Peregrine Adventures - Adventure Cruising Brochure 2019

ADVENTURE

CRUISING

2018-19 Croatia • Greece • Turkey • Iceland • Spain • Portugal Morocco • Senegal • The Gambia • Seychelles Vietnam • Thailand • Malaysia • Indonesia The Galapagos • Cape Verde • Costa Rica • Panama

M/Y Peregrine Dalmatia, Hvar Island, Croatia

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AHOY THERE

EXPLORERS My whole life, the sea has been my home away from home. I have never imagined a holiday without thinking of the blue waters of the Mediterranean or turquoise colours of the Seychelles.

Peregrine Adventure Cruising is a premium travel experience for open-minded, curious explorers seeking adventure at sea. This isn’t your typical cruise. We travel with under 50 passengers, not 5000. There are no onboard casinos or pools; we prefer to spend our time exploring port towns and swimming off the side of the ship.

While we visit some well-known landmarks, we also veer off the beaten waves to secluded ports, islands and beaches.

Adventure doesn’t have to mean discomfort. Aboard our wide selection of sea-going vessels, passengers are treated to excellent service from an attentive crew, and fresh, locally inspired food and wine. We want you to experience a destination through your eyes, ears and tastebuds. It’s Adventure Cruising at its finest!

Last – but certainly not least – we remain faithful to our promise of sustainability by carbon offsetting our trips through renewable energy projects.

This is your porthole to the world.

Imagine the possibilities.

Carpe mare.

Filippos Venetopoulos General Manager, Marine

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THE SMALL‑SHIP

EXPERIENCE The most memorable travel experiences often occur in the smaller places, the hidden spots and local haunts. With Adventure Cruising, it’s possible to combine these intimate moments with the freedom of ocean travel and the comfort of returning to a well-appointed room each night. Our staff treat you as an individual, not just another sunburnt tourist, and will help you explore everywhere from historic ports, secluded swimming spots and tiny eateries that lie beyond the reach of mega cruisers.

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IT’S ALL ABOUT THE DESTINATION With Adventure Cruising, destination is king. Unlike conventional big ship cruising, which is concerned with life on the boat, Adventure Cruising is all about access: stopping at tiny islands the behemoth cruisers can’t reach, exploring markets and tasting fresh fish, and wandering historic places with a knowledgeable local guide.

SAIL UNCHARTED WATERS Step off the boat and into the centre of town. And if some idyllic, sun-soaked cove appears off the starboard bow, we can spontaneously stop for a swim.

A GREENER WAY TO CRUISE Small ships generate far less waste than a traditional cruise: they’re gentle on local communities and much better for the environment.

ACTIVITIES ON BOARD Forget casinos, bowling alleys or nightclubs; we have direct access to the sea, sun decks, cocktails and fishing equipment.

LOCAL FLAVOURS We believe in travelling on our stomachs, and each onboard menu is tailored to reflect your destination. Onshore, our staff know the best spots for a local meal.

A PERSONAL TOUCH Travel with just 30-50 passengers, not 3000, and get a more personal level of service. You’re known by name, not just by cabin number.

HOME SWEET HOME With air conditioning if you need to cool down, turndown twice a day and a fully equipped laundry service, you’re essentially staying in a 4-star hotel.

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THE PERFECT HOLIDAY

BY LAND AND SEA Can’t decide whether you’d rather the spontaneity and freedom of our cruises, or the feature stays and immersion that are the hallmark of our original small group tours? Combining a Peregrine Adventure Cruise with a traditional small group tour can create a custom and once-in-a-lifetime adventure. You deserve it all – from the deluxe, furnished tents that rest on stilts in Khao Sok National Park to a barbecue while floating on the shore of Zadar in Croatia.

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TRY COMBINING THESE TRIPS

EUROPE

+ 8 days Croatia Coastal Cruising

10 days Secrets of Italy

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Enter trip code PEIT on our website

ASIA

+ 6 days Cambodia Discovery

8 days North Vietnam Coastal Cruising

Enter trip code PACC on our website

See page 28

CUSTOM

+ 8 days Cruising the Seychelles Islands

12 days East Africa Discovery

See page 24

Enter trip code PFED on our website

OR

Take a walking tour in Europe and then reward yourself with a relaxing coastal cruise.

Visit temples & tombs in the Middle East and finish with a cruise.

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WELCOME TO PEREGRINE

ADVENTURE CRUISING Cruise the glittering waters of Croatia, spot crocodiles along the banks of The Gambia and glide between ancient mountains in the Westfjords with Peregrine’s premium Adventure Cruising. Along with a small group of travellers, join your Peregrine local leader, captain and experienced crew. While you’ll enjoy the same level of inclusions as a regular Peregrine tour – like winery tours and guided walks – you’ll also have time to relax and do things at your own pace. Think of it as a classic Peregrine journey – but at sea!

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LOCAL-LED ONSHORE EXCURSIONS On Peregrine’s charter cruises, we often dock overnight so you can enjoy the nightlife and flavour of each port, with the freedom to return to the boat at your leisure. Or we may sail overnight so you can spend more time exploring our next port of call. It’s all about making the most of your journey.

Included in the trip price are land excursions with our expert local leaders. These allow you to gain a deeper insight into the places we visit. They’ll take you to the big sites, like the ruins at Delos or Plitvice Lakes National Park, but also to meet local artisans and to secret spots that are rich in history. Local knowledge is a blessing when it comes to things like food. Not only might you enjoy a beach barbecue, picnic, onboard feast or cooking demonstration, you’ll also get advice on where to find the best local cuisine at each stop.

Travelling in small groups means you’ll get more attentive service and insider tips from your leader.

With Peregrine Adventure Cruising you’re an individual, not just a cabin number.

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ICELAND Reykjavik

CROATIA Split Dubrovnik

SPAIN Lisbon Algarve PORTUGAL

EXPLORE

Seville Malaga Tangier

GREECE Athens Mykonos Santorini

TURKEY Ephesus Samos

MOROCCO

OUR

NEW WORLD Peregrine Adventure Cruising continues to expand, with brand new destinations to explore.

For the first time this year sail the wildlife-rich coasts of The Gambia, visit the ancient city of Ephesus in Turkey, plus many more. Many established cruises have been finessed and expanded to enhance your experiences, from the glittering Adriatic sea and terracotta rooftops of the Croatian coast to the mountain-enclosed inlets of Iceland’s stunning Westfjords.

SENEGAL

Saloun Delta Tendaba Kuntaur

THE GAMBIA

Croatia’s Northern Coast

Greece and Turkey

The Sultry South

The pristine blue waters of the Adriatic sea await. From the canals of Venice to the cobblestone streets of Split.

Explore the cliff-forged Monastery of Hozoviotissa and swim off the coast of an island inhabited only by goats.

Sail from the dreamy coasts of Southern Spain to the white- and blue-washed medinas of Morocco.

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I had an absolutely amazing time on the M/Y Peregrine Dalmatia and I cannot recommend it highly enough. I am now sold on Adventure Cruising and I can’t wait to repeat the experience on one of Peregrine’s other cruises.

- Joanna, Croatia Coastal Cruising

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Hanoi Halong Bay VIETNAM THAILAND Similan Islands Ao Nang Phuket

Da Nang Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park

Ho Chi Minh City South China Sea Langkawi

Penang MALAYSIA

INDONESIA

Java Sea Satonda Island Komodo National Park Rinca Island

SEYCHELLES

La Digue Silhouette Island

St Anne Island Indian Ocean

Iceland’s Islands and Inlets

West Africa

Seychelles Islands

Spend a little time in Iceland and it’s easy to see what inspired the grandiosity of Norse mythology.

Cruise up the Gambia river, where both the water and trees along the bank are teeming with wildlife.

Imagine paradise and you’ll probably envision a place that looks a lot like the Seychelles.

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One of the reasons I chose this particular cruise was the daily excursions. They were really varied and allowed us to have lots of different experiences rather than just a typical walk‑through tour of each town. I particularly loved the smaller towns Stari Grad and Opuzen – fabulous ‘local’ experiences.

- Lauren

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Croatia Coastal Cruising DUBROVNIK TO SPLIT

8 days An idyllic island escape in the middle of Europe, Croatia is a winning mix of photogenic coast and oldworld splendour. Cast off from Dubrovnik along the Dalmatian Coast, sip wine in Korcula, cruise the River Neretva to Bosnia and Herzegovina, navigate the sparkling blue Adriatic to the Renaissance facades of Hvar, and end in Croatia’s heart and soul, Split.

Day 1 Dubrovnik Board the ship and meet your crew and fellow travellers. After a welcome drink and introductory meeting, enjoy your first overnight in port.

Day 2 Korcula After breakfast set sail for Korcula. Enjoy lunch on board and, if time permits, a quick swim stop en route. You’ll arrive in the early afternoon and explore the town on a guided orientation tour.

Day 3 Trpanj & Opuzen Stop for a swim in beautiful clear turquoise waters near the small island of Badija, then

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continue to Trpanj. Transfer to Matusko Winery for a tour and tasting, then reboard to sail up the Neretva River to Opuzen and enjoy a deck barbecue on the Peregrine Dalmatia.

Day 4 Opuzen & Mostar An early starts takes you to Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina by minibus. Here you visit a workshop specialising in traditional coffee sets and copper wall carvings. Enjoy free time to explore the town and lunch at your leisure.

Return to Opuzen in the afternoon to board wooden boats and sail up the River Neretva, enjoying local snacks along the way. End at beautiful local restaurant overlooking the water for Peka lamb and other local dishes.

Return to Opuzen by boat and maybe enjoy a beer or two in the town square.

Day 5 Hvar Sail into Jelsa on the island of Hvar and take a private transfer to a local farm for a honey tasting and a walk through the nearby lavender fields, then drive to Hvar town.

Explore on a walk with your leader before continuing on to Stari Grad for the evening.

Day 6 Split Spend the morning at sea, arriving in Split early afternoon. Your leader will take you on a guided walk, after which the afternoon is free for some leisure time.

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A waterfall wonderland Enjoy an included excursion to Krka National Park, where you’ll get a chance to swim in secluded pools and beneath waterfalls.

Magnificent Mostar This itinerary includes a special detour to gorgeous Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It’s not a stop featured on many Croatian coastal tours. You’ll see the town’s iconic bridge and have a chance to chat with local craftsmen and metalworkers.

Dubrovnik, Croatia

SHIP

Krka National Park

Split

BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA

CROATIA

Mostar

Trpanj

Blagaj

Hvar

Day 7 Split & Krka National Park Transfer to Krka National Park and explore by small boat. Visit some of the gorgeous waterfalls for which this park is renowned, stopping for a refreshing swim or two along the way. Return by bus to Split and farewell your shipmates over a captain’s dinner on board.

Day 8 Split Your trip comes to an end after breakfast this morning.

Opuzen

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Korcula

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• All excursions and sightseeing as per the daily itinerary

DEPARTURE DATES

• Services of 1 to 2 Peregrine local tour leaders (depending on passenger number) • Local guides where appropriate

This trip also runs in reverse. Enter PESD on our website for more information.

• All transport

LAND AND SEA

• All tips (excluding optional tipping for the tour leaders)

Dubrovnik

TRIP CODE: PEDS

• Half Board meal plan (breakfast plus one other meal daily while on board)

REVERSE TRIP

Get an extended taste of the Adriatic coast by starting this adventure in Venice and travelling through Slovenia to Croatia.

Enter PESL on our website.

Adriatic Sea

Selected Saturdays from April to October Enter trip code PEDS on our website peregrineadventures.com for a full list of 2019 departure dates.

• Airport arrival transfer

• Wine and fruit basket on embarkation day • Use of kayaks, snorkels, stand-up paddleboards and fishing equipment

PRICE See inside front cover Solo travellers can be matched with another traveller in any twin cabin category.

Your own cabin is possible with a single supplement.

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Cruising Croatia’s Central Coast SPLIT TO SPLIT

8 days Encounter the small villages, winding streams and Dalmatian elegance that make this strip of coast such a winner: stunning architecture in Trogir; Kornati and Plitvice Lakes national parks; cutting edge modern art in Zadar; and regional delicacies in Sibenik.

Day 1 Split Board the ship and meet your fellow travellers for a welcome meeting and drink while the views of Split’s terracotta roofs against vibrant blue sea slowly fade into the distance. Enjoy dinner on board in the evening.

Day 2 Trogir Set sail early to historic Trogir. An orientation walk acquaints you with this beautiful town.

