China & South Korea with MSC Bellissima
Your Route
| Date | Destination | To | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 23/08/26 | Shanghai, China | 17:00 | ||
| 1 | Mon 24/08/26 | Gangjeong (Jeju), South Korea | 14:30 | 22:00 |
| 2 | Tue 25/08/26 | Busan, South Korea | 10:00 | 21:00 |
| Wed 26/08/26 | (at sea) | |||
| 3 | Thu 27/08/26 | Shanghai, China | 07:00 | 17:00 |
| 4 | Fri 28/08/26 | Gangjeong (Jeju), South Korea | 14:30 | 22:00 |
| 5 | Sat 29/08/26 | Busan, South Korea | 10:00 | 21:00 |
| Sun 30/08/26 | (at sea) | |||
| Mon 31/08/26 | Shanghai, China | 07:00 |
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 Bellissima
The MSC Bellissima, Italian for "beautiful", is the sister ship of the MSC Meraviglia and offers a gross tonnage of 171.598 tons and can accommodate about 4488 passengers (with double occupancy). In spring 2019, the MSC Bellissima was delivered. At a length of 315 meters and with over 33,000 square meters of space for public areas, the ship is generously designed. To reduce emissions, the MSC Bellissima is also equipped with a shore power connection. In addition, there are a number of technological innovations, such as Near Field Communication Technology (NFC), that allows passengers to pay via smartwatches, wristbands or smartphones on board, open their cabins or locate their children. Thanks to its extreme maneuverability, the MSC Bellissima can easily dock in almost every cruise port in the world.
About MSC Cruises
Welcome aboard MSC Cruises! The cruise line was founded in 1970 and is the cruise division of the container shipping company Mediterranean Shipping Company. 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 Bellissima data
- Category: Meraviglia Class
- Built in: 2019
- Home port: Valetta
- Length: 316 metres
- Tonnage: 171,598 BRZ
- Speed: 23,15 knots
- Decks: 19
- Passengers: 5,655
- Crew: 1595
- Language: German, Italian, English, French, Spanish
- Currency: € or US-$ (depending on the destination)
- Internet: Starlink from SpaceX, internet café and Wi-Fi (fee required)
MSC Bellissima staterooms
The 2,244 staterooms on the MSC Bellissima will be designed modern and comfortable, with a bathroom (shower and WC), minibar, safe and TV. The interior staterooms are approx. 16 sqm in size while the oceanview staterooms are between 15-22 sqm. The balcony staterooms are approx. 19-22 sqm and the suites start from 27 sqm according to the stateroom category. Some balcony staterooms and some suites have a bathtub. In addition, there are new family staterooms which can be combined from 2 or 3 staterooms- for more comfort for all family members. Even single travelers can enjoy their cruise in about 12 qm single interior staterooms that are bookable. Furthermore, there are the duplex maisonette suites with private whirlpool on board as well as an extended MSC Yacht Club with numerous solariums, jacuzzis and a separate member-only restaurant. Furthermore, there is the first 'crystal cabin' on board the Bellissima with shiny crystal elements everywhere to extend the beauty of the ship.
Atmosphere on board the MSC Bellissima
On board, guests can expect an overwhelming atmosphere on one of the most modern ships. The atmosphere on the ships of MSC Cruises is pleasant and relaxed, many entertainment and sports facilities provide variety on board and culinary delights are offered in the various restaurants. The typical cheerful italian way of life awaits you on board the Bellissima.
MSC Bellissima Restaurants, bars & lounges
The cuisine on the MSC Bellissima is, as is typical of the cruise line's ships, Mediterranean in style and offers culinary variety and diversity in many different restaurants. 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.
- Il Ciliegio (main restaurant): Sample freshly prepared dishes in an elegant ambience.
- Le Cerisier (main restaurant): Enjoy fine dining in the à la carte restaurant.
- Lighthouse Restaurant (main restaurant): The modern restaurant offers international dishes.
- Posidonia restaurant (main restaurant): Look forward to culinary highlights and exquisite dishes.
Guests of the MSC Yacht Club also have access to an exclusive restaurant with gourmet creations and five-star service.
You pay a surcharge in the following speciality restaurants:
- Butcher's Cut: savour high-quality Angus beef, for example, in the steakhouse.
- Hola! Tapas bar: Try Latin American and Mexican dishes such as tacos, nachos or empanadas.
- Kaito Sushi Bar: Sample Japanese specialities such as exquisite sushi or soup.
- Kaito Teppanyaki: You can watch Japanese delicacies being prepared at the cooking stations.
- Sea Pavilion by Jereme Leung (on cruises in China): Look forward to contemporary Asian fusion cuisine.
In the various lounges and bars (not included), you can enjoy a relaxing cappuccino in the Jean-Philippe Maury Chocolat & Café in the afternoon, savour delicious cocktails in the Carousel Lounge or have an aperitif before dinner in the Infinity Bar. We also recommend the Champagne Bar, where oysters, crab and caviar are served alongside champagne and wine.
MSC Bellissima Entertainment, sports and relaxation
On board there is a huge entertainment area:a huge water park as well as a huge sports area, the Sportplex. Here, you can do sports during the day . During the night, the Sportplex will be changed to a disco. At the F1 simulator you can take part in exciting races and challenge the other travellers. With your family, you can find out who throws the most ‘strikes’ in the full-size bowling alley or take part in dance competitions in the DOREMIX Family Disco with the mascot Doremi as DJ. The indoor boardwalk spans two decks and features shops, bars, specialty restaurants, and the largest LED screen at sea - a digital sky that provides insights into ongoing events, sunrises and sunsets, and the nightly starry sky. In addition, you can look forward to various events with special themes such as the White Party, Glow Party, Sunshine Party and Golden Party.
