VALENCIA, Calif., Sept. 25,
2024 /PRNewswire/ — Cunard has revealed it will
offer up to five-day shore excursions upon its highly anticipated
return to South America next
year.
The luxury cruise line will operate in the region for the first
time since 2020 with Queen
Victoria’s 78-night South America Discovery voyage,
roundtrip from Southampton. The
sailing will depart the south coast on January 9, 2025.
The voyage will call at several iconic destinations such as
Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Patagonia, the Chilean fjords,
Callao and Salvador. An extensive
range of excursions is on offer, including:
- Four-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.
- Five-day Overland to 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.
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.
Features a city tour taking in the key sights, such as Carlos
Gomes Avenue, Campo Grande Square and Sete de Setembro Avenue.
Begins with a scenic drive to the Plaza Mayor, the main square,
and the Santo Domingo Convent, constructed in the 16th century.
From here, the excursion visits the modern suburbs of San Isidro
and Miraflores.
- Off the Beaten Track to Codpa Village
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.
Guests can spend approximately five hours relaxing on Copacabana
Beach.
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.
Matthew Gleaves, Vice President,
Commercial – North America and
Australia said: “Our South America
shore experiences allow guests to immerse themselves in the
region’s rich history, vibrant culture and breathtaking landscapes.
Each itinerary has been thoughtfully curated to offer a blend of
iconic landmarks and lesser known hidden gems ensuring our guests
can truly experience the unique beauty of South America.”
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.
About Cunard
Cunard is a luxury British cruise line,
renowned for creating unforgettable experiences around the world.
Cunard has been a leading operator of passenger ships since 1840,
celebrating an incredible 184 years of operation. The Cunard
experience is built on fine dining, hand-selected entertainment,
and outstanding White Star service. From a partnership with a
two-Michelin starred chef, to inspiring guest speakers, to world
class theatre productions, every detail has been meticulously
crafted to make the experience unforgettable. A pioneer in
transatlantic journeys and round world voyages, destinations sailed
to also include Europe, the
Caribbean, Alaska, the Far East and Australia.
There are currently four Cunard ships, Queen Mary 2, Queen
Elizabeth, Queen Victoria and
new ship, Queen Anne, entered
service in May 2024. This investment
is part of the company’s ambitious plans for the future of Cunard
globally and will be the first time since 1999 that Cunard will
have four ships in simultaneous service. Cunard is based at
Carnival House in Southampton and
has been owned since 1998 by Carnival Corporation
& plc. www.cunard.com (NYSE/LSE: CCL;
NYSE:CUK).
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