6758
Passengers
2142
Crew
2025
Launched
215863t
Tonnage
333m
Length
47m
Width
22kts
Speed
16
Decks
EUR
Currency

About MSC World Asia

MSC World Asia, run by MSC Cruises, is a large ocean resort ship launched in 2025. This vessel can carry up to 6,758 guests across 2,582 cabins and 2,142 crew members.

This size of ship focuses on onboard variety, with a wide selection of venues and activities available throughout the sailings. MSC World Asia welcomes children on board.

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Restaurants, Bars & Cafés on MSC World Asia

Restaurants, Bars & Cafés

Guests can choose from 12 restaurants and eating venues, including seven complimentary venues and five available at an extra cost. Mexican, International, Italian cookery – and more – are all on offer. There are also 16 bars and lounges across the ship.

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Entertainment on MSC World Asia

Entertainment

One of the benefits of sailing aboard MSC World Asia is the variety available on board. The entertainment offering includes coral cove pool and raj polo tea house, among other options.

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Shore excursions and activities on MSC World Asia

Shore excursions and activities

Visiting multiple destinations is one of the major advantages of sailing aboard MSC World Asia, and MSC Cruises's team of experts have curated a programme of shore excursions designed to give you a deeper sense of the remarkable places you've travelled to see. Expect to spend your days joining in protectours, MSC yacht club and MSC bike adventours. Complementing the exploration on shore, onboard activities such as reception and raj polo tea house are designed to make your days on the water memorable, too.

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Accommodation on MSC World Asia

Accommodation

MSC World Asia has 2,582 cabins across 25 accommodation categories. That includes inside and outside options. Amenities vary across the tiers, with higher-category cabins including a generous array of extra perks. But across the board, you'll still experience the signature MSC Cruises approach to quality and service.

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Ship Interior & Deck Plans on MSC World Asia

Ship Interior & Deck Plans

MSC World Asia spans 16 decks. Explore the ship's deck plans to see every level.

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Frequently asked questions

Where does MSC World Asia sail?

MSC World Asia departs from Barcelona, Marseille, Genoa, Civitavecchia, Messina, and Naples, sailing to Europe.

How much does it cost to cruise on MSC World Asia and when should I book?

A 7-night cruise on MSC World Asia costs from £799 per person in January, rising to £1,441 per person in the peak month of August.

What cruise line operates MSC World Asia and when was it built?

MSC World Asia is operated by MSC Cruises. She was launched in 2025.

How big is MSC World Asia?

MSC World Asia has a gross tonnage of 215,863 GT, measures 333m long by 47m wide, cruises at 22 knots, and has 16 passenger decks.

How many passengers and cabins does MSC World Asia have?

MSC World Asia accommodates up to 6,758 passengers with a crew of 2,142 across 2,582 cabins.

What facilities and entertainment are on MSC World Asia?

MSC World Asia features 13+ dining venues, shows and entertainment, and spa and fitness centre. This is an adults-only ship (no passengers under 18).

What type of cruising is MSC World Asia best for?

The onboard currency on MSC World Asia is EUR.

What is the average price of a cruise on MSC World Asia?

The average price of a cruise on MSC World Asia is £1,213 per person.

Is smoking allowed on MSC World Asia?

Smoking is permitted on board MSC World Asia in designated areas only.

Does MSC World Asia have a swimming pool?

MSC World Asia has a swimming pool on board.

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