The MSC Lirica will be cruising the Western Mediterranean during this winter. Currently, there’s a date in February, on which you can board the ship for a week and merely pay €309 per person. The cruise has various stops in Italy and Spain during that week.
The price includes all meals, as well as water, coffee, tea, and milk in the buffet area, all day long. All gratuities are also included in this price.
The cheapest dates for this cruise are:
- January 9 – 16: €389
- January 23 – 30: €379
- January 30 – February 6: €379
- February 20 – 27: €309
The Route
This itinerary begins and ends in Marseille, France, with stops in several Mediterranean destinations. It includes visits to Palma de Mallorca, Spain, known for its beaches and historic sites, and Valencia, Spain, with its blend of modern architecture and traditional culture.
After a day at sea, the route continues to Cagliari, Italy, the capital of Sardinia, followed by Civitavecchia, Italy, the port city often used as a gateway to Rome. The final stop is Livorno, Italy, a coastal city close to Florence and Pisa, before returning to Marseille. This trip offers a mix of cultural landmarks, coastal scenery, and time to relax.
Here’s the detailed itinerary:
- Day 1: Marseille (departs at 17:00)
- Day 2: Palma de Mallorca, Spain
- Day 3: Valencia, Spain
- Day 4: At sea
- Day 5: Cagliari, Italy
- Day 6: Civitavecchia, Italy
- Day 7: Livorno, Italy
- Day 8: Marseille (arrives at 9:00)
The Ship
The MSC Lirica was commissioned in 2003 and measures 275 meters in length and 32 meters in width. With a gross tonnage of 65,500 and a capacity of up to 2,679 passengers, it is one of the smaller ships in the MSC fleet. There are 2 large outdoor pools, whirlpools, a jogging track, a theatre, a casino, a disco, a kids’ club, a spa, and various bars.
Following an extension in 2015, some standard balcony cabins have been converted into mini-suites with balconies. Additionally, a new aquapark has been added to the pool deck for children. Unfortunately, the common areas, especially the included restaurants, have not expanded proportionally, which can sometimes lead to longer wait times when the ship is fully booked. However, MSC offers two different dinner seating times.
The onboard language is English, and the onboard currency is the Euro. The ship was built at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in France.
Cover Picture: © MSC Cruisières