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Expedition South and Central America

Expedition South and Central America

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Follow the secrets of long-lost cultures and exotic species on an expedition between the Atlantic and Pacific. The contrasting worlds of Central and South America are connected by the technological miracle that is the famous Panama Canal. A journey of discovery through time awaits with unforgettable impressions

***This is a bilingual cruise with English shore excursions

Trip Name
Expedition South and Central America
Days
13
Overview
Vessel Type: Five-star expedition ship Length: 122.8 meters Passenger Capacity: 175 Built: 1993 The world's only five-star expedition ship combines adventure with excellent comfort. This provides the perfect setting for your extraordinary expedition routes with special facilities and many special on-board details - from the ship's furnishings to the first-class service provided by the crew. With no more than 175 guests on board the HANSEATIC, you can enjoy a sense of well-being with an almost familial character that you will not find any-where else. Life on board You will enjoy plenty of freedom – be it in the stylish cabins and suites, the exquisite selection of culinary delights or the many unforgettable expedition moments. Enjoy your own personal expedition, spellbound by the fascinating view of the ocean. Your home away What could be better than reflecting on the most impressive highlights of your expedition in a stylish atmosphere? The five-star comfort of the cabins and suites on the HANSEATIC is the perfect setting. * 88 outside cabins and 4 suites (22 m²/237 ft² and 44 m²/474 ft²) * Ocean view included, thanks to wide panoramic windows and maritime portholes * Air conditioning, flat-screen television with Internet access and private e-mail address, Wi-Fi access and DVD player * All expert presentations, navigation charts and the forward-view camera are broadcast live in every cabin * There is a bathrobe for every guest and the mini bar is refilled free of charge on a daily basis (soft drinks) * Butler service on the Bridge Deck Sensual Delights When you embark you will find a bottle of champagne waiting for you as a welcome gift alongside a bowl of fresh fruit that is refilled free of charge on a daily basis. Thanks to all these little details, you are free to enjoy your own personal expedition with all your senses. * Top-class main restaurant Marco Polo – with a creative and ambitious gourmet philosophy * Diverse culinary creations at the breakfast and lunch buffets at Bistro Lemaire – also outside. An evening buffet is also available on selected days * The bar in the Observation Lounge has a 180° panoramic view and features piano music in the evenings * There are 125 crew members for no more than 175 guests on board * 24-hour cabin service Explore more The HANSEATIC combines passion for exploration with the fine art of relaxed living. Enjoy your own personal space from bow to stern. * Precaps and recaps by the experts in order to prepare for and follow up on trips ashore * Knowledge transferred vividly: numerous expert presentations in the Darwin Hall * Well stocked: on-board library with specialist literature * Explorer Lounge meeting point: entertainment with music and dancing * Observation Lounge: enjoy panoramic views and share viewpoints * Expedition equipment: parkas, rubber boots, Nordic Walking poles, snorkelling equipment and fishing rods (on a loan basis) * Active relaxation: fitness room with ocean view, sauna, whirlpool and swimming pool

