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Longitudinal World Cruise IV

From the Great Lakes to the Antarctic Frontier

Embark on an exhilarating voyage from the heart of the Great Lakes, navigating through the Americas to the breathtaking Antarctic Peninsula. Travel along the iconic St. Lawrence Seaway and the Atlantic coastline, explore the rich history of the Yucatán Peninsula, and cross the legendary Panama Canal. Enhance your adventure with optional excursions to Machu Picchu and the Galápagos, and marvel at the majestic icebergs of the "Last Continent" on this unforgettable expedition.

Day by day

Day 1 : Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Board your ship and get comfortable in your stateroom. Milwaukee was first settled by Europeans in 1818 when French-Canadian fur trader Solomon Juneau arrived. Later, German, Polish, and Eastern European immigrants brought a strong beer-brewing tradition, making Milwaukee the world's top beer producer for much of the 20th century. Today, the city thrives as a hub of art, history, and culture. The RiverWalk, a scenic pedestrian path along the Milwaukee River, is a great place for a relaxing stroll or admiring public art.

Day 2 : Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Nestled on Lake Michigan’s shores, Milwaukee sits at the meeting point of three rivers—the Milwaukee, Menomonee, and Kinnickinnic. Long before European arrival, indigenous groups such as the Potawatomi, Menominee, Fox, and Winnebago inhabited the area. Missionary Jacques Marquette explored Milwaukee in 1647, followed by fur traders. The settlement remained a secondary trading post until after the Revolutionary War when Jacques Vieau established the “Milwaukee Outfit,” transforming it into a key trading hub along Lake Michigan’s western shores.

| Disko Island | huge icebergs
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| Falkland | Commerson’s dolphins
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Cambridge Bay | Canada | Antarctica
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Highlights

Sail from the Great Lakes to Antarctica on a grand expedition
Explore the St. Lawrence Seaway and the Atlantic coastline
Discover the Yucatán Peninsula and transit the Panama Canal
Optional overland tours to Machu Picchu and the Galápagos
Marvel at the icebergs and wildlife of the Antarctic Peninsula

Activities

Sea Kayaking
Sea Kayaking
Under full instruction from your sea kayaking guide, experience true tranquillity as you paddle through clinking ice floes and realise the enormity of the surrounding scenery. Look out for breaching whales, lounging seals and penguins zipping alongside your kayak. Some experience is required.
Ice Camping
Ice Camping
Camp out on the ice and experience the silence which blankets the continent by night. This is your chance to completely connect with this ethereal ice world – wrap up warm and embrace the Antarctic elements.
Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing
Get a spring in your step when you slip on a pair of snowshoes in Antarctica. Enabling you to easily scale gentle slopes, this unique activity allows you to access hard to reach places and seek out the most impressive views.
Photography
Photography
Learn to capture wildlife and landscape shots in a small group photography program, including critiquing sessions and editing classes. Plus, Explorer Boat excursions with a dedicated photography expert on landings.
Explorer Boats
Explorer Boats
Achieve the best views and photographs from a forward facing Explorer Boats. They allow you to sit comfortably and securely while crackling through the ice-strewn waters. Look out for wildlife such as penguins, seals and whales as you cruise.
Yoga
Yoga
It doesn’t get more serene than complimentary yoga classes to the tune of glacial scenery. Join the most unique exercise setting in the world after a day of exploration. Classes are regular but are dependent on weather conditions and swell.
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