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| 11th11 | OctOct | 202323 | Lisbon, Portugal, embark on the Scenic Eclipse | | |
| Set on seven hills on the banks of the River Tagus, Lisbon has been the capital of Portugal since the 13th century. It is a city famous for its majestic architecture, old wooden trams, Moorish features and more than twenty centuries of history. Following disastrous earthquakes in the 18th century, Lisbon was rebuilt by the Marques de Pombal who created an elegant city with wide boulevards and a great riverfront and square, Praça do Comércio. Today there are distinct modern and ancient sections, combining great shopping with culture and sightseeing in the Old Town, built on the city's terraced hillsides. The distance between the ship and your tour vehicle may vary. This distance is not included in the excursion grades. Welcome to Lisbon where your journey into wonder begins with a warm greeting by the crew as you step on board Scenic Eclipse. Please book your flight to arrive into Lisbon prior to 02:00 PM. |
| 12th12 | OctOct | 202323 | At Sea | | |
| 13th13 | OctOct | 202323 | Porto Santo Island, Portugal | | |
| Claiming to have one of Europe's finest golden-sand beaches, Porto Santo is a haven of gold and blue, relaxation and rest. Porto Santos famous 9km long beach is said to have curative powers, with sand and waters are rich in iodine, calcium and magnesium, making them highly beneficial for treating rheumatism and bone diseases. Enjoy your day here at leisure before sailing to Funchal. Freechoice: Jeep Tour: Enjoy a Jeep Safari, discovering some of the best and most unforgettable landscapes. Appreciate the geology and fauna in the Southeast part of the island with a network of volcanic ducts and some of the rarest volcanic formations in the world. Continue to Quinta das Palmeiras, where exotic birds can be observed while tasting some local wine. Tour of the Island: Join a local guide and experience the charms of the island during this coach tour. See Portela, Campos de Golfe and Moinho das Lombas. Visit a traditional windmill and the botanical garden, a true oasis where a variety of fauna and flora can be observed while savouring a glass of traditional Porto Santo wine. Continue to Portela viewpoint, with a magnificent panoramic view of the island. Explore Casa Colombo museum, before some time at leisure in the city centre. Walking tour of Porto Santo: See the highlights of Porto Santo with a local guide. Pass by the town of Moledo, surrounding the tallest point of the island, Pico do Facho,. Enjoy a fantastic 360 degree view of Porto Santo. Continue towards Pico do Castelo, zig zagging to the viewpoint and see a small 17th century fortress used to protect the population from very common pirate attacks. Enrich This evening arrive in Funchal for a special event Experience the expression of the sublime and the beautiful in this classical music concert by the Madeira Orchestra. Hosted at the historic church Satildeo Joatildeo Evangelista do Colégio, enjoy one of the most beautiful monuments of the 17th century. It's construction work marks the transition from international mannerism to Portuguese baroque. This beautiful work of the Jesuits presents a gilded carving, considered as one of the most valuable Portuguese pieces of the 1600's. |
| 14th14 | OctOct | 202323 | Funchal, Madeira, Portugal | | |
| Formed by a volcanic eruption, Madeira lies in the Gulf Stream, about 500 miles due west of Casablanca. Discovered by Portuguese explorer João Gonçalves Zarco in 1419, this beautiful island became part of Portugal’s vast empire and was named for the dense forest which cloaked it - 'Madeira' means 'wood' in Portuguese. Sugar plantations first brought wealth here, and when King Charles II of England granted an exclusive franchise to sell wine to England and its colonies, many British emigrants were drawn to the capital, Funchal. Today’s travellers come to Madeira for the varied and luxuriant scenery, from mountain slopes covered with vines to picturesque villages and a profusion of wild flowers. The natural beauty of the island has earned it many pseudonyms such as ‘The Floating Garden of the Atlantic’, 'The Island of Eternal Springtime' and ‘God’s Botanical Gardens’ and our selection of excursions aim to show you why. Madeira sits in the Atlantic Ocean at the top of an extinct underwater volcano. The capital Funchal is nestled in a great natural amphitheatre, facing the Atlantic against a dramatic mountain backdrop. Today choose one of our Scenic Freechoice activities or join a more active Scenic Discovery excursion. Freechoice: Botanical Gardens Funchal: Enjoy a tour through the botanical gardens, where there are more than 2,000 plants, including flora from the Himalayas & succulents from South America. Take a ride in the traditional wicker toboggans down the hill back towards the port to re-join your coach back to Scenic Eclipse. Tour of Island with Visit to Sugarcane Factory: Drive towards the third highest peak on Madiera Island, Pico do Areeiro. After viewing Madiera Island from above the clouds, your local guide will take you to Porto da Cruz, and the local