From Panama’s wild beauty to Peruvian shores

Extend your cruise with a few days of exploration on land.

Day 1 - Callao / Lima

After completing disembarkation formalities, you will be welcomed by our local representative and transferred to Lima.

Explore the Peruvian capital and its historic districts with their neocolonial architecture. Discover the Plaza Mayor, famous for its bronze fountain. Admire the cathedral, witness to centuries of history, whose esplanade marks the site where the city was founded by conquistador Francisco Pizarro, or the Casa de Aliaga, the oldest house in Lima.

You will have lunch at a local restaurant.

You will then visit the Larco Museum, home to one of the most important collections of pre-Columbian Peru. Located in a 17th-century viceroyalty mansion surrounded by beautiful gardens, it has the most remarkable collection of gold and silver from pre-Columbian Peru.

Arrival at your Intercontinental Real Lima Miraflores hotel (or similar) and check-in to your room.

Dinner at the hotel. 

Day 2 - Lima

Breakfast and check-out.

Meals and day at leisure.

You will then be transferred to the airport to check in for your flight selected by PONANT.

Your hotel:

The Intercontinental Real Lima Miraflores combines luxury and comfort with a modern and elegant design. It has 5 restaurants, an outdoor pool, a gym, and a spa. Nestled in the heart of Miraflores, this luxury hotel is ideally located for exploring Lima.

Superior rooms are also available subject to availability and at an additional cost. Contact your travel agent for more details.

Your program includes: 

• 1 night in a classic sea view room at the Intercontinental Real Lima Miraflores (or similar), breakfast included.  
• Meals as mentioned in the program.
• Drinks during meals (mineral water + 1 glass of wine or 1 local beer or 1 non-alcoholic drink + 1 tea or coffee).
• Transfers and tours as mentioned in the program.
• The services of a local English-speaking guide.
  

Your program does not include:

• Personal expenses and tips.
• Other services not mentioned in the program.

Please note: 

• The official currency is the nuevo sol. Credit cards are accepted in stores. You can exchange your euros or US dollars at currency exchange offices (bring small bills), or withdraw soles from ATMs.
• If you have chosen a flight other than the one selected by PONANT: in order to book your transfer from the hotel to the airport, it is essential that you provide your departure flight details to your advisor at least 30 days before the start date of your cruise.
• As we care deeply about the environment, we strongly recommend that you take your Ponant water bottle with you after your cruise, so that you can use it on land and avoid using plastic bottles when it is not necessary.
• A minimum number of participants is required for this trip to take place. Therefore, the price and itinerary may be subject to change depending on the final number of participants. If the minimum number is not reached, an alternative will be offered. 

Your hotel contact details:

 INTERCONTINENTAL Real Lima Miraflores 
Adresse : Mal. de la Reserva 751, Miraflores 15074, Peru
Telephone : +51 1 6160780 

The durations are given as a guide only. The order of visits may be reversed. To find out the times of your PONANT flight, please contact your advisor. You can also refer to the e-ticket attached to your travel itinerary.  

Extend your cruise with a few days of exploration on land.

Spend five days between Lima and Cuzco discovering the highlights of Inca civilization. Walk the streets of the empire's ancient capital, travel up the Sacred Valley to reach the citadel of Machu Picchu perched in the Cordillera. Explore the famous “lost city of the Incas,” a sanctuary still shrouded in mystery five centuries after its abandonment. This program, rich in discoveries, will be the ideal conclusion to your trip.

Day 1 – Callao / Cuzco / Urubamba 

After completing the disembarkation formalities, you will be met by our local representative and transferred to the airport for your domestic flight from Lima to Cusco. 

After lunch at a local hacienda (farm), you will travel along picturesque roads to Pisac, a charming town with Inca and colonial influences. Stroll through its picturesque streets, famous for their lively craft markets offering the finest ceramics, textiles, and jewelry.

You will then be transferred to the Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa (or similar) where you can relax and enjoy the facilities during your free time in the afternoon. 

Dinner at the hotel and overnight stay. 

