MSC Cruises has confirmed its World Cruise 2028: a 115-night voyage aboard MSC Magnifica calling at 42 destinations across 29 countries and six continents. Departing in January 2028 and returning in April, the programme positions MSC’s most extensive world cruise to date as the line’s headline 2028 product.
If you are considering an extended voyage, the 2028 itinerary covers a Mediterranean start, Pacific crossing via the Panama Canal, time in Australasia and Southeast Asia, then a return through India and the Suez. Seven overnight stays sit alongside 15 included shore excursions, and the Dine and Drink package is bundled into the fare. Call our specialists on 020 7947 0270 to register interest or browse our world cruises page for current availability.
Last updated: 21 May 2026
MSC World Cruise 2028: The 30-second view
| Ship | MSC Magnifica (with MSC Yacht Club) |
| Sailing window | January to April 2028 |
| Duration | 115 nights |
| Destinations | 42 |
| Countries | 29 |
| Continents | 6 (Europe, Africa, South America, Oceania, Asia, North America) |
| Overnight stays | 7 |
| Included shore excursions | 15 |
| Drinks package | Dine and Drink package included in fare |
| Notable transit | Panama Canal and Suez Canal |
| Best for | UK travellers wanting a single-line, single-ship round-the-world voyage |
The MSC World Cruise 2028 itinerary, in three acts
MSC has structured the 2028 programme around three regional “acts”, each with its own character. This makes the 115 nights easier to digest if you are sailing the whole voyage, and easier to slice into segments if you are not.
Act one: Mediterranean to Pacific via the Panama Canal
The opening leg leaves the Mediterranean, crosses the Atlantic to the Caribbean, and transits the Panama Canal into the Pacific. Caribbean calls sit alongside Pacific Central American ports before the ship pushes south and west toward the South Pacific.
Act two: New Zealand and Southeast Asia
The second act takes in the Maori heritage of New Zealand, mainland Australia and the cultural breadth of Southeast Asia. Expect overnight stays in marquee cities so you can spend meaningful time ashore rather than the usual six-hour port window.
Act three: Thailand back to Europe via India and the Suez
The closing leg sails west from Thailand, through India and the Arabian Peninsula, transits the Suez Canal, and crosses the Mediterranean back to the embarkation region. The two canal transits, Panama in act one and Suez in act three, are highlights for many world-cruise sailors.
Which ship is the 2028 World Cruise on?
MSC Magnifica, freshly remodelled to include the MSC Yacht Club, hosts the 2028 World Cruise. Magnifica is a smaller, quieter ship than MSC’s newest mega-class vessels, which suits a long voyage. The MSC Yacht Club is an exclusive ship-within-a-ship area with priority embarkation, butler service, dedicated dining and a private lounge, and is worth considering if you are sailing the full programme.
What is included in the MSC World Cruise 2028 fare?
- 7 overnight port stays for meaningful time ashore
- 15 included shore excursions
- The Dine and Drink package across the ship
- Day and night entertainment programme
- Optional MSC Yacht Club upgrade for premium experience
The included Dine and Drink package is the single biggest budget variable removed from a typical world-cruise fare. Adding it up across 115 nights, this represents meaningful value compared with paying per drink and per speciality dinner on shorter voyages.
Specialist view: who should book MSC’s 2028 World Cruise
This is a properly designed world cruise. The three-act format means you spend meaningful time in each region rather than ticking off ports, and the Dine and Drink package being included takes a big variable out of the 115-night budget. Call early because the MSC Yacht Club cabins go first.
Robin, Sales, Paramount Cruises
Frequently Asked Questions about MSC World Cruise 2028
The full voyage runs for 115 nights, sailing from January to April 2028.
Yes. MSC offers segment bookings alongside the full 115-night voyage, so you can join in the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, Australasia or Asia depending on availability. Speak to our specialists for the latest segment options.
MSC Magnifica. The ship has been remodelled to feature the exclusive MSC Yacht Club ahead of the voyage.
Yes. The Dine and Drink package is bundled into the world cruise fare.
15 shore excursions are included in the world cruise fare, spread across the 42 destinations on the itinerary.
World cruise cabins, particularly MSC Yacht Club suites, sell out 12 to 18 months ahead of departure. With a January 2028 sailing date, booking now is sensible if you want choice on cabin grade and location.
Book your MSC World Cruise 2028 with Paramount Cruises
If the 2028 MSC World Cruise is on your shortlist, call our cruise specialists on 020 7947 0270 to register interest, check current cabin availability, and discuss the MSC Yacht Club upgrade. You can also browse our full range of world cruises across MSC and other lines to compare your options.
