Organizer:	MSC Cruises
Cruise line:	MSC Cruises
Destination:	Round-the-world
Departure port:	Marseille (France)
Arrival port:	Marseille (France)
Date:	1 Date (January 2029)

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Day	Travel station	Arrival	Departure
1.	Marseille (France) Departure: 18:00		18:00
	Marseille is considered to be the largest and oldest port on the French Mediterranean coast and a glamorous metropolis. The city was founded in a picturesque bay in the 6th century B.C. by the Greek colonists. Initially it thrived from trading and quickly developed into an important port. Marseille is a welcoming cosmopolitan tourist town with a wide variety of shopping, entertainment and recreational facilities. Sights include: St. Victor's basilica, the old harbour, the poor house "la Ville Charité", the cathedral of la Major, the town hall, the historical museum, the Roman Docks Museum, the Archaeological Museum, Longchamp Museum, Grobet-Labadié Museum, Cantini Museum.
2.	Barcelona (Spain) Arrival: 07:00 Departure: 18:00	07:00	18:00
	The town is a harmonious mixture of the traditional and the modern and you will find both historic buildings dating from medieval times and ultra-modern architecture. Barcelona is the most important economic centre in Catalonia. This Mediterranean metropolis also has lots to offer in cultural terms, including, among other things, the Picasso Museum, the Museum of Modern Art and the National Gallery of Catalonia. The cathedreal "La Seu", which dates from the 13th century, is situated in the gothic old town "Barri Gotic". But Barcelona's landmark is the "Sagrada Familia", the church designed by Antoni Gaudi. Barcelona is busy by day and lively by night. One of the other main attractions is "Las Ramblas", the splendid promenade in the city centre with countless pavement cafes, shops, restaurants, bars and discos. Other must-sees include "El Puerto", the harbour with a wonderful view of Barcelona, and the nearby boulevard "Paseo de Colón".
3.	At Sea

4.	Málaga (Spain) Arrival: 07:00 Departure: 17:00	07:00	17:00
	Malaga was founded in around 8 B.C. by the seafaring Phoenicians. Today, Malaga is a modern city with an important trading port, an airport and a university. It also has an excellent climate all year round, making it one of the most important holiday destinations on the Iberian peninsula. Sights include: The King's Palace, "Alcazaba", built in the 11th century and featuring an archaeological museum; the city cathedral, built around 1528 with the pretty chapels "Capilla Mayor" and "Capilla del Sagrado Corazón"; various churches; the house in which Pablo Picasso was born; buildings dating from the 18th century - "Casa del Cosulado", "Palacio de la Aduana", "Casa Palacio del Marques de Valdeflores"; the parks "Puerta Oscura", "de Ricasso", "de Pedro Luis Alonso".
5.	Casablanca (Morocco) Arrival: 08:00 Departure: 21:00	08:00	21:00
	Casablanca is a modern city with a few old buildings and some elements of Moroccan culture. It was greatly influenced by French colonialism. The cityscape, consisting initially mainly of wide boulevards and French-inspired townhouses dating from the 30s and 40s, has been supplemented with new high-rise buildings and Neo-Oriental style architecture. Casablanca's attractions include the Hassan II Mosque , the arts and crafts market, "Youtiya" in the new Medina, and the Habbous district. The most important buildings in the Medina are the Jamaa el Kebir and Jamaa ech Chleuh mosques and the Sidi el Kairouani Koubba, the city's first saint.
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9.	Mindelo (Sao Vicente, Cape Verde) Arrival: 07:00 Departure: 18:00	07:00	18:00
	Mindelo is the second-largest city on Cabo Verde and lies nestled in a beautiful bay. It is dominated by the largest and most important port in the country, "Porto Grande". Mindelo has the flair of an international port town and continues to be the cultural and intellectual centre of the archipelago. Sights include: the old town, the fish market, the reproduction of the Lisbon "Torre de Belém", which is the city's landmark.
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14.	Salvador de Bahia (Brazil) Arrival: 08:00 Departure: 16:00	08:00	16:00
	Salvador da Bahia, the 'black heart of Brazil', lies on the North-East coast. In the 16th century it was the largest city in the entire southern hemisphere. Today, Salvador is a melting pot of cultures and the centre of African culture. The city at "All Saints Bay" is probably the most exotic and eccentric city in Brazil. Two thirds of the population are the descendants of African slaves. African rituals, cults and religion can thus be found at every turn. In the historic old town, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, baroque buildings are a reminder of colonial rule. Lots of churches and a market for arts and crafts are also to be found in the town centre. A pure, exotic atmosphere, happy people, palm-lined beaches stretching several kilometres, music and the Afro-Brazilian culture are ever-present.
15.	At Sea

