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Mediterranean Sea
Thu 23 Oct 2025 - Wed 12 Nov 2025

20 nights Civitavecchia, Alexandria, Suez Canal North, Suez Canal South, Aqaba, Muscat, Doha, Dubai, Doha, Bah

Cruise Region : Mediterranean Sea
Company : MSC Cruises
Ship : MSC Euribia
Journey Start : Thu 23 Oct 2025
Journey End : Wed 12 Nov 2025
Count Nights : 20 nights

Schedule

Day Port Date Arrival Departure
1 Rome (Civitavecchia) / Italy Thu 23 Oct 20:00
2 Day at sea / Sea Fri 24 Oct
3 Day at sea / Sea Sat 25 Oct
4 Alexandria / Egypt Sun 26 Oct 07:00 22:00
5 Suez Canal / Egypt Mon 27 Oct 19:00 19:15
6 Suez Canal / Egypt Tue 28 Oct 15:00 15:15
7 Aqaba / Jordan Wed 29 Oct 09:00 21:00
8 Day at sea / Sea Thu 30 Oct
9 Day at sea / Sea Fri 31 Oct
10 Day at sea / Sea Sat 01 Nov
11 Day at sea / Sea Sun 02 Nov
12 Day at sea / Sea Mon 03 Nov
13 Day at sea / Sea Tue 04 Nov
14 Nutmeg / Oman Wed 05 Nov 09:00 20:00
15 Day at sea / Sea Thu 06 Nov
16 Doha / Qatar Fri 07 Nov 08:00 18:00
17 Dubai / UAE Sat 08 Nov 08:00 20:00
18 Doha / Qatar Sun 09 Nov 08:00 18:00
19 Manama / Bahrain Mon 10 Nov 08:00 19:00
20 Day at sea / Sea Tue 11 Nov
21 Abu Dhabi / UAE Wed 12 Nov 07:00

The cruise booking conditions may vary depending on the itinerary, season, and selected package. However, the basic conditions include:

1. **Deposit and Full Payment:**
   - A deposit of 30% is required to confirm the booking.
   - Full payment is usually required 60-90 days prior to departure. For late bookings, full payment may be required immediately.

2. **Cancellation and Penalties:**
   - Cancellation penalties depend on the time remaining before departure. The closer to the departure date, the higher the penalties.

   - More than 60 days before departure: €50 per person
   - 59 to 30 days: 30% of the total price
   - 29 to 22 days: 50%
   - 21 to 15 days: 70%
   - Less than 14 days before departure: 100%

3. **Booking Changes:**
   - Passenger substitutions are subject to an additional fee of €50 per person.

4. **Insurance:**
   - It is recommended to purchase travel or medical insurance to cover potential costs in case of cancellation or changes to the booking, as well as medical expenses during the cruise.

5. **Document Requirements:**
   - All passengers must have valid passports and visas for visiting countries (if required by the destination) on the cruise itinerary. The responsibility for obtaining visas lies with the passengers.

 Drink packages for the seasons "Winter 2024-2025", "Summer 2025", "Winter 2025-2026", "Summer 2026", "Winter 2026-2027"

Drink packages must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin, including children over 3 years old (they book the MINORS PACKAGE for children);
Seating at the same table in the main restaurant for dinner is only possible if all guests have booked the same drink package (or if all guests do not have one);
Packages are intended for personal use, the cruise card is not transferable to other people. Only one drink can be ordered per request. In case of violation of the rules for using the package, the cruise company reserves the right to block this package without a refund for unused days;
Packages are valid every day during the cruise and cannot be purchased per day;
In accordance with Saudi Arabian law, alcoholic beverages are not served during port calls in Saudi Arabia (only soft drinks are available). Alcoholic beverages will only be available once the ship has left port and is at sea;
The price of drink packages when purchased on board will be higher than when booking a cruise;
A detailed list of drinks included in drink packages will be provided in the bar menus on board the ship;
Drink packages are also valid on Sir Bani Yas and Ocean Cay;
The cruise line reserves the right to suspend drink packages at any time;
The price is per person per day.
Where applicable:
Mediterranean; Northern Europe; UAE and Gulf; Canary Islands; Caribbean from Fort-de-France; Round-the-World Routes

EASY PACKAGE (for adults aged 18 and over)
A limited selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass:
Beer (1 type) and non-alcoholic beer
Wine (white, pink, red)
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Limited selection of spirits
Solid drinks and juices

Classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, tea
Bottled mineral water
There is a limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (non-alcoholic drinks – unlimited).

