GENEVA, 19 October 2026 – MSC Cruises has opened bookings for its 2029 MSC World Cruise, a 119-night voyage aboard MSC Magnifica covering 45 destinations in 21 countries, with nine overnight calls and 15 included shore excursions.
The itinerary will include a circumnavigation of Australia and an extended journey through Indonesia, alongside destinations in South America, the Pacific, Asia and the Mediterranean.
Passengers can embark at four European ports in early January 2029, beginning with Civitavecchia for Rome on 4 January, followed by Genoa, Marseille and Barcelona.
Australian Circumnavigation and Indonesian Destinations
Australia forms a major part of the 2029 itinerary, with MSC Magnifica scheduled to visit Sydney, Melbourne, Kangaroo Island, Adelaide, Fremantle/Perth, Broome and Darwin.
New calls include Kangaroo Island, Broome and Darwin, while Fremantle/Perth will feature a new overnight stay. The Australian programme includes coastal destinations, wildlife encounters and visits to cities across the country.
The ship will subsequently travel through Indonesia, including Bali, Lombok and Java. A new call at Celukan Bawang in North Bali will provide access to traditional villages, temples and volcanic landscapes.
Overnight Stays and New Ports Across the Itinerary
The world cruise will include overnight calls in Rio de Janeiro, Ushuaia, Sydney, Fremantle/Perth and Singapore, allowing additional time in these destinations.
In South America, Rio de Janeiro offers visits to landmarks including Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer, while Ushuaia provides access to Tierra del Fuego National Park and the Beagle Channel.The Pacific programme introduces Lautoka in Fiji and Timaru in New Zealand as new calls. Milford Sound returns to the itinerary, offering scenic cruising through New Zealand’s fjord landscape.
Additional highlights include Singapore, where an overnight call will provide time to explore the city’s cultural districts, markets and landmarks.
Refurbished MSC Magnifica to Feature MSC Yacht Club
The voyage will operate aboard the recently refurbished MSC Magnifica, which now features MSC Yacht Club, MSC Cruises’ award-winning ‘ship-within-a-ship’ concept.
MSC Yacht Club includes suites, a dedicated restaurant and lounge, a private sundeck with hot tubs, a grill restaurant and bar. Guests also receive access to 24-hour butler and concierge services.
Elsewhere, MSC Magnifica offers five gourmet restaurants, 12 bars, a Broadway-style theatre, casino, panoramic lounges, MSC Aurea Spa and fitness and sports facilities. The world cruise programme will include destination-inspired activities, themed dining evenings, local food pairings and port-inspired cocktails. Additional onboard entertainment will include live music, large-scale productions, language lessons and dance classes.
Shore Excursions and Booking Benefits Included
The 2029 MSC World Cruise fare includes 15 shore excursions, alongside a complimentary Dine & Drink beverage package providing house wines, draught beer and selected other beverages during lunch and dinner.
Passengers will also receive a 30% discount on laundry services. MSC Voyagers Club members at Classic level and above are eligible for a 5% booking discount.
As part of the initial sales offer, members booking by 19 November 2026 will receive triple MSC Voyagers Club points, credited before departure.
Bookings are available for departures from Civitavecchia, Genoa, Marseille and Barcelona, providing four embarkation options for the 119-night itinerary.
Source: Official announcement by MSC Cruises on 19 October 2026, Geneva.
