MSC Cruises

Daily Itinerary

1. Day 1

   Barcelona

   Depart 16:00

   Spain

   

   Barcelona is the city where Roman history, Gothic grandeur, and Gaudí's delirious Modernisme collide in a Mediterranean coastal capital of astonishing energy and beauty. The Sagrada Família — still under construction after 140 years — continues its audacious ascent toward completion, while the Gothic Quarter's Roman-era foundations and the Passeig de Gràcia's extraordinary concentration of Modernisme masterpieces reward days of exploration. For a complete sensory experience, lose an afternoon in the covered labyrinth of La Boqueria market before descending to the waterfront for Catalan seafood at its finest. May through June and September through October offer the most pleasant weather; the city connects directly to Paris by overnight train.

2. Day 3

   Tangier

   Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00

   Morocco

   

   Tangier is Morocco's storied gateway between Africa and Europe, a city of Phoenician origins where a whitewashed medina, vibrant souks, and a cosmopolitan waterfront converge at the Strait of Gibraltar. Visitors should not miss savouring traditional pastilla in a rooftop riad and exploring the Kasbah's amber-lit ramparts at sunset. The ideal season to arrive is April through June or September through October, when mild Mediterranean temperatures and fewer crowds allow the city's layered beauty to reveal itself at an unhurried, luxurious pace.

3. Day 11

   St. John's, Antigua

   Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00

   Antigua and Barbuda

   

   St. John's, Antigua's storied capital, anchors a natural harbor that has drawn seafarers since the seventeenth century, its Georgian cathedral and pastel-painted market hall bearing quiet witness to a complex colonial past. The crown jewel lies an hour's drive away at Nelson's Dockyard in English Harbour — the world's only still-functioning Georgian naval dockyard, set against the turquoise waters of one of the Caribbean's finest anchorages. Antigua's warm, dry climate makes it a year-round destination, though the exhilarating Sailing Week regatta in late April draws the most glamorous international crowd.

4. Day 12

   Philipsburg, St. Maarten

   Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00

   Sint Maarten

   

   Philipsburg, capital of the Dutch side of Sint Maarten, packs extraordinary energy onto a narrow sand spit between Great Bay and the Great Salt Pond — two parallel streets of duty-free boutiques, creole restaurants, and rum bars backed by a beach where cruise ships anchor so close that their hulls seem to dominate the shoreline. The island's most celebrated spectacle is entirely involuntary: Princess Juliana International Airport, where landing aircraft pass at rooftop height over Maho Beach, drawing crowds of thrill-seekers every day. The 1648 Mount Concordia Treaty, dividing this sliver of land between France and the Netherlands, created the world's smallest territory shared by two nations. The dry season from December to April is optimal.

5. Day 13

   Basseterre

   Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

   Saint Kitts and Nevis

   

   Basseterre, capital of Saint Kitts and Nevis — the smallest sovereign nation in the Americas — is the gateway to an island whose volcanic drama and layered colonial history distinguish it from every other Caribbean port. Mount Liamuiga's cloud-capped summit and its rainforest-filled crater lake await hikers, while the UNESCO-listed Brimstone Hill Fortress, one of the finest surviving examples of British colonial military architecture, commands sweeping views across neighboring islands. The surrounding plantation inns — sugar estates converted into intimate boutique hotels — offer the most atmospheric accommodation in the Eastern Caribbean. Visit November through April for the driest, sunniest weather.

6. Day 15

   La Romana

   Arrive 07:00

   Dominican Republic

   

   La Romana is a vibrant port in the Dominican Republic, known for its stunning beaches and rich cultural heritage. Must-do experiences include savoring La Bandera, the local culinary staple, and exploring nearby attractions like Catalina Island and Cayo Levantado. The best season to visit is from December to April, when the weather is pleasantly warm and dry.

Cabin Categories

BALCONY AUREA

Balcony

172 sq ftMax 2BA

Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer Comfortable double or single beds (on request) TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar

SafeHair DryerDeskDouble or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaVanity Area+5

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BALCONY BELLA GUARANTEED

Balcony

172 sq ftMax 2BB

Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer Comfortable double or single beds (on request) TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)Safe+3

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JUNIOR BALCONY FANTASTICA

Balcony

172 sq ftMax 2BM1

Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer Comfortable double or single beds (on request) TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar

BathQueen or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTV+5

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INTERIOR BELLA GUARANTEED

Inside

140 sq ftMax 2IB

Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)Safe+3

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JUNIOR INTERIOR FANTASTICA

Inside

140 sq ftMax 2IM2

Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)Safe+3

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JUNIOR INTERIOR FANTASTICA

Inside

140 sq ftMax 2IM1

Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)Safe+3

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JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA

Outside

140 sq ftMax 2OM1

Window with sea view Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)Safe+3

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JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA

Outside

140 sq ftMax 2OM2

Window with sea view Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)Safe+3

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JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW WITH OBSTRUCTED VIEW FANTASTICA

Outside

140 sq ftMax 2OO

Window with sea view Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)Safe+3

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OCEAN VIEW BELLA GUARANTEED

Outside

140 sq ftMax 2OB

Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)Safe+3

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PREMIUM OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA

Outside

236 sq ftMax 2OL1

Window with sea view Relaxing armchair Spacious closet Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerRoom Service AvailableTVWi-Fi (Additional Cost)Safe+3

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DELUXE SUITE AUREA

Suite

301 sq ftMax 2SR1

Balcony Sitting area with sofa Spacious closet Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV, telephone, save and minibar Wi-Fi access available

King or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerBathToiletries ProvidedRoom Service Available+5

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