11 Nights

Split, Venice, Katakolon (Ancient Olympia), Heraklion/Crete, Rhodes, Limassol, Port Said, Alexandria

Split, Venice, Katakolon (Ancient Olympia), Heraklion/Crete, Rhodes, Limassol, Port Said, Alexandria
From: 2.221,00 €
only 201,91 € Per night
Cruise Ship
MSC Lirica
Departure Port
Split
Departure Date
27/12/2026 17:00
Return Date
07/01/2027 09:00
Itinerary
DayPortArrivalDeparture
1η
Split, Croatia27/12/2026 17:00
2η
Venice, Italy28/12/2026 08:0028/12/2026 19:00
3η
At sea
4η
Katakolon (Ancient Olympia), Greece30/12/2026 10:0030/12/2026 17:00
5η
Heraklion/Crete, Greece31/12/2026 10:0031/12/2026 18:00
6η
Rhodes, Greece01/01/2027 08:0001/01/2027 17:00
7η
Limassol, Cyprus02/01/2027 10:0002/01/2027 17:00
8η
Port Said, Egypt03/01/2027 07:0003/01/2027 21:30
9η
Alexandria, Egypt04/01/2027 08:0004/01/2027 22:00
10η
At sea
11η
At sea
12η
Split, Croatia07/01/2027 09:00
Included

Included

  • Accommodation in the cabin category of your choice
  • Full board (daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner) on the cruise ship (there is an additional charge per person for specialty/theme restaurants)
  • Port and other fees
  • Cruise service charges*
  • Onboard entertainment and leisure program
  • Use of the swimming pool
  • Use of the gym
  • Professional liability insurance 

*Cruise service charges (included in the price):
There is a service charge for cruise ship services, with the following costs: 
  • Adults: €12 per person per day (€15 for cruises in the Americas)
  • Children & youth aged 2 to 11 years: €6 per person per day (€15 for cruises in the Americas)
  • Children under 2 years up to 6 months: FREE
These amounts are per person and are an integral part of the cruise.
 
During your cruise, you will encounter staff throughout the ship offering impeccable service. They are supported by equally numerous personnel and crew members working hard behind the scenes to ensure you enjoy every moment onboard. The service charge is mandatory and an integral part of the cruise price.

Not Included

  • Air tickets
  • Transfers to/from the port/airport
  • Consumption of drinks and soft drinks
  • Optional shore excursions at ports of call
  • Services of the wellness and rejuvenation center
  • Purchases from the ship’s shops
  • Personal expenses and anything not explicitly mentioned as included 
 GENERAL NOTES: 
  • Prices are per person in euros (€), in a double cabin.
  • Single cabin supplement is 100% on the above prices, plus port charges.
  • To confirm your reservation, a deposit of 30% of the total booking amount is required, with the balance due 30 days before the cruise departure. For World Cruises, payment in full is required 60 days before departure.
  • For bookings made less than 30 days prior to departure, immediate full payment is required.
  • To complete the reservation, and in accordance with company policy, you must provide full details for all passengers exactly as stated in their passport(s)/ID(s), depending on the cruise chosen (Full name, Travel Document Number, Date and Place of Birth, Issue and Expiry Date, Issuing Authority).
  • In case you travel with your National ID card, it must have been issued within the last 15 years and be of the new type (not handwritten, with Latin characters). 
  • You must also provide the contact details (Full name and mobile number) of a person (relative or friend) as an Emergency Contact.
  • If you are a member of the MSC Voyager Club, please send your membership number to earn points (no additional privileges).
  • On some cruises to ports in the Western Mediterranean or the Norwegian Fjords, you may travel with a new-type ID with Latin characters. Ask us for the cruise you are interested in.
  • To participate in the above cruise, it is necessary to have a valid passport (up to 6 months after the end of the cruise) or an ID with Latin characters, depending on the cruise selected.
  • Children without a police-issued ID and traveling with both parents need a valid passport.
  • Children with a police-issued ID traveling with both parents can travel normally (provided a valid passport is not required for the specific cruise).
  • Children traveling with one parent must have written consent from the other parent, in addition to the above documents.
  • Children traveling with other relatives must have written consent from both parents, in addition to the above documents.
  • Prices for air tickets and cruises are not fixed. They are tied to the availability/load of the aircraft and cruise ships.
  • Early booking ensures availability for the cruise and the cabin category you desire, as well as competitive airfare.

