Our 5-star fleet offers an authentic sailing experience to make your journey unforgettable. While onboard, indulge in a relaxing massage at the spa, or try hot-rock cooking at the onboard restaurant. Then, disembark for an eye-opening visit to a local winery or a walking tour of some of the world’s most iconic cities and undiscovered gems. All the while, enjoy these world-class ship amenities:

• 77 cabins, including a landmark 15 solo cabins, most of which have full walk-out balconies, for the most flexible style of travel — plus, suites designed for comfortable triple-occupancy as well as adjoining room options
• A culinary program offering gourmet dining incorporating regional fare, with wine and beer included at dinner
• Spa, massage, and hair services available at the onboard spa
• Sauna
• Two hot tubs
• Fitness center
• Curated lectures, programs, musical performances, and cultural events
• Low passenger-to-crew ratio, plus onboard Concierge
• Knowledgeable staff by region
• Onboard medical doctor (travelers are responsible for medical fees associated with doctor visit and medications)
• Gift Shop
• Library with over 200 titles
• Separate, intimate dining space for groups or special events (available upon request)
• Complimentary unlimited WiFi (WiFi on certain segments of trips may not be available)
• Entertainment programming with 100 movie titles
• Environmentally friendly standards with reduced emissions into air and sea and lower energy consumption
• Dynamic positioning technology
• State-of-the-art safety technology, Polar Code 6 compliant, and fully compliant with the latest SOLAS requirements in expedition cruising
• Rolls-Royce stabilizer system; “Safe Return to Port” technology

As you cruise the eastern seaboards of North and South America, you’ll enjoy a multitude of active endeavors, from swimming and kayaking opportunities in the Caribbean to piranha fishing in the Amazon.

• Enjoy time to explore the Canada’s and the U.S.’s cosmopolitan cities on your own (time permitting) during active walks in Montréal, Québec City, Halifax, Lunenburg, and Boston
• Explore Prince Edward Island National Park, a spectacular enclave of red and white sand beaches, woodlands, salt marshes, and rugged headlands
• In Charlottetown, follow a trail through the historic streets the delegates walked when they gathered for the conference that led to the Confederation of Canada
• Explore the charms of coastal towns and villages like Gaspé, Pictou, and Bar Harbor on foot
• Enjoy kayaking in Wilmington or Charleston
• Take a swim in Nassau, Bahamas
• Walk among the ghostly prison ruins of Devil’s Island, one of history’s most feared penal colonies
• Explore bustling markets along the Amazon River in Manaus
• Explore bustling markets along the Amazon River in Manaus and along Brazil’s coast in Fortaleza and Salvador
• Set out on a piranha fishing expedition on Lake Maica
• Climb the 365 steps that lead to the Penha Convent of Vila Velha, where magnificent coastal and city view await
• Explore lush Atlantic forests via walking trails that traverse the state park of Ilha Grande and the hillsides of Camboriú
• Enjoy active walking tours of historic colonial centers along coastal Brazil and Uruguay, including Paraty and Montevideo
• Take refreshing dips at Ilha Grande’s beautiful Black Beach, fed by the natural pools of an historic aqueduct, and Camboriú’s Laranjeiras Beach, situated at the end of a cable car ride

A long and storied history of arts and culture await during this enriching itinerary, from Montréal to Buenos Aires.

