One of the joys of cruising is the chance to discover enchanting new destinations in comfort and style. At each port of call, our Excursions offer you the most memorable experiences in the most fascinating places, accompanied by experienced, professional personnel.

Explore like never before

Immersive tours for all

With our package, you will make the most of your time at each destination. Whether you're a culture vulture, a beach lover, or a thrill-seeker, there's something for everyone to discover.

MSC's seal of approval

Reliable local providers vetted by MSC Cruises for your safety with expert guides who prioritize an authentic and smooth excursion experience.

Relax and enjoy in comfort and safety, knowing that your excursion guide can always contact the ship should the unforeseen happen.

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Discover MSC Protectours, where unforgettable adventures bring you closer to the world around you. Enjoy activities like cycling, kayaking, tree planting, exploring on foot embracing the beauty of each destination and contributing to local communities. Experience travel that goes beyond sightseeing and leaves a meaningful mark.

What are Protectours

We are committed to preserving a beautiful world for future generations to enjoy. By focusing on the environment, Protectours helps to achieve this vital goal.

All tours involve activities with lower environmental impact – like walking, cycling, or kayaking – while other experiences go even further, offering hands-on ways to support nature, like tree planting or visiting conservation sites. So, you can enjoy original insights into the natural world while preserving its beauty and helping to ensure a better future!

MSC Cruises and the environment

We care for the environment in which we operate, the guests who sail with us and the people who work with us. Our commitment extends to our onshore activities too. Protectours are not only a way to offer our guests a variety of shore excursion with less impact, but also a means encouraging our onshore partners to develop tours that are focused on protecting the environment.

A world of amazing experiences

Protectours offer you unforgettable experiences in close contact with nature and communities in a variety of environments around the world. Local guides, with an expertise in wildlife or traditions, will bring you to snorkel around a coral plantation, or take you on a Fjord Safari aboard a hybrid-electric catamaran and much more.

Our Easy & Accessible Tours make exploring comfortable for everyone. These tours allow slow walkers, wheelchair, scooter users and any guests that like to leisurely explore, to visit the best each destination has to offer on easy tours created just for them.

MSC Accessible Tours are currently available in the Caribbean and Mediterranean.

Explore each destination at your own pace

Through specifically selected itineraries and specially designed tours, guests will be able to enjoy step free routes at their own pace, experiencing the wonders of our destinations in total comfort. Accessible vehicles will be available to accommodate small groups, and tours itineraries will always include access to special needs restrooms. Please note that vehicles and their wheelchair & scooter requirements (width, height, weight) vary from tour to tour so make sure to carefully check the specific requirements within each tour description.

Comfort and freedom for all guests

Explore the world with wheelchair-accessible vehicles, expert guides, and step-free routes tailored to your needs.

Accessible Vehicles & Facilities: Vehicles equipped with a wheelchair accessible solution. We visit accessible bathrooms equipped with wide doors.

Small Groups with Expert Guides: Small Groups or Private Vehicle for you and your companion/s with expert guides.

Visit at your own pace: Tours made to leisurely visit the destination's highlights while taking into account guests' special needs and facilitating each participant in moving independently.

Step-free Routes: Tours aim at eliminating obstacles and ensure a smooth access to all of the highlights visited.

Introducing our Mediterranean partner

Accessible Travel Solutions (ATS) is the world’s largest provider of accessible shore excursions, proudly offering inclusive experiences across a wide range of destinations. With more than 15 years of expertise in accessible travel planning and first-hand, on-the-ground accessibility research, ATS ensures that every tour is thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of wheelchair users, seniors, and travelers with limited mobility.

ATS is Sage Inclusion accessibility certified, this designation reflects their commitment to rigorous training and service standards in accessible travel. This certification ensures that the team and partners are equipped with best practices for inclusive hospitality, including accessible communication, customer care, and logistics planning to serve travelers with disabilities confidently and respectfully.

Come and see how we do it! Go “Behind-the-Scenes” and experience what goes into delivering a perfect cruise vacation.

Explore several “off-limit” areas of the ship

Are you ready for the ultimate behind-the-scenes experience on our magnificent cruise ship? This exclusive excursion is limited to small groups of 20 people, so you'll have a truly intimate and immersive experience.

