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MSC Opera
Last refurbished
2015
Last refurbished
Passengers
2142
Passengers
Ports Visited
40
Ports visited
Cruises from $87 per day
$87
From Price per day
Total Gross Tonnage of MSC Opera
65,591
Gross Tonnage

MSC Opera Cruises

MSC Opera has been in service since 2004. In July 2015 she returned from a refit with more balcony cabins, public areas, restaurants, and kids’ areas. Extended by 24m, at 65,000 GT, with 194 cabins added, she now carries 2142 passengers.A refined style, precious materials and attention to detail make MSC Opera a cruise ship that really is something to sing about! Built along more classic lines than her sisters in the Musica and Fantasia classes, making a special atmosphere onboard while enabling you to visit those destinations that are inaccessible to larger vessels.

Ship Specification

Maiden voyage: 2004
Number of decks: 10
Tonnage: 65591
Cabins: 1071
Passengers: 2142
Number of crew: 721
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Onboard Experience

  • Dining

    • Dining on the MSC Opera
    • Dining on the MSC Opera
    • Dining on the MSC Opera
    • Dining on the MSC Opera

    The principal dining room is La Caravella Restaurant, with open seating for breakfast and lunch, and two seatings for dinner. The alternative specialty restaurant is Kaito, an authentic Japanese venue with an extensive, outstanding menu. Le Vele Cafeteria is a casual, self-serve, 24-hour buffet. There is also a grill and pizzeria. A number of other cafés are located around the ship.

  • Bars

    • Bar on the MSC Opera
    • Bar on the MSC Opera
    • Bar on the MSC Opera
    • Bar on the MSC Opera
    • Bar on the MSC Opera
    • Bar on the MSC Opera

    For coffee and pastries head for The Coffee Corner. There are eight themed bars that include La Cabala Lounge, a piano lounge, and Sotto Vento Pub.

  • Entertainment

    • Entertainment on the MSC Opera
    • Entertainment on the MSC Opera
    • Entertainment on the MSC Opera
    • Entertainment on the MSC Opera

    The two-deck Theatre presents productions shows, cabaret, plays and other theatrical presentations. Some productions may be short, just 30 minutes. Entertainment includes the Opera Lounge for social dancing, the Byblos Discotheque, an extensive Internet café; and the Monte Carlo Casino. The ship has a number of bands and small ensembles to provide music for dancing and background.

  • Activities

    • Activities on the MSC Opera
    • Activities on the MSC Opera
    • Activities on the MSC Opera
    • Activities on the MSC Opera
    • Activities on the MSC Opera
    • Activities on the MSC Opera

    Choose from a superb selection of leisure and entertainment options throughout each day and night of your cruise. From watching spectacular shows or playing video games to shopping or working out, you’ll always be able to find the ideal activity to satisfy your desire.

  • Health & Fitness

    • Fitness on the MSC Opera
    • Fitness on the MSC Opera
    • Fitness on the MSC Opera
    • Fitness on the MSC Opera
    • Fitness on the MSC Opera
    • Fitness on the MSC Opera

    There are plenty of options for fitness and fun on board, with a double pool complex complete with whirlpool baths, a gym, power walking track, minigolf, shuffleboard, sauna, Turkish bath and the MSC Aurea Spa wellness center offering superb massages.

  • Kids

    • Kids activities on the MSC Opera
    • Kids activities on the MSC Opera
    • Kids activities on the MSC Opera
    • Kids activities on the MSC Opera
    • Kids activities on the MSC Opera

    Youngsters can access brand products from LEGO and Chicco. The Amusement Park and Aqua Park are adjoining, and certainly will become the focus for younger ones.

