MSC Virtuosa - 5/16/2026
The May 16, 2026 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, May 16th and returns on Saturday, May 23rd.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Virtuosa cruise ship departing May 16, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,124 ($161 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,003 ($144 per night), this represents a recent increase of 12%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MSC Virtuosa - May 16, 2026 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | May 16th | Southampton (London), England |
| 2 | May 17th | At Sea |
| 3 | May 18th | South Queensferry (edinburgh), Scotland |
| 4 | May 19th | Stavanger, Norway |
| 5 | May 20th | Haugesund |
| 6 | May 21st | Kristiansand, Norway |
| 7 | May 22nd | At Sea |
| 8 | May 23rd | Southampton (London), England |
The MSC Virtuosa sails on May 16, 2026 for a 7 Night Northern Europe (Southampton Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Southampton (London), England at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of Southampton (London), England on May 23rd 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.
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.
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Cruise Ports
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)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
South Queensferry (Edinburgh), Scotland, offers docking at South Queensferry Port with excursions to Edinburgh. Travelers explore Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile. Excursions visit Holyrood Palace. Local markets sell shortbread. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures historic streets and Forth Bridge vistas. Dining onboard includes haggis, a Scottish favorite. Souvenirs, like tartan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Scottish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. South Queensferry’s historic charm offers a vibrant Scottish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of castles and cultural heritage, making South Queensferry an engaging destination.
Stavanger, Norway, offers docking at Stavanger Port. Travelers explore Gamle Stavanger and Pulpit Rock. Excursions visit Lysefjord. Local markets sell fiskesuppe. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures wooden houses and fjord vistas. Dining onboard includes fårikål, a Norwegian favorite. Souvenirs, like troll crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viking history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance fjord hikes. Stavanger’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic fjords, making Stavanger an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Haugesund, Norway, has docking at Haugesund Port. Travelers explore Haraldshaugen’s Viking monument. Excursions visit Skudeneshavn’s charming fishing village. Local markets sell smoked herring. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather. Photography captures coastal vistas and historic sites. Dining onboard includes fiskesuppe, a Norwegian fish soup. Souvenirs, like Viking replicas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viking history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the cool climate. Binoculars enhance coastal views. Haugesund’s Viking heritage offers a serene Norwegian stop, blending history with scenic beauty.
Kristiansand, Norway, has docking at Kristiansand Port. Travelers explore the old town and Kristiansand Cathedral. Excursions visit Setesdal’s folk museums. Local markets sell smoked mackerel. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather. Photography captures coastal vistas and wooden houses. Dining onboard includes fårikål, a Norwegian lamb stew. Souvenirs, like Viking crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norwegian history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the cool climate. Comfortable shoes enhance town walks. Kristiansand’s coastal charm offers a serene Norwegian stop, blending heritage with scenic beauty.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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)