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Amazon River Expedition: A Cultural Cruise from Barbados to the Heart of Brazil

Ship: SH Vega   
Departure: Tuesday, October 5, 2027
Nights: 11 nights
Departs: Bridgetown
Returns: Belem
One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
11
Nights
Days at Sea
8
Sea Days
Ports
4
Ports
Countries Visted
3
Countries
  • Itinerary

    Amazon River Expedition: A Cultural Cruise from Barbados to the Heart of Brazil

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Tuesday, October 5, 2027 Bridgetown, Barbados Embark 12:00 AM
    View of Bridgetown, Barbados

    The city of Bridgetown is the capital and largest city of the island country of Barbados, a major tourist destination in the West Indies. The city has numerous attractions, landmarks, monuments, museums, and art galleries of an international standard. It is also a starting point for visiting many other popular cities on the island. Read more about Bridgetown, Barbados

    2 Wednesday, October 6, 2027 Bridgetown, Barbados 12:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Bridgetown, Barbados

    The city of Bridgetown is the capital and largest city of the island country of Barbados, a major tourist destination in the West Indies. The city has numerous attractions, landmarks, monuments, museums, and art galleries of an international standard. It is also a starting point for visiting many other popular cities on the island. Read more about Bridgetown, Barbados

    2 Wednesday, October 6, 2027 At Sea - Day At Sea
    3 Friday, October 8, 2027 Paramaribo, Suriname 7:00 PM 12:00 AM
    4 Saturday, October 9, 2027 Paramaribo, Suriname 12:00 AM 1:30 PM
    5 Sunday, October 10, 2027 Iles Du Salut
    6 Monday, October 11, 2027 At Sea - Day At Sea
    7 Tuesday, October 12, 2027 Macapa, Brazil 7:00 AM 8:00 AM
    View of Macapa, Brazil

    Macapa, Brazil, is a river port and capital of the territory of Amapa, lying on the northernmost and largest arm of the Amazon River delta, opposite the Marajo archipelago. The city lies exactly on the Equator, and the football stadium is the only one in the world where each half of the field is located in opposite hemispheres. Macapa retains some of the history of the region in its monuments. Read more about Macapa, Brazil

    7 Tuesday, October 12, 2027 Rio Cajari
    8 Wednesday, October 13, 2027 Gurupa
    8 Wednesday, October 13, 2027 Furo Do Cujuba
    9 Thursday, October 14, 2027 Afuá
    10 Friday, October 15, 2027 Cruising Breves Narrows
    11 Saturday, October 16, 2027 Belem, Brazil 8:00 AM Disembark
    View of Belem, Brazil

    The Brazilian city of Belem lies 100 km upriver from the Atlantic Ocean and is the entrance gate to the Amazon River. The newer part of the city has modern buildings and skyscrapers while the colonial portion retains the rich history as reflected in the charm of tree-filled squares, churches, and traditional blue tiles. Then there’s the restoration project that has changed the area of the old warehouses of the Para Docks Company into a modern complex of 18,000 square meters of urbanised area, with coffee bar services, various restaurants, stores, travel agencies, banks, as well as an auditorium and two memorials. Read more about Belem, Brazil

  • Ship

    SH Vega Overview

    SH Vega

    SH Vega – your boutique home away from home

    SH Vega is Swan Hellenic’s second expedition ship, designed to carry just 152 guests in a calm and spacious small-ship setting. Built to PC5 ice-class standards, she is purpose-built for exploring remote regions, from Antarctica and the Arctic to culturally rich coastlines across Europe, Africa and beyond.

    Her smaller size creates a more personal onboard atmosphere, where guests can enjoy a strong sense of space and connection to each destination. For Australian travellers, SH Vega offers a considered and immersive way to explore the world, where the focus remains on meaningful experiences, expert guidance and the quiet rewards of travelling further.

  • Cabins

    SH Vega Cabins

    PREMIUM SUITE

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    Cabin Types

    SU, PS

    Size: 44 m2, Sleeps up to 2. These Suites feature a superking bed and separate living room with and a soothing flame-effect fireplace a luxurious ensuite bathroom and a 12 sq.m. private balcony.

    SUITE

    SUITE

    SUITE on the SH Vega SUITE on the SH Vega

    Cabin Types

    BM5, BD6, BD5

    Size: 28 m2, Sleeps up to 2. Located at the center of the ship, these balcony staterooms feature 2 single beds or double bed bedroom with a living room area, a luxurious bathroom, and your own private 6m2 balcony.

    BALCONY

    BALCONY

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    Cabin Types

    OM4, OD4

    Size: 19 m2, Sleeps up to 2. Oceanview cabins feature 2 single beds, a bedroom and a living room, and a luxurious ensuite bathroom.

  • Deck Plans

    SH Vega Deck Plans

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    Swan Hellenic Inclusions

    Swan Hellenic Inclusions

    Expedition with Swan Hellenic and enjoy the below inclusions:
    • 24/7 room service and all onboard meals
    • Complimentary coffee, tea, soft drinks and select beer, wine, and spirits
    • Standard Wi-Fi and digital memory package
    • Enriching lectures, curated activities, and all expedition landings
    • One expert-led shore excursion per port
    • Yours to keep: dry bag, backpack, and refillable water bottle – plus expedition parka on select Polar voyages
    • Gratuities, port taxes & fees

    Terms & Conditions apply.

Cabin Availability

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BALCONY at the SH Vega

BALCONY

From $17675
SUITE at the SH Vega

SUITE

From $19425
PREMIUM SUITE at the SH Vega

PREMIUM SUITE

From $30950

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  • Amazon River Expedition: A Cultural Cruise from Barbados to the Heart of Brazil

    Cruiseline: Swan Hellenic Ship: SH Vega Departure: Tuesday, October 5, 2027 Nights: 11 nights Departs: Bridgetown Returns: Belem

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