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Boston: Private North End Italian Food Tasting Walking Tour - 3 Hours

Duration: 3-Hours

Start Time: Between 11:30am and 1:30pm

Meeting Location: Corner of Hanover & Cross Streets, adjacent to Mother Anna’s Restaurant

Activity Level: Easy

EXPERIENCE:

Experience Italy in one of Boston’s oldest neighborhoods, the North End. Our North End Food Tour is a leisurely-paced walking tour that carves a path through the streets of the charming North End. Combine the North End history with Boston’s best Italian foods and explore out-of-the way establishments and off-the-beaten path areas.  All your senses will be sharpened by the aromas of the North End pizzerias, restaurants, bakeries, pastry shops, and salumerias. Tastings may include a choice of three pasta dishes at Pagliuca’s Ristorante or a lobster roll, Italian meat and cheeses at Salumeria Italiana, espresso, coffee, Italian soda or lemon slush (summer) at Polcari’s Coffee, pizza from Regina Pizzeria (Boston’s original pizzeria), cannoli from Modern Pastry, and a visit to Bova Bakery where you may sample macaroons, Italian wedding cookies or lemon-snowdrops.  Note:  All tastings and locations are subject to change.

PROGRAM INCLUDES:

• Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local tour guide
• Enjoy up to six food tastings at various locations
• 24-hour support phone number
• Guide’s gratuity is included

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• This tour is available Monday through Friday, year-round, and can start anytime between 11:30am and 1:30pm.
• The starting and ending location of the tour is on the corner of Hanover and Cross Streets, adjacent to Mother Anna’s Restaurant.  Optional transportation to and/or from the North End is available for an additional cost.
• All food tastings on this tour are vegetarian. Gluten-free or dairy-free is not available.
• Tour can be customized based on your interests.
• Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.

TOUR ITINERARY:

• 3-Hour private walking tour with an experienced and licensed tour guide.
• Enjoy various food samplings at up to 6 different locations that will cover approximately ¾ of a mile of walking.
• Along the way, you will learn historical facts about the neighborhood and stroll the cobblestone streets of Old Boston and see Paul Revere’s house and statue, Copp’s Hill Burying Ground, and more while enjoying the local foods.
• All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent upon traffic and weather conditions.

Boston: Private Sunset Boston Harbor Cruise with Cocktails and Hors d'oeuvres

Duration: 2 Hours

Start Time: 7:00 PM

Meeting Location: Ferry Terminal at 60 Rowes Wharf

Activity Level: Easy

EXPERIENCE:

Say goodbye to the crowds, lines and hassles of boarding a public cruise in Boston Harbor.  Instead, see Boston from a different perspective as you sail the Harbor aboard an 80-foot Schooner, designed to carry passengers comfortably with plenty of room to sit and move about the boat.  Watch the sun set below the horizon and enjoy a breathtaking excursion on the elegant Schooner Adirondack III.  As you take in the sights of Boston in style, you will also enjoy a full open bar with hors d’oeuvres.

PROGRAM INCLUDES:

• 2-Hour private sunset cruise in comfort on your private vessel including captain, crew, dockage fees and gratuity
• Full Open bar including beer, wine, and medium to high-grade liquor & mixers
• Hors d’oeuvres consisting of two stationary platters (additional platters available for an additional cost)
• All taxes, fees and gratuities included
• 24/7 Support Line

Boston: Private VIP Boston Yacht Experience With Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres

Duration: 2 Hours

Start Time: Flexible

Meeting Location: 30 Rowes Wharf

Activity Level: Easy

EXPERIENCE:

Enjoy an intimate private sunset cruise complete with open bar and food on the luxurious Valiant, an elegant 97-foot Yacht, uniquely serving the waters of Boston Harbor. This vessel boasts a traditional salon area with a full bar, connecting to a wicker-furnished fantail. The spectacular bow is ideal for capturing perfect photographs and taking in the spectacular views of the Boston Harbor.

PROGRAM INCLUDES:

• 2-Hour private sunset cruise on your private vessel including captain and crew
• Full open bar including specialty cocktails, beer, wine, premium liquor and non-alcoholic drinks
• Glass of Veuve Cliquot Champagne upon boarding
• Selection of four passed hors d’oeuvres and two stationary food displays
• DJ to play custom music throughout the vessel
• All dockage fees and taxes included
• 24/7 Support Line

Boston: Private Sunset Boston Harbor Cruise

Duration: 2 Hours

Start Time: Flexible

Meeting Location: 30 Rowes Wharf

Activity Level: Easy

EXPERIENCE:

Enjoy an intimate private sunset cruise on the Carousel, a 49-foot Eastbay Express with a spacious aft area, offering both outdoor seating and ample interior seating, accommodating up to six guests. A sunset or daytime cruise is the perfect venue for taking in the sights of Historical Boston Harbor and the scenic skyline.

