--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 2bed706d-47a7-4f56-be97-dea86d87b93d slug: 2316284 voyage_code: None cruise_line: MSC Cruises ship: MSC Sinfonia departure_date: return_date: nights: 27 embarkation_port: Marseille (Provence), France disembarkation_port: Durban starting_price_usd: 2239.0 bookable: true last_updated: 2026-05-05T04:19:23Z --- # MSC Grand Voyages from Marseille > MSC Cruises · MSC Sinfonia · Oct 16 – Nov 12, 2027   (27 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | MSC Cruises | | **Ship** | MSC Sinfonia | | **Duration** | 27 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Marseille (Provence), France | | **Disembarkation Port** | Durban | | **Starting Price** | 2,239 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | None | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Marseille (Provence), France **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM On the spectacular coastline of the French Riviera lies Marseille, an MSC Mediterranean Cruises destination. This atmospheric port city is known for its unique mix of grit and glamour, seen in its labyrinth of streets and historical architecture. Only a few miles from Marseille’s charismatic cafes and bustling Vieux Port, stunning cities are to be found. Visit Aix-en-Provence, birthplace of Cézanne, or take in the ancient beauty of Avignon. ### Day 2: Olbia, Italy **Arrives:** 10:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Olbia, is a town in northeastern Sardinia (Italy), in the Gallura sub-region. Called Olbia in the Roman age, Civita in the Middle Ages and Terranova Pausania before the 1940s, Olbia was again the official name of the town after the period of Fascim. It is the economic centre of this part of the island (commercial centres, food industry) and is very close to the famous Costa Smeralda tourist area. It is an administrative capital (together with Tempio Pausania) of the province of Olbia - Tempio, ... ### Day 3: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Discover the culture and colour of Civitavecchia, an MSC Mediterranean Cruises destination. This Italian gem is an enjoyable flight from many European and non-European cities. Celebrated for its 16th-century Michelangelo Fort, ancient Taurine Baths, and marble Vanvitelli fountain, the port is a convenient starting point for visiting Rome, Italy’s regal and romantic capital. ### Day 4: Messina (Taormina), Italy **Arrives:** 12:01 PM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Messina may well be your first sight of Sicily, and – from your MSC holiday cruise ship – it’s a fine one, the glittering town spread up the hillside beyond its sickle-shaped Mediterranean harbour. On a shore excursion you can discover Messina’s most important monument, the Duomo, which epitomizes the city’s phoenix-like ability to re-create itself from the ashes of its last disaster. It’s the reconstruction of a twelfth-century cathedral erected by Roger II, one of a series of great Norman chu... ### Day 5: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 6: Rhodes **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM Rhodes, a Greek Dodecanese island and MSC Mediterranean Cruises destination, is celebrated for its beautiful beaches, archaeological ruins, and magnificent museums. Its historical Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the largest medieval city in the European continent! ### Day 7: Limassol **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 03:00 PM Sitting on the stunning Cypriot coastline, Limassol makes for a fascinating MSC Mediterranean Cruises destination. The city is celebrated for its medieval castle, waterfront sculpture park, and vast array of museums. Beyond Limassol lies the fascinating town of Paphos and a host of natural and archaeological wonders including Millomeri Waterfalls and Apollo’s Sanctuary. ### Day 8: Alexandria **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 11:00 PM Discover the ancient history of this cultural, intellectual, political and economic metropolis famous for its temperate winters, white sand beaches and magnifi cent scenery. ### Day 9: Suez Canal Transit **Arrives:** 10:30 PM · **Departs:** 11:00 PM ### Day 10: Suez Canal Transit **Arrives:** 04:30 PM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM ### Day 11: Sharm El Sheikh **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM Sharm el-Sheikh is an Egyptian resort town between the desert of the Sinai Peninsula and the Red Sea. It's known for its sheltered sandy beaches, clear waters and coral reefs. Naama Bay, with a palm tree-lined promenade, is filled with bars and restaurants. Ras Muhammad National Park is a major diving destination, with marine life around the Shark and Yolanda reefs and the Thistlegorm wreck. ### Day 12: Safaga **Arrives:** 06:00 AM · **Departs:** 09:00 PM Port Safaga (Bur Safaga in Arabic), where your MSC cruise ship awaits your return, is a village on the Red Sea coast. The