17 Night Cruise from Rio de Janeiro

About this cruise

17 nights starts to feel like a proper adventure. You leave Rio de Janeiro on April 8, 2027 and the route takes you through Recife, Mindelo and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, with additional stops along the Western Mediterranean at a pace where there's never any need to rush. You wind up in Barcelona, so it's worth planning a night or two there. You ease into this one, with a few sea days up front to find your rhythm before the 7 port calls start. 4 countries (Brazil, Cape Verde, Spain and Portugal) across the Western Mediterranean, each with its own character. Recife stands out. It's The Venice of Brazil, coral-reef capital. Around 9 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. At 114,147 gross tons, Costa Serena is big enough that you can find a quiet corner or a crowd, depending on your mood. The longer time on board means you'll catch several shows, themed nights, and start feeling like a regular at your favourite bar. Timing-wise, spring usually means comfortable temperatures and lower prices than peak season. All in all, it's a solid trip.