• Step into the delightful world of Anne of Green Gables during a visit to the Prince Edward Island house that inspired its author, Lucy Maud Montgomery
• Witness the tradition of smoking herring on the Magdalen Islands and even sample some for yourself
• Enjoy visits to some of eastern Canada’s most renowned art institutions, including the Atelier Côtier in the Magdalen Islands
• See the exterior of the historic homes of legendary authors Nathaniel Hawthorne, Louisa May Alcott, and Ralph Waldo Emerson
• Explore the artists' colony in Provincetown, which has drawn famous writers and artists since the beginning of the 20th century and which still boasts an array of eclectic galleries, theaters, and more
• Learn about the 19th-century religious campgrounds at Oak Bluffs, where worshippers built fanciful gingerbread cottages that are still enjoyed by their heirs today
• Admire the Gilded Age architecture of Newport, Rhode Island
• Admire colonial craftsmanship during an artisan demonstration in Williamsburg
• Learn about Wilmington’s architectural heritage during your visit to the Bellamy Mansion, a historic home and design museum
• Explore the colorful folk art and crafts traditions of the Bahamian capital of Nassau, part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network
• Immerse yourself in the rich culture of the Dominican Republic during visits to a cheese factory, a bread factory, an artisan’s home, and a tobacco plantation
• Learn about rum production during a tour of a Martinique distillery
• Tour St. Lucia’s Old Sugar Mill, once central to the island’s economy and history
• See the stunning Teatro Amazonas (Manaus Opera House), built with glass from France and marble from Italy
• Browse Manaus’s historic Mercado Adolpho Lisboa, fashioned after the Les Halles market of Paris
• Admire the beautiful handcrafted pottery and arts at the Cooperativa da Paneleiras de Goiabeiras in Vitória
• Experience Salvador’s mix of African and European heritage
• Marvel at a capoeira performance, a lively dance rooted in a tradition of the martial arts
• Visit the José de Alencar Theater in Fortaleza, a tribute to the region’s beloved poet
• Witness the glamour and extravagance of Armação dos Búzios, the St. Tropez of South America
• Take in the lively culture of Rio de Janeiro with visits to the famed Ipanema Beach and the dining institution of Confeitaria Colombo
• Go behind the scenes to learn more about Rio’s samba music and dance
• Behold Rio’s breathtaking Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado Mountain
• Visit the Coffee Museum and the Museum of the Santos Football Club, alma mater of Pelé, during a tour of vibrant Santos
• Admire the splendid art and architecture of Rio Grande, from the neo-Classical Alfândega do Porto (Customs House) and Baroque Cathedral São Pedro to the Museum of Sacred Art and the sculptures of Praça Tamandaré
• Visit the breathtaking curvilinear home and studio of the late artist Carlos Páez Vilaró perched on a cliffside overlooking the Atlantic
• Marvel at the European-flavored cityscape of Buenos Aires
• Visit an estancia, or ranch, in the Argentinean pampas for a hands-on lesson in the art and sport of polo

Discover some of the most significant cultural and historic treasures in the world throughout your cruise.

• 13 UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Montréal, UNESCO City of Design; Historic District of Old Québec; Old Town Lunenburg; Percé UNESCO Global Geopark; Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park; Pitons of St. Lucia; Historic Bridgetown and its Garrison; Nassau, part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network; Historic center of Salvador; Rio de Janeiro’s Carioca Landscapes between the Mountain and the Sea; Discovery Coast Atlantic Forest Reserves; Historic Quarter of the City of Colonia del Sacramento; Paraty and Ilha Grande; PLUS a performance of the tango, on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list
• Learn about the industrial and seafaring heritage of Pictou, Nova Scotia when you visit the Nova Scotia Museum of Industry and the Hector Heritage Quay Interpretive Centre
• Visit the Fairview Lawn Cemetery and hear compelling tales of how victims of the Titanic were brought here for burial
• Explore the remarkably preserved Old Town of Lunenberg, still laid out as it was when the British constructed it
• Tour sites pivotal to the Revolutionary War in Boston, Lexington, and Concord
• Follow in the footsteps of Paul Revere, John Adams, Samuel Adams, and other revolutionary heroes as you walk sections of Boston’s famous Freedom Trail
• Revisit the very beginning of the American Revolution in Lexington and Concord, featuring Minuteman National Park
• Pay your respects to the victims of the World Trade Center attack at the 9/11 Memorial in New York
• View some of Charleston’s most historic attractions such as the Citadel, Rainbow Row, and more
• Visit Barbados’s Sunbury House, the 1650 manse that today is a repository of artifacts, including the Caribbean’s largest collection of carriages and the first optical machinery in the West Indies
• Explore the historic grounds of France’s notorious penal colony on Devil’s Island, French Guiana
• Discover Vitória, one of the oldest cities in Brazil, with its convent dating to the 16th century
• Witness the beauty of the tango, on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List

