Passage to Easter Island: An Epic Voyage from Panama to Patagonia Aboard Clelia II

November 9 - December 17, 2010

Ushuaia, Argentina

Photo by: B. Danielson

Magellan Penguins, Chile

Photo credit: B. Danielson

Easter Island

Photo Credit- Paul Benefield & Dreamstime.com

Chan Chan, Peru

Huaca de la Luna , Peru

"Temple of the Moon"

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For seekers of uncommon sightings, bewitching islands, and dramatically scenic wilderness, very few destinations match the allure of South America's Pacific coastline and Easter Island, where glorious ancient cities, brightly festooned fauna, mysterious monuments, and amazingly impressive scenery await to be discovered.

We invite you to participate on a grand, once-in-a-lifetime voyage from Panama to Patagonia that also includes fabled Easter Island. Note that this unprecedented 38-day journey is also available in one of two shorter segments.

Aboard the 100-guest Clelia II, a ship that is uniquely fit for long voyages, given its spacious all-suite accommodations and attractive facilities, explore natural wonders and wildlife of Panama then sail along the coasts of Ecuador and Peru. Here we will explore colonial cities as well as the cities and monuments of civilizations that flourished in this part of the continent before the arrival of the Europeans in the 16th century.

Next, Clelia II will cross the blue Pacific to Easter Island, first calling at the uninhabited islet of Sala-y-Gomez. In Easter Island, we will stay in port for three days, giving us ample opportunity to leisurely and comprehensively explore this fabled isle and its renowned monumental sculptures. Who were the people who created the sculptures and how and from where did they arrive at the island? Did they sail from the coast of Peru or from the west? These are some of the questions our expert study leaders will probe.

From Easter Island, Clelia II will then set sail for the seldom-visited Juan Fernández Archipelago and continue to the Patagonian coast of Chile. From Puerto Montt to Ushuaia, the ship will navigate one of the most spectacular seaways in the world. Here, the coast is dominated by the breathtaking, ice-capped Andes Mountains, which drop straight to the sea. Lining the coast is a maze of islands creating an "inside passage" of fjords and twisting scenic channels stretching for over a thousand miles.

Considering the incredible variety of sights, experiences, and study themes offered by our itinerary, Passage to Easter Island promises to deliver an unforgettable travel adventure, whether you participate in the entire voyage or one of the two segments.

Tour Itinerary

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