5 Night Northern Europe (Southampton Roundtrip)
MSC Virtuosa
MSC Virtuosa
June 29, 2024
5 Night Northern Europe

MSC Virtuosa - 6/29/2024

The June 29, 2024 cruise on the MSC Virtuosa departs from Southampton (London), England. On this 5 Night Northern Europe (Southampton Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Virtuosa sets sail on Saturday, Jun 29th and returns on Thursday, Jul 4th.

Cruise Length
5
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Southampton
England
Port Stops
4
Sea Days
1

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Virtuosa cruise ship departing June 29, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $499 ($100 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $727 ($146 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 31%.

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Inside Cabin
$499
31%
vs Avg $727

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

MSC Virtuosa - June 29, 2024 - 5 Nights

DayDatePort
1Jun 29thSouthampton (London), England
2Jun 30thCherbourg, France
3Jul 1stZeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium
4Jul 2ndAmsterdam, Netherlands
5Jul 3rdAt Sea
6Jul 4thSouthampton (London), England

The MSC Virtuosa sails on June 29, 2024 for a 5 Night Northern Europe (Southampton Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Southampton (London), England at 8:00 PM and will return to the port of Southampton (London), England on Jul 4th at 7:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the MSC Virtuosa will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 1 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.

Itinerary Safety Rank
78 / 100
safer than 78% of all cruises
78
8
/ 10
Southampton (London), England
Southampton
Southampton is a safe port city for cruise travelers, but vigilance against pickpocketing is advised in busier areas.
8
/ 10
Cherbourg, France
Cherbourg
Cherbourg is a generally safe cruise port with a low crime rate, but travelers should remain vigilant against occasional pickpocketing.
9
/ 10
Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium
Zeebrugge
Zeebrugge is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.
7
/ 10
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amsterdam
Travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft, especially pickpocketing, in crowded areas and tourist spots.

Cruise Ship

MSC Virtuosa Size Infographic

MSC Virtuosa

181 k
tonnage
1,087 ft
length
2021
year built
2,424
cabins
6,334
passengers
1,704
crew

MSC VIRTUOSA SIZE

The Virtuosa has a construction date of 2021 and a total size of 181,000 gross tons. The ship measures 1,087 feet (331 meters) in length. MSC Virtuosa is included in MSC’s Meraviglia Class. At full capacity, the MSC Virtuosa holds 8,038 passengers. That includes 6,334 cruise vacationers and 1,704 staff members. The Virtuosa total number of staterooms is 2,424.

MSC Virtuosa Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:181,000 GT
  • Length:1,087 ft (331 m)
  • Beam:141 ft (43 m)
  • Draft:28 ft (9 m)
  • Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
  • Year Built:2021
  • Years Served:2021 - Present
  • Capacity:6,334
  • Crew Members:1,704
  • Total on Board:8,038
  • Total Staterooms:2,424
  • Flagged Country:Malta
  • Ship Cost:937 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see MSC Virtuosa 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 Virtuosa Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
JUN 292024
England, United Kingdom
D:8:00 PM

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)

Day2
JUN 302024
A:7:00 AMD:7:00 PM

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.

Day3
JUL 12024
Belgium
A:9:00 AMD:6:00 PM

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)

Day4
JUL 22024
A:7:00 AMD:7:00 PM

Amsterdam, Netherlands, offers docking at Amsterdam Port. Travelers explore Rijksmuseum and Anne Frank House. Excursions visit Keukenhof Gardens. Local markets sell stroopwafels. The peak season, April to September, brings mild weather for canal tours. Photography captures historic canals and North Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes haring, a Dutch favorite. Souvenirs, like delftware, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dutch Golden Age history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Amsterdam’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Dutch stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic museums and scenic canals, making Amsterdam an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day5
JUL 32024
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day6
JUL 42024
England, United Kingdom
A:7:00 AM

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)