s glass factories. Local markets sell tiramisu. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for canal tours. Photography captures grand canals and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes risotto, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like Murano glass, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Venetian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance canal walks. Venice’s iconic charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic waterways, making Venice an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s lagoon city. (126 words)

Weather Forecast

MSC Lirica - November 4, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Venice, Italy

🌦️

November

Typical Weather

69°F

Average High

35°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.14in

Daily average

4.1 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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.

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
70 / 100
safer than 70% of all cruises
70
7
/ 10
Venice, Italy
Venice
Travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid pickpocketing and scams, especially during peak tourist seasons.
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.
8
/ 10
Iraklion (heraklion), Crete
Iraklion
Iraklion is generally safe for tourists, but caution is advised in crowded areas and certain neighborhoods, especially at night.
8
/ 10
Rhodes, Greece
Rhodes
Rhodes is generally safe for travelers, but staying vigilant in crowded areas is advised to avoid pickpocketing and minor scams.
8
/ 10
Limassol, Cyprus
Limassol
Limassol is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain cautious in crowded areas to prevent theft and scams.
5
/ 10
Port Said, Egypt
Port Said
Travelers to Port Said should stay vigilant due to moderate crime, potential civil unrest, and scams, while maintaining awareness of their surroundings.
5
/ 10
Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
Alexandria
Cruise travelers to Alexandria should remain vigilant against petty crime, avoid political demonstrations, and consider organized tours for safety.
8
/ 10
Split, Croatia
Split
Split is generally safe for travelers, but caution in crowded areas is advised to prevent petty theft and pickpocketing.

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 November 4, 2026?

This is a 11-night cruise itinerary departing from Venice, Italy.

What ports does the MSC Lirica visit on the November 4, 2026 cruise?

This route includes venice-italy, olympia-greece, heraklion-crete-greece, rhodes-greece, limassol-cyprus, port-said-egypt, alexandria-cairo-egypt, split-croatia.

How many sea days are included on this MSC Lirica November 4, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 3 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MSC Lirica sailing on November 4, 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?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.