MSC Seaview itinerary map for December 26, 2025
MSC Seaview

8 Night South America on MSC MSC Seaview

December 26, 2025

MSC Seaview December 26, 2025

The MSC Seaview December 26, 2025 cruise departs from Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil. On this 8 Night South America (Santos Roundtrip) sailing, the MSC Seaview will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Friday, Dec 26th and returns on Saturday, Jan 3rd, 2026.

Cruise Length
8
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Santos
Brazil
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
2
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Cruise Price

MSC Seaview · December 26, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Seaview cruise ship departing December 26, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,309 ($289 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,918 ($240 per night), this represents a recent increase of 20%.

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MSC Seaview · December 26, 2025

The MSC Seaview sails on December 26, 2025 for a 8 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 Jan 3rd at 6:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the MSC Seaview will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

8 Night South America (Santos Roundtrip)

  • DEC26
    Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil
    Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC27
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC28
    Salvador De Bahia, Brazil
    Salvador De Bahia, Brazil
    A: 7:00 PM - D: —
  • DEC26
    Salvador De Bahia, Brazil
    Salvador De Bahia, Brazil
    A: — - D: 7:00 PM
  • DEC30
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC31
    Copacabana, Brazil
    Copacabana, Brazil
    A: 6:00 PM - D: —
  • DEC26
    Copacabana, Brazil
    Copacabana, Brazil
    A: — - D: 1:00 AM
  • JAN02
    Ilha Grande, Brazil
    Ilha Grande, Brazil
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • JAN02
    Buzios, Brazil
    Buzios, Brazil
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • JAN03
    Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil
    Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 26, 2025 · 8 Night South America (Santos Roundtrip)

Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil
Day 1•Friday, Dec 26

Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

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.

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At Sea
Day 2•Saturday, Dec 27

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Salvador De Bahia, Brazil
Day 3•Sunday, Dec 28

Salvador De Bahia, Brazil

Arrival: 7:00 PM•Departure: —

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.

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Salvador De Bahia, Brazil
Day 4•Monday, Dec 29

Salvador De Bahia, Brazil

Arrival: —•Departure: 7:00 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.

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At Sea
Day 5•Tuesday, Dec 30

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Copacabana, Brazil
Day 6•Wednesday, Dec 31

Copacabana, Brazil

Arrival: 6:00 PM•Departure: —

Copacabana, Brazil, serves as an inland stop for cruises docking at Rio de Janeiro, 10 kilometers north by taxi. The beachfront, population 160,000 nearby, features the iconic Copacabana Palace. Local markets sell cachaça. Excursions to Sugarloaf Mountain, 15 minutes north, offer cable car rides. Peak season December to March; taxis 10-20 BRL. Dining includes feijoada at beachfront restaurants. Souvenirs feature Christ the Redeemer figurines.

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Copacabana, Brazil
Day 7•Thursday, Jan 1

Copacabana, Brazil

Arrival: —•Departure: 1:00 AM

Copacabana, Brazil, serves as an inland stop for cruises docking at Rio de Janeiro, 10 kilometers north by taxi. The beachfront, population 160,000 nearby, features the iconic Copacabana Palace. Local markets sell cachaça. Excursions to Sugarloaf Mountain, 15 minutes north, offer cable car rides. Peak season December to March; taxis 10-20 BRL. Dining includes feijoada at beachfront restaurants. Souvenirs feature Christ the Redeemer figurines.

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Ilha Grande, Brazil
Day 8•Friday, Jan 2

Ilha Grande, Brazil

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Ilha Grande, Brazil, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with tenders to Lopes Mendes Beach. Travelers hike rainforest trails and snorkel clear waters. Excursions visit Lagoa Azul’s lagoons. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather. Photography captures jungle paths and turquoise seas. Dining onboard includes feijoada, a Brazilian stew. Souvenirs, like seed jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover coastal ecology. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Ilha Grande’s pristine beauty offers a vibrant Brazilian stop, blending nature with beach relaxation.

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Buzios, Brazil
Day 8•Friday, Jan 2

Buzios, Brazil

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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.

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Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil
Day 9•Saturday, Jan 3

Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

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.

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Weather Forecast

MSC Seaview - December 26, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil

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December

Typical Weather

95°F

Average High

64°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.22in

Daily average

6.8 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank
58 / 100
safer than 58% of all cruises
58
5
/ 10
Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil
Santos
Travelers in Santos should exercise caution in certain neighborhoods due to elevated risks of theft and robbery while remaining vigilant.
5
/ 10
Salvador De Bahia, Brazil
Salvador De Bahi
Travelers to Salvador de Bahia should remain vigilant and consider organized tours to enhance safety amid varying crime rates in neighborhoods.
5
/ 10
Copacabana, Brazil
Copacabana
Travelers should remain vigilant in Copacabana, especially at night, due to high rates of theft and pickpocketing in crowded areas.
7
/ 10
Ilha Grande, Brazil
Ilha Grande
Travelers to Ilha Grande should remain vigilant and take precautions against petty theft, especially in less populated areas and tourist hotspots.
7
/ 10
Buzios, Brazil
Buzios
Travelers in Buzios should stay vigilant against petty theft, especially in isolated areas and after dark, to ensure safety.

Cruise Ship

MSC Seaview

⚓ Tonnage

153,516

vs avg 136,380

🛠️ Year Built

2,018

vs avg 2,013

📏 Length (ft)

1,060

vs avg 1,030

👥 Passenger Count

5,331

vs avg 4,494

The Seaview has a construction date of 2018 and a total size of 153,516 gross tons. The ship measures 1,060 feet in length. MSC Seaview is included in MSC’s Seaside class. At full capacity, the MSC Seaview holds 5,331 passengers. That includes 3,918 cruise vacationers and 1,413 staff members. The Seaview total number of staterooms is 2,034.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the MSC Seaview sailing on December 26, 2025?

This is a 8-night cruise itinerary departing from Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil.

What ports does the MSC Seaview visit on the December 26, 2025 cruise?

This route includes santos-sao-paulo-brazil, salvador-de-bahia-brazil, copacabana-brazil, ilha-grande-brazil, buzios-brazil.

How many sea days are included on this MSC Seaview December 26, 2025 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MSC Seaview sailing on December 26, 2025?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this MSC Seaview itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Apr 2, 2026