7 Night Northern Europe (Southampton Roundtrip)
MSC Virtuosa
MSC Virtuosa
June 28, 2025
7 Night Northern Europe

MSC Virtuosa - 6/28/2025

The June 28, 2025 cruise on the MSC Virtuosa departs from Southampton (London), England. On this 7 Night Northern Europe (Southampton Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Virtuosa sets sail on Saturday, Jun 28th and returns on Saturday, Jul 5th.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Southampton
England
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
2

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Virtuosa cruise ship departing June 28, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,007 ($144 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $988 ($142 per night), this represents a recent increase of 2%.

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Inside Cabin
$1,007
2%
vs Avg $988

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

MSC Virtuosa - June 28, 2025 - 7 Nights

DayDatePort
1Jun 28thSouthampton (London), England
2Jun 29thBrest, France
3Jun 30thAt Sea
4Jul 1stLisbon, Portugal
5Jul 2ndVigo, Spain
6Jul 3rdAt Sea
7Jul 4thCherbourg, France
8Jul 5thSouthampton (London), England

The MSC Virtuosa sails on June 28, 2025 for a 7 Night Northern Europe (Southampton Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Southampton (London), England at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Southampton (London), England on Jul 5th at 7:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MSC Virtuosa will visit 4 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.

Itinerary Safety Rank
76 / 100
safer than 76% of all cruises
76
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
Brest, France
Brest
Brest is a generally safe port for travelers, but vigilance is advised in crowded areas due to potential petty theft.
8
/ 10
Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon
Travelers in Lisbon should stay vigilant in crowded areas and on public transport to avoid petty theft and keep belongings secure.
7
/ 10
Vigo, Spain
Vigo
Vigo is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to prevent petty theft and pickpocketing.
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.

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 282025
England, United Kingdom
D:5:00 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 292025
A:11:00 AMD:7:00 PM

Brest, France, docks at Port de Commerce, 2 kilometers from downtown, with shuttles for 10-minute rides. The city, population 140,000, features the 17th-century Château de Brest with naval exhibits. Travelers visit Océanopolis aquarium for penguin displays. Local markets sell buckwheat galettes. Excursions to Locronan, 45 minutes south, explore Celtic villages. Peak season June to September; taxis 5-10 EUR. Dining includes kouign-amann at port cafes. Souvenirs feature Breton stripes.

Day3
JUN 302025
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!

Day4
JUL 12025
A:7:00 AMD:6:00 PM

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)

Day5
JUL 22025
A:9:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Vigo, Spain, offers docking at Vigo Port. Travelers explore Cíes Islands and Santa María Cathedral. Excursions visit Santiago de Compostela. Local markets sell pulpo a la gallega. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rugged islands and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes empanada gallega, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like scallop crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Galician history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance island walks. Vigo’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural islands and historic shrines, making Vigo an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day6
JUL 32025
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!

Day7
JUL 42025
A:8:00 AMD:8:00 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.

Day8
JUL 52025
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)