2020 Luxury Cruise Collection
Sailing Soon – Final Suites Available Save up to £4,700 per person with Earlybird Offers on all sailings Free Business Class Flight Upgrade to Antarctica and Americas¥ Free Private Door-to-Door Chauffeur Transfers
Dive deep below
Soar above and beyond
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To book call 0808 149 2458 | Visit www.barrheadtravel.co.uk | Contact your local Barrhead Travel CONTENTS PAGE 14-Day Iceland & Greenland Explorer Reykjavík > Copenhagen 10 17-Day Wild Alaska & British Columbia Anchorage > Vancouver 12 12-Day West Coast USA Adventure Vancouver > San Diego 14 16-Day Baja to Costa Rica: Whales & Wilderness San Diego > Puerto Caldera 16 14-Day Coastal Adventure: Costa Rica to Peru Puerto Caldera > Lima 18 11-Day Latin America Delights Lima > Valparaíso 20 17-Day Chilean Fjords & Cape Horn Valparaíso > Ushuaia 22 23-Day Antarctica, South Georgia & Falklands Ushuaia > Ushuaia 26 Scenic Eclipse, Roatan Island, Honduras 2 The new benchmark in ultra-luxury cruising, taking you closer to the extraordinary than ever before
Six-star luxury meets discovery on board Scenic Eclipse, where a wealth of world-class facilities combine with the opportunity for unrivalled exploration. With limited availability across a selection of our 2020 itineraries, this is your last chance to book your place and join visits to awe-inspiring destinations. From the Arctic to Antarctica and everywhere in-between. The yacht’s unique design enables us to dock in smaller ports than any vessel of its size, as we navigate remote parts of the world that may otherwise remain unexplored by the ordinary traveller. State-of-the-art technology allows for a travel experience like no other, where the latest design innovations and special discovery equipment enable you to explore beyond what was previously possible, with minimal effects to the environment. Built to international safety standards and with the highest Ice Class of any luxury vessel, a wealth of public spaces and outdoor terraces deliver the ultimate experience of a lifetime for only 228 guests, only 200 in polar regions. Embark on once-in-a-lifetime, expert-led discovery excursions with the on board Discovery Team, who will lead Zodiac and kayak expeditions as you venture in search of wildlife, take you soaring over outstanding natural beauty in our on board helicopters^, and dive deep to discover beneath the surface of some of the most spectacular places on Earth.
Scenic Eclipse Best New Luxury Cruise Ship
3 Helicopter^ Soar above majestic fjords, glaciers or WHERE LUXURY archaeological sites in the helicopters and discover wonders MEETS DISCOVERY beyond the horizon.
Kayaks Discover nature up-close in our tandem kayaks. Enjoy all-inclusive, active explorations through incredible scenery, experiencing encounters with an abundance of wildlife.
Polar Class The highest Polar Class of any luxury vessel (Polar Class 6), ensuring safe navigation in polar waters, for complete comfort and ^Helicopter and submarine at additional cost and subject to regulatory approval. peace of mind. NB: Some images are artist’s impressions. 4 10 Dining Experiences A multicultural culinary adventure awaits, with up to nine dining venues from casual Senses Spa to fine dining, plus 24-hour The exclusive Senses Spa in-suite dining. boasts 550 square metres of pure indulgence and tranquillity, featuring an extensive menu of luxury treatments.
Submarine^ Marina Dive below and explore The specially designed the delights and marina makes boarding mysteries of the deep our Zodiacs and kayaks on an unforgettable a breeze, bringing these excursion in the exciting destinations to submarine, Scenic your doorstep. Neptune. Eight Lounges & Bars With an impressive array of indoor and outdoor spaces, no more than 228 guests, and only 200 in polar regions, there’s plenty of room to relax.
Zodiacs The all-inclusive fleet of Zodiacs will take you to the heart of the action to experience the spectacular wonders that surround you. 5 All-Inclusive Luxury Truly
From the minute you step on board Scenic Eclipse, you’ll be spoilt for choice. Every single detail has been designed with you in mind, from your incomparable spacious suite, furnished with 6-star amenities and your own private verandah, to 10 sumptuous dining experiences and 550m2 of pure indulgence in our Senses Spa. And of course, it’s all included. What’s more, Scenic Eclipse is built to the highest international safety standards, boasting the latest innovations in naval design and with the highest Ice Class of any luxury vessel. So the peace of mind of uncompromising safety and comfort always comes included too.
Services and Amenities Uncompromising Peace of Mind Only 228 guests (200 in Antarctica) on board for a truly Safety, Comfort, Environment exclusive experience Spacious all-verandah luxury suite accommodation Butler service for every guest and 1:1 staff-to-guest ratio Polar Class 6 – the highest passenger ship Ice Class rating Up to 10 on board dining experiences, from casual to fine dining Strengthened Hull, forward bow thrusters and an electronic Azipod The finest selection of included premium branded beverages, propulsion system enables safe navigation through Arctic and with a choice of 110 whiskies Antarctic waters 16 member Specialist Polar Discovery Team Safe Return to Port (SRtP) – ability to safely return to port unsupported after an incident Immersive and inspiring Scenic Discovery excursions Oversized Zero Speed stabilisers – custom built that are 50% larger Engaging lecture and education program with our on board experts than those of other ships providing greater stability as it navigates Dedicated Observation Lounge & Terrace for optimal viewing the waters opportunities GPS Dynamic Positioning system - allows us to maintain location On board Swarovski Telescopes and in suite binoculars so you never without dropping anchor onto sensitive seabeds miss a moment The latest emissions technology and IMO low sulphur fuel Complimentary expedition parka, water bottle plus use of special Advanced Wastewater Treatment Systems polar boots Highly efficient engines, reduce emissions, noise and vibrations Indulgent 550m2 Senses Spa, gym, yoga and Pilates studio Proud members of IAATO & AECO international associations Indoor swimming pool, plus Scandinavian-inspired outdoor vitality pools Internal flights and taxes All tipping, transfers and taxes, on board and onshore
6 2020 Voyages Exclusive offers
Antarctica & Americas Voyages Free Business Class Flight Upgrades¥ on selected itineraries
Iceland & Greenland Explorer $500 On Board Credit† per suite on selected itineraries PLUS Free Suite Upgrade* on selected itineraries
Plus Free Private Door-To-Door Chauffeur Transfers across all itineraries
Book before 31 March 2020
Terms and conditions: Prices correct at the time of going to print (2 March 2020) Offers are valid for new bookings only made by 31 March 2020 on selected itineraries on selected dates. Savings of up to £4,700 is based on D21S departing 19 November 2020. Earlybird Fares are strictly limited. 10% Earlybird discount is on the cruise only-price for new bookings only. ¥Free Business Class Flight Upgrade is subject to availability on qualifying flights, valid one way only on selected Americas and Antarctica cruises departing in 2020. Supplements may apply if travelling on non-specified routes and from regional departure points. Upgrades are non-transferable and no cash or credit alternative will be offered. The promotion has no cash value and can be removed at any time. †$500 on board credit available per suite on selected 2019/20 Collection cruises only. No cash alternative. *Suite upgrade available on selected 2019/20 Collection cruises on Verandah suites only, Deck 6 and above and subject to availability. Discount applied to match the early bird brochure rate of the next Verandah cabin below. No cash alternative. Private door-to-door transfers are complimentary within a 75 mile radius and are subject to availability. For guests who live outside of this 75 mile radius, an additional supplement of £2.00 per mile will be charged thereafter, UK mainland only. No cash alternative. Offers can be withdrawn at any time. ^Helicopter and submarine activities are weather permitting, subject to availability and regulatory approvals, and incur additional costs. Offers can be withdrawn at any time. E&OE.
7 All-Inclusive All-Inclusive Luxury Suites Dining & Beverages Scenic are redefining the standard of ocean cruising The dining philosophy is a combination of the freshest accommodation, with every aspect tailored to make for produce and regional influences, whether you’re cruising a unique travel experience like nothing you’ve the Mediterranean or the polar regions. The ship’s premier encountered before. restaurant, Lumière, serves exceptional French Every one of the 114 luxurious suites set a new fine-dining in a sophisticated setting while, in Elements, standard in luxury cruising. Individually appointed and you can enjoy an a la carte breakfast, lunch and dinner replete with elegant furnishings and 6-star amenities in the contemporary main dining space. opening onto your private verandah or terrace, the plush Three different Asian-inspired restaurants make up king-size Scenic Slumber Beds adjust to your sleeping the Koko’s Asian Fusion dining experience, serving position, and come dressed in Egyptian cotton linen, with an bento boxes, fresh Sushi and teppanyaki, and guests extensive pillow menu. staying in certain suites will receive an invitation to the Ambient lighting and a hypoallergenic air purification Chef’s Table, for private dégustation fine-dining and system encourage complete relaxation within your separate sommelier-paired wines. lounge area after a day of discovery. And every guest will enjoy the services of a butler, on-hand for 24-hour in-suite dining and to ensure you’re never without complimentary refreshments and a re-stocked mini-bar.
