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Weather data for each port of call is available in the per-port weather forecast section, with monthly climate averages for the sailing month.

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The MSC Grandiosa departs on April 3rd, 2024 and returns 16 nights later.

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MSCMSC Grandiosa

MSC Grandiosa
April 3, 2024

16-Night Msc Grand Voyages aboard MSC Grandiosa · Departing April 3, 2024 from the Port of Rio De Janeiro, Brazil.

// AT A GLANCE

This 16-night cruise aboard the Grandiosa departs from Rio De Janeiro, Brazil on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 and returns on Friday, Apr 19th. April weather across this route averages 83°/50°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.7 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports. Balcony cabins dropped $90 on Mar 31.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE

MODERATE TIER

Safer than 67% of all cruises

Ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

FULL BREAKDOWN →

night cruise

Wed → Fri

Rio De Janeiro

departure port

Brazil

port stops

Voyages

sea days

Day 2

// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

MSC Grandiosa April 3, 2024 Roll Call

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// 7 CRUISERS · LOCKED

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MSC Grandiosa April 3, 2024 Price & Tracking

MSC GRANDIOSA·APRIL 3, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Grandiosa cruise ship departing April 3, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $519 ($33 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $545 ($35 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 5%.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE

Last 6 months · refreshes daily

This cabin

Avg $545

LIVE RATE

INSIDE CABIN

MSC Grandiosa · April 3, 2024

$519

$33 per night · 16 nights

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5% below average

Avg $545 · You save $26

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MSC Grandiosa April 3, 2024 — recent price snapshots

Date

Inside

Oceanview

Balcony

Suite

Mar 31, 2024

$519

$809

$959

$2,399

Mar 26, 2024

—

$1,049

—

Mar 21, 2024

—

$1,049

—

Mar 15, 2024

$519

—

$1,049

$5,229

Mar 10, 2024

—

$5,229

Mar 5, 2024

$519

$709

$1,049

$5,229

Feb 29, 2024

$469

$709

$959

$5,229

Feb 24, 2024

$469

$709

$959

$5,229

Feb 19, 2024

$879

$659

$909

$5,229

// 03 · ITINERARY

16 Night Msc Grand Voyages (Rio De Janeiro To Barcelona) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapAPRIL 3, 2024

The MSC Grandiosa sails on April 3, 2024 for a 16 Night Msc Grand Voyages (Rio De Janeiro To Barcelona) (Rio De Janeiro Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Rio De Janeiro, Brazil at 8:00 PM and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on Apr 19th at 7:00 AM. During the 17-day journey, the MSC Grandiosa will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 11 days at sea.

// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE

MSC Grandiosa

APRIL 3, 2024

17 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓

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16 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS

ROUND-TRIP · RIO DE JANEIRO

// 04 · PORTS

16 Night Msc Grand Voyages (Rio De Janeiro To Barcelona) Port List

MSC Grandiosa·April 3, 2024

DAY

EMBARKATION

WEDNESDAY·APR 3

Rio De Janeiro

Brazil

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

8:00 PM

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.

APRIL FORECAST

78°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands — Day 10 of MSC Grandiosa April 3, 2024 cruise

DAY

PORT 9

FRIDAY·APR 12

Santa Cruz De Tenerife

Canary Islands

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

5:00 PM

Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, offers docking at Santa Cruz Port. Travelers explore Auditorio de Tenerife and Anaga Mountains. Excursions visit Teide National Park. Local markets sell mojo potatoes. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes ropa vieja, a Canarian favorite. Souvenirs, like lava crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Guanche history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance mountain hikes. Santa Cruz’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and scenic volcanoes, making Santa Cruz an engaging destination.

APRIL FORECAST

70°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Casablanca, Morocco — Day 12 of MSC Grandiosa April 3, 2024 cruise

DAY

PORT 11

SUNDAY·APR 14

Casablanca

Morocco

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

10:00 PM

Casablanca, Morocco, docks at Port de Casablanca, 3 kilometers from downtown, with taxis for 15-minute rides. The city, population 3.5 million, features the Hassan II Mosque with a 210-meter minaret. Travelers stroll the Corniche for Atlantic views. Local markets sell tagines. Excursions to Rabat, 1 hour north, visit the Royal Palace. Peak season April to October; taxis 20-50 MAD. Dining includes couscous at medina cafes. Souvenirs feature leather slippers.