16.	Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) Arrival: 09:00	09:00
	The metropolis of Rio de Janeiro lies nestled in beautiful countryside with a view of islands and paradise beaches. The city's landmarks are Copacabana beach and the Sugar Loaf Mountain, which gives the city its unmistakable silhouette. Opposite, on Corcovado hill, stands the world-famous statue of Christ. Historic churches and monuments compete with modern architecture; typical traditional street markets stand directly beside ultra-modern shopping centres. A trip in a cable car to the peak of the Sugar Loaf, which is over 700 m high, promises a truly breathtaking view of the city. Sights include: Metropolitana Cathedral, the municipal theatre, the city palace Paco Imperial, the National Historical Museum, Sugar Loaf Mountain and the statue of Christ.
17.	Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) Departure: 16:00		16:00
	The metropolis of Rio de Janeiro lies nestled in beautiful countryside with a view of islands and paradise beaches. The city's landmarks are Copacabana beach and the Sugar Loaf Mountain, which gives the city its unmistakable silhouette. Opposite, on Corcovado hill, stands the world-famous statue of Christ. Historic churches and monuments compete with modern architecture; typical traditional street markets stand directly beside ultra-modern shopping centres. A trip in a cable car to the peak of the Sugar Loaf, which is over 700 m high, promises a truly breathtaking view of the city. Sights include: Metropolitana Cathedral, the municipal theatre, the city palace Paco Imperial, the National Historical Museum, Sugar Loaf Mountain and the statue of Christ.
18.	At Sea

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20.	Buenos Aires (Argentina) Arrival: 09:00	09:00
	Buenos Aires is the capital of the Republic of Argentina and was founded in 1536 by the Spanish conquistador Pedro de Mendoza. The Latin American city, also known as the "Queen of La Plata" has a very European feel, both in terms of architecture and local customs, spiced with a dash of Latin American warmth and informality. A megalopolis with eleven million inhabitants (making it one of the largest cities in the world) Buenos Aires has always had great allure. Incomers see it as the gateway to the New World, the city of tango, football, a vibrant cultural life and elegance in South America.
21.	Buenos Aires (Argentina) Departure: 20:00		20:00
	Buenos Aires is the capital of the Republic of Argentina and was founded in 1536 by the Spanish conquistador Pedro de Mendoza. The Latin American city, also known as the "Queen of La Plata" has a very European feel, both in terms of architecture and local customs, spiced with a dash of Latin American warmth and informality. A megalopolis with eleven million inhabitants (making it one of the largest cities in the world) Buenos Aires has always had great allure. Incomers see it as the gateway to the New World, the city of tango, football, a vibrant cultural life and elegance in South America.
22.	At Sea

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24.	Puerto Madryn (Chubut, Argentina) Arrival: 09:00 Departure: 18:00	09:00	18:00
	Modern architecture dominates the most part of Puerto Madryn, founded in the mid-19th century by colonists from Wales. There are lots of beaches in the centre of the city and the surrounding area that are excellent for swimming and sunbathing. The idyllic beaches of Playa La Mimosa and Playa El Indio to the South of the city centre are sheltered and especially popular. Puerto Madryn is also the most famous diving centre in Argentina. Crystal clear water and the rocky reefs in Golfo Nuevo as well as the untouched fauna attract a great number of visitors. The Valdés peninsula nature reserve with its sea lion, seal and elephant seal colonies, as well as whales and other sea animals is also nearby.
25.	At Sea