Unique Exploration & the 6-Star Experience The highest standards of luxury, combined with new And, the on board submarine^, Scenic Neptune, is built levels of expedition discovery mean Scenic are changing the for optimal sightseeing and capable of diving up to way you experience the world. 300 metres beneath the ocean’s surface. Setting the benchmark for 6-star discovery, Scenic have On your return, the yacht’s innovative Discovery Centre sought out the top experts in their field, from historians, enables you to change into and out of your specialised geologists and marine biologists, to archaeologists and clothing with ease, no matter the weather conditions. photographers, who will provide you with their unrivalled Shake off any excess mud, hang up damp coats to dry and insight during Scenic Discovery excursions via Zodiac, kayak, get cosy quickly, in absolute luxury, before spoiling yourself helicopter^ and submarine^. in our Senses Spa, where access to over 550 square metres The state-of-the-art helicopters^ are fitted with cameras to of pure indulgence is available to all guests. provide you with footage of your flight, as well as custom- designed leather seats and Bose® noise-cancelling headsets.
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Luxury suites Carefully considered and home to the finest amenities you’d expect from a world-class hotel, with separate sleep zone, living area and a private verandah or balcony. Butler service Trained to Scenic’s high standards, your butler will ensure you’re never without complimentary refreshments or a restocked mini-bar. They’ll even draw you a bath after a long day. Exquisite cuisine from all four corners of the world All-Inclusive Delight every sense in one of up to 10 dining experiences on board, with the opportunity for dégustation fine-dining Indulgent Spaces at Chef’s Table and culinary classes at Scenic Epicure. Intimate and luxurious with every amenity you could wish for, Scenic Eclipse has been designed to suit both the keen Premium branded beverages explorer and the elegant traveller. Complimentary premium branded beverages will be yours Spacious lounges and bars, outdoor terraces and an to enjoy all day every day. Select from 110 whiskies from abundance of dining venues are certain to surpass all your around the world, sip the finest champagne, or choose expectations, affording you the luxury of choice, while from our expertly curated wine list. ensuring there’s plenty of room to roam. 360-degree theatre Enjoy the relaxed ambience of the open-plan Scenic Relax in leather reclining seats in front of three video Lounge and be struck by its level of space and serenity, walls, ready to enjoy evening entertainment or lectures not to mention the crystal quartz backlit whiskey wall bar from the expert Discovery Team. displaying 100 whiskies. Attend lectures in the high-tech theatre, spend some quiet time in the Observation Lounge, Mind, body & soul or focus on mind, body and soul in the Senses Spa. Your well-being is at the forefront of our 6-star all-inclusive experience, whether it’s during a sumptuous treatment in the Senses Spa, one-to-one Pilates and meditation sessions or personal trainer sessions in the state-of-the-art POWER: Gym. The difference is in the detail Exceptional attention to detail is evident throughout Scenic Eclipse. From Swarovski telescopes in the Observation Lounge, to the gold leaf reception of Senses Spa and in-suite innovations like Bose® sound systems, ambient lighting and hypoallergenic air purification will surpass every expectation.
“We have a total of 2,500 recipes across our eight restaurants, you would need to be on board for one and a half months to eat every dish.” Tom Götter, Executive Chef, Photo by f-Stop Movies Scenic Eclipse
9 Iceland & Greenland Explorer
Departs August 3, 2020 From £9,195 per person
Cruise Itinerary Highlights
Narrow sheltered waterways and fjords Witness spectacular mountains rising directly out of the sea Greenland Historic sites, including museums, whaling stations, geology and fossils The most wildlife-rich part of the Arctic, home to polar bears, walrus, o e ha e seals, reindeer, sea birds and whales 1 Great variety of terrain over short distances, including icecaps, tundra isko ay and rocky hillsides ri t o ans n Ca Sea ice and active glaciers a erlu ua n llsn s Summer months when the midnight sun creates 24 hours of sunlight 11 ninsula Iceland uuk 1 Cruise past blue-green icebergs on the ship - or more intimately from the Zodiacs k ol un n e k av k or Kayakers will glide through narrow sheltered waterways and fjords, paddle amongst ice floes and drift quietly alongside wildlife. rins C ristian un Immerse yourself in the on board lectures by the Discovery Team
TOUR CODE: D11G
Cruise Cruise start/finish 1 Overnight stay Included flight
14 Day Itinerary Reykjavík > Copenhagen
Day 1-2: UK > Reykjavík Greenland Ice Cap reaches the sea and impressive large tabular icebergs drift. Fly from the UK to Reykjavík, where you’ll start your journey into wonder Weather permitting, we will reach Umivik, the site where 19th century with an overnight stay in a luxurious hotel before embarking Scenic Norwegian explorer and scientist Fridtjof Nansen started his epic Eclipse in the Icelandic Capital the following day. This extraordinary exploration of the Greenland Ice Cap. voyage of the world’s largest island promises harmony, tranquillity and remoteness, unique to this spectacular environment. Nature lovers and Skjoldungen Fjord those who love the thrill of exploration will be truly captivated by every The wild, rugged and ice-packed fjords of Greenland’s southeastern coast day on this magnificent and unusual adventure. beckon your attention as we begin our exploration of the Skjoldungen Sound. Surrounded by astonishing mountains, spectacular glaciers and undisturbed wildlife, it is a place the native Inuits call Kalaallit Nunaat Day 3: Snaefellsnes Peninsula or Land of the People. Today, we’ll take full advantage of our positioning Rarely visited due to its isolation, the Westfjords of Iceland are a unique at the top of the Skjoldungen Fjord and take our Zodiacs ashore with our and particularly beautiful part of the country. One of the biggest draws knowledgeable expedition staff, who will help you discover this natural to the area is the Dynjandi group of waterfalls, a total of seven falls spectacle. Skjoldungen Island is home to some of Greenland’s most dramatically spilling over one hundred metres as if one. Dynjandi, which spectacular views. translates from Icelandic as ‘thunderous’, is one of them and, aside from On Greenland’s southern tip is Cape Farewell, a very dangerous corner, its size and natural beauty, the remoteness of this waterfall is what makes which has seen many ships sink due to the unpredictable currents and it special. A true sight to behold. icebergs. Historically, explorers searched for a less dangerous alternative route, before discovering the Prinz Christian Sund Passage, wide enough Featured Scenic Discovery activity for most ships to sail through. At approximately 130 kilometres-long and With a flexible itinerary and depending on the conditions, take 450 metres wide, at its narrowest point, you may pass several Scenic Discovery excursions by kayak or onshore for landings. glacial runners.
Featured Scenic Discovery activity Day 4: At sea Take Scenic Discovery excursions by Zodiac to view ice formations, Spend the day crossing the iceberg-laden Denmark Strait, which paddle the kayaks to hear the ice cracking or step onshore for landings. connects the Arctic and Atlantic oceans. Meet some of your fellow explorers and immerse yourself in the on board lectures by the Discovery Team. Day 8: Narsaq Narsaq, meaning ‘the plain’ in Greenlandic, is a stunning agricultural town often referred to as the Pearl of Greenland. Located deep in a fjord Day 5-7: East Coast Fjords system, with a gentle sub-Arctic climate, the deep green valleys present Over the next two days, your adventure will vary depending upon ice an astonishing contrast to the blue-green icebergs passing by, and you and weather conditions, which vary from season to season. Conditions may even be able to spot the Greenland Ice Cap from here. Its geology is permitting, you will visit several sites, including Køge Bugt, where the world-famous, with rare minerals found here that are unique to Narsaq.
10 To book call 0808 149 2458 | Visit www.barrheadtravel.co.uk | Contact your local Barrhead Travel In 985AD, the Vikings, led by Erik the Red, settled the Narsaq area and Featured Scenic Discovery activity lived off sheep breeding and fishing for five centuries. The ruins of the Scenic Discovery excursions by Zodiac, kayak or onshore for landings. Norse era are still visible at many places throughout the area.
Featured Scenic Discovery activity Day 12: Kangerlussuaq Fjord Take a Scenic Discovery excursion by Zodiac or kayak, or take a hiking tour.
