Explore and book MSC Cruises 8 Night South America Cruise on the MSC Armonia departing from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on Dec 27, 2025 and ending in Ilhabela, Brazil on Jan 4, 2026 Sail to Bahia de Salvador, Brazil, Copacabana Beach, Brazil, Angra Dos Reis, Brazil, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Buzios, Brazil, Ilhabela, Brazil

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Signature Event Sailing: Rio Carnaval 
Full Day Best of Rio with Lunch
Carnival Behind the Scenes
Rio by Night with Ginga Tropical
Corcovado y vista de las playas de Río
Half Day City Tour with Sugar Loaf
Corcovado and a View of Rio's Beaches
HD Botanical Gardens and Parque Lage
HD Walking Harbour Tour 
HD Panoramic Rio
Río panorámico HD

Bahia de Salvador, Brazil

Brazil's capital of happiness, Salvador is a fusion of African and Brazilian cultures. With its colonial architecture, vibrant festivals, and Afro-Brazilian music, it's a sensory explosion of colors and rhythms.

Copacabana Beach, Brazil

World-renowned and nestled in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Copacabana Beach is the epitome of vibrancy. Cruisers visiting this iconic shore can enjoy golden sands, samba rhythms, and the lively Brazilian spirit.

Buzios, Brazil

Búzios panorámica
Panoramic Buzios
Buzios by Trolley
Buzios Beaches by Schooner
Ferradura Beach Transfer

Angra Dos Reis, Brazil

Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Day Trip with Schooner Cruise and Lunch

Ilhabela, Brazil

Located off Brazil's southeastern coast, Ilhabela is a tropical paradise with waterfalls, dense Atlantic forest, and pristine beaches. Its biodiverse environment and laid-back ambiance make it a tropical treasure.

8 Night South America Cruise

South America

While away a few enjoyable hours of game play at the Arcade on board the ship. Pit your wits and skill against those of your friends in any number of typical arcade options, including video games, pinball and more. Great fun guaranteed.

Arcade

Tennis Tournament - if you've got a killer backhand then why not enter our onboard tennis tournament? It might not be Wimbledon but it'll serve up a great workout and possibly a taste of glory, tooSoccer Tournament - can you kick it? Yes you can! Sign up for the onboard soccer tournament and show off your skills. Your team needs you, so get involved. Volleyball Tournament - unleash your competitive side in our very own onboard volleyball tournament. Quick reactions and impressive reach could lead you and your team to glory! Basketball Tournament - ready to shoot some hoops? Then enter our onboard basketball tournament. Get involved and prepare for glory! Ping Pong Tournament - pick up a paddle and prepare for battle! The ping pong tournament is on and you're invited. Ready for the challenge? See you there! Table Soccer Tournament - if you're a fan of football in the miniaturized form known as foosball why not enter today's tournament? Just remember the golden rule - no spinning!

Sports Tournaments

Our casinos are elegantly designed, featuring games for all types of players. You’ll be able to try your hand at Roulette or Blackjack, challenge yourself at one of our Poker tables, or choose among a variety of slot machines.

Casino

This lounge features live entertainment and dancing later in the evenings. It was often packed for predinner cocktails and later in the evening.

Bar del Duomo

Unwind in the refined atmosphere of this Lounge Bar—a haven for leisurely moments with friends. Revel in comfort and style as you savor your favorite drink in this elegant space.

Lounges

Caffe San Marco serves extra-fee hot coffees, iced and frozen coffees and chocolate drinks, as well as free biscotti and pastry items. You'll also find alcoholic drinks, such as espresso martinis.

Caffe San Marco

Whether you’re a night owl or simply fancy a tantalizing night cap before turning in, our night bars are there to cater to your needs. Choose from a range of innovative alchemist cocktails, created to suit those moments when only the extraordinary will do.

Night Bars

Sip on a glass of something refreshing – a cocktail, wine, beer or soft drink – in ultimate style at one of our Outdoor Bars, located both poolside and on the highest decks of the ships. Teaming glorious ocean views with enjoying a delicious drink has never been easier.

Outdoor Bars

This classy little cocktail bar, branded by Bacardi, features specialty mojitos and a pianist in the evenings. An enormous blown-glass light fixture -- which is stunning in presentation as well as size and (presumed) weight -- dominates the space.

