MSC Orchestra
MSC Orchestra

Combining spacious, elegant interiors with fine dining, varied entertainment programme and high-quality, resort-style amenities, MSC Orchestra promises you a dream cruise. With a choice of countless different ways to relax and enjoy yourself each day, life aboard can be just what you want it to be.

Fine Dining, Entertainment Options, Health & Fitness, Kids Clubs, Excursions

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What to expect from MSC Orchestra

Overview

Combining spacious, elegant interiors with fine dining, varied entertainment programme and high-quality, resort-style amenities, MSC Orchestra promises you a dream cruise. With a choice of countless different ways to relax and enjoy yourself each day, life aboard can be just what you want it to be.

Accommodation

Embrace the charm of life at sea aboard the MSC Orchestra

Enjoy spacious designer décor with premium amenities including Dorelan beds, a bathroom with a bathtub and/or shower, and all superior comforts.

Premium Suite Aurea

Make your cruise memorable enjoying an elegant suite with more living space, a large private balcony, and exclusive benefits.

  • Surface: 26 sqm + 4 sqm balcony
  • Deck: 15

    Features
  • Sitting area with sofa
  • Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
  • Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar

Benefits

  • Access to thermal area (for adults only, upon reservation)
  • Welcome package (Prosecco + chocolate)
  • Dine any time you choose
  • Free access to the Top Exclusive Solarium
  • Discounted packages offer
  • 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board
  • Priority boarding & luggage drop off
Aurea Suites Exclusive Privileges
  • Priority tender and disembarkation
  • In-suite espresso machine amenities
  • Premium Relaxation amenities in each suite (including bathrobe, slippers, and bespoke MED Bath amenities)
  • Complimentary Ironing (2 items per suite)
  • Premium Minibar (first minibar items for free)

Deluxe Balcony Aurea

Relax and enjoy the sun and the sea breeze from the comfort of your private balcony.

  • Surface: 18 sqm + 5 sqm balcony
  • Deck: 9-11
Features
  • Sitting area with sofa
  • Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
  • Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar

Benefits

  • Access to thermal area (for adults only, upon reservation)
  • Welcome package (Prosecco + chocolate)
  • Dine any time you choose
  • Free access to the Top Exclusive Solarium
  • Discounted packages offer
  • 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board
  • Priority boarding & luggage drop off
Aurea Suites Exclusive Privileges
  • Priority tender and disembarkation
  • In-suite espresso machine amenities
  • Premium Relaxation amenities in each suite (including bathrobe, slippers, and bespoke MED Bath amenities)
  • Complimentary Ironing (2 items per suite)
  • Premium Minibar (first minibar items for free)

Premium Balcony

Relax and enjoy the sun and the sea breeze from the comfort of your private balcony.

  • Surface: 18 sqm + 5 sqm balcony
  • Deck: 10-15

    Features
  • Sitting area with sofa
  • Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
  • Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar

Deluxe Balcony

Relax and enjoy the sun and the sea breeze from the comfort of your private balcony.

  • Surface: 15 sqm + approx 5 sqm balcony
  • Deck: 10-15

Features

  • Sitting area with sofa
  • Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
  • Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar 

Deluxe Balcony with Partial View

Relax and enjoy the sun and the sea breeze from the comfort of your private balcony.

  • Surface: 15 sqm + approx 5 sqm balcony
  • Deck: 12

Features

  • Sitting area with sofa
  • Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
  • Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar 

Guarantee Balcony

Relax and enjoy the sun and the sea breeze from the comfort of your private balcony.

  • Surface: 15 sqm + approx 5 sqm balcony
  • Deck: 12

Features

  • Sitting area with sofa
  • Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
  • Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar 

Deluxe Ocean View

Enjoy the view of the Ocean from your comfortable and elegant cabin.

  • Surface: 16 sqm
  • Deck: 8

Features

  • Window with sea view
  • Relaxing armchair
  • Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
  • Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar 

Deluxe Ocean View with Obstructed View

Enjoy the view of the Ocean from your comfortable and elegant cabin.

  • Surface: 16 sqm
  • Deck: 8

Features

  • Window with sea view
  • Relaxing armchair
  • Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
  • Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar 

Guarantee Outside

Enjoy the view of the Ocean from your comfortable and elegant cabin.

