Diverse Cultures of South America with Machu Picchu
Diverse Cultures of South America with Machu Picchu
On this expedition cruise, you’ll explore a variety of vibrant coastal cities and towns along Chile and Peru’s Pacific Coast, from UNESCO-listed Valparaíso to La Serena, Iquique, Arica and finally Paracas. Next, fly from Lima to Cusco in the Sacred Valley and explore the many archaeological Inca sites of the area, including magnificent Machu Picchu.
Beaches and brandy
Your expedition cruise starts in the colourful Chilean city of Valparaíso and sails to La Serena, full of neo-colonial architecture and charming churches. In Iquique, you’ll head into Atacama Desert, driest in the world, to visit the old saltpetre mining town of Humberstone. Arica’s sun-drenched beaches are best viewed from atop its iconic El Morro cliff while Paracas in Peru is the place to try some pisco grape brandy, a speciality of the region.
Inca Highlights and Machu Picchu
Leaving the ship in Lima, you’ll fly to Cusco and on to your hotel in the Sacred Valley. The following morning, you’ll explore the fortress of Ollantaytambo before boarding the luxury Belmond Hiram Bingham train to ever-impressive Machu Picchu. Wander the ruins, admire its awe-inducing setting, and imagine what life must have been like here more than 500 years ago. You’ll spend the next day visiting sites around Cusco, such as the imposing Sacsayhuamán fortress, Cusco Cathedral and the Dominican Convent of Santo Domingo which were both built atop an Inca palace and temple.
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Day 1Valparaíso, Chile
Vibrant hilltop city
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Day 2La Serena, Chile
Neo-colonial and classy
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Day 3At Sea
Relax on board
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Day 4Iquique, Chile
Chile’s Premier Beach Resort
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Day 5Arica, Chile
‘City of Everlasting Spring’
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Day 6At Sea
Fresh sea air
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Day 7Paracas, Peru
Birds and brandy
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Day 8Callao/Lima/Cusco/Sacred Valley
On your way to the Sacred Valley
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Day 9Sacred Valley/Machu Picchu/Sacred Valley
‘The Lost City of the Incas’
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Day 10Sacred Valley/Cusco/Lima
Centre of the Incan Empire
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Day 11Lima
‘The City of Kings’
Departures
What’s included
Land-Programme Peru/Machu Picchu after the expedition cruise
- Two nights at Tambo del Inka Resort, including half board
- One night in Lima, including breakfast
- 3-course set lunch and dinner on day 11, 12 and packed lunch on day 10
- Return economy flight Lima-Cusco-Lima
- All transfers and train rides as described, including English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees according to programme
Expedition Cruise
- Expedition cruise in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages (house beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water) in restaurants Aune and Fredheim (on MS Roald Amundsen)
- À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Be aware that we sail in remote areas with limited connection. Streaming is not supported
- Complimentary reusable water bottle to use at water refill stations on board
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organise and accompany activities on board and ashore
- Range of included activities
Onboard Activities
- Experts on the Expedition Team deliver in-depth lectures on a variety of topics
- Use of the ship’s Science Center which has an extensive library and advanced biological and geological microscopes
- Citizen Science programme allows guests to assist with live scientific research
- Professional onboard photographer gives top tips and tricks for the best landscape and wildlife photos
- Use of the ship’s hot tubs, panoramic sauna and indoor gym. Outdoor gym, outdoor running track and infinity pool on MS Roald Amundsen only
- Informal gatherings with the crew such as daily recaps and preparation for the day to come
Landing Activities
- Loan of trekking poles and all equipment for activities
- Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition Photographers help with your camera settings before landings
Not included in your voyage
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Luggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
- Optional treatments in the onboard wellness and spa area (only on MS Roald Amundsen)
- All planned activities are subject to weather conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please make sure you meet all entry and boarding requirements
- No gratuities expected
MS Roald Amundsen
Year built | 2019 |
Shipyard | Kleven Yards |
Passenger capacity | 530 (500 in Antarctica) |
Gross tonnage | 20 889 T |
Length | 140 m |
Beam | 23,6 m |
Speed | 15 knots |
In 2019, Hurtigruten added a brand new ship to its fleet: the MS Roald Amundsen. The state of the art vessel features new and environmentally sustainable hybrid technology that will reduce fuel consumption and show the world that hybrid propulsion on large ships is possible.
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