The Red Bar

The wine and cocktails are the same as elsewhere on the ship, the menu offers many more beer options, including Newcastle Brown Ale, Amstel and Murphy's Irish Red on draught; more than 20 beer varieties in bottles; and a handful of beer cocktails.

The White Lion Pub

Breakfast offers eggs cooked to order, bacon, sausage, smoked salmon, cold cuts, cheese, fruit, yogurt, cereal, pastries, bread, tea, coffee, hot chocolate and fruit juices. Lunch features a three-course menu made up of starters (soup, cheese croquettes, Greek salad), a main (typically steak, pasta and fish dishes -- hamburgers are always available and the vegan version is better than average), a daily special and desserts.Dinner offers at least three courses, as well, plus an always-available menu with options that include Caesar salad (chicken optional), grilled chicken breast, steak or salmon dishes served with French fries, baked potatoes or the vegetable dish of the day. Specials could be anything from roast pheasant to red snapper.Vegan choices are also offered and most special diets can be catered for onboard.

Marco Polo

Get set to be wowed by the creativity of our talented chefs at the Daily Special Corner. Wrap your taste buds around a different specialty every day of your cruise for an unforgettable culinary surprise.

Daily Special Corner

This nicely situated spot serves up hamburgers, hot dogs, pizza, fruit and desserts buffet-style and also has its own bar. Waiters patrol the area to serve drinks

II Girasole

Our main restaurants invite you on a journey around the world’s cuisines, offering exceptional international dishes every day of your cruise. Check out the Elegant Dinner to try a signature dish by two Michelin-starred chef Ramón Freixa.

International Dining

Enticing aromas and mouth-watering flavors are served up at our Ethnic Corner. Choose your personal favorite from a range of delectable dishes, hand-selected from every corner of the world, from Asian to Indian – and everything in between.

Ethnic Corner

Indulge your sweet tooth at the Dessert Corner, a cornucopia of deliciously sweet treats that will have your mouth watering. Enter the magical world of fine patisserie, crafted with love by our team of talented bakers and pastry chefs with meticulous attention to detail.

Dessert Corner

Enjoy a quick and delicious meal with a wide selection of Italian and international cuisine. This casual buffet-style eatery offers fresh flavors, quality ingredients, and plenty of variety for every taste. Perfect for a relaxed lunch on the go.

La Brasserie Buffet

As one of the healthiest diets on the planet, Mediterranean food takes center stage at our main restaurants, tempting you with French, Italian and Spanish cuisine. Don’t miss the Elegant Dinner with a signature dish our Michelin-starred chef Ramón Freixa

Mediterranean Dining

We believe everyone’s special on an MSC cruise ship which is why we provide tailored menus and solutions to meet everyone’s dining requirements

Special Diets and Menus

Check out the Pasta Station for authentic Italian pasta just like mama used to make. Discover a new selection of delicious flavor combinations every single day to satisfy even the most discerning palate.

Pasta Station

For those unexpected hunger pangs, the Take-Away Station is your go-to spot for quick and casual dining, offering popular fast foods. Enjoy a convenient snack whenever you need it during your cruise adventure.







Take Away Station

Indulge in a favorite mouthwatering surf 'n' turf meal with the juiciest of steaks and bountiful seafood.Our menu will take your taste buds on a cruise of their own as you indulge in hearty seafood favorites, such as crab cakes and lobster, and melt-in-your-mouth fillets and ribeyes.

Surf And Turf

Come to the Carvery for deliciously tender, juicy and flavorful roast meat specialties that will please your palate any day of the week. Enjoy the theater of watching your personal favorites being carved right in front of your eyes especially for you.

Meat Carvery

Wellness Corner

Kids' Corner features a dedicated buffet line exclusively for kids and their families, offering a playful and relaxed dining experience. With a menu that changes daily, young cruisers can enjoy healthy and fun meals designed to excite their taste buds. This family-focused space ensures mealtime is as enjoyable as the adventures onboard.

