Cruise LineMSC Cruises

ShipMSC Opera

Nights4

DepartsMon, Dec 15th 2025

ReturnsFri, Dec 19th 2025

Departing PortDurban

Ports of CallDurban, Pomene National Reserve, Durban

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Itinerary

Itinerary for 4 Night Africa - Middle East - India Cruise

Additional Sailings

Ship Details

Year Built
2004
Capacity
1,700
Meeting Rooms
No
Elevators
9
Casino
Yes
Registry
Panama
Restaurants
4
Disco
Yes
Tonnage
58,058
Bars
7
Fitness Center
Yes
Cabins
850
Pools
2
Children's Program
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins
5
Theaters
Yes
Internet Cafe
Yes
Shops
Yes
Library
Yes
Spa
Yes

Decks

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Deck 5 - Aida

  • Lift
  • La Caravella Restaurant
  • Piazza di Spagna Lounge
  • Shopping Area
  • Shore Excursion Office
  • Voyagers Club Info Point
  • Reception - Guest Services
  • Sottovento Pub
  • Teatro dell'Opera
  • The Card Room
  • Internet Point
  • Library

Deck 6 - Otello

  • L'Approdo Restaurant
  • Video Games Arcade
  • Lift
  • Mini Lab
  • Photo Gallery
  • Photo Shop
  • Teen Club
  • La Cabala Piano Bar
  • Shopping Area
  • Med Pearl Casino
  • Cotton Club
  • Aroma Coffee Bar
  • Teatro dell'Opera

Deck 7 - Rigoletto

  • Lift
  • Medical Center
  • Junior Ocean View with Obstructed View
  • Junior Ocean View
  • Junior Interior

Deck 8 - La Traviata

  • Lift
  • Junior Interior
  • Junior Ocean View 

Deck 9 - Norma
  • Lift
  • Premium Ocean View 
  • Deluxe Balcony Aurea 
  • Junior Balcony
  • Junior Ocean View
  • Junior Interior
Deck 10 - Turandot
  • Lift
  • Deluxe Balcony Aurea 
  • Junior Balcony 
  • Junior Interior 
  • Junior Ocean View
Deck 11 - Tosca

  • Le Vele Buffet Restaurant
  • II Patio Hamburger Paradise
  • II Patio Pizza & Pasta
  • II Patio Outside Cafeteria
  • Doremy Spray Park
  • Le Piscine
  • Lo Spinnaker Pool Bar
  • The Italian Ice Cream Bar
  • The Vitamin Bar
  • Mini Club
  • Baby Club
  • Thermal Suite
  • Massage Rooms
  • Relaxation Room
  • MSC Aurea Spa
  • Gym
  • Lift

Deck 12 - La Bohème

  • Power Walking Track
  • Shuffleboard
  • Byblos Discoteca
  • Young Club
  • Junior Club
  • Deluxe Suite Aurea
  • Lift

