British Isles from Southampton, 29 September 2026 (4 nights)

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Ship MSC Virtuosa  -  MSC Cruises
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  • Overview of a Inside Inside from - £436 per person
  • Overview of a Outside Outside from - £516 per person
  • Overview of a Balcony Balcony from - £526 per person
  • Overview of a Suite Suite from - £906 per person
  • Overview of a Inside Inside from - £932 per person
  • Overview of a Outside Outside from - £1,012 per person
  • Overview of a Balcony Balcony from - £1,032 per person
  • Overview of a Inside Inside from - £1,158
  • Overview of a Outside Outside from - £1,278
  • Overview of a Balcony Balcony from - £1,278
  • Overview of a Suite Suite from - £1,792 per person
  • Overview of a Suite Suite from - £2,158

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Overview

  • Stylish and comfortable accommodation
  • A variety of complimentary dining experiences
  • Complimentary basic beverages, like filter coffee and tea
  • Incredible entertainment, like Broadway-style shows and live music
  • Access to state-of-the-art fitness facilities
  • Complimentary room service delivery
  • Access to onboard waterpark and swimming facilities
  • Complimentary kids and teens clubs
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Your itinerary

  • DAY 1
    Cruise departs from Southampton arrives at: 7 am, departs at: 4 pm
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  • DAY 2-3
    Cork (Cobh) - Overnight onboard arrives at: 2 pm, departs at: 6 pm
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  • DAY 4
    at sea
    At Sea
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  • DAY 5
    Southampton arrives at: 7 am
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British Isles from Southampton
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What's included

Included

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

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

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

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Your cabin is included in the price of the cruise.

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

Extras

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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.

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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
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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.

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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.

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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.

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Insurance

Have the peace of mind that you're covered. Contact us after you have made the booking if you would like us to add this to your package.

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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.

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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.

Ship Facilities

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MSC Virtuosa - By MSC Cruises
Good for couples Over 50s Informal Large Ship
Year: 29/11/2019 · 16 Decks · Max capacity: 6334 people
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Cruises on MSC Virtuosa

Cabins on MSC Virtuosa

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  • Outside from £516
  • Junior Ocean View Fantastica £516 pp
  • Junior Ocean View Fantastica with obstructed view £516 pp
  • Deluxe Ocean View Fantastica £526 pp
  • Suite from £906
  • Premium Aurea Suite £906 pp
  • Premium Suite Aurea with Terrace and Whirlpool £1,036 pp
  • Grand Aurea Suite with Terrace and Whirlpool Bath £1,176 pp
  • Yacht Club Deluxe Suite £1,616 pp
  • Yacht Club Duplex Suite with Whirlpool £1,916 pp
  • Yacht Club Royal Suite £2,916 pp
  • Balcony from £526
  • Balcony Bella £526 pp
  • Deluxe Balcony Fantastica with Partial View £526 pp
  • Deluxe Balcony Fantastica £556 pp
  • Deluxe Balcony Aurea £636 pp
  • Inside from £436
  • Interior Bella £436 pp
  • Deluxe Fantastica Interior £476 pp
Select cabin
  • Outside from £516
  • Junior Ocean View Fantastica £516 pp
  • Junior Ocean View Fantastica with obstructed view £516 pp
  • Deluxe Ocean View Fantastica £526 pp
  • Suite from £906
  • Premium Aurea Suite £906 pp
  • Premium Suite Aurea with Terrace and Whirlpool £1,036 pp
  • Grand Aurea Suite with Terrace and Whirlpool Bath £1,176 pp
  • Yacht Club Deluxe Suite £1,616 pp
  • Yacht Club Duplex Suite with Whirlpool £1,916 pp
  • Yacht Club Royal Suite £2,916 pp
  • Balcony from £526
  • Balcony Bella £526 pp
  • Deluxe Balcony Fantastica with Partial View £526 pp
  • Deluxe Balcony Fantastica £556 pp
  • Deluxe Balcony Aurea £636 pp
  • Inside from £436
  • Interior Bella £436 pp
  • Deluxe Fantastica Interior £476 pp
Select cabin
  • Outside from £516
  • Junior Ocean View Fantastica £516 pp
  • Junior Ocean View Fantastica with obstructed view £516 pp
  • Deluxe Ocean View Fantastica £526 pp
  • Suite from £906
  • Premium Aurea Suite £906 pp
  • Premium Suite Aurea with Terrace and Whirlpool £1,036 pp
  • Grand Aurea Suite with Terrace and Whirlpool Bath £1,176 pp
  • Yacht Club Deluxe Suite £1,616 pp
  • Yacht Club Duplex Suite with Whirlpool £1,916 pp
  • Yacht Club Royal Suite £2,916 pp
  • Balcony from £526
  • Balcony Bella £526 pp
  • Deluxe Balcony Fantastica with Partial View £526 pp
  • Deluxe Balcony Fantastica £556 pp
  • Deluxe Balcony Aurea £636 pp
  • Inside from £436
  • Interior Bella £436 pp
  • Deluxe Fantastica Interior £476 pp
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Interior Bella

