ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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5:00 PM
Embarkation day. MSC Opera sails at 5:00 PM.
9 nights · 7 ports
Round-trip · Marseille, France
MSCMSC Opera
MSC Opera
October 1, 2026
9-Night Western Mediterranean aboard MSC Opera · Departing October 1, 2026 from the Port of Marseille, France.
// AT A GLANCE
MSC Opera October 1, 2026 Cruise Overview
MSC Opera leaves Marseille (Provence), France on Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 5:00 PM and returns Saturday, October 10 at 9:00 AM: 9 nights with 6 ports of call (Malaga, Cadiz, Lisbon, Alicante, Mahon and Olbia) and 2 days at sea. It is the only upcoming departure of this itinerary on MSC Opera. October 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 7 ports.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
MSC Opera October 1, 2026 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE
MSC Opera October 1, 2026 Price & Tracking
MSC OPERA·OCTOBER 1, 2026
The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Opera cruise ship departing October 1, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $669 ($75 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $727 ($81 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 8%.
MSC Opera cruise departing October 1, 2026 — 9-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $669 ($75 per night). Average price: $727.
// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $737
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
MSC Opera · October 1, 2026
$669
$75 per night · 9 nights
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9% below average
Avg $737 · You save $68
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// 03 · ITINERARY
9 Night Western Mediterranean (Marseille Roundtrip) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapOCTOBER 1, 2026
All 10 days of the MSC Opera October 1, 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.
// 04 · PORTS
9 Night Western Mediterranean (Marseille Roundtrip) Port List
MSC Opera·October 1, 2026
Day 2 · Friday · Oct 2
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Opera — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.
Day 6 · Tuesday · Oct 6
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Opera.
// 05 · WEATHER
9 Night Western Mediterranean (Marseille Roundtrip) Weather Forecast
MSC Opera·October 1, 2026
// YEAR-ROUND AT MARSEILLE (PROVENCE)
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS
Most Popular Marseille 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.
7 PORTS OF CALL·2,139 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST MARSEILLE SHORE TOURSBest Marseille Shore ToursCURATED FROM 252 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT
OF 252TOP PRODUCT
4.8(651)
$84.50
Marseille Food Tour – Full Meal of Local Tastes by Do Eat Better
Our Marseille Food Tour is a walking tour in small groups around the Vieux Port area. You will guided by a…
3.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.1(391)
$91.35
Marseille Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing Tour of Marseille
Discover the highlights of Marseille on this half-day guided tour. Begin with a visit to the Old Port and the…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.6(344)
$78.79
Calanques Panorama e-bike tour in Marseille - National Park
Ride the most breathtaking panoramic route in the Calanques National Park on a small-group electric bike…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.7(319)
$90.21
Electric Bike Tour to the Calanques from Marseille
Spend a day riding along the breathtaking Mediterranean coast on this electric bike tour from Marseille…
7 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.7(307)
$84.50
Marseille Shore Excursion: Half Day Tour of Marseille by Electric Bike
Specially designed for cruise passengers, this tour will show you the best of Marseille with free pick up and…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
5.0(250)
$626.89
Shore Excursion: Drive a Convertible to Cassis & Calanques
Discover the French coast in a Convertible! Get behind the wheel of your own convertible and experience…
7 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.6(118)
$68.51
Guided kayak excursion in creeks
The half-day guided tour is a unique experience. After putting the kayaks in the water and leaving the port…
3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
4.4(115)
$176.99
Small Group Marseille Shore Excursion: Marseille and Cassis Tour
Discover the delightful cliffs, coves and villages around Marseille on this full-day shore excursion. From…
7 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
These are the eight most reviewed. Marseille has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.
SEE ALL MARSEILLE EXCURSIONSPricing and availability are provided by the operator. Booking happens on their own site — MSC Opera sails October 1, 2026, and Gangwaze earns a commission at no extra cost to you.
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE
Itinerary Safety Score
9 Night Western Mediterranean (Marseille 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.
// 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 BREAKDOWN07 PORTS
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
Travelers in Malaga should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and popular attractions.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the safe and welcoming atmosphere of Cadiz.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
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
Travelers in Alicante should stay vigilant against petty theft, especially in crowded areas, while securing their belongings.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
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
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
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.
// 09 · MORE CRUISES
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// 09 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for yourMSC Opera·October 1, 2026sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 10, 2026
