Rhapsody of the Seas itinerary map for December 11, 2027 (7 nights)
Rhapsody of the Seas cruise ship

Rhapsody of the Seas — December 11, 20277-Night Southern Caribbean on Royal Caribbean

This 7-night cruise aboard the Rhapsody of the Seas departs from San Juan, Puerto Rico on Saturday, December 11, 2027 and returns on Saturday, Dec 18th. December weather across this route averages 85°/75°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $679.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.6 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
San Juan
Puerto Rico
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
1

Cruise Price - Rhapsody of the Seas December 11, 2027

Rhapsody of the Seas · December 11, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the Rhapsody of the Seas cruise ship departing December 11, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $679 ($97 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $696 ($100 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 3%.

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Inside
$679
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Oceanview
$738
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Balcony
$1,339
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Suite
$1,519

Price History – Rhapsody of the Seas December 11, 2027

inside cabin
Rhapsody of the Seas
December 11, 2027
$679
3% vs avg: $696

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 7 Night Southern Caribbean (San Juan Roundtrip)

Rhapsody of the Seas · December 11, 2027

The Rhapsody of the Seas sails on December 11, 2027 for a 7 Night Southern Caribbean (San Juan Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of San Juan, Puerto Rico at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of San Juan, Puerto Rico on Dec 18th at 5:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Rhapsody of the Seas will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Southern Caribbean (San Juan Roundtrip)

  • DEC11
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC12
    Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
    Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC13
    Frederiksted, St. Croix, U.S.V.I.
    Frederiksted, St. Croix, U.S.V.I.
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC14
    Philipsburg, St. Maarten
    Philipsburg, St. Maarten
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:30 PM
  • DEC15
    Castries, St. Lucia
    Castries, St. Lucia
    A: 8:30 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC16
    Bridgetown, Barbados
    Bridgetown, Barbados
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC18
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    A: 5:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 11, 2027 · 7 Night Southern Caribbean (San Juan Roundtrip)

San Juan, Puerto Rico — Day 1 of Rhapsody of the Seas December 11, 2027 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, Dec 11

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination.

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Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas — Day 2 of Rhapsody of the Seas December 11, 2027 cruise
Day 2•Sunday, Dec 12

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, offers docking at Havensight Port. Travelers explore Blackbeard’s Castle and Magens Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at Coki Beach. Local markets sell callaloo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pirate history and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes fungi, a Virgin Islands favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Charlotte Amalie’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and cultural landmarks, making St. Thomas an engaging destination.

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Frederiksted, St. Croix, U.S.V.I. — Day 3 of Rhapsody of the Seas December 11, 2027 cruise
Day 3•Monday, Dec 13

Frederiksted, St. Croix, U.S.V.I.

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Frederiksted, St. Croix, U.S.V.I., offers docking at Frederiksted Port. Travelers explore Fort Frederik and Rainbow Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Buck Island. Local markets sell callaloo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial buildings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes fungi, a Virgin Islands favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Frederiksted’s coastal charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and scenic beaches, making Frederiksted an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Philipsburg, St. Maarten — Day 4 of Rhapsody of the Seas December 11, 2027 cruise
Day 4•Tuesday, Dec 14

Philipsburg, St. Maarten

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:30 PM

Philipsburg, St. Maarten, offers docking at Philipsburg Port. Travelers explore Front Street and Maho Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Cupecoy Bay. Local markets sell guavaberry liqueur. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures plane landings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Maarten favorite. Souvenirs, like Dutch crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Philipsburg’s vibrant charm offers a lively stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of bustling markets and scenic beaches, making Philipsburg an engaging destination for exploration.

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Castries, St. Lucia — Day 5 of Rhapsody of the Seas December 11, 2027 cruise
Day 5•Wednesday, Dec 15

Castries, St. Lucia

Arrival: 8:30 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Castries, St. Lucia, offers docking at Castries Port. Travelers explore Pigeon Island and Sulphur Springs. Excursions include snorkeling at Anse Chastanet. Local markets sell green fig salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Piton peaks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Lucian favorite. Souvenirs, like cocoa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Castries’ vibrant charm offers a lively St. Lucian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Castries an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Bridgetown, Barbados — Day 6 of Rhapsody of the Seas December 11, 2027 cruise
Day 6•Thursday, Dec 16

Bridgetown, Barbados

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Bridgetown, Barbados, offers docking at Bridgetown Port. Travelers explore Harrison’s Cave and Bathsheba Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Carlisle Bay. Local markets sell flying fish cutters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone caves and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cou-cou, a Bajan favorite. Souvenirs, like rum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bajan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Bridgetown’s vibrant charm offers a lively Barbadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic beaches, making Bridgetown an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 7 at sea — Rhapsody of the Seas December 11, 2027 itinerary
Day 7•Friday, Dec 17

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Rhapsody of the Seas — featuring Concierge Club, Vitality At Sea Spa, Viking Crown Lounge & Photo Gallery.

San Juan, Puerto Rico — Day 8 of Rhapsody of the Seas December 11, 2027 cruise
Day 8•Saturday, Dec 18

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to San Juan, Puerto Rico — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Rhapsody of the Seas - December 11, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

San Juan, Puerto Rico

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December

Typical Weather

89°F

Average High

71°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.08in

Daily average

2.5 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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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
66 / 100
safer than 66% of all cruises
66
6
/ 10
San Juan, Puerto Rico
San Juan
Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of petty theft.
6
/ 10
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
Charlotte Amalie
Travelers should stay vigilant in Charlotte Amalie, avoiding isolated areas and being cautious in crowded spots to minimize crime risks.
7
/ 10
Frederiksted, St. Croix, U.S.V.I.
Frederiksted
Frederiksted is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in some neighborhoods due to moderate crime levels.
7
/ 10
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Philipsburg
Philipsburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure personal belongings.
7
/ 10
Castries, St. Lucia
Castries
Castries is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and protect belongings.
7
/ 10
Bridgetown, Barbados
Bridgetown
Travelers should stay vigilant in busy areas of Bridgetown, as petty crime and scams can occur, and secure personal belongings.

Cruise Ship

Rhapsody of the Seas

⚓ Tonnage

78,491

vs avg 162,993

🛠️ Year Built

1,997

vs avg 2,010

📏 Length (ft)

915

vs avg 1,085

👥 Passenger Count

2,040

vs avg 4,184

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.

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Rhapsody of the Seas December 11, 2027 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Rhapsody of the Seas December 11, 2027 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $679 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 Rhapsody of the Seas December 11, 2027 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, December averages 85°F highs and 75°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the December 11, 2027 Rhapsody of the Seas itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.6 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 6 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 Rhapsody of the Seas sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Rhapsody of the Seas departs San Juan, Puerto Rico on Saturday, December 11, 2027 at 5:00 PM and returns on Saturday, Dec 18th, 2027 at 5:00 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Rhapsody of the Seas sailing on December 11, 2027?▾

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

Can I track price drops for this Rhapsody of the Seas itinerary?▾

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Last Updated: May 17, 2026