26.	Port Stanley (East Falkland, Falkland Islands) Arrival: 08:00 Departure: 18:00	08:00	18:00
	Port Stanley, the small capital of the Falkland islands with a population of approximately 2,000, lies nestled in rough moorland. It is the single-storey Victorian wooden houses and sights like the Anglican cathedral with its unique archway made of whale bones and the Falkland Island Museum that lend the town its charm.
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29.	Ushuaia (Tierra del Fuego, Argentina) Arrival: 06:00	06:00
	Ushuaia, the capital of the Argentinean part of Tierra del Fuego, was built by prisoners. The old prison has become an attraction and is a must-see. The town, which is considered to be the most southerly town in the world, lies directly by the snow-covered mountains of the Andes and by the Beagle Canal.
30.	Ushuaia (Tierra del Fuego, Argentina) Departure: 16:00		16:00
	Ushuaia, the capital of the Argentinean part of Tierra del Fuego, was built by prisoners. The old prison has become an attraction and is a must-see. The town, which is considered to be the most southerly town in the world, lies directly by the snow-covered mountains of the Andes and by the Beagle Canal.
31.	At Sea

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33.	Puerto Montt (Chile) Arrival: 09:00 Departure: 18:00	09:00	18:00
	Puerto Montt, the capital of the Chilean region of Los Lagos, is situated around 1,000 km South of Santiago at a wide Pacific bay. Despite having a population of 130,000, the port, which is the last stop on the North-South railway, has retained a small town atmosphere and charm. With its splendid rooftops and balconies, Puerto Montt is reminiscent of a small Bavarian village and was indeed inhabited for a time by Bavarian settlers. The city is famous for its eucalyptus and pine forests as well as the many lakes and snow-covered volcanoes.
34.	At Sea

35.	Valparaíso / Santiago de Chile (Chile) Arrival: 08:00	08:00
	Valparaíso is one of the first cities founded by the Spanish in Chile. What is today Chile's largest sea port lies in a picturesque bay around which the city centre is built. This is where you can see historic buildings in the Victorian and neoclassical styles, huge squares and a modern port facility. The residential areas are for the most part situated on the hills surrounding the city to which the many stairways and a unique cable-car system with 16 carriages lead. It is well worth the journey uphill - the view of the harbour and the city centre is simply breathtaking. Probably the most unusual city in Chile, it is known for its interlinked houses with their traditional inner courtyards.
36.	Valparaíso / Santiago de Chile (Chile) Departure: 18:00		18:00
	Valparaíso is one of the first cities founded by the Spanish in Chile. What is today Chile's largest sea port lies in a picturesque bay around which the city centre is built. This is where you can see historic buildings in the Victorian and neoclassical styles, huge squares and a modern port facility. The residential areas are for the most part situated on the hills surrounding the city to which the many stairways and a unique cable-car system with 16 carriages lead. It is well worth the journey uphill - the view of the harbour and the city centre is simply breathtaking. Probably the most unusual city in Chile, it is known for its interlinked houses with their traditional inner courtyards.
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41.	Hanga Roa (Easter Island, Chile) Arrival: 08:00 Departure: 18:00	08:00	18:00
	Hanga Roa is the capital of Easter Island. This is where most of the 2,000 residents, the majority of whom are Polynesian, live. The most important attraction is Rapa Nui National Park, which was founded in 1935. Today it encompasses almost all of the Easter Islands. In the centre of Hanga Roa there is a football pitch. The most important street is "Policarpo Toro" with its many restaurants and shops. The popular meeting place for the local residents is "Playa Pea", a natural swimming pool with a pebble beach sheltered by cliffs.
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44.	Bounty Bay (Pitcairn Islands) Arrival: 08:00 Departure: 11:00	08:00	11:00

