Cultural Caribbean and the Americas
Cultural Caribbean and the Americas
Cultural Caribbean and the Americas
35 Days
Tour Overview
Experience an unforgettable voyage of discovery on board Borealis, sailing around the Caribbean Sea and visiting beautiful islands and captivating cities in the Americas famed for their history, culture and connections to the region’s native wildlife. After a memorable journey across the Atlantic, stopping at the verdant Azores en route, the adventure really begins in the Caribbean; over three days you’ll have chances to discover Antigua’s historic sites and famous beaches, ride the famous scenic railway of St Kitts, and learn of Tortola’s pirate heritage. Then you’re in for a taste of Colombian culture. Be engrossed in ancient history of Cartagena de Indias, with its centuries-old city walls, fortifications and fine colonial Spanish architecture, and follow the route of Colombian coffee production perhaps in Santa Marta. A visit to Panama and the city of Colon affords opportunities to tour to the Gatun Lock and Lake area of the remarkable Panama Canal, or journey to Portobelo to follow in the tracks of Colombus and Drake, before continuing onwards for potential encounters with amazing wildlife. In Costa Rica, during an overnight stay in Puerto Limon, you can join a boat tour and venture deep into tropical rainforest via narrow canals to seek-out monkeys, sloths, toucans and much more, while you have a chance to go in search of fauna such as iguanas, crocodiles and manatees on a river tour from Belize City in Belize. Coral reefs and rainforests alive with fauna and flora are within reach on tour on the Mexican island of Cozumel too, though here you might prefer to get a fascinating insight into the history of Mayan civilisations at sites like Chichen Itza and shrines dedicated to Ixchel. Your time in the Americas will then conclude in the Caribbean, stopping in Bermuda to sample paradise amongst beautiful beaches, warm crystal-clear waters and laid-back cities alive with colourful culture.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Thursday, 6 January 2022 - Depart From Southampton
Day 2 : Monday, 10 January 2022 - Ponta Delgada
Day 3 : Sunday, 16 January 2022 - St John's
Day 4 : Monday, 17 January 2022 - Basseterre
Day 5 : Tuesday, 18 January 2022 - Road Town, Tortola
Day 6 : Thursday, 20 January 2022 - Santa Marta
Day 7 : Friday, 21 January 2022 - Cartagena De Indias
Day 8 : Sunday, 23 January 2022 - Colon
Day 9 : Monday, 24 January 2022 - Puerto Limon
Day 10 : Tuesday, 25 January 2022 - Puerto Limon
Day 11 : Thursday, 27 January 2022 - Belize City
Day 12 : Friday, 28 January 2022 - Cozumel
Day 13 : Tuesday, 1 February 2022 - King's Wharf
Day 14 : Wednesday, 2 February 2022 - King's Wharf
Day 15 : Wednesday, 9 February 2022 - Arrives Back At Southampton
What's Included
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Comfortable, stylish cabins and suites equipped with a Smart TV, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities, a fridge and individually controlled air conditioning
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Unlimited, self-service tea and coffee available 24hrs at selected venues, complimentary afternoon tea* with sandwiches and cakes, and in-room sandwiches and snacks
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A tempting choice of cuisine every day throughout your cruise – with five-course à la carte dinners, casual breakfast and lunch buffets, late-night snacks and much more
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A full programme of evening entertainment, including cabaret shows, comedy, dancing and live music
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Full use of on board leisure facilities, including swimming pools, Jacuzzis and gym
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A wide choice of engaging on board activities and lectures throughout the day
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All UK port taxes (where collectable in advance)
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Luggage porterage between your cabin and the drop-off/pick-up point
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Formal welcome and/or Captain’s Drinks Party and Gala Buffet
Chargeable Extras
Cruise descriptions include optional, chargeable experiences that may be enjoyed independently and/or with optional Fred. Olsen Shore Tours.
*Premium Traditional Afternoon Tea not included.
Upgrade to All Inclusive Drinks Package is available as a chargeable optional extra and can be added to your booking up to six days prior to your cruise departing.
Travelling to Europe after Brexit
New rules apply when travelling to European Union countries and Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. The following are useful guidelines which will help you prepare for your next adventure. Note that these new rules do NOT apply when travelling within the United Kingdom or to the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man or the Republic of Ireland. You do require government issued ID when travelling by air though.
Passport - British passport holders need to have at least six months validity left on their passport and it needs to be less than ten years old; passports which have a longer validity than ten years are not valid for travel once the tenth anniversary of issue has passed. These rules do not apply to travel to Ireland where you can continue to use your passport as long as it’s valid for the length of your stay.
Visa - If you’re a tourist, you do not need a visa for short trips to most EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. You’ll be able to stay for up to 90 days in any rolling 180-day period. Different rules will apply to Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and Romania; if you visit these countries, visits to other EU countries will not count towards the 90-day total. Travel to Ireland will not change and stays there will not count towards the 90-day total.
European Travel Information & Authorisation System (ETIAS) - Towards the end of 2022, it is likely that non EU citizens will be required to apply online for an authorisation to visit most European countries. The current details suggest there will be a charge of €7 per person and the authorisation will be valid for all trips made to the EU in a three year period from issue. We will advise you of confirmed details prior to your tour’s departure.
Border Control - At border control, you may need to show proof of your return journey - your travel documentation issued by us will be sufficient for this. You will also need to use separate lanes from EU, EEA and Swiss citizens if manual checks are required.
Healthcare Cover - You should always get appropriate travel insurance with healthcare cover before you go abroad which covers pre-existing conditions. You should understand the terms and conditions of your travel insurance and be happy with its cover for healthcare and travel disruption. Newmarket sell a comprehensive travel insurance policy. Ask our travel consultants for more information. You should also apply for a UK Global Heath Insurance Card (GHIC) which lets you get urgent state healthcare in Europe at a reduced cost or sometimes for free. Note GHIC is only valid in EU countries and not in Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland.
Mobile Roaming - Roaming charges have been re-introduced by some UK providers when visiting the EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. Prior to travel, please do check with your phone operator for the most up to date information.
Check out our Q&As
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1983
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Vaccination Requirements
Your health and safety are pivotal to our operations, and every customer travelling on a tour with us must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Fully vaccinated means that you have had the full course of an approved vaccine a minimum of 14 days prior to your holiday. We also recommend that you travel with proof that you’ve been fully vaccinated.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Our company’s mission is to enrich lives and improve wellbeing through travel. A big part of that is ‘Travel for Good’. Our ‘Travel for Good’ hub is our first step in a long journey to reduce carbon, offset anything we produce as a company and travel without harming the planet or the people of the destinations we go to.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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Fitness to Travel
We strive to give all our customers full care and attention, but we do need to know at the time of booking if there are any special needs or requirements. It is particularly important that we are advised of any disabilities and also if you intend to bring any specialist equipment such as a wheelchair with you. Please make sure that you make us aware of any requirements.
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Low Deposit
Newmarket Holidays requires a minimum deposit of 35% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of newmarket holidays charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 48 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 34 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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Vaccination Requirements
Your health and safety are pivotal to our operations, and every customer travelling on a tour with us must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Fully vaccinated means that you have had the full course of an approved vaccine a minimum of 14 days prior to your holiday. You can find the travel restrictions for different countries on www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice. We also recommend that you travel with proof that you’ve been fully vaccinated.