Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town (South Africa)

22 nights sailing from Rio de Janeiro on cruise ship Insignia

Itinerary: Sailing from Rio de Janeiro, visiting Montevideo (Uruguay), Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Punta del Este (Uruguay), Tristan da Cunha, Walvis Bay (Namibia), Walvis Bay (Namibia), Lüderitz (Namibia), Cape Town (Sou
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Cruise Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town (South Africa)

22 nights sailing from Rio de Janeiro on cruise ship Insignia

from £4,882 Price per person

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Cruise Itinerary

Full Itinerary
Day 1 Rio de Janeiro Embarkation | Departure: 17:00H
Day 2-3 at sea
Day 4 Montevideo (Uruguay) Arrival time: 08:00H | Departure: 18:00H 10 hours in destination
Day 5 Buenos Aires Arrival time: 07:00H
Day 6 Buenos Aires Departure: 18:00H
Day 7 Punta del Este (Uruguay) Arrival time: 08:00H | Departure: 18:00H 10 hours in destination
Day 8-9-10-11-12 at sea
Day 13 Tristan da Cunha Arrival time: 08:00H | Departure: 17:00H 9 hours in destination
Day 14-15-16-17 at sea
Day 18 Walvis Bay (Namibia) Arrival time: 07:00H
Day 19 Walvis Bay (Namibia) Departure: 17:00H
Day 20 Lüderitz (Namibia) Arrival time: 09:00H | Departure: 19:00H 10 hours in destination
Day 21 at sea
Day 22 Cape Town (South Africa) Arrival time: 08:00H
Day 23 Cape Town (South Africa) Departure: 18:00H
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Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town (South Africa)

22 nights Cruise on Insignia. Sailing from Rio de Janeiro, visiting Montevideo (Uruguay), Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Punta del Este (Uruguay), Tristan da Cunha, Walvis Bay (Namibia), Walvis Bay (Namibia), Lüderitz (Namibia), Cape Town (South Africa), ending in Cape Town (South Africa).

Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town (South Africa) Cruise itinerary  - Oceania Cruises
Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town (South Africa) Cruise itinerary  - Oceania Cruises

Rio de Janeiro

The city sports world-class hotels, approximately 49.70 miles of beachland, is one of the most visited cities in the southern hemisphere and is known for its natural settings, carnival celebrations, samba, Bossa Nova, balneario beaches such as Barra da Tijuca, Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leblon. Some of the most famous landmarks in addition to the beaches include the giant statue of Christ the Redeemer ("Cristo Redentor") atop Corcovado mountain, named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World; Sugarloaf mountain (Pão de Açúcar) with its cable car; the Sambódromo, a permanent grandstand-lined parade avenue which is used during Carnival; and Maracanã Stadium, one of the world's largest football stadiums.

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Montevideo (Uruguay)

Located on the Atlantic coast in the south of the country, Montevideo is the capital and largest city in Uruguay. Montevideo is regarded as one of the safest cities in the world. Sunseekers are spoilt for choice with city boasting a wealth of stunning, golden beaches. The old town of Montevideo is home to many restaurants and bars and is the perfect place to find vibrant nightlife.

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Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires is the largest city of Argentina, and the second-largest metropolitan area in South America. It is located on the western shore of the estuary of the Rio de la Plata, on the southeastern coast of the South American continent. People from Buenos Aires are referred to as porteños (people of the port). Buenos Aires is a top tourist destination, and is known for its European-style architecture and rich cultural life, with the highest concentration of theatres in the world, with scores of theaters and productions.Strongly influenced by European culture, Buenos Aires is sometimes referred to as the "Paris of South America".Buenos Aires is the birthplace of the current Roman Pontiff, Pope Francis.

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Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires is the largest city of Argentina, and the second-largest metropolitan area in South America. It is located on the western shore of the estuary of the Rio de la Plata, on the southeastern coast of the South American continent. People from Buenos Aires are referred to as porteños (people of the port). Buenos Aires is a top tourist destination, and is known for its European-style architecture and rich cultural life, with the highest concentration of theatres in the world, with scores of theaters and productions.Strongly influenced by European culture, Buenos Aires is sometimes referred to as the "Paris of South America".Buenos Aires is the birthplace of the current Roman Pontiff, Pope Francis.

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Punta del Este (Uruguay)

Punta del Este is a city on the southern tip of Uruguay, located on the peninsula that closes the bay of Maldonado. It counts with excellent beaches, beautiful seaside mansions, tree-lined streets, chic boutiques and stylish people. Punta del Este has two coasts, one of them is quiet and calm, called mansa, and the other one is windy, with some lovely places to surf, called brava. Many famous beaches like La playa de los Dedos,which is near the center in Punta del Este, close to a surf spot, famous due to the sculpture of a giant hand emerging from the sand. In La Barra, the Bikini Beach is famous because of the models and famous people that visit.

