Desire Lifestyle Cruise^® Desire Rio de Janeiro Cruise

You and your partner are invited to welcome 2024 with us on a sensual 9-day/8-night South American voyage on board the intimate Azamara Quest ship. The Desire Rio de Janeiro Cruise, sailing December 30, 2023 – January 7, 2024, will cruise its way out to sea on an incredible voyage that includes everything couples could ever want or need.

This extraordinary itinerary starts in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and culminates in Buenos Aires, Argentina, with breathtaking stops along the way in Copacabana Beach, where we'll dock for New Year's Eve to say farewell to 2023 before sailing on to Parati, Ilhabela, São Paulo, and Montevideo, Uruguay.

On board this conceptual cruise, feel free to indulge and explore your fantasies as wild as they may be. You and your partner are invited to enjoy erotic theme nights, stimulating workshops, wet and wild pool parties, international DJs, and provocative performances throughout the day and night. Additionally, our intimate playroom and clothing-optional areas are always a highlight. One thing is for sure, this cruise will surely change your lives.

The complimentary Premium Beverage Package, five dining venues, and room service are included on this voyage, all there is to do is enjoy the selected stateroom and all the exclusive amenities offered by our outstanding cast and crew.

The Desire Rio de Janeiro Cruise is ready to ring in the New Year; a voyage so seductive it's almost too good to be true.

Aqualina

You'll love the contemporary, inventive Italian cuisine at Aqualina, featuring some of Italy's most famous dishes. Starters include beef tenderloin carpaccio with orange oil, lobster ravioli, and seared tuna wrapped in veal, followed by second courses such as sweet pea and fennel soup or delicious salads of watermelon and tomato or arugula and radicchio with prosciutto chips. Main courses include forest mushroom risotto, a perfectly grilled veal chop, a Venetian seafood platter or delicate dover sole. Save room for Azamara's famous desserts like marsala custard, lemon soufflé, tiramisu and chocolate torte.

Prime C

Settle in for a marvelous evening at Azamara's classic wood-paneled steakhouse with stunning views and lush autumn décor. The menu includes steaks in a variety of cuts cooked to perfection, along with starters like crab cakes with remoulade, lobster bisque, wedge salad with bacon and blue cheese, and more. Other entrée choices may include lamb, pork, veal chops, game hens and seafood. Indulge in the famous mini cinnamon-sugar donuts with a trio of dipping sauces for dessert.

Discoveries Restaurant

With a wide variety of nightly selections like filet mignon with black truffle sauce, Discoveries Restaurant is a hands-down favorite for elegant yet lively dining with a renewed décor befitting the culinary heart of our ships. Reservations are not accepted, and you have the choice of being seated at a table for two or as part of a larger group of fellow guests (which is a great way to meet new people). Discoveries Bar is also a great gathering spot for drinks before or after dinner.

The Patio and Swirl & Top

While a casual "pool grill" during the day, in the evening this venue will be completely transformed into a sit-down al fresco dining experience. Fine tablecloths and flickering candles will set the mood while a reimagined menu will be served by our professional wait staff. In addition, a self-serve frozen yogurt station - Swirl & Top - is the perfect way to conclude your meal or cool off during the day with a variety of flavors and your choice of toppings.

Windows Café

Take in the fresh breeze at an outdoor table and relax in the easy and casual atmosphere of the newly renovated Windows Café. Enjoy an intimate breakfast, lunch, or dinner for two or a lively meal for six with our flexible seating options. Choices change daily and include fresh sushi, stir-frys and pastas, salads, smoked lox and other cold fish, a carving station and sumptuous desserts.
 
There's more: Don't miss our themed buffets! Indian, Mexican, Spanish, Italian, and other regional cuisine. Our international crew takes pride in their native cuisine and it shows.

This cruise will be anchored off of Copacabana Beach for New Year's Eve for viewing the Fireworks show.

Daily Themes

Theme nights have not been announced at this time

 

On-Board Activities

• Shopping

  You'll find a tasteful collection of merchandise and beautiful jewelry and watches in four onboard stores. Watch your daily news for specials and one-time offers that make shopping even more fun.

  • The Quest Shop Pick up sundries, casual wear and swim fashions, sunglasses, accessories, music and shipboard keepsakes. This is a great place for small gifts to take back home.
  • Indulgences Shop an exquisite selection of fine jewelry, watches, and other pieces from iconic jewelry-makers. There's something here to delight even the most discriminating tastes.
  • The Photo Shop Stop by for camera supplies including batteries and digital memory cards. The shop displays photos available for purchase of the previous day's events, taken by the ship's roving photographer.
  • Le Boutique This shop offers a discrete shopping experience with a focus on fine jewelry and gifts. Located by the concierge desk, guests enjoy personalized shopping with one-on-one assistance from the concierge.
• Enrichment Programs & Classes

  Add to your knowledge with a wide variety of entertaining and interesting enrichment programs. Schedules are available on Azamara TV and the daily newsletter.

  • Seminars and lectures by Azamara's own onboard experts, with opportunities for questions and discussion
  • Port-of-call lectures focusing on destination highlights, history and culture, plus tips about lesser-known excursions in each port
  • Land Discoveries® seminars to help you learn about particular excursions
  • Wine tastings hosted by our sommelier
  • Culinary demonstrations
• Drawing Room

  This library is one of the quiet jewels of Azamara, a peaceful and beautifully appointed space for reading or relaxing after dinner. Browse the collection and feel free to borrow the library books. Or simply relax in the tranquil atmosphere. But our library goes beyond just paper, we have interactive digital tabletops so you can make your own postcards and post to social media to share your adventures with the folks back home. The library is also home to our impressive Inspiration Center - a digital way to explore the world with Azamara and gain inspiration for your next voyage.

  The Drawing Room turns into a gorgeous dining room on the evening of the elegant Best of the Best dinner for Owner's Suite guests.

 

Dining

Azamara offers a choice of six distinctive dining options, including room service. Whether you're a fan of haute cuisine or down-home cooking, you'll love the quality reflected in the fresh ingredients, careful preparation, and variety of menu choices.

Specialty Dining & Fine Wines

Azamara proudly features two specialty restaurants, Prime C and Aqualina. Specialty dining is complimentary for suite guests (Club World Owner's Suites, Club Ocean Suites and Club Continent Suites). For others, there is a $25 per-person cover. Reservations are highly recommended.

This is a private charter just for our group. As such, there are a host of special amenities, parties, entertainers, and events.

• Prices are land only, per person, double occupancy
• Trip insurance is available and strongly recommended
• * Category 8 - Club Oceanview Staterooms are partialy Obstructed views
• Prices do not include Port Charges, taxes and Fees estimated to be $425.00 p/p for Staterooms and $525.00 p/p for Suites

• Deposit due at booking
• Payment Due Date: March 9, 2023 - 25% of invoice
• Payment Due Date: May 9, 2023 - 25% of invoice
• Payment Due Date: July 10, 2023 - 25% of invoice
• Payment Due Date: October 9, 2023 - Balance Due