Santiago de Chile (San Antonio), Chile


PRE-CULINARY CREATIONS:CHILEAN CULTURE & WINE 2022

Chile’s passion for food and wine take center stage on this wonderful excursion of hands-on cooking classes and winery tours, punctuated by explorations of Chile’s historical architecture in Valparaiso and Santiago.

DAY 1

After proceeding through immigration and Customs at the Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport in Santiago, Chile, your local guide will meet you between exit doors numbered 2 and 3 and will take you to your transportation, and then directly to your hotel.

Check in time is at 3:00pm and the remainder of the day is at leisure. Meals are on your own today.

Your hotel in Santiago is the Eco Boutique Hotel Bidasoa which is a 100 percent sustainable, non-smoking hotel designed to offer a unique experience for guests. They are making an effort to incorporate a great number of ecological practices including the use of renewable energy, which engage recycling and construction. They buy local products and their cleaning is 100 percent green.

Guests can also enjoy one of the best restaurants in Santiago without leaving the hotel. Bidasoa Restaurant is known for their authentic Mediterranean cuisine highlighted by vegan specialties that have earned them a top ranking amongst all Santiago Restaurants. The dinner menu is complemented by a diverse selection of over 28 organic and sparkling wines carefully chosen and constantly updated by their sommelier.

DAY 2

After breakfast, board your coach and sit back and relax as you are taken on a panoramic drive through Chile’s capital city Santiago. Its downtown core is comprised of winding streets, grand avenues and squares where you will view many styles of architecture including 19th Century neoclassical, art deco, neo-gothic and newer modern styles.

During the City tour, guests will see part of the most important sectors in Santiago. You will drive along the main avenues, walk around the main squares (Plaza de Armas and Constitución), and see the Presidential Palace, the Cathedral and historical buildings. You will also visit the San Cristobal Hill.

In the afternoon you will enjoy the exclusive experience of “Cooking in Chile”- a family owned house opens to guests who would like to fully enjoy Chilean cuisine. Here you will accompany and learn from renowned cooks how to choose the best ingredients at one of the most popular markets in town, La Vega Central. Once you have found all the necessary ingredients to prepare a typical Chilean lunch, you will be hands-on in part of the meal preparation.

After enjoying your meal, you will be taken back to your hotel where the remainder of the day is at your leisure. Dinner is on your own.

DAY 3

After breakfast and checking out you will travel east into the beautiful Casablanca Valley, a wine-producing area since 1875. The growing conditions are ideal and similar to those in California’s Napa and Sonoma valleys. The valley is oriented in such a way that daily ocean breezes cool the grapes on the vine and result in intensely fruity wines.

Here, you will visit two signature wineries in Casablanca: Casas del Bosque and nearby Viñamar. You will enjoy tours and tastings at both wineries. The white wine produced in the Casablanca Valley is particularly noteworthy.

Following the winery tours, you will visit the esteemed Puro Caballo Ranch, where you will discover the unique qualities of the Chilean horses and watch the huasos skillfully ride them. Then, after a pisco sour cocktail near the stables, you will enjoy a traditional Chilean barbecue lunch featuring various grilled meats. You will also learn how to prepare the meal, receiving assistance and tips directly from the chef.

Once the lunch is over, you will continue travelling towards the coast.

Your overnight will be in Valparaiso, which today remains as one of the most important ports in the Americas.

Dinner is on your own.

DAY 4

After breakfast, you will accompany a local guide to the fish market at Caleta Portales. Here, you will pick up all the necessary ingredients to prepare the traditional Chilean dish “Caldillo de Congrio,” a dish so culturally important that Nobel Prize-winning Chilean poet Pablo Neruda wrote an ode to it.

Then, it is on to the Cardonal Green Market, another bustling marketplace with stands overflowing with fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables. As no traditional meal is complete without an aperitif, the guide will purchase the ingredients for the ritual preparation of Chile’s iconic Pisco sour.

Afterwards, the chef will continue to prepare the kitchen for your cooking class, while you explore Valparaiso, a city whose architecture earned it a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage distinction. During the tour, you will meander through the hilly old part of Valparaiso, as well as the impressive downtown section.

You will also ride two “ascensores” or funiculars; one of them climbing to the top of Concepción Hill, an area revered for its boutiques, mansions and restaurants. From here you will walk to the Alegre Hill where you will enjoy a cooking class in a typical “Porteña” house, here the chef will have everything arranged for your culinary experience.

You will then re-join the chef who will have everything arranged for your culinary experience.

Following your immersion into Chilean cuisine and additional time to further explore this part of Valparaiso, you will be transferred to the Central Port located in the San Antonio city.

Land Program Details Step by Step:

•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion.

•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive one last final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review that Welcome Letter and your final itinerary carefully for any further amendments.

•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.

•Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.

Extra Nights

•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 3:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.

•If you have an early-arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night as your room will not be ready for occupation until approximately 3:00pm.

•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.

DAY 1

Arrive at the Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

You are met at the main lobby hall of the Santiago Airport between exit doors number 2 - 3 and transferred to your hotel to spend the afternoon and the evening at your leisure.

Check in time at your hotel is at 3:00pm. Although every effort will be made to have rooms available sooner, this cannot be guaranteed.

Meet and Greet and transfers

•Final cruise documents will be emailed 21 days prior to sailing. The local ground agent’s telephone number will be on page 1, if you can’t locate the meet-and-greet representative upon arrival. Be aware that the representative may be assisting others and may not be in sight when you first exit Customs and the luggage claim area.

•Look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo and possibly your name. If in doubt, ask the airport staff to direct you to the meeting area for transfers or to page our representative.

•Meet and Greet and transfers are arranged for guests arriving on Day 1 of a land program or for extra nights booked through the cruise line and are arranged based on the flight details received by guests at least 14 days before sailing. Guests arriving independently before the program start date will not have a transfer included.