Deck 13 - Sun Deck

  • Sun Deck
  • Mini Golf
  • Top 13 Exclusive Solarium

Ship Categories

Guarantee Outside
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Guarantee Inside
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Guarantee Balcony
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Premium Ocean View
Surface 22 sqm, 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 minibar The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Ocean View Bella
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Junior Ocean View with Obstructed View
Surface 13 sqm, deck 7Window 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 minibar The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Junior Ocean View
Surface 13 sqm, deck 7-8Window 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 minibar The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Junior Interior
Surface 13 sqm, deck 7-8Relaxing 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).
Junior Balcony
Surface 13 sqm, balcony approx 3 sqm, deck 9-10Sitting area with sofaBathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryerComfortable double or single beds (on request)TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Interior Bella
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Junior Suite Aurea
    Surface 23 sqm, balcony 5 sqm, deck 12 Balcony Sitting area with sofa Spacious Wardrobe Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer Comfortable double or single beds (on request) TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar   The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Deluxe Balcony Aurea
Surface 13 sqm, balcony approx 3 sqm, deck 9-10, best ship positionsSitting area with sofaBathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryerComfortable double or single beds (on request)TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
BINGO OUTSIDE
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BINGO INSIDE
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BINGO BALCONY
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Balcony Bella
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Interior
Surface approx 12-13 sqm, deck 7-10Relaxing 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 onlySize, layout and furniture may vary from that shown (within the same cabin category)The image is representative only
Suite
Features a double bed, which can be converted in to two singles. Also includes: air conditioning, spacious wardrobe, bathroom with bathtub, TV, telephone, cable internet connection (for a fee), mini-bar, safe deposit box.
Balcony
Features a double bed, which can be converted in to two singles. Also includes: air conditioning, bathroom with shower, hairdryer, shampoo & shower gel,TV, telephone, cable internet connection (for a fee), mini-bar, safe deposit box.
Ocean View
Features a porthole∘ and a double bed, which can be converted into two singles. Also includes; air conditioning, bathroom with shower, hairdryer, towels, shampoo & shower gel, TV, telephone, mini-bar, safe deposit box.
Inside
Features a double bed, which can be converted into two singles. Also includes: air conditioning, spacious wardrobe, bathroom∘ with shower, hairdryer, towels, shampoo & shower gel, TV, telephone, mini-bar, safe deposit box.
Suite with Balcony
Each suite is furnished with a convertible queen size bed, bathroom, living room, spacious wardrobe, coffee table and desk. Amenities include satellite television and radio, availability of internet connection by your own lap top (on payment), full-service mini bar, room safe and hairdryer.
Oceanview Stateroom with Balcony
Each oceanview stateroom with balcony is furnished with a convertible queen size bed, bath and common area with desk. Amenities include satellite television and radio, full-service mini bar, room safe and hairdryer.
Oceanview Stateroom
Each oceanview stateroom is furnished with a convertible queen size bed, bath and common area with desk. Amenities include satellite television and radio, full-service mini bar, room safe and hairdryer.
Interior Stateroom
Each inside stateroom is furnished with two lowers convertible to queen size bed, bath with shower. Amenities include satellite television and radio, full-service mini bar, room safe and hairdryer, TV and telephone.

Dining

II Patio Bar

Alfresco restaurant, serving pizza and fast-food styled dishes.

L'Approdo Restaurant

L'Approdo Restaurant is located on deck 6.

La Caravella Restaurant

La Caravella Restaurant is located on deck 5.

Le Vele Self Service Buffet
Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A cafeteria style, self-service buffet.
Venchi Ice Cream Bar

MSC Cruises is proud to bring the very best in artisanal gelato to our travellers. Venchi has been making superlative desserts since 1878 and owes much of its success to the use of 100% natural ingredients and exclusive recipes, from its intense extra dark chocolate to luscious gianduja and refreshing fruit sorbets.

Freshly made daily on board

Vitamin Bar

Bar with vitamin drinks made from fresh fruits and juice such as Orange Delight and Carrot Fantasy.

Entertainment

Arcade
While away a few enjoyable hours of game play at the Arcade on board the ship. Pit your wits and skill against those of your friends in any number of typical arcade options, including video games, pinball and more. Great fun guaranteed.
Beer Festival
Fun-packed festive celebrations with a Bavarian flair - decorations, costumes, games, music and of course beer. There’s even a Master of Beer competition and a 6-metre-tall inflatable beer mug.
Byblos Discoteca

Late-night bar and nightclub with a 450 square foot dance floor.

Coffee Bar

Coffee Bar is located on deck 6.

Cotton Club

Cotton Club is located on deck 6.

La Cabala Piano Bar & Lounge

Show lounge, with piano and bar and 193 square foot dance floor.

Le Piscine and Doremi Spray Park
If a bit of poolside therapy sounds like your idea of heaven, look no further than one of our numerous swimming pools to get your fill of sun and relaxation, while our pool attendants can cater to your every need.
Lo Spinnaker Pool Bar

Lo Spinnaker Pool Bar is located on deck 11.

Master Chef
The world's best-loved food show awaits you on the MSC Cruises fleet! Experience the adrenaline-fuelled creativity of an extraordinary on-board cooking competition for adults and junior guests.
Med Pearl Casino

Our casinos are elegantly designed, featuring games for all types of players. You’ll be able to try your hand at Roulette or Blackjack, challenge yourself at one of our Poker tables, or choose among a variety of slot machines.

