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The Ultimate Land & Sea Collection

EXPERTLY TAILORED EXPERIENCES IN THE WORLD'S MOST ICONIC DESTINATIONS...

IMMERSIVE EXPLORATION TO STIR THE SOUL

These ultimate adventures embody the very pinnacle of travel. Handpicked and meticulously curated to give you an experience you will never forget, they are designed for the discerning traveller seeking the epitome of carefree discovery. On these extended, bespoke explorations, your travel experience will know no bounds. Carefully created for a seamless adventure across land and sea, these special journeys incorporate Premium Included Land Programmes before or after your cruise for the ultimate experience.

Your Included three or four-night Premium Land Programme includes luxury hotel or lodge stays, transfers, select meals and fascinating tours, delivering the perfect prelude or grand finale to a blissfully carefree sailing aboard The World's Most Luxurious Fleet™. We look forward to welcoming you for a journey of a lifetime filled with personalised service, refined accommodations and Epicurean Perfection™.

And all this is included in one wondrous fare, elevating your luxurious cruise experience.

Book your Iconic Explorations Ultimate Land & Sea Collection journey today. Call one of our Cruise Specialists on 0330 094 0218 or click here to enquire online.

Included premium land programmes on select voyages!
ANGKOR WAT
Included 3-night premium land programme from Singapore

Just outside Cambodia’s Siem Reap, a unique and thrilling adventure awaits you in the jungles of Angkor, where you can uncover the rich history and grand architecture of the Khmer Empire. Obscured by dense vegetation for centuries, the glorious temples of Angkor comprise one of the world’s largest religious monuments. The most famous is the enormous Angkor Wat, whose soaring walls are covered with intricate carvings. You will also pass through the imposing gates of Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Khmer Empire, to explore the renowned Bayon Temple.

Day 1: After flying into Singapore International Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel. Check in is at 3:00pm.

Day 2: Later the following day, venture to the Angkor Wat Temple Complex – the highlight of this programme. You will have approximately 2 hours to explore its archaeological treasures with your guide before returning to your hotel.

Your guide will point out the best spots for taking photos of this massive temple complex as you walk amidst the moss-peppered cobbled pathways, gaze up at the intricately carved tower tops and perhaps climb the steep and narrow temple steps that lead to wide courtyards. Lose yourself in contemplation as you catch the rays of the sun dancing off the bas relief carvings at sunset, the chatter of monkeys reverberating off the temple walls.

Day 3: Following breakfast, you will venture to the city of Angkor Thom including the renowned Bayon Temple built in the 12th Century, the Terrace of the Leper King and the Elephant Terrace, a sandstone wall covered with carved hunting scenes and three-headed elephants.

Continue to visit the un-restored temple of Ta Prohm which is famous for its forest atmosphere and enormous fig trees. This temple looks just as it did when the first European explorer arrived. It is also the location of many of the scenes filmed for Angelina Jolie’s huge blockbuster movie, Tomb Raider.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant and after lunch visit Artisans d’Angkor, a school for underprivileged youth where they are taught the ancient crafts of wood and stone carving, creating lacquer ware, painting and silk weaving. Stroll through the school to watch young Cambodian artisans learning a trade and continuing age-old traditions. Many of the students’ crafts are offered for sale in the school store, ranging from beautiful silks and stunning lacquer ware to elegant stone and wood carvings. All the proceeds go towards the running of the school.

Continue to look around The Old Market (Phsar Chas) - the most popular with tourists and visitors, offering the greatest selection of souvenirs, textiles, handicrafts, statues, and curios of any of the traditional markets.

Back at the hotel, enjoy dinner and an Apsara cultural show.

Day 4: After breakfast at the hotel, you will have a group guided transfer to the port.

Included 3-night land programme from Cape Town, South Africa

Embark on an unforgettable Southern Africa Safari adventure.

Enjoy this engaging Southern Africa Safari experience with iconic wildlife sightings while they take care of your every need at Phinda Game Reserve.