  • Inclusions

    • Activities - organised & individual
    • All main meals on-board
    • Butler & valet services (select cabins)
    • Captain's welcome cocktail party and Gala Evening
    • Coffee, tea & milk 24 hrs
    • Cruise Director & all English speaking staff
    • Entertainment - live music and/or shows, movies
    • In-cabin continental breakfast for higher classes
    • Kids clubs & teen programs (3-17 yrs)
    • Service charge: Up to €0/USD12.50/AUD18 (12 & over) daily, child over 1 pay half. Ask about pre-payment.
    • Ship-shore-ship transfers
    • Traditional/set time & multi-venue dining
    • Under 12s sharing cabin w/ 2 adults: ask about free travel (pay port dues)
    • Use of ship facilities - indoor & outdoor

Destination & Ports

Visited Ports

Highlights

  • There’s a world of new experiences to discover on board, day after day, moment after moment. Because MSC Opera is the ship that suits you.

  • In addition to all the features of ‘Bella’ and ‘Fantastica’, the ‘Aurea’ Experience offers a series of relaxing benefits for body and soul.

  • A new shopping area named WALK THROUGH SHOPS will be opened on deck 6.

Cabins

Two-thirds of the cabins have an outside view, and of these just one-quarter have a private balcony. Interior and Ocean View cabins are small at 12.9 sq.m. All cabins have interactive television, air-conditioning, telephone, hairdryer, mini-bar/fridge, safe, wardrobe, bathroom with shower, and cotton towels. Two single beds can be converted to a double bed. Outside cabins have a large rectangular viewing window.

The 132 suites with private balcony come with a large double bed, a sitting area with sofa, a substantial walk-in wardrobe, bathrobes, a well-stocked mini-bar, and an expanded bathroom with tub. The suites are well laid out and nicely furnished. Many ‘Ocean View’ cabins on deck 7 have obstructed views, so be alert to this. For all cabins continental breakfast is complimentary from 7.30 to 10 am, while room service snacks can be bought at other times, but there is a per-item charge for other orders. For suites, a basket of fruit is provided at embarkation, and replenished daily. There are five cabins that are wheelchair accessible, and no single cabins.)

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  • Inside

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    Cabin Types

    IM2, IM1, IB

    Surface approx. 129 - 140sq. 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

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    Cabin Types

    OL1, OX1, OM2, OM1, OO, OB

    Surface approx. 237 sq. ft., deck 9.Window with sea viewRelaxing armchairBathroom 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).

  • Balcony

    Balcony on the MSC Opera Balcony on the MSC Opera

    Cabin Types

    BA, BM1, BB

    Surface approx. 140 sq. ft. with a balcony that is approx. 32 sq. ft., deck 9-10, best ship positionsBathroom 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 on the MSC Opera Suite on the MSC Opera

    Cabin Types

    SR1

    Surface approx. 248 sq. ft. with a balcony that is approx. 54 sq. ft., deck 12BalconySitting area with sofaSpacious WardrobeBathroom with bathtub, vanity area with hairdryerComfortable double or single beds (on request)TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safeAUREA Suite benefits:Priority tender and disembarkationIn-suite espresso machine amenitiesPremium Relaxation amenities in each suite (including bathrobe, slippers, and bespoke MED Bath amenities)Premium Minibar (first minibar items)Ironing service (2 items per suite)This update applies to all ships with departure dates starting from July 1st, 2025Please note the benefits are subject to change without prior notice.The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

MSC Opera Deck Plans

Legend

  • Sofa bed
  • 3rd bed is a pullman bed
  • 3rd & 4th beds are pullman beds
  • Connecting staterooms
  • Cabin for guests with reduced mobility
  • 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