MSC Factor
Think you’ve got what it takes to be a star in our on-board talent competition, The MSC Factor? Then come and showcase what you can do in the most exciting talent show at sea. Whatever your specific talent may be, don’t be shy – come and show the world what it’s been missing.
Photo Gallery

Don’t forget to explore the All-Inclusive Digital Photo Package, which includes digital files of all the photos taken by our professional photographers on board. Digital photos are available for download only during your cruise. Keep in mind, once you disembark, downloading your photos won't be possible.

Available on: all MSC Ships

Type of service: Charges apply

Photo Portrait

Timeless Studio Photography

A dedicated Studio Photographer will provide you with a unique photo opportunity to capture the special moments of your cruise. During a private consultation you will be presented with the best locations around the ship so you can choose where your photoshoot will take place. Every photo will be taken with top of the line equipment by our highly-skilled, studio photographer using creative lighting techniques. Pictures are printed on premium photo paper. After your session choose from our different packages and take home lasting memories. Timeless Studio photos are only available to purchase onboard during your cruise. They can not be download online or purchase after your cruise ends.

Photo Shop
Smile! Our professional team of photographers constantly roam the ship, capturing wonderful memories every day. Be sure to stroll through the Photo Gallery daily, so you don’t miss one of their great shots of you and your loved ones enjoying your cruise.
Piazza di Spagna Lounge

Piazza di Spagna Lounge is located on deck 5.

Reception - Guest Service

The Reception - Guest Service can be located on deck 5.

Sailaway Party
A start-of-the-cruise event celebrating the ship's departure, led by the Entertainment Team and Dancers in a spectacular Costume Parade.
Shops

Duty Free

Discover everything the Duty Free shop has to offer, all at tax and duty-free prices*.

You can choose between top-flight international tobacco products, technology products, fine wines, chocolate, make up and travel essentials.

Our expert staff can provide you with all the help you need to make the perfect choice.

Accessories

Top Italian brands such as Armani, Coccinelle, Furla and Fusaro feature alongside international names like Radley London, Calvin Klein, Lacoste, Tommy Hilfiger and Ralph Lauren.

Here you are sure to find serious sartorial inspiration for bags and accessories!

Fashion Boutique

Browse the latest collections for men, women and children, plus an array of accessories for all tastes. Enjoy the expert guidance of our staff, here to help you find something for the special people in your life, whatever their age and taste!

MSC Logo Shop

Infuse your cruise with gifts that spark magical memories of your voyage across the waves! Navigate the MSC Logo Shop for everything from gadgets to books and novelty gifts! You’ll also find MSC’s very own DOREMI Mascot right here in the MSC Shop.

Jewellery

A wonderland of all that sparkles; showcasing designs in gold, silver, precious and semi-precious stones and watches.

You’ll love the wide choice of jewellery, perfect as a special gift or to treat yourself, and at prices that will put an extra sparkle in your eye.

Sottovento Pub

Sottovento Pub is located on deck 5.

Teatro Dell'Opera

713 seat theatre, and the main show lounge onboard. Offers tiered seating, and features small-scale production shows and cabaret performances.

The Card Room

The ship's card room is located on deck 7 and seats 28 guests.

Theme Parties

We organise various daytime and evening Theme Parties on board. You may wish to bring bright fun clothes for the Sunshine Party and something white for the White Party.

Available on: all MSC Ships

Type of service: Included

Health & Fitness

Basketball

Come to the outdoor Basketball court at the Sport Center for a chance to hang out with friends, have fun shooting hoops and enjoy a full-body workout at the same time. You may not make the latest line-up of the Harlem Globetrotters, but you’re sure to have a great time.