Day 2 – Urubamba 

After breakfast at the hotel, you will set off to explore the Urubamba farmers' market. In a colorful and lively atmosphere, among stalls overflowing with fresh fruit, vegetables, local cheeses, and traditional Andean ingredients, you will meet the producers who passionately cultivate the region's agricultural wealth.

You will then take the road to Ollantaytambo, one of the last inhabited Inca villages, famous for its extraordinary archaeological complex and rich historical past. Explore its majestic fortress, a masterpiece of ingenuity and spirituality, and stroll through its authentic streets, still crisscrossed by the centuries-old canals designed by the Incas. 

For lunch, discover pachamanca, an ancient Andean cooking technique where meat, potatoes, corn, and aromatic herbs are slowly cooked underground using heated stones.

After lunch, you will head back to your hotel to enjoy its facilities or some free time. 

Dinner at the hotel included and overnight stay at Tambo del Inka (or similar).

Day 3 – Machu Picchu / Cuzco 

After breakfast, you will check out of the hotel.

You will then board the Vistadome train (or similar), a classic train equipped with comfortable carriages and reclining seats. As you travel through the Sacred Valley, large panoramic windows offer breathtaking views of majestic mountains, lush tropical forests, and the winding Urubamba River. 

Upon arrival, let yourself be enchanted by the timeless magic of Machu Picchu, a jewel suspended between the sky and the mountains. Accompanied by a passionate guide, set off to explore this legendary archaeological site, where each stone tells the story of a visionary civilization. Let your footsteps lead you through carved stone temples, agricultural terraces, and structures built with precision that defies time. Through captivating stories, the mysteries and splendors of this UNESCO World Heritage Site will be revealed to you. 

At the end of the tour, you will head to your hotel, Monasterio, a Belmond Hotel, Cusco (or similar), a former 16th-century monastery converted into a Belmond hotel, where you will spend the night. 

Dinner at the hotel included and overnight stay. 

Day 4 – Cuzco / Lima

Breakfast at the hotel. 

Discover the wonders of Cuzco, the spiritual capital of the Incas.

You will begin with a visit to the Museum of Pre-Columbian Art, which celebrates the ancient art of Peru through mysterious and remarkable works.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. 

After lunch, you will continue your tour with a visit to Coricancha, the “Golden Temple,” a sacred sanctuary dedicated to the Sun God, where the stone architecture reveals the genius of the Incas. You will continue to the majestic Cathedral of Cuzco, a colonial masterpiece with ornate chapels and an exceptional collection of Baroque art from the Cuzco School, reflecting the fusion of Inca and European heritage. 

You will then be transferred to the airport for your domestic flight to Lima.

After being welcomed by our local representative at Lima airport upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel, Intercontinental Real Lima Miraflores (or similar). 

Dinner at a restaurant, then free evening.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 5 – Lima

Breakfast and check-out.

Meals and day at leisure.

You will then be transferred to the airport to check in for your flight selected by PONANT.  

Your hotels: 

The Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, is a 5-star hotel located in the Sacred Valley of the Incas in Urubamba. Combining modern luxury and Andean inspiration, it offers 128 elegant rooms with views, a high-end spa, two heated swimming pools, a refined restaurant, and easy access to Machu Picchu. LEED-certified for its environmental commitment, this establishment offers a unique experience combining comfort, local culture, and proximity to historic sites.

The Monasterio, a Belmond Hotel is a 5-star hotel located in the heart of Cusco, Peru. Occupying a former 16th-century Jesuit seminary, this establishment combines colonial charm with modern comfort. Its 122 rooms and suites, decorated in a Spanish colonial style, offer views of the city or the colorful rooftops of Cusco. The hotel has two fine dining restaurants, an elegant bar, a spa offering massages and wellness treatments, and a central garden with a 300-year-old cedar tree. 

The Intercontinental Real Lima Miraflores combines luxury and comfort with modern and elegant design. It has 5 restaurants, an outdoor pool, a gym, and a spa. Nestled in the heart of Miraflores, this luxury hotel is ideally located for exploring Lima. 

Superior rooms are also available subject to availability and at an additional cost. Contact your travel agent for more details. 