Visit the Cathedral of St Lawrence, one of Croatia’s finest architectural pieces, and the 15th-century Kamerlengo fortress. Sail to Primosten after lunch and enjoy an evening as open as the waters around you. Perhaps disembark for a dinner of local seafood pasta in this tiny town.

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Day 3 Kornati National Park – Telascica Cruise to Kornati National Park and explore some of its beautiful bays, stopping for a swim to cool off. Optional kayaking is a great choice for active types today. Otherwise, sit back, relax and enjoy the splendour of the park from the deck.

Day 4 Zadar En route to Zadar, stop at a deserted cove for a swim and beach barbecue. Once arrived, visit the 9th century St Donatus Church, one of the only buildings from this period to survive the Mongol invasion. Then, listen to the lilting chimes of the Sea Organ, a feat of engineering that generates music via sea waves. Enjoy a glass of sparkling wine at nearby Monument to the Sun, a 22-metre

circle of solar panels that produces a stunning light show after dark.

Day 5 Plitvice Lakes National Park Transfer by coach to Plitvice Lakes National Park for a leisurely hike. While you can’t swim in these lakes, the experience of nature is a profound one, with waterfalls and butterflies piercing the ambience of the lush green forest, providing many a photo opportunity. In the afternoon, return to Zadar, where you can do as you please. Maybe relax on deck with a book after an active day.

Day 6 Sibenik Cruise to Sibenik and enjoy a traditional Dalmatian lunch in an agriturismo renowned for its its delicious smoked ham, known to locals as prsut. Later, visit a one of Croatia’s

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Sibenik, Croatia

Spend a day in Kornati Visit the stunning Kornati National Park, the biggest and most incredible collection of islands in the entire Adriatic Sea, once described by playwright George Bernard Shaw as God’s special creation of ‘tears, stars and breath’.

Telascica, Kornati National Park, Croatia

Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia

SHIP Plitvice Lakes National Park Adriatic Sea

Day 8 Split The trip comes to an end after breakfast.

LAND AND SEA Consider starting this watery adventure in the world’s most famous aquatic city, Venice, by combining with our Slovenia & Croatia Adventure. Enter PESL on our website.

CROATIA

Kornati National Park

finest wineries to taste some world-class varieties. Return to Sibenik for the evening.

Day 7 Split After breakfast you’ll stop at the clear waters of Ciovo Island for a swim (if weather and time permit) before sailing back to Split.

Croatia’s second largest city, Split is abuzz with the Dalmatian lifestyle. Take a guided walking tour on arrival. Located in the heart of this Mediterranean paradise is Diocletian’s Palace. Erected in the 4th-century, this whitewalled fortress is a city within a city. Sit down to a captain’s dinner on board the Peregrine Dalmatia at night, and toast to a fantastic journey and new friends.

Zadar

Sibenik Trogir

M/Y Peregrine Dalmatia INCLUSIONS

Primosten

TRIP CODE: PENC

• Half Board meal plan (breakfast plus one other meal daily while on board)

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• All excursions and sightseeing as per the daily itinerary

DEPARTURE DATES

• Services of 1 to 2 Peregrine local tour leaders (depending on passenger number) • Local guides where appropriate • All transport

Split

Selected Saturdays from April to October Enter trip code PENC on our website peregrineadventures.com for a full list of 2019 departure dates.

• Airport arrival transfer • All tips (excluding optional tipping for the tour leaders) • Wine and fruit basket on embarkation day • Use of kayaks, snorkels, stand-up paddleboards and fishing equipment

PRICE See inside front cover Solo travellers can be matched with another traveller in any twin cabin category.

Your own cabin is possible with a single supplement.

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Cruising Croatia’s Northern Coast & Islands VENICE TO SPLIT

8 days From the ancient buildings of the island city of Rab to the cobblestone streets of Split and everything in between, Peregrine’s newest adventure cruise uncovers the shining gems of Dalmatia’s northern coast.

Explore the famed Old Towns of Krk and Zadar and cool off in the clear waters of the Adriatic. Discover the incredible Kornati National Park by land or sea and be enveloped in the culture and history of Croatia.

Day 1 Venice Meet at Marco Polo airport and transfer to Opatija. This transfer will take approximately three hours, after which you’ll board your ship for a safety briefing and welcome dinner.

Get to know your shipmates and crew and overnight in Opatija.

Day 2 Krk Depart for Krk in the morning with a swim en route. The equal-largest island in the Adriatic, Krk is a popular destination with a historic Old Town, beaches, restaurants and bars. Take a guided tour on arrival, then transfer to a local farm for prsut and wine tasting and dinner.

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Day 3 Rab Cruise to Rab, known as the Happy Island.

With ancient walls, churches and squares, it’s the ideal place to explore on foot. Join a leader-led hike around the island or take some time to discover it yourself.

in the craggy bay of Telascica, where local rangers will take you on a hike around the limestone cliffs. Or maybe you’d prefer to explore the inlets by sea kayak? Later, enjoy a barbecue dinner on the ship’s deck.

Day 4 Zadar Cruise and swim the day away before docking in Zadar in the late afternoon for a guided walk around Old Town. Finish at the famous Sea Organ and take a sunset shot of Maraska, the local cherry liquer.

Stretch those sea legs on a walking tour of Old Town and see the impressive Cathedral of St James, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The afternoon and evening are yours to enjoy, so seek out some local seafood and settle in for the night.

Day 5 Kornati National Park – Telascica Depart in the morning to make the most of the stunning Kornati National Park. Anchor

Day 7 Split Today the ship will dock in Split, Croatia’s second-largest city, renowned for its modern

Day 6 Sibenik

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Krk Croatian Cuisine Work up an appetite exploring the Old Town of Krk, then get a taste of the local cuisine by sampling prsut at a local farm and feasting on lamb for dinner.

The Happy Island Discover for yourself why the enchanting island of Rab, first declared a city in 10 BC by the Roman Emperor Augustus and recently named a UNESCO Geopark, has such a positive nickname.

Rab, Croatia

Krk, Croatia

SLOVENIA

SHIP

ITALY

Venice

lifestyle and ancient buildings. Diocletian’s Palace, the sprawling complex at Split’s centre, was built in the 4th century and now houses bars, shops and restaurants. Take a guided walk around town or explore on your own before joining your shipmates on deck for a Captain’s dinner and farewell.

Day 8 Split Your trip officially ends after breakfast. Say farewell to your friends and crew and make your way into Split, back home or continue your adventures.

Zadar

CROATIA

Kornati National Park

Sibenik Split

M/Y Peregrine Dalmatia INCLUSIONS

TRIP CODE: PEZS

• Half Board meal plan (breakfast plus one other meal daily while on board)

PHYSICAL RATING l

• All excursions and sightseeing as per the daily itinerary

DEPARTURE DATES

• Services of 1 to 2 Peregrine local tour leaders (depending on passenger number) • Local guides where appropriate • All transport

This trip also runs in reverse. Enter PESZ on our website for more information.

• Airport arrival transfer

Make this an extended Italian odessey by combining with our Italian Lakes Discovery.

Enter PELD on our website.

Krk Rab

Adria tic Se a

REVERSE TRIP

LAND AND SEA

Opatija

• All tips (excluding optional tipping for the tour leaders) • Wine and fruit basket on embarkation day • Use of kayaks, snorkels, stand-up paddleboards and fishing equipment

Selected Saturdays from April to October Enter trip code PEZS on our website peregrineadventures.com for a full list of 2019 departure dates.

PRICE See inside front cover Solo travellers can be matched with another traveller in any twin cabin category.

Your own cabin is possible with a single supplement.

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Cruising the Islands of Greece and Turkey ATHENS TO ATHENS

8 days Delve into the myth and magic of Greece and Turkey. Stylish Mykonos is one thing, but the hill villages, foodie hotspots and hidden walking trails offer a different view of these legendary destinations. Explore the ancient cities of Akrotiri and Ephesus, go for a swim at secluded beaches in Poliegos and Ios, and get lost in Santorini’s charming whitewashed villages.

Day 1 Athens Welcome to Athens, Greece’s historic capital city. Attend a welcome and safety briefing, then climb aboard the Galileo and sail to Sounion for a memorable sunset dinner beneath the Temple of Poseidon.

Sail overnight to Poliegos.

Day 2 Poliegos & Folegandros Known for its untouched beaches, gorgeous rock formations and sea caves, enjoy a swim and beach barbecue in Poliegos. Set sail for Folegandros and spend the evening in the picturesque town of Hora, one of the oldest

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traditional towns in the Cyclades, where you will enjoy an included dinner at a local tavern.

Day 3 Ios & Santorini Stop for a swim at Manganari Beach before continuing to Santorini. Tour the Akrotiri archaeological site and see its intriguing Minoan frescoes and artifacts. After an orientation walk in Oia, enjoy nibbles and a drink during a sunset over the caldera.

Day 4 Amorgos Discover the striking Monastery of Hozoviotissa. Built into the face of a cliff, the 11th-century monastery offers a

beautiful view of the deep blue Aegean.

Enjoy a barbecue at Aegialis Beach, then sail overnight to Samos.

Day 5 Kusadasi & Ephesus Tour the impressive ruins of Ephesus and learn about its varied history with a local guide. After lunch, indulge in some shopping and learn a thing or two about Turkish carpets. Spend a relaxing evening at port in Samos, perhaps with a drink in hand.

Day 6 Mykonos & Delos Embark on a morning tour to ancient Delos, one of the most important archaeological

Once an important ancient city, travel to Turkey to explore the impressive ruins of Ephesus and learn about its varied history.

Sunset-gaze in Santorini The most picturesque town in Santorini, Oia dazzles with its brilliant whitewashed houses and blue-domed churches. The views only become more magical when the sun sets oer the caldera.

Oia, Santorini, Greece

Hozoviotissa Monastery, Armogos, Greece

SHIP GREECE Athens

Aegean Sea

TURKEY Samos

Sounion

Mykonos

Ephesus Kusadasi

Delos

sites in Greece. Explore the remarkable ruins of pillars, statues and more with local experts, then enjoy free time in Mykonos.

Day 7 Mykonos Today is a free day to acquaint yourself with the glitz and glamour of Mykonos. Perhaps explore its charming Old Town, a delightful maze of whitewashed houses and cobbled streets. Or you may opt to soak up the sun on one of the main beaches. Return to the ship for a captain’s dinner, then sail overnight to Athens.

Day 8 Athens Your journey comes to an end in Athens.

Say farwell to your fellow travellers and disembark after breakfast.

Paros

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• All excursions and sightseeing as per the daily itinerary

DEPARTURE DATES

• Local guides where appropriate • All transport

Sea of Crete

TRIP CODE: PEGT

• Half Board meal plan (breakfast plus one other meal daily while on board)

• Services of 1 to 2 Peregrine local tour leaders (depending on passenger number)

Amorgos

Poliegos Folegandros Santorini

Selected Saturdays from April to October Enter trip code PEGT on our website peregrineadventures.com for a full list of 2019 departure dates.

• Airport arrival transfer • All tips (excluding optional tipping for the tour leaders) • Wine and fruit basket on embarkation day • Use of kayaks, snorkels, stand-up paddleboards and fishing equipment

PRICE See inside front cover Solo travellers can be matched with another traveller in any twin cabin category.

Your own cabin is possible with a single supplement.

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Ancient Ephesus

Cruising Spain, Portugal and Morocco MALAGA TO LISBON

8 days Portugal and Spain’s less-travelled southern reaches are full of surprises, and this trip takes the adventure even further – to Morocco. With the flexibility to choose between cultural activities and sun-soaked leisure, this is a great choice for those wanting to experience the Iberian lifestyle and a dash of Morocco.

Day 1 Malaga Meet your shipmates in Malaga. Enjoy a dinner with your fellow travellers and set sail for Puerto Banus overnight.

Day 2 Puerto Banus Drive to Ronda in the morning for a guided walking tour of Old and New Town. Set high above the deep El Tajo gorge, Ronda is a spectacular town and was frequently visited

by Ernest Hemingway and Orson Welles, both of whom fell in love with the place.

Visit a bodega just out of town for lunch and wine tasting before returning to the boat and sailing to Tangier overnight.

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Day 3 Tangier Wander through the medina with a local guide, sip mint tea in a cafe in Hafa, and perhaps enjoy lunch with the group to try delicious local fare. Explore the caves of Hercules and then spend the night at port.

Day 4 Chefchaouen Depart early and drive to Chefchaouen, the famous blue-washed city sitting below the Rif Mountains. The blue buildings provide a dramatic juxtaposition to the surrounding countryside and you’ll enjoy a guided walking tour of the city. Return to the boat in Tangier.

