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Machu Picchu and a South American Voyage + Buenos Aires

Enjoy the trip of a lifetime to see one of the most famous icons of the Inca world.

Why not add two nights in Buenos Aires at the end of you holiday?

On day 20 you will be transferred to your hotel in Buenos Aires for two nights. Enjoy free time to explore or relax before being taken back to the airport for your overnight flight to the UK.

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Itinerary
Ship
Cabin and Deck Plans

Machu Picchu
La Boca District in Buenos Aires
Machu Picchu, Peru
Korikancha Sun Temple, Cuzco
Plaza de Armas, Lima
Temple of Sacsayhuaman, Cuzco
Santiago de Chile
Puerto Montt
Amalia Glacier
Punta Arenas
Cape Horn Island
Montevideo

DAY 1: UK - Lima.

Fly to Lima overnight.

DAY 2: Lima.

Arrive in Lima where you will be met and transferred to your hotel for one night.

DAY 3: Lima - Cuzco.

Today, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Cuzco. On arrival you will be met and taken to your hotel for two nights. Enjoy an interesting tour of Cuzco, which will showcase the best the city has to offer including its cathedral, the Sun Temple, the fortress temple of Sacsayhuaman and Puka Pukara. (B)

DAY 4: Cuzco.

Today, enjoy a full day tour to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, which will include a visit to the Pisac Indian market, followed by lunch in a local restaurant. Afterwards, there will be a visit to Ollantaytambo ruins which will also take in the town, the shrines and the fortification. (B, L)

DAY 5: Machu Picchu.

The included Machu Picchu excursion today takes you to what is considered to be one of the most extraordinary examples of scenic architecture in the world. A guided visit to the Machu Picchu Citadel will be included followed by lunch at the Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge. (B, L, D)

DAY 6: Machu Picchu - Cuzco.

Make the most of a morning at leisure to explore independently or to perhaps take one of the optional excursions that will be available before being transferred back to Cuzco for an overnight stay. (B)

DAY 7: Cuzco - Santiago.

Today, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Santiago, via Lima. On arrival, you will be met and taken to you hotel for two nights. (B)

DAY 8: Santiago.

Santiago is a city of contrasts with traces of its Colonial past mixed with ultramodern, high-rise buildings. Today's included half day tour will take you past the Chilean University, San Francisco Church and Santa Lucia Hill, site of Santiago's foundation in 1541 and will include a visit to the historical museum, where you will learn more about Chilean history. (B)

DAY 9: Santiago - Valparaiso.

Today, you will be transferred to Valparaiso to embark your cruise ship, MS Veendam. (B, D)

DAY 10: At sea.

(B, L, D)

DAY 11: Puerto Montt.

Puerto Montt is your gateway to the scenic Lake District, a series of fragrant eucalyptus and pine forests, icy lakes, Bavarian hamlets and luminous snowcapped volcanoes. Enjoy a full day to explore or take one of the optional excursions that will be available. (B, L, D)

DAY 12: Chilean Fjords.

Witness some spectacular scenery today as we cruise along the coastline of Chile which offers up a maze of virgin-forested islands, glistening glaciers and stunning fjords that rival those in both Norway and Alaska. (B, L, D)

DAY 13: Amalia Glacier.

Sit back, relax and enjoy another day of scenic cruising as we pass one of the most spectacular glaciers in the world, Amalia Glacier which towers high above the sea. (B, L, D)

DAY 14: Punta Arenas.

The remote town of Punta Arenas, sits on rolling hills overlooking the Strait of Magellan and was once considered to be the world's southernmost city. Make the most of a full day to explore at your leisure or to join one of the interesting optional excursions that will be available. (B, L, D)

DAY 15: At sea.

(B, L, D)

DAY 16: Cape Horn.

Today, we pass Cape Horn; located at the southern end of the Tierra del Fuego archipelago it marks the north edge of the Drake Passage, the strait between South America and Antarctica. (B, L, D)

DAY 17: Port Stanley.

This morning, we arrive in Port Stanley, the capital and only true city in the Falkland Islands. Enjoy free time to explore or perhaps take an optional excursion. (B, L, D)

DAY 18 to 19: At sea.

(B, L, D)

DAY 20: Buenos Aires.

After breakfast, disembark your ship and transfer to your hotel for two nights. (B)

DAY 21: Buenos Aires.

Enjoy free time to explore. (B)

DAY 22: Buenos Aires - UK.

Transfer to the airport for your overnight flight to the UK. (B)

DAY 23: Home landing in the UK.

Accommodation on Tour

Lima: Jose Antonia; Cuzco: Sonesta Hotel Cusco; Machu Picchu: El Mapi by Inkaterra; Santiago Hotel Torremayor.