Join us as we take you on a journey through the hidden corners of our ship, where only a select few have gone before. You'll have the chance to see the inner workings of the ship, from the bridge of command, engine control room to the gallery and beyond.

A one-of-a-kind discovery tour

Our knowledgeable tour guides and shipboard staff will be on hand to answer any questions you may have and give an overview of the internal operation of the ship.

But that's not all – you'll also have the opportunity to meet the ship's officers and learn about their experiences at sea. This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to get an inside look at the operations of a cruise ship and to see what goes on behind the scenes. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity – book your spot now to ensure one of the very few seats available!

The MSC Excursion Desk can be found on Deck 5.

The MSC Business Centre can be found on Deck 5.

You’d normally have to travel to New York to see top-end shows, but thanks to our Broadway-style theatres you can enjoy superlative entertainment with an international line-up of artists without having to leave the ship. Take your pick from a fabulous programme, there’s sure to be a show you love.

West End Theatre

You’d normally have to travel to London to see top-end shows, but thanks to our West End-style theatres, you can enjoy superlative entertainment with an international line-up of artists without having to leave the ship. Take your pick from a fabulous programme; there’s sure to be a show you love.

Experience life on board our cruise ship, where sparkling pools invite you to relax and experience unforgettable moments. Sunbathe on deck, dive into crystal clear waters and enjoy a unique atmosphere designed for your perfect escape. Life on board offers endless entertainment and peaceful escapes, making every moment truly special.

Welcome to MSC Casino Cruises, where Vegas-style games promise a thrilling holiday experience.

Friendly staff await to provide you with exceptional service while a modern design and comfortable amenities create a welcoming atmosphere.

Whether you're an expert high roller or a novice player, an array of games ensures endless enjoyment for all skill levels. Learn to play like the pros as you master the classics with gaming lessons in blackjack, poker, roulette, and dice. So, try your hand at high-stakes gambling where you might just become our next jackpot winner.

Cruise casino games

Step onto the casino floor for non-stop excitement from our extensive gaming collection. A mix of slot machines and table games as well as bingo and lottery opportunities create an electrifying atmosphere where the thrills are big, and the payouts are bigger.

Bingo and Lotto

Get ready to engage in a compelling game of bingo. The anticipation builds with each number called out. Fill up your card with a winning combination for the chance to shout "Bingo!" and claim your grand prize. Or purchase a lottery ticket for an opportunity to go home with a windfall. Pick your numbers or let fate decide with the quick-pick option, then buckle up for the excitement as you await the winning combination to be revealed in the daily drawing. Simply match all five numbers to become our next big lotto winner.

Live table games
Experience the excitement of live table games while at sea. From blackjack and craps (on selected ships in the USA) to baccarat and adrenaline-inducing roulette, our cruise ship casino offers all the classic games to create an energetic environment of endless possibilities.

Slot machines

Whether you enjoy dabbling with penny slots or prefer to risk it all with high-limit games, a selection of over 2,000 slot machines throughout our fleet ensures you will find a game that suites your playing style. Both fixed and progressive jackpots promise a thrilling time as you try your luck to win it all. Insert your ship card into the machine while playing to instantly start earning Dream Points.

Soak up sweeping views from the stern, then come back after dark as the DJ turns up the music and the dance floor comes alive.

Welcome to the Red Bar, where ample seating, glamorous design, and world-class drink brands like Bacardi elevate every moment.

Sit back, relax, and indulge with a fine cigar at this warm and inviting lounge any time of day.

Come for a pint, stay for another round. With a welcoming pub atmosphere and plenty of drinks to choose from, The White Lion Pub is an easy favorite for good times with friends.

Whether you're toasting the start of the evening or unwinding after a day ashore, Bar Del Duomo elevates every moment with cocktails, wines, and beers—all set to the sounds of live music.

Grab a book, choose a drink—from signature cocktails to sparkling wines—and enjoy breathtaking ocean views in this cozy lounge.

While away a few enjoyable hours of game play at the Arcade on board the ship. Pit your wits and skill against those of your friends in any number of typical arcade options, including video games, pinball and more. Great fun guaranteed.

