South Africa

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Inside
$419
Oceanview
$474
Balcony
$564
Suite
$817
* Port charges, taxes and fees included
 Cruise Length
5 Days
 Cruise Starts
Durban
 Cruise Finishes
Durban
5 Day South Africa Itinerary (MSC Cruises)
Countries Explored: South Africa, Mozambique
Ship
Departures
Passengers
2150
Crew
728
Launched
2004
Refurbished
2015
Cruise Code
UDQN

Overview

Begin and end your 5 day (4 night) cruise in Durban onboard MSC Opera and enjoy exclusive savings and cruise inclusions with MSC Cruises and Global Journeys.

Cruise Itinerary

Departs: 20:00

British colonial architecture prevails in Durban, yet natural beauty is what characterises this charming city on the Indian Ocean. Durban delights the traveller with its colourful mosaic of ethnic neighbourhoods and memorable excursions to game reserves and the traditional lifestyle of the Zulu people. Ships will dock at the N-Shed Passenger Terminal.

Top Things to Do in Durban:

  • spot animals at the Tala Game Reserve
  • shop at the Victoria Street Market
  • relax at the beaches of the Golden Mile
  • visit the PheZulu Safari Park

Onboard MSC you'll experience a welcoming atmosphere with a Mediterranean-inspired elegance. Enjoy a wide array of dining options, from gourmet restaurants to casual eateries and experience live performances, themed parties, and engaging activities for all ages, making it ideal for families, couples, and solo travelers alike.

Arrives: 07:00-08:00* Departs: 18:00

Onboard MSC you'll experience a welcoming atmosphere with a Mediterranean-inspired elegance. Enjoy a wide array of dining options, from gourmet restaurants to casual eateries and experience live performances, themed parties, and engaging activities for all ages, making it ideal for families, couples, and solo travelers alike.

Arrives: 05:30-07:00*

British colonial architecture prevails in Durban, yet natural beauty is what characterises this charming city on the Indian Ocean. Durban delights the traveller with its colourful mosaic of ethnic neighbourhoods and memorable excursions to game reserves and the traditional lifestyle of the Zulu people. Ships will dock at the N-Shed Passenger Terminal.

Top Things to Do in Durban:

  • spot animals at the Tala Game Reserve
  • shop at the Victoria Street Market
  • relax at the beaches of the Golden Mile
  • visit the PheZulu Safari Park
Note: Ship ports may not be located in the starting & ending cities listed. Port and transfer details will be provided in your travel documentation. The provided itinerary is for informational purposes only. Activities and sightseeing attractions listed may not be available or achievable within the time in port. * Arrival and/or departure times vary depending on cruise departure date, so we have provided an indicitive range.

Life Onboard MSC Opera

MSC Opera
MSC Opera

Relax in modern interiors, stylish accommodation and enjoy original entertainment on board MSC Sinfonia. Read more

Lirica Dining
Lirica Dining

Offering complimentary dining in the restaurants you will savour Mediterranean and international menus. Read more

Family & Kids
Family & Kids

There are plenty of activities for the whole family, including kids rooms, a games arcade and more. Read more

Original Entertainment
Original Entertainment

Enjoy lively entertainment in the vibrant bars and nightly shows in the theatre. Read more

Fitness & Sports
Fitness & Sports

You can indulge and keep fit with the range of fitness facilities on board. Read more

Spa & Beauty
Spa & Beauty

De-stress and rejuvenate with massage and treatments available in the spa. Read more

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Availability USD USD Port charges, taxes and fees included.