sugarcane rum factory. Enjoy tasting of local rum and traditional cake. Finish with a walk along one of the few beaches of the island with panoramic views over the Atlantic Ocean and spectacular rock formations. Câmara de Lobos and Cabo Girao Skywalk: Explore the charming city of Câmara de Lobos, this city owes its fame to the fishermen who paint the bay with their picturesque and very distinctive boats - the 'xavelhas'. Continue to Cabo Giratildeo where you'll have a magnificent view from the suspended glass platform. At Pico dos Barcelos, enjoy the splendid panoramic view over Funchal with Desertas Island in the background, at an altitude of 355 meters above sea level. Funchal Madeira Wine Tour: Enjoy Funchal, the capital of Madeira, on a city tour with a local guide. Picturesquely situated, the city harbours sub-tropical gardens and a rich history. Visit Mercado dos Lavradores Funchal Farmers Market to see fruits and fresh vegetables and products from the island. The tour continues with a visit and a wine tasting at Blandy's Madeira winery, a family owned business with over 200 years of experience in producing the finest quality Madeira wines. |
| 15th15 | OctOct | 202323 | Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain | | |
| The largest of the Canary Islands, Tenerife is a beautiful and scenic island which enjoys year-round sunshine and is dominated by Mount Teide. The mountain range runs through the centre of the island, with fertile valleys on the northern side. In the central part of the range is the gigantic natural crater of the Cañadas del Teide, about 14 miles in diameter. Santa Cruz, the island’s pretty capital, was originally a small fishing village but has now grown into a modern city, and also contains 16th-century civic buildings and ornate private mansions. Near the pier is the Santa Cruz Palmetum, a Botanical Garden covering an area of 29 acres, specialising in palms. Santa Cruz de Tenerife is a beautiful city situated in the Canary archipelago. Discover the wide avenues, squares, modernist architecture, beautiful beaches and exotic landscaped gardens. Today choose one of our Scenic Freechoice activities or join a more active Scenic Discovery excursion. Freechoice: Del Teide Tour: Your local guide will lead you up the mountains through the pine tree forest until you reach La Tarta viewpoint. This formation has been nicknamed 'the Cake' thanks to its many coloured layers. Continue towards the National Park of Cańadas del Teide. The contrasting environment is bizarre, with the inside of the crater is almost always in sun, while the area surrounding it is almost always foggy. Enjoy time at leisure at Parador de Cańadas del Teide before driving to the impressive Roques de García. Culture & History Tour: In the southeast of Tenerife, find the Pyramids of Güímar Ethnographic Park. The site has been built around the six stepped pyramids found in the region. Next, visit the Poisonous Garden, a curious place that houses some of the most dangerous plants in the world, and meet more than 70 species. Afterwards, travel to the town of La Candelaria, and visit Basilica of Our Lady of Candelaria to learn about the history of this temple next to the sea, and see the famous La Morenita. Landscapes of Tenerife: See the best sceneries of the north of Tenerife during this half-day excursion. Your local guide will take you through the Orotava Valley, overlooked by the peak of nearby Mount Teide. Visit the Garańona viewpoint and enjoy the view of the cliffs of the Acentejo coast, with the impressive black sand beach of la Garańona. Continue to the Humboldt Lookout. Bursting with colour, get a birds-eye view of landscapes from vineyards to banana plantation. Finish at the Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife's top tourist hub before heading back to Scenic Eclipse. The North by Jeep: Hit the road and let the adventure begin. Start by visiting some of the most eye catching points in the Orotava Valley. Drive to the National Park Las Cańadas del Teide, one of the largest craters in the world and offers wild volcanic formations of solidified lava masses in a unique "lunar landscape". The adventures continue heading to some of the most spectacular points in Teide National Park. On our way back to Scenic Eclipse, you will make a final stop in Montańa Grande viewpoint to admire the astonishing views. |
| 16th16 | OctOct | 202323 | At Sea | | |
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| 18th18 | OctOct | 202323 | Porto Novo, Santo Antão Island, Cape Verde | | |
