A Grand Journey Across the Atlantic to Brazil’s Radiant Shores

Overview

A 17-night voyage aboard EXPLORA II, departing Barcelona on 29 Nov 2028 and arriving in Rio de Janeiro, calling at 10 destinations along the way.

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   Day 1 ·Barcelona, SpainEmbark

   29 Nov 2028

   Depart 20:00

   Breathe in the cultural heart of Catalan; an elegant blend of high energy and undisturbed tradition. Muse over the origins of captivating Gaudi architecture within the enchanting labyrinth that is the Gothic Quarter. Savour the flavours of fresh tapas and crisp cava in breezy plazas, tranquil terraces and coveted cafés, or glide down to a shimmering beach club to unwind. Imagine a visit to peaceful Passeig de Gracia, where modernist buildings merge to showcase iconic global labels. And, as dusk falls, prepare for urban action and swing by the lively bohemian bars to fiesta on the leafy stretch of La Rambla. If you’re serious about style, this colourful city provides plenty to celebrate.
   
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   Day 2 ·At Sea

   30 Nov 2028
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   Day 3 ·Malaga, Spain

   1 Dec 2028

   Arrive 09:00Depart 23:30

   Enjoy the epitome of Spanish charm. Slowly discover Andalusian riches to reveal Picasso’s birthplace, the Alhambra in Granada, Mezquita in Cordoba and the Ronda valley. Explore ancient heritage sites, dance the flamenco, dare to hike the Caminito del Rey trail and delve into white villages sprinkled amongst mango groves and avocado orchards. Sip cocktails by day and sangria by night. And as you watch the sun slip down, reflect upon this gateway of delights.
   
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   Day 4 ·Tangier

   2 Dec 2028

   Arrive 07:00Depart 17:00
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   Day 5 ·Casablanca

   3 Dec 2028

   Arrive 07:00Depart 22:00
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   Day 6 ·At Sea

   4 Dec 2028
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   Day 7 ·Santa Cruz de Tenerife

   5 Dec 2028

   Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

   Drop a sun-kissed Spanish city onto an island off the coast of North Africa, add a sprinkle of tropical charm and place an active volcano on the doorstep and you have Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Feast on tantalising tapas before exploring neighbouring San Cristóbal de la Laguna’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, whose ancient doorways conceal exquisitely tiled courtyards and hand-carved balconies overlooking resplendent churches. Beyond, Tenerife is dotted with half-moon bays, immaculate golf courses, vineyard-covered hillsides, labyrinthine lava tunnels and sheer basalt cliffs: a primordial landscape sculpted by the fury of mighty Mount Teide.
   
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   Day 8 ·At Sea

   6 Dec 2028
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   Day 9 ·At Sea

   7 Dec 2028
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    Day 10 ·At Sea

    8 Dec 2028
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    Day 11 ·At Sea

    9 Dec 2028
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    Day 12 ·At Sea

    10 Dec 2028
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    Day 13 ·Recife, Brazil

    11 Dec 2028

    Arrive 09:00Depart 20:00

    An oasis within the oasis of Brazil, Recife struts to its own magical multi-cultural appeal: delve into the short stint of Dutch rule; wander the colourful UNESCO museum-city of Olinda to fall on your knees in a church adorned in pure gold then browse folkloric arte-sanato in a former prison turned artist haven. Float down picturesque waterways that slither through the city’s cosmopolitan centre or quaff cooling coconut water along the Boa Viagem, a jaw-dropping 8-kilometre stretch of pearly-sand beach that is strung between gleaming skyscrapers and cobalt sea.
    
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    Day 14 ·Maceio

    12 Dec 2028

    Arrive 08:00Depart 15:00
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    Day 15 ·Salvador de Bahia, Brazil

    13 Dec 2028

    Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

    Colours explode around you, the sun sparkles and the people — all sexy. Set on a pretty peninsula, stunning beaches surround Brazil's first capital. African slaves were brought here to build it into one of the most opulent cities in the New World. Colonial Pelourinho, a UNESCO heritage site, commemorates this history. Its cobblestone streets wind past brightly coloured buildings, squares filled with musicians and dancers. One of the world’s biggest carnivals raves in February. Indulge in fantastic food, Moqueca and caipirinha cocktails, samba and capoeira in the pulsing epicentre of Afro-Brazilian culture.
    
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    Day 16 ·At Sea

    14 Dec 2028
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    Day 17 ·Buzios, Brazil

    15 Dec 2028

    Arrive 09:00Depart 21:00

    Breeze into Buzios like French starlet Brigitte Bardot did in 1964 and discover a honeypot of cinematic beaches and a sea of sensual overload. Snorkel in a dreamy dance amongst coral coves. Reel-and-release mighty game fish or board a speedboat for off-shore sunning with Brazilian cocktails. Shop with the well-heeled along Rua das Pedras avenue; saunter with the locals down Orla Bardot boardwalk; or sauté a bounty of Buzios delicacies with a convivial Master Chef. God bless, indeed.
    
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    Day 18 ·Rio de Janeiro, BrazilDisembark

    16 Dec 2028

    Arrive 07:00

    ‘Cidade Maravilhosa’, the Marvellous City, Rio constantly finds ways to surprise – whether it’s the tropical rainforest within, Tijuca National Park, the soul-stirring views from towering Christ the Redeemer or Sugarloaf Mountain. Marvel at the unique “favela” neighbourhoods that are precariously stacked up-and-down hillsides or the spectacular, modernist Niemeyer-designed architecture. Home to legendary Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, and the mind-blowing spectacle of Rio Carnival in February, the entire city seems to sway to the infectious rhythms of samba. An astonishing depth of discovery few cities in the world offer.
    

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