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PM: With a rich Afro-Brazilian heritage, Salvador, the capital of Bahia, is a vibrant city where African and South American cultures blend. Salvador served as Brazil's first capital from 1549 to 1763, and its UNESCO-listed historic centre, Pelourinho, bursts with cobblestone streets and colourful colonial buildings. Jorge Amado, a beloved literary figure, is celebrated at his former home, now the museum A Casa do Rio Vermelho.

AM-PM: Itacaré, a charming coastal town in southern Bahia, features pristine white sand beaches luring surfers and bodyboarders. Its laidback charm shines through vibrant cobblestone streets resonating with Afro-Brazilian beats from local bars, capoeira dancers showcasing martial arts, artisan shops, and eateries serving diverse cuisines: Here you can choose from fantastic excursions:

Included Itacaré Walking Tour: Start on famous Concha Beach, a global surfing hotspot where the former cocoa hub reinvented itself as a surf destination in the 1980s. Stroll through Fisherman's Bay to São Miguel square and the historic centre featuring a 1723 Jesuit church, past Portuguese colonial and cocoa barons' mansions. Discover vibrant Pituba Street and Rua Pedro Longo, alive with Samba tunes, street art, and bustling cafés, before relaxing on the beach.

Tijuipe Waterfall (Extra Cost): Take a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear waters of this hidden gem in the lush Atlantic Forest. Following a 30-minute transfer to the trailhead under a natural canopy of vibrant foliage, relax by a magical pool amid birdsong and butterflies, then retrace your steps feeling rejuvenated.

Land Of Cacao (Extra Cost): Embark on a scenic 35 km drive to the Villa Rosa cacao farm. Wander through lush plantations discovering the cabruca system—cultivating cacao under native Atlantic Forest vegetation to ensure biodiversity and quality. Witness every step from fermentation and drying to crafting premium chocolate at the factory, and delight in tasting exquisite cocoa creations.

AM-PM: Trancoso, a tiny beach town and former quaint fishing village near Praia do Espelho on Bahia's south coast, has transformed into a boho-chic destination. Amid the lush Atlantic rainforest, eco-friendly pousadas and bohemian hotels line pristine beaches, offering an idyllic retreat to relax and embrace the natural beauty of Brazil's northeastern coast surrounded by local flora and fauna.

Included Shuttle Bus to Quadrado: Following a 45-minute drive each way from the beach club where guests disembark, utilize the included shuttle service to explore Trancoso. The town's heart is the Quadrado, a large, grassy square fringed with colorful, historic fishermen’s cottages housing chic boutiques, cozy cafes, and gourmet restaurants. At one end stands the iconic whitewashed church, São João Batista, offering breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. While maintaining a laid-back, bohemian vibe that attracts artists and travelers, this transfer provides easy access to explore the best of the town's unique blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and modern amenities on your own.

AM-PM: The Abrolhos Archipelago comprises five islands within the Abrolhos Marine National Park off Bahia. Only one island, Siriba, is open to visitors, offering rich biodiversity, extensive coral reefs, and serving as a vital humpback whale breeding ground. It is also a habitat for leatherback and loggerhead sea turtles, as well as threatened bird species such as masked and brown boobies, frigatebirds, red-billed tropicbirds, sooty terns, and brown noddies.

Included Island Walk and Snorkeling (1 hr 45 min): Be mesmerized by the incredible biodiversity of the island. Guided by Abrolhos Marine Park experts, explore pristine landscapes and trek through lush terrain as you spot basking lizards, frigate birds, and brown and white boobies. Afterward, hop on a catamaran to snorkel in a vibrant natural pool, floating alongside colorful fish, corals, and curious sea creatures, before enjoying fresh fruit and coffee.

AM-PM: Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.