PROGRAM INCLUDES:

• 2-Hour private sunset cruise on your private vessel including captain
• All dockage fees and taxes included
• Food and beverage are not included but can be brought on board
• 24/7 support phone number

Boston: Boston Private Cycle Boat Charter - 4 Hours

Duration: 4-hours (1.5 Hour cycle boat tour)

Start Time: Varies

Meeting Location: Flexible

Activity Level: Easy to Moderate

EXPERIENCE:

See Boston like never before! This private 1.5 Hour cycleboat tour allows you to propel the boat on your own on comfortable bicycle seats or you can relax and let the outboard motor do the work. After departing from one of several available piers, you will be able to pedal around Boston Harbor and see amazing views, close up, of Boston and American history including the Boston Tea Party ship, the Downtown Boston Waterfront, Bunker Hill Monument and the Charlestown Navy Yard with the USS Constitution and WWII destroyer, Cassin Young. Other famous landmarks you will see from the cycleboat include the East Boston Tall Ship, Nantucket Lightship, Logan Airport, and South Boston Seaport. Each boat has between 10 and 12 pedal seats with comfortable lounge seating at the bow. Guests are welcome to bring their own food and drinks on board, or catering can be arranged at an additional cost.
 

PROGRAM INCLUDES:

• Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water
• Door to door service and flexible timing
• Private cycle boat with captain and deckhand for a 1.5 Hour Tour (all captains have a US Coast Guard Masters License)
• Driver and Captain gratuity included
• 24-hour support phone number

Boston: Discover Boston Private Sightseeing Program - 4 Hours

Highlights:

If New York is Money and Washington DC is Power, then Boston is Education.  There are over 60 universities and colleges in the Boston Metro area, and there are even more in the suburbs. Boston is also known for its role in the War for Independence from Britain and is considered by many to be where the war began. Its historical sights are still in excellent condition. This tour will feature various sights and/or stops that may include Boston Common, Massachusetts State House, Park Street Church, Granary Burying Ground, King’s Chapel, Benjamin Franklin Statue & Boston Latin School, Old Corner Book Store, Old South Meeting House, Old State House, Site of Boston Massacre, Faneuil Hall, Paul Revere House, Old North Church, Copp’s Hill Burying Ground, Harvard Square and Bunker Hill Monument.

• 4-Hours with a private vehicle and licensed tour guide.
   
• Some of the highlights of this tour will include visits to Boston Common, Park Street Church, King’s Chapel, the site of the Boston Massacre, Paul Revere’s House, Faneuil Hall, Harvard Square and so much more.
   

• All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.

• We can customize the tour and stops to fit your needs upon request.

Tour Duration: Four (4) Hours

Tour Can Operate: 

• The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.

• This tour is offered all year round, 7-days a week.

Wheelchair Accessible: No

Physical Activity Level: Light

Inclusions: 

• Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water

• Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide

• Door-to-door service and flexible timing 

• Driver gratuity included (guide gratuity is not included)

• 24-hour support phone number

Not Included:

• Gratuity for the tour guide is not included

Boston: Private Historic Boston Pub Crawl - 4 Hours

Highlights:

Hidden history combined with craft beer makes for a great time and a unique private Boston experience. Your journey begins when your private driver picks you up in a luxury vehicle within Boston proper to take you Faneuil Hall where your walking tour begins. Here you will meet your expert local guide who will take you on a two hour and 15 minute private walking pub crawl where you will visit four historic taverns along Boston’s famed Freedom Trail. At each stop you will not only enjoy four craft beers or hard ciders, but you'll also learn unknown stories of the city’s colonial and revolutionary history. After your tour is over you can enjoy more of Faneuil Hall on your own before your driver meets you to take you back to your hotel or location of your choosing (within Boston proper). Must be age 21 years or older.

• Faneuil Hall where you will meet your pub crawl guide.

• You will walk along Boston’s famous Freedom Trail with your guide visiting four different pubs and enjoying a draft beer of your choice (or hard cider) at each one.

• Your guide will share stories with you that your 8th grade Social Studies teacher left out. From the landing on Plymouth Rock to the start of the Revolution, you will learn how beer played a part in the birth of America.

• After your tour you can enjoy more of Faneuil Hall on your own before your driver meets you to take you back to your hotel or location of your choosing (within Boston proper).

• All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.

• We can customize the tour and stops to fit your needs upon request.

Tour Duration: 4 Hours

Tour Can Operate: 

• The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.

• This tour is offered all year round, 7-days a week, between the hours of 11:30am and 8:00pm.

Wheelchair Accessible: No

Physical Activity Level: Light

Inclusions: 

• Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water

• Door-to-door service and flexible timing 

• 2 hour and 15-minute private pub crawl

• Driver gratuity and guide gratuity included

• 24-hour support phone number

Boston: Freedom Trail Private Walking Tour - 1.5 Hours

Highlights:

Travel back to Revolutionary Boston and explore the historic sites of the Freedom Trail between Boston Common and Faneuil Hall. The Freedom Trail sites include the scenes of critical events in Boston and the nation’s struggle for freedom. Led by a 18th-century costumed guide*, this tour features tales of high treason, mob agitations, revolutionary actions, and partisan fights of the American Revolution. On this tour, you will see Boston Common, site of the first Public School, Massachusetts State House, Old Corner Bookstore, Park Street Church, Old South Meeting House, Granary Burying Ground, Old State House, King’s Chapel, Site of the Boston Massacre, and Faneuil Hall.