Wild Lion in Cape Town PHINDA SAFARI

Day 1: On arrival in Johannesburg at OR Tambo International Airport, proceed to the Arrivals Hall where you are met by our representative who will assist you on a short walk to your overnight hotel.

Providing convenience, style and all the upscale facilities you'd expect from an award-winning hotel, the InterContinental Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport Hotel offers travellers a truly memorable stay. Enjoy a host of services and facilities here, such as conferencing, spa and the Quills restaurant. Explore Gauteng’s City of Gold, Johannesburg, with art galleries, museums and shops nearby.

Spend the remainder of the afternoon and dinner at leisure.

Day 2: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before checking out and embarking on a short, escorted walk to the airport for your flight to Durban.

On arrival in Durban (King Shaka International Airport) you will be met by a local representative who will escort you to Phinda Game Reserve located in lush Zululand region of northern Kwazulu Natal.

Your drive to Phinda Game Reserve will be approximately 4.5 hours with a comfort stop along the way.

Upon arrival at Phinda Game Reserve either staying at Forest or Mountain Lodge you will be welcomed with a refreshing drink followed by check in. After enjoying some afternoon tea you will be shown to your rooms. Once you have settled in you will meet for your late afternoon game drive with snacks in the bush.

Phinda Private Game Reserve is situated in the lush Maputaland region in northern KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Bordering the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park – a World Heritage Site – Phinda comprises 17 500 hectares (43 240 acres) of prime conservation land. Seven distinct habitats shelter an abundance of wildlife including Africa’s Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, black and white rhino, buffalo) and over 380 bird species, while the marine diversity off the nearby coast of Sodwana is said to rival the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. Phinda Mountain Lodge has 25 spectacular suites, each with their own veranda, are positioned to ensure complete privacy. Each suite has an outdoor shower and plunge pool, allowing you to savour the outdoors and the fresh mountain air. Phinda Forest Lodge with a recent refurb has 16 suites, which are all built on stilts and appear to float between the forest floor and the towering tourchwood trees. Each suite features an ensuite bathroom with a freestanding bath, an indoor shower and double vanity. A refurbished deck will lead you out into the natural forest surroundings.

After you return from your game drive there is time to freshen up before enjoying a dinner at the lodge.

Day 3: Depart from the lodge on an early morning game-drive in open 4x4 vehicles, accompanied by your rangers & trackers.

Return to the lodge for a delicious breakfast and the rest of the day at leisure.

Enjoy high tea at the lodge.

Depart on an afternoon game drive. These are conducted in 4-wheel drive open vehicles, allowing for total freedom of movement and the ability to leave the road and track down Africa's Big Five - Lion, Leopard, Rhino, Elephant and Buffalo.

Return to the lodge for dinner.

Day 4: After a delicious breakfast & check-out formalities from the lodge transfer to Durban Airport for your direct flight to Cape Town via Charter plane.

On arrival in Cape Town, a local representative will meet and transfer you to Cape Town Harbour where you will meet your ship for cruise check-in.

Aerial view of the scenic Iguaza Falls IGUAZU FALLS
Included 3-night land programme from Buenos Aires, Argentina

Discovering the beauty of Iguazu Falls.

Experience the extraordinary natural beauty and wildlife of South America during this memorable journey to Iguazú Falls ~ one of the great natural wonders of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.


Day 1: Arrive into the Ezeiza International Airport, Buenos Aires. The day and evening are at your leisure.

Day 2: Following breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the Domestic Airport to board your flight to Iguazú.

The name Iguazú means Great Waters in Guarani. At 80m high and 3km wide, the Iguazú Falls span the border between Argentina and Brazil and is made up of many cascades that generate vast sprays of water producing one of the most spectacular waterfalls known to mankind.

One of the most breathtaking sights you may see during your tour is the fluttering of more than 700 species of butterflies that make this area their home. On this adventure, you will visit the northeastern section of Argentina - an area that is inhabited by over 400 different varieties of birds and marks one of the most beautiful landscapes of the world.