AM-PM: Known as the St. Tropez of Brazil, this fashionable resort town attracts Rio's wealthy with its 23 breathtaking beaches tucked into coves along the coastline. Once a quaint fishing village, it now boasts fancy shops, boutiques, excellent restaurants, and a European vibe, where you can enjoy signature caipirinha cocktails. Here you can choose from fantastic excursions:

Included Búzios City Tour in Trolleys: Climb aboard a charming open-air trolley for a delightful guided journey through Búzios' natural beauty, iconic beaches, and panoramic viewpoints. Feel the ocean breeze along beloved beaches, stop for panoramic photo opportunities overlooking the turquoise bay, take in dramatic coastlines and lush hillsides, pause at a stunning viewpoint overlooking Forno Beach with its reddish sands and crystal-clear waters, and enjoy a short break to sip a refreshing drink, browse local crafts, or relax by the sea.

Schooner Cruise (Extra Cost): Embark on an unforgettable adventure aboard a charming schooner to explore the pristine beauty of Búzios. This exclusive tour takes you through stunning beaches and picturesque islands, each offering unique charm and breathtaking views, with expert crew members identifying the best spots to swim.

AM: Today is the last day of this fantastic journey. Disembark in the morning in Rio de Janeiro, with sensational beaches and a dazzling mountain backdrop cloaked in tropical forest. A cable car glides up Sugarloaf Mountain, while a cog train heads to Corcovado's peak and the towering Christ statue overlooking the city. Copacabana and Ipanema are perfect for lounging on the sand and people-watching. No visit is complete without a caipirinha cocktail amid Rio's lively bars with a carnival vibe. Heading back home or continuing onward to your next destination.

PM: Fortaleza is Brazil's fifth-largest city, located on the northeastern coastline in the state of Ceará. Its history includes a Dutch outpost in 1654, later retaken by the Portuguese and renamed Fortaleza (fortress). Among the highlights are the Praia do Futuro beach, forró, traditional music and dance at the ornate, Art Nouveau-styled Theatro José de Alencar, or shopping for hammocks and handmade lace and embroideries at the Central Market.

AM: Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.

PM: A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip, or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books.

AM: Itaqui, a port in São Luís, Maranhão, provides access to the UNESCO-listed Praia Grande historic city centre. This area is home to over 3,500 colonial Portuguese houses, along with galleries and museums.

PM: Discover one of the South America's most surrealismo landscapes: a vast UNESCO-listed national park where endless white sand dunes are filled by season rainfall to create thousands of lagos -a natural masterpiece that must be seen to be delivered.

AM-PM: Further inland, Lençóis Maranhenses National Park is renowned for its unique landscape of stunning white sand dunes sculpted by the wind... and filled with rain-fed, crystal-clear blue lagoons - a natural masterpiece that must be seen to be delivered.

AM-PM: Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.

AM-PM: Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.

AM-PM: The Rio Cajari Extractive Reserve in Amapá highlights remarkable ecological diversity while balancing conservation with sustainable use by local communities. Encompassing rainforests, cerrado grasslands, and flooded riparian zones, the reserve is home to valuable tree species like Brazil nuts and açaí palms. It supports a wide range of wildlife, including tapirs, monkeys, cats, alligators, turtles and numerous bird and fish species.

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Aquiqui, Amazon River

Aquiqui is a town along the Iquiqui River's unspoiled banks on a tributary of the Amazon in Brazil. Surrounded by rainforest, it provides access to traditional Caboclo communities living in harmony with nature, where visitors can learn ancient wisdom and observe their customs, beliefs and way of life in tune with the ecosystem. The area is home to diverse wildlife like aquatic birds, monkey squirrels and iguanas.

AM-PM: Gurupa is a fishing town on the Amazon River delta in Brazil. Located on Ilha Grande do Gurupá island, it lies near the Amazon's convergence with the Xingu River. Adapted to seasonal floods, Gurupa offers access to the biodiversity of the vast Amazon Basin and an ecosystem which includes várzea forest and savanna. The area provides habitat for endemic birds like the scaled spinetail, fish, monkeys and bats drawn to the várzea's fruiting trees.

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Furo do Cujuba

Furo do Cujuba is a stream in Pará, Brazil, that traverses diverse Amazonian ecosystems, including forests, lowland forests and aquatic vegetation. This waterway is part of the intricate system of rivers and channels that characterise the Amazon region. These ecosystems play a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance of the Amazon. Along the furos are riverside communities whose daily lives are intimately connected to these waterways.