A detailed list of drinks is presented in the bar menus on board the ship.
Those who wish can take advantage of a €7 discount on a more expensive drink that is not included in the Easy package (a 15% service charge will be added to the price difference).

Where it applies:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.

Where it does not apply:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club, MSC World Europa & America Coffee Emporium, MSC World Europa Raj Polo Tea Room.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in which case seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The package price does not include: minibar, bottled alcoholic beverages, some brands of drinks, ice cream.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 40 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 40 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 36 €/day

EASY PLUS PACKAGE (for adults from 18 years)
A wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass, costing up to 9 €:

Draught, craft, bottled and non-alcoholic beer

Wine (white, pink, red, and sparkling)
Drink of the day
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Strong alcoholic drinks of famous brands
Carbonated drinks and juices
A wide selection of classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, iced coffee, tea, etc.
Bottled mineral water
There is a limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (non-alcoholic drinks - unlimited).

The Easy plus package gives a 10% discount on the purchase of bottles of wine on board.
Those who wish can take advantage of a €9 discount on a more expensive drink that is not included in the Easy plus package (a 15% service charge will be added to the difference in price).

Where it applies:
24 hours a day in the onboard bars, main restaurants, buffet restaurant and alternative restaurants.

Where it does not apply:
Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury and MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in which case seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The following items are not included in the package price: minibar, bottled alcoholic beverages, some brands of drinks, ice cream.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 54 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 54 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 50 €/day

PREMIUM EXTRA PACKAGE (for adults from 18 years)
A wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass, costing up to 14 €:
Draught, craft, bottled and non-alcoholic beer A wide selection of wines and champagne
Drink of the day
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Premium spirits
Carbonated drinks and juices
A wide selection of classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, iced coffee, tea, etc.
Bottled mineral water
Limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (unlimited soft drinks).

The Premium Extra package offers a 25% discount on bottles of wine and champagne on board.

Where it is valid:
24 hours a day in the onboard bars, main restaurants, buffet restaurant and alternative restaurants.

Where it is not valid:
Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury and MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or travelling together, in which case seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The package price does not include: minibar, bottled alcoholic drinks, some brands of drinks, ice cream.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 75 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 75 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 70 €/day

ALCOHOL-FREE PACKAGE (for adults from 18 years)
A wide selection of soft drinks, carbonated and energy drinks, bottled mineral water, fruit juices, a wide range of coffee drinks, tea and ice cream "to go".

Where it is valid:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.

Where it is not valid:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in this case the seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children who have reached the age of three, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The package price does not include: mini-bar, alcoholic drinks.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 26 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 26 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 24 €/day

MINORS PACKAGE (for children aged 3 to 17)
A wide selection of soft drinks, carbonated and energy drinks, bottled mineral water, fruit juices, a wide range of coffee drinks, tea and ice cream to go.

Where it is valid:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.

Where it is not valid:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
This package is bookable for children aged 3 to 17 years old, traveling in the same cabin with adults. However, adult passengers must book adult drink packages.
The following are not included in the package price: minibar, alcoholic drinks.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 17 € / day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 17 € / day
Cruises from 11 days and more 17 € / day

Caribbean from Miami; North America; Alaska

EASY PACKAGE (for adults from 21 years)
A limited selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass:
Beer (1 type) and non-alcoholic beer
Wine (white, pink, red)
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Limited selection of spirits
Sodas and juices
Classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, tea
Bottled mineral water
There is a limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (non-alcoholic drinks - unlimited).

A detailed list of drinks is presented in the bar menus on board the liner.
Those who wish can take advantage of a $10 discount on the purchase of a more expensive drink that is not included in the Easy package (an 18% service charge will be added to the difference in price).

Where it applies:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.

Where it does not apply:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club, MSC World Europa & America Coffee Emporium, MSC World Europa Raj Polo Tea Room.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in this case, seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
Not included in the package price: minibar, bottled alcoholic drinks, some brands of drinks, ice cream.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 40 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 40 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 36 €/day

EASY PLUS PACKAGE (for adults 21 and older)
A wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass, priced up to $14:

Draft, craft, bottled and non-alcoholic beer

Wine (white, pink, red, and sparkling)
Drink of the day
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Strong alcoholic drinks of famous brands
Carbonated drinks and juices
A wide selection of classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, iced coffee, tea, etc.
Bottled mineral water
There is a limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (non-alcoholic drinks - unlimited).

The Easy plus package gives a 10% discount on the purchase of bottles of wine on board.
Those who wish can take advantage of a $14 discount on a more expensive drink that is not included in the Easy plus package (an 18% service charge will be added to the difference in price).

