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| 1 | Saturday, December 26, 2026 | Durban, South Africa | Embark | 6:00 PM |
Durban is the third largest city in South Africa and is its busiest port. Its subtropical climate and extensive beaches provide excellent opportunities for sun-worshippers, surfers and swimmers. The Golden Mile, a wide stretch of golden sands, is artificially separated by various piers. Read more about Durban, South Africa |
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| 2 | Sunday, December 27, 2026 | At Sea | ||
| 3 | Monday, December 28, 2026 | At Sea | ||
| 4 | Tuesday, December 29, 2026 | At Sea | ||
| 5 | Wednesday, December 30, 2026 | Port Louis, Mauritius | 1:00 PM | 11:59 PM |
Port Louis is the capital of Mauritius, located on the NW coast of the island. The very large city is dominated by the Citadel from which almost the whole city can be observed, and it is surrounded by a range of mountains. The city as a whole is a place of interest, but of special attraction is the famous China Town, where many still dress in national clothing. Read more about Port Louis, Mauritius |
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| 6 | Thursday, December 31, 2026 | Port Louis, Mauritius | 12:01 AM | 11:59 PM |
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Port Louis is the capital of Mauritius, located on the NW coast of the island. The very large city is dominated by the Citadel from which almost the whole city can be observed, and it is surrounded by a range of mountains. The city as a whole is a place of interest, but of special attraction is the famous China Town, where many still dress in national clothing. Read more about Port Louis, Mauritius |
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| 7 | Friday, January 1, 2027 | Port Louis, Mauritius | 12:01 AM | 6:00 PM |
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Port Louis is the capital of Mauritius, located on the NW coast of the island. The very large city is dominated by the Citadel from which almost the whole city can be observed, and it is surrounded by a range of mountains. The city as a whole is a place of interest, but of special attraction is the famous China Town, where many still dress in national clothing. Read more about Port Louis, Mauritius |
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| 8 | Saturday, January 2, 2027 | Pointe des Galets, Réunion | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
Pointe des Galets is the principal port of Réunion island, a French island located in the Indian Ocean 680km east of Madagascar, and about 170km SW of Mauritius. Two thirds of the island’s western side is covered by mountain ranges. The 3,069m Piton des Neiges (Snow Peak) is the highest point. Read more about Pointe des Galets, Réunion |
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| 9 | Sunday, January 3, 2027 | At Sea | ||
| 10 | Monday, January 4, 2027 | At Sea | ||
| 11 | Tuesday, January 5, 2027 | At Sea | ||
| 12 | Wednesday, January 6, 2027 | Mozambique Island, Mozambique | 8:00 AM | 3:00 PM |
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The Island of Mozambique lies on the coast of Mozambique, near Africa’s closest point to Madagascar in the Indian Ocean. The Island is joined to the African mainland of Mozambique by a 3.4 km bridge. It is a thin crescent of an island, only 3 km long, with an interesting history as an Arab port well before Vasco da Gama visited in 1498. Read more about Mozambique Island, Mozambique |
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| 13 | Thursday, January 7, 2027 | Durban, South Africa | 10:00 AM | Disembark |
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Durban is the third largest city in South Africa and is its busiest port. Its subtropical climate and extensive beaches provide excellent opportunities for sun-worshippers, surfers and swimmers. The Golden Mile, a wide stretch of golden sands, is artificially separated by various piers. Read more about Durban, South Africa |
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MSC Armonia has been in service since 2001. In November 2014 she returned from a refit – extended by 24 m, at 65,542 GT, with 194 cabins added – to carry a further 1952 passengers. Armonia is geared to a continental European audience, and English-speakers will be in the minority.