Kids Area

You’d normally have to travel to New York to see the top-rated shows, but thanks to our Broadway-style theaters you can enjoy entertainment with an international line-up of artists without having to leave the ship. Take your pick, there’s sure to be a show you love.                                      

Broadway Theater

A start-of-the-cruise event celebrating the ship's departure, led by the Entertainment Team and dancers in a spectacular Costume Parade.

Sailaway Party

It’s all white for a night with dazzling décor and costumes to suit the theme, plus a special performance starring our theater cast.

White Party

Every MSC Cruise is full of fun and discovery for kids of every age, starting with all the activities organised just for them and included in your fare. With a packed program of sports, games, competitions, parties and more, your children will enjoy endless discoveries with their new friends.Children can discover a world of their own thanks to 5 dedicated clubs for ages ranging from 0 to 17 years old, where they are looked after by our trained, multilingual personnel, certified for safeguarding children.

Kids Clubs

The Junior Club inspires connection and cooperation among 7 to 11-year-olds, through a wide variety of activities. Highlights range from Masterchef at Sea Juniors and Dorebro Sport competitions to our Fire & Ice live video game. Do you like acting, dancing or singing? Enjoy the thrill of filming with the Kelly & Kloe On Board Green Screen Experience!

Junior Club 7-11

The Mini Club, designed for children aged 3 to 6 and in partnership with LEGO®, is a hub of creativity and fun. With a wide range of activities and the exciting Doremi Family Disco, it’s a place where young imaginations soar and families create lasting memories together.

Mini Club 3-6

For parents of toddlers under 3 years old, this partnership with Chicco ensures a safe and enjoyable play area. Leave your little ones with the MSC Babycare staff or join in the fun with special Chicco toys and rhythmic activities designed to spark curiosity.



Baby Club 0-3

With the Young Club, kids from 12 to 14 years old can dive into a world of discovery, involvement and interaction.Each day holds the promise of new experiences, with a dedicated programme of sport tournaments, hi-tech games and lots of other fun activities. And of course, every day also brings opportunities to make new friends.

Young Club 12-14

Teens aged 15-17 are in for an unforgettable cruise experience. Dive into the Teen Club's action-packed world, featuring sports, dance-offs, social games, and thrilling Wii, Xbox, and PS4 tournaments.



Teen Club 15-17

Set sail for a day of creativity with the LEGO® Experience On Board. Your family can enjoy a full day of LEGO-themed activities, providing endless hours of building and creating for the kids while fostering family fun.

Lego Experience

Anyone for tennis? Play to your heart’s content at the outdoor tennis court of our onboard Sport Center. Tennis is ideal for getting some healthy activity, honing your hand-to-eye coordination and having loads of fun. Game, set and match to you.

Tennis Court

Indulge in the ultimate relaxation at the MSC Aurea Spa, a sanctuary of Balinese tranquility. Offering a variety of signature treatments, a thermal area, and beauty services, it’s your escape to rejuvenation and luxury.

MSC Aurea Spa

Get a lasting sensation of absolute well being that will accompany you well beyond your cruise. All our ships are equipped with a Thermal Area where you can enjoy a soothing sauna, a relaxing steam or an invigorating whirlpool bath.

Thermal Area

Relaxing on one of our ships will do wonders for you, but we also have a few secrets on board to help you look and feel even better. Make the most of our range of safe and effective Anti-Ageing treatments and return from your cruise visibly rejuvenated.

Medi Spa Center

Fitted with authentic TechnoGym® equipment and featuring panoramic ocean views, the onboard gym is the place to be for all those who take their fitness regime seriously. Hone your physique with a full set of TechnoGym® apparatus every day of your cruise to look better than ever before.

Gym by Technogym

Come to the outdoor Basketball court at the Sport Center for a chance to hang out with friends, have fun shooting hoops and enjoy a full-body workout at the same time. You may not make the latest line-up of the Harlem Globetrotters, but you’re sure to have a great time.

Basketball

Grant your wish for a game of football at the outdoor five-a-side pitch in the Sport Center. Team up with friends or family, engage in a friendly match, and turn strangers into friends as you have a blast and stay active.

Five-A-Side Football

Join in the fast-paced fun on board with a game of volleyball at the outdoor court. Get a cardio workout, land that kill shot, and enjoy the thrill of friendly competition!