| Porto Novo, the second largest city on Santo Antão, is located in the dry southeast of the island. A dusty wind blows constantly here. You can explore the main street with its former mansions, a little church, markets that have local fish, grogue and fresh goat cheese for sale, shops and-of course-the harbour. At the back of the town is the 2,000m-high Topo de Coroa, which is a fairly easy climb and has magnificent 360-degree views. Around the town, family-owned farms grow fruit and vegetables which are sold at regular markets in the town. There are some old churches from the Portuguese era, as well as a couple of elegant squares with pleasant bars and cafés, from which to watch the world go by. The island of Santo Antatildeo is a cross between Morocco and the Himalayas. With immense volcanic walls, towering green peaks, and perfectly farmed terraced valleys, this island is relatively untouched by tourism. Porto Novo began as a fishing village, and was only recognised as a city in 2005. Explore the colonial history of the capital of Santo Antatildeo and maybe sample the famous "grogue', Cape Verde rum. Today, explore through a Scenic Freechoice activity or join a more active Scenic Discovery excursion. Freechoice: Green Island: Enjoy a driving tour to witness the spectacular and wild nature of the island. See the Cova Crater, where the island was formed. Follow the former trade route through the island's bizarre mountains and tropical lushness into the valley of Paul. Visit a traditional Grogue (rum) distillery, and taste the local produce. Dry Valley: Leave the coast behind as your local guide takes you to the driest part of the island to see the unique rock formations left behind by volcanic eruptions. Enjoy the breath-taking view of two valleys at Selada de Altomira before visiting a socio-cultural tourism and agriculture project. Walk through the fields of tropical plants and enjoy a coffee break before returning to Scenic Eclipse. The Nature: Lean back and enjoy while this driving tour takes you through the wild nature of this original island. Visit the volcanic crater called Cova with its agricultural plantations. Enjoy spectacular views while driving along the former trade route. After a traditional lunch in a fishing village, visit the greenest part of the archipelago and get to know about the local's favourite - a liqueur called Grogue before returning to Scenic Eclipse. Discovery: Hiking Experience: With a local expert, hike along the former trading route taking in the splendid nature, views into spectacular valleys and small settlements. Pass by the colonial village Ribeira Grande, and into the valley for a picnic in the silence of nature. |
| 19th19 | OctOct | 202323 | At Sea | | |
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| 24th24 | OctOct | 202323 | Salvador de Bahia, Brazil | | |
| According to Salvador's adopted son Jorge Amado, "In Salvador, magic becomes part of the every-day." From the shimmering golden light of sunset over the Baía do Todos os Santos, to the rhythmic beats that race along the streets, Salvador, while no longer Brazil's capital, remains one of its most captivating cities. A large dose of its exoticism comes down to its African heritage—at least 70% of its 2,675,000 population is classified as Afro-Brazilian—and how it has blended into Brazil's different strands, from the native Indians to the Christian colonizers. Salvadorans may tell you that you can visit a different church every day of the year, which is almost true—the city has about 300. Churches whose interiors are covered with gold leaf were financed by the riches of the Portuguese colonial era, when slaves masked their traditional religious beliefs under a thin Catholic veneer. And partly thanks to modern-day acceptance of those beliefs, Salvador has become the fount of Candomblé, a religion based on personal dialogue with the orixás, a family of African deities closely linked to nature and the Catholic saints. The influence of Salvador's African heritage on Brazilian music has also turned the city into one of the musical capitals of Brazil, resulting in a myriad of venues to enjoy live music across the city, along with international acclaim for exponents like Gilberto Gil, Caetano Veloso, and Daniela Mercury. Salvador's economy today is focused on telecommunications and tourism. The still-prevalent African culture draws many tourists—this is the best place in Brazil to hear African music, learn or watch African dance, and see capoeira, a martial art developed by slaves. In the district of Pelourinho, many colorful 18th- and 19th-century houses remain, part of the reason why this is the center of the tourist trade. Salvador sprawls across a peninsula surrounded by the Baía de Todos os Santos on one side and the Atlantic Ocean on the other. The city has about 50 km (31 miles) of coastline. The original city, referred to as the Centro Histórica (Historical Center), is divided into the Cidade Alta (Upper City), also called Pelourinho, and Cidade Baixa (Lower City). The Cidade Baixa is a commercial area—known as Comércio—that runs along the port and is the site of Salvador's indoor market, Mercado Modelo. You can move between the upper and lower cities on foot, via the landmark Elevador Lacerda, behind the market, or on the Plano Inclinado, a funicular lift, which connects Rua Guindaste dos Padres on Comércio with the alley behind Cathedral Basílica. From the Cidade Histórica you can travel north along the bay to the hilltop Igreja de Nosso Senhor do Bonfim. You can also head south to the point, guarded by the Forte Santo Antônio da Barra, where the bay waters meet those of the Atlantic. This area on Salvador's southern tip is home to the trendy neighborhoods of Barra, Ondina, and Rio Vermelho, with many