Western Mediterranean Cruise with MSC Seaview
Your Route
| Date | Destination | To | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 29/08/26 | Genoa, Italy | 18:00 | ||
| 1 | Sun 30/08/26 | Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy | 08:00 | 19:00 |
| 2 | Mon 31/08/26 | Palermo (Sicily), Italy | 11:00 | 20:00 |
| Tue 01/09/26 | (at sea) | |||
| 3 | Wed 02/09/26 | Ibiza, Spain | 11:30 | 23:00 |
| 4 | Thu 03/09/26 | Barcelona, Spain | 09:00 | 19:00 |
| 5 | Fri 04/09/26 | Marseilles, France | 09:00 | 18:00 |
| Sat 05/09/26 | Genoa, Italy | 09:00 |
Arrival & Departure Options
The Seascanner Rail&Fly ticket can only be used in conjunction with an international flight to/from a German airport or to/from Salzburg and Basel (for flights to/from Amsterdam, Zurich, Brussels and Vienna, this service is available on request for an additional charge). It applies to DB (Deutsche Bahn) routes from all German stations on all scheduled regular trains (including ICE, IC and EC). Unfortunately, a BahnCard discount cannot be granted. Children (up to and including 14 years of age) travel free of charge when accompanied by their parents/grandparents. The Rail&Fly can be used on the day before the outbound flight and on the day after the return flight.
You will receive a voucher code per person and route after the booking of the Seascanner Rail&Fly ticket. The voucher codes can be reedemed on kreuzfahrtberater.bahnanreise.de by selecting the desired connection from those displayed. You will then receive the digital ticket as a PDF download and/or by e-mail. Nevertheless, you are flexible in your use of the trains (provided you keep the selected route and travel day). The journey must be completed by 10 AM on the following day. Rebooking/cancellation is possible on request. For more information, please visit http://www.kreuzfahrtberater.de/deutsche-bahn.
All advertised airfares are "from-prices" and will only be reconfirmed by MSC Cruises upon booking.
Additionally, the 2nd Class Rail&Fly ticket is included - for a comfortable journey between your place of residence in Germany and the German airport.
About MSC Seaview
The MSC Seaview is a state-of-the-art, casual vessel and the second ship in the Seaside class. With a length of 323 meters, the ship can accommodate up to 5429 passengers, who can expect great fun and variety for the whole family. The look of the ship was inspired by the Miami Skyline. It offers guests the opportunity to spend a lot of time outdoors and has spacious outdoor areas and a large number of balcony cabins. In addition, a 360° promenade with a glass balustrade that surrounds the entire ship offers unparalleled views over the sea and the coastline. A fanastic view can also be seen in the glass elevators as well as in the atrium that ranges over four decks. The ship also has a shore power connection to reduce emissions. Especially family cruises like to be booked with MSC Seaview.
About MSC Cruises
Welcome aboard MSC Cruises! The cruise line was founded in 1988 and is part of the MSC Group, which also includes, among others, the container shipping company MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company (founded in 1970) and the luxury cruise line Explora Journeys. MSC Cruises is the world's largest privately family-owned cruise line (Aponte family) and has many years of expertise on the seven seas. The Aponte family has also established an independent charitable organisation, the MSC Foundation, which is also present on board and supports many humanitarian and environmental projects.
MSC Cruises offers its guests a Mediterranean and modern lifestyle at a good price-performance ratio. Guests of all ages feel at home on the sometimes colourful, sometimes understated ships. The ships are also well received on the German market and the number of German guests is growing steadily. A knowledge of English is recommended, although some services are also offered in German.
With the MSC Yacht Club, the ‘ship-within-a-ship concept’, MSC Cruises offers an exclusive area on selected ships with luxurious suites, its own restaurant with five-star service and other amenities.
MSC Seaview data
- Shipclass: Seaside Class
- Built in: 2018
- Home port: Valetta
- Length: 323 metres
- Tonnage: 153.516 BRZ
- Speed: 22,98 knots
- Decks: 20
- Passengers: 5.329
- Crew: 1.413
- Languages: German, Italian, English, French, Spanish
- Currency: € or US-$ (depending on the destination)
- Internet: Starlink from SpaceX, internet café and Wi-Fi (fee required)
MSC Seaview staterooms
The staterooms of MSC Seaview are modern and comfortable equipped. The inside and outside cabins are approximately 14-17 sqm. The balcony staterooms have about 17 sqm and the suites have 17-62 sqm depending on the category. All staterooms have air conditioning, interactive TV, telephone, mini bar and safe. Wi-Fi is available in all staterooms for a fee. Tip: In the 86 Yacht Club suites which span over three decks, guests will find many amenities such as butler service, an on-site restaurant and in some cases even a private jacuzzi. This area is exclusively for suite-guests.
Atmosphere on board the MSC Seaview
Aboard MSC Seaview the atmosphere is relaxed and casual and the typical Italian joie de vivre of MSC cruises can be found. Particularly inviting are the spacious interior and exterior places which are cleverly connected. Typical for the ships of the MSC fleet are two evenings during the week where it is more elegant and festive clothing is recommended. For guests who do not want to participate the buffet restaurant offers the typical relaxed atmosphere. Good food and lots of entertainment complete the offer aboard the MSC Seaview.
MSC Seaview Restaurants, bars & lounges
There are many different main, buffet and speciality restaurants on board the MSC Seaview. The cuisine is Mediterranean-influenced and offers a culinary variety and exquisite dishes. Drinks are available for an extra charge or you can take advantage of a drinks package.