•If we have not received your flight details or your flights have changed, and the Destination Services Land Team has not been notified, then a transfer cannot be provided, and guests will be responsible for getting to the land program hotel at their own expense. Please immediately contact our Reservations Department for any flight changes before departure.

DAY 2

AM Breakfast at the hotel

9:00am Depart from the hotel for a Santiago city tour

11:30am Meet the representative of “Cooking in Chile” and start your culinary experience

12:15pm Shopping at Vega Central Market

1:00pm Cooking class at “Cooking in Chile”

2:00pm Lunch

3:15pm Departure from “Cooking in Chile”

3:40pm Arrival at your hotel

Remainder of the day is at leisure. Dinner on own

Overnight at the Hotel Eco Boutique Bidasoa or similar hotel

DAY 3

AM Breakfast at the hotel and check out

8:30amq Depart from your hotel and drive to Casas del Bosque

10:00am Private tour at Casas del Bosque Winery

11:00am Drive to Viñamar

11:20am Private tour Viñamar winery (Sparkling wines tasting)

12:15pm Drive to Puro Caballo Ranch

12:40pm Arrive at Puro Caballo Ranch and enjoy a cocktail near the stable

1:10pm Watch a Chilean rodeo show

1:40pm Enjoy a traditional BBQ lunch

3:00pm Depart from Puro Caballo Ranch and drive to Valparaiso

4:00pm Arrive at your hotel and check in

Remainder of the day is at leisure.

Dinner on your own

Overnight at the Sheraton Miramar in Viña del Mar or similar hotel

DAY 4

AM Breakfast at the hotel and check out

8:30am Departure from your hotel

8:40am Drive to the fish market in Caleta Portales

9:00am Visit the fish market in Caleta Portales

9:30am Drive to Cardonal Green Market

9:45am Visit the Cardonal Green Market

10:30am Tour of Valparaiso

11:30am Ride the funicular to Concepcion Hill

11:50am Arrive at Chilean Cuisine´s house

12:00pm Cooking activity and lunch at the local Porteña house

2:00pm Departure from the Cooking classes activity

2:00pm Drive to the Central Port in San Antonio

3:20pm Arrival at the port for embarkation on the ship

Expected Weather:

Santiago: Sunny and dry with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 32°C (59°F to 90°F)

Valparaiso: Occasionally cloudy with temperatures ranging from 8°C to 26°C (46°F to 79°F)

What to Bring:

Due to varying weather conditions, bring clothing that allows you to dress in layers. Weather-appropriate clothing such as hats, sunglasses, and flat comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

Local Currency:

Chilean Peso

Electricity

220 volts. We recommend bringing a universal travel adaptor for electric devices.

Documents and Visa Requirements:

A passport valid for 6 months after travel is required

Hotel addresses:

Santiago: Hotel Eco Boutique Bidasoa

Av. Vitacura # 4873, Vitacura, Santiago - Chile

Phone: (+56 2) 294 18 100

Valparaíso: Hotel Sheraton Miramar

Avenida Marina #15, Viña del Mar, Chile

Phone: (56 - 32) 238 8600

We will only substitute a hotel in unforeseen situations. If a hotel is substituted, it will be similar and with equal ratings and standards and guests will be notified in advance. If guests are not notified of any changes before departure, then the hotels listed in this program will be used.

Program Includes for guests:

•2 nights in Santiago at the Hotel Eco Boutique Bidasoa (superior room)

•1 night in Valparaiso at the Hotel Sheraton Miramar (classic room)

•3 breakfasts

•3 lunches including a half bottle of wine and 1 mineral water per person

•Entrance fees as required per the itinerary

•Gratuities at restaurants where meals are included

•Touring per the itinerary

Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.

Program Excludes for guests:

•Hotel incidentals including mini bar and room service

•Gratuities for drivers and guides

•Personal expenses

•Any meals and beverages not listed above

Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.

Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 60 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 60 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released. Arrangements for accommodation and transfers will be at the expense of guests.

More Details
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy and subject to availability.

PRE - CHILEAN WONDERS AND WINE 2023-24

Experience the natural and architectural wonders of Chile by driving through the majestic Andes, exploring cities such as colonial Valparaiso and the capital of Santiago, and by tasting some of the country’s premier wines.

Day 1

After proceeding through immigration and customs at the Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport in Santiago, Chile, your local guide will meet you at the exit number 4 and will take you to your transportation, then directly to your hotel in Santiago.

Check in is at 3:00pm. Although every effort will be made to have rooms available before this time, this cannot be guaranteed.

The day is at your leisure and any meals are on your own.

Day 2

After breakfast, you will board a coach and begin a tour that will include the most important highlights of historical and modern Santiago, including the presidential palace, San Francisco Church and the Plaza de Armas with a visit to the Cathedral. You will continue through the newer residential areas of the city and stop at the top of San Cristobal Hill for a breathtaking view of Santiago.

You will then proceed to the Santa Rita Vineyard, located just 45 minutes away from Santiago. Placed in the foothill zone of Alto Jahuel, in Buin, the vineyard is surrounded by an extraordinary natural environment. The tour will reveal the characteristic wines produced here.

Afterwards, you will pause for lunch at Restaurant Doña Paula. This national monument honors Paula Jaraquemada, who owned the main house of the Santa Rita Estate more than 200 years ago.

The estate was the setting for significant historical occurrences associated to Chile’s independence. General Bernardo O’Higgins and 120 soldiers took refuge there after a battle against the forces of the Spanish crown. The winery’s Santa Rita 120 line of products was named to honor those 120 patriots.

After lunch, you will return to your hotel in Santiago. The evening will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.

Note: Day's two and three may be reversed as the Winery is closed on Mondays.

Day 3

After breakfast, you will enjoy a scenic drive towards the Andes mountain range for a tour of Portillo, which is considered one of the best ski resorts of the world. Along the way, you will pass through the fertile Aconcagua Province and stop briefly at the monument to the Battle of Chacabuco, which signifies the independence of Chile.

As you begin your journey into the Andes, weather permitting, you may be able to see Mount Aconcagua in the distance. As you climb higher, you will surely be impressed as the mountainous scenery unfolds and the guide explains the natural history of the Andes.

