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Italy, Croatia

Ship: MSC Lirica   
Departure: Friday, October 10, 2025
Nights: 5 nights
Departs: Ancona
Returns: Ancona
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Countries Visted
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  • Itinerary

    Italy, Croatia

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Friday, October 10, 2025 Ancona, Italy Embark 8:00 PM
    View of Ancona, Italy

    The modern port city of Ancona is located on the Adriatic Sea in the Le Marche region of central Italy. Its untouched natural beauty includes plantations, vineyards and olive groves. Add to this its vitality and delicious cuisine, that not surprisingly results in the growth of the number of tourists to the city. Read more about Ancona, Italy

    2 Saturday, October 11, 2025 Venice, Italy 7:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Venice, Italy

    Located at the head of the Adriatic Sea between the mouths of the Piave and Po Rivers, an intricate web of 118 tiny islands and canals make up the enchanting city of Venice in Italy. Considered to be an extremely beautiful and romantic destination, it is not surprising that Venice has played an important role in the history of symphonic and operatic music. One must take a gondola ride along some of the over 150 canals, including the Grand Canal. Read more about Venice, Italy

    3 Sunday, October 12, 2025 Zadar, Croatia 7:00 AM 3:00 PM
    View of Zadar, Croatia

    Zadar is a Croatian city located not far from Sibenik. It is a several thousands of years old town and it was the capital of Dalmatia for many centuries. Several layers of city walls with their attractive and impressive entries dating back to the 16th century, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque monuments, as well as a preserved collection of church silver and gold, all bear witness to the city's tumultuous past. Read more about Zadar, Croatia

    4 Monday, October 13, 2025 Dubrovnik, Croatia 1:00 PM 7:00 PM
    View of Dubrovnik, Croatia

    Dubrovnik, a Croatian city on the Adriatic Sea coast, is a prominent tourist destination. The city joined the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites in 1979. An outstanding feature of the Old Town of Dubrovnik is its intact city walls that run uninterrupted for 1,940m encircling the city. Read more about Dubrovnik, Croatia

    5 Tuesday, October 14, 2025 Rijeka, Croatia 8:00 AM 9:00 PM
    View of Rijeka, Croatia

    Rijeka (aka Fiume, Reka, Rika, all meaning ‘river’) is the deep water seaport of Croatia, located in an inlet of the Adriatic Sea. Historically it has been subject to many fierce and horrible disputes. The city’s economy depends on ship building, though this is now turning towards services and tourism. Read more about Rijeka, Croatia

    6 Wednesday, October 15, 2025 Ancona, Italy 8:00 AM Disembark
    View of Ancona, Italy

    The modern port city of Ancona is located on the Adriatic Sea in the Le Marche region of central Italy. Its untouched natural beauty includes plantations, vineyards and olive groves. Add to this its vitality and delicious cuisine, that not surprisingly results in the growth of the number of tourists to the city. Read more about Ancona, Italy

  • Ship

    MSC Lirica Overview

    MSC Lirica

    3.7
    (from 10 verified customers)

    MSC Lirica has been in service since 2003. In November 2015 she was refitted and extended by 24m, at 65,591 GT, with 194 cabins added – to carry 1984 passengers. Her Italian décor avoids the neon glitter of some cruise lines, and accentuates marble, wood, brass, and soft furnishings.

  • Cabins

    MSC Lirica Cabins

    Inside

    Inside

    Inside on the MSC Lirica Inside on the MSC Lirica

    Cabin Types

    IM2, IM1, IB

    Surface approx. 140 sq. ft., deck 9-10Relaxing armchairBathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryerComfortable double or single beds (on request*)TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar* Cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility have single beds only.The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

    Oceanview

    Oceanview

    Oceanview on the MSC Lirica Oceanview on the MSC Lirica

    Cabin Types

    OL1, OM2, OM1, OO, OB

    Surface approx. 237 sq. ft., deck 9.Window with sea viewRelaxing armchairComfortable double or single beds (on request)Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryerTV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibarThe image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

    Balcony

    Balcony

    Balcony on the MSC Lirica Balcony on the MSC Lirica

    Cabin Types

    BM1, BB

    Surface approx. 140 sq. ft. with a balcony that is approx. 32 sq. ft., deck 9-10Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryerComfortable double or single beds (on request)TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibarThe image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

    Suite

    Suite

    Suite on the MSC Lirica Suite on the MSC Lirica

    Cabin Types

    SR2, SR1

    Surface approx. 248 sq. ft. with a balcony that is approx. 54 sq. ft., deck 12Sitting area with sofaSpacious WardrobeBathroom with bathtub, vanity area with hairdryerComfortable double or single beds (on request)TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibarThe image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

  • Deck Plans

    MSC Lirica Deck Plans

    Legend

    • Sofa bed
    • 3rd bed is a pullman bed
    • 3rd & 4th beds are pullman beds
    • Double sofa bed
    • Connecting staterooms
    • Cabin for guests with reduced mobility
    • Obstructed views
    • Staterooms with metal balcony
    • Staterooms with partial metal/partial glass balconies
    • Ship configuration may be subject to change depending on the season and on the destination
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  • Italy, Croatia

    Cruiseline: MSC Cruises Ship: MSC Lirica Departure: Friday, October 10, 2025 Nights: 5 nights Departs: Ancona Returns: Ancona

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