Your program includes: 

• 2 nights in a deluxe room at the Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa (or similar), breakfast included. 
• 1 night in a superior room at the Monasterio, a Belmond Hotel, Cusco (or similar), breakfast included.
• 1 night in a classic sea view room at the Intercontinental Real Lima Miraflores (or similar), breakfast included.  
• Meals as mentioned in the program.
• Drinks during meals (mineral water + 1 glass of wine or 1 local beer or 1 non-alcoholic drink + 1 tea or coffee). 
• Transfers and visits as mentioned in the program.
• Return domestic flight Lima/Cuzco in economy class.
• The services of a local English-speaking guide.  

Your program does not include:  

• Personal expenses and tips.  
• Other services not mentioned in the program.  

Please note:

• The official currency is the nuevo sol. Credit cards are accepted in stores. You can exchange your euros or US dollars at exchange offices (bring small bills), or withdraw soles from ATMs.
• If you have chosen a flight other than the one selected by PONANT: in order to book your transfer from the hotel to the airport, it is essential that you provide your departure flight details to your advisor at least 30 days before the start date of your cruise.
• As we care deeply about the environment, we strongly recommend that you take your Ponant water bottle with you after your cruise, so that you can use it on land and avoid using plastic bottles when it is not necessary.
• A medical certificate is required to participate in this program. The city of Cuzco is located at an altitude of 3,400 meters and the Machu Picchu site at an altitude of 2,430 meters.
• This program is not recommended for people with reduced mobility or fragile health. It includes numerous visits, significant changes in altitude, and short walks mainly on flat and paved terrain, but also including steps and uneven surfaces.
• We recommend that you only bring one small piece of luggage for your stay in the Sacred Valley; your other luggage will be stored securely in Lima on day 1 and you will retrieve it on day 4. Details about baggage allowances for domestic and international flights will be provided at a later date.
• Cuzco enjoys a temperate climate due to its high altitude. Temperatures range from 6°C to 21°C, and nights are cool. We recommend that you bring a waterproof jacket, light cotton clothing, and comfortable walking shoes. Don't forget sun protection, including a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen, as well as insect repellent and binoculars for visiting Machu Picchu.  
• A minimum number of participants is required for this trip to take place. Therefore, the price and itinerary may be subject to change depending on the final number of participants. If the minimum number is not reached, an alternative will be offered.
  
  

Contact of your hotels:

Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa
Adresse : Sacred Valley, Av. Ferrocarril S/N, Urubamba 08660, Pérou
Téléphone : +51 84 581777

Monasterio, a Belmond Hotel, Cusco
Adresse : Nazarenas 337, Cuzco 08002, Pérou
Téléphone : +51 84 604000

Intercontinental Real Lima Miraflores
Adresse : Mal. de la Reserva 751, Miraflores 15074, Pérou
Téléphone : +51 1 6160780  

Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.

Take advantage of two days to discover the richness of Panama City's historic centre, not forgetting the monumental canal and the famous locks opening the passage to gigantic ships from coast to coast. This programme will be a pleasant prelude to your embarkation.

Day 1 - Panama City

Meet at the airport – Arrival Hall (look for PONANT sign).

You will be greeted by our local English-speaking representative off the flight selected by PONANT or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).

You will be transferred directly to the hotel Hilton Panama 5*.

Check-in and dinner at leisure.

Day 2 - Panama City/Colón

Breakfast and check-out.

You will first discover the turbulent past of Panama City, in Casco Antiguo (or Casco Viejo) which is the historic part and the cultural gem of this vibrant metropolis. After the destruction of the first Panama City by pirate Henry Morgan, Casco Antiguo became the second Panama City. It was established around 1673 by French colonialists, the Catholic Church and other settlers. This is where much of the impressive colonial and Baroque architecture remains today. The modern, cosmopolitan areas of Panama City add a third layer to this historically rich city. You will get the chance to explore on your own this neighbourhood of Casco Antiguo with its colonial style government buildings, old churches and grand plazas. Casco Antiguo has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997.