Cruise overnight to Seville.

Day 5 Seville Spend the day in Seville, the capital of Andalusia, enjoying a walking tour with a local guide. Take some free time to explore the city and its awe-inspiring architecture, and visit Columbus’ tomb at Seville’s immense cathedral. Fit in some flamenco before beginning the journey to Huelva overnight.

Day 6 Huelva Cool off with a swim in the morning at a beach en route to Huelva. After lunch, disembark to visit Santa Clara Monastery in Moguer and Christopher Columbus’ historic boats in El Rabida. Spend a free evening in Huelva before sailing overnight to Portimao.

Peregrine Adventure Cruising • Europe Lagos, Portugal Ronda, Spain

50 Shades of Blue Chefchaouen’s picturesque bluewashed buildings have captured the hearts and imaginations of many travellers. Gorge on juicy pomegranates, navigate the winding laneways and shop for local handicrafts in the old medina.

Chefchaouen, Morocco

Into the abyss Famous for its dramatic mountaintop setting, Ronda has seen bandits, civil war and more.

Stand on the Puente Nuevo and stare into the deep El Tajo gorge.

SHIP Lisbon

PORTUGAL SPAIN

Silves Barcelona

Day 7 Silves - Portimao Travel inland to Silves, a town largely destroyed by a 17th century earthquake. Tour a Moorish castle complex and 13th century cathedral built by Alfonso X os Castile on the site of a mosque. Take a walking tour of Lagos’ walled Old Town before returning to Portimao to spend the night at port.

Day 8 Lisbon Disembark after breakfast and take a bus into the hills of Lisbon. Your Adventure Cruise ends on arrival at a central hotel.

ALTERNATE TRIP A similar trip also runs from Lisbon to Malaga. See PELM on our website for more information.

Huelva

Seville

Portimao

Ronda

Tangier

M/Y Harmony V

Valencia

INCLUSIONS • Half Board meal plan (breakfast plus one other meal daily while on board) • All excursions and sightseeing as per the daily itinerary • Services of 1 to 2 Peregrine local tour leaders (depending on passenger number) • Local guides where appropriate • All transport • Airport arrival transfer • All tips (excluding optional tipping for the tour leaders) • Wine and fruit basket on embarkation day • Use of kayaks, snorkels, stand-up paddleboards and fishing equipment

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Malaga Puerto Banus

Chefchaouen

Alboran Sea

MOROCCO

TRIP CODE: PELT PHYSICAL RATING l DEPARTURE DATES Selected dates in May, July and August Enter trip code PELT on our website peregrineadventures.com for a full list of 2019 departure dates.

PRICE See inside front cover Solo travellers can be matched with another traveller in any twin cabin category.

Your own cabin is possible with a single supplement.

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Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall, Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Iceland

Cruising Iceland: Westman Islands to Westfjords REYKJAVIK TO REYKJAVIK

8 days Discover the dramatic peaks and valleys of Iceland, from jagged cliffs and glacier-tipped volcanoes to sweeping tundras and viking haunts. Wonder at thundering waterfalls of Reykholt, climb the dizzyingly steep Latrabjarg cliffs and encounter the ‘Pompeii of the North’ on the rugged Westman Islands.

Day 1 Reykjavik Savour the view of modern skyscrapers against immense mountains as you set off from the capital at 4pm. Enjoy a welcome dinner and perhaps nightcap of Brennivin (a savoury schnapps) before bed and travel to your first destination overnight.

Day 2 Westman Islands Say good-morning to rocky cliffs and alight for a tour of these rugged islands. Visit the Eldheimar Museum, which details the devastating volcano eruption of 1973 that left huge swaths of town buried beneath layers of lava and ash. Later, watch the locals scale treacherous cliff faces while rope swinging,

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a traditional method of gathering bird eggs reivented as an exciting sport. Maybe try a ‘pylsa’ (Icelandic hot dog) and explore before boarding the ship for an overnight journey.

Day 3 Akranes From port it’s a short journey to Reykholt, a town alive with geothermal activity and once home to eminent medieval scholar Snorri Sturluson. Learn about this Icelandic icon and more at the Reykholt Museum. Then, visit the thundering waterfalls Hraunfossar and Barnafoss, and see why Sturluson imagined Iceland’s cascades as the watering holes of the gods. Make sure to pack a swimsuit for a

dip in the Krauma thermal pools. Return to Akranes and spend the evening at sea.

Day 4 Patreksfjordur Arrive early in this small town and then travel to the expansive, lurid sands of Raudasandur Beach. Climb the Latrabjarg cliffs and perhaps spot tame puffins amoung the rocks. Return to port and feel free to grab a kayak from the ship and paddle around the bay as the ship will be docked here overnight.

Day 5 Patreksfjorour Take a trip to nearby Pingeyri, a small town rich in Viking history that lays nestled beneath the tallest of the Westfjord Alps. Then return to the ship for an overnight journey.

Peregrine Adventure Cruising • Europe Latrabjarg, Iceland Ellidaey Island, Westmand Islands, Iceland

Where wonders never cease The Snaefellsnes Peninsula offers an abundance of natural wonders, perfectly symbolised by jagged Mt Kirkjufell and the impossibly picturesque waterfall Kirkjufellsfoss that flows in its shadow.

SHIP De n ma rk S tra i t Patreksfjordur

ICELAND

Grundarfjordur

Day 6 Grundarfjorour Spend the day wandering glacier topped volcanoes in the awe-inspiring Snaefellsnes Peninsula, where you can work up your appetite for an afternoon cooking demonstration aboard the ship. While you sleep the ship returns to the capital.

Day 7 Reykjavik Revisit Reykjavik during a tour from your now-familiar on-board leaders. The city is full of architecture that is almost as striking as the nearby mountains which you may wish to explore. Enjoy a farewell dinner before spending your final evening aboard.

Akranes Reykjavik A tl a n ti c Oc e a n

INCLUSIONS

TRIP CODE: PERI

• Half Board meal plan (breakfast plus one other meal daily while on board)

PHYSICAL RATING l

• All excursions and sightseeing as per the daily itinerary

DEPARTURE DATES

• Services of 1 to 2 Peregrine local tour leaders (depending on passenger number) • Local guides where appropriate

Selected Saturdays in July and August Enter trip code PERI on our website peregrineadventures.com for a full list of 2019 departure dates.

• All transport

Day 7 Reykjavik Your journey ends here.

• Airport arrival transfer

LAND AND SEA

• Wine and fruit basket on embarkation day • Use of kayaks, snorkels, stand-up paddleboards and fishing equipment

Try combining this cruise with one of our land trips: Highlights of Iceland (PEIK)

Heimaey

M/S Panorama

• All tips (excluding optional tipping for the tour leaders)

PRICE See inside front cover Solo travellers can be matched with another traveller in any twin cabin category.

Your own cabin is possible with a single supplement.

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Cruising Safari: West Africa DAKAR TO DAKAR

8 days Discover the natural delights of West Africa on this cruise through Banjul and along the Gambia River, where both the water and trees along the bank are teeming with wildlife. Look for hippopotamuses and crocodiles in biodiverse Bao Bolong Wetland Reserve and sail to an island chimpanzee colony.

Day 1 Dakar If you arrive with time to spare there is much to see in Senegal’s capital. You can drop your luggage off at port and walk the streets, where gleaming SUVs and rusted motorbikes share the road. Board the Harmony G in the late afternoon, enjoy a welcome dinner and sail to Djiffere overnight.

Day 2 Djiffere Awaken at a village port and travel to Fadiouth Island, where everything, from the ground itself to the cemetery, is made from millions of accumulated clam shells. The crunching underfoot makes a nice change of pace from the car horns of Dakar. Later, glide down the Saloum Delta wetlands in a small local

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boat and let the squawks guide you to the mangrove thick ‘bird island’. Take a dip, then spend the night anchored in Djiffere.

Day 3 Banjul Set sail for Banjul and cross into The Gambia, where the first stop is Kunteh Kinteh, a place with indelible links to the early days of the American slave trade. Tour the ruins and ponder this significant and painful part of history. Dock overnight in Tendaba.

Day 4 Tendaba Take a motorised pirogue (small wooden boat) from the ship to Tendaba, then walk on to the bird watchers’ paradise of Kiang West National Park. After lunch, visit the Bao Bolong Wetland Reserve, home to

hippopotamuses, clawless otters, crocodiles and more. Dock overnight in Tendaba.

Day 5 Kuntaur Sail to relaxed Kuntaur, where a local boat awaits to ferry you past a chimpanzee colony on a nearby island. More than 100 of the creatures reside here as part of the Chimp Rehabilitation Project, and if you’re lucky you’ll spy a few from the boat. Next, see the Wassu Stone Circles, which were likely erected around AD1305. Their purpose remains unknown, so feel free to speculate and discuss the possibilities with your guide.

Spend the evening beneath the stars on the bank of the river, watching a film with the locals and then staying at port.

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Gambia River, The Gambia

An island of shells

Sail-in cinema in Kuntaur Watch a film beneath the stars on the bank of the Gambia River in Kuntaur. You’ll join the locals to watch this projected film – a popular local pastime and a truly unique experience. It’s open-air cinema with a difference.

Feel a crunch underfoot on Djiffere’s Fadiouth Island, where everything – from the land itself to the local church – is constructed from millions of shells.

Fadiouth ISland, Sinegal

SHIP Dakar

SENEGAL Joal Fadiouth Djiffere Saloum Delta

Day 6 Kuntaur Begin your return to Banjul, with a stop along the way at a Gambian family compound. Chat with locals who have a communal way of life that is likely greatly different from your own. Later, return to the boat and sail overnight to Banjul.

Day 7 Banjul Arrive early in Banjul and travel by 4WD to a nearby village, where you will watch the locals make cloudy white Sengga (palm tree wine). This sweet and yeasty brew is the perfect accompaniment to the barbecue you’ll enjoy on the beach. Return to Banjul and set sail on an overnight journey.

Day 8 Dakar Wake in Dakar and bid farewell to the crew and staff over breakfast. Disembark for the chaos of Dakar, where you can choose to stay on or continue you journey elsewhere.

Kuntaur

Ga m b i e River

Banjul Tendaba A tl a n ti c Kunte Kinteh Island THE GAMBIA Oc e a n

M/Y Harmony G INCLUSIONS

TRIP CODE: PFGS

• Full Board meal plan

PHYSICAL RATING

• All excursions and sightseeing as per the daily itinerary

DEPARTURE DATES

• Services of 1 to 2 Peregrine local tour leaders (depending on passenger number) • Local guides where appropriate • All transport

Departs 26 January 2019 Enter trip code PFGS on our website peregrineadventures.com for more information

• Airport arrival transfer • All tips (excluding optional tipping for the tour leaders) • Wine and fruit basket on embarkation day • Use of kayaks, snorkels, stand-up paddleboards and fishing equipment

PRICE See inside front cover Solo travellers can be matched with another traveller in any twin cabin category.

Your own cabin is possible with a single supplement.

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Anse Source d’Argent beach, La Dique, Seychelles.

Cruising the Seychelles Islands MAHE TO MAHE

8 days Been dreaming of an exotic Seychelles escape? You’ve come to the right place! Travelling aboard a comfortable small ship, you’ll discover the beautiful islands, coves and beaches of this tropical paradise, explore centuries-old rainforests, see incredible wildlife and swim in picture-perfect settings.

Day 1 Mahe Board the ship, then set sail for Silhouette Island. Get to know your travel companions better over dinner.

Day 2 Silhouette Island Known for its rainforest-covered hills, pristine white sand beaches and barrier reefs, spend the morning snorkelling in this pictureperfect setting. After a barbecue lunch on the boat, explore the island’s wildlife-filled jungle interior on a guided walk. Keep an eye out for 125-year old giant tortoises, as well as other plant and animal species unique to the island.

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Day 3 Aride & Anse Lazio Go bird-spotting with a local ranger who will help you to identify Seychelle warblers, magpie robins and other rare birds found only in the archipelago. Take an optional excursion to the top of the island for incredible views, then sail to Anse Lazio, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, for an afternoon of swimming, snorkelling or just relaxing on the beach.

colony. After lunch, continue to Baie St Anne for a free afternoon in this slice of paradise.

