Bookings for the 2029 MSC World Cruise are now open, inviting guests to embark on an extraordinary 119-night journey around the globe aboard MSC Magnifica including a rare circumnavigation of Australia, with eight calls on Australian soil. Australian travellers can see the world and explore corners of their own backyard from Sydney Harbour through to Broome and Darwin in a single journey visiting 45 destinations in 21 countries.
The Sydney to Genoa voyage traces the coastline to three new Australian ports: Kangaroo Island, home to sea lions and koalas; the pearling town of Broome on the Kimberley coast; and tropical Darwin. Fremantle becomes a new overnight call, giving guests time for the harbour, Perth’s beaches and Western Australia’s wine country, before the ship sails on through Asia and the Middle East to Genoa on 4 May. The Valparaíso to Sydney voyage includes a new call at Timaru on New Zealand’s South Canterbury coast.
Both voyages are part of the full 119-night 2029 World Cruise aboard MSC Magnifica, which visits 45 destinations in 21 countries. The full voyage includes a circumnavigation of Australia with eight calls on Australian soil, from Sydney Harbour to Broome and Darwin, as well as nine overnight calls and 15 included excursions.
The experience continues on board the newly refurbished MSC Magnifica featuring the exclusive MSC Yacht Club, MSC Cruises’ award-winning “ship-within-a-ship” concept.
MSC Yacht Club guests can enjoy key-card access to an array of private facilities, 24-hour butler and concierge services, spacious and elegantly appointed suites, a dedicated restaurant and lounge, and a private sundeck with hot tubs, grill restaurant and bar – all while being within easy reach of everything the rest of the ship has to offer.
Guests on MSC Cruises’ 2029 World Cruise can also enjoy destination-inspired activities, themed dining nights, local food pairings and port-inspired cocktails, along with live music, large-scale productions, language and dance classes and more.
Itinerary highlights include:
OVERNIGHT: Sydney, Australia: Sailing through Sydney Heads and past the Opera House is an arrival to remember. With a night in port, guests have time for dinner by the harbour and, the next day, the climb to the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, 134 metres above the water, on an MSC Cruises excursion.
NEW: Broome, Australia – Set on Western Australia’s rugged Kimberley coast, where red landscapes meet turquoise waters, guests discover Broome’s fascinating pearling heritage and spectacular wilderness.
NEW: Darwin, Australia – At the tropical gateway to Australia’s Northern Territory, Darwin combines a vibrant waterfront, diverse wildlife and dramatic landscapes.
NEW: Timaru, New Zealand – Discover the charming coastal town of Timaru and the spectacular landscapes of South Canterbury, where rolling countryside meets rugged coastline.
Returning favourite: Milford Sound, New Zealand – Guests can cruise through towering fjords, cascading waterfalls and lush rainforest in one of New Zealand’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders.
NEW: Lautoka, Fiji – Guests can wander palm-lined avenues or escape to the nearby Mamanuca Islands, where white-sand beaches invite swimming, snorkelling and surfing.
Lombok Island, Indonesia: Lombok offers volcanic landscapes, traditional villages, beaches and a distinctive local culture.
NEW: Celukan Bawang, North Bali, Indonesia – Guests can experience a quieter side of Bali, with traditional villages, ancient temples and volcanic landscapes offering a glimpse into the island’s natural and cultural heritage.
OVERNIGHT: Singapore – Singapore combines modern landmarks with historic neighbourhoods, markets and lush green spaces. An overnight stay gives guests more time to explore the city.
OVERNIGHT: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – Guests will have more time to explore this vibrant city’s white-sand beaches and iconic landmarks, including Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer statue.
OVERNIGHT: Ushuaia, Argentina – Guests can explore one of the world’s southernmost cities and gateway to Tierra del Fuego National Park. From here they can see glaciers and fjords of the Beagle Channel, spot whales, and experience Patagonia.
Booking details & advantages:
Bookings for the 2029 World Cruise are now open, with guests able to choose from four embarkation ports in early January 2029: Civitavecchia (Rome), Genoa (Italy), Marseille (France) and Barcelona (Spain). As part of their cruise ticket, guests will enjoy a range of added benefits designed to enhance their experience. These include 15 shore excursions included in the booking price, a complimentary Dine & Drink beverage package featuring house wines, draught beer and a selection of other drinks served during lunch and dinner, as well as a 30% discount on laundry services. In addition, Classic level MSC Voyagers Club members and above will receive a 5% discount on their booking price. As an exclusive Sales Opening benefit available until 19 November, members will also earn triple points on their World Cruise booking, credited before departure, instantly unlocking valuable privileges and benefits.
