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MSC Opera itinerary map for September 30, 2026 (10 nights)
MSC Opera itinerary map for September 30, 2026 (10 nights)
10 nights · 8 ports
Round-trip · Genoa Portofino Italy
MSCMSC Opera

MSC Opera
September 30, 2026

10-Night Western Mediterranean aboard MSC Opera · Departing September 30, 2026 from the Port of Genoa Portofino Italy.

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// AT A GLANCE

MSC Opera September 30, 2026 Cruise Overview

MSC Opera leaves Genoa Portofino Italy on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 6:00 PM and returns Saturday, October 10 at 9:00 AM: 10 nights with 7 ports of call (Marseille, Malaga, Cadiz, Lisbon, Alicante, Mahon and Olbia) and 2 days at sea. It is the only upcoming departure of this itinerary on MSC Opera. September averages 81°F highs and 53°F lows across the ports on this route.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.4 out of 10, averaged across 8 ports. Inside cabins dropped $39 on Sep 29.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.4OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 74% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
10
night cruise
Wed → Sat
02
Genoa Portofino Italy
departure port
03
8
port stops
Mediterranean
04
2
sea days
Day 3
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// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

MSC Opera September 30, 2026 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MSC Opera September 30, 2026 Price & Tracking

MSC OPERA·SEPTEMBER 30, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Opera cruise ship departing September 30, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,532 ($154 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,501 ($151 per night), this represents a recent increase of 2%.

MSC Opera cruise departing September 30, 2026 — 10-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,532 ($154 per night). Average price: $1,501.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,572
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
MSC Opera · September 30, 2026
$1,532
$154 per night · 10 nights
↓
3% below average
Avg $1,572 · You save $40

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// 03 · ITINERARY

10 Night Western Mediterranean (Genoa Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapSEPTEMBER 30, 2026
All 11 days of the MSC Opera September 30, 2026 cruise, including 2 days at sea. Arrival and departure times are local to each port, and the cruise line can change them before sailing.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
MSC Opera
SEPTEMBER 30, 2026
11 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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10 NIGHTS · 7 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · GENOA PORTOFINO ITALY
// 04 · PORTS

10 Night Western Mediterranean (Genoa Roundtrip) Port List

MSC Opera·September 30, 2026
Day 3 · Friday · Oct 2

At sea

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

Day 7 · Tuesday · Oct 6

At sea

Day at sea aboard the Opera.

// 05 · WEATHER

10 Night Western Mediterranean (Genoa Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

MSC Opera·September 30, 2026
SEP FORECAST · GENOA PORTOFINO ITALY
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
Genoa Portofino Italy port guide
66°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
90°
AVG LOW
42°
AVG RAINFALL
2.4"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT GENOA PORTOFINO ITALY
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
66°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Most Popular Genoa Portofino Italy Shore Excursions

Independent shore excursions in every port on this MSC Opera itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.

8 PORTS OF CALL·2,144 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST GENOA PORTOFINO ITALY SHORE TOURS
OF 18
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(28)
$399.65

Portofino and Santa Margherita Private Tour of Ligurian Gems

Discover the jewels of the Ligurian coastline—Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure—on a private tour…
6 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.7(25)
$416.78

Private Portofino & Santa Margherita Tour: Scenic Riviera Gems

Set off on a memorable private walking tour through two of Italy’s most charming towns: Portofino and Santa…
6 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
5.0(14)
$639.45

I found my love in Portofino, private tour

Hiking through Portofino Park to reach the secluded village of San Fruttuoso, nestled between crystal-clear…
5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
5.0(4)
$543.79

Private Portofino and Santa Margherita Shore Excursion from Port

Experience the beauty of Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure on an unforgettable journey along the Italian…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
5.0(3)
$342.56

Scenic Private Hiking Tour from Portofino to S. Fruttuoso

Join us on an unforgettable journey along the stunning Ligurian coastline with our Portofino to San Fruttuoso…
6 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
5.0(3)
$45.67

Discover Portofino on a Guided Walking Tour

Explore the charming village of Portofino on a concise 40-minute walking tour led by a professional local…
40 MINBOOK ON VIATOR
5.0(1)
$76.51

Cruse-Friendly Portofino and Santa Margherita Excursion

Are you a cruise passenger visiting Portofino? Make the most of your time ashore with a beautifully planned…
6 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
5.0(1)
$77.65

Deluxe Cruise-Friendly Portofino & Santa Margherita Ligure Tour

Are you a cruise passenger visiting Portofino? Make the most of your time ashore with a scenic journey…
6 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR

These are the eight most reviewed. Genoa Portofino Italy has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

10 Night Western Mediterranean (Genoa Roundtrip)

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 AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 74% of all cruises
7.4/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN08 PORTS
01

Genoa Portofino Italy 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Genoa and Portofino are generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance against petty crime like pickpocketing is advised.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Marseille (Provence) 🇫🇷

France · FranceCAUTION

Travelers in Marseille should stay vigilant in certain neighborhoods due to higher crime rates and secure their belongings in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Malaga 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers in Malaga should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and popular attractions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Cadiz (Seville) 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the safe and welcoming atmosphere of Cadiz.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Lisbon 🇵🇹

Portugal · PortugalMODERATE

Travelers in Lisbon should stay vigilant in crowded areas and on public transport to avoid petty theft and keep belongings secure.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Alicante 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers in Alicante should stay vigilant against petty theft, especially in crowded areas, while securing their belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

Mahon (mao) 🇪🇸

Menorca, Balearic Islands · SpainSAFE

Mahon is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, though travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
08

Olbia 🇮🇹

Sardinia · ItalyMODERATE

Olbia is generally safe for travelers, but vigilance against petty theft and pickpocketing is advised in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MSC Opera Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsMSC
MSC Opera cruise ship exterior
MSC · LIRICA
CHRISTENED
2004
STATEROOMS
1,068
TONNAGE
65,591GT
51.9% BELOW AVG· vs avg 136,380 GT
YEAR BUILT
2004
9 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2013
LENGTH
902ft
12.4% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,030 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,679cruisers
40.4% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,494 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The MSC Opera has a construction date of 2004 and a total size of 65,591 gross tons. The ship measures 902 feet in length. MSC Opera is included in MSC's Lirica class. At full capacity, the Opera holds 2,679 passengers. That includes 1,951 cruise vacationers and 728 staff members. The Opera total number of staterooms is 1,068.

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// 09 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for yourMSC Opera·September 30, 2026sailing
  • Marseille (Provence), France (Thu, Oct 1), Malaga, Spain (Sat, Oct 3), Cadiz (Seville), Spain (Sun, Oct 4), Lisbon, Portugal (Mon, Oct 5), Alicante, Spain (Wed, Oct 7), Mahon (mao), Menorca, Balearic Islands (Thu, Oct 8) and Olbia, Sardinia (Fri, Oct 9), with 2 days at sea.

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Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 11, 2026
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