MSC Magnifica itinerary map for December 28, 2026 (10 nights)
MSC Magnifica cruise ship

MSC Magnifica — December 28, 202610-Night Western Mediterranean on MSC

This 10-night cruise aboard the Magnifica departs from Barcelona, Spain on Monday, December 28, 2026 and returns on Thursday, Jan 7th. December weather across this route averages 67°/31°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $2,086.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.0 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports.

Cruise Length
10
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Barcelona
Spain
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
2

Cruise Price - MSC Magnifica December 28, 2026

MSC Magnifica · December 28, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Magnifica cruise ship departing December 28, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,086 ($209 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,108 ($211 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 1%.

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Inside
$2,086
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Oceanview
$2,256
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Balcony
$2,456
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Suite
$3,596

Price History – MSC Magnifica December 28, 2026

inside cabin
MSC Magnifica
December 28, 2026
$2,086
1% vs avg: $2,108

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 10 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip)

MSC Magnifica · December 28, 2026

The MSC Magnifica sails on December 28, 2026 for a 10 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on Jan 7th at 6:00 AM. During the 11-day journey, the MSC Magnifica will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

10 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip)

  • DEC28
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: — - D: 6:00 PM
  • DEC29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC30
    Cadiz (Seville), Spain
    Cadiz (Seville), Spain
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
  • DEC28
    Cadiz (Seville), Spain
    Cadiz (Seville), Spain
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN01
    Malaga, Spain
    Malaga, Spain
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN02
    Alicante, Spain
    Alicante, Spain
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN04
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • JAN05
    Genoa, Italy
    Genoa, Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN06
    Marseille (Provence), France
    Marseille (Provence), France
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN07
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 28, 2026 · 10 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip)

Barcelona, Spain — Day 1 of MSC Magnifica December 28, 2026 cruise
Day 1•Monday, Dec 28

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: —•Departure: 6:00 PM

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region.

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Day 2 at sea — MSC Magnifica December 28, 2026 itinerary
Day 2•Tuesday, Dec 29

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Magnifica — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Cadiz (Seville), Spain — Day 3 of MSC Magnifica December 28, 2026 cruise
Day 3•Wednesday, Dec 30

Cadiz (Seville), Spain

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Cádiz (Seville), Spain, offers docking at Cádiz Port with excursions to Seville. Travelers explore Seville’s Alcázar and Cádiz’s old town. Excursions visit Jerez’s sherry bodegas. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish palaces and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes jamón ibérico, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like fan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cádiz’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Cádiz an engaging destination.

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Cadiz (Seville), Spain — Day 4 of MSC Magnifica December 28, 2026 cruise
Day 4•Thursday, Dec 31

Cadiz (Seville), Spain

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

Returning to Cadiz (Seville), Spain — see Day 3 above for port info.

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Malaga, Spain — Day 5 of MSC Magnifica December 28, 2026 cruise
Day 5•Friday, Jan 1

Malaga, Spain

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Málaga, Spain, offers docking at Málaga Port. Travelers explore Alcazaba Fortress and Picasso Museum. Excursions visit Ronda’s deep gorges. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes paella, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Málaga’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic coasts, making Málaga an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Costa del Sol.

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Alicante, Spain — Day 6 of MSC Magnifica December 28, 2026 cruise
Day 6•Saturday, Jan 2

Alicante, Spain

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Alicante, Spain, offers docking at Alicante Port. Travelers explore Santa Bárbara Castle and Explanada de España. Excursions visit Elche’s palm groves. Local markets sell turrón. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish castles and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz a banda, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Valencian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance castle walks. Alicante’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic promenades, making Alicante an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 7 at sea — MSC Magnifica December 28, 2026 itinerary
Day 7•Sunday, Jan 3

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Magnifica — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy — Day 8 of MSC Magnifica December 28, 2026 cruise
Day 8•Monday, Jan 4

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, offers docking at Civitavecchia Port with excursions to Rome. Travelers explore Colosseum and Pantheon. Excursions visit Vatican City’s Sistine Chapel. Local markets sell gelato. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes carbonara, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like Murano glass, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Civitavecchia’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Civitavecchia an engaging destination.

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Genoa, Italy — Day 9 of MSC Magnifica December 28, 2026 cruise
Day 9•Tuesday, Jan 5

Genoa, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Genoa, Italy, offers docking at Genoa Port. Travelers explore Palazzo Ducale and Via Garibaldi. Excursions visit Portofino’s colorful harbor. Local markets sell focaccia. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Renaissance palaces and Ligurian vistas. Dining onboard includes pesto pasta, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Genoese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Genoa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Genoa an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Liguria region.

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Marseille (Provence), France — Day 10 of MSC Magnifica December 28, 2026 cruise
Day 10•Wednesday, Jan 6

Marseille (Provence), France

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Marseille (Provence), France, offers docking at Marseille Port. Travelers explore Notre-Dame de la Garde and Vieux-Port. Excursions visit Aix-en-Provence’s lavender fields. Local markets sell bouillabaisse. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures basilicas and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes ratatouille, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Provençal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Marseille’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ports and scenic fields, making Marseille an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Barcelona, Spain — Day 11 of MSC Magnifica December 28, 2026 cruise
Day 11•Thursday, Jan 7

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Barcelona, Spain — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

MSC Magnifica - December 28, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Barcelona, Spain

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December

Typical Weather

67°F

Average High

27°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.04in

Daily average

1.2 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
70 / 100
safer than 70% of all cruises
70
7
/ 10
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona
Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.
8
/ 10
Cadiz (Seville), Spain
Cadiz
Travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the safe and welcoming atmosphere of Cadiz.
7
/ 10
Malaga, Spain
Malaga
Travelers in Malaga should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and popular attractions.
8
/ 10
Alicante, Spain
Alicante
Travelers in Alicante should stay vigilant against petty theft, especially in crowded areas, while securing their belongings.
7
/ 10
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Civitavecchia
Civitavecchia is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas and near attractions.
7
/ 10
Genoa, Italy
Genoa
Genoa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should stay vigilant against petty crime and secure their belongings in crowded areas.
6
/ 10
Marseille (Provence), France
Marseille
Travelers in Marseille should stay vigilant in certain neighborhoods due to higher crime rates and secure their belongings in crowded areas.

Cruise Ship

MSC Magnifica

⚓ Tonnage

95,128

vs avg 136,380

🛠️ Year Built

2,010

vs avg 2,013

📏 Length (ft)

963

vs avg 1,030

👥 Passenger Count

3,223

vs avg 4,494

The Magnifica has a construction date of 2010 and a total size of 95,128 gross tons. The ship measures 963 feet in length. MSC Magnifica is included in MSC’s Musica class. At full capacity, the MSC Magnifica holds 3,223 passengers. That includes 2,196 cruise vacationers and 1,027 staff members. The Magnifica total number of staterooms is 1,256.

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MSC Magnifica December 28, 2026 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the MSC Magnifica December 28, 2026 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $2,086 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

What's the weather like on the MSC Magnifica December 28, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 10-night route, December averages 67°F highs and 31°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the December 28, 2026 MSC Magnifica itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.0 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 7 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the MSC Magnifica sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The MSC Magnifica departs Barcelona, Spain on Monday, December 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM and returns on Thursday, Jan 7th, 2027 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 10 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the MSC Magnifica sailing on December 28, 2026?▾

Cruise director assignment for this sail date is not currently confirmed in our records.

Can I track price drops for this MSC Magnifica itinerary?▾

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get an email when cabin prices drop for this exact sailing. We snapshot fares daily.

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Last Updated: May 10, 2026