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47.	Papeete (Tahiti, French Polynesia) Arrival: 09:00	09:00
	Papeete is the capital of Tahiti. The island is a mixture of beautiful coves, white sandy beaches, tropical plants and French vanity.
48.	Papeete (Tahiti, French Polynesia) Departure: 18:00		18:00
	Papeete is the capital of Tahiti. The island is a mixture of beautiful coves, white sandy beaches, tropical plants and French vanity.
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52.	Pago Pago (Tutuila, American Samoa) Arrival: 08:00 Departure: 18:00	08:00	18:00

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56.	Lautoka (Viti Levu, Fiji) Arrival: 08:00 Departure: 18:00	08:00	18:00
	'The 'sugar city' of Lautoka, an economic and cultural centre, is the second-largest city on the Fiji Islands. The main palm-lined street gives the city a friendly feel. Mosques, Hindu temples and Christian churches bear witness to the turbulent past and the diverse population. There are several restaurants and hotels, but the highlight is an excellent art gallery at a hotel direct by the water. Lautoka is also the starting point for many tours to the neighbouring islands.
57.	Suva (Viti Levu, Fiji) Arrival: 08:00 Departure: 18:00	08:00	18:00
	Suva is the capital and the most important port on the island state of Fiji in Oceania. It lies on the main island, Viti Levu. The Fiji museum, set up in 1904, is well worth a visit. Its collection of indigenous art and tools provides an insight into the history and culture of the native people of the island. Plants from throughout the South-Pacific region grown in Thurston Botanical Gardens. The Nature Reserve and Recreation Park 'Colo-i-Suva Forest Park', which is 18km from the capital, has picturesque waterfalls, nature walks, picnic areas and small lakes
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61.	Auckland (New Zealand) Arrival: 08:00 Departure: 18:00	08:00	18:00
	With a population in excess of 1 million, Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand. It lies between the Pacific Ocean and the Tasmanian See. It got its nickname the "City of Sails" on account of the "thousand ships" moored in its harbour. The city spans an 11 km wide sound of volcanic rocks and is a paradise for watersports fans. To the North of Auckland, Leigh Marine Reserve provides plenty of opportunity for every imaginable kind of underwater activity. The main cultural attraction is the Auckland Museum.
62.	Tauranga (New Zealand) Arrival: 07:00 Departure: 17:00	07:00	17:00
	'The harbour town of Tauranga lies 200 km South-East of Auckland at the Bay of Plenty. It was built at the beginning of the 19th century on peninsulae connected by bridges. The bustling focal point of the town is the beach promenade with the Coronation Pier, from where pleasure boats and ferries set off for the neighbouring town of Mount Maunganui, which was built at the foot of a 232 metre high volcano, from where you can enjoy a fantastic view of white beaches and the harbour. Tauranga's greatest attraction is the Tauranga District Museum and Historic Village, where you can see 85 reconstructed and restored buildings from the time of Colonialism, including a Maori village, a pioneer settlement and military barracks dating from the territorial wars. 5 km to the East of Tauranga, Kiwifruit Country, a Disneyland-style funpark is also a great magnet for tourists.
63.	At Sea

64.	Timaru (New Zealand) Arrival: 10:00 Departure: 19:00	10:00	19:00

65.	Dunedin / Port Chalmers (New Zealand) Arrival: 08:00 Departure: 18:00	08:00	18:00
	Dunedin, the Gaelic name for the port city of Edinburgh, is famous for its historic buildings. The city's architecture is mainly Victorian, Edwardian and Flemish in style. The second-largest city on South Island with a population of roughly 120,000, was founded by the Scots in the mid-19th century. The city centre is at the "Octogon", an eight-sided town square surrounded by lots of cafés and museums. Sights include: the oldest university in New Zealand with a stylised clock tower, the Dominican Prioriat, the whisky distillery, and Otago Early Settler Museum.
66.	Milford Sound (New Zealand) Arrival: 17:00 Departure: 18:00	17:00	18:00

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69.	Hobart (Tasmania, Australia) Arrival: 06:00 Departure: 19:00	06:00	19:00
	The seafarers' town lies at the mouth of the Derwent River at the foot of Mount Wellington. The capital of the smallest Australian state (Tasmania) was founded in 1803 as a prison colony. Nowadays, Hobart's image is shaped by houses from the colonial era and spacious parks. The town is also home to the 'tasmanian devil'. Sights include: Anglesea Barracks, the parliament building and the "Cascade" brewery.
70.	At Sea

