Expedition South America With Panama Canal: A Picture Book Of Creation
18 nights
HANSEATIC inspiration
9 Nov '26Cruise overview
The great diversity of South America – united in one fascinating expedition. From the rainforest and jungle to sandy beaches and the equator, not to mention desert-like coastlines. An interplay of nature and culture, with an eventful passage through the Panama Canal.
Itinerary
Colón
The provincial capital of Colón, beside the canal’s Atlantic entrance, is named for the Spanish-language surname of Christopher Columbus, though the Americans called it Aspinwall in the 19th century.. The city was founded in 1850 by Americans working on the Panama railroad and named Aspinwall for one of the railway engineers. Following completion in 1855, Colon gained in importance, which was furthered by the plans for an isthmian canal. During the time of the French canal attempt, a fire in 1885 burned the city nearly to the ground and left thousands of people homeless. Colon was rebuilt in the architectural style then popular in France. Buildings from that era plus the ones constructed by Americans between 1904 and 1914 are still in use today, although the majority is on the verge of collapse. In addition to its importance as a port, Colon boasts the world’s second largest duty-free zone, known as Zona Libre, which is contained in a huge fortress like, walled-off area with giant international stores. However, most of the merchandise is sold in bulk to commercial businesses throughout the country.
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Panama Canal Transit
San Miguel Bay, Punta Alegre
Pearl Islands
Utría National Park
At sea
Isla de la Plata
Paita
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Callao
Callao
Paracas
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Isla Pan de Azúcar
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Valparaiso
Panoramic Cabin
Comfortable and stylish, these cabins feature large picture windows and elegant finishes.
Amenities
- Shower
- Room Service Available
- TV
- Coffee Machine
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
- Double or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Free Mini Bar
- Media/Entertainment Station
Ship features
Every detail aboard the MS Hanseatic Inspiration has been carefully crafted for an immersive adventure and refined living experience.
- Accommodates up to 230 guests (199 in polar regions)
- Hybrid propulsion and ice-classed hull
- Fleet of Zodiacs for daily excursions
- Three dining venues with global cuisine
- Expedition team of scientists and guides
- HanserAtrium lecture theatre and Ocean Academy
- Water-sports marina for kayaking and paddleboarding
- Spacious spa and fitness suite
- Observation Lounge with panoramic views
- Glass balconies extending beyond the ship’s edge