town, whose economy is driven by the nearby phosphate mines, consists of a single windswept avenue running straight on, past concrete boxes with bold signs proclaiming their function. Silos and cranes identify the port, which runs alongside (but remains out of bounds) for most of this distance. However, inland from Port Safaga, a shore excursion on your MSC Grand Voyages ... ### Day 13: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 14: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 15: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 16: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 17: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 18: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 19: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 20: Port Victoria **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Port of Victoria, is located in Seychelles, an archipelago in the Indian Ocean, northeast of Madagascar. Port-Victoria has no fixed handling equipment. Ships are handled through ship's gear by the private stevedores. ### Day 21: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 22: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 23: Port Louis **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM A holiday in the Mauritius with an MSC cruise means disembarking at Port Louis. It is the capital of this island nation off the cost of Madagascar, which together with its twin Réunion, represents a must-see stop for an MSC cruise to Southern Africa. Port Louis has taken its role as the country’s first city seriously and has expanded over time with new streets, buildings and a beautiful promenade. After our cruise ship has docked, you will be able to take a stroll along the Caudan Waterfront,... ### Day 24: La Possession **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Cruise ships rarely visit the port of La Possession, on the splendid Punta des Galets. This makes it one of the most unique stops of an MSC cruise to Southern Africa. As soon as you disembark, you can head off on an excursion to the so-called Circus of Salazie, the remains of an enormous volcanic caldera located a few kilometres from La Possession. Instead of geysers of lava, extinguished centuries ago, you will find an explosion of life, where marvels of nature live side by side with small t... ### Day 25: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 26: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 27: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 28: Durban **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM When you alight from your MSC cruise in Durban – South Africa’s third-largest city and the continent’s largest port – you will be captured by its tropical colours and holidaying people. A shore excursion on your MSC South Africa cruise can be the opportunity to discover Durban’s second-largest ethnic group, its Indian population, whose mosques, bazaars and temples are juxtaposed with the Victorian buildings of the colonial centre. The pulsing warren of bazaars, alleyways and mosques that mak... ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Inside | $2,239 | | Ocean View | $3,009 | | Balcony | $4,539 | | Suite | $5,629 | ## Cabin Options ### Inside Cabins **INTERIOR BELLA GUARANTEED** (Code: IB) Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available ### Outside Cabins **OCEAN VIEW BELLA GUARANTEED** (Code: OB) Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer TV, telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available ### Balcony Cabins **BALCONY BELLA GUARANTEED** (Code: BB) Balcony Sitting area with sofa Comfortable double or single beds (on request) Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar Bathroom with shower or bathtub , vanity area with hairdryer ### Suite Cabins **JUNIOR SUITE AUREA** (Code: SR2) Balcony Sitting area with sofa Spacious closet Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer Interactive TV. telephone, safe and minibar Wi-Fi access available ## Ship Information ### MSC Sinfonia MSC Sinfonia pays homage to the symphonies of the great composers in a thoroughly modern reinterpretation of the classic cruise experience. Stylish designer interiors combine clean lines and every modern comfort with the warmth of traditional natural wood, brass and marble, bringing each stunning venue on this ship its own unique feel. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 2,546 | | Crew | 721 | | Gross Tonnage | 65,542.0 | | Length | 824.