71.	Sydney (New South Wales, Australia) Arrival: 08:00	08:00

72.	Sydney (New South Wales, Australia) Departure: 20:00		20:00

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74.	Melbourne (Victoria, Australia) Arrival: 08:00 Departure: 20:00	08:00	20:00
	Melbourne is an Australian metropolis founded by settlers in 1835. Unlike Sydney or Hobart, Melbourne was never a prison colony. The city has an individual tradition with beautiful architecture and enchanting art and culture. As well as the settlers, you will also encounter the indigenous people of Austrialia, the Aborigines, in the city. Melbourne has a large number of shopping, cultural, sport and recreational facilities, making it extremely attractive to visitors. Sights include: the city's tram system, the Botanic Gardens, Melbourne University, the Convention Centre and Carlton District Crown.
75.	At Sea

76.	Penneshaw (Kangaroo Island, Australia) Arrival: 08:00 Departure: 20:00	08:00	20:00

77.	Adelaide (South Australia, Australia) Arrival: 07:00 Departure: 19:00	07:00	19:00
	Adelaide, with a population of 1.08 million, is the capital of South Australia. It proudly calls itself the "Festival City", since it hosts the largest cultural festical in the entire Asia Pacific region every other year in February/March. The streets of the inner city of Adelaide have a grid -iron layout. The most important street in the city is "Rundle Street" which has a large number of department stores, small shops, boutiques and restaurants. But there are still lovely old houses at Adelaide's port, like the police station dating from 1860, a warehouse (1865) and numerous historic residential buildings. Other sights include: "Old Parliament House" dating back to 1855, the Migration Museum, the Australian Museum and two universities (founded in 1847 and 1966).
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81.	Fremantle - Perth (Western Australia, Australia) Arrival: 08:00	08:00
	Fremantle was founded in 1829 and was the capital of western Australia in the early 19th century. For many migrants, the harbour represented the gateway to the land "Down Under" and Fremantle developed into a multicultural town. It is most famous for its market.
82.	Fremantle - Perth (Western Australia, Australia) Departure: 12:00		12:00
	Fremantle was founded in 1829 and was the capital of western Australia in the early 19th century. For many migrants, the harbour represented the gateway to the land "Down Under" and Fremantle developed into a multicultural town. It is most famous for its market.
83.	At Sea

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85.	Broome (Western Australia, Australia) Arrival: 10:00 Departure: 20:00	10:00	20:00
	Broome, the centre of the pearl industry, lies on the Indian Ocean. The town is surrounded by wide, white sandy beaches with turquoise-blue water and the reddish-orange coloured cliffs along the shoreline. Thanks to the former pearl divers, the town has an Asian touch and still has a Chinatown area. In the 19th century, Broome was one of the most famous pearl harbours in the world. In 1910, 400 boats met 80% of the worldwide demand for mother-of-pearl. Today, the Australian port relies mainly on tourism. Sights include: Cable Beach, the Japanese cemetery, Broome Historical Society Museum, the historic outdoor cinema "Sun Pictures", where you can watch a film from the comfort of your deckchair.
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88.	Darwin (Northern Territory, Australia) Arrival: 07:00	07:00
	The relaxed atmosphere of the outback dominates in Darwin too. The nearby wilderness of Cockatoo National Park boasts cave paintings and aboriginal art, rock formations that are more than 20,000 years old, and the dense lush Australian rainforest with many many waterfalls.
89.	Darwin (Northern Territory, Australia) Departure: 16:00		16:00
	The relaxed atmosphere of the outback dominates in Darwin too. The nearby wilderness of Cockatoo National Park boasts cave paintings and aboriginal art, rock formations that are more than 20,000 years old, and the dense lush Australian rainforest with many many waterfalls.
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92.	Benoa (Bali, Indonesia) Arrival: 07:00 Departure: 20:00	07:00	20:00
	Benoa is a traditional fishing village in the South of Bali. At the entrance to the port is the Pura Sakenan temple . It is linked with the pilgrimage of the Buddhist saint Dang Hyang Nirartha and is particularly important during the Galungan Festival celebrated every second year.
93.	Lembar (Lombok, Indonesia) Arrival: 07:00 Departure: 18:00	07:00	18:00

