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MSC Opera itinerary map for January 1, 2027 (14 nights)
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14 nights · 10 ports
Round-trip · Fort-De-France, Martinique
MSCMSC Opera

MSC Opera
January 1, 2027

14-Night Southern Caribbean aboard MSC Opera · Departing January 1, 2027 from the Port of Fort-De-France, Martinique.

Interior from$1,674/ guest
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// AT A GLANCE

This 14-night cruise aboard the Opera departs from Fort-De-France, Martinique on Friday, January 1, 2027 and returns on Friday, Jan 15th. January weather across this route averages 85°/71°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.0 out of 10, averaged across 10 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.0OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 70% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
14
night cruise
Fri → Fri
02
Fort-De-France
departure port
Martinique
03
10
port stops
Caribbean
04
2
sea days
Day 9
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS
01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

The MSC Opera, operated by MSC Cruise Line, sets sail on Friday, January 1, 2027 from Fort-De-France, Martinique for a 14-night Southern Caribbean cruise. This itinerary includes 10 unique port stops and 2 days at sea. January weather across the route averages 85°F highs and 71°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.0 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $1,674, with daily price tracking available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this MSC Opera sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

MSC Opera January 1, 2027 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MSC Opera January 1, 2027 Price & Tracking

MSC OPERA·JANUARY 1, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Opera cruise ship departing January 1, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,674 ($120 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,544 ($111 per night), this represents a recent increase of 8%.

MSC Opera cruise departing January 1, 2027 — 14-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,674 ($120 per night). Average price: $1,544.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
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Avg $1,544
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INSIDE CABIN
MSC Opera · January 1, 2027
$1,674
$120 per night · 14 nights
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8% above average
Avg $1,544

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// 03 · ITINERARY

14 Night Southern Caribbean (Fort De France Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapJANUARY 1, 2027
The MSC Opera sails on January 1, 2027 for a 14 Night Southern Caribbean (Fort De France Roundtrip) (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 Jan 15th at 7:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the MSC Opera will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
MSC Opera
JANUARY 1, 2027
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14 NIGHTS · 9 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · FORT-DE-FRANCE
// 04 · PORTS

14 Night Southern Caribbean (Fort De France Roundtrip) Port List

MSC Opera·January 1, 2027
Fort-De-France, Martinique — Day 1 of MSC Opera January 1, 2027 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
FRIDAY·JAN 1

Fort-De-France

Martinique
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
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.

JANUARY FORECAST
79°F avg · Avg
St. John's, Antigua — Day 2 of MSC Opera January 1, 2027 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
SATURDAY·JAN 2

St. John's

Antigua
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

St. John’s, Antigua, offers docking at St. John’s Port. Travelers explore Nelson’s Dockyard and Shirley Heights. Excursions include snorkeling at Cades Reef. Local markets sell fungi. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial docks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes pepperpot, an Antiguan 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. St. John’s vibrant charm offers a lively Antiguan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic dockyards and scenic beaches, making St. John’s an engaging destination for exploration.

JANUARY FORECAST
79°F avg · Avg
Tortola, British Virgin Islands — Day 3 of MSC Opera January 1, 2027 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
SUNDAY·JAN 3

Tortola

British Virgin Islands
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
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.

JANUARY FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
La Romana, Dominican Republic — Day 4 of MSC Opera January 1, 2027 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
MONDAY·JAN 4

La Romana

Dominican Republic
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
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.

JANUARY FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
Samana, Dominican Republic — Day 5 of MSC Opera January 1, 2027 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
TUESDAY·JAN 5

Samana

Dominican Republic
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
10:00 AM
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.

JANUARY FORECAST
77°F avg · Avg
Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda, B.v.i. — Day 6 of MSC Opera January 1, 2027 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
WEDNESDAY·JAN 6

Spanish Town

Virgin Gorda, B.v.i.
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
12:00 PM
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.

JANUARY FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
Basseterre, St. Kitts — Day 7 of MSC Opera January 1, 2027 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
THURSDAY·JAN 7

Basseterre

St. Kitts
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 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.

JANUARY FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
Philipsburg, St. Maarten — Day 8 of MSC Opera January 1, 2027 cruise
DAY
8
PORT 7
FRIDAY·JAN 8

Philipsburg

St. Maarten
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
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.

JANUARY FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
Catalina Island (isla Catalina), Dominican Republic — Day 10 of MSC Opera January 1, 2027 cruise
DAY
10
PORT 9
SUNDAY·JAN 10

Catalina Island (isla Catalina)

Dominican Republic
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
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.

JANUARY FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
Bridgetown, Barbados — Day 14 of MSC Opera January 1, 2027 cruise
DAY
14
PORT 13
THURSDAY·JAN 14

Bridgetown

Barbados
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
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.

JANUARY FORECAST
79°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

14 Night Southern Caribbean (Fort De France Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

MSC Opera·January 1, 2027
JAN FORECAST · FORT-DE-FRANCE
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
79°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
82°
AVG LOW
75°
AVG RAINFALL
2.6"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT FORT-DE-FRANCE
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
79°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

MSC Opera January 1, 2027 Excursions

MSC Opera·January 1, 2027

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
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Browse shore excursions for each port on this MSC Opera itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

14 Night Southern Caribbean (Fort De France 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 70% of all cruises
7.0/10 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 BREAKDOWN10 PORTS
01

Fort-De-France 🇲🇶

Martinique · MartiniqueMODERATE

Fort-De-France is generally safe for tourists, but staying vigilant, especially in crowded areas, is essential to avoid petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

St. John's 🌍

Antigua · AntiguaMODERATE

St. John's is generally safe for travelers, but vigilance is advised due to potential petty theft and risks in certain neighborhoods after dark.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Tortola 🇻🇬

British Virgin Islands · British Virgin IslandsMODERATE

Tortola is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant and exercise caution, especially after dark.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

La Romana 🇩🇴

Dominican Republic · Dominican RepublicMODERATE

In La Romana, stay vigilant and take precautions in less populated areas to minimize crime risks while enjoying the attractions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Samana 🇩🇴

Dominican Republic · Dominican RepublicCAUTION

Travelers in Samana should remain vigilant against petty theft and take standard precautions to ensure a safe visit.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Spanish Town 🇻🇬

Virgin Gorda, B.v.i. · British Virgin IslandsMODERATE

Spanish Town is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should stay vigilant against petty theft, especially in tourist areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

Basseterre 🌍

St. Kitts · St Kitts And NevisMODERATE

Basseterre is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's wise to stay vigilant against petty theft and avoid poorly lit areas at night.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
08

Philipsburg 🌍

St. Maarten · Netherlands AntillesMODERATE

Philipsburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure personal belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
09

Catalina Island (isla Catalina) 🇩🇴

Dominican Republic · Dominican RepublicMODERATE

Catalina Island is a low-crime, secure destination with organized tours and good security measures, ensuring a safe experience for travelers.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
10

Bridgetown 🇧🇧

Barbados · BarbadosMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant in busy areas of Bridgetown, as petty crime and scams can occur, and secure personal belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MSC Opera Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsMSC
MSC Opera
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 · MORE CRUISES

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