--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: c01fce13-43c3-4c4e-bb6f-5207dafb7708 slug: 2262575 voyage_code: AU160327 cruise_line: Ponant ship: L'Austral departure_date: return_date: nights: 10 embarkation_port: Buenos Aires, Argentina disembarkation_port: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil starting_price_usd: None bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T05:34:17Z --- # Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro > Ponant · L'Austral · Mar 16 – 26, 2027   (10 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Ponant | | **Ship** | L'Austral | | **Duration** | 10 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Buenos Aires, Argentina | | **Disembarkation Port** | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | AU160327 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Buenos Aires, Argentina **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Buenos Aires is Argentina’s big, cosmopolitan capital city. Its center is the Plaza de Mayo, lined with stately 19th-century buildings including Casa Rosada, the iconic, balconied presidential palace. Other major attractions include Teatro Colón, a grand 1908 opera house with nearly 2,500 seats, and the modern MALBA museum, displaying Latin American art. ### Day 2: Montevideo, Uruguay **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Founded by the Spanish in 1726 at the mouth of the Rio de la Plata, Uruguay’s capital is a thriving commercial centre and pleasant seaside resort. Once fortified, the town has retained its colonial charm which you will discover in the Ciudad Vieja old district, the colonnades of Plaza Independencia and Plaza Constitucion, the oldest in Montevideo to retain an image of its distinguished past. ### Day 3: Punta del Este, Uruguay **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM There is a very good reason why Punta del Este (Uruguay) is renowned as one of the most famous seaside resorts in Uruguay and South America. Sophisticated and wonderfully chic, Punta del Este blends in seamlessly with the beauty of the scenery and harbours some magnificent russet coloured sandy beaches. Several kilometres offshore lies “sea bass island”, one of the world’s most important reserves for sea bass and home to around 200,000 specimens which have found refuge in this little parad... ### Day 4: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Rio de Janeiro is a huge seaside city in Brazil, famed for its Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, 38m Christ the Redeemer statue atop Mount Corcovado and for Sugarloaf Mountain, a granite peak with cable cars to its summit. The city is also known for its sprawling favelas (shanty towns). ### Day 5: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 6: Porto Belo, Brazil **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Porto Belo is a municipality in the state of Santa Catarina in the South region of Brazil. ### Day 7: Paranagua, Brazil **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Capital of Panama, Curitiba is a small colonial town nestled at the foot of the Serra do Mar chain of mountains. Founded in the 17th century, the town thrived under the first European colonialists who became prosperous by running the many rubber plantations. The Serra Verde Express train is well worth taking, as it winds its away along the rugged slopes of a mountain overlooking vertiginous canyons and vast tropical plains, before reaching an equatorial forest that is as deep as it is mysterious... ### Day 8: Ilhabela, Brazil **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Ilhabela is an archipelago off the southeast coast of Brazil. The main island, Ilha de São Sebastião, is known for beaches like Castelhanos, Curral and Jabaquara. On the island's west coast, Ilhabela city is home to the white-and-blue Nossa Senhora d’Ajuda church. In vast, forested Ilhabela State Park, trails lead to Gato and Água Branca waterfalls. Offshore dive sites include the Aymoré and Velasquez shipwrecks. ### Day 9: Paraty, Brazil **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Paraty (Brazil) is a symbol and architectural gem from the colonial era, a historic town offering one of the most harmonious ensembles of buildings in Brazil. Founded in 1660, the small enclave quickly prospered after a number of gold deposits were discovered in the vicinity. Later sugar cane and the coffee boom kept the city alive preserving its architectural treasures. Located along the limpid blue waters of a large bay with numerous beaches, Paraty’s idyllic situation combined with the rest... ### Day 