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Extend your holiday with a two-night hotel stay before or after your cruise

MSC Cruises is about  freedom, and relaxation. Now, imagine enhancing your experience by pairing your cruise with a city stay, all expertly arranged by us in one easy booking. Whether you start your holiday early before boarding or extend it after disembarking, our options allow you to relax longer, experience more, and delve deeper into some incredible cities.

 

Available on select cruises during Summer 2025, Winter 2025-26, and Summer 2026, our Stay & Cruise packages allow you to linger in carefully chosen destinations worldwide. Explore the vibrant cities of Seattle and Vancouver in the Pacific Northwest, wander through the ancient treasures of Rome, or experience the bustling energy of New York from a skyscraper hotel. Enjoy Miami's lively atmosphere and beachside retreats, admire the birthplace of democracy in Athens while savouring local flavours, or take in the sights of Venice with its famous gondolas and exquisite cuisine.

 

Whether you'd rather unwind and rejuvenate before your cruise or don't want your holiday to end, our packages are the perfect option. We take care of all the details, including four-star hotel bookings, breakfast and ship transfers, allowing you to enjoy a seamless and unforgettable journey without the stress of planning. Every package also includes an ashore excursion, allowing you to be fully immersed in your destination. Wherever you stay, you're guaranteed a unique and enriching experience in a must-see city, curated just for you with MSC Cruises' expertise.
 

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Embark on a journey through time to discover the ancient cultures of Athens, Rome and Venice, or experience the breathtaking skylines of New York, Miami, Seattle, and Vancouver. Each Stay & Cruise destination offers a unique experience!

STAY AND CRUISE

Athens

If you're planning an Eastern Mediterranean cruise in Summer 2025 with Athens at the centre of your thoughts, our Stay and Cruise experience is just right for you! Before the beginning of your cruise journey, you can explore the majestic history of Greece with a two-night pre-stay hotel in Athens. Thanks to the included excursion, you will join a guided tour discovering the best sites of the Greek capital, such as Constitution Square, the Temple of Zeus, the Royal Palace, the old Marble Olympic stadium and the Acropolis with its world-famous Parthenon.

 Available on MSC Sinfonia cruises departing from Piraeus (Athens).

Additional Information

Here’s some helpful information to get you started on planning your holiday in Athens

What's included in the Stay & Cruise package?

The Stay & Cruise package includes: 

  • 7-night cruise 

  • 2-night hotel stay (bed and breakfast) in Athens before the cruise.  

  • Transfers: Airport/Hotel and Hotel/Ship.  

  • 1 excursion to explore Athens's top attractions 

Which hotels are included?

The Stay & Cruise fare offers accommodation (with breakfast included) in the following four-star hotel: 

  • The President Hotel or similar 

The hotel may vary depending on the dates and will be confirmed during the booking. 

Which are the excursions included?

After breakfast, Guests are invited to join their tour guide in the hotel lobby and embark on a bus panoramic tour of the historic centre of Athens. The tour includes key landmarks such as Hadrian's Arch, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and the Panathenaic Stadium. Guests will then explore the city's most remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site-the Acropolis-during a fully guided tour.  

As the journey continues, Guests are encouraged to stroll through the narrow streets of Plaka, the oldest neighbourhood in Athens. Here, they can indulge in the flavours of a popular Souvlaki wrap. After this culinary delight, Guests will join their bus, which will transport them to Piraeus port for embarkation. 

The morning excursion begins at the hotel and concludes at Piraeus Port, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience for all Guests. 

STAY AND CRUISE

Rome

Set sail on a Western Mediterranean cruise and experience the wonders of Rome – the iconic Eternal City – where ancient landmarks, vibrant culture, and unforgettable moments await. With our Stay & Cruise package, you'll enjoy a two-night stay in a hotel in Rome (either before or after your cruise), giving you the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the charm of the Italian capital, especially in this Jubilee year.

An included excursion will take you to the magnificent Basilica of St Paul Outside the Walls. Then, on a hop-on, hop-off bus tour, you'll admire the Colosseum and many other iconic landmarks before reaching the Vatican area, where you'll enjoy a guided visit inside the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St Peter’s Basilica.