94.	Celukan Bawang (Bali, Indonesia) Arrival: 08:00 Departure: 18:00	08:00	18:00

95.	Surabaya (Java, Indonesia) Arrival: 08:00 Departure: 18:00	08:00	18:00
	The Indonesian port of Surabaya on the North-Eastern coast of Java is also called the "city of heroes" on account of its turbulent past. Today, this metropolis with a population of over one million is an important production and trading centre and the second-largest city in Indonesia. From Surabaya it is easy to reach the tiny neighbouring island of Madure, which is famous for its legendary bull races. Sights include: Surabaya zoo, the harbour of Kalima, the martyrs' memorial and Kayoon flower market.
96.	Semarang (Java, Indonesia) Arrival: 07:00 Departure: 17:00	07:00	17:00
	Semarang is the capital and the most important port in the central province of Java. The town is also a centre of the economy and tourism. A visit to the world-famous Buddhist temples of Borobudur in the Provinz Yogyakarta is well worth it. Excavation of the temple began only in 1814 and in 1983 it was declared a national monument by the president in office at that time.
97.	At Sea

98.	Singapore (Singapore) Arrival: 09:00	09:00
	Singapore is a city state at the lower end of the Malay Peninsula, only around 100 km North of the equator. Today the city is one of the most important ports and trading centres in South East Asia. Singapore has a population of over 3 million, including first and foremost Chinese, Malaysians and Indians. Europeans and other ethnic groups round off the city of many nationalities and four official languages. Visitors will notice the spotlessly clean and well-kept roads and squares; Singapore is also one of the safest cities in the world. Some interesting buildings dating from the colonial era have been placed under preservation order, including several former British administrative buildings and Raffles Hotel, whose guests included many authors. From the southern shore of the Singapore River visitors can take a boat trip around the river and Marina Bay. Sights include: the shopping street Orchard Road, Chinatown, Little India, Singapore River, the Botanic Gardens, the zoo and Fort Canning.
99.	Singapore (Singapore) Departure: 18:00		18:00
	Singapore is a city state at the lower end of the Malay Peninsula, only around 100 km North of the equator. Today the city is one of the most important ports and trading centres in South East Asia. Singapore has a population of over 3 million, including first and foremost Chinese, Malaysians and Indians. Europeans and other ethnic groups round off the city of many nationalities and four official languages. Visitors will notice the spotlessly clean and well-kept roads and squares; Singapore is also one of the safest cities in the world. Some interesting buildings dating from the colonial era have been placed under preservation order, including several former British administrative buildings and Raffles Hotel, whose guests included many authors. From the southern shore of the Singapore River visitors can take a boat trip around the river and Marina Bay. Sights include: the shopping street Orchard Road, Chinatown, Little India, Singapore River, the Botanic Gardens, the zoo and Fort Canning.
100.	At Sea

