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MSCMSC Musica

MSC Musica
March 16, 2024

8-Night South America from Montevideo aboard MSC Musica · Departing March 16, 2024 from the Port of Montevideo, Uruguay.

// AT A GLANCE

This 8-night cruise aboard the Musica departs from Montevideo, Uruguay on Saturday, March 16, 2024 and returns on Sunday, Mar 24th. March weather across this route averages 91°/60°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.1 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE

CAUTION TIER

Safer than 61% of all cruises

Ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

FULL BREAKDOWN →

night cruise

Sat → Sun

Montevideo

departure port

Uruguay

port stops

Montevideo

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 Musica March 16, 2024 Roll Call

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// 7 CRUISERS · LOCKED

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// 03 · ITINERARY

South America from Montevideo Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMARCH 16, 2024

The MSC Musica sails on March 16, 2024 for a South America from Montevideo (Montevideo Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Montevideo, Uruguay at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Montevideo, Uruguay on Mar 24th at 7:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the MSC Musica will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE

MSC Musica

MARCH 16, 2024

9 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓

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8 NIGHTS · 4 PORTS

ROUND-TRIP · MONTEVIDEO

// 04 · PORTS

South America from Montevideo Port List

MSC Musica·March 16, 2024

DAY

EMBARKATION

SATURDAY·MAR 16

Montevideo

Uruguay

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

5:00 PM

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.

MARCH FORECAST

72°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Itajai, Brazil — Day 3 of MSC Musica March 16, 2024 cruise

DAY

PORT 2

MONDAY·MAR 18

Itajai

Brazil

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

8:00 AM

5:00 PM

Itajai, Brazil, has docking at Itajai Port. Travelers explore Balneário Camboriú’s beaches and cable car. Excursions visit Blumenau’s German heritage sites. Local markets sell coxinhas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather. Photography captures Atlantic shores and urban skylines. Dining onboard includes pão de queijo, a Brazilian snack. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Santa Catarina’s history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Comfortable shoes enhance beach walks. Itajai’s coastal vibrancy offers a lively Brazilian stop, blending beaches with cultural charm.

MARCH FORECAST

77°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Ilhabela, Brazil — Day 4 of MSC Musica March 16, 2024 cruise

DAY

PORT 3

TUESDAY·MAR 19

Ilhabela

Brazil

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

10:00 AM

8:00 PM

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.

MARCH FORECAST

79°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Rio De Janeiro, Brazil — Day 5 of MSC Musica March 16, 2024 cruise

DAY

PORT 4

WEDNESDAY·MAR 20

Rio De Janeiro

Brazil

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

4:00 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.

MARCH FORECAST

82°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Buenos Aires, Argentina — Day 8 of MSC Musica March 16, 2024 cruise

DAY

PORT 7

SATURDAY·MAR 23

Buenos Aires

Argentina

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

8:00 AM

6:00 PM

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.

MARCH FORECAST

72°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Montevideo, Uruguay — Day 9 of MSC Musica March 16, 2024 cruise

DAY

DISEMBARKATION

SUNDAY·MAR 24

Montevideo

Uruguay

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

—

Returning to Montevideo — see Day 1 above for port info.

MARCH FORECAST

72°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

// 05 · WEATHER

South America from Montevideo Weather Forecast

MSC Musica·March 16, 2024

MAR FORECAST · MONTEVIDEO

Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.

72°

AVG · °F

Mostly sunny days

AVG HIGH

88°

AVG LOW

56°

AVG RAINFALL

4.6"

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

// YEAR-ROUND AT MONTEVIDEO

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

AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN

// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

MSC Musica March 16, 2024 Excursions

MSC Musica·March 16, 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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Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.

See all Montevideo excursions

// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

South America from Montevideo

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

CAUTION TIER

LOWHIGH

Safer than 61% of all cruises

6.1/10 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 BREAKDOWN05 PORTS

01

Montevideo 🌍

Uruguay · UruguayMODERATE

Montevideo is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in crowded areas and after dark to avoid petty theft.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

02

Itajai 🌍

Brazil · BrazilMODERATE

Travelers in Itajai should remain vigilant and take standard precautions to minimize risks, especially in areas with moderate crime.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

03

Ilhabela 🌍

Brazil · BrazilMODERATE

Travelers in Ilhabela should remain vigilant and avoid isolated areas after dark due to the moderate risk of petty theft and crime.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

04

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

05

Buenos Aires 🌍

Argentina · ArgentinaCAUTION

Travelers should stay vigilant in Buenos Aires due to higher crime rates, especially in tourist areas, and consider organized tours for safety.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MSC Musica Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsMSC

MSC · MUSICA

CHRISTENED

2006

STATEROOMS

1,335

TONNAGE

92,409GT

32.2% BELOW AVG· vs avg 136,380 GT

YEAR BUILT

2006

7 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2013

LENGTH

964ft

6.4% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,030 ft

PASSENGER COUNT

2,550cruisers

43.3% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,494 cruisers

// ABOUT THE SHIP

The MSC Musica has a construction date of 2006 and a total size of 92,409 gross tons. The ship measures 964 feet in length. MSC Musica is included in MSC's Musica class. At full capacity, the Musica holds 2,550 passengers. That includes 1,563 cruise vacationers and 987 staff members. The Musica total number of staterooms is 1,335.