MSC Orchestra - 9/7/2025
The September 7, 2025 cruise on the MSC Orchestra departs from Piraeus (Athens), Greece. On this 7 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Athens Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Orchestra sets sail on Sunday, Sep 7th and returns on Sunday, Sep 14th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Orchestra cruise ship departing September 7, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $979 ($140 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $979 ($140 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MSC Orchestra - September 7, 2025 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sep 7th | Piraeus (Athens), Greece |
| 2 | Sep 8th | Santorini, Greece |
| 3 | Sep 9th | Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey |
| 4 | Sep 10th | At Sea |
| 5 | Sep 11th | Haifa (jerusalem), Israel |
| 6 | Sep 12th | Limassol, Cyprus |
| 7 | Sep 13th | Mykonos, Greece |
| 8 | Sep 14th | Piraeus (Athens), Greece |
| 8 | Sep 7th | Mykonos, Greece |
The MSC Orchestra sails on September 7, 2025 for a 7 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Athens Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece at 10:00 PM and will return to the port of Mykonos, Greece on Sep 14th at N/A. During the 9-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
Piraeus (Athens), Greece, offers docking at Piraeus Port with excursions to Athens. Travelers explore Acropolis and Parthenon. Excursions visit Cape Sounion. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Piraeus’ cultural gateway offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Piraeus an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Santorini, Greece, offers docking at Fira Port with tenders to shore. Travelers explore Oia’s blue-domed churches and Thera ruins. Excursions include sailing to Nea Kameni. Local markets sell fava beans. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures caldera views and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like volcanic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance cliff walks. Santorini’s iconic charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning views and ancient ruins, making Santorini an engaging destination. (126 words)
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey, offers docking at Kusadasi Port with excursions to Ephesus. Travelers explore Ephesus ruins and Artemis Temple. Excursions visit Virgin Mary’s House. Local markets sell baklava. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes kebabs, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenistic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Kusadasi’s historic charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic coasts, making Kusadasi 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!
Haifa, Israel, has docking at Haifa Port with excursions to Jerusalem. Travelers explore Jerusalem’s Old City and Western Wall. Excursions visit Bethlehem’s Nativity Church. Local markets sell shakshuka spices. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather. Photography captures ancient walls and sacred sites. Dining onboard includes sabich, an Israeli favorite. Souvenirs, like religious icons, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover biblical history. Light clothing suits the warm climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city tours. Haifa’s access to Jerusalem offers a spiritual Israeli stop, immersing travelers in its sacred heritage.
Limassol, Cyprus, has docking at Limassol Port. Travelers explore Kourion’s ancient amphitheater. Excursions visit Omodos’ wine villages. Local markets sell commandaria wine. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather. Photography captures Roman ruins and Mediterranean shores. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Cypriot favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cypriot history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance ruin tours. Limassol’s historic charm offers a vibrant Cypriot stop, blending archaeology with coastal beauty.
Mykonos, Greece, offers docking at Mykonos Port. Travelers explore Little Venice and Mykonos Windmills. Excursions include Delos Island ruins. Local markets sell loukoumades. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures whitewashed streets and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cycladic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance island walks. Mykonos’ picturesque charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ruins and scenic beaches, making Mykonos an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Cyclades. (126 words)
Piraeus (Athens), Greece, offers docking at Piraeus Port with excursions to Athens. Travelers explore Acropolis and Parthenon. Excursions visit Cape Sounion. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Piraeus’ cultural gateway offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Piraeus an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Mykonos, Greece, offers docking at Mykonos Port. Travelers explore Little Venice and Mykonos Windmills. Excursions include Delos Island ruins. Local markets sell loukoumades. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures whitewashed streets and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cycladic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance island walks. Mykonos’ picturesque charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ruins and scenic beaches, making Mykonos an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Cyclades. (126 words)