Available with cruises on MSC Grandiosa, MSC Seaview, MSC Divina, MSC Splendida and MSC Orchestra departing from Civitavecchia.

Additional Information

Here’s some helpful information to get you started on planning your holiday in Rome.

What's included in the Stay & Cruise package?

  • The Stay & Cruise package includes: 

    7-night cruise 
    Two-night hotel stay (bed and breakfast) in Rome before the cruise.  
    Transfers: Airport/Hotel and Hotel/Ship.  
    1 excursion to explore Rome’s top attractions 

Which hotels are included?

The Stay & Cruise fare offers accommodation (with breakfast included) in the following four-star hotel: 

  • Radisson Blu GHR Roma or similar
    The hotel may vary depending on the dates and will be confirmed during the booking. 

Which are the excursions included?

THE PRECIOUS PAPAL MARVELS OF ROME

Admire the spiritual epicentre of Catholicism, the Vatican City, as part of our Stay & Cruise Package in Rome. This meticulously designed tour of the home to the Pope will take place during one of its most sacred times, as the Catholic Church celebrates its quarter-centennial Jubilee year in 2025. Since 1300, the holy Lubilaeum has witnessed pilgrims from across the world head to the Vatican City to reestablish their relationship with God. Being in situ during such a significant moment is an exceptional opportunity to connect with centuries of history.

The day-long excursion begins with a transfer from your hotel to the Vatican City. Once there, guests will have the chance to explore the majestic Vatican Museums, filled to the brim with precious masterpieces from marble statues, Raphael frescoes and – of course – the iconic Sistine Chapel, painted by Michelangelo. Whether wandering past timeless works of old masters in the Pio Clementine Museum or the ancient sculptures in the Belvedere Courtyard, you will enjoy skip-the-line access. 

You’ll also see the epic Renaissance showpiece, St Peter's Basilica, in all its exquisite wonder, including Michelangelo's La Pietà and its wide, sweeping piazza. Plus, as it's the Lubilaeum, you will have the rare chance to walk through a sacred holy door. Typically shut at all other times, this is an unforgettable opportunity. 

In fact, every jewel in the Vatican's crown will leave a lasting impression on your soul. From its magnificent grandeur to its rich artistic legacy, you will be changed, whether through a deep sense of inspiration, a sudden moment of intense awe, or a quiet period of spiritual reflection. 

Enriching, energising and everlasting: each experience will stay with you long after your cruise has ended. 

STAY AND CRUISE

Venice

This summer, make your holiday extra special with a two-night stay (before or after your cruise) in a hotel in Venice (Mestre) – one of the most beautiful and unique cities in Europe.
 
As well as transfers to/from your cruise ship, the package includes a public transport pass, the Chorus Pass to some of Venice's oldest churches and a guided walking tour of the city's magnificent history, from the Rialto Bridge to San Marco. Blissful!

Available with cruises on MSC Armonia, MSC Lirica and MSC Opera departing from Venice - Marghera.

Additional Information

Here’s some helpful information to get you started on planning your holiday in Venice

What's included in the Stay & Cruise package?

  • The Stay & Cruise package includes: 

    7-night cruise 
    Two-night hotel stay (bed and breakfast) in Rome before the cruise.  
    Transfers: Airport/Hotel and Hotel/Ship.  
    1 excursion to explore Rome’s top attractions 

Which hotels are included?

The Stay & Cruise fare offers accommodation (with breakfast included) in the following four-star hotel: 

  • Radisson Blu GHR Roma or similar
    The hotel may vary depending on the dates and will be confirmed during the booking. 

Which are the excursions included?

THE PRECIOUS PAPAL MARVELS OF ROME

Admire the spiritual epicentre of Catholicism, the Vatican City, as part of our Stay & Cruise Package in Rome. This meticulously designed tour of the home to the Pope will take place during one of its most sacred times, as the Catholic Church celebrates its quarter-centennial Jubilee year in 2025. Since 1300, the holy Lubilaeum has witnessed pilgrims from across the world head to the Vatican City to reestablish their relationship with God. Being in situ during such a significant moment is an exceptional opportunity to connect with centuries of history.

