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13 Night South American Explorer Ocean and Mountain Views and Land Tour

From Lima to Santiago (Valparaiso)
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Roald Amundsen

Hurtigruten Cruise Line
3 Stars
  • Cruise #: 8326168
  • Departs: Tue, Oct 8, 2024
  • Returns: Mon, Oct 21, 2024
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Oct 8, 2024
    Day
    1
    Lima, Peru
    • Lima, Peru
    Your adventure starts in Lima, 'The City of Kings'. With an exciting cocktail of cosmopolitan cool and ancient heritage, Lima is the perfect place to begin your adventure. See colorful murals, bustling cafes, and contemporary art museums in the bright, bohemian area of Barranco. Lima's historical center is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's a jewel of Spanish architecture, from colonial-era churches and monasteries to elegant mansions. You can also see Lima's Inca heritage in the ruins of the Huaca Pucllana and Huaca Huallamarca ceremonial pyramids. Known as the food capital of South America, you have a range of choices at your fingertips, from specialty restaurants to can't-miss street food. Try ceviche, Peru's national dish. It is fresh fish marinated in lime juice, onion, and chili. ...
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    Wednesday - Oct 9, 2024
    Day
    2
    Lima, Peru
    • Lima, Peru
    • Air Travel
    • Juliaca, Peru, Peru
    • Bus Travel
    • Sillustani, Peru
    • Bus Travel
    • Puno, Peru, Peru
    Fly to Juliaca and visit the Sillustani tombs. Your day starts with a flight to Juliaca. Once there, you will be taken on a guided tour of the Sillustani tombs, a pre-Inca burial place overlooking Lake Umayo. The tombs (also called chullpas) are tower-like structures built by the ancient Colla people, some as tall as 39 feet and big enough to hold entire families. Enjoy a picnic lunch by the shores of the lake in this peaceful and mysterious place. After exploring this archeological marvel, continue to your hotel in Puno, on the banks for Lake Titicaca. This will be your home for the next two nights. ...
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    Thursday - Oct 10, 2024
    Day
    3
    Puno, Peru, Peru
    • Puno, Peru, Peru
    • Day Boat Travel
    • Llachon, Peru, Peru
    • Day Boat Travel
    • Los Uros Floating Islands, Lake Titicaca, Peru, Peru
    • Day Boat Travel
    • Puno, Peru, Peru
    See handwoven islands in South America's largest lake. The sheer beauty of Lake Titicaca will amaze you. Visit the rural community of Llachon, which has spectacular views over the lake. Your included activity is a guided kayaking tour on the peaceful, deep-blue waters. You will also join a guided walk before joining a local family for a traditional lunch. Then we will take a boat tour to reach the Uru people on their floating islands, which shimmer golden in the sun. These otherworldly islands are woven from the reeds that grow in the lake. At the end of the day, relax and reflect at your hotel in Puno. ...
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    Friday - Oct 11, 2024
    Day
    4
    Puno, Peru, Peru
    • Puno, Peru, Peru
    • Bus Travel
    • Pukara, Peru, Peru
    • Bus Travel
    • Tinajani Canyon, Peru
    • Bus Travel
    • Abra La Raya, Peru
    • Bus Travel
    • Raqchi, Peru, Peru
    • Bus Travel
    • Cusco, Peru
    Cross the awe-inspiring Andean Plateau. Enjoy an unforgettable journey by bus across the Northern Andean Plateau - or the Altiplano, as it's known. The Altiplano is one of the world's largest and highest plateaus, sitting over 12,000 feet above sea level. The vast plateau extends into Bolivia, northern Peru, and southern Chile. During this full day of adventure, you'll pass through breathtaking scenery and be awed by the imposing Andes. You'll see the famous Pucara bulls perched on rooftops, enjoy lunch by the ancient rock formations of Tinajani, watch for wild llamas and alpacas on La Raya Pass, and marvel at the 15th-century Raqch'i archeological complex. Your journey ends with a comfortable overnight stay in Cusco. ...