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Tristan da Cunha

Tristan da Cunha is an archipelago formed by different islands, and is located in the Southern Atlantic. The access to the island is complicated, it is named in the Guiness Book of Records as the farest inhabited place in the world.

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Walvis Bay (Namibia)

Walvis Bay meaning "Whale Bay" is a city in Namibia and the name of the bay on which it lies The bay has been a haven for sea vessels because of its natural deepwater harbour, protected by the Pelican Point sand spit, being the only natural harbour of any size along the country's coast. Being rich in plankton and marine life, these waters also drew large numbers of whales, attracting whalers and fishing vessels. The harbour's value in relation to the sea route around the Cape of Good Hope. The town is situated just north of the Tropic of Capricorn in the Kuiseb River delta and lies at the end of the TransNamib Railway to Windhoek, and on the B2 road. Walvis Bay, with its large bay and sand dunes, is the tourism activity centre of Namibia. Other attractions include the artificial Bird Island, centre of a guano collection industry, the Dune 7 sand dune, salt works, birdlife and a museum. Kuisebmund Stadium, home to two clubs in the Namibia Premier League, is also located in the city and the beach resort of Langstrand lies just a few kilometres north. The Walvis Bay Export Processing Zone is an important facet of the local

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Walvis Bay (Namibia)

Walvis Bay meaning "Whale Bay" is a city in Namibia and the name of the bay on which it lies The bay has been a haven for sea vessels because of its natural deepwater harbour, protected by the Pelican Point sand spit, being the only natural harbour of any size along the country's coast. Being rich in plankton and marine life, these waters also drew large numbers of whales, attracting whalers and fishing vessels. The harbour's value in relation to the sea route around the Cape of Good Hope. The town is situated just north of the Tropic of Capricorn in the Kuiseb River delta and lies at the end of the TransNamib Railway to Windhoek, and on the B2 road. Walvis Bay, with its large bay and sand dunes, is the tourism activity centre of Namibia. Other attractions include the artificial Bird Island, centre of a guano collection industry, the Dune 7 sand dune, salt works, birdlife and a museum. Kuisebmund Stadium, home to two clubs in the Namibia Premier League, is also located in the city and the beach resort of Langstrand lies just a few kilometres north. The Walvis Bay Export Processing Zone is an important facet of the local

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Lüderitz (Namibia)

Travelling to Lüderitz is returning in time and living the colonial beauty of the south coast of Namibia. Waters populated by penguins, sharks and seals, a ghost town to explore and delicious seafood washed down with a local beer brewed in the purest German style ... Yes, the beautiful city of Luderitz, on the southern coast of Namibia, has a lot to offer.

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Cape Town (South Africa)

Cape Town is the second-most populated city in South Africa after Johannesburg. The city has several well-known natural features that attract tourists, most notably Table Mountain,which forms a large part of the Table Mountain National Park and is the back end of the City Bowl. Cape Point is recognised as the dramatic headland at the end of the Cape Peninsula.Many tourists also drive along Chapman's Peak Drive, a narrow road that links Noordhoek with Hout Bay, for the views of the Atlantic Ocean and nearby mountains. The city has several notable cultural attractions. The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, built on top of part of the docks of the Port.

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Cape Town (South Africa)

Cape Town is the second-most populated city in South Africa after Johannesburg. The city has several well-known natural features that attract tourists, most notably Table Mountain,which forms a large part of the Table Mountain National Park and is the back end of the City Bowl. Cape Point is recognised as the dramatic headland at the end of the Cape Peninsula.Many tourists also drive along Chapman's Peak Drive, a narrow road that links Noordhoek with Hout Bay, for the views of the Atlantic Ocean and nearby mountains. The city has several notable cultural attractions. The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, built on top of part of the docks of the Port.

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The ship: Insignia

Insignia - Oceania Cruises

Experience a luxury cruise with the finest service, the highest levels of food and service and attention to detail and perfect maintenance. A ship with charming décor, staterooms that are well equipped and spacious. This is a cruise of a lifetime offering the highest level of personal service available.

Insignia radiates her own unique warmth and character. Her distinctive personality shines through from the moment you first step into her newly redesigned, neo classical lobby or Toscana, resplendent in rich new fabrics and furnishings that reflect the charisma of Tuscany. Insignia boasts decks and verandas graced with the finest teak and exquisite custom stone and tile work. To ensure the elegance shines throughout the entire experience, there is all new Villeroy & Boch china, the finest silver and crystal, and a distinctive museum quality art collection that is an eclectic melding of traditional and contemporary, with a touch of whimsy.

