Cruise Itinerary Details
17-night Transatlantic (from Santos to Amsterdam)
- Ship Name : MSC Orchestra
- 2010 Sail Dates : April 20
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| Sailing Dates | Inside Cabin | Ocean View | Balcony | Suite | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 20-May 7, 2010 | Check Availability | $2,777 | $3,633 | Check Availability | Select |
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* Arrival times, departure times, and ports vary slightly for this date. Rollover the 'view' link to see the exact times and ports for this sailing.
View all sailings for this itinerary.Cruise Itinerary
| Day | Ports of Call | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sao Paulo (Santos), Brazil | --- | 6:00 pm |
| 2 | Rio De Janeiro, Brazil | 9:00 am | 6:00 pm |
| 3 | At Sea | --- | --- |
| 4 | Salvador Bahia, Brazil | 9:00 am | 5:00 pm |
| 5 | Recife, Brazil | 2:00 pm | 7:00 pm |
| 6 | At Sea | --- | --- |
| 7 | At Sea | --- | --- |
| 8 | At Sea | --- | --- |
| 9 | At Sea | --- | --- |
| 10 | At Sea | --- | --- |
| 11 | Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands | 9:00 am | 5:00 pm |
| 12 | Funchal (Madeira), Portugal | 9:00 am | 6:00 pm |
| 13 | At Sea | --- | --- |
| 14 | Lisbon, Portugal | 9:00 am | 5:00 pm |
| 15 | Vigo, Spain | 9:00 am | 2:00 pm |
| 16 | At Sea | --- | --- |
| 17 | Dover (London), England | 9:00 am | 6:00 pm |
| 18 | Amsterdam, Netherlands | 9:00 am | --- |
Arrival and departure times may vary slightly by sailing date.
Itinerary Map
Ports of Call
Sao Paulo (Santos), BrazilFounded in 1535, Santos was one of the first Portuguese settlements in the New World. Situated a few kilometres east of Sao Vicente, the city was developed on an island, with the port facing inland and ships approaching through a narrow canal. The heart of the city is very much connected with the port activities, and the main buildings lie along a network of narrow alleyways and streets. There are several street markets, where bartering is the order of the day, just as it was in ancient times. One of the most important attractions in the city centre is the Rodoviària, near Praça dos Andradas. The commercial centre is found along Rua XV de Novembro and Rua do Comercio. The city's train station, built in 1860, is a copy of London's Victoria Station. Nearby is the Baroque-style Santo Antoñio do Valongo church and Convento do Carmo. The city's commercial importance is now complemented by the tourist industry, with many visitors preferring the coast of Santos to Rio de Janeiro. On the south side of the island, which has a 400km coastline, are a number of bays with large beaches, protected inland by green hills, giving a Mediterranean feel to the area.
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Natives call it a cidade maravilhosa—the marvelous city—for its stunning setting and unabashed lust for life. Our overnight stay lets you revel in Brazilian paradise: beaches beauty, samba. And if Rio isn't wild enough for you, there's always a trip to the Amazonian river outpost of Manaus, once the richest city in the world.
Salvador Bahia, Brazil
In the state where Portuguese culture first blended with West African beliefs, spicy Bahia offers cuisine to sample, rhythmic capoiera fight dances to watch, immaculate white lace shirts to buy. Religion here is often an eclectic affair—catholicism mixed with pagan gods and a dash of voodoo thrown in.
Recife, Brazil
With Recife's receding tide comes a most unusual bathing beach, dotted with a myriad of inviting pools and a surreal seascape of reef rocks. Hence the name Recife, which means reef. Discover nearby Olinda, a colonial gem beautifully preserved in pastel shades of stucco.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands
Lush green banana plantations give way to pine forests, then a jumbled landscape of volcanic rock. Ahead on Tenerife is Spain's highest peak, Mt. Tiede, with a stupendous view from the top. When Columbus stopped by in 1498, Tiede was erupting, but it's now sedately dormant.
Funchal (Madeira), Portugal
The capital of Portugal's largest island, Funchal is a proud seaport with an abundant supply of historical monuments, charming squares and quaint streets. Whether it's the enchanting villages, awesome volcanic caves, beautiful beaches or breathtaking mountian views of the rugged coastline, there's something to see for everyone. Visit the island's vineyards to see the origins of the world-famous Madeira wine.
Lisbon, Portugal
Also known as Lisboa to the native Portuguese, Lisbon has earned its title as capital of Portugal. See why this city reigns above all others as you stroll along elaborate mosaic sidewalks and pass by the Monument to the Discoveries. A quick trolley ride transports you to the cobblestone district of Baixa. Or if you choose, be lured off and pampered in the resort cities of Cascais and Estoril.
Vigo, Spain
At the very corner of the Iberian Peninsula, Santiago de Compostela is a favorite for Catholic pilgrims. As you may elect to do, many pause at the grand Hotel of the Catholic Kings and attend a censer service at the enormous cathedral built over St James' burial spot.
Dover (London), England
In Canterbury's medieval cathedral, see where Thomas Becket met his tragic end. Tour on to London, shop in stylish Knightsbridge, hop aboard a double-decker.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Here in Amsterdam, you can decide whether the real masterpieces are the gabled houses that flank graceful canals, or the van Goghs, Rembrandts and Vermeers that cover the walls of the city's grand museums.