APRIL FORECAST

70°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Malaga, Spain — Day 14 of MSC Grandiosa April 3, 2024 cruise

DAY

PORT 13

TUESDAY·APR 16

Malaga

Spain

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

7:00 PM

Málaga, Spain, offers docking at Málaga Port. Travelers explore Alcazaba Fortress and Picasso Museum. Excursions visit Ronda’s deep gorges. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes paella, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Málaga’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic coasts, making Málaga an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Costa del Sol.

APRIL FORECAST

61°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Valencia, Spain — Day 16 of MSC Grandiosa April 3, 2024 cruise

DAY

PORT 15

THURSDAY·APR 18

Valencia

Spain

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

4:00 PM

Valencia, Spain, offers docking at Valencia Port. Travelers explore City of Arts and Sciences and La Lonja. Excursions visit Albufera’s lagoon. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures futuristic architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes horchata, a Valencian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Valencian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Valencia’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and scenic coasts, making Valencia an engaging destination for exploration.

APRIL FORECAST

60°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Barcelona, Spain — Day 17 of MSC Grandiosa April 3, 2024 cruise

DAY

DISEMBARKATION

FRIDAY·APR 19

Barcelona

Spain

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

—

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region.

APRIL FORECAST

58°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

// 05 · WEATHER

16 Night Msc Grand Voyages (Rio De Janeiro To Barcelona) Weather Forecast

MSC Grandiosa·April 3, 2024

APR FORECAST · RIO DE JANEIRO

Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.

78°

AVG · °F

Mostly sunny days

AVG HIGH

92°

AVG LOW

64°

AVG RAINFALL

4.0"

Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo

// YEAR-ROUND AT RIO DE JANEIRO

Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.

AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN

// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

MSC Grandiosa April 3, 2024 Excursions

MSC Grandiosa·April 3, 2024

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT

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See all Rio De Janeiro excursions

// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

16 Night Msc Grand Voyages (Rio De Janeiro To Barcelona)

Based on 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.

ITINERARY AVERAGE

MODERATE TIER

LOWHIGH

Safer than 67% of all cruises

6.7/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

// HOW WE SCORE

Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0

Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.

6.5 – 7.9

Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.

5.0 – 6.4

Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.

0 – 4.9

High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.

REFRESHED MONTHLY

// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN06 PORTS

01

Rio De Janeiro 🌍

Brazil · BrazilHIGH CAUTION

Travelers in Rio de Janeiro should stay vigilant, avoid high-risk areas, and take standard safety precautions to mitigate crime risks.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

02

Santa Cruz De Tenerife 🇪🇸

Canary Islands · SpainMODERATE

Santa Cruz de Tenerife is generally safe for cruise travelers, though visitors should remain vigilant against occasional petty crime in crowded areas.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

03

Casablanca 🌍

Morocco · MoroccoCAUTION

Travelers in Casablanca should remain vigilant, avoid risky areas, and secure their belongings to minimize risks while exploring.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

04

Malaga 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers in Malaga should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and popular attractions.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

05

Valencia 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Valencia is a safe cruise port with a low crime rate, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in busy areas.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

06

Barcelona 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MSC Grandiosa Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsMSC

MSC · MERAVIGLIA PLUS

CHRISTENED

2019

STATEROOMS

2,415

TONNAGE

181,541GT

33.1% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 136,380 GT

YEAR BUILT

2019

6 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2013

LENGTH

1,087ft

5.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 1,030 ft

PASSENGER COUNT

6,334cruisers

41.0% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 4,494 cruisers

// ABOUT THE SHIP

The MSC Grandiosa has a construction date of 2019 and a total size of 181,541 gross tons. The ship measures 1,087 feet in length. MSC Grandiosa is included in MSC's Meraviglia Plus class. At full capacity, the Grandiosa holds 6,334 passengers. That includes 4,630 cruise vacationers and 1,704 staff members. The Grandiosa total number of staterooms is 2,415.