Portillo is located at high above sea level next to the Laguna del Inca with its emerald green waters. The World Ski Championship was held here in 1966 – the only one held in South America until 1990. You will stop at the lake for photos and to enjoy lunch at a restaurant before returning to Santiago.

Back at the hotel, the evening will be at your leisure with dinner is on your own.

Day 4

After breakfast and check out, you will head towards colonial Valparaiso, which UNESCO deemed a World Heritage site for being an excellent representation of late 19th-century urban development. As you drive through the city’s steep winding streets, you will pass the Parliament building, Fisherman’s Wharf, Plaza Sotomayor and the Naval Academy. You will also ride a cable car to a lookout that presents sweeping views over the city and bay.

Afterwards, you will drive to the port of San Antonio for embarkation.

Land Program Details Step by Step

•The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. Program times are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. •Itineraries with the up-to-date details will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive a final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review the letter and your final itinerary carefully for further amendments.

•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.

•Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.

Extra Nights

•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 3:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.

•If you have an early-arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night as your room will not be ready for occupation until approximately 3:00pm.

If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included

Day 1

Meet & Greet at the Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport in Santiago, Chile

Transfer directly to your hotel in Santiago

3:00pm Check in at the hotel.

The remainder of the day is at your leisure

Meals on own

Overnight at the Ritz Carlton or similar hotel

Meet and Greet and transfers

•Final cruise documents will be emailed 21 days prior to sailing. The local ground agent’s telephone number will be on page 1, if you can’t locate the meet-and-greet representative upon arrival. Be aware that the representative may be assisting others and may not be in sight when you first exit Customs and the luggage claim area.

•Look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo and possibly your name. If in doubt, ask the airport staff to direct you to the meeting area for transfers or to page our representative.

•Meet and Greet and transfers are arranged for guests arriving on Day 1 of a land program or for extra nights booked through the cruise line and are arranged based on the flight details received by guests at least 14 days before sailing. Guests arriving independently before the program start date will not have a transfer included.

•If we have not received your flight details or your flights have changed, and the Destination Services Land Team has not been notified, then a transfer cannot be provided, and guests will be responsible for getting to the land program hotel at their own expense. Please immediately contact our Reservations Department for any flight changes before departure.

Day 2

8:00am Breakfast at your hotel

9:00am Santiago city tour

11:30am Drive to Santa Rita winery

12:20pm Tour the winery with a wine tasting

2:00pm Lunch at a restaurant

3:20pm Free time after lunch

3:50pm Depart for the hotel

4:30pm Arrive at the hotel

Remainder of the day at your leisure, dinner on own

Overnight at the Ritz Carlton or similar hotel

Note: Guests on Insignia's February 8th, 2023 sailng will have days 2 and 3 reversed as the winery is closed on Mondays.

Day 3

8:00am Breakfast at your hotel

9:00am Depart for Portillo

12:00pm Lunch at a restaurant

1:30pm Visit Laguna del Inca

3:00pm Depart for Santiago

6:00pm Arrive at your hotel

Remainder of the day at your leisure, dinner on own

Overnight at the Ritz Carlton or similar hotel

Day 4

8:00am Breakfast at your hotel

9:00am Drive towards Valparaiso

10:50am Arrive in Valparaiso

10:50am Guided visit of the city

11:30am Drive towards San Antonio

1:00pm Arrive at San Antonio´s pier for embarkation

Expected Weather

Santiago: Sunny and dry with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 32°C (59°F to 90°F)

Valparaiso: Occasionally cloudy with temperatures ranging from 8°C to 26°C (46°F to 79°F)

What to Bring

Light, loose clothing that can be layered, comfortable and sturdy walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, cameras, chargers and a jacket or sweater for cooler evenings.

Currency

Chilean Peso. U.S. dollars are not accepted, however, exchanging currency in Chile is simple, especially if you have clean, undamaged bills. Some merchants will not accept $100 bills.

Electricity

In Chile, the power plugs and sockets are types C and L. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz. Bring your own universal travel adaptor if you have electronic devices, as the hotels do not provide them.

Documents and Visa Requirements

A passport that is valid at least 6 months after travel is required. Please check with your local embassy for any visa requirements for your nationality.

Accommodations

Ritz Carlton

El Alcalde #15, Las Condes, Santiago, Metropolitan región

Phone: (+56 2) 2470 8500

*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotel listed in this program.

Program Includes

*3 nights at the Ritz Carlton Hotel or similar including breakfast (Deluxe double room)

*2 lunches (including 1 soft drink or water and 2 glasses of wine)

*Transfers

*Tours and wine tasting per the itinerary

*English-speaking guide

Please Note: Guests booking their own flights independently of the cruise line are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.

Program Does Not Include

*Any meals or beverages not mentioned above

*Hotel incidentals including room service and mini bar

*Gratuities to drivers and guides

Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation.

Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 60 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 60 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.

More Details
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy and subject to availability.

PRE - CHILEAN WONDERS AND WINE 2024

Experience the natural and architectural wonders of Chile by driving through the majestic Andes, exploring cities such as colonial Valparaiso and the capital of Santiago, and by tasting some of the country’s premier wines.

DAY 1

After proceeding through immigration and customs at the Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport in Santiago, Chile, your local guide will meet you at the exit number 4 and will take you to your transportation, then directly to your hotel in Santiago.

Check in is at 3:00pm. Although every effort will be made to have rooms available before this time, this cannot be guaranteed.

The day is at your leisure and in the evening, you will enjoy a group dinner at the hotel.

DAY 2

After breakfast, you will enjoy a scenic drive towards the Andes mountain range for a tour of Portillo, which is considered one of the best ski resorts of the world. Along the way, you will pass through the fertile Aconcagua Province and stop briefly at the monument to the Battle of Chacabuco, which signifies the independence of Chile.