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    Saturday - Oct 12, 2024
    Day
    5
    Cusco, Peru
    • Cusco, Peru
    • Bus Travel
    • Ollantaytambo, Peru
    • Hiram Bingham Orient Express Train Travel
    • Aguas Calientes, Peru
    • Bus Travel
    • Machu Picchu, Peru
    • Bus Travel
    • Aguas Calientes, Peru
    • Hiram Bingham Orient Express Train Travel
    • Ollantaytambo, Peru
    • Bus Travel
    • Cusco, Peru
    Discover the Lost City of the Incas. Start your day with a transfer to Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley. Then we board the deluxe Hiram Bingham train to Machu Picchu, enjoying brunch while the breathtaking Andean scenery rolls past. Estimated to have been built around 1450, Machu Picchu was abandoned during the Spanish conquest. It was hidden by jungle for centuries, rediscovered only in 1911. The Incas left no written records, so mystery surrounds this magnificent stronghold. Enjoy the trails around the ruins, admire the precise Inca stonework, and meet some of the friendly resident llamas. After your day's adventure, we'll head to Cusco for a relaxing overnight stay. ...
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    Sunday - Oct 13, 2024
    Day
    6
    Cusco, Peru
    • Cusco, Peru
    • Air Travel
    • Lima, Peru
    Explore the center of the Inca Empire. Enjoy a guided tour of the Imperial City of Cusco, an archeological reference point in South America. You can admire some of the finest examples of Inca history and architecture here. These include the Santo Domingo Church, built over the Inca temple of Coricancha, and the Sacsayhuaman Fortress, a 15th-century ceremonial compound featuring panoramic views of the city. Other tour highlights include a visit to the Museo Sulca Textiles museum and a stop at the main square to admire the stunning cathedral that dates back to colonial times. You will then catch a transfer to the airport and fly to Lima for a relaxing overnight stay. ...
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    Monday - Oct 14, 2024
    Day
    7
    Lima, Peru
    • Lima, Peru
    • Bus Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 7 - Monday - Oct 14, 2024
    Day
    7
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Callao, Peru
    Discover Lima before greeting your ship. We'll delve into Lima's extraordinary blend of ancient and modern on today's guided panoramic bus tour. We'll see the colonial architecture of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic center and visit the sacred Inca pyramid of Huaca Pucllana in Miraflores. We will also see some of Lima's most beautiful parks, like El Parque del Amor ('Love Park'). We'll also visit the fascinating Museo Larco museum, which holds the best private collection of Pre-Columbian art in the country. In the late afternoon, you will catch a transfer to Callao, where your expedition ship will be ready and waiting. Take time to locate your cabin, explore the ship, and meet the Expedition Team. ...
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    Tuesday - Oct 15, 2024
    Day
    8
    Paracas Bay, Peru
    • Paracas Bay, Peru
    Discover extraordinary wildlife and ancient mysteries. Among Peru's most notable attractions are the Nazca Lines and the Ballestas Islands, both of which are accessible from Paracas. Known as El Chaco, the town has an array of restaurants along the main shorefront where you can enjoy traditional jalea - fried seafood with salsa criolla (Creole sauce) and yuca root. Just offshore are the wildlife-rich Ballestas Islands. On today's boat tour, look for Humboldt penguins, turtles, pelicans, sea lions, Inca terns, and humpback whales as you cruise around the islands. You can also explore the Paracas National Reserve, with its otherworldly yellow sand dunes and red beaches. Another option is to fly over the mysterious Nazca Lines, etched in the Peruvian coastal desert - an experience on many people's bucket lists. ...