AM: Navigating Brazil's Breves Narrows, upriver from Belem in the Thousand Islands region, is a mesmerising Amazonian journey. This natural passage, surrounded by towering walls of lush vegetation, creates a secluded green canyon in the heart of the jungle—a jungle-fringed labyrinth of Amazonian waterways in the heart of the rainforest, inaccessible to all but a handful of ships.

PM: Enigmatic wildlife such as scarlet macaws fly overhead, while equatorial flora such as giant Victoria water lilies float in still channels and flourish alongside the landscape. The welcoming locals, known as ribeirinhos, offer warm hospitality as you journey through this incredible passage.

AM: Today is the last day of your Amazon journey. Disembark in the morning in the vibrant city of Belém, once known as "tropical Paris" and still thriving today as the gateway to the Amazon. Stroll past green spaces shaded by mango trees, admire the neoclassical 1874 Theatro da Paz, and experience the bustling energy of Ver-o-Peso, Latin America's largest open-air market. Before making your way home with all the wonderful memories made on your trip, or continuing onward to your next destination.

AM-PM: Arrive in sun-drenched and vibrant Bridgetown, a dynamic Caribbean city that merges historical charm with modern energy and a warm island welcome. Explore its UNESCO-listed historic district showcasing colonial-era architecture, including the 1870s-built Parliament Buildings, colorful markets, duty-free shopping, Bajan restaurants, and pristine beaches with crystal clear waters, such as Carlisle Bay.

AM-PM: Spend a second sun-drenched day enjoying the vibrant capital and its surroundings before your journey continues onward.

AM-PM: Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.

AM-PM: At the heart of Paramaribo, Suriname's capital, is the UNESCO World Heritage historical centre blending Dutch architecture with local craftsmanship. Saint Peter and Paul Cathedral-Basilica is one of the Western Hemisphere's largest wooden structures. Notable sites include Fort Zeelandia, a 17th-century fortress, the Garden of Palms and broad streets. The central square is encircled by impressive buildings including the Presidential Palace.

AM-PM: At the heart of Paramaribo, Suriname's capital, is the UNESCO World Heritage historical centre blending Dutch architecture with local craftsmanship. Saint Peter and Paul Cathedral-Basilica is one of the Western Hemisphere's largest wooden structures. Notable sites include Fort Zeelandia, a 17th-century fortress, the Garden of Palms and broad streets. The central square is encircled by impressive buildings including the Presidential Palace.

AM: Explore the Îles du Salut (Salvation Islands), a tiny archipelago off French Guiana's coast featuring three main islands—Royale, St-Joseph, and Devil's Island—where serious offenders and political prisoners, such as Captain Alfred Dreyfus, were once held in a penal colony and dead prisoners were fed to the sharks.

PM: Discover the overgrown prison buildings where nature has taken over, and observe the island's current residents, including green-winged macaws, capuchin monkeys, iguanas, and sea turtles.

AM-PM: Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.

AM-PM: Explore Macapá, the most remote of Brazil’s 26 state capitals and the largest city in the Amapá State, situated on the north bank of the Amazon Delta after being founded by the Portuguese as an outpost.

Visit the city's foremost attraction, the Marco Zero monument—a 113-centimetre concrete sundial symbolizing the center of the metropolis—and tour other sights including the Fortaleza de São José and the Museu Sacaca.

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Rio Cajari

The Rio Cajari Extractive Reserve in Amapá highlights remarkable ecological diversity while balancing conservation with sustainable use by local communities. Encompassing rainforests, cerrado grasslands, and flooded riparian zones, the reserve is home to valuable tree species like Brazil nuts and açaí palms. It supports a wide range of wildlife, including tapirs, monkeys, cats, alligators, turtles and numerous bird and fish species.

AM-PM: Arrive in Gurupá, a fishing town situated on Ilha Grande do Gurupá island on the Amazon River delta in Brazil, located near the Amazon's convergence with the Xingu River.