  • Surface: 16 sqm
  • Deck: 8

Features

  • Window with sea view
  • Relaxing armchair
  • Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
  • Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar 

Deluxe Interior

The comfort and elegance you need to enjoy your cruise.

  • Surface: 14 sqm
  • Deck: 12-15

Features

  • Relaxing armchair
  • Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
  • Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar

Guarantee Inside

The comfort and elegance you need to enjoy your cruise.

  • Surface: 14 sqm
  • Deck: 12-15

Features

  • Relaxing armchair
  • Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
  • Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar

Decks

Deck 16 - Sport

  • Top 16 Exclusive Solarium
  • Sports Centre

Deck 15 - Xilofono

  • Mini Golf
  • Shuffleboard
  • Premium Suite Aurea
  • Premium Balcony (1x Accessible)
  • Deluxe Interior
  • Lift

Deck 14 - Chitarra

  • R32 Disco
  • Junior Club
  • Teen Club
  • Virtual Games
  • Shuffleboard
  • Children Indoor Playroom
  • Children Outdoor Pool & Games
  • Power Walking Track
  • Lift
  • Premium Balcony
  • Deluxe Interior (2x Accessible)

Deck 13 - Mandolino

  • Lift
  • La Piazzetta Buffet
  • Acapulco Pool Area
  • Whirlpool Bath
  • El Sombrero Pool Bar
  • Cala Blanca Pool Area
  • Barracuda Bar
  • MSC Aurea Spa

Deck 12 - Clarinetto

  • Lift
  • Deluxe Balcony
  • Premium Balcony
  • Deluxe Interior (2x Accessible)
  • Deluxe Balcony with Partial View

Deck 11 - Flauto

  • Lift
  • Deluxe Balcony Aurea
  • Premium Balcony
  • Deluxe Balcony
  • Deluxe Interior (2x Accessible)

Deck 10 - Lira

  • Lift
  • Deluxe Balcony Aurea
  • Premium Balcony
  • Deluxe Balcony
  • Deluxe Interior (2x Accessible)

Deck 9 - Viola

  • Lift
  • Deluxe Balcony Aurea
  • Premium Balcony (2x Accessible)
  • Deluxe Balcony
  • Deluxe Interior

Deck 8 - Arpa

  • Lift
  • Deluxe Ocean View (2x Accessible)
  • Premium Balcony
  • Deluxe Interior
  • Junior Ocean View with Obstructed View

Deck 7 - Saxofono

  • Convent Garden Theatre
  • Palm Beach Casino
  • Card Room
  • Art Arcade
  • Library
  • Shanghai
  • La Cubana Cigar Room
  • Internet Cafe
  • La Cantinellla Wine Bar
  • Photo Gallery
  • Photo Shop
  • The Shaker Lounge
  • Lift

Deck 6 - Violino

  • Convent Garden Theatre
  • The Savannah Bar
  • Orchestra Sala Riunioni
  • MSC Logo Shop
  • The Amber Bar
  • Accessories Shop
  • The Mini Mall
  • Cipria Cosmetic Shop
  • Madison Avenue Boutique
  • MSC Travel Agency
  • Lo Zaffira Jewellery
  • The Purple Bar
  • Zaffiro Bar
  • L'lbiscus Ristorante
  • Lift

Deck 5 - Pianoforte

  • Villa Borghese Ristorante
  • L'Inconto Bar
  • Reception - Guest Services
  • Medical Center
  • Deluxe Ocean View
  • Deluxe Interior
  • Lift

Deck 4 - Violoncello

  • Tender Access
  • Lift

Kids and Teens

MSC family cruises are designed for parents and children to enjoy fun times together and quality time separately. That's why we’re proud to have built a renowned reputation as a company that knows how to create the best cruises for kids.

Today we continue to deliver on that reputation by paying extra attention to the needs of children, tweens, teens and their parents: so book your cruise and immerse in a World of Discovery!

Gratuities

SERVICE CHARGES / GRATUITIES
Service Charge / Gratuities are included in the cruise fare.

Tips
MSC Cruises does not recommend tipping individual members of staff.

Entertainment

A World Of Onboard Fun Awaits

Every moment you spend aboard MSC Orchestra is rich with possibility. The daytime hours offer a varied programme of activities, from arts & craft classes and dance lessons to sports tournaments. When evening comes, all kinds of fun awaits you in the ship’s theatre, its casino, its disco and bars.