Day 4 Curieuse & Baie St Anne (Praslin) Set sail for Curieuse and take an optional hike with local rangers for a chance to see dense mangrove forests, giant tortoises, Coco de Mer palm trees and the ruins of a former leper

Day 6 La Digue Sail to La Digue. Then choose whether you would prefer an invigorating bike ride or lively local truck journey to magnificent Anse Source d’Argent. Spend time basking in the

Day 5 Praslin Take a morning excursion to the Fond Ferdinand Nature Reserve and learn more about Coco de Mer trees on a guided jungle walk. Travel to Cote d’Or beach for a swim and lunch then sail to a hidden swim spot where coral reefs teaming with colourful fish and sea turtles can be found.

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Unique biodiversity Visit the incredible mangrove forests of Curieuse where giant turtles roam and Coco de Mer palm trees, known for their large and unusually shaped nuts, can be found.

Swim at the world’s most beautiful beaches While every beach in the Seychelles is spectaular, Anse Source d’Argent on La Digue and Anse Lazio on Praslin are consistently rated among the most beautiful in the world.

Spend time at both and see why.

M/Y Pegasus at St Pierre Island, Seychelles

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Aride

Curieuse

Indian Ocean Anse Lazio

Felicite Island

La Digue

Baie St Anne (Praslin)

beauty of its powdery white sand lapped with emerald waters, palm trees and unique granite boulders, then head to laidback La Passe for free time. Perhaps try some local Creole food. Afterwards, return to the beach for an afternoon swim.

Day 7 St Anne Island In the morning, set sail for St Anne Island.

Make the most of your final day swimming and snorkelling in this beautiful postcardworthy location. Sit down to a captain’s dinner featuring local Creole flavours on board the Pegasus at night.

Day 8 Mahe The adventure ends after breakfast.

Disembark in Mahe.

Silhouette Island

St Anne Island Mahe

M/Y Pegasus INCLUSIONS

Mahe Island

TRIP CODE: PFCS

• Full Board meal plan (minus 1 lunch)

PHYSICAL RATING

• All excursions and sightseeing as per the daily itinerary

DEPARTURE DATES

• Services of 1 to 2 Peregrine local tour leaders (depending on passenger number) • Local guides where appropriate • All transport

Departs 31 August 2019 Enter trip code PFCS on our website peregrineadventures.com for more information

• Airport arrival transfer • All tips (excluding optional tipping for the tour leaders) • Wine and fruit basket on embarkation day • Use of kayaks, snorkels, stand-up paddleboards and fishing equipment

PRICE See inside front cover Solo travellers can be matched with another traveller in any twin cabin category.

Your own cabin is possible with a single supplement.

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South Vietnam Coastal Cruising HO CHI MINH CITY TO DANANG

8 days Embark on a week of leisure and discovery along Vietnam’s sun-kissed south coast. Witness the beauty of Nha Trang’s blue waters, stroll the sand dunes of Mui Ne, marvel at Cham architecture, and explore the historic Old Town of Hoi An. Day 1 Ho Chi Minh City Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City and transfer to Phu My to board the Panorama II. After a welcome dinner, sail overnight to Phan Tiet.

Day 2 Phan Tiet Travel to Tra Cu and take the cable car up to the Linh Son Truong Tho Pagoda. Here Vietnam’s largest reclining Buddha lies, clocking in at almost 50 metres long. Head for the geologically fascinating sand dunes of Mui Ne, visiting the unique Fairy Spring stream while there.

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Day 3 Nha Trang Today a road trip leads to glamorous Nha Trang. Pay a visit to Po Klong Garai Cham Towers, an elaborate work of architecture dating back to around 1400 and the rule of King Jaya Simharvarman III. See traditional pottery methods at work in Bau Truc, the oldest pottery village in South East Asia.

Day 4 Nha Trang Nha Trang is known for its cosmopolitan air, beautiful beaches and blue waters. Take a walk with your leader to discover the city’s sights, then enjoy some free time to soak up the sun on the sand.

Day 5 Quy Nonh Explore the Quang Trung museum, dedicated to the revered 1700s emperor who sowed seeds for a nationalist movement. After a Tay Son martial arts demonstration, visit the nearby Twin Cham Towers and some impressive local beaches.

Day 6 Ly Son Island Enjoy a relaxing day of cruising around Ly Son Island (located just south of Danang) and local mainland beaches. There is plenty of time for some swimming off the Panorama II, as well as kayaking, snorkelling and stand-up paddleboarding.

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Mui Ne

Hoi An, Vietnam

In a scene that looks more like Namibia than Vietnam, the sand dunes rising from the landscape around Mui Ne are one of many unexpected delights to be found along the sultry southern coast.

Mui Ne, Vietnam

Ly Son Island, Vietnam

SHIP Danang Hoi An

VIETNAM Day 7 Hoi An Travel by coach from Danang to the port town of Hoi An. With its charming low tiled houses and tranquil feel, this is a delightful town to walk around. Notice a distinctly Chinese appearance here, with pagodas and assembly halls scattered along the small lanes. Make a toast to the adventure over a farewell dinner.

Day 8 Danang Disembark in Danang.

Phu My Ho Chi Minh City

Ly Son Island Quy Nonh Nha Trang Phan Rang Phan Tiet

M/S Panorama II INCLUSIONS

TRIP CODE: PACS

• Half Board meal plan (breakfast plus one other meal daily while on board)

PHYSICAL RATING l

• All excursions and sightseeing as per the daily itinerary

DEPARTURE DATES

• Services of 1 to 2 Peregrine local tour leaders (depending on passenger number)

REVERSE TRIP

• Local guides where appropriate

This trip also runs in reverse. Enter PACN on our website for more information.

• All transport

Selected Thursdays and Saturdays in March & April Enter trip code PACS on our website peregrineadventures.com for a full list of 2019 departure dates.

• Airport arrival transfer • All tips (excluding optional tipping for the tour leaders) • Wine and fruit basket on embarkation day • Use of kayaks, snorkels, stand-up paddleboards and fishing equipment

PRICE See inside front cover Solo travellers can be matched with another traveller in any twin cabin category.

Your own cabin is possible with a single supplement.

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North Vietnam Coastal Cruising DANANG TO HANOI

8 days A secret drawcard of the north is Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, an unspoiled haven of karst and cliffs, rivers and mountains, and caves that stretch for miles. Contrast these natural splendours with cultural and historical discovery in Hue, Hanoi and at the war sites of Vinh Moc and Khe Sanh.

Day 1 Danang Welcome to Vietnam. Climb aboard the Panorama II and enjoy a welcome dinner with your fellow travellers.

are a fascinating thing to behold. Head also to the Khe Sanh Combat Base, the site of the war’s most intense battle. Afterwards, sail overnight toward Hon La.

with a drink, play some board games, chat with shipmates, curl up on a comfortable chair with a good book, or soak up some sunrays out on deck.

Day 2 Hue After a short sail to Chan May, drive to Hue, the former imperial capital that’s rich in history. Enjoy a Buddhist-style vegetarian lunch at one of Hue’s pagodas, and visit the elaborate royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc. Sail overnight to Vinh Moc.

Day 4 Hon La Make tracks for the incredible Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. This sprawl of jungle, rivers and limestone karst landscapes is sure to rate among Vietnam’s most underrated natural wonders. Its 31-kilometre-long Thien Duong Cave (Paradise Cave) was discovered only this century.

Day 6 Halong Bay Transfer to a smaller boat to get the most out of Halong Bay’s gorgeous, odd-shaped limestone islands that jut out of the emerald water. While it’s enough to float along and enjoy it all from the boat, some kayaking along the bay may also be possible.

Day 3 Vinh Moc The Vinh Moc Tunnels, built to shelter local communities in the Demilatarised Zone that separated north from south during the war,

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Day 5 Halong Bay A full day’s sailing takes you north towards Halong, located to the east of Hanoi. Relax

Day 7 Hanoi Disembarking after breakfast, transfer by bus to Hanoi. An afternoon city tour includes a visit to a traditional water puppet show in

A taste of Buddhist tradition

Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue, Vietnam

After a guided tour of richly historic Hue, sit down to a Buddhist vegetarian lunch in one of the city’s famous pagodas.

Hidden treasures of Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park Spanning 857 square kilometres, this haven of cliffs, rivers and caves is one of Vietnam’s most incredible natural wonders. And the beauty is, it’s still largely unknown.

Halong Bay, Vietnam

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VIETNAM Hanoi Halong Bay

Hon La

a small family-run theatre. For the final night of the journey, enjoy dinner out on the town before retiring to a local hotel.

Day 8 Hanoi Rise early to see ‘laughing yoga’, tai chi, and other lakeside activities enjoyed

by Hanoi’s locals. Finish up with a final breakfast.

Vinh Moc Hue

M/S Panorama II INCLUSIONS

TRIP CODE: PADH

• Half Board meal plan (breakfast plus one other meal daily while on board)

PHYSICAL RATING l

• All excursions and sightseeing as per the daily itinerary

DEPARTURE DATES

REVERSE TRIP This trip also runs in reverse. Enter PAHD on our website for more information.

• Services of 1 to 2 Peregrine local tour leaders (depending on passenger number)

LAND AND SEA Experience two very different sides to Vietnam by combining PAHD with a journey into the misty, tribe-filled hills of the north – our Essential Sapa adventure.

Search PAES on our website.

• Local guides where appropriate • All transport

Danang

Chan May

Selected Thursdays and Saturdays in March & April Enter trip code PADH on our website peregrineadventures.com for a full list of 2019 departure dates

• Airport arrival transfer • All tips (excluding optional tipping for the tour leaders) • Wine and fruit basket on embarkation day • Use of kayaks, snorkels, stand-up paddleboards and fishing equipment

PRICE See inside front cover Solo travellers can be matched with another traveller in any twin cabin category.

Your own cabin is possible with a single supplement.

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Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, Vietnam

Cruising in the Thai Islands PHUKET TO PHUKET

8 days The Similan Islands, Ko Surin Tai and Khao Lak offer all the hallmarks of Thailand’s idyllic south – the aquamarine Andaman Sea, white sands, limestone oddities and smiling locals – without the glitz and bustle of mainland Phuket. Dine and share stories with locals in small villages, explore jungle- and boulder‑studded shorelines, and swim and snorkel the afternoons away.

Day 1 Phuket Arrive in Phuket, meet your shipmates and board the Panorama II in the late afternoon.

After your welcome dinner, set sail overnight for Ko Miang, one of the Similan Islands.

Day 2 Ko Miang Arrive early in Ko Miang. Renowned among divers for good reason, these isles combine rainforest, white sands and blue waters to dazzling effect. After a morning of swimming, snorkelling, kayaking or paddleboarding, depart mid-afternoon for the short sail to the main group of the Similan Islands. The boat remains at anchor here overnight.

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Day 3 Similan Islands Enjoy a full day of exploring the World Heritage-listed Similan Islands. Hike the rainforest interior, scramble over huge boulders on pristine beaches, or go snorkelling in search of tropical fish and coral.

Later, it’s off for an overnight sail to Ko Surin Tai, departing late at night.

Day 4 Ko Surin Tai Moken Village makes for a fascinating tour today. This is the home of the Moken people, a seafaring ethnic group of Austronesian origin who still mostly live a semi-nomadic hunter-gatherer life, despite Thai and Burmese attempts to assimilate them into wider culture. Notice their colourful poles,

known as labong, which represent their ancestors. In the afternoon, enjoy some snorkelling and relaxing on the beach.

Day 5 Ko Surin Tai Enjoy another day basking in the beauty of Surin Tai. Explore its incredible ecosystem, perhaps watching for a nesting turtle if it’s the season. Otherwise, enjoy the sun and sand of this beautifully off-track location while you can. In the evening, settle into a leisurely barbecue on deck with your fellow travellers.

The night is spent at anchor here.

Day 6 Khao Lak Make the journey to Khao Lak, a laidback beachside haven that’s a nice escape from the glitzier side of Phuket. En route, if the

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Oriental pied hornbill

The Moken people of Ko Surin A tour of a traditional village in the Surin Islands acquaints travellers with the original inhabitants of the archipelago: the Moken people, one of South East Asia’s many seafaring minorities.

The tranquil Andaman Sea When the day trippers have gone, find yourself alone with the ocean, anchored off some of Thailand’s most beautiful islands in the Andaman Sea.

Ko Surin Tai, Thailand

Moken Village, Ko Surin Tai, Thailand

SHIP Gul f of Thailan d Ko Surin Tai Baan Talay Nok Village Similan Islands Ko Miang

conditions are right, enjoy some proper sailing with the engine off and sails up.

Explore Khao Lak Town at leisure, perhaps seeking some fresh local seafood for dinner and enjoying the nightlife.

