MSC Virtuosa itinerary map for September 12, 2026 (14 nights)
MSC Virtuosa cruise ship

MSC Virtuosa — September 12, 202614-Night Northern Europe on MSC

This 14-night cruise aboard the Virtuosa departs from Southampton (London), England on Saturday, September 12, 2026 and returns on Saturday, Sep 26th. September weather across this route averages 90°/54°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $1,922.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.7 out of 10, averaged across 9 ports. Oceanview cabins rose $120 on May 7.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Southampton
England
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
5

Cruise Price - MSC Virtuosa September 12, 2026

MSC Virtuosa · September 12, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Virtuosa cruise ship departing September 12, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,922 ($138 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,926 ($138 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.

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Inside
$1,922
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Oceanview
$2,370
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Balcony
$2,683
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Suite
$4,184

Price History – MSC Virtuosa September 12, 2026

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MSC Virtuosa
September 12, 2026
$1,922
0% vs avg: $1,926

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 14 Night Northern Europe (Southampton Roundtrip)

MSC Virtuosa · September 12, 2026

The MSC Virtuosa sails on September 12, 2026 for a 14 Night Northern Europe (Southampton Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Southampton (London), England at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Southampton (London), England on Sep 26th at 7:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the MSC Virtuosa will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Northern Europe (Southampton Roundtrip)

  • SEP12
    Southampton (London), England
    Southampton (London), England
    A: — - D: 6:00 PM
  • SEP13
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP14
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP15
    Lisbon, Portugal
    Lisbon, Portugal
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP16
    Cadiz (Seville), Spain
    Cadiz (Seville), Spain
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • SEP17
    Malaga, Spain
    Malaga, Spain
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • SEP18
    Alicante, Spain
    Alicante, Spain
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • SEP19
    Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
    Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 11:00 PM
  • SEP20
    Tarragona, Spain
    Tarragona, Spain
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • SEP21
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP22
    Gibraltar, U.K.
    Gibraltar, U.K.
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • SEP23
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP24
    La Coruna, Spain
    La Coruna, Spain
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • SEP25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP26
    Southampton (London), England
    Southampton (London), England
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

September 12, 2026 · 14 Night Northern Europe (Southampton Roundtrip)

Southampton (London), England — Day 1 of MSC Virtuosa September 12, 2026 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, Sep 12

Southampton (London), England

Arrival: —•Departure: 6:00 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.

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Day 2 at sea — MSC Virtuosa September 12, 2026 itinerary
Day 2•Sunday, Sep 13

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Virtuosa — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 3 at sea — MSC Virtuosa September 12, 2026 itinerary
Day 3•Monday, Sep 14

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Virtuosa — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Lisbon, Portugal — Day 4 of MSC Virtuosa September 12, 2026 cruise
Day 4•Tuesday, Sep 15

Lisbon, Portugal

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

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Cadiz (Seville), Spain — Day 5 of MSC Virtuosa September 12, 2026 cruise
Day 5•Wednesday, Sep 16

Cadiz (Seville), Spain

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

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.

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Malaga, Spain — Day 6 of MSC Virtuosa September 12, 2026 cruise
Day 6•Thursday, Sep 17

Malaga, Spain

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Málaga, Spain, offers docking at Málaga Port. Travelers explore Alcazaba Fortress and Picasso Museum. Excursions visit Ronda’s deep gorges. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes paella, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Málaga’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic coasts, making Málaga an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Costa del Sol.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Alicante, Spain — Day 7 of MSC Virtuosa September 12, 2026 cruise
Day 7•Friday, Sep 18

Alicante, Spain

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Alicante, Spain, offers docking at Alicante Port. Travelers explore Santa Bárbara Castle and Explanada de España. Excursions visit Elche’s palm groves. Local markets sell turrón. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish castles and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz a banda, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Valencian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance castle walks. Alicante’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic promenades, making Alicante an engaging destination for exploration.

