MSC Virtuosa - 8/8/2026
The August 8, 2026 cruise on the MSC Virtuosa departs from Southampton (London), England. On this 12 Night Northern Europe (Southampton Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Virtuosa sets sail on Saturday, Aug 8th and returns on Thursday, Aug 20th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Virtuosa cruise ship departing August 8, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,020 ($169 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,053 ($172 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 2%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MSC Virtuosa - August 8, 2026 - 12 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aug 8th | Southampton (London), England |
| 2 | Aug 9th | At Sea |
| 3 | Aug 10th | Vigo, Spain |
| 4 | Aug 11th | At Sea |
| 5 | Aug 12th | Funchal, Madeira |
| 6 | Aug 13th | Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands |
| 7 | Aug 14th | Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands |
| 8 | Aug 15th | Arrecife, Lanzarote, Canary Islands |
| 9 | Aug 16th | At Sea |
| 10 | Aug 17th | Cadiz (Seville), Spain |
| 11 | Aug 18th | At Sea |
| 12 | Aug 19th | At Sea |
| 13 | Aug 20th | Southampton (London), England |
The MSC Virtuosa sails on August 8, 2026 for a 12 Night Northern Europe (Southampton Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Southampton (London), England at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Southampton (London), England on Aug 20th at 7:00 AM. During the 13-day journey, the MSC Virtuosa will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 5 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
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!
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)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, offers docking at Funchal Port. Travelers explore Monte Palace Gardens and Funchal Cathedral. Excursions include levada walks. Local markets sell bolo de mel. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures lush gardens and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes espada com banana, a Madeiran favorite. Souvenirs, like embroidery crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Madeiran history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance levada hikes. Funchal’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of botanical beauty and scenic coasts, making Funchal an engaging destination. (126 words)
Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, offers docking at Las Palmas Port. Travelers explore Vegueta’s old town and Las Canteras Beach. Excursions visit Bandama Caldera. Local markets sell papas arrugadas. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial streets and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho canario, a Canarian favorite. Souvenirs, like mojo sauce crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Guanche history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance caldera hikes. Las Palmas’ coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic beaches, making Las Palmas an engaging destination. (126 words)
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, offers docking at Santa Cruz Port. Travelers explore Auditorio de Tenerife and Anaga Mountains. Excursions visit Teide National Park. Local markets sell mojo potatoes. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes ropa vieja, a Canarian favorite. Souvenirs, like lava crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Guanche history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance mountain hikes. Santa Cruz’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and scenic volcanoes, making Santa Cruz an engaging destination. (126 words)
Arrecife, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, docks at Puerto de Naos, 2 kilometers from downtown, with shuttles or taxis for 10-minute rides. The city, population 60,000, features the San Gabriel Castle, now a history museum. Charco de San Ginés, a lagoon, hosts fishing boats. Excursions to Timanfaya National Park, 30 minutes west, explore volcanic craters. Local markets sell mojo sauce. Peak season November to April; taxis 5-10 EUR. Dining includes papas arrugadas at harbor cafes. Souvenirs feature lava jewelry.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Cádiz (Seville), Spain, offers docking at Cádiz Port with excursions to Seville. Travelers explore Seville’s Alcázar and Cádiz’s old town. Excursions visit Jerez’s sherry bodegas. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish palaces and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes jamón ibérico, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like fan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cádiz’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Cádiz 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!
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)