South America

Visit some of the most amazing ports-of-call in the world, featuring attractions that even the most jaded travelers would enjoy when you cruise to South America.

Tropical paradise is within reach when you set your sails for a cruise to Tahiti or the other glamorous islands of the South Pacific.

South America is a cruise destination that offers something for everyone.

Deep rooted cultures left the remains of their great civilizations for you to explore.

Tranquil beaches await those eager for a swim in the clear waters or a sunbathing session in the shining sun. Markets for shopping, vineyards for exploring, clubs for dancing: live out your wildest dreams with a South America cruise.

South America Overview

South America is an often-overlooked jewel. This continent is rich with culture, from the Carnivale of Rio de Janeiro to the Incan ruins of Machu Picchu and the landscapes of the Amazon and Tierra del Fuego. South America is a place for exciting adventures and riveting experiences, the best of which can be experienced via a cruise vacation.

01 Tango Dance

Enjoy the passionate tango dance at one of the many cafes where the dance is performed in Buenos Aires. The tango originated in Argentina in the 1800s.

02 Christ The Redeemer

Climb a mountain in Brazil. Take a cable car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain, which towers over Rio de Janeiro. Then head to the top of the Corcovado Mountain to stand next to the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue, which towers over the city and its nearby rainforest.

03 Amazon Jungle

Tour the Amazon and its amazing ecosystem. You’ll encounter the huge variety of both flora and fauna, along with exotic animals. Learn about the tribes that still live in the Amazon Jungle and visit their villages for a look at their way of life.

04 Galapagos Islands

Travel to the amazing Galapagos Islands where you’ll discover a land that seems untouched by time. Discover Darwin’s theories of evolution and judge for yourself as you snorkel, hike and attend lectures on the islands.

05 Machu Picchu

Explore the mysterious ruins of former empires at Machu Picchu, the ruins of what is believed to be an Incan settlement that sits high in the mountains. You can also visit the curious head shaped statues on Easter Island that are said to have been created by early Polynesians.

06 Tierra del Fuego

Put on your coat because the “Land of Fire,” or Tierra del Fuego, at the tip of South America is the closest land to the continent of Antarctica. Here you can set off on the adventure of a lifetime, sailing past glaciers and getting up close with some stately penguins.