Where it applies:
24 hours a day in the onboard bars, main restaurants, buffet restaurant and alternative restaurants.

Where it does not apply:
Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury and MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in this case, seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The package does not include: minibar, bottled alcoholic beverages, some brands of drinks, ice cream.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 54 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 54 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 50 €/day

PREMIUM EXTRA PACKAGE (for adults from 21 years old)
A wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass, costing up to $16:
Draft, craft, bottled and non-alcoholic beer
A wide selection of wines and champagne

Drink of the day
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Premium spirits
Soft drinks and juices
A wide selection of classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, iced coffee, tea, etc.
Bottled mineral water
Limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (unlimited soft drinks).

The Premium Extra package offers a 25% discount on bottles of wine and champagne on board.

Where it is valid:
24 hours a day in the onboard bars, main restaurants, buffet restaurant and alternative restaurants.

Where it is not valid:
Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury and MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or travelling together, in which case seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The package price does not include: minibar, bottled alcoholic drinks, some brands of drinks, ice cream.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 75 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 75 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 70 €/day

ALCOHOL-FREE PACKAGE (for adults from 21 years)
A wide selection of soft drinks, carbonated and energy drinks, bottled mineral water, fruit juices, a wide range of coffee drinks, tea and ice cream "to go".

Where it is valid:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.

Where it is not valid:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in this case the seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom a MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The following are not included in the package price: minibar, alcoholic beverages.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 26 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 26 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 24 €/day

MINORS PACKAGE (for children aged 3 to 20)
A wide selection of soft drinks, carbonated and energy drinks, bottled mineral water, fruit juices, a wide range of coffee drinks, tea and ice cream "to go".

Where it applies:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.

Where it does not apply:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
This package is bookable for children aged 3 to 20 years old, travelling in the same cabin with adults. In this case, adult passengers must book adult drink packages.
The following items are not included in the package price: minibar, alcoholic drinks.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 17 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 17 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 17 €/day

Asia; Far East

EASY PACKAGE (for adults 20 years and older)
A limited selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass:
Beer (1 type) and non-alcoholic beer
Wine (white, pink, red)
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Limited selection of spirits
Carbonated drinks and juices
Classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, tea
Bottled mineral water
There is a limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (non-alcoholic drinks - unlimited).

A detailed list of drinks is presented in the bar menus on board the liner.
Those who wish can take advantage of an $8 discount on the purchase of a more expensive drink that is not included in the Easy package (an 18% service charge will be added to the difference in price).

Where it applies:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.

Where it does not apply:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club, MSC World Europa & America Coffee Emporium, MSC World Europa Raj Polo Tea Room.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in which case seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The package price does not include: minibar, bottled alcoholic beverages, some brands of drinks, ice cream.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 40 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 40 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 36 €/day

EASY PLUS PACKAGE (for adults from 20 years old)
A wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass, costing up to $10:

Draft, craft, bottled and non-alcoholic beer

Wine (white, pink, red, and sparkling)
Drink of the day
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Strong alcoholic drinks of famous brands
Carbonated drinks and juices
A wide selection of classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, iced coffee, tea, etc.
Bottled mineral water
Limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (unlimited soft drinks).

The Easy plus package gives a 10% discount on bottles of wine on board.
A $10 discount on a more expensive drink not included in the Easy plus package (an 18% service charge will be added to the difference in price).

Where it applies:
24 hours a day in the onboard bars, main restaurants, buffet restaurant and alternative restaurants.

Where it does not apply:
Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury and MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in which case seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) must be purchased.
Not included in the package price: minibar, bottled alcoholic drinks, some brands of drinks, ice cream.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 54 € / day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 54 € / day
Cruises from 11 days and more 50 € / day

PREMIUM EXTRA PACKAGE (for adults 20 years and older)
A wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass, priced up to $16:
Draft, craft, bottled and non-alcoholic beer A wide selection of wines and champagne
Drink of the day
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Premium spirits
Carbonated drinks and juices
A wide selection of classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, iced coffee, tea, etc.
Bottled mineral water
There is a limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (non-alcoholic drinks - unlimited).

The Premium Extra package gives a 25% discount on the purchase of bottles of wine and champagne on board.

Where it applies:
24 hours a day in the onboard bars, main restaurants, buffet restaurant and alternative restaurants.

