Silversea World Cruise 2022 the Tale of Tales
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theTale of Tales 2022 65°South - 65°North 2 A NEW WAY TO SEE THE WORLD Welcome to The Tale of Tales 2022, an extraordinary north-south world cruise, from 65°S to 65°N, from Antarctica all the way up to Iceland. Experience a wide range of cultures, climates and environments as they weave a story of magnificently contrasting destinations, from Turkey to South Africa, from South Georgia Island to the Seychelles. At the beginning of each chapter of this story - your story - you’ll encounter a world-renowned special guest who will share your voyage and spark your imagination, as you become the main character in your very own Tale of Tales. 3 GET READY TO INSPIRE AND BE INSPIRED “The beauty of travel is never knowing what’s around the corner. Never knowing who you are going to meet – and what you’re going to experience. And a long journey stays with you forever.” SAROO BRIERLEY, STORYTELLER, THE TALE OF TALES 2019 Ever wanted to meet and chat with your favourite artist, or perhaps share an anecdote with a famed writer, as you both relax with a drink or two? Onboard Silver Whisper you’ll meet a different special guest at the beginning of each of the nine segments of your The Tale of Tales 2022 voyage. We’ve invited nine experts in their field to come onboard and inspire you to delve deeper into each destination, as they share with you their thoughts, stories and inspiration. And who knows, you might just make a new friend for life. Previous Tale of Tales guests include celebrated travel writer Pico Iyer, world photographer Steve McCurry, and filmmaker Tahir Shah. 4 CHAPTER FROM FT. LAUDERDALE TO CALLAO 1 FROM OCEAN TO OCEAN Ft. Lauderdale San Blas Islands Cartagena Panama Canal Transit Manta Salaverry Callao SAN BLAS ISLANDS, PANAMA The shimmering blue waters of the Caribbean welcome you to the start of something special, as Silver Whisper glides alongside breathtaking island archipelagos and through the astounding ocean crossing of the Panama Canal. Take a deep breath and relax as you take in the unique landscapes and vibrant cultures of the tropics, as your magical Tale of Tales story begins to unfold. CARTAGENA (COLOMBIA) / 9-10 January Steeped in history, the cobblestone streets of the walled Old Town welcome you to explore Cartagena’s open air markets, friendly cevicherias and brightly-coloured colonial buildings, including the church of San Pedro with its unique dome, even more beautiful seen from the inside. DOME OF SAN PEDRO, CARTAGENA PANAMA CANAL TRANSIT (PANAMA) / 12 January As you wind your way through the lakes, waterways and canals of central Panama, surrounded by lush forest, you’ll glide from one ocean to the next. At the Panama Canal, you’ll be amazed how, in a flurry of mechanised activity, Silver Whisper will be lowered to make the final crossing AERIAL VIEW OF PANAMA CANAL and enter the Pacific Ocean. LIMA, CALLAO (PERU) / 17-18 January Famous for world-class cuisine, Peru’s capital is a blend of historic architecture and contemporary chic, with something for everyone. You’ll explore the quaint alleyways of Barranco and take a stroll on seaside cliffs overlooking vast sandy beaches before popping into one of the city’s extraordinary FACADE OF THE PRESIDENTIAL PALACE, LIMA seafood restaurants. 7 EXCLUSIVE WORLD CRUISE EVENT FIESTA CARTAGENA TRADITIONAL COLOMBIAN DRESS 9 JANUARY 2022 - CARTAGENA (COLOMBIA) The first of our Tale of Tales special events, Fiesta Cartagena will get you moving to the rhythm of Colombia’s vivacious music tradition. See and hear performances in various dance styles and try some amazing local cuisine surrounded by unique colonial charm. CHAPTER FROM CALLAO TO USHUAIA 2 LAND OF FIRE Callao Puerto San Martin Arica Antofagasta Valparaiso Puerto Montt Laguna San Rafael Cruise Chilean Fjords Ushuaia Cruise Garibaldi Fjord & Glacier CHUNGARA LAKE IN LAUKA NATIONAL PARK, ARICA, CHILE Written in stunning landscapes, mountains, beaches and fjords, the language of the westernmost coast of South America is one of passion, of fire, of unforgettable natural wonders. From icy glaciers to the dazzling Tierra del Fuego, you’ll experience contrasts and colours you’ve never seen before, as you make your way down to the ends of the Earth. PISCO, PUERTO SAN MARTIN (PERU) / 19 January Set in a coastal valley surrounded by nature reserves and stunning historical and pre-historical landmarks - including the Candelabra of the Andes shown here - Pisco is a gentle colonial town that gives its name to a slightly less gentle drink, the Pisco Sour, made with a dash of the area’s famed, CANDELABRA OF THE ANDES, PISCO BAY and delicious, grape brandy. Callao Puerto San Martin VALPARAISO (CHILE) / 25 January Arica Antofagasta This charming ciudad captivates your imagination with bright primary colours as dark blues, deep reds and bright yellows wind their way up steep