23 nights South America from Santos (Sao Paulo)

Itinerary

Day 21 Apr 23, 2027 Palermo 08:00 – 18:00 10.0 hrs ashore The capital of Sicily is situated on a crescent-shaped bay on the island's north coast. Once the intellectual capital of southern Europe, Palermo has always been at the crossroads of civilization. Due to its favourable location, Sicily's most interesting city has attracted almost every people and culture touching the Mediterranean world. Its most unique characteristic is a harmonious blend of Arab-Norman cultures mixed with Byzantine and Jewish elements, which created some unforgettable and resplendent works of art. Phoenician traders first colonized Palermo in the 6th-century BC, but it was the Carthaginians, who built the important fortress here that caught the covetous eye of the Romans. After the first Punic War, the Romans took control of the city in the 3rd-century BC. Following several invasions by the Vandals, Sicily was settled by Arabs, who made the country an emirate and Palermo a showpiece capital that rivalled in splendour both Cordoba and Cairo. The city became a magical place of palaces and mosques, minarets and palm trees. In the 11th-century Palermo was conquered by the Norman ruler, Roger de Hauteville. During the Normans' hundred-year occupation, the city experienced a remarkable period of enlightenment and a flourishing of the arts. Counting a population of more than 300,000, Palermo became the centre of Norman rule and one of the most important trading centres between East and West. Eventually, Palermo was incorporated into the “Kingdom of the Two Sicilies” under the Swabian ruler Frederick II, known as the Holy Roman Emperor. After the bloody Sicilian Vespers uprising in 1282, the Spanish took control and brought the Inquisition to Palermo. Some historians believe that the nature of the Inquisition helped foster the protective secret societies that eventually evolved into the Mafia. Today, visitors can still experience the legacy of Palermo's rich past. Great Arab-Norman buildings include the Cappella Palatina, La Martorana, San Giovanni degli Eremiti and, a few miles outside the city, the Cathedral of Monreale. Palermo's bustling streets and animated markets give the town an Oriental feel. The Quattro Canti, or Four Corners, is the monumental crossroads laid out in 1608-1620 at the central intersection of the four longest and straightest streets of the city. North of Piazza Castelnuovo lie the avenues of the new city. Most sights are scattered along three major streets: Corso Vittorio Emanuele, Via Maqueda and Via Roma. A vigorous metropolis with a strong historical profile, Palermo is packed with interesting sights, which make it an enriching and enjoyable place to explore. Palermo port guide Search cruises visiting Palermo

Palermo photo — Day 21 Apr 23, 2027 Palermo 08:00 – 18:00 10.0 hrs ashore The capital of Sicily is situated on a crescent-shaped bay on the island's north coast. Once the intellectual capital of southern Europe, Palermo has always been at the crossroads of civilization. Due to its favourable location, Sicily's most interesting city has attracted almost every people and culture touching the Mediterranean world. Its most unique characteristic is a harmonious blend of Arab-Norman cultures mixed with Byzantine and Jewish elements, which created some unforgettable and resplendent works of art. Phoenician traders first colonized Palermo in the 6th-century BC, but it was the Carthaginians, who built the important fortress here that caught the covetous eye of the Romans. After the first Punic War, the Romans took control of the city in the 3rd-century BC. Following several invasions by the Vandals, Sicily was settled by Arabs, who made the country an emirate and Palermo a showpiece capital that rivalled in splendour both Cordoba and Cairo. The city became a magical place of palaces and mosques, minarets and palm trees. In the 11th-century Palermo was conquered by the Norman ruler, Roger de Hauteville. During the Normans' hundred-year occupation, the city experienced a remarkable period of enlightenment and a flourishing of the arts. Counting a population of more than 300,000, Palermo became the centre of Norman rule and one of the most important trading centres between East and West. Eventually, Palermo was incorporated into the “Kingdom of the Two Sicilies” under the Swabian ruler Frederick II, known as the Holy Roman Emperor. After the bloody Sicilian Vespers uprising in 1282, the Spanish took control and brought the Inquisition to Palermo. Some historians believe that the nature of the Inquisition helped foster the protective secret societies that eventually evolved into the Mafia. Today, visitors can still experience the legacy of Palermo's rich past. Great Arab-Norman buildings include the Cappella Palatina, La Martorana, San Giovanni degli Eremiti and, a few miles outside the city, the Cathedral of Monreale. Palermo's bustling streets and animated markets give the town an Oriental feel. The Quattro Canti, or Four Corners, is the monumental crossroads laid out in 1608-1620 at the central intersection of the four longest and straightest streets of the city. North of Piazza Castelnuovo lie the avenues of the new city. Most sights are scattered along three major streets: Corso Vittorio Emanuele, Via Maqueda and Via Roma. A vigorous metropolis with a strong historical profile, Palermo is packed with interesting sights, which make it an enriching and enjoyable place to explore. Palermo port guide Search cruises visiting Palermo

Pricing

Lowest fare we've tracked over the observed 92-day span: $1,829 · range $1,829–$2,005

Current prices

Per person · 2 guests · incl. taxes & fees

Inside

from $2,005

$87 / night

Fare rows

Deluxe Interior FANTASTICA

Cabin grade

Available

from $2,005

$87 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Deluxe Interior FANTASTICA

Cabin grade

Available

from $3,247

$141 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Deluxe Interior FANTASTICA

Cabin grade

Available

from $3,859

$167 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Oceanview

from $2,209

$96 / night

Fare rows

Junior Ocean View with obstructed view FANTASTICA

Cabin grade

Available

from $2,209

$96 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Junior Ocean View with obstructed view FANTASTICA

Cabin grade

Available

from $3,451

$150 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Junior Ocean View with obstructed view FANTASTICA

Cabin grade

Available

from $4,268

$185 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Balcony

Not available

Suite

from $8,915

$387 / night

Fare rows

MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $8,915

$387 / night

per person · incl. taxes

MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $8,915

$387 / night

per person · incl. taxes

MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $17,738

$771 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Prices verified Jun 28, 2026

Prices come from third-party data feeds via MSC Cruises and may differ from the cruise line's current fare. Confirm the final price before booking. How our pricing works

Show all 23 cabin grades

Cabin grades and pricing
Name	Supplier code	Type
Balcony Aurea	BA	Balcony
Balcony Bella	BB	Balcony
Deluxe Balcony With Partial View FANTASTICA	BP	Balcony
Deluxe Balcony FANTASTICA	BR1	Balcony
Deluxe Balcony FANTASTICA	BR2	Balcony
Deluxe Balcony FANTASTICA	BR3	Balcony
Studio Balcony FANTASTICA	BS	Balcony
Interior Bella	IB	Inside
Deluxe Interior FANTASTICA	IR1	Inside
Deluxe Interior FANTASTICA	IR2	Inside
Studio Interior FANTASTICA	IS	Inside
Ocean View Bella	OB	Oceanview
Premium Ocean View FANTASTICA	OL2	Oceanview
Junior Ocean View FANTASTICA	OM2	Oceanview
Junior Ocean View with obstructed view FANTASTICA	OO	Oceanview
Deluxe Ocean View FANTASTICA	OR1	Oceanview
Premium Suite Aurea	SL1	Suite
Premium Suite Aurea with Terrace and Whirlpool	SLJ	Suite
Grand Suite Aurea with Terrace and Whirlpool	SXJ	Suite
MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite	YC1	Suite
MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite with Whirlpool Bath	YC3	Suite
Yacht Club Interior Suite	YIN	Suite
MSC Yacht Club Duplex Suite with Jacuzzi	YJD	Suite

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