Rio de Janeiro to Rotterdam

22 nights sailing from Rio de Janeiro on cruise ship Costa Diadema

Itinerary: Sailing from Rio de Janeiro, visiting Salvador Bahia (Brazil), Maceio (Brazil), Praia da Vitoria (Azores), Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Funchal (Madeira), Cadiz (Spain), Lisbon, Lisbon, Vigo (Spain), Le Havre (Franc
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Cruise Rio de Janeiro to Rotterdam

22 nights sailing from Rio de Janeiro on cruise ship Costa Diadema

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Cruise Itinerary

Full Itinerary
Day 1 Rio de Janeiro Embarkation | Departure: 18:00H
Day 3 Salvador Bahia (Brazil) Arrival time: 14:00H | Departure: 20:00H 6 hours in destination
Day 4 Maceio (Brazil) Arrival time: 14:00H | Departure: 20:00H 6 hours in destination
Day 10 Praia da Vitoria (Azores) Arrival time: 08:00H | Departure: 18:00H 10 hours in destination
Day 13 Santa Cruz de Tenerife Arrival time: 08:00H | Departure: 16:00H 8 hours in destination
Day 14 Funchal (Madeira) Arrival time: 09:00H | Departure: 17:00H 8 hours in destination
Day 16 Cadiz (Spain) Arrival time: 07:00H | Departure: 16:30H 9 hours in destination
Day 17 Lisbon Arrival time: 10:00H
Day 18 Lisbon Departure: 13:00H
Day 19 Vigo (Spain) Arrival time: 08:00H | Departure: 16:00H 8 hours in destination
Day 21 Le Havre (France) Arrival time: 10:00H | Departure: 21:30H 11 hours in destination
Day 22 Southampton Arrival time: 06:00H | Departure: 18:00H 12 hours in destination
Day 23 Rotterdam Arrival time: 14:00H
Rio de Janeiro to Rotterdam Cruise itinerary  - Costa Cruises

Rio de Janeiro to Rotterdam

22 nights Cruise on Costa Diadema. Sailing from Rio de Janeiro, visiting Salvador Bahia (Brazil), Maceio (Brazil), Praia da Vitoria (Azores), Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Funchal (Madeira), Cadiz (Spain), Lisbon, Lisbon, Vigo (Spain), Le Havre (France), Southampton, ending in Rotterdam.

Rio de Janeiro to Rotterdam Cruise itinerary  - Costa Cruises
Rio de Janeiro to Rotterdam Cruise itinerary  - Costa 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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Salvador Bahia (Brazil)

Salvador is also known as Brazil's capital of happiness due to its countless popular outdoor parties, including its street carnival. The first colonial capital of Brazil, the city is one of the oldest in the Americas. The city of Salvador is notable in Brazil for its cuisine, music and architecture, and its metropolitan area is the wealthiest in Brazil's Northeast. The African influence in many cultural aspects of the city makes it the centre of Afro-Brazilian culture. The Salvador coastline is one of the longest for cities in Brazil. There are 80 km (50 mi) of beaches distributed between the High City and the Low City, from Inema, in the railroad suburb to the Praia do Flamengo, on the other side of town. While the Low City beaches are bordered by the waters of the All Saints Bay (the country's most extensive bay), the High City beaches, from Farol da Barra to Flamengo, are bordered by the Atlantic Ocean. The exception is Porto da Barra Beach, the only High City beach located in the All Saints Bay.

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Maceio (Brazil)

Located between Mundaú Lake and the Atlantic Ocean, Maceio is the capital and largest city of Brazils Alagoas state. Known for its stunning white sand beaches, natural pools, reefs and coconut plantations its has become a popular tourst destination in recent years with its beachside resorts, bars and restaurants contrasting with the areas natural beauty.

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Praia da Vitoria (Azores)

This unspoilt and wild island is the third largest island in the Azores archipelago. With many picturesque towns, churches, springs, caverns, lakes and pastures, it brings peace to anyone that has the privilege to visit. Praia da Vitoria, with a sheltered natural harbour and a modern marina, was named after the Battle of Praia Bay when the Miguelists were defeated on the beach by Portuguese loyalist troops in 1829.Visit the naturally formed volcanic caves (Algar do Carvão and Gruta do Natal) on the interior of the island. There are many natural rock pools in place of beaches of coastal towns. Visit Biscoitos and enjoy swimming between lava rocks.Visit in Angra do Heroismo, a medieval Castle (Castelo de São João Batista) where great batlles were fought, between the portuguese and the spanish.

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Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife port of fishing, commercial, passenger and sports in the Santa Cruz de Tenerife, located in the Atlantic Ocean. Next to this port is the famous building of the Auditorio de Tenerife. It has a significant relevance in two categories: Cruise Passengers and in Fresh Fish caught. Due to the importance of interinsular maritime transport, it also holds a dominant position in Passenger Transport. Some of the world's largest ocean liners have stopped in the Port. The proximity of two international airports backs up its position as base for cruises.