The day-long excursion begins with a transfer from your hotel to the Vatican City. Once there, guests will have the chance to explore the majestic Vatican Museums, filled to the brim with precious masterpieces from marble statues, Raphael frescoes and – of course – the iconic Sistine Chapel, painted by Michelangelo. Whether wandering past timeless works of old masters in the Pio Clementine Museum or the ancient sculptures in the Belvedere Courtyard, you will enjoy skip-the-line access. 

You’ll also see the epic Renaissance showpiece, St Peter's Basilica, in all its exquisite wonder, including Michelangelo's La Pietà and its wide, sweeping piazza. Plus, as it's the Lubilaeum, you will have the rare chance to walk through a sacred holy door. Typically shut at all other times, this is an unforgettable opportunity. 

In fact, every jewel in the Vatican's crown will leave a lasting impression on your soul. From its magnificent grandeur to its rich artistic legacy, you will be changed, whether through a deep sense of inspiration, a sudden moment of intense awe, or a quiet period of spiritual reflection. 

Enriching, energising and everlasting: each experience will stay with you long after your cruise has ended. 

STAY AND CRUISE

Miami

Planning a cruise to the Caribbean? Make your holiday extra-special by starting it with an additional twonight pre-stay  hotel in Miami with an excursion included. You will start your memorable tour of Miami's top attractions enjoying the views of the Miami's renowned collection of art deco architecture, the largest in the world. Then you will peer out at the beautiful Miami Beach where you can learn from our guide how art and music drive the city's dynamic culture.
 

Available with MSC World America and MSC Seascape cruises departing from Miami, until March 2026.

Additional Information

Here’s some helpful information to get you started on planning your holiday in Miami.

What's included in the Stay & Cruise package?

The Stay & Cruise package includes: 

  • 7-night cruise 

  • two-night hotel stay (bed and American breakfast) in Miami before the cruise.  

  • Transfers: Airport/Hotel and Hotel/Ship

  • 1 excursion to explore Miami's top attractions 

Which hotels are included?

The Stay & Cruise fare offers accommodation (with American breakfast included) in the following four-star hotels: 

  • Yotel Miami or similar. 

The hotel may vary depending on the dates and will be confirmed during the booking. 

Which are the excursions included?

THE BRILLIANT BUZZ OF MARVELLOUS MIAMI

The sun. The sea. The sand. The sunsets. Miami is much-loved for a reason. The ultimate American seaside getaway, there's plenty to discover beyond its beautiful beaches and warm waters. From candied architectural delights to tropical gardens, sizzling Latin American cultures and art museums, there are sensational surprises in store. And as part of our Stay & Cruise package, a fascinating city tour is included for the perfect introduction to Miami's beauty and buzz. 

This captivating and colourful tour starts in Miami's iconic district of South Beach. Art Deco-lined oceanfront boulevards compete for attention against swaying palms, beautiful boutiques, and crystal-clear waters in this pastel-hued playground. The tour will then cross to the skyscrapers of downtown and the financial district to get a taste of Miami's dynamic diversity.

Little Havana is next on the itinerary, with the legendary enclave everything you could imagine. Vibrant and vivacious, the smell of coffee, the sound of salsa music and the colour of the Calle Ocho will captivate guests as they are fully immersed in the neighbourhood's bright Cuban culture. The exploration continues through other beautiful surrounding boroughs, each offering a unique glimpse of the city's variety. From the lush tropical verdancy of bohemian Coconut Grove to the Mediterranean style of Coral Gables' green avenues, you'll discover Miami magic at every turn.

*Duration is approximately four hours with hotel pick-up scheduled for 8:30am-9am. Tour will end at Miami Port for embarkation. 

STAY AND CRUISE

New York

Enhance your holiday experience with an additional two- or three-night stay in New York before embarking on your Caribbean cruise. Immerse yourself in this amazing city by staying in a central hotel in Manhattan with an excursion included to discover the big apple. The tour will start from the hotel passing by the Empire State Building to visit some of the most iconic neighborhoods of New York City such as Greenwich Village, Soho and Lower Manhattan. Pass by the City Hall as you make your way southwestward, arriving at Battery Park where you can spot the Statue of Liberty and New York Bay. You'll continue the excursion exploring the World Trade Centre and visiting Chinatown and Little Italy before concluding the tour in Dumbo, Brooklyn.

