7 Night Western Mediterranean (Marseille Roundtrip)
MSC Virtuosa
MSC Virtuosa
May 24, 2027
7 Night Western Mediterranean

MSC Virtuosa - 5/24/2027

The May 24, 2027 cruise on the MSC Virtuosa departs from Marseille (Provence), France. On this 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Marseille Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Virtuosa sets sail on Monday, May 24th and returns on Monday, May 31st.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Marseille
France
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
1

Cruise Pricing

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

MSC Virtuosa - May 24, 2027 - 7 Nights

DayDatePort
1May 24thMarseille (Provence), France
2May 25thBarcelona, Spain
3May 26thAt Sea
4May 27thTunis, Tunisia
5May 28thPalermo, Sicily
6May 29thNaples, Italy
7May 30thLivorno, Florence, Italy
8May 31stMarseille (Provence), France

The MSC Virtuosa sails on May 24, 2027 for a 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Marseille Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Marseille (Provence), France at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Marseille (Provence), France on May 31st at 10:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MSC Virtuosa will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 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.

Itinerary Safety Rank
61 / 100
safer than 61% of all cruises
61
6
/ 10
Marseille (Provence), France
Marseille
Travelers in Marseille should stay vigilant in certain neighborhoods due to higher crime rates and secure their belongings in crowded areas.
7
/ 10
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona
Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.
5
/ 10
Tunis, Tunisia
Tunis
Travelers should stay vigilant in Tunis due to moderate crime, especially outside tourist zones, and remain aware of political instability.
6
/ 10
Palermo, Sicily
Palermo
Travelers in Palermo should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, keeping belongings secure and being aware of their surroundings.
6
/ 10
Naples, Italy
Naples
Travelers in Naples should stay vigilant against petty crime and be cautious of traffic while exploring the city.
7
/ 10
Livorno, Florence, Italy
Livorno
Travelers should remain vigilant against pickpocketing and bag snatching in crowded areas while enjoying the attractions in Livorno and Florence.

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

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

Day1
MAY 242027
D:6:00 PM

Marseille (Provence), France, offers docking at Marseille Port. Travelers explore Notre-Dame de la Garde and Vieux-Port. Excursions visit Aix-en-Provence’s lavender fields. Local markets sell bouillabaisse. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures basilicas and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes ratatouille, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Provençal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Marseille’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ports and scenic fields, making Marseille an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day2
MAY 252027
A:7:00 AMD:7:00 PM

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region. (126 words)

Day3
MAY 262027
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!

Day4
MAY 272027
A:8:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Tunis, Tunisia, offers docking at La Goulette Port. Travelers explore Carthage Ruins and Medina of Tunis. Excursions visit Sidi Bou Said’s blue streets. Local markets sell brik. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes couscous, a Tunisian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Phoenician history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance medina walks. Tunis’ historic charm offers a vibrant Tunisian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO sites and cultural markets, making Tunis an engaging destination for exploration.

Day5
MAY 282027
A:8:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Palermo, Sicily, offers docking at Palermo Port. Travelers explore Palermo Cathedral and Norman Palace. Excursions visit Monreale’s mosaics. Local markets sell arancini. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Arab-Norman architecture and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes caponata, a Sicilian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palermo’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palermo an engaging destination for exploring Sicily’s capital. (126 words)

Day6
MAY 292027
A:6:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Naples, Italy, offers docking at Naples Port. Travelers explore Pompeii ruins and Royal Palace. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell margherita pizza. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes spaghetti alle vongole, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like cameo 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. Naples’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic islands, making Naples an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day7
MAY 302027
A:9:00 AMD:8:00 PM

Livorno, Florence, Italy, offers docking at Livorno Port with excursions to Florence. Travelers explore Florence’s Duomo and Uffizi Gallery. Excursions visit Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Local markets sell ribollita. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Renaissance art and Tuscan vistas. Dining onboard includes bistecca alla fiorentina, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like leather crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Medici history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Livorno’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic art and scenic hills, making Livorno an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day8
MAY 312027
A:10:00 AM

Marseille (Provence), France, offers docking at Marseille Port. Travelers explore Notre-Dame de la Garde and Vieux-Port. Excursions visit Aix-en-Provence’s lavender fields. Local markets sell bouillabaisse. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures basilicas and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes ratatouille, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Provençal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Marseille’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ports and scenic fields, making Marseille an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)