MSC Cruises has announced that their new ship MSC Euribia will offer sailings out of Southampton throughout winter 2023/24. MSC Cruises have become known for their great Northern Europe sailings from Southampton being offered by some of the other MSC vessels such as their beloved MSC Virtuosa and MSC Preziosa but now more of the MSC ships will be offering this fabulous itinerary and others whilst sailing out of Southampton.
More about MSC Euribia’s Southampton itineraries
MSC Euribia will begin her Southampton Northern Europe Itineraries in October 2023 and they will include visits to destinations such as Amsterdam, Bruges and Paris. The Southampton itineraries available will be four-night, seven-night, and eleven-night options with ports of call to places such as Kiel, Brest, Cherbourg, Hamburg, Zeebrugge, Le Havre, La Rochelle, Bilbao and La Coruna. Four-night itineraries start from £123pp, with seven-night itineraries starting at £474pp and a 21-night winter sun itinerary including calls at Casablanca, the Canary Islands and Lisbon, departing on 5 January 2024 with prices starting at £2,399pp. Most of MSC Euribia’s sailings out of Southampton will offer the very popular Northern Europe itinerary from Southampton shown in the map above.
We are committed to offering the best possible experience for our guests from the UK and Ireland and that is why our newest ship, MSC Euribia, will be in the UK during 2023 and 2024. Since our first full ex-UK season back in 2018, we’ve seen a huge demand for stress-free, no-fly cruises from Southampton on board MSC Virtuosa. Basing MSC Euribia in the UK will help us to build on this success by offering our UK customers the chance to experience one of the most impressive cruise experiences offering leading sustainability technology and cutting-edge design features.”
UK and Ireland Managing Director Antonio Paradiso
Highlights of each port of call
Hamburg, Germany
Hamburg, a major port city in northern Germany, is connected to the North Sea by the Elbe River. It’s crossed by hundreds of canals, and also contains large areas of parkland. Near its core, Inner Alster lake is dotted with boats and surrounded by cafes. This truly is a beautiful city and with so much to do and see here, it is worth planning in advance! Here are just some of the most popular attractions and excursions in Hamburg:
- Miniatur Wunderland – A model railway and miniature airport attraction in Hamburg, Germany, the largest of its kind in the world
- Speicherstadt – The largest warehouse district in the world where the buildings stand on timber-pile foundations, oak logs, in this particular case
- Planten un Blomen – Botanic garden Park Planten un Blomen (plants and flowers) has fountains, a playground, and a rink for ice skating or blading
- International Maritime Museum – Learn about the history and future of shipping, and Hamburg’s importance, at this tremendous museum
- CHOCOVERSUM by HACHEZ – Interactive Chocolate tasting tour through Hamburg’s Chocolate museum tracing the process of chocolate making, with custom-made bars, tastings & a shop
Rotterdam, (Amsterdam) Netherlands
Rotterdam is a major port city in the Dutch province of South Holland. The Maritime Museum’s vintage ships and exhibits trace the city’s seafaring history. The 17th-century Delfshaven neighbourhood is home to canalside shopping and Pilgrim Fathers Church, where pilgrims worshipped before sailing to America. After being almost completely reconstructed following WWII, the city is now known for bold, modern architecture. Listed below are some of the popular things and excursions to do whilst in Rotterdam:
- The Hague, Delft and Rotterdam Sightseeing Tour – this attraction will bring you to the most historic sites and scenic spots in the Netherlands, which are The Hague, Delft and Rotterdam. On this tour, you will find out stories about the history of the Netherlands.
- Rotterdam Land & Sea splash tour – See Rotterdam aboard an amphibious land-and-water vehicle. A hit for all ages, this express tour showcases the must-see sights of Rotterdam from both the city streets
- Rotterdam’s fabulous food market – Markthal in Rotterdam is a stunning indoor food market which was opened in 2014. The Markthal indoor food market has 100 fresh produce sellers, 15 food shops and 8 restaurants.
