MS MIDNATSOL SOUTH AMERICA
15-DAYS EXPEDITION VOYAGE
DEPARTURE: 09 October 2017
BOOKING CODE: CENMSWOR1704
For full information on prices and excursions, please see pages 262–263
EQUATOR FROM £ 2124pp Salvador BRAZIL Southbound
DISCOVER THE GREEN COAST OF BRAZIL
With over 7,000 miles of coastline, Brazil boasts some of the world’s most stunning tropical beaches and interesting cities. The mix of friendly people, samba music, culture, jaw-dropping nature and interesting lectures make this southbound adventure even more alluring. Landings and excursions to landmarks and the Amazon rainforest are an added bonus.
YOUR EXPEDITION DAY BY DAY
DAY 1: FORTALEZA This expedition starts in Fortaleza. Before leaving, you should experience Centro, the oldest part of town. This is a lively area to explore by day, with many busy streets full of small shops. If you’re hungry, you can sample typical Brazilian food in one of the barracas (rustic restaurants) next to the beach. If you are more interested in history and art, you should visit the old fortress built by the Dutch captain Matias Beck in 1649 and Fortaleza’s cathedral, the third-biggest church in Brazil.
DAY 2: AT SEA Enjoy the tropical temperatures on deck or lectures from the Expedition Team.
DAY 3: RECIFE If you like your cities gutsy, gritty and proud, this is the place for you! Recife is known as the ‘Brazilian Venice’ as several rivers divide the city into smaller islands, which are con- nected by more than 50 bridges. The old
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centre has several historical buildings, churches and cathedrals to visit. We off er an excursion to the remarkable city of Olinda, which was founded by the Portuguese in the 16 century and was rebuilt in the 18 century aft er it was looted by the Dutch. This UNESCO World Heritage Site features old houses, and more than 20 baroque churches, convents and smaller chapels that will leave a lasting impression. You can also enjoy exploring the historic city centre of Recife with its beautiful architecture and bustling market areas on your own.
DAY 4: AT SEA Today is perfect for birdwatching from the deck, attending lectures or simply relaxing with a good book.
DAY 5: SALVADOR Salvador is said to be a treat for your senses with its churches boasting gold-encrusted panels, the exotic and inviting scent and taste of the African-infl uenced food, and the sounds
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of the street vendors selling their wares to the background tune of roaring traff ic and distinctive Bahian music. The city is divided into upper and lower towns connected by an art deco elevator (Elevador Lacerda). The marketplace at the bottom of Elevador Lacerda is well known for its local art. The historic centre of Salvador, ‘The Pelourinho’, was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985 and is a famous example of the impressive Portuguese colonial architecture. The city also has an amazing amount of churches. Salvador was a signifi cant centre for the Atlantic slave trade between the 16th and 18th century. Today, nearly 80% of the city’s inhabitants have African roots and the infl uence of African culture can be seen in the city’s music and cuisine.
DAY 6: ILHÉUS We arrive in the relaxed town of Ilhéus, which off ers several attractions including a botanical garden, several museums and churches, a sloth recovery centre, old sugar mills, several
Ilhéus
Rio de Janeiro Paranaguá
URUGUA Y Rio Grande do Sul Montevideo Recife Fortaleza
Atlantic Ocean
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