MSC Lirica itinerary map for December 6, 2026
MSC Lirica

10 Night Eastern Mediterranean on MSC MSC Lirica

December 6, 2026

MSC Lirica December 6, 2026

The MSC Lirica December 6, 2026 cruise departs from Split, Croatia. On this 10 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Split Roundtrip) sailing, the MSC Lirica will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Sunday, Dec 6th and returns on Wednesday, Dec 16th, 2026.

Cruise Length
10
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Split
Croatia
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
4
Jump to section

Cruise Price - MSC Lirica December 6, 2026

MSC Lirica · December 6, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Lirica cruise ship departing December 6, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $919 ($92 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $849 ($85 per night), this represents a recent increase of 8%.

🛏️
Inside
$919
🌊
Oceanview
$1,079
🌅
Balcony
$1,669
👑
Suite
$1,889

Price History – MSC Lirica December 6, 2026

inside cabin
MSC Lirica
December 6, 2026
$919
8% vs avg: $849

Prices change often and may differ at checkout. Click to see the latest available price.

🔔
Get Price Drop Updates

Get an email notification when the price of the MSC Lirica – December 6, 2026 drops below the current rate.

Never spam · Opt out anytime
Explore all MSC Lirica cruises

Cruise Itinerary Map - 10 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Split Roundtrip)

MSC Lirica · December 6, 2026

The MSC Lirica sails on December 6, 2026 for a 10 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Split Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Split, Croatia at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Split, Croatia on Dec 16th at 8:00 AM. During the 11-day journey, the MSC Lirica will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

10 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Split Roundtrip)

  • DEC06
    Split, Croatia
    Split, Croatia
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC07
    Marghera Venezia Porto Marghera Italy
    Marghera Venezia Porto Marghera Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • DEC08
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC09
    Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
    Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC10
    Iraklion (heraklion), Crete
    Iraklion (heraklion), Crete
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • DEC11
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC12
    Port Said (cairo), Egypt
    Port Said (cairo), Egypt
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 8:30 PM
  • DEC13
    Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
    Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 9:00 PM
  • DEC14
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC15
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC16
    Split, Croatia
    Split, Croatia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: —
Loading map...

Cruise Ports

December 6, 2026 · 10 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Split Roundtrip)

Split, Croatia
Day 1•Sunday, Dec 6

Split, Croatia

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Marghera Venezia Porto Marghera Italy
Day 2•Monday, Dec 7

Marghera Venezia Porto Marghera Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 3•Tuesday, Dec 8

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
Day 4•Wednesday, Dec 9

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Iraklion (heraklion), Crete
Day 5•Thursday, Dec 10

Iraklion (heraklion), Crete

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 6•Friday, Dec 11

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Port Said (cairo), Egypt
Day 7•Saturday, Dec 12

Port Said (cairo), Egypt

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 8:30 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
Day 8•Sunday, Dec 13

Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 9•Monday, Dec 14

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 10•Tuesday, Dec 15

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Split, Croatia
Day 11•Wednesday, Dec 16

Split, Croatia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: —

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

MSC Lirica - December 6, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Split, Croatia

🌦️

December

Typical Weather

62°F

Average High

23°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.15in

Daily average

4.6 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.

See all Split Shore Tours

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
68 / 100
safer than 68% of all cruises
68
8
/ 10
Split, Croatia
Split
Split is generally safe for travelers, but caution in crowded areas is advised to prevent petty theft and pickpocketing.
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.
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.
5
/ 10
Port Said (cairo), Egypt
Port Said
Travelers should remain vigilant in Port Said due to potential political unrest, petty crime, and harassment despite high security measures.
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.

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.

Click above for more MSC Lirica stats, tips, imagery, and more.

  • 📊Size comparison chart against other ships
  • 🍸Bars, restaurants, and venue highlights
  • 🛠️Renovation and dry-dock schedule
  • ❓FAQ's about MSC Lirica

Also of interest:

MSC Lirica Deck PlansMSC Lirica Cabin SearchMSC Lirica Health Score

MSC Lirica December 6, 2026 FAQ

How many nights is the MSC Lirica sailing on December 6, 2026?▾

This is a 10-night cruise itinerary departing from Split, Croatia.

What ports does the MSC Lirica visit on the December 6, 2026 cruise?▾

This route includes split-croatia, marghera-venezia-porto-marghera-italy, olympia-greece, heraklion-crete-greece, port-said-cairo-egypt, alexandria-cairo-egypt.

How many sea days are included on this MSC Lirica December 6, 2026 itinerary?▾

This itinerary includes 4 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MSC Lirica sailing on December 6, 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.

Last Updated: May 6, 2026