Day 9: Nuuk Nuuk, translating as ‘The Cape’, is an accurate name in terms of the location of Greenland’s capital, situated on the tip of a large peninsula at the mouth of the spectacular Godthaab Fjord system. With some 14.000 inhabitants, it is by far the largest town in Greenland, as well as the oldest, founded in 1728 by “the apostle of Greenland” Hans Egede, a Danish-Norwegian missionary. A curious mix of a traditional Greenlandic town and a modern small Today, we’ll cruise into the picturesque 190-kilometre Kangerlussuaq capital, the Old Harbour with its 19th century buildings and local markets, Fjord, which flows from the estuary of Qinnguata Kuussua river, to the selling the day’s local catch, is within walking distance of the modern southwest, and empties into the Davis Strait. town centre. Day 13-14: Kangerlussuaq > Copenhagen > UK Kangerlussuaq, meaning ‘the long fjord’, is a former US airbase, where Day 10: Evighedsfjorden animal life is abundant with wild caribou and musk oxen calling it home. After docking here, you’ll say your goodbyes to your crew on board Scenic Eclipse as you disembark after breakfast for your flight to Copenhagen. Here you’ll enjoy an overnight stay in a luxurious hotel before transferring to the airport the following day for your flight back to the UK.
EARLYBIRD FARES PLUS The fjords in this area can reach close to a kilometre (over half a mile) of * depth and are lined with tidewater glaciers from the Maniitsoq ice sheet FREE SUITE UPGRADE located high up in the interior of Greenland. Some of the cliffs along the fjords of this region can exceed 2,000 metres (6,600ft) in height. PLUS † Featured Scenic Freechoice activity $500 ON BOARD CREDIT Marvel at the mummies in the Greenland National Museum, or try the PLUS local Greenlandic beer at Greenland’s largest microbrewery. Alternatively, learn about Inuit culture at the Nuuk Art Museum. FREE PRIVATE DOOR-TO-DOOR CHAUFFEUR TRANSFERS Day 11: Ilulissat & Disko Bay
Departure Dates & Prices Voyage D11G
Earlybird Full Fare from
from Aug Cat. Suite Deck only 03 2020 D Verandah 5 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT DA Deluxe Verandah 5 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT DB Deluxe Verandah 5 £9,195 £9,985 DD Grand Deluxe 5 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT Beautifully situated at the mouth of the 40-kilometre ice fjord filled with C Verandah 6 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT enormous icebergs from the most productive glacier in the northern CA Deluxe Verandah 6 £9,645 £10,475 hemisphere, Ilulissat, meaning iceberg in Greenlandic, is the apt name for CD Grand Deluxe 6 £10,145 £11,035 the beautiful coastal town recognised for its ice fjord and bergs of Disko GP Grand Panorama 6 £20,295 SOLD OUT Bay. In 2004, its unique glaciology and unsurpassed natural splendour B Verandah 7 £9,895 £10,755 was awarded a World Heritage status. BA Deluxe Verandah 7 £10,045 £10,925 4,500 people live in Ilulissat, and with them, thousands of sled dogs. This is an eloquent statement of the importance of the dog sled as a means BD Grand Deluxe 7 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT of transport, even in a large modern town. The harbour is full of fishing A Verandah 8 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT vessels and trawlers that all bear witness to the great importance of AA Deluxe Verandah 8 £10,745 £11,695 fishing to the town. AD Grand Deluxe 8 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT Just a few kilometres away from the town, you’ll find the archaeological S Spa 8 £13,295 £14,495 site of Sermermiut valley that extends down to the ice fjord. Three P Panorama 8 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT hundred years ago, this was the site of Greenland’s largest settlement, SA Spa 9 £13,495 £14,715 then 250 people. Later, excavations have shown that the beautiful valley has actually been inhabited for thousands of years SB Spa 9 £13,595 £14,825 OP Owner’s Penthouse 9 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT OT 2-bedroom Penthouse 9 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT
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Departs September 3, 2020 From £11,445 per person
o e Cruise Itinerary Highlights Be awed by the unmatched beauty of the Alaskan coastline. t aul Explore the fascinating Aleutian Islands. slan Alaska See the habitat of Northern fur seals on St. Paul Island.
o r Visit the Alaskan state capital and learn about its early origins. utc chora e 1 arbor Be welcomed by the laid-back and friendly locals of the remote town of o iak ar Kodiak. slan Canada ubbar laci r Explore the art galleries of Homer. Sail from the north of Wrangell Narrows to Petersburg. un au Visit the North Pacific Cannery. t rsbur ran ll Navigate the narrows of the dramatic Inside Passage. rinc u rt
14 British Columbia FREE BUSINESS CLASS FLIGHT a couver UPGRADE* TOUR CODE: D41U
Cruise Cruise start/finish 1 Overnight stay Included flight Seal Colony, St. Paul Island
17 Day Itinerary Anchorage > Vancouver
Day 1: UK > Anchorage, USA Other activities to choose from: World War II Tour Hiking and/or Biking Tour Day 2: Anchorage > Nome Botanical Tour Life of a Fisherman Day 3: At sea Day 6: At sea Day 4: St. Paul Island Day 7: Kodiak Island Featured Activity: Seal Colony Featured Activity: Several hundred thousand northern Fur Seals land upon the rocky Tastes of Kodiak beaches of St Paul every year, to breed and birth their pups. From your Stroll through the heart of Kodiak town, tasting specialty local delicacies. hidden vantage point, witness enormous males fighting for space on the Experience Alaskan seafood in all its glory with mouthwatering crab beach, females coming and going to and from the water with food, and the cakes, halibut tacos, and delicious smoked salmon all on offer. Try local crys of playful newborn pups. If you’re lucky, you may spot the occasional staples like salmonberry jam at a local market and finally top it off with a Sea Lion too. pint at the Kodiak Island Brewing Company, accompanied by a delicious dessert. Other activities to choose from: Museum & St. Paul’s Church Other activities to choose from: Back stage tour of Alutiiq Museum Russian Heritage Tour Day 5: Dutch Harbour Hiking Tours
Featured Activity: City Tour and Museum Visit Day 8: Homer For 10,000 years, various peoples have made their homes in this inhospitable region. These rich cultures are still on show in the form of the Featured Activity: artifacts left behind by the indigenous Unungan (Aleut) or in Unalaska’s Guided Kayaking Tour distinctive and photogenic Russian Orthodox Cathedral. To have a real Alaskan adventure, take a kayak or canoe out onto the water and take in the area’s beautiful scenery. Paddle to a nearby glacial lake, tiny uninhabited islands and the bizarre ‘Elephant rock’. During your tour you may even see some of the local wildlife, so make sure you have your camera handy.
12 To book call 0808 149 2458 | Visit www.barrheadtravel.co.uk | Contact your local Barrhead Travel Other activities to choose from: Other activities to choose from: Wildlife Viewing Bay Cruise City Tour and Native Cultural Presentation Dock Walk or Hiking Tour Guided Hike Tide Pool Tours Jet Boat Trip and Hike Halibut Fishing Kayaking
Day 14: Prince Rupert Day 9: Seward Featured Activity: Featured Activity: Whale Watching Tour Dog Mushing Centre Visit and Ride Venture out to sea for some spectacular wildlife encounters. You may Experience Alaska’s favourite sport for yourself at Seward Kennel dog see Humpback whales diving to feed, Orcas following migrating salmon, camp. Enjoy a fun, zippy ride on our dog cart as your team of highly- playful porpoises, as well as Grey Whales, Stellar sea lions, Harbour seals, trained dogs guide you through the 1.5-mile long woodland trail. eagles, Blue herons, and more.