Explore the local area—adapted to seasonal floods—providing access to the biodiversity of the vast Amazon Basin, including várzea forest and savanna habitats that support endemic birds like the scaled spinetail, fish, monkeys, and bats drawn to the várzea's fruiting trees.

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Furo do Cujuba

Furo do Cujuba is a stream in Pará, Brazil, that traverses diverse Amazonian ecosystems, including forests, lowland forests and aquatic vegetation. This waterway is part of the intricate system of rivers and channels that characterise the Amazon region. These ecosystems play a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance of the Amazon. Along the furos are riverside communities whose daily lives are intimately connected to these waterways

AM: Arrive in Afuá, nestled within the world's largest rainforest in Pará state on fluvial Marajó Island near the Amazon's mouth, known as "Marajó's Venice" or the "Amsterdam of the Tropics."

PM: Explore the unique car-free city built primarily on wooden stilts 1.5 meters above the waterways with boardwalks—designed as a net-zero emissions model where residents travel narrow streets by bicycle and boat, with many relying on fishing for their livelihood.

AM: Navigate Brazil's Breves Narrows, upriver from Belém in the Thousand Islands region, on a mesmerizing Amazonian journey through a natural passage surrounded by towering walls of lush vegetation that create a secluded green canyon in the heart of the jungle.

PM: Encounter enigmatic wildlife such as scarlet macaws, observe equatorial flora such as giant Victoria water lilies flourishing in the waterways, and experience the warm hospitality of the welcoming locals known as ribeirinhos.

AM: Today is the last day of your Amazon journey. Disembark in the morning in the vibrant city of Belém, once known as "tropical Paris" and still thriving today as the gateway to the Amazon. Stroll past green spaces shaded by mango trees, admire the neoclassical 1874 Theatro da Paz, and experience the bustling energy of Ver-o-Peso, Latin America's largest open-air market. Before making your way home with all the wonderful memories made on your trip, or continuing onward to your next destination.

PM: Once one of South America's most prosperous cities, known as "tropical Paris", today Belém remains a thriving port and is the gateway to the Amazon. The opulence of Belém’s golden era is showcased at the neoclassical-style 1874 Theatro da Paz on the Praça de República. Pretty green spaces are shaded by mango trees and the historical centre has plenty of wonderful museums. The bustling Ver-o-Peso market is Latin America's largest open-air market.

Choose from included excursions to deepen your embarkation day: take the Old Belém & Arts and Culture tour to explore historic sites like Forte do Presépio, the gem museum at São José Liberto, the magnificent Theatro da Paz, and the sacred art collection at Museu de Arte Sacra; or opt for the Canoes Tour to travel by typical motorized river canoes through Amazon creeks to Boa Vista do Acará, enjoying a guided jungle walk, tasting fresh forest fruits, and meeting local community members.

AM-PM: Navigating Brazil's Breves Narrows, upriver from Belem in the Thousand Islands region, is a mesmerising Amazonian journey. This natural passage, surrounded by towering walls of lush vegetation, creates a secluded green canyon in the heart of the jungle. Enigmatic wildlife such as scarlet macaws, and equatorial flora such as giant Victoria water lilies flourish. The welcoming locals, known as ribeirinhos, offer warm hospitality.

AM-PM: Nestled within the world's largest rainforest, Afuá in Pará state, known as "Marajó's Venice" or the "Amsterdam of the Tropics", rests on fluvial Marajó Island near the Amazon's mouth. Built primarily on wooden stilts 1.5m above the waterways with boardwalks, this car-free city aims to become a net-zero emissions model. Residents travel the narrow streets by bicycle and boat, with many relying on fishing for their livelihood.

AM-PM: Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.

AM-PM: Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.

AM-PM: Itaqui, a port in São Luís, Maranhão, provides access to the UNESCO-listed Praia Grande historic city centre. This area is home to over 3,500 colonial Portuguese houses, along with galleries and museums.

Enjoy the included Historic City Tour in São Luís, taking in a panoramic view of local beaches (Calhau, São Marcos, and Olho d'Água) before exploring the historic center with a specialized guide to visit the Maranhão House, Church of Sé, colonial mansions, and the Praia Grande Market for local handicrafts and culture. 