museums, theaters, shops, and restaurants. Beaches along the Atlantic coast and north of Forte Santo Antônio da Barra are among the city's cleanest. Many are illuminated at night and have bars and restaurants that stay open late. With a colourful history as the first capital of Brazil in 1549 to the notoriety of the first slave market trading in the New World, Salvador de Bahia is unique. Mixed cultures from Portuguese to African slaves and the native Amerindians provide a fascinating blend of history, culture, architecture and lifestyles. Freechoice: Historic Salvador: Get a glimpse of the Salvador de Bahia's intriguing cultural mix of African and European heritage. Your local guide will show you both the historic and modern sections of the city. Pass by Castro Alves Square in the historic center, where Brazil's best-preserved colonial architecture is located. Proceed on a walking tour of the area, passing by City Hall, Lacerda Elevators, and Palacio Rio Branco. Continue to the stunning Cathedral Basilica de Salvador for a visit. Admire the opulent interior features of the Satildeo Francisco Church and walk through the Pelourinho Square. Back on the coach, pass by the Dique do Tororó on the way to Farol da Barra lighthouse before re-joining Scenic Eclipse. African Religion : race the African roots of Salvador on a city tour combining the residential areas and the older Historical Center of Salvador, the Pelourinho area. Visit the Afro-Brazilian Museum, the Church of Our Lady of the Rosary, and the the intimate Bahian Gastronomy Museum. View the artificial lagoon in Dique do Tororo Park, where you can see the "Orixás Sculptures", and stop at the Satildeo Joaquim Market, the most important market for Salvador's history. Panoramic Salvador: Enjoy a panoramic tour of Salvador, the first capital of Brazil, including a drive through the 'Low City' and along the best part of the coastline. Stop at Sacred Hill and visit the Church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim. Continue along the edge of the Dique do Tororó lagoon and pass through the Bohemien district of Rio Vermelho and Ondina. Arrive at the Farol da Barra lighthouse, a spectacular location for photos before visiting the famous Mercado Modelo market, the largest handicraft market in the city. Percussion & Capoeira Lesson: Capoeira is a unique African-Brazilian martial art, a blend of sport, martial arts skills, dance, folklore, music, theatre and philosophy. Combining singing with percussion, Capoeira music provides energy and rhythm to the game. Tales are told through songs sung in Portuguese, which convey Brazilian history and the history of Capoeira. Meet the Master that will explain more about the tradition, showing all the physical and mental benefits that this art promotes. Learn and understand basic techniques to take advantage in your own life. |
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| 27th27 | OctOct | 202323 | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, disembark the Scenic Eclipse | | |
| Welcome to the Cidade Maravilhosa, or the Marvelous City, as Rio is known in Brazil. Synonymous with the girl from Ipanema, the dramatic views from Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado mountain, and fabulously flamboyant Carnival celebrations, Rio is a city of stunning architecture, abundant museums, and marvelous food. Rio is also home to 23 beaches, an almost continuous 73-km (45-mile) ribbon of sand.As you leave the airport and head to Rio's beautiful Zona Sul (the touristic South Zone), you'll drive for about 40 minutes on a highway from where you'll begin to get a sense of the dramatic contrast between beautiful landscape and devastating poverty. In this teeming metropolis of 12 million people (6.2 million of whom live in Rio proper), the very rich and the very poor live in uneasy proximity. You'll drive past seemingly endless cinder-block favela, but by the time you reach Copacabana's breezy, sunny Avenida Atlântica—flanked on one side by white beach and azure sea and on the other by condominiums and hotels—your heart will leap with expectation as you begin to recognize the postcard-famous sights. Now you're truly in Rio, where cariocas (Rio residents) and tourists live life to its fullest.Enthusiasm is contagious in Rio. Prepare to have your senses engaged and your inhibitions untied. Rio seduces with a host of images: the joyous bustle of vendors at Sunday's Feira Hippie (Hippie Fair); the tipsy babble at sidewalk cafés as patrons sip their last glass of icy beer under the stars; the blanket of lights beneath the Pão de Açúcar (Sugarloaf Mountain); the bikers, joggers, strollers, and power walkers who parade along the beach each morning. Borrow the carioca spirit for your stay; you may find yourself reluctant to give it back. Rio de Janeiro signals the end of your cruise as you disembark after breakfast taking away memories of your adventures. Please book your flight to depart out of Rio de Janeiro after 12:00 PM. The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Scenic cannot guarantee the cruise will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions for further information. |