MSC Bellissima children
There is plenty to discover on board for children of all ages: Thrill seekers can master a high rope course 80 metres above the sea. In the water park, pool areas and several slides, a funnel slide and two fast-paced tube slides, await for plenty of fun. In the LEGO® play area, children have the opportunity to build great things every day. In addition, parents and children can compete against each other and win great prizes in various family game shows such as the LEGO® game show or the MSC BOOM show with modern technology.
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 looks after 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. In the Teens Club, special events such as an exclusive teens' edition of the Silent Disco also provide entertainment.
Our summary
The European-Italian atmosphere also makes the MSC Bellissima a lively and cheerful ship. The ship is recommended for anyone who wants variety, entertainment and "colorful" days on board. Families will feel very comfortable too. This ship of superlatives is itself a destination.
Tipps & Infos
Choose your MSC Cruises experience:
Bella Experience
- Guaranteed staterooms: MSC Cruises assigns the stateroom number to you
- Discounted drink package option available at the time of booking, not valid for cruises in South America/South Africa
- Continental breakfast in the stateroom, delivery at extra cost
- With Club membership: Possibility to collect MSC Voyagers Club points
- Rebooking of the booking at extra cost in accordance with the terms and conditions
Fantastica Experience
- Choice of your preferred stateroom number in a preferred location on the upper decks
- Upgrade to a higher stateroom category in case MSC Cruises changes the stateroom number due to operational changes
- Free choice of dinner time subject to availability
- Delivery of breakfast to the stateroom
- Deliveries in 24-hour stateroom service, ordered products at an extra charge
- Discounted drink package option available at the time of booking, not valid for cruises in South America/South Africa
- Special price for a restaurant package in the specialty restaurants when booking up to two days before embarkation, excluding MSC Armonia/Sinfonia and world cruises
- You can rebook your cruise (travel dates or itinerary) free of charge up to 30 days before departure. Good to know: The newly rebooked cruise must take place within 3 months of the original booked departure.
- With Club membership: Possibility to collect MSC Voyagers Club points
Aurea Experience
- All Fantastica Experience benefits
- Preferred check-in and luggage on embarkation day in MSC Cruises home ports
- Access to the thermal area in the MSC Aurea Spa for adults, reservation required
- Advantage prices for selected massages when booking up to two days before departure
- 10 % discount on all spa treatments when booking on board
- Access to the TOP sun deck
- My Choice Dining: Dining in a dedicated area in the main restaurant with flexible dining times
- Welcome package with prosecco & chocolate
- Bathrobe and slippers in each stateroom
- Selection of pillows
Aurea Suite Experience
- All Aurea Experience benefits
- Amenities for relaxation in the suite, e.g. individual MED articles in the bathroom
- Espresso machine in the suite
- High-quality minibar with first refill included
- Ironing service with 2 items of clothing per suite
- Preferential access to the tender boats in tender ports
- Invitation to an exclusive Aurea Suite event
MSC Yacht Club Experience
- Priority check-in and check-out for embarkation/disembarkation
- Priority departure and return on excursion days
- 24-hour butler and concierge service as well as room service
- Premium Extra all inclusive drinks package for drinks worth up to 14 € or 16 $ in all areas of the ship (except Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, and the MSC Virtuosa Starship Club) and on MSC's private island Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve: Premium brand spirits, liqueurs and corks, wine and champagne by the glass, premium cocktails and all non-alcoholic beverages including beers and cocktails, draft and bottled beer, specialty coffees, tea, hot chocolate, fruit juices, smoothies, soft drinks, still/sparkling water; limited to 15 alcoholic beverages per person/day (24-hour count starting at 6:00 AM); 25 % discount on bottles of wine and champagne purchased on board
- Daily replenished minibar with a large selection of drinks (e.g. juices, lemonade, iced tea, bottled water, beer)
- Welcome package with prosecco & chocolate
- Bathrobe and slippers in each stateroom
- Selection of pillows
- On request: Luggage packing/unpacking service
- On request: Newspaper directly delivered to your stateroom
- Premium Browse internet package (surfing the internet, emails, sending/receiving pictures, chatting with messenger apps) with unlimited data volume for two devices per person
- Exclusive MSC Yacht Club gourmet restaurant with free choice of dining time
- Access to the MSC Aurea Spa thermal area for adults, reservation required
- Special price for selected massages when booking up to two days before departure
- 10 % discount on all spa treatments when booking on board
- Exclusive access to the Panoramic Top Sail Lounge with bar, afternoon tea service, small snacks and live entertainment in the evening
- Exclusive pool area with sun deck, whirlpools, loungers and grill & bar
- Special price for a restaurant package in the specialty restaurants when booking up to two days before embarkation, excluding MSC Armonia/Sinfonia and world cruises
- MSC for Me wristband for guests aged 12 years and older where available
- On request: Exclusive (optionally bookable) MSC Yacht Club excursions with small groups or tailormade shore excursions
- On request: Optional private shopping experiences
- You can rebook your cruise (travel dates or itinerary) free of charge up to 30 days before departure. Good to know: The newly rebooked cruise must take place within 3 months of the original booked departure.
- With Club membership: Possibility to collect MSC Voyagers Club points
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 European-Italian atmosphere also makes the MSC Bellissima a lively and cheerful ship. The ship is recommended for anyone who wants variety, entertainment and "colorful" days on board. Families will feel very comfortable too. This ship of superlatives is itself a destination.
