Brazil's Vibrant Coast | Rio de Janeiro & Bridgetown Expedition Cruise

Celebrate culture & nature

Enjoy a tropical sojourn north along the Brazilian coast to Barbados, on a journey dotted with vibrant cities, historic architecture, lush rainforests and white-sand beaches. From bustling Rio de Janeiro and lively Belém, “Gateway to the Amazon,” to sleepy Îles du Salut, you will encounter a melting pot of cultures, rhythms and flavors that makes this region one of the most intriguing on the planet.

RESERVE BY SEPTEMBER 30 & RECEIVE:
UP TO $2,000 CRUISE SAVINGS PER COUPLE

plus $999 Air per person

Viking Inclusive Value

We include more features & services than others

Map of the Brazil's Vibrant Coast itinerary

Viking Inclusive Value

We include more features & services than others

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Day by Day

To learn more about each port of call and our included as well as optional excursions, click on the individual days below.

1	Rio de Janeiro, Brazil	Embark your ship and settle in; enjoy free time to explore this colorful city on your own.	Read More >
2	Rio de Janeiro, Brazil	Marvel at historic downtown, Christ the Redeemer statue, Sugarloaf Mountain and iconic beaches.	Read More >
3	Armação dos Búzios, Brazil	Discover the area’s beautiful beaches and lively downtown or explore the peninsula by catamaran.	Read More >
4	Cruise the Atlantic Ocean	Learn about Abrolhos Seascape, the south Atlantic’s largest and most diverse coral reef system.	Read More >
5	Salvador de Bahia, Brazil	Experience the city’s vibrant culture; hike or paddle a canoe through the Atlantic rainforest.	Read More >
6	Cruise the Atlantic Ocean	Enjoy a lecture on an upcoming port or relax on board, mingling with like-minded guests.	Read More >
7	Recife, Brazil	Explore this historic and artistic city, catamaran on Capibaribe River or visit Primavera Falls.	Read More >
8-9	Cruise the Atlantic Ocean	Learn about upcoming destinations during a lecture by your Viking Resident Scientists.	Read More >
10	Belém, Brazil	Discover the city, located at the mouth of the Amazon River, and its complex ecosystems.	Read More >
11	Belém, Brazil	Visit Belém's iconic sites, stroll an open air market and indulge in local Brazilian delicacies.	Read More >
12	Cruise the Atlantic Ocean	Study how the currents off Brazil’s coast influence the Atlantic’s larger oceanic currents.	Read More >
13	French Guiana (Îles du Salut), France	Learn about the city’s intriguing past and look for macaws, capuchin monkeys and sea turtles.	Read More >
14	Cruise the Atlantic Ocean	Arrange for a visit to The Laboratory to learn about the research being done by the Viking Resident Scientists.	Read More >
15	Bridgetown, Barbados	Disembark your ship for your return flight; return home with wonderful memories of your journey.	Read More >