Looking for a cruise with a difference? Try a themed cruise - there are several available on the MSC Sinfonia and the MSC Opera during the new season. Includes a 5fm "love sucks" cruise on Valentines Day 2013, Radio Houtstock for langarm fans, Heart Radio & a Pink & Blue cruise.
Cruise news: The MSC Opera was the first ship to dock at the new IJMuiden port (Netherlands), which opened on 4 May. Contact cruises@Southafrica.to to book a cruise on the Opera (even before she gets to South Africa!)
Themed cruises from South Africa
Heart Radio: Cape Town, Luderitz
10 to 14 Dec 2012, Sinfonia (SI005)
"Cape Town's Beat" will be hosting this cruise to the lovely town of Luderitz, Namibia. Gather your friends for a music filled cruise. Relax by the pool during the day to chilled out grooves and dance the night away in the fantastic club onboard the MSC Sinfonia, Pasha.
Cabin Position |
Total for 2 adults sharing |
Special Included |
|---|---|---|
Inside - no window |
R9,900 |
30% discount |
Outside - window |
R11,412 |
30% discount |
Balcony suite |
R14,580 |
25% discount |
Radio Houtstok: Cape Town, Mossel Bay
11 to 14 Jan 2013, Sinfonia (SI011)
This cruise is dedicated to all Afrikaans music fans. You won't get many chances like this to revel in your favourite songs on a cruise ship! Bring all your friends and have a lekker langarm sokkie jol at night, and I guess, during the day too!
Cabin Position |
Total for 2 adults sharing |
Special Included |
|---|---|---|
Inside - no window |
R7,228 |
30% discount |
Outside - window |
R8,292 |
30% discount |
Balcony suite |
R10,555 |
25% discount |
Finesse: Durban, Portuguese Island
15 to 18 March 2013, Sinfonia (SI025)
One for the ladies, leave the men at home! The well known women's magazine Finesse will be hosting this cruise. You can look forward to goody bags, informative talks and great advice. Afterwards you can relax by the pool in your favourite swimsuit with your best friends and some delicious cocktails.
Cabin Position |
Total for 2 adults sharing |
Special Included |
|---|---|---|
Inside - no window |
R7,480 |
30% discount |
Outside - window |
R8,600 |
30% discount |
Balcony suite |
R10,960 |
25% discount |
Pink & Blue: Durban, Portuguese Island
22 to 25 March 2013, Sinfonia (SI027)
At the moment, this particular cruise is a bit of a mystery to us all. If I have to venture a guess, I'd say it sounds like a singles cruise. Pink for the ladies, blue for the guys, mix it up and have some fun!
Cabin Position |
Total for 2 adults sharing |
Special Included |
|---|---|---|
Inside - no window |
R8,138 |
30% discount |
Outside - window |
R9,356 |
30% discount |
Balcony suite |
R11,980 |
25% discount |
5fm Love Sucks, Durban, Maputo, Inhambane
11 to 15 Feb 2013, MSC Opera (OP024)
For everyone out there who hates Valentines Day, here is your perfect revenge! This promises to be a heck of a party cruise & is not for the faint hearted. By the sounds of it, you will need a holiday after your holiday!
Cabin Position |
Total for 2 adults sharing |
Special Included |
|---|---|---|
Inside - no window |
R8,948 |
30% discount |
Outside - window |
R10,180 |
30% discount |
Balcony cabin |
R11,636 |
30% discount |
Balcony suite |
R17,980 |
No discount |
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