MSC Fantasia - 12/10/2025
The December 10, 2025 cruise on the MSC Fantasia departs from Buenos Aires, Argentina. On this MSC Grand Voyages from Buenos Aires sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Fantasia sets sail on Wednesday, Dec 10th and returns on Thursday, Dec 18th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Fantasia cruise ship departing December 10, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,723 ($216 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,326 ($166 per night), this represents a recent increase of 30%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MSC Fantasia - December 10, 2025 - 8 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 9th | Buenos Aires, Argentina |
| 2 | Dec 10th | At Sea |
| 3 | Dec 11th | At Sea |
| 4 | Dec 13th | Rio De Janeiro, Brazil |
| 5 | Dec 14th | Ilhabela, Brazil |
| 6 | Dec 15th | Camboriu, Brazil |
| 7 | Dec 15th | At Sea |
| 8 | Dec 17th | Montevideo, Uruguay |
| 9 | Dec 18th | Buenos Aires, Argentina |
The MSC Fantasia sails on December 10, 2025 for a MSC Grand Voyages from Buenos Aires. The ship will depart the port of Buenos Aires, Argentina at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Buenos Aires, Argentina on Dec 18th at 7:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the MSC Fantasia will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
Based on my comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.
Cruise Ship
MSC Fantasia
MSC FANTASIA SIZE
The Fantasia has a construction date of 2008 and a total size of 137,936 gross tons. The ship measures 1,093 feet (333 meters) in length. MSC Fantasia is included in MSC’s Fantasia Class. At full capacity, the MSC Fantasia holds 4,587 passengers. That includes 3,274 cruise vacationers and 1,313 staff members. The Fantasia total number of staterooms is 1,635.
MSC Fantasia Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:137,936 GT
- Length:1,093 ft (333 m)
- Beam:124 ft (38 m)
- Draft:28 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:24 mph (21 kn)
- Year Built:2008
- Years Served:2008 - Present
- Capacity:3,274
- Crew Members:1,313
- Total on Board:4,587
- Total Staterooms:1,635
- Flagged Country:Panama
- Ship Cost:550 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see MSC Fantasia 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
Buenos Aires, Argentina, offers docking at Buenos Aires Port. Travelers explore La Boca and Recoleta Cemetery. Excursions visit Tigre Delta. Local markets sell empanadas. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures colorful barrios and Río de la Plata vistas. Dining onboard includes asado, an Argentine favorite. Souvenirs, like tango crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Peronist history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Buenos Aires’ vibrant charm offers a lively Argentine stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic rivers, making Buenos Aires an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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.
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.
Camboriu, Brazil, docks at Balneário Camboriú Port, a 10-minute walk to downtown, population 140,000. Travelers ride the cable car to Unipraias Park for beach views. Praia Central offers surfing. Local markets sell açaí bowls. Excursions to Blumenau, 1 hour north, visit German-style breweries. Peak season December to March; taxis 10-20 BRL. Dining includes camarão na moranga at beach restaurants. Souvenirs feature Havaianas flip-flops.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Montevideo, Uruguay, offers docking at Montevideo Port. Travelers explore Plaza Independencia and Pocitos Beach. Excursions visit Colonia del Sacramento. Local markets sell asado. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Río de la Plata vistas. Dining onboard includes chivito, a Uruguayan favorite. Souvenirs, like mate gourds, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Gaucho history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Montevideo’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Uruguayan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic plazas and scenic beaches, making Montevideo an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Buenos Aires, Argentina, offers docking at Buenos Aires Port. Travelers explore La Boca and Recoleta Cemetery. Excursions visit Tigre Delta. Local markets sell empanadas. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures colorful barrios and Río de la Plata vistas. Dining onboard includes asado, an Argentine favorite. Souvenirs, like tango crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Peronist history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Buenos Aires’ vibrant charm offers a lively Argentine stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic rivers, making Buenos Aires an engaging destination. (126 words)