MSC Opera - 10/1/2026
The October 1, 2026 cruise on the MSC Opera departs from Marseille (Provence), France. On this 9 Night Western Mediterranean (Marseille Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Opera sets sail on Thursday, Oct 1st and returns on Saturday, Oct 10th.
Cruise Pricing
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 $679 ($76 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $676 ($76 per night), this represents a recent increase of 0%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MSC Opera - October 1, 2026 - 9 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oct 1st | Marseille (Provence), France |
| 2 | Oct 2nd | At Sea |
| 3 | Oct 3rd | Malaga, Spain |
| 4 | Oct 4th | Cadiz (Seville), Spain |
| 5 | Oct 5th | Lisbon, Portugal |
| 6 | Oct 6th | At Sea |
| 7 | Oct 7th | Alicante, Spain |
| 8 | Oct 8th | Mahon (mao), Menorca, Balearic Islands |
| 9 | Oct 9th | Olbia, Sardinia |
| 10 | Oct 10th | Marseille (Provence), France |
The MSC Opera sails on October 1, 2026 for a 9 Night Western Mediterranean (Marseille Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Marseille (Provence), France at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Marseille (Provence), France on Oct 10th at 9:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the MSC Opera will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 2 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
To see how this compares, click through to see MSC Opera age and stats vs all MSC ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
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Cruise Ports
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. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
Lisbon, Portugal, offers docking at Lisbon Port. Travelers explore Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery. Excursions visit Sintra’s Pena Palace. Local markets sell pastéis de nata. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Manueline architecture and Tagus River vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like azulejo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Age of Exploration history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Lisbon’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic rivers, making Lisbon an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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. (126 words)
Mahon, Menorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, features docking at Mahon Port. Travelers explore the historic Santa Maria Church and Xoriguer Gin Distillery. Excursions visit Ciutadella’s Gothic cathedral and prehistoric Talayotic sites. Local markets sell Mahón cheese. The peak season, May to September, brings warm Mediterranean weather. Photography captures deep-water harbors and limestone cliffs. Dining onboard includes caldereta de langosta, a Menorcan lobster stew. Souvenirs, like espadrilles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Balearic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic site tours. Mahon’s serene harbor and rich archaeological heritage offer a tranquil Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a blend of cultural exploration, scenic beauty, and Menorca’s laid-back island vibe, making it an ideal destination for history and relaxation.
Olbia, Sardinia, Italy, provides docking at Olbia Port. Travelers explore the Basilica of San Simplicio and Nuragic ruins. Excursions visit Porto Cervo’s glamorous coast. Local markets sell pecorino cheese. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval architecture and Emerald Coast vistas. Dining onboard includes culurgiones, a Sardinian pasta. Souvenirs, like cork crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Sardinia’s history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Olbia’s historic and coastal charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient sites, scenic beaches, and Sardinian culture, making Olbia an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s island heritage.
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. (126 words)