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MSC Poesia
December 20, 2023

6-Night Western Mediterranean aboard MSC Poesia · Departing December 20, 2023 from the Port of Civitavecchia, Italy.

// AT A GLANCE

This 6-night cruise aboard the Poesia departs from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 and returns on Tuesday, Dec 26th. December weather across this route averages 63°/24°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.8 out of 10 — Civitavecchia (6.9), Genoa Portofino (7.8), Marseille (5.9), Barcelona (6.6).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE

MODERATE TIER

Safer than 68% of all cruises

Ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

FULL BREAKDOWN →

night cruise

Wed → Tue

Civitavecchia

departure port

Italy

port stops

Mediterranean

sea day

Day 5

// 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 Poesia December 20, 2023 Roll Call

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// 7 CRUISERS · LOCKED

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// 03 · ITINERARY

6 Night Western Mediterranean (Rome To Genoa) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 20, 2023

The MSC Poesia sails on December 20, 2023 for a 6 Night Western Mediterranean (Rome To Genoa) (Civitavecchia (Rome) Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Genoa Portofino Italy on Dec 26th at 7:00 AM. During the 7-day journey, the MSC Poesia will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 1 day at sea.

// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE

MSC Poesia

DECEMBER 20, 2023

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6 NIGHTS · 3 PORTS

ROUND-TRIP · CIVITAVECCHIA (ROME)

// 04 · PORTS

6 Night Western Mediterranean (Rome To Genoa) Port List

MSC Poesia·December 20, 2023

DAY

EMBARKATION

WEDNESDAY·DEC 20

Civitavecchia (Rome)

Italy

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

6:00 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.

DECEMBER FORECAST

49°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Genoa Portofino Italy — Day 2 of MSC Poesia December 20, 2023 cruise

DAY

PORT 1

THURSDAY·DEC 21

Genoa Portofino Italy

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

8:00 AM

4:00 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.

DECEMBER FORECAST

37°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Marseille (Provence), France — Day 3 of MSC Poesia December 20, 2023 cruise

DAY

PORT 2

FRIDAY·DEC 22

Marseille (Provence)

France

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 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.

DECEMBER FORECAST

41°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Barcelona, Spain — Day 4 of MSC Poesia December 20, 2023 cruise

DAY

PORT 3

SATURDAY·DEC 23

Barcelona

Spain

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

6:00 PM

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.

DECEMBER FORECAST

47°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy — Day 6 of MSC Poesia December 20, 2023 cruise

DAY

PORT 5

MONDAY·DEC 25

Civitavecchia (Rome)

Italy

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

6:00 AM

6:00 PM

Returning to Civitavecchia (Rome) — see Day 1 above for port info.

DECEMBER FORECAST

49°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Genoa Portofino Italy — Day 7 of MSC Poesia December 20, 2023 cruise

DAY

DISEMBARKATION

TUESDAY·DEC 26

Genoa Portofino Italy

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

—

Returning to Genoa Portofino Italy — see Day 2 above for port info.

DECEMBER FORECAST

37°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

// 05 · WEATHER

6 Night Western Mediterranean (Rome To Genoa) Weather Forecast

MSC Poesia·December 20, 2023

DEC FORECAST · CIVITAVECCHIA (ROME)

Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.

49°

AVG · °F

Mostly sunny days

AVG HIGH

65°

AVG LOW

34°

AVG RAINFALL

3.9"

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

// YEAR-ROUND AT CIVITAVECCHIA (ROME)

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

AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN

// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

MSC Poesia December 20, 2023 Excursions

MSC Poesia·December 20, 2023

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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See all Civitavecchia excursions

// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

6 Night Western Mediterranean (Rome To Genoa)

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 68% of all cruises

6.8/10 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 BREAKDOWN04 PORTS

01

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

02

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

03

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

04

Barcelona 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MSC Poesia Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsMSC

MSC · MUSICA

CHRISTENED

2008

STATEROOMS

1,272

TONNAGE

92,627GT

32.1% BELOW AVG· vs avg 136,380 GT

YEAR BUILT

2008

5 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2013

LENGTH

964ft

6.4% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,030 ft

PASSENGER COUNT

3,605cruisers

19.8% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,494 cruisers

// ABOUT THE SHIP

The MSC Poesia has a construction date of 2008 and a total size of 92,627 gross tons. The ship measures 964 feet in length. MSC Poesia is included in MSC's Musica class. At full capacity, the Poesia holds 3,605 passengers. That includes 2,578 cruise vacationers and 1,027 staff members. The Poesia total number of staterooms is 1,272.