• Meet your costumed historical interpreter* 15 minutes before the start of your tour at The Boston Common Visitor Center at 139 Tremont Street.

• Traverse through the graveyards and sites of Boston’s history as you walk from Boston Common to Faneuil Hall visiting all of the historic spots. This is an easy, approximately 1 mile walk.

• *Note: During extremely hot weather, guides may be dressed in a modern uniform.

• All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.

• We can customize the tour and stops to fit your needs upon request.

Tour Duration: 1.5 Hours

Tour Can Operate: 

• The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.

• This tour is offered all year round, 7-days a week.

Wheelchair Accessible: No

Physical Activity Level: Light

Inclusions: 

• Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide

•  1.5 Hour guided walking tour with costumed tour guide*

• 24-hour support phone number

Boston: Private Harvard Campus Tour - 1.5 Hours

• Harvard Square where you will meet your dynamic and knowledgeable Harvard tour guide.
• You will walk through the campus and surrounding neighborhoods and see landmarks of Harvard’s history and culture while learning about famous Harvardians. Main stops will include Old Yard, New Yard, Harvard Square, Johnston Gate, The John Harvard Statue, Massachusetts Hall, the Science Center, Memorial Church and Widener Library. (Indoor access not available).
• After your tour, your driver and vehicle will meet you to take you back to your hotel or location of your choosing (within Boston proper).
• All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.
• We can customize the tour and stops to fit your needs upon request.

• The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.
• This tour is offered all year round, 7-days a week, between the hours of 10:00am and 3:00pm.

• Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water
• Roundtrip door to door service and flexible timing
• 90-minute private Harvard campus tour
• Driver gratuity included (tour guide gratuity not included)
• 24-hour support phone number

Boston: Private After Hour Tour of Boston’s Old North Church - 4 Hours

Highlights:

Old North Church was the starting place of the American Revolutionary war and the inspiration for Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s famous poem line “One if by land, and two if by sea” and also sparked Paul Revere’s midnight ride. On the eve of April 18,1775, the church sexton, Robert Newman, and Captain John Pulling Jr. climbed the steeple and held high two lanterns as a signal from Paul Revere that the British were marching to Lexington and Concord by sea (not by land) across the Charles River. Built in 1723, the Old North Church is Boston’s oldest surviving church building and one of the Freedom Trail’s most visited historical sites. On this private after-hours guided tour, guests will visit the Sanctuary plus the Crypt where over 1,100 bodies lie underneath the sanctuary and will tour the church’s bell tower for a rare behind-the-scenes tour of the archive room and the bell ringing chamber. The Old North Church has been named one of the best destinations in New England welcoming over 500,00 visitors each year. This private after-hours tour allows you to experience this unique and stirring monument to liberty without the crowds.

• 4-Hours with a private vehicle.
• 1.5 Hour Private After Hours Guided Behind the Scenes Tour of the Old North Church that will include the Sanctuary, the Crypt, Bell Tower and Bell ringing chamber and more!
• All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.
• Tour can be customized based on your interests.

• The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule.
• This tour is offered all year round.
• Tour begins at 6:00 pm, Tuesdays through Sundays.

• Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water
• Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide
• Door-to-door service
• After Hours and Behind the Scenes Private 1.5 Hour Guided Tour
• Driver gratuity included (guide gratuity is not included)
• 24-hour support phone number

• Gratuity for the tour guide is not included

Pacoche Forest Trek - 4.5 hours

Our adventure commences as we depart from the bustling quayside, tracing the picturesque coastal route that leads us to the trailhead of Pacoche Forest. En route, marvel at the prevailing dry forest that dominates the landscape, its arid charm contrasting starkly with the vibrant hues of the adjacent wet forest areas. Observe this intriguing natural boundary, where two contrasting ecosystems merge, creating a visual spectacle that epitomizes the intricate tapestry of coastal Ecuador's biodiversity.
 
Venturing into the heart of Pacoche Forest, we unveil its secrets away from the well-trodden tourist paths. This carefully selected route is a sanctuary for nature enthusiasts, offering an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in the untamed wilderness. Prepare to be captivated as our specialist nature guide leads the way, sharing profound insights into the forest's delicate equilibrium and unveiling the hidden treasures that lie within.
 
Enveloped by the emerald canopy, Pacoche Forest reveals its true essence as a haven for avian enthusiasts. Witness a mesmerizing array of winged wonders, as hundreds of bird species gracefully inhabit the treetops, their vibrant plumage creating a kaleidoscope of colors against the verdant backdrop. Delight in the melodic symphony of their calls, a testament to the biodiversity that thrives within this precious ecosystem.
 
As we delve deeper into the forest's mysteries, encounter a remarkable endemic howler monkey. Be enchanted by their distinctive calls, reverberating through the trees as they swing gracefully from branch to branch. Observe their playful interactions and marvel at the unique adaptations that have allowed them to thrive in this sanctuary of biodiversity. (Sightings are not guaranteed)
 
After an exhilarating hike, we embark on our return journey to the Cruise Terminal.