In case of cancellation, the standard cancellation policy applies:

CRUISES < 15 NIGHTS:
  • 60 days or more before departure: €50 per person, handling fee
  • 59 – 30 days before departure: 25% cancellation fee of the total amount
  • 29 – 22 days before departure: 40% cancellation fee
  • 21 – 15 days before departure: 60% cancellation fee
  • 14 – 06 days before departure: 80% cancellation fee
  • 05 to 0 days before departure: 100% cancellation fee

CRUISES > 15 NIGHTS:
  • 90 days or more before departure: €50 per person, handling fee
  • 89 – 60 days before departure: 25% cancellation fee
  • 59 – 52 days before departure: 40% cancellation fee
  • 51 – 35 days before departure: 60% cancellation fee
  • 34 – 15 days before departure: 80% cancellation fee
  • 14 to 0 days before departure: 100% cancellation fee

 
For Last Minute offers, the following cancellation policy applies:
These are special offer prices and are non-refundable and non-cancellable.
In case of cancellation, customers are charged a 100% cancellation fee, i.e., the full value of the cruise.
 
-For cruises calling at Greece
Please note that from July 21, 2025, the Greek Government has imposed a new visitor fee.
This mandatory fee applies to all visitors, regardless of age and nationality (including infants), who disembark at Greek ports — whether participating in an organized excursion or disembarking independently — including those who permanently disembark.
Below is the current summary of fees based on the latest available update. In case of any changes to these measures, you will be informed by your travel agent.

  • November 1, 2025 – March 31, 2026:
    €4 per visitor per port for Mykonos and Santorini
    €1 per visitor for all other Greek ports
  • April 1, 2026 – May 31, 2026:
    €12 per visitor per port for Mykonos and Santorini
    €3 per visitor for all other Greek ports
  • June 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026:
    €20 per visitor per port for Mykonos and Santorini
    €5 per visitor for all other Greek ports
  • October 1, 2026 – October 31, 2026:
    €12 per visitor per port for Mykonos and Santorini
    €3 per visitor for all other Greek ports
 
For your convenience, MSC Cruises will pay this fee directly to the Greek authorities on your behalf. MSC will simply add the fee to your shipboard account the night after each visit to a Greek port. If you choose to stay on board and do not go ashore, the expense will not be charged.
The Cruise
1η
day
Split, Croatia
Departure Time
27/12/2026 17:00
Split, Venice, Katakolon (Ancient Olympia), Heraklion/Crete, Rhodes, Limassol, Port Said, Alexandria

Split, built under the orders of the Roman emperor Diocletian, who lived out his last days after abdicating in AD 305, is located between Venice and the Ionian Islands, on the Dalmatian coast and is one of the most important ports of Croatia. Today, the remarkable residence of the Roman Emperor, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, awaits your discovery. The white limestone palace, part luxurious villa, part military camp, is enclosed by imposing walls and connected by roads linking the eastern Silver Gate with the Iron Gate to the west. Within its premices, you can see an octagonal domed mausoleum, temples and a monumental court accessing the imperial apartments.

2η
day
Venice, Italy
Arrival Time
28/12/2026 08:00
Departure Time
28/12/2026 19:00
Split, Venice, Katakolon (Ancient Olympia), Heraklion/Crete, Rhodes, Limassol, Port Said, Alexandria

When it comes to Venice, pictures speak louder than words. Approaching the floating city, which is concocted from spires and cupolas, you discover a majestic place, undoubtedly the most romantic city in the world. Stroll along the cobblestone alleys that reveal the wonderful architectural gems, enjoy a hot mix of espresso, step out into the palatial arcades and St. Mark's Square or choose a romantic gondola ride. The lagoon, consisting more or less of 118 islands connected with bridges and canals, will steal your heart away. Time provided, you can visit nearby islands Burano, the coloured island of lace and Murano, famous for its fancy glasswares.

3η
day
At sea
4η
day
Katakolon (Ancient Olympia), Greece
Arrival Time
30/12/2026 10:00
Departure Time
30/12/2026 17:00
Split, Venice, Katakolon (Ancient Olympia), Heraklion/Crete, Rhodes, Limassol, Port Said, Alexandria

Katakolon Port occupies the north-west part of the Peloponnese. To the west it is washed by the Ionian Sea. It is the current harbor of the regions capital city Pyrgos and serves as the gateway to the site of ancient Olympia, one of the most important archaeological sites in the world and birthplace of the Olympic Games. Visitors can see the remains of the original Olympic stadium, the Bouleuterion and the Temple of Zeus, enjoy free time in modern Olympiato shop or visit the Museum of the Olympic Games. 