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Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands — Day 8 of MSC Virtuosa September 12, 2026 cruise
Day 8•Saturday, Sep 19

Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 11:00 PM

Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, offers docking at Palma Port. Travelers explore La Seu Cathedral and Bellver Castle. Excursions visit Valldemossa’s monastery. Local markets sell ensaimada. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Gothic spires and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes sobrasada, a Mallorcan favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Balearic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palma’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palma an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Tarragona, Spain — Day 9 of MSC Virtuosa September 12, 2026 cruise
Day 9•Sunday, Sep 20

Tarragona, Spain

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Tarragona, Spain, offers docking at Tarragona Port. Travelers explore Roman Amphitheatre and Tarragona Cathedral. Excursions visit Montserrat’s monastery. Local markets sell calcots. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes paella, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Tarragona’s ancient charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO sites and scenic coasts, making Tarragona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Costa Daurada.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 10 at sea — MSC Virtuosa September 12, 2026 itinerary
Day 10•Monday, Sep 21

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Virtuosa — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Gibraltar, U.K. — Day 11 of MSC Virtuosa September 12, 2026 cruise
Day 11•Tuesday, Sep 22

Gibraltar, U.K.

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Gibraltar, U.K., offers docking at Gibraltar Port. Travelers explore Rock of Gibraltar and St. Michael’s Cave. Excursions include dolphin-watching tours. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone cliffs and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, a British favorite. Souvenirs, like monkey-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Barbary history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rock hikes. Gibraltar’s unique charm offers a vibrant British stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic straits, making Gibraltar an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 12 at sea — MSC Virtuosa September 12, 2026 itinerary
Day 12•Wednesday, Sep 23

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Virtuosa — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

La Coruna, Spain — Day 13 of MSC Virtuosa September 12, 2026 cruise
Day 13•Thursday, Sep 24

La Coruna, Spain

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

La Coruña, Spain, offers docking at La Coruña Port. Travelers explore Tower of Hercules and María Pita Square. 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 Roman lighthouses 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 historic walks. La Coruña’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making La Coruña an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 14 at sea — MSC Virtuosa September 12, 2026 itinerary
Day 14•Friday, Sep 25

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Virtuosa — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Southampton (London), England — Day 15 of MSC Virtuosa September 12, 2026 cruise
Day 15•Saturday, Sep 26

Southampton (London), England

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Southampton (London), England — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

MSC Virtuosa - September 12, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Southampton (London), England

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September

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

40°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

1.8 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on 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
77 / 100
safer than 77% of all cruises
77
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
Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon
Travelers in Lisbon should stay vigilant in crowded areas and on public transport to avoid petty theft and keep belongings secure.
8
/ 10
Cadiz (Seville), Spain
Cadiz
Travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the safe and welcoming atmosphere of Cadiz.
7
/ 10
Malaga, Spain
Malaga
Travelers in Malaga should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and popular attractions.
8
/ 10
Alicante, Spain
Alicante
Travelers in Alicante should stay vigilant against petty theft, especially in crowded areas, while securing their belongings.
7
/ 10
Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
Palma De Mallorc
Palma de Mallorca is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.
8
/ 10
Tarragona, Spain
Tarragona
Tarragona is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid pickpocketing.
8
/ 10
Gibraltar, U.K.
Gibraltar
Gibraltar is safe for travelers, with a low crime rate and strong police presence, though vigilance against petty theft is advised.
8
/ 10
La Coruna, Spain
La Coruna
La Coruña, Spain, is a safe cruise port with a low crime rate, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.

Cruise Ship

MSC Virtuosa

⚓ Tonnage

181,000

vs avg 136,380

🛠️ Year Built

2,021

vs avg 2,013

📏 Length (ft)

1,087

vs avg 1,030

👥 Passenger Count

6,334

vs avg 4,494

The Virtuosa has a construction date of 2021 and a total size of 181,000 gross tons. The ship measures 1,087 feet in length. MSC Virtuosa is included in MSC’s Meraviglia class. At full capacity, the MSC Virtuosa holds 6,334 passengers. That includes 4,630 cruise vacationers and 1,704 staff members. The Virtuosa total number of staterooms is 2,424.

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MSC Virtuosa September 12, 2026 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the MSC Virtuosa September 12, 2026 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,922 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

What's the weather like on the MSC Virtuosa September 12, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 14-night route, September averages 90°F highs and 54°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the September 12, 2026 MSC Virtuosa itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.7 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 9 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the MSC Virtuosa sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The MSC Virtuosa departs Southampton (London), England on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 6:00 PM and returns on Saturday, Sep 26th, 2026 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 14 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the MSC Virtuosa sailing on September 12, 2026?▾

Cruise director assignment for this sail date is not currently confirmed in our records.

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Last Updated: May 7, 2026