DURATION
4 ¾ Hours
 
ACTIVITY LEVEL
Strenuous (walking over 1 km over uneven terrain with many steps)
 
WHAT’S INCLUDED?

• Touring in luxury private vehicles with A/C & PA-system
• Naturalist English-speaking tour guide & Local tour guide
• 1 bottle of water per person on board the touring vehicle

• Any other services not mentioned above

• This tour is not suitable for guests in wheelchairs or those with mobility issues.
• Few vendors accept credit cards; we recommend that guests bring cash (USD) if they wish to purchase anything.  In Ecuador $50 or $100 notes are not easily accepted, so guests should try to bring small change. Travelers’ checks are not accepted.
• All timings are approximate and subject to change. 

Cerro Jaboncillo - Discovering the Ancient Cultures of Manabi - 5 hours

Long before the Spaniards or the Incas set foot on what is now Ecuadorian land, there were highly developed cultures whose traditions and inventions inspired the later civilizations and still amaze us to the day. From having created the precious so-called Panama Hat to sea trading and navigating skills that allowed them to extend their influence as far south as Chile and as far north as the California Gulf! This is how ancient and important the Manteños are to yesterdays and today’s global culture.
 
Let us take you on a journey along some of Ecuador’s most beautiful beaches, where the golden sand and the orange-colored skies will make for a dream-like scenery. On the road you will discover and embrace the very spots motivated the ancient inhabitants in developing societies and sacred places, inspired by their study and knowledge of the elements. Cerro Jaboncillo (Jaboncillo Hill) is a ceremonial place where a wide array of archeological sites and native flora and fauna coexist in a unique ecosystem dependent on water cycles.
 
The adventure here begins at the foot of the hill, where you will learn about the area’s proud legacy by visiting the Interpretation Center that showcases the ancient ceremonial halls and recreates the meetings between Chiefs!
 
The next step is heading towards the archaeological site and find yourself before the ancient U-shaped stoned seats of power, where only the chiefs could sit and make important decisions for their people.
 
Without a doubt, this experience will be an excellent opportunity to dive into the past, and understand how the early civilizations functioned, and how their understanding of the elements and commerce influenced the later inhabitants. This, while sharing a word with the actual proud descendants of the Manteño peoples and supporting their efforts to show the world the developments, knowledge, and importance of their ancestors.

DURATION
5 Hours
 
ACTIVITY LEVEL
Strenuous (walking over 1 km over uneven terrain with many steps)
 
WHAT’S INCLUDED?

• Touring in luxury private vehicles with A/C & PA-system
• 1 Bottle of water per person
• Local English-speaking tour guide
• Box Lunch per person 

• Any other services not mentioned above.

• This tour is not suitable for guests in wheelchairs or those with mobility issues.
• Few vendors accept credit cards; we recommend that guests bring cash (USD) if they wish to purchase anything.  In Ecuador $50 or $100 notes are not easily accepted, so guests should try to bring small change. Travelers’ checks are not accepted.
• All timings are approximate and subject to change. 
• It is recommended guests wear lightweight clothing, including long pants and a long-sleeved shirt, along with sunblock, sunglasses, a hat, insect repellent (it is a must) and flat, comfortable walking shoes (no sandals), and a camera.

Puerto Cayo | Castro-Organic Experience- 6.5 hours

A day to learn about self-sustainable and healthy eating habits, today, all the food we’ll eat will be organic and have been picked the same day by ourselves, it will be complimented with seafood delivered by local fishermen that are caught sustainably in the neighboring beaches.
 
Oceanside Farms is an eco-conscious residential community and private co-op farm in Puerto Cayo, Ecuador.  It is a 25-acre, low-density community dedicated to exploring a contemporary approach to healthful living. Situated along Ecuador’s Pacific Riviera in the town of Puerto Cayo and designed with a private vegetable patch, the development is founded on the belief that clean air, fresh and sustainably harvested food, and a diverse and open-minded community are essential to cultivating health and wellness.
 
At Oceanside Farms one is always literally surrounded by the highest quality ingredients available, hence the common reference that residents live a “farm-to-table & dock-to-dish” lifestyle. 
 
A recognized chef from Ecuador will accompany us as we pick fresh products from the patch which will be part of our lunch menu.  The chef will describe the different products and their qualities and properties. All these products are cultivated upholding simple, time-tested farming practices while also pioneering innovative methods of growing and harvesting food. Eschewing the monoculture approach to cultivating land, the farm takes the shape of a landscaped garden, an evolving vista of edible and medicinal plants and fruit tree orchards embedded with a nursery, stations of raised planting beds, dedicated zones for hydroponics and microgreens, beekeeping, and a central greenhouse. Using leading practices in permaculture we designed our farm to promote the natural richness of the land and to avoid the use of chemicals and genetic modification.
 
Once we’ve collected our bounty, we head towards the kitchen to see the chef in action creating delicious dishes using the harvest.  It will be a hands-on experience as we interact with the chef and learn the techniques and secrets to turn the products into a delicious meal.
 
Once it’s prepared, we enjoy a magnificent lunch surrounded by nature and a beautiful view. 
 
Return to the Cruise terminal building.