101.	Phuket (Thailand) Arrival: 07:00 Departure: 17:00	07:00	17:00
	Visitors to Thailand's largest island can look forward to paradise beaches, a varied landscape, a bustling provincial capital and a wide variety of recreational activities. It's no wonder that Phuket, with its 215,000 inhabitants, is South-East Asia's most popular holiday island. The island's beauty lies in its magical coastline. There are gently sloping white sandy beaches with still waters and precipitous headlands with thunderous crashing waves. The town centre of Phuket is a popular destination for shopping. Sights include: Thai Village, a Thai-Folklore village with a cultural performance featuring traditional Thai dancing, sword-fighting and Thai boxing, Thalang National Museum, the Wat Phra Thong temple with a partially-buried statue of Buddha.
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104.	Colombo (Sri Lanka) Arrival: 07:00 Departure: 16:00	07:00	16:00
	The capital of Sri Lanka (which used to be known as "Ceylon"), has developed into an important port for ships travelling in the Far East over the last few years. "Beira Lake" surrounds the town, which is connected to the port by means of a canal. The Clock Tower, from which you can enjoy a wonderful view of the town and the port is well worth seeing. The town also has many buildings built in the 18th and 19th century by the Dutch, such as St. Peter's Church or Pettah, once the Dutch residential area, which today is bursting with a colourful bazaars. To the South of Beira Lake is Victoria Park. Colombo town centre is home to Dehiwela Zoo with animals from all around the world and a daily elephant circus.
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112.	Aqaba (Jordan) Arrival: 07:00 Departure: 19:00	07:00	19:00
	Aqaba is the only city in Jordan located by the sea. It was once the most important port at the Red Sea and connected the region with the Middle and Far-East. For seafarers this ancient city has been the gateway to South Arabia, Egypt, India and China since time immemorial. Aqaba is famous for its pink-coloured gravestones and temples, hewn straight from the sandstone cliffs. Other sights include the 12th century fort and the region's unique underwater world.
113.	Suez Canal (Egypt) Arrival: 21:00	21:00

114.	Suez Canal (Egypt) Departure: 10:15		10:15

115.	Alexandria (Egypt) Arrival: 06:00 Departure: 20:30	06:00	20:30
	'The second-largest city in Egypt was founded in 332 B.C. by Alexander the Great. The city has two ports. The eastern port flourished during the Middle Ages. Sights include: the Pompeii Pillar, Cleopatra's Obelisk within the old city walls, Abul Abbas Mosque (a stylistic masterpiece of Islamic architecture), Ras el Tin Palace, Montaza Palace, the Sultan Kait Bey Fort at the port with an amazing view of Alexandria. Other attractions include the remains of Alexandria's Roman period: Kom el Dikka (the only Roman amphitheatre on African soil), and the burial grounds at Kom el Shukafa.
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118.	Civitavecchia / Rome (Italy) Arrival: 09:00 Departure: 19:00	09:00	19:00
	The Italian capital of Rome is also often called "the eternal city", as this buzzing metropolis still has many precious treasures from ancient times, which are known around the world. The most impressive sights include the "Thermae of Caracalla", the emperor's forum, the Colosseum, the Piazza Navona, the Fountain of Neptune and of course St. Peter's Basilica, with the dome designed by Michelangelo.
119.	Genoa (Italy) Arrival: 08:00 Departure: 17:00	08:00	17:00
	This northern Italian port lies at the Gulf of Genoa and is the capital of Liguria and the province of Genoa. It has a population of 660'000. Academic highlights in the city, which was built in the 10th century, are the university founded in 1783, the academy of arts and the college of music. Other sights include the magnificent churches built on the hillside in the shape of terraces, "San Lorenzo" and "Santi Abrògio e Andrea" and the palaces "Palazzo Durazzo", "Palazzo Ducale" and "Palazzo Bianco".
120.	Marseille (France) Arrival: 09:00	09:00
	Marseille is considered to be the largest and oldest port on the French Mediterranean coast and a glamorous metropolis. The city was founded in a picturesque bay in the 6th century B.C. by the Greek colonists. Initially it thrived from trading and quickly developed into an important port. Marseille is a welcoming cosmopolitan tourist town with a wide variety of shopping, entertainment and recreational facilities. Sights include: St. Victor's basilica, the old harbour, the poor house "la Ville Charité", the cathedral of la Major, the town hall, the historical museum, the Roman Docks Museum, the Archaeological Museum, Longchamp Museum, Grobet-Labadié Museum, Cantini Museum.

