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MSC World Cruise 2029 – Around the World in 119 Nights

World Cruise 2029 by MSC | 119 Nights, 45 Ports
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New – Departures on January 4, 5, 6 and 7, 2029

MSC World Cruise 2029

World Cruise 2029: Sail Around the World in 119 Nights

45 ports, 21 countries and 5 continents aboard MSC Magnifica. Unpack once and watch the world go by from your balcony: Rio, Patagonia, Tahiti, Sydney, Bali, Singapore.

119 nightsJanuary to May 2029
45 ports21 countries, 5 continents
15 excursionsIncluded in the fare
9 overnight staysMore time ashore
The journey of a lifetime

A world cruise across five continents

At a glance: the MSC World Cruise 2029 is a 119-night world cruise aboard MSC Magnifica, departing January 4, 5, 6 or 7, 2029 and returning May 4, 2029. It includes 45 ports in 21 countries, 15 shore excursions, 9 overnight stays in port and the Dine & Drink package. Embark in Civitavecchia (Rome), Genoa, Marseille or Barcelona.

One departure in January. Four months later, you’ll have seen the glaciers of Tierra del Fuego, the statues of Easter Island, the Sydney Opera House and the temples of Bali.

The MSC World Cruise 2029 links the Mediterranean to South America, crosses the Pacific to Oceania, then sails home through Asia and the Red Sea before returning to Italy. Between continents, MSC Magnifica becomes your home at sea: fine dining, shows, spa and activities inspired by every port of call.

You’ll even cross the International Date Line, a day that vanishes from the calendar and a story few travellers can tell.

Port of call on the MSC World Cruise 2029
Scenery to discover on the 2029 world cruise
Destination on the MSC world cruise 2029
Included in your cruise

More value in every port

The MSC World Cruise 2029 fare includes perks you would normally pay for à la carte.

15

Included excursions

From the Hassan II Mosque to Ubud, by way of the Beagle Channel and Sugarloaf Mountain.

Dine & Drink

Drinks package with meals

House wines, draught beer, juices and soft drinks at lunch and dinner, in the main restaurant and the buffet.

9

Overnight stays in port

A night docked in Rio, Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Valparaíso, Papeete, Sydney, Perth, Darwin and Singapore.

30%

Off laundry services

Pack light for four months without counting every shirt.

The itinerary

World cruise 2029 itinerary in three acts

Depart from Civitavecchia (Rome), Genoa, Marseille or Barcelona on January 4, 5, 6 or 7, 2029, and return to Genoa on May 4, 2029.

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Triple MSC Voyagers Club points until November 19

MSC Voyagers Club members who book their world cruise by November 19 earn triple points, credited before departure. Unlock new privileges right away.

3x pointsBook by November 19
5% offClassic members and above
MSC World Cruise 2029 itinerary map: Mediterranean, South America, Pacific, Australia, Asia and return to Europe

Mediterranean, Atlantic, Pacific, Indian Ocean, Red Sea: 119 nights, one cabin.

Embarkation portOvernight in portScenic cruising
Act I

From the Mediterranean to the breathtaking landscapes of Patagonia

Civitavecchia (Rome)GenoaMarseilleBarcelonaMalagaCasablancaMindelo (Cape Verde)Salvador de BahiaRio de JaneiroBuenos AiresPuerto MadrynPort Stanley (Falklands)UshuaiaPuerto MonttValparaíso

The souks of Casablanca, an Atlantic crossing, waking up to Christ the Redeemer, tango in Buenos Aires. Then south: the glaciers of Tierra del Fuego, the Beagle Channel and the fjords of Patagonia, all the way to the colourful houses of Valparaíso.

Act II

From the Andes to the treasures of Oceania

Hanga Roa (Easter Island)Bounty Bay (Pitcairn)Papeete (Tahiti)Pago Pago (Samoa)Lautoka (Fiji)Suva (Fiji)AucklandTaurangaTimaruDunedinMilford Sound (Fiordland)Hobart (Tasmania)

The moai of Rapa Nui, the lagoons of French Polynesia, the warm welcome of Fiji. You cross the International Date Line, then New Zealand unfolds its fjords, waterfalls and rainforests before the wild landscapes of Tasmania.

Act III

From Sydney back to Europe, through Asia

SydneyMelbournePenneshaw (Kangaroo Island)AdelaideFremantle (Perth)BroomeDarwinBenoa (Bali)Celukan Bawang (Bali)Lembar (Lombok)Surabaya (Java)Semarang (Java)SingaporePhuketColombo (Sri Lanka)Aqaba (Petra)Suez CanalAlexandriaGenoa

A rare circumnavigation of Australia, from the koalas of Kangaroo Island to the red earth of Broome. Then Indonesia in depth, with Borobudur Temple on Java, Singapore, Thailand and Sri Lanka, before Petra, the Suez Canal and the return to Italy.

15 included excursions

15 shore excursions included around the world

Every excursion is included in your booking. All you have to do is step off the ship.

Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, Morocco, included excursion
CasablancaCity tour and Hassan II Mosque
Beach and mountains of Mindelo, Cape Verde, included excursion
MindeloFlavours of the island
Christ the Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro bay, Brazil, included excursion
Overnight
Rio de JaneiroSugarloaf Mountain panorama
Colourful Caminito houses in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Overnight
Buenos AiresCharms of the city
Sea lions in the Beagle Channel near Ushuaia, Argentina
Overnight
UshuaiaBeagle Channel cruise
Colourful hillside houses of Valparaíso, Chile
Overnight
ValparaísoAnd Viña del Mar
Sky Tower and downtown Auckland, New Zealand
AucklandMuseum and city discovery
Coastline and green hills of the Timaru region, New Zealand
TimaruScenic drive to Geraldine
Clear-water bay near Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
HobartMONA art gallery
Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour, Australia, included excursion
Overnight
SydneyDiscover Sydney
Beach and turquoise water near Fremantle and Perth, Australia
Overnight
PerthThe Swan River
Temple surrounded by lotus near Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
BaliUbud highlights
Swing on a tropical beach in Lombok, Indonesia
LombokWeaving village and Mandalika beach
Supertree Grove at Gardens by the Bay, Singapore
Overnight
SingaporeCity highlights
City of Colombo, Sri Lanka, included excursion
ColomboCity essentials
The ship

MSC Magnifica, the ship of the 2029 world cruise

Freshly refurbished, MSC Magnifica was chosen for long ocean crossings. Destination-inspired menus, cocktails created for each port, shows at the Royal Theatre, dance and language classes, Balinese massages at the MSC Aurea Spa. Sea days fly by.

Balcony cabin aboard MSC Magnifica for the world cruise
MSC Magnifica dining room with destination-inspired menus
4
Restaurants
11
Bars and lounges
1,240
Theatre seats
24/7
Yacht Club butler
MSC Yacht Club suite aboard MSC Magnifica

New on board: the MSC Yacht Club

A ship within a ship. Luxury suites, 24-hour butler service, premium drinks, thermal area access, and a private restaurant, lounge and sundeck. Sail around the world in privacy, without giving up anything the ship has to offer.

Embarkation

Embarkation ports and dates in January 2029

CivitavecchiaRome, ItalyJanuary 4, 2029
GenoaItalyJanuary 5, 2029
MarseilleFranceJanuary 6, 2029
BarcelonaSpainJanuary 7, 2029

Flights to Europe (if applicable): your travel advisor can add flights from your city in Canada.

Montreal (YUL)Quebec City (YQB)Toronto (YYZ)Ottawa (YOW)Vancouver (YVR)Calgary (YYC)Halifax (YHZ)Other cities
Frequently asked questions

MSC World Cruise 2029 FAQ

How long is the MSC World Cruise 2029?
The MSC World Cruise 2029 lasts 119 nights (120 days). It departs Genoa on January 5, 2029 and returns to Genoa on May 4, 2029.
What are the embarkation ports and dates?
There are four embarkation options: Civitavecchia (Rome) on January 4, Genoa on January 5, Marseille on January 6 and Barcelona on January 7, 2029.
Which countries does the world cruise visit?
21 countries on 5 continents, including Italy, France, Spain, Morocco, Cape Verde, Brazil, Argentina, the Falkland Islands, Chile, French Polynesia, American Samoa, Fiji, New Zealand, Australia, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Jordan and Egypt.
Which shore excursions are included?
15 excursions are included: Casablanca, Mindelo, Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, Ushuaia (Beagle Channel), Valparaíso, Auckland, Timaru, Hobart (MONA), Sydney, Fremantle and Perth, Bali (Ubud), Lombok, Singapore and Colombo.
What are the 9 overnight stays in port?
The ship stays docked overnight in Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Valparaíso, Papeete, Sydney, Fremantle (Perth), Darwin and Singapore.
Is a drinks package included?
Yes. The Dine & Drink package includes water, soft drinks, juices, house wines and draught beer served by the glass at lunch and dinner, in the main restaurant and the buffet. It does not apply to specialty restaurants or bars.
Is there a single supplement?
Yes: 180% for inside, ocean view and balcony cabins, and 200% for suites.
How do I get a price for the MSC World Cruise 2029?
Fill out the quote form on this page. A Voyages en Direct travel advisor will send you a personalized quote based on your cabin, embarkation port and flights from Canada.

Terms and conditions

MSC World Cruise 2029 aboard MSC Magnifica: 119 nights, departing Genoa on January 5, 2029 and returning to Genoa on May 4, 2029. Embarkation is also available in Civitavecchia (Rome) on January 4, Marseille on January 6 and Barcelona on January 7, 2029. Itinerary, ports and schedules are subject to change without notice. Offer subject to availability.

Included: 15 excursions (Casablanca, Mindelo, Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Valparaíso, Auckland, Timaru, Hobart, Sydney, Fremantle/Perth, Benoa/Bali, Lombok, Singapore, Colombo), the Dine & Drink package and 30% off laundry services.

Dine & Drink package: still and sparkling water, soft drinks, fruit juices, a selection of house wines (red, white, rosé) and draught beer, served by the glass at the buffet and in the main restaurant during lunch (11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and dinner (5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.). Does not apply to specialty restaurants or bars.

Laundry: the 30% discount cannot be combined with other similar discounts or with the Regular or Express onboard packages.

MSC Voyagers Club: 5% discount for Classic members and above. Triple points on World Cruise bookings made by November 19, credited before departure.

The MSC World Cruise cannot be combined with BROCHURE promotions (targeted discounts such as seniors, family, young adults), vouchers or any other promotion, unless otherwise stated. Single supplement: 180% for inside, ocean view and balcony cabins, and 200% for suites.

Insurance: MSC Global Protection travel insurance does not cover bookings over €80,000 per person, including MSC Yacht Club suites. Private travel insurance is recommended at the time of booking.

Cancellation policy (World Cruise 2029):

Up to 90 days before departure15% of the cruise fare (non-refundable)
89 to 10 days before departure75% of the cruise fare
Within 9 days of departure or no-show at embarkation100% of the cruise fare

Flexibility: name changes are permitted. A change of departure date is only allowed to another MSC World Cruise and results in the loss of the 15% non-refundable deposit.

Flights: flights to Europe are available at an extra cost, if applicable, depending on the departure city and availability. Prices and conditions are confirmed at the time of the quote.

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