Beauty Salon
You can enjoy the expertise of highly specialised staff in aesthetic treatments to offer you excellent results and improve the relaxing effects of your cruise. Customize your cruise with the best treatments for your body. Unwind and feel fantastic! 
Gym by TechnoGym®
Fitted with authentic TechnoGym® equipment and featuring panoramic ocean views, the on-board Gym is the place to be for all those who take their fitness regime seriously. Hone your physique with a full set of TechnoGym® apparatus every day of your cruise to look better than ever before.
Hair Salon
Refresh your look with a new hairstyle! There are different packages which include a personalised shampoo & conditioning mask, a haircut and a single process colour treatment. Leave the salon styled and ready for a great evening onboard.
Medi Spa Center
Relaxing on one of our ships will do wonders for you, but we also have a few secrets on board to help you look and feel even better. Make the most of our range of safe and effective Anti-Ageing treatments and return from your cruise visibly rejuvenated.
Minigolf

You’ll need to combine hand-to-eye coordination with a deft, light touch to get around our entertaining open-air Minigolf course on board the ship. Get together with your friends and family to see who has what it takes to be crowned the Minigolf King or Queen.

MSC Aurea Spa

MSC Aurea Spa boasts an exotic interior of natural stone, precious woods and rich mosaics, and is equipped with specific and massage treatment suites. Being pampered by a traditional Balinese Massage is a truly unique experience. Thanks to a blend of scented essences and aromatic oils, your body is enveloped in an endlessly peaceful and relaxing aura. 

Power Walking Track

Enjoying time off on your cruise doesn’t need to mean letting your fitness routine slide, so gear up and rendezvous with the power walking and jogging track on deck to get your daily exercise fix while also savouring outstanding ocean views.

Sport Tournaments

Tennis Tournament - if you've got a killer backhand then why not enter our onboard tennis tournament? It might not be Wimbledon but it'll serve up a great workout and possibly a taste of glory, too

Soccer Tournament - can you kick it? Yes you can! Sign up for the onboard soccer tournament and show off your skills. Your team needs you, so get involved.

Volleyball Tournament - unleash your competitive side in our very own onboard volleyball tournament. Quick reactions and impressive reach could lead you and your team to glory!

Basketball Tournament - ready to shoot some hoops? Then enter our onboard basketball tournament. Get involved and prepare for glory!

Ping Pong Tournament - pick up a paddle and prepare for battle! The ping pong tournament is on and you're invited. Ready for the challenge? See you there!

Table Soccer Tournament - if you're a fan of football in the miniaturized form known as foosball why not enter today's tournament? Just remember the golden rule - no spinning!

Available on: all MSC ships

Type of service: Included

Tennis Court
Anyone for tennis? Play to your heart’s content at the outdoor tennis court of our on-board Sport Center. Tennis is ideal for getting some healthy activity, honing your hand-to-eye coordination and having loads of fun. Game, set and match to you.
Thermal Area

Start your wellness journey in our on board thermal area and achieve a lasting feeling of absolute well-being that will stay with you well beyond your cruise. Our thermal experiences are designed to slowly raise your body temperature while you relax, taking full advantage of the holistic and therapeutic benefits of water and heat.

Top 13 Exclusive Solarium

Exclusively for adults, this calm, quiet and peaceful retreat can be found on the Sun Deck.

Kids & Teen

Babies and Toddlers Services

Baby Clubs - along with activities that the whole family can enjoy together, we offer a Baby Club onboard all our ships with dedicated activities and facilities.

MSC and Chicco - on our cruise ships you’ll find the most modern, fun and educational toys, chosen for you by the Osservatorio Chicco, Baby Research Centre.

Medical Centre - every ship in the MSC Cruises fleet has a well-equipped modern Medical Centre on board. The Medical Centre is staffed by fully-qualified personnel, and benefits from 24/7 specialist paediatric telemedicine support. Over-the-counter medicines can be purchased on board.

24 hours Room Service - all our restaurants and 24-hour Cabin Service are ready and happy to help, ensuring you can feed your baby swiftly on demand, for their and your own comfort.

Baby Laundry Service - our unique new Baby Laundry service washes baby and toddler clothes separately from everything else, using a specialised machine, program and detergents to clean and sanitise even at temperatures as low as 30°C. We’ll collect your children’s items from your cabin and deliver them to you the following day clean, safe and sterilised: ideal for protecting their skin. You’ll find full details in your cabin, along with a biodegradable paper laundry bag and a service coupon to fill in.

MSC Baby Care Service - we have thought about mums and dads too! You can drop your children off at the Mini Club, where they will be looked after by qualified and dedicated staff who will let them play.

