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France & Northern Spain Discovery

MSC Virtuosa

5th Sep 26

7 Nights

From

£799PP

Itinerary
Ship

Day 1

Southampton, UK

Day 2

At sea

Day 3

La Rochelle, France

La Rochelle is a coastal city in southwestern France and is often known as La Ville Blanche ‘the White City’ and the stunning city’s luminous limestone facades glow in the bright coastal sunlight. Discover the 600 different species at Aquarium La Rochelle or climb up the spectacular 158 spiral steps of Tour de la Lanterne to savour panoramic views of the city. Journey back in time and visit the Musée Maritime, highlights include the trio of retired boats moored there. Musée du Nouveau Monde and Musée des Beaux-Arts are both well-worth a visit too. Savour delicious seafood at the waterfront seafood café, Andre.

Day 4

Bilbao, Spain

Discover the cosmopolitan Basque city and lively port of Bilbao. Surrounded by verdant green mountains, this city in northern Spain is home to the breathtaking modern and contemporary art at the Guggenheim Museum. Sample authentic tapas dishes in the family-run restaurants that line Casco Viejo, Bilbao's vibrant old quarter, and shop for handmade souvenirs at quirky independent boutiques. The modern transport links provide easy access to the two other capitals of the Basque Country — Vitoria and San Sebastián.

Day 5

La Coruna (Santiago de Compostela), Spain

La Coruña overlooks the Bay of Coruña in the north-west corner of Spain. Step ashore and visit the Tower of Hercules, Castillo de San Anton, and Castillo de San Diego. Explore the Roman wall, historical buildings and the medieval Church of Santiago in Ciudad Vieja. Get a culture hit at the Museum of Sacred Art, Archaeological Museum and Military Museum. People-watch at La Marina and Plaza Maria Pita, or relax on the Playa Riazor and Playa del Orzan beaches. Enjoy some family fun at Aquarium Finisterrae, Science Museum and Domus — an interactive museum. Venture further afield to visit the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Santiago de Compostela, Betanzos and Ferrol.

Day 6

At sea

Day 7

Cherbourg (Mt St Michel), France

Dock at Cherbourg, on France's Normandy coast. Take a walk around the medieval harbour of Barfleur and the nearby Gatteville lighthouse. Visit the largest nuclear submarine open to the public and the Titanic exhibition at Cite de la Mer. Explore the town's World War II history at Museum of the Order of the Liberation. Admire the colourful flora and fauna at Parc Emmanuel Liais, make a pilgrimage to nearby UNESCO World Heritage site of Mont-St-Michel or visit the Contentin D-Day Landing Beaches.

Day 8

Southampton, UK

Why Book

MSC Virtuosa Stateroom Options:

Interior Bella from £799pp

France & Northern Spain Discovery Cruise Highlights:

Full Board Basis
No fly sailing from Southampton
Optional Soft Drinks Package Available
On board entertainment
Onboard Gratuities
State of the art gym and fitness classes

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MSC Virtuosa

Overview

MSC Virtuosa’s namesake comes from the word virtuoso, meaning someone highly skilled in music. Each deck will, in fact, be named after a different musical instrument. This new cruise ship will be one of the two largest in MSC Cruises’ fleet, along with her sister ship MSC Grandiosa. MSC Virtuosa gives guests the best experience with its expanding digital offer, spearheaded by MSC for Me and our digital cruise assistant, Zoe.