This cruise will elucidate the breadth of natural extremes as you make your way from North America in early autumn to summertime below the equator. Here’s how you’ll experience it up close:

• Marvel at Montmorency Falls, a roaring and scenic cascade that feeds the St. Lawrence
• View the breathtaking coast of the Gaspé Peninsula, and its centerpiece — the massive Percé Rock — looming like a hulking ship, part of a UNESCO Global Geopark
• Take a boat excursion around Bonaventure Island, where more than 200 bird species reside, including puffins, razorbills, and one of the largest colonies of northern gannets in the world
• Walk the Dune du Sud on Îles de la Madeleine, a scenic beach overlooked by stunning red sandstone cliffs
• Witness the green fields, red earth, and white-sand beaches of Prince Edward Island
• Gaze upon the spectacular natural wonders of Acadia National Park, a breathtaking canvas of coastal, mountain, and forest beauty
• See monkeys, flamingos, lorikeets, and other Bahamian wildlife during your visit to Aradastra Gardens
• Take in the lush beauty and turquoise waters of St. Kitts during a scenic two-hour ride on an open-air train
• Marvel at an endless parade of colorful tropical blooms at the Botanical Gardens of the Dominican Republic, Martinique, and St. Lucia
• Witness pools of gurgling hot springs at the Caribbean’s only drive-in volcano, on St. Lucia
• Cruise past St. Lucia’s iconic landmark, the twin volcanic spires of the Pitons
• Venture into a glittering world of crystallized limestone, stalagmites, and stalactites in Harrison’s Cave on Barbados
• Embark a small boat to view the remarkable Meeting of the Waters, where the differently colored Amazon and Tapajós rivers flow alongside each other for several miles
• Take in the tranquility of Lake Maica, a natural outlet of the Amazon, and cast a line to fish for the famous piranha
• Enjoy scenic cruising along the Amazon River, its dense rain forests hugging the river’s shores and harboring all manner of wildlife, from monkeys to a rich array of birds
• View Brazil’s most beautiful beaches, including Futuro in Fortaleza, Camburi in Vitória, and some of the 12 stunning beaches of the resort town of Armação dos Búzios
• Marvel at the stunning landscape Rio de Janeiro, a spectacular canvas of soaring peaks, dense forests, and long crescent beaches along Guanabara Bay, including the famed Ipanema and Copacabana beaches
• Visit some of Brazil’s most beautiful beaches, including Black Beach on Ilha Grande, Laranjeiras Beach in Camboriú, and the many stretches of sand in the posh resort town of Punta del Este
• Gaze upon the lush Costa Verde, or Green Coast, that stretches the length of Brazil, part of the Discovery Coast Atlantic Forest Reserves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Few things reveal as much about a culture and its people as the food they eat. Here’s how you’ll experience the culinary offerings of numerous regions and countries, from New England lobster to Brazilian churrasco.

• Learn about lobster from a local fisherman in Peggy's Cove
• Learn how herring has been smoked for generations in the Magdalen Islands and have a taste of this traditional preparation
• As you explore Montréal on your own, stop to sample one of its renowned — and indulgent — dishes: poutine, French fries covered in pork gravy and cheese curds
• On your own and during included meals, savor the bounty of New England — creamy clam chowder, fresh sweet lobster, flaky cod, orchard-fresh apples, Rhode Island calamari, fall squashes and more
• Whatever your tastes are, they will be satisfied by New York’s nonstop culinary variety. Choose from Michelin-starred temples of haute cuisine or grab a classic Nathan’s frank from a street vendor. Try a giant Reuben sandwich in one of the Jewish delis of the Lower East Side, or go for dim sum in Chinatown. There’s classic Italian in Little Italy, soul food in Harlem, superb Indian in the East village, and so much more. Your Vantage Concierge can point you in the right direction
• Savor the best of southern cooking in Charleston, one of the planet’s hottest culinary destinations. From traditional Low Country favorites (think she-crab soup, hoppin’ john and shrimp and grits), to the innovative, farm-to-table creations of New Southern cuisine, Charleston is a foodie’s paradise!
• Dine in a Brazilian steakhouse in Rio de Janeiro
• Learn about mate in Argentina
• Visit several local markets throughout your cruisetour

