Tuesday, January 10 to Saturday, January 28, 2023
A leisurely tour focusing on highlights of the four countries surrounding Lake Constance (Bodensee), namely Switzerland’s heartland around Lake Lucerne; France’s picturesque province of Alsace; the legendary Black Forest in Germany; and Austria’s westernmost region around the city of Bregenz…plus the miniature state of Liechtenstein! This tour features very comfortable, traditional family-owned hotels and delicious food, and will be escorted by historian Jacques Pauwels, PhD.
A 15-day voyage to Patagonia, Antarctica, and the Falkland Islands on Celebrity’s Millennium class Infinity, exploring Patagonia, various “hotspots” (no pun intended!) in Antarctica, and the Falkland Islands. In addition, we have added a 3-night stay in Buenos Aires, the Argentinian capital. Along with the activities offered by the cruise line, your tour leader, Jacques Pauwels, will be offering a series of lectures entitled “A Tale of Two Oceans”. A post-cruise extension to Iguazu Falls and Rio de Janeiro will be available.
Tour cost per person in Canadian dollars, cruise plus 3-day program in Buenos Aires, sharing double accommodation:
Inside cabin category 11 - $4,578.00 Oceanview category 7 - $4,918.00 Verandah category 2B - $5,628.00, Category 2A - $5,738.00
Prices for other categories and single supplements available on request. Additional discounts may apply for Captains Circle members. At time of printing rates are taking advantage of the current Celebrity promotion and include a standard beverage package, wi-fi and prepaid gratuities. This promotion may be removed at any time. Reservations made while the promotion is in effect will be protected.
January 10 - 28, 2023
Other cabin choices available..
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Afternoon arrival in Buenos Aires, and immediate transfer to the four-star/first-class Hotel Pestana, centrally located within walking distance of Plaza San Martin, the city’s main square, the great boulevards, Colon Theatre, and the pedestrian shopping district with famous Calle. (Pestana Hotel). Check in, followed by free time to settle in. Late afternoon walking tour of the area around the hotel and dinner in the hotel.
After breakfast, panoramic sightseeing tour of Buenos Aires, one of the most vibrant and attractive cities in South America, with a distinct European flair, reminiscent of Paris and Madrid! Among the highlights will be monuments such as the Argentine Congress, the pink Presidential Palace, the famous Obelisk, as well as neighborhoods such as the picturesque harbor district of La Boca with the famous Caminito pedestrian street, Recoleta with its Cemetery (featuring the tomb of Evita Peron), trendy Palermo Viejo, and San Telmo with its colonial-style houses along narrow cobblestone lanes. Afternoon free. This evening, dinner and tango show!
After a leisurely breakfast, excursion into the countryside and visit to a typical estancia where we enjoy a traditional “Gaucho Party,” culminating in a sumptuous “asado” (Argentinian BBQ) lunch with plenty of great grilled meats! In the afternoon we return to Buenos Aires. This evening, it may be possible to enjoy a concert or opera in the famous Colon Theatre concert or opera (not included).
Morning at leisure. We recommend a visit to the famous San Telmo a lively, bustling outdoor street market with vendors selling food, antiques, crafts & goods. Afternoon transfer to the harbour for embarkation on the Celebrity Line’s magnificent Infinity (https://www.cruisecritic.com/reviews/review.cfm?ShipID=196). Sailing time is 5PM.
More activities on board.
Tierra del Fuego, “Land of Fire”, is the most isolated place in the Americas, and Cape Horn is its southernmost point. Named by Dutch explorers after the town of Hoorn in Holland, in 1616, this small but rocky and windswept island is where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Pacific Ocean. Cruising along the shores of the island will allow us to enjoy the sights of Cabo de Hornos (Cape Horn) National Park. Afterwards we set sail to cross Drake’s Passage, the open stretch of water between South America and Antarctica…
- Three nights accommodation in Buenos Aires at a centrally located first-class hotel including breakfast; - Transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary; - Daily dinner or multi course lunch in Buenos Aires; - Cruise in category selected, all meals, snacks and entertainment provided on board. - Prepaid gratuities - Free wi-fi - Standard drinks package * *Please note some restrictions apply to the drinks package and Wi-Fi. Please contact the office for more details or refer to the terms and conditions on the Celebrity website. **Please note some activities such as spa services will be at an additional charge.
- Airfare; - Items of a personal nature; - Optional travel insurance. Please contact the office for rates.
March 20 - 28, 2024
Land only: $2,869 per person based on double occupancy
April 05 - 15, 2024
Land only: $3,875 based on double occupancy
April 06 - 20, 2024
$7,148 per person based on double occupancy. Includes air.