Volleyball

You’ll need to combine hand-to-eye coordination with a deft, light touch to get around our entertaining open-air mini golf course on board the ship. Get together with your friends and family to see who has what it takes to be crowned the Mini Golf King or Queen.

Mini Golf

Refresh your look with a new hairstyle! There are different packages which include a personalized shampoo & conditioning mask, a haircut and a single process color treatment. Leave the salon styled and ready for a great evening onboard.

Hair Salon

You can enjoy the expertise of highly specialized staff in aesthetic treatments to offer you excellent results and improve the relaxing effects of your cruise. Customize your cruise with the best treatments for your body. Unwind and feel fantastic!

Beauty Salon

One of the ships that first introduced MSC Cruises’ distinctive combination of classic Mediterranean style and pioneering design, MSC Armonia is now even better equipped to satisfy every need, thanks to an impressive array of new features and facilities. So step on board and embark on a voyage of discovery before you even set sail!

Our elegant Lounge Bar is the perfect spot to enjoy leisurely hours in the company of friends. Let the special ambiance work its magic on you while you relax in comfort and style with your favorite tipple in hand.

La Brasserie is MSC Armonia's buffet cafeteria set up at the back end. It holds just 290 people.La Brasserie stays open from 6 a.m. until 12:30 a.m. There's also a 24-hour coffee, tea and water station inside La Brasserie.

La Brasserie

We believe everyone’s special on an MSC cruise ship which is why we provide tailored menus and solutions to meet everyone’s dining requirements:  Vegetarian Menus of delicious specialties, freshly prepared to the gourmet standards for which MSC is renowned; Kosher meals (pre-packaged breakfast, lunch and dinner) may be available onboard. Kosher meals can be consumed in the main restaurants and must be booked at least 3 weeks before ship’s departure. Halal products (beef, lamb and poultry) may be available on board following former request of the guest at least two months before departure; Gluten-Free Menus* are prepared by skilled personnel in dedicated kitchens on board. MSC Cruises has obtained a certification from Bureau Veritas to provide gluten-free menus worldwide (food code: 20 ppm).

The Take-Away Station is just the place to be when you’re feeling peckish for a snack on the go. A wide range of the most popular fast foods awaits you, the perfect casual dining fix for those moments when hunger suddenly strikes.

A selection of light and tasty dishes awaits you at our Wellness Corner. Made with your health in mind, these dishes will boost your well being without putting a strain on your waistline. Stock up on your five-a-day with dishes that are delicious, nutritious and packed with flavor.

Created with the little ones in mind, Kids’ Corner offers a selection of tasty, healthy and fun meals to tickle your children’s taste buds throughout your cruise. Dishes change on a daily basis so there’s always something new and exciting to discover.

MSC Armonia carries about 2,500 passengers at a time and the theater holds just 557 people .Teatro La Fenice is also used for daytime entertainment, such as a Master Chef competition, during which passengers, both children and adults, have fun competing, just like on the TV show. It's staged once during the cruise.

The Mini Club welcomes children aged between 3 and 6 years old, bringing them new friends and lots of fun, enriched by the stimulating toys of our partnership with LEGO®. The club offers games, events and activities like Arts & Crafts to free their imagination and make every day special. And the whole family is invited to the Doremi Family Disco!

Our partnership with leading baby care brand Chicco provides a dedicated play area with facilities for babies and toddlers under 3 years old. You can leave your toddlers with our MSC Babycare staff*, or stay with them and enjoy the special Chicco toys and games. They'll love our music and rhythm activities, designed to awaken their curiosity.

Teenagers aged from 15 to 17 years old can look forward to having the time of their lives on board. Teen Club activities range from sports and competitions, dance contests and social network games to Wii, Xbox and PS4 tournaments.

Once during every cruise we hold a special entertainment event called the LEGO® Experience On Board: an entire day dedicated to fun LEGO activities for the whole family to enjoy. Thanks to this special activity your kids can spend hours building and creating  whatever they want!

MSC Aurea Spa boasts an exotic interior of natural stone, precious woods and rich mosaics, and is equipped with specific and massage treatment suites. Being pampered by a traditional Balinese Massage is a truly unique experience. Thanks to a blend of scented essences and aromatic oils, your body is enveloped in an endlessly peaceful and relaxing aura.