Day 7 Baan Talay Nok Village Travel by coach to Baan Talay Nok village, where a local-guided tour around the village gives an insight to local life since the 2004 tsunami. Join locals to try your hand at soapmaking, preparing your own grilled coconut wrapped in leaf, and enjoy some lunch. Returning to Ko Pra Thong, reboard the ship for a farewell dinner and set sail overnight for Phuket.

Day 8 Phuket Disembark in Phuket after breakfast.

LAND AND SEA Uncover more of Thailand and even Loas by combining this adventure with our Northern Thailand & Laos Experience. Search PATL on our website.

Khao Lak

THAILAND Phuket

M/S Panorama II INCLUSIONS

A nd ama n Se a

TRIP CODE: PAPI

• Half Board meal plan (breakfast plus one other meal daily while on board)

PHYSICAL RATING l

• All excursions and sightseeing as per the daily itinerary

DEPARTURE DATES

• Services of 1 to 2 Peregrine local tour leaders (depending on passenger number) • Local guides where appropriate • All transport

Selected Saturdays from December to February Enter trip code PAPI on our website peregrineadventures.com for a full list of 2018 & 2019 departure dates.

• Airport arrival transfer • All tips (excluding optional tipping for the tour leaders) • Wine and fruit basket on embarkation day • Use of kayaks, snorkels, stand-up paddleboards and fishing equipment

PRICE See inside front cover Solo travellers can be matched with another traveller in any twin cabin category.

Your own cabin is possible with a single supplement.

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Cruising Thailand and Malaysia PENANG TO PHUKET

8 days Sprinkled between popular Penang and Phuket there’s a medley of smaller islands and villages to explore, each with their own charms. Live it up in Langkawi, choose from leisure and adventure activities in Ao Nang, experience local life in laidback Ko Yao Yai and visit waterfalls hidden away in the jungle – with the warm Andaman Sea your swimming pool along the way.

Day 1 Penang Selamat datang! Welcome to Malaysia.

Embarkation on the Panorama II takes place mid-afternoon, followed by a welcome dinner with your shipmates.

Day 2 Langkawi Tour the old town of Penang, taking in the historic shophouses, narrow streets and unique atmosphere. Penang is heaven for food lovers, so enjoy lunch at a local market, where your leader will select a variety of interesting local dishes. Return to the boat by rickshaw in the early afternoon and set sail for Langkawi, spending the night at sea.

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Day 3 Langkawi In paradisiacal Langkawi, embark on a tour of the island and visit the Telaga Tujuh Waterfalls.

With the evening free, perhaps indulge in some nightlife. Those not visiting town can relax aboard the Panorama II. Day 4 Ko Tarutao & Ko Rok Noi After an early-morning sail to Ko Tarutao National Marine Park, enjoy a relaxing day of swimming, snorkelling, kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding in the beautiful waters around the island. For lunch, fire up a barbecue on beautiful Ko Adang. Set sail for Ko Rok Noi mid-afternoon, sitting down to dinner en route. Spend the night at anchor.

Day 5 Ao Nang Spend the morning enjoying the white sands, blue-green waters and jungle backdrop of Ko Rok Noi. An afternoon at sea leads to Ao Nang, a vibrant beachside town. Either dine at Bung Ae House homestay on some homecooked Thai food with a local family, or stay in town and soak it all up.

Day 6 Ao Nang With a full day in Ao Nang, choose from a range of optional activities. Whip up some local specialties in a Thai cooking class, spot colourful tropical fish on a snorkelling trip, get active with some diving or rock climbing, unwind with a traditional Thai massage, or

Peregrine Adventure Cruising • Asia

Active in Ao Nang With a free day in Ao Nang, choose from a vast array of optional activities – perhaps a cooking class, a Thai massage, or some diving or rock climbing.

Alternatively, stay on the Panorama II and explore beautiful Phang Na Bay.

Tarutao National Park, Thailand

A delectable spread For lovers of fresh, spicy Asian cuisine, this itinerary is a real winner. Sample the exquisite street food of Penang, experience a traditional Thai meal with local hosts in Ao Nang, and enjoy a beach barbecue on your own desert island within Ko Tarutao Marine National Park.

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THAILAND Ko Yao Yai Ao Nang

Phuket

Gul f of Thailan d

Ko Rok Noi

make tracks on two wheels to a local waterfall. Another great option is to take a longtail boat to Railay Beach.

Day 7 Ko Yao Yai Ko Yao Yai is known for beautiful beaches as well as a diverse array of birdlife.

Climb aboard a songtheaw (two-rowed passenger truck) for an island tour. Enjoy a final swim or snorkel before a farewell dinner on board. If it’s clear, the sunset here is sure to be spectacular.

Day 8 Phuket Departing early, cruise back to Phuket, just a short distance away. The adventure comes to an end after breakfast.

Ko Tarutao South Langkawi A nd a ma n Se a

M/S Panorama II INCLUSIONS

Penang

TRIP CODE: PATM

• Half Board meal plan (breakfast plus one other meal daily while on board)

PHYSICAL RATING l

• All excursions and sightseeing as per the daily itinerary

DEPARTURE DATES

• Services of 1 to 2 Peregrine local tour leaders (depending on passenger number) • Local guides where appropriate • All transport

MALAYSIA

Selected Saturdays from December to February Enter trip code PATM on our website peregrineadventures.com for a full list of 2018 & 2019 departure dates.

• Airport arrival transfer

REVERSE TRIP

• All tips (excluding optional tipping for the tour leaders)

This trip also runs in reverse. Enter PACK on our website for more information.

• Wine and fruit basket on embarkation day • Use of kayaks, snorkels, stand-up paddleboards and fishing equipment

PRICE See inside front cover Solo travellers can be matched with another traveller in any twin cabin category.

Your own cabin is possible with a single supplement.

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Indonesian Island Cruise BALI TO BALI

8 days Just beyond the ‘Island of the Gods’ lies a vast new world to explore. Embark on a cruise to some of the most enchanting isles of the Indonesian archipelago: the twin paradises of Saringi and Karamat, the dormant volcano and crater lake of Satonda, unspoiled Banta, the Komodo dragon‑filled Rinca, hard‑to‑access Moyo, and Lombok, the sleepy giant just east of Bali.

Day 1 Bali Om Swastiastu! Welcome to Bali. The journey begins in Port Benoa, near Kuta. Set sail for Saringi and, after a welcome dinner with fellow travellers, spend the night at sea.

Day 2 Saringi & Keramat Islands Begin the journey with a visit to two small, quiet islands lying adjacent to each other, Saringi and Keramat. Travelling by tender, take a transfer there for a day of beach activities – swimming, snorkelling, kayaking or perhaps some stand-up paddleboarding.

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Day 3 Satonda Island Departing Keramat at around 7 am, sail for Satonda island. The dormant volcano from which the island takes its name has an impressive crater lake in its centre. Take a short walk to the lake and enjoy a refreshing dip there. An optional walk to a high lookout yields fine photographic opportunities. As the day draws to a close, catch the sunset, then settle in for the overnight sail to Banta Island.

Day 4 Banta Island & Rinca Island Banta Island is largely uninhabited and seldom visited, so it will likely be deserted today.

There’s an optional hike on offer for those feeling active, and lunch is a barbecue right

on the beach. In the late evening, set sail to Rinca Island, one of the larger islands of Komodo National Park.

Day 5 Rinca Island Led by local rangers, set out on foot in search of the famous Komodo dragons in their natural habitat. Rinca is far less touristy than Komodo Island, so dragon-spotting here is less staged and more natural. Sail overnight from Rinca to Moyo Island, stopping for an afternoon swim en route.

Day 6 Moyo Island Arrive in Moyo Island in the late morning. This hard-to-access spot is another fine example of Indonesia’s smaller, forest-clad isles. It’s

Peregrine Adventure Cruising • Asia

Pura Batu Bolong, Lombok, Indonesia

Sleepy Satonda Blessed with a pristine crater lake in its centre, Satonda Island is one of many naturally stunning destinations to be found in Indonesia’s quiet east. After a refreshing swim in the lake, climb to a nearby lookout to catch a sunset to write home about.

Komodo National Park, Rinca Island, Indonesia

Satonda Island, Indonesia

SHIP Satonda

Bali

not hard to see why Lady Diana dropped anchor here for a holiday in 1993.

After lunch, walk to a local village and continue with village guides to the Diwe Mbai waterfall for a cooling swim in its natural pool. After dinner, set sail towards Lombok, the sleepy giant east of Bali.

Day 7 Lombok After dropping anchor in Bangsal, visit local sarong weavers, hike through the rice paddies for a glimpse of slow-paced rural life, and head to Sengiggi beach. In the afternoon, head to Pura Batu Bolong, a small but spectacularly located Hindu temple. After a farewell dinner onboard, sail for Bali overnight.

Day 8 Bali Farewell fellow travellers as the adventure ends in Bali after breakfast.

Lombok

Moyo Saringi Keramat

Banta

Rinca

INDONESIA

M/S Panorama II INCLUSIONS

TRIP CODE: PAIC

• Half Board meal plan (breakfast plus one other meal daily while on board)

PHYSICAL RATING l

• All excursions and sightseeing as per the daily itinerary

DEPARTURE DATES

• Services of 1 to 2 Peregrine local tour leaders (depending on passenger number) • Local guides where appropriate

Selected Saturdays from June to August Enter trip code PAIC on our website peregrineadventures.com for a full list of 2019 departure dates.

• All transport • Airport arrival transfer • All tips (excluding optional tipping for the tour leaders) • Wine and fruit basket on embarkation day • Use of kayaks, snorkels, stand-up paddleboards and fishing equipment

PRICE See inside front cover Solo travellers can be matched with another traveller in any twin cabin category.

Your own cabin is possible with a single supplement.

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GALAPAGOS ISLANDS Up in the highlands of Santa Cruz you’ll find Galapagos tortoises milling around (if something so big and slow could be said to ‘mill’), shuffling along in search of their next meal. The picture is so perfect, the tortoises so impeccably framed by lush greenery, it’s as if someone has deliberately placed them there. It’s a feeling that you’ll often get travelling in the Galapagos, almost a thousand kilometres from the South American mainland. It seems every new beach, lagoon, hillside and outcrop you visit is home to an abundance of amazing creatures unperturbed by your presence.

GALAPAGOS ISLANDS Bartolomé

SANTIAGO

North Seymour

Sombrero Chino

Baltra

Rábida

SANTA CRUZ ISABELA

Galapagos Islands South Plaza Isla Lobos

SANTA FÉ Puerto Ayora

Las Tintoreras Post Office Bay

FLOREANA

Kicker Rock

Punta Pitt

ECUADOR

SAN CRISTÓBAL

Puerto Baquerizo Moreno

Punta Suárez

ESPAÑOLA

Quito

Pacific Ocean

What to know OUR NEW BOUTIQUE YACHT The itineraries featured in this brochure feature our new custom-built yacht, the Grand Queen Beatriz. With a stylish modern design, ensuite bathrooms, outwardfacing windows in all cabins (and private balconies in some), and a jacuzzi on the sundeck, the ‘Queen Bea’ will be one of the newest boats operating in the Galapagos.

For more information visit peregrineadventures.com/ grand-queen-beatriz

MEALS Healthy and generous meals are prepared three times a day by the onboard chef. Tea, coffee and purified water are always complimentary, and soft drinks and alcoholic beverages can be purchased at the bar (simply pay your tab at the end). Dietary requirements should be mentioned when booking.

PERMITS In order to best preserve this important and fragile natural ecosystem, the Galapagos National Park authorities restrict the number of visitors to each site by issuing permits to every visiting vessel that determine which sites can be visited each day, and when. Far from restricting the experience, this system actually enhances it as itineraries are designed to eliminate the amount of vessel crossover. This results in witnessing more of the wildlife you’ve come to see without vying with boatloads of other tourists.

LUGGAGE There are luggage limits that apply to the flight to and from the Galapagos. As your trip starts and finishes at the same hotel in Quito, we suggest only bringing essential items and leaving your other luggage in the secure hotel storage.

TIPPING If you have enjoyed the services of your guide and crew, a tip is always much appreciated by them. We recommend each passenger consider a daily tip of USD 15 for the crew and USD 10 for your guide.

SNORKELLING GEAR Snorkelling equipment (mask, snorkel and flippers) and wetsuits are provided at no extra charge. A range of sizes and wetsuit lengths are available.

NATIONAL PARK AND PORT FEES A transit card fee of USD 20 is to be paid prior to departure from Quito Airport and a national park fee of USD 100 is to be paid on arrival on the Galapagos Islands.

