MSC Grandiosa - 2/22/2025
The February 22, 2025 cruise on the MSC Grandiosa departs from Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil. On this 7 Night South America (Santos Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Grandiosa sets sail on Saturday, Feb 22nd and returns on Saturday, Mar 1st.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Grandiosa cruise ship departing February 22, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $661 ($95 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $679 ($98 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 3%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MSC Grandiosa - February 22, 2025 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Feb 21st | Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil |
| 2 | Feb 23rd | Buzios, Brazil |
| 3 | Feb 23rd | At Sea |
| 4 | Feb 25th | Salvador De Bahia, Brazil |
| 5 | Feb 26th | Maceio, Brazil |
| 6 | Feb 26th | At Sea |
| 7 | Feb 27th | At Sea |
| 8 | Mar 1st | Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil |
The MSC Grandiosa sails on February 22, 2025 for a 7 Night South America (Santos Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil on Mar 1st at 7:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MSC Grandiosa will visit 3 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 Grandiosa
MSC GRANDIOSA SIZE
The Grandiosa has a construction date of 2019 and a total size of 181,541 gross tons. The ship measures 1,087 feet (331 meters) in length. MSC Grandiosa is included in MSC’s Meraviglia Plus Class. At full capacity, the MSC Grandiosa holds 8,038 passengers. That includes 6,334 cruise vacationers and 1,704 staff members. The Grandiosa total number of staterooms is 2,415.
MSC Grandiosa Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:181,541 GT
- Length:1,087 ft (331 m)
- Beam:141 ft (43 m)
- Draft:29 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
- Year Built:2019
- Years Served:2019 - Present
- Capacity:6,334
- Crew Members:1,704
- Total on Board:8,038
- Total Staterooms:2,415
- Flagged Country:Malta
- Ship Cost:950 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see MSC Grandiosa 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
Santos (Sao Paulo), Brazil, offers docking at Santos Port with excursions to Sao Paulo. Travelers explore Ibirapuera Park and Sé Cathedral. Excursions visit Guarujá’s beaches. Local markets sell feijoada. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures urban landmarks and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes pão de queijo, a Brazilian favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee beans, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Paulista history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Santos’ urban gateway offers a vibrant Brazilian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of metropolitan culture and coastal beauty, making Santos an engaging destination for exploration.
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.
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.
Maceio, Brazil, provides docking at Maceio Port along the Atlantic coast. Travelers explore Pajuçara Beach’s natural pools and the historic Jaraguá district. Excursions visit São Francisco River’s scenic canyons. Local markets sell cuscuz, a northeastern Brazilian dish. The peak season, December to March, offers warm, sunny weather for beach activities. Photography captures turquoise waters and colonial architecture. Dining onboard includes tapioca pancakes, a local favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are available in ship shops. Briefings cover Alagoas’ history and Afro-Brazilian culture. Light clothing and sun protection are ideal for the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Maceio’s vibrant beaches and rich cultural heritage create a lively Brazilian stop, offering cruise travelers a blend of relaxation, history, and natural beauty in one of Brazil’s most picturesque coastal cities.
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!
Santos (Sao Paulo), Brazil, offers docking at Santos Port with excursions to Sao Paulo. Travelers explore Ibirapuera Park and Sé Cathedral. Excursions visit Guarujá’s beaches. Local markets sell feijoada. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures urban landmarks and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes pão de queijo, a Brazilian favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee beans, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Paulista history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Santos’ urban gateway offers a vibrant Brazilian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of metropolitan culture and coastal beauty, making Santos an engaging destination for exploration.