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Funchal (Madeira)

The city´s name comes from the abundance of fennel (funcho) found on the island. It was an important shipping center during the 15th-17th centuries. It is one of the most beautiful cities in Portugal. It is a modern, cosmopolitan, rejuvenated city, well known for its many top class restaurants, stunning new 4 & 5 star hotels and warm climate all year round. The city itself is nestled in a great natural amphitheatre, facing the blue Atlantic with a backdrop of dramatic mountains. It is located in the stunning south of Madeira, on it’s sunniest coast amidst banana plantations and wonderful gardens. Funchal has also for many years been one of the Atlantic Cruise-ship’s main ports of call, with the Liner harbour right in the middle of the town. Once ashore, the cafés, restaurants and history that mark this famed capital are just a stroll away. Tourists in Funchal can also enjoy activities such as diving in the crystal-clear waters, surfing the waves, taking day excursions along the coast and through the eucalyptus smelling mountain woods.

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Cadiz (Spain)

Cadiz is a city and port in southwestern Spain. The older part of Cadiz within the remnants of the city walls is commonly referred to as the Old Town It is characterized by the antiquity of its various quarters, among them El Pópulo, La Viña, and Santa María, which present a marked contrast to the newer areas of town. While the Old City's street plan consists of narrow winding alleys connecting large plazas, newer areas of Cadiz typically have wide avenues and more modern buildings. In addition, the city is dotted with numerous parks where exotic plants flourish, including giant trees supposedly brought to Spain by Columbus from the New World. Cadiz, situated on a peninsula, is home to some of Spain's most beautiful beaches. La Playa de la Caleta is the best-loved beach of Cadiz. It has always been in Carnival songs, due to its unequalled beauty and its proximity to the Barrio de la Viña. It is the beach of the Old City, situated between two castles, San Sebastian and Santa Catalina. La Caleta and the boulevard show a lot of resemblance to parts of Havana, the capital city of Cuba,

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Lisbon

The city of Lisbon is rich in architecture; Romanesque, Gothic, Manueline, Baroque, Modern and Postmodern constructions can be found all over Lisbon. The city is also crossed by historical boulevards and monuments along the main thoroughfares, particularly in the upper districts. There are several substantial museums one can visit in the city. In addition, the mosaic Portuguese Pavement was born in Lisbon, in the mid-1800s. The art has since spread to the rest of the Portuguese Speaking world. The city remains one of the most expansive examples of the technique, nearly all walkways and even many streets being created and maintained in this style.

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Lisbon

The city of Lisbon is rich in architecture; Romanesque, Gothic, Manueline, Baroque, Modern and Postmodern constructions can be found all over Lisbon. The city is also crossed by historical boulevards and monuments along the main thoroughfares, particularly in the upper districts. There are several substantial museums one can visit in the city. In addition, the mosaic Portuguese Pavement was born in Lisbon, in the mid-1800s. The art has since spread to the rest of the Portuguese Speaking world. The city remains one of the most expansive examples of the technique, nearly all walkways and even many streets being created and maintained in this style.

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Vigo (Spain)

Vigo is a city and municipality situated in north-west Spain, in the Spanish autonomous community of Galicia, and on the ria, or bay, of the same name, on the Atlantic Ocean.It is located in the south-west of Galicia, in the southern part of the Vigo Bay. Vigo is not only one of the major industrial and economic cities in Galicia, but it is also one of the more important Roman centers of Pontevedra. Although within the city one will not find much Romanesque architecture, it can be seen a few miles away from the city center. In many of the municipality's neighborhoods and parishes a large number of Roman ruins remain. Such is the importance of the Roman remains in Vigo that many Spanish authors have come to coin the term Romanesque Vigo. Vigo retains three of the most important examples of Romanesque churches in southern Galicia:

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Le Havre (France)

Is the gateway to Paris and Normandy. In Normandy you can visit the beach or relive historical moments like the landing of Normandy. In 2005, UNESCO named the reconsturcted center World Heritage, for beeing an exceptional example of the architecture and urban design after the war. And if you prefer, you can spend the day in the romantic Paris.

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Southampton

Southampton offers a perfect port for the best cruise ships that sail from the UK due to its size, design and great organization. It's also an ideal port for all those ships visiting the UK. Southampton offers various parking options around the area if needed and also a wide range of hotels if you need a pre-cruise stay before sailing. See our amazing cruise deals sailing from Southampton. Please contact us if you need information about Southampton's cruise terminals.

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Rotterdam

Rotterdam is located about a half-hour away from The Hague and an hour from Amsterdam, and has the largest port in Europe, with the rivers Meuse and Rhine providing excellent access to Basel, Switzerland and into France. This city is known for its Erasmus University and the cutting-edge architecture as the large congress and concert building called De Doelen, many well known museums. Rotterdam has its own orchestra, the Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra with its world famous musical director Valery Gergiev, plus many theatres that includes the new Luxor theatre and movie theatres. Rotterdam has also a lively cultural life (the Ahoy complex located in the south of the city hosts pop concerts and all sorts of music, poetry and cinema festivals, exhibitions, tennis tournaments and other activities). Northwest of Rotterdam you will find the major zoo called Diegaarde Blijdorp complete with a walkthrough sea aquarium called Oceanjum.

