MSC Seaview - 12/26/2025
The December 26, 2025 cruise on the MSC Seaview departs from Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil. On this 8 Night South America (Santos Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Seaview sets sail on Friday, Dec 26th and returns on Saturday, Jan 3rd.
Cruise Pricing
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 $1,856 ($233 per night), this represents a recent increase of 24%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MSC Seaview - December 26, 2025 - 8 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 25th | Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil |
| 2 | Dec 26th | At Sea |
| 3 | Dec 28th | Salvador De Bahia, Brazil |
| 4 | Dec 25th | Salvador De Bahia, Brazil |
| 5 | Dec 29th | At Sea |
| 6 | Dec 31st | Copacabana, Brazil |
| 7 | Dec 25th | Copacabana, Brazil |
| 8 | Jan 2nd | Ilha Grande, Brazil |
| 8 | Jan 2nd | Buzios, Brazil |
| 9 | Jan 3rd | Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil |
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.
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 Seaview
MSC SEAVIEW SIZE
The Seaview has a construction date of 2018 and a total size of 153,516 gross tons. The ship measures 1,060 feet (323 meters) in length. MSC Seaview is included in MSC’s Seaside Class. At full capacity, the MSC Seaview holds 6,744 passengers. That includes 5,331 cruise vacationers and 1,413 staff members. The Seaview total number of staterooms is 2,034.
MSC Seaview Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:153,516 GT
- Length:1,060 ft (323 m)
- Beam:135 ft (41 m)
- Draft:28 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2018
- Years Served:2018 - Present
- Capacity:5,331
- Crew Members:1,413
- Total on Board:6,744
- Total Staterooms:2,034
- Flagged Country:Malta
- Ship Cost:820 Million
- Status:active
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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.
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.
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.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.