Grand Princess 17 Night Andes & South America Santiago to San Francisco
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Grand Princess Cruise Line:
Princess Cruises
Departures:
27 February 2013
Duration:
17 Nights
Ports: Santiago, Valparaiso, La Serena, Coquimbo, Lima, Callao, Quito, Manta, Puntarenas, San Juan Del Sur, Acapulco, Cabo San Lucas, San Francisco
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Santiago Airport gateway (Departure) : San Francisco
* Ports of call may vary based on itinerary and departure dates selected
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Valparaiso
Set around a magnificent harbor and against a backdrop of snow-covered mountains, Valparaiso is the capital of the Valparaiso Region, Chile’s principal port, and a delightful city to explore. Stroll its cobbled streets and quiet plazas, or head to Muelle Prat, a lively market. Just an hour inland is Santiago de Chile, founded in 1541 by the Conquistadors, and an impressive city of Spanish Colonial styles and old world, European architecture.
Santiago is the economic and cultural hub of the country, occupying a spectacular basin at the foot of the highest peaks of the Andes. Linger on leafy squares, visit the Palacio de la Moneda, see the pre-Colombian art museum and soak up the colorful street life of lively markets or the more sophisticated districts of Providencia and Las Condes.
Country - Chile Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from port to Airport - 95kms Currency - Chilean Peso (CLP)
Places of Interest Cerro Polanco Funicular, Vina Del Mar, Concha y Toro Winery
La Serena
Located in the Coquimbo region of Chile, La Serena is a charming port city that boasts some beautiful neo-colonial buildings and a graceful cathedral built in 1844. Located in the transition zone between Chile's austere Atacama Desert and its central valley, La Serena has become a popular holiday resort town.
Country - Chile Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from port to Airport - 10kms Currency - Chilean Peso (CLP)
Places of Interest Elqui Valley, La Recova, Enchantment Valley
Coquimbo
La Serena (Coquimbo), Chile
If you're looking to steal a few tranquil moments, what better place than La Serena, The Serene One. Its nearby pristine beaches come with powdery white sand and warm water. And Chile's second-oldest city also offers quite a collection of cultural delights. Be sure to take in the stunning colonial architecture around the Plaza de Armas, go stargazing at the Mamalluca Observatory, and sample the region's mouth-watering seafood.
Lima
Peru's fascinating capital features many fine landmarks, not least of which is the Plaza de Armas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll appreciate its mix of colonial mansions, Moorish balconies, palaces and churches. Don’t miss a visit to the Gold Museum, brimming with resplendent Inca exhibits.
Country - Peru Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from port to Airport - 12kms Currency - Nuevo Sol (PEN)
Places of Interest Gold Museum, Pachacamac Ruins, Nazca Drawings
Callao
Located on the fringe of Peru's fascinating capital, Lima. The city features many fine landmarks, not least of which is the Plaza de Armas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll appreciate its mix of colonial mansions, Moorish balconies, palaces and churches. Don’t miss a visit to the Gold Museum, brimming with resplendent Inca exhibits.
Country - Peru Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from Port to Airport - 10kms Currency - Nuevo Sol (PEN)
Places of Interest Gold Museum, Pachacamac Ruins, Nazca Drawings
Quito
In Quito, old meets new, mountain high becomes valley deep, and spring prevails year-round. Nestled in the valley of the Incas, surrounded by the grandeur of the Andes and the luxuriance of the rainforest, Quito is a compelling blend of history, architecture, cuisine, art, people and legend. In 1979, UNESCO declared Quito's historic centre a World Heritage Site, the first city in the world to receive the accolade.
Country - Ecuador Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from Port to Airport - 10kms Currency - US Dollar (USD)
Places of Interest Mitad del Mundo (Middle of the World) Monument, Museo del Banco Central, Old Town
Manta
A commercial centre – the second largest port after Guayaquil – and a thriving holiday centre, Manta and its people are drawn to the shore and its curving Malecón, the promenade that lines the bay. All of life is here – restaurants, bars and their music spill out, with revellers splitting their time between these and favourite beaches like El Murciélago. Don’t miss the chance to learn about the many talents of the locals and their ancestors – not least of which is the Panama hat that originated in nearby Montecristi.
Country - Ecuador Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from port to Airport - 240kms Currency - US Dollar (USD)
Places of Interest Montecristi
Puntarenas
Costa Rica is a country which is quite special, its tropical landscape of rain forests, pasturelands, lush coffee plantations and white sand coastlines is set against a backdrop of majestic mountains rising as high as 13,000 feet.
Country - Costa Rica Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from port to Airport - 90kms Currency - Costa Rican Colon (CRC)
Places of Interest Villa Blanca, Carara Biological Reserve, La Paz Waterfalls
Acapulco
The original Mexican resort town, it is still popular amongst stars and jetsetters as it was in the late 50's. Known for its famous white beaches and non-stop glamour, the town is littered with local bistros with their cosmopolitan menus and mariachi bands.
Country - Mexico Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from port to Airport - 26kms Currency - Mexican Pesos (MXN)
Places of Interest South Hollywood, Papagayo River, La Quebrada Cliff Divers
Cabo San Lucas
Once a rural outpost for sportfishing, in the past few decades Cabo San Lucas has become one of Mexico’s premier resort cities. So besides fishing what’s the lure of the "Marlin Capital of the World"? For starters, there’s wonderful golf, excellent dining, and endless water sports, such as ocean kayaking, snorkeling and parasailing.