DURATION
6 ½ Hours
 
ACTIVITY LEVEL
Moderate (Moderate walking – 500 m to 1 km – over moderate terrain with steps)
 
WHAT’S INCLUDED?

• Touring in luxury private vehicles with A/C & PA-system
• 1 Bottle of water per person
• Local English-speaking tour guide
• 3 course lunch including soft drinks and 2 local beers or glasses of house wine per person

• Any other services not mentioned above.

• This tour is not suitable for guests in wheelchairs or those with mobility issues.

Cerro Jaboncillo - Discovering the Ancient Cultures of Manabi - 5 hours

We invite you to be part of the gastronomic epicenter of the country and to live a sensory experience that will make you discover Ecuadorian gastronomy; an unrivaled arena of talent from all over Ecuador that mix tradition with innovation using products and supplies from our land.
 
First walk in one of the busiest markets of the city and explore its surroundings while observing the wide variety of produce that can be found inside: fruits, vegetables, and herbs from all over the country are showcased in each stall creating a beautiful display of colors and shapes that invite visitors to try them.
Our next stop is a visit to the Cacao Museum.  Cacao is one of the most important products of Ecuador and is deep-rooted in the culture of the country. Fine aroma cacao has been tied to Ecuadorian history for millenniums. Recent scientific studies show evidence not only of its early presence, but of its cultivation and consumption by the inhabitants of the Southeast of what is now Ecuador over 5.000 years ago.
 
Continuing our experience, we head towards a restaurant where you will be able to enjoy typical Ecuadorian cuisine, where the local chef will delight your senses with delicious and tempting Ecuadorian dishes. Afterwards, drive back to the pier.

DURATION
6 ½ Hours
 
ACTIVITY LEVEL
Moderate (Moderate walking – 500 m to 1 km – over moderate terrain with steps)
 
WHAT’S INCLUDED?

• Touring in luxury private vehicles with A/C & PA-system
• 1 Bottle of water per person
• Local English-speaking tour guide
• 3 course lunch including soft drinks and 2 local beers or glasses of house wine per person

• Any other services not mentioned above.

• This tour is suitable for guests in wheelchairs or those with mobility issues.
• Few vendors accept credit cards; we recommend that guests bring cash (USD) if they wish to purchase anything.  In Ecuador $50 or $100 notes are not easily accepted, so guests should try to bring small change. Travelers’ checks are not accepted.
• All timings are approximate and subject to change. 
• It is recommended guests wear lightweight clothing, including long pants and a long-sleeved shirt, along with sunblock, sunglasses, a hat, insect repellent (it is a must) and flat, comfortable walking shoes and a camera.

SALAVERRY: Moche ancient oracles - 3.5 hours

SALAVERRY: Chan Chan, Chan Chan Museum & Huanchaco - 3.5 hours

SALAVERRY: El Brujo Archeological Complex and Dama de Cao Museum - 5 hours

Interactive Culinary Experience (5 hours)

Learn how to prepare Peruvian dishes in a simple and fun way!
 
First you will enjoy a visit to a local market, where you will see first-hand the immense diversity of the country. Here you will meet your expert Chef.  The chef will show you our amazing variety of vegetables and fruits: many kinds of potatoes, corns of different colours, herbs, lucuma, cherimoya, mangos, etc. Your senses will experience many colours and smells for the first time
 
After this interesting visit, transfer to the cooking class venue. Besides teaching you how to cook Peruvian dishes, your Chef will tell you all about Peruvian gastronomy, its influences of other countries and how we have now one of the most important kitchens of the world. After the class, you will enjoy the dishes you prepared. 
 
Finally, as the Peruvians say, with the belly full and the heart happy, you will return to the ship. 
 
ACTIVITY LEVEL Moderate level of activity (easy walking for short distances)

DURATION: 5 Hours (Suggested) Departure Time(s) 10:00 am.

Note : A&K has to be informed in advanced in case a guest has a special diet requirement or allergy

 

Lima - City of the Kings (4 hours)

WHAT YOU'LL VISIT
Depart the pier to Lima's main square where the Spanish conqueror, Francisco Pizarro, founded the "City of Kings" in 1535. The Government Palace, Lima City Hall, Archbishop's Palace, and the Lima Cathedral surround the square.
Visit Santo Domingo Convent, the oldest church and convent in Lima. The foundation of the city of Santo Domingo was conceived by a friar named Tomas de San Martin, who later served as the Preceptor Prior of the Dominican Order. As in all convents located between the jirones of Lima and Camana, Santo Domingo is sort of a city within a city, and is comprised of a succession of cloisters and yards surrounded by service areas and communal rooms. Both Saint Rose and Saint Martin de Porres are buried in Lima, as is the Spanish Saint San Juan Masias. Construction of the Santo Domingo Convent began in 1540, but it was later modernized into its present neo-classical style in the 18th century. In 1730, the greater, or general, hall was built - a work of art that later became a part of the city's more unified ornamental groups.
The visit Casa Aliaga, the oldest house in the Americas, which has been continuously occupied by 18 generations of the Aliaga family; tour the impressive colonial residence, containing valuable Peruvian art and artifacts.
 