S3, S2, SR2, SR1
Size: 290 sq ft.Occupancy: Up to 3 guests Amenities: A king-sized bed, a private bathroom with tub and shower, hair dryer, floor-to-ceiling windows that open to a private balcony, sofa bed, satellite television with radio, refrigerator, safe, coffee table, desk, internet connection from your own laptop (on payment). Aurea Experience includes: Priority boarding. All-inclusive unlimited drinks* including liquers, cocktails, beer, wine, soft drinks, coffee. My Choice Dining**. Spa package with Vitamin Bar cocktail, two massages per stateroom from the spa menu (up to 1 hour)***, tanning booth, private wellness consultation. Unlimited access to MSC Aurea Spa Thermal Area (adults only). Private Sundeck. *Depending on cruise destination, the drinks package may be either All-Inclusive Restaurant & Bar Drink Package or All-Inclusive Classic Drink Package. **On most ships, dinner in a reserved area of the restaurant with freely selectable My Choice Dining times. Reservation recommended. ***Please make sure you book this with MSC Aurea Spa by the second day of your cruise.
B3, B2, BBL, BM1, BB
Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request, with sofa and balcony. Spacious closets, bathroom with bathtub and shower, TV, telephone, vanity, mini bar, safe and hair dryer. Surface approx. 290 sq. ft. with 53 sq.ft. balcony.Aurea Experience includes:Priority boarding. All-inclusive unlimited drinks* including liquers, cocktails, beer, wine, soft drinks, coffee. My Choice Dining**. Spa package with Vitamin Bar cocktail, two massages per stateroom from the spa menu (up to 1 hour)***, tanning booth, private wellness consultation. Unlimited access to MSC Aurea Spa Thermal Area (adults only). Private Sundeck. *Depending on cruise destination, the drinks package may be either All-Inclusive Restaurant & Bar Drink Package or All-Inclusive Classic Drink Package. **On most ships, dinner in a reserved area of the restaurant with freely selectable My Choice Dining times. Reservation recommended. ***Please make sure you book this with MSC Aurea Spa by the second day of your cruise.
O2, O1, BOU, O3, OL1, OM2, OM1, OO, OB
Size: 139-236 sq ft. Occupancy: 2 guestsstandard (some 3 or 4) Amenities: A queen-sized bed that can convertinto two lower beds, a private bathroom with shower, hair dryer,satellite television with radio, minibar, safe and common area withdesk. *Please Note: Some Category 6 staterooms have obstructed views. Includes the Fantastica Experience:* Better stateroom location.* Priority choice of early or late dinner seating.* Guests can add on a pre-paid drink package for discounted beverages on board.* Free Master Chef and language classes for kids (age 3 to 11): Kids canattend a free cooking course hosted by the Pastry Chef or learn basicsentences in 6 different languages in the mini club. Both classes occurtwice a week and all participants receive a chef certificate or schoolcertificate depending on what course is taken.* 50% off all fitness and personal trainer.* Free continental breakfast delivered to your stateroom, including pastries, juices coffee after 6am.* Free 12-hour room service delivery (from 6am to 11pm, after which the delivery fee may apply).
I2, I1, SBG, BIN, IM2, IM1, IB
Size: 140 sq ft. Occupancy: Up to 4 guests Amenities: Two twin beds that can convert into a queen-sized bed, a private bathroom with shower, hair dryer, satellite television with radio, minibar, safe and common area with desk.Includes the Fantastica Experience:* Better stateroom location.* Priority choice of early or late dinner seating.* Guests can add on a pre-paid drink package for discounted beverages on board.* Free Master Chef and language classes for kids (age 3 to 11): Kids canattend a free cooking course hosted by the Pastry Chef or learn basicsentences in 6 different languages in the mini club. Both classes occurtwice a week and all participants receive a chef certificate or schoolcertificate depending on what course is taken.* 50% off all fitness and personal trainer.* Free continental breakfast delivered to your stateroom, including pastries, juices coffee after 6am.* Free 12-hour room service delivery (from 6am to 11pm, after which the delivery fee may apply).
Sofa bed
3rd bed is a pullman bed
3rd & 4th beds are pullman beds
Double sofa bed
Connecting staterooms
Cabin for guests with reduced mobility
Staterooms with metal balcony
Staterooms with partial metal/partial glass balconies
Ship configuration may be subject to change depending on the season and on the destination
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Cruiseline: MSC Cruises Ship: MSC Armonia Departure: Saturday, December 26, 2026 Nights: 12 nights Departs: Durban Returns: Durban
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