Where it does not apply:
Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury and MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or travelling together, in which case seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The package price does not include: minibar, bottled alcoholic beverages, some brands of drinks, ice cream.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 75 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 75 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 70 €/day

ALCOHOL-FREE PACKAGE (for adults from 20 years)
A wide selection of soft drinks, carbonated and energy drinks, bottled mineral water, fruit juices, a wide range of coffee drinks, tea and ice cream "to go".

Where it is valid:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.

Where it is not valid:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in this case the seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom a MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The following are not included in the package price: minibar, alcoholic beverages.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 26 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 26 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 24 €/day

MINORS PACKAGE (for children aged 3 to 19)
A wide selection of soft drinks, carbonated and energy drinks, bottled mineral water, fruit juices, a wide range of coffee drinks, tea and ice cream "to go".

Where it applies:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.

Where it does not apply:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
This package is booked for children from 3 to 19 years old, traveling in the same cabin with adults. However, adult passengers must book adult drink packages.
The following are not included in the package price: minibar, alcoholic drinks.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 17 € / day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 17 € / day
Cruises from 11 days and more 17 € / day

Additional costs:

  • insurance (medical insurance, travel cancellation insurance)
  • airfare, rail transport (transportation costs to the port of departure and from the port of arrival of the ship)
  • transfers (from the airport/train station to the sea port and back)
  • excursions
  • pre- and post-cruise hotel reservations if you want to extend your holiday on land.

Additionally paid on the liner:

  • visiting alternative bars and restaurants
  • services of spa centers, hairdressers, beauty salons
  • medical services
  • laundry, ironing
  • casino
  • slot machines, etc. depending on the specific liner.

For any purchase of goods on the liner in bars, restaurants, shops and services in the spa center, hairdresser, etc. you will be additionally charged a service fee, which will average 15% of the purchase price.

 Drink packages for the seasons "Winter 2024-2025", "Summer 2025", "Winter 2025-2026", "Summer 2026", "Winter 2026-2027"

Drink packages must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin, including children over 3 years old (they book the MINORS PACKAGE for children);
Seating at the same table in the main restaurant for dinner is only possible if all guests have booked the same drink package (or if all guests do not have one);
Packages are intended for personal use, the cruise card is not transferable to other people. Only one drink can be ordered per request. In case of violation of the rules for using the package, the cruise company reserves the right to block this package without a refund for unused days;
Packages are valid every day during the cruise and cannot be purchased per day;
In accordance with Saudi Arabian law, alcoholic beverages are not served during port calls in Saudi Arabia (only soft drinks are available). Alcoholic beverages will only be available once the ship has left port and is at sea;
The price of drink packages when purchased on board will be higher than when booking a cruise;
A detailed list of drinks included in drink packages will be provided in the bar menus on board the ship;
Drink packages are also valid on Sir Bani Yas and Ocean Cay;
The cruise line reserves the right to suspend drink packages at any time;
The price is per person per day.
Where applicable:
Mediterranean; Northern Europe; UAE and Gulf; Canary Islands; Caribbean from Fort-de-France; Round-the-World Routes

EASY PACKAGE (for adults aged 18 and over)
A limited selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass:
Beer (1 type) and non-alcoholic beer
Wine (white, pink, red)
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Limited selection of spirits
Solid drinks and juices

Classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, tea
Bottled mineral water
There is a limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (non-alcoholic drinks – unlimited).

A detailed list of drinks is presented in the bar menus on board the ship.
Those who wish can take advantage of a €7 discount on a more expensive drink that is not included in the Easy package (a 15% service charge will be added to the price difference).

Where it applies:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.

Where it does not apply:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club, MSC World Europa & America Coffee Emporium, MSC World Europa Raj Polo Tea Room.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in which case seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The package price does not include: minibar, bottled alcoholic beverages, some brands of drinks, ice cream.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 40 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 40 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 36 €/day

EASY PLUS PACKAGE (for adults from 18 years)
A wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass, costing up to 9 €:

Draught, craft, bottled and non-alcoholic beer

Wine (white, pink, red, and sparkling)
Drink of the day
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Strong alcoholic drinks of famous brands
Carbonated drinks and juices
A wide selection of classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, iced coffee, tea, etc.
Bottled mineral water
There is a limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (non-alcoholic drinks - unlimited).

The Easy plus package gives a 10% discount on the purchase of bottles of wine on board.
Those who wish can take advantage of a €9 discount on a more expensive drink that is not included in the Easy plus package (a 15% service charge will be added to the difference in price).

Where it applies:
24 hours a day in the onboard bars, main restaurants, buffet restaurant and alternative restaurants.