Located on Deck 11

Duty Free

Discover everything the Duty Free shop has to offer, all at tax and duty-free prices*.

You can choose between top-flight international tobacco products, technology products, fine wines, chocolate, make up and travel essentials. Our expert staff can provide you with all the help you need to make the perfect choice.

*We always give you the lowest tax and duty-free prices applicable in accordance with local legislation

MSC Logo Shop

Infuse your cruise with gifts that spark magical memories of your voyage across the waves! Navigate the MSC Logo Shop for everything from gadgets to books and novelty gifts! You’ll also find MSC’s very own DOREMI Mascot right here in the MSC Shop.

Jewellery

A wonderland of all that sparkles; showcasing designs in gold, silver, precious and semi-precious stones and watches. You’ll love the wide choice of jewellery, perfect as a special gift or to treat yourself, and at prices that will put an extra sparkle in your eye.

Fashion Boutique

Browse the latest collections for men, women and children, plus an array of accessories for all tastes. Enjoy the expert guidance of our staff, here to help you find something for the special people in your life, whatever their age and taste!

Accessories

Top Italian brands such as Armani, Coccinelle, Furla and Fusaro feature alongside international names like Radley London, Calvin Klein, Lacoste, Tommy Hilfiger and Ralph Lauren.

Here you are sure to find serious sartorial inspiration for bags and accessories!

Don’t forget to explore the All-Inclusive Digital Photo Package, which includes digital files of all the photos taken by our professional photographers on board. Digital photos are available for download only during your cruise. Keep in mind, once you disembark, downloading your photos won't be possible.

MSC Aurea Spa boasts an exotic interior of natural stone, precious woods and rich mosaics, and is equipped with specific and massage treatment suites. Being pampered by a traditional Balinese Massage is a truly unique experience. Thanks to a blend of scented essences and aromatic oils, your body is enveloped in an endlessly peaceful and relaxing aura. 

Thermal Area
Start your wellness journey in our on board thermal area and achieve a lasting feeling of absolute well-being that will stay with you well beyond your cruise. Our thermal experiences are designed to slowly raise your body temperature while you relax, taking full advantage of the holistic and therapeutic benefits of water and heat.

Please note:
In order to grant the best experience to our guests, all Thermal Area experiences are available by appointment only.

Pregnant guests are not permitted to use any heat treatments within the Thermal Area.

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You can enjoy the expertise of highly specialised staff in aesthetic treatments to offer you excellent results and improve the relaxing effects of your cruise. Customise your cruise with the best treatments for your body. Unwind and feel fantastic! 

Hair Salon
Refresh your look with a new hairstyle! There are different packages which include a personalised shampoo & conditioning mask, a haircut and a single-process colour treatment. Leave the salon styled and ready for a great evening on board.

Barber Shop

Inside the MSC Aurea Spa there’s a dedicated Barber Shop to keep you looking at your best during your time on board! Leave the salon styled and ready for a great evening.

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Basketball
Come to the outdoor basketball court at the Sport Centre for a chance to hang out with friends, have fun shooting hoops and enjoy a full-body workout at the same time. You may not make the latest line-up of the Harlem Globetrotters, but you’re sure to have a great time.

Five-a-side Football
Fancy a game of footy? Your wish can be granted at the outdoor five-a-side football pitch at the Sport Center. Team up with some friends or family and play a match against another on-board team. A great way to have fun, get active and turn strangers into friends.

Volleyball
Fast-paced, energetic and a ton of fun to play, volleyball is one of the world’s most popular team sports and one you can enjoy at the outdoor volleyball court at the on-board Sport Centre. Burn some calories and get a thorough cardio-vascular workout while you land a kill and beat the opposing team.

Tennis Court
Anyone for tennis? Play to your heart’s content at the outdoor or indoor tennis court of our on-board Sport Centre. Tennis is ideal for getting some healthy activity, honing your hand-to-eye coordination and having loads of fun. Game, set and match to you.

Power Walking Track

Enjoying time off on your cruise doesn’t need to mean letting your fitness routine slide, so gear up and rendezvous with the power walking and jogging track on deck to get your daily exercise fix while also savouring outstanding ocean views.