Other activities to choose from: Other activities to choose from: Sealife Centre Back Stage Tour Mysteries and Traditions Glacier Hike Golf Tour Zip Line Tour or Kayaking Tour Coastal Ecosystem Kayaking City Tour with Museum and Mural tour Prince Rupert City Highlights Tour Jet Boat Adventure North Coast Waterfall Hike Day 10: Hubbard Glacier North Coast Art Workshop Take in the longest tidewater glacier in the world. This mountain of ice exemplifies the grandness of the wilderness. Day 15: At sea Day 11: Juneau Day 16: Vancouver > UK | Day 17: UK
EARLYBIRD FARES PLUS FREE BUSINESS CLASS Featured Activity: * Scenic Enrich experience FLIGHT UPGRADE Gain exclusive access to a museum and learn of the Tlingit, Haida and PLUS Tsimshian native cultures of South Alaska. FREE PRIVATE DOOR-TO-DOOR Other activities to choose from: Juneau Food Tour CHAUFFEUR TRANSFERS City Tour Kayaking and Lake and Hike in Glacier Cave Mountain Cable Car Ride and Hike Departure Dates & Prices Voyage D41U Dog Sledding in Wheel Cart Earlybird Full Fare from Whale Watching from Sep Cat. Suite Deck Glacier Garden only 03 2020 D Verandah 5 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT Day 12: Petersburg DA Deluxe Verandah 5 £11,445 £12,335 DB Deluxe Verandah 5 £11,865 £12,755 Featured Activity: DD Grand Deluxe 5 £12,215 £13,175 Jet Boat to Le Conte Glacier C Verandah 6 £11,865 £12,755 Visit North America’s southernmost tidewater glacier in style, as you CA Deluxe Verandah 6 £12,215 £13,175 speed through some absolutely breathtaking scenery. If you prefer, CD Grand Deluxe 6 £12,565 £13,525 combine your trip with a guided hike in Tongass National Rainforest. GP Grand Panorama 6 £26,215 £28,715 Other activities to choose from: B Verandah 7 £12,915 £13,945 City Tour with Museum & Presentation BA Deluxe Verandah 7 £13,195 £14,295 Hiking Tour BD Grand Deluxe 7 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT A Verandah 8 £13,195 £14,295 AA Deluxe Verandah 8 £13,615 £14,715 Day 13: Wrangell AD Grand Deluxe 8 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT Featured Activity: S Spa 8 £17,045 £18,565 Golf Day at Muskeg Meadows P Panorama 8 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT SA Spa 9 £17,045 £18,565 Enjoy the challenge of this unique golf course in the midst of a rainforest. Test your skill as you avoid the large jutting rock on the ninth hole and look SB Spa 9 £17,745 £19,335 out for ball-stealing ravens. OP Owner’s Penthouse 9 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT OT 2-bedroom Penthouse 9 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT
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Departs September 17, 2020 From £8,075 per person
Cruise Itinerary Highlights
Explore the spectacular Butchart Gardens in Victoria. Vanco er Canada Discover the beautifully restored Victorian homes of Astoria. S The old district of Eureka take you back in time and gives you a glimpse of a past era. Sail past the glimmering lights of San Francisco, after a day of exploration. Whale watch in the marine rich waters of the Pacific Coastline. United States See the street art of Santa Barbara, a place where food, art, history, of America fashion, wine and sunshine mix to create a delightful and unique experience. S
S FREE BUSINESS San Die o CLASS FLIGHT UPGRADE* TOUR CODE: D51U
Cruise Cruise start/finish 1 Overnight stay Included flight San Francisco Skyline
12 Day Itinerary Vancouver > San Diego
Day 1-2: UK > Vancouver, Canada Day 4: Victoria Fly from the UK to Vancouver. On arrival, transfer to your luxurious hotel for an overnight stay. Regional airports available on request. The following Featured Activity: day a world of wonder awaits as you step on board Scenic Eclipse and Victoria City Tour raise your glass to the start of your luxurious cruise. This tour is designed to take in the best of what Victoria has to offer, including Old Town, Beacon Hill Park, and Mile 0, the starting point of one of the world’s longest highways, the Trans-Canada Highway. Day 3: Seattle The route will pass through historic areas such as Craigdarroch Castle, Oak Bay Village, Oak Bay Marina, Cook Street Village, and Beacon Hill Park. Along the way, the bus will wait at select locations while you document your trip around British Columbia’s capital city.
Other activities to choose from: Visit to Butchart Gardens & Butterfly Garden Local Brewery & Distillery Tour Whale Watching Tour Victoria Foodie Tour Biking Tour Featured Activity: Tastes of Seattle Day 5: Astoria Set off for the Pike Place Market, the epicenter of Seattle’s rich food culture. Follow your food-loving guide to the best stalls in the market, Featured Activity: where they’ll introduce you to winemakers, farmers, butchers, bakers, and Brewery Tour craft makers of all types. Beer enthusiasts know Oregon as “Beervana.” Astoria pubs share the beer Other activities to choose from: culture of the state by providing award-winning beers. On a bus tour with stops at three of the four locations, you’ll have a chance to experience the Boeing Factory Tour pub culture that is an ingrained part of the Oregon social fabric. At each Guided Tour of Seattle location, you’ll sample several different beer styles and have a pub snack. Biking Tour of Seattle Along the route a local guide will describe Astoria’s brewing history and Hiking Tour of Seattle the history of each pub’s location.
Other activities to choose from: Maritime History Tour Active River Walk
14 To book call 0808 149 2458 | Visit www.barrheadtravel.co.uk | Contact your local Barrhead Travel Bike Tour along river Scenic Tour of Monterey Bay & Carmel City Tour Whale Watching Tour
Day 6: At sea Day 10: Santa Barbara
Featured Activity: Day 7: Eureka Biking Tour Make the most of your time in town with this city bike tour. Santa Featured Activity: Barbara locals love to bike and with good reason: this city ranks in the Kayaking Tour top 20 nationally for bicycle commuting. Your on-bike tour guides will Open yourself to a new experience with a sea kayaking tour of Trinidad take you past Santa Barbara’s main points of interest while they share Bay. Within moments of leaving the beach you are paddling amongst fascinating tidbits, stories and secrets about this wonderful city. Be sure throngs of seals and sea lions lounging on offshore rocks. The tour winds to bring along your camera to snap photos of historical landmarks and through rock islands and seastacks that make up the “California Coastal stunning views. This tour is typically 50% coastal and 50% inland but can Monuments”. You’ll explore the headlands in search of migrating grey be modified depending on the size and interests of the group. Choose whales and passing Orca, that come to feed in the nutrient rich waters of between beach cruisers, hybrid bikes and hard trail mountain bikes. Trinidad Bay. This protected waterway sits in the lee of Trinidad Head and offers ample nesting sites for score of shorebirds. This bay is a must see Other activities to choose from: for any birder as its location on the pacific flyway attracts nearly every Wine Lovers Tour western species imaginable. Biking Tour of Santa Barbara Kayaking Tour Other activities to choose from: Blue Ox Millworks Historic Park Oyster Tour Day 11-12: San Diego > UK Guided hike in Headwaters Forest Reserve Your cruise ends this morning in San Diego as you say farewell to your Art & Architecture Tour crew. Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the airport for your Humbolt Botamnical Gardens Tour overnight flight home to the UK.
Day 8: San Francisco
Featured Activity: Scenic Enrich experience EARLYBIRD FARES Step back in time and visit San Francisco during prohibition and surround yourself in the lives and culture of the Roaring 1920’s. Interact PLUS with flappers, gangsters, and bootleggers during a ‘choose-your-own- adventure’ immersive theatrical experience full of extravagance and FREE BUSINESS CLASS spectacle. FLIGHT UPGRADE* Other activities to choose from: PLUS Napa Valley Wine Tour Photography Tour FREE PRIVATE DOOR-TO-DOOR Street Art Tour Botanical Tour CHAUFFEUR TRANSFERS Walt Disney Family Museum Visit Haunted San Francisco Tour Departure Dates & Prices Voyage D51U
Day 9: Monterey Earlybird Full Fare from
from Sep Cat. Suite Deck only 17 2020 D Verandah 5 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT DA Deluxe Verandah 5 £8,075 £8,710 DB Deluxe Verandah 5 £8,345 £8,980 DD Grand Deluxe 5 £8,570 £9,250 C Verandah 6 £8,345 £8,980 CA Deluxe Verandah 6 £8,570 £9,250 CD Grand Deluxe 6 £8,795 £9,475 GP Grand Panorama 6 £17,570 £19,240 Featured Activity: B Verandah 7 £9,020 £9,745 Whale Watching Tour BA Deluxe Verandah 7 £9,200 £9,970 Monterey Bay is the premier destination for whale watching all year. BD Grand Deluxe 7 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT Your daily 3-hour, whale watch trip is narrated by a marine biologist or naturalist who provides educational and interesting information about A Verandah 8 £9,200 £9,970 whales, dolphins, and a wide variety of marine wildlife. In addition to AA Deluxe Verandah 8 £9,470 £10,240 teaching you about the wildlife, your marine biologists and naturalists will AD Grand Deluxe 8 £9,920 £10,735 provide information about the natural history of the local area and talk S Spa 8 £11,675 £12,715 about conservation. P Panorama 8 £17,570 £19,240 Other activities to choose from: SA Spa 9 £11,675 £12,715 Old Monterey Walking Food Tour SB Spa 9 £12,125 £13,210 Kayaking tour of the Bay OP Owner’s Penthouse 9 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT Highlights of Monterey Tour OT 2-bedroom Penthouse 9 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT
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Departs September 26, 2020 From £10,295 per person
Cruise Itinerary Highlights
Mexico and Costa Rica await as you set sail from the Gulf San Die o of California, through the storied waters of the Sea of United States of America Cortez and down the coastline of Latin America.
