South Africa

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Inside
$641
Oceanview
$701
Balcony
$800
Suite
$1,116
* 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 the 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

Availability Click on prices below to view cabin upgrades and details

Early Booking Offer
Monday 01 Dec 2025
Friday 05 Dec 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$681
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Oceanview
$750
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Balcony
$849
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Suite
$1,166
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Early Booking Offer
Monday 08 Dec 2025
Friday 12 Dec 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$701
View Cabins
Oceanview
$770
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Balcony
$859
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Suite
$1,186
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Early Booking Offer
Monday 15 Dec 2025
Friday 19 Dec 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$701
View Cabins
Oceanview
$770
View Cabins
Balcony
$859
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Suite
$1,186
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Early Booking Offer
Monday 19 Jan 2026
Friday 23 Jan 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$651
View Cabins
Oceanview
$720
View Cabins
Balcony
$809
View Cabins
Suite
$1,136
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Early Booking Offer
Monday 02 Feb 2026
Friday 06 Feb 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$641
View Cabins
Oceanview
$701
View Cabins
Balcony
$800
View Cabins
Suite
$1,116
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Early Booking Offer
Monday 16 Feb 2026
Friday 20 Feb 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$641
View Cabins
Oceanview
$701
View Cabins
Balcony
$800
View Cabins
Suite
$1,116
View Cabins
Early Booking Offer
Monday 02 Mar 2026
Friday 06 Mar 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$651
View Cabins
Oceanview
$720
View Cabins
Balcony
$809
View Cabins
Suite
$1,136
View Cabins
Early Booking Offer
Monday 16 Mar 2026
Friday 20 Mar 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$671
View Cabins
Oceanview
$730
View Cabins
Balcony
$829
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Suite
$1,146
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Exclusive Savings
Monday 01 Dec 2025
Friday 05 Dec 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$614
View Cabins
Oceanview
$678
View Cabins
Balcony
$819
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Suite
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Exclusive Savings
Monday 08 Dec 2025
Friday 12 Dec 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$661
View Cabins
Oceanview
$730
View Cabins
Balcony
$879
View Cabins
Suite
$1,060
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Exclusive Savings
Monday 15 Dec 2025
Friday 19 Dec 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$661
View Cabins
Oceanview
$730
View Cabins
Balcony
$879
View Cabins
Suite
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Exclusive Savings
Monday 19 Jan 2026
Friday 23 Jan 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$592
View Cabins
Oceanview
$654
View Cabins
Balcony
$793
View Cabins
Suite
$958
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Exclusive Savings
Monday 02 Feb 2026
Friday 06 Feb 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$572
View Cabins
Oceanview
$634
View Cabins
Balcony
$780
View Cabins
Suite
$945
View Cabins
Exclusive Savings
Monday 16 Feb 2026
Friday 20 Feb 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$572
View Cabins
Oceanview
$634
View Cabins
Balcony
$780
View Cabins
Suite
$945
View Cabins
Exclusive Savings
Monday 02 Mar 2026
Friday 06 Mar 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$592
View Cabins
Oceanview
$654
View Cabins
Balcony
$793
View Cabins
Suite
$958
View Cabins
Exclusive Savings
Monday 16 Mar 2026
Friday 20 Mar 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$599
View Cabins
Oceanview
$668
View Cabins
Balcony
$806
View Cabins
Suite
$971
View Cabins
Exclusive Savings
Monday 01 Dec 2025
Friday 05 Dec 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$572
View Cabins
Oceanview
$636
View Cabins
Balcony
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Suite
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Exclusive Savings
Monday 08 Dec 2025
Friday 12 Dec 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$631
View Cabins
Oceanview
$696
View Cabins
Balcony
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Suite
$998
View Cabins
Exclusive Savings
Monday 15 Dec 2025
Friday 19 Dec 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$631
View Cabins
Oceanview
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Balcony
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Suite
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Exclusive Savings
Monday 19 Jan 2026
Friday 23 Jan 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$552
View Cabins
Oceanview
$606
View Cabins
Balcony
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Suite
$869
View Cabins
Exclusive Savings
Monday 02 Feb 2026
Friday 06 Feb 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$532
View Cabins
Oceanview
$587
View Cabins
Balcony
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Suite
$859
View Cabins
Exclusive Savings
Monday 16 Feb 2026
Friday 20 Feb 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$532
View Cabins
Oceanview
$587
View Cabins
Balcony
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Suite
$859
View Cabins
Exclusive Savings
Monday 02 Mar 2026
Friday 06 Mar 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$552
View Cabins
Oceanview
$606
View Cabins
Balcony
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Suite
$869
View Cabins
Exclusive Savings
Monday 16 Mar 2026
Friday 20 Mar 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$557
View Cabins
Oceanview
$616
View Cabins
Balcony
SOLD OUT
Unavailable
Suite
$884
View Cabins
Early Booking Offer
Monday 01 Dec 2025
Friday 05 Dec 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$1,105
View Cabins
Oceanview
$1,244
View Cabins
Balcony
$1,442
View Cabins
Suite
$2,076
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Early Booking Offer
Monday 08 Dec 2025
Friday 12 Dec 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$1,145
View Cabins
Oceanview
$1,284
View Cabins
Balcony
$1,462
View Cabins
Suite
$2,115
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Early Booking Offer
Monday 15 Dec 2025
Friday 19 Dec 2025
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$1,145
View Cabins
Oceanview
$1,284
View Cabins
Balcony
$1,462
View Cabins
Suite
$2,115
View Cabins
Early Booking Offer
Monday 19 Jan 2026
Friday 23 Jan 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$1,046
View Cabins
Oceanview
$1,185
View Cabins
Balcony
$1,363
View Cabins
Suite
$2,016
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Early Booking Offer
Monday 02 Feb 2026
Friday 06 Feb 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$1,026
View Cabins
Oceanview
$1,145
View Cabins
Balcony
$1,343
View Cabins
Suite
$1,977
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Early Booking Offer
Monday 16 Feb 2026
Friday 20 Feb 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$1,026
View Cabins
Oceanview
$1,145
View Cabins
Balcony
$1,343
View Cabins
Suite
$1,977
View Cabins
Early Booking Offer
Monday 02 Mar 2026
Friday 06 Mar 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$1,046
View Cabins
Oceanview
$1,185
View Cabins
Balcony
$1,363
View Cabins
Suite
$2,016
View Cabins
Early Booking Offer
Monday 16 Mar 2026
Friday 20 Mar 2026
Ship MSC Opera
Inside
$1,086
View Cabins
Oceanview
$1,204
View Cabins
Balcony
$1,402
View Cabins
Suite
$2,036
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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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