Minigolf
You’ll need to combine hand-to-eye coordination with a deft, light touch to get around our entertaining open-air mini-golf course on board the ship. Get together with your friends and family to see who has what it takes to be crowned the mini-golf King or Queen.

Shuffleboard
Shuffleboard is located on Deck 13.

Fitted with authentic TechnoGym® equipment and featuring panoramic ocean views, the on-board gym is the place to be for all those who take their fitness regime seriously. Hone your physique with a full set of TechnoGym® apparatus every day of your cruise to look better than ever before.

Exclusively for adults, this calm, quiet and peaceful retreat can be found on the Sun Deck.

You can leave your toddlers with our MSC Babycare staff, or stay with them and enjoy the special Chicco toys and games. They'll love our music and rhythm activities, designed to awaken their curiosity.

MSC Cruises offers two services to all parents of babies under 3 years old*.

• MSC Baby Time: is the service that allows parents to enter our baby club and play with their children at specific time slots each day.
• MSC Baby Care: is the service that allows parents to leave their baby with the youth staff in determined time slots each day and in the meantime enjoy on-board services and relaxation. Both services are free of charge and allow a maximum of 15 babies to enter the Baby Club at the same time.

Our partnership with leading baby care brand Chicco provides a dedicated play area with facilities for babies and toddlers under 3 years old.

*To be left under the responsibility of youth staff during MSC Baby Care service, babies must be more than 6 months old.

Please note: charges apply for the MSC Baby Care service and may vary by ship and itinerary.

The Mini Club welcomes children aged between 3 and 6 years old, bringing them new friends and lots of fun, enriched by the stimulating toys of our partnership with LEGO®. The club offers games, events and activities to free their imagination and make every day special. And the whole family is invited to the Doremi Family Disco!

The Junior Club inspires connection and cooperation among 7 to 11-year-olds, through a wide variety of activities. Highlights range from Masterchef at Sea Juniors and Dorebro Sport competitions to our Fire & Ice live video game. Do you like acting, dancing or singing? Enjoy the thrill of filming with the Kelly & Kloe On Board Green Screen Experience!

With the Young Club, kids from 12 to 14 years old can dive into a world of discovery, involvement and interaction.

Each day holds the promise of new experiences, with a dedicated programme of sport tournaments, hi-tech games and lots of other fun activities. And of course, every day also brings opportunities to make new friends.

Teenagers aged from 15 to 17 years old can look forward to having the time of their lives on board. Teen Club activities range from sports and competitions, dance contests and social network games to Wii, Xbox and PS4 tournaments.

• For the kind of adrenaline rush kids and teenagers love, we give them the chance to pilot a fast-flying drone with our Drone Academy through an obstacle course in a night-time race that will really test their skill!*
• Developed in partnership with Fremantle, the company behind "The X Factor", the Dance Crew Competition gives teams of teenagers the chance to compete for the title of Dance Crew of the Year*
• With our new YouTube web series Cabin 12006, your children can follow teenager Markus on his first cruise as it turns into an unexpected adventure!**
• Also with the Teen disco, the Karaoke, Flash mobs and other themed events, every evening is a party!**

**Available on: all MSC Ships

• Baby Clubs - along with activities that the whole family can enjoy together, we offer a Baby Club onboard all our ships with dedicated activities and facilities.

• MSC Baby Care Service - we have thought about mums and dads too! Everyday, you can drop your baby off at the Baby Club, where they will be looked after by qualified and dedicated staff who will let them play (during specific times)
• MSC and Chicco - on our cruise ships you’ll find the most modern, fun and educational toys, chosen for you by the Osservatorio Chicco, Baby Research Center.
• Medical Centre - every ship in the MSC Cruises fleet has a well-equipped modern Medical Centre on board. The Medical Centre is staffed by fully-qualified personnel, and benefits from 24/7 specialist paediatric telemedicine support. Over-the-counter medicines can be purchased on board.
• 24 hours Room Service - all our restaurants and 24-hour Cabin Service are ready and happy to help, ensuring you can feed your baby swiftly on demand, for their and your own comfort.
• Baby Laundry Service - our unique new Baby Laundry service washes baby and toddler clothes separately from everything else, using a specialised machine, program and detergents to clean and sanitise even at temperatures as low as 30°C. We’ll collect your children’s items from your cabin and deliver them to you the following day clean, safe and sterilised: ideal for protecting their skin. You’ll find full details in your cabin, along with a biodegradable paper laundry bag and a service coupon to fill in.

