14 Night Southern Caribbean (Fort De France Roundtrip)
MSC Opera
MSC Opera
November 20, 2026
14 Night Southern Caribbean

MSC Opera - 11/20/2026

The November 20, 2026 cruise on the MSC Opera departs from Fort-De-France, Martinique. On this 14 Night Southern Caribbean (Fort De France Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 10 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Opera sets sail on Friday, Nov 20th and returns on Friday, Dec 4th.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Fort-De-France
Martinique
Port Stops
10
Sea Days
2

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Opera cruise ship departing November 20, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,188 ($85 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,162 ($84 per night), this represents a recent increase of 2%.

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

MSC Opera - November 20, 2026 - 14 Nights

DayDatePort
1Nov 19thFort-De-France, Martinique
2Nov 21stPointe-A-Pitre, Guadeloupe
3Nov 22ndTortola, British Virgin Islands
4Nov 23rdLa Romana, Dominican Republic
5Nov 24thSamana, Dominican Republic
6Nov 25thSpanish Town, Virgin Gorda, B.v.i.
7Nov 26thPhilipsburg, St. Maarten
8Nov 27thBasseterre, St. Kitts
9Nov 27thAt Sea
10Nov 29thCatalina Island (isla Catalina), Dominican Republic
11Nov 30thLa Romana, Dominican Republic
12Dec 1stCatalina Island (isla Catalina), Dominican Republic
13Dec 1stAt Sea
14Dec 3rdBridgetown, Barbados
15Dec 4thFort-De-France, Martinique
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The MSC Opera sails on November 20, 2026 for a 14 Night Southern Caribbean (Fort De France Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Fort-De-France, Martinique at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Fort-De-France, Martinique on Dec 4th at 7:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the MSC Opera will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Itinerary Safety Score

Based on my 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
69 / 100
safer than 69% of all cruises
69
7
/ 10
Fort-De-France, Martinique
Fort-De-France
Fort-De-France is generally safe for tourists, but staying vigilant, especially in crowded areas, is essential to avoid petty theft.
6
/ 10
Pointe-A-Pitre, Guadeloupe
Pointe-A-Pitre
Pointe-à-Pitre is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty crime, especially in less populated areas at night.
7
/ 10
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Tortola
Tortola is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant and exercise caution, especially after dark.
7
/ 10
La Romana, Dominican Republic
La Romana
In La Romana, stay vigilant and take precautions in less populated areas to minimize crime risks while enjoying the attractions.
6
/ 10
Samana, Dominican Republic
Samana
Travelers in Samana should remain vigilant against petty theft and take standard precautions to ensure a safe visit.
8
/ 10
Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda, B.v.i.
Spanish Town
Spanish Town is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should stay vigilant against petty theft, especially in tourist areas.
7
/ 10
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Philipsburg
Philipsburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure personal belongings.
7
/ 10
Basseterre, St. Kitts
Basseterre
Basseterre is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's wise to stay vigilant against petty theft and avoid poorly lit areas at night.
8
/ 10
Catalina Island (isla Catalina), Dominican Republic
Catalina Island
Catalina Island is a low-crime, secure destination with organized tours and good security measures, ensuring a safe experience for travelers.
7
/ 10
Bridgetown, Barbados
Bridgetown
Travelers should stay vigilant in busy areas of Bridgetown, as petty crime and scams can occur, and secure personal belongings.

Cruise Ship

MSC Opera Size Infographic

MSC Opera

66 k
tonnage
902 ft
length
2004
year built
1,068
cabins
2,679
passengers
728
crew

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.

To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for MSC Opera Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
NOV 202026
D:6:00 PM

Fort-de-France, Martinique, offers docking at Fort-de-France Port. Travelers explore Fort St. Louis and Balata Gardens. Excursions include snorkeling at Anse Dufour. Local markets sell accras. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes colombo, a Martinican favorite. Souvenirs, like rum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Fort-de-France’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Martinican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and scenic gardens, making Fort-de-France an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day2
NOV 212026
A:6:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe, provides docking at Pointe-à-Pitre Port. Travelers explore La Soufrière volcano and Memorial ACTe museum. Excursions visit Marie-Galante’s beaches. Local markets sell accras. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes colombo, a Guadeloupean curry. Souvenirs, like rum bottles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Pointe-à-Pitre’s vibrant island allure offers a dynamic Guadeloupean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders, cultural heritage, and scenic beaches, making Pointe-à-Pitre an engaging destination for exploring Guadeloupe’s Caribbean beauty and history.