As you begin your journey into the Andes, weather permitting, you may be able to see Mount Aconcagua in the distance. As you climb higher, you will surely be impressed as the mountainous scenery unfolds and the guide explains the natural history of the Andes.

Portillo is located at high above sea level next to the Laguna del Inca with its emerald, green waters. The World Ski Championship was held here in 1966 – the only one held in South America until 1990. You will stop at the lake for photos and to enjoy lunch at a restaurant before returning to Santiago.

Back at the hotel, the evening will be at your leisure with dinner is on your own.

DAY 3

After breakfast, you will board a coach and begin a tour that will include the most important highlights of historical and modern Santiago, including the presidential palace, San Francisco Church and the Plaza de Armas with a visit to the Cathedral.

You will then proceed to the Santa Rita Vineyard, located just 45 minutes away from Santiago. Placed in the foothill zone of Alto Jahuel, in Buin, the vineyard is surrounded by an extraordinary natural environment. The tour will reveal the characteristic wines produced here.

Afterwards, you will pause for lunch at Restaurant Doña Paula. This national monument honors Paula Jaraquemada, who owned the main house of the Santa Rita Estate more than 200 years ago.

The estate was the setting for significant historical occurrences associated to Chile’s independence. General Bernardo O’Higgins and 120 soldiers took refuge there after a battle against the forces of the Spanish crown. The winery’s Santa Rita 120 line of products was named to honor those 120 patriots.

After lunch, you will return to your hotel in Santiago. The evening will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.

DAY 4

After breakfast and check out, you will head towards colonial Valparaiso, which UNESCO deemed a World Heritage site for being an excellent representation of late 19th-century urban development. As you drive through the city’s steep winding streets, you will pass the Parliament building, Fisherman’s Wharf, Plaza Sotomayor and the Naval Academy. You will also ride a cable car to a lookout that presents sweeping views over the city and bay.

Afterwards, you will drive to the port of San Antonio for embarkation.

Land Program Details Step by Step

• The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. Program times are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.

• Itineraries with the up-to-date details will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive a final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review the letter and your final itinerary carefully for further amendments.

• The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.

• Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.

Extra Nights

• All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program

• If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 3:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.

• If you have an early-arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night as your room will not be ready for occupation until approximately 3:00pm.

• If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.

Day 1

Meet and Greet at the Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport in Santiago, Chile

Transfer directly to your hotel in Santiago

3:00pm Check in at the hotel.

The remainder of the day is at your leisure

7:30pm Set menu dinner at the hotel

Overnight at the Intercontinental Santiago or similar hotel

Meet and Greet and transfers

• Final cruise documents will be emailed 21 days prior to sailing. The local ground agent’s telephone number will be on page 1, if you can’t locate the meet-and-greet representative upon arrival. Be aware that the representative may be assisting others and may not be in sight when you first exit Customs and the luggage claim area.

• Look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo and possibly your name. If in doubt, ask the airport staff to direct you to the meeting area for transfers or to page our representative.

• Meet and Greet and transfers are arranged for guests arriving on Day 1 of a land program or for extra nights booked through the cruise line and are arranged based on the flight details received by guests at least 14 days before sailing. Guests arriving independently before the program start date will not have a transfer included.

• If we have not received your flight details or your flights have changed, and the Destination Services Land Team has not been notified, then a transfer cannot be provided, and guests will be responsible for getting to the land program hotel at their own expense. Please immediately contact our Reservations Department for any flight changes before departure.

Day 2

8:00am Breakfast at your hotel

9:00am Depart for Portillo

12:00pm Lunch at a restaurant

1:30pm Visit Laguna del Inca

3:00pm Depart for Santiago

6:00pm Arrive at your hotel

Remainder of the day at your leisure, dinner on own

Overnight at the Intercontinental Santiago or similar hotel

Day 3

8:00am Breakfast at your hotel

9:00am Santiago city tour

11:30am Drive to Santa Rita winery

12:20pm Tour the winery with a wine tasting

2:00pm Lunch at a restaurant

3:20pm Free time after lunch

3:50pm Depart for the hotel

4:30pm Arrive at the hotel

Remainder of the day at your leisure, dinner on own

Overnight at the Intercontinental Santiago or similar hotel

Day 4

8:00am Breakfast at your hotel

9:00am Drive towards Valparaiso

10:50am Arrive in Valparaiso

10:50am Guided visit of the city

11:30am Drive towards San Antonio

1:00pm Arrive at San Antonio´s pier for embarkation

Expected Weather

Santiago: Sunny and dry with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 32°C (59°F to 90°F)

Valparaiso: Occasionally cloudy with temperatures ranging from 8°C to 26°C (46°F to 79°F)

What to Bring

Light, loose clothing that can be layered, comfortable and sturdy walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, cameras, chargers and a jacket or sweater for cooler evenings.

Currency

Chilean Peso. U.S. dollars are not accepted, however, exchanging currency in Chile is simple, especially if you have clean, undamaged bills. Some merchants will not accept $100 bills.

Electricity

In Chile, the power plugs and sockets are types C and L. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz. Bring your own universal travel adaptor if you have electronic devices, as the hotels do not provide them.

Documents and Visa Requirements

A passport that is valid at least 6 months after travel is required. Please check with your local embassy for any visa requirements for your nationality.

Accommodations

Intercontinental Santiago

Av. Vitacura 2885, Santiago, 7550024, Chile

Phone: +56 2 2394 2000

*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotel listed in this program.

Program Includes

• 3 nights at the Intercontinental Santiago Hotel or similar including breakfast (Deluxe Room)

• 1 dinner and 2 lunches (including 1 soft drink or water and 2 glasses of wine)

• Transfers

• Tours and wine tasting per the itinerary

• English-speaking guide

Please Note: Guests booking their own flights independently of the cruise line are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.

Program Does Not Include

• Any meals or beverages not mentioned above

• Hotel incidentals including room service and mini bar

• Gratuities to drivers and guides

Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation.

Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 60 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 60 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.