from £436 per person

These cabins are budget-friendly but you can't pick your cabin number or your cabin location.

Cabin Size 12 - 22 Sqm

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Deluxe Fantastica Interior

from £476 per person

Cosy cabins nestled in the heart of the ship with all the Fantastica perks and amenities you need for a relaxing getaway.

Cabin Size 17 Sqm

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Junior Ocean View Fantastica

from £516 per person

Enjoy an abundance of natural light and stunning views anytime in these well-appointed cabins complete with Fantastica perks.

Cabin Size 12 Sqm

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Junior Ocean View Fantastica with obstructed view

from £516 per person

Cosy cabins with Fantastica perks and a window obstructed by a lifeboat or structure, typically available at a reduced rate.

Cabin Size 12 Sqm

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Balcony Bella

from £526 per person

These cabins are budget-friendly but you will be assigned your cabin number, which might have obstructed views.

Cabin Size 12 - 23 Sqm

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Deluxe Balcony Fantastica with Partial View

from £526 per person

Comfortable cabins with exclusive Fantastica benefits and some balcony views partially blocked by a lifeboat or structure.

Cabin Size 17 Sqm

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Deluxe Ocean View Fantastica

from £526 per person

Enjoy the full Fantastica experience in these popular cabins, with a window or porthole letting in lots of natural light.

Cabin Size 16 Sqm

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Deluxe Balcony Fantastica

from £556 per person

Deluxe balcony cabins with exclusive Fantastica perks, including free breakfast in your room and 24-hour room service.

Cabin Size 17 Sqm

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Deluxe Balcony Aurea

from £636 per person

Escape to luxury in your balcony cabin where comfort meets breathtaking views. Your private retreat at sea awaits!

Cabin Size 17 Sqm

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Premium Aurea Suite

from £906 per person

Comfortable suites with ample space inside and out and exciting Aurea perks, including priority boarding and Solarium access.

Cabin Size 25 Sqm

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Premium Suite Aurea with Terrace and Whirlpool

from £1,036 per person

These comfortable suites enjoy all the luxurious Aurea package benefits and the most private outdoor space available onboard.

Cabin Size 27 Sqm

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Grand Aurea Suite with Terrace and Whirlpool Bath

from £1,176 per person

A roomy suite with exciting Aurea perks and a jacuzzi on your balcony, perfect if you want to soak with stunning sea views.

Cabin Size 39 Sqm

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Yacht Club Deluxe Suite

from £1,616 per person

A spacious suite with a balcony to enjoy, this is the best value if you want access to exclusive Yacht Club benefits.

Cabin Size 29 Sqm

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Yacht Club Duplex Suite with Whirlpool

from £1,916 per person

Two-level suite with upper bedroom and lower living quarters, complete with whirlpool bath and Yacht Club perks

Cabin Size 59 Sqm

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Yacht Club Royal Suite

from £2,916 per person

Enjoy a separate living space with premium Yacht Club benefits, plus a huge balcony with a hot tub, in these spacious suites.

