By Land & Sea | South America Explorer

12 nights from £2,715pp departing Monday 7th Oct 2024

13-day expedition through the Panama Canal and down South America's Pacific coast, crossing the awe-inspiring Andean Plateau

Itinerary

Map

					Arrive	Depart
	7th07	OctOct	202424	Colón, Panama, embark on the MS Roald Amundsen		23:59
The provincial capital of Colón, beside the canal's Atlantic entrance, is named for the Spanish-language surname of Christopher Columbus, though the Americans called it Aspinwall in the 19th century.. The city was founded in 1850 by Americans working on the Panama railroad and named Aspinwall for one of the railway engineers. Following completion in 1855, Colon gained in importance, which was furthered by the plans for an isthmian canal. During the time of the French canal attempt, a fire in 1885 burned the city nearly to the ground and left thousands of people homeless. Colon was rebuilt in the architectural style then popular in France. Buildings from that era plus the ones constructed by Americans between 1904 and 1914 are still in use today, although the majority is on the verge of collapse. In addition to its importance as a port, Colon boasts the world’s second largest duty-free zone, known as Zona Libre, which is contained in a huge fortress like, walled-off area with giant international stores. However, most of the merchandise is sold in bulk to commercial businesses throughout the country.
	8th08	OctOct	202424	At Sea	05:00	17:00
	9th09	OctOct	202424	At Sea
	10th10	OctOct	202424	Manta, Ecuador	14:00	19:00
	11th11	OctOct	202424	Puerto Lopez, Ecuador	10:00	20:00
	12th12	OctOct	202424	At Sea
	13th13	OctOct	202424	Salaverry, Peru	07:00	14:00
Located about nine hours north of Lima, Trujillo was founded in 1534 by the Spanish conquistador Pizarro. The attractive, colonial city retains much of its original charm with elegant casonas, or mansions, lining the streets. Nearby is Chan Chan, the ancient capital of the Chimú, a local Indian tribe who came under the rule of the Incas. The area has several other Chimú sites, some dating back about 1500 years. The region is also famous as the home of the Peruvian Paso horses, as well as excellent beaches offering world-class surfing and other water sports.
	14th14	OctOct	202424	Callao, Peru, disembark the MS Roald Amundsen	11:00
When people discuss great South American cities, Lima is often overlooked. But Peru's capital can hold its own against its neighbors. It has an oceanfront setting, colonial-era splendor, sophisticated dining, and nonstop nightlife.It's true that the city—clogged with traffic and choked with fumes—doesn't make a good first impression, especially since the airport is in an industrial neighborhood. But wander around the regal edifices surrounding the Plaza de Armas, among the gnarled olive trees of San Isidro's Parque El Olivar, or along the winding lanes in the coastal community of Barranco, and you'll find yourself charmed.In 1535 Francisco Pizarro found the perfect place for the capital of Spain's colonial empire. On a natural port, the so-called Ciudad de los Reyes (City of Kings) allowed Spain to ship home all the gold the conquistador plundered from the Inca. Lima served as the capital of Spain's South American empire for 300 years, and it's safe to say that no other colonial city enjoyed such power and prestige during this period.When Peru declared its independence from Spain in 1821, the declaration was read in the square that Pizarro had so carefully designed. Many of the colonial-era buildings around the Plaza de Armas are standing today. Walk a few blocks in any direction for churches and elegant houses that reveal just how wealthy this city once was. But the poor state of most buildings attests to the fact that the country's wealthy families have moved to neighborhoods to the south over the past century.The walls that surrounded the city were demolished in 1870, making way for unprecedented growth. A former hacienda became the graceful residential neighborhood of San Isidro. In the early 1920s the construction of tree-lined Avenida Arequipa heralded the development of neighborhoods such as bustling Miraflores and bohemian Barranco.Almost a third of the country's population of 29 million lives in the metropolitan area, many of them in relatively poor conos: newer neighborhoods on the outskirts of the city. Most residents of those neighborhoods moved there from mountain villages during the political violence and poverty that marked the 1980s and ’90s, when crime increased dramatically. During the past decade the country has enjoyed peace and steady economic growth, which have been accompanied by many improvements and refurbishment in the city. Residents who used to steer clear of the historic center now stroll along its streets. And many travelers who once would have avoided the city altogether now plan to spend a day here and end up staying two or three.
	14th14	OctOct	202424	5 nights accommodation following your cruise, staying in Callao
	19th19	OctOct	202424	Check out of accommodation

MS Roald Amundsen

Launch Year

2019

Tonnage

20,889

Capacity

530

Cabins

265

Accessible

Deck 3

Deck 4

Deck 5

Deck 6

Deck 7

Deck 8

Deck 9

Deck 10

Deck 11

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Arctic Superior - Outside cabin on lower/middle decks

Large accessible cabins without balcony. Lower/middle decks, flexible sleeping arrangements, TV, kettle, tea and coffee.

Arctic Superior - Outside cabin on lower/middle decks

Large cabins without balcony. Lower/middle decks, flexible sleeping arrangements, sofabed, TV, kettle, tea and coffee.

Arctic Superior - Outside cabin with balcony

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
XTJ	Arctic Superior Cabin (with Balcony)	£3,100	£5,767

High deck cabins with balcony. Spacious cabins, different sizes, flexible sleeping arrangements, some with sofabed, TV, kettle, tea and coffee. With limited view.