- Amsterdam City and Canal Cruise – take in the sights and sounds of the hustle and bustle of Amsterdam’s city and learn about Amsterdam’s history and culture.
- Rotterdam walking tour – Learn about Rotterdam’s history and culture on this memorable tour.
Zeebrugge, (Bruges) Belgium
Zeebrugge is a seaside resort, it’s linked to the city of Bruges by the Baudouin Canal. The old fish market in the marina houses Seafront, a theme park focusing on the local seafaring and fishing heritage. Exhibits include a Russian submarine. In nearby Knokke-Heist, the For Freedom Museum evokes the area’s WWII history through dioramas. West along the coast are the De Fonteintjes wetland and dunes. The following list of attractions and excursions will give you an idea of how much this wonderful port of call has to offer:
- Bruges and Belgium Chocolate tasting experiences and workshops – taste some authentic Belgian chocolate and learn all about it and how its made on a number of different chocolate tours and tasting experiences
- Medieval Ghent & St Bavo Cathedral – learn all about the culture and history of the 89-meter-tall Gothic building is the seat of the Diocese of Ghent and is named for Saint Bavo of Ghent. It contains the well-known Ghent Altarpiece
- De Halve Maan Brewery – Family-run brewery with guided tours, a museum showcasing old brewing techniques plus dining areas.
- Bruges Beer Experience (Bruges Beer Museum) – At the Bruges Beer Experience you discover the most fascinating aspects of beer in a fun and innovative way
- Groeningemuseum – The Groeninge Museum provides a varied overview of the history of Belgian visual art, with a highlight of the world-renowned Flemish primitives
Le Havre, (Paris) France
Le Havre is a port city in the Seine-Maritime department in the Normandy region of northern France. It is situated on the right bank of the estuary of the river Seine on the Channel southwest of the Pays de Caux, very close to the Prime Meridian. Find out some of the excursions and attractions on offer when you visit Le Havre, France:
- Discover Ranville British war cemetery and gold beach
- Paris sightseeing tour – visit Paris from Le Havre via coach and take in all that Paris has to offer
- Museum of Modern Art Andre Malraux – The Musée d’art moderne André Malraux is a museum in Le Havre, France containing one of the nation’s most extensive collections of impressionist paintings.
- Natural History Museum – The Muséum d’Histoire Naturelle de Rouen is a museum in Rouen, northern France, founded in 1828 by Félix Archimède Pouchet
- Park Rouelles (The Bouteillerie) – Visit one of the green lungs of the city with its 395 acres of greenery to explore
Best Features
The Galleria Euribia is the longest and most breathtaking 305ft, LED Dome, that any cruise ship has produced. It will feature both main and speciality restaurants as well as a number of shops. The Galleria will be the local hub of MSC Euribia, where guests will socialize, have a few drinks, chill out and be entertained whilst onboard. Another feature that will really stand out on Euribia is the 5 bespoke pools, including one of the biggest and most advanced waterparks at sea. The pools will be able to accommodate over 1000 guests and the main pool will be one of the largest found at sea.
Elsewhere MSC Euribia will carry on the much-loved theme of a Lego-inspired kids club, making it the ideal ship for families. It will also be home to the beautiful Aurea Spa, where an exclusive Thermal area features a sauna, steam bath, whirlpool, hair and nail salon and a barber shop. A Balinese Spa will revitalize your body with relaxing massages and beauty treatments.
Finally, the MSC Yacht club on Euribia will have a dedicated restaurant, lounges, a large private pool with whirlpools, 24hr butler service and full access to the Thermal Suite in the Aurea Spa. The MSC Yacht Club on Euribia is truly the most luxurious offering MSC has to date.
Maiden Voyage
MSC Cruises have announced the 10th of June 2023 for MSC Euribia’s maiden voyage which will be a 7-night round trip to Northern Europe From Kiel itinerary including ports of call at Copenhagen, Hellesylt, Alesund, and Flam.