Please note charges apply for the MSC Baby Care service and may vary by ship and itinerary.

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MSC ORIGINALS: On an MSC cruise, you'll discover a diverse array of activities designed for both children and adults. Our dedicated Kids Clubs offer a wide range of engaging experiences, including sports tournaments, quizzes, and the exciting DOREMIX family disco. Featuring an exclusive MSC Cruises soundtrack, also available on all digital platforms, this family-friendly dance party will be led by beloved mascot Doremi, who will serve as both DJ and dance judge for competitions in all age categories.

Additionally, our ships provide numerous entertainment options to ensure everyone has a memorable and enjoyable time onboard: BOXES will see contestants face unexpected challenges, revealed only when they open the selected box. MSC BOOM, will combine technology and fun, allowing participants to compete for exciting prizes.

We kindly ask you to check the daily programme once onboard to discover all the activities.

From the joys of relaxing in a pool or splashing around in an aqua park, to the thrill of riding a swirling waterslide, family fun in the sun is never far away.

Some ships offer the added excitement of activities such as sliding down a zip-line, driving a full-size MSC Formula Racer, and enjoying a fully immersive VR experience. Not to mention the thrilling multi-sensory experience of an interactive XD cinema and the amazing video games room**.

You can take the kids to a Broadway-style theatre show

Once during every cruise we hold a special entertainment event called the LEGO® Experience On Board*: an entire day dedicated to fun LEGO activities for the whole family to enjoy.

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Experience the cruise adventure before you even step on board! Dive into the captivating web series Cabin 12006, available on MSC Cruises' official YouTube channel. Join Markus, a teenager embarking on his first cruise, as his holiday takes an unexpected turn. MSC Bellissima's "Cabin 12006" is filled with unanswered questions and thrilling surprises, and it's up to Markus and his friend Lucas to unravel the mystery.

Kelly & Kloe Onboard is an exciting web series that chronicles the adventures of two young girls, Kelly and Kloe, as they spend time on an MSC Cruises ship alongside their father, the Master. Kids will have the opportunity to learn the theme song and dance routine from the web series, participate in a selfie contest while dressed up as characters from the story, and even unleash their creativity by writing their very own episode of the thrilling adventure.

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Once during every cruise we hold a special entertainment event called the LEGO® Experience On Board: an entire day dedicated to fun LEGO activities for the whole family to enjoy. Thanks to this special activity your kids can spend hours building and creating whatever they want!

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Wind down, lie back, chill out or dress up, and make the most of every marvellous moment.

While your kids are having the time of their lives, with our expert staff, you are free to enjoy all of those things you never quite have time for back home. So wind down, lie back, chill out or dress up, and make the most of every marvellous moment.

• Relax with a sensual massage in the authentic Balinese MSC Aurea Spa or work out in the gym
• Choose your Entertainment option: you can indulge in some shopping, sip a cocktail or spend a glamorous evening in the onboard casino
• Savour a romantic dinner for two while enjoying the sea views
• Discover the beautiful MSC Cruises’ destinations with a dedicated excursion
• Golden Party & quizzes for parents: the Golden Party joins MSC Cruises’ lineup of renowned parties, including the White Party, Glow Party, and Sunshine Party, which have become major highlights of the cruise experience. Meanwhile, trivia enthusiasts can test their knowledge with 75 original Trivia Quizzes available on all ships, during the regular daytime Quiz O’Clock, a casual and interactive daytime event featuring refreshments and social engagement in a relaxed atmosphere.

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Oceans Day is a dedicated day of educational experiences designed for children, youth and families powered by the MSC Foundation to inspire a deeper connection with the ocean and the importance of safeguarding it. Through games, workshops, and interactive activities available across the ship, participants will learn more about marine life and everyday actions that can help preserve our blue planet.

Guests can take part in a variety of ocean-themed activities and collect stamps in their Ocean Passport. At the end of the day, they will receive an Ocean Ambassador Certificate, recognising their engagement and commitment to ocean awareness and protection.