Idyllic Indian Ocean from Durban with Stay, 17 December 2026 (10 nights)

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MSC Armonia - MSC Cruises

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Portuguese Island

Inhaca Snorkelling

Itinerary Map

Kayaking

Wake Tubing

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17 December 2026 · 10 nights
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2 Adults Change
- 2 Adults
- 1 Adult

Inside from - £2,499 per person 1 IM2
Outside from - £2,599 per person 2 OB
Balcony from - £2,879 per person 3 BM1
Suite from - £2,899 per person 4 SR1
Inside from - £3,299 per person 1 IB
Outside from - £3,599 per person 2 OB
Balcony from - £4,049 per person 3 BB
Suite from - £4,149 per person 4 SR1

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Your itinerary

DAY 1-2 Flying to Durban International from London Stansted
- Departs 17 Dec 2026 20:15 (local time) London Stansted Airport - Emirates
- 1 stop
- Arrives at 18 Dec 2026 17:10 (local time) Durban International Airport - Emirates
Transfers from Airport to Hotel Included
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DAY 2-5 Durban Hotel Stay - 3 Nights

Stay in style at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

4 star hotel

Set only 200 metres away from the beach and the promenade, the elegant hotel Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani enjoys a great location on Durban's Golden Mile, overlooking the Indian Ocean. The Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre, Suncoast Casino, Durban Mini Park and the Amphiteatre Flea Market are within a short stroll, while attractions such as Durban City Hall or Moses Mabhida Stadium are within easy reach. King Shaka International Airport is about 31 km away. The excellent hotel offers stylish rooms, all boasting marvellous ocean views. They are well-appointed and feature all the necessary amenities including complimentary WIFI. Business guests will appreciate the two business centres and the fantastic conference facilities. Guests can take a refreshing dip in one of the three pools, and for added convenience, the hotel offers a complimentary shuttle service to the casino. An ideal place both for business and leisure travellers.

Transfers from Hotel to Port Included
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Day 5-10 Cruise from Durban and back
- Day 5 Cruise departs from Durban Departs at: 4 pm
  
  uShaka
  
  River Bird Park
  
  Botanic Gardens
  
  With golden beaches, lively markets, and a mix of African, Indian, and colonial heritage, Durban is a city full of flavour and energy.
  
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- Day 6 At Sea
  
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- Day 7 Pomene Arrives at: 7 am, Departs at: 4 pm
  
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- Day 8 Portuguese Island Arrives at: 9 am, Departs at: 6 pm
  
  Inhaca Snorkelling
  
  Kayaking
  
  Wake Tubing
  
  Surrounded by the Indian Ocean on Mozambique, the Portuguese Island is visited by MSC cruises. A tranquil resort, not only does it feature a picturesque beach, but offers the opportunity to enjoy a variety of watersports, from snorkelling to kayaking and wake tubing. Spanning 6 kilometres, you’ll be spoilt for choice on what you do on the island.
  
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- Day 9 At Sea
  
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- Day 10 Durban Arrives at: 6 am
  Transfers from Port to Airport Included
  
  uShaka
  
  River Bird Park
  
  Botanic Gardens
  
  With golden beaches, lively markets, and a mix of African, Indian, and colonial heritage, Durban is a city full of flavour and energy.
  
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DAY 10-11 Flying to London Stansted from Durban International
- Departs 26 Dec 2026 19:10 (local time) Durban International Airport - Emirates
- 1 stop
- Arrives at 27 Dec 2026 12:05 (local time) London Stansted Airport - Emirates
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What's included

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Flights

Choose to fly from a variety of airports included within the price.

Hotel

A hotel stay is include in this cruise. See the itinerary for details of the hotel. Transfers to and from the hotel are included.

Tips

Tips are included on all MSC cruises. You don't need to worry about tipping unless you want to.

Entertainment

Choose from a variety of things to entertain yourself including restaurants, bars, theatre, pools and much more.

Meals

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks from the buffet and main dining restaurants are all included. Meals from the specialty dining restaurants are additional.

Accommodation

Your cabin is included in the price of the cruise.

Port Fees & Taxes

No surprises. All port fees and taxes are included in the price.

Extras

Wi-Fi

To browse the internet on-board you can either pay-as-you-go or buy a Wi-Fi package for the duration of your trip.