MSC Virtuosa - MSC Yacht Club Restaurant

MSC Virtuosa - MSC Yacht Club Grill & Bar

MSC Virtuosa - The Opera and The Symphony

MSC Virtuosa - Jean-Phillippe Chocolat & Café

Food & Drink

The main restaurant and buffet restaurant will both serve a diverse selection of local and international cuisine at mealtimes. Sample freshly-made Asian sushi at either Kaito Sushi or Kaito Teppanyaki. Sink your teeth into a juicy American steak at Butcher's Cut or appreciate authentic carbonara, spaghetti, and freshly-crafted pizzas at La Piazzetta Restaurant; you'll find similar choices at Eataly Restaurant. The speciality Mediterranean Village and Yacht Club Fine Dining Restaurant will also tempt your taste buds. Satisfy your sweet tooth with a tasty treat from Jean Philippe Chocolat & Cafe and get hands-on to create your own unique goods. In the comfort of your luxury guest space, feel free to order room service with ease from a varied menu. Cocktails and ice-cold beers are on the menu just footsteps from your sun bed at Solarium Pool and Bar. L'Atelier Bistrot is at the heart of the Promenade and offers great drinks, lounge seating, stage, and dance floor for your entertainment. MSC Yacht Club lets you enjoy panoramic cruise views; mingle with fellow passengers, and sip a glass of wine or two. You'll also find the Sports Bar, Aft Bar Lounge, and Piano Bar Lounge on board where you can enter into holiday mode and savour a selection of delicious beers, wines, spirits, and cocktails.

Entertainment

There will be plenty on board MSC Virtuosa to keep you entertained both day and night. MSC Aurea Spa is the go-to spot to indulge in a rejuvenating massage, work out at MSC Gym by Technogym®, or Atmosphere Pool is the place to be for a leisurely swim. Hit a strike at the bowling alley, enjoy some nail-biting virtual head-to-head racing on the F1 Simulators, and keep tots-to-teens from boredom with films, games, activities, and dancing at the age-specific clubs. Polar Aquapark boasts three twisting slides or head to Sportsplex for fun times. After dinner; kick back and relax in the TV Studio & Bar with its comedy club, karaoke, live music, quizzes, and talent shows. Broadway Theatre hosts grand-style twice-nightly production shows and classical performances.

Health & Fitness

An MSC Cruise is not just a chance to travel and explore – it’s also a chance to relax, feel healthy, and look your best. Unwind with a soothing sauna, relax with a traditional Balinese massage, or treat yourself to a high-tech beauty treatment during your cruise in our MSC Aurea Spa.

Wellness and activity
Enjoy state-of-the-art sports facilities, including a Technogym® equipped gym with stunning ocean views. Stay active with a power walking track, or challenge friends on the minigolf course. Engage in various sports like basketball, tennis, volleyball, five-a-side football, and squash, all while soaking in breathtaking views.

Kids & Teens

Every MSC Cruise is full of fun and discovery for kids of every age, starting with all the activities organised just for them and included in your fare. With a packed program of sports, games, competitions, parties and more, your children will enjoy endless discoveries with their new friends.

Children can discover a world of their own thanks to 5 dedicated clubs for ages ranging from 0 to 17 years old, where they are looked after by our trained, multilingual personnel, certified for safeguarding children.

Each club offers a range of activities designed specifically for the relevant age group, ensuring everyone will be happy, from toddlers to teenagers. The clubs are open every day, so you can schedule your family time around your preferences.

MSC Virtuosa - Babies and Toddlers Services

MSC Virtuosa - Kids Clubs and Family Activities

Terms & Conditions

Terms and conditions: Advertised offers are based on 2 adults sharing the lowest category stateroom/cabin/suite unless otherwise stated. Single supplements may apply. Offers are subject to availability and can change without any prior notice and may go up or down in price. Cruise Line campaign(s) and saving messages are strictly controlled by the Cruise Line(s) and are subject to change or be withdrawn without notice. Flight inclusive packages, where promoted, are based on the cheapest UK departure airport so please ask for further details. Advertised hotels, if any, are suggested however are changeable at a possible additional cost. All prices and port itineraries are correct at the time of print but are subject to change by the Cruise Line(s) without prior notice. Hays Travel reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions in this brochure. Some ports of call may be tendered whereas vessels drop anchor a short distance away and use small boats to reach the shore. Full board to all-inclusive inclusions vary by the Cruise Line(s) and restrictions may apply. Some onboard facilities and items may incur a charge. Select destinations may require travel authorisation for visa-exempt travellers to be completed prior to travelling. Hays Travel LTD excepts no responsibility or compensation for any incomplete forms or declined entries from the respective country or countries that the individual(s) are visiting.