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MSC Orchestra Longest voyage — 10 nights visiting 10 ports on MSC Orchestra.

By the numbers

92,409 GT

Tonnage

3,013

Guests

2006

Built

12

Decks

1,275

Cabins

964ft

Length · 294 m

$125 pp

Fares from

$899 pp

Median fare

More specifications

987

Crew

4 star

Rating

About MSC Orchestra

Combining spacious, elegant interiors with the variety for which our Musica Class is renowned, MSC Orchestra promises your dream cruise. Because life aboard can be just what you want it to be. If relaxation is your goal, there is ample deck space to unwind in the sun on board MSC Orchestra. Alternatively, why not pay a visit to the heavenly MSC Aurea Spa with pampering Turkish baths, saunas and a whole range of soothing massages. Active types can amuse themselves in the Sports Centre with state-of-the art gym, 5 swimming pools and even a jogging track that allows you to take in the fresh sea air and stunning ocean views. MSC Orchestra also takes you on an exciting culinary journey, ranging from the Shanghai Chinese Restaurant with authentic dim sum specialties to the Four Seasons gourmet Italian dining experience and La Piazzetta, where you can taste the finest pizza outside Naples. Whether dancing to live music in the leopard-style Savannah Bar, tempting lady luck in the Palm Beach Casino or catching a spectacular show in the Covent Garden Theatre the entertainment on board will keep you amused all night. Children can go wild in the Jungle Adventure playroom while teens get their own Teen’s Club. Whatever your age you can guarantee you’ll have the holiday of a lifetime on board MSC Orchestra.

Ports MSC Orchestra visits

Bari (91) port guide Search cruises on MSC Orchestra visiting Bari Corfu (87) port guide Search cruises on MSC Orchestra visiting Corfu Athens (Piraeus), Greece (85) port guide Search cruises on MSC Orchestra visiting Athens (Piraeus), Greece Istanbul (52) port guide Search cruises on MSC Orchestra visiting Istanbul Kefalonia (34) port guide Search cruises on MSC Orchestra visiting Kefalonia Olympia (Katakolon), Greece (34) port guide Search cruises on MSC Orchestra visiting Olympia (Katakolon), Greece Santorini (33) port guide Search cruises on MSC Orchestra visiting Santorini Izmir (27) port guide Search cruises on MSC Orchestra visiting Izmir Kusadasi (22) port guide Search cruises on MSC Orchestra visiting Kusadasi Valencia (11) port guide Search cruises on MSC Orchestra visiting Valencia Tarragona (10) port guide Search cruises on MSC Orchestra visiting Tarragona Civitavecchia, Rome (9) port guide Search cruises on MSC Orchestra visiting Civitavecchia, Rome Livorno (8) port guide Search cruises on MSC Orchestra visiting Livorno Marseille, France (8) port guide Search cruises on MSC Orchestra visiting Marseille, France Genoa, Italy (6) port guide Search cruises on MSC Orchestra visiting Genoa, Italy Catania, Sicily (3) port guide Search cruises on MSC Orchestra visiting Catania, Sicily
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Ship gallery

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Deck plans

MSC Orchestra deck plan — Deck 8 - Arpa

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Frequently asked questions

What is MSC Orchestra?
MSC Orchestra is the second Musica-class cruise ship, built at Chantiers de l'Atlantique and entering service in 2007. She originally accommodated 2,550 passengers in 1,275 cabins, and after retrofitting of inside cabins with bunk beds now accommodates up to 3,200 passengers. She currently operates Western Mediterranean itineraries.
Where does MSC Orchestra sail?
As of April 2026, MSC Orchestra is sailing 7-day round-trip Mediterranean itineraries from Valencia, Spain, calling at Barcelona, Marseille, Genoa, Livorno (Florence/Pisa), and Civitavecchia (Rome). Ongoing Mediterranean itineraries are scheduled through at least 2026.
What is the history of MSC Orchestra?
MSC Orchestra entered service in 2007 as the second Musica-class vessel. In 2010, eight passengers—four Bulgarians and four Lithuanians—were arrested at Dover after cocaine worth approximately £1.4 million was discovered on board. On February 22, 2019, she collided with MSC Poesia while departing Buenos Aires due to a navigational error, causing minor damage to both vessels.
Which cruise line operates MSC Orchestra?
MSC Orchestra is operated by Msc Cruises.
When was MSC Orchestra built?
MSC Orchestra was built in 2006.
How much does a cruise on MSC Orchestra cost?
Fares start at $125 per person. The median fare across 97 upcoming sailings is $899 per person. Open a sailing to see its listed cabin fares and any observed price history.

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Frequently asked questions

What is MSC Orchestra?
MSC Orchestra is the second Musica-class cruise ship, built at Chantiers de l'Atlantique and entering service in 2007. She originally accommodated 2,550 passengers in 1,275 cabins, and after retrofitting of inside cabins with bunk beds now accommodates up to 3,200 passengers. She currently operates Western Mediterranean itineraries.
Where does MSC Orchestra sail?
As of April 2026, MSC Orchestra is sailing 7-day round-trip Mediterranean itineraries from Valencia, Spain, calling at Barcelona, Marseille, Genoa, Livorno (Florence/Pisa), and Civitavecchia (Rome). Ongoing Mediterranean itineraries are scheduled through at least 2026.
What is the history of MSC Orchestra?
MSC Orchestra entered service in 2007 as the second Musica-class vessel. In 2010, eight passengers—four Bulgarians and four Lithuanians—were arrested at Dover after cocaine worth approximately £1.4 million was discovered on board. On February 22, 2019, she collided with MSC Poesia while departing Buenos Aires due to a navigational error, causing minor damage to both vessels.
Which cruise line operates MSC Orchestra?
MSC Orchestra is operated by Msc Cruises.
When was MSC Orchestra built?
MSC Orchestra was built in 2006.
How much does a cruise on MSC Orchestra cost?
Fares start at $125 per person. The median fare across 97 upcoming sailings is $899 per person. Open a sailing to see its listed cabin fares and any observed price history.

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