Expedition Cruises in Latin America & Asia

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Expedition Cruising is one of the best ways to discover remote regions, from the comfort of a moving yacht, with no packing or unpacking, and causing minimal or no disturbance to the natural environment.

Enjoy the experience of exploring on a traditional riverboat in the Amazon rainforest and the backwater of Kerela in India; a small yacht to get close to the friendly wildlife of the Galapagos Islands, an expedition ship in China, the Brahmaputra in India and through the fjords and glaciers of Patagonia's Tierra del Fuego and Cape Horn; reach the ultimate white continent in Antarctica and the amazing wildlife of the Falklands and South Georgia islands.

Choose from our selection below according to your interests, and browse through our suggested tours incorporating your cruise into the itinerary.

Amazon

Pristine rainforest with a dense tree canopy on a cruise in remote areas of the Amazon basin. Explore the forest trails and isolated communities with your Natur…

Antarctica

Take the ultimate trip of a lifetime to explore the frozen expanse of the great white beyond

Galapagos Islands

Follow in the footsteps of Darwin's voyage leading to his theory of evolution, while enjoying a cabin on a yacht in the Pacific Ocean.

South Ice Field, Chile

Follow the Kawaskar route from Puerto Natales through the fjords, bays and immense glaciers of the Southern Patagonian Ice Fields.

North Ice Field, Chile

Cruise through stunning fjords to lush mountains, sculptured icebergs, colourful fishing villages and the spectacular San Rafael Glacier.

Tierra del Fuego

Discover the icy channels, historic bays and penguin communities of the end of the world on an expedition cruise in Patagonia.

Indonesian Islands

Sail of a classic motor yacht with expert crew and guides and discovere remote islands with endemic birdlife, local villages and stunning coral reefs.

Yangtze River

Sail the scenic three gorges section of the Yangtze River on a luxury river ship and discover ancient villages, temples, monasteries and the incredible Three Go…

Brahmaputra River

Sail on the M/V Mahabaahu in the shadows of the Himalayas, in search of the one-horned rhino in Kaziranga National Park.

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Antarctica

Isolated and tempestuous, the "White Continent" is a paradise of nature, the ultimate destination for a voyage to explore the frozen wilderness.

Tucano Amazon Cruise

Venture deep into seldom visited areas of the Amazon on a true expedition cruise for adventurous travellers.

Enjoy an expedition cruise in the Amazon rainforest

Iquitos Amazon Cruises

Cruise the Amazon in a luxury river boat, getting closer to abundant wildlife and indigenous communities.

Amazon Rainforest in Ecuador

Trips here are offer a combination of wildlife spotting, endless beautiful scenery and cultural discoveries.

Galapagos Islands

This stunning archipelago, Darwin's living laboratory of evolution, provides unique opportunities for viewing wildlife at close range.

Cape Horn at dawn on a rare calm, sunny day with M/V Australis waiting

Tierra del Fuego & Cape Horn Cruises

Tierra del Fuego embraces the romantic wilderness of Patagonia, a land of glaciers, immense granite massifs, and the barren, windswept southern tip where the P…

Skorpios II is small enough to get close to a glacier

Northern Ice Field Skorpios II Cruise

Cruise through stunning fjords to lush mountains, sculptured icebergs, colourful fishing villages to the spectacular San Rafael Glacier.

Yangtze River Cruises

Pass through the jaw-dropping scenery on a luxury Three Gorges cruise, gaining insights into history and life along the Yangtze river.

River Cruises in India

Cruise the Ganges, Brahmaputra or the Backwaters of Kerala on a luxury river cruise ship.

Kerala & the Backwaters

A wonderful blend of cultures, beaches, backwater cruises, tea plantations and national parks to enjoy.

Cruises in Indonesia

Join a Seatrek cruise and discover remote and beautiful islands in the Indonesian archipelago.

Choose your perfect holiday Expedition Cruises

Find inspiration from our selection of itinerary suggestions, a great starting point for your next trip

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Explorer Tour

brazil, argentina, chile, antarctica

33 Nights from £27,136

An epic, once-in-a-lifetime journey from Rio to Iguassu, Buenos Aires and Andean mountain landscapes to Patagonia and Cape Horn, A wonderful prelude to the breathtaking Antarctica wildernesses of towering glaciers, wildlife and incredible icescapes

Route:

Rio de Janeiro - Iguassu - Buenos Aires - Bariloche - Crossing Andean Mountain & Lakes - Torres del Paine - Tierra del Fuego & Cape Horn Cruise - Ushuaia - Antarctica Cruise

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Yangtze Tour

china

15 Nights from £4,763

Cruise the Yangtze River through the Three Gorges landscape, experience China's ancient wonders, observe giant pandas in Chengdu, expereince spectacular Zhangjiajie National Forest Park and uncover the real Shanghai.

Route:

Beijing & Great Wall - Xi'an & Terracotta Army - Chengdu - Yangtze Cruise - Zhangjiajie National Forest Park - Shanghai

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Spice

india

14 Nights from £6,982

Explore ancient Hampi, the palaces in Mysore, colonial Kochi and enjoy a blissful week's cruise aboard the superb Vaikundam exploring the villages, wildlife and scenery of Kerala's magical backwaters.