Covent Garden Theatre

State of the art theatre, and the main show lounge onboard, with seating for 1,240 people, it is home to MSC Orchestra’s shows ranging from singers and jugglers to shadow puppeteers and acrobatic gymnastics. It is split over two levels of seating on Deck 6 & 7.

R32 Disco

With a live DJ and open from 11.00pm until late, the ship's disco located on deck 14 and served by its own bar. It has seating for 172 guests.

Palm Beach Casino

The ship's 630 square meter casino, situated on deck 7 accommodating 222 guests. It is served by its own bar and features games from roulette and blackjack to poker and slot machines. The Casino is open to over 18’s only.

L'Incontro Piano Bar

The 142 seat Piano Bar on deck 5 is the ship's reception bar, featuring live piano music and accompanying orchestra. 

La Cantinella Lounge & Wine Bar

The Lounge and Wine Tasting Bar with tapas and live music and can be found on deck 7 of the ship with seating for 135 guests.

Each day special wine tastings are accompanied by different bites of food, such as fried polenta with cream cheese, bruschetta and other specialties as guests are guided through the wine selection by experienced sommeliers.

Coffee Bar

The Coffee Bar is an additional charge bar, situated on deck 6 seating 220 guests and with complimentary snacks ranging from pastries to cookies and potato chips served with all drinks purchased.

Coffee packages are available and drinks on offer range from chilled liquor based coffees such as Espresso Martini, American Style Coffee, Cappuccino and Hot Chocolate.

Entertainment on offer here ranges from live music to trivia quizzes, art and craft demonstrations and cookery demonstration

The Purple Bar & Zaffiro Bar

The Ships cocktail bars are the ideal location for guests to enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail with live musical entertainment.

They are located on deck 6 with seating for up to 45 guests in each bar.

La Cubana Cigar Lounge

The ship's smoking room and whiskey bar is situated on deck 7 and seats 32 guests.

The Cigar Lounge offers elegant surroundings with leather settees and armchairs for guests to relax on and enjoy a cigar accompanied by a drink selected from the range of fine spirits on offer.

Library

The ship's small library and reading room are located on deck 7, with seats for 15 guests. It has a small selection of books in a variety of languages for guests to borrow. It also contains a number of board games for guests' use.

Art Arcade

The Art Arcade can be found on deck 7 of the ship. Guests can view a range of artwork from fine prints, lithographs, water colours and oils which can be purchased during the ship's champagne art auctions.

Internet Café

Internet Cafe is located on deck 7.

Card Room

The ship's card room is located on deck 7 and seats 28 guests.

Shops & Boutiques

There are a variety of shops and boutique onboard. From the MSC Logo shop that sells MSC clothes, souvenirs and toys, Le Parfum selling a range of cosmetics and perfumes including Dior and Marc Jacobs.

La Boutique

On deck 6 sells men's, women's and children's fashion with brands including Polo, Ralph Lauren, Lacoste and Armani, with sunglasses, watches and fashion jewellery.

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.

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.

Accessories Shop

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!

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!

Savannah Bar

The Savannah Bar is the ship's second show lounge served by its own bar and dance floor.

It is situated on deck 6 with seating for 477 guests.

Entertainment and activities range from bingo, seminars, Italian lessons and salsa dance classes to audience participation game shows, karaoke and international dance music.

Shaker Lounge

The Shaker Lounge is located on deck 7 of the Orchestra and has its own bar and dance floor along with seating for 330 guests.

It is a large cabaret style lounge with live shows and bands for guests' entertainment.

Swimming Pools

If a bit of poolside therapy sounds like your idea of heaven, look no further than one of our numerous swimming pools to get your fill of sun and relaxation, while our pool attendants can cater to your every need.

Photo Portrait

A dedicated Studio Photographer will provide you with a unique photo opportunity to capture the special moments of your cruise. During a private consultation you will be presented with the best locations around the ship so you can choose where your photoshoot will take place. Every photo will be taken with top of the line equipment by our highly-skilled, studio photographer using creative lighting techniques. Pictures will be re-touched and edited, and printed on premium photo paper. After your session choose from our different packages and take home lasting memories.