Drinks

Some teas, coffees and soft drinks will be included but alcoholic drinks are extra. You can buy drinks individually at the bar or buy a drinks package. See below for the drinks packages available. Please note, service charges may apply for drinks bought individually.

Premium Extra drinks package
Easy Package
The Alcohol Free Package
Minors Package

Speciality Dining

Specialty restaurants allow travellers to enhance their dining experience during the cruise. This is a great way to add variety to your holiday or celebrate a special occasion. You can pay for meals in the special dining restaurants onboard.

Excursions

If you would like to do any excursions/tours while docked these will be an additional charge. Excursions/tours can’t currently be booked with us online but please contact us after you have made the booking if you would like to add these to your package. Alternatively these can be bought while on the ship but may be more expensive than pre-booking.

Parking

Car parking at the port or airport for the duration of your trip is not included within the price of the cruise. Port/airport parking can’t currently be booked with us online but please contact us after you have made the booking if you would like to add this to your package. An approximate cost for parking is between £12 - £20 per car per day. Alternatively we can arrange transfers from your home to the departure airport/port.

Insurance

Insurance is not included in your package. We've partnered with Holiday Extras. They have 40 years of experience and offer excellent insurance cover for your holiday. Their flexible policies offer cruise-specific cover, so you can rest assured that you are completely covered when you go away.
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Transfers (home to port)

Transfers from your home to the port or airport aren't included but we can help organise coach transfers, taxis etc to make your life easier. Please contact us after you have made the booking if you would like to add these to your package.

Visa

Visas are not provided by us or the cruise operator. Visas and other travel documents have to be obtained by the individual passengers prior to sailing.
We've partnered with The Travel Visa Company for all your visa needs. They will be able to provide tailored advice and for a fee, assist with arranging your documents.

Ship Facilities

MSC Armonia - By MSC Cruises

Family friendly Good for couples Over 50s Informal

Year: 01/01/2001 · Refurbished: 01/01/2014 · 9 Decks · Max capacity: 2679 people

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Cruises on MSC Armonia

Cabins on MSC Armonia

Outside from £2,599
Ocean View Bella £2,599 pp
Junior Ocean View Fantastica with obstructed view £2,649 pp
Junior Ocean View Fantastica £2,679 pp
Suite from £2,899
Deluxe Suite Aurea £2,899 pp
Balcony from £2,879
Balcony Bella £2,879 pp
Junior Balcony Fantastica £2,879 pp
Inside from £2,499
Interior Bella £2,499 pp
Junior Interior Fantastica £2,499 pp

Outside from £2,599
Ocean View Bella £2,599 pp
Junior Ocean View Fantastica with obstructed view £2,649 pp
Junior Ocean View Fantastica £2,679 pp
Suite from £2,899
Deluxe Suite Aurea £2,899 pp
Balcony from £2,879
Balcony Bella £2,879 pp
Junior Balcony Fantastica £2,879 pp
Inside from £2,499
Interior Bella £2,499 pp
Junior Interior Fantastica £2,499 pp

Outside from £2,599
Ocean View Bella £2,599 pp
Junior Ocean View Fantastica with obstructed view £2,649 pp
Junior Ocean View Fantastica £2,679 pp
Suite from £2,899
Deluxe Suite Aurea £2,899 pp
Balcony from £2,879
Balcony Bella £2,879 pp
Junior Balcony Fantastica £2,879 pp
Inside from £2,499
Interior Bella £2,499 pp
Junior Interior Fantastica £2,499 pp

To book an accessible cabin, please give us a call 020 3991 1166

Iglu Cruise customer reviews for MSC Armonia

3.7

Based on 53 reviews

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Dining room food terrible and service poor buffet food good. Bar staff not friendly,

family

10+ cruises

30 Sep 2025

Have been on the Armonia several times and it's a nice ship with fabulous staff.

family

10+ cruises

30 Nov 2023

Dining & rooms were good.

family

6-10 cruises

23 Oct 2023

The staff and crew were fantastic, friendly and very helpful.

couple

1 cruise

15 Nov 2022

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Idyllic Indian Ocean from Durban with Stay, 17 December 2026 (10 nights)

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Stay in style at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

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Cabins on MSC Armonia

Interior Bella

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Junior Interior Fantastica

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Ocean View Bella

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Junior Ocean View Fantastica with obstructed view

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Junior Ocean View Fantastica

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Balcony Bella

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Junior Balcony Fantastica

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Deluxe Suite Aurea

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