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Lindblad Expeditions Cruises, Atlantic Odyssey, Cruise Vacation Package

Duration: 19 Days / 18 Nights
Priced From: $5,990 pp Dbl. Occ. 
Dates: Sep, Oct
Ship: National Geographic Endeavour





Experience a leisurely, old-style crossing as we sail from the heart of Old World Lisbon, lively capital of Portugal and historic point of departure for the great maritime explorers of Renaissance times: Vasco da Gama, Cabral and Magellan. As our Atlantic Odyssey heads westward in the wake of Columbus, we explore Madeira, famed for its wine, the less-visited islands of the Canaries and the volcanic Cape Verde Islands. We cross the tropical ocean, with our Naturalists watching for marine life and providing a full program of talks on the history, geology and marine life of the Atlantic Ocean. The beautiful natural harbor of Salvador, Brazil is our final stop.


Itinerary

Day 1 — U.S./Portugal.

Fly overnight to Lisbon.

Day 2 — Lisbon, Portugal/Embark Ship
Arrive this morning in Lisbon, Portugal’s capital city. Before lunch there is time for a scenic overview of the city’s 17th-century architecture and tiled roofs, including the Monastery of Jeronimos and the Belem Tower, a World Heritage Site. Embark National Geographic Endeavour. (L,D)

Day 3 — At Sea
During our first day at sea, we have a chance to relax and settle in to shipboard life. Prepare for Madeira by brushing up on the Age of Exploration with talks from our staff. (B,L,D)

Day 4-5 — Funchal, Madiera, Portugal
First settled by the Portuguese in 1418, Madeira’s enchanting scenery, abundant flora and equable climate have made it a subtropical Eden. Arrive in Funchal, the capital, which has the feeling of an open-air museum with its 15th- through 18th-century architecture and winding streets. Stroll the colorful marketplace, explore the Botanical Gardens and the Museum of Sacred Art. Then see a performance of authentic Fado singing and have a traditional lunch, sampling Madeira’s legendary namesake wine, prized by connoisseurs. (B,L,D)

Day  6-7 — La Palma & La Gomera, Canary Islands
Known to ancient geographers as the Fortunate Islands, these agriculturally rich islands have occupied a central place in the history of Atlantic exploration. Las Palmas is known as isla bonita, the “pretty isle,” for its lushly forested mountain slopes set against azure waters. We head up to La Mirador de La Concepcion on the edge of a small crater for beautiful views overlooking the town, and visit the Church of Our Lady of the Snows, with its fusion of Baroque and Spanish-Moorish architecture. On the unspoiled island of La Gomera, we visit the house in which Columbus lived as his ships took supplies. We spend time at the Parque Nacional de Garajonay to hike and stretch our legs. (B,L,D)

Day 8-9 — At Sea
Crossing the Tropic of Cancer (B,L,D)

Day 10-11 — Cape Verde Islands
Oct. 22-23 - Cape Verde Islands During the eighteenth century, when the Atlantic slave trade was at its height, tens of thousands of African slaves crossed the Atlantic annually. The Cape Verde Islands, 600 miles off the coast of West Africa, were central to this story. Today it is one of the world’s smallest independent nations, whose rich traditions link to three continents. The island of Santo Antao has a variety of landscapes: terraced hillsides and deep valleys. We drive through cypress and eucalyptus forest to explore Ribeira Grande, one of the greenest valleys. On the island of Fogo—Portuguese for “fire”—we take a breathtaking drive over 5,000 feet up into the caldera of the volcano that gives the island its name. We have the unique opportunity to sample the local wine at its source: inside the caldera of the ancient volcano! (B,L,D)

Day 12-16 — Sail the Atlantic Ocean/Equator Crossing
Upon leaving the Cape Verdes, we cross the equator and celebrate our passage into the southern hemisphere. During your days at sea, plan to engage in a variety of activities. Reading in the ship’s library, searching for whales and dolphins, enjoying a rejuvenating massage with our licensed therapist, working out in the gym, listening to talks from our Expedition Team, learning about marine exploration from our Undersea Specialist—or simply relaxing. (B,L,D)

Day 17 — At Sea/Salvador, Brazil (B,L,D)

Day 18 — Salvador/Disembark
Salvador marks the completion of our odyssey. We disembark and explore the city’s European, African and native Brazilian influences as seen in the pastel-colored baroque buildings and narrow streets of the Old City. After lunch, we head to the airport for an overnight flight home. (B,L)

Day 19 — Arrive U.S.
Cost Includes: All accommodations aboard ship, all meals aboard ship and as indicated, all shore excursions and sightseeing, entrance fees, special access permits, transfers to and from group flights, use of kayaks, tips (except to ship’s crew), taxes and service charges, services of a ship physician and services of our expedition staff. Not Included: Air transportation, extensions, passport, visa, security fees, Brazilian visa fee, meals not indicated, baggage/accident/travel protection plan, items of a personal nature, such as alcoholic beverages, email, laundry. Gratuities to ship’s crew at your discretion. Sample Airfares: NY/Lisbon, return Salvador/Miami Economy: from $1,750, Business: from $5,400

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