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MSC Orchestra itinerary map for May 22, 2027 (7 nights)
MSC Orchestra itinerary map for May 22, 2027 (7 nights)
7 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Bari, Italy
MSCMSC Orchestra

MSC Orchestra
May 22, 2027

7-Night Eastern Mediterranean aboard MSC Orchestra · Departing May 22, 2027 from the Port of Bari, Italy.

Interior from$1,087/ guest
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// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the Orchestra departs from Bari, Italy on Saturday, May 22, 2027 and returns on Saturday, May 29th. May weather across this route averages 88°/52°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.3 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.3OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 73% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
7
night cruise
Sat → Sat
02
Bari
departure port
Italy
03
6
port stops
Mediterranean
04
1
sea day
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

The MSC Orchestra, operated by MSC Cruise Line, sets sail on Saturday, May 22, 2027 from Bari, Italy for a 7-night Eastern Mediterranean cruise. This itinerary includes 6 unique port stops and 1 day at sea. May weather across the route averages 88°F highs and 52°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.3 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $1,087, 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 Orchestra sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

MSC Orchestra May 22, 2027 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MSC Orchestra May 22, 2027 Price & Tracking

MSC ORCHESTRA·MAY 22, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Orchestra cruise ship departing May 22, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,087 ($156 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $987 ($142 per night), this represents a recent increase of 10%.

MSC Orchestra cruise departing May 22, 20277-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,087 ($156 per night). Average price: $987.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
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This cabin
Avg $987
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
MSC Orchestra · May 22, 2027
$1,087
$156 per night · 7 nights
10% above average
Avg $987

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Bari Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMAY 22, 2027
The MSC Orchestra sails on May 22, 2027 for a 7 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Bari Roundtrip) (Bari Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Bari, Italy at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of Bari, Italy on May 29th at 7:00 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 22, 2027
8 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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7 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · BARI
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Bari Roundtrip) Port List

MSC Orchestra·May 22, 2027
Bari, Italy — Day 1 of MSC Orchestra May 22, 2027 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·MAY 22

Bari

Italy
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 PM

Bari, Italy, offers docking at Bari Port. Travelers explore Basilica of San Nicola and Bari Vecchia. Excursions visit Alberobello’s trulli houses. Local markets sell orecchiette. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval alleys and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes tiella, an Apulian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Bari’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Bari an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Apulia region.

Mykonos, Greece — Day 3 of MSC Orchestra May 22, 2027 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
MONDAY·MAY 24

Mykonos

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
10:00 PM

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.

Piraeus (Athens), Greece — Day 4 of MSC Orchestra May 22, 2027 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·MAY 25

Piraeus (Athens)

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
6:00 PM

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.

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece — Day 5 of MSC Orchestra May 22, 2027 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
WEDNESDAY·MAY 26

Katakolon (Olympia)

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
7:00 PM

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece, offers docking at Katakolon Port with excursions to Olympia. Travelers explore Ancient Olympia and Archaeological Museum. Excursions visit Kourouta Beach. Local markets sell loukoumades. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient stadiums and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Peloponnesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Katakolon’s historic charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic beaches, making Katakolon an engaging destination.

Cephalonia, Greek Isle — Day 6 of MSC Orchestra May 22, 2027 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·MAY 27

Cephalonia

Greek Isle
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
7:00 PM

Cephalonia (Kefalonia), Greece, docks at Argostoli Port, a 10-minute walk to downtown, population 35,000. Travelers visit Melissani Cave, 20 minutes east, for underground lake boat tours. Local markets sell thyme honey. Excursions to Myrtos Beach, 30 minutes north, offer swimming. Peak season May to September; taxis 5-10 EUR. Dining includes kreatopita at harbor tavernas. Souvenirs feature olive oil soaps.

Corfu, Greece — Day 7 of MSC Orchestra May 22, 2027 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
FRIDAY·MAY 28

Corfu

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
7:00 PM

Corfu, Greece, offers docking at Corfu Port. Travelers explore Old Fortress and Achilleion Palace. Excursions include Paleokastritsa’s beaches. Local markets sell kumquat liqueur. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Venetian architecture and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes pastitsada, a Corfiot favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ionian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Corfu’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic beaches, making Corfu an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Ionian Islands.

// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Bari Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

MSC Orchestra·May 22, 2027
MAY FORECAST · BARI
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
70°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
92°
AVG LOW
47°
AVG RAINFALL
1.5"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT BARI
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
70°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

MSC Orchestra May 22, 2027 Excursions

MSC Orchestra·May 22, 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
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this MSC Orchestra itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Bari 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 73% of all cruises
7.3/10 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

Bari 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant in Bari, securing belongings and avoiding less populated areas after dark to minimize safety risks.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Mykonos 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceMODERATE

Travelers in Mykonos should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas during peak season.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Piraeus (Athens) 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceMODERATE

Piraeus is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised at night and in crowded areas due to petty theft and potential disruptions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Katakolon (Olympia) 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceMODERATE

Katakolon is a safe cruise port with low crime and secure surroundings, allowing travelers to explore Olympia with minimal risk.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Cephalonia 🇬🇷

Greek Isle · GreeceMODERATE

Cephalonia is generally safe for tourists, with a low crime rate and minimal risk of petty theft, though standard precautions are advised.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Corfu 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceMODERATE

Travelers to Corfu should remain vigilant in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing and scams while enjoying the island's attractions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MSC Orchestra Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsMSC
MSC Orchestra
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.

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// 09 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for yourMSC Orchestra·May 22, 2027sailing
  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,087 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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