Mexico Soak in the views of the rugged tropical mountains, endemic wildlife, cobblestone streets and the breathtaking seaside of the Mexican Riviera. Observe the rich marine wildlife of playful L P sea lions, dolphins, tortoises and dozens of species of fish that will leave you fascinated. P
Guatemala El Salvador Nicaragua P Costa Rica FREE P erto Ca dera BUSINESS CLASS FLIGHT UPGRADE* TOUR CODE: D61U
Cruise Cruise start/finish 1 Overnight stay Included flight Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
16 Day Itinerary San Diego > Puerto Caldera
Day 1-2: UK > San Diego, United States of America Day 6: Isla Cerralvo Fly from the UK to San Diego. On arrival, transfer to your luxurious hotel The waters around Isla Cerralvo, or Jacques Cousteau Island are abundant for an overnight stay. Regional airports available on request. The following with marine life. With water visibility up to 30m, this area is considered by day you’ll board Scenic Eclipse, your home away from home, to explore the many to be among the top five fishing spots in the world. beautiful Mexican Riviera and Costa Rica. Day 7: Puerto Vallarta Day 3-4: At sea Puerto Vallarta is a town on Mexico’s Pacific Coast, known for its beaches and water sports. It is also where Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor Day 5: La Paz, Mexico filmed John Huston’s ‘The Night of the Iguana’. La Paz, the capital of Baja California Sur, is known for its seafront Malecón promenade with beaches, parks and art by Mexican and international artists.
Scenic Enrich Experience Aztec Creation Show Featured Activity As the stars appear in the sky in the heart of the steamy tropical rainforest at Las Caletas, experience a dazzling world-class show Snorkel with Sea Lions depicting the Aztec creation. Head towards San Rafaelito Island for the chance to snorkel with a small colony of Californian sea lions. Featured Activity Vallarta City Tour Other activities to choose from: Discover the hidden gems of Puerto Vallarta on a guided tour, comprising Explore the small town of San Rafaelito the best of the local art, architecture, colours, flavours and sounds this Kayaking or Paddle-boarding at Balandra Bay region has to offer. Walk through the sculpture plaza, Lady of Guadalupe cathedral and the exquisite main plaza. Continue along a scenic coastal road to a beautiful, flower-covered lookout point to Los Arcos. This is the perfect way to get to know the friendliest city in the world!
16 To book call 0808 149 2458 | Visit www.barrheadtravel.co.uk | Contact your local Barrhead Travel Other activities to choose from: Day 13: Corinto, Nicaragua Off Road Adventure Nicaragua’s largest port, Corinto sits on an island connected to the Hidden Mexico Walking Tour mainland by bridges. Nicaragua is home to some of the world’s most Rhythms of the Night beautiful beaches, and the area offers long stretches of white sand and Colonial San Sebastian clear blue waters.
Day 8: At sea Day 14: Bahía Culebra, Costa Rica One of Bahía Culebra’s main features is the excellent quality of its waters Day 9: Acapulco that house a valuable natural ecosystem. Acapulco, a beach resort town on Mexico’s Pacific coast, is set on a large Featured Activity bay backed by the Sierra Madre del Sur mountains. Catamaran Adventure & Snorkel Snorkeling around Flamingo area, you will discover an enchanting marine world. Beautiful reefs and colourful and pristine beaches are the sites where you will see the abundant marine life to the tropics regions. Gaze off the boat with a refreshing tropical drink and snacks served by our crew, as the time you scan the seas for dolphins, sea turtles, flying fish and so much more. It is and experience you should not miss! Other activities to choose from: National Park by Boat & Traditions Papagayo Canopy Zip Line Tour Saddles and Paddles Featured Activity Baby Turtle Release and Cliff Divers Day 15-16: Puerto Caldera > San José, Costa Rica > Begin your tour by witnessing the memorable sight of Acapulco’s amazing UK Cliff Divers leaping hundreds of feet from rock formations and plunging gracefully into the sea below. At the peaceful Bonfil beach, baby Marine Your cruise ends this morning in Puerto Caldera as you say farewell to your turtles are waiting for you to release them into the sea. Help release your crew. Disembark after breakfast and transfer to San José airport for you turtle into the ocean and watch as they start their new life in the wild, overnight flight home to the UK. knowing you’ve helped play a part in the conservation of this endangered species – a truly unique experience. After this, we will head back to Tabasco beach club for a lunch and free time to swim EARLYBIRD FARES Other activities to choose from: Highlights and Cliff Divers PLUS Colonial Acapulco Roqueta Island and Cliff Divers FREE BUSINESS CLASS Pierre Mundo Imperial Beach Brake FLIGHT UPGRADE* PLUS Day 10: At sea FREE PRIVATE DOOR-TO-DOOR Day 11: Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala CHAUFFEUR TRANSFERS Featured Activity Rum Tasting & Antigua Site-seeing Take a coach ride through the lowlands, where the first tribes of the Departure Dates & Prices Voyage D61U region built their first settlements and hunted and cultivated their food Earlybird Full Fare from in the rich and fertile volcanic lands, today planted with sugar cane. from Cat. Suite Deck Sep 26 After the drive, you will be taken to Casa del Ron in Antigua, where an only 2020 expert bartender and rum connoisseur will guide you through a tasting D Verandah 5 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT of Guatemala’s best rums. Learn how the different altitudes where these Deluxe Verandah £10,295 £11,225 rums are processed influences their excellent flavor and body. DA 5 DB Deluxe Verandah 5 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT Other activities to choose from: DD Grand Deluxe 5 £11,010 £12,005 Lake Atitlan Tour C Verandah 6 £10,685 £11,615 CA Deluxe Verandah 6 £11,010 £12,005 Day 12: Acajutla, El Salavador CD Grand Deluxe 6 £11,335 £12,330 Acajutla, El Salvador offers an authentic look at life along the Pacific GP Grand Panorama 6 £24,010 £26,435 coast of Central America. B Verandah 7 £11,660 £12,720 BA Deluxe Verandah 7 £11,920 £13,045 Featured Activity BD Grand Deluxe 7 £12,310 £13,435 El Imposible National Park A Verandah 8 £11,920 £13,045 An exceptional natural escape! Visit El Imposible National Park, the largest AA Deluxe Verandah 8 £12,310 £13,435 protected natural area in El Salvador. This area is considered the most AD Grand Deluxe 8 £12,960 £14,150 important natural remnant of a globally threatened ecosystem, one of the last refuges for an incredibly diverse community of wildlife and water S Spa 8 £15,495 £17,010 resources. You will get the chance to watch animals and exotic birds as P Panorama 8 £24,010 £26,435 you walk the natural trails of the lush forest. Visit the local interpretation SA Spa 9 £15,495 £17,010 museum and hear the different viewpoints on this wonderful destination. SB Spa 9 £16,145 £17,725 Other activities to choose from: OP Owner’s Penthouse 9 £27,845 £30,725 Colonial Towns & Handicraft Tour OT 2-bedroom Penthouse 9 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT
Mayan Route Terms and conditions: See back page for full details. Ancestrial Cacao To book call 0808 149 2458 | Visit www.barrheadtravel.co.uk | Contact your local Barrhead Travel 17 Coastal Adventure: Costa Rica to Peru
Departs October 9, 2020 From £8,355 per person
Cruise Itinerary Highlights
Explore one of the most ecologically diverse places Costa Rica on the planet; landscapes of rainforest lakes, tropical P erto Ca dera beaches, volcanoes and an impressive variety of wildlife. P Panama P On this voyage, we will take you to explore some of the most fascinating archaeological sites, vibrant cultures and brilliant U P cities along the South American coastline from Costa Rica to Peru that will make this voyage truly unforgettable. Colombia
P Ecuador
S Peru FREE BUSINESS CLASS FLIGHT Lima UPGRADE* TOUR CODE: D41C
Cruise Cruise start/finish 1 Overnight stay Included flight Darien National Park, Panama
14 Day Itinerary Puerto Caldera > Lima
Day 1: UK > San José, Costa Rica Take a stroll down one of the easily-accessible trails and within minutes find yourself in the heart of the rainforest. Monkeys, sloths, toucans and Fly from the UK to San Jose and stay overnight in a luxurious hotel. iguanas, are just a few of the many animals you may run into. Regional airports are available on request. Other activities to choose from: Boat ride though the mangroves Day 2: San José > Puerto Caldera Local Cuisine Tour Board Scenic Eclipse, your home away from home, in the early afternoon Fly through the treetops of Titi Canopy to explore beautiful Costa Rica and Panama. Take surf lessons at Manuel Antonio beach
Day 3: Isla Tortugas > Curú National Park Day 5: At sea This morning, you awake in a tropical paradise, Isla Tortugas. Remote and pristine, it will ease you gently into your Costa Rica adventure. On arrival to Curú National Park, visit the Curú Wildlife Refuge. Be introduced Day 6: Darién National Park, Panama to a variety of wildlife that thrives here, including up to 200 species of Darién National Park is one of the most important UNESCO World birds, capuchin and howler monkeys as well as sloths and anteaters. Heritage-listed sites in Central America and is only accessible by water on a small ship. A natural bridge spanning the two Americas, it houses a myriad of habitats, ranging from rocky coastlines and sandy beaches to mangroves. It is one of the few remaining examples in the world of a Day 4: Quepos protected area inhabited by humans Whether a wildlife lover, thrill seeker or budding chef, today we have an array of activities that will suit you.
