Sarah Bretz, ContributorBritish cruise line Cunard has announced it will offer up to five-day shore excursions upon its return to South America next year.
Cunard will operate in the region for the first time since 2020 with Queen Victoria‘s 78-night South America Discovery voyage sailing roundtrip from Southampton. The sailing will depart on January 9, 2025.
The itinerary will include calls at iconic destinations including Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Patagonia, the Chilean fjords, Callao, and Salvador.
South America Excursions
4 day overland to Machu Picchu
A trip into Peru’s mountains to visit Machu Picchu. Includes a visit to an Andean village of flowers for a personal encounter with the Quechua-speaking locals, before a train journey to Machu Picchu. Also includes the fortress of Sacsayhuaman and sacred site of Koricancha.
5 day overland to the Galapagos
An opportunity to discover the wildlife of the Galapagos Islands. Days three and four feature a full-day boat, with options on the day including the islands of Bartolome, Seymour & Bachas, Plazas & Punta Carrion, Santa Fe, Floreana or Isabela. Ends with a visit to Twin Craters in the highlands of Santa Cruz Island.
4 day Iguassa Falls
Includes a panoramic tour of Salvador and white water rafting, helicopter trips over the Iguassa gorge and jungle treks to view wildlife, including toucans and giant butterflies. This is followed by visits to both the Argentinian and Brazilian sides of the falls for scenic walks.
Snapshot of Salvador
Features a city tour taking in the key sights, such as Carlos Gomes Avenue, Campo Grande Square and Sete de Setembro Avenue.
Off the Beaten Track to Codpa Village
Begins with a drive through the Atacama Desert and a visit to the Presencias Tutelares art sculptures. Guests will then visit Codpa Village, located on the River Vitor. Upon arrival they will sample a glass of Pintatani wine before embarking on a walking tour.
Best of Rio
A guided tour includes a ride along Rio’s Guanabara Bay before guests ascend via cable car to Sugar Loaf Mountain. Also includes a drive along Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon beaches, before taking in the Statue of Christ the Redeemer at the top of Corcovado Mountain, via cogwheel railway.
Copacabana Beach
Guests can spend approximately five hours relaxing on Copacabana Beach.
Sunset Schooner Cruise
This three-hour cruise travels along the coastline of Rio de Janeiro, passing by the beaches of Flamengo, Botafogo and Urca, as well as offering views of Sugar Loaf Mountain and the Niterói beaches.
Highlights of Montecristi and Manta
A guided tour from Manta to Montecristi, home of the Toquilla hat. Once in Montecristi, guests will see a weaving demo where a guide will explain the process of how the hats are made.
Sights of Buenos Aires and Dinner and Tango Show
A comprehensive tour of the Argentinian capital followed by dinner and a tango show.
The 78-night South America voyage will also feature a World Voyage cocktail party, a shoreside Gala event, a unique commemorative gift for guests, and a World Voyage concierge.
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