You will then be taken to Gamboa for a boat trip through the Panama Canal waterways to visit the islands that once upon time were mountains and were created when the area was flooded to form the Gatun Lake.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.

You will continue to Miraflores locks, the so-called “Eighth Wonder of the world”. Panama Canal is one of the most celebrated human achievements on the planet. Upon arrival at Miraflores Visitors Centre, you will visit the exhibition halls and learn about the Panama Canal’s history, its impact on international trade, how it works, its close relationship with nature and the Canal Expansion. From one of Miraflores observation terraces, you will be able to watch the lock gates open and close as vessels begin or end their transit, and you may observe transiting vessels from a distance of only a few meters while you learn about the various operations of the Panama Canal (cannot be guaranteed depending on Panama Canal timetable).

You will then be transferred to the port of Colón to embark aboard your ship.

Your hotel :

The Hilton Panama 5* is a few steps away from the ocean front walkway, and two blocks away from the Financial District. Guest rooms offer views of the Panama Bay and the Pacific Ocean. They feature contemporary design and modern amenities including Wi-Fi access and a HDTV. You will find at your disposal a fitness centre, a spa and a rooftop pool.

Your programme includes :

·        1-night accommodation in ocean view room at the hotel Hilton Panama 5* (or similar).

·        Lunch as described in the programme with beverage package (mineral water + 1 glass of wine or 1 soft drink or 1 local beer + 1 coffee or tea).

·        Transfers, visits and entrance fees as mentioned in the programme.

·        Services of a local English-speaking guide.

·        Hospitality desk at the hotel on your day of arrival.

Your programme does not include:

·        Meals of day 1.

·        Tips for the driver and local guide.

·        Visa if necessary.

·        Personal expenses.

·        Other services not mentioned in the programme.

Please note:

·        It is imperative that the details of your departure flight are provided to your travel agent, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise, to secure the proper private transfer.

- A minimum number of participants is required for this trip to proceed. As a result, both the price and itinerary may be adjusted based on the final number of participants. Should the minimum number not be met, we will offer you an alternative arrangement.

Contact of your hotel:

Hilton Hotel

Balboa Avenida & Aquilino de la Guardia

Panama City, PANAMA

Telephone: + 507 280 8000

Duration of the visits are given as a guide only. The order of the visits may be reversed. To know the times of your PONANT flight, please contact your travel agent; they are also shown on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.

Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.

Take advantage of four days to discover the richness of Panama City's historic centre, not forgetting the monumental canal and the famous locks opening the passage to gigantic ships from coast to coast. This programme will be a pleasant prelude to your embarkation.

Day 1 – Panama City

Meet at Panama City Airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).

You will be transfered to the hotel Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo 5*.

Dinner at leisure.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 – Panama City

After breakfast, You will depart for a visit of Panama City’s famous landmarks. You will be taken first to Miraflores locks, the so-called “Eighth Wonder of the world”. Panama Canal is one of the most celebrated human achievements on the planet. Upon arrival at Miraflores Visitors Centre, you will visit the exhibition halls and learn about the Panama Canal’s history, its impact on international trade, how it works, its close relationship with nature and the Canal Expansion. From one of Miraflores observation terraces, you will be able to watch the lock gates open and close as vessels begin or end their transit, and you may observe transiting vessels from a distance of only a few meters while you learn about the various operations of the Panama Canal (cannot be guaranteed depending on Panama Canal timetable).

You will then discover the turbulent past of Panama City, in Casco Antiguo (or Casco Viejo) which is the historic part and the cultural gem of this vibrant metropolis. After the destruction of the first Panama City by pirate Henry Morgan, Casco Antiguo became the second Panama City. It was established around 1673 by French colonialists, the Catholic Church and other settlers. This is where much of the impressive colonial and Baroque architecture remains today. The modern, cosmopolitan areas of Panama City add a third layer to this historically rich city. Casco Antiguo has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997.

You will continue with the visit of the Mola Museum that opened in 2019. It was created to give relevance to the ancient culture of the Guna people represented in the mola. The mola is an indigenous textile art sewn into panels with complex designs, beautiful colours and multiple layers using a reverse appliqué technique that identifies the Guna community in Panama, you will enjoy beautiful display of many pieces at this small one floor quaint museum.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.

