Circle South America Grand Voyage

Miami, a vibrant coastal city nestled in southeastern Florida, beckons with its sultry blend of tropical beauty, cultural diversity and sizzling nightlife.

Head to The Sanctum Spa while enjoying a sea day aboard Azamara Quest, enjoy treatment inspired by exotic cultures. The Living Room, relaxed and comfortable, is the perfect venue for guest speakers, a board game or meeting new friends. For dinner try some prime cuts in the speciality restaurant Prime C, this is included for suite guests.

Smallest of the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. John is only nine miles by three miles, and two-thirds of that area is national park. In colonial times almost the entire island was clear-cut to make room for sugar cane; now there is fervent support for protecting the new growth, much of it introduced. Hiking trails of all lengths and levels of difficulty traverse these acres, and lead through the ruins of plantations. The park also contains 5,650 acres of submerged land, with an abundance of coral gardens. Trunk Bay, one of the world’s most stunning beaches, offers a marked under-sea snorkeling trail so you know what you are looking at.

Nestled on the picturesque island of Saint Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Charlotte Amalie stands as a vibrant Caribbean jewel.

Philipsburg, the charming capital of Dutch Sint Maarten, unfolds along a pristine stretch of Caribbean coastline, enticing travellers with its fusion of European flair and tropical beauty.

Nestled on the picturesque shores of Antigua, St. John's welcomes visitors with its vibrant Caribbean charm and rich maritime history.

Tropical beaches with coral-rich waters, friendly locals and cheeky green monkeys characterise blissful Barbados.

Scarborough, the capital of Tobago in the Caribbean, welcomes visitors with a blend of rich history, vibrant culture and breathtaking natural beauty.

Head to The Sanctum Spa while enjoying a sea day aboard Azamara Quest, enjoy treatment inspired by exotic cultures. The Living Room, relaxed and comfortable, is the perfect venue for guest speakers, a board game or meeting new friends. For dinner try some prime cuts in the speciality restaurant Prime C, this is included for suite guests.

Head to The Sanctum Spa while enjoying a sea day aboard Azamara Quest, enjoy treatment inspired by exotic cultures. The Living Room, relaxed and comfortable, is the perfect venue for guest speakers, a board game or meeting new friends. For dinner try some prime cuts in the speciality restaurant Prime C, this is included for suite guests.

Belém, sometimes called Pará, city and port, capital of Pará estado (state), northern Brazil. It is situated on Guajará Bay, part of the vast Amazon River delta, near the mouth of the Guamá River, about 80 miles (130 km) up the Pará River from the Atlantic Ocean. Its climate is equatorial, with an average annual temperature of 80 °F (27 °C) and an annual rainfall of 86 inches (2,175 mm).

Head to The Sanctum Spa while enjoying a sea day aboard Azamara Quest, enjoy treatment inspired by exotic cultures. The Living Room, relaxed and comfortable, is the perfect venue for guest speakers, a board game or meeting new friends. For dinner try some prime cuts in the speciality restaurant Prime C, this is included for suite guests.

Named for the surrounding coastal recifes (reefs) offshore, Recife is perched on Brazil's northeast coast. The busy seaport is known as the "Venice of Brazil," thanks to its many waterways, bridges, and small islands. This exciting metropolis is a mix of new high-rises and old colonial structures, with plenty to see and even more to do. Stroll through the historic heart of the city, Recife Antigo, the 16th Experience the city's vibrant cultural, culinary and music scene, or one of its many impressive beaches, such as Porto de Galinhas, a top tourist destination. Or discover the charming town of nearby Olinda, a UNESCO World Heritage Site founded in 1530 by the Portuguese. Recife is also home to a fantastic carnival, but any time of year provides the opportunity to dance the energetic frevo.

Head to The Sanctum Spa while enjoying a sea day aboard Azamara Quest, enjoy treatment inspired by exotic cultures. The Living Room, relaxed and comfortable, is the perfect venue for guest speakers, a board game or meeting new friends. For dinner try some prime cuts in the speciality restaurant Prime C, this is included for suite guests.

Brazil’s first colonial capital, Salvador was the center of its sugar industry and slave trade. African rhythms became part of the fabric of the local culture, most interestingly in Capoeira, a mix of martial arts and dance, and Candomble, a religion of ritual and magic imported along with the slaves. Pelourinho, the historic center, is an architectural jewel, with an array of opulent churches – carved and embellished with an abundance of gold leaf. Much of the fine work was done by slaves, who once it was completed were not allowed inside. Thus they labored at night for a century to build a beautiful church for themselves – Our Lady of the Rosary.

