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South America

Soul, Samba and Sea: Journey to the Heart of Brazil

The "Soul, Samba and Sea: Journey to the Heart of Brazil" luxury cruise embarks on an unforgettable journey starting in Salvador de Bahia, a city rich in Afro-Brazilian culture, and culminating in the vibrant streets of Rio de Janeiro. This itinerary takes you through Brazil's enchanting blend of lively cities and serene beach towns, each offering unique experiences along the way

8D / 7N|Oct 29 – Nov 5, 2028|Salvador de Bahia → Rio de Janeiro|SH Vega · Swan Hellenic
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Route Map

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Voyage Overview

The "Soul, Samba and Sea: Journey to the Heart of Brazil" luxury cruise embarks on an unforgettable journey starting in Salvador de Bahia, a city rich in Afro-Brazilian culture, and culminating in the vibrant streets of Rio de Janeiro. This itinerary takes you through Brazil's enchanting blend of lively cities and serene beach towns, each offering unique experiences along the way

Voyage Highlights

Exotic Wildlife

Exotic Wildlife

Look for seabirds, marine life, and coastal species from deck and shore, with the expedition team helping spot and identify what you are seeing.

Expert-led Talks

Expert-led Talks

Learn more about this isolated polar region from our on board team of experts.

Natural Walks

Natural Walks

Join paced walks through old quarters, waterfronts, and coastal paths, with time for photos and the details you would miss alone.

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Destinations

South AmericaBrazil

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Before the cruise

Day-by-day stops

After the cruise

Please Note

This itinerary provides general information about each destination. Also, please be aware that some of the venues and highlights mentioned may not be open or accessible on the day we visit.
  • Charter flights to the port of embarkation/disembarkation (Longyearbyen, Ushuaia, Kangerlussuaq, Nuuk, Honiara, Jayapura and Sorong)
  • Group return transfers from airport to cruise port and to the hotel (where included)
  • One night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast in a 4/5-star hotel (exemptions apply)
  • Your selected stateroom
  • All meals onboard
  • Complimentary hot & cold beverages, beer, wine & spirits any time throughout your cruise
  • 24-hour room service
  • Lecture programs by expedition team and guest speakers
  • One selected shore excursion per port of call
  • All expedition landings
  • Entry level WI-FI (upgraded packages available)
  • Gym, sauna, pool
  • 24/7 self service laundry
  • Waterproof backpack and refillable water bottle, yours to keep
  • In polar regions: branded parka, yours to keep and use of rubber boots
  • Memory Package
  • Onboard gratuities & port taxes

Ship

SH Vega

SH Vega

Swan Hellenic

Named after the first ship to cross the Arctic Northeast Passage, SH Vega was designed to journey to faraway places and remote polar regions in style and comfort. This 5-star expedition ship incorporates elegant Scandi-design with the latest in cruising technology, and has a PC5 ice-strengthened hull, and extra-large stabilizers, to make your journey as smooth as possible.

Passengers152
Tonnage10,617 GT
Built2022
Decks9
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Onboard Facilities

Onboard Life

Live Position

Booking & Cancellation Policies

Children Policy

We offer a 65% child discount for one child with a minimum of two full-paying passengers in the same cabin. Children: 8–16 years Child discount: 100%

Third Person Policy

When at least two full-paying passengers share the same cabin, we offer a 65% discount for a third child, or a 50% discount for a third adult in the same cabin. Adult discount: 50% Child discount: 35%

Single Supplement

Default rate: 1.75× Suite: 2× Inside: 1.75× Balcony: 1.75× Ocean View: 1.75× 一般房间的单房差是175%; 套房是200%; 有时候搞活动也会免单房差;

Cancellation Policy

150+ days before departure: 300 USD penalty 120–149 days before departure: 20% penalty 91–119 days before departure: 75% penalty 0–90 days before departure: 100% penalty Name change fee: $100 USD

Gratuities

included Onboard gratuities & port taxes

Insurance Requirements

Swan Hellenic Travel strictly recommends concluding your personal insurance package designed specifi cally for your needs and for expedition travel.

Your booking is made with Gvoya — the terms shown above are the Gvoya platform terms applied to this voyage. Full details: Booking Terms·Cancellation Policy

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