Where it does not apply:
Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury and MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in which case seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The following items are not included in the package price: minibar, bottled alcoholic beverages, some brands of drinks, ice cream.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 54 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 54 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 50 €/day

PREMIUM EXTRA PACKAGE (for adults from 18 years)
A wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass, costing up to 14 €:
Draught, craft, bottled and non-alcoholic beer A wide selection of wines and champagne
Drink of the day
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Premium spirits
Carbonated drinks and juices
A wide selection of classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, iced coffee, tea, etc.
Bottled mineral water
Limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (unlimited soft drinks).

The Premium Extra package offers a 25% discount on bottles of wine and champagne on board.

Where it is valid:
24 hours a day in the onboard bars, main restaurants, buffet restaurant and alternative restaurants.

Where it is not valid:
Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury and MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or travelling together, in which case seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The package price does not include: minibar, bottled alcoholic drinks, some brands of drinks, ice cream.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 75 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 75 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 70 €/day

ALCOHOL-FREE PACKAGE (for adults from 18 years)
A wide selection of soft drinks, carbonated and energy drinks, bottled mineral water, fruit juices, a wide range of coffee drinks, tea and ice cream "to go".

Where it is valid:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.

Where it is not valid:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in this case the seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children who have reached the age of three, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The package price does not include: mini-bar, alcoholic drinks.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 26 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 26 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 24 €/day

MINORS PACKAGE (for children aged 3 to 17)
A wide selection of soft drinks, carbonated and energy drinks, bottled mineral water, fruit juices, a wide range of coffee drinks, tea and ice cream to go.

Where it is valid:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.

Where it is not valid:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
This package is bookable for children aged 3 to 17 years old, traveling in the same cabin with adults. However, adult passengers must book adult drink packages.
The following are not included in the package price: minibar, alcoholic drinks.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 17 € / day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 17 € / day
Cruises from 11 days and more 17 € / day

Caribbean from Miami; North America; Alaska

EASY PACKAGE (for adults from 21 years)
A limited selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass:
Beer (1 type) and non-alcoholic beer
Wine (white, pink, red)
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Limited selection of spirits
Sodas and juices
Classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, tea
Bottled mineral water
There is a limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (non-alcoholic drinks - unlimited).

A detailed list of drinks is presented in the bar menus on board the liner.
Those who wish can take advantage of a $10 discount on the purchase of a more expensive drink that is not included in the Easy package (an 18% service charge will be added to the difference in price).

Where it applies:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.

Where it does not apply:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club, MSC World Europa & America Coffee Emporium, MSC World Europa Raj Polo Tea Room.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in this case, seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
Not included in the package price: minibar, bottled alcoholic drinks, some brands of drinks, ice cream.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 40 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 40 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 36 €/day

EASY PLUS PACKAGE (for adults 21 and older)
A wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass, priced up to $14:

Draft, craft, bottled and non-alcoholic beer

Wine (white, pink, red, and sparkling)
Drink of the day
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Strong alcoholic drinks of famous brands
Carbonated drinks and juices
A wide selection of classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, iced coffee, tea, etc.
Bottled mineral water
There is a limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (non-alcoholic drinks - unlimited).

The Easy plus package gives a 10% discount on the purchase of bottles of wine on board.
Those who wish can take advantage of a $14 discount on a more expensive drink that is not included in the Easy plus package (an 18% service charge will be added to the difference in price).

Where it applies:
24 hours a day in the onboard bars, main restaurants, buffet restaurant and alternative restaurants.

Where it does not apply:
Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury and MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in this case, seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The package does not include: minibar, bottled alcoholic beverages, some brands of drinks, ice cream.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 54 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 54 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 50 €/day

PREMIUM EXTRA PACKAGE (for adults from 21 years old)
A wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass, costing up to $16:
Draft, craft, bottled and non-alcoholic beer
A wide selection of wines and champagne

Drink of the day
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Premium spirits
Soft drinks and juices
A wide selection of classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, iced coffee, tea, etc.
Bottled mineral water
Limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (unlimited soft drinks).

The Premium Extra package offers a 25% discount on bottles of wine and champagne on board.

Where it is valid:
24 hours a day in the onboard bars, main restaurants, buffet restaurant and alternative restaurants.

Where it is not valid:
Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury and MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or travelling together, in which case seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The package price does not include: minibar, bottled alcoholic drinks, some brands of drinks, ice cream.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 75 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 75 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 70 €/day

ALCOHOL-FREE PACKAGE (for adults from 21 years)
A wide selection of soft drinks, carbonated and energy drinks, bottled mineral water, fruit juices, a wide range of coffee drinks, tea and ice cream "to go".

