MSC Virtuosa: 7-Night from Southampton - August 29, 2026
STARTING AT
$641.00
per person
MSC Virtuosa
7 NIGHT CRUISE
SAILING FROM
Southampton, England on Aug 29th, 2026
DISEMBARK
Southampton, England on Sep 5th, 2026
7 Nights
ITINERARY
Southampton, England
August 29, 2026Departs 4:00 PMSouthampton welcomes cruise travelers with historic charm, bustling waterfront, and easy access to England’s southern coast, castles, and scenic countryside.
Explore Southampton, EnglandCaptain's TipYour cruise departs from Southampton, England on the MSC Virtuosa, carrying thousands of passengers. Fly in the day before to protect against flight disruptions - the ship won't wait. If you're given an assigned boarding time, showing up earlier sometimes works but isn't guaranteed. Complete your online check-in before arrival. The city was a key departure point for famous ocean liners, including the Titanic, and offers museums and heritage sites celebrating its seafaring past.
Day at Sea — August 30, 2026
August 30, 2026
Haugesund, Norway
August 31, 20269:00 AM – 4:00 PMHaugesund welcomes you with Viking roots, sea air, and a walkable harbor where colorful houses, cafés, and coastal views set a relaxed Norwegian tone.
Explore Haugesund, NorwayCaptain's TipThe MSC Virtuosa carries 3,500+ passengers, and with only 7 hours hours in Haugesund, Norway, everyone's competing for the same narrow window. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the most reliable way to bypass the bottleneck - you'll get priority disembarkation and a guaranteed return before the ship leaves. Visit sites connected to Norways Viking age, including monuments and museums that tell the story of early kings and seafaring life.
Olden, Norway
September 1, 20269:00 AM – 6:00 PMOlden offers a tranquil fjordside escape, surrounded by snow capped peaks, glaciers, and verdant valleys, perfect for peaceful exploration.
Explore Olden, NorwayCaptain's TipThe MSC Virtuosa carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Olden, Norway. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. A short drive from Olden, the Briksdal Glacier offers guided and self guided hikes.
Alesund, Norway
September 2, 20267:00 AM – 2:00 PMAlesund feels like a fairytale unfolding, colorful harbor houses, mountain views, sea air, and that crisp Norwegian calm that makes you slow down.
Explore Alesund, NorwayCaptain's TipThe MSC Virtuosa carries 3,500+ passengers, and with only 7 hours hours in Alesund, Norway, everyone's competing for the same narrow window. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the most reliable way to bypass the bottleneck - you'll get priority disembarkation and a guaranteed return before the ship leaves. The viewpoint at Mount Aksla offers the classic Alesund panorama.
Lyngdal, Norway
September 3, 202612:00 PM – 7:00 PMExplore Lyngdal, NorwayCaptain's TipArriving in Lyngdal, Norway at 12:00 PM with only 7 hours hours before your 7:00 PM departure is a tight window. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the safest play here - you'll get priority disembarkation, and the ship will wait for its own excursions to return. Focus on one or two experiences close to the port.
Day at Sea — September 4, 2026
September 4, 2026Return to Southampton, England
September 5, 2026Arrives 7:00 AMSouthampton welcomes cruise travelers with historic charm, bustling waterfront, and easy access to England’s southern coast, castles, and scenic countryside.
Explore Southampton, EnglandCaptain's TipYour cruise ends in Southampton, England, where the MSC Virtuosa is scheduled to dock at 7:00 AM. With 3,500+ passengers, disembarkation groups are called over a two to three hour window - but once your group is called, you'll be off in about 15 minutes. Self-assist - carrying your own bags off - lets you skip the wait and walk off first. Book your flight at least five hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. Step back in time at the Tudor House Museum, a beautifully preserved historic home showcasing centuries of Southampton's domestic and social history, including exhibitions on trade and local life.
ITINERARY MAP
MSC Virtuosa
INCLUDED IN FARE
Atmosphere Ice Cream is an ice cream bar located near the Atmosphere Pool. Can't take the heat? Have some ice cream or cool down at the pool.
INCLUDED IN FARE
MSC Virtuosa's Blue Danube Restaurant is the ship's main restaurant. This restaurant can accommodate up to 598 guests.
ADDITIONAL COST
This American-style steak house serves select Linz heritage angus beef, gold standard in high-end angus beef thanks to the best genetics in breed. The menu is inspired by the great plains and it is accompanied by bold New World wines and cocktails with swagger.
INCLUDED IN FARE
Carousel Lounge aboard MSC Virtuosa is a technology-packed entertainment venue serving cocktails and drinks.
