Cordillera and Andean Treasures

Find the perfect trip

13 days from

Contact us

* Current p/p indicative rate.

Overview
Highlights
Dates & Prices
Itinerary
Map
Ships
What's Included

Highlights

  • 7 UNESCO sites : Valparaiso, Arequipa, Lima, the City Chan Chan, Cuzco, the Machu Picchu and the Nazca Lines
  • Unique colonial architectural heritage
  • Major pre-Columbian sites
  • Overlands during your cruise: Nazca Lines, Machu Picchu and Cuzco
  • Experienced Lecturer
  • Discovery of the most beautiful towns in Peru and Chile

Highlights

  • 7 UNESCO sites : Valparaiso, Arequipa, Lima, the City Chan Chan, Cuzco, the Machu Picchu and the Nazca Lines
  • Unique colonial architectural heritage
  • Major pre-Columbian sites
  • Overlands during your cruise: Nazca Lines, Machu Picchu and Cuzco
  • Experienced Lecturer
  • Discovery of the most beautiful towns in Peru and Chile
Capacity: 248, Types: Luxury Small Ship CruiseLuxury ExpeditionWheelchair accessible
Feture image for Cordillera and Andean Treasures

Comfortably settled on board Le BOREAL, join us to discover the Pacific Coast of South America.

From the snow-capped peaks of the Patagonia volcanoes to the arid deserts of the high Andean plateaus, this is a land charged with history.

The Peruvian coast has conserved some truly incredible treasures and sites, including ports where you will drop anchor for a short break - or several days of eternity.

  • 7 UNESCO sites : Valparaiso, Arequipa, Lima, the City Chan Chan, Cuzco, the Machu Picchu and the Nazca Lines
  • Unique colonial architectural heritage
  • Major pre-Columbian sites
  • Overlands during your cruise: Nazca Lines, Machu Picchu and Cuzco
  • Experienced Lecturer
  • Discovery of the most beautiful towns in Peru and Chile

There are no future departures for this trip at this stage.

show reverse itinerary
Day 1: Valparaiso (Chile)
Embarkation from 5.00pm to 6.00pm
Days 2 & 3: At Sea
Day 4: Iquique (Chile)
Located between the sea and the desert, the town of Iquique takes pride in its outstanding historic centre. It is a legacy of the wealthy “White Gold Rush” in the days when the much sought-after sodium nitrate (saltpetre) was mined in the 18th century. Former residences with their finely wrought facades and colourful buildings bear witness to this opulent period. Note: Excursions available at an extra charge
Day 5: Arica (Chile)
Known as the City of Eternal Spring, Arica (Chile) is much admired for its rich golden sandy beaches and historic sites. From here you will have the opportunity to explore the Lauca National Park, a renowned UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Note: Excursions available at an extra charge
Day 6: Matarani (Peru)
The small fishing port of Matarani (Peru) is cut off between desert and mountain and offers a chance to visit the lovely colonial town of Arequipa, founded in 1540 and dominated by no less than three volcanoes. The brilliant white houses of volcanic stone have earned it the nickname “the white town”. The Santa Catalina Convent is well worth visiting, home to a community of Carmelites for over 400 years, it is now open to the public. Note: Excursions available at an extra charge
Day 7: At Sea
Days 8 & 9: Callao - Lima (Peru)
An exciting modern metropolis, Lima (Peru) also offers some of the finest examples of colonial architecture and many museums including the famous Gold Museum. From here you have the opportunity of a lifetime to visit the Inca city of Machu Picchu, Cuzco and the Sacred Valley. Note: Excursions available at an extra charge
Day 10: Salaverry (Peru)
Trujillo (Peru) has retained much of its former charm in the colonial residences, the Iturregui Palace and Place d’Armes. Not far from here you will find the Chan Chan site, the largest pre-Columbian city in the Americas which once stored large quantities of gold, silver and valuable pottery.
Day 11: At Sea
Day 12: Cruising Rio Guayas and Guayaquil (Ecuador)
Note: Excursions available at an extra charge
Day 13: Guayaquil (Ecuador)
Le Boreal
Luxury Expedition / Cruise Ship A superb mega-yacht with 132 cabins, she is the fruit of the expertise of the Italian Fincantieri shipyard and French sophistication, as interpreted by designer Jean-…

Le Boreal

Luxury Expedition / Cruise Ship

A superb mega-yacht with 132 cabins, she is the fruit of the expertise of the Italian Fincantieri shipyard and French sophistication, as interpreted by designer Jean-Philippe Nuel. Le Boreal creates a unique atmosphere, a subtle blend of luxury, intimacy and well-being.

The best materials, discreet elegance and a tasteful décor combined with exterior and interior lines to reflect a nautical mood. On board, soothing neutral tones are enlivened by splashes of red, our signature theme linking tradition and innovation to create personal touches in the spirit of a “private yacht”.

Cuisine

Loyal to the great French tradition, the haute cuisine on board is worthy of the finest restaurants, where discreet, attentive service is the hallmark.

Choose from two restaurants for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Gastronomic Restaurant is situated on Le Liberte Deck and serves you French and international cuisine accompagnied by fine wine. In the Grill Restaurant, you have the opportuniny to eat outside and enjoy buffet lunch and themed dinner.

Life On Board

Whether you want to join other guests in the theatre or games area (Wii™ consoles, etc), or relax on your own in a quiet corner of the library, Le Boreal has been designed to meet the needs of every guest. 

Everything has been done to preserve the independence of each guest to suit their personal tastes: lounges for lectures and shows, a spa in partnership with Carita™, but also more intimate spaces such as the library and internet corner. Comfortable cabins, nearly all with private balcony, are available for families either as triples or as communicating cabins. There is also a games area with Wii™ consoles, children’s menus, and a baby-sitting ser vice. Just as if you were on a private yacht, your time is your own to do as you please.

Fitted with the latest equipment (Kinesis Wall, running machine) and in partnership with the famous Carita™ brand, the Beauty Centre on Le Boreal welcomes you for some relaxation and pampering (beauty treatments, hairdresser, hammam, balneotherapy).

Wheelchairs3 specially adapted wheelchair cabins (Deck 3 = Superior cabin no. 307, no balcony, Deck 4 = Prestige Cabin no. 407 - with balcony and Deck 5 = Prestige Cabin no 509, with balcony) and lifts to all decks/areas.

DetailsLength:  142 metres. Passenger Capacity:  264 (in twin cabins, just 200 in Antarctica). Built:  2011

Please click the following links to read more about Ponant and the other Ponant cruise ships.

Cabin layout for Le Boreal

Includes

  • accommodation in stateroom,
  • the full meal plan,
  • the Open Bar: beginning with boarding, and during the duration of the cruise, a wide selection of drinks (mineral water, soft drinks, wine, beer, Charles Heidsieck champagne, spirits, coffee, tea) is served on request and at any time of the day. Certain premium alcoholic beverages on the menu are not included in the Open Bar,
  • free Wi-Fi internet access 24 hours a day*,
  • access to all the common areas:
  • on board our sister ships and Ponant Explorers: fitness room, steam room, hair salon, swimming pool (sea water, heated), solarium, lounges, theater, boutique & leisure area.
Overview
Highlights
Dates & Prices
Itinerary
Map
Ship
What's Included

13 days from Contact us

Find your favorite region