Head to The Sanctum Spa while enjoying a sea day aboard Azamara Quest, enjoy treatment inspired by exotic cultures. The Living Room, relaxed and comfortable, is the perfect venue for guest speakers, a board game or meeting new friends. For dinner try some prime cuts in the speciality restaurant Prime C, this is included for suite guests.

Nestled along the scenic coastline of Brazil's Rio de Janeiro state, Búzios emerges as a captivating seaside retreat, renowned for its stunning beaches, charming cobblestone streets and vibrant cultural scene.

Hot all year round and with a tropical rainforest extending down to the sea, it’s easy to understand why Rio de Janeiro is known as “Cidade Maravihosa” (“The Marvellous City”).

Trapped in a 300-year time warp, the entirety of this former gold rush town has been named a national historic monument. Its delightful Portuguese colonial architecture remains undisturbed, and nothing spoils the mood, not even traffic, as no cars are allowed in the old town center. In the 17th century it was one of the busiest and most important harbors on Brazil’s Atlantic coast, exporting gold from the interior. Follow the gold trail into the hinterlands in a 4WD, or tour a sugar estate and Cachaça distillery, where they brew up the strong sugar cane liquor that is the key ingredient in the national cocktail, the Caipirinha.

This “beautiful island” lives up to its name, and today belies its once lurid reputation as a hideout of smugglers and pirates. Where once failed coffee plantations replaced lush vegetation, the land has been reclaimed, and state park trails provide access to a luscious green jungle, with numerous waterfalls where you can stop for a swim along the way. Divers will find great opportunities on some of the many shipwrecks off the coast. And when you work up an appetite there is nothing better than shrimp right off the boat, accompanied by Brazil’s national cocktail, the Caipirinha.

A nearly 500-year old city, São Paulo has grown to become Brazil’s largest metropolis, and is ranked among the most populous cities in the world. Vibrant and bursting at the seams with life, São Paulo is a dream destination for those who love an atmosphere where anything feels possible. Sampa, as the locals call it, is well known as a city that never sleeps. This round-the-clock lifestyle gives it a kinetic energy that is certain to captivate you, and with Azamara®’s late stays in port, you’ll have ample opportunity to immerse yourself in every exciting moment. Start with a visit to the Museu de Arte de São Paulo—Sampa’s largest and most impressive museum, which contains the most comprehensive collection of Western art in all of Latin America. If you’re in the mood for shopping, visit the Shopping Iguatemi—a luxurious shopping mall where you can browse all of Brazil’s favorite brand names. If you’d rather a more artisanal experience, head to the Feira da Republica. This open-air market is perfect for a stroll while checking out authentic local handicrafts and paintings.

Head to The Sanctum Spa while enjoying a sea day aboard Azamara Quest, enjoy treatment inspired by exotic cultures. The Living Room, relaxed and comfortable, is the perfect venue for guest speakers, a board game or meeting new friends. For dinner try some prime cuts in the speciality restaurant Prime C, this is included for suite guests.

Founded as a Spanish citadel in the eighteenth century, Montevideo has grown into a bold, intellectual and cosmopolitan city.

Buenos Aires, the vibrant capital of Argentina, dances to the rhythm of tango and pulses with cultural energy.

Founded as a Spanish citadel in the eighteenth century, Montevideo has grown into a bold, intellectual and cosmopolitan city.

Known as the Saint-Tropez of Latin America Punta del Este is a favorite summer playground of the rich and famous of southernmost South America, with a pristine 20-mile shoreline offering two distinctly different types of beaches. Big waves beckon surfers at la Brava, while calmer waters create ideal conditions for sailing or just plain relaxing at La Mansa.

Head to The Sanctum Spa while enjoying a sea day aboard Azamara Quest, enjoy treatment inspired by exotic cultures. The Living Room, relaxed and comfortable, is the perfect venue for guest speakers, a board game or meeting new friends. For dinner try some prime cuts in the speciality restaurant Prime C, this is included for suite guests.

Perched on the windswept shores of the Falkland Islands, Stanley beckons with its remote charm and rugged beauty.

Head to The Sanctum Spa while enjoying a sea day aboard Azamara Quest, enjoy treatment inspired by exotic cultures. The Living Room, relaxed and comfortable, is the perfect venue for guest speakers, a board game or meeting new friends. For dinner try some prime cuts in the speciality restaurant Prime C, this is included for suite guests.

