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MSC Orchestra
First launched
2007
First launched
Passengers
2550
Passengers
Ports Visited
16
Ports visited
Cruises from $118 per day
$118
From Price per day
Total Gross Tonnage of MSC Orchestra
92,409
Gross Tonnage

MSC Orchestra Cruises

3.9
(from 11 verified customers)

Launched in 2007, MSC Orchestra at 92,409 GT carries 2,550 passengers. She is one of MSC Cruise Line's "Musica" family of ships. The interior décor of wood and marble, soft furnishings and colour reflects high Italian quality. The vessel is roomy, with plenty of lounges and bars, and has excellent alternative restaurants offering Italian and Japanese fare.Combining spacious, elegant interiors with fine dining, varied entertainment programs and high-quality, resort-style amenities, MSC Orchestra promises you a dream cruise. With a choice of countless different ways to relax and enjoy yourself each day, life aboard can be just what you want it to be.

Ship Specification

Maiden voyage: 2007
Number of decks: 13
Tonnage: 92409
Cabins: 1075
Passengers: 2550
Number of crew: 987
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Onboard Experience

  • Dining

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    • Dining on the MSC Orchestra
    • Dining on the MSC Orchestra
    • Dining on the MSC Orchestra

    The two main dining rooms, L’Ibiscus and Villa Borghese, are located aft with large ocean-view windows. There are two seatings for dinners. Guests in suites and deluxe grades are assigned seats in a quieter section of the restaurant. Dishes range from traditional and tasty Mediterranean fare, to the most refined international recipes. There is the "Always Available" menu, which includes spaghetti and grilled chicken, beefsteak or salmon.

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    The alternative specialty restaurant is Shanghai, a Chinese venue with real wok cooking and dim sum. The Four Seasons Restaurant is another alternative dining area with à la carte Italian cuisine.

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  • Bars

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    • Bar on the MSC Orchestra
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    • Bar on the MSC Orchestra

    The bars and lounges on MSC Orchestra make every moment a special occasion, whether you’re dancing to live music in the Savannah Bar, tasting a selection of fine wines in La Cantinella Wine Bar or relaxing in the La Cubana Cigar Room.

  • Entertainment

    • Entertainment on the MSC Orchestra
    • Entertainment on the MSC Orchestra
    • Entertainment on the MSC Orchestra
    • Entertainment on the MSC Orchestra

    The state-of-the-art 1240 seat two-deck Covent Garden Theatre is the principal showlounge. Some productions may be short, just 30 minutes. The Shakers Lounge is the main centre for social dancing, and other dance floors are spread throughout other lounges. The young and lively go to the loud and futuristic R32 Disco. View big-screen movies on the large screen above the forward pool.

  • Activities

    • Activities on the MSC Orchestra
    • Activities on the MSC Orchestra
    • Activities on the MSC Orchestra
    • Activities on the MSC Orchestra
    • Activities on the MSC Orchestra

    Every moment you spend aboard MSC Orchestra is rich with possibility. They offer a varied program of activities, from arts & craft classes and dance lessons to sports tournaments. When evening comes, all kinds of fun awaits you in the ship’s theater, its casino, its disco and bars.

  • Health & Fitness

    • Fitness on the MSC Orchestra
    • Fitness on the MSC Orchestra

    If relaxation is your goal, there’s ample deck space on MSC Orchestra to unwind in the sun. And why not pay a visit to the lavish onboard spa? It offers a choice of Turkish baths, saunas and a myriad of magical massages to soothe and pamper you. If you prefer to stay active even when you’re on holiday, you’ll enjoy the sports center, the panoramic gym, the 5 stunning pools or perhaps the jogging track that lets you keep in shape at your own pace, out in the fresh sea breeze.

  • Kids

    • Kids activities on the MSC Orchestra
    • Kids activities on the MSC Orchestra
    • Kids activities on the MSC Orchestra
    • Kids activities on the MSC Orchestra
    • Kids activities on the MSC Orchestra

    Kids can go wild to their heart’s content in the Jungle Adventure playroom, while teens get their own club too.

  • 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

Customer cruise ship ratings

MSC Orchestra has an average of 3.9 Stars based on 11 Guest Reviews

  • Overall
    3.9
  • Cabin
    4.3
  • Dining
    3.4
  • Entertainment
    3.5
  • Service
    3.8

Destination & Ports

Visited Ports

Highlights

  • Whatever your age and travel desires, you can be sure they’ll come true for you, your friends and family on a cruise like no other on MSC Orchestra.

