MSC Splendida - 4/3/2024
The April 3, 2024 cruise on the MSC Splendida departs from Cape Town, South Africa. On this 26 Night Msc Grand Voyages (Cape Town To Rome) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 10 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Splendida sets sail on Wednesday, Apr 3rd and returns on Monday, Apr 29th.
Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MSC Splendida - April 3, 2024 - 26 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Apr 3rd | Cape Town, South Africa |
| 2 | Apr 4th | At Sea |
| 3 | Apr 5th | At Sea |
| 4 | Apr 6th | Durban, South Africa |
| 5 | Apr 7th | At Sea |
| 6 | Apr 8th | At Sea |
| 7 | Apr 9th | At Sea |
| 8 | Apr 10th | La Possession, Reunion |
| 9 | Apr 11th | Port Louis, Mauritius |
| 10 | Apr 12th | Port Louis, Mauritius |
| 11 | Apr 13th | Port Louis, Mauritius |
| 12 | Apr 14th | At Sea |
| 13 | Apr 15th | At Sea |
| 14 | Apr 16th | At Sea |
| 15 | Apr 17th | At Sea |
| 16 | Apr 18th | At Sea |
| 17 | Apr 19th | At Sea |
| 18 | Apr 20th | At Sea |
| 19 | Apr 21st | At Sea |
| 20 | Apr 3rd | Suez Canal Transit |
| 21 | Apr 3rd | Suez Canal Transit |
| 22 | Apr 24th | Limassol, Cyprus |
| 23 | Apr 25th | Rhodes, Greece |
| 24 | Apr 26th | At Sea |
| 25 | Apr 27th | Messina, Sicily |
| 26 | Apr 28th | Naples, Italy |
| 27 | Apr 29th | Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy |
The MSC Splendida sails on April 3, 2024 for a 26 Night Msc Grand Voyages (Cape Town To Rome). The ship will depart the port of Cape Town, South Africa at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Apr 29th at 7:00 AM. During the 27-day journey, the MSC Splendida will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 14 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
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Cruise Ship
MSC Splendida
MSC SPLENDIDA SIZE
The Splendida has a construction date of 2009 and a total size of 137,936 gross tons. The ship measures 1,093 feet (333 meters) in length. MSC Splendida is included in MSC’s Fantasia Class. At full capacity, the MSC Splendida holds 5,213 passengers. That includes 3,900 cruise vacationers and 1,313 staff members. The Splendida total number of staterooms is 1,625.
MSC Splendida Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:137,936 GT
- Length:1,093 ft (333 m)
- Beam:124 ft (38 m)
- Draft:28 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:24 mph (21 kn)
- Year Built:2009
- Years Served:2009 - Present
- Capacity:3,900
- Crew Members:1,313
- Total on Board:5,213
- Total Staterooms:1,625
- Flagged Country:Panama
- Ship Cost:550 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see MSC Splendida 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.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for MSC Splendida Deck Plans.
Cruise Ports
Cape Town, South Africa, docks at V&A Waterfront, a 10-minute walk to downtown, population 4 million. Travelers ascend Table Mountain via cable car for panoramic views. Local markets sell biltong. Excursions to Robben Island, 30 minutes by ferry, visit Mandela’s cell. Peak season November to March; taxis 50-100 ZAR. Dining includes bobotie at waterfront restaurants. Souvenirs feature beaded crafts.
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!
Durban, South Africa, has docking at Durban Port. Travelers explore uShaka Marine World’s aquariums. Excursions visit Valley of a Thousand Hills’ Zulu villages. Local markets sell beaded crafts. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures Indian Ocean shores. Dining onboard includes bunny chow. Souvenirs, like Zulu baskets, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover South African culture. Light clothing suits warm conditions. Durban’s vibrant port offers a dynamic African coastal stop.