Photo Shop

Smile! Our professional team of photographers constantly roam the ship, capturing wonderful memories every day. Be sure to stroll through the Photo Gallery daily, so you don’t miss one of their great shots of you and your loved ones enjoying your cruise.

Arcade

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.

Photo Gallery

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.

Reception - Guest Services

The Reception - Guest Services can be located on deck 5.

MSC Events

MSC Factor

Think you’ve got what it takes to be a star in our on-board talent competition, The MSC Factor? Then come and showcase what you can do in the most exciting talent show at sea. Whatever your specific talent may be, don’t be shy – come and show the world what it’s been missing.

Beer Festival

Fun-packed festive celebrations with a Bavarian flair - decorations, costumes, games, music and of course beer. There’s even a Master of Beer competition and a 6-metre-tall inflatable beer mug.

Sailaway Party

A start-of-the-cruise event celebrating the ship's departure, led by the Entertainment Team and Dancers in a spectacular Costume Parade.

Masterchef

The world's best-loved food show awaits you on the MSC Cruises fleet! Experience the adrenaline-fuelled creativity of an extraordinary on-board cooking competition for adults and junior guests.

Theme Parties

We organise various daytime and evening Theme Parties on board. You may wish to bring bright fun clothes for the Sunshine Party and something white for the White Party.

Enrichment

Can a day trip last a lifetime? With our incredible range of shore excursions, they can. Whether you prefer adventure, nature, culture, or history, you can create lifelong memories for yourself and the whole family. Discover the rich backgrounds of your destinations with a Culture & History excursion, experience breathtaking views on a Scenic Route, get an adrenaline hit with an Active & Adventure tour, relax in the beauty of Natural Wonders, kick back in a Sea & Sun’s Relax, enjoy a Something Special experience.

We’ve also created the Excursions Explorer Package, MSC Bike Adventours, and MSC PROTECTOURS –a series of environmentally conscious excursions – all of which are attentively selected (available on specific MSC Cruises itineraries).

Don’t miss the opportunity to unveil hidden gems with exclusive MSC Yacht Club Excursions. As an esteemed MSC Yacht Club guest, you'll have the opportunity to explore hidden wonders through our curated excursions. These unforgettable experiences, guided by local experts, transcend the bounds of ordinary travel, offering a unique and authentic window into each destination.

MSC Bike Adventours

Get ready to cycle into adventure

One of the best ways to explore a city is from the seat of a bicycle. MSC Bike Adventours are about delivering memorable cycling experiences with regular or electric bikes through carefully crafted itineraries discovering destinations' highlights guided by our passionate Bike Leaders.

Join the adventure exploring vibrant cities and stunning landscapes, gliding along on a dynamic and a low-environment impact ride in the sun-kissed Mediterranean, the captivating Northern Europe, and the dazzling Emirates, with even more exhilarating destinations on the horizon!

You don't have to go fast, you just have to go

MSC Bike Adventours are catered to all levels, featuring both leisurely rides and energetic adventures delivered in small groups to ensure a smooth ride. Reserve today the Bike Adventours to secure the ride into your next adventures.

Responsible Shore Excursions: MSC Protectours

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!

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.

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.

Easy & Accessible Excursions

Explore each destination at your own pace

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. 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. Special needs 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.

Accessible Vehicles & Facilities

Vehicles equipped with a wheelchair accessible solution. We visit accessible bathrooms equipped with wide doors.

Small Groups with Expert Guides

Local guides are knowledgeable experts of their area, as well as experts in accessibility needs excursions.

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

MSC Travel Agency

The MSC Travel Agency can be located on deck 6.

Behind The Scenes

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 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 captain 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!

BOOK THE TOUR ON BOARD AT THE EXCURSIONS' OFFICE

  • The tour availability is limited, so don’t miss out and reserve your spot!
  • The tour takes place during various moments of the cruise to guarantee the safest and most suitable conditions to the participants.
  • The tour lasts approximately 2 hours to 3 hours and a half.
  • Prices starting from 30€, final price is confirmed on board depending on which tour is booked.
  • To participate guests must be at least 6 years old and must be accompanied by a paying adult.
  • Guests participating must be physically fit as the tour involves multiple flights of stairs as well as extended periods of walking and standing.
  • The meeting point and time will be confirmed on the Ship.

Important Note: it is strictly forbidden to take along mobile phones and cameras and participants must wear only closed shoes.