Cabin Size 58 Sqm

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

Iglu Cruise customer reviews for MSC Virtuosa

4.3
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Based on 1336 reviews
Cabin
5
Service
5
Excursions
3
Dining
4
Activities
4
Value for money
4
Entertainment
4
star no star no star no star no star

Staff were not interested and seemed as if they did not want to be there. Food was below average and buffet restaurant was like a cattle market. Had to wait 15 minutes for cutlery at times. MSC are only interested in how much money they can make from you. When I emailed them on my return the reply was cold and seemed generated. I have used Royal Carribean and Marella which were excellent. I would recommend that you SHOULD NOT use MSC

couple
couple
2-5 cruises
18 Jan 2026
star star star star star

The ship is amazing and all the crew go above and beyond to help you. MSC do everything to make sure your stay with them is perfect. The on board fertility are amazing and all the trips of the ship that are arranged by MSC are look after by MSC and are brilliant

couple
couple
2-5 cruises
25 Dec 2025
star no star no star no star no star

Bigger isn't always better. Very crowded ship, if you want a seat in one of the bars better get there at 3pm and stay all night. Embarkation was easy at southampton but disembarkation was a shambles. Pools were ok, very long way from the waterslides to find they're closed - a sign in the pool area would be useful. Food in the buffet was ok. Cabin was well designed, but could have done with a deep clean, we found two pills on the floor, not good when travelling with children. The theatre shows were actually pretty good, the theatre is lovely and the entertainment team were talented, but there were lots of passengers who missed out since you have to book the minute you get on board. Substandard communication from bridge crew to the passengers, we sailed through rough seas without a word, two out of three ports were cancelled, and three days sailing around in circles in the english channel, the captain made a general announcement and didn't even know what day it was. You get more information from the captain on a short haul flight.

family
family
2-5 cruises
22 Nov 2025
star star star star star

Very disappointing cruise, despite the weather causing us to miss Spain, the actual ship had so many issues. So many complaints.

family
family
2-5 cruises
5 Nov 2025
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Further information

Onboard

MSC offer two seated dining options, which they call Classic Dining. There is an early sitting at around 7pm and a late sitting at around 9pm. These sittings can varyby ship. MSC also offer a more flexible dining option called 'My Time' dining. This allows you to chose the time that you dine in the main restaurant. Aurea guests have an anytime dining option.

MSC offers a wide range of dietary options, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and low-sodium choices. Guests can notify the cruise line in advance, and the onboard dining team strives to cater to individual dietary requirements.

MSC guests are limited to two suitcases and two pieces of hand luggage when checking in for their cruise. However, we highly recommend that you read your cruise ticket in full before travelling as these limits may change.

Apart from their fantastic formal and themed evenings, MSC guests are invited to wear casual resort attire whilst on board. Casual resort attire would incude a shirt with chinos, or summer dresses and a jacket. Whislt formal wear would be a suit or smart evening trousers with a jacket and tie, and cocktail dresses.

Iglu Cruise has a team in place to provide necessary assistance to make your holiday run smoothly. If anyone in your party requires medical or mobility assistance, notify your Cruise Specialist at the time of booking or as soon as possible if circumstances change after booking. The Special Assistance Team will email a form 6-8 weeks before departure, which must be completed and returned.

Travel requirements

All passengers (including all children), should hold their own full 10-year (5 years for children) British Citizen (GBR) passport. The passport should be valid for at least 6 months past your expected return date to the UK, as this is often a criteria for entry to certain countries.

MSC Cruises recommends that every Passenger should have an adequate insurance policy which covers them sufficiently for cancellation, medical assistance and expenses, loss and/or damage of the luggage.

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Terms and Conditions

January Sale £1 Deposit Offer applies to selected cruises from 1st Sept 2026 onwards and will run from Friday 30th January until Monday 12 Feb. The remainder of the cruise line deposit will be taken 10 weeks after initial purchase. £1 deposit offer is limited to one cruise booking per household. Past Passengers offer - Exclusive Cruise Discounts for MSC Voyagers Club Members: Book more tha 12 months before departure for an extra 5% + 5% Discount + Double points Book more than 6 months before departure for an extra 5% + 5% Discount And that's not all, if you're a Sliver, Gold or Diamond member you will also recieve £50 pp on board credit when you book more than 9 months in advance.

All offers and prices are subject to change and availability at time of enquiry. Prices are based on two passengers sharing unless otherwise stated and are subject to the Tour Operator's terms and conditions. Cabin and Flight supplements may apply. Other supplements may apply in addition to the price shown above. Flight details, timings and routing may be subject to alteration. Other tour operator charges may also apply. Any Onboard Spending money or drinks package value shown will be per cabin, again based on two sharing.