Day 7: Utria National Park, Colombia Featured Activity Sitting on Colombia’s Pacific coast is the lush tract of Utría National Park. Extravaganza rainforest trails From coral reefs and mangroves in the marine realm, to tropical rainforest
18 To book call 0808 149 2458 | Visit www.barrheadtravel.co.uk | Contact your local Barrhead Travel and rocky beaches where sea turtles come to lay their eggs, few places in houses, workshops and irrigation channels that made this complex city tick. the world encompass the diversity of Utría’s ecosystems. Other activities to choose from: Today choose one of our Scenic Freechoice activities or join a more active Visit to adobe temples & pyramids Scenic Discovery excursion. Visit to Trujillo and Archaeological Museum.
Featured Activity Mangrove swamp trails Day 12: Isla Guanape Take a walk through this distinctively South American habitat, on raised Lying off the Pacific Ocean coast of Peru this small island chain is a walkways that wind through the eerie swamps. Over decades, various wildlife refuge and home to large colonies of inquisitive Southern sea species of plants have slowly twisted and woven themselves into a rich lions and hundreds of seabirds. green tapestry of vegetation, home to numerous kinds of animals, birds and insects. Day 13-14: Lima (Callao), Chile > UK Other activities to choose from: Your cruise ends in Callao (Lima) this morning, as you say farewell to your crew. Visit Playa Blanca beach Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the airport for your flight home to the UK. Featured Discovery Activity Kayaking at Utria National Park Paddle the calm waters of Ensenada de Utría and witness the great wealth of bird and other animal life in this rich habitat. Enclosed by mountains and forest, this seawater lagoon provides a wonderfully peaceful environment to explore at your own pace.
Other Discovery activities to choose from: Rainforest guided tour
Day 8: At sea
Day 9: Isla de la Plata, Ecuador Isla de la Plata is a small island off Ecuador’s central coast. Part of Machalilla National Park, the uninhabited island features beaches, headlands and shrub land. It’s known for its many marine birds, like the EARLYBIRD FARES blue-footed and masked boobies. PLUS
Day 10: At sea FREE BUSINESS CLASS FLIGHT UPGRADE* Day 11: Salaverry, Peru PLUS Salaverry is the gateway to the cultural capital of Peru, picturesque Trujillo and the amazing ruins of Chan Chan. FREE PRIVATE DOOR-TO-DOOR CHAUFFEUR TRANSFERS
Departure Dates & Prices Voyage D41C
Earlybird Full Fare from
from Oct Cat. Suite Deck only 09 2020 D Verandah 5 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT DA Deluxe Verandah 5 £8,355 £9,060 Scenic Enrich Experience DB Deluxe Verandah 5 £8,520 £9,280 Peruvian horse display DD Grand Deluxe 5 £8,960 £9,720 Be amazed with the grace and elegance of the Peruvian Paso horse in a C Verandah 6 £8,850 £9,610 charming display of these beautiful and authentic animals. These horses CA Deluxe Verandah 6 £9,015 £9,830 are renowned for their smooth, ambling gait, and gentle demeanor. CD Grand Deluxe 6 £9,565 £10,435 GP Grand Panorama 6 £20,785 £22,865 B Verandah 7 £9,400 £10,215 BA Deluxe Verandah 7 £9,510 £10,380 BD Grand Deluxe 7 £10,170 £12,095 A Verandah 8 £9,895 £10,765 AA Deluxe Verandah 8 £10,280 £11,205 AD Grand Deluxe 8 £10,830 £11,810 S Spa 8 £13,030 £14,285 P Panorama 8 £20,345 £22,370 Featured Activity SA Spa 9 £13,305 £14,560 Chan Chan tour SB Spa 9 £13,415 £14,670 The amazing World Heritage-listed ruins of Chan Chan will be unlike OP Owner’s Penthouse 9 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT anywhere you’ve seen before. This richly-decorated city and the mystical OT 2-bedroom Penthouse 9 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT figures that guard it are the legacy of the lost civilization of the Chimú who Terms and conditions: See back page for full details. were eventually subsumed by the Inca. Wander the site of the temples,
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Departs October 20, 2020 From £5,315 per person
Cruise Itinerary Highlights
Peru Journey along the spine of South America and be amazed by the marvellous land of miscellany. From blue crashing waves and waddling penguins, to the Lima world’s driest desert and a town right out of a western movie, P there is no telling what lies around the corner. Give in to the mesmerising Latin American culture as you sway to Peruvian music, savour pisco sours and gape in awe of the mysterious Andean geoglyphs.
Chile P
Va ara so FREE Santia o BUSINESS CLASS FLIGHT UPGRADE* TOUR CODE: D51S
1 Cruise Cruise start/finish Overnight stay Included flight Baquedano Street, Iquique, Chile
11 Day Itinerary Lima > Valparaíso
Day 1-2: UK > Lima, Peru Day 4: At sea Fly from the UK to Lima for an overnight stay in a luxurious hotel. Regional airports available on request. The following day transfer from Lima to Callao, a seaside city on the Pacific Ocean, and one of Peru’s chief Day 5: Materani seaports. A world of wonder awaits as you step on board and raise your glass to the start of your luxurious cruise.
Day 3: Paracas Paracas is a town on Peru’s west coast. It’s known for beaches, like El Chaco, set on sheltered Paracas Bay. The town is a launch point for the uninhabited Ballestas Islands, home to sea lions, pelicans and Humboldt penguins. Rugged, wildlife-rich Paracas National Reserve spans the desert, ocean, islands and the Paracas Peninsula. The peninsula’s Paracas Candelabra is a vast prehistoric geoglyph, etched into a hillside.
Featured Scenic Activities Explore Mejía Lakes National Sanctuary, one of the most important areas of wetlands on the western coast of South America, or see the highlights of the most picturesque resort in southern Peru. Alternatively, birdwatch at the Mejía Lagoons, one of the most significant Peruvian stopover for migratory birds.
Day 6: Arica, Chile Chile’s northernmost city, Arica, is characteristically arid for the region, which is home to the world’s driest desert, the Atacama. Stark, barren, Featured Scenic Activity and filled with rocky outcrops, a visit to the dramatic landscape of the desert is a spellbinding experience. Scenic Enrich Experience Witness a private performance of Peruvian musicians as you sample the national drink, the Pisco Sour against the backdrop of the Pacific Ocean.
20 To book call 0808 149 2458 | Visit www.barrheadtravel.co.uk | Contact your local Barrhead Travel Day 9: At sea
Day 10-11: Valparaíso > Santiago, Chile > UK Your cruise ends this morning in Valparaiso as you say farewell to your crew. Disembark after breakfast and transfer to Santiago Airport for your overnight flight home to the UK.
Featured Scenic Activities Learn of the history of humankind is this desert region including a visit to an archaeological museum that claims to have the world’s oldest mummies. Alternatively, visit a village that dates to the pre-Hispanic era and retains some of its mystical allure, or venture to the worlds driest desert and experience the Andean Culture.
Day 7: Iquique Iquique is a coastal city in northern Chile, to the west of the Atacama Desert. Take a stroll through Baquedano Street towards the centre of town and soak in the very Texas-like vibe of the town. The street’s faded wooden buildings with window shutters and grand doors will also have you expecting to see a cowboy pushing through a saloon doors at any moment.
EARLYBIRD FARES PLUS FREE BUSINESS CLASS FLIGHT UPGRADE* PLUS FREE PRIVATE DOOR-TO-DOOR CHAUFFEUR TRANSFERS Featured Scenic Activities Take a panoramic drive to fully appreciate the town’s peculiar beauty, or visit a ghost town that was abandoned after mining operations ceased Departure Dates & Prices Voyage D51S on your way to the Pintados Geoglyphs. Earlybird Full Fare from
from Oct Cat. Suite Deck only 20 2020 Day 8: Isla Pan de Azucar D Verandah 5 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT The rugged shores of Isla Pan de Azucar (or Sugarloaf Island) are home DA Deluxe Verandah 5 £5,315 £5,675 to thousands of Humboldt penguins. The penguins come to this arid DB Deluxe Verandah 5 £5,435 £5,835 island to breed and spend their days fishing, swimming and diving. DD Grand Deluxe 5 £5,755 £6,155 The waters around Isla Pan de Azucar also support kelp gulls, blackish oystercatchers, Peruvian boobies, pelicans, sea lions and the reclusive C Verandah 6 £5,675 £6,075 South American marine otter. CA Deluxe Verandah 6 £5,795 £6,235 CD Grand Deluxe 6 £6,195 £6,675 GP Grand Panorama 6 £14,355 £15,715 B Verandah 7 £6,075 £6,515 BA Deluxe Verandah 7 £6,155 £6,635 BD Grand Deluxe 7 £6,635 £7,155 A Verandah 8 £6,435 £6,915 AA Deluxe Verandah 8 £6,715 £7,235 AD Grand Deluxe 8 £7,115 £7,675 S Spa 8 £8,715 £9,475 P Panorama 8 £14,035 £15,355 SA Spa 9 £8,915 £9,675 SB Spa 9 £8,995 £9,755 OP Owner’s Penthouse 9 £16,755 £18,395 OT 2-bedroom Penthouse 9 £21,075 £23,155
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Departs October 27, 2020 From £8,705 per person
Cruise Itinerary Highlights
Discover the World Heritage-listed churches and architecture of Castro on Chiloé Island Va ara so Santia o Spend days exploring the majestic scenery and wildlife of the inner B enos Aires passages of the Chilean Channels Argentina Be welcomed by the residents of the small fishing village of Tortel
Chile Sensory days await as you traverse the Beagle Channel, the Magellan Strait and the Garibaldi Fjord P Take Scenic Discovery excursions# close to monumental glaciers and onshore for nature walks and hikes Paddle a kayak and be thrilled by the sound of glacial ice creaking Each day will delight as your Discovery Team make each destination come alive P Board the helicopter^ and soar above the glaciers
Us aia FREE BUSINESS CLASS FLIGHT UPGRADE* TOUR CODE: D61S
^Helicopter and submarine at additional cost, subject to regulatory approval, availability, weight Cruise Cruise start/finish 1 Overnight stay Included flight restrictions, medical approval and weather and ice conditions. #Excluding days at sea; subject to weather and ice conditions.