MSC Opera Cruise Calendar

Date Title Departs Prices From
06 Apr 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1505
06 Apr 2025 Venice-Marghera,Dubrovnik,Corfu,Kotor,Bari Venice Sold Out
11 Apr 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1845
13 Apr 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1475
18 Apr 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1795
20 Apr 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1775
25 Apr 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1645
27 Apr 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1595
02 May 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $2435
04 May 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1355
09 May 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1725
11 May 2025 Italy, Greece, Croatia Venice $1355
16 May 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1525
18 May 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1265
23 May 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1355
25 May 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1535
30 May 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1575
01 Jun 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1865
06 Jun 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1875
08 Jun 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1915
13 Jun 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1695
15 Jun 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1675
20 Jun 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1785
22 Jun 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1805
27 Jun 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1745
29 Jun 2025 Italy, Greece, Croatia Venice $1745
04 Jul 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1795
06 Jul 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1795
11 Jul 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1805
13 Jul 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1805
18 Jul 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1805
20 Jul 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1805
25 Jul 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1905
27 Jul 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1905
01 Aug 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $2155
03 Aug 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $2055
08 Aug 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $2175
10 Aug 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $2075
15 Aug 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $2315
17 Aug 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $2055
22 Aug 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $2045
24 Aug 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1945
29 Aug 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1945
31 Aug 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1845
05 Sep 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1865
07 Sep 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1765
12 Sep 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1715
14 Sep 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1625
19 Sep 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1575
21 Sep 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1835
26 Sep 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1935
28 Sep 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1835
03 Oct 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1515
05 Oct 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1455
10 Oct 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1445
12 Oct 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1355
17 Oct 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1355
19 Oct 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1445
24 Oct 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Bari $1395
26 Oct 2025 Italy, Croatia, Greece Venice $1395
31 Oct 2025 Italy, Croatia Bari $365
28 Nov 2025 South Africa, Mozambique Durban $591
01 Dec 2025 Durban,Pomene,Durban Durban $705
08 Dec 2025 Durban,Pomene,Durban Durban $715
12 Dec 2025 South Africa, Mozambique Durban $601
15 Dec 2025 Durban,Pomene,Durban Durban $715
19 Dec 2025 South Africa, Mozambique Durban $641
22 Dec 2025 Durban,Pomene,Portuguese Island,Durban Durban $1059
27 Dec 2025 Durban,Nosy Be,Mamoudzou,Port Louis,La Possession,Durban Durban $2865
10 Jan 2026 Durban,Indian Ocean,Durban Durban $407
12 Jan 2026 Durban,Maputo,Portuguese Island,Durban Durban $685
16 Jan 2026 South Africa, Mozambique Durban $541
19 Jan 2026 Durban,Pomene,Durban Durban $665
23 Jan 2026 South Africa, Mozambique Durban $541
26 Jan 2026 Durban,Maputo,Portuguese Island,Durban Durban $665
02 Feb 2026 Durban,Pomene,Durban Durban $655
09 Feb 2026 Durban,Maputo,Portuguese Island,Durban Durban $655
13 Feb 2026 South Africa, Mozambique Durban $541
16 Feb 2026 Durban,Pomene,Durban Durban $655
23 Feb 2026 Durban,Maputo,Portuguese Island,Durban Durban $665
02 Mar 2026 Durban,Pomene,Durban Durban $665
09 Mar 2026 Durban,Maputo,Portuguese Island,Durban Durban $665
13 Mar 2026 South Africa, Mozambique Durban $541
16 Mar 2026 Durban,Pomene,Durban Durban $685
20 Mar 2026 South Africa, Mozambique Durban $541
23 Mar 2026 Durban,Maputo,Portuguese Island,Durban Durban $685
27 Mar 2026 Durban,Cape Town Durban $501
04 Apr 2026 Cape Town,Walvis Bay,Cape Town Cape Town $919
09 Apr 2026 Cape Town,Walvis Bay,Cape Town Cape Town $919
14 Apr 2026 Cape Town,Durban Cape Town $501
13 May 2026 Genoa,Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa Genoa $2249
13 May 2026 Genoa,Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante Genoa $1105
13 May 2026 Genoa,Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon Genoa $829
13 May 2026 Genoa,Marseille Genoa $277
14 May 2026 Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille Marseille $2249
16 May 2026 Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga Malaga $2249
18 May 2026 Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon Lisbon $2249
20 May 2026 Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante Alicante $2249
22 May 2026 Olbia,Genoa,Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia Olbia Sold Out
23 May 2026 Genoa,Marseille,Malaga,Cadiz,Lisbon,Alicante,Mahon,Olbia,Genoa Genoa $2249

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