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!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
La Possession, Reunion, has docking at La Possession Port. Travelers explore Cirque de Mafate’s volcanic trails. Excursions visit Piton de la Fournaise volcano. Local markets sell vanilla. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Indian Ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes rougail saucisse, a Reunion dish. Souvenirs, like woven baskets, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creole culture. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Sturdy shoes enhance hikes. La Possession’s volcanic beauty offers a vibrant Reunion stop, blending nature with island culture.
Port Louis, Mauritius, offers docking at Port Louis Port. Travelers explore the Aapravasi Ghat UNESCO site and Caudan Waterfront. Excursions visit Black River Gorges’ trails. Local markets sell dholl puri. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for city tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Indian Ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes rougaille, a Mauritian favorite. Souvenirs, like dodo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mauritius’ multicultural history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Port Louis’ vibrant cultural blend offers a dynamic Mauritian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, scenic nature, and island charm, making Port Louis an engaging destination for exploring Mauritius’ heritage.
Port Louis, Mauritius, offers docking at Port Louis Port. Travelers explore the Aapravasi Ghat UNESCO site and Caudan Waterfront. Excursions visit Black River Gorges’ trails. Local markets sell dholl puri. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for city tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Indian Ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes rougaille, a Mauritian favorite. Souvenirs, like dodo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mauritius’ multicultural history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Port Louis’ vibrant cultural blend offers a dynamic Mauritian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, scenic nature, and island charm, making Port Louis an engaging destination for exploring Mauritius’ heritage.
Port Louis, Mauritius, offers docking at Port Louis Port. Travelers explore the Aapravasi Ghat UNESCO site and Caudan Waterfront. Excursions visit Black River Gorges’ trails. Local markets sell dholl puri. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for city tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Indian Ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes rougaille, a Mauritian favorite. Souvenirs, like dodo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mauritius’ multicultural history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Port Louis’ vibrant cultural blend offers a dynamic Mauritian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, scenic nature, and island charm, making Port Louis an engaging destination for exploring Mauritius’ heritage.
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!
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!
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!
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!
Suez Canal Transit, Egypt, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view canal locks and desert landscapes from the ship. Excursions include onboard lectures. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, October to April, brings mild weather for canal cruising. Photography captures engineering marvels and Suez vistas. Dining onboard includes koshari, an Egyptian favorite. Souvenirs, like canal replicas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while binoculars enhance scenery viewing. Suez Canal’s historic allure offers a vibrant Egyptian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering feats and desert vistas, making the Suez Canal an engaging destination for exploration.
Suez Canal Transit, Egypt, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view canal locks and desert landscapes from the ship. Excursions include onboard lectures. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, October to April, brings mild weather for canal cruising. Photography captures engineering marvels and Suez vistas. Dining onboard includes koshari, an Egyptian favorite. Souvenirs, like canal replicas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while binoculars enhance scenery viewing. Suez Canal’s historic allure offers a vibrant Egyptian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering feats and desert vistas, making the Suez Canal an engaging destination for exploration.
Limassol, Cyprus, has docking at Limassol Port. Travelers explore Kourion’s ancient amphitheater. Excursions visit Omodos’ wine villages. Local markets sell commandaria wine. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather. Photography captures Roman ruins and Mediterranean shores. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Cypriot favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cypriot history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance ruin tours. Limassol’s historic charm offers a vibrant Cypriot stop, blending archaeology with coastal beauty.
Rhodes, Greece, offers docking at Rhodes Port. Travelers explore Medieval City and Lindos Acropolis. Excursions include snorkeling at Kallithea Springs. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Knights’ Street and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dodecanese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Rhodes’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic beaches, making Rhodes 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!
Messina, Sicily, offers docking at Messina Port. Travelers explore Messina Cathedral and Taormina’s Greek Theatre. Excursions visit Mount Etna. Local markets sell arancini. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes pasta alla norma, a Sicilian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Messina’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic volcanoes, making Messina an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Naples, Italy, offers docking at Naples Port. Travelers explore Pompeii ruins and Royal Palace. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell margherita pizza. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes spaghetti alle vongole, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like cameo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Naples’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic islands, making Naples an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
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. (126 words)