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Cabins

Four out of five cabins have an outside view, and of these four out of five have a balcony. Cabins are stylish. For all cabins continental breakfast is complimentary from 7.30 to 10 am, while room service snacks can be bought at other times. In suites a basket of fruit is provided at embarkation, and replenished daily. Cabins come with a mini-bar, personal safe, ample closet, shower-only tub, terrycloth robes, flat-screen television, and excellent 24-hour room service.

Suites have in addition fresh flowers, daily tray of canapés, hangers, upgraded toiletries, bathroom with tub, and king-size bed (or two singles). Ninety-eight ‘Ocean View’ cabins on deck 8 have obstructed views, so be alert to this. Suites also have a large lounger area and walk-in closet, vanity desk with hair dryer. Some very popular staterooms are at the aft of the ship with views of the wake from balcony cabins. There are 18 suites with a private balcony, no single cabins, and 17 that are wheelchair-accessible. )

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  • Inside

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    Cabin Types

    IR2, IR1, IB

    Surface approx. 151 sq. ft., deck 12-15Relaxing armchair Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar*Cabin for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility has only single beds.The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

  • Oceanview

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    Cabin Types

    OR2, OR1, OO, OB

    Surface approx. 172 sq. ft., deck 8Window with sea viewRelaxing armchair Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar**Cabin for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility has only single beds.The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

  • Balcony

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    Cabin Types

    BA, BL2, BL1, BR2, BR1, BP, BB

    Surface approx. 194 sq. ft. with a balcony that is approx. 54 sq. ft., deck 9-11Sitting area with sofaBathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryerComfortable double or single beds (on request*)Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar*Cabin for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility has only single beds (except cabin 15025)The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

  • Suite

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    Cabin Types

    SL1

    Surface approx. 280 sq. ft. with a balcony that is approx. 43 sq. ft., deck 15Sitting area with sofa Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryerComfortable double or single beds (on request*)Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar*Cabin for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility has only single beds (except cabin 15025)The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

MSC Orchestra 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
  • 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 Orchestra Cruise Calendar