Following lunch, enjoy a motorised boat cruise (zodiacs) which allows you to view the falls from water level and get close enough to feel the spray and energy created by this great mass of falling water. Along the way, your guide will explain all about the trees, birds, falls and more.

Day 3: After breakfast at the hotel, check out & transfer by bus to Iguazú National Park to visit the impressive Garganta del Diablo (Devil’s Throat), where the Iguazú River crashes down almost 80 metre forming many rainbows. You will reach this fantastic sight via a unique train ride - the Eco-Train. Guests will then walk along a 1200-metre footbridge from the train station to the Garganta del Diablo viewing platforms.

You will end your visit with a moderate walk through one of the circuits of the National Park on the Argentine Side. Along the way traverse over catwalks and view the observatories. Depending on your flight time, lunch will either be at a restaurant or a box lunch will be provided before your transfer to the Iguazú Airport. Upon arrival in Buenos Aires you will be transferred to your hotel where you will be reunited with any stored luggage.

In the evening you are treated to a dinner and a tango show.

Day 4: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. After checking out you will get acquainted with Buenos Aires on a half day sightseeing tour highlighting the city’s major neighbourhoods and attractions. Points of interest along the way are the Main Square Plaza de Mayo surrounded by the Casa Rosada (the Presidential Headquarters), the Cabildo (Colonial Town Hall) and the Cathedral. You will also drive to Caminito and see the colourful roads of La Boca, famous for its multi-colour tin houses.

Later drive through the elegant Barrio Norte on your way to the Recoleta Cemetery which is an above ground cemetery lined with mausoleums and statues. Finally, you will visit Palermo with its magnificent mansions and parks.

Your tour will end with a transfer to the pier to embark the ship.

Included 4-night premium land programme from Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

A journey of iconic landmarks and nature's majesty.

Explore the defining iconic landmarks of Rio de Janeiro and then fly to Iguazú Falls on the border of Brazil and Argentina for an adventurous, up-close view of the thundering cascades and their surrounding natural beauty.


Aerial view of Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro RIO & IGUAZU FALLS

Day 1: After arriving in Rio de Janeiro and settling into your hotel, the Copacabana Palace (or similar) – often described as the most glamorous in all of Rio, you will embark on your adventure after a good night’s rest.

Day 2: During a full-day guided tour which includes a Brazilian barbeque lunch and dinner in the Santa Teresa district, you will discover why this exotic city is revered the world over. Taking the Corcovado train you will ride to the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer, considered one of the ‘new’ wonders of the world, before exploring Rio’s gorgeous beaches, including Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana. After lunch, a cable car ride 1,300 feet to the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain brings awe-inspiring views of the busy harbour below.

Day 3: The following day, you will fly to Iguazú where you will transfer to the Belmond Das Cataratas Hotel. Its unrivalled location within the Brazilian side of Iguazú National Park bestows an extraordinary privilege: exclusive access to the falls in the evening and at dawn when the park is closed to other visitors.

After lunch at the hotel, it’s time for a spine-tingling adventure. Venturing along a trail down a canyon, you will discover a panoramic view of more than 240 of Iguazú Fall’s cascades. A glass elevator then takes you to a viewing platform for another perspective. It’s a breathtaking experience that will surely give you plenty to talk about as you enjoy an incredible six-course dinner at Fabio Tavera’s House that evening.

Day 4: The next day, a full-day tour of the Argentine side of the falls brings a ride on the Eco-train, more spectacular views and a chance to see the park’s bountiful orchids, colourful birdlife and butterflies. Standing atop a suspended viewing platform, you will witness the power of the largest of the waterfalls in the park – the mighty Garganta do Diablo (Devil’s Throat). Lunch gives you time to refuel before a jungle-ride whisks you through 2 miles of sub-tropical rainforest and a long staircase leads you to the base of Macuco Falls for a refreshing dip. Your boat then takes you upriver on the Brazilian side, passing through the canyon to appreciate the scenery.

