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HANSEATIC inspiration - from Bridgetown to Callao

Expedition South and Central America with the Panama Canal - magical worlds between the oceans

HANSEATIC inspiration - from Bridgetown to Callao
Cruise INS1903
14.11.2019 - 28.11.2019 (14 days)
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    Cruise
    INS1903
    Cruise dates
    14.11.2019 - 28.11.2019

    Enjoy Caribbean gems and paradises on the Pacific coast – an expedition dream comes true when you discover exotic treasures on both sides of the Panama Canal.


    International cruise
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    The cruise is fully booked.
    For further assistance please contact us at 040 30703050.

    This is an international cruise (on-board languages: German and English) [Read more]
    Price specials - Attractive combination discount

    Extend your stay with the subsequent cruise INS1904 and save € 400 per person. (Applies to categories 1 – 10)

    The highlights of this cruise

    Your ship - HANSEATIC inspiration

    The new expedition class

    The naming ceremony of the HANSEATIC inspiration took place in Hamburg on 11 October 2019. Together with its structurally identically sister ships HANSEATIC nature (2019) and HANSEATIC spirit (2021), the small and state-of-the-art expedition ship explores remote destinations and visits the world’s most fascinating natural landscapes on challenging routes.

    The new expedition class – which offers space for a maximum of 230 guests (or 199 guests on Antarctic cruises and Spitsbergen circumnavigations) – sets standards in terms of variety, comfort and personal space. This is why our ship has more open deck space than any other expedition ship. Find out more! HANSEATIC inspiration was launched in October 2019.

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    Your cabins & suites on HANSEATIC inspiration

    Outside Cabin
    • approx. 22 m²/237 ft² cabins on Deck 4, 5 and 6
    • Heated wall in the bathroom
    • Rain shower
    • Free mini bar (soft drinks)
    • Coffee machine
    • Separable beds
    • 24-hour cabin service
    Panoramic Cabin
    • approx. 21 m²/226 ft² Cabins on Deck 5
    • Heated wall in bathroom
    • Rain shower
    • Free mini bar (soft drinks)
    • Coffee machine
    • Separable beds
    • 24-hour cabin service
    • There is one cabin with fully accessible layout and equipment (cabin 404)
    French Balcony Cabin
    • approx. 21/23 m² (226 ft²/248 ft²) Cabins on Deck 6 and 7
    • Heated wall in the bathroom
    • Rain shower
    • Free mini bar (soft drinks)
    • Coffee machine
    • Separable beds
    • 24-hour cabin service
    Balcony Cabin
    • approx. 27 m²/291 ft² Cabins incl. balcony (approx. 5 m²/54 ft²) on Deck 5, 6 and 7
    • Heated wall in the bathroom
    • Rain shower
    • Free mini bar (soft drinks)
    • Coffee machine
    • Separable beds
    • 24-hour cabin service
    Junior Suite
    • approx. 42 m²/452 ft² Suites on Deck 6 and 7
    • including private balcony (approx. 6 m²/65 ft²)
    • Separate living and sleeping areas
    • Separate dining area
    • Sleeping area with panoramic view
    • Separable beds
    • TV in living and sleeping areas
    • Bathroom with two sinks and rain shower
    • Steam sauna in shower area
    • Heated wall in bathroom
    • Free mini bar with a selection of spirits
    • Coffee machine
    • 24-hour cabin service
    • Butler service
    • Fixed table reservation in the main restaurant, if desired
    Grand Suite
    • approx. 71 m²/764 ft² Suites on Deck 6 and 7
    • including private veranda (approx. 16 m²/172 ft²) with space heaters
    • Separate living and sleeping areas
    • Separate dining area
    • Sleeping area with panoramic view
    • Separable beds
    • TV in living and sleeping areas
    • Daylight bathroom with two sinks, free-standing bath, rain shower and veranda access
    • Steam sauna in shower area
    • Heated wall in bathroom
    • Separate toilet
    • Free mini bar with a selection of spirits
    • Coffee machine
    • 24-hour cabin service
    • Butler service
    • Fixed table reservation in the main restaurant, if desired
    • Free choice of Zodiac group
    Cruise
    INS1903
    Cruise dates
    14.11.2019 - 28.11.2019

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    Optional bookable
    Wednesday, 13.11.2019

    Scheduled flight from Germany to London**
    Overnight with breakfast in an airport hotel

    Thursday, 14.11.2019

    Scheduled flight from London to Barbados

    Thursday, 14.11.2019

    Bridgetown/Barbados, departure 19.00 hrs

    Friday, 15.11.2019

    Bequia/St. Vincent and the Grenadines

    White sandy beaches, wild jungle full of diverse species and fascinating cultures all greet you on this expedition like a colourful kaleidoscope of surprises. Where the northern and southern hemispheres meet, be inspired by the natural panoramas and cultural highlights of wonderful worlds. Bequia reveals itself as a true Caribbean idyll with welcoming inhabitants and paradise beaches. On an island tour*, you will explore the charming capital Port Elizabeth while enjoying the magnificent panorama of Admirality Bay from the local mountain.

    Saturday, 16.11.2019

    Relaxation at sea

    Sunday, 17.11.2019

    Bonaire/Netherlands Antilles

    Bonaire is particularly perfect for an island tour: Bon Bini – welcome to the island of Bonaire*, where the capital of Kralendijk enchants with picturesque boulevards and splendid houses. Alongside nimble hummingbirds and languid iguanas, pink flamingos reflect the beauty of the southern Antilles. Under the water, a wealth of dazzling marine creatures gather on the turquoise coral reef.