Where it is valid:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.

Where it is not valid:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in this case the seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom a MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The following are not included in the package price: minibar, alcoholic beverages.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 26 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 26 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 24 €/day

MINORS PACKAGE (for children aged 3 to 20)
A wide selection of soft drinks, carbonated and energy drinks, bottled mineral water, fruit juices, a wide range of coffee drinks, tea and ice cream "to go".

Where it applies:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.

Where it does not apply:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
This package is bookable for children aged 3 to 20 years old, travelling in the same cabin with adults. In this case, adult passengers must book adult drink packages.
The following items are not included in the package price: minibar, alcoholic drinks.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 17 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 17 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 17 €/day

Asia; Far East

EASY PACKAGE (for adults 20 years and older)
A limited selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass:
Beer (1 type) and non-alcoholic beer
Wine (white, pink, red)
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Limited selection of spirits
Carbonated drinks and juices
Classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, tea
Bottled mineral water
There is a limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (non-alcoholic drinks - unlimited).

A detailed list of drinks is presented in the bar menus on board the liner.
Those who wish can take advantage of an $8 discount on the purchase of a more expensive drink that is not included in the Easy package (an 18% service charge will be added to the difference in price).

Where it applies:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.

Where it does not apply:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club, MSC World Europa & America Coffee Emporium, MSC World Europa Raj Polo Tea Room.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in which case seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The package price does not include: minibar, bottled alcoholic beverages, some brands of drinks, ice cream.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 40 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 40 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 36 €/day

EASY PLUS PACKAGE (for adults from 20 years old)
A wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass, costing up to $10:

Draft, craft, bottled and non-alcoholic beer

Wine (white, pink, red, and sparkling)
Drink of the day
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Strong alcoholic drinks of famous brands
Carbonated drinks and juices
A wide selection of classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, iced coffee, tea, etc.
Bottled mineral water
Limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (unlimited soft drinks).

The Easy plus package gives a 10% discount on bottles of wine on board.
A $10 discount on a more expensive drink not included in the Easy plus package (an 18% service charge will be added to the difference in price).

Where it applies:
24 hours a day in the onboard bars, main restaurants, buffet restaurant and alternative restaurants.

Where it does not apply:
Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury and MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in which case seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) must be purchased.
Not included in the package price: minibar, bottled alcoholic drinks, some brands of drinks, ice cream.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 54 € / day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 54 € / day
Cruises from 11 days and more 50 € / day

PREMIUM EXTRA PACKAGE (for adults 20 years and older)
A wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass, priced up to $16:
Draft, craft, bottled and non-alcoholic beer A wide selection of wines and champagne
Drink of the day
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Premium spirits
Carbonated drinks and juices
A wide selection of classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, iced coffee, tea, etc.
Bottled mineral water
There is a limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (non-alcoholic drinks - unlimited).

The Premium Extra package gives a 25% discount on the purchase of bottles of wine and champagne on board.

Where it applies:
24 hours a day in the onboard bars, main restaurants, buffet restaurant and alternative restaurants.

Where it does not apply:
Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury and MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or travelling together, in which case seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The package price does not include: minibar, bottled alcoholic beverages, some brands of drinks, ice cream.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 75 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 75 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 70 €/day

ALCOHOL-FREE PACKAGE (for adults from 20 years)
A wide selection of soft drinks, carbonated and energy drinks, bottled mineral water, fruit juices, a wide range of coffee drinks, tea and ice cream "to go".

Where it is valid:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.

Where it is not valid:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in this case the seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom a MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The following are not included in the package price: minibar, alcoholic beverages.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 26 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 26 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 24 €/day

MINORS PACKAGE (for children aged 3 to 19)
A wide selection of soft drinks, carbonated and energy drinks, bottled mineral water, fruit juices, a wide range of coffee drinks, tea and ice cream "to go".

Where it applies:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.

Where it does not apply:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

Note:
This package is booked for children from 3 to 19 years old, traveling in the same cabin with adults. However, adult passengers must book adult drink packages.
The following are not included in the package price: minibar, alcoholic drinks.

