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Incas, Amazon & Beyond the Antarctic Circle

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 Cruise Length
28 Days
 Cruise Starts
Lima
 Cruise Finishes
Buenos Aires
28 Day Incas, Amazon & Beyond the Antarctic Circle Itinerary (Scenic)
Countries Explored: Peru, Argentina, Antarctica
Cruise Line
Scenic
Ship
Passengers
228
Crew
176
Launched
2023
Cruise Code
OSZ7-1

Overview

If you were to seek out South America’s beating heart it would certainly be found amongst the lush jungle of the Amazon. This lovely journey offers up plenty of opportunities to experience one of the last great rainforests, before introducing you to the many other wonders of this continent. Spend four glorious days cruising through a remote part of the Amazon, with shore excursions into the jungle. Hand feed baby manatees near Iquitos, enjoy a delicious Andean feast in Peru, wander the magical site that is Machu Picchu and explore South America’s oldest inhabited city, Cuzco. Wake up to spectacular...read more scenery and ice-filled channels, and spend your days marvelling at the many wonders along the Antarctic Peninsula to reach latitude 66°33’ South.

By crossing the Antarctic Circle, you will join an elite group of people who not only have been to Antarctica but have ventured into a region seldom visited. Raise your glass and toast this achievement, taking pride in venturing where few people have explored. See some subtle changes in your scenery, with more sea ice, and wildlife living off the krill rich waters. Join your Discovery Team and be amazed in the surrounding wildlife, whether it is a penguin sliding down an iceberg, diving into the crystal, cold waters, a leopard seal lazing on pack ice, or humpback whales cruising peacefully by your Zodiac, your experience in Antarctica is unlike anything you have done before.

Itinerary

Welcome to Lima, the capital of Peru, where you start your journey into wonder with a one-night stay.

Fly to Iquitos and settle into your oversized suite on board Delfin III, your luxurious floating hotel for the next four nights. (B/D)

Home to over 40,000 plant species and 3,000 freshwater fish species, the Amazon is an abundance of colour, movement and incredible beauty. Each day there will be a range of small group excursions to discover the diversity of this region. You will explore remote Amazon River tributaries, spot monkeys and birds while walking along a jungle trail, visit local villages and schools and meet with native Amazonians. Board the skiffs and cruise along the waterways, or go onshore for excursions through the jungle led by knowledgeable naturalist guides. (B/D)

Continue to explore remote Amazon River tributaries, board the skiffs and cruise along the waterways, or go onshore for excursions through the jungle led by knowledgeable naturalist guides. (B/L/D)

Fly to Cuzco and then travel through the picturesque Sacred Valley for your three-night stay.

Sunset Drinks Witness a private music performance complemented with a light tapas style dinner. (B/D)

Join your expert local guide for a walking tour of Ollantaytambo, the site where Manco Inca defeated the Spanish conquistadors. Enjoy a delicious Andean feast at Hacienda Huayoccari, where you will witness a weaving demonstration. The afternoon is at leisure to explore the Urubamba. (B/L)

Freechoice: Tour the impressive ruins of Pisac and its colourful markets or see the ruins of Moray and the Incan salt pans. This afternoon delight in an unforgettable culinary experience of five different meats cooked in five different ways over an open flame, with ingredients grown in Tambo’s own organic garden. (B/L)

Travel through picturesque fields on your Vistadome rail journey to Machu Picchu then spend time at the ancient Inca site. Be amazed as your expert local guides share the mysteries of these majestic ruins. Tonight, relax in your charming hotel. (B/D)

Learn how to make two of the country’s signature offerings: ceviche and pisco sours, during a cooking demonstration. Continue by train to the charming city of Cuzco and your luxurious hotel, in the heart of the historic centre. Your three-night Special Stay is sure to be a highlight. (B)

The former capital of the Incan Empire, Cuzco is a city with incredible architecture. On your walking tour, you will uncover the history of this World Heritage-listed site. Your final stop will be the imposing ruins of Sacsayhuamán fortress.

Enrich: Visit a community school supported by Scenic and meet the teachers and pupils.

Freechoice Dining: Tonight sample elegant à la carte dining at the Inti Raymi restaurant, or dine on a menu showcasing delicious fusion cuisine in the Cicciolina restaurant. (B/D)

Enjoy a day at leisure.

