Rio de Janeiro to Las Palmas, Gran Canaria Cruise

Day 1 - Rio de Janeiro

Arrive: Wed 05 March 2025

Vibrant Rio lies cradled in the outstretched arms of the Christ the Redeemer Statue, which stands atop Corcovado Mountain. At the feet of this magnificent landmark lies one of the world's most magnificent bays. Golden beaches with such alluring names as Copacabana and Ipanema stretch as far as the eye can see. There are close to two dozen such bays, which serve as a playground for some of the world's most beautiful people. All along this waterfront, which swirls with mosaic art, are five-star hotels, elegant shops, popular restaurants and a lifestyle to match. Winding its way along this magnificent mile or so is a constant parade of handsome Cariocas, as the local people are known.

Day 2 - Rio de Janeiro

Depart: Thu 06 March 2025 at 14:00

Vibrant Rio lies cradled in the outstretched arms of the Christ the Redeemer Statue, which stands atop Corcovado Mountain. At the feet of this magnificent landmark lies one of the world's most magnificent bays. Golden beaches with such alluring names as Copacabana and Ipanema stretch as far as the eye can see. There are close to two dozen such bays, which serve as a playground for some of the world's most beautiful people. All along this waterfront, which swirls with mosaic art, are five-star hotels, elegant shops, popular restaurants and a lifestyle to match. Winding its way along this magnificent mile or so is a constant parade of handsome Cariocas, as the local people are known.

Day 3 - At Sea

Day 4 - At Sea

Day 5 - Ilheus

Arrive: Sun 09 March 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Sun 09 March 2025 at 20:00

Day 6 - Salvador

Arrive: Mon 10 March 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Mon 10 March 2025 at 20:00

Salvador da Bahia, Bahia for short, is known for music, as it is here that the influences of Africa, with its drum-centered rhythms, have found an enthusiastic following. As for the architecture, it is not to be dismissed; the city was the seat of the country’s first Catholic Bishop, giving the city's neighborhoods a historic air. Many monuments in the Pelourinho (the heart of town), have earned the district a place on UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites.

Day 7 - At Sea

Day 8 - Recife

Arrive: Wed 12 March 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Wed 12 March 2025 at 20:00

Named for the great coral reef that lies off its shorts, Recife has been dubbed the “Venice of Brazil” by visitors and locals alike.

Day 9 - At Sea

Day 10 - At Sea

Day 11 - At Sea

Day 12 - At Sea

Day 13 - Porto Praia, Cape Verde

Arrive: Mon 17 March 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Mon 17 March 2025 at 18:00

Day 14 - Porto Grande (Mindelo), Cape Verde

Arrive: Tue 18 March 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Tue 18 March 2025 at 18:00

Day 15 - At Sea

Day 16 - At Sea

Day 17 - At Sea

Day 18 - Gran Canaria

Arrive: Sat 22 March 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Sat 22 March 2025

Visitors seeking shelter from the cold winter have long known about the sun-drenched Canary Islands. About 60 miles from the North African coast, Gran Canaria enjoys a mild, spring-like climate year round. Of the seven islands in the small chain, Gran Canaria is the most popular and boasts Las Palmas as its capital. This bustling Spanish city was founded in 1478 and some of the original buildings still stand. Golden beaches offer a serene contrast to the lush and rugged interior terrain. For a real treat, admire the fine beaches from the top of Bandama, one of Gran Canaria's extinct volcanoes.