MSC Orchestra - 8/25/2025
The August 25, 2025 cruise on the MSC Orchestra departs from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy. On this 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Rome Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Orchestra sets sail on Monday, Aug 25th and returns on Monday, Sep 1st.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Orchestra cruise ship departing August 25, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $933 ($134 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,050 ($151 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 11%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MSC Orchestra - August 25, 2025 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aug 25th | Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy |
| 2 | Aug 26th | Genoa Portofino Italy |
| 3 | Aug 27th | Marseille (Provence), France |
| 4 | Aug 28th | Barcelona, Spain |
| 5 | Aug 29th | Ibiza, Balearic Islands |
| 6 | Aug 30th | At Sea |
| 7 | Aug 31st | Cagliari, Sardinia |
| 8 | Sep 1st | Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy |
The MSC Orchestra sails on August 25, 2025 for a 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Rome Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Sep 1st at 8:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MSC Orchestra will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
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Cruise Ship
MSC Orchestra
MSC ORCHESTRA SIZE
The Orchestra has a construction date of 2007 and a total size of 92,409 gross tons. The ship measures 964 feet (294 meters) in length. MSC Orchestra is included in MSC’s Musica Class. At full capacity, the MSC Orchestra holds 4,187 passengers. That includes 3,200 cruise vacationers and 987 staff members. The Orchestra total number of staterooms is 1,269.
MSC Orchestra Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:92,409 GT
- Length:964 ft (294 m)
- Beam:106 ft (32 m)
- Draft:22 ft (7 m)
- Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
- Year Built:2007
- Years Served:2007 - Present
- Capacity:3,200
- Crew Members:987
- Total on Board:4,187
- Total Staterooms:1,269
- Flagged Country:Panama
- Ship Cost:480 Million
- Status:active
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Cruise Ports
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, offers docking at Civitavecchia Port with excursions to Rome. Travelers explore Colosseum and Pantheon. Excursions visit Vatican City’s Sistine Chapel. Local markets sell gelato. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes carbonara, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like Murano glass, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Civitavecchia’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Civitavecchia an engaging destination. (126 words)
Geographic Harbour, Katmai National Park, Alaska, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with zodiacs to volcanic shores. Travelers spot brown bears fishing for salmon. Excursions explore tidal flats and rugged coasts. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather. Photography captures bears and volcanic landscapes. Dining onboard includes salmon chowder. Souvenirs, like bear prints, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover park ecology. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate. Binoculars enhance wildlife spotting. Geographic Harbour’s wild beauty offers a thrilling Alaskan stop, immersing travelers in its pristine wilderness.
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)
Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region. (126 words)
Ibiza, Balearic Islands, Spain, has docking at Ibiza Port. Travelers explore Dalt Vila’s UNESCO-listed old town. Excursions visit Es Vedrà’s mystical rock. Local markets sell hierbas liqueur. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather. Photography captures whitewashed streets and turquoise seas. Dining onboard includes paella, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like espadrilles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Balearic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance old town walks. Ibiza’s vibrant culture offers a lively Spanish stop, blending history with island allure.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Cagliari, Sardinia, offers docking at Cagliari Port. Travelers explore Poetto Beach and Castello district. Excursions visit Nora’s ancient ruins. Local markets sell malloreddus. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval towers and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes fregola con frutti di mare, a Sardinian favorite. Souvenirs, like cork crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Nuragic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cagliari’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic beaches, making Cagliari an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, offers docking at Civitavecchia Port with excursions to Rome. Travelers explore Colosseum and Pantheon. Excursions visit Vatican City’s Sistine Chapel. Local markets sell gelato. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes carbonara, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like Murano glass, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Civitavecchia’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Civitavecchia an engaging destination. (126 words)