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MSC Meraviglia Sets Three-Night Southampton Voyage to Belgium and France for May 2027

The one-off 26 May sailing starts at £440 per person, with bookings opening 20 October ahead of the ship's wider Southampton programme.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • MSC Meraviglia will depart Southampton on 26 May 2027 for a one-off, three-night cruise.
  • The round-trip itinerary calls at Zeebrugge in Belgium and Cherbourg in France.
  • Fares start at £440 per person; bookings open at 10am on Tuesday 20 October 2026.
  • The ship is scheduled to operate longer Southampton cruises from May to October 2027.

A short cruise with two continental stops will offer UK travellers a compact way to sample MSC Meraviglia next spring. The ship is scheduled to leave Southampton on 26 May 2027 for a one-off, three-night round trip calling at Zeebrugge in Belgium and Cherbourg in France, adding a flight-free option to the start of its British sailing season.

MSC Cruises has set the starting fare at £440 per person, with bookings due to open at 10am on Tuesday 20 October 2026. The sailing is being offered as the line’s only short cruise departing Southampton in 2027, according to its October announcement. For travellers unsure about committing to a longer voyage, the short duration provides an opportunity to experience both shipboard life and two European ports in a single break.

From the canals of Bruges to the maritime heritage of Cherbourg

On the Belgian leg, Zeebrugge gives passengers a choice between the coastline and a visit inland to Bruges. The medieval city’s canals, historic streets and traditional shops are accessible by road or rail from the port. Zeebrugge itself is known for its fishing activity, sandy beaches and Seafront Maritime Theme Park, offering alternatives for guests who prefer to remain closer to the ship.

The French call introduces a different set of attractions in Cherbourg. Visitors can explore La Cité de la Mer, a museum devoted to the maritime world, spend time in Emmanuel Liais public park or seek out the town’s food markets. Another unusual option is Manufacture le Parapluie, which celebrates the craft and history of umbrella-making.

Shipboard facilities turn the itinerary into more than two port visits

For a voyage lasting only three nights, the onboard facilities may be as much a part of the experience as the destinations. MSC Meraviglia has 12 dining venues, including Hola! Tacos & Cantina, Butcher’s Cut steakhouse and Kaito Sushi and Teppanyaki. The ship also has 20 bars, comprising 15 indoor and five outdoor venues.

Recreation options include swimming pools, an outdoor waterpark, racing and flight simulators, a bowling alley and theatre entertainment. Guests can also find the MSC Aurea Spa, with Balinese-inspired treatments and a thermal area, while the MSC Yacht Club offers a more exclusive onboard experience with suite accommodation, butler and concierge service, dedicated dining and private leisure areas. Those facilities represent the ship’s wider offering; the quoted lead-in fare does not establish which experiences or accommodation categories are included.

Antonio Paradiso, the cruise line’s vice-president of international sales, said the departure will be the first time MSC Meraviglia sails from Southampton in 2027. Describing the mini cruise as suited to newcomers and holidaymakers seeking a no-fly break, he said the company expects strong interest in the limited sailing.

A brief introduction to a longer Southampton season

From May through October 2027, MSC Meraviglia is due to sail from Southampton on itineraries extending well beyond the three-night trip. The programme includes the Norwegian Fjords and Northern Europe as well as voyages visiting Spain, Portugal, Madeira, Ibiza, Morocco and the Canary Islands.

Against that wider schedule, the Zeebrugge–Cherbourg itinerary stands out for its unusually short commitment of time. It combines two very different coastal destinations with a large resort-style ship, making the sailing a distinct choice for passengers weighing a brief European getaway against a longer cruise holiday.

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