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OVERLAND: CHILEAN EPICUREAN ODYSSEY

Chile’s passion for food and wine take center stage on this wonderful excursion of hands-on cooking classes and winery tours, punctuated by explorations of Chile’s historical architecture and German-style alpine villages.

Special Note: Any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.

DAY 1: February 8, 2023

After disembarking in San Antonio, you will meet a local guide and drive to the next city of Valparaiso. Once you arrive to Valparaiso, your first stop will be at the fish market at Caleta Portales. Here, you will pick up some of the necessary ingredients to prepare the traditional Chilean dish “Caldillo de Congrio,” a dish so culturally important that Nobel Prize-winning Chilean poet Pablo Neruda wrote an ode to it. As no traditional meal is complete without an aperitif, your chef will purchase the ingredients for the ritual preparation of Chile’s iconic Pisco sour.

Continue to explore Valparaiso, a city whose architecture earned it a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage distinction. During the tour, you will meander through the hilly old part of Valparaiso, as well as the impressive downtown section.

You will also ride two “ascensores” or funiculars; one of them climbing to the top of Concepción Hill, an area revered for its boutiques, mansions and restaurants. From here you will walk to the Alegre Hill where you will enjoy a cooking class in a typical “Porteña” house, here the chef will have everything arranged for your culinary experience.

Following your immersion into Chilean cuisine and additional time to further explore this part of Valparaiso, you will check in to your hotel for the evening. Dinner is on your own.

DAY 2: February 9, 2023

After departing from the hotel, you will travel east into the beautiful Casablanca Valley, a wine-producing area since 1875. The growing conditions are ideal and similar to those in California’s Napa and Sonoma valleys. The valley is oriented in such a way that daily ocean breezes cool the grapes on the vine and result in intensely fruity wines.

Here, you will visit two signature wineries in Casablanca: William Cole and nearby Casas del Bosque. You will enjoy tours and tastings at both wineries. The white wine produced in the Casablanca Valley is particularly noteworthy.

Following the winery tours, you will visit the esteemed Puro Caballo Ranch, where you will discover the unique qualities of the Chilean horses and watch the gauchos skillfully ride them. Then, after a pisco sour cocktail near the stables, you will enjoy a traditional Chilean barbecue lunch featuring various grilled meats. You will also learn how to prepare the meal.

Then, it’s on to Santiago to catch a flight to Puerto Montt, in the Lake District. Once you have arrived, a local guide will meet you and accompany you on the transfer to your hotel located on the outskirts of the charming town of Puerto Varas. Dinner is included at your hotel.

DAY 3: February 10, 2023

After breakfast, you will check out and drive through Puerto Varas, a city known for its alpine, German-style architecture. It overlooks Lake Llanquihue, where the perpetually snow-covered Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes are reflected in the lake’s clear waters. Participate in a hands-on cooking class at Vicki Johnson’s Guesthouse and then dine on the traditional dishes that you have prepared.

After lunch you will have time to walk around Puerto Varas and perhaps shop and explore the handicrafts market near the main square. Finally, you will transfer back to the ship in Puerto Montt.

Land Program Step by Step:

Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.

DAY 1

8:30am Disembark at Central port in San Antonio

8:40am Drive to Valparaiso city

10:00am Arrive to Valparaiso and visit to the fish market in Caleta Portales

10:30am Drive to Cardonal Green Market

10:45am Visit the Cardonal Green Market

11:30am Tour Valparaiso

12:30pm Ride the funicular ¨El Peral¨

12:40pm Light snack at a local restaurant

1:20pm Arrive at Chilean Cuisine´s house

1:30pm Cooking activity and lunch at the local house

3:30pm Departure towards Viña del Mar

4:00pm Arrival at your hotel for check in

Remainder of the afternoon at leisure

Overnight at the Sheraton Miramar Hotel

DAY 2

AM Breakfast at your hotel

9:00am Depart from the hotel and drive to William Cole Winery

10:00am Private tour of the William Cole Winery

11:00am Drive to Casas del Bosque Winery

11:15am Private tour of Casas del Bosque Winery

12:15pm Drive to Puro Caballo Ranch

12:30pm Arrive at Puro Caballo Ranch

12:40pm Enjoy a cocktail near the stables

1:10pm Watch a Chilean rodeo show

1:40pm Enjoy a traditional BBQ lunch

Depart from Puro Caballo Ranch

4:00pm Drive to Santiago

5:15pm Arrive at the Santiago Airport, check in for your flight

7:23pm Flight from Santiago to Puerto Montt (flight details TBA and subject to change)

9:30am Arrive in Puerto Montt

10:00pm Drive to Puerto Varas

10:15pm Arrive at your hotel and check in, dinner included

Overnight at the Cumbres Puerto Varas or similar hotel

DAY 3

AM Breakfast at your hotel

10:30am Check out and drive into Puerto Varas

10:45am Arrival at Vicki Johnson’s Guesthouse

11:00am Cooking Activity.

12:00pm Lunch

1:30pm Visit of Puerto Varas including free time at handicraft market

2:30pm Departure from Puerto Varas

3:00pm Arrival at Puerto Montt pier and re-board the ship

Expected Weather:

Valparaiso: Temperatures ranging from 5°C to 20°C (42°F to 69°F)

Puerto Varas: Temperatures ranging from 8°C to 20°C (46°F to 69°F)

What to Bring:

Due to varying weather conditions, bring clothing that allows you to dress in layers. Weather-appropriate clothing such as hats, sunglasses, and flat comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

Local Currency: Chilean Peso

Electricity: 220 volts

Luggage:

As you will be flying domestically with LAN, the checked luggage allowance is 23 kilos (50 pounds) per person. The carry-on allowance is one bag weighing no more than 8 kilos (17 pounds) and one personal item such as a purse or laptop. In addition, articles such as jackets, walking sticks, umbrellas, small cameras, binoculars, reading material or a small bag of duty-free goods may be carried on, provided that they are in the passenger’s possession and can be stowed under the seat in front of the passenger. Overweight or excess luggage fees are the guest’s responsibility.