hills overlooking the ocean. Authentic and gritty, Valparaiso beckons you to enjoy its Valparaiso breathtaking vistas, amazing street art, quaint cafés and SKYLINE WITH HOLY CROSS CHURCH, VALPARAISO winding cobbled alleyways. Puerto Montt GARIBALDI GLACIER (CHILE) / 31 January Laguna San Rafael As you near the end of the world, land gives way to ice as Cruise Chilean Fjords you make the journey through the Chilean fjords to arrive at the Garibaldi Glacier, an immense blue-white river, frozen in Ushuaia time, trapped between mountain and sea. Cruise Garibaldi Fjord & Glacier THE MAJESTIC GARIBALDI GLACIER IN PATAGONIA 11 CHAPTER FROM USHUAIA TO CAPE TOWN 3 TO THE ENDS OF THE EARTH Walvis Bay Cape Town Tristan da Cunha Ushuaia South Georgia Antarctic Peninsula CRUISING THE LEMAIRE CHANNEL, ANTARCTICA Follow in the footsteps of the most intrepid explorers in history as you trace their routes to the ends of the Earth. You’ll set foot on Antarctica, the magical seventh continent, and visit some of the most faraway places on the planet including remote island utopias and the edge of the African continent. ANTARCTIC PENINSULA / 4-5-6 February Walvis Bay There’s nothing quite like approaching the last continent Cape Town by sea. As you marvel at the vast expanses of snow and ice, and spot icebergs as tall as buildings, you’ll be welcomed by Tristan da Cunha landscapes and wildlife beyond your wildest dreams. ICEBERG IN ANTARCTICA SOUTH GEORGIA / 9-10 February Ushuaia South Georgia With charcoal black mountains topped by white snow caps, Antarctic Peninsula South Georgia is a place of extreme contrasts. Millions of penguins roam the empty landscapes as elephant seals dive into pristine waters. Listen closely and you just might hear Shackleton’s voice as you follow in the footsteps of his A WADDLE OF KING PENGUINS, SOUTH GEORGIA groundbreaking first expedition to Antarctica. TRISTAN DA CUNHA (ST. HELENA) / 15 February One of the most remote places on the planet, Tristan da Cunha is a group of volcanic islands 1500 kilometres away from anywhere else. A natural treasure chest for some of the world’s most unique flora and fauna, each island is host to a large variety of whales, dolphins and seals. VIEW OF TRISTAN DA CUNHA ISLAND 13 EXCLUSIVE WORLD CRUISE EVENT OPERA BETWEEN THE DUNES MILKY WAY GALAXY OVER NAMIB DESERT SAND DUNES 20 FEBRUARY 2022 - WALVIS BAY (NAMIBIA) As part of our World Cruise Event series, we’d like to welcome you to a unique dinner and night of opera under the stars: an unforgettable evening set against the towering wind-swept dunes of Walvis Bay at the edges of the Namib desert. CHAPTER FROM CAPE TOWN TO MAHE 4 THE WONDERS OF NATURE Mahe Zanzibar Dar es Salaam Antsiranana Nosy Be/Komba Victoria Falls Maputo Richards Bay Durban Cape Town Port Elizabeth NOSY KOMBA ISLAND, MADAGASCAR The colours and contrasts of Africa await you, as you’ll spend almost an entire month touring the continent: from coastal beaches to majestic deserts, from beautiful inland lakes to marvellous Madagascar and the Seychelles. You’ll hear the call of the wild every day, as you connect deeply to the natural wonders of this land. RICHARDS BAY (SOUTH AFRICA) / 2-3 March The gateway to the beauty and diversity of the Zululand region and Zulu culture, small harbour town Richards Bay lies along a uniquely-shaped lagoon, with several nature reserves nearby, including Hluhluwe–iMfolozi Park, with its large families of majestic African elephants. ELEPHANTS IN HLUHLUWE-IMFOLOZI PARK, RICHARDS BAY NOSY BE (MADAGASCAR) / 9 March You’ll be enthralled by the exquisite beauty of this little volcanic island off the coast of Madagascar. Magnificent beaches and stunning natural landscapes offer up endless panoramas everywhere you look. Nosy Be also features a unique lemur population and a must-visit attraction, the VIEW ABOVE THE CRATER LAKE LAC AMPARIHIBE, NOSY BE Black Lemur Sanctuary. ZANZIBAR (TANZANIA) / 11 March Every day, on Zanzibar, the colours are purer than one imagines. From the clear blue-green waters that shimmer in daylight, to the bright yellows, oranges and reds of a seaside sunset. As you set foot on the island, you’ll be welcomed by idyllic beaches and cultural hotspots as well as a vibrant MAN ON A TRADITIONAL BOAT OFF THE COAST OF ZANZIBAR nightlife, yours to enjoy. 17 EXCLUSIVE WORLD CRUISE OVERLAND EVENT THE STUNNING VICTORIA FALLS BREATHTAKING VIEW OF THE VICTORIA FALLS, ZAMBIA 24 - 27 FEBRUARY 2022 - VICTORIA FALLS (ZAMBIA/ZIMBABWE) Experience one of the seven wonders of the world as you enjoy a complimentary three- night adventure created just for you, a bespoke overland event where you can witness the awesome Victoria Falls like never before. CHAPTER FROM MAHE TO AQABA 5 A WEALTH OF CIVILISATIONS Aqaba Safaga Jeddah Praslin La Digue Mahe ANSE SOURCE D’ARGENT BEACH ON LA DIGUE ISLAND, SEYCHELLES Beauty meets history in this voyage spanning four countries and just as many millennia.