MSC Cruises Inaugural Alaska Itineraries

MSC Cruises is sharing more details about its inaugural season in Alaska.

Later this year, the brand will begin offering new seven-night sailings aboard the MSC Poesia, departing from Seattle.

The ship, which is undergoing renovations, will visit Ketchikan, Icy Straight Point and Juneau in Alaska; and Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Travelers will also have a chance to sail through the scenic Tracy Arm Fjord.

At each destination, guests will have a variety of shore excursions to choose from—like exploring Totem Bight Historical Park, taking a flightseeing tour of Misty Fjords National Monument or riding the Sky Peak Gondola from the base of Icy Strait Point.

Other options include e-bike tours, culinary experiences and dog sledding on the Mendenhall Glacier. 

This article originally appeared in TravelPulse.

Contact My Journey Begins Travel to book your cabin on MSC Poesia in one of MSC Cruises inaugural Alaska Itineraries.

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Here is more information on MSC Poesia, which is currentlly undergoing renovations; this article originally appeared in TravelPulse.

MSC Cruises’ ship MSC Poesia is getting a massive upgrade, with the addition of the MSC Yacht Club, two new specialty restaurants, a sports bar, renovated MSC Aurea Spa and improved fitness center.

Travelers will be able to enjoy the newly renovated ship during its first Alaska season beginning next May. Itineraries will visit key ports in the region, including Ketchikan, Icy Strait Point, Tracy Arm, Juneau and Victoria. 

The addition of the MSC Yacht Club expands the ship-within-a-ship luxury concept, with 24-hour butler service, 63 spacious suites across five categories and access to exclusive amenities, including a restaurant, lounge, private sundeck with whirlpools and more. 

Beyond the MSC Yacht Club experience, all guests will be able to enjoy the addition of American-style steakhouse Butcher’s Cut, a reimagined Kaito Sushi Bar, the All-Stars Sports Bar and an upgraded spa and fitness center. 

Following the ship’s Alaska season, MSC Poesia will sail the winter 2026-27 season in the Caribbean and Central America, including a Panama Canal Grand Voyage experience.