South America cruises

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Destination guides

  • Buenos Aires

    Buenos Aires captivates visitors with its distinct European-style architecture, rich tango heritage, and vibrant neighborhood culture. Ships berth at the Benito Quinquela Martín terminal, situated conveniently close to the colorful La Boca district.

  • Elephant Island

    Located off the coast of Antarctica, Elephant Island is famous as the refuge for Sir Ernest Shackleton's stranded crew in 1916. Cruise passengers typically view its dramatic glaciers, icy cliffs, and active penguin colonies from the ship.

  • Puerto Madryn

    Puerto Madryn serves as the primary cruise gateway to the incredible wildlife reserves of Argentine Patagonia. Passengers frequently take excursions to nearby Peninsula Valdes or Punta Tombo to observe penguins, sea lions, and whales.

  • Puerto Montt

    Puerto Montt acts as the bustling maritime gateway to Chile's scenic Lake District and snow-capped Andean volcanoes. Visitors can explore local markets, waterfront seafood eateries, and nearby crystalline lakes.

  • Punta Arenas

    Punta Arenas stands as Chile's southernmost capital city along the historic Straits of Magellan. Today, it welcomes expedition and transoceanic cruise ships while serving as a key departure point for Antarctic adventures.

  • Recife

    Often called the Venice of Brazil, Recife spans multiple islands, rivers, and bridges along the Atlantic coast. It offers a vibrant cultural scene, historic colonial architecture, and proximity to the charming hilltop town of Olinda.

  • Rio de Janeiro

    Rio de Janeiro enchants visitors with its dramatic landscape of lush mountains meeting the azure Atlantic Ocean. Iconic landmarks such as Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain provide breathtaking panoramic views of this vibrant Brazilian metropolis.

  • Stanley

    Stanley is the charming and remote capital of the Falkland Islands, featuring colorful houses and a distinctly British maritime heritage. Cruise visitors frequently use this port as a starting point to observe local penguin colonies and dramatic coastal wildlife.

Cruise ports

  • Buenos Aires

    Buenos Aires captivates visitors with its distinct European-style architecture, rich tango heritage, and vibrant neighborhood culture. Ships berth at the Benito Quinquela Martín terminal, situated conveniently close to the colorful La Boca district.

  • Elephant Island

    Located off the coast of Antarctica, Elephant Island is famous as the refuge for Sir Ernest Shackleton's stranded crew in 1916. Cruise passengers typically view its dramatic glaciers, icy cliffs, and active penguin colonies from the ship.

  • Montevideo

    Montevideo is a charming South American capital situated along the banks of the Río de la Plata. Visitors can explore historic squares, grand neoclassical architecture, and nearby wine estates.

  • Puerto Madryn

    Puerto Madryn serves as the primary cruise gateway to the incredible wildlife reserves of Argentine Patagonia. Passengers frequently take excursions to nearby Peninsula Valdes or Punta Tombo to observe penguins, sea lions, and whales.

  • Puerto Montt

    Puerto Montt acts as the bustling maritime gateway to Chile's scenic Lake District and snow-capped Andean volcanoes. Visitors can explore local markets, waterfront seafood eateries, and nearby crystalline lakes.

  • Punta Arenas

    Punta Arenas stands as Chile's southernmost capital city along the historic Straits of Magellan. Today, it welcomes expedition and transoceanic cruise ships while serving as a key departure point for Antarctic adventures.

  • Recife

    Often called the Venice of Brazil, Recife spans multiple islands, rivers, and bridges along the Atlantic coast. It offers a vibrant cultural scene, historic colonial architecture, and proximity to the charming hilltop town of Olinda.

  • Rio de Janeiro

    Rio de Janeiro enchants visitors with its dramatic landscape of lush mountains meeting the azure Atlantic Ocean. Iconic landmarks such as Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain provide breathtaking panoramic views of this vibrant Brazilian metropolis.

  • Stanley

    Stanley is the charming and remote capital of the Falkland Islands, featuring colorful houses and a distinctly British maritime heritage. Cruise visitors frequently use this port as a starting point to observe local penguin colonies and dramatic coastal wildlife.

  • Ushuaia

    Known as the southernmost city in the world, Ushuaia sits dramatically between the Martial Mountains and the Beagle Channel. It acts as the primary departure point for expeditions to Antarctica and nearby national parks.

Upcoming sailings that visit South America

Each sailing stops at least once in South America. Open a sailing to see its full itinerary.

26 upcoming sailings

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MSC Grand Voyages

18 nights Naples (Pompeii), Italy 10/29/2026

from $1,397 pp

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Spain to Argentina Transatlantic

16 nights Barcelona 11/19/2026

from $2,173 pp

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4 nights Salvador, Brazil 11/28/2026

from $669 pp

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4 nights Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 11/29/2026

from $1,589 pp

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70-DAY GRAND SOUTH AMERICA & ANTARCTICA VOYAGE

70 nights Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US 1/3/2027

from $13,599 pp

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41-DAY GRAND SOUTH AMERICA & ANTARCTICA VOYAGE

41 nights Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US 1/3/2027

from $8,999 pp

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Argentina to Spain Transatlantic

17 nights Buenos Aires 3/13/2027

from $2,480 pp

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MSC Grand Voyages

19 nights Santos (Sao Paulo), Brazil 3/14/2027

from $1,249 pp

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3 nights Santos (Sao Paulo), Brazil 3/14/2027

from $505 pp

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41-DAY INCA COAST DISCOVERY COLLECTORS' VOYAGE

41 nights Vancouver, B.C., CA 10/7/2027

from $7,389 pp

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36-DAY INCA COAST DISCOVERY COLLECTORS' VOYAGE

36 nights San Diego, California, US 10/12/2027

from $6,769 pp

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MSC Grand Voyages

19 nights Naples (Pompeii), Italy 10/28/2027

from $1,699 pp

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MSC Grand Voyages

18 nights Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy 10/29/2027

from $1,587 pp

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Portugal to Argentina Transatlantic

16 nights Barcelona 11/19/2027

from $1,444 pp

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15-Day Transatlantic from Lisbon to Buenos Aires: Brazil & Uruguay

15 nights Lisbon, Portugal 12/2/2027

from $1,679 pp

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16-Day South America from Buenos Aires to Santiago: Argentina & Chile

16 nights Buenos Aires, Argentina 12/17/2027

from $3,989 pp

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15-Day South America from Santiago to Buenos Aires: Argentina & Chile

15 nights Santiago (San Antonio), Chile 1/2/2028

from $3,069 pp

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66-DAY GRAND WORLD VOYAGE

66 nights Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US 1/4/2028

from $16,909 pp

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129-DAY GRAND WORLD VOYAGE

129 nights Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US 1/4/2028

from $30,009 pp

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15-Day South America from Buenos Aires to Santiago: Argentina & Falkland Islands

15 nights Buenos Aires, Argentina 1/17/2028

from $3,209 pp

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15-Day South America from Santiago to Buenos Aires: Argentina & Chile

15 nights Santiago (San Antonio), Chile 2/1/2028

from $3,189 pp

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15-Day South America from Buenos Aires to Santiago: Argentina & Falkland Islands

15 nights Buenos Aires, Argentina 2/16/2028

from $3,009 pp

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15-Day South America from Santiago to Buenos Aires: Argentina & Chile

15 nights Santiago (San Antonio), Chile 3/2/2028

from $3,389 pp

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32-DAY PANAMA CANAL, INCA & SOUTH AMERICA: CHILEAN FJORDS

32 nights Buenos Aires, Argentina 3/6/2028

from $7,469 pp

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