17 nights. Peru, Ecuador, Panama, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico

Day 3

At sea

Day 4

quito (manta), ecuador

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 17:00

Day 5

At sea

Day 6

panama city, panama

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 20:00

Day 7

At sea

Day 8

puntarenas, costa rica

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 17:00

Day 9

At sea

Day 10

acajutla - el salvador

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 17:00

Day 11

puerto quetzal,guatamala

Arrival: 06:00 - Departure: 16:00

Day 12

huatulco, mexico

Arrival: 12:00 - Departure: 18:00

Day 13

acapulco, mexico

Arrival: 08:30 - Departure: 16:00

Day 14

manzanillo, mexico

Arrival: 10:00 - Departure: 18:00

Day 15

mazatlan, mexico

Arrival: 11:00 - Departure: 19:00

Day 16

cabo san lucas, mexico

Arrival: 07:30 - Departure: 15:30

Day 17

At sea

Day 18

san diego, california

Arrival: 07:00

Day 1

lima, (callao) peru

Departure: 18:00

Lima is the capital of Peru and its largest city. Most people just use Lima as a gate to Cuzco, Arequipa or Amazonas, but Lima, dubbed the City of the Kings, has lots to offer visitor. It is a city with many interesting historical sites, monumental colonial architecture and old world charm.Plaza Mayor or Plaza de Armas is in the heart of the Historic Centre of Lima. It is surrounded by some of the mayor tourist attractions in Lima, the Cathedral, the Archbishop Palace and the Government Palace. In the middle of the square there is a fountain with a bronze statue. Jirón de la Unión is the pedestrian street that connects the Plaza de Armas and the Plaza San Martín. It used to be a very important street where Aristocrats live, nowadays it's mainly a shopping street, but you can find many lovely colonial buildings with wooden balconies and grilled ornate windows while you walk along. Lima is a city tied to the ocean. The Costera promenade runs along its coast and is home to numerous restaurants and cafes. Lima is also the best place to try the wonderful Peruvian cuisine, which has a huge variety of ingredients from coast, mountain and Amazon regions.Lima is big and chaotic, but with its beautiful sights, great food and cool people it is well worth a visit.

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Day 2

salaverry (trujillo), peru

Arrival: 10:00 - Departure: 19:00

Trujillo is a large metropolis in the northern coast of Peru. Trujillo is a friendly, colonial city and one of the main economic and cultural centres of northern Peru. Very near the city you will find numerous and wonderful archaeological monuments of the Mochica and Chimú cultures, outstanding Chan Chan's citadel, declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Trujillo is a city of rich colonial architecture and many archaeological and historical sites and museums. The Plaza de Armas, the city’s main square, in Trullijo is one of the biggest in Peru. Nearby Plaza de Armas, you’ll find Trujillo’s beautiful cathedral. Beaches near Trujillo, such as Huanchaco, are ideal, not just because of the superb local seafood or the cool sea breeze, but also for the great offer of adventure sports and local flair. Huanchaco is a picturesque fishing cove where one can find the ancient craft that appeared on Mochica pottery and friezes at Chan Chan.Trujillo gets usually overlooked in favour of other places in Peru. But Trujillo does have a fair bit going for it, a number of nearby ruins, a cosmopolitan yet manageable feel to the city, and easy access to nearby beaches and ruins. It makes for a nice diversion and in some ways more genuine Peru experience.

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Day 4

quito (manta), ecuador

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 17:00

Manta, officially known as San Pablo de Manta, located in the province of Manabí, is the cantonal head of the homonymous county and has a population of 240,000 inhabitants and an average climate of 23 degrees. Unlike the rest of the Ecuadorian coast, where the climate is extremely hot , rainy and humid, the climate of Manta is very different because of its privileged geographical location in the center - south of Ecuador. There are factors that soften and change the climate of the city and the canton and make it much more pleasant compared to the rest of the Coast. Manta is the most important port city of Manabí and Ecuador.

