MSC Sinfonia - 10/28/2025
The October 28, 2025 cruise on the MSC Sinfonia departs from Piraeus (Athens), Greece. On this 4 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Athens To Bari) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Sinfonia sets sail on Tuesday, Oct 28th and returns on Saturday, Nov 1st.
Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MSC Sinfonia - October 28, 2025 - 4 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oct 28th | Piraeus (Athens), Greece |
| 2 | Oct 29th | Katakolon (Olympia), Greece |
| 3 | Oct 30th | Corfu, Greece |
| 4 | Oct 31st | Cephalonia, Greek Isle |
| 5 | Nov 1st | Bari, Italy |
The MSC Sinfonia sails on October 28, 2025 for a 4 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Athens To Bari). The ship will depart the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Bari, Italy on Nov 1st at 7:00 AM. During the 5-day journey, the MSC Sinfonia will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 0 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
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Cruise Ship
MSC Sinfonia
MSC SINFONIA SIZE
The Sinfonia has a construction date of 2002 and a total size of 58,174 gross tons. The ship measures 903 feet (275 meters) in length. MSC Sinfonia is included in MSC’s Lirica Class. At full capacity, the MSC Sinfonia holds 3,400 passengers. That includes 2,679 cruise vacationers and 721 staff members. The Sinfonia total number of staterooms is 971.
MSC Sinfonia Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:58,174 GT
- Length:903 ft (275 m)
- Beam:95 ft (29 m)
- Draft:22 ft (7 m)
- Max Speed:24 mph (21 kn)
- Year Built:2002
- Years Served:2002 - Present
- Capacity:2,679
- Crew Members:721
- Total on Board:3,400
- Total Staterooms:971
- Flagged Country:Panama
- Ship Cost:245 Million
- Status:active
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Cruise Ports
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
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.
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. (126 words)