Enrich: Candlelight, first class service and the magnificent glow of the precious metals displayed in the Gold Room of the Pre-Columbian Art Museum of Cuzco, are brought together to create a memorable experience. Enjoy a cosmopolitan and cutting-edge gastronomic presentation formed from the exquisite flavours, colours, textures and aromas of local ingredients from different parts of Peru. (B/D)

Say farewell to your Tour Director and fly to Buenos Aires to check in to your luxurious hotel for a two night stay. (B)

An elegant city with pockets of colourful character, discover the highlights and the hidden secrets of this famed ‘Paris of the Americas’ with your local guide, including Casa Rosada, the executive mansion and office of the Argentinian President. Visit soulful San Telmo and La Boca’s colourful Caminito. This evening, enjoy dinner at the Gala Tango show and learn about the culture of Tango and witness their elegant dance, whilst enjoying a delicious dinner. (B/D)

Fly from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, known as the southernmost city in the world, where the crew will warmly greet you as you board Scenic Eclipse. Settle into your handsomely appointed suite and acquaint yourself with the luxurious facilities of your Discovery Yacht. Toast the start of your voyage at the welcome cocktail reception hosted by the Captain who will introduce your expert Discovery Leaders and their team. Set sail and cruise through the Beagle Channel and admire the dramatic views of the Andean mountains of Tierra del Fuego from the comfort of your private verandah. (B/D)

Relax and enjoy the amazing facilities of your floating resort as you cruise towards the Antarctic Peninsula. An entertaining presentation by the Discovery Team in the state-of-the-art theatre will build up the excitement for what’s to come or choose to relax in your suite and watch the live streaming on your TV. (B/L/D)

A day at sea to relax on board. (B/L/D)

Heading south across the Bransfield Strait, we sail towards the Antarctic Circle. Due to the extraordinary nature of the region, a host of choices are open and dependent on the ice and weather conditions. Your experienced Discovery Team Leaders, who have made countless journeys to Antarctica, will use their expertise to design your voyage from day to day, making the most of 18–20 hours of daylight.

During this voyage, we’ll endeavour to cross the Antarctic Circle at latitude 66°33’ South, where you will notice subtle changes in the Antarctic ice and landscape. Celebrate with a well-earned glass of Champagne and raise a toast to the intrepid explorers who have gone before.

Discovery: Partake in daily Scenic Discovery excursions. Cruise on the Zodiacs around ice formations. Kayak and stand-up paddleboard around icebergs and hear the ice cracking and whales feeding below. (B/L/D)

Due to the extraordinary nature of the region, a host of choices are open and dependent on the ice and weather conditions.

Discovery: Partake in daily Scenic Discovery excursions. Cruise on the Zodiacs around ice formations. Kayak and stand-up paddleboard around icebergs and hear the ice cracking and whales feeding below.

Witness wildlife in their natural habitat, with no fear of humans. Antarctica is truly land of peace. Your expert Captain and crew will navigate some of the most beautiful waterways, which may include traversing the stunning 11-kilometre-long Lemaire Channel where steep cliffs hem in the iceberg-filled passage just 700 metres wide at its narrowest point.

There may be the chance to visit a working scientific base and discuss life in these harsh conditions with the staff. Enjoy the chance to visit areas alive with wildlife such as penguins, seals, and whales. You can also explore the remnants of a derelict whaling station and a vacant British base or climb to the rim of a volcanic crater.

Discovery: Partake in daily Scenic Discovery excursions and shore landings. Cruise by Zodiacs, kayak and stand-up paddleboard around icebergs and hear the ice cracking and whales feeding below. (B/L/D)

Discovery: Partake in daily Scenic Discovery excursions and shore landings. Cruise by Zodiacs, kayak and stand-up paddleboard around icebergs and hear the ice cracking and whales feeding below. (B/L/D)

Delight your palate with the extensive range of dining options on board, or have a butler serve you your meal in-suite. Farewell your expedition in the icy lands and sail heading north to the continent of South America. Share memories of your experiences with new-found friends. (B/L/D)

Enjoy a day at sea. (B/L/D)

Your cruise ends this morning as you farewell the crew. Disembark after breakfast to fly to Buenos Aires, taking away memories of a truly unforgettable experience. Please book your flight to depart out of Buenos Aires after 08:00 PM. The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Scenic cannot guarantee the tour will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions for further information. (B/L/D)

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