MSC Poesia - 10/16/2025
The October 16, 2025 cruise on the MSC Poesia departs from Southampton (London), England. On this 8 Night Northern Europe (Southampton Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Poesia sets sail on Thursday, Oct 16th and returns on Friday, Oct 24th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Poesia cruise ship departing October 16, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $725 ($91 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $850 ($107 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 15%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MSC Poesia - October 16, 2025 - 8 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oct 16th | Southampton (London), England |
| 2 | Oct 17th | Cherbourg, France |
| 3 | Oct 18th | At Sea |
| 4 | Oct 19th | Hamburg, Germany |
| 5 | Oct 20th | At Sea |
| 6 | Oct 21st | Rotterdam, Netherlands |
| 7 | Oct 22nd | Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium |
| 8 | Oct 23rd | Le Havre (Paris), France |
| 9 | Oct 24th | Southampton (London), England |
The MSC Poesia sails on October 16, 2025 for a 8 Night Northern Europe (Southampton Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Southampton (London), England at 7:30 PM and will return to the port of Southampton (London), England on Oct 24th at 7:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the MSC Poesia will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
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Cruise Ship
MSC Poesia
MSC POESIA SIZE
The Poesia has a construction date of 2008 and a total size of 92,627 gross tons. The ship measures 964 feet (294 meters) in length. MSC Poesia is included in MSC’s Musica Class. At full capacity, the MSC Poesia holds 4,632 passengers. That includes 3,605 cruise vacationers and 1,027 staff members. The Poesia total number of staterooms is 1,272.
MSC Poesia Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:92,627 GT
- Length:964 ft (294 m)
- Beam:106 ft (32 m)
- Draft:26 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
- Year Built:2008
- Years Served:2008 - Present
- Capacity:3,605
- Crew Members:1,027
- Total on Board:4,632
- Total Staterooms:1,272
- Flagged Country:Panama
- Ship Cost:360 Million
- Status:active
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Cruise Ports
Southampton (London), England, offers docking at Southampton Port with excursions to London. Travelers explore Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. Excursions visit Stonehenge. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures historic landmarks and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like tea crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Anglo-Saxon history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Southampton’s urban gateway offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and historic sites, making Southampton an engaging destination. (126 words)
Cherbourg, France, docks at Port de Cherbourg, 1 kilometer from downtown, with shuttles for 10-minute rides. The city, population 80,000, features the Cité de la Mer with Titanic exhibits. Travelers visit Fort du Roule for harbor views. Local markets sell Calvados. Excursions to Mont Saint-Michel, 2 hours south, explore medieval abbeys. Peak season May to September; taxis 5-10 EUR. Dining includes moules marinières at port bistros. Souvenirs feature Norman pottery.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Hamburg, Germany, has docking at a Elbe River port. Travelers explore Speicherstadt’s UNESCO-listed warehouses. Excursions visit St. Michael’s Church tower for city views. Local markets sell currywurst. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures canals and modern architecture. Dining onboard includes labskaus, a Hamburg dish. Souvenirs, like model ships, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hanseatic history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Hamburg’s maritime heritage and urban vibrancy offer a dynamic German stop, blending history with modern charm.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Rotterdam, Netherlands, offers docking at Rotterdam Port. Travelers explore Erasmus Bridge and Museumpark’s art galleries. Excursions visit Kinderdijk’s UNESCO windmills. Local markets sell stroopwafels. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures modern architecture and Maas River vistas. Dining onboard includes erwtensoep, a Dutch favorite. Souvenirs, like Delftware, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dutch history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Rotterdam’s urban charm offers a vibrant Dutch stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of innovative design, historic windmills, and maritime culture, making Rotterdam an engaging destination for exploring the Netherlands’ dynamic port city and heritage.
Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium, offers docking at Zeebrugge Port with excursions to Bruges. Travelers explore Bruges’ Belfry and Markt Square. Excursions visit Ghent’s cathedral. Local markets sell waffles. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval canals and North Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes moules-frites, a Belgian favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Flemish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance cobblestone walks. Zeebrugge’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Belgian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic canals, making Zeebrugge an engaging destination. (126 words)
Le Havre (Paris), France, offers docking at Le Havre Port with excursions to Paris. Travelers explore Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum. Excursions visit Normandy’s D-Day beaches. Local markets sell crêpes. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Parisian landmarks and Seine vistas. Dining onboard includes coq au vin, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like beret crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light layers and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Le Havre’s urban gateway offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and historic beaches, making Le Havre an engaging destination. (126 words)
Southampton (London), England, offers docking at Southampton Port with excursions to London. Travelers explore Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. Excursions visit Stonehenge. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures historic landmarks and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like tea crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Anglo-Saxon history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Southampton’s urban gateway offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and historic sites, making Southampton an engaging destination. (126 words)