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Day 6

panama city, panama

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 20:00

Panama City is the capital of Panama. It is a very cosmopolitan city, with a modern and western vibe but proudly displaying its Hispanic and Indigenous roots. In recent years, Panama City has become an important hub of international commerce and banking. It can satisfy every interest since there are various museums, very nice restaurants and lots of places to dance and have fun in the evening outings. Panama City has a Picturesque and interesting Casco Viejo or Old Town filled with wonderful colonial architecture. El Casco Viejo is a charming neighbourhood, ideal for walking around its historic streets with beautifully restored colonial architecture, its churches and squares, its nice cafes and restaurants that mingle well with the remnants of old times. The Cathedral, the Interoceanic Canal museum, the History Museum are around The Plaza de la Independencia, the city’s main square. A lot more churches, museums and historical buildings are found in this area just a few blocks away from each other. The Palacio de las Garzas, where the President of the country lives, is two blocks to the north. On the east side there is Plaza de Francia and the beautiful walkway called Paseo de las Bovedas, with great views of the city. The amazing Panama Canal, considered one of the greatest engineering marvels in the world, is, undoubtedly, the one big draw of all tourists who come to the city. Growing, inviting, exciting, lively and sleepless, Panama City is the most cosmopolitan and vibrant capital in Central America.

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Day 8

puntarenas, costa rica

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 17:00

untarenas (Spanish pronunciation: [puntaˈɾenas]; Pointsands, from "punta arenas", or "sand point" in Spanish) is the capital and largest city in the Province of Puntarenas, on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. The eponymous and oddly shaped province has its largest section in the South, far from the capital.

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Day 10

acajutla - el salvador

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 17:00

San Salvador, the capital of El Salvador, is situated on the foothills of Volcán San Salvador in the centre of the country. It is a big city with some nice museums and a few grand buildings and monuments.In the city centre you will find a bustling street life with a lot of traffic and vendors on the streets. There are several squares and parks and monumental buildings. Plaza Gerardo Barrios, in the heart of San Salvador, exudes grandeur and stateliness. Nearby, we’ll find the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Iglesia El Rosario, one of El Salvador’s architectural gems, and the Mercado Ex-Cuartel, the country’s largest souvenir market. The best museums in San Salvador are in the more modern and quieter parts of Zona Rosa and Colonia Escalón. One of the most enjoyable things to do in and around San Salvador is a visit to the Parque Botánico La Laguna in Antiguo Cuscatlán area. These beautiful botanical gardens, located at the bottom of a volcanic crater, showcase much native fauna. San Salvador provides a convenient location from which to explore the rest of the country. Good restaurants, fine shops, exciting nightlife, and friendly Salvadorians. Come in and explore the city!!

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Day 11

puerto quetzal,guatamala

Arrival: 06:00 - Departure: 16:00

Monterrico is a coastal town facing the Pacific Ocean in the south of Guatemala's Santa Rosa department. It is located in the activity center of the Monterrico Nature Reserve. This area is popularly known for its peculiar black volcanic sand beaches and for the large influx of sea turtles on the coast.

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Day 12

huatulco, mexico

Arrival: 12:00 - Departure: 18:00

Huatulco, formally Bahías de Huatulco, centered on the town of La Crucecita, is a tourist development in Mexico. It is located on the Pacific coast in the state of Oaxaca. Huatulco's tourism industry is centered on its nine bays, thus the name Bahias de Huatulco, but has since been unofficially shortened to simply Huatulco. Huatulco has a wide variety of accommodations from rooms for rent, small economy luxury hotels, luxury villas, vacation condominiums, bed and breakfasts, as well as several luxury resorts standing on or near the shores of Tangolunda Bay. The Camino Real Zaashila (formerly the Omni Zaashila), Quinta Real Huatulco, Las Brisas (formerly a Club Med), Dreams Resort & Spa (formerly the Gala hotel), and the Barceló are examples of the most popular larger resorts in the area.