After you leave colonial Lima, you will drive through the residential districts of San Isidro and Miraflores. Both are suburbs where the rich and intelligentsia live. There are many large mansions, colonial buildings and fine hotels. Finally, you'll stop at El Parque del Amor for a great ocean view before finishing your tour. After this stop reboard the motor-coach to return to the pier.

WHAT YOU'LL SEE ALONG THE WAY
To truly feel the spirit of the city, your tour begins with the Colonial sites of Lima, passing by the Plaza San Martin, the Plaza Mayor with its Cathedral and the Government Palace. From the historic center we travel to the Lima of today, including a drive-by of the residential districts of San Isidro and Miraflores.

ACTIVITY LEVEL 
Moderate level of activity (easy walking for short distances)

DURATION: 5 Hours
(Suggested) Departure Time(s) 09:00 and/or 14:00
Note : The Cathedral and Santo Domingo open daily; except on Sunday mornings only. Flash photography is not permitted in the Cathedral, or in the Monastery.

Includes:

• Pick up/drop off at the Port of Callao. 
• Touring in a private vehicle with air-conditioning. All vehicles are fitted with cellular phone.
• Qualified, registered English-speaking tour guide.
• Entrance fees.
• Bottled Mineral Water and Tissues and hand wipes provided to all guests.

• Tips to drivers and guides.
• Any services not mentioned above.

The Gold Museum of Lima (4 hours)

WHAT YOU'LL VISIT
This tour takes us to the Peruvian Gold Museum. Housed in a fortress-like building are the safe-rooms crammed with treasures from the Inca civilization and their predecessors. The massive collection of gleaming gold, ceremonial objects and jewelry compete for attention, and the famous golden Tumi, the symbol of Peru, has been exhibited around the world. The rest of the museum is just as interesting with thousands of exquisite tapestries, pre-Inca weapons and wooden staffs, masks, mummies, and clothing. There is also a vast display of antique weapons and uniforms, a reminder of Peru's violent past.

SHOPPING
Souvenirs from Peru include alpaca wool scarves, sweaters and beautiful jewelry that can be found in the stores in the ground of the Gold Museum.

ACTIVITY LEVEL
Moderate level of activity (easy walking for short distances/stairs)

DURATION: 4 Hours
(Suggested) Departure Time(s) 10:30 and/or 14:30
Note: Filming and photography are not permitted in the Gold Museum, we suggest to leave your cameras in the bus.
 

Barranco : Art and Culture (7.5 hours)

Transfer from the port to the bohemian district of Barranco. Your first stop will be the Osma Museum. The Pedro de Osma Museum exhibits Peruvian artistic pieces from the fifth to the eighteenth century. The art works from Ancient Peru corresponds to the geographic area of the south Andes and belong to the Mr. José Ignacio Lambarri collection. Tiahuanaco and Inca cultures were developed on this territory. The works from the vice regal period consist of paintings, sculptures, furniture and silver works that belonged to the Pedro de Osma Gildemeister collection (1901-1967). Paintings from the eighteenth-century Cuzco school are among the highlighted pieces of the vice regal art collection. This valuable artistic heritage is currently exhibited in the Pedro de Osma house, built in 1906 by his father, the politician and notary Pedro de Osma y Pardo.
 
Then visit Dedalo, a shop and gallery of handcrafted goods and contemporary pieces. You could find some exclusive pieces and handcrafts, accessories, jewellery, furniture, and other whimsical items. Then walk to the wonderful Hotel B to enjoy an afternoon tea. Originally built in the style of the Belle Époque, the mansion served as a seaside retreat during the presidency of Augusto Leguia in the 1920’s.
Then return to the port.

ACTIVITY LEVEL Moderate level of activity (easy walking for short distances)

DURATION: 7 Hours 30 minutes (Suggested). This excursion is available depending on the time of arrival.

Note : Flash photography is not permitted in the Osma Museum. 
 

Pachacamac and the Paso Horses (8 hours)

WHAT YOU'LL VISIT
An awesome journey into the past, today's tour starts with a visit to archaeological ruins of Pachacamac. This fascinating site takes its name from the Quechua words 'pacha' and 'camac' meaning 'Lord of the World'. It was predominantly a religious place throughout Peru's history, and contains a number of adobe structures that remain today. The most significant of these are the Old Temple, the Temple of the Sun, and the Temple of the Moon. From Ancient Peru we then enjoy an experience from the Peru of today, by lunching at one of the nearby haciendas. For lunch the owners of the hacienda join us. They will present an exhibition of their Paso, or Stepping horses, unique to Peru, before returning to Lima.

LUNCH
Pachamanca lunch is served at the hacienda. Pachamanca is a sort of meats along with potatoes, set potatoes, corn and fava beans cooked under the ground. The pachamanca is the epitome of the Andean banquet par excellence. Andean cultures tend to mix their worship of nature with social events. Salads are offered as appetizers and typical desserts.

ACTIVITY LEVEL
Tours require more substantial level of activity (walking for moderate distances and stair/incline climbing)

DURATION: 8 Hours

Note: This tour is available depending on the time of arrival and departure of the ship.
 

