MSC Virtuosa - 3/31/2026
The March 31, 2026 cruise on the MSC Virtuosa departs from Bridgetown, Barbados. On this 20 Night Msc Grand Voyages (Bridgetown To Southampton) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 10 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Virtuosa sets sail on Tuesday, Mar 31st and returns on Monday, Apr 20th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Virtuosa cruise ship departing March 31, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,269 ($64 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,330 ($67 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 5%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MSC Virtuosa - March 31, 2026 - 20 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mar 31st | Bridgetown, Barbados |
| 2 | Apr 1st | At Sea |
| 3 | Apr 2nd | Kingstown, St. Vincent |
| 4 | Apr 3rd | St. George's, Grenada |
| 5 | Apr 4th | Fort-De-France, Martinique |
| 6 | Apr 5th | Pointe-A-Pitre, Guadeloupe |
| 7 | Apr 6th | Philipsburg, St. Maarten |
| 8 | Apr 7th | At Sea |
| 9 | Apr 8th | At Sea |
| 10 | Apr 9th | At Sea |
| 11 | Apr 10th | At Sea |
| 12 | Apr 11th | At Sea |
| 13 | Apr 12th | Ponta Delgada, Azores |
| 14 | Apr 13th | At Sea |
| 15 | Apr 14th | At Sea |
| 16 | Apr 15th | At Sea |
| 17 | Apr 16th | At Sea |
| 18 | Apr 17th | Hamburg, Germany |
| 19 | Apr 18th | At Sea |
| 20 | Apr 19th | Le Havre (Paris), France |
| 21 | Apr 20th | Southampton (London), England |
The MSC Virtuosa sails on March 31, 2026 for a 20 Night Msc Grand Voyages (Bridgetown To Southampton). The ship will depart the port of Bridgetown, Barbados at 8:00 PM and will return to the port of Southampton (London), England on Apr 20th at 7:00 AM. During the 21-day journey, the MSC Virtuosa will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 11 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 Virtuosa
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
Bridgetown, Barbados, offers docking at Bridgetown Port. Travelers explore Harrison’s Cave and Bathsheba Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Carlisle Bay. Local markets sell flying fish cutters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone caves and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cou-cou, a Bajan favorite. Souvenirs, like rum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bajan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Bridgetown’s vibrant charm offers a lively Barbadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic beaches, making Bridgetown 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!
Kingstown, St. Vincent, has docking at Kingstown Port. Travelers explore Fort Charlotte’s views and botanical gardens. Excursions snorkel Bequia’s reefs. Local markets sell breadfruit. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather. Photography captures Caribbean shores and colonial forts. Dining onboard includes callaloo, a local soup. Souvenirs, like spice necklaces, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Caribbean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Kingstown’s vibrant charm offers a lively St. Vincent stop, blending culture with coastal beauty.
St. George’s, Grenada, offers docking at St. George’s Port. Travelers explore Grand Anse Beach and Fort George. Excursions include snorkeling at Moliniere Sculpture Park. Local markets sell oil down. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures spice markets and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a Grenadian favorite. Souvenirs, like nutmeg crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. St. George’s vibrant charm offers a lively Grenadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and cultural heritage, making St. George’s an engaging destination. (126 words)
Fort-de-France, Martinique, offers docking at Fort-de-France Port. Travelers explore Fort St. Louis and Balata Gardens. Excursions include snorkeling at Anse Dufour. Local markets sell accras. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes colombo, a Martinican favorite. Souvenirs, like rum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Fort-de-France’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Martinican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and scenic gardens, making Fort-de-France an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe, provides docking at Pointe-à-Pitre Port. Travelers explore La Soufrière volcano and Memorial ACTe museum. Excursions visit Marie-Galante’s beaches. Local markets sell accras. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes colombo, a Guadeloupean curry. Souvenirs, like rum bottles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Pointe-à-Pitre’s vibrant island allure offers a dynamic Guadeloupean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders, cultural heritage, and scenic beaches, making Pointe-à-Pitre an engaging destination for exploring Guadeloupe’s Caribbean beauty and history.
Philipsburg, St. Maarten, offers docking at Philipsburg Port. Travelers explore Front Street and Maho Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Cupecoy Bay. Local markets sell guavaberry liqueur. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures plane landings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Maarten favorite. Souvenirs, like Dutch crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Philipsburg’s vibrant charm offers a lively stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of bustling markets and scenic beaches, making Philipsburg 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!
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!
Ponta Delgada, Azores, Portugal, offers docking at Ponta Delgada Port. Travelers explore Sete Cidades and Furnas hot springs. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell cozido das Furnas. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic lakes and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like lava crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Azorean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance crater hikes. Ponta Delgada’s natural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Ponta Delgada 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!
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!
Hamburg, Germany, has docking at a Elbe River port. Travelers explore Speicherstadt’s UNESCO-listed warehouses. Excursions visit St. Michael’s Church tower for city views. Local markets sell currywurst. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures canals and modern architecture. Dining onboard includes labskaus, a Hamburg dish. Souvenirs, like model ships, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hanseatic history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Hamburg’s maritime heritage and urban vibrancy offer a dynamic German stop, blending history with modern charm.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Le Havre (Paris), France, offers docking at Le Havre Port with excursions to Paris. Travelers explore Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum. Excursions visit Normandy’s D-Day beaches. Local markets sell crêpes. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Parisian landmarks and Seine vistas. Dining onboard includes coq au vin, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like beret crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light layers and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Le Havre’s urban gateway offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and historic beaches, making Le Havre an engaging destination. (126 words)
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)