Baby Club
Our partnership with leading baby care brand Chicco provides a dedicated play area with facilities for babies and toddlers under 3 years old. You can leave your toddlers with our MSC Babycare staff*, or stay with them and enjoy the special Chicco toys and games. They'll love our music and rhythm activities, designed to awaken their curiosity.
Family Dining

Enjoy a culinary voyage of discovery with your children on an MSC Cruise: an array of international dishes and ethnic specialties will delight the whole family with flavours from around the globe.

For ever-changing menus of high-quality international cuisine, including signature dishes from award-winning chefs, look no further than the main restaurants onboard our ships. If you prefer a casual meal, buffet is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night snacks.

If your kids want to eat with their new friends, our youth staff are happy to look after them. When they’re exhausted after a fun-packed day, you can choose to have a meal delivered to your cabin.

Meals in the main restaurants and buffet are included in the cruise fare.

Junior Club
The Junior Club inspires connection and cooperation among 7 to 11-year-olds, through a wide variety of activities. Highlights range from Masterchef at Sea Juniors and Dorebro Sport competitions to our Fire & Ice live video game. Do you like acting, dancing or singing? Enjoy the thrill of filming with the Kelly & Kloe On Board Green Screen Experience!
Kids Clubs and Family Activities

Discover our Entertainment options on board: there's always so much to do that you kids will never get bored! An MSC cruise is an experience for the whole family to enjoy together in the safe, fun environment of our cruise ships.

On an MSC cruise you'll find a wide range of activities both in our dedicated Kids Clubs and on our ships, from sports tournaments and quizzes to the special Doremi family disco.

From the joys of relaxing in a pool or splashing around in an aqua park, to the thrill of riding a swirling waterslide, family fun in the sun is never far away.

Some ships offer the extra adrenaline rush of sliding down a zip-line**, driving a full-size MSC Formula Racer or enjoying a fully immersive VR experience, not to mention the multi-sensory experience of interactive XD cinema and the amazing Video games room.

You can take the kids to a Broadway-style theatre show

Once during every cruise we hold a special entertainment event called the LEGO® Experience On Board*: an entire day dedicated to fun LEGO activities for the whole family to enjoy*

*Available on: all MSC ships

LEGO® Experience

Once during every cruise we hold a special entertainment event called the LEGO® Experience On Board: an entire day dedicated to fun LEGO activities for the whole family to enjoy. Thanks to this special activity your kids can spend hours building and creating whatever they want!

Available on: all MSC Ships

Type of service: Included

Mini Club
The Mini Club welcomes children aged between 3 and 6 years old, bringing them new friends and lots of fun, enriched by the stimulating toys of our partnership with LEGO®. The club offers games, events and activities like Arts & Crafts to free their imagination and make every day special. And the whole family is invited to the Doremi Family Disco!
Teen Club

Teenagers aged from 15 to 17 years old can look forward to having the time of their lives on board. Teen Club activities range from sports and competitions, dance contests and social network games to Wii, Xbox and PS4 tournaments.

For the kind of adrenaline rush kids and teenagers love, we give them the chance to pilot a fast-flying drone with our Drone

Web Series

Live the cruise experience before you board! Watch the web series Cabin 12006, created with Viacom, on the MSC Cruises official YouTube channel. Follow teenager Markus on his first cruise as his holiday turns into an unexpected adventure. MSC Bellissima’s "Cabin 12006" is full of unanswered questions and many surprises, and it’s down to Markus and his friend Lucas to solve the mystery with the help of virtual personal cruise assistant ZOE.

Kelly & Kloe Onboard is a web series that follows the story of two young girls – Kelly and Kloe – who spend time on board an MSC Cruises ship alongside their father - the Master. Kids will be able to learn the theme song and dance routine from the web series, take part in a selfie contest dressed up as characters from the story as well as have the chance to get creative by writing their very own episode to of the adventure story.

Available on: all MSC Ships

Type of service: Included

Young Club
With the Young Club, kids from 12 to 14 years old can dive into a world of discovery, involvement and interaction. Each day holds the promise of new experiences, with a dedicated programme of sport tournaments, hi-tech games and lots of other fun activities. And of course, every day also brings opportunities to make new friends.