South America Discovery

A British Isles cruise offer a unique way to explore and contrast the home nations, whose rugged coastlines embrace historic ports. Often these itineraries include visits to our closest European neighbours to create fascinating discoveries in luxury.

Port Canaveral is a gateway to some fantastic Florida highlights, including the world-famous Kennedy Space Centre.

Fort Lauderdale is a city famous for its beautiful beaches, watersports and it's canals and marina. With plenty of choice for shopping and dining, you could also take a stroll around it's historical districts. Relaxing on the golden sands is a popular pastime, but there’s no shortage of alternatives.

Forming a British Overseas Territory, this archipelago consists of around 40 low-lying islands southeast of the Bahamas. Grand Turk is the second most populated, even at scarcely seven square miles.

Stroll through historic Bridgetown, where colonial tradition meets vibrant island life. Relax on Barbados’ white sandy beaches or dive into world-class snorkelling and sailing adventures. Experience the perfect blend of British charm and Caribbean bliss!

On the northern stretch of Brazil's shoulder, Fortaleza is a pleasant palm-lined resort. The sands are soft and the backdrops often impressive. A complex of reddish coloured cliffs lie behind Marro Branco, while from Canoa Quebrada, an expanse of sand dunes stretch inland like waves.

As the host of the world’s largest carnival, Salvador is sometimes referred to as the Brazilian capital of happiness. A cruise to Salvador gives you a taste of the country’s rich cultural history, beautiful architecture, candy-hued buildings and unusual cuisine. Originally the capital of Brazil until 1763 when Rio de Janeiro was given the title, it is now the third most populous city in the country.

A peninsula dusted with 23 beaches, Buzios stands on the Brazilian coast around 93 miles due east of Rio de Janeiro and virtually on the Tropic of Capricorn. At the time nothing more than a simple fishing village, it was discovered' on the world's behalf by Brigitte Bardot and her Brazilian boyfriend in the early 1960s. It is now one of Brazil's most upmarket seaside resorts, where designer boutiques meet fine dining and sophisticated bars. For the more adventurous, diving and snorkelling are also popular here, thanks to a rich marine life including a variety of corals, giant stingrays, barracuda and even green turtles on occasion.

Rio will command your non-stop attention from the moment you set foot on its shores or the golden sands of Copacabana or Ipanema for that matter. Climb Sugarloaf Mountain by cable car, then try out your samba steps as night falls. Rio is an amazing experience a city everyone should visit at least once in their lifetime.

Rio will command your non-stop attention from the moment you set foot on its shores or the golden sands of Copacabana or Ipanema for that matter. Climb Sugarloaf Mountain by cable car, then try out your samba steps as night falls. Rio is an amazing experience a city everyone should visit at least once in their lifetime.

Home to one of the world’s largest urban populations and hosting an enticing fusion of residents from over 200 different countries, São Paulo is simply a cultural extravaganza.

Uruguay's vibrant capital city Montevideo houses close to half of the nation's population, resulting in a diverse and exciting metropolitan environment. Your Montevideo exploration could start in the large Plaza Independencia which lies between the Old and New City. Full of interesting architecture the historical Old City has maintained buildings dating back to the Colonial times, whilst the Torre Antel, a distinctly modern skyscraper, shows the evolution of the city. Wine connoisseurs should explore further afield of the city and take advantage of the range of wineries and ranches which help make Uruguay one of the leading wine producers in South America.

Argentina's capital possesses a grandeur embodied by the Colon Theatre, one of the world's great opera houses. The vast Recoleta Cemetery is worth a visit too, where you'll find the black marble memorial that is the resting place of Eva Peron. For many, the city's soul lies in districts like La Boca, home to colourful houses and lively tango caf̩es.

Argentina's capital possesses a grandeur embodied by the Colon Theatre, one of the world's great opera houses. The vast Recoleta Cemetery is worth a visit too, where you'll find the black marble memorial that is the resting place of Eva Peron. For many, the city's soul lies in districts like La Boca, home to colourful houses and lively tango caf̩es.

Discover a small slice of Wales in Argentina. While Puerto Madryn has roots from the British Isles, the scenery is unmistakably Patagonian, with sweeping vistas and colonies of sea lions and penguins.

The southernmost town on earth, surrounded by spectacular snow-capped mountains, waterways and the Tierra del Fuego National Park, this small town in Argentina is the gateway to some stunning locations.

Journey to the edge of the earth on a cruise past the fabled Cape Horn. At the southernmost tip of South America, Cape Horn lies off the coast of Chile on Hornos Island. Nestled amongst the dramatic...

The western coast of South America meets the Pacific Ocean, the north and east are bordered by the Atlantic while the Caribbean surrounds the north-west corner of the land. Most of the continent’s 385 million inhabitants live along the east and west coasts, with only a small proportion of the population settled inland.