Date Title Departs Prices From
16 Apr 2025 Italy, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) $415
16 Apr 2025 Italy, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) $879
17 Apr 2025 Italy, Spain Genoa $1259
18 Apr 2025 Spain, Italy, France Barcelona $1457
21 Apr 2025 Italy, France, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) $1985
21 Apr 2025 Italy, France, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) Sold Out
21 Apr 2025 Italy, France Rome (Civitavecchia) $415
22 Apr 2025 Italy, France, Spain Genoa $2095
23 Apr 2025 France, Spain, Italy Marseille $1895
24 Apr 2025 Spain, Italy, France Barcelona $1135
27 Apr 2025 Italy, France, Spain Cagliari $1745
28 Apr 2025 Italy, France, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) $1885
29 Apr 2025 Italy, France, Spain Genoa $1905
30 Apr 2025 France, Spain, Italy Marseille $1885
01 May 2025 Spain, Italy, France Barcelona $1325
04 May 2025 Italy, France, Spain Cagliari $1615
05 May 2025 Italy, France, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) $1695
06 May 2025 Italy, France, Spain Genoa $1395
07 May 2025 France, Spain, Italy Marseille $1755
08 May 2025 Spain, Italy, France Barcelona $1495
11 May 2025 Italy, France, Spain Cagliari $1115
12 May 2025 Italy, France, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) $1275
13 May 2025 Italy, France, Spain Genoa $2045
14 May 2025 France, Spain, Italy Marseille $1575
15 May 2025 Spain, Italy, France Barcelona $1995
18 May 2025 Italy, France, Spain Cagliari $1395
19 May 2025 Italy, France, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) $1445
20 May 2025 Italy, France, Spain Genoa $2125
21 May 2025 France, Spain, Italy Marseille $1425
22 May 2025 Spain, Italy, France Barcelona $2595
25 May 2025 Italy, France, Spain Cagliari $1525
26 May 2025 Italy, France, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) $1485
27 May 2025 Italy, France, Spain Genoa $1855
28 May 2025 France, Spain, Italy Marseille $2015
29 May 2025 Spain, Italy, France Barcelona $1945
01 Jun 2025 Italy, France, Spain Cagliari $1735
02 Jun 2025 Italy, France, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) $1585
03 Jun 2025 Italy, France, Spain Genoa $1615
04 Jun 2025 France, Spain, Italy Marseille $1625
05 Jun 2025 Spain, Italy, France Barcelona $3335
08 Jun 2025 Italy, France, Spain Cagliari $2005
09 Jun 2025 Italy, France, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) $2165
10 Jun 2025 Italy, France, Spain Genoa $2145
11 Jun 2025 France, Spain, Italy Marseille $2025
12 Jun 2025 Spain, Italy, France Barcelona $1865
15 Jun 2025 Italy, France, Spain Cagliari $1735
16 Jun 2025 Italy, France, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) $2235
17 Jun 2025 Italy, France, Spain Genoa $1695
18 Jun 2025 France, Spain, Italy Marseille $1915
19 Jun 2025 Spain, Italy, France Barcelona $1885
22 Jun 2025 Italy, France, Spain Cagliari $1865
23 Jun 2025 Italy, France, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) $1785
24 Jun 2025 Italy, France, Spain Genoa $2205
25 Jun 2025 France, Spain, Italy Marseille $2595
26 Jun 2025 Spain, Italy, France Barcelona $2245
29 Jun 2025 Italy, France, Spain Cagliari $1705
30 Jun 2025 Italy, France, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) $1825
01 Jul 2025 Italy, France, Spain Genoa $1905
02 Jul 2025 France, Spain, Italy Marseille $2075
03 Jul 2025 Spain, Italy, France Barcelona $2015
06 Jul 2025 Italy, France, Spain Cagliari $1905
07 Jul 2025 Italy, France, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) $2085
08 Jul 2025 Italy, France, Spain Genoa $2165
09 Jul 2025 France, Spain, Italy Marseille $2245
10 Jul 2025 Spain, Italy, France Barcelona $1905
13 Jul 2025 Italy, France, Spain Cagliari $1885
14 Jul 2025 Italy, France, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) $2135
15 Jul 2025 Italy, France, Spain Genoa $1945
16 Jul 2025 France, Spain, Italy Marseille $2255
17 Jul 2025 Spain, Italy, France Barcelona $2315
20 Jul 2025 Italy, France, Spain Cagliari $2085
21 Jul 2025 Italy, France, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) $2075
22 Jul 2025 Italy, France, Spain Genoa $2165
23 Jul 2025 France, Spain, Italy Marseille $1925
24 Jul 2025 Spain, Italy, France Barcelona $2165
27 Jul 2025 Italy, France, Spain Cagliari $1935
28 Jul 2025 Italy, France, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) $2025
29 Jul 2025 Italy, France, Spain Genoa $1975
30 Jul 2025 France, Spain, Italy Marseille $2145
31 Jul 2025 Spain, Italy, France Barcelona $2185
03 Aug 2025 Italy, France, Spain Cagliari $2065
04 Aug 2025 Italy, France, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) $2245
05 Aug 2025 Italy, France, Spain Genoa $2195
06 Aug 2025 France, Spain, Italy Marseille $2455
07 Aug 2025 Spain, Italy, France Barcelona $2305
10 Aug 2025 Italy, France, Spain Cagliari $2435
11 Aug 2025 Italy, France, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) $2565
12 Aug 2025 Italy, France, Spain Genoa $2335
13 Aug 2025 France, Spain, Italy Marseille $2365
14 Aug 2025 Spain, Italy, France Barcelona $2095
17 Aug 2025 Italy, France, Spain Cagliari $2315
18 Aug 2025 Italy, France, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) $2485
19 Aug 2025 Italy, France, Spain Genoa $2025
20 Aug 2025 France, Spain, Italy Marseille $2105
21 Aug 2025 Spain, Italy, France Barcelona $2105
24 Aug 2025 Italy, France, Spain Cagliari $2195
25 Aug 2025 Italy, France, Spain Rome (Civitavecchia) $2265
26 Aug 2025 Italy, France, Spain Genoa $1935
27 Aug 2025 France, Spain, Italy Marseille $1765
28 Aug 2025 Spain, Italy, France Barcelona $2365

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