Cruises from 1 to 4 days 17 € / day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 17 € / day
Cruises from 11 days and more 17 € / day

 

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Interior

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Balcony

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Detailed cruise program
  • Day 1: 20:00

    Rome (Civitavecchia) / Italy

    Rome is the capital city and a special comune of Italy (named Comune di Roma Capitale). Rome also serves as the capital of the Lazio region. With 2,872,800 residents in 1,285 km2(496.1 sq mi), it is also the country's most populated comune. It is the fourth-most populous city in the European Union by population within city limits. It is the centre of the Metropolitan City of Rome, which has a population of 4,355,725 residents, thus making it the most populous metropolitan city in Italy. Rome is located in the central-western portion of the Italian Peninsula, within Lazio (Latium), along the shores of the Tiber. The Vatican City (the smallest country in the world) is an independent country inside the city boundaries of Rome, the only existing example of a country within a city: for this reason Rome has been often defined as capital of two states.

    Rome's history spans 28 centuries. While Roman mythology dates the founding of Rome at around 753 BC, the site has been inhabited for much longer, making it one of the oldest continuously occupied sites in Europe. The city's early population originated from a mix of Latins, Etruscans, and Sabines. Eventually, the city successively became the capital of the Roman Kingdom, the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire, and is regarded as the birthplace of Western civilization and by some as the first ever metropolis. It was first called The Eternal City (Latin: Urbs Aeterna; Italian: La Città Eterna) by the Roman poet Tibullus in the 1st century BC, and the expression was also taken up by Ovid, Virgil, and Livy. Rome is also called the "Caput Mundi" (Capital of the World). After the fall of the Western Empire, which marked the beginning of the Middle Ages, Rome slowly fell under the political control of the Papacy, which had settled in the city since the 1st century AD, until in the 8th century it became the capital of the Papal States, which lasted until 1870. Beginning with the Renaissance, almost all the popes since Nicholas V (1447–1455) pursued over four hundred years a coherent architectural and urban programme aimed at making the city the artistic and cultural centre of the world. In this way, Rome became first one of the major centres of the Italian Renaissance, and then the birthplace of both the Baroque style and Neoclassicism. Famous artists, painters, sculptors and architects made Rome the centre of their activity, creating masterpieces throughout the city. In 1871, Rome became the capital of the Kingdom of Italy, which, in 1946, became the Italian Republic.

    Rome has the status of a global city. In 2016, Rome ranked as the 14th-most-visited city in the world, 3rd most visited in the European Union, and the most popular tourist attraction in Italy. Its historic centre is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. The famous Vatican Museums are among the world's most visited museums while the Colosseum was the most popular tourist attraction in world with 7.4 million visitors in 2018. Host city for the 1960 Summer Olympics, Rome is the seat of several specialized agencies of the United Nations, such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the World Food Programme (WFP) and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). The city also hosts the Secretariat of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Union for the Mediterranean (UfM) as well as the headquarters of many international business companies such as Eni, Enel, TIM, Leonardo S.p.A., and national and international banks such as Unicredit and BNL. Its business district, called EUR, is the base of many companies involved in the oil industry, the pharmaceutical industry, and financial services. Rome is also an important fashion and design centre thanks to renowned international brands centered in the city. Rome's Cinecittà Studios have been the set of many Academy Award–winning movies.

  • Day 2:

    Day at sea / Sea

  • Day 3:

    Day at sea / Sea

  • Day 4: 07:00-22:00

    Alexandria / Egypt

    the chief port of Egypt; population 4,084,700 (est. 2006). Founded in 332 bc by Alexander the Great, it was a major center of Hellenistic culture, renowned for its library and for the Pharos lighthouse.

  • Day 5: 19:00-19:15

    Suez Canal / Egypt

    The Suez Canal is a sea-level waterway in Egypt, connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea through the Isthmus of Suez. Constructed by the Suez Canal Company between 1859 and 1869, it was officially opened on 17 November 1869. The canal offers watercraft a shorter journey between the North Atlantic and northern Indian Oceans via the Mediterranean and Red Seas by avoiding the South Atlantic and southern Indian Oceans, reducing the journey by approximately 6,000 kilometres (3,700 mi). It extends from the northern terminus of Port Said to the southern terminus of Port Tewfik at the city of Suez. Its length is 193.30 km (120.11 mi), including its northern and southern access channels. In 2012, 17,225 vessels traversed the canal (average 47 per day).

  • Day 6: 15:00-15:15

    Suez Canal / Egypt

    The Suez Canal is a sea-level waterway in Egypt, connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea through the Isthmus of Suez. Constructed by the Suez Canal Company between 1859 and 1869, it was officially opened on 17 November 1869. The canal offers watercraft a shorter journey between the North Atlantic and northern Indian Oceans via the Mediterranean and Red Seas by avoiding the South Atlantic and southern Indian Oceans, reducing the journey by approximately 6,000 kilometres (3,700 mi). It extends from the northern terminus of Port Said to the southern terminus of Port Tewfik at the city of Suez. Its length is 193.30 km (120.11 mi), including its northern and southern access channels. In 2012, 17,225 vessels traversed the canal (average 47 per day).

