MSC Musica - 12/28/2026
The December 28, 2026 cruise on the MSC Musica departs from Santo Tomas De Castilla, Guatemala. On this South America from Montevideo sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Musica sets sail on Monday, Dec 28th and returns on Wednesday, Jan 6th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Musica cruise ship departing December 28, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,205 ($245 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,217 ($247 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 1%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MSC Musica - December 28, 2026 - 9 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 28th | Santo Tomas De Castilla, Guatemala |
| 2 | Dec 29th | At Sea |
| 3 | Dec 30th | At Sea |
| 4 | Dec 31st | Montevideo, Uruguay |
| 5 | Jan 1st | Punta Del Este, Uruguay |
| 6 | Jan 2nd | Buenos Aires, Argentina |
| 7 | Jan 3rd | At Sea |
| 8 | Jan 4th | At Sea |
| 9 | Jan 5th | At Sea |
| 10 | Jan 6th | Santo Tomas De Castilla, Guatemala |
The MSC Musica sails on December 28, 2026 for a South America from Montevideo. The ship will depart the port of Santo Tomas De Castilla, Guatemala at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Santo Tomas De Castilla, Guatemala on Jan 6th at 7:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the MSC Musica will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
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Cruise Ship
MSC Musica
MSC MUSICA SIZE
The Musica has a construction date of 2006 and a total size of 92,409 gross tons. The ship measures 964 feet (294 meters) in length. MSC Musica is included in MSC’s Musica Class. At full capacity, the MSC Musica holds 3,537 passengers. That includes 2,550 cruise vacationers and 987 staff members. The Musica total number of staterooms is 1,335.
MSC Musica Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:92,409 GT
- Length:964 ft (294 m)
- Beam:106 ft (32 m)
- Draft:22 ft (7 m)
- Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
- Year Built:2006
- Years Served:2006 - Present
- Capacity:2,550
- Crew Members:987
- Total on Board:3,537
- Total Staterooms:1,335
- Flagged Country:Panama
- Ship Cost:360 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see MSC Musica 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
Santo Tomas de Castilla, Guatemala, offers docking at Santo Tomas Port. Travelers explore Quiriguá ruins and Rio Dulce. Excursions include Livingston’s Garifuna culture. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan stelae and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes pepián, a Guatemalan favorite. Souvenirs, like textile crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance jungle walks. Santo Tomas’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Guatemalan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic rivers, making Santo Tomas 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!
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)
Punta del Este, Uruguay, offers docking at Punta del Este Port. Travelers explore Casapueblo’s artistic retreat and La Mano sculpture. Excursions include wine tours in Garzón. Local markets sell dulce de leche. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures modernist architecture and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes chivito, a Uruguayan favorite. Souvenirs, like leather crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Uruguay’s history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance beach walks. Punta del Este’s chic charm offers a vibrant Uruguayan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of artistic landmarks, scenic beaches, and coastal culture, making Punta del Este an engaging destination for exploration.
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!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Santo Tomas de Castilla, Guatemala, offers docking at Santo Tomas Port. Travelers explore Quiriguá ruins and Rio Dulce. Excursions include Livingston’s Garifuna culture. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan stelae and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes pepián, a Guatemalan favorite. Souvenirs, like textile crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance jungle walks. Santo Tomas’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Guatemalan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic rivers, making Santo Tomas an engaging destination. (126 words)