| Cruise line | MSC Cruises |
|---|---|
| Ship | MSC Musica |
| Duration | 20 nights |
| Port calls | 10 |
| Departures | 1 sailings |
| From fare | $1,609 per person |
| Year built | 2006 |
| Guests | 3060 |
| Cabins | 1275 |
| Crew | 1014 |
| Length | 294 m |
| Beam | 32 m |
| Cruising speed | 23.0 kn |
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Brazil Cruise from Rio de Janeiro to Valencia — 21 Days
20 nights · Brazil · Departs Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) · Visiting Maceio, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Tarragona, Marseille, Genoa, Civitavecchia-Rome, Palermo, Ibiza, Valencia · Aboard MSC Cruises on the MSC Musica
Image courtesy of MSC Cruises ©
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Day 1
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Granite peaks rise above Guanabara Bay; the city reaches toward the Atlantic. From the port, the landmarks are unmistakable: Sugarloaf Mountain guards the bay, and Christ the Redeemer watches from Corcovado. Balance the grand views with street-level pleasures: Copacabana, Ipanema, and the leafy avenues of the South Zone. Choose one or two sights, then leave room for a long lunch and the city’s beach culture.
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Day 4
Maceio, Brazil
Maceió, capital of Alagoas, sits between the Atlantic and Mundaú Lagoon, with turquoise water close at hand. At Pajuçara, traditional jangadas carry visitors to offshore natural pools at low tide. Nearby Ponta Verde pairs a beachfront promenade with cafés and seafood restaurants. Explore the historic center’s colonial-era churches, or visit the Museu Théo Brandão, whose collection celebrates Alagoas’s folk culture. Then return to the shore for grilled fish and sunset over the water.
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Day 11
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria pairs a working Atlantic port with one of Spain’s finest urban beaches. Explore Vegueta’s cobbled lanes, cathedral and Casa de Colón, a museum linked to Columbus’s voyages. The seafront promenade invites an easy stroll beside Las Canteras’ broad sands and sheltered waters. Local seafood and Canarian wines reward a longer pause before you return to the ship.
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Day 14
Tarragona, Spain
Step ashore in Tarragona, where Roman Tarraco meets the blue sweep of the Mediterranean. An amphitheatre still faces the sea, while ancient walls trace the edge of the old city. UNESCO-listed monuments, a Gothic cathedral and lively Rambla Nova make the historic centre rewarding to explore on foot. At the Balcó del Mediterrani, take in the coast before settling at a terrace for Catalan seafood and local wine.
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Day 15
Marseille, France
Marseille is France’s oldest city, founded by Greek settlers around 600 BC, and it still faces the Mediterranean with confidence. Begin at the Vieux-Port, where fishing boats share the waterfront with cafés and ferries bound for nearby islands. Climb to Notre-Dame de la Garde for sweeping views, or explore Le Panier’s narrow lanes and lively squares. The Calanques’ limestone coves lie beyond the city; local markets bring Provençal flavors closer.
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Day 16
Genoa, Italy
Genoa is a city shaped by the sea, with a busy port framed by hills and centuries of trade. In the old town, narrow caruggi lead to grand squares and Romanesque churches. The Palazzi dei Rolli, a UNESCO-listed group of aristocratic residences, reveal the city’s former wealth. Walk the restored Porto Antico, then sit down to basil-scented pesto or freshly caught seafood. Genoa rewards those who explore on foot.
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Day 17
Civitavecchia-Rome, Italy
Your ship docks at Civitavecchia, Rome’s seaport, about 50 miles northwest of the capital. Rome’s great monuments are within reach, but the port town rewards a closer look. Walk the waterfront to Forte Michelangelo, a 16th-century fortress begun under Pope Julius II; explore the old streets and market. Prefer a quieter day? The town’s seafront and nearby beaches offer an easy change of pace. Choose Rome for art and antiquity, or Civitavecchia for coastal life beyond the terminal.
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Day 18
Palermo, Italy
Palermo rewards curious travellers with a vivid mix of Arab-Norman architecture, lively markets and Sicilian cooking. Start at the cathedral, where Norman, Gothic and Baroque details reflect the city’s layered past. Then walk through the Capo market or visit the Palatine Chapel, famed for its Byzantine mosaics. Leave time for pasta con le sarde or arancini; Palermo’s strongest impressions often arrive at the table.
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Day 20
Ibiza, Spain
Ibiza Town rewards a day ashore with more than its famous nightlife. Above the working harbor, Dalt Vila climbs within Renaissance walls, part of a UNESCO World Heritage site. Follow steep lanes to the cathedral and castle, where views sweep across the port and Mediterranean. Below, cafés, galleries and boutiques bring quieter pleasures to the waterfront and old quarter. Come early for history and cooler streets; linger into evening as harbor lights begin to glow.
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Day 21
Valencia, Spain
Valencia rewards travellers who look beyond its waterfront. Spain’s third-largest city pairs a handsome old centre with the bold architecture of the City of Arts and Sciences. Visit the Central Market for local produce, then follow the Turia Gardens towards the coast. Paella has deep roots here; seek it in its birthplace, not merely on the menu. With efficient transport and a compact historic core, Valencia is easy to explore at your own pace.
MSC Musica Cruises
- 14 Days One-Way from Rio De Janeiro to Tarragona
- 15 Days One-Way from Santos to Tarragona
- 15 Days One-Way from Valencia to Rio De Janeiro
- 16 Days One-Way from Marseille to Rio De Janeiro
- 16 Days One-Way from Santos to Marseille
- 16 Days One-Way from Valencia to Santos
- 17 Days One-Way from Genoa to Rio De Janeiro
- 17 Days One-Way from Rio De Janeiro to Civitavecchia-Rome
- 17 Days One-Way from Santos to Genoa
- 18 Days One-Way from Genoa to Santos
- 22 Days One-Way from Santos to Valencia
- 23 Days One-Way from Civitavecchia-Rome to Rio De Janeiro
- 24 Days One-Way from Civitavecchia-Rome to Santos
- 4 Days Santos, Brazil Round Trip
- 5 Days One-Way from Rio De Janeiro to Paranagua
- 5 Days One-Way from Santos to Maceio
- 5 Days One-Way from Valencia to Civitavecchia-Rome
- 5 Days Genoa, Italy Round Trip
- 5 Days Santos, Brazil Round Trip
- 5 Days Valencia, Spain Round Trip
- 6 Days One-Way from Rio De Janeiro to Itajai
- 7 Days One-Way from Genoa to Civitavecchia-Rome
- 7 Days One-Way from Rio De Janeiro to Santos
- 7 Days One-Way from Santos to Paranagua
- 8 Days One-Way from Santos to Itajai
- 8 Days Cagliari, Italy Round Trip
- 8 Days Civitavecchia-Rome, Italy Round Trip
- 8 Days Genoa, Italy Round Trip
- 8 Days Itajai, Brazil Round Trip
- 8 Days Marseille, France Round Trip
- 8 Days Palermo, Italy Round Trip
- 8 Days Paranagua, Brazil Round Trip
- 8 Days Rio De Janeiro, Brazil Round Trip
- 8 Days Valencia, Spain Round Trip
- 9 Days One-Way from Itajai to Santos
Published September 20, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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