Escape To Sea
Monday 24 Nov 2025
Friday 28 Nov 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$463
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Oceanview
$518
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Balcony
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Unavailable
Suite
$863
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Escape To Sea
Monday 01 Dec 2025
Friday 05 Dec 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$463
View Cabins
Oceanview
$518
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Balcony
$702
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Suite
$863
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Escape To Sea
Monday 08 Dec 2025
Friday 12 Dec 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$474
View Cabins
Oceanview
$529
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Balcony
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Suite
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Escape To Sea
Monday 15 Dec 2025
Friday 19 Dec 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$474
View Cabins
Oceanview
$529
View Cabins
Balcony
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Suite
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Escape To Sea
Monday 19 Jan 2026
Friday 23 Jan 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$430
View Cabins
Oceanview
$485
View Cabins
Balcony
$575
View Cabins
Suite
$828
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Escape To Sea
Monday 02 Feb 2026
Friday 06 Feb 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$419
View Cabins
Oceanview
$474
View Cabins
Balcony
$564
View Cabins
Suite
$817
View Cabins
Escape To Sea
Monday 16 Feb 2026
Friday 20 Feb 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$419
View Cabins
Oceanview
$474
View Cabins
Balcony
$564
View Cabins
Suite
$817
View Cabins
Escape To Sea
Monday 02 Mar 2026
Friday 06 Mar 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$430
View Cabins
Oceanview
$485
View Cabins
Balcony
$575
View Cabins
Suite
$828
View Cabins
Escape To Sea
Monday 16 Mar 2026
Friday 20 Mar 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$441
View Cabins
Oceanview
$496
View Cabins
Balcony
$587
View Cabins
Suite
$840
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Monday 24 Nov 2025
Friday 28 Nov 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$403
View Cabins
Oceanview
$440
View Cabins
Balcony
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Suite
$697
View Cabins
Monday 01 Dec 2025
Friday 05 Dec 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Oceanview
$440
View Cabins
Balcony
$571
View Cabins
Suite
$697
View Cabins
Monday 08 Dec 2025
Friday 12 Dec 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Oceanview
$484
View Cabins
Balcony
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Suite
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Monday 19 Jan 2026
Friday 23 Jan 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$359
View Cabins
Oceanview
$414
View Cabins
Balcony
$543
View Cabins
Suite
$670
View Cabins
Monday 02 Feb 2026
Friday 06 Feb 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$352
View Cabins
Oceanview
$403
View Cabins
Balcony
$532
View Cabins
Suite
$663
View Cabins
Monday 16 Feb 2026
Friday 20 Feb 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$352
View Cabins
Oceanview
$403
View Cabins
Balcony
$532
View Cabins
Suite
$663
View Cabins
Monday 02 Mar 2026
Friday 06 Mar 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$359
View Cabins
Oceanview
$414
View Cabins
Balcony
$543
View Cabins
Suite
$670
View Cabins
Monday 16 Mar 2026
Friday 20 Mar 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$396
View Cabins
Oceanview
$455
View Cabins
Balcony
$594
View Cabins
Suite
$735
View Cabins
Monday 24 Nov 2025
Friday 28 Nov 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$357
View Cabins
Oceanview
$396
View Cabins
Balcony
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Suite
$614
View Cabins
Monday 01 Dec 2025
Friday 05 Dec 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Oceanview
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Balcony
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Suite
$614
View Cabins
Monday 19 Jan 2026
Friday 23 Jan 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$319
View Cabins
Oceanview
$368
View Cabins
Balcony
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Suite
$591
View Cabins
Monday 02 Feb 2026
Friday 06 Feb 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$313
View Cabins
Oceanview
$357
View Cabins
Balcony
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Suite
$586
View Cabins
Monday 16 Feb 2026
Friday 20 Feb 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$313
View Cabins
Oceanview
$357
View Cabins
Balcony
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Suite
$586
View Cabins
Monday 02 Mar 2026
Friday 06 Mar 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$319
View Cabins
Oceanview
$368
View Cabins
Balcony
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Suite
$591
View Cabins
Monday 16 Mar 2026
Friday 20 Mar 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$368
View Cabins
Oceanview
$423
View Cabins
Balcony
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Suite
$683
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Escape To Sea
Monday 24 Nov 2025
Friday 28 Nov 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$825
View Cabins
Oceanview
$935
View Cabins
Balcony
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Suite
$1,625
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Escape To Sea
Monday 01 Dec 2025
Friday 05 Dec 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$825
View Cabins
Oceanview
$935
View Cabins
Balcony
$1,303
View Cabins
Suite
$1,625
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Escape To Sea
Monday 08 Dec 2025
Friday 12 Dec 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$847
View Cabins
Oceanview
$957
View Cabins
Balcony
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Suite
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Escape To Sea
Monday 15 Dec 2025
Friday 19 Dec 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$847
View Cabins
Oceanview
$957
View Cabins
Balcony
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Suite
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Escape To Sea
Monday 19 Jan 2026
Friday 23 Jan 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$759
View Cabins
Oceanview
$869
View Cabins
Balcony
$1,049
View Cabins
Suite
$1,555
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Escape To Sea
Monday 02 Feb 2026
Friday 06 Feb 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$737
View Cabins
Oceanview
$847
View Cabins
Balcony
$1,027
View Cabins
Suite
$1,533
View Cabins
Escape To Sea
Monday 16 Feb 2026
Friday 20 Feb 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$737
View Cabins
Oceanview
$847
View Cabins
Balcony
$1,027
View Cabins
Suite
$1,533
View Cabins
Escape To Sea
Monday 02 Mar 2026
Friday 06 Mar 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$759
View Cabins
Oceanview
$869
View Cabins
Balcony
$1,049
View Cabins
Suite
$1,555
View Cabins
Escape To Sea
Monday 16 Mar 2026
Friday 20 Mar 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$781
View Cabins
Oceanview
$891
View Cabins
Balcony
$1,073
View Cabins
Suite
$1,579
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Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by MSC Cruises. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from MSC Cruises. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.

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