Mediterranean
MSC's home region: Barcelona, Naples, Genoa, Palma, Malta. Year-round – with twelve ships in top form.
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MSC Cruises Europe's largest cruise line
Modern, family-friendly and unbeatable value: with 24 ships, MSC takes you to the world's most beautiful destinations – from the Mediterranean to the North Cape.
24+MSC Ships
250+Destinations
5M+Guests per year
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All MSC cruises at a glance
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MSC Season Compass
When is the best time for an MSC cruise?
MSC sails year-round – see which MSC region shines in which month.
May— currently 1 MSC regions in peak season
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MSC Mediterranean
22–28 °C, calm seas, long port days in Barcelona, Naples, Dubrovnik.
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MSC Northern Europe
Cooler, quieter, chance of northern lights in September.
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MSC Caribbean
Last chance before storm season – attractive prices.
Off-season
MSC Emirates & Orient
Extreme heat above 40 °C – MSC suspends the route.
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MSC South Africa
Southern winter – MSC has its fleet in Europe.
Destinations
Where does MSC Cruises sail?
Five continents, 250+ ports. Discover the most popular MSC regions.
Caribbean
MSC Seaside, Seashore & Magnifica turn the Caribbean into your winter paradise – with MSC's private island Ocean Cay.
Northern Europe & Fjords
Summer route to the North Cape: MSC Euribia and MSC Preziosa – fjords, midnight sun, Reykjavík.
Emirates & Orient
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha: MSC Opera & co. turn the Orient into a luxury week in winter.
Northern Europe & Baltic
Stockholm, Copenhagen, Tallinn, St. Petersburg – MSC explores the Baltic in summer.
South Africa
Southern summer: MSC Splendida along Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Durban – MSC exclusive.
Why MSC
6 reasons for an MSC cruise
Why MSC Cruises is the first choice for over 5 million guests per year.
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Europe's largest cruise line
24 ships and more than 250 destinations: no other line offers more choice, more ports and more departure dates in Europe.
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Kids free up to age 17
Up to two children under 17 travel free in their parents' cabin – including kids clubs and LEGO Experience onboard.
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Europe's most modern fleet
The MSC fleet averages under 10 years old. Latest ships like MSC World Europa set new standards.
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MSC Yacht Club
Luxury within luxury: private area, own sun deck, 24h butler, complimentary premium drinks – a ship within a ship.
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LNG propulsion – more sustainable
MSC operates the world's first LNG cruise fleet. Up to 99% fewer sulphur and particulate emissions.
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Best value for money
Premium experience at attractive prices – 5-star service from as little as CHF 600 per person per week.
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Frequently asked questions about MSC Cruises
The MSC Yacht Club is the exclusive premium area onboard many MSC ships. It offers private suites, its own sun deck with pool, a private restaurant area, 24-hour butler service and complimentary premium drinks and wellness. It is like a luxury ship within a ship – bookable from around CHF 1,800 per week per person.
The MSC Voyagers Club is MSC's free loyalty program. After your first voyage you automatically earn points and progress through status tiers (Classic, Silver, Gold, Diamond). Benefits range from spa discounts and free Wi-Fi to exclusive cocktail events with the captain. We'll gladly enroll you during booking.
Yes – on most MSC itineraries up to two children under 17 travel free in their parents' cabin. Only port fees and service charges apply (around CHF 100–200 per child depending on length of trip). The offer is not available on all dates – we'll happily check in advance for your preferred trip.
Standard inclusions: accommodation in your chosen cabin category, full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner in main restaurants), access to pools, fitness, shows, kids clubs and port fees. Usually not included: drinks, specialty restaurants, shore excursions, spa and gratuities (about CHF 10–15 per day per person) – unless you book a drinks-inclusive package through us.
From Zurich, Geneva and Basel there are daily direct connections to all major MSC departure ports such as Genoa, Venice, Barcelona, Civitavecchia (Rome), Dubai, Miami and Cape Town. On request we arrange flights, pre-cruise hotels and transfers as one complete package.
The MSC fleet ranges from smaller ships like MSC Armonia (2,000 guests) up to the flagship MSC World Europa (6,700 guests). Larger ships offer more entertainment, restaurants and wellness – smaller ones a more intimate atmosphere and access to smaller ports. We will gladly advise which ship suits your preferences.
As a Swiss MSC direct partner we receive the same prices as MSC itself – and in many cases additional perks: onboard credit, cabin upgrades, drinks packages or early-bird promotions. Plus personal advice in your language, payment in CHF without conversion fees, and a direct contact for any changes. It won't be cheaper – but it will be better taken care of.