After lunch, take part to a private Mola workshop with a Guna woman and artisan who through her art safeguards the traditions of her people and pays tribute to their culture, inspired mainly by the biodiversity of Panama. The workshop will last more than 2 hours, starting with the history and meaning of the Molas in Panama, and continuing with the project that consist in the creation of a handkerchief.

Walk back to your hotel.

Dinner at leisure.

Day 3 – Panama City

After breakfast, you will depart by coach for Gamboa (approximately a 1 h drive).

You will be taken a boat trip through the Panama Canal waterways to visit the islands that once upon time were mountains and were created when the area was flooded to form the Gatun Lake. You will also visit the sloth sanctuary, orchidarium, butterfly house, fresh water aquarium and snake house.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.

After lunch, you will visit the Old Panama Ruins, first European city built in the Pacific coast of the Americas.

Return to the hotel, rest of the day and dinner at leisure.

Day 4 – Panama City - Colon

Start your last day at the Biomuseo, also called the Gehry’s Museum in honour of its world-renowned architect Frank Gehry. The building is designed to recall the creation of the isthmus of Panama which linked two continents and changed the planet’s biodiversity forever. The event that would change natural history for both continents occurred around three million years ago. Species from both continents mingled as northern animals went south and southern animals went north. The Biomuseo’s 4,000 square metres describe the country’s rich biodiversity.

You will proceed to the restaurant for lunch.

Continue with the Agua Clara Locks is the largest project at the Canal since its original construction that created a new lane of traffic along the Canal through the construction of a new set of locks, doubling the waterway’s capacity, be a witness of this major undertaking by visiting the New Observation Centre of the Canal Expansion.

The new Observation Centre of the Canal Expansion, located in Colon Panama, is a park style concept based on open platforms and roofed terraces, built in an area of four hectares, 400 visitors, simultaneously, will be able to enjoy in this new centre, the construction of the new locks of the Panama Canal in the Atlantic, at the same time, from its privileged location, visitors see the majestic Gatun Lake, where ships continue their transit through the waterway.

You will then be transfered to the port of Colón to embark aboard your ship.

Your hotel:

The Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo 5* is located in the heart of the Casco Antiguo of Panama City, a UNESCO protected site and declared a World Heritage Site by the United Nations. It enjoys a privileged location facing the sea, facilities that blend historical heritage with modernity and impeccable service. It is an architectural beauty, built in the Bay of Panama City with important buildings around such as the National Theatre, the San José del Altar de Oro Church and a few minutes from the Biomuseo. The hotel features 3 restaurants and cafés, 2 bars and the largest outdoor pool deck in Casco Antiguo.

Your programme includes:

·        3-nights accommodation in Luxury Ocean View room at Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo 5* (local standard) or similar, breakfast included.

·        Meals as mentioned in the programme.

·        Beverage package during meals (bottled water + 1 glass of wine or 1 soft drink or 1 glass of wine or 1 local beer and 1 coffee or tea).

·        Transfers, visits, entrance fees and activities as mentioned in the programme.

·        The services of a local English-speaking guide.

Your programme does not include:

·        Dinners.

·        Tips for the driver and local guide.

·        Personal expenses.

·        Visa if necessary.

·        Other services not mentioned in the programme.

Please note:

·        It is imperative that the details of your departure flight are provided to your travel agent, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise, to secure the proper private transfer.

·        Room service at the Sofitel Legend is available at an additional cost.

·        The Miraflores Locks Visitor Center is under renovation and may not be open during your visit.

·        This programme involves walking on uneven and paved terrain.

·        This programme involves walking uphill in the Old Town.

·        This programme is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

- A minimum number of participants is required for this trip to proceed. As a result, both the price and itinerary may be adjusted based on the final number of participants. Should the minimum number not be met, we will offer you an alternative arrangement.

Contact of your hotel:

Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo

Calle Primera Oeste, San Felipe, Casco Viejo
0843 PANAMA CITY
PANAMA
Telephone: +507 302-4300

Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.