To cruise by Amalia Glacier is to take a journey into a pristine wilderness. In this area of Chile, silence is punctuated only by the occasional warble of a cormorant as you glide through narrow fjords past towering glaciers and jagged mountain peaks.

At the head of scenic Eyre Fjord is situated the longest glacier in the southern hemisphere outside of Antarctica. The monumental ice-mass of the Brüggen Glacier fills the fjord to a width of 4.5 kilometers (3 miles) and covers an area of 1,265 square kilometers (488 square miles).

Despite a population of more than 130,000, Puerto Montt retains the feel of a small town. For a simple introduction to the city, walk along the waterfront road to the fishing port of Angelmo, discovering its shore lined with tempting artisan's stalls and a collection of small cafes. Accessible from the seaport town of Puerto Montt, Chile's Lake District is an enchanted realm of emerald waterways and snow-capped volcanoes.

This large, modern port serves Chile’s capital, Santiago, a city with Spanish colonial charm and a vivacious spirit. Encircled by the Andes and the Coastal Range, Santiago is centered around the Plaza de Armas, with several of the city’s landmarks: the 18th-century Metropolitan Cathedral the Palacio de la Real Audencia from 1808, the City Hall and the National Museum of History.

This large, modern port serves Chile’s capital, Santiago, a city with Spanish colonial charm and a vivacious spirit. Encircled by the Andes and the Coastal Range, Santiago is centered around the Plaza de Armas, with several of the city’s landmarks: the 18th-century Metropolitan Cathedral the Palacio de la Real Audencia from 1808, the City Hall and the National Museum of History.

Coquimbo stands on Chile's long coast, around 190 miles north of Valparaiso and Santiago. A jumble of colourful houses on a rocky peninsula, it was established as a port to serve La Serena, and became the main exportation point of copper during the nineteenth century. It still serves La Serena today, as many visitors make the trip to appreciate charming colonial architecture and beautiful beaches.

Arica is a port in northern Chile, only around 12 miles or so from the border with Peru. It is a city dominated by the Morro Arica hill, and fringed with beaches loved by surfers. Nearby desert and lush valleys, a year-round mild climate and the oldest mummies on earth all add to the appeal.You cannot miss the Morro de Arica, a hulking 430-feet-high rock that looms up within the city. Chilean forces seized it from Peru in 1880 in the War of the Pacific, and the Museo Histrico y de Armas, or war museum, tells a little of the story. Standing on the top of the rock is a 36-feet-high statue of Christ of Peace, his arms outstretched, and an emblem of the city.

With so many countries, three continents and thousands of years of history on the itinerary of our Mediterranean cruises, there are plenty of ways to discover this ancient sea. You can step into grand cities and laid-back harbours, discover lively resorts and sleepy islands, stand before vibrant modern architecture or age-old wonders.

With so many countries, three continents and thousands of years of history on the itinerary of our Mediterranean cruises, there are plenty of ways to discover this ancient sea. You can step into grand cities and laid-back harbours, discover lively resorts and sleepy islands, stand before vibrant modern architecture or age-old wonders.

Manta sits almost directly on the equator, around halfway up Ecuador's Pacific shore. The setting was inhabited by at least seven different civilisations before the Spanish conquered the area in 1534. While mostly considered an industrial city today, it has also found fame for its beaches and watersports.

Peppered with classic French and Spanish architecture, you can roam as far as your eyes can see in decadent Fuerte Amador.

Experience one of the world's best short cuts! Journey 40 miles through the Panama Canal for an unforgettable experience.

Colorful Wilhelminastraat is lined with typical Aruban buildings of the Dutch Colonial style, and plenty of shops offering duty-free goods.

Fort Lauderdale is a city famous for its beautiful beaches, watersports and it's canals and marina. With plenty of choice for shopping and dining, you could also take a stroll around it's historical districts. Relaxing on the golden sands is a popular pastime, but there’s no shortage of alternatives.

Port Canaveral is a gateway to some fantastic Florida highlights, including the world-famous Kennedy Space Centre.

These cruises offer as much flexibility as you like, allowing you to create your own holiday. So, choose simply to cruise only leaving you to arrange travel to and from the ship. Perfect if you want to explore your country of embarkation or disembarkation a little more. Or, leave everything to us. For a competitive supplement, we'll arrange all your flights and transfers so you can relax and look forward to your holiday. If you are intending on travelling independently in order to visit relatives or explore a destination in more depth, we can still take care of your flight arrangements.

Southampton, the UK’s top cruise port, is a vibrant waterfront city blending rich maritime heritage with modern charm. Discover the Titanic legacy at the Sea City Museum, explore the Cultural Quarter, or stroll through the medieval Old Town. Beyond the city, explore the beauty of The New Forest, Stonehenge, and the Isle of Wight. With a thriving craft beer and food scene, Southampton offers endless delights to explore!