MSC Armonia - 12/27/2025
The December 27, 2025 cruise on the MSC Armonia departs from Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. On this 8 Night South America (Rio De Janeiro Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Armonia sets sail on Saturday, Dec 27th and returns on Sunday, Jan 4th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Armonia cruise ship departing December 27, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,815 ($227 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,450 ($182 per night), this represents a recent increase of 25%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MSC Armonia - December 27, 2025 - 8 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 26th | Rio De Janeiro, Brazil |
| 2 | Dec 27th | At Sea |
| 3 | Dec 29th | Salvador De Bahia, Brazil |
| 4 | Dec 29th | At Sea |
| 5 | Dec 31st | Copacabana, Brazil |
| 6 | Jan 1st | Angras Dos Reis, Brazil |
| 6 | Dec 26th | Copacabana, Brazil |
| 7 | Jan 2nd | Buzios, Brazil |
| 8 | Jan 3rd | Ilhabela, Brazil |
| 9 | Jan 4th | Rio De Janeiro, Brazil |
The MSC Armonia sails on December 27, 2025 for a 8 Night South America (Rio De Janeiro Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Rio De Janeiro, Brazil at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Rio De Janeiro, Brazil on Jan 4th at 7:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the MSC Armonia will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
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Cruise Ship
MSC Armonia
MSC ARMONIA SIZE
The Armonia has a construction date of 2001 and a total size of 65,541 gross tons. The ship measures 902 feet (275 meters) in length. MSC Armonia is included in MSC’s Lirica Class. At full capacity, the MSC Armonia holds 3,400 passengers. That includes 2,679 cruise vacationers and 721 staff members. The Armonia total number of staterooms is 972.
MSC Armonia Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:65,541 GT
- Length:902 ft (275 m)
- Beam:105 ft (32 m)
- Draft:22 ft (7 m)
- Max Speed:24 mph (21 kn)
- Year Built:2001
- Years Served:2001 - Present
- Capacity:2,679
- Crew Members:721
- Total on Board:3,400
- Total Staterooms:972
- Flagged Country:Panama
- Ship Cost:245 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see MSC Armonia age and stats vs all MSC ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
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Cruise Ports
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, offers docking at Porto Maravilha. Travelers explore Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach. Excursions visit Sugarloaf Mountain’s cable car. Local markets sell feijoada. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures iconic statues and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes pão de queijo, a Brazilian favorite. Souvenirs, like samba crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carioca history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Rio’s vibrant energy offers a dynamic Brazilian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks, scenic beaches, and samba culture, making Rio de Janeiro an engaging destination for exploration.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Salvador de Bahia, Brazil, offers docking at Salvador Port. Travelers explore Pelourinho’s UNESCO colonial streets and Elevador Lacerda. Excursions visit Praia do Forte’s beaches. Local markets sell acarajé. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures colorful facades and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes moqueca, a Bahian favorite. Souvenirs, like berimbau crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Afro-Brazilian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance cobblestone walks. Salvador’s vibrant culture offers a dynamic Brazilian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and coastal beauty, making Salvador an engaging destination for exploration.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Copacabana, Brazil, serves as an inland stop for cruises docking at Rio de Janeiro, 10 kilometers north by taxi. The beachfront, population 160,000 nearby, features the iconic Copacabana Palace. Local markets sell cachaça. Excursions to Sugarloaf Mountain, 15 minutes north, offer cable car rides. Peak season December to March; taxis 10-20 BRL. Dining includes feijoada at beachfront restaurants. Souvenirs feature Christ the Redeemer figurines.
Angra dos Reis, Brazil, anchors offshore with tenders to the pier, 2 kilometers from downtown, population 200,000. Travelers board schooners to Ilha Grande, 30 minutes away, for Lopes Mendes Beach hiking. The 16th-century Santa Luzia Church features baroque altars. Local markets sell acai bowls. Excursions to Paraty, 90 minutes east, explore colonial cobblestone streets. Peak season December to March; taxis 10-20 BRL. Dining includes moqueca (fish stew) at waterfront cafes. Souvenirs feature cachaça bottles.
Copacabana, Brazil, serves as an inland stop for cruises docking at Rio de Janeiro, 10 kilometers north by taxi. The beachfront, population 160,000 nearby, features the iconic Copacabana Palace. Local markets sell cachaça. Excursions to Sugarloaf Mountain, 15 minutes north, offer cable car rides. Peak season December to March; taxis 10-20 BRL. Dining includes feijoada at beachfront restaurants. Souvenirs feature Christ the Redeemer figurines.
Buzios, Brazil, anchors offshore with tenders to Canto Beach, a 5-minute ride to downtown, population 30,000. Travelers stroll Rua das Pedras for boutiques. Praia da Ferradura offers snorkeling. Local markets sell cachaça. Excursions to Arraial do Cabo, 1 hour east, explore beaches. Peak season December to March; taxis 10-20 BRL. Dining includes moqueca at seaside restaurants. Souvenirs feature Havaianas flip-flops.
Ilhabela, Brazil, has docking at Ilhabela Port. Travelers explore Curral Beach and rainforest trails. Excursions visit Cachoeira da Toca’s waterfalls. Local markets sell cachaça. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather. Photography captures Atlantic forests and coastal vistas. Dining onboard includes moqueca, a Brazilian fish stew. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover island history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Ilhabela’s lush landscapes offer a vibrant Brazilian stop, blending beaches with rainforest adventures.
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, offers docking at Porto Maravilha. Travelers explore Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach. Excursions visit Sugarloaf Mountain’s cable car. Local markets sell feijoada. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures iconic statues and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes pão de queijo, a Brazilian favorite. Souvenirs, like samba crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carioca history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Rio’s vibrant energy offers a dynamic Brazilian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks, scenic beaches, and samba culture, making Rio de Janeiro an engaging destination for exploration.