16 Day Itinerary Valparaíso > Buenos Aires
Day 1-3: UK > Santiago > Valparaiso, Chile Other activities to choose from: Visit to Puerto Vara and Frutillar Fly from the UK overnight to Santiago, regional airports available on Visit Felmer Museum request. Stay overnight in a luxurious hotel before transferring to the World Heritage-listed city of Valparaíso, with its long and colourful history dating back to the conquistadors. This vibrant city is rich in theatre, music, Day 6: Castro performance and street art and exquisite Victorian architecture. Most streets, staircases, alleyways and buildings are brightly painted. Visit Castro, where colourful wooden stilt houses line the waterfront and the Chilote culture is seen throughout the World Heritage-listed churches and architecture. Day 4: At sea
Day 5: Puerto Montt At the very end of the Pan American highway is Puerto Montt, which is the starting point for a fabled land of fjords, canals, islands, snow-capped volcanoes, green-forested hills and the enchantment of Southern Chile. Puerto Montt is the perfect starting point to explore the German cities of Frutillar and Puerto Varas.
Featured Discovery Activity Chiloé National Park Travel to the Chiloé National Park and stroll the Tepual pathway through a forest of tepu. This dense natural rainforest showcases the wonders of Chile’s flora and fauna, all without having to get your feet dirty. The hustle and bustle of everyday life couldn’t feel further away, as the calls of parakeets drift through the sun-dappled treetops.
Featured Activity Featured Activity Explore Castro Orsono Volcano and Petrohué Falls Castro’s vibrant architecture will stick in the memory long after you This active volcano is one of Chile’s most iconic natural landmarks and depart. Rising on stilts from the waterfront, each of the wooden houses is often compared to Mount Fuji. Vast cooled lava flows trace the paths (Palafitos) feels more colourful than the last, giving the town a quaint, of previous eruptions, and the vigorous Petrohué river follows them cozy appearance, straight from a children’s book. downwards, pooling into the vivid green Llanquihue Lake below.
22 To book call 0808 149 2458 | Visit www.barrheadtravel.co.uk | Contact your local Barrhead Travel Other activities to choose from: Trip to Dalcahue village Horseback ride in the local farmlands
Day 7-10: Inner Fjords Journey to one of the most spectacular locations in Southern Chile and take advantage of some of Scenic Eclipse’s one-of-a-kind features, luxurious facilities and knowledgeable staff, to make your trip even more special.
Day 14: Cape Horn The point where the Atlantic and Pacific Ocean meet, Cape Horn is steeped in maritime history and is the southernmost headland of the Tierra del Fuego archipelago and the southernmost tip of Chile. Weather permitting, our landing on Cape Horn will show the true skill of our Captain, crew and the Discovery Team.
Day 15-16: Ushuaia, Argentina > Buenos Aires > UK Activity Highlights: Your cruise ends this morning as you farewell the crew. Disembark after • Cruise by Catamaran into the Laguna San Rafael via a narrow opening breakfast to fly to Buenos Aires for your overnight stay. The following revealing fantastic views of ice and the San Valentin Glacier. As a morning you’ll be transferred to the airport for your overnight flight back dramatic backdrop, the San Valentin Mountain rises from this massive to the UK, taking away memories of a truly unforgettable experience. ice field which is part of the Laguna San Rafael National Park. • Visit a coastal village, located between the mouth of the Baker River, the largest river in Chile, and a small embayment of the Baker Channel. The surrounding geography is rugged, formed by a number of islands, fjords, channels and estuaries. • Cruise the Angostura Ingles (English Narrows) at the foot of the massive Darwin Cordillera mountain range, the majestic scenery and wildlife of the inner passages of the Chilean Channels is an assault on the senses. • Watch from the Sun Terrace, the Observation Terrace or your private EARLYBIRD FARES verandah as the Captain and local Chilean Pilot expertly manoeuvre Scenic Eclipse through the islands and channel markers of the English Narrows. PLUS • Regular shore visits and Zodiac cruises offer close encounters with wildlife and unrivalled views of this spectacular landscape. FREE BUSINESS CLASS • Kayakers will glide through narrow sheltered waterways and fjords, FLIGHT UPGRADE* paddle amongst ice floes and drift quietly alongside wildlife. • See even more of this rugged, untouched landscape as you soar above it PLUS in the helicopter. FREE PRIVATE DOOR-TO-DOOR • Learn more about the region’s unique geology, history and wildlife from our expert on board team. CHAUFFEUR TRANSFERS • Our chefs will prepare delicious meals that, accompanied by good conversation, will become a focal point of our shipboard life.
Departure Dates & Prices Voyage D61S Day 11: Punta Arenas Earlybird Full Fare from
from Not far from Patagonia, the city is located in the extreme south of Chile Cat. Suite Deck Oct 27 with a port and sheep-breeding history, the gateway into Antarctica will only 2020 captivate you with its clean air and sophisticated European architecture. D Verandah 5 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT DA Deluxe Verandah 5 £8,705 £9,345 Featured Activity DB Deluxe Verandah 5 £8,885 £9,585 Visit Museo Nao Victoria DD Grand Deluxe 5 £9,905 £10,725 This unique museum is housed across several replica ships, each of which C Verandah 6 £9,845 £10,605 played a part in the European discovery, navigation and colonization CA Deluxe Verandah 6 £10,025 £10,845 of the region. Most spectacular of these is the ‘Nao Victoria’ itself, a painstakingly accurate replica of the ship in which Fernando Magellan CD Grand Deluxe 6 £10,685 £11,565 became the first person to circumnavigate the earth. The museum also GP Grand Panorama 6 £23,105 £25,365 features a replica of Charles Darwin’s Beagle, and a lifeboat from Earnest B Verandah 7 £10,685 £11,565 Shackleton’s ill-fated Antarctic expedition. BA Deluxe Verandah 7 £10,865 £11,745 BD Grand Deluxe 7 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT Other activities to choose from: Punta Arenas walking tour A Verandah 8 £11,225 £12,165 Visit to Magellan Strait Park AA Deluxe Verandah 8 £11,585 £12,585 Estancia (ranch) visit AD Grand Deluxe 8 £12,185 £13,245 S Spa 8 £14,705 £16,005 P Panorama 8 £22,625 £24,825 Day 12-13: Chilean Fjords SA Spa 9 £14,885 £16,245 Enjoy days of cruising as you traverse the Agostini and Garibaldi Fjords. SB Spa 9 £15,065 £16,425 Glaciers abound with the Monte Buckland mountain range as the OP Owner’s Penthouse 9 £26,645 £29,325 backdrop. Stay on board and marvel at this wondrous landscape from the OT 2-bedroom Penthouse 9 £33,965 £37,425 comfort of Eclipse’s lounges or terraces, or use this opportunity to try a Discovery activity such as a zodiac trip or helicopter ride.. Terms and conditions: See back page for full details.
