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The MSC Orchestra departs on May 21st, 2027 and returns 7 nights later.

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MSCMSC Orchestra

MSC Orchestra
May 21, 2027

7-Night Western Mediterranean aboard MSC Orchestra · Departing May 21, 2027 from the Port of Tarragona, Spain.

// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the Orchestra departs from Tarragona, Spain on Friday, May 21, 2027 and returns on Friday, May 28th. May weather across this route averages 84°/44°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.4 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE

MODERATE TIER

Safer than 74% of all cruises

Ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

FULL BREAKDOWN →

night cruise

Fri → Fri

Tarragona

departure port

Spain

port stops

Mediterranean

sea day

Day 3

// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

MSC Orchestra May 21, 2027 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MSC Orchestra May 21, 2027 Price & Tracking

MSC ORCHESTRA·MAY 21, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Orchestra cruise ship departing May 21, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $906 ($130 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $906 ($130 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE

Last 6 months · refreshes daily

This cabin

Avg $906

LIVE RATE

INSIDE CABIN

MSC Orchestra · May 21, 2027

$906

$130 per night · 7 nights

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0% below average

Avg $906

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MSC Orchestra May 21, 2027 — recent price snapshots

Date

Inside

Oceanview

Balcony

Suite

Oct 24, 2025

$906

$1,001

$1,107

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Oct 23, 2025

$906

$1,001

$1,107

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Oct 22, 2025

$906

$1,001

$1,107

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Tarragona Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMAY 21, 2027

The MSC Orchestra sails on May 21, 2027 for a 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Tarragona Roundtrip) (Tarragona Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Tarragona, Spain at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Tarragona, Spain on May 28th at 9:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MSC Orchestra will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 day at sea.

// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE

MSC Orchestra

MAY 21, 2027

8 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓

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7 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS

ROUND-TRIP · TARRAGONA

// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Tarragona Roundtrip) Port List

MSC Orchestra·May 21, 2027

DAY

EMBARKATION

FRIDAY·MAY 21

Tarragona

Spain

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

6:00 PM

Tarragona, Spain, offers docking at Tarragona Port. Travelers explore Roman Amphitheatre and Tarragona Cathedral. Excursions visit Montserrat’s monastery. Local markets sell calcots. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes paella, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Tarragona’s ancient charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO sites and scenic coasts, making Tarragona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Costa Daurada.

MAY FORECAST

65°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Valencia, Spain — Day 2 of MSC Orchestra May 21, 2027 cruise

DAY

PORT 1

SATURDAY·MAY 22

Valencia

Spain

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

6:00 PM

Valencia, Spain, offers docking at Valencia Port. Travelers explore City of Arts and Sciences and La Lonja. Excursions visit Albufera’s lagoon. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures futuristic architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes horchata, a Valencian 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 city walks. Valencia’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and scenic coasts, making Valencia an engaging destination for exploration.

MAY FORECAST

69°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

La Spezia (cinque Terre), Italy — Day 4 of MSC Orchestra May 21, 2027 cruise

DAY

PORT 3

MONDAY·MAY 24

La Spezia (cinque Terre)

Italy

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

8:00 AM

6:00 PM

La Spezia (Cinque Terre), Italy, docks at Porto di La Spezia, 2 kilometers from downtown, with shuttles for 10-minute rides. La Spezia, population 90,000, serves as a gateway to Cinque Terre, 30 minutes north by train. Travelers explore Riomaggiore’s colorful villages. Local markets sell focaccia. Excursions to Portovenere, 20 minutes south, visit San Pietro Church. Peak season May to September; taxis 5-10 EUR. Dining includes pesto pasta at harbor trattorias. Souvenirs feature ceramic tiles.

MAY FORECAST

62°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy — Day 5 of MSC Orchestra May 21, 2027 cruise

DAY

PORT 4

TUESDAY·MAY 25

Civitavecchia (Rome)

Italy

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

7:00 PM

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.

MAY FORECAST

65°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Genoa Portofino Italy — Day 6 of MSC Orchestra May 21, 2027 cruise

DAY

PORT 5

WEDNESDAY·MAY 26

Genoa Portofino Italy

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

9:00 AM

6:00 PM

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.

MAY FORECAST

60°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Marseille (Provence), France — Day 7 of MSC Orchestra May 21, 2027 cruise

DAY

PORT 6

THURSDAY·MAY 27

Marseille (Provence)

France

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

9:00 AM

6:00 PM

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.

MAY FORECAST

63°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Tarragona, Spain — Day 8 of MSC Orchestra May 21, 2027 cruise

DAY

DISEMBARKATION

FRIDAY·MAY 28

Tarragona

Spain

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

9:00 AM

—

Returning to Tarragona — see Day 1 above for port info.

MAY FORECAST

65°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Tarragona Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

MSC Orchestra·May 21, 2027

MAY FORECAST · TARRAGONA

Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.

65°

AVG · °F

Mostly sunny days

AVG HIGH

84°

AVG LOW

46°

AVG RAINFALL

1.9"

Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo

// YEAR-ROUND AT TARRAGONA

Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.

AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN

// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

MSC Orchestra May 21, 2027 Excursions

MSC Orchestra·May 21, 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.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Tarragona 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

LOWHIGH

Safer than 74% of all cruises

7.4/10 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 BREAKDOWN06 PORTS

01

Tarragona 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Tarragona is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid pickpocketing.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

02

Valencia 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Valencia is a safe cruise port with a low crime rate, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in busy areas.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

03

La Spezia (cinque Terre) 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalySAFE

La Spezia is a safe destination for travelers, but they should remain vigilant for pickpocketing in crowded areas during peak seasons.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

04

Civitavecchia (Rome) 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Civitavecchia is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas and near attractions.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

05

Genoa Portofino Italy 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Genoa and Portofino are generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance against petty crime like pickpocketing is advised.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

06

Marseille (Provence) 🇫🇷

France · FranceCAUTION

Travelers in Marseille should stay vigilant in certain neighborhoods due to higher crime rates and secure their belongings in crowded areas.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MSC Orchestra Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsMSC

MSC · MUSICA

CHRISTENED

2007

STATEROOMS

1,269

TONNAGE

92,409GT

32.2% BELOW AVG· vs avg 136,380 GT

YEAR BUILT

2007

6 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2013

LENGTH

964ft

6.4% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,030 ft

PASSENGER COUNT

3,200cruisers

28.8% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,494 cruisers

// ABOUT THE SHIP

The MSC Orchestra has a construction date of 2007 and a total size of 92,409 gross tons. The ship measures 964 feet in length. MSC Orchestra is included in MSC's Musica class. At full capacity, the Orchestra holds 3,200 passengers. That includes 2,213 cruise vacationers and 987 staff members. The Orchestra total number of staterooms is 1,269.