Cunard Line has announced an array of extended shore excursions as part of its return to South America in 2025, marking its first operation in the region since 2020.
The luxury cruise liner Queen Victoria will embark on a 78-night "South America Discovery itinerary roundtrip from Southampton England UK on January 9th, 2025.
The voyage will visit popular destinations including Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Patagonia/Chilean Fjords, Callao-Lima, and Salvador de Bahia.
Guests will have the opportunity to join multi-day shore excursions, including:
- 4-day Overland to Machu Picchu: A journey into the Peruvian Andes to explore the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, featuring stops at an Andean village for an encounter with local Quechua-speaking residents. The tour also includes visits to the fortress of Sacsayhuaman and the sacred site of Koricancha.
- 5-day Overland to the Galapagos: A unique chance to explore the wildlife-rich Galapagos Islands. The itinerary includes full-day boat tours of various islands such as Bartolome, Seymour, Santa Fe, and Isabela, along with a visit to the highland Twin Craters on Santa Cruz Island.
- 4-day Iguazu Falls Adventure: This tour offers panoramic views of Salvador, jungle treks, and helicopter flights over Iguazu Gorge, along with visits to both the Argentine and Brazilian sides of the waterfalls.
Additional land tours include:
- Snapshot of Salvador: A tour of the city's historic landmarks.
- Grand Tour of Lima: A drive through Lima's Plaza Mayor and colonial-era convents.
- Off the Beaten Track to Codpa Village: An exploration of Codpa Village in the Atacama Desert, complete with a tasting of local Pintatani wine.
- Best of Rio de Janeiro: A guided journey through Rio, featuring Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer.
- Relaxation on Copacabana Beach: Guests can unwind with five hours of leisure time on the iconic Copacabana Beach.
- Sunset Schooner Cruise in Rio: A 3-hour sail along Rio’s coastline, with views of famous landmarks.
- Highlights of Montecristi and Manta: A tour showcasing the craft of Panama hat weaving in Ecuador.
- Sights of Buenos Aires, Tango & Dinner Show: A tour of Argentina's vibrant capital followed by an evening of tango and dining.
In addition to these excursions, world cruise passengers will enjoy special events such as a World Voyage cocktail party, a shoreside gala, and a commemorative gift.
Cunard's South America 2025 voyage is also offered in several smaller segments/shorter itineraries:
- 2025 Jan 9th - 12 days from Southampton to Fort Lauderdale Florida USA
- 2025 Jan 9th - 28 days from Southampton to Rio de Janeiro
- 2025 Jan 21st - 52 days roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale
- 2025 Feb 25th - 17 days from San Antonio Chile to Fort Lauderdale
- 2025 Feb 25th - 31 days from San Antonio to Southampton
- 2025 Mar 14th - 14 days from Fort Lauderdale to Southampton
- 2025 Mar 14th - 16 days from Fort Lauderdale to Hamburg Germany
Alternatively, passengers can embark the ship in Hamburg for an 85-night roundtrip voyage leaving on January 4th. Shorter ex-Hamburg segments include:
2025 Jan 4th - 5 days from Hamburg to Southampton
2025 Jan 4th - 17 days from Hamburg to Fort Lauderdale
2025 Jan 4th - 33 days from Hamburg to Rio de Janeiro