You’ll encounter diverse ecosystems throughout your journey, each supporting an enormous variety of bird species. Have your binoculars (included in your cabin) and your cameras ready to catch the action!

• View the largest northern gannet colony accessible to humans — over 120,000 seabirds! — on Bonaventure Island, off the Gaspé Peninsula
• Encounter some of the 200 or more species that reside in the Percé UNESCO Global Geopark, from puffins to razorbills
• As you cruise the St. Lawrence River, keep watch for osprey soaring above in search of fish
• Look for the great cormorant along the rocky coastlines of the Gaspé Peninsula and Maine
• Rise with the sun to catch Amazonian birds (1,200 species total!) at their most active, crisscrossing the river in flight
• Spot raptor species such as the harpy eagle high in the trees, and waders like the roseate spoonbill low on the banks as they survey the shores for their next meal
• Watch for the flashes of vibrant reds and blues of the scarlet macaw, one of the Amazon rainforest’s most beautiful winged creatures

You’ve traveled a long way for this journey, and photography will be key to keeping these memories alive for years to come. Here are a few tips: 

• Take your time to capture an image. Think like a photographer and slow down to compose your shot. Remember: tourists take pictures, while photographers make images
• From the lesser-traveled ports of Ilha Grande and Paraty to the vibrant cities of Rio de Janeiro, Montevideo, and Buenos Aires, you’ll encounter some larger-than-life scenes and landmarks on this trip, which might create pressure to fit everything into one shot. Instead, focus on a distinctive feature rather than trying to incorporate everything into frame
• Use your surroundings. Instead of edging out other tourists from your photos, utilize them to enhance the scene. Try tilting the camera at your target (including tourists and the real scene in the background or forefront) and the image is instantly more intriguing than a generic snapshot
• Pursue quirky composition — shooting off-center makes for a more artsy, unique shot

On this small ship ocean cruise, independent travelers will enjoy solo-friendly features, such as:

• Onboard Concierge services to personalize your expedition
• Water-sport opportunities, depending on the location
• A lively social media night and musical performances most nights
• Solo-friendly social activities, including a Solo Connection mixer
• Onboard entertainment, lectures, and cooking demonstrations
• Health and wellness options, including onboard spa, jacuzzis, and a gym

The Worldwide Concierge service will be available throughout your entire small ship ocean cruise to help you customize your journey. Here are just a few services your Concierge can provide:

• Do you have a special birthday, anniversary, family reunion or other important event you want to celebrate on board? Let your Concierge know and he or she can make all the special arrangements, whether it’s a private reception in your suite, a gathering in the lounge, and more
• Restaurant reservations. Just notify your Concierge of your interests, and he or she will be happy to make recommendations, and will call ahead to reserve your table
• Special excursions. Would you like a limo to take you for a special night in the city? Perhaps you’d like to look up long-lost relatives. Your Concierge is here to help!
• Extend your stay! Your Concierge can help modify your hotel reservations and flights if you decide to stay on
• Tickets to local concerts, exhibits, theater, sporting events, and more

Take advantage of this free, start-to-finish service by making your requests prior to your journey or during your journey. We are one of the only companies to offer this level of service! Call 1-888-982-6824 or email Concierge@vantagetravel.com to speak to a Concierge today, or simply log into My Portfolio up to two weeks prior to departure.