The following restaurants are included in the price:
- Marketplace Buffet (buffet restaurant): A variety of dishes from the hot and cold buffet as well as Mediterranean delicacies await you here.
- Ocean Point Restaurant & Buffet (buffet restaurant): The restaurant is particularly family-friendly.
- Golden Sand (main restaurant): Enjoy fine dining in the à la carte restaurant.
- Silver Dolphin (main restaurant): Look forward to culinary highlights and exquisite dishes in the restaurant decorated with dolphin sculptures.
Guests of the MSC Yacht Club have access to an exclusive restaurant with gourmet creations and five-star service.
You pay a surcharge in the following speciality restaurants:
- Asian Market Kitchen: Here you will find a pan-Asian restaurant, a sushi bar and the Teppanyaki speciality restaurant.
- Kaito Sushi Bar: Sample Japanese specialities such as exquisite sushi or soup.
- Butcher's Cut: Savour high-quality Angus beef in the steakhouse.
- Ocean Cay Restaurant: The luxurious restaurant offers a variety of fish dishes with fresh ingredients.
- L'Atelier Bistrot: Savour traditional French cuisine, e.g. fois gras pâté or crème brûlée.
The range of restaurants is complemented by numerous bars and lounges (not included): enjoy an afternoon cappuccino in the Venchi 1878 Chocolate Bar, for example, or have an aperitif before dinner in the Seaview Bar. We also recommend the Champagne Bar, where oysters, crabs and caviar are served alongside champagne.
MSC Seaview Entertainment, sports & relaxation
Due to a lot of possibilities guests of all ages feel welcome on this cruise ship. One highlight is the adventure park with a high rope course. Furthermore, there a different pools and slides with interactive games, lights or music that offer an unforgettable memory. Spectacular shows can be seen in the Metropolitan theatre in the evening or you can play bowling in the two bowling lanes. Theme parties provide diverse entertainment, and family-friendly events such as dance competitions at the DOREMIX Family Disco ensure fun for the whole family.
For relaxation, there is the popular Aurea Spa, a luxurious spa where body, mind and soul are brought into harmony. For the athletically active, the Fitness Studio by Technogym® offers state-of-the-art equipment for cardio and strength training as well as innovative courses and training programmes.
MSC Seaview chldren
The MSC Seaview offers a lot of fun for the whole family with bowling alleys in original size, a restaurant only for children, the Forest Aquaventure park with different slides and long a zip line.
Childcare is also provided: babies and toddlers aged between six months and two years are looked after by certified staff in the Baby Club, which was created in collaboration with the leading children's brand Chicco®. Toddlers aged three to six play in the MSC Mini Club and the Junior Club caters for children aged seven to eleven. MSC's experienced entertainers look after the children with various games and many sporting activities. During the day, 12 to 14-year-olds in the Young Club and 15 to 17-year-olds in the Teens Club can enjoy clubs equipped with the latest consoles, games and VR technology, a teen disco and a dinner organised exclusively for teenagers.
Our summary
The MSC Seaview is ideal for a cruise with the whole family, but also for a romantic holiday for two. Thanks to the generous outdoor areas, you will never get bored on a day at sea. With the MSC Seaview you will experience a perfect symbiosis of a real holiday by the sea paired with a full cruise. The price-performance ratio on board the MSC ships is good.
Tipps & Infos
Confirmation of stateroom numbers: Stateroom numbers are always confirmed by MSC Cruises under reserve, the cruise line reserves the right to change the stateroom after the booking.
MSC Voyages Club member numbers or vouchers: Please inform us about these within your reservation. The MSC Voyages Club member number has to be entered directly while booking in order to benefit from the club discount - if applicable for this cruise and rate - in order get it applied to the reservation.
Additional charges for cruise passengers: Some ports of call levy a separate charge for cruise passengers to support local infrastructure and promote sustainable tourism, amongst other things. MSC Cruises passes on these additional costs and charges them to your on-board account on the night following the port call. This currently applies to:
- Iceland destination fee: Mandatory for all passengers, approx. 11 € per day/person
- Greece destination fee: For all shore-goers; fee varies depending on port of call and season (approx. 1-20 € per person/port)
- Entry/exit fee for La Romana, Dominican Republic: 10 $ per person entry fee (Tarjeta de Turista) for all passengers who are going ashore, 20 $ per person exit fee for all passengers boarding. Travelers arriving by plane pay the fees twice (1. First entry by plane: 10 $ per person, 2. First departure upon the ship’s departure: 20 $ per person, 3. Second entry by ship: 10 $ per person, 4. Second departure by plane: 20 $ per person). For passengers with flights booked through MSC Cruises, the fees for the first entry and second departure are included in the airfare.
Recommendation: Changes of the hygiene, test, vaccination or entry requirements may occur shortly prior departure. We recommend to check the current regulations for travelers and returnees in time prior departure.
Required travel documents by MSC Cruises: Every passenger has to have a valid passport whose validity is still given 6 months after the trip. For all cruises that only call ports in the EU including Norway and Iceland, German citizens only require identity card or children up to the age of 14 a children's passport or ePassport; these documents need a validity of 6 months after the trip.
Ratings
Our Expert Rating
The MSC Seaview is ideal for a cruise with the whole family, but also for a romantic holiday for two. Thanks to the generous outdoor areas, you will never get bored on a day at sea. With the MSC Seaview you will experience a perfect symbiosis of a real holiday by the sea paired with a full cruise. The price-performance ratio on board the MSC ships is good.