Family Excursions

Discover each destination with your children at a rhythm that suits families, thanks to our Family Fun excursions. Guided by talented, qualified local guides in constant contact with the ship, they are your passport to new cultures, historic monuments, natural beauty and more.

What’s more, kids get a special price on shore excursions!

  • Babies and Infants aged 2 and younger will be carried free of charge
  • Children between the ages of 3 to 13 years have a discount up to 30% vs adult price
  • Book now and save up to 20% vs onboard prices!

Shore Excursion Explorer Package

Make The Magic Last A Little Longer

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. To get more for less from your time ashore, why not take advantage of our Excursions Explorer Package? The package comprises three of the best excursions* available on each cruise at one very attractive price. Please note that this is a limited availability offer and is valid only on selected departures**.

*Excursions Explorer Package cannot be modified or refunded. In the event of one or more excursions being cancelled by MSC Cruises, the offer is not applicable to other excursions different from those included in the package.

**The Excursions Explorer Package is available on selected departures for the following destinations: Mediterranean, Northern Europe, MSC Grand Voyages, Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Qatar, Caribbean & Antilles, South America.

MSC Family Explorer Club

SHORE EXCURSIONS FOR FAMILIES

Discover our kids friendly tours designed especially for families

MSC Family Explorer Club

Explore the destination together on a fun filled family adventure, inspired by history and designed to cover all the highlights.

  • Family friendly programming - Tours typically start later in the morning, are shorter in duration and are accompanied by expert guides and story tellers
  • Tours that the whole family can enjoy - Each experience is developed to keep both children entertained while also providing an enriching and educational experience for adults
  • Family-Friendly Prices 50% off - Children tickets are always half-price
  • Peace of Mind - When you choose an MSC Family Explorer Club you can relax in the knowledge that all our tours are operated by carefully selected partners who can easily make contact with your ship throughout the day.

FAMILY EXPLORER CLUB HIGHLIGHTS

An expert guide and a talented storytellers will lead each tour and be available for any assistance needed.

The leaders on these tours are not just tour guides, they are skilled in captivating the attention of both children and adults through storytelling in a way that describes the attraction and history of the location in an engaging manner - they are entertainers.

During this interactive experience children of all ages will feel like an explorer.

Acting as detectives and explorers, children play a key-role in accomplishing a unique mission on each tour inspired by the history of the location.

Children and parents are given the opportunity to unleash their imaginations and enjoy solving games and riddles together. Every tour will feature an iconic historical character, symbolic of the city.

We know that this is your vacation too, and sometimes you just want to get away and have some adult time.

For parents wishing to take a tour by themselves, we offer a complimentary childcare service for children aged 3 to 11.

While you are out in port your children can remain onboard in a fun and supervised environment with their new friends and Mini Club Staff.

For more information, contact the Mini Club onboard.

Dining

Enjoy Our Finest Cruise Dining

MSC Orchestra will take you on an exciting culinary journey, ranging from the Shanghai Chinese Restaurant with its authentic Dim Sum specialties to the Four Seasons gourmet Italian dining experience and La Piazzetta, for the finest pizza outside Naples. 

Villa Borghese Restaurant

Located on Deck 6, serving a wide variety of dishes, prepared by hand with the freshest ingredients, there's a great variety of choice to be had in the restaurants. One of two main dining rooms onboard, guests will find everything from freshly baked bread, to Italian and Mediterranean styled food here.

L'Ibiscus Restaurant

Located on deck 5, serving a wide variety of dishes, prepared by hand with the freshest ingredients, there's a great variety of choice to be had in the restaurants . One of two main dining rooms onboard, guests will find everything from freshly baked bread, to Italian and Mediterranean styled food here.

4 Seasons Buffet Restaurant

4 Seasons is Orchestra’s à la carte restaurant situated on deck 13 offering panoramic sea views with seating for 250 guests.

Open for dinner only and with reservations recommended, the Italian inspired menu provides guests with a wide range of pasta, seafood and steak dishes.

Shanghai

Our Asian restaurant offers authentic Japanese, Chinese and Thai dishes in an informal atmosphere. A tempting range of oriental cuisine including nigiri, sashimi, maki, temaki, dim sum, dumplings, rolls, wonton, noodles, shrimps and chicken satay, Pad Thai and much more.