Country - Mexico Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from port to Airport - 30kms Currency - Mexican Pesos (MXN)
Places of Interest Sports Fishing, Santa Maria Cover, Pelican Rock Cave
San Francisco
One of America's most attractive cities, San Francisco differs from other metropolitan areas in many charming ways. You'll find plenty of picture-perfect moments in this "City by the Bay," with its hilly streets, famous bridges and historic cable cars.
Country - USA Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from port to Airport - 20kms Currency - US Dollar (USD)
Places of Interest Fisherman's Wharf, Golden Gate Bridge, Cable Cars
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About Princess Cruises
From its modest beginnings in 1965 with a single ship cruising to Mexico, Princess has grown to become one of the premiere cruise lines in the world. Today, its fleet carries more than a million passengers each year to more worldwide destinations than any other major line.
The most recognized cruise line in the world was catapulted to stardom in 1977 when Pacific Princess was cast in a starring role on a new television show called The Love Boat. The weekly series, which introduced millions of viewers to the still-new concept of a sea-going vacation, was an instant hit and both the company name and its "seawitch" logo have remained synonymous with cruising ever since.
Princess' modern fleet has grown considerably in recent years to include Caribbean Princess (2004), Coral Princess (2003), Crown Princess (2005) Dawn Princess (1997), Diamond Princess (2004), Emerald Princess (2007), Island Princess (2003), Pacific Princess (1999), Royal Princess (2001), Golden Princess (2001), Grand Princess (1998), Sapphire Princess (2004),Sea Princess (2007), Star Princess (2002), Sun Princess (1995) and Ocean Princess (1999).
Personal Choice Cruising®
Building on past success, Princess is continually evolving to meet the needs of the today's vacationer. In the mid-1990s the company pioneered the concept of putting passengers in control of their own cruise experience with the introduction of its Sun-class ships. These revolutionary vessels gave passengers the freedom to choose from a wide range of flexible onboard facilities, amenities and services in order to create a personal vacation experience that takes the regimentation out of the cruise experience and suits each passenger's own needs and preferences.
Today, the line's signature emphasis on Personal Choice Cruising is apparent across the fleet, with each vessel offering its own unique version on a host of multiple dining options and locations; flexible and varied entertainment selections; renowned customer service; and a full complement of onboard activities including a variety of ScholarShip@Sea® enrichment classes featuring computer training, ceramics, culinary arts, finance and photography. Often copied but never duplicated, the Princess concept of cruise vacation customization has since been adopted as the touchstone of new ship design for the entire cruise industry.
Affordable Luxury and an Abundance of Balconies
In addition to incorporating a wide range of choices, vessels in the Princess fleet are specifically designed to provide the ultimate in affordable luxury, with an emphasis on "big ship choice with small ship feel." No matter the size of the ship, public spaces are designed to feel intimate and are decorated in a contemporary style, allowing passengers to enjoy themselves in an informal, relaxed onboard atmosphere that mirrors today's lifestyles. The company has also long been the leader in building ships specifically designed to accommodate an extensive number of the most sought-after shipboard luxury -- the private balcony. In the mid-1980s Princess pioneered the concept of the affordable veranda, once an exclusive feature incorporated in only the most expensive suites. Today, Princess' fleet offers one of the highest percentages of balcony cabins in the industry, across all cabin categories. The physical design and décor of the ships, coupled with Princess' hallmark service excellence, creates an onboard atmosphere of relaxed luxury in which passengers can enjoy their perfect vacation experience.
Worldwide Destinations
Princess' philosophy of choice is also reflected in its sailing schedule. Offering voyages to more worldwide cruise destinations than any other major line, Princess has more than 150 itineraries ranging from seven to 72 days. The line sails to all seven continents and calls at nearly 260 ports around the world. Princess passengers can enhance their cruise experience through the Adventures Ashore program featuring more than 1,500 in-port excursions worldwide, and the company's expanding cruisetour offerings enable passengers to combine their cruise with a full land tour. Destinations on all seven continents include the Caribbean, Alaska, Panama Canal, Europe, Mexican Riviera, South America, Australia/New Zealand, South Pacific, Hawaii, Tahiti/French Polynesia, Asia, India, Africa, Holy Land, Canada/New England and Antarctica.
Having led the way in Gulf of Alaska cruising, Princess maintains a strong presence in Alaska. Through its Seattle-based Princess Tours division, the company operates a wide variety of spectacular land and sea experiences in the majestic "Land of the Midnight Sun." The largest cruise and tour operator in the state, Princess operates six cruise ships, five riverside wilderness lodges, luxury Midnight Sun Express Ultra Dome rail cars, and a fleet of deluxe motor coaches; allowing cruise passengers to connect seamlessly to a landside tour and experience several distinctly unique facets of the Alaska wilderness in a single trip.
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Grand Princess
Grand Princess is a consummate host at sea, rivaling the most luxurious resorts on land. Included among the myriad of features are the Lotus Spa, Movies Under the Stars, more than 700 balcony staterooms and an entire deck of Mini-Suites, as well as dozens of dining and entertainment options.