Lima - Magic Fountains (4 hours)

WHAT YOU'LL VISIT
From the port of Callao you head to Lima for a short panoramic drive at night before you reach the Parque de la Reserva. The Parque was originally opened in 1929 to commemorate all the civilian reservists who fought in defence of Lima during the War of the Pacific. It is now one of Lima’s most visited attractions because in 2007 the Magic Water Circuit was inaugurated. The Circuit has the largest fountain complex in the world, displaying 13 distinct fountains which are illuminated at night, with changing colour schemes. A colourful light show, synchronised with Peruvian music makes the fountains sparkle and shine as the water flows in unique patterns and shapes.
 
ACTIVITY LEVEL
 
Easy level of activity (easy walking for short distances)

DURATION: 4 hours
(Suggested) Departure Time(s) 09:00 and/or 14:00

CALLAO: Colonial Lima - 3.5 hours

Lima's Main Plaza

CALLAO: Lima city tour and Larco Herrera Museum - 4 hours

Lima's Main Plaza

CALLAO: Night Tour Circuito Magico del Agua with dinner- 4 hours

You will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to the Magic Water Circuit of Lima, a modern fountain system (certified as the largest in the world by the Guinness World Records) built in La Exposicion Park. The fountain system attracts crowds during summer and winter, consolidating it as one of the new attractions of Lima. Afterwards, head to a restaurant to enjoy a typical dance show during dinner. Return to the pier. 

Tour duration: 4 hours

Tour can operate: Late afternoon / From Wednesday to Sunday. Fantasy water show available at 7:15 pm, 8:15 pm and 9:30 pm

Wheelchair accessible: No

Physical activity level: Moderate

Included: Private guide and transportation, entrance fee to the Magic Water Circuit and dinner

Not included: Tips for guide and driver. 

Circuito Magico del Agua

 

Valparaiso: Encounter with the Art - 4 hours

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS EXCURSION

• La Sebastiana –  Pablo Neruda Museum
• A local artist’s studio

1. Includes the services of an English-speaking guide.
2. Bottled mineral water included.
3. Entrance fee to the museums are included. 
4. Museums are closed on Mondays.

Valparaiso - Wines of the Casablanca Valley

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS EXCURSION
 

• Tour and Tasting at two emblematic vineyards of the Casablanca valley

1. Includes the services of an English-speaking guide.
2. Bottled mineral water available in the vehicle

Punta Arenas: Exploring the End of the World - 3.5 hours

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS EXCURSION

• A visit to the Braun-Menendez Regional Museum.
• Cocktail and canapés at the De La Cruz hill
• The municipal cemetery and the tomb dedicated to the Ona Indians.

 DESCRIPTION

This city tour begins with a visit to the southern sector  of Punta Arenas where we’ll visit the eerie wreckage of the Lord  Longsdale ship and the local market.

Afterwards we’ll head back to Old Town Punta Arenas. Here its European architecture, public buildings, main square and gardens with their varied styles denote wealth and luxury that existed in the city during the "golden era" between 1880 and 1914, when Punta Arenas was one of the most active ports of the Southern Cone.

The visit will continue to the Braun-Menendez Regional Museum, the former residence of Maurice Braun and Josefina Menendez, a marriage that united the two largest fortunes in the region of Magallanes. With the falling price of wool and the nationalization of the farms during the 1970's, the family lost most of their wealth and their descendants have since moved from Patagonia to the rest of world.

Moving from downtown towards the North, we’ll arrive at the Mount La Cruz panoramic point. It offers a beautiful view of the city, with its colorful roofs spreading up to the strait and showing the landscape of Tierra del Fuego, Mount Sarmiento and the southern area of the Brunswick Peninsula. Before continuing will take a few minutes to make a toast enjoying this unique view and brilliant photo stop.

To end this excursion we’ll take you to the beautifully landscaped Municipal Cemetery. Here, one can admire the splendid mausoleums of pioneer families as well as a tomb dedicated to the Unknown Ona, the now extinct Fireland Indians. They say you can't really understand a culture until you see where they bury their dead, and in the case of the cemetery of Punta Arenas, this edict certainly rings true. The Municipal Cemetery was opened by the Governor Señoret in 1894 and features a giant stone portico donated by Sara Braun in 1919. Inside this necropolis lies a veritable miniature city, with avenues that connect the magnificent tombs of the region's founding families, settlers, and civic workers and a rather solemn tomb where lie the remains of the last Selk'nam Indians of Tierra del Fuego. 

*Travelers will be transferred from the pier to the excursion sites by car

Operational notes :
 
Duration : 3.5 hours
Level of activity : Easy.
Meal plan : Snacks and refreshments at Mount La Cruz
Travellers will be transferred from the pier to the excursion sites by car

Punta Arenas: Flavors of Patagonia - 4 hours

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS EXCURSION

• An orientation tour of Punta Arenas
• A private culinary experience with a renowned local chef

 DESCRIPTION

The Walking City Tour begins at Main Square Plaza Muñoz Gamero and Old Town with its European arquitecture, public buildings and gardens with their varied styles denote wealth and luxury that existed in the city during the "golden era" between 1880 and 1914, when Punta Arenas became one of the most active ports of the Southern Cone.

