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| 1 | Wednesday, December 16, 2026 | Cherbourg, France | Embark | 8:00 PM |
Cherbourg is a coast town of Normandy, France, on the English Channel. Of special note is that Cherbourg was the first stop of the Titanic after leaving England. Also of note are the massive man-made sea walls and the ever-busy piers. Read more about Cherbourg, France |
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| 2 | Thursday, December 17, 2026 | Le Havre, France | 9:00 AM | 9:00 PM |
Le Havre is a city in the NW of France, situated on the right bank of the mouth of the Seine River and 170 km from Paris. Best known for being the ferry terminal for the English Channel crossings, it should not be quickly dismissed. This city was devastated during WWII, but was rebuilt in modernist style and designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2005. Read more about Le Havre, France |
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| 3 | Friday, December 18, 2026 | Southampton, Great Britain | 8:00 AM | 8:00 PM |
Southampton, UK, is a city and major port situated on the south coast of England, and is widely recognised as the capital of the country’s cruise industry. Each year more and more cruise liners take advantage of its superb cruise terminals. It is, of course, a gateway to Europe’s largest city, the enormous cosmopolitan city of London, with all the cultural and gastronomic attractions you'd expect from a world capital. Read more about Southampton, Great Britain |
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| 4 | Saturday, December 19, 2026 | At Sea | ||
| 5 | Sunday, December 20, 2026 | Hamburg, Germany | 7:00 AM | 8:00 PM |
Hamburg is a major transport hub in Northern Germany and is one of the most affluent cities in Europe. Located on the river Elbe, some 110 km from its mouth in the North Sea, the port can take the world’s largest cruise ships. The birthplace of Johannes Brahms, who spent his early formative years in the city, it is renowned for its numerous musicals, operas and orchestral presentations. Read more about Hamburg, Germany |
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| 6 | Monday, December 21, 2026 | At Sea | ||
| 7 | Tuesday, December 22, 2026 | Zeebrugge, Belgium | 7:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
The port city of Zeebrugge is a harbour town at the western end of the Belgian coast and a subdivision of the city of Bruges - one of the best preserved cities in Europe - for which it is the modern port. The new port has reinvigorated the city as an art and tourist centre for northern Europe. Upon visiting Bruges you will immediately notice that this city has always carefully cherished its architectural and artistic treasures from the past, but what makes Bruges so unique though is the way it deals with this past today. Read more about Zeebrugge, Belgium |
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| 8 | Wednesday, December 23, 2026 | Rotterdam, Netherlands | 7:00 AM | Disembark |
Rotterdam - located at the Rhine-Meuse-Scheldt delta on the North Sea - is the largest port in Europe, and a perfect starting point for excursions to the cities of Holland. Few cities rebounded as quickly as Rotterdam following the Nazi invasion, which levelled the medieval heart of town, burning most of it to the ground. Today some of Europe's most bold contemporary architecture, such as the unique Cube Houses, can be found amid classic 18th and 19th C buildings in this, the greatest comeback city in the world. Read more about Rotterdam, Netherlands |
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In service from 2013, at 139,400 GT and carrying 3,502 passengers, MSC Preziosa is one of the latest in the expanded version of Fantasia Class ships. This is the most innovative ship built by MSC, and is rather special. New are the Yacht Club ship-within-a-ship living space with Courtyard Villa complex, retractable glass pool roof, 4D with strapped-in-seats cinema, Balinese spa, and high ratio of balcony staterooms.
YH1, YC3, YC2, YCP, YC1
Doublebed, air conditioning, ample wardrobe with low hanging rail,interactive television (ITV), radio, telephone, Samsung LCD screens.Free equipment to access the internet (connection at a fee), NintendoWii console, mini-bar, low personal safe. Switches to control lights, key cards (where applicable) and airconditioning have been positioned at a reduced height. A light switchhas been placed next to the bed in each cabin.Bathroom is equipped with a low fold-down seat (44cm/17.32inch.), onegrab rail in the toilet and 2 in the shower (92cm/36.22 inch.), a lowvanity sink (84 cm/33.07 inch.) and a roll on the shower floor (toaccess the shower with a wheelchair).MSC Yacht Club Experience includes:The MSC Yacht Club offers a cruise experience like no other. Lavishly appointed suites, exclusive 24-hour butler service and a dedicated concierge are only the start. All-inclusive private restaurant, unlimited drinks in MSC Yacht Club venues or from your mini-bar and complimentary beverage selection in all onboard bars and restaurants (according to the drink selection available in the different venues), and exclusive access to The One Sun Deck and Top Sail Lounge are just some of the other privileges. Open dining times in a private restaurant (open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner). Private lounge, pool and bar.
S3, SP2, SP3, B3, SX, SL1, SLS, SRS
Size approx.: 226to 505 sq ft. All beds can be both single or double (on request). Spacious wardrobe. Bathroom with tub. Interactive TV. Telephone. Availability of internet connection by your own laptop (on payment). Console Nintendo Wii. Mini bar and safe. Air conditioning.Note: Please note that some staterooms of this category offer panoramic view window. Only the following suites have a balcony9009, 9010, 10007, 10008, 11009 and 11010.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.
FLA, B2, B1, BBL, BA, BL3, BL2, BL1, BM2, BM1, BP, BB
Super Family Staterooms comprise of two connecting Balcony cabins, with 2 bathrooms (one equipped with bathtub) and 2 balconies. They can comfortably accommodate up to 6 people.Fantastica Experience includes:All the benefits of lsquo;Bella' plus a variety of extra privileges. Choose from staterooms in the most desired locations (including Super Family staterooms where available) located on the upper decks, with rapid access to elevators and lounges. Enjoy 24-hour-a-day room service with free delivery (between 6am and 11pm) and priority choice of dining times in the gourmet restaurants. Have fun with dedicated activities for children, like foreign language games and Master Chef cooking sessions with our staff. And earn MSC Voyagers Club points!
O2, O1, BOU, I2, I1, BIN, SBG, OL1, OR2, OM2, OB, IR2, IR1, IM2, IM1, IB
Size: 185 to 218 sq ft. Occupancy: up to 4 guests Amenities: Two single beds that can convert into a European king size bed, air conditioning, window, a private bathroom with shower, hair dryer, interactive TV, telephone, mini-bar, 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 can attend a free cooking course hosted by the Pastry Chef or learn basic sentences in 6 different languages in the mini club. Both classes occur twice a week and all participants receive a chef certificate or school certificate 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
Stateroom with Juliet balcony (non-walkable)
Connecting staterooms
Cabin for guests with reduced mobility
MSC Yacht Club/Aurea Suite cabin with panoramic sealed window
Obstructed views
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
MSC Cruises Sail Away Savings
Book a selected sailing with MSC and receive:* • Up to 50% savings on cruise fares*• Cruise only – including all main meals, entertainment and more*
• Book a Sail Away Savings with Premium Extra Drinks & save up to 40% on drinks. Ask your Clean Cruising consultant for more details!*
Offer ends 31 March 2026. Terms & Conditions apply.
MSC Drinks Included
This MSC fare includes a drinks package, please check with your clean cruising consultant for more details*
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Cruiseline: MSC Cruises Ship: MSC Preziosa Departure: Wednesday, December 16, 2026 Nights: 7 nights Departs: Cherbourg Returns: Rotterdam
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