MSC Opera - 7/13/2025
The July 13, 2025 cruise on the MSC Opera departs from Marghera Venezia Porto Marghera Italy. On this 7 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Venice-Marghera Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Opera sets sail on Sunday, Jul 13th and returns on Sunday, Jul 20th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Opera cruise ship departing July 13, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,039 ($149 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,010 ($145 per night), this represents a recent increase of 3%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MSC Opera - July 13, 2025 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jul 13th | Marghera Venezia Porto Marghera Italy |
| 2 | Jul 14th | At Sea |
| 3 | Jul 15th | Dubrovnik, Croatia |
| 4 | Jul 16th | Corfu, Greece |
| 5 | Jul 17th | Bar, Montenegro |
| 6 | Jul 18th | Bari, Italy |
| 7 | Jul 19th | Zadar, Croatia |
| 8 | Jul 20th | Marghera Venezia Porto Marghera Italy |
The MSC Opera sails on July 13, 2025 for a 7 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Venice-Marghera Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Marghera Venezia Porto Marghera Italy at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Marghera Venezia Porto Marghera Italy on Jul 20th at 7:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MSC Opera will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
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Cruise Ship
MSC Opera
MSC OPERA SIZE
The Opera has a construction date of 2004 and a total size of 65,591 gross tons. The ship measures 902 feet (275 meters) in length. MSC Opera is included in MSC’s Lirica Class. At full capacity, the MSC Opera holds 3,407 passengers. That includes 2,679 cruise vacationers and 728 staff members. The Opera total number of staterooms is 1,068.
MSC Opera 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:2004
- Years Served:2004 - Present
- Capacity:2,679
- Crew Members:728
- Total on Board:3,407
- Total Staterooms:1,068
- Flagged Country:Panama
- Ship Cost:266 Million
- Status:active
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Cruise Ports
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.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Dubrovnik, Croatia, offers docking at Gruž Port. Travelers explore Old Town walls and Lokrum Island. Excursions include kayaking along Adriatic shores. Local markets sell travarica. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval ramparts and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes pašticada, a Croatian favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dalmatian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance wall walks. Dubrovnik’s historic charm offers a vibrant Croatian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic coasts, making Dubrovnik an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Corfu, Greece, offers docking at Corfu Port. Travelers explore Old Fortress and Achilleion Palace. Excursions include Paleokastritsa’s beaches. Local markets sell kumquat liqueur. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Venetian architecture and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes pastitsada, a Corfiot favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ionian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Corfu’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic beaches, making Corfu an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Ionian Islands. (126 words)
Bar, Montenegro, docks at the port, 1 kilometer from Old Bar, with taxis for 10-minute rides. The city, population 42,000, features the 11th-century Stari Bar fortress. Travelers stroll the Aqueduct, a 16th-century Ottoman structure. Local markets sell rakija brandy. Excursions to Lake Skadar, 30 minutes north, offer boat tours. Peak season June to September; taxis 5-10 EUR. Dining includes cevapi at seaside cafes. Souvenirs feature olive oil.
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)
Zadar, Croatia, offers docking at Zadar Port. Travelers explore Sea Organ and St. Donatus Church. Excursions visit Plitvice Lakes. Local markets sell maraschino liqueur. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures acoustic art and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes pašticada, a Croatian favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dalmatian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance lake hikes. Zadar’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Croatian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of unique installations and scenic lakes, making Zadar an engaging destination for exploring Croatia’s Adriatic coast.
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.