7 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip)
Rhapsody of the Seas
Rhapsody of the Seas
December 6, 2025
7 Night Western Caribbean

Rhapsody of the Seas - 12/6/2025

The December 6, 2025 cruise on the Rhapsody of the Seas departs from Tampa, Florida. On this 7 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Rhapsody of the Seas sets sail on Saturday, Dec 6th and returns on Saturday, Dec 13th.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Tampa
Florida
Port Stops
4
Sea Days
3

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Rhapsody of the Seas cruise ship departing December 6, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $357 ($51 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $530 ($76 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 33%.

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Rhapsody of the Seas - December 6, 2025 - 7 Nights

DayDatePort
1Dec 5thTampa, Florida
2Dec 6thAt Sea
3Dec 8thCozumel, Mexico
4Dec 9thCosta Maya, Mexico
5Dec 10thBelize City, Belize
6Dec 10thAt Sea
7Dec 11thAt Sea
8Dec 13thTampa, Florida

The Rhapsody of the Seas sails on December 6, 2025 for a 7 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Tampa, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Tampa, Florida on Dec 13th at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Rhapsody of the Seas will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Cruise Ship

Rhapsody of the Seas Size Infographic

Rhapsody of the Seas

79 k
tonnage
915 ft
length
1997
year built
1,020
cabins
2,040
passengers
765
crew

RHAPSODY OF THE SEAS SIZE

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 (279 meters) in length. Rhapsody of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Vision Class. At full capacity, the Rhapsody of the Seas holds 2,805 passengers. That includes 2,040 cruise vacationers and 765 staff members. The Rhapsody of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,020.

Rhapsody of the Seas Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:78,491 GT
  • Length:915 ft (279 m)
  • Beam:105 ft (32 m)
  • Draft:28 ft (9 m)
  • Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
  • Year Built:1997
  • Years Served:1997 - Present
  • Capacity:2,040
  • Crew Members:765
  • Total on Board:2,805
  • Total Staterooms:1,020
  • Flagged Country:Bahamas
  • Ship Cost:275 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Rhapsody of the Seas age and stats vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

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Cruise Ports

Day1
DEC 62025
United States
D:3:00 PM

Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day2
DEC 72025
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!

Day3
DEC 82025
A:6:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Cozumel, Mexico, offers docking at Cozumel Port. Travelers explore Chankanaab Park and San Gervasio ruins. Excursions include snorkeling at Palancar Reef. Local markets sell tacos. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like Mayan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cozumel’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Cozumel an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day4
DEC 92025
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Costa Maya, Mexico, offers docking at Costa Maya Port. Travelers explore Chacchoben ruins and Bacalar Lagoon. Excursions include snorkeling at Mahahual Reef. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan temples and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cochinita pibil, a Yucatecan favorite. Souvenirs, like woven crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Costa Maya’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic lagoons, making Costa Maya an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day5
DEC 102025
A:6:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Belize City, Belize, offers docking at Belize City Port. Travelers explore Altun Ha ruins and Belize Zoo. Excursions include snorkeling at Hol Chan Marine Reserve. Local markets sell fry jacks. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan pyramids and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes rice and beans, a Belizean favorite. Souvenirs, like mahogany crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Belize City’s cultural allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Belize City an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day6
DEC 112025
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
DEC 122025
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
DEC 132025
United States
A:6:00 AM

Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)