*Visa Free* - MSC Fantasia with Rio de Janeiro & Copacabana & Brazil & Argentina & Uruguay & Iguazu Falls - New Year 2025

Day 1 Istanbul Airport – Buenos Aires - (25.12.2025) We will meet in front of the Turkish Airlines check-in counter at the international departure terminal of Istanbul Airport at 07:00 in the morning. After completing check-in and passport procedures, we will fly to Buenos Aires on Turkish Airlines flight TK15 at 10:05. Arriving in Buenos Aires at 22:25 local time, our private transfer will meet us at the airport to take us to our hotel. After check-in, we will settle into our rooms and enjoy free time. Overnight at our Buenos Aires hotel. Day 2 Buenos Aires (Embarkation) - (26.12.2025) After breakfast, we will check out from the hotel. Our private vehicle will transfer us to the port where our ship is docked. After embarkation and cabin assignments, we will have free time. Guests interested can join the optional "Delta & Tigre Tour" organized by our guide. During this tour, you will see the residential areas along the Río de la Plata, visit the home of former Argentine President Carlos Menem known as El Turco, enjoy a boat cruise on the river, and explore some of Buenos Aires' most beautiful outskirts. After the tour, return to the ship. The ship will depart from the port at 18:00. Dinner and overnight on board. Day 3 Sailing the Sea - (27.12.2025) This day at sea offers many options. Guests can enjoy the outdoor and indoor pools, hot tubs, and sunbathing areas. Shopping at the duty-free shops, trying their luck in the casino, or enjoying various music and entertainment performances at numerous bars are available. A variety of dining options will also be offered throughout the day. Day 4 Sailing the Sea - (28.12.2025) This day at sea offers the same variety of activities. Guests can relax in pools, take in the views from the sun decks, shop duty-free, try their luck in the casino, or enjoy entertainment at different bars. Multiple dining options will be available all day. Day 5 Ilhabela - (29.12.2025) The ship will dock at Ilhabela port at 09:00 am. After breakfast, guests are free for shopping and personal activities. Those interested can join the optional "Ilhabela Tour" organized by our guide. Ilhabela, located in northeastern Brazil, is a tropical paradise known for its stunning beaches and natural beauty. The island, meaning "Beautiful Island," also boasts a rich cultural heritage with historic buildings, local museums, and vibrant markets. The tour will include visits to the Igreja Matriz church, the Forte de São Sebastião ruins, and the town center called Vila, with its charming stone houses and cafes. The island is famous for its fresh seafood and Brazilian cuisine, including tropical fruit cocktails. The ship departs at 19:00. Dinner and overnight on board. Day 6 Buzios - (30.12.2025) The ship will dock at Buzios port at 09:00 am. After breakfast, guests are free for shopping and personal exploration. Those interested can join the optional "Buzios Tour." Buzios, in the Rio de Janeiro state, is a famous resort known for its natural beauty and lively atmosphere. The tour will include a walk along the Orla Bardot, where you can see local artworks and enjoy panoramic views of the sea, taking photos and creating lasting memories. The ship will depart at 19:00. Dinner and overnight on board. Day 7 Copacabana / Rio de Janeiro (New Year’s Eve) - (31.12.2025) The ship will arrive at Rio de Janeiro port at 08:00 am. After breakfast, guests can enjoy shopping and free time. Those who wish can join the optional "Corcovado & Sugar Loaf Tour." During the tour, you will see the Christ the Redeemer statue, ride the monorail to the Corcovado Mountain, and enjoy breathtaking views of Rio. Then, take the cable car to Sugar Loaf Mountain for stunning city views. After the tour, return to the ship. The ship departs at 18:00 and heads to Copacabana. At 21:00, the ship will dock at Copacabana harbor. After a Gala Dinner on board, a spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration awaits you on the iconic Copacabana Beach, where approximately 2 million people gather. The 6.5 km long beach fills with festivities, music, dancing in white outfits, fireworks at midnight, and floating candles and flowers for Mami Wata, the sea goddess. A night to remember! Day 8 Copacabana – Ilha Grande - (01.01.2026) After New Year’s celebrations, the ship departs from the port at 02:00 am heading to Ilha Grande. The ship arrives at Ilha Grande at 08:00 am. After breakfast, guests are free for shopping and personal activities. Those interested can join the optional "Blue Lagoon Boat Tour." In this unforgettable cruise, you will take a sailboat trip to the pristine Blue Lagoon, anchored between two coral islands, with crystal-clear waters full of colorful fish and coral reefs. Remember to bring a mask and snorkel for this snorkeling adventure. The tour also includes stops at the historic Freguesia de Santana Beach and Japariz Beach with shops, bars, and restaurants. The ship departs at 17:00. Dinner and overnight on board. Day 9 Itajaí / Santa Catarina - (02.01.2026) The ship will dock at Santa Catarina's port at 12:00 pm. After breakfast, guests are free for shopping and personal time. Those interested can join the optional "Santa Catarina (Balneário Camboriú) Tour." Balneário Camboriú is known for its lively beaches, modern infrastructure, and vibrant nightlife. The tour will include visits along Av. Brasil, Barra Sul, and the famous Atlantic Avenue with its seaside bars and restaurants. The ship departs at 19:00. Dinner and overnight on board. Day 10 Sailing the Sea - (03.01.2026) The day at sea offers relaxing options including pools, hot tubs, shopping, entertainment, and a variety of dining options. Day 11 Montevideo - (04.01.2026) The ship will dock at Montevideo at 08:00 am. After breakfast, guests may join the optional "Montevideo Tour." This tour explores the historic city center, Ciudad Vieja, with its narrow streets, historic buildings, art galleries, and the Artigas Monument at Plaza Independencia. The tour includes visits to the Solis Theater, Palacio Estévez, and scenic viewpoints. Return to the ship, which leaves at 16:00. Dinner and overnight on board. Day 12 Buenos Aires - Iguazu - (05.01.2026) The ship arrives at Buenos Aires at 08:00 am. After breakfast, guests disembark and are transferred to the airport to fly to Iguazu with local airlines. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel for check-in and free time. Those interested can join the optional "Raffa Inn & Show (Dinner included)" to enjoy folkloric dances from five Latin American countries. Overnight at Iguazu hotel. Day 13 Iguazu - (06.01.2026) Morning free for shopping and personal activities. Guests can opt for the "Iguazu Falls Tour" which includes a visit to the breathtaking Iguazu Falls on the Argentine side, with a walk along the trail and the Devil’s Throat viewpoint. Return to the hotel for overnight. Day 14 Iguazu – Buenos Aires - (07.01.2026) After breakfast, transfer to the airport for the flight back to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival, guests can join the optional "Boat Tour of the Devil’s Throat & Bird Park." The boat will take you under the waterfalls at the Devil's Throat, experiencing the power of the falls. Visit the Bird Park and see a variety of tropical birds up close. Transfer to the hotel for check-in. In the evening, optional "Gala Tango Dinner" to enjoy an authentic tango show at one of the best tango venues in the city. Return to the hotel afterward for overnight. Day 15 Buenos Aires - (08.01.2026) The ship arrives in Buenos Aires at 09:00 am. After breakfast, disembarkation and transfer to the airport via private vehicle. Optional city tour of Buenos Aires offering visits to Recoleta Cemetery, known for Eva Perón’s tomb, the Cathedral, and the Teatro Colón. Departure on Turkish Airlines flight TK16 at 23:55 to Istanbul with overnight in flight. Day 16 Istanbul Airport - (09.01.2026) Arrive at Istanbul Airport at 22:35 local time. End of our tour.