Day 5: On your final day, you will transfer to Iguazú Airport for your return flight to Rio de Janeiro. A visit to Parque das Aves, the biggest bird sanctuary in South America, allows you to experience more of the native flora and fauna through its forest trails before transferring to your ship.

City view of Buenos Aires with scenery IGUAZU FALLS & JUNGLE LIFE
Included 4-night land programme

Cultural encounter in Brazil's enchanting jungle.

Behold the hundreds of thundering cascades, including roaring Devil’s Throat, that comprise Iguazú Falls, and see firsthand the diversity of Brazil’s culture in a jungle community of indigenous Guarani.




Day 1: After flying into the Ezeiza International Airport in Buenos Aires, you will be met near the luggage claim area and transferred to your hotel for the night. The day and evening will be at leisure.

Day 2: Following breakfast at the hotel, you will transfer to the domestic airport for the flight to Iguazú.

After flying into the Iguazú airport on the Argentine side of the falls, transfer to the Argentinian side of Iguazú National Park where you will board an eco-train and ride to Devil’s Throat. This monumental natural wonder is where one of the Iguazú River’s widest parts roars over a high cliff and crashes down into a misty pool below. Rainbows are almost always visible in the mist.

Following lunch in the national park, you will travel along the catwalks of the upper and lower circuits, which will present different perspectives of Devil’s Throat.

Later in the day, you will transfer to your hotel on the Brazilian side of the National Park for check in and dinner.

Afterwards, you will stop for lunch at the Brazilian barbeque restaurant Assador Rio or similar venue. The tour will then continue to the Urca district, where you will rise 396 metres (1,300 feet) to the summit of Sugar Loaf Mountain by cable car, while enjoying awe-inspiring views of the harbour below.

In the evening you will drive to the Santa Teresa district for dinner at the tropically designed Tereze Restaurant. Located in the Santa Teresa Hotel, this restaurant offers contemporary cuisine that presents the best of local gastronomy with a Latin American touch.

Day 3: Following breakfast at the hotel, you will transfer to the Iguazú Falls National Park on the Brazilian side where you will see Devil’s Throat from a different perspective.

Following lunch at the Belmond Das Cataratas Restaurant, enjoy a motorised boat cruise (zodiac adventure ride) which allows you to view the falls from water level and get close enough to feel the spray and energy created by this great mass of falling water. Please note that you may get extremely wet on the zodiacs depending on how close your boat gets to the falls. Along the way, your guide will explain all about the trees, birds, falls and more.

In time, you will walk back to the Belmond Hotel Das Cataratas for the evening. Dinner will be served at the hotel.

Day 4: Following breakfast at your hotel, check out and proceed to the border to re-enter Argentina.

Once across the border, visit a community of indigenous Guarani people. As you walk the surrounding jungle trails, a member of the community will describe some of the Guarani beliefs and legends. You will also learn how they use medicinal plants to naturally treat illnesses.

In time, you will visit a temple deeper in the jungle and learn about Guarani rituals of initiation and baptism. To enhance your understanding of this special culture, you will also visit homes in the community and see animal traps and traditional crafts made from natural materials.

You will then transfer to the Iguazú airport in Argentina for a return flight to Buenos Aires. A box lunch is provided during the transfer. Upon landing, you will proceed to the hotel where you stayed on Day 1.

This evening, you will be treated to a dinner and tango show at La Ventana Tango Club or similar venue. You can expect an extravaganza as costumed dancers and singers passionately perform to live tango music in the city where this art form originated.

You will then return to the hotel to spend the evening.

Day 5: After breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will begin an enlightening tour of Buenos Aires. Highlights along the way will include the presidential palace known as Casa Rosada, the colonial town hall and the neoclassical Cathedral, where the remains of national hero General Jose San Martin lie.

Then, it’s on to the neighbourhood La Boca, where you will meander along El Caminito, a street full of expressive brightly coloured buildings. You will also pass through the affluent Palermo neighbourhood and past the Recoleta Cemetery, which holds thousands of grandiose mausoleums including Eva Peron’s. The driving tour will end at the pier, where you will embark the cruise ship.

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