Where is MSC Splendida today?
In Valletta, Malta
In port 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time, on day 5 of a 24-night cruise from Marseille to Buenos Aires (Nov 9 to Dec 3).
Next: Barcelona, Spain, Sun Nov 15 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM · then Gibraltar, Tue Nov 17, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Scheduled position from MSC Cruises' published itinerary, not live tracking. Ports can change for weather. Updated daily.
Next departure, Sun Nov 15: 11 nights from $1,104 · 14 nights from $1,308 · 17 nights from $1,525 · 18 nights from $1,156
Upcoming MSC Splendida cruises from $249 per person. See upcoming sailings ↓
Current cruise, day by day
24-night cruise, Marseille to Buenos Aires
Nov 9 to Dec 3, 2026 · 12 ports of call. Parts of this voyage are also sold on their own: 22-night cruise from Nov 10, 23-night cruise from Nov 10, 4-night cruise from Nov 11, 21-night cruise from Nov 11, 22-night cruise from Nov 11, 20-night cruise from Nov 12, 21-night cruise from Nov 12, 14-night cruise from Nov 15, 17-night cruise from Nov 15, 18-night cruise from Nov 15 and 4-night cruise from Nov 29.
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Where MSC Splendida sails, month by month
MSC Splendida sails from Trieste from April to November 2027, Bari from April to November 2027 and Athens (Piraeus) from April to November 2027 on 8- and 9-night cruises, also combined as 19 and 22 nights. From December 2026 to November 2027 its most frequent stops are Corfu Island (24 calls), Split (18) and Punta del Este (14). It also has longer sailings of 25 nights in November 2027.
- Dec 2026Buenos Aires · 9 sailings3, 8, 9 nightsSee sailings →
- Jan 2027Buenos Aires · 6 sailings9 nightsSee sailings →
- Feb 2027Buenos Aires · 7 sailings8, 9 nightsSee sailings →
- Mar 2027Buenos Aires · 10 sailings8 to 22 nightsSee sailings →
- Apr 2027Trieste · 10 sailings3 to 15 nightsSee sailings →
- May 2027Athens (Piraeus) · 13 sailings9 nightsSee sailings →
- Jun 2027Istanbul · 13 sailings9 nightsSee sailings →
- Jul 2027Trieste · 14 sailings9 nightsSee sailings →
- Aug 2027Athens (Piraeus) · 14 sailings9 nightsSee sailings →
- Sep 2027Bari · 13 sailings9 nightsSee sailings →
- Oct 2027Athens (Piraeus) · 14 sailings9 nightsSee sailings →
- Nov 2027Istanbul · 4 sailings4, 8, 9 nightsSee sailings →
Counts cover December 2026 to November 2027 from our listings (a port call is one port on one day). MSC Cruises may add sailings later. Each month opens that month's MSC Splendida sailings with prices.
MSC Splendida at a glance
MSC Splendida is a MSC Cruises cruise ship in the Fantasia (Modified) class. It entered service in 2009 (17 years ago) and was last refurbished in 2024. It carries 3,900 passengers and 1,313 crew, about 3.0 passengers per crew member. At 137,936 gross tons and 333 m (1,093 ft) long, it is a mega-ship (over 130,000 GT) with 18 decks and 1,637 cabins. It was built by STX Europe (St. Nazaire) and sails under the flag of Panama.
The MSC Splendida entered service in 2009 as part of MSC Cruises' contemporary fleet. Built by STX Europe in St. Nazaire, this 18-deck ship accommodates 3,900 passengers and carries a crew of 1,313 to support daily operations.
As a mainstream cruise vessel, the Splendida combines accessible pricing with modern onboard amenities across its substantial deck space. The ship's size and capacity make it well-suited for diverse itineraries and traveler preferences, offering the balance of activity and comfort typical of MSC's contemporary cruise offerings.
With over a decade of service, the Splendida continues to operate as a reliable option for families, couples, and group travelers seeking a mainstream cruise experience.
MSC Splendida specs
- Class
- Fantasia (Modified)
- Built
- 2009
- Refurbished
- 2024
- Gross Tonnage
- 137,936 GT
- Length
- 333 m
- Passengers
- 3,900
- Cabins
- 1,637
- Crew
- 1,313
- Decks
- 18
- Builder
- STX Europe (St. Nazaire)
- Flag
- Panama
- Age
- 17 years old
- Size
- Mega-ship
- Space Ratio
- 35.4 GT/pax
- Passenger-to-Crew
- 3.0:1
- Sister Ships
- 2 others in class
- Fleet Rank
- 16th largest of 25
- Typical Cruise
- 9 nights
- Primary Region
- Mediterranean
- Next Sailing
- Nov 15, 2026
- Family
- Kids Club on board
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MSC Splendida FAQ
Where is MSC Splendida right now?
According to MSC Cruises' published itinerary, MSC Splendida is scheduled to be in Valletta, Malta today (Friday, November 13, 2026), from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, on day 5 of a 24-night cruise from Marseille to Buenos Aires. On Sun Nov 15 it calls at Barcelona, Spain, and it ends in Buenos Aires on December 3. This is the scheduled position, not live tracking.
Where does MSC Splendida sail from?
Based on our listings as of November 12, 2026, MSC Splendida sails from Trieste, Italy from April to November 2027, Bari, Italy from April to November 2027 and Athens (Piraeus), Greece from April to November 2027 on 8- and 9-night cruises, also combined as 19 and 22 nights.
What ports does MSC Splendida visit?
Based on our listings as of November 12, 2026, MSC Splendida calls most often at Corfu Island, Kerkyra, Greece (24 calls), Split, Croatia (18), Punta del Este, Uruguay (14), Ilhabela, Brazil (14) and Camboriú, Brazil (12), counting calls from December 2026 to November 2027. Its sailings in that period visit 29 ports in all.
How many passengers does MSC Splendida carry?
MSC Splendida carries 3,900 passengers in 1,637 cabins. It has 1,313 crew, about 3.0 passengers per crew member.
When was MSC Splendida built and how old is it?
MSC Splendida entered service in 2009, so it is 17 years old. It was last refurbished in 2024.
How big is MSC Splendida?
MSC Splendida is 137,936 gross tons and 333 m (1,093 ft) long, with 18 decks. That makes it a mega-ship (over 130,000 GT).
How many crew work on MSC Splendida?
MSC Splendida has 1,313 crew.
What class of ship is MSC Splendida?
MSC Splendida belongs to the Fantasia (Modified) class, which has 2 other ships we track.
Which cruise line operates MSC Splendida?
MSC Splendida is operated by MSC Cruises.
Where was MSC Splendida built?
MSC Splendida was built by STX Europe (St. Nazaire).
How much does a cruise on MSC Splendida cost?
The cheapest upcoming MSC Splendida cruise we track starts from $249. Fares change daily, so set a price alert on a sailing to be emailed when it drops.
MSC Splendida prices
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