Arctic Superior - Outside cabin with balcony

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
XY	Arctic Superior Cabin (with Balcony)	£3,241	£5,908

Accessible cabin with balcony. High deck, broad balcony, double bed, TV, kettle, tea and coffee.

Arctic Superior - Outside cabin with balcony

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
XTD	Arctic Superior Cabin (with Balcony)	£3,241	£5,908

Cabins on a high deck with balcony. Spacious cabins, different sizes, double bed, some with sofabed, TV, kettle, tea and coffee.

Arctic Superior - Outside cabin with balcony

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
XT	Arctic Superior Cabin (with Balcony)	£3,241	£5,908

High deck cabins with balcony. Spacious cabins, different sizes, flexible sleeping arrangements, some with sofabed, TV, kettle, tea and coffee.

Expedition Suite - Corner suite

Corner suite with large windows. Corner suite with large windows. Flexible sleeping arrangements, TV, minibar, bathrobe, kettle, tea and coffee, espresso maker. Without balcony.

Expedition Suite - Corner suite with balcony

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
MC	Expedition Suites: Corner Suite (with Balcony)	£4,612	£7,279

Aft Corner Suite with private balcony and hot tub. Various sizes, large windows, flexible sleeping arrangements, some with sofa, TV, minibar, bathrobe, kettle, tea and coffee, espresso maker

Expedition Suite - Large suite with balcony

Large Corner Suite with private balcony, flexible sleeping arrangements∘, sofabed, TV, minibar, bathrobe, kettle, espresso maker. Adapted for guests with wheelchair.

Expedition Suite - Suite with balcony

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
ME	Expedition Suite (with Balcony)	£3,517	£6,184

Suites with private balcony, different sizes, top-high decks, flexible sleeping arrangements, some with sofabed, TV, minibar, bathrobe, kettle, tea and coffee, espresso maker.

Expedition Suite - XL suite

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
MB	Expedition Suites: XL Suite	£4,343	£7,010

Extra Large Corner Suite∘ without balcony. Aft corner suite with sofabed, flexible sleeping arrangements, large windows, TV, minibar, bathrobe, kettle, tea and coffee, espresso maker.

Expedition Suite - XL suite with balcony

Extra Large Corner Suite∘ with private balcony. Ship’s most spacious cabins with large windows, flexible sleeping arrangements, sofabed, TV, minibar, bathrobe, kettle, tea and coffee, espresso maker.

Polar Outside - Outside cabin on lower/middle decks

Cabins on middle decks. Double bed, TV.

Polar Outside - Outside cabin on lower/middle decks

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
RR	Polar Outside Cabin (Lower/middle deck)	£2,715	£5,382

Larger cabins on middle∘ decks. Most 20 square meters, flexible sleeping arrangements, some with sofabed, TV. Please note: This cabin is automatically made with a double bed. To order twin beds, please notify us at time of booking.

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Aune Main Dining

Aune Main Dining, named after the Norwegian ship chandler and polar expedition supplier Tinus Aune.

Fredheim Restaurant

Based on the season's best ingredients, the chefs create either three-course dinners or lavish buffets. Being a coastal voyage, seafood dominates the menu, accompanied with fresh vegetables and delicately flavoured sauces. Each dinner ends with traditional desserts, like home-made cakes, puddings, berries or sorbet. Breakfast and lunch is served buffet style, while dinner is a set dinner.

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Observation Deck

The ship has spacious outdoor areas. They are perfect vantage points to sit back, relax and watch the world go by. The observation deck is located on deck 11, where you will also find the outdoor gym and running track.

Explorer Lounge & Bar

After a day of exploring new destinations, guests can relax and rejuvenate in the elegant Explorer Lounge, located on deck 10.

Library

The ship has a small selection of books on different topics that is available to guests while on board. The library is located on deck 6.

Reception

The reception is located on deck 6.

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Young Explorers’ Programme

Young Explorer is a complimentary, year-round programme on selected Hurtigruten ships for curious and active youth aged 7-13 years of age.

The children will learn about other cultures, the importance of nature in our daily lives, and the impact humans have on our delicate and beautiful planet. The Young Explorers’ Programme makes it easier to meet other children on board, bond over common activities and form lasting friendships.

A dedicated Young Explorer host and daily on-board activities

A dedicated host will plan and organise all the activities, which focus on fun and eco-friendly learning events, tailor-made to awaken a sense of adventure. All Young Explorers will get a starter pack containing a t-shirt and activity book at the beginning of their voyage. Activity book assignments are related to the different exploration topics.

There will be daily on-board activities related to different Young Explorers’ topics. Through the Young Explorers’ Programme, children will get a deeper understanding of nature, climate and culture. Depending on seasons and destinations, they will also be introduced to topics like wildlife, local food, environmental protection and famous explorers. This will give the children a sense of what it is like to be a real explorer in beautiful, untouched surroundings.

Beach clean-ups

During each Classic Round Voyage in the summer on the Norwegian Coast, we will do a beach clean-up, teach the kids about the fragile balance that exists in the natural environment, and what we can do to protect it. This is done in cooperation with the Hurtigruten Foundation and Keep Norway Beautiful. Please note that beach clean-ups can’t be conducted if it’s snowy or icy.

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Holiday Summary

	7 nights aboard the MS Roald Amundsen
	Full-board dining included
	Wine, beer & soft drinks included with lunch & dinner
	Complimentary tea and coffee
	Range of included excursions
	No gratuities
	Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
	Engaging onboard activities and lectures
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*