Route:

Bangalore - Hampi - Mysore - Kochi - Backwaters of Kerala cruise for 7 nights - Kochi

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Zuleta Tour

ecuador-galapagos, costa-rica

26 Nights from £9,961

Explore the best National Parks and birdwatching regions of Costa Rica then fly to Ecuador to enjoy a 7-night cruise discovering the unique flora, fauna and friendly wildlife of the Galapagos Islands

Route:

San Jose - Tortuguero - Bajos del Toro - Arenal - Osa Peninsula - Manuel Antonio - Quito - Galapagos Islands

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Aria Amazon Cruise and Machu Picchu Tour

peru

14 Nights from £9,717

From the comfort of a river boat, we explore the pristine rainforest of the Amazon, combined with Ancient Civilisations of the Andes.

Route:

Lima - Amazon Cruise - Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu - Cusco - Lima

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Pacaya Deluxe Cruise Tour

peru

14 Nights from £6,649

From the comfort of the luxury Delfin III Amazon riverboat discover the pristine rainforest of the Amazon, combined with an exploration of the ancient civilisations of the Andes.

Route:

Lima - Amazon Cruise - Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu - Cusco - Lima

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The Galapagos Legend, one of the most popular ships in the Galapagos

Darwin Legends Tour

ecuador-galapagos

9 Nights from £6,367

Explore colonial Quito for 2 nights and discover the Galapagos Islands on a 7-night cruise of a lifetime. Veloso Tours provides expert advice on the best ship and itinerary to perfectly meet your requirements.

Route:

Quito - Galapagos Cruise

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Creme de la Creme

peru

22 Nights from £16,609

Flying Business Class and staying in Luxury Hotels & Lodges from Lima to Lake Titicaca, train across the Andes to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu including a luxury Tent Camp in the Colca Canyon and culminating with a superb luxury Amazon River Cruise

Route:

Lima - Arequipa - Colca Canyon - Lake Titicaca - Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu - Cusco - Aria Amazon Cruise

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Tucano Amazon Voyage Tour

brazil

8 Nights from £4,457

Explore areas of rainforest rarely visited and seek out life in the wilderness on a comfortable expedition cruise

Route:

Manaus - Amazon Cruise (Rio Negro - Anavilhanes Achipelago) - Manaus

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Andean Odyssey Tour

peru, ecuador-galapagos

52 Nights from £21,228

A journey of a lifetime from Ecuador, Galapagos and Rainforest, following the Andes to Peru, Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca to La Paz in Bolivia, Atacama & Torres del Paine in Chile, 4-night Patagonia cruise to Argentina and Buenos Aires.

Route:

Quito - Amazon Lodge - Cuenca - Guayaquil - Galapagos - Lima - Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu -Cusco - Andean Train - Lake Titicaca - La Paz - Santiago - Atacama Desert - Torres del Paine - Cape Horn Cruise - Buenos Aires

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Peninsula Luxury Tour

brazil, argentina, antarctica

23 Nights from £20,786

Explore Rio de Janeiro, the Iguassu Waterfalls, Buenos Aires stay in top luxury hotels and cruise to Antarctica aboard the ground-breaking Silvia Earle expedition cruise ship.

Route:

Rio de Janeiro - Iguassu Falls - Buenos Aires - Ushuaia - Ultimate Antarctic Cruise in Style - Buenos Aires

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Varzea Tour

brazil

13 Nights from £4,801

Experience Brazil's most vibrant cities, admire the stunning Iguassu Falls and venture deep into the pristine Amazon Rainforest on a four night expedition cruise

Route:

Rio de Janeiro - Iguassu Falls - Amazon Expedition Cruise - Salvador

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LANDMARK TOURS - Multi-Country Itineraries

INDONESIA - Rich Culture, Wellness, Lodges, Nature, Wildlife

PERU - Stunning Mountain, Ancient Culture, Wildlife & Luxury

PATAGONIA - Chile & Argentina Best from October to April

COSTA RICA - Rainforest Habitats, Wildlife & Unique Lodges

INDIA combined with MALDIVES - Amazing Island Resort

HONEYMOONS & CELEBRATIONS - "en Tete-a-Tete"

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Expedition Cruises Holidays & Tailor-made Tours

Amazon

Antarctica

Galapagos Islands

South Ice Field, Chile

North Ice Field, Chile

Tierra del Fuego

Indonesian Islands

Yangtze River

Brahmaputra River

Our Top Picks Expert Suggestions & Handpicked Recommendations

Antarctica

Tucano Amazon Cruise

Iquitos Amazon Cruises

Amazon Rainforest in Ecuador

Galapagos Islands

Tierra del Fuego & Cape Horn Cruises

Northern Ice Field Skorpios II Cruise

Yangtze River Cruises

River Cruises in India

Kerala & the Backwaters

Cruises in Indonesia

Choose your perfect holiday Expedition Cruises

Explorer Tour

Yangtze Tour

Spice

Zuleta Tour

Aria Amazon Cruise and Machu Picchu Tour

Pacaya Deluxe Cruise Tour

Darwin Legends Tour

Creme de la Creme

Tucano Amazon Voyage Tour

Andean Odyssey Tour

Peninsula Luxury Tour

Varzea Tour

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