5η
day
Heraklion/Crete, Greece
Arrival Time
31/12/2026 10:00
Departure Time
31/12/2026 18:00
Split, Venice, Katakolon (Ancient Olympia), Heraklion/Crete, Rhodes, Limassol, Port Said, Alexandria

Ηere in the island’s capital and largest city, you can wander among the squares and fountains or gaze out over the azure blue waters of the Cretan Sea, as you enjoy fresh seafood in a local taverna on the promenade. Don't miss the Palace of Knossos, the largest of the preserved Minoan palatial centres, situated not more than 5 kms from Heraklion. It is the most visited archaeological site in Crete. The palace was the seat of the legendary King Minos and has been associated with famous Greek myths, like that of Daedalus and Icarus, the Labyrinth and the Minotaur. The incredible complex houses a warren of rooms decorated with columns and frescoes

6η
day
Rhodes, Greece
Arrival Time
01/01/2027 08:00
Departure Time
01/01/2027 17:00

Rhodes is an enchanting island that shines green and white, surrounded by the blue waters of the eastern Aegean. It is strewn with small towns and was merely one of the most glorious cities of antiquity, the world- renowned Island of the Knights. The Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, stood more than 100 feet high at the edge of the harbor, before an earthquake toppled it in 226 B.C. Of the statue, nothing remains, but Rhodes Old Town, a World Heritage Site, remains one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Europe and a place of pilgrimage for cruise travelers. Stroll along the medieval streets and the wonderful fortifications, walk along the Street of the Knights and visit the Palace of the Knights.

7η
day
Limassol, Cyprus
Arrival Time
02/01/2027 10:00
Departure Time
02/01/2027 17:00
Split, Venice, Katakolon (Ancient Olympia), Heraklion/Crete, Rhodes, Limassol, Port Said, Alexandria

Limassol is the second largest city in Cyprus and important transit harbor in the Mediterranean, located on the island's south coast, in the Greek sector of Cyprus. A delicious place to sun-worship. Limassol Castle occupies a dominant position in the landmark and tourist attractions in the city. It is the imperial castle where Richard the Lionhearted married Queen Berengaria in 1191. Visitors can also enjoy a variety of Museums (Archaeological, Folk Art) and archaeological sites (Kourion, Limassol Castle, Amathus Ruins etc).

8η
day
Port Said, Egypt
Arrival Time
03/01/2027 07:00
Departure Time
03/01/2027 21:30

Port Said is a port on the Egyptian Mediterranean coast. The city was founded in 1859 and has since grown tremendously with fortified influence from the French, the English and locals

A walk in Corniche will reveal to you the maritime dominance and power of the city. While the 19th century consulates and mansions that adorn the entrance to the mighty Suez Canal will leave you with no choice but to stop and admire the noise, activity and sounds around you. At the same time, the historic centre invites you to the roar of local shops and vendors in the open-air bazaar where modern boutiques spring up next to the old shops. The National Military Museum gives an in-depth picture of the canal's history as the sandy beaches adorned with umbrellas and sunbeds seem to be worlds away from the relentless commercial movement in the sea.
Port Said is constantly evolving but its heart remains faithful to its naval present and past.

 

9η
day
Alexandria, Egypt
Arrival Time
04/01/2027 08:00
Departure Time
04/01/2027 22:00
Split, Venice, Katakolon (Ancient Olympia), Heraklion/Crete, Rhodes, Limassol, Port Said, Alexandria

Founded in c. 331 BC by Alexander the Great, Alexandria became an important center of the Hellenistic civilization and remained the capital of Hellenistic and Roman & Byzantine Egypt for almost one thousand years. Alexandria flourished as the most important harbor and capital of Egypt and today is the second biggest city in the country. The Royal Library or Ancient Library of Alexandria, was one of the largest and most significant libraries of the ancient world. The impressive city wad built on the delta of the river Nile and often is characterized as the "bright pearl of the Mediterranean". It is filled with museums and provides access to the Pyramids and the Sphinx.

10η
day
At sea
11η
day
At sea
12η
day
Split, Croatia
Arrival Time
07/01/2027 09:00
Split, Venice, Katakolon (Ancient Olympia), Heraklion/Crete, Rhodes, Limassol, Port Said, Alexandria

Split, built under the orders of the Roman emperor Diocletian, who lived out his last days after abdicating in AD 305, is located between Venice and the Ionian Islands, on the Dalmatian coast and is one of the most important ports of Croatia. Today, the remarkable residence of the Roman Emperor, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, awaits your discovery. The white limestone palace, part luxurious villa, part military camp, is enclosed by imposing walls and connected by roads linking the eastern Silver Gate with the Iron Gate to the west. Within its premices, you can see an octagonal domed mausoleum, temples and a monumental court accessing the imperial apartments.