MSC Orchestra itinerary map for February 15, 2025 (6 nights)
MSC Orchestra itinerary map for February 15, 2025 (6 nights)
6 nights · 4 ports
Round-trip · Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
MSCMSC Orchestra

MSC Orchestra
February 15, 2025

6-Night South America aboard MSC Orchestra · Departing February 15, 2025 from the Port of Rio De Janeiro, Brazil.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 6-night cruise aboard the Orchestra departs from Rio De Janeiro, Brazil on Saturday, February 15, 2025 and returns on Friday, Feb 21st. February weather across this route averages 93°/72°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 5.4 out of 10 — Rio De Janeiro (4.6), Ilheus (5.5), Salvador De Bahi (5.0), Buzios (6.5).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
5.4OUT OF 10
CAUTION TIER
Safer than 54% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
6
night cruise
Sat → Fri
02
Rio De Janeiro
departure port
Brazil
03
4
port stops
America
04
2
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE07 SECTIONS
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MSC Orchestra February 15, 2025 Price & Tracking

MSC ORCHESTRA·FEBRUARY 15, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Orchestra cruise ship departing February 15, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $717 ($120 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $657 ($110 per night), this represents a recent increase of 9%.

MSC Orchestra cruise departing February 15, 20256-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $717 ($120 per night). Average price: $657.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $656
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
MSC Orchestra · February 15, 2025
$717
$120 per night · 6 nights
9% above average
Avg $656

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// 03 · ITINERARY

6 Night South America (Rio De Janeiro Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapFEBRUARY 15, 2025
The MSC Orchestra sails on February 15, 2025 for a 6 Night South America (Rio De Janeiro Roundtrip) (Rio De Janeiro Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Rio De Janeiro, Brazil at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Rio De Janeiro, Brazil on Feb 21st at 7:00 AM. During the 7-day journey, the MSC Orchestra will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
MSC Orchestra
FEBRUARY 15, 2025
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6 NIGHTS · 3 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · RIO DE JANEIRO
// 04 · PORTS

6 Night South America (Rio De Janeiro Roundtrip) Port List

MSC Orchestra·February 15, 2025
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil — Day 1 of MSC Orchestra February 15, 2025 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·FEB 15

Rio De Janeiro

Brazil
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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.

Ilheus, Brazil — Day 3 of MSC Orchestra February 15, 2025 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
MONDAY·FEB 17

Ilheus

Brazil
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

Ilheus, Brazil, has docking at Ilheus Port. Travelers explore historic cocoa plantations and Jorge Amado’s house museum. Excursions visit Una’s beaches. Local markets sell cocada sweets. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather. Photography captures colonial architecture and Atlantic shores. Dining onboard includes acarajé, a Bahian dish. Souvenirs, like cocoa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover cocoa history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Comfortable shoes enhance plantation tours. Ilheus’ cultural richness offers a vibrant Brazilian stop, blending history with coastal charm.

Salvador De Bahia, Brazil — Day 4 of MSC Orchestra February 15, 2025 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·FEB 18

Salvador De Bahia

Brazil
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

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.

Buzios, Brazil — Day 6 of MSC Orchestra February 15, 2025 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·FEB 20

Buzios

Brazil
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

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.

// 05 · WEATHER

6 Night South America (Rio De Janeiro Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

MSC Orchestra·February 15, 2025
FEB FORECAST · RIO DE JANEIRO
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
81°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
94°
AVG LOW
69°
AVG RAINFALL
5.9"
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
81°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

MSC Orchestra February 15, 2025 Excursions

MSC Orchestra·February 15, 2025

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
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this MSC Orchestra itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.
See all Rio De Janeiro excursions
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

6 Night South America (Rio De Janeiro Roundtrip)

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
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 54% of all cruises
5.4/10 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 BREAKDOWN04 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

Ilheus 🌍

Brazil · BrazilCAUTION

Travelers should remain vigilant in Ilheus, as crime rates vary, with higher risks in downtown areas after dark and isolated spots.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Salvador De Bahia 🌍

Brazil · BrazilCAUTION

Travelers to Salvador de Bahia should remain vigilant and consider organized tours to enhance safety amid varying crime rates in neighborhoods.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Buzios 🌍

Brazil · BrazilMODERATE

Travelers in Buzios should stay vigilant against petty theft, especially in isolated areas and after dark, to ensure safety.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MSC Orchestra Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsMSC
MSC Orchestra
MSC · MUSICA
CHRISTENED
2007
STATEROOMS
1,269
TONNAGE
92,409GT
32.2% BELOW AVG· vs avg 136,380 GT
YEAR BUILT
2007
6 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2013
LENGTH
964ft
6.4% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,030 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
3,200cruisers
28.8% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,494 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The MSC Orchestra has a construction date of 2007 and a total size of 92,409 gross tons. The ship measures 964 feet in length. MSC Orchestra is included in MSC's Musica class. At full capacity, the Orchestra holds 3,200 passengers. That includes 2,213 cruise vacationers and 987 staff members. The Orchestra total number of staterooms is 1,269.

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// 09 · FAQ

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