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 980 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Food and Drink - **Wellness Corner**: A selection of light and tasty dishes awaits you at our Wellness Corner. Made with your health in mind, these dishes will boost your wellbeing without... - **Happy Dinners**: Let your children eat then play. As soon as they finish dinner we will be happy to take them to the kids’ clubs, leaving you free to enjoy your meal i... - **International Dining**: Our main restaurants invite you on a journey around the world’s cuisines, offering exceptional international dishes every day of your cruise. - **Dessert Corner**: Indulge your sweet tooth at the Dessert Corner, a cornucopia of deliciously sweet treats that will have your mouth watering. Enter the magical world o... - **Meat Carvery**: Come to the Carvery for deliciously tender, juicy and flavourful roast meat specialities that will please your palate any day of the week. Enjoy the t... ### Entertainment - **Broadway Theatre**: You’d normally have to travel to New York to see top-end shows, but thanks to our Broadway-style theatres you can enjoy superlative entertainment with... - **Sailaway Party**: A start-of-the-cruise event celebrating the ship's departure, led by the Entertainment Team and Dancers in a spectacular Costume Parade. - **Beer Festival**: Fun-packed festive celebrations with a Bavarian flair - decorations, costumes, games, music and of course beer. There’s even a Master of Beer competit... - **Arcade**: While away a few enjoyable hours of game play at the Arcade on board the ship. Pit your wits and skill against those of your friends in any number of ... - **MasterChef**: The world's best-loved food show awaits you on the MSC Cruises fleet! Experience the adrenaline-fuelled creativity of an extraordinary on-board cookin... ### Relaxation - **Beauty Salon**: You can enjoy the expertise of highly specialised staff in aesthetic treatments to offer you excellent results and improve the relaxing effects of you... - **Barber Shop**: Inside the MSC Aurea Spa there’s a dedicated Barber Shop to keep you looking at your best during your time on board! Leave the salon styled and ready ... - **Thermal Area**: Start your wellness journey in our on board thermal area and achieve a lasting feeling of absolute well-being that will stay with you well beyond your... - **Hair Salon**: Refresh your look with a new hairstyle! There are different packages which include a personalised shampoo & conditioning mask, a haircut and a single ... - **MSC Aurea Spa**: MSC Aurea Spa boasts an exotic interior of natural stone, precious woods and rich mosaics, and is equipped with specific and massage treatment suites.... ### Fitness - **Minigolf**: You’ll need to combine hand-to-eye coordination with a deft, light touch to get around our entertaining open-air minigolf course on board the ship. Ge... - **Gym by Technogym**: Fitted with authentic TechnoGym® equipment and featuring panoramic ocean views, the on-board gym is the place to be for all those who take their fitne... - **Five-a-side Football**: Fancy a game of footy? Your wish can be granted at the outdoor five-a-side football pitch at the Sport Center. Team up with some friends or family and... - **Tennis court**: Anyone for tennis? Play to your heart’s content at the outdoor or indoor tennis court of our on-board Sport Center. Tennis is ideal for getting some h... - **Basketball**: Come to the outdoor basketball court at the Sport Center for a chance to hang out with friends, have fun shooting hoops and enjoy a full-body workout ... ### Other - **Accessories**: Top Italian brands such as Armani, Coccinelle, Furla and Fusaro feature alongside international names like Radley London, Calvin Klein, Lacoste, Tommy... - **Fashion Boutique**: Browse the latest collections for men, women and children, plus an array of accessories for all tastes. Enjoy the expert guidance of our staff, here t... - **Duty Free**: Discover everything the Duty Free shop has to offer, all at tax and duty-free prices*. You can choose between top-flight international tobacco product... - **Babies and Toddlers Services**: Baby Clubs - along with activities that the whole family can enjoy together, we offer a Baby Club onboard all our ships with dedicated activities and ... - **Photo Gallery**: Don’t forget to explore the All-Inclusive Digital Photo Package, which includes digital files of all the photos taken by our professional photographer... ### Recreational - **Family Dining**: Enjoy a culinary voyage of discovery with your children on an MSC Cruise: an array of international dishes and ethnic specialties will delight the who... ## Ports of Call ### Marseille (Provence), France *Coordinates: 43.2976, 5.38104* On the spectacular coastline of the French Riviera lies Marseille, an MSC Mediterranean Cruises destination. This atmospheric port city is known for its unique mix of grit and glamour, seen in its labyrinth of streets and historical architecture. Only a few miles from Marseille’s charismatic cafes and bustling Vieux Port, stunning cities are to be found. Visit Aix-en-Provence, birthplace of Cézann... ### Olbia, Italy *Coordinates: 40.9225, 9.48685* Olbia, is a town in northeastern Sardinia (Italy), in the Gallura sub-region. Called Olbia in the Roman age, Civita in the Middle Ages and Terranova Pausania before the 1940s, Olbia was again the official name of the town