Head to The Sanctum Spa while enjoying a sea day aboard Azamara Quest, enjoy treatment inspired by exotic cultures. The Living Room, relaxed and comfortable, is the perfect venue for guest speakers, a board game or meeting new friends. For dinner try some prime cuts in the speciality restaurant Prime C, this is included for suite guests.

Head to The Sanctum Spa while enjoying a sea day aboard Azamara Quest, enjoy treatment inspired by exotic cultures. The Living Room, relaxed and comfortable, is the perfect venue for guest speakers, a board game or meeting new friends. For dinner try some prime cuts in the speciality restaurant Prime C, this is included for suite guests.

Nestled at the southernmost tip of Argentina, Ushuaia stands as the gateway to the wild and untamed landscapes of Tierra del Fuego.

Perched on the western side of the Strait of Magellan, Punta Arenas has long been a European trading point and is now the most commercially crucial city in Patagonian Chile. A relaxed, diverse city rich with vibrant pioneering history, this welcoming port is equally popular as a gateway for adventures to Antarctica.

The southern coast of Chile in South America has a glorious collection of fjords, rivalling any you’ll see in Scandinavia.

South of Puerto Montt, surrounded by majestic fjords, Puerto Chacabuco looks more like Norway than Northwest Patagonia. The town’s history as an important fishing village still holds true today. And with a population of just 1,200, Azamara® guests can expect a truly immersive experience on shore. Plunging waterfalls. Fathomless gorges. Dramatic coastlines. Puerto Chacabuco is your gateway to some of Chile’s most stunning natural wonders. Don’t miss the Río Simpson National Preserve: a protected park that boasts all three; plus, some of the best fly fishing in the world. A visit to Aiken del Sur Private Park promises the same, with an enchanting opportunity to get back to nature at serene Lake Riesco.

Puerto Montt is an urban oasis surrounded by the breathtaking volcanoes, glacial lakes, and parks for which the Chilean Lake District is known. As the region’s commercial hub, Puerto Montt offers the perfect blend of shopping, sightseeing, and history that elevates any South American cruise itinerary. Start with a trip to the Angelmo Harbor Market to enjoy the ocean breeze and peruse stalls selling everything from freshly caught fish to rainbow-hued alpaca wool goods sure to keep you warm during those chilly days at sea. For a taste of local flavor, try cancato—a famous Chilean favorite dish made of fish, chorizo, tomato, and cheese. After your meal, take a boat across the Tenglo Channel to Tenglo Island, where you’ll be treated to fantastic views of Osorno—a snow-capped volcano known as one of the most active in all of the southern Chilean Andes.

Head to The Sanctum Spa while enjoying a sea day aboard Azamara Quest, enjoy treatment inspired by exotic cultures. The Living Room, relaxed and comfortable, is the perfect venue for guest speakers, a board game or meeting new friends. For dinner try some prime cuts in the speciality restaurant Prime C, this is included for suite guests.

One of the busiest ports on the western coast of South America, the port of San Antonio is the gateway to Chile’s energetic capital city of Santiago. Famous for its ski resorts and cobblestoned plazas, Santiago is Chile’s cultural and political center nestled at the foot of the Andes in the Maipo River Valley. With a temperate Mediterranean climate and rich volcanic earth, the area is also emerging as a leading wine-growing region.

On the edge of two distinct and diverse worlds, the seaside city of Coquimbo and nearby La Serena lie sandwiched between Chile’s fertile central valley and the arid Atacama Desert—and they’re everything you could wish for from a day in port. Whether you’re an avid history buff, a voracious foodie, or an active outdoor adventurer, you can do it all (or just a little, you are on vacation) with Azamara®.

Head to The Sanctum Spa while enjoying a sea day aboard Azamara Quest, enjoy treatment inspired by exotic cultures. The Living Room, relaxed and comfortable, is the perfect venue for guest speakers, a board game or meeting new friends. For dinner try some prime cuts in the speciality restaurant Prime C, this is included for suite guests.

Nestled between the vast desert and a coastline of white sand, you’ll find Iquique, Chile. Meaning Peaceful Place of Rest, Iquique is the capital of the Tarapacá Region, and a true paradise on the Pacific—with everyone from surfers to shoppers flocking to its charming shores. Iquique’s vibrancy shines at every turn, from its unique wooden sidewalks to Playa Cavancha— a stunning sandy beach that feels as though it could go on forever. Take a stroll from the sand down Baquedano Street—taking time to stop in the picturesque shops before grabbing a bite to eat (and a legendary Chilean coffee) on one of the many patios.

