7 Night South America (Buenos Aires Roundtrip)
MSC Splendida
MSC Splendida
December 30, 2024
7 Night South America

MSC Splendida - 12/30/2024

The December 30, 2024 cruise on the MSC Splendida departs from Buenos Aires, Argentina. On this 7 Night South America (Buenos Aires Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Splendida sets sail on Monday, Dec 30th and returns on Monday, Jan 6th.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Buenos Aires
Argentina
Port Stops
4
Sea Days
2

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Splendida cruise ship departing December 30, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,781 ($255 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,757 ($252 per night), this represents a recent increase of 1%.

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Inside Cabin
$1,781
1%
vs Avg $1,757

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

MSC Splendida - December 30, 2024 - 7 Nights

DayDatePort
1Dec 30thBuenos Aires, Argentina
2Dec 31stPunta Del Este, Uruguay
3Dec 30thPunta Del Este, Uruguay
4Jan 2ndCamboriu, Brazil
5Jan 3rdSantos (sao Paulo), Brazil
6Jan 4thAt Sea
7Jan 5thAt Sea
8Jan 6thBuenos Aires, Argentina

The MSC Splendida sails on December 30, 2024 for a 7 Night South America (Buenos Aires Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Buenos Aires, Argentina at 8:00 PM and will return to the port of Buenos Aires, Argentina on Jan 6th at 7:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MSC Splendida will visit 3 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.

Itinerary Safety Rank
61 / 100
safer than 61% of all cruises
61
6
/ 10
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Buenos Aires
Travelers should stay vigilant in Buenos Aires due to higher crime rates, especially in tourist areas, and consider organized tours for safety.
8
/ 10
Punta Del Este, Uruguay
Punta Del Este
Travelers in Punta del Este should remain vigilant and mindful of their belongings to avoid petty theft, despite the area's overall safety.
6
/ 10
Camboriu, Brazil
Camboriu
Travelers in Camboriú should stay vigilant against petty crime, secure belongings, and remain aware of their surroundings for safety.
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.

Cruise Ship

MSC Splendida Size Infographic

MSC Splendida

138 k
tonnage
1,093 ft
length
2009
year built
1,625
cabins
3,900
passengers
1,313
crew

MSC SPLENDIDA SIZE

The Splendida has a construction date of 2009 and a total size of 137,936 gross tons. The ship measures 1,093 feet (333 meters) in length. MSC Splendida is included in MSC’s Fantasia Class. At full capacity, the MSC Splendida holds 5,213 passengers. That includes 3,900 cruise vacationers and 1,313 staff members. The Splendida total number of staterooms is 1,625.

MSC Splendida Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:137,936 GT
  • Length:1,093 ft (333 m)
  • Beam:124 ft (38 m)
  • Draft:28 ft (9 m)
  • Max Speed:24 mph (21 kn)
  • Year Built:2009
  • Years Served:2009 - Present
  • Capacity:3,900
  • Crew Members:1,313
  • Total on Board:5,213
  • Total Staterooms:1,625
  • Flagged Country:Panama
  • Ship Cost:550 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see MSC Splendida 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.

To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for MSC Splendida Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
DEC 302024
D:8:00 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. (126 words)

Day2
DEC 312024
A:10:00 AM

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.

Day3
JAN 12025
D:12:00 AM

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.

Day4
JAN 22025
A:10:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Camboriu, Brazil, docks at Balneário Camboriú Port, a 10-minute walk to downtown, population 140,000. Travelers ride the cable car to Unipraias Park for beach views. Praia Central offers surfing. Local markets sell açaí bowls. Excursions to Blumenau, 1 hour north, visit German-style breweries. Peak season December to March; taxis 10-20 BRL. Dining includes camarão na moranga at beach restaurants. Souvenirs feature Havaianas flip-flops.

Day5
JAN 32025
Brazil
A:7:00 AMD:6:00 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.

Day6
JAN 42025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day7
JAN 52025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day8
JAN 62025
A:7:00 AM

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)