7 Night Northern Europe (Southampton Roundtrip)
MSC Virtuosa
MSC Virtuosa
May 30, 2026
7 Night Northern Europe

MSC Virtuosa - 5/30/2026

The May 30, 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 30th and returns on Saturday, Jun 6th.

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

Cruise Pricing

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

MSC Virtuosa - May 30, 2026 - 7 Nights

DayDatePort
1May 30thSouthampton (London), England
2May 31stAt Sea
3Jun 1stGijon, Spain
4Jun 2ndLa Rochelle, France
5Jun 3rdBilbao, Spain
6Jun 4thAt Sea
7Jun 5thLe Havre (Paris), France
8Jun 6thSouthampton (London), England

The MSC Virtuosa sails on May 30, 2026 for a 7 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 Jun 6th at 7:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MSC Virtuosa will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

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

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Cruise Ports

Day1
MAY 302026
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
MAY 312026
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!

Day3
JUN 12026
A:7:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Gijon, Spain, has docking at Gijon Port. Travelers explore Cimadevilla’s historic fishing quarter. Excursions visit Oviedo’s Gothic cathedral. Local markets sell fabada, an Asturian stew. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures Atlantic beaches and colorful streets. Dining onboard includes cachopo, a regional dish. Souvenirs, like cider bottles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Asturian culture. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Gijon’s coastal charm and cultural vibrancy provide a delightful Spanish stop, blending maritime heritage with regional traditions.

Day4
JUN 22026
A:9:00 AMD:7:00 PM

La Roche-Guyon, France, has docking at a Seine River port. Travelers explore Château de La Roche-Guyon’s medieval fortress. Excursions visit Giverny’s Monet Gardens. Local markets sell camembert. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather. Photography captures castle cliffs and river views. Dining onboard includes coq au vin, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender sachets, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance castle tours. La Roche-Guyon’s historic charm offers a serene French stop, blending heritage with scenic beauty.

Day5
JUN 32026
A:9:00 AMD:7:00 PM

Bilbao, Spain, docks at Getxo Port, 10 kilometers from downtown, with shuttles for 20-minute rides. The city, population 340,000, features the Guggenheim Museum with Frank Gehry’s titanium design. Travelers stroll Casco Viejo for pintxos bars. Excursions to San Sebastián, 1 hour east, explore La Concha Beach. Local markets sell Idiazabal cheese. Peak season June to September; taxis 10-15 EUR. Dining includes bacalao at old town taverns. Souvenirs feature Basque berets.

Day6
JUN 42026
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
JUN 52026
France
A:7:00 AMD:8:00 PM

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)

Day8
JUN 62026
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)