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| 1 | Wednesday, November 12, 2025 | Palermo, Italy | Embark | 5:00 PM |
The capital of Sicily, Palermo is an historic city in southern Italy and is situated on the NW of the island right by the Gulf of Palermo in the Tyrrhenian Sea. The 2700 year-old city is noted for its rich history, culture and architecture. With Sicily's greatest concentration of sights, and the second biggest historic centre in Italy, Palermo is a complex, multilayered city that can be overwhelming if you try to see too much. Read more about Palermo, Italy |
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| 2 | Thursday, November 13, 2025 | At Sea | ||
| 3 | Friday, November 14, 2025 | Valencia, Spain | 5:00 PM | |
Valencia city, the administrative capital of the Valencian community and the centre of the region of L’Horta, is situated in the centre of the Spanish Mediterranean coastline. The Old City of Valencia, with its monuments, museums, and gardens, is a major tourist attraction. Here one finds the Gothic building of La Lonja that has been declared by UNESCO as a universal heritage monument. Read more about Valencia, Spain |
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| 4 | Saturday, November 15, 2025 | At Sea | ||
| 5 | Sunday, November 16, 2025 | At Sea | ||
| 6 | Monday, November 17, 2025 | Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain | 5:00 PM | |
Santa Cruz de Tenerife (commonly known as Santa Cruz) is the capital the Autonomous Community of the Canary Islands. The port is of great importance and is the communications hub between Europe, Africa, and the Americas, with cruise ships arriving from many nations. Not surprisingly, the city has a real cosmopolitan mix due to immigrants from Latin America, Africa and Western Europe. Read more about Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain |
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| 7 | Tuesday, November 18, 2025 | At Sea | ||
| 8 | Wednesday, November 19, 2025 | At Sea | ||
| 9 | Thursday, November 20, 2025 | At Sea | ||
| 10 | Friday, November 21, 2025 | At Sea | ||
| 11 | Saturday, November 22, 2025 | At Sea | ||
| 12 | Sunday, November 23, 2025 | Recife, Brazil | 6:00 PM | |
Recife is one of the largest and most important cities on the NE coast of Brazil. This lively capital, originally founded by the Dutch, is brimming with a vibrant culture. The many rivers, small islands and over fifty bridges found in the city centre gives it the title of ‘Brazilian Venice’. Read more about Recife, Brazil |
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| 13 | Monday, November 24, 2025 | At Sea | ||
| 14 | Tuesday, November 25, 2025 | At Sea | ||
| 15 | Wednesday, November 26, 2025 | Buzios, Brazil | 8:00 AM | 7:00 PM |
Buzios in Brazil is situated 169 km NE of Rio de Janeiro, a small and sophisticated paradise that was popularised by legendary movie star Brigitte Bardot in the 1960s, and her statue still graces the main street. Today it is the haunt of the rich and famous of the world who flock to the city to enjoy the more than 20 stunning beaches in the vicinity. The peninsula is a sophisticated beach resort with a very active night life and fine restaurants. Read more about Buzios, Brazil |
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| 16 | Thursday, November 27, 2025 | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
Rio de Janeiro is a large Brazilian city situated on the South Atlantic Coast of South America. It is perhaps best known for its carnivals and the largest art deco statue in existence, the giant Christ the Redeemer Statue that is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. While there absorb the magnificent views and you will feel as though you are taking a walk in the clouds. Read more about Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
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| 17 | Friday, November 28, 2025 | Santos (Sao Paulo), Brazil | 8:00 AM | Disembark |
The municipality of Santos, in the state of Sao Paulo in Brazil, is the largest seaport in Latin America. It is a beehive of activity that offers an intense cultural experience. It is in fact a great city to explore, with its own idiosyncrasies, and the exquisite way of living of its inhabitants. Read more about Santos (Sao Paulo), Brazil |
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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.
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).
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).
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).
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).
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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Cruiseline: MSC Cruises Ship: MSC Lirica Departure: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 Nights: 16 nights Departs: Palermo Returns: Santos (Sao Paulo)
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