MSC Virtuosa itinerary map for December 26, 2026 (7 nights)

MSC Virtuosa — December 26, 20267-Night South America on MSC

This 7-night cruise aboard the Virtuosa departs from Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil on Saturday, December 26, 2026 and returns on Saturday, Jan 2nd. December weather across this route averages 94°/67°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $1,857.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 5.7 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports.

Cruise Length

Night Cruise

Departure Port

Santos

Brazil

Port Stops

Sea Days

Cruise Price - MSC Virtuosa December 26, 2026

MSC Virtuosa · December 26, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Virtuosa cruise ship departing December 26, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,857 ($266 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,857 ($266 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.

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Inside

$1,857

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Oceanview

$1,915

🌅

Balcony

$2,053

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Suite

$13,609

Price History – MSC Virtuosa December 26, 2026

inside cabin

MSC Virtuosa

December 26, 2026

$1,857

0% vs avg: $1,857

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MSC Virtuosa December 26, 2026 — recent price snapshots

Date

Inside

Oceanview

Balcony

Suite

May 7, 2026

$1,857

$1,915

$2,053

$13,609

May 6, 2026

$1,857

$1,915

$2,053

$13,609

May 5, 2026

$1,857

$1,915

$2,053

$13,609

May 4, 2026

$1,857

$1,915

$2,053

$13,609

May 2, 2026

$1,857

$1,915

$2,053

$13,609

May 1, 2026

$1,857

$1,915

$2,053

$13,609

Apr 30, 2026

$1,857

$1,915

$2,030

$13,609

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 7 Night South America (Santos Roundtrip)

MSC Virtuosa · December 26, 2026

The MSC Virtuosa sails on December 26, 2026 for a 7 Night South America (Santos Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil on Jan 2nd at 6:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the MSC Virtuosa will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night South America (Santos Roundtrip)

DEC26
Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil
A: — - D: 4:00 PM
DEC27
Buzios, Brazil
A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
DEC28
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC29
Salvador De Bahia, Brazil
A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
DEC30
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC31
Copacabana, Brazil
A: 8:00 AM - D: —
JAN01
Ilhabela, Brazil
A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
DEC26
Copacabana, Brazil
A: — - D: 1:00 AM
JAN02
Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil
A: 6:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

December 26, 2026 · 7 Night South America (Santos Roundtrip)

Day 1•Saturday, Dec 26

Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 2•Sunday, Dec 27

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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Day 3•Monday, Dec 28

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Virtuosa — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 4•Tuesday, Dec 29

Salvador De Bahia, Brazil

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 5•Wednesday, Dec 30

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Virtuosa — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 6•Thursday, Dec 31

Copacabana, Brazil

Arrival: 8:00 AM•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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 7•Friday, Jan 1

Ilhabela, Brazil

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Ilhabela, Brazil, has docking at Ilhabela Port. Travelers explore Curral Beach and rainforest trails. Excursions visit Cachoeira da Toca’s waterfalls. Local markets sell cachaça. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather. Photography captures Atlantic forests and coastal vistas. Dining onboard includes moqueca, a Brazilian fish stew. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover island history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Ilhabela’s lush landscapes offer a vibrant Brazilian stop, blending beaches with rainforest adventures.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 7•Friday, Jan 1

Copacabana, Brazil

Arrival: —•Departure: 1:00 AM

Returning to Copacabana, Brazil — see Day 6 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 8•Saturday, Jan 2

Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

MSC Virtuosa - December 26, 2026 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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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.

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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

57 / 100

safer than 57% of all cruises

/ 10

Santos

Travelers in Santos should exercise caution in certain neighborhoods due to elevated risks of theft and robbery while remaining vigilant.

/ 10

Buzios

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

/ 10

Salvador De Bahi

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

/ 10

Copacabana

Travelers should remain vigilant in Copacabana, especially at night, due to high rates of theft and pickpocketing in crowded areas.

/ 10

Ilhabela

Travelers in Ilhabela should remain vigilant and avoid isolated areas after dark due to the moderate risk of petty theft and crime.

Cruise Ship

⚓ Tonnage

181,000

vs avg 136,380

🛠️ Year Built

2,021

vs avg 2,013

📏 Length (ft)

1,087

vs avg 1,030

👥 Passenger Count

6,334

vs avg 4,494

The Virtuosa has a construction date of 2021 and a total size of 181,000 gross tons. The ship measures 1,087 feet in length. MSC Virtuosa is included in MSC’s Meraviglia class. At full capacity, the MSC Virtuosa holds 6,334 passengers. That includes 4,630 cruise vacationers and 1,704 staff members. The Virtuosa total number of staterooms is 2,424.

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MSC Virtuosa December 26, 2026 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the MSC Virtuosa December 26, 2026 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,857 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

What's the weather like on the MSC Virtuosa December 26, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, December averages 94°F highs and 67°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the December 26, 2026 MSC Virtuosa itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 5.7 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 5 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the MSC Virtuosa sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The MSC Virtuosa departs Santos (sao Paulo), Brazil on Saturday, December 26, 2026 at 4:00 PM and returns on Saturday, Jan 2nd, 2027 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the MSC Virtuosa sailing on December 26, 2026?▾

Cruise director assignment for this sail date is not currently confirmed in our records.

Can I track price drops for this MSC Virtuosa itinerary?▾

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Last Updated: May 7, 2026