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MSC Cruise Cost Calculator

Enter the MSC fare you found, then compare gratuities, drinks package prices, WiFi, excursions, port fees, and onboard extras.

Key Cost Facts for MSC Cruises

Daily Gratuity

$16.00

per person per day

Service Charge

None

included in pricing

Included Free

6 items

Main dining room, Marketplace buffet & more

Drink Packages

$85

Premium Extra /day

What's Included Free on MSC Cruises

  • Main dining room
  • Marketplace buffet
  • Entertainment and shows
  • Pools and waterslides
  • Kids clubs (5 age-segmented groups, LEGO partnership)
  • Some basic beverages with certain fare types

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Frequently Asked Questions About MSC Cruises Costs

How much are MSC drinks package prices?
CruiseKit's MSC planning inputs include Premium Extra at $85.00 per person per day and Alcohol-Free Package at $30.00 per person per day. Yacht Club and regional fare rules can change what is included, so use this as a planning estimate.
How much does the MSC drink package cost?
The main MSC drink package input in CruiseKit is Premium Extra at $85.00 per person per day. Compare that against how many drinks you expect to buy on ship and in port.
How much does MSC cruise WiFi cost?
MSC WiFi planning inputs include Browse at $16.00 per day and Browse & Stream at $20.00 per day. Yacht Club guests may have WiFi included, so check your fare type before adding it.
How much does an MSC cruise really cost after add-ons?
A low MSC fare can stay cheap if you skip packages, but drinks, WiFi, excursions, gratuities, and specialty dining change the total quickly. Use this calculator to compare bare-bones, mid-range, and bundled MSC budgets.
How much are daily gratuities on MSC Cruises?
MSC Cruises charges $16.00 per person per day for standard cabins. These are automatically added to your onboard account.
What is included free on a MSC Cruises cruise?
MSC Cruises includes the following at no extra charge: Main dining room, Marketplace buffet, Entertainment and shows, Pools and waterslides, Kids clubs (5 age-segmented groups, LEGO partnership), Some basic beverages with certain fare types.
How much does a drink package cost on MSC Cruises?
MSC Cruises offers 2 drink package tiers. The Premium Extra is $85.00/day per person. The Alcohol-Free Package is $30.00/day per person. Budget drink packages eliminated April 2025. New packages expected summer 2026. Yacht Club fare includes all beverages and WiFi. Service charge included in package pricing.
What are the hidden fees on a MSC Cruises cruise?
Beyond the advertised fare, expect to pay for gratuities ($16.00/day/person), port fees (~$20/day/person), WiFi, specialty dining (avg $40/meal), shore excursions (avg $85/port), and optional extras like spa treatments (avg $135).
Does MSC Cruises charge a service charge on drinks?
MSC Cruises does not add a separate service charge on drinks. Gratuities are handled through the daily per-person charge.