MS Veendam
Large inside cabin, MS Veendam
Large outside cabin, MS Veendam
Verandah Suite, MS Veendam
Rotterdam dining room, MS Veendam
Pinnacle Grill Restaurant, MS Veendam
Lido Restaurant, MS Veendam
Crow's Nest Lounge, MS Veendam
Champagne & Wine Bar, MS Veendam
Pool area, MS Veendam
Rubens Show Lounge, MS Veendam
Relaxation area in Greenhouse Centre, MS Veendam
Culinary Arts Centre, MS Veendam
Fitness Centre, MS Veendam

MS Veendam

Elegant and refined, the well-proportioned MS Veendam is a stylish, comfortable and luxurious ship, equipped with ultra-modern technology and an excellent array of amenities. Designed with a tasteful floral theme throughout, the spacious public areas are adorned with artworks and antiques such as paintings by Irish artist Wout Muller, a rare tosei gusoku suit of samurai armour, and a stunning three-storey glass sculpture in the atrium. With an excellent selection of facilities and amenities on board, from wide teak decks for strolling to panoramic ocean views from the lavish Rubens Lounge balcony, MS Veendam easily accommodates 1,258 guests in comfortable, well-designed staterooms and provides the best in service, fine dining, and luxurious ocean cruising.

Public Rooms & Facilities

2 swimming pools (one with sliding glass roof); 2 whirlpools; two-tiered Rotterdam dining room; Lido Restaurant; Pinnacle Grill; Terrace Grill; 5 bars including Piano and Wine tasting; 3 lounges; internet cafe; Rubens show lounge; tennis and basketball courts; spa and beauty salon; thermal suite; fitness centre and aerobics; Wajang Theatre and Culinary Arts Centre; shops and boutiques; observation deck; casino; art and photo galleries; launderette; lifts; reception.

Dining

Your cruise includes full board. There is a choice of dining venues on board: the main Rotterdam dining area has set dining for new 'dine as you wish' arrangements and a good selection of different menus. Casual dining is available in the Lido Restaurant most evenings with three courses of fresh, cooked-to-order specialities, or guests may enjoy elegant, sophisticated dining in the reservations-only Pinnacle Grill (additional cover charge per person applied to ship board account). Between meals there's the complimentary ice cream bar and after dinner there is the famous late night snack. Vegetarian or kosher meals and any special dietary requirements should be requested at the time of booking. Please note, we will automatically book early dining unless otherwise requested.

Cabins

All cabins have twin or queen size beds (or one sofa bed and one Pullman bed); air-conditioning/climate control; flat-panel TV; DVD player; telephone; music system; and 24-hour room service. Inside cabins have a shower only while outside cabins have a shower and bathtub. Your holiday price is based on a category K inside cabin or you may choose to upgrade.

Options/Upgrades

Cabin Categories & Descriptions:

K Large inside lower deck cabin

EE Large outside lower deck cabin with picture window

E Large outside lower deck cabin with picture window

DD Large outside middle deck cabin with obstructed view

DA Large outside lower deck cabin with picture window

D Large outside lower/middle deck cabin with picture window

C Large outside lower/middle deck cabin with picture window

B Verandah Suite with whirlpool bath; sitting area; private verandah; minibar; fridge; floor-to-ceiling windows

Tipping

A gratuity of $11 per person per day for dining and cabin services will be automatically added to your shipboard account on a daily basis. A 15% service charge will be automatically added to your bar charges and dining room wine account.

MS Veendam

MS Veendam Sky & Sports Decks
MS Veendam Lido Deck
MS Veendam Navigation Deck
MS Veendam Verandah Deck
MS Veendam Upper Promenade Deck
MS Veendam Promenade Deck
MS Veendam Lower Promenade Deck
MS Veendam Main Deck
MS Veendam A Deck

Category EE A Deck large outside stateroom with 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, and picture window

Category E Main or A Deck large outside stateroom with 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, and picture window

Category DD Lower Promenade Deck large outside stateroom with 2 lower bedsconvertible to 1 queen-size bed, and picture window with partial sea views

Category DA Main Deck large outside stateroom with 2 lower bedsconvertible to 1 queen-size bed, and picture window

Category D Main Deck large outside stateroom with 2 lower bedsconvertible to 1 queen-size bed, and picture window

Category C Lower Promenade Deck large outside stateroom with 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, and picture window

Category B Verandah Deck Verandah Suite with 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, whirlpool bath, sitting area, minibar, fridge, private verandah, and floor to ceiling windows

Holiday Availability

Unfortunately we do not currently have any available departure dates for this holiday. For more information about possible future departures or suitable alternative holidays please contact us using the number at the top of the page or view one of the Other Holiday Choices