Self Service Café

Situated on deck 6 is the ship's buffet cafeteria and is open from 7.00am in the morning until 10.00am for buffet breakfast. Food on offer at breakfast includes a selection of pastries, muffins, breads, scrambled and hard boiled eggs, sausages, baked beans, bacon, cold meats and cheeses, fresh fruit, cereal and yogurts. Drinks available include fruit juice (available at breakfast time only) along with a 24 hour tea, coffee and water station.

The lunch time buffet begins at 11.30am, and remains open until 4.30pm. Stations include a salad bar, pasta dishes, grill serving hotdogs and burgers, fries and a variety of hot dishes including fish and meat dishes. Fresh fruit and desserts including ice cream are also available. At 4.15pm a self service afternoon tea is available comprising of sandwiches, cakes and pastries.

From 7.00pm, similar items are available to those on offer at lunch time.

Late night snacks are also served in a variety of locations throughout the ship.

Ice Cream Bar

Situated on deck 13, The gelato comes in a wide variety of around 16 different flavours from vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, pineapple and coffee to pistachio, kiwi and lemon. 

Health and Fitness

An MSC Cruise is not just a chance to travel and explore – it’s also a chance to relax, feel healthy, and look your best. Unwind with a soothing sauna, relax with a traditional Balinese massage, or treat yourself to a high-tech beauty treatment during your cruise in our MSC Aurea Spa.

Book one of our Spa & Beauty Packages now to take advantage of our pre-boarding rates.

Spa & Relaxation

If relaxation is your goal, there’s ample deck space on MSC Orchestra to unwind in the sun. And why not pay a visit to the lavish onboard spa? It offers a choice of Turkish baths, saunas and a myriad of magical massages to soothe and pamper you.

If you prefer to stay active even when you’re on holiday, you’ll enjoy the sports centre, the panoramic gym, the 5 stunning pools or perhaps the jogging track that lets you keep in shape at your own pace, out in the fresh sea breeze.

SPA & BEAUTY

Feeling healthy and looking your best is a part of the MSC Cruises experience. Try something new, like high-tech beauty treatments, a soothing sauna or enjoy a Balinese massage. Book now one of our spa packages and take advantage of our pre-boarding rates.

PLEASE NOTE:

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

Access to the MSC Aurea Spa is only permitted for guests over the age of 18. Click here to discover the details.

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

SPORT & FITNESS

A voyage with MSC Cruises brings you the leisure time and the facilities to maintain and build your fitness thanks to a wide choice of Sports Facilities and a state-of-the art Sports Centre with fabulous sea views. You can admire the panorama, burn off calories and keep in shape. Whether you prefer to train alone, love a workout in company or live to compete, you’ll find just what you need.

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MSC Aurea Spa

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.

Medi Spa Center

Relaxing on one of our ships will do wonders for you, but we also have a few secrets on board to help you look and feel even better. Make the most of our range of safe and effective Anti-Ageing treatments and return from your cruise visibly rejuvenated.

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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Beauty and Hair Salon

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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Gym by TechnoGym®

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.

Sport & Fitness

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.

Sports Tournaments

  • Tennis Tournament - if you've got a killer backhand then why not enter our onboard tennis tournament? It might not be Wimbledon but it'll serve up a great workout and possibly a taste of glory, too
  • Soccer Tournament - can you kick it? Yes you can! Sign up for the onboard soccer tournament and show off your skills. Your team needs you, so get involved.
  • Volleyball Tournament - unleash your competitive side in our very own onboard volleyball tournament. Quick reactions and impressive reach could lead you and your team to glory!
  • Basketball Tournament - ready to shoot some hoops? Then enter our onboard basketball tournament. Get involved and prepare for glory!
  • Ping Pong Tournament - pick up a paddle and prepare for battle! The ping pong tournament is on and you're invited. Ready for the challenge? See you there!
  • Table Soccer Tournament - if you're a fan of football in the miniaturized form known as foosball why not enter today's tournament? Just remember the golden rule - no spinning!

Top 16 Exclusive Solarium

The Top 16 Exclusive Solarium Can be located on Deck 16

Other Cruise Information

ClassCruise Type: ocean

Class: Musica

Ship Size: large

Style: resort

Operator Reference: msc-cruises

Nursery:

Child Facilities: available

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