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    Wednesday - Oct 16, 2024
    Day
    9
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    Rich marine life produced by the Humboldt Current. As we cruise towards Chile, we'll sail through the Humboldt Current. The cold-water climate here creates conditions that sustain an incredible abundance of marine life, including vast shoals of anchovies, mackerel, and sardines. Your Expedition Team will tell you more about the Humboldt Current's importance to the marine ecosystem. Visit the Science Center to find out more. Your Expedition Team will tell you more about its importance and impact on the marine ecosystem. You'll have plenty of time to relax in the heated infinity pool, go for a run on the outdoor running track, and take in stunning views and stimulating breezes from on deck. ...
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    Thursday - Oct 17, 2024
    Day
    10
    Arica, Chile
    • Arica, Chile
    Enjoy Arica's hikes, history, and cuisine. Arica experiences a year-round desert climate and is classed as one of the driest cities in the world, unusual for a place by the ocean. No wonder the city is popular with sunbathers and surfers. On the lively streets Calles 21 de Mayo and Bolognesi, you can try local treats and peruse the El Agro market. Take a 15-minute hike up the remarkable El Morro cliff for glorious views, or visit San Marcos Cathedral, designed by Gustave Eiffel. See mummies and learn about Chinchorro culture at the archeological museum. You could also stretch your legs on a trek along Playa Corazones or explore the Caves of Anzota. ...
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    Friday - Oct 18, 2024
    Day
    11
    Iquique, Chile
    • Iquique, Chile
    Discover the history of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Humberstone. Our cruise continues to bustling Iquique, a flat city of promenades lined with palm trees. We'll visit the abandoned saltpeter mining towns of Santa Laura and UNESCO World Heritage-listed Humberstone in the arid Atacama Desert. Back in Iquique, explore this cosmopolitan oceanside city on foot, or simply pull up a chair in a cafe and do some people watching. While you're there, enjoy a delicious coffee or a traditional mango sour and chumbeque, a beloved regional sweet. You can also pay a visit to La Esmeralda, a four-masted corvette from the 19th century that has historical significance. ...
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    Saturday - Oct 19, 2024
    Day
    12
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    Pamper yourself on this final day at sea. Your expedition cruise down South America's Pacific coast today sails toward La Serena in Chile. Take time to enjoy one of your final days at sea - perhaps with a bit of pampering in the wellness area. Indulge in a massage or a skin-scrubbing treatment and feel fully revitalized for the final leg of your adventure. Of course, the Expedition Team will continue to deliver insightful lectures in the Science Center. You can also delve into the books in the onboard library if you want to learn more about a particular subject. ...
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    Sunday - Oct 20, 2024
    Day
    13
    Coquimbo, Chile
    • Coquimbo, Chile
    Explore the 'City of Churches' and Serena Beach. Docking at the port of Coquimbo, we'll head to Chile's second-oldest city, La Serena. La Serena is blessed with beautiful sandy beaches all along Avenida del Mar and beyond. Bursting with classical architecture, there are around 30 carefully restored stone churches to discover, and you can visit the Archeological Museum to marvel at pre-colonial artifacts. Take a stroll through the city's manicured public gardens, like the Japanese-inspired Jardin del Corazon. You can also shop for handicrafts at La Recova market. Down the picturesque lane of Patio Colonial, near Balmaceda, you'll find relaxed cafes and eateries. Before boarding the ship, leave some time to explore Coquimbo. ...
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    Monday - Oct 21, 2024
    Day
    14
    Santiago (Valparaiso), Chile
    • Santiago (Valparaiso), Chile
    Valparaiso is the glorious finale to your expedition. Your South American Pacific coast expedition cruise ends in Valparaiso. Known as the 'Jewel of the Pacific', this UNESCO World Heritage-listed city is built on steep hillsides overlooking the ocean. It's well worth spending time exploring before you fly home. It's an exhilarating maze of winding alleyways and barrios, colorful houses, and mercados packed with local produce. It is intriguing and sure to leave an impression. Take it all in on a cable car ride up to Cerros Alegre and Concepcion. Your cruise may have come to an end, but not necessarily your adventure. If you're hungry for more, join an optional post-program. ...
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