These fees are to be paid locally in cash and are not included in the trip price. Trips visiting Isabela Island incur a USD 5 port fee payable on arrival.

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SHIP Pinnacle Rock, Isla Bartolome, Ecuador

Grand Galapagos QUITO TO QUITO

Grand Queen Beatriz

17 days Day 1 Quito Arrive in Quito, a charming and historic city in the Andean foothills.

this lofty perch. Sail to Bahia Gardner for another spot of snorkelling.

Day 2 Baltra Rise early for your flight to the Galapogas Islands. Board the Grand Queen Beatriz and set sail for Punta Carrion. Get your first taste of island life with a swim in this protected cove. Later, relax with a cocktail on deck and sail for Isla Isabela overnight.

Day 8 Isla San Cristobal Say good morning on Isla San Cristobal and visit impressive Leon Dormido (Kicker Rock). More sea lions await at Isla Lobos. Perhaps relax on deck in the evening, enjoying the salt air during an evening at port.

Day 3 Isla Isabela Wake on the coast of this stunning volcanic island and travel to islet of Las Tintoreras, where white-tipped reef sharks glide through clear waters. Later, visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding Center and spend some time with gentle giants. Set sail for Isla Floreana in the evening after a free afternoon.

Day 9 Isla San Cristobal Read up on local history at the San Cristobal Interpretation Center and visit Galapaguera of Cerro Colorado (Red Hill) in the island’s interior. Set sail for Isla Bartolome at night.

Day 4 Isla Floreana See the rich natural wonders of Isla Floreana in a Zodiac tour then take a leisurely stroll to historic Post Office Bay. Today is one of the best chances to see pink flamingos and sea lions.

Day 5 Isla Santa Cruz Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and learn about vital conservation efforts on the Galapagos Islands. Then, venture into the misty forests of the Santa Cruz highlands, hopefully encountering giant tortoises in the wild.

Day 6 Isla Santa Fe Swim or snorkel in the aquamarine waters of Santa Fe, where the local sea lion population are very eager to play. Drop in to tiny Isla Plaza Sur where iguanas scurry around cactus and bright red and green sesuvium.

Day 7 Isla Espanola The southernmost island in the Galapogas, Isla Espanola is a bird watchers haven and home to waved albatross, boobies, doves and mockingbirds.

Walk to the top of a cliff in Punta Suarez and hopefully see albatross launch themselves

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Day 10 Isla Bartolome Witness the iconic Pinnacle Rock and stroll along the amazing volcanic landscapes of Sullivan Bay. Day 11 Isla Santiago Discover Isla Santiago, where you will see Caleta Bucanero – once used by pirates to careen their ships. Marvel at the black sand of Puerto Egas Beach.

Day 12 Isla Santa Cruz Stop at Isla Santa Cruz to walk through a cactus garden to Las Grietas and perhaps kayak around the bay.

Day 13 Isla Mosquera Spot frigate birds on North Seymour and the scampering Sally Lightfoot crabs on Isla Mosquera.

These bright red and blue crabs stand out wonderfully against the black lava that covers the island.

Day 14 Isla Santa Cruz Discover Black Turtle Cove by Zodiac, then head to Cerro Dragon to spot iguanas. A challenging hike ends in the spectacular view of the bay.

Day 15 Isla Rabida Explore hat-shaped Sombrero Chino in the morning and then wonder at the colourful red sands of Isla

GALAPAGOS ISLANDS (ECUADOR) Bartolome ISLA SANTIAGO

North Seymour

from Quito

to Quito Isla Kicker South Lobos Rock Rábida Isla Baltra Plaza Punta Pitt ISLA SAN ISLA ISABELA ISLA ISLA CRISTOBAL SANTA FE SANTA Puerto Puerto CRUZ Las Baquerizo Ayora Tintoreras Moreno Post Office ISLA FLOREANA Punta Suarez Bay ISLA ESPANOLA Sombrero Chino

TRIP CODE: PSGQG PHYSICAL RATING l l l Group size Maximum 16 Accommodation 2 nights comfortable hotel, 14 nights motorised yacht Transport Motorised yacht, minibus, plane, Zodiac Meals 16 breakfasts, 14 lunches, 14 dinners Boat First-class motor yacht ALL DEPARTURE DATES GUARANTEED Selected Saturdays Enter trip code PSGQG on our website peregrineadventures.com for a full list of 2019 & 2020 departure dates Price See inside front cover Rabida. It’s also a wonderful place to spot pelicans and flamingos.

Day 16 Quito Enjoy a very early morning visit to Bachas Beach and soak up as much island magic as possible before your flight back to the Ecuadorian capital. You’ll have the evening free to do as you please.

Day 17 Quito The trip comes to an end in Quito after breakfast.

South Pacific Ocean

Peregrine Adventure Cruising • Galapagos Islands

Frigate bird

SHIP

Galapagos Explorer QUITO TO QUITO

Grand Queen Beatriz

7 days

TRIP CODE: PSGQE/PSGQF from Quito Isla Baltra

to Quito

South Plaza Kicker Punta ISLA SANTA Rock Pitt CRUZ Puerto ISLA SAN Ayora CRISTOBAL Puerto ISLA SANTA FE Baquerizo Moreno

PHYSICAL RATING l l l

GALAPAGOS ISLANDS (ECUADOR)

to Quito

ISLA SANTIAGO North Sombrero Seymour from Chino Quito Isla Baltra Rabida Las ISLA SANTA Cerro Dragon Bachas CRUZ Puerto Ayora

Group size Maximum 16 Accommodation 2 nights comfortable hotel, 4 nights motorised yacht Transport Motorised yacht, minibus, plane, Zodiac Meals 6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners Boat First-class motor yacht

Punta Suarez ISLA ESPANOLA

ALL DEPARTURE DATES GUARANTEED

SOUTHERN ISLANDS: PSGQE

CENTRAL ISLANDS: PSGQF

Day 1 Quito Arrive in Ecuador’s gorgeous capital and transfer to your hotel.

Day 1 Quito Arrive in Quito, transfer to your hotel, then relax or explore.

Day 2 Isla Santa Cruz Fly to Baltra, transfer to the Queen Beatriz and enjoy Isla Santa Cruz.

Day 2 Baltra Fly to Baltra, board the Grand Queen Beatriz, and explore Isla Santa Cruz.

Day 3 Isla Plaza Sur Visit Isla Santa Fe and Isla Plaza Sur, perhaps swimming with sea lions.

Day 3 Isla Mosquera Discover frigate birds on North Seymour and visit Isla Mosquera.

Price See inside front cover

Day 4 Isla Espanola Sail to Isla Espanola and discover Bahia Gardner and Punta Suarez.

Day 4 Isla Santa Cruz Take a Zodiac to Black Turtle Cove, and visit Cerro Dragon, a breeding ground for land iguanas.

Solo travellers can be matched with another traveller in any twin cabin category.

Your own cabin is possible with a single supplement.

Day 5 Isla San Cristobal Cruise to Isla San Cristobal, visiting Leon Dormido (the great Kicker Rock) and tiny Isla Lobos.

Day 6 Isla San Cristobal – Quito Check out the San Cristobal Interpretation Center before flying back to Quito from San Cristobal.

Day 7 Quito The journey ends in Quito.

Selected Tuesdays Enter trip code PSGQE/PSGQF on our website peregrineadventures.com for a full list of 2019 & 2020 departure dates

Day 5 Isla Rabida Set sail for the scarlet cliffs and sands of Isla Rabida and the geologically fascinating islet of Sombrero Chino.

Day 6 Baltra – Quito Visit the pristine Bachas Beach, then fly from Baltra to Quito.

Day 7 Quito The trip ends in Quito.

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SHIP

Classic Galapagos QUITO TO QUITO

Grand Queen Beatriz

10 days GALAPAGOS ISLANDS (ECUADOR)

from Quito

to Quito Isla Baltra Kicker South Rock Punta Plaza ISLA SANTA CRUZ Pitt ISLA Puerto ISLA SAN ISABELA ISLA Ayora CRISTÓBAL Puerto SANTA FÉ Puerto Villamil Baquerizo Moreno Post Office Bay Punta Suárez ISLA FLOREANA ISLA ESPAÑOLA Punta Carrion

Bartolomé & Sullivan Bay

to Quito from Quito

ISLA SANTIAGO Las Isla Baltra Bachas Plaza Sur Kicker ISLA SANTA Isla Rock Punta CRUZ Pitt Lobos Puerto ISLA ISLA SAN Ayora SANTA FÉ CRISTÓBAL Puerto Baquerizo Moreno Punta Suárez ISLA ESPAÑOLA

GALAPAGOS ISLANDS (ECUADOR)

to Quito

ISLA SANTIAGO North Sombrero Seymour Chino Isla Baltra Rábida Tortuga Negra ISLA SANTA ISLA ISABELA CRUZ Puerto Ayora Puerto Villamil

from Quito

Post Office Bay ISLA FLOREANA

SOUTHERN ISLANDS: PSGQA

SOUTH EASTERN ISLANDS: PSGQC

CENTRAL SOUTHERN ISLANDS: PSGQD

Day 1 Quito Welcome to Quito, Ecuador’s atmospheric capital. Transfer to your hotel.

Day 1 Quito Arrive in Quito and transfer to your hotel. Wander the Old Town if early.

Day 1 Quito Arrive in Quito.

Day 2 Baltra Fly to Baltra early and transfer to the Queen Beatriz. Visit Punta Carrion, a protected cove ideal for a first snorkel.

Day 2 Baltra Fly to Baltra and board the plush Queen Beatriz in time for lunch on board.

Day 3 Isla Isabela Spot white-tipped reef sharks at Las Tintoreras and visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding Center.

Day 3 Isla Plaza Sur Swim with sea lions in Isla Santa Fe and birdwatch on Isla Plaza Sur. Day 4 Isla Espanola Explore Isla Espanola, including Bahia Gardner and Punta Suarez.

Day 4 Isla Floreana Cruise to Isla Floreana, exploring Post Office Bay, Devil’s Crown and the olive-green shore of Punta Cormorant.

Day 5 Isla San Cristobal Cruise to Isla San Cristobal, visit Leon Dormido (Kicker Rock), Isla Lobos and Punta Pitt.

Day 5 Isla Santa Cruz See giant tortoises in the wild in the Santa Cruz highlands.

Day 6 Isla Cristobal Learn local history at the San Cristobal Interpretation Center and visit the tortoise breeding centre Galapaguera.

Day 6 Isla Plaza Sur Visit Isla Santa Fe and the small but beautiful Isla Plaza Sur. Day 7 Isla Espanola Explore Espanola, including Bahia Gardner and Punta Suarez.

Day 8 Isla San Cristobal Cruise to Isla San Cristobal, visiting Leon Dormido (Kicker Rock), Isla Lobos and Punta Pitt.

Day 2 Baltra Fly to Baltra and begin the trip aboard the Grand Queen Beatriz.

Day 3 Isla Mosquera After gazing at birdlife on North Seymour, sail to Isla Mosquera.

Day 4 Isla Santa Cruz Ride a Zodiac to Black Turtle Cove, and take a walk at Cerro Dragon.

Day 5 Isla Rabida Spot pelicans at Isla Rabida and visit the aptly named Sombrero Chino.

Day 6 Isla Santa Cruz Explore Bachas Beach, and swim or snorkel at lovely Punta Carrion.

Day 7 Isla Isabela Visit Las Tintoreras, the Giant Tortoise Breeding Center and the Wall of Tears.

Day 7 Isla Bartolome Explore the volcanic landscapes of Isla Bartolome and Sullivan Bay.

Day 8 Isla Floreana Cruise to Isla Floreana, visiting historic Post Office Bay, plus Devil’s Crown and Punta Cormorant.

Day 8 Isla Santiago Admire Isla Santiago, including Espumilla Beach, Buccaneer’s Cove (an old pirate haunt) and Puerto Egas.

Day 9 Isla Santa Cruz – Quito Visit the Santa Cruz highlands, then fly to Quito.

Day 9 Isla San Cristobal – Quito After a visit to the San Cristobal Interpretation Center, fly from San Cristobal to Quito.

Day 9 Isla Santa Cruz – Quito Venture into the highlands of Isla Santa Cruz in search of giant tortoises in their natural habitat.

Return to Baltra, then fly back to Quito.

Day 10 Quito The journey ends in Quito.

Day 10 Quito The tour ends in Quito.