Day3
NOV 222026
British Virgin Islands
A:7:00 AMD:2:00 PM

Tortola, British Virgin Islands, offers docking at Road Town Port. Travelers explore Sage Mountain and Cane Garden Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at The Baths. Local markets sell painkillers. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic hills and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes roti, a BVI favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Tortola’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and marine adventures, making Tortola an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day4
NOV 232026
A:8:00 AMD:9:00 PM

La Romana, Dominican Republic, offers docking at La Romana Port. Travelers explore Altos de Chavón and Saona Island. Excursions include snorkeling at Catalina Island. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial villages and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. La Romana’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural villages and scenic islands, making La Romana an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day5
NOV 242026
Dominican Republic
A:10:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Samana, Dominican Republic, offers docking at Samana Port. Travelers explore Los Haitises National Park and El Limón Waterfall. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures karst landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like coconut crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance waterfall hikes. Samana’s natural charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of lush parks and marine adventures, making Samana an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day6
NOV 252026
A:12:00 PMD:8:00 PM

Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda, BVI, offers docking at Spanish Town Port. Travelers explore The Baths’ granite boulders and Devil’s Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at Savannah Bay. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo, a BVI favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Spanish Town’s island allure offers a vibrant BVI stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and marine adventures, making Spanish Town an engaging destination.

Day7
NOV 262026
Netherlands Antilles
A:7:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Philipsburg, St. Maarten, offers docking at Philipsburg Port. Travelers explore Front Street and Maho Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Cupecoy Bay. Local markets sell guavaberry liqueur. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures plane landings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Maarten favorite. Souvenirs, like Dutch crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Philipsburg’s vibrant charm offers a lively stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of bustling markets and scenic beaches, making Philipsburg an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day8
NOV 272026
St Kitts And Nevis
A:8:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Basseterre, St. Kitts, offers docking at Port Zante. Travelers explore Brimstone Hill Fortress and Romney Manor. Excursions include snorkeling at Shitten Bay. Local markets sell johnnycakes. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes goat water, a St. Kitts favorite. Souvenirs, like batik crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Basseterre’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO fortresses and scenic beaches, making Basseterre an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day9
NOV 282026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day10
NOV 292026
Dominican Republic
A:7:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Catalina Island (Isla Catalina), Dominican Republic, anchors offshore with zodiacs to the beach, a nature reserve. Travelers snorkel The Wall for coral drop-offs. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season December to April; boats from La Romana 20 USD. Photography captures sea fans. Dining limited to ship; local sancocho offered. Souvenirs include larimar pendants. Briefings stress reef protection.

Day11
NOV 302026
A:6:00 AMD:9:00 PM

La Romana, Dominican Republic, offers docking at La Romana Port. Travelers explore Altos de Chavón and Saona Island. Excursions include snorkeling at Catalina Island. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial villages and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. La Romana’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural villages and scenic islands, making La Romana an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day12
DEC 12026
Dominican Republic
A:6:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Catalina Island (Isla Catalina), Dominican Republic, anchors offshore with zodiacs to the beach, a nature reserve. Travelers snorkel The Wall for coral drop-offs. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season December to April; boats from La Romana 20 USD. Photography captures sea fans. Dining limited to ship; local sancocho offered. Souvenirs include larimar pendants. Briefings stress reef protection.

Day13
DEC 22026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day14
DEC 32026
A:8:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Bridgetown, Barbados, offers docking at Bridgetown Port. Travelers explore Harrison’s Cave and Bathsheba Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Carlisle Bay. Local markets sell flying fish cutters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone caves and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cou-cou, a Bajan favorite. Souvenirs, like rum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bajan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Bridgetown’s vibrant charm offers a lively Barbadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic beaches, making Bridgetown an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day15
DEC 42026
A:7:00 AM

Fort-de-France, Martinique, offers docking at Fort-de-France Port. Travelers explore Fort St. Louis and Balata Gardens. Excursions include snorkeling at Anse Dufour. Local markets sell accras. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes colombo, a Martinican favorite. Souvenirs, like rum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Fort-de-France’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Martinican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and scenic gardens, making Fort-de-France an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)