Expedition Cruise Up The Amazon – From Coastal Brazil to The River's Soul
Swan Hellenic · SH Vega · 9 days
Day 1: Fortaleza is Brazil's fifth-largest city, located on the northeastern coastline in the state of Ceará. Its history includes a Dutch outpost in 1654, later retaken by the Portuguese and renamed Fortaleza (fortress). Among the highlights are the Praia do Futuro beach, forró, traditional music and dance at the ornate, Art Nouveau-styled Theatro José de Alencar, or shopping for hammocks and handmade lace and embroideries at the Central Market. Day 2: Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship's observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your…
The sailing, in facts
| Operator | Swan Hellenic |
|---|---|
| Ship | SH Vega |
| Length | 9 days |
| Region | Amazon & South America |
| Departures | 2 listed · 2027-04-17 to 2028-04-09 |
Day by day
| Day | Where |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Fortaleza, Brazil |
| Day 2 | Day-at-Sea |
| Days 3–4 | Itaqui, Brazil |
| Days 5–6 | Day-at-Sea |
| Day 7 | Rio Cajari Extractive Reserve, Brazil, Brazil |
| Day 7 | Aquiqui, Brazil |
| Day 8 | Gurupá, Brazil, Brazil |
| Day 8 | Furo do Cujuba, Brazil, Brazil |
| Day 9 | Breves Narrows, Brazil |
| Day 10 | Belém, Brazil |
Every departure
| Departs | Returns | Days | Ship | Offer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-04-17 | 2027-04-26 | 9 | SH Vega | Yes |
| 2028-04-09 | 2028-04-18 | 9 | SH Vega | Yes |
Current offers
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