Day 10 Quito Your trip ends in Quito.

TRIP CODE: PSGQA/PSGQC/PSGQD PHYSICAL RATING l l l Group size Maximum 16

ALL DEPARTURE DATES GUARANTEED Selected Tuesdays & Saturdays Enter trip code PSGQA/PSGQC/PSGQD on our website peregrineadventures.com for a full list of 2019 & 2020 departure dates Price See inside front cover

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Accommodation 2 nights comfortable hotel, 7 nights motorised yacht Transport Motorised yacht, minibus, plane, Zodiac Meals 9 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners Boat First-class motor yacht

Peregrine Adventure Cruising • Galapagos Islands

SHIP Blue footed booby

Treasures of the Galapagos QUITO TO QUITO

Grand Queen Beatriz

13 days Bartolomé

Day 1 Quito Welcome to lofty Quito.

Day 2 Isla Santa Cruz Rise early for your flight to the Galapagos Islands. Then board the Grand Queen Beatriz and cruise to the shallow and protected Punta Carrion Cove, ideal for your first snorkel and swim in the Galapagos! Sail to Isla Isabela overnight.

Day 3 Isla Isabela Wake on the South Coast of Isla Isabela, home to blue-footed boobies, penguins, marine iguanas and sea lions. In the afternoon, visit the Arnoldo Tupiza Tortoise Breeding Centre. An overnight journey will deliver you to Isla Floreana in the morning.

Day 4 Isla Floreana A highlight of any Galapagos trip, Isla Floreana is rich in natural wonders. Today is one of the best opportunities to see pink flamingos and other water birds wading in the lagoons.

Day 5 Isla Santa Cruz Visit the Charles Darwin Research Centre to learn about conservation of the islands. Then, travel to the lush, misty highlands to see giant tortoises in their natural habitat.

Day 6 Isla Santa Fe – Isla Plaza Sur These tiny islands are packed with wildlife and jade-green waters perfect for snorkelling. The sea lions who call Isla Santa Fe home make particularly good swimming partners.

Day 7 Isla Espanola Rise to the sound of bird calls, as avian creatures dominate the

southernmost island of the Galapagos.

Waved albatrosses, blue-footed and masked boobies, doves and mockingbirds can be seen amoung the rocks and endemic fauna.

Hike a cliff on Punta Suarez and snorkel off the coast of Bahia Gardner.

Days 8-9 Isla San Cristobal Arrive at Punta Pitt in the morning and traipse volcanic hills.

Cruise past Leon Dormido (Kicker Rock) and drop in to Isla Lobos before spending the evening at port in San Cristobal. Place the splendour of the Galapogas in context with a trip to the Interpretation Centre, then travel inland to see giant tortoises.

from Quito

ISLA SANTIAGO Isla Baltra ISLA SANTA CRUZ Highlands ISLA ISABELA Las Tintoreras

to Quito

Plaza Sur

Isla Lobos

ISLA SANTA Puerto FÉ Ayora

GALAPAGOS ISLANDS (ECUADOR) Kicker Rock Punta Pitt ISLA SAN CRISTÓBAL Puerto Baquerizo Moreno

Post Office Bay ISLA FLOREANA

Punta Suárez ISLA ESPAÑOLA

TRIP CODE: PSGQJ PHYSICAL RATING l l l Group size Maximum 16

Day 10 Isla Bartolome Hike to the top of a once-active volcano and enjoy superb views.

Later, walk on lava that erupted from the earth in 1897 on Bahia Sullivan.

Accommodation 2 nights comfortable hotel, 11 nights motorised yacht

Day 11 Isla Santiago Visit Espumilla Beach, an important nesting site for sea turtles, Caleta Bucanero (Buccaneer Cove) where Darwin camped to study the islands and their wildlife and Puerto Egas, home to hundreds of marine iguanas.

Meals 12 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 10 dinners

Day 12 Isla Santa Cruz Travel through the agricultural region and into the misty cloud forest of Scalesia. Look out for world-famous woodpeckers plus warbler finches and vermillion flycatchers. Fly to Quito.

Transport Motorised yacht, minibus, plane, Zodiac Boat First-class motor yacht ALL DEPARTURE DATES GUARANTEED Selected Saturdays Enter trip code PSGQJ on our website peregrineadventures.com for a full list of 2019 & 2020 departure dates Price See inside front cover

Day 13 Quito Your adventure comes to an end today after breakfast.

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WELCOME TO

VARIETY CRUISES In addition to our Peregrine small-ship voyages, we’re working with our partner company Variety Cruises to provide you with a range of small-ship cruising adventures in some of the world’s most beautiful places. Variety has been committed to helping travellers get to the heart of a destination since 1949, providing comfortable rooms, delicious local food and the support of an experienced crew. Variety’s traveller pledge aligns perfectly with our own: to give our passengers intimate, authentic and memorable travel experiences.

We look forward to welcoming you aboard.

Atlantic Ocean Caribbean Sea Puerto Caldera COSTA RICA

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Panama City

PANAMA

San Antao Mindelo Praia CAPE VERDE

Tailoring your cruise

Athens

At each port, we provide the option to venture out on an excursion with a local guide. These optional onshore expeditions range in price and are payable on board. They include visits to old colonial cities in Cape Verde and jungle walks in Costa Rica. You are also welcome to see the sights at your own pace, perhaps relaxing on the beach, reading a book in a local cafe or exploring the port cities, armed with some handy tips from your Cruise Coordinator.

Once we’ve docked in port, you can come and go from the boat as you please.

Pylos GREECE

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Mycenae, Greece

Antiquity to Byzantium ATHENS TO ATHENS

8 days Cruise the spectacular Peloponnese Coast and explore its treasure trove of historic sites. Get to know the the ancient theatre of Epidaurus, the Tomb of Agamemnon, the Mycenae burial complex, Ancient Olympia and famous Delphi.

Day 1 Athens & Palaia Epidaurus Enjoy a welcome drink aboard the boat and meet your crew and shipmates. Sail for Palaia Epidaurus, eating dinner on the ship.

Day 2 Palaia Epidaurus Take an optional excursion to Ancient Epidaurus, the birthplace of Apollo’s son Asclepius. After exploring the ruins, return to the ship for lunch and sail on to Nafplio.

Day 3 Nafplio & Mycenae After a short walking tour of Nafplio, drive through beautiful Argolis towards Mycenae on an optional excursion. Explore the remains of the city, including the Lion’s Gate, the Palace and the Agamemnon Tomb. Head back to the ship for lunch, then continue to the Monemvasia and Gythion.

Day 4 Gythion Arrive in Gythion early this morning, then take an optional excursion to Mani peninsula, Cape Tenaro and the spectacular Diros Caves, which are among the most important natural sites in Greece. Drive to Areopolis for a short stroll through town. Spend the night at sea as the ship sails to Pylos.

Day 5 Pylos Disembark at the seaside town of Pylos.

Perhaps take an optional excursion to explore the remains of the prehistoric palace, then visit the archaeological museum in Hora.

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SHIP

Return to the ship and sail through the night to Katakolon.

Day 6 Katakolon & Olympia Arrive in the port town of Katakolon early this morning, then travel by bus to Olympia – one of the most important sites of the ancient world – for an optional excursion with a local leader. Explore the Temple of Hera, the Olympia Museum and the Museum of the History of the Olympic Games of Antiquity.

After some free time, travel overland to Patras, where you reboard the ship and depart for Itea.

Day 7 Delphi This morning, travel to Delphi for an optional tour of the mountainside ruins. Spend half a day exploring the complex and adjoining museum. Return to the ship and cross the Corinth Canal, then sail to Marina Zea in the evening.

Day 8 Athens Your adventure ends after breakfast.

INCLUSIONS • Full Board meal plan • Services of an onboard Cruise Coordinator • Onboard local archaeologist OPTIONAL EXTRAS • Arrival transfer • Shore excursions

M/S Galileo GREECE

Itea Corinth Canal

Katakolon

Palaia Epidaurus Nafplion

Pylos

Gythion

Athens Marina Zea

Monemvasla

TRIP CODE: PMEB PHYSICAL RATING l DEPARTURE DATES Selected Fridays in March, April, October & November Enter trip code PMEB on our website peregrineadventures.com for a full list of 2018 & 2019 departure dates.

PRICE See inside front cover

• Crew gratuities

Solo travellers will need to pay the Single price listed on the pricing page.

Variety Cruises Mykonos, Greece

Jewels of the Cyclades ATHENS TO MARINA ZEA

8 days Uncover the mysteries of the Aegean Sea on this 8-day voyage through the Greek Islands. From hidden coves to historical archaeological sites, picture-perfect towns to the finest Greek cuisine, this adventure is equal parts relaxation and exploration.

Day 1 Athens – Poros Board the boat and meet your crew and fellow travellers over a welcome drink. Sail to Poros before continuing on to Poliegos.

Day 2 Folegandros Poliegos is a small island, known for its amazing beaches. Have a morning swim stop and a barbecue on the boat, then sail on to Folegandros, one of the most amazing and lesser known islands in the Aegean Sea. Explore the Upper city, perhaps having dinner at one of the traditional Greek tavernas.

Day 3 Santorini Explore Santorini’s unique capital, Fira.

Today’s optional excursion takes you to the Akrotiti excavations and on a tour of the surrounding villages, including Oia, famous for its spectacular views over the caldera.

Day 4 Antiparos – Paros After breakfast, have a swim stop in the beautiful bay of Antiparos, then continue on to Paros. Visit Parikia and the quaint village of Naoussa. Tonight, show off your dancing skills at our local Greek night.

Day 5 Delos – Mykonos Take an optional morning tour to the unique archaeological site of Delos, antiquity’s most sacred island. Later, stop at one of the most beautiful bays in Mykonos where you can swim off the ship, before sailing into the port.

SHIP

The island of jet setters is yours to explore for the night.

Day 6 Syros After a morning swim, arrive in Syros, the capital of the Cycladic islands. Relax on beautiful sandy beaches or walk through town and enjoy the unique architecture of the buildings in this pretty town.

Day 7 Kythnos – Marina Zea Arrive in Kythnos and have a swim in Kolones Bay, then set sail for Cape Sounion, the temple of Poseidon, before arriving in Marina Zea in the late afternoon.

Day 8 Marina Zea Disembark the ship after breakfast as your tour of the Cyclades comes to an end.

M/S Galileo

Athens Marina Zea Poros

GREECE

Syros Mykonos Kythnos Delos Paros Antiparos Poliegos Folegandros Santorini

LAND AND SEA

TRIP CODE: PMEJ

Try combining this cruise with one of our land trips: Highlights of Greece (PEHG).

PHYSICAL RATING l

INCLUSIONS • Full Board meal plan • Services of an onboard Cruise Coordinator

Selected Saturdays Enter trip code PMEJ on our website peregrineadventures.com for a full list of 2018 & 2019 departure dates.

PRICE See inside front cover

OPTIONAL EXTRAS • Arrival transfer • Shore excursions

DEPARTURE DATES

• Crew gratuities

Solo travellers will need to pay the Single price listed on the pricing page.

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Santo Antao, Cape Verde

Cruising the Cape Verde Islands PALMEIRA TO PRAIA

8 days Neither Senegal nor Portugal, the Cape Verde Islands march to the beat of their own drum. This incredible archipelago might just be the ultimate adventure cruise destination, a land whose particular brand of exotic defies classification.

Day 1 Palmeira Embark mid-afternoon from Palmeira, a village on the island of Sal. After a welcome dinner, set sail overnight for Boa Vista Island.

Day 2 Sal Rei Arrive early at Sal Rei on the island of Boa Vista. This island boasts the most beautiful beaches of the archipelago, and amazing landscapes – on both the coast and the interior. Enjoy an optional day trip to discover colourful villages, ceramics and local agriculture. Sail overnight for Santiago Island.

Day 3 Praia Dropping anchor in Praia, explore Santiago, the largest of Cape Verde’s islands. After a morning at leisure and lunch on board, an optional afternoon excursion brings you to Cidade Velha, the first colonial city built in the tropics. Late in the evening, sail north towards Fogo, the island of fire. Spend the night at sea.

Day 4 Sao Filipe Witness the Fogo Volcano towering 3000 metres above sea level. An optional full day excursion brings you to the top of the volcano, right at the crater’s edge, and you will walk through a landscape of lava. Lunch will be at the crater’s village. Also visit the charming old colonial town of Sao Filipe. Sail overnight for lively Mindelo, located on the island of Sao Vicente.