10: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Rio de Janeiro is a huge seaside city in Brazil, famed for its Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, 38m Christ the Redeemer statue atop Mount Corcovado and for Sugarloaf Mountain, a granite peak with cable cars to its summit. The city is also known for its sprawling favelas (shanty towns). ### Day 11: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Rio de Janeiro is a huge seaside city in Brazil, famed for its Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, 38m Christ the Redeemer statue atop Mount Corcovado and for Sugarloaf Mountain, a granite peak with cable cars to its summit. The city is also known for its sprawling favelas (shanty towns). ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Pricing | Contact for latest fares | ## Cabin Options ### Balcony Cabins **Prestige Stateroom Deck 6** (Code: 3) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A bathroom with shower A private 4 m² balcony A panoramic sliding bay window **Prestige Stateroom Deck 5** (Code: 2) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A bathroom with shower A private 4 m² balcony A panoramic sliding bay window ### Suite Cabins **Prestige Deck 5 Suite** (Code: 4) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A lounge with convertible sofa to a... **Prestige Suite Deck 6** (Code: 5) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation) Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival Butler service An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) ... ## Ship Information ### L'Austral In May 2011, l'Austral joined PONANT's fleet. This superb mega-yacht with 132 cabins is the result of the expertise of the Italian Fincantieri shipyard and French sophistication, as interpreted by designer Jean-Philippe Nuel. L'Austral remains faithful to our philosophy - to create a unique atmosphere, a subtle blend of luxury, intimacy and well-being. A sleek silhouette softened by elegantly smooth contours and large, arched windows opening up to the sea and the light: so many features come together to give L’Austral her distinctive shape. Precious materials, discreet elegance and a perfect balance between chic and casual, combine to make you feel as if you are on your own private yacht. A design blending tradition and innovation, where a nautical mood has been subtly recreated. A welcoming atmosphere of relaxed sophistication revolves around shades of grey, taupe, white and ivory enlivened by touches of cinnamon, caramel and tan.. So many personal touches create the spirit of a “private yacht.” You will encounter unique itineraries, calls inaccessible to large ships, chic and elegant yacht-like ambiance, refined and personalized service as well as gastronomic cuisine. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 264 | | Crew | 139 | | Gross Tonnage | 10,944.0 | | Length | 466.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 0 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Food and Drink - **gastronomic restaurant**: To the rear of deck 2 you'll find a gastronomic restaurant big enough to seat all passengers together at one sitting. 3,980 square feet Capacity: 268... - **A gourmet dinner**: Your late afternoon continues in front of a beautiful sunset to the sound of beautiful melodies played on the piano, with an aperitif. Every day, disc... - **Breakfast**: Get off to a good start every day on board. - Hot drinks and pastries are served from 6:30 to 10:30 for early risers and late risers. - Enjoy your bre... - **Exterior bar**: Lounge area with seating for 50 Overlooking the pool deck - **grill restaurant**: Enjoy breakfasts, buffet lunches and themed dinners in a relaxed atmosphere at the grill restaurant on Deck 6. 2,530 square feet Interior capacity: 1... ### Relaxation - **The wellness area**: Spa in partnership with SOTHYS™: massage and treatment cubicles, beauty salon cubicle, balneotherapy cubicle KÉRASTASE / L’Oréal Paris hair salon Free... - **The panoramic lounge**: 1,185 square feet Library, internet space, bar, live entertainment on certain evenings Direct access to the panoramic terrace - **The main lounge - Deck 3**: 2,740 square feet Interior capacity: 110 Exterior capacity: 30 Tea rooms, bar, programme of live musical entertainment, dance floor Access to the exte... ### Other - **Gallery**: Innovative design, sleek shape and profile, refined interior decoration, friendly, intimate atmosphere: French designers and decorators have managed t... ### Recreational - **Co-construction with local populations**: We take passengers to discover rare destinations