Itinerary

Samba on down to Rio, famous for its dramatic landscape and beach culture. It is usually quite easy going, except for the four days of its feather-festooned Carnival.

From the summits of Sugarloaf and Corcovado, take in breathtaking views of a magnificent bay set against a mountain backdrop. Check out the activity at one or two of the 23 beaches, crowded with sunbathers, swimmers, surfers, and bikers.

For lunch or dinner, pull up a chair at a churrascaria and dine on the delicious grilled meat of your choice, washed down with a caipirinha, the national cocktail.

No journey to Rio would be complete without a visit to one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer). At the top of the Corcovado Mountain, towering high above the city below, this 125-foot tall statue of Jesus Christ spreads its arms over Rio and offers breathtaking panoramic views of Guanabara Bay.

Often referred to as “the world’s most famous beach”, Copacabana is a slice of Brazilian paradise. It extends along the residential area of Rio de Janeiro for almost three spectacular miles. And with its combination of lush jungle-clad mountains, historic buildings, lively restaurants and bars, and sun-tanned bodies as a beautiful backdrop, it’s like no other beach on earth.

New Year’s Eve at Copa is second only to the Carnival in the ranks of Rio’s highly developed party culture. Aboard the Desire Rio de Janeiro Cruise, we will welcome the New Year with explosions of color and light. Stunning fireworks will lighten up the sky at the stroke of midnight, as we celebrate the first day of 2021 in the most seductive way.

The wearing of auspicious colors is also a New Year’s local custom: white for luck, green for good health, yellow and gold for prosperity, and blue for peace. So, color coordinate accordingly for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve with us.

IMPORTANT NOTE: We will not be disembarking at this port, we will be enjoying the festivities, fireworks, special New Year’s Eve dinner, show, and performances from the ship. We will be navigating at 2:00 a.m. on January 1st, 2023.

Often referred to as “the world’s most famous beach”, Copacabana is a slice of Brazilian paradise. It extends along the residential area of Rio de Janeiro for almost three spectacular miles. And with its combination of lush jungle-clad mountains, historic buildings, lively restaurants and bars, and sun-tanned bodies as a beautiful backdrop, it’s like no other beach on earth.

New Year’s Eve at Copa is second only to the Carnival in the ranks of Rio’s highly developed party culture. Aboard the Desire Rio de Janeiro Cruise, we will welcome the New Year with explosions of color and light. Stunning fireworks will lighten up the sky at the stroke of midnight, as we celebrate the first day of 2021 in the most seductive way.

The wearing of auspicious colors is also a New Year’s local custom: white for luck, green for good health, yellow and gold for prosperity, and blue for peace. So, color coordinate accordingly for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve with us.

IMPORTANT NOTE: We will not be disembarking at this port, we will be enjoying the festivities, fireworks, special New Year’s Eve dinner, show, and performances from the ship. We will be navigating at 2:00 a.m. on January 1st, 2023.

Montevideo exudes European charm and elegance, with broad boulevards, fountains, stately squares, and irresistible sidewalk cafes.

The city maintains a low-key atmosphere despite its position as Uruguay’s commercial and political hub, and there are few skyscrapers on the horizon, though there are some surprising contrasts such as an Art Nouveau pedestrian mall, an Art Deco Centenary Stadium, and an American Embassy designed by IM Pei. Most of the nation’s countryside is farm or ranchland, and the life of the cowboy, or gaucho is part of the local lore.

Welcome to elegant, cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, with its European colonial architecture and colorful mix of cultures. Each district has its own style: enjoy Palermo, with its mansions and parks; shop in the chic boutiques of Soho and Hollywood; and soak up the Italian flavor of La Boca, where tango dancers and artists display their talents for passersby.

A visit to Buenos Aires is not complete without a visit to the National Museum of Fine Arts. It is not only a unique experience, but one of the oldest and most respected attractions in the city. From classic to controversial, you will find works from extraordinary artists such as Van Gogh, Degas, Monet, and Picasso.

Be sure to squeeze in a visit to Colon Theater, one of the most important opera houses in the world. Performances on this stage have shaped its world-renowned prestige. The exceptional acoustic and architectural conditions of this building place it withing the top 10 theaters worldwide.

The spectacular Puente de la Mujer (Spanish for Woman’s Bridge), inspired by tango, is a rotating footbridge that was designed by Santiago Calatrava. The white mast symbolizing the man, and the curve of the bridge, the woman. This footbridge is one of the most famous landmarks in the neighborhood of Puerto Madero.

You and your partner can witness much of the city’s history from the balconies of Casa Rosada, from which Juan and “Evita” Perón addressed the masses during the late 40s and early 50s. Dominating Plaza de Mayo, Casa Rosada (the Pink House) is the seat of the Argentine national government and houses the president’s office.Finally, top off the perfect day with an Argentine steak, perfectly grilled over a fire of glowing coals, and wash it down with an excellent glass of Malbec.

Welcome to elegant, cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, with its European colonial architecture and colorful mix of cultures. Each district has its own style: enjoy Palermo, with its mansions and parks; shop in the chic boutiques of Soho and Hollywood; and soak up the Italian flavor of La Boca, where tango dancers and artists display their talents for passersby.

A visit to Buenos Aires is not complete without a visit to the National Museum of Fine Arts. It is not only a unique experience, but one of the oldest and most respected attractions in the city. From classic to controversial, you will find works from extraordinary artists such as Van Gogh, Degas, Monet, and Picasso.

Be sure to squeeze in a visit to Colon Theater, one of the most important opera houses in the world. Performances on this stage have shaped its world-renowned prestige. The exceptional acoustic and architectural conditions of this building place it withing the top 10 theaters worldwide.

The spectacular Puente de la Mujer (Spanish for Woman’s Bridge), inspired by tango, is a rotating footbridge that was designed by Santiago Calatrava. The white mast symbolizing the man, and the curve of the bridge, the woman. This footbridge is one of the most famous landmarks in the neighborhood of Puerto Madero.

You and your partner can witness much of the city’s history from the balconies of Casa Rosada, from which Juan and “Evita” Perón addressed the masses during the late 40s and early 50s. Dominating Plaza de Mayo, Casa Rosada (the Pink House) is the seat of the Argentine national government and houses the president’s office.Finally, top off the perfect day with an Argentine steak, perfectly grilled over a fire of glowing coals, and wash it down with an excellent glass of Malbec.