Portugal and Canary Islands from Southampton

Price is based on departure date 21st April 2025

Alternate departure date available for 2025, Call us for the availability

Travel made easy with direct sailings from Southampton. No need to worry about airports, connecting flights, or stress – the only thing that should be on your mind is where you will discover first. Just choose an itinerary and MSC Cruises will take care of the rest! 

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Cruise highlights

Cruise to Canary islands: Sun, sand and sea aside, the Canary Islands are famous for their rugged natural landscapes, historical significance and diverse cultures. Gran Canaria and Tenerife are the largest Canary Islands, but nature-lovers should visit La Palma and observe breathtaking views from the iconic Tilos Bridge.

Why book?

Low Deposit: Secure your booking with deposit of just £100pp

Gratuities: Worry-Free travel, Your Tips / Service charges are included

MSC Cruises - Always included

Full board: Breakfast, lunch, dinner in main restaurants and buffet

World Class Entertainment: Broadway-style theaters and live music with an international line-up of artists

Kids Club: Daily entertainment and activities for families

Cutting Edge & Fitness Facilities: Gym, pools and sport facilities with free access

Your Ship: MSC Virtuosa

MSC Virtuosa’s namesake comes from the word virtuoso, meaning someone highly skilled in any field of activity, and so MSC Virtuosa was named to pay homage to the skill and expertise of the MSC Cruises architects and shipyard partners at Les Chantiers de l’Atlantique who designed and built this innovative class of ships. This new cruise ship is one of the two largest in MSC Cruises’ fleet, along with her sister ship MSC Grandiosa, boasting an impressive array of guest features all coming together in perfect harmony to deliver the ultimate cruise holiday experience.

MSC Starship Club

This futuristic venue is much more than just a bar. It's an immersive entertainment experience. Featuring Rob, the first ever humanoid robotic bartender at sea, the MSC Starship Club will transport our guests to a different world.

As you sip your cosmic cocktail and gaze out of the portholes across the space, Rob and his human colleagues will take you to an exciting journey to discover new galactic destinations.

Galleria Virtuosa

The longest LED Dome at Sea. The indoor promenade features both Main and Speciality Restaurants along with numerous shops.

With 1168m2 of retail space, MSC Virtuosa will exceed the already record breaking retail space onboard MSC Grandiosa, to present the largest shopping area at sea on any cruise ship with 11 state-of-the art boutiques and over 250 brands.

The promenade is destined to become the ultimate destination for socializing and entertainment possibilities for guests.

MSC Virtuosa Pools

MSC Virtuosa offers its guests 5 outstanding and unique pools, including one of the biggest and most intricate waterparks at sea.

The pools are capable of accommodating over 1,000+ guests with comfort.

The Atmosphere Pool, 1.700 m2 with about 10 m2 of public space per guest, is one of the most plentiful to be found at sea.

Family & Children

MSC Cruises is known for its award-winning family offering and has a long-standing partnership with the LEGO Group to design the kids club areas as well as on board activities.  Discover all activities and services for children, tweens, teens and their parents

Spa & Wellness

MSC Aurea Spa with its thermal area, professional massages, body treatments, facials and beauty services.

Panoramic gym equipped with the latest Technogym machines, 5 outstanding pools and the TOP 19 Exclusive solarium.

Carousel Production at Sea

Enjoy an all-new entertainment concept blending breathtaking acrobatics, dance and live music to create exclusive original productions specially designed for MSC Meraviglia Class ships. It offers avant-garde artistic and immersive performances combined with the innovative technology in a surprising mix of new expressions and experimentation that will make you feel part of the show.

On board MSC Virtuosa, you'll have the unique opportunity to admire two spectacular productions: AJEDREZ, inspired by the game of chess, and ARKYMEA, the story of a scientist in search of a hidden world.

The shows take place twice a night, six nights a week, only at the Carousel Lounge, a glamorous, modern, technology-packed venue. Taste our Signature Cocktail while you enjoy a pre-show followed by this unique entertainment experience.

(not included in the cruise fare, limited spaces, a signature cocktail package needs to be booked) 

Itinerary highlights 

Ship: MSC Virtusoa

Cabin: Bella Balcony

Sail Date: 21st April 2025

Duration: 12 Nights

All fares are displayed in Great British Pound and pricing is per person based on twin share occupancy unless stated otherwise. Although all due care is taken to keep information as up-to-date as possible, pricing and availability are subject to change without notice: due to varying timing schedules of supplier automated update processes; currency fluctuations; fuel surcharges or government tax & fee changes and may not be guaranteed until paid in full. Gratuities may be an additional onboard charge depending on particular cruise line selected. Please ask your cruise consultant for any clarification of Terms & Conditions.