To continue towards the area near the port and regional market where will meet up with Luis Gonzalez, Chef and owner of the unique Remezon Restaurant which offers wild flavours that come from this part of the world. Thus his proposal has been awarded and praised by many visitors.

Luis Gonzalez enjoys sharing his Patagonian recipes and culinary secrets with those who come to the Remezon. Today we’ll be doing some grocery shopping together at the market and his favourite spots and afterwards enter his kitchen where cooking is not only fun but we’ll also learn more about Punta Arenas culture, its people and way of living at the ends of the world.

After participating in preparing some delicious dishes it will be time to sit back and enjoy lunch.

Before leaving Luis will surprise you with a very special memento of this Patagonian culinary experience. 

*Travelers will be transferred from the pier to the excursion sites by car

Operational notes :
 
Duration : 4 hours
Level of activity : Easy.
Meal plan : Lunch with wine at the Remezón restaurant 
Travelers will be transferred from the pier to the excursion sites by car

Punta Arenas - A day on a Patagonian Ranch - 5 hours

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS EXCURSION

• The local fauna
• Typical Patagonian lunch

Punta Arenas: Exploring the End of the World - 3.5 hours

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS EXCURSION

• A visit to the Braun-Menendez Regional Museum.
• Cocktail and canapés at the De La Cruz hill
• The municipal cemetery and the tomb dedicated to the Ona Indians.

 DESCRIPTION

This city tour begins with a visit to the southern sector  of Punta Arenas where we’ll visit the eerie wreckage of the Lord  Longsdale ship and the local market.

Afterwards we’ll head back to Old Town Punta Arenas. Here its European architecture, public buildings, main square and gardens with their varied styles denote wealth and luxury that existed in the city during the "golden era" between 1880 and 1914, when Punta Arenas was one of the most active ports of the Southern Cone.

The visit will continue to the Braun-Menendez Regional Museum, the former residence of Maurice Braun and Josefina Menendez, a marriage that united the two largest fortunes in the region of Magallanes. With the falling price of wool and the nationalization of the farms during the 1970's, the family lost most of their wealth and their descendants have since moved from Patagonia to the rest of world.

Moving from downtown towards the North, we’ll arrive at the Mount La Cruz panoramic point. It offers a beautiful view of the city, with its colorful roofs spreading up to the strait and showing the landscape of Tierra del Fuego, Mount Sarmiento and the southern area of the Brunswick Peninsula. Before continuing will take a few minutes to make a toast enjoying this unique view and brilliant photo stop.

To end this excursion we’ll take you to the beautifully landscaped Municipal Cemetery. Here, one can admire the splendid mausoleums of pioneer families as well as a tomb dedicated to the Unknown Ona, the now extinct Fireland Indians. They say you can't really understand a culture until you see where they bury their dead, and in the case of the cemetery of Punta Arenas, this edict certainly rings true. The Municipal Cemetery was opened by the Governor Señoret in 1894 and features a giant stone portico donated by Sara Braun in 1919. Inside this necropolis lies a veritable miniature city, with avenues that connect the magnificent tombs of the region's founding families, settlers, and civic workers and a rather solemn tomb where lie the remains of the last Selk'nam Indians of Tierra del Fuego. 

*Travelers will be transferred from the pier to the excursion sites by car

Operational notes :
 
Duration : 3.5 hours
Level of activity : Easy.
Meal plan : Snacks and refreshments at Mount La Cruz
Travellers will be transferred from the pier to the excursion sites by car

Punta Arenas: Flavors of Patagonia - 4 hours

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS EXCURSION

• An orientation tour of Punta Arenas
• A private culinary experience with a renowned local chef

 DESCRIPTION

The Walking City Tour begins at Main Square Plaza Muñoz Gamero and Old Town with its European arquitecture, public buildings and gardens with their varied styles denote wealth and luxury that existed in the city during the "golden era" between 1880 and 1914, when Punta Arenas became one of the most active ports of the Southern Cone.

To continue towards the area near the port and regional market where will meet up with Luis Gonzalez, Chef and owner of the unique Remezon Restaurant which offers wild flavours that come from this part of the world. Thus his proposal has been awarded and praised by many visitors.

Luis Gonzalez enjoys sharing his Patagonian recipes and culinary secrets with those who come to the Remezon. Today we’ll be doing some grocery shopping together at the market and his favourite spots and afterwards enter his kitchen where cooking is not only fun but we’ll also learn more about Punta Arenas culture, its people and way of living at the ends of the world.

After participating in preparing some delicious dishes it will be time to sit back and enjoy lunch.

Before leaving Luis will surprise you with a very special memento of this Patagonian culinary experience. 

*Travelers will be transferred from the pier to the excursion sites by car

Operational notes :
 
Duration : 4 hours
Level of activity : Easy.
Meal plan : Lunch with wine at the Remezón restaurant 
Travelers will be transferred from the pier to the excursion sites by car

Punta Arenas - A day on a Patagonian Ranch - 5 hours

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS EXCURSION

• The local fauna
• Typical Patagonian lunch