Virgin

Northern Europe
Winter Sailings

Step aboard MSC Poesia this winter and discover an unforgettable cruise experience, sailing roundtrip from Southampton. Elegant, stylish, and designed for comfort, MSC Poesia offers the perfect setting to relax, explore, and enjoy world-class service throughout your journey.

Whether you're craving a short winter escape or a longer scenic adventure, these limited-time offers make it easier than ever to treat yourself to a well-deserved break. With a variety of itineraries visiting stunning ports across Northern Europe and beyond, you’ll enjoy cultural treasures, breathtaking coastal views, and the serene beauty of the open sea.

Itinerary

Day 1: Southampton, UK – embark MSC Poesia
Day 2: Leisure at sea
Day 3: Hamburg, Germany
Day 4: Leisure at sea
Day 5: Rotterdam (Amsterdam), Netherlands
Day 6: Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium
Day 7: Le Havre (Paris), France
Day 8: Southampton, UK – disembark

It’s all included

Enjoy a no-fly cruise packed with value and comfort, sailing roundtrip from Southampton. With reduced rates, top-tier amenities, and port parking included, this winter voyage is your chance to cruise in style and ease.

  • INCLUDED: 7-night cruise onboard MSC Poesia
  • INCLUDED: Roundtrip from Southampton – no flights required
  • INCLUDED: Dining across a range of complimentary venues
  • INCLUDED: Entertainment including live music and performances
  • INCLUDED: All port taxes and charges
  • BONUS: Gratuities included
  • BONUS: Premium Extra Drinks Package
  • BONUS: FREE Southampton Port Parking
  • BONUS: FREE Hotel Chocolat Hamper
Date Inside Oceanview Balcony Aurea Balcony
24 OCT
2025
£1,029 £1,049 £1,099 £1,329
31 OCT
2025
£989 £999 £1,059 £1,279
07 NOV
2025
£869 £899 £939 £1,159
14 NOV
2025
SOLD £839 £879 £1,099
21 NOV
2025
£819 £839 £879 £1,099
28 NOV
2025
£799 £859 £899 £1,129
05 DEC
2025
£869 £869 £899 £1,139
12 DEC
2025
£859 £899 £959 £1,199
27 DEC
2025
£1,179 £1,279 £1,379 £1,589
03 JAN
2026
£649 £709 £769 £919
09 JAN
2026
£729 £779 £849 £1,059
16 JAN
2026
£729 £779 £829 £1,039
23 JAN
2026
£729 £799 £879 £1,089
30 JAN
2026
£739 £839 £889 £1,099

27 December 2025 - Festive Sailing
03 January 2026 - 6 Night Sailing, 16 January 2026 itinerary differs.

Travel in Comfort onboard MSC Poesia

Description

The MSC Poesia is an elegant, mid-sized Musica‑class ship offering a relaxed yet refined cruising experience. Celebrating Mediterranean style with its grand atrium waterfall and spacious lounges, the ship boasts features like a Zen Garden, a movie‑screen by the pool, and sophisticated bars including a wine‑tasting lounge and cigar room. With well-appointed staterooms—many with balconies and king‑size beds—ample entertainment venues, and international cuisine from buffet to sushi bar, Poesia combines classic cruise charm with modern amenities in a welcoming, comfortable setting.

What's Included Onboard

MSC Cruises provides a well-rounded experience aboard Poesia with thoughtful standard amenities:

  • Dining & Bars: Buffet and main restaurants, sushi bar, wine‑tasting bar, and cocktail lounges.
  • Leisure & Wellness: Three swimming pools, four whirlpool baths, a full gym, mini‑golf, tennis‑shuffleboard courts, and the MSC Aurea Spa with optional saunas and steam.
  • Entertainment & Activities: Broadway‑style shows in the theater, poolside cinema, casino, teens’ disco, kids’ club, cooking demos, art workshops, plus 24‑hour room service and supervised children’s programming.

All Inclusive! Premium Drinks package

Premium Extra Package





What's Included with Premium Extra?


Including all Easy Package drinks plus:
Extensive variety of frozen and classic cocktails
Premium brand spirits
Liqueurs and cordials
Entire selection of wines and champagne by the glass
25% discount on wine and champagne bottles purchased on board
Selection of draught, craft and bottled beers
Sodas
Fruit juices
Mineral water
Energy drinks
Coffee (latte, espresso, cappuccino, etc.)
Hot chocolate and teas
Enjoy this Premium choice to quench your thirst!
*Package can be enjoyed in our bars, buffet, restaurants, speciality restaurants, Ocean Cay Island and other exclusive destinations. Cannot be consumed signature venues, including Venchi 1878 establishments, Lavazza Coffee Shop and Jean Philippe Chocolate, Coffee, Crepes & Gelato. On board currency applies

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