Sun-Drenched Pampas – Buenos Aires & Punta del Este

About this cruise

No complicated itinerary, no back-to-back transfers, just the ports, the ship, and the sea in between. This 9-night sailing from Rio de Janeiro on January 17, 2027 visits Buzios, Ilhabela, Balneario Camboriu, Punta del Este and Buenos Aires. You do all the exploring first, then the last few days are at sea. It's like a built-in wind-down. Crossing 3 borders through the South America: Brazil, Uruguay and Argentina. You'll notice the culture shift at every stop. Keep an eye out for Punta del Este: South America's glamorous Riviera. Around 10 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. MSC Splendida takes the food seriously, with 6 restaurants to choose from. 2 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. A January sailing is basically an excuse to chase the sun for a week or two. That's 9 nights well spent.