ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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4:00 PM
Embarkation day. Rhapsody of the Seas sails at 4:00 PM.
7 nights · 4 ports
Round-trip · Colon, Panama
Royal CaribbeanRhapsody of the Seas
Rhapsody of the Seas
March 16, 2024
7-Night Southern Caribbean aboard Rhapsody of the Seas · Departing March 16, 2024 from the Port of Colon, Panama.
// AT A GLANCE
Rhapsody of the Seas March 16, 2024 Cruise Overview
Rhapsody of the Seas leaves Colon, Panama on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at 4:00 PM and returns Saturday, March 23 at 7:00 AM: 7 nights with 3 ports of call (Cartagena, Willemstad and Oranjestad) and 3 days at sea. It is the only upcoming departure of this itinerary on Rhapsody of the Seas. March averages 87°F highs and 76°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.8 out of 10 — Colon (5.4), Cartagena (5.6), Willemstad (8.0), Oranjestad (8.0). Suite cabins rose $1,283 on Mar 17.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
Rhapsody of the Seas March 16, 2024 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE
Rhapsody of the Seas March 16, 2024 Price & Tracking
RHAPSODY OF THE SEAS·MARCH 16, 2024
The graph below tracks historic price of the Rhapsody of the Seas cruise ship departing March 16, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,137 ($163 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,103 ($158 per night), this represents a recent increase of 3%.
Rhapsody of the Seas cruise departing March 16, 2024 — 7-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,137 ($163 per night). Average price: $1,103.
// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,097
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Rhapsody of the Seas · March 16, 2024
$1,137
$163 per night · 7 nights
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4% above average
Avg $1,097
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// 03 · ITINERARY
7 Night Southern Caribbean (Colon Roundtrip) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapMARCH 16, 2024
All 8 days of the Rhapsody of the Seas March 16, 2024 cruise, including 3 days at sea. Arrival and departure times are local to each port, and the cruise line can change them before sailing.
// 04 · PORTS
7 Night Southern Caribbean (Colon Roundtrip) Port List
Rhapsody of the Seas·March 16, 2024
Day 3 · Monday · Mar 18
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Rhapsody of the Seas — featuring Concierge Club, Vitality At Sea Spa, Viking Crown Lounge & Photo Gallery.
Day 4 · Tuesday · Mar 19
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Rhapsody of the Seas.
Day 7 · Friday · Mar 22
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Rhapsody of the Seas.
// 05 · WEATHER
7 Night Southern Caribbean (Colon Roundtrip) Weather Forecast
Rhapsody of the Seas·March 16, 2024
// YEAR-ROUND AT COLON
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS
Most Popular Colon Shore Excursions
Independent shore excursions in every port on this Rhapsody of the Seas itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.
4 PORTS OF CALL·723 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST COLON SHORE TOURSBest Colon Shore ToursCURATED FROM 23 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT
OF 23WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.4(237)
$82
Cruiseline Excursion Colon: Panama City tour and Miraflores Locks
Panama is the only country in the world where you can experience both the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean…
6 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.6(194)
$80
Cruiseline Excursion Colon: Rainforest, San Lorenzo Fort and Canal Expansion
Discover Panama’s Caribbean side on a full-day adventure of nature, history, and engineering. Start your…
4.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.4(131)
$139
Full-Day Caribbean Catamaran Cruise: Beaches, Snorkeling & Lunch
Set sail with us to explore hidden Caribbean gems only accessible by sea! With 20 years of experience…
9 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.5(42)
$139
Caribbean Catamaran Day Cruise: Beaches, Snorkeling & Lunch
Embark on an unforgettable journey to Panama's breathtaking Caribbean gems—only reachable by sea! With over…
9 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.8(26)
$135
Caribbean Expedition: San Lorenzo Fort, Rainforest & Canal Locks
Embark on an unforgettable journey through one of the world's engineering marvels: The Panama Canal. Our tour…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
4.6(18)
$325
Colon Shore Excursion: Panama City and Canal Private Tour
This shore excursion is a full day from the Colon (Cristobal) Cruise Port to explore Panama City and the…
8 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
5.0(6)
$365.76
Panama City & Canal: 2 Oceans 1 Day FROM COLON PORT BY LAND
What Makes This Tour Unique? This tour is a once-in-a-lifetime experience where you'll visit two oceans in…
8 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
5.0(5)
$110
DAY TOUR Portobelo & Caribbean Beaches by Speedboat + Snorkeling
We'll take you to stunning Caribbean beaches that can only be reached by boat—no roads lead here! You'll…
9 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
These are the eight most reviewed. Colon has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.
SEE ALL COLON EXCURSIONSPricing and availability are provided by the operator. Booking happens on their own site — Rhapsody of the Seas sails March 16, 2024, and Gangwaze earns a commission at no extra cost to you.
AFFILIATEPER-CARD ATTRIBUTION
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE
Itinerary Safety Score
7 Night Southern Caribbean (Colon 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.
// 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
Travelers in Colon, Panama, should stay vigilant against crime, avoid less populated areas, and consider organized tours for safety.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Willemstad is generally safe for tourists, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and opportunistic crime.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP
Rhapsody of the Seas Ship Overview
Specs & DetailsROYAL CARIBBEAN
TONNAGE
78,491GT
51.8% BELOW AVG· vs avg 162,924 GT
YEAR BUILT
1997
13 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2010
LENGTH
915ft
15.7% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,085 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,040cruisers
51.2% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,184 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP
The Rhapsody of the Seas has a construction date of 1997 and a total size of 78,491 gross tons. The ship measures 915 feet in length. Rhapsody of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean's Vision class. At full capacity, the Rhapsody of the Seas holds 2,040 passengers. That includes 1,268 cruise vacationers and 772 staff members. The Rhapsody of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,020.
// 09 · MORE CRUISES
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// 09 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for yourRhapsody of the Seas·March 16, 2024sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
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