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24 25 Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands
Departs November – December 2020 From £18,535 per person
Cruise Itinerary Highlights Argentina Rio de Witness the incredible wildlife of South Georgia, one of the greatest aneiro wildlife concentrations on the planet B enos Aires Visit some of the world’s largest king penguin rookeries and search for wandering albatross on nests S Opportunity to see beaches with elephant and fur seals Cruise past Elephant Island’s dramatic north coast (weather permitting) Us aia Explore the most accessible and wildlife-rich region of Antarctica Daily shore visits and Zodiac cruises offer close encounters with penguins, whales, seals and sea birds P Cruise past massive icebergs and ancient glaciers on the ship S S – or more intimately from the Zodiacs Experience the beauty of the landscapes, the clean air and pristine environment that will affect you like no other place Learn about Antarctica’s unique wildlife, environment and geology from our expert team. Visit historic research huts and working scientific stations. Antarctic Peninsula Kayakers will glide through narrow sheltered waterways and fjords, FREE paddle amongst ice floes and drift quietly alongside wildlife. BUSINESS CLASS FLIGHT UPGRADE* TOUR CODE: D31S
Cruise Cruise start/finish 1 Overnight stay Included flight
23 Day Itinerary Buenos Aires > Buenos Aires
Day 1-2: UK > Buenos Aires • Explore the most accessible and wildlife-rich region of Antarctica. • Regular shore visits and Zodiac cruises offer close encounters with Fly from the UK overnight to Buenos Aires. Regional airports available on penguins, whales, seals and sea birds. request. Arrive at your hotel for your overnight stay in this beautiful city • Visit historic research huts and working scientific stations. – defined by its Latin passion and European romance. • Cruise past massive icebergs and ancient glaciers. • Enjoy the pristine beauty and vast landscapes • Learn about Antarctica’s unique geology, history and wildlife from our Day 3: Buenos Aires > Ushuaia expert team Your journey into wonder begins in Argentina as you fly from Buenos Aires • Kayakers will glide through narrow sheltered waterways and fjords, to Ushuaia where you will be warmly greeted by the crew as you step on paddle amongst ice floes and drift quietly alongside wildlife. board Scenic Eclipse. Settle into your handsomely appointed suite and • Days will be spent cruising along spectacular ice cliffs, following acquaint yourself with all the facilities of your luxurious Discovery Yacht. whales that are feeding near the surface and landing on the continent Try on your custom designed parka and head to the mud-room to be and it’s off shore islands to visit penguin rookies and seal haul outs as fitted with your special polar boots. Toast the start of your voyage at the well as a few of our favourite spots on the peninsula. welcome cocktail reception hosted by the Captain who will introduce your • Our chefs will prepare delicious meals that, accompanied by good expert Discovery Leader and their team. Set sail and cruise through the conversation, will become a focal point of our shipboard life. Beagle Channel and admire the dramatic views of the Andes mountains of Tierra del Fuego from the comfort of your private verandah. Day 10: At sea Day 4: At sea Day 11-14: South Georgia South Georgia is one of the most unique and biodiverse environments Day 5-9: Antarctica on Earth. Due to the extraordinary nature of the region, the sailing and expedition schedule is flexible once you reach the heart of the archipelago. Your experienced Captain and Discovery Leader carefully plan each day’s activities based on the conditions on the islands, the ice and the wildlife. Featured Scenic Discovery activity Daily Wildlife Excursions Equipped with a fleet of custom built Zodiacs and kayaks, and a submarine, your discovery excursions will take you to the place of your wildest dreams. Daily excursions led by the Discovery Team offer unique insights into the environment, wildlife and history. A schedule of activities means that while on board you’ll have plenty to keep you occupied.
26 To book call 0808 149 2458 | Visit www.barrheadtravel.co.uk | Contact your local Barrhead Travel Paradise Harbour Day 15: At sea
Day 16-17: Falkland Islands
A protected bay surrounded by magnificent peaks and spectacular glaciers, the rocky cliffs of this unforgettable piece of heaven provide perfect nesting sites for blue-eyed shags, terns and gulls. The serenity of Paradise Harbour envelops us once the sound of the dropping anchor Featured Scenic Discovery activity fades from our ears. This is a haven for whales and we keep our eyes open Scenic Discovery excursions by Zodiac, kayak and nature walks. for humpbacks, orcas and minkes, as well as crabeater seals, as we Discover the picturesque capital of the Falklands, Stanley, and get to explore the bay in Zodiacs. Imagine being so close to a whale that when he know the friendly locals who are proud of their history and heritage which surfaces to blow, the fishy spray of his exhalation momentarily blurs your you will uncover at the museum. Or explore Gypsy Cove, walk the wildlife vision. Words cannot describe this experience. trail and see the Magellanic penguin colony. Other places we may visit around the Antarctic Peninsula are: Featured Scenic Freechoice activity Pleneau Island, Neko Harbour, Vernadsky, a Ukrainian scientific base, Port Scenic Discovery excursions by Zodiac, kayak and nature walks. Lockroy, a historic British base that is now a museum and post office… Take a walking tour of the small capital or on a Battlefields tour visit the plus a selection of our other favourite landing sites. key sites of the conflict.
Day 18-20: At sea EARLYBIRD FARES Day 21-23: Buenos Aires UK PLUS Your cruise ends this morning as you say your goodbyes to your crew. Disembark after breakfast and fly to Buenos Aires for your overnight stay FREE BUSINESS CLASS before an overnight flight back to the UK. FLIGHT UPGRADE* Antarctica Peninsula PLUS FREE PRIVATE DOOR-TO-DOOR CHAUFFEUR TRANSFERS
Departure Dates & Prices Voyage D21S/D31S
Earlybird Full Fare from
from Nov Dec Cat. Suite Deck only 19 07 2020 2020 D Verandah 5 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT SOLD OUT DA Deluxe Verandah 5 £18,535 £20,175 £20,475 DB Deluxe Verandah 5 £18,805 £20,535 £20,835 Days will be spent cruising along spectacular ice cliffs, following whales DD Grand Deluxe 5 £20,335 £22,245 £22,545 that are feeding near the surface and landing on the continent and it’s off shore islands to visit penguin rookies and seal haul outs as well as a few C Verandah 6 £20,245 £22,065 £22,365 of our favourite spots on the peninsula. CA Deluxe Verandah 6 £20,515 £22,425 £22,725 Our chefs will prepare delicious meals that, accompanied by good CD Grand Deluxe 6 £21,505 £23,505 £23,805 conversation, will become a focal point of our shipboard life. GP Grand Panorama 6 £40,135 £44,205 £44,505 There are many exciting places we can choose to visit. B Verandah 7 £21,505 £23,505 £23,805 A sample of these follows: BA Deluxe Verandah 7 £21,775 £23,775 £24,075 BD Grand Deluxe 7 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT SOLD OUT Half Moon Island A Verandah 8 £22,315 £24,405 £24,705 A wildlife rich island tucked into a neat bay at the eastern end of AA Deluxe Verandah 8 £22,855 £25,035 £25,335 Livingston Island. On a clear day the glaciers and mountains of Livingston AD Grand Deluxe 8 £23,755 £26,025 £26,325 Island dominate the scene. There is a large chinstrap penguin rookery S Spa 8 £27,535 £30,165 £30,465 tucked in between basaltic turrets coloured by yellow and orange lichens. Gulls nest on these turrets and there are often fur seals and elephant P Panorama 8 £39,415 £43,395 £43,695 seals hauled out on the pebble beaches. At one extremity of the island SA Spa 9 £27,805 £30,525 £30,825 there is a large colony of nesting blue-eyed shags. At the other end lies SB Spa 9 £28,075 £30,795 £31,095 a small Argentine station that is sometimes occupied by scientists OP Owner’s Penthouse 9 £45,445 £50,145 £50,445 conducting research on the penguin colony and surrounding waterways. OT 2-bedroom Penthouse 9 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT SOLD OUT
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Terms and Conditions: Prices correct at the time of going to print (2 March 2020) Offers are valid for new bookings only made by 31 March 2020 on selected itineraries on selected dates. Savings of up to £4,700 is based on D21S departing 19 November 2020. Earlybird Fares are strictly limited. 10% Earlybird discount is on the cruise only-price for new bookings only. ¥Free Business Class Flight Upgrade is subject to availability on qualifying flights, valid one way only on selected Americas and Antarctica cruises departing in 2020. Supplements may apply if travelling on non-specified routes and from regional departure points. Upgrades are non-transferable and no cash or credit alternative will be offered. The promotion has no cash value and can be removed at any time. †$500 on board credit available per suite on selected 2019/20 Collection cruises only. No cash alternative. *Suite upgrade available on selected 2019/20 Collection cruises on Verandah suites only, Deck 6 and above and subject to availability. Discount applied to match the early bird brochure rate of the next Verandah cabin below. No cash alternative. Private door-to-door transfers are complimentary within a 75 mile radius and are subject to availability. For guests who live outside of this 75 mile radius, an additional supplement of £2.00 per mile will be charged thereafter, UK mainland only. No cash alternative. Offers can be withdrawn at any time. ^Helicopter and submarine activities are weather permitting, subject to availability and regulatory approvals, and incur additional costs. Offers can be withdrawn at any time. E&OE.