  • Day 7: 09:00-21:00

    Aqaba / Jordan

    Aqaba is the only coastal city in Jordan and the largest and most populous city on the Gulf of Aqaba. Situated in southernmost Jordan, Aqaba is the administrative centre of the Aqaba Governorate. The city had a population of 148,398 in 2015 and a land area of 375 square kilometres (144.8 sq mi). Today, Aqaba plays a major role in the development of the Jordanian economy, through the vibrant trade and tourism sectors. The Port of Aqaba also serves other countries in the region.

    Aqaba's strategic location at the northeastern tip of the Red Sea between the continents of Asia and Africa, has made its port important over the course of thousands of years.

  • Day 8:

    Day at sea / Sea

  • Day 9:

    Day at sea / Sea

  • Day 10:

    Day at sea / Sea

  • Day 11:

    Day at sea / Sea

  • Day 12:

    Day at sea / Sea

  • Day 13:

    Day at sea / Sea

  • Day 14: 09:00-20:00

    Nutmeg / Oman

    Muscat is the capital and largest city of Oman. It is the seat of the Governorate of Muscat. According to the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI), the total population of Muscat Governorate reached 1.4 million as of September 2018. The metropolitan area spans approximately 3,500 km2 (1,400 sq mi) and includes six provinces called wilayats. Known since the early 1st century CE as an important trading port between the west and the east, Muscat was ruled by various indigenous tribes as well as foreign powers such as the Persians, the Portuguese Empire, the Iberian Union and the Ottoman Empire at various points in its history. A regional military power in the 18th century, Muscat's influence extended as far as East Africa and Zanzibar. As an important port-town in the Gulf of Oman, Muscat attracted foreign tradesmen and settlers such as the Persians and the Balochis. Since the ascension of Qaboos bin Said as Sultan of Oman in 1970, Muscat has experienced rapid infrastructural development that has led to the growth of a vibrant economy and a multi-ethnic society.

  • Day 15:

    Day at sea / Sea

  • Day 16: 08:00-18:00

    Doha / Qatar

    the capital of Qatar, in the eastern part of the country; pop 385,000 (est. 2007).

  • Day 17: 08:00-20:00

    Dubai / UAE

    Dubai  is the largest and most populous cityin the United Arab Emirates (UAE). On the southeast coast of the Persian Gulf, it is the capital of the Emirate of Dubai, one of the seven emirates that make up the country.

    Dubai is a global city and business hub of the Middle East. It is also a major global transport hub for passengers and cargo. Oil revenue helped accelerate the development of the city, which was already a major mercantile hub, but Dubai's oil reserves are limited and production levels are low: today, less than 5% of the emirate's revenue comes from oil. A growing centre for regional and international trade since the early 20th century, Dubai's economy today relies on revenues from trade, tourism, aviation, real estate, and financial services.

    Dubai has attracted world attention through large construction projects and sports events, in particular the world's tallest building, the Burj Khalifa. As of 2012, Dubai was the most expensive city in the Middle East. In 2014, Dubai's hotel rooms were rated as the second most expensive in the world.

  • Day 18: 08:00-18:00

    Doha / Qatar

    the capital of Qatar, in the eastern part of the country; pop 385,000 (est. 2007).

  • Day 19: 08:00-19:00

    Manama / Bahrain

  • Day 20:

    Day at sea / Sea

  • Day 21: 07:00

    Abu Dhabi / UAE

    Abu Dhabi is the capital and the second most populous city of the United Arab Emirates (the most populous being Dubai), and also capital of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, the largest of the UAE's seven emirates. Abu Dhabi lies on a T-shaped island jutting into the Persian Gulf from the central western coast. The city of Abu Dhabi has an estimated population of 1.8 million in 2016.

    Abu Dhabi houses federal government offices, is the seat of the United Arab Emirates Government, home to the Abu Dhabi Emiri Family and the President of the UAE, who is from this family. Abu Dhabi's rapid development and urbanisation, coupled with the relatively high average income of its population, has transformed the city into a large and advanced metropolis. Today the city is the country's centre of political and industrial activities, and a major cultural and commercial centre, due to its position as the capital. Abu Dhabi accounts for about two-thirds of the roughly $400-billion United Arab Emirates economy.