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Day 5 Mindelo Explore well-preserved colonial buildings on an optional walking excursion. Take the time to enjoy the art, food and music that earned Mindelo its label of the Cultural Center of Cape Verde. Tonight is spent at port.

Day 6 Porto Nova Depart early for Santo Antao, the greenest island on the archipelago thanks to its picturesque sugarcane plantations. Opt to visit the Valley Paul for a taste of the local drop, ‘grogue’, and reach the Valley of Ribeira das Patas to see its impressive rock formations shaped from lava.

Day 7 Porto Nova Today’s optional excursion will be on the western side of Santo Antao island where landscapes are arid and mountainous (up to 1100 m in altitude). After returning to the boat, cruise back to Sal overnight.

Day 8 Praia Disembark in Praia in the morning.

INCLUSIONS • Full Board meal plan • Services of an onboard Cruise Coordinator OPTIONAL EXTRAS • Arrival transfer • Shore excursions

SHIP

M/Y Harmony G SANTO ANTAO

Porto Novo Palmeira

Mindelo

A tl a nti c Oce a n SAL

SAN VINCENTE

Sal Rei

CAPE VERDE

BOA VISTA SANTIAGO FOGO

Sao Filipe

Praia

TRIP CODE: PFIV PHYSICAL RATING l DEPARTURE DATES Selected Mondays in November Enter trip code PFIV on our website peregrineadventures.com for a full list of 2018 & 2019 departure dates.

PRICE See inside front cover

• Crew gratuities

Solo travellers will need to pay the Single price listed on the pricing page.

Variety Cruises Keel-billed toucan, Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica

Cruising Costa Rica & Panama PUERTO CALDERA TO PANAMA CITY

8 days Cruise down the Pacific Coast and explore lush nature reserves, snorkel among marine life, canoe to a hidden indigenous village and enter the locks of the famous Panama Canal on this unforgettable Central America cruise.

Day 1 Puerto Caldera Set sail mid-afternoon for Quepos.

Day 2 Quepos & Playa Biesanz Arrive in Quepos, where an optional walk in Manuel Antonio National Park is a real highlight of the cruise. In the afternoon, opt for a Forest Canopy tour, or cruise to Playa Biesanz. In the evening, enjoy a tropical themed dinner and party on board the Callisto. Sail overnight towards Golfo Dulce.

Day 3 Puerto Jimenez & Casa Orquideas Enjoy an optional Osa Peninsula walk after arriving early morning in Puerto Jimenez.

Lunch on the ship en route to Casa Orquideas, a beautiful privately owned botanical oasis. Sail to Cebaco Island, Panama, overnight.

Day 4 Restingue Island & Cebaco Island Enjoy an amazing swimming and snorkelling experience in the petite paradise of Restingue Island. Set off around noon to nearby Cebaco Island for a beach barbecue and a swim.

In the afternoon, sail on to Punta Patino, spending the night at sea.

Day 5 Punta Patino Embark on an optional excursion to Punta Patino in the Darien National Park and to the Mogue Embera Reserve. Sail upstream in dugout canoes to the Village of Mogue via the mangrove ecosystem lining the river, and be welcomed by Embera Indians.

Day 6 Pearl Islands After an early morning departure, set sail towards the Pearl Islands for a day of swimming, snorkelling and a beach barbecue.

Continue to Panama City and perhaps enjoy an optional excursion to Old Panama and dinner in a local restaurant.

Day 7 Panama City Visit the Panama Canal Expansion Observation Centre in Gatun and dine there for lunch. Head back to Panama City, stopping at the Canal Museum and witness the movement of ships in the locks. Tonight, enjoy an onboard farewell dinner.

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Quepos Puerto Jimenez

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Day 8 Panama City Disembark after breakfast.

REVERSE TRIP

TRIP CODE: PMSR

This trip also runs in reverse. Enter PMSS on our website for more information.

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INCLUSIONS • Full Board meal plan • Services of an onboard Cruise Coordinator OPTIONAL EXTRAS • Arrival transfer • Shore excursions

Pearl Islands Punta Patino Pacific Ocean

DEPARTURE DATES Selected Saturdays from January to March Enter trip code PMSR on our website peregrineadventures.com for a full list of 2018 & 2019 departure dates.

PRICE See inside front cover

• Crew gratuities

Solo travellers will need to pay the Single price listed on the pricing page.

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M/S Galileo Greece 48 //in Syros, peregrineadventures.com

OUR FLEET

M/Y Peregrine Dalmatia

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M/S Panorama II

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M/S Panorama

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M/S Galileo

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M/Y Harmony G

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M/Y Pegasus

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M/Y Harmony V

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Grand Queen Beatriz

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M/Y Peregrine Dalmatia The Peregrine Dalmatia was built in 2012 and designed specifically for sailing the Dalmatian Coast. The ship is equipped with well-appointed cabins and a spacious upper deck – the perfect spot to relax with a cool drink and enjoy the passing scenery. If you like the idea of indulging in a laidback atmosphere and fresh, locally sourced food, you’ll enjoy life aboard the Peregrine Dalmatia.

Features on board • Accommodates 31 guests in 16 cabins

• Upper deck with barbecue area and bar

• Crew of seven

• Half Board Meal Plan

• Spacious sun deck with sun lounges

• Swimming platform • Snorkelling equipment, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards

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M/S Panorama II Cruise in style aboard this state-of-the-art Motor Sailer. Fully renovated in 2015, the Panorama II is your comfortable home on the seas. All cabins are finished with handsome wood trims and equipped with modern amenities, including air conditioning and a mini-fridge. The restaurant at the lower deck is a perfect indoor setting for meals, while the upper deck offers dining al fresco.

Features on board • Accommodates 48 guests in 25 cabins

• Range of indoor and outdoor dining and lounge areas

• Cruising speed of 10 knots

• Swimming platform allows you to swim right off the boat when conditions permit

• Crew of 16–18 • All cabins fitted with air conditioning, TV, hairdryers, mini‑fridge, central music, public address system and safe boxes

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• Snorkelling equipment, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and fishing equipment

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Peregrine Adventure Cruising Upper Deck Premium Twin/Double Bed

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Main Deck Premium Twin Beds or Double Bed Lower Deck Twin/Triple Beds

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Lower Deck Double Bed

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M/S Galileo Rebuilt in 2007, the 48-metre Galileo is a classic steel Motor Sailer with spacious interiors, plenty of comfort and an oldworld charm. Relax in the indoor lounge and elegant dining room on the main deck, or take in the ocean views and fresh air from the sun deck and shady outdoor bar.

Features on board • Accommodates 49 guests in 25 cabins

• Sun deck with sun beds, deck chairs and shaded areas

• Cruising speed of 11 knots

• Shady outdoor bar and lounge with sea views

• Crew of 16–18

• Steps for water access

• Indoor lounge with American bar • Elegant dining room finished with wood and leather

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Variety Cruises

Upper Deck Premium Twin, Double or Twin/Triple Beds

Category A 1 Double or 2 Lower Beds

Lower Deck Twin or Twin/Double Beds

Category B Flexible Bedding Configuration

Lower Deck Standard Double or Twin/ Double Beds

Category C 1 Double or 2 Lower Beds

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M/Y Harmony V Launched in 2009, the Harmony V has the sleek, high-tech look of the private yachts that grace famous ports around the world. The advanced technology of this 55-metre (180-foot)-long/8.2-metre (27-foot)-wide Mega Yacht allows for safe and comfortable cruising, while inside, large windows surround a spacious lounge, American-style bar and cosy dining area. Take it all in on the large sun deck, and cool off with a dip into the ocean from the stern’s easily accessed swimming platform.

Features on board • Accommodates 49 guests in 25 cabins

• Sun deck

• Crew of 16–18

• Open-air bar and lounge area

• Cruising speed of 11 knots

• Indoor and outdoor dining areas • Swimming platform

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Peregrine Adventure Cruising Upper Deck Premium Twin/Double Beds

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Upper Deck Triple Beds Main Deck Twin or Double Beds

MAIN DECK

Main Deck Standard Double

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M/S Panorama The Panorama offers the highest standard of accommodation, comfort and safety. Renovated in 2014, this three-masted, state-of-the-art Motor Sailer has performed several Atlantic Ocean crossings, including sailing from the Seychelles to Monte Carlo and the Black Sea to Tunis.

Features on board • Accommodates 49 guests in 24 cabins

• Indoor dining room with sea views

• Cruising speed of 11 knots

• Sun deck with shaded areas

• Crew of 16–18

• Indoor/outdoor bar and lounge on upper deck

• Lounge with library and floor-to-ceiling windows

• Swimming platform

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Main deck Premium Twin, Main deck Premium Double, Upper Deck Premium Twin

Category A 2 Lower Beds or 1 Double Bed Cabin

Lower Deck Double and Lower Deck Twin

Category B 2 Lower Beds

Lower Deck Standard Double and Lower Deck Standard Twin

Category C 1 Double Bed or 2 Twin Beds

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M/Y Pegasus The twin-hulled Pegasus accommodates up to 44 guests in a relaxed and congenial atmosphere, and after a 2016 renovation has never looked finer. Enjoy marvellous sea views from the deck, relax in the comfortable lounge and savour delicious, fresh food in the al fresco restaurant or spacious dining room.

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• Accommodates 44 guests in 21 cabins

Main Deck Premium Double, Twin and Double or Triple Beds

• Cruising speed of 10 knots • Crew of 16–18 including onboard naturalist guide

UPPER DECK Upper Deck Premium Double Beds

• 240-square-metre open deck • Outdoor restaurant and indoor dining room with sea views • Zen mini-spa on lower deck

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• Swimming platform allows you to swim right off the boat when conditions permit LOWER DECK

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M/Y Harmony G With its sleek, high-tech look and state-of-the-art engine technology, the 54-metre Harmony G is similar to the private yachts found in the famous ports of the world. Make the most of its indoor/outdoor lounge, plush dining room and convenient platform for swimming right off the boat.

Features on board

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• State-of-the-art engines and stabilisers for safe and comfortable cruising • Outdoor dining area and sun deck

MAIN DECK

• Indoor/outdoor lounge with American bar • Indoor dining room with sea views

Peregrine Adventure Cruising

Variety Cruises

Upper Deck Premium Twin or Double Beds

Category P 1 Double Bed or 2 Lower Beds

Main Deck Premium Twin Beds

Category A 2 Lower Beds

Main Deck Twin Beds

Category B 2 Lower Beds

Lower Deck Standard Twin or Double Beds

Category C 1 Double or 2 Lower Beds

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• Swimming platform

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Grand Queen Beatriz Experience the ‘Enchanted Islands’ in our new custom-built yacht, the Grand Queen Beatriz. Our new boutique expedition boat will come into service on the 30th June 2018. Custom built, with a stylish modern design, ensuite bathrooms, outward-facing windows in all cabins (and private balconies in some), and a jacuzzi on the sundeck, the ‘Grand Queen Bea’ will be one of the newest boats operating in the Galapagos.

Features on board • Accommodates 16 guests in 8 cabins

• Air-conditioned

• Cruising speed of 12 knots

• Snorkelling equipment

• Crew of 8

• Wetsuits

• Sun deck and spa • Indoor and outdoor bar • TV lounge

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PREMIUM ADVENTURES IN ALL FORMS One thing we’ve learned is that you never outgrow adventure – the spirit that drives you to get out there and see the world.

Whether it be a small-ship cruise around Iceland or a tour through the heart of Cuba, we’re all for premium adventures.

For us, that means embracing the spirit of adventure through a more immersive cultural journey. Peregrine delivers more than 350 unique itineraries in over 80 destinations across the globe.

LOOKING FOR A LITTLE MORE ADVENTURE? Peregrine also offers a number of small-ship tours that take you to the most remote parts of our world – a terrain ruled entirely by nature. See walruses, penguins and polar bears playing in untouched surrounds, and the magnificent natural wonders of fjords, icebergs and the aurora.

The air may be cold and the environment harsh, but after getting your fill of the sights and sounds you’ll have our luxury ships to call home. With well-trained and responsible leaders, your polar ventures will be informative, exhilarating and – most of all – life-changing.

For more information on travel to the Arctic and Antarctica visit: peregrineadventures.com/polar-tours

Photo: Christopher Michel @ChrisMichel

GUARANTEED DEPARTURES All of Peregrine’s tours are guaranteed to depart (subject to the standard terms and conditions), so you can confidently arrange your time away from home, flights, and other travel, safe in the knowledge the trip will run as scheduled. We encourage you to book your adventure as early as possible, particularly during peak seasons.

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