Palm Beach, USA to Panama City, Panama - 9/29/11In Search of El Dorado: 13-night itinerary, September 29, 2011.
Ancient ruins, European explorers, lush tropical flora, and warm, crystal clear waters all come together in this leisurely, relaxing 13-night exploration. Join two shamans in a riveting ceremony to synchronize the Mayan calendar. Stroll among structural remnants of the long-lost Mayan civilization in Mexico. Be dazzled by the buccaneer history, breathtaking beaches, and beautiful coral reefs of Corn Island. Watch a colony of nesting frigate birds and red-footed boobies. Walk through a former pirate haven. Take a walking tour of Portobello – founded in 1502 by Columbus himself. And transit the Panama Canal, one of history’s greatest engineering feats. This adventure will leave you both refreshed and amazed.
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01 | Arrive in Palm Beach, Florida, United States September 29, 2011
Arrive in Palm Beach and check into your included hotel. | Day
02 | Palm Beach September 30, 2011
Prior to embarkation, enjoy a highlight tour of Palm Beach en route to the ship. | Day
03 | At Sea October 1, 2011
Learn about the history and culture of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula from your Exploration Leaders as you enjoy the relaxing cruise. | Day
04 | Puerto Morelos / Isla Mujeres, Mexico October 2, 2011
Go ashore via inflatable excursion craft to experience the Universe’s Energy Synchronization Ceremony of the Maya – led by two shamans. Enjoy Mayan dancers, musicians, and local drinks and canapés. | Day
05 | Playa del Carmen October 3, 2011
Behold the sunrise over the Mayan ruins of Chichen-Itza. Dating back to 514 A.D., this site is one of the New World’s Seven Wonders. After your tour, enjoy a special meal of local dishes.
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06 | Majahual October 4, 2011
Visit the homes of local Mayans to see how they live today. Hear ancient Mayan tales told in the Mayan language and then interpreted. Meet a local shaman who harvests his own medicinal plants. | Day
07 | Goff’s Caye, Belize October 5, 2011
Take an exhilarating zipline ride through the lush jungle canopy. After a barbeque lunch enjoy a relaxing river-tubing expedition through tunnel-like limestone caves. | Day
08 | Lighthouse Reef October 6, 2011
Travel by inflatable excursion craft to incredible Half Moon Caye on Lighthouse Reef. Go snorkeling over beautiful reefs, or hiking to see beaches, jungle, and rainforest. Watch for the island’s 77 bird species.
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09 | Roatán, Honduras October 7, 2011
Discover tropical mangroves and Roatán’s semi-submerged shipwrecks. Watch dances performed by the Punta tribe. And walk among breathtaking butterflies and toucans at the Butterfly & Birds Park. | Day
10 | At Sea October 8, 2011
Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of life aboard ship as you sail toward Nicaragua. | Day
11 | Corn Islands, Nicaragua October 9, 2011
Visit a half-sunken Spanish galleon, a submerged steamboat, and dazzling tropical fish and coral reefs. Enjoy a delicious beach barbecue lunch, complete with reggae band. | Day
12 | Portobello, Panama October 10, 2011
Watch as the Kuna Indians reveal their customs through dances and chants. Shop for bargains in the local market. Visit an old Spanish fort and, tides permitting, visit mangrove forests of the Duarte River.
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13 | Panama Canal Transit, Panama October 11, 2011
Transit six giant locks and 50 miles through one of the most acclaimed engineering feats in the world. | Day
14 | Panama City, Panama October 12, 2011
Disembark or continue your journey with the next voyage. |
All meals are included aboard the ship. |
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