April 2, 2027
14-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Rio de Janeiro
From
$1,509
Price / day
$108
MSC Poesia|MSC Musica
MSC Poesia vs MSC Musica
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
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Newer Ship
MSC Poesia
Built in 2008
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
MSC Poesia vs MSC Musica: Quick Comparison
MSC Poesia is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2008, it is 2 years newer than MSC Musica, which entered service in 2006. MSC Poesia is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage at 92,627 GT. MSC Musica has upcoming sailings in South America. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | MSC Poesia | MSC Musica |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2008Newer | 2006 |
| Gross Tonnage | 92,627 GT | 92,409 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,223 | 3,223 |
| Space per Passenger | 28.7 GT | 28.7 GT |
| Length | 293 m | 293 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 1 | 1,233 |
Key Differences: MSC Poesia vs MSC Musica
Age
MSC Poesia was built in 2008, making it 2 years newer than MSC Musica, which was built in 2006.
Size
At 92,627 GT, MSC Poesia is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage than MSC Musica at 92,409 GT.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for MSC Poesia and MSC Musica (South America) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
MSC Musica
MSC Grand Voyages
- Departure Port
- Rio de Janeiro
- Region
- Cruise
- Nights
- 14
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Apr 2, 2027Rio de Janeiro
- Day 2 · Apr 3, 2027At Sea
- Day 3 · Apr 4, 2027At Sea
- Day 4 · Apr 5, 2027Maceio
- Day 5 · Apr 6, 2027At Sea
- Day 6 · Apr 7, 2027At Sea
- Day 7 · Apr 8, 2027At Sea
- Day 8 · Apr 9, 2027At Sea
- Day 9 · Apr 10, 2027At Sea
- Day 10 · Apr 11, 2027At Sea
- Day 11 · Apr 12, 2027Las Palmas
- Day 12 · Apr 13, 2027At Sea
- Day 13 · Apr 14, 2027At Sea
- Day 14 · Apr 15, 2027Tarragona
- Day 15 · Apr 16, 2027Marseille
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
MSC Poesia
MSC Musica
December 20, 2027
7-Night South America Cruise
Departing from Santos
From
$1,099
Price / day
$157
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MSC Poesia
Average
$0 / day
VS
MSC Musica
Average
$133 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MSC Poesia if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
Choose MSC Musica if…
- You want to sail in South America.
- Departing from Rio de Janeiro and Santos works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than MSC Poesia.
MSC Poesia vs MSC Musica: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MSC Poesia
Built in 2008
2 years newer
Bigger
MSC Poesia
92,627 GT
0% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- MSC Poesia is 2 years newer.
- MSC Poesia is 0% larger by gross tonnage.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MSC Poesia or MSC Musica?
MSC Poesia is newer. It was built in 2008, while MSC Musica was built in 2006, making MSC Poesia 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, MSC Poesia or MSC Musica?
MSC Poesia is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 92,627 GT compared with MSC Musica at 92,409 GT.
Where does MSC Musica sail?
The upcoming MSC Musica sailings currently listed cover South America, departing from Rio de Janeiro and Santos.
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