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Balboa
from $3,150
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Panama to Aruba

12 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Transit the Panama Canal locks
  • Walk colonial Balboa streets
  • Explore forts in Portobelo
  • Visit San Blas and Guna villages
  • See Cartagena and Santa Marta
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Balboa / Oranjestad
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Small Ship Sailing, Local Market Visits
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Variable
Sail the Panama Canal on a 10-day Star Clippers cruise through Central America. Begin in Balboa, then transit the Panama Canal and see the locks in action. Explore Spanish forts in Portobelo, meet the Guna people in the San Blas Islands, and discover Colombia’s coastal cities of Cartagena and Santa Marta. Enjoy scenic days under sail.
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Camping along the Inca Trail
from $3,275
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Salkantay Trek with One Day Inca Trail Hike

9 Day Itinerary
  • Trek both Salkantay and Inca trails
  • Enjoy Salkantay views
  • Explore Machu Picchu
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Cusco / Cusco
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Camping
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Challenging
Enjoy the alternative Salkantay trail combined with the famous One Day Inca Trail for the ultimate trekking experience. Marvel at the different surroundings around the two trails and be mesmerized with the archaeological sites leading to the lost city of the Incas: Machu Picchu. This trip requires a One Day Inca Trail Pass
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Observe beautiful fur seals
from $32,999
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Ultimate Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia

Buenos Aires roundtrip - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Pursuit
  • Explore Antarctica expedition
  • Visit South Georgia wildlife
  • Discover Falkland Islands
  • Sail remote Southern Ocean
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Buenos Aires / Ushuaia
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Kayaking
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Variable
Join a 22-day expedition aboard Seabourn Pursuit from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, then onward to Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falklands. Spot penguins, seals, whales, and seabirds, enjoy time at sea, and experience immersive, guided landings curated by your Expedition Leader.
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Snorkeling
from $7,910
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Panama, Colombia & Caribbean Islands

Colon - Fort-de-France - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Cartagena colonial old town
  • Visit Santa Marta and Sierra Nevada
  • Visit Bonaire reef marine park
  • Visit Fort-de-France landmarks
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Colon / Fort de France
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Scuba Diving, Rainforest Exploration
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Variable
Set sail on an 11-day cruise through Panaman, Colombia and Caribbean Islands aboard Le Bellot. Visit Cartagena and Santa Marta with guided historic and cultural excursions. Explore the San Blas Islands for beaches, snorkeling, and Kuna culture. The voyage combines nature, culture, and Caribbean island experiences.
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A vast penguin colony nesting beneath the jagged, snow-dusted peaks of Salisbury Plain, South Georgia
from $19,995
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South Georgia In Depth Expedition Micro Cruise

Roundtrip Port Stanley - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aureum
  • Visit the Western Falkland Islands
  • Search for wildlife and seabirds
  • Explore the Eastern Falklands
  • Discover icy South Georgia
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Stanley / Stanley
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Variable
Join a 15-day expedition cruise to South Georgia on the Explorer Yacht Aureum, where you can explore stunning landscapes and observe active wildlife, including king penguins and elephant seals. Enjoy expert photography tips while visiting historic sites like Grytviken and Fortuna Bay.
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Cooper Bay on South Georgia Island features dramatic volcanic rock formations meeting the rough Southern Ocean
from $22,995
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South Georgia and Antarctica Shackleton Special Expedition Micro Cruise

Port Stanley - Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Aureum
  • Explore scenic Port Stanley
  • Visit historic Grytviken
  • Watch penguins in St Andrews Bay
  • Step ashore in Antarctica
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Stanley / Port of Ushuaia
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Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Photography Seminars, Whale Watching
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Variable
Join a 20-day cruise on the Explorer Yacht Aureum, retracing Sir Ernest Shackleton's historic survival route from South Georgia to Antarctica. Experience stunning wildlife and natural beauty while visiting significant sites like Shackleton's grave and Elephant Island.
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Relax on the shores of the Caribbean
from $12,295
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Grenadines, Colombia & Panama Canal Transit

Bridgetown - Panama City - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Azzurra
  • Explore Bequia Caribbean lifestyle
  • Admire Cartagena Old Town
  • See San Blas Islands nature
  • Navigate the Panama Canal
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Bridgetown / Panama City
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Variable
Set sail on a 12-day Caribbean cruise from Bridgetown aboard the Emerald Azzurra, exploring islands like Bequia and Mayreau. Conclude your journey in Panama City after traversing the historic Panama Canal and enjoying vibrant local cultures and stunning coastal views.
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Sunset over Cartagena, Colombia
from $12,295
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Panama Canal Transit, Colombia & the Grenadines

Panama City - Bridgetown - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Azzurra
  • Explore Cartagena walled Old Town
  • Discover Santa Marta oldest city
  • Tour Willemstad Queen Emma Bridge
  • See Mayreau Island Station Hill
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Panama City / Bridgetown
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Village Visits, Urban Exploration
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Variable
Set sail on a 12-day Caribbean cruise from Bridgetown aboard the Emerald Azzurra, exploring islands like Bequia and Mayreau. Conclude your journey in Panama City after traversing the historic Panama Canal and enjoying vibrant local cultures and stunning coastal views.
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Panama's turquoise waters
from $4,450
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Panama to Antigua

15 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Explore Balboa’s colonial charm
  • Transit Panama’s iconic canal
  • Discover San Blas culture
  • Enjoy Aruba’s clear waters
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Balboa / St. John's
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Variable
Set sail on a 15-day Royal Clipper cruise from Balboa, Panama, featuring a full Panama Canal transit and visits to the San Blas Islands, Cartagena, and the Caribbean gems of Aruba, Curacao, and Bonaire. Experience lush Grenada and volcanic St. Lucia, and finish your journey in Antigua, all while enjoying elegant sailing and stunning island views.
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The vivid colors of the San Blas Islands
from $4,330
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Barbados to Panama

Bridgetown - Balboa - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Explore Bridgetown’s heritage
  • Discover St. George’s coastal views
  • Admire Kralendijk’s marine life
  • Wander Willemstad’s streets
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Bridgetown / Balboa
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Variable
Set sail on a 15-day cruise with Star Clipper from Bridgetown, Barbados, exploring the Caribbean’s rich culture and history, ending in Balboa, Panama. Visit stunning destinations like Tobago Cays, Grenada, and the San Blas Islands, and experience the Panama Canal.
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Explore Easter Island
from $23,790
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Easter Island to Tahiti: Tales of the Pacific

Eastbound - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Makatea cave and reef exploration
  • Rotoava village bike rides
  • Mangareva cultural hiking tours
  • Easter Island exploration
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Papeete / Santiago
Activities
Snorkeling, Biking
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Variable
Set sail on a 16-day cruise aboard the National Geographic Resolution through French Polynesia, the Pitcairn Islands, and Chile. Explore coral atolls, volcanic islands, limestone caves, and UNESCO reefs while snorkeling, hiking, and visiting local communities. This voyage features remote destinations, expert-led exploration, and Polynesian culture.
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Sunset over Cartagena, Colombia
from $6,450
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Panama and Colombia: Exploring the Caribbean Coast

Panama to Cartagena - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest
  • Transit the Panama Canal
  • Meet Indigenous people of Guna Yala
  • Look for unique tropical wildlife
  • See colonial architecture
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Panama City / Cartagena
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
Discover an astonishing trove of natural and cultural treasures as you navigate the Caribbean coasts of Panama and Colombia on this 8-day cruise aboard the National Geographic Quest. Sail from Panama City to Cartagena, with stops in Portobelo, Guna Yala, Archipelago, and more.
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