Sojourn to Easter Island - Guayaquil to Easter Island small ship cruise aboard the Spirit of Oceanus

z-Sojourn to Easter Island - Guayaquil to Easter Island

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2010 Rates

Superior	$3,895
Majestic	$4,095
Premium	$4,395
Classic	$4,795
Explorer	$5,495
Grand Titan	$6,395
Owners Suite	$9,295

Triple and Single rates available.

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2011 Rates

Superior	$3,945
Majestic	$4,145
Premium	$4,445
Classic	$4,845
Explorer	$5,545
Grand Titan	$6,445
Owners Suite	$9,345

2011 Itinerary subject to change

duration

10 days

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Quayaquil, Ecuador
Easter Island, Chile

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Small Ship

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For those who love a relaxing day at sea, sudden sightings of migrating whales and friendly dolphins, breathtaking sunsets on the open ocean, and unique opportunities to explore new friendships, this voyage is made to order with seven days at sea. Your journey ends on Easter Island, one of the most remote places in the world, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a fascinating study in the rise and fall of a Polynesian culture.

This cruise is one segment of the year long Voyage of the Great Explorers world cruise and is part of Chapter 4: Christopher Columbus — The New World. These five memorable world cruise voyages bring the New World into a new perspective. You’ll cruise the Atlantic coastline, relive American history, island hop in the Caribbean as Columbus did in the 15th century, then you’ll transit the Panama Canal. Your small ship makes it easy to get up-close and personal as you explore the tropical rainforests of Panama, Costa Rica and Ecuador.

Small Ship World Cruises aboard the Spirit of Oceanus

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Day 1 - Guayaquil, Ecuador
Arive in Guayaquil and check into your included hotel.

Day 2 - Guayaquil, Ecuador
Ecuador’s largest and most populous city, Guayaquil (why-ya-keel) lies at the western bank of the major Guayas River, flowing into the Pacific Ocean at the protected Gulf of Guayaquil. Historically and culturally diverse and fascinating in and of itself, the city serves as the launching place for tours to the magnificent Galápagos Islands. Morning at leisure. Prior to embarkation, enjoy a highlight tour of Guayaquil en route to the ship.

Days 3-9 - At Sea

Day 10 - Easter Island, Chile
Disembark or continue your journey with the next voyage. The isolated island of Rapa Nui (its Polynesian name) is at the southeastern-most point of the Pacific Polynesian triangle. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is most famous for its mysterious and massive 887 stone moai sculptures of volcanic stone from quarries, probably carved between the 10th and 16th centuries. Many still stand; most have toppled over the centuries.

Extend your trip

Easter Island Adventure 4-Night pre- or post-cruise, on Easter Island
Spend four nights on Easter Island, home of the Moai, huge stone monoliths which you’ll explore with your archeologist host. You’ll also get acquainted with the Rapanier, the island’s friendly inhabitants.

Mysteries of Machu Picchu 5-Night pre- or post-cruise, from Guayaquil
Extend your South American stay with a visit to Machu Picchu, one of the new Seven Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s a mystical place 2,000 feet above the Urubamba River.

Quito & Galápagos Discoveries 5-Night pre- or post-cruise, from Guayaquil
Enjoy two nights in Quito, then take an included flight to the Galápagos Islands. Once there, you’ll embark on a 3-night cruise and discover the ecological wonderland that Charles Darwin visited 200 years ago.

Small Ship World Cruises aboard the Spirit of Oceanus

Notes on Itinerary: We may occasionally alter itineraries slightly for safety, or to take advantage of weather, wildlife, and unplanned discoveries. Our ability to be spontaneous makes our style of cruising unique.

Single Travelers: Single and triple are available upon request where applicable. If you are traveling alone and wish to share accommodations, our Roommate Share Program guarantees double occupancy rates in Majestic, Premium and Classic category cabins.

Land Cost Includes: One night hotel accommodations is included. All taxes, port charges, fees and on board services. On board gratuities are neither required nor expected. Transportation and shore excursions as indicated on the itinerary and all meals aboard the ship or where indicated.

Not Included: Airfare from your home city or return; passport or visa fees; excess baggage charges; air departure taxes; items of a personal nature such as alcoholic beverages, and insurance of any kind. Fuel surcharges may apply.

Arrival/Departure: Embarkation and disembarkation locations depend on the chosen itinerary. Suggested times for inbound/outbound flights also depend on the itinerary and point of embarkation and disembarkation. Please contact us for further details.

Payment Policy: A deposit of 25% of cruise-tour fare for all Grant Titan and Owner's Suite cabins or 20% of cruise-tour fare for all other cabin categories per person is required to confirm a reservation. Final payment for all Voyages of the Great Explorers cruises my be received no later than 120 days prior to departure, or in full at time of reservation if less than 120 days advance payment period.

Cancellation Policy: Per person cancellation charges for all Grant Titan and Owners Suite cabins:

Anytime 180+ days prior to departure $1000pp*
179-120 days prior to departure full deposit (25%)
119-61 days prior to departure 50% of fare
60-31 days prior to departure 75% of fare
30-0 days prior to departure 100% of fare

Per person cancellation charges for all cabin categories:
Anytime 180+ days prior to departure $200pp*
179-120 days prior to departure full deposit (20%)
119-61 days prior to departure 50% of fare
60-31 days prior to departure 75% of fare
30-0 days prior to departure 100% of fare
*A future cruise credit will be made available, to be applied to future bookings.

Please see AdventureSmith Explorations Terms and Conditions.

We highly recommend our travelers
protect their investment with comprehensive Trip Cancellation and Insurance

Accommodations Aboard: Your comfortable home-base throughout the Voyage of the Great Explorers is aboard the Spirit of Oceanus. This all-suite vessel accommodates 114 guests. Each suites feature view windows, ample closet space, large marble vanity and sink, a lounge area, bathrobes, spa bath amenities, in-room safe, a chilled refreshment center, and satellite telephone access. Several suites also feature sliding glass doors and private teak balconies. The Oceanus has a dining room, two lounges, sun deck, sports deck, hot tub, library and game room. There is elevator access to all passenger decks. Open dining features continental and regional cuisine.

Qualifications: These trips will be enjoyed by anyone with a love for nature, culture, history and the outdoors.

Photo Credit: Cruise West

General Information: This trip is subject to AdventureSmith Explorations Terms and Conditions. Please read this information carefully and call us if you have any questions. A packing list, extensive pre-departure and travel insurance information is sent upon confirmation. We strongly recommend the purchase of Trip Insurance through AdventureSmith Explorations. If purchased within 14 days of sign-up, the pre-existing condition exclusion is waived.

We look forward to having you join us for the trip of a lifetime! Call today.

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