Gym By Technogym

Fancy a game of footy? Your wish can be granted at the outdoor five-a-side football pitch at the Sport Center. Team up with some friends or family and play a match against another on-board team. A great way to have fun, get active and turn strangers into friends.

Fast-paced, energetic and a ton of fun to play, volleyball is one of the world’s most popular team sports and one you can enjoy at the outdoor volleyball court at the onboard Sport Center. Burn some calories and get a thorough cardio-vascular workout while you land a kill and beat the opposing team.

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MSC Armonia

In this beautiful tour through the Baía de Todos os Santos, will embark on a maritime terminal located 50 meters from the port in schooner towards the Frades Friar Island, according to legend, the island was named after the Indians who inhabited the region tupinambás murdered two friars who went to the island in order to catechize them. During the tour we will have the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful view of the city of Salvador. The Frades Island is shaped like a star, with many beaches and calm seas. The coral reefs are ideal for diving, with a maximum depth of 11 meters and visibility up to 15 meters horizontally. Among the most frequented beaches is the Ponta da Nossa Senhora, where we will stop for about 02 hours, a perfect place to relax and enjoy nature. The wave less sea is ideal for children. Situated in the north of the island the Nossa Senhora is the beach that is used by most of the schooners to drop anchor. During your visit you can climb the hill Nossa Senhora de Guadalupe, where the ruins of an old church will offer the best view of the beach. Then continue on to the island of Itaparica, more precisely on the Ponta da Areia, the calm waters where we would be approximately for 2 hours to enjoy the beach that has become in recent years one of the major tourist destinations of the Bay of All Saints. Its proximity to Salvador, bring the schooners loaded with tourists that usually land there in the summer, seeking its picturesque atmosphere, peppered by regional cuisine served in many beach kiosks where you can have lunch and enjoy the Bahian food. It will be served in the schooner a round of tropical fruits, and a small group of Samba players for enjoyment. The schooner also offers bar service aboard selling drinks and snacks.

Spend a day enjoying the best that the city of Salvador has to offer, including a delicious lunch of local cuisine. This combination tour will take you to all the highlights of the city, from the beautiful Church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim to the historic Pelourinho district. During the day, you'll also have the chance to savour a traditional “baiano” lunch. And when you've finished all that, you'll still have plenty of free time to shop for souvenirs at the city's famous handicrafts market, the Mercado Modelo.

The city of Salvador was founded in front of the Bay of All Saints and developed around it, and this sightseeing tour lets you discover its highlights from the comfort of a coach. Departing from the port, you'll head towards the traditional Bonfim region to visit the famous Church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim and its sacred steps. After the visit, your scenic tour will pass the downtown area and the historic market of Campo Grande before arriving in the Cidade Alta and the Ondina Circuit, where the famous carnival of Salvador is celebrated. With its amazing views overlooking the city, this is the perfect vantage point for a photo stop of the iconic Barra Lighthouse. Before returning to the port, you will also have some free time at the Mercado Modelo, Salvador's famous handicrafts market.

See the best sights that the historic city of Salvador has to offer in comfort on this relaxing tour. Designed for those who wish to walk a little less in the Pelourinho district, this combination excursion is ideal for families with younger kids or baby strollers. The itinerary includes a visit to the Church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim and a tour of the historic district of Pelourinho. There will also be time to visit the famous Mercado Modelo, where you can shop for souvenirs among the approximately 300 craft stores.

Discover Salvador’s historic and cultural highlights on this fascinating sightseeing coach tour. After first stopping at the iconic Barra Lighthouse, a great place for a photo, set off on a walking tour through the city’s historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See two of Salvador's finest squares, Praça da Se and Praça Municipal, overlooking the bay, then visit the inside of the 17th century Convent and Church of São Francisco with its splendid Spanish baroque architecture, before proceeding to the Jorge Amado Foundation. After admiring the building from outside, you will have some time to enjoy the Mercado Modelo, the city’s famous handicrafts market, before you are taken back to the pier.

