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16 Days 2009 Christmas Cruise Tour Package
Duration: 16 Days / 16 Nights
Priced From: $5995 pp dbl. occ.
Dates: Dec
The World's Coolest Shortcut: Nearly a million ships have passed through the mighty locks of the Panama Canal since opening in 1914. Venture down southern California to the coast of Mexico and across the Caribbean to Florida. Join us aboard the luxurious MS Amsterdam as we cruise the tropical ocean waters through the infamous Panama Canal.
Trip Highlights
- Journey to a rainforest and marvel at lush mangroves and abundant wildlife in Puerto Chiapas
- Explore jungles, birdlife and observe nesting grounds of endangered sea turtles in Huatulco
- Sip on a cold cerveza on a waterfront cafe while watching the ships slip under the bridge of the Americas
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Depart home.
Meals: O
Day 2 - Buenos Aires, Argentina
Embark.
Ship: Crystal Symphony
Meals: D
Day 3 - Buenos Aires, Argentina
Overnight.
Ship: Crystal Symphony
Meals: BLD
Day 4 - Montevideo, Uruguay
Montevideo City Tour. This tour through the city takes you past Montevideo's prominent buildings, parks and monuments. Returning to the ship along the Rambla or waterfront, you will pass many of the city's beautiful beaches as well as the Graff Spee Monument.
Ship: Crystal Symphony
Meals: BLD
Day 5 - Cruising the South Atlantic Ocean
Today we are at sea cruising the South Atlantic Ocean.
Ship: Crystal Symphony
Meals: BLD
Day 6 - Puerto Madryn, Argentina
Patagonian Wildlife Exploration. During this excursion crossing the narrow isthmus Ameghino for a circle tour of the Peninsula de Valdés Integral Animal Reserve to see amazing species like sea lion colonies, sea elephants and sea lions.
Ship: Crystal Symphony
Meals: BLD
Day 7 - Cruising the South Atlantic Ocean
Today we are at sea cruising the South Atlantic Ocean.
Ship: Crystal Symphony
Meals: BLD
Day 8 - Falkland Islands/Port Stanley, UK
Falklands battlefields excursion. Take in the sights of this small, but colourful city on a drive about Stanley. Tour the Britannia House Museum for a look at island history. See the landmarks including Christ Church Cathedral, the 1982 Liberation Monument and historic wrecks littering the harbour.
Ship: Crystal Symphony
Meals: BLD
Day 9/13 - Cruising the Drake Passage / Antarctica / South Atlantic Ocean
Ship: Crystal Symphony
Meals: BLD
Day 14 - Cruising Cape Horn / Ushuaia, Argentina
Overnight.
Ship: Crystal Symphony
Meals: BLD
Day 15 - Ushuaia, Argentina
Tierra del Fuego National Park Exploration. Today we stop in Ushuaia, the world's southern most city, where we disembark and have time to explore the Parcque Nacional Tierra del Fuego.
Ship: Crystal Symphony
Meals: BLD
Day 16 - Punta Arenas, Chile
Introduction to a Penguin Colony.Visiting Otway Sound, the site of a remote colony of Magellanic penguins. The largest species of warm-water penguins is named after Magellan, who in 1519 was the first European to see one.
Ship: Crystal Symphony
Meals: BLD
Day 17/18 - Cruising the Chilean Fjords
Ship: Crystal Symphony
Meals: BLD
Day 19 - Puerto Montt, Chile
Lake Country Landscapes. Visit the Petrohue Falls and explore Frutillar with its timbered, gabled houses and German bakeries selling kuchen. Tour the German Settlers Museum and take in views of Mt. Osorno and Lake Llanquihue at Puerto Varas, Chile's City of Roses.
Ship: Crystal Symphony
Meals: BLD
Day 20 - Cruising the South Pacific Ocean
Today we are cruising the South Pacific Ocean.
Ship: Crystal Symphony
Meals: BLD
Day 21 - Valparaíso, Chile
Disembark.
Ship: Crystal Symphony
Meals: BLD
Day 22
Arrive home.
Luxury Hotels & Renowned Ships
MS Amsterdam: The luxurious 61, 000-ton, 1380-guest high deluxe five star plus cruise ship belongs to one of the highest rated cruise lines of the world. The MS Amsterdam combines the latest in shipbuilding technology with artistry, personalized touches and superior service. Dutch Heritage and tradition is clearly displayed throughout the ship in original Art Deco pieces. Onboard amenities include culinary arts centre, three sophisticated restaurants, luxurious lounges for cocktails and entertainment, fitness centre, salon and spa, coffee house, elegant staterooms, most with private verandahs.
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Phone: 1-800-330-8820 or 1-415-446-5252
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