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MSC Sinfonia, port by port.

The hard part is not what to see: it is what fits in each call. Its itinerary, its ports and every activity, sorted by what actually decides it — the hours you spend ashore.

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7
Ports of call
7
Nights
2,493
Activities
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MSC SinfoniaTime ashore · sample week
Boarding
1Barcelona08:2516:057 h 40
2Marsella08:3015:307 h
3Génova08:1917:419 h 22
4Livorno08:1218:4810 h 36
5Roma09:2016:407 h 20
6Valencia08:2719:3311 h 06
7Barcelona——End
Total ashore: 53 h 04See the week →
01 — Time ashore rules

6 ports. A few hours in each. And zero desire to run back to the ship.

Otti organises every call: what to do, at what time, and with room to get back on board. Here is the usual itinerary of the MSC Sinfonia and a real sample week, generated with real preferences.

02 — Your plan for every port

Every port, already planned.

What to do, when, what it costs and when you are back on board. Real plan generated on 28 Sept 2026 with these preferences; times are approximate.

As a coupleCultureFood & drink€50-150preferences of the example
Barcelona
Day 1 · in port

Barcelona

7 h 40
ashore
08:2516:05
  1. 1
    ≈ 08:253 hfrom €91

    Tour Sagrada Familia y Gaudí Grupo privado o pequeño con entradas

    The private or small group Sagrada Familia tour is ideal for history lovers, offering expert insights into Gaudí's work in a manageable 3-hour timeframe with a high rating, fitting well within the budget.

    See price and book: Tour Sagrada Familia y Gaudí Grupo privado o pequeño con entradas
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  2. 2
    ≈ 11:452 h 30from €82

    Experiencia en clase de cocina de paella en azotea en Barcelona con sangría

    The paella cooking class on a rooftop complements the morning tour by providing a hands-on gastronomic experience, highly rated and moderately priced, perfect for a couple wanting to learn and enjoy local flavors in a relaxed 2.5-hour session.

    See price and book: Experiencia en clase de cocina de paella en azotea en Barcelona con sangría
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Back on boardBack by around 14:15
  • All aboard 16:30
  • Sails 17:30
  • 2 h 15 to spare
  • This day, from €173
From the trip report
Embark on a romantic Mediterranean adventure aboard the MSC Sinfonia, weaving together history and gastronomy across some of Europe's most iconic coastal cities. Each stop offers a unique blend of cultural treasures and culinary delights, ideal for couples seeking memorable experiences within a moderate budget.

Open it and make it yours. Copied to your account in a second, ready to play with: change activities, times and preferences.

03 — Its ports of call

The two routes it repeats.

This ship changes region with the season. Pick your route and tap a port to see what to do there.

  1. 1
    BarcelonaEmbarkation530 activities
    What to do in Barcelona
  2. 2
    Marsella259 activities
    What to do in Marsella
  3. 3
    Génova206 activities
    What to do in Génova
  4. 4
    Livorno217 activities
    What to do in Livorno
  5. 5
    Roma494 activities
    What to do in Roma
  6. 6
    Valencia257 activities
    What to do in Valencia
  7. 7
    BarcelonaDisembarkation530 activities
    What to do in Barcelona

Upcoming departures

Pick yours when you start: you can change it at any time.

  • 12 Nov 2026 · 14 nights
  • 15 Nov 2026 · 7 nights
  • 22 Nov 2026 · 7 nights
  • 26 Nov 2026 · 7 nights
  • 28 Nov 2026 · 7 nights
  • 29 Nov 2026 · 7 nights
  • 3 Dec 2026 · 7 nights
04 — Inside the ship

On board, in numbers.

What awaits between one port and the next.

  • 1,950 – 2,340
    Passengers
  • 13
    Decks
  • 975
    Cabins
  • 721
    Crew
  • 2002
    Built
  • 2024
    Last refit
  • 65,542
    Tonnage (GT)

Pools & water park

Two twin saltwater pools, two whirlpools, and the Doremi Spray Park water play area on deck.

Where to eat

Four main dining venues offering Italian cuisine, buffet, and outdoor pizzeria.

Spa & fitness

Aurea Spa with thalassotherapy, saunas, gym, and aerobics studio.

With kids

Baby, Mini, Young, and Juniors Clubs; Pinocchio playroom; teen lounge with disco and video games.

Sailing on the MSC Sinfonia?

Every port, sorted before you sail.

What to do, at what time, and with room to get back on board. Otti organises it in a minute.

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