Visit Salvador’s most famous sights, from the Church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim, with its sacred steps, to the iconic Barra Lighthouse - the ideal place for a photo stop - and the Ondina neighbourhood, one of the locations of the famous Salvador Carnival. Then enjoy a walking tour around the old town, starting with the Cathedral Square and City Square to admire the splendid panorama of the Bay of All Saints. During the walk, you'll also visit the beautiful 17th century Baroque Church of São Francisco, before admiring the colonial architecture of the historic Pelourinho district, the heart of Salvador. Finally, you'll have some time to browse the 300 craft stores in the famous Mercado Modelo before the return transfer to the port.

Relax on one of Brazil's most beautiful beaches and see firsthand how sea turtles are being saved from extinction, in this excursion with an ecological flavor. A 90-minute scenic coach ride takes you to the charming former fishing village of Praia do Forte, now one of Brazil’s “must see” coastal resorts, known for its clear waters, white sand and natural pools. The tour includes free time to relax on the beach, as well as a visit to the maritime complex of the Tamar Project, a Brazilian non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of endangered sea turtles (TAMAR being an abbreviation of "tartarugas marinhas", Portuguese for sea turtles). You will also have enough time to do some souvenir shopping if you so wish.

Trolley is a special vehicle that will take you through an adventure of discovery of the peninsula, and certainly it is the best way of knowing Búzios at its best sites. A unique way to experience an amazing tour passing by the 12 beaches and 2 belvederes in a high and totally opened vehicle, which will give you an incredible opportunity to see the insights of Búzios. There are five stops, including a geological spot in the Fornos Beach, one of the prettiest in the city.

It is not every day that you can do a schooner tour in one of the most beautiful regions of Brazil. On board of a traditional schooner you will admire beaches and islands such as Armação, Ossos, Azeda, Azedinha, João Fernandes, Branca Island, Feia Island and beach. There will be a bar on board the schooner selling water, soft drinks and beer. The excursion also gives you the possibility to swim and to relax in the sun.

Geribá beach is one of the most famous beaches in the peninsula of Buzios. Its name comes from Jerivá palm tree, native to the Mata Atlântica. With two kilometers long, Geribá is the most popular beach in Buzios. In its edge stands out beautiful summer residences, hostels and bars, surrounded by rocks and beautiful houses jammed between the stones. At the end of the tour you may choose to stay in Rua das Pedras or return to the Pier.

It is not every day that you can do a schooner tour in one of the most beautiful regions of Brazil. On board of a traditional schooner you will admire beaches and islands such as Armação, Ossos, Azeda, Azedinha, João Fernandes, Branca Island and Tartaruga beach. The excursion also gives you the possibility to swim and to relax in the sun. After this unforgettable tour we will have approximately 2 hours of free time in the famous Rua das Pedras, where you can shop from hand crafts to international brands and enjoy finest restaurant. The tour guide will set a meeting point in the Trolley station to board for another adventure. Feel the breeze, the pure air and smell the ocean with a feeling of a real feeling of contemplation of the prettiest places that are not usually visited by tourists in Búzios.

After disembarking at the pier you will board a schooner or the Jeep towards Jabaquara Beach. The schooner on its way to Jabaquara Beach goes around your ship for pictures, passes by "Yacht Club de Ilhabela" and the beaches of barreiros, viana, and the bell rock, famous for its stones that resemble the sound of church bells. We will then pass by ponta das canas's lighthouse to disembark at Jabaquara Beach which is surrounded by the stunning rain forest. For approximately 1 ½ hours you will be able to enjoy its beauty, sun bathing and a magnificent waterfall. At the same time the schooner departs, the jeep leaves towards Jabaquara Beach passing by Barreiros viewpoint where we will make a quick stop for pictures with your ship in the background. Still on the way, we will make another stop at the bell Rock where you will be able to see and "hear" the stones. Continuing after ponta das canas Lighthouse we will get on a dirt road leading us to Jabaquara Beach. On the way back, all guests whom went by jeep, comes back in the schooner and vice versa, making the same route back.

Embark on this exciting adventure! On board of 4x4 vehicles we will follow in the south of the island seeing the most beautiful landscapes. Our first stop will be at the most famous beach of Ilhabela Curral beach, where you will find an excellent infra-structure of bars and restaurants in this beach with its green tone waters are ideal for a swimming, but that is not all! After the beach we will head to the interior of the island for about 30 minutes until we reached the Ilhabela State Park, where is located the Agua Branca waterfalls, where we can take pictures or dive in for a refreshing swim, where we can appreciate the exuberance of the Atlantic forest.