Locally, Arica is known as a surfing haven. With its year-round warm, sunny climate and beaches located steps from the town center, Arica is ideal for experienced surfers or those just learning to catch a wave. More than 20km of beaches mean there are plenty of places to soak up the sun, enjoy a refreshing dip, or hang 10.

Head to The Sanctum Spa while enjoying a sea day aboard Azamara Quest, enjoy treatment inspired by exotic cultures. The Living Room, relaxed and comfortable, is the perfect venue for guest speakers, a board game or meeting new friends. For dinner try some prime cuts in the speciality restaurant Prime C, this is included for suite guests.

The colourful capital of Peru, Lima has long been renowned for its rich history.

Head to The Sanctum Spa while enjoying a sea day aboard Azamara Quest, enjoy treatment inspired by exotic cultures. The Living Room, relaxed and comfortable, is the perfect venue for guest speakers, a board game or meeting new friends. For dinner try some prime cuts in the speciality restaurant Prime C, this is included for suite guests.

Founded in 1519 by the Spanish conquistadors, Panama City is now one of the most cosmopolitan cities in Central America and home to incredible architectural and ethnic diversity. This diversity is reflected in the variety of culinary styles and Panamanian dishes, which are a unique blend of Spanish, African and Native American cuisine. When not dining at one of the city’s many renowned restaurants, be sure to visit the neighborhood of Casco Viejo, the historic heart of Panama City, and the Calle Uruguay district for its vibrant nightlife; hike through acres and acres national parks and the rainforest at Parque Natural Metropolitano, located just minutes from downtown; and of course, a trip to the Miraflores locks to watch huge ships travel along the iconic Panama Canal. And with both the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Panama Canal and the opening of the second canal locks in 2014, there’s no better time to visit.

Head to The Sanctum Spa while enjoying a sea day aboard Azamara Quest, enjoy treatment inspired by exotic cultures. The Living Room, relaxed and comfortable, is the perfect venue for guest speakers, a board game or meeting new friends. For dinner try some prime cuts in the speciality restaurant Prime C, this is included for suite guests.

On Colombia’s Caribbean-facing coast, Cartagena is a handsome and historic city, with distinctive Colonial architecture dating back to the sixteenth century.

Santa Marta is a city on the Caribbean Sea in the northern Colombian department of Magdalena. A busy port, it was also the first Spanish settlement in Colombia. It's the gateway for trips into the Tayrona National Natural Park, and for multiday guided treks to the Lost City (Teyuna) archaeological site in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountains.

Welcome to Oranjestad, the vibrant capital city of Aruba, where Dutch colonial architecture meets Caribbean flair.

The ‘B’ of the ABC Islands, Bonaire, and its tropical capital Kralendijk, is a haven for those looking to explore the world beneath the waves. Located in the Caribbean Netherlands, Bonaire is considered one of the best diving destinations in the world thanks to its national park designated reef lined coast. Take a water taxi to the uninhabited Klein Bonaire or the Bonaire National Marine Park for dozens of dive sites, many of which are reachable from shore. Head to Sorobon Beach and Lac Bay for windsurfing—Bonaire is also a world-renowned destination for this thrilling sport. And if you love pink flamingos, then a visit to Washington Slagbaai National Park should be high on your to-do list as thousands of them flock there every year. (In fact, Bonaire’s airport is called Flamingo International Airport.)

Willemstad, the vibrant capital of Curaçao, is a Caribbean jewel that blends Dutch colonial heritage with tropical flair.

Head to The Sanctum Spa while enjoying a sea day aboard Azamara Quest, enjoy treatment inspired by exotic cultures. The Living Room, relaxed and comfortable, is the perfect venue for guest speakers, a board game or meeting new friends. For dinner try some prime cuts in the speciality restaurant Prime C, this is included for suite guests.

Head to The Sanctum Spa while enjoying a sea day aboard Azamara Quest, enjoy treatment inspired by exotic cultures. The Living Room, relaxed and comfortable, is the perfect venue for guest speakers, a board game or meeting new friends. For dinner try some prime cuts in the speciality restaurant Prime C, this is included for suite guests.

Miami, a vibrant coastal city nestled in southeastern Florida, beckons with its sultry blend of tropical beauty, cultural diversity and sizzling nightlife.