and to meet the populations that have lived there for centuries. So, our itineraries are planned out ... ### Entertainment - **An evening of entertainment**: Your evening follows on with entertainment in the Grand Salon or the Theatre. Enjoy an evening dancing, a classical concert, a show performed by our p... - **Zodiac® excursions or trips**: Your afternoon continues with the terrestrial trips that you have booked to complement your Yachting cruise. On Expedition cruises, enjoy guided trips... - **The theatre**: 2,690 square feet Capacity: 250 Conference room, concert hall/multi-purpose auditorium Audiovisual equipment ### Technology - **On board**: Want to stay on board to enjoy a moment of relaxation? - Attend a talk given by one of our prestigious guests of honour. - Book a massage or treatment... - **Departure alert for excursions or trips**: Because we want your activities to go smoothly, your cruise director alerts you before departure for any excursions you have booked if you are on a Ya... ## Ports of Call ### Buenos Aires, Argentina *Coordinates: -34.6118, -58.4173* Buenos Aires is Argentina’s big, cosmopolitan capital city. Its center is the Plaza de Mayo, lined with stately 19th-century buildings including Casa Rosada, the iconic, balconied presidential palace. Other major attractions include Teatro Colón, a grand 1908 opera house with nearly 2,500 seats, and the modern MALBA museum, displaying Latin American art. ### Montevideo, Uruguay *Coordinates: -34.8941, -56.0675* Founded by the Spanish in 1726 at the mouth of the Rio de la Plata, Uruguay’s capital is a thriving commercial centre and pleasant seaside resort. Once fortified, the town has retained its colonial charm which you will discover in the Ciudad Vieja old district, the colonnades of Plaza Independencia and Plaza Constitucion, the oldest in Montevideo to retain an image of its distinguished past. ### Punta del Este, Uruguay *Coordinates: -34.9751, -54.943* There is a very good reason why Punta del Este (Uruguay) is renowned as one of the most famous seaside resorts in Uruguay and South America. Sophisticated and wonderfully chic, Punta del Este blends in seamlessly with the beauty of the scenery and harbours some magnificent russet coloured sandy beaches. Several kilometres offshore lies “sea bass island”, one of the world’s most important res... ### Rio de Janeiro, Brazil *Coordinates: -22.9035, -43.2096* Rio de Janeiro is a huge seaside city in Brazil, famed for its Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, 38m Christ the Redeemer statue atop Mount Corcovado and for Sugarloaf Mountain, a granite peak with cable cars to its summit. The city is also known for its sprawling favelas (shanty towns). ### Porto Belo, Brazil *Coordinates: -27.1582, -48.5535* Porto Belo is a municipality in the state of Santa Catarina in the South region of Brazil. ### Paranagua, Brazil *Coordinates: -25.5205, -48.5095* Capital of Panama, Curitiba is a small colonial town nestled at the foot of the Serra do Mar chain of mountains. Founded in the 17th century, the town thrived under the first European colonialists who became prosperous by running the many rubber plantations. The Serra Verde Express train is well worth taking, as it winds its away along the rugged slopes of a mountain overlooking vertiginous canyon... ### Ilhabela, Brazil *Coordinates: -23.7787, -45.3584* Ilhabela is an archipelago off the southeast coast of Brazil. The main island, Ilha de São Sebastião, is known for beaches like Castelhanos, Curral and Jabaquara. On the island's west coast, Ilhabela city is home to the white-and-blue Nossa Senhora d’Ajuda church. In vast, forested Ilhabela State Park, trails lead to Gato and Água Branca waterfalls. Offshore dive sites include the Aymoré and... ### Paraty, Brazil *Coordinates: -23.2167, -44.7179* Paraty (Brazil) is a symbol and architectural gem from the colonial era, a historic town offering one of the most harmonious ensembles of buildings in Brazil. Founded in 1660, the small enclave quickly prospered after a number of gold deposits were discovered in the vicinity. Later sugar cane and the coffee boom kept the city alive preserving its architectural treasures. Located along the limpid b... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2262575 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2262575 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2262575.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2262575/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/ponant/laustral/other/26237.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 05:34:17 UTC