The best excursion in Ilhabela! After disembarking you will board 4x4 jeeps reserved for all MSC guests and waiting for you and your family, where your driver will be your tour guide. Heading towards the south of the island, you will reach one of the most famous beaches of Ilhabela Curral beach. One of the most famous beaches in the state of São Paulo where you will have free time for swing, relax under the sun or enjoy one of the many bars and restaurants at the beach. After the beach we will head to one of the 360 waterfalls of the island, the 3 tombos waterfalls, located close to Feiticeira beach, three falls in a natural setting of which the largest has a height of more than 20 meters. Enjoy some free time in this natural pools where you can swim and do not forget to take unforgettable pictures.

In this amazing combination tour, you will visit the most famous beaches and yet see the best that the island has to offer. You will board air-conditioned vans or Minibus to visit the Vila and downtown. It includes a photo stop at the Barreiro's view point for a fantastic view of the channel and your ship before heading to Ilhabela main church "Nossa Senhora D'Ajuda" built in 1806. After the tour you will be able to enjoy approximately one and a half hour for swimming and relax in one the most famous Beach in the island Curral Beach.

Our tour begins at the pier downtown Ilhabela where we will board a schooner towards Jabaquara Beach. On the way we will pass by the "Yacht Club Ilhabela" and the beaches of barreiros, viana, and the bell rock, famous for the sound that resembles church bells. We will then pass by Ponta das Canas lighthouse to disembark at Jabaquara Beach which is surrounded by a stunning rain forest. For approximately ½ hours you will be able to enjoy the surrounding Mata Atlantica and sun bathing at the beach. On the way back to the Pier, we will go around your ship for pictures.

Before the visit of Sugar Loaf, you will have a panoramic tour of the historical centre of Rio, with the stop at San Sebastian Cathedral. The excursion includes a photo stop in front of the biggest stadium in the world Maracanã' and at the famous Sambodromo, the temple of the Carnival Samba. With the cable car you will reach the top of the Sugar Loaf hill, one of the most famous symbols of Rio. From the top amazing views of Guanabara Bay, Niteroi and even the famous statue of the Christ. You will have a remarkable memory when arrive in the airport.

Enjoy a day in Rio on your own terms, and at your own pace, with this excursion to one of its two most famous beaches. You will be transferred to either Copacabana or Ipanema, two of the most renowned beaches of the Brazilian metropolis. On arrival at your destination, you are free to enjoy yourself however you wish: relaxing in the sun, swimming in the ocean or exploring the local boutiques and bars. Once you have spent a few hours making the most of the iconic resort, you will be transferred back to the ship.

Enjoy a day discovering why Rio de Janeiro is known as the "Marvelous City". Ideal for those who have already visited Sugarloaf Mountain and Corcovado, this excursion offers an excellent opportunity to visit Rio with no stress, no hurry and no long walks. Sit back and enjoy an unforgettable tour of the city center with its mix of dazzling skyscrapers and colonial architecture. Your route will follow the Avenida Rio Branco to the impressive Candelaria Church, then on to Sambodromo (the site of the Carnival parade), the Municipal Theatre and Flamengo Park. Next, you'll pass the Bay of Botafogo and Urca for a breathtaking view of Sugarloaf Mountain. Then you can admire the beaches of Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon before arriving at the beach of Sao Conrado. On the way back, you'll pass the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon. The tour includes stops to take photos of the cathedral, the view of Sugarloaf Mountain and Sao Conrado beach, so don't forget your camera!

Experience the two high points of Rio de Janeiro and much more in one memorable full-day tour. The day begins with the coach transfer to Tijuca National Park, where you will board the famous train that takes you up Corcovado on a rack-and-pinion railway. On reaching the top, you'll see the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer, offering incredible views over the city. Next up is a delicious lunch in a traditional barbecue restaurant. Then sit back and enjoy a scenic tour of Rio's famous beaches, like Ipanema and Copacabana. And for the final leg of the excursion, you'll take the cable car to the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain for some more amazing views over this spectacular city.

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