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1: Willemstad/Curacao
Make your way to Willemstad/Curacao, on to the ship. departure 18.00 hrs.Willemstad is the capital city of Curaçao, an island in the southern Caribbean Sea that forms a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands
Day 2 - Day 2: At Sea
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Day 3 - Day 3: Cartagena/Colombia
One of South America’s most beautiful cities opens up like a treasure trove: Cartagena was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984 and immortalised one year later in a novel by Nobel laureate Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Discover why on a tour through historic Cartagena* with the picturesque old town, magnificent colonial buildings and the huge San Felipe fortress.
Day 4 - Day 4: San Blas Islands/Panama
The Kuna indigenous people of the San Blas Islands also have a past steeped in tradition. Their small autonomous island reserve is a picture book world of palm trees and white sandy beaches – the ideal place to relax, swim, snorkel or simply let your mind drift away. And as if this were not exciting enough, there it suddenly lies before you: the Panama Canal, a legendary structure full of history and tales to tell. Opened more than 100 years ago, over 80 km (49 mi.) long and one of the world’s most important straits of water, the canal has and is undergoing significant expansion to accommodate ever larger container ships.
Day 5 - Day 5: Daytime passage through the Panama Canal
The daytime passage through the Panama Canal will be the highlight of your cruise. The team of experts on board will ensure picturesque impressions with fascinating facts about its construction and significance. From the deck, enjoy views of grasslands, dense jungle and wild mangrove forests. The Panama Canal draws you in until you reach an exotic new world on the Pacific side.
Day 6 - Day 6: Gulf of San Miguel
El Dorado of lush natural wondersDiscover the green heart of Panama from a special perspective in the Gulf of San Miguel: traditional boats will take you into the Darien jungle, Central America’s largest continuous rainforest. In this diverse habitat, encounter the Embera tribe, who live in widely strewn forest villages, and learn about their traditional way of life.
Day 7 - Day 7: Utria National Park/Colombia
Follow a trail rather than leave one behind: dedicated to nature, Colombia’s eco-tourism objectives are in line with our standards on board the HANSEATIC. Look forward to the exotic flora and fauna in the almost untouched rainforests of Utria National Park, a biodiversity of extraordinary variety: tropical birds, reptiles, amphibians – which species will you see? With a little luck, you will even spot humpback whales from the deck, which give birth in these warm waters.
Day 8 - Day 8: Isla Gorgona
A paradise for plant researchers, Isla Gorgona once served as a base for pirates and then as the “Alcatraz of Colombia” before becoming a nature reserve. Coral reefs, secluded beaches and varied hiking routes – dream and discover!
Day 9 - Days 9 & 10: Relaxation at sea
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Day 10 - Days 11 & 12: Peru (Salaverry, cruising off the Islas Guanape and Islas Grupo de Huaura)
Millennia-old relics in PERUThe propeller of the HANSEATIC seems to turn back time and revive ancient civilisations – such as the impressive legacy of the Chimu near Salaverry: explore the Huaca el Dragon temple and Chan Chan*, the continent’s most important archaeological site. The UNESCO World Heritage Site, built around 1300, is probably one of the largest adobe cities in the world. Marvel at the former settlement of the Mochica culture, around 2,000 years old, and the ruins of important Chimu shrines in the Moche Valley and the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon*. Two imposing structures: one made from millions of adobe bricks, the other decorated with colourful paintings and friezes. Imagine people praying here for the favour of the gods. The Islas Guanape were created by nature – and appear on a HANSEATIC route for the first time. Their rugged cliffs are populated by gannets, Inca terns and pelicans. The islands are also home to sea lions and Humboldt penguins. Your thirst for discovery will be inspired both here and off the Islas Grupo de Huaura. Both archipelagos are remote conservation areas, which means your visits are subject to official approval and must respect their sensitive nature – in keeping with our environmental philosophy.
Day 11 - Day 13: Callao (Lima), arrival 7.00 hrs
City tour of Lima - enriched by unforgettable impressions and with your yearning for adventure fulfilled, you will look back on the many contrasts of your expedition from the coastal city of Callao.* The shore activities are not included in the cruise price and are in the planning stage. Subject to change.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
02-11-201714-11-2017USD$7,190Cat 1: Guaranteed Outside Cabin
02-11-201714-11-2017USD$7,900Cat 2: Amundsen Deck
02-11-201714-11-2017USD$8,910Cat 3: Exploer Deck
02-11-201714-11-2017USD$9,260Cat 4: Marco Polo Deck
02-11-201714-11-2017USD$9,590Cat 5: Explorer Deck
02-11-201714-11-2017USD$10,600Single Occupancy Amundsen Deck
02-11-201714-11-2017USD$10,600Cat 6: Bridge Deck
02-11-201714-11-2017USD$12,640Single Occupancy - Marco Polo
02-11-201714-11-2017USD$14,810Cat 7: Bridge Deck

Inclusions

    • As a historian, author and museum specialist, Dr Hartmut Roder knows all about the importance of history and stories. His exhibitions and books on international economics are just as fascinating as his on-board presentations.

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