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The ship: Costa Diadema

This ship offers 8 restaurants, including the Club Restaurant, the Archipelago Restaurant, the Teppanyaki Restaurant and the Pizzeria Pummid’Oro among others. 11 bars and Lounges, 3 pools, including one with a retractable roof, multisport pitch, outdoor jogging track, 4D Cinema, three-storey theatre, casino, disco, country rock club, two-storey games area with laser games, grand prix simulator, pool deck with retractable glass roof and giant screen, internet point, library, shop gallery, skuok club and baby pool. 

The name (Italian for tiara) says it all. Costa Diadema offers complete, innovative and surprising experiences. Enchanting you with its many different styles, all coexisting in harmony. Surrounding you with the majestic and refined elegance of its different environments and atmospheres, captivating you with a wide range of attractions for you to experience, from an endless selection of food, with flavours from around the world for you to enjoy, to the most spectacular Samsara Spa for maximum pleasure and well-being with 7800 m2 on four floors, gym, spa, thalassotherapy pool, treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, UVA solarium

Inaugurated 2014
Beam 37,2 m.
Length 306 m.
Tonnage 132500 tn.
Occupancy 4947
Crew 1253
Ratio passenger / crew Standard 4:1
Ratio tonnage/passengers Good 27:1
Number of decks 19
Number of staterooms 1862
Number of interior staterooms 587
Number of staterooms with balcony 756
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What's included onboard?

A world of entertainment activities: games, competitions, treasure hunts, tournaments, parties, karaoke, theme evenings; Children entertainment: Squok and Teen Clubs divided by age group: Mini Club (ages 3-6 years), Maxi Club (ages 7-11), Teen Club Junior (ages 12-14), Teen Club (ages 15-17); Music shows, cabaret and talent shows in the theatre, dance and parties every night plus Disco.

All Costa cruises include all meals as standard; Breakfast, lunch and dinner are available in either the buffet or main dining room which are included in the cruise fare.

You always enjoy full board on board Costa; The full board includes coffee in the morning, breakfast, lunch, dinner, afternoon tea and buffets; Meals by the pool and mouthwatering dinners at the restaurant; every evening you have the choice of a relaxed bite to eat at the buffet, or a more traditional dinner in the main restaurant.

All cabins have every comfort you need for a pleasant stay: private bathrooms with soap bars and liquid soap for the shower, air conditioning, telephone, cable radio, satellite TV and safe; Your cabin is cleaned daily and all the linen you require (sheets and towels) is supplied and changed regularly.

Use of the pools and jacuzzis on the lidos, sun loungers and beach towels; Use of the ship's special areas and facilities: library and card room; Use of the ship's special areas and facilities: gym, multi-sport pitches, jogging track; Gym classes (aerobics, stretching, dance exercises, step aerobics) led by gym instructors (some classes as yoga or pilates might be available on some ships at a cost)

What's not included?

Costa Cruises will add a service charge per person, per day to the onboard account as a gratuity for cabin and dining services; the service charge is calculated daily according to the length of the cruise, the destination and the ship; Rates vary from €11 or  $13,50 for most sailings to €14,50 or $17,50 for selected sailings (these rates may vary and are compulsory); Children between the ages of 4 and 14 will be charged 50%.

Charges apply for room service and breakfast in the cabin.

Shoreside excursions are not included unless you have booked an excursion package or the cruise fare that includes an excursions package

Speciality restaurants such as Club restaurant, Samsara restaurant, Pummid'oro pizzeria, Wine Bar, Chocolate Bar and Ice Cream Parlour are not included (only available on some ships)

Treatments in the Beauty salon and treatments and use of Samsara Spa are not included (The spa is only available on some ships); charges also apply for Yoga and pilates classes where available

Sports simulators and state-of-the-art games (only available on some ships) and gambling games in the casino are not included

Shops, boutiques and photographs; Laundry and ironing service; WiFi is available everywhere on board and Internet Point at an extra charge.

Beverages are not included unless an all-inclusive drinks package fare has been booked; if drinks are not included in your cruise fare, a 15% gratuity is added to beverage purchases which are added to the onboard account.

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  • Option with Drinks incl. available!

    With MY DRINKS PACKAGE you will enjoy on board Cold drinks (Coca-Cola, soda, orange soda, iced teas or fruit juices). Cappuccinos, hot chocolates and the best Vergnano coffee. One 1/2 litre bottle of San Benedetto mineral water every day plus unlimited glasses of water in every bar. Heineken draft beer, glasses of excellent wine and Casa Sant'Orsola and Cinzano sparkling wines. Non-alcoholic fruit beverages, Aperol Spritz and Crodino for aperitifs. Classic cocktails like Gin and Tonic, Mojito and Bacardi Breezer. After dinner drinks (brandy, whiskey, cognac and liqueurs). Drink packages are not valid in the Archipelago Restaurant and Casanova Restaurant. Some bars and/or thematic restaurants offer a reduced selection of drinks: check the bar list on board to order. Luxury brands and drinks from the Mini Bar in the cabin are no included.

    The package must be booked by all guests with the same booking number and/or travelling in the same cabin. The package for young people aged 4-17 years does not contain any alcoholic beverages.

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