after the period of Fascim. It is the economic centre of this part of the island (commercial centres, food industry) and is very close to the famous Costa Smeralda tourist area.... ### Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy *Coordinates: 42.1062, 11.7757* Discover the culture and colour of Civitavecchia, an MSC Mediterranean Cruises destination. This Italian gem is an enjoyable flight from many European and non-European cities. Celebrated for its 16th-century Michelangelo Fort, ancient Taurine Baths, and marble Vanvitelli fountain, the port is a convenient starting point for visiting Rome, Italy’s regal and romantic capital. ### Messina (Taormina), Italy *Coordinates: 38.1922, 15.5567* Messina may well be your first sight of Sicily, and – from your MSC holiday cruise ship – it’s a fine one, the glittering town spread up the hillside beyond its sickle-shaped Mediterranean harbour. On a shore excursion you can discover Messina’s most important monument, the Duomo, which epitomizes the city’s phoenix-like ability to re-create itself from the ashes of its last disaster. It’s the re... ### Rhodes *Coordinates: 36.1632, 27.9718* Rhodes, a Greek Dodecanese island and MSC Mediterranean Cruises destination, is celebrated for its beautiful beaches, archaeological ruins, and magnificent museums. Its historical Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the largest medieval city in the European continent! ### Limassol *Coordinates: 34.7071, 33.0226* Sitting on the stunning Cypriot coastline, Limassol makes for a fascinating MSC Mediterranean Cruises destination. The city is celebrated for its medieval castle, waterfront sculpture park, and vast array of museums. Beyond Limassol lies the fascinating town of Paphos and a host of natural and archaeological wonders including Millomeri Waterfalls and Apollo’s Sanctuary. ### Alexandria *Coordinates: 31.2135, 29.9443* Discover the ancient history of this cultural, intellectual, political and economic metropolis famous for its temperate winters, white sand beaches and magnifi cent scenery. ### Suez Canal Transit ### Sharm El Sheikh *Coordinates: 27.8598, 34.2824* Sharm el-Sheikh is an Egyptian resort town between the desert of the Sinai Peninsula and the Red Sea. It's known for its sheltered sandy beaches, clear waters and coral reefs. Naama Bay, with a palm tree-lined promenade, is filled with bars and restaurants. Ras Muhammad National Park is a major diving destination, with marine life around the Shark and Yolanda reefs and the Thistlegorm wreck. ### Safaga *Coordinates: 26.7312, 33.9384* Port Safaga (Bur Safaga in Arabic), where your MSC cruise ship awaits your return, is a village on the Red Sea coast. The town, whose economy is driven by the nearby phosphate mines, consists of a single windswept avenue running straight on, past concrete boxes with bold signs proclaiming their function. Silos and cranes identify the port, which runs alongside (but remains out of bounds) for m... ### Port Victoria *Coordinates: -4.61451, 55.4418* Port of Victoria, is located in Seychelles, an archipelago in the Indian Ocean, northeast of Madagascar. Port-Victoria has no fixed handling equipment. Ships are handled through ship's gear by the private stevedores. ### Port Louis *Coordinates: -20.1654, 57.4896* A holiday in the Mauritius with an MSC cruise means disembarking at Port Louis. It is the capital of this island nation off the cost of Madagascar, which together with its twin Réunion, represents a must-see stop for an MSC cruise to Southern Africa. Port Louis has taken its role as the country’s first city seriously and has expanded over time with new streets, buildings and a beautiful promena... ### La Possession *Coordinates: -20.9181, 55.3418* Cruise ships rarely visit the port of La Possession, on the splendid Punta des Galets. This makes it one of the most unique stops of an MSC cruise to Southern Africa. As soon as you disembark, you can head off on an excursion to the so-called Circus of Salazie, the remains of an enormous volcanic caldera located a few kilometres from La Possession. Instead of geysers of lava, extinguished centu... ### Durban *Coordinates: -29.853, 31.0164* When you alight from your MSC cruise in Durban – South Africa’s third-largest city and the continent’s largest port – you will be captured by its tropical colours and holidaying people. A shore excursion on your MSC South Africa cruise can be the opportunity to discover Durban’s second-largest ethnic group, its Indian population, whose mosques, bazaars and temples are juxtaposed with the Victor... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2316284 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2316284 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2316284.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2316284/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/msc-cruises/msc-sinfonia/other/70360.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 04:19:23 UTC