A passport valid for 6 months after travel is required.

VERY IMPORTANT – The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas if required for your nationality, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase for this program otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.

Failure to have the required documents ahead of time or incorrect names on flight tickets will result in either denial of travel or ticket re-purchase and guests will be responsible for any fees incurred.

Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights per airline regulations (subject to change as each airline has their own regulations)

1. Guests must obtain a Doctor’s Certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.

2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)

3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via Reservations at OCI at least one month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).

4. Failure to comply with the above regulations may result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which Oceania Cruises nor our local ground operator be responsible for.

Hotel addresses:

Valparaiso: Hotel Sheraton Miramar

Avenida Marina N 15, Viña del Mar, Valparaiso Región, Chile

Phone: +56 32 238 8600

Puerto Varas: Cumbres Hotel

Av. Imperial 0561, Puerto Varas, Los Lagos

Phone: +56 65 222 2000

*We will only substitute hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are substituted, they will be of equal ratings and standards and guests would be notified in advance of changes. If guests are not notified prior to travel of any changes, then the hotels listed will be used.

Program Includes:

•1 night in Valparaiso at the Hotel Sheraton Miramar in a classic double room.

•1 night in Puerto Varas at the Cumbres Hotel in a superior double room

•2 breakfasts

•1 lunch including ½ bottle of wine and 1 mineral water

•2 hands-on cooking classes with lunch

•1 dinner including ½ bottle of wine and 1 mineral water

•Any entrance fees per the itinerary

•Gratuities at restaurants where meals are included

•Domestic flight (economy class) from Santiago to Puerto Montt

•Touring per the itinerary

Program Excludes:

•Hotel incidentals including mini bar and room service

•Gratuities for drivers and guides

•Personal expenses

•Meals and beverages not listed above

•Excess or overweight luggage on the flight

Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces, which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation.

All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Mid cruise overland programs must be purchased no later than 60 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 60 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty.

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PST:CULINARY CREATIONS:CHILEAN CULTURE & WINE 2022

Chile’s passion for food and wine take center stage on this wonderful excursion of hands-on cooking classes and winery tours, punctuated by explorations of Chile’s historical architecture in Valparaiso and Santiago.

DAY 1

After disembarking in San Antonio, you will meet your local guide and drive to the next city of Valparaiso. Once you arrive to Valparaiso your first stop will be at the fish market at Caleta Portales. Here, you will pick up all the necessary ingredients to prepare the traditional Chilean dish “Caldillo de Congrio,” a dish so culturally important that Nobel Prize-winning Chilean poet Pablo Neruda wrote an ode to it.

Then, it’s on to the Cardonal Green Market, another bustling marketplace with stands overflowing with fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables. As no traditional meal is complete without an aperitif, the guide will purchase the ingredients for the ritual preparation of Chile’s iconic Pisco sour.

Afterwards, the chef will continue to prepare the kitchen for your cooking class, while you explore Valparaiso, a city whose architecture earned it a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage distinction. During the tour, you will meander through the hilly old part of Valparaiso, as well as the impressive downtown section.

You will also ride two “ascensores” or funiculars; one of them climbing to the top of Concepción Hill, an area revered for its boutiques, mansions and restaurants. From here you will walk to the Alegre Hill where you will enjoy a cooking class in a typical “Porteña” house, here the chef will have everything arranged for your culinary experience.

Following your immersion into Chilean cuisine and additional time to further explore this part of Valparaiso, you will transfer to and check in at your hotel. The remainder of the day is at your leisure and dinner is on your own.

DAY 2

After departing from the hotel, you will travel east into the beautiful Casablanca Valley, a wine-producing area since 1875. The growing conditions are ideal and similar to those in California’s Napa and Sonoma valleys. The valley is oriented in such a way that daily ocean breezes cool the grapes on the vine and result in intensely fruity wines.

Here, you will visit two signature wineries in Casablanca: Casas del Bosque and nearby Viñamar. You will enjoy tours and tastings at both wineries. The white wine produced in the Casablanca Valley is particularly noteworthy.

Following the winery tours, you will visit the esteemed Puro Caballo Ranch, where you will discover the unique qualities of the Chilean horses and watch the huasos skillfully ride them. Then, after a pisco sour cocktail near the stables, you will enjoy a traditional Chilean barbecue lunch featuring various grilled meats. You will also learn how to prepare the meal, receiving assistance and tips directly from the chef.

After lunch continue travelling towards Santiago where you will spend the evening.

Overnight at the Hotel Eco Boutique Bidasoa. Dinner is on your own.

Your hotel in Santiago is the Eco Boutique Hotel Bidasoa which is a 100 percent sustainable, non-smoking hotel designed to offer a unique experience for guests. They are making an effort to incorporate a great number of ecological practices including the use of renewable energy, which engage recycling and construction. They buy local products and their cleaning is 100 percent green.

Guests can also enjoy one of the best restaurants in Santiago without leaving the hotel. Bidasoa Restaurant is known for their authentic Mediterranean cuisine highlighted by vegan specialties that have earned them a top ranking amongst all Santiago Restaurants. The dinner menu is complemented by a diverse selection of over 28 organic and sparkling wines carefully chosen and constantly updated by their sommelier.

DAY 3

After breakfast, board your coach and sit back and relax as you are taken on a panoramic drive through Chile’s capital city Santiago. Its downtown core is comprised of winding streets, grand avenues and squares where you will view many styles of architecture including 19th Century neoclassical, art deco, neo-gothic and newer modern styles. During the City tour, guests will see part of the most important sectors in Santiago. You will drive along the main avenues, walk around the main squares (Plaza de Armas and Constitución), see the Presidential Palace, the Cathedral and historical buildings. You will also visit the top of San Cristobal Hill.

In the afternoon you will enjoy the exclusive experience of “Cooking in Chile”- a family owned house opens to guests who would like to fully enjoy Chilean cuisine. Here you will accompany and learn from renowned cooks how to choose the best ingredients at one of the most popular markets in town, La Vega Central. Once you have found all the necessary ingredients to prepare a typical Chilean lunch, you will be hands-on in part of the meal preparation.