AM-PM: Alternatively, you can choose the full-day optional excursion to the Santo Amaro & Lençóis Maranhenses National Park (Extra Cost), featuring a 4x4 rugged vehicle ride deep into the stunning white sand dunes, a serene boat crossing of the Alegre River to Betânia for lunch, and swimming in the park's crystal-clear, rain-fed blue lagoons.

AM-PM: Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.

AM-PM: Arrive in Fortaleza, Brazil's fifth-largest city located on the northeastern coastline in Ceará, with a history rooted in a 1654 Dutch outpost later retaken by the Portuguese.

Enjoy the included Discover Fortaleza city tour, featuring historical sites like the fortress foundations, the neo-Gothic Metropolitan Cathedral, the bustling Central Market, the iconic Dragão do Mar Culture Center, and a scenic drive past Meireles, Mucuripe, and Praia do Futuro beaches. Unwind by taking in local highlights such as listening to traditional forró music, admiring the ornate Art Nouveau-styled Theatro José de Alencar, or shopping for hammocks and handmade lace at the Central Market.

Alternatively, you can choose the optional Cumbuco Beach With Buggy Ride excursion (Extra Cost) to escape to a paradise of golden dunes and emerald coconut groves, experience a thrilling buggy ride across the massive dune fields, and enjoy free time relaxing on the pristine beach.

AM-PM: Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.

AM-PM: Arrive at the port city of Cabedelo, whose strategic location at the mouth of the Paraíba River has shaped its history as a defensive stronghold. Originally inhabited by Tapuia Indians who migrated inland when Tupi people arrived from the Amazon, the area later became a Portuguese fortress. During Dutch rule, Cabedelo was temporarily renamed Margaretha. Its natural beauty makes it an attractive destination for beach-goers with ten nearby beaches. Here you can choose from fantastic excursions:

Included João Pessoa City Tour: Explore the rich history, culture, and architecture of Brazil's third oldest city, featuring the easternmost point in the Americas, colorful colonial buildings in the Historic Centre, stunning views of the Sanhauá River, a guided visit to the São Francisco Cultural Centre, and souvenir shopping at the Paraibano Handcraft Market.

Optional Full-Day Costa Do Conde Beach Tour (Extra Cost): Experience Paraíba’s serene southern coast with relaxation and a 4x4/buggy adventure at Coqueirinho Beach, a cultural visit to the Quilombola Community of Black Women of the Countryside for traditional hospitality and dishes, photo opportunities at the dramatic Mirante do Castelinho da Princesa cliffs, artisan shopping at Rural Shopping, and a hearty Northeastern-style lunch at a cozy countryside farm.

Optional Full-Day Plus Experience City Tour & Beach (Extra Cost): Combine the historic highlights of the morning city tour—including the easternmost point, Historic Centre, colonial architecture, and the São Francisco Cultural Centre—with a relaxing afternoon at Minha Praia Beach Club featuring lunch and beach time, concluding with a quick stop at the Paraibano Handcraft Market for souvenir shopping before returning to the ship.

AM-PM: Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.

AM: Today is the last day of this fantastic journey. Disembark in the morning in the city of Salvador, the vibrant capital of Bahia and Brazil's first capital from 1549 to 1763, known for its rich Afro-Brazilian heritage where African and South American cultures blend, its UNESCO-listed historic centre Pelourinho bursting with cobblestone streets and colourful colonial buildings, and the former home of beloved literary figure Jorge Amado at A Casa do Rio Vermelho.

Enjoy the included Salvador City Tour to experience the city's intriguing cultural mix of African and European heritage. Drive through traditional neighborhoods like Campo Grande and Vitória to view the historic Barra Lighthouse at Saint Antony Fort, explore the old town starting from Municipal Square and Rio Branco Palace, visit the Baianas Memorial, tour the City Cathedral and the grandiose baroque Saint Francis Church at Terreiro de Jesus square, taste traditional coconut water, and walk through the iconic Largo do Pelourinho before heading back or continuing onward to your next destination.