    Monday, 18.11.2019

    Relaxation at sea

    Tuesday, 19.11.2019

    Cartagena/Colombia

    Reflect on this impressive half-day as you enjoy the stunning views from the deck – then it’s time for some history: Cartagena is known as South America’s most beautiful colonial city, and was immortalised in Love in the Time of Cholera by Nobel Prize-winning author Gabriel García Márquez. Thriving and perfectly formed, historic Cartagena* presents an old town that has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a carriage ride through Cartagena* and marvel at its magnificent palaces in the Andalusian style, buildings adorned with flowers and numerous churches.

    Wednesday, 20.11.2019

    San Blas Islands/Panama

    Meanwhile, the San Blas Islands are completely untouched. Look forward to a short yet perfect rendezvous with palm-lined, picture-book islands where you can relax, swim and snorkel.

    Thursday, 21.11.2019

    Daytime passage through the Panama Canal

    After your first eventful expedition days, the anticipation will build on board the HANSEATIC inspiration, and suddenly it appears before you – magnificent and legendary, as well as the country’s economic lifeline: the Panama Canal. Opened over 100 years ago, it is the world’s most important waterway. Over more than 80 km (49 mi.), your daytime passage will take you past wild grasslands and dense rainforest, with fascinating background information from your team of experts. The canal is rich in history through its construction, significance and expansion alone.

    Friday, 22.11.2019

    Gulf of San Miguel

    Arriving on the Pacific side, the HANSEATIC inspiration heads for the lush, green backdrop of the Darien jungle in the Gulf of San Miguel. Local boats will take you to the settlements of the Embera Indians, where you will gain fascinating insights into this indigenous tribe’s culture and way of life. This region, declared a national park in 1981, is a protected space for many native peoples; it spans 579,000 ha (1,430,740 ac.) and is also part of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

    Saturday, 23.11.2019

    Utria National Park/Colombia

    Utria National Park has the greatest biodiversity in the world and is used as a wintering ground by flocks of migratory birds. Together with the rangers, you will forge your way through the untouched Colombian rainforest, the calls of exotic birds echoing through the treetops.

    Sunday, 24.11.2019 to
    Monday, 25.11.2019

    Relaxation at sea

    Tuesday, 26.11.2019

    Isla Lobos de Tierra/Peru

    Much wilder, but no less lively, Peru offers invigorating natural experiences on one of its beautiful rocky islands: after a brief technical stop in Paita, you will reach Isla Lobos de Tierra. The island’s name, which translates as “island of the land wolves”, was inspired by its enormous population of sea lions. Much smaller examples of its fantastic fauna include pelicans and blue-footed boobies, their vibrant blue feet lending them an extremely charming look. After an afternoon surrounded by the hubbub of the wildlife and impressive scenery wherever you look, you will board the ship and head out onto the vast ocean. As the HANSEATIC inspiration sets a southerly course, you will enjoy unique impressions of the South American Pacific coast.

    Wednesday, 27.11.2019

    Relaxation at sea

    Thursday, 28.11.2019

    Callao (Lima)/Peru, arrival 6.00 hrs

    Enriched by these unforgettable moments and with your yearning for adventure fulfilled, you will look back on the many contrasts of your expedition from the coastal city of Callao.

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    Optional bookable
    Thursday, 28.11.2019

    City tour
    Scheduled flight from Lima to Germany

    Friday, 29.11.2019

    Arrival in Germany

    * The shore activities are not included in the cruise price and are in the planning stage. Subject to change.
    ** A change of airport is required in London during the outward journey.

    Pre-cruise and post-cruise programmes for your trip

    The following programmes can be booked.

    Please note that our pre- and post-cruise programmes are conducted in German.
    For individual programmes kindly consult your travel agent.

    The following programmes are offered in German:

    Our proven pre- and post-cruise programmes

    Our popular pre- and post-cruise programmes include a broad spectrum of excursions and are usually accompanied by experienced Hapag-Lloyd Cruises tour guides. Recommended for guests who like to share their experiences with a group of like-minded travellers. Explore specially selected highlights of your holiday destination and enjoy the convenience of group travel – we will take care of the transfers, excursions and overnight stays.

    PRE-CRUISE PROGRAMME A: BEACH DAYS ON BARBADOS
    POST-CRUISE PROGRAMME A: MACHU PICCHU – IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF THE INCAS
    Cruise
    INS1903
    Cruise dates
    14.11.2019 - 28.11.2019

    HANSEATIC inspiration - The new expedition class

    HANSEATIC inspiration

    How do you combine exciting adventures with the utmost comfort? Our new expedition class has the answers. Enjoy first-class service and unforgettable moments in the world’s most spectacular regions – in the company of a small group of no more than 230 guests (or 199 guests for Antarctic expeditions and circumnavigation of Spitsbergen).

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    Cabins & Suites

    In the HANSEATIC inspiration cabins and suites, curved lines, natural colours and premium materials come together in a harmonious room concept that promises – and delivers – pure relaxation.

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    Restaurants & Bars

    Come with us on a culinary voyage of discovery around the globe: on board, three spacious first-class restaurants create a unique and indulgent combination of expedition spirit and international gourmet cuisine. Spend your days and evenings however you wish thanks to flexible mealtimes, a free choice of seating and attentive 24-hour cabin service.

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    Fitness & Wellness

    A breathtaking Zodiac ride, a challenging hike, a day in the Arctic ice – then close your eyes, feel the heat and indulge your senses. Align your inner compass with total well-being – whether in the ocean-view sauna of the OCEAN SPA, with a relaxing massage or with a workout in the Sports Club.

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    Knowledge on board

    Your shore excursions and Zodiac rides will be accompanied by countless natural wonders that will leave you speechless. But to see the bigger picture, you need to understand the background. The HANSEATIC inspiration takes your expedition to the next level with fascinating presentations, personal studies in the Ocean Academy and the perfect equipment for the research trip of your life.

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