MSC Poesia - 9/7/2026
The September 7, 2026 cruise on the MSC Poesia departs from Seattle, Washington. On this 7 Night Alaska (Seattle Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Poesia sets sail on Monday, Sep 7th and returns on Monday, Sep 14th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Poesia cruise ship departing September 7, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $759 ($109 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $808 ($116 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 6%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MSC Poesia - September 7, 2026 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sep 7th | Seattle, Washington |
| 2 | Sep 8th | At Sea |
| 3 | Sep 9th | Ketchikan, Alaska |
| 4 | Sep 10th | Cruise Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska |
| 4 | Sep 10th | Juneau, Alaska |
| 5 | Sep 11th | Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska |
| 6 | Sep 12th | At Sea |
| 7 | Sep 13th | Victoria, British Columbia |
| 8 | Sep 14th | Seattle, Washington |
The MSC Poesia sails on September 7, 2026 for a 7 Night Alaska (Seattle Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Seattle, Washington at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Seattle, Washington on Sep 14th 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
Based on my 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.
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
Seattle, Washington, offers docking at Pier 91. Travelers explore Pike Place Market and Space Needle. Excursions include whale-watching in Puget Sound. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes Dungeness crab, a Washington favorite. Souvenirs, like native crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Seattle’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic markets and scenic waterways, making Seattle an engaging destination for exploration. (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!
Ketchikan, Alaska, offers docking at Ketchikan Port. Travelers explore Totem Bight Park and Creek Street. Excursions include Misty Fjords flights. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures totem poles and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like Tlingit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Native Alaskan history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance historic walks. Ketchikan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of native heritage and scenic fjords, making Ketchikan an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Cruise Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Sawyer Glaciers and granite cliffs from the ship. Excursions include zodiac tours for wildlife spotting. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for fjord cruising. Photography captures icebergs and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like glacier crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife viewing. Tracy Arm’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of glacial beauty and marine life, making Tracy Arm an engaging destination. (126 words)
Juneau, Alaska, offers docking at Juneau Port. Travelers explore Mendenhall Glacier and Mount Roberts Tramway. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures glaciers and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes king crab, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance glacier hikes. Juneau’s natural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning glaciers and marine wildlife, making Juneau an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska, offers docking at Icy Strait Point. Travelers explore Hoonah’s Tlingit culture and Chichagof Island. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures totem poles and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like Tlingit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Huna Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance forest walks. Icy Strait Point’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of native heritage and marine wildlife, making Icy Strait Point 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!
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, offers docking at Ogden Point Port. Travelers explore Butchart Gardens and Craigdarroch Castle. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell Nanaimo bars. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures floral gardens and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, a BC favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance garden walks. Victoria’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and historic landmarks, making Victoria an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Seattle, Washington, offers docking at Pier 91. Travelers explore Pike Place Market and Space Needle. Excursions include whale-watching in Puget Sound. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes Dungeness crab, a Washington favorite. Souvenirs, like native crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Seattle’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic markets and scenic waterways, making Seattle an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)