South Atlantic Discovery – Rio, Buzios & Montevideo

About this cruise

There's a reason 9-night cruises are the most popular length. This one sails from Buenos Aires on February 17, 2026 and visits Rio de Janeiro, Buzios, Ilhabela, Itajai and Montevideo. It starts gently with sea days, so by the time you reach the first port you'll have explored the ship and actually feel on holiday. Colourful colonial towns, long coastlines, and steak that deserves its reputation. You get around 10 hours in each port, which is enough for an excursion, lunch, and some wandering around on your own. When you're not ashore, MSC Fantasia takes the food seriously, with 5 restaurants to choose from. 2 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. If you like having options (restaurants, bars, activities, entertainment), a big ship delivers that. Pro tip: fly in the day before. Buenos Aires has plenty to offer, and you'll board relaxed instead of rushed. While everyone else deals with the February cold, you'll be somewhere warmer. And floating. You'll probably start planning the next one before this one's even over.