Year renovated 2010
Beam 25 m.
Length 181 m.
Tonnage 30200 tn.
Occupancy 684
Crew 400
Ratio passenger / crew Premium 2:1
Ratio tonnage/passengers Excellent 44:1
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What's included onboard?

Free shuttle service from the ship to the city centre in many ports of call – a daily value of up to $50 per guest

Free dining at all specialty restaurants

Free and unlimited access to Canyon Ranch SpaClub private Spa Terrace (Concierge Level Staterooms and Suites only )

Unlimited soft drinks, bottled water, cappuccino, espresso, teas and juices

Room service 24 hours a day 

Accommodation in luxurious staterooms or suites

FREE Unlimited WiFi is included in your cruise fare; enjoy WiFi access throughout the entirety of the ship, including in all suites, staterooms, public rooms and outdoor decks; two free logins will be provided per suite or stateroom, each of which can be used on one device at a time; a login is provided for the first two devices per suite or stateroom; additional logins and upgrade packages are available for purchase on board. 

What's not included?

For your convenience the following gratuities are automatically added to your shipboard account; For guests occupying staterooms, gratuities of $180 per guest, per day will be added; For guests occupying Penthouse, Oceania, Vista or Owner's Suites where Butler Service is provided, gratuities of $23 per guest, per day will be added (please note these may be changed by the cruise line); In addition, an 20% service gratuity is automatically added to all beverage purchases, spa services and dinner at La Reserve. Naturally, guests may adjust gratuities while onboard the vessel at their sole discretion.

Each ship is equipped with limited medical facilities and staffed by international medical personnel; Customary Emergency Room fees and charges do apply for medical services and are dictated by the services performed by the ship's medical staff.

Personal expenses and purchases at the shops onboard are not included in the cruise price.

Also not included are shore excursions, meals ashore, baggage handling, gratuities, beverages not part of the regular menu, laundry service and other onboard amenities and services, including spa and medical treatments

Alcoholic drinks are not included; Wine, beer and spirits can be purchased at an incredible value with Oceania Cruises' beverage packages that enhance your onboard experience; Contact us to book your perfect beverage package.

It is recommended that all guests purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes Medical and Baggage Protection, as well as Trip Cancellation/Interruption Insurance to cover the full purchase price of the cruise, including air and/or land program costs.

Your benefits & more

  • Up to £500 OFF!
    Up to £500 OFF!

    Extra discounts Offer ends 31 May 2024. Discounts are applicable on selected sailings from May 2024 to March 2025. Discounts of up to £500 are applicable as follows: Cruises from £1,000 to £1,499 get £25 off. Cruises from £,1500 to £2,999 get £50 off. Cruises from £3,000 to £5,000 get £100 off. Cruises from £5,001 to £10,000 get £150 off. Cruises from £10,001 to £20,000 get £350 off. Cruises from £20,001 onwards get £500 off. For Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line and Celebrity Cruises, the Discount offer is applied to the cruise fare only (excluding port taxes and other extras). Some special highly reduced fares may be excluded from this offer. Some cruise lines are also excluded from this offer such as Fred Olsen or Virgin Voyages.

  • Pre-cruise Hotel Offer

    Includes one night of free pre-cruise hotel and hotel/port transfer. Applicable on reservations made until May 31 on a selection of cruises departing in 2024 and 2025.

    Not combinable with other discounts or promotions except with Simply MORE benefits. Subject to availability.

  • Simply More Benefits!

    Now with simply MORE™, enjoy Free Shore Excursions; Free Champagne, Wine and More; Free Gourmet Speciality Dining and Free Unlimited WiFi.

    simply MORE amenities are per stateroom, based on double occupancy and subject to change; except simply MORE amenities for single travelers who are booked in a Solo category, and are at the per guest rate. simply MORE free shore excursion credit varies by voyage and is up to US$1,600 per stateroom, except for Grand Voyages as amenity value varies according to voyage length and for single travelers booked in a Solo category as amenity is at the per-guest rate. simply MORE Champagne, Wine, and More amenity is the House Select beverage package and is valued up to US$2,800 per stateroom, except for Grand Voyages as amenity value varies according to voyage length and for single travelers booked in a Solo category as amenity is at the per-guest rate. simply MORE shore excursion credit has no cash value. Not all promotions are combinable.

  • Single Offer

    Up to 50% discount on the supplement for single occupancy. Applicable for bookings made until July 1st on select cruises departing until April 2025

    Promotion applicable only by selecting the "Individual Promo" rate. Not combinable with other discounts or promotions except with Simply MORE benefits. Subject to availability.

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