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Day 13

acapulco, mexico

Arrival: 08:30 - Departure: 16:00

Acapulco, with stunning white-sand luxury beaches and a 24-hour nightlife, is a popular holiday destination located on the gorgeous Bahía de Acapulco. There are plenty of reasons to visit this beautiful port city and there is something for everyone. The water, of course, isn't the only incredible feature of this picturesque top travel destination. There's plenty to do and see on land, too. Golf lovers will find lots of places to practice their stroke and tennis enthusiasts can work on their serve or backhand while on their Acapulco vacation. Adults aren't the only ones who will love Acapulco. This kid-friendly destination loves children and resorts do everything possible to make them feel at home. Children will enjoy the sandy white beaches as well as Acapulco's other interesting attractions including a large number of , water parks, amusement areas, lush green parks, an aquarium, and even a roller skating rink. History fanatics will want to sign up for a guided history tour of the city, which includes stops at landmarks such as the Chapel of Peace, Fort San Diego, and the old Flamingo Hotel, frequented long ago by the rich and famous. Gourmets will never be disappointed here. The restaurants in Acapulco are varied and extraordinary, offering a wide range of international cuisine and exquisite local food. In the evenings, Acapulco literally sparkles. Its reputation as a thrilling party town is legendary. Don’t miss out, there are no grumpy faces here!

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Day 14

manzanillo, mexico

Arrival: 10:00 - Departure: 18:00

Manzanillo is in Colima state in Mexico. Manzanillo makes a great getaway with world famous beaches, festivals with lots of local flavor and fabulous outdoor activities. There are numerous activities and attractions in the region surrounding Manzanillo. Travel a short distance inland to visit the capital city of Colima for sightseeing in this historic and culturally rich city and get a taste of the local cuisine. Nearby the magic town of Comala is home to one of the top attractions in the region, the Nogueras Hacienda and Alejandro Rangel Hidalgo Museum. Nature lovers interested in ecotourism can tour the nearby national park and biosphere reserve.

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Day 15

mazatlan, mexico

Arrival: 11:00 - Departure: 19:00

Mazatlán is a city in the Mexican state of Sinaloa. The city serves as the municipal seat for the surrounding municipio, known as the Mazatlán Municipality. It is located at 23°13′N 106°25′W on the Pacific coast, across from the southernmost tip of the Baja California Peninsula. Mazatlán is a Nahuatl word meaning "place of deer." The city was founded in 1531 by an army of Spaniards and indigenous settlers.[2] By the mid-19th century, a large group of immigrants arrived from Germany. Together with the hard work of the Natives, they were able to develop Mazatlán into a thriving commercial seaport, importing equipment for the nearby gold and silver mines. It served as the capital of Sinaloa from 1859 to 1873. The German settlers also influenced the local music, banda, with some genres being an alteration of Bavarian folk music. The settlers also established the Pacifico Brewery on March 14, 1900.

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Day 16

cabo san lucas, mexico

Arrival: 07:30 - Departure: 15:30

Cabo San Lucas commonly called Cabo in American English, is a city at the southern tip of the Baja California Peninsula, in the Mexican state of Baja California Sur. Cabo San Lucas together with San José del Cabo is known as Los Cabos.

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Day 18

san diego, california

Arrival: 07:00

San Diego, California, is one of the most culturally diverse cities in the United States and, arguably, one of the most beautiful. The whitewashed stucco buildings give a Mediterranean-style flavour to the architecture while the culture has a decidedly Mexican influence to it. Despite this foreign-country look and feel, the city of San Diego is uniquely American and a truly memorable place to visit. Mission Beach, one of the city’s most iconic spots, is perfect for surfing and relaxation. Balboa Park is one of the greatest urban parks of the world. With museums and gardens inside the park, you can spend days there. The grand houses of the Coronado district exude luxury and ate an historic national landmark. San Diego’s Old Town recreates traditional life from the past. Many fascinating buildings and artefacts bring the history alive in this area of the city. Everywhere there are blossoming flowers and spouting fountains and the magnificence of this colourful garden city makes it easy to forget the arid terrain of the nearby desert. With its many attractions and close proximity to Mexico, San Diego is an unforgettable city that's a very special kind of tourist metropolis.

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Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking on the last day of the cruise.

17 nights. Peru, Ecuador, Panama, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico

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