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Cruise from Marseille (France) / to Marseille (France)
Cold and hot water, coffee, decaffeinated tea and milk all day long in the buffet area
Dine & Drink beverage package (available during the opening hours of the (buffet) restaurants; not valid in specialty restaurants or bars)
Tips on board
All meals (in some speciality restaurants surcharges are possible)
15 shore excursions for free
Luggage transport at embarkation and disembarkation
Event LEGO® Experience On Board (once per cruise)
Free cruise rebooking ^1,2
- 1) Valid for cabins Fantastica, Aurea, Yacht Club
- 2) One-time rebooking up to 30 days before departure. New cruise within 90 days of original departure. Additional costs must be paid, price differences will not be refunded. For trips including flights, additional charges apply for rebooking the flights.
Gym with state-of-the-art TechnoGym® equipment
Kids club with international childcare in 5 dedicated clubs for children aged 0 to 17
30 % discount on laundry service

Not included

Personal expenses on board
Additional services, such as, e.g. hairdressers, massages, etc.
Travel insurance

Package: Cruise

This package does not include any additional services to the standard included services.

For this package the following General terms and conditions apply

Conditions of travel:

The indicated cruise prices are special rates that can be subject to special terms of payment and cancellation according to the Terms and Conditions of the organizer.

Subject to prior sale, changes and errors.

The advertised cruises, prices, itineraries, etc. are not binding and all information is subject to change by the tour operators.

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Deck plan - MSC Magnifica

Inside cabins

IM1 - Junior Inside Cabin Fantastica

This picture of a cabin is an example, changes reserved.

About 13 sqm
1 double bed or 2 single beds, partially 3rd and 4th bed
Bathroom with shower, WC
Wardrobe
Interactive TV
Telephone
Internet access (for a fee)
Safe
Minibar
Air-conditioning
Room breakfast service
Cabin service 24 hours (delivery)
Children's club events for free
Choice of the dining time (depending on availability)
Cabin number selectable

Outside cabins

OR1 - Deluxe Outside Cabin Fantastica

This picture of a cabin is an example, changes reserved.

About 16 sqm
Window
1 double bed or 2 single beds, partially 3rd and 4th bed
Bathroom with shower, WC
Wardrobe
Interactive TV
Telephone
Internet access (for a fee)
Safe
Minibar
Air-conditioning
Room breakfast service
Cabin service 24 hours (delivery)
Children's club events for free
Choice of the dining time (depending on availability)
Cabin number selectable

Bow

Stern

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Customer evaluations - MSC Magnifica

1,684 Evaluations

3.8 / 5

Details on the overall evaluation

4.0 / 5

3.6 / 5

3.4 / 5

3.7 / 5

Recommendation rate

76.6%

All evaluations

5 Stars

x 304

4 Stars

x 861

3 Stars

x 419

2 Stars

x 89

1 Stars

x 7

Evaluations

Travel dates	Evaluation	Cabin	Type of cruise
Travel dates: Oct 18, 2026	Evaluation: 3.3 / 5	Cabin: Inside	Away on a trip: Family	Read
Travel dates: Oct 17, 2026	Evaluation: 2.4 / 5	Cabin: Balcony	Away on a trip: Family	Read
Travel dates: Oct 5, 2026	Evaluation: 5.0 / 5	Cabin: Balcony	Away on a trip: Couple	Read
Travel dates: Oct 5, 2026	Evaluation: 4.4 / 5	Cabin: Outside	Away on a trip: Couple	Read
Travel dates: Oct 5, 2026	Evaluation: 4.3 / 5	Cabin: Balcony	Away on a trip: Couple	Read
Travel dates: Oct 5, 2026	Evaluation: 4.1 / 5	Cabin: Balcony	Away on a trip: Couple	Read
Travel dates: Oct 5, 2026	Evaluation: 4.1 / 5	Cabin: Inside	Away on a trip: Family	Read
Travel dates: Oct 5, 2026	Evaluation: 4.0 / 5	Cabin: Balcony	Away on a trip: Solo/Single	Read
Travel dates: Oct 5, 2026	Evaluation: 4.0 / 5	Cabin: Inside	Away on a trip: Couple	Read
Travel dates: Oct 5, 2026	Evaluation: 3.9 / 5	Cabin: Balcony	Away on a trip: Couple	Read

Round-the-world Cruise - from Marseille - 135040

120 days MSC Magnifica (MSC Cruises)

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