After enjoying your meal, you will be taken back to your hotel where the remainder of the day is at your leisure an dinner is on your own.

DAY 4

Following breakfast and check out, you will be transferred to the Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport in Santiago, Chile for your flight. Transfers will be arranged in accordance with your flight details. Hotel check out time is 12:00pm. Should you have a late flight, luggage storage will be available at the hotel.

Land Program Details Step by Step:

•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. All program timings are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.

•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.

•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.

•A departure transfer is not included if guests leave before the last day of the program.

DAY 1

8:30am Disembark at Central port in San Antonio

8:40am Drive to Valparaiso city

10:00am Arrive to Valparaiso and visit to the fish market in Caleta Portales

10:30am Drive to Cardonal Green Market

10:45am Visit the Cardonal Green Market

11:30am Tour Valparaiso

12:30pm Ride the funicular to Concepcion Hill

12:50pm Arrive at Chilean Cuisine´s house

1:00pm Cooking activity and lunch at the local Porteña house

3:00pm Departure towards Viña del Mar

3:30pm Arrival at the hotel for check in

Remainder of the afternoon at leisure

Overnight at the Sheraton Miramar in Viña del Mar or similar hotel

DAY 2

AM Breakfast at the hotel and check out

9:00am Depart from your hotel and drive to Casas del Bosque

10:00am Private tour at Casas del Bosque Winery

11:00am Drive to Viñamar

11:20am Private tour at Viñamar (Sparkling wines tasting)

12:15pm Drive to Puro Caballo Ranch

12:40pm Arrive at Puro Caballo Ranch and enjoy a cocktail near the stables

1:10pm Watch a Chilean rodeo show

1:40pm Enjoy a traditional BBQ lunch

3:00pm Depart from Puro Caballo Ranch and drive to Santiago

4:15pm Arrive at the hotel and check in

Dinner on your own

Overnight at the Hotel Eco Boutique Bidasoa or similar hotel

DAY 3

AM Breakfast at the hotel

9:00am Santiago City Tour

11:30am Meet the representative of “Cooking in Chile” and start your culinary experience

12:15pm Shopping at Vega Central Market

1:00pm Cooking class at “Cooking in Chile”

2:00pm Lunch

3:15pm Departure from “Cooking in Chile”

3:40pm Arrival back at the hotel

Remainder of the day is at leisure. Dinner on own

Overnight at the Hotel Eco Boutique Bidasoa or similar hotel

DAY 4

AM Breakfast at the hotel

12:00pm Hotel check out

Transfer to the Santiago Airport based on your flight details

Guests with late flights can leave their luggage at Reception until the transfer

Extra Nights: If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 12:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 4 of your program.

Transfers: All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, transfers will not be arranged.

Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.

Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 12:00pm. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.

Expected Weather:

Santiago: Sunny and dry with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 32°C (59°F to 90°F)

Valparaiso: Occasionally cloudy with temperatures ranging from 8°C to 26°C (46°F to 79°F)

What to Bring:

Due to varying weather conditions, bring clothing that allows you to dress in layers. Weather-appropriate clothing such as hats, sunglasses, and flat comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

Local Currency:

Chilean Peso

Electricity

220 volts. We recommend bringing a universal travel adaptor for electric devices.

Documents and Visa Requirements:

A passport valid for 6 months after travel is required

Hotel addresses:

Santiago: Hotel Eco Boutique Bidasoa

Av. Vitacura # 4873, Vitacura, Santiago - Chile

Phone: (+56 2) 294 18 100

Valparaíso: Hotel Sheraton Miramar

Avenida Marina #15, Viña del Mar, Chile

Phone: (56 - 32) 238 8600

We will only substitute a hotel in unforeseen situations. If a hotel is substituted, it will be similar and with equal ratings and standards and guests will be notified in advance. If guests are not notified of any changes before departure, then the hotels listed in this program will be used.

Program Includes for guests:

•2 nights in Santiago at the Hotel Eco Boutique Bidasoa (superior room)

•1 night in Valparaiso at the Hotel Sheraton Miramar (classic room)

•3 breakfasts

•3 lunches including a half bottle of wine and 1 mineral water per person

•Entrance fees as required per the itinerary

•Gratuities at restaurants where meals are included

•Touring per the itinerary

Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.

Program Excludes for guests:

•Hotel incidentals including mini bar and room service

•Gratuities for drivers and guides

•Personal expenses

•Any meals and beverages not listed above

Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.

Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 60 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 60 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.

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POST - CHILEAN WONDERS AND WINE - 2023-24

Experience the natural and architectural wonders of Chile by driving through the majestic Andes, exploring cities such as colonial Valparaiso and the capital of Santiago, and by tasting some of the country’s premier wines.

Day 1

Following disembarkation in San Antonio, Chile, you will meet your guide and then proceed for a tour of colonial Valparaiso, which UNESCO deemed a World Heritage site for being an excellent representation of late 19th-century urban development. As you drive through the city’s steep winding streets, you will pass the Parliament building, Fisherman’s Wharf, Plaza Sotomayor and the Naval Academy. You will also ride a cable car to a lookout that presents sweeping views over the city and bay.

After lunch at a local restaurant, proceed towards Chile’s capital city, Santiago, where you will be dropped off at your hotel for check in. The afternoon is at your leisure and in the evening join your group for dinner at the hotel.

Day 2

After breakfast, you will board a coach and begin a tour that will include the most important highlights of historical and modern Santiago, including the presidential palace, San Francisco Church and the Plaza de Armas with a visit to the Cathedral. You will continue through the newer residential areas of the city and stop at the top of San Cristobal Hill for a breathtaking view of Santiago.

You will then proceed to the Santa Rita Vineyard, located just 45 minutes away from Santiago. Placed in the foothill zone of Alto Jahuel, in Buin, the vineyard is surrounded by an extraordinary natural environment. The tour will reveal the characteristic wines produced here.

