MSC Poesia - 2/12/2026
The February 12, 2026 cruise on the MSC Poesia departs from Le Havre (Paris), France. On this 8 Night Northern Europe (Le Havre To Marseille) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Poesia sets sail on Thursday, Feb 12th and returns on Friday, Feb 20th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Poesia cruise ship departing February 12, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $477 ($60 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $563 ($71 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 15%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MSC Poesia - February 12, 2026 - 8 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Feb 11th | Le Havre (Paris), France |
| 2 | Feb 13th | Southampton (London), England |
| 3 | Feb 13th | At Sea |
| 4 | Feb 14th | At Sea |
| 5 | Feb 16th | Lisbon, Portugal |
| 6 | Feb 17th | Cadiz (Seville), Spain |
| 7 | Feb 17th | At Sea |
| 8 | Feb 19th | Barcelona, Spain |
| 9 | Feb 20th | Marseille (Provence), France |
The MSC Poesia sails on February 12, 2026 for a 8 Night Northern Europe (Le Havre To Marseille). The ship will depart the port of Le Havre (Paris), France at 7:30 PM and will return to the port of Marseille (Provence), France on Feb 20th at 6:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the MSC Poesia will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 3 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
To see how this compares, click through to see MSC Poesia age and stats vs all MSC ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
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Cruise Ports
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)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Lisbon, Portugal, offers docking at Lisbon Port. Travelers explore Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery. Excursions visit Sintra’s Pena Palace. Local markets sell pastéis de nata. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Manueline architecture and Tagus River vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like azulejo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Age of Exploration history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Lisbon’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic rivers, making Lisbon an engaging destination. (126 words)
Cádiz (Seville), Spain, offers docking at Cádiz Port with excursions to Seville. Travelers explore Seville’s Alcázar and Cádiz’s old town. Excursions visit Jerez’s sherry bodegas. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish palaces and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes jamón ibérico, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like fan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cádiz’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Cádiz 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!
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)