Travel Advice
Duration
21 Nights
Journey Type
Cruise only (Please call for flight options)
Ports
8 Ports
21-22 October
Setting sail from Manaus
Situated near the confluence of the Rio Negro and Amazon rivers, and surrounded by thick jungle, Manaus is a remarkable place, a sweltering, steamy city in the heart of the Brazilian rainforest. It first came to prominence as the centre of the rubber trade around the turn of the twentieth century, but these days it's a major port, despite its location some 1,000 miles from the sea, and it's also the centre of the Amazonian tourism industry. It's an interesting place and there are a few sights worth seeing before you venture into the jungle, including the famous Teatro Amazonas, a beautiful 19th century opera house.
Don't miss
The meeting of the waters of the Rio Negro and Rio Solimões is really something: different colours, different speeds and different temperature too.
22-24 October
Brazil: Amazon Experience
Your itinerary as you travel along the Amazon River is flexible, dependent on factors like water levels and animal sightings. You'll enjoy scenic cruising in between zodiac excursions and landings where you'll get to explore this astonishingly rich ecosystem, home to wildlife including monkeys, macaws and the elusive jaguar.
25-26 October
Brazil: Manaus
Manaus is a remarkable place, a sweltering, steamy city in the heart of the Brazilian rainforest. Situated near the confluence of the Rio Negro and Amazon rivers, surrounded by thick jungle, the city is a major port in spite of its location some 1,000 miles from the sea.
26-29 October
Brazil: Amazon Experience
Your itinerary as you travel along the Amazon River is flexible, dependent on factors like water levels and animal sightings. You'll enjoy scenic cruising in between zodiac excursions and landings where you'll get to explore this astonishingly rich ecosystem, home to wildlife including monkeys, macaws and the elusive jaguar.
30-31 October
Brazil: Manaus
Manaus is a remarkable place, a sweltering, steamy city in the heart of the Brazilian rainforest. Situated near the confluence of the Rio Negro and Amazon rivers, surrounded by thick jungle, the city is a major port in spite of its location some 1,000 miles from the sea.
31 October - 3 November
Brazil: Amazon Experience
Your itinerary as you travel along the Amazon River is flexible, dependent on factors like water levels and animal sightings. You'll enjoy scenic cruising in between zodiac excursions and landings where you'll get to explore this astonishingly rich ecosystem, home to wildlife including monkeys, macaws and the elusive jaguar.
4-7 November
At sea
8 November
Brazil: Salvador
Colourful Salvador is Brazil’s third biggest city and a vibrant centre for Afro-Brazilian culture, with frequent festivals that fill the streets with music and dancing. The historic core of the old city is the biggest tourist magnet, where elegant, brightly hued colonial buildings line the cobbled streets.
9-10 November
At sea
11 November
Arriving in Rio de Janeiro
The carnival capital of the world, Rio de Janeiro needs little introduction. We can think of few cities in the world that are able to compete when it comes to location: hugging the beautiful sandy shore and surrounded by jungle-clad islands and mountains, including the iconic Corcovado, the setting for Brazil's most vibrant city is simply breathtaking. Strut your stuff on Copacabana beach, shimmy to the rhythms of samba and bossa nova, or just drink in the view from the feet of Christ the Redeemer - Rio is truly a destination to be savoured.
Our tip
Copacabana is the city’s most famous beach, and a must-visit, but we prefer Ipanema for its more upmarket vibe.
Your home from home
Seabourn became the latest ultra-luxury cruise line to enter the expedition market in 2022 with the launch of Seabourn Venture, followed by sister ship Seabourn Pursuit in 2023.
What we love
Seabourn Venture and Pursuit bring the trademark Seabourn style and sophistication to the world of expedition cruising, with interiors by designer Adam D Tihany, sumptuous veranda suite accommodation and high-tech toys including a pair of six-seater submarines.
| Capacity | 264 Guests |
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| Style | The contemporary décor appeals to a sophisticated and cosmopolitan crowd, and the familiar Seabourn style of cruising is enhanced by an experienced expedition team. |
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Tailor-make your trip
Ways to make it better
Where to stay in Manaus
You may enjoy the Tropical Manaus Ecoresort, a few miles outside the city. To be frank in Manaus hotel quality is poor.
Excursions from Manaus
Go to Presidente Figueiredo to see the falls and enjoy extraordinary scenery and a taste of the rainforest.
Our favourite hotel in Rio
We like the Belmond Copacabana Palace – go for the upper floor suites for great views over the ocean.
Around Rio
The extraordinary thing is that right by the city is the Tijuca Forest, great for a four wheel drive tour in acres of lush mountainous national park.