Available with MSC Meraviglia cruises departing from New York, until March 2026.

Additional Information

Here’s some helpful information to get you started on planning your holiday in New York.

What's included in the Stay & Cruise package?

The Stay & Cruise package includes: 

  • 7-night cruise 

  • 2-night hotel stay (bed and breakfast) in Athens before the cruise.  

  • Transfers: Airport/Hotel and Hotel/Ship.  

  • 1 excursion to explore Athens's top attractions 

Which hotels are included?

The Stay & Cruise fare offers accommodation (with breakfast included) in the following four-star hotel: 

  • The President Hotel or similar 

The hotel may vary depending on the dates and will be confirmed during the booking. 

Which are the excursions included?

After breakfast, Guests are invited to join their tour guide in the hotel lobby and embark on a bus panoramic tour of the historic centre of Athens. The tour includes key landmarks such as Hadrian's Arch, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and the Panathenaic Stadium. Guests will then explore the city's most remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site-the Acropolis-during a fully guided tour.  

As the journey continues, Guests are encouraged to stroll through the narrow streets of Plaka, the oldest neighbourhood in Athens. Here, they can indulge in the flavours of a popular Souvlaki wrap. After this culinary delight, Guests will join their bus, which will transport them to Piraeus port for embarkation. 

The morning excursion begins at the hotel and concludes at Piraeus Port, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience for all Guests. 

STAY AND CRUISE

Seattle and Vancouver

Discover Seattle in the summer of 2026, either before or after your Alaska cruise. Trade tranquillity for cosmopolitan vibrancy as you elevate your trip to the wild beauty of Alaska with a two- or three-night pre/post-cruise stay in stunning Seattle, experiencing everything from Starbucks to the Space Needle. You can then extend your adventure with an additional two-night stay in a downtown hotel in Canada's vibrant Vancouver.

Available with MSC Poesia cruises departing from Seattle.

Additional Information

Here’s some helpful information to get you started on planning your holiday in Seattle or Vancouver.

What's included in the Stay & Cruise package?

  • The Stay & Cruise package includes: 

    7-night cruise 
    Two-night hotel stay (bed and breakfast) in Rome before the cruise.  
    Transfers: Airport/Hotel and Hotel/Ship.  
    1 excursion to explore Rome’s top attractions 

Which hotels are included?

The Stay & Cruise fare offers accommodation (with breakfast included) in the following four-star hotel: 

  • Radisson Blu GHR Roma or similar
    The hotel may vary depending on the dates and will be confirmed during the booking. 

Which are the excursions included?

THE PRECIOUS PAPAL MARVELS OF ROME

Admire the spiritual epicentre of Catholicism, the Vatican City, as part of our Stay & Cruise Package in Rome. This meticulously designed tour of the home to the Pope will take place during one of its most sacred times, as the Catholic Church celebrates its quarter-centennial Jubilee year in 2025. Since 1300, the holy Lubilaeum has witnessed pilgrims from across the world head to the Vatican City to reestablish their relationship with God. Being in situ during such a significant moment is an exceptional opportunity to connect with centuries of history.

The day-long excursion begins with a transfer from your hotel to the Vatican City. Once there, guests will have the chance to explore the majestic Vatican Museums, filled to the brim with precious masterpieces from marble statues, Raphael frescoes and – of course – the iconic Sistine Chapel, painted by Michelangelo. Whether wandering past timeless works of old masters in the Pio Clementine Museum or the ancient sculptures in the Belvedere Courtyard, you will enjoy skip-the-line access. 

You’ll also see the epic Renaissance showpiece, St Peter's Basilica, in all its exquisite wonder, including Michelangelo's La Pietà and its wide, sweeping piazza. Plus, as it's the Lubilaeum, you will have the rare chance to walk through a sacred holy door. Typically shut at all other times, this is an unforgettable opportunity. 

In fact, every jewel in the Vatican's crown will leave a lasting impression on your soul. From its magnificent grandeur to its rich artistic legacy, you will be changed, whether through a deep sense of inspiration, a sudden moment of intense awe, or a quiet period of spiritual reflection. 

Enriching, energising and everlasting: each experience will stay with you long after your cruise has ended.