Arrive at the airport and head to your hotel. Relax, and spend the overnight here preparing for your adventure.

*Pre/Post hotels and flights are always subject to change until the Travel Documents are provided.

One of Chile’s oldest cities, Valparaiso is known for its steep hillsides overlooking the ocean as well as its historical funicular. UNESCO-listed, it's a maze of monuments, wonderful architecture, churches, cobblestone alleys, colorful houses, and bustling plazas. The former home of Chile's most famous poet, Pablo Neruda, is open to the public in Isla Negra. Leaving Valparaiso, the fertile Casablanca Valley is known for Chilean white wines.

Once Chile's gold and copper hub, the colorful harbor town of Coquimbo sits on the rocky Península Coquimbo hills. On top of the town is the Cross of the Third Millennium. The main square, La Serena lighthouse, and views from La Serena viewpoint are among the highlights. Ancient petroglyphs are found in the Limari Valley's Enchanted Valley park. The fertile Elqui Valley produces papayas, and wine grapes for Chile's famed Pisco.

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La Serena Highlights

• Learn the history of La Herradura’s legendary English pirates
• Immerse yourself in pre-Columbian civilization with the museum’s excellent collection of ceramics
• Treat yourself to some souvenirs from the craft market, including jewelry made from the local semi-precious stone, lapis lazuli

Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea allows you to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to the library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of the onboard lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from the onboard professional photographers.

 

Steeped in culture on Chile's pristine Pacific coast, Antofagasta has a turbulent history. It was once part of Bolivia until Chile's 1883 War of the Pacific victory reshaped borders, giving Chile the city's horseshoe bay while landlocked Bolivia. Initially a prosperous mining hub, today Antofagasta draws visitors to its coastal beauty and proximity to the Atacama Desert highlights like moonscape salt flats, lagoons, and vast deserts.

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Highlights of Antofagasta

• Marvel at the most ancient constructions in Antofagasta, the Huanchaca Ruins, from a viewpoint
• Discover the wonders of Plaza de Armas’ historic Old Customs House, famous church, and interesting museums
• Stroll through the fishing wharf and admire the beautiful panorama

Iquique, a former saltpetre mining town, has become a premier Chilean beach resort with excellent surf, long sandy beaches, and favorable weather. The town's impressive 19th-century Georgian architecture includes Astoreca Palace, now a hotel. Chic street-side cafes, bars, and restaurants enhance the dining scene. Nearby, Humberstone, a nitrate town, is now a ghost town, a remnant of the once-prosperous saltpetre mining industry in the region.

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Iquique Highlights

• Discover how the nitrate business influenced Iquique and the immigrants who lived there
• Embrace the city’s old quarter, which has been declared a National Monument
• Learn about the Chinchorro culture at the Regional Museum

Bordering the Atacama, the world's driest desert, Arica, Chile's northernmost city features an elegant Gustave Eiffel-designed cathedral and an archaeological museum with ancient mummies. Nearby, the Atacama has the world's tallest sand dunes. Alpacas, pumas, llamas, and birds like the Chilean flamingo and Andean condor inhabit the stark yet beautiful desert landscape. The picturesque Pomerape and Parinacota volcanoes sit across Chungara Lake.

Included Excursion

Valley Explorer – Arica To Poconchile By Train

The port of Matarani is the gateway to Arequipa, Peru's White City, with the still-active El Misti volcano looming. Arequipa's colonial buildings carved from white volcanic sillar rock reflect the influence of volcanism on the landscape. Other landmarks include Inca ceremonial sites and the Museo Santuarios displaying the famous mummy of a girl, Juanita. Santa Catalina Convent, guarded by high walls, is a 16th-century citadel within the city.

Included Excursion

A Day Exploring Arequipa
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10 h 30 m

• Admire amazing views of the "White City" from Carmen Alto and Yanahuara viewpoints
• Discover the gold and silver treasures kept in Arequipa’s cathedral
• Marvel at La Compañia church’s famous multicolored dome, and impressive collection of colonial art

Today as you sail, you’ll bask in the endless comforts of your ship. From the deck, marvel at the dramatic sea views. Relax with a nurturing facial treatment or massage in the spa or delve into the ship’s learning resources. Or, simply take refuge in your cabin and enjoy the opportunity to rest.

General San Martin is a district in the Buenos Aires Province of Argentina, named after the national hero José de San Martín. It is a place where you can enjoy this region's culture, history, and nature. General San Martin has a variety of attractions, such as the Plaza San Martín, where you can see a monument to the liberator and a replica of his house; the Museo Histórico Regional Brigadier General Juan Manuel de Rosas, where you can learn about the life and legacy of another influential figure; and the Parque Yrigoyen, where you can relax and admire the greenery.

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Ballestas Island

• Admire the breathtaking panoramic views of Paracas Bay and the Peninsula during a 2-hour speedboat tour
• Discover the incredible natural habitat of the Ballestas Islands, home to diverse migratory and resident species, including Humboldt penguins, Guanay cormorants, and sea lions
• Immerse yourself in one of the country's premier wildlife-spotting experiences

Lima, Peru's capital, sits between the Pacific Ocean and the Andes Mountains with the seaport of Callao. The bustling city’s renowned culinary scene features a local favorite, ceviche. The UNESCO World Heritage historic centre features colonial-era architecture including Plaza Mayor and San Francisco Monastery. Nearby, the clay ruins of ceremonial pyramids, Huaca Pucllana and Huaca Huallamarca, offer a glimpse of the Inca civilization's history.