Itinerary
- Day 1
Buenos Aires
You'll arrive in Buenos Aires and board the Scenic Eclipse, an ultra-luxury discovery yacht. After meeting the crew and checking out your suite, head to the Sky Bar to toast the start of your 11-night voyage as the ship departs.
Included Activities
- Welcome aboard Scenic Eclipse with champagne reception
- Tour of ultra-luxury suite with butler service
- Toast from Sky Bar as ship departs
- Day 2
Montevideo
Montevideo awaits with its mix of colonial architecture and Art Deco buildings. Walk through the charming streets, see Plaza de la Independencia, visit the neoclassical Solís Theatre, and spend time in the vibrant tango bars while trying local wines.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Exploration of Montevideo's historic streets and architecture
- Visit to Plaza de la Independencia
Optional Activities
- Tour of Solís Theatre (opened 1856)
- Tango bar experiences
- Wine tasting from local wine region
Landmarks/POIs Plaza de la Independencia Solís Theatre - Day 3
Punta del Este
You'll explore Punta del Este, known for its beaches and art scene. Head to Playa Brava to check out the famous sculpture 'La Mano' rising from the sand, wander through galleries and museums, and soak in the artistic energy of the area.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Playa Brava beach
- Viewing of 'La Mano' sculpture
Optional Activities
- Art gallery visits
- Museum exploration
Landmarks/POIs Playa Brava La Mano (The Hand) - Day 4
At Sea
Start with breakfast in your suite, then join a yoga or Pilates class if you'd like. You can relax in the sauna or plunge pool, grab casual lunch at the Azure Bar with sea views. By evening, you'll have up to 10 dining options including French, Asian fusion, or fine steaks.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Luxurious in-suite breakfast), Lunch, Dinner (Up to 10 world-class culinary experiences from casual to fine dining)
Included Activities
- In-suite breakfast
- Yoga or Pilates class
- Access to sauna and temperature-controlled plunge pool
- Casual dining at Azure Bar and Café
- Fine dining at specialty restaurants including Lumière (French), Koko's (Asian fusion), and Elements (steaks)
- Access to eight all-inclusive bars featuring over 130 whiskey varieties at Scenic Bar
Optional Activities
- Spa treatments at Senses Spa
- Day 5
At Sea
This is your leisurely day at sea with all-inclusive activities included. Relax in the Observation Lounge on Deck 5 with specialty tea or coffee while watching the ocean, or find a private cabana on Deck 10 where you'll have complimentary binoculars to observe the world passing by.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Access to Observation Lounge and Terrace on Deck 5
- Specialty tea and coffee service
- Access to cabanas on Deck 10
- Complimentary binoculars and refreshments on deck
- Day 6
São Francisco do Sul
You'll arrive at São Francisco do Sul, Brazil's third oldest settlement from 1658. The town shows off pastel-colored colonial buildings with arched windows and balconies as you approach by yacht. Explore the cobblestone streets and historic architecture on foot.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Arrival viewing of São Francisco do Sul from Discovery Yacht
- Exploration of colonial town and cobblestone streets
Landmarks/POIs São Francisco do Sul Historic Town - Day 7
Bela Island
Bela Island offers craggy volcanic peaks, equatorial jungle, and great beaches. You can hike under forest canopies, see waterfalls and wildlife like toucans and capuchin monkeys, then return by mid-afternoon if you want to try the optional spa treatment onboard.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Disembarkation and exploration of Bela Island
- Viewing of volcanic peaks and equatorial jungle
- Access to waterfalls and beaches
- Wildlife observation including toucans and capuchin monkeys
Optional Activities
- Indulgent spa treatments at Senses Spa
Landmarks/POIs Bela Island Bela Island UNESCO-Biosphere Reserve - Day 8
Paraty
After breakfast aboard, head into Paraty's car-free historic center with cobbled streets and chalk-white colonial buildings in bright colors. Wander around steep mountains covered in green foliage, listen for horse-drawn carriages, and spot local birds like toucans and hummingbirds.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast on board), Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Breakfast on board Scenic Eclipse
- Exploration of Paraty's historic town center
- Walking through car-free cobblestone streets
- Viewing of colonial buildings and mountain scenery
Optional Activities
- Bird watching for toucans, parrots, and hummingbirds
Landmarks/POIs Paraty Historic Town Center - Day 9
Island Paradise
You'll spend the day on this lush island where 99% is covered in greenery. Walk under forest canopies with birdcalls around you, watch for wildlife in the trees, then swim and snorkel in the peaceful car-free surroundings.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking under forest canopies
- Wildlife observation
- Swimming and snorkeling
Landmarks/POIs Island Paradise - Day 10
Búzios
Búzios is the 'St Tropez of Brazil', put on the map by Brigitte Bardot in the 1960s. Explore three distinct settlements on a small peninsula, each with its own feel, and enjoy the beaches, luxury hotels, boutique shops, fine restaurants, and chic bars throughout.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Exploration of Búzios' three settlements
- Beach visits and coastal scenery viewing
Optional Activities
- Upscale shopping at boutiques
- Fine dining experiences
- Bar hopping and nightlife
Landmarks/POIs Búzios - Day 11
Rio de Janeiro
Wake early to see the Scenic Eclipse glide into Rio's harbor, passing the famous Christ the Redeemer statue. The city sits between lush islands and dramatic peaks like Sugarloaf Mountain. Colorful neighborhoods and white-sand beaches stretch out before you during your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Arrival viewing of Rio de Janeiro harbor and Christ the Redeemer
- Viewing of Sugarloaf Mountain
- Exploration of Rio's neighborhoods and beaches
Landmarks/POIs Christ the Redeemer Sugarloaf Mountain - Day 12
Rio de Janeiro
Enjoy your final breakfast aboard the Scenic Eclipse before disembarking to end your 11-night journey. You'll leave with memories from this unique voyage through South America.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Final breakfast on board)
Included Activities
- Final breakfast on board Scenic Eclipse
- Disembarkation