Afterwards, you will pause for lunch at Restaurant Doña Paula. This national monument honors Paula Jaraquemada, who owned the main house of the Santa Rita Estate more than 200 years ago.

The estate was the setting for significant historical occurrences associated to Chile’s independence. General Bernardo O’Higgins and 120 soldiers took refuge there after a battle against the forces of the Spanish crown. The winery’s Santa Rita 120 line of products was named to honor those 120 patriots.

After lunch, you will return to your hotel in Santiago. The evening will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.

Note: Day's two and three may be reversed as the winery is closed on Mondays.

Day 3

After breakfast, you will enjoy a scenic drive towards the Andes mountain range for a tour of Portillo, which is considered one of the best ski resorts of the world. Along the way, you will pass through the fertile Aconcagua Province and stop briefly at the monument to the Battle of Chacabuco, which signifies the independence of Chile.

As you begin your journey into the Andes, weather permitting, you may be able to see Mount Aconcagua in the distance. As you climb higher, you will surely be impressed as the mountainous scenery unfolds and the guide explains the natural history of the Andes.

Portillo is located at high above sea level next to the Laguna del Inca with its emerald green waters. The World Ski Championship was held here in 1966 – the only one held in South America until 1990. You will stop at the lake for photos and to enjoy lunch at a restaurant before returning to Santiago.

Back at the hotel, the evening will be at your leisure with dinner is on your own.

Day 4

Following breakfast and check-out, you will be transferred to the Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport in Santiago based on the flight details provided. Should you have a late flight, luggage storage will be available at the hotel until your transfer time.

Land Program Details Step by Step:

•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. All program timings are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.

•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.

•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.

•A departure transfer is not included if guests leave before the last day of the program.

Day 1

8:30am Disembark the ship in San Antonio, Chile

8:40am Drive towards Valparaiso

10:10am Arrive in Valparaiso, guided visit of the city

12:00pm Lunch at a local restaurant

2:00pm Drive towards Santiago

3:30pm Arrive at your hotel and check in

7:30pm Dinner at your hotel

Overnight at the Ritz Carlton or similar hotel

Day 2

8:00am Breakfast at your hotel

9:00am Santiago city tour

11:30am Drive to Santa Rita winery

12:20pm Tour the winery with a wine tasting

2:00pm Lunch at a restaurant

3:20pm Free time after lunch

3:50pm Depart for the hotel

4:30pm Arrive at the hotel

Remainder of the day at your leisure, dinner on own

Overnight at the Ritz Carlton or similar hotel

Day 3

8:00am Breakfast at your hotel

9:00am Depart for Portillo

12:00pm Lunch at a restaurant

1:30pm Visit Laguna del Inca

3:00pm Depart for Santiago

6:00pm Arrive at your hotel

Remainder of the day at your leisure, dinner on own

Overnight at the Ritz Carlton or similar hotel

Day 4

AM Breakfast at your hotel

12:00pm Check out time at the hotel

TBA Transfer to the Santiago Airport based on your flight details

Luggage storage is available at the hotel for guests with late flights

Extra Nights: If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 12:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 4 of your program.

Transfers: All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, transfers will not be arranged.

Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.

Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 12:00pm. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.

Expected Weather

Santiago: Sunny and dry with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 32°C (59°F to 90°F)

Valparaiso: Occasionally cloudy with temperatures ranging from 8°C to 26°C (46°F to 79°F)

What to Bring

Light, loose clothing that can be layered, comfortable and sturdy walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, cameras, chargers and a jacket or sweater for cooler evenings.

Currency

Chilean Peso. U.S. dollars are not accepted, however, exchanging currency in Chile is simple, especially if you have clean, undamaged bills. Some merchants will not accept $100 bills.

Electricity

In Chile, the power plugs and sockets are types C and L. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz. Bring your own universal travel adaptor if you have electronic devices, as the hotels do not provide them.

Documents and Visa Requirements

A passport that is valid at least 6 months after travel is required. Please check with your local embassy for any visa requirements for your nationality.

Accommodations

Ritz Carlton

El Alcalde #15, Las Condes, Santiago, Metropolitan región

Phone: (+56 2) 2470 8500

*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotel listed in this program.

Program Includes

*3 nights at the Ritz Carlton or similar including breakfast (Deluxe double room)

*1 dinner and 3 lunches (including 1 soft drink or water and 2 glasses of wine)

*Transfers

*Tours and wine tasting per the itinerary

*English-speaking guide

Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.

Program Does Not Include

*Any meals or beverages not mentioned above

*Hotel incidentals including room service and mini bar

*Gratuities to drivers and guides

Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation.

Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 60 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 60 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.

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POST - A GRAND ANDEAN LAKES CROSSING

From Santiago de Chile | 6 Days, including International Flight Time

An impressive Andean Lakes Crossing takes center stage on this first-ever Overland Program for Oceania Cruises. Sail through the stunning lakes and mountains of the Andes during the course of two unforgettable days as you take in awe-inspiring views of snowcapped peaks, stark glaciers, volcanic waterfalls and alpine villages. What a remarkable way to travel from Chile across the Argentine border to Bariloche, a premier Patagonian holiday destination. Often referred to as Argentina’s Little Switzerland, Bariloche enchants with its Swiss-alpine style architecture, innumerable ways to take in the surrounding natural beauty and postcard-worthy views in every direction.

Land Program Highlights

• 1 night in Santiago de Chile | 1 night in Puerto Montt | 1 night in Peulla | 1 night in Bariloche

• Travel from Chile to Argentina via a spectacular Andean Lakes Crossing, featuring three gorgeous alpine lakes and stunning mountain scenery

• Learn about the fascinating natural and cultural history of Chile and Argentina’s Lake Districts

• While in Bariloche, experience the distinctive alpine charm and Swiss influence of this principal Lakes District destination at the foothills of the Andes Mountains

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Prices are per person, based on double occupancy and subject to availability.