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Discover the wonderful traditions, flavours and scenery of the Casablanca Valley during this memorable, full-day excursion to Estancia El Cuadro.

Casablanca Valley and Estancia El Cuadro

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately one-hour drive to the heart of the Casablanca Valley for a visit to Estancia El Cuadro, one of the most prestigious winegrowing locales of the world. Casablanca Valley vineyards, first planted in the early-1980s, have earned worldwide recognition in a relatively short space of time. The warm, temperate climate of the area is greatly influenced by the coastal sea breezes, which, in combination with a perfect terroir in a valley situated on the coastal plane, provide ideal conditions varieties of grape.

Chilean Rodeo Show and Folkloric Dance Demonstration

Upon arrival at the approximately 1,730-acre (about 700-hectare) Estancia El Cuadro, take in a lively presentation of the 'huasos' (Chilean cowboys) showing their skills on the ground, expertly manoeuvring the reins to guide their horses' movements followed by a demonstration of Chile's national dance, the 'Cueca'.

Wine Tasting and Chilean Barbecue

Next, proceed to the wine tasting room. This room is a trip back in time, a wine museum that boasts an original machinery collection used for the production of wine and liquor during the early-1900s. Learn the secrets of climate, soil and the geographical characteristics of this valley, and sample two varieties of wine. Following your wine tasting, enjoy a traditional Chilean barbecue. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and drive back to the ship.

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 328 yards (about 300 metres), at times over uneven surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and at the Estancia El Cuadro. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes and sun protection are recommended. Guests must be at least 21 years old to participate in tastings of alcoholic beverages. The order of the events might vary.

Explore the lovely homes of former Nobel Prize-winning poet Pablo Neruda during this scenic, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Valparaiso, Isla Negra Guided Tour of Pablo Neruda's Former Home-Turned-Museum

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 1.5-hour drive to the seaside village of Isla Negra. Besides being world-renowned known for its wines and seafood, Chile is also famous for its poets, including Nobel Prize winners Gabriela Mistral and Pablo Neruda. Today, visit two of the houses of the latter, now turned into museums.

Guided Tour of Pablo Neruda's Isla Negra Museum-House, Gift Shop

Upon arrival in Isla Negra, a visit is made to the elegant museum-house of Pablo Neruda. The Nobel-laureate Chilean poet, diplomat and politician built this house himself, and kept his exotic collection of shells and nautical objects here.

Guided Tour of Pablo Neruda's La Sebastiana, Gift Shop

Following your guided tour, re-board your coach and head to another former home of Neruda, La Sebastiana. Neruda lived and worked in this five-storey house, which features a magnificent view of the bay. Both museums have gift shops to browse for souvenirs of your visit. At the conclusion of your tour, re-board your coach and commence the short drive to the pier.

This tour is designed for guests with flights leaving Santiago International Airport after 7:30p.m. on disembarkation day.

Chile's sprawling capital lies some 120 km (75 miles) from Valparaiso, and is one of South America's most sophisticated cities, and a thriving metropolis that is home to almost six million friendly santiaguinos, over a third of Chile's entire population.

Leave the pier travelling east towards Santiago passing by the famous Casablanca and Curacavi Valleys. In Santiago, explore the major sights of downtown and uptown areas with the aim of showing Santiago's contrasts between the city's colonial heart, and its modern side.

Palacio de La Moneda

The first stop will be in the administrative and governmental heart of the city where the Palacio de La Moneda Government Palace sits. Originally a colonial mint ('moneda' means coin), it was designed by Italian architect Joaquín Toesca, opening in 1805 while still under construction. While the Palace served as presidential residence between 1845 and 1930, today it houses the offices of the President and three Cabinet ministers: Interior, General Secretariat of the Presidency and General Secretariat of the Government.

Plaza de Armas

Continue to the Plaza de Armas, the city's most famous square surrounded by some beautiful buildings including the impressive Cathedral and Central Post Office.

Before heading to San Cristobal Hill, a 3 course lunch will be served in a leading restaurant nearby.

San Cristobal Hill

Following lunch, continue through the city's uptown area en route to San Cristobal Hill, providing a contrast to the more traditional constructions seen earlier in the day. A magnificent view of the city and the omnipresent Andes is a fitting way to round off the tour of the nation's capital before heading for a sightseeing drive through the upper districts of Santiago and on to the airport to take your flight home.

Chile's sprawling capital lies some 120 km (75 miles) from Valparaiso, and is one of South America's most sophisticated cities, and a thriving metropolis that is home to almost six million friendly santiaguinos, over a third of Chile's entire population.

Leave the pier travelling east towards Santiago passing by the famous Casablanca and Curacavi Valleys. In Santiago, explore the major sights of downtown and uptown areas with the aim of showing Santiago's contrasts between the city's colonial heart, and its modern side.

Palacio de La Moneda

The first stop will be in the administrative and governmental heart of the city where the Palacio de La Moneda Government Palace sits. Originally a colonial mint ('moneda' means coin), it was designed by Italian architect Joaquín Toesca, opening in 1805 while still under construction. While the Palace served as presidential residence between 1845 and 1930, today it houses the offices of the President and three Cabinet ministers: Interior, General Secretariat of the Presidency and General Secretariat of the Government.

Plaza de Armas

Continue to the Plaza de Armas, the city's most famous square surrounded by some beautiful buildings including the impressive Cathedral and Central Post Office.

Before heading to San Cristobal Hill, a 3 course lunch will be served in a leading restaurant nearby.

San Cristobal Hill

Following lunch, continue through the city's uptown area en route to San Cristobal Hill, providing a contrast to the more traditional constructions seen earlier in the day. A magnificent view of the city and the omnipresent Andes is a fitting way to round off the tour of the nation's capital before heading for a sightseeing drive through the upper districts of Santiago. Tour ends at the pier.

Savour the flavour of the wines born in this region during this half-day outing. The Casablanca Valley is a sub-region of the Aconcagua Valley, but its vineyards - first planted in the early 1980s - have earned worldwide recognition in a relatively short space of time.

Casas Del Bosque

Departing the pier in your air-conditioned vehicle with your guide, proceed for scenic drive to the Casablanca Valley. The warm, temperate climate of the area is greatly influenced by the coastal sea breezes, which in combination with a perfect terrier in a valley provide ideal conditions for certain varieties of grape. It is not unlike Santa Barbara and portions of Sonoma, and fittingly, the grapes that have done best over the past half-decade or so have been Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. While the area is best known for its crisp white wines, in particular Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay, varieties such as Gewürztraminer and certain lighter reds such as Pinot Noir are fast becoming the varieties du jour.

Your first visit will be made at the Casas Del Bosque vineyard which was chosen as the 'Chilean Vineyard of the Year' according to the International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC) in London. The visit will commence with a guided tour of the winery and cellars. The tour visits the deck overlooking the Pinot Noir sector, the Harvest Courtyard, the tank cellar, the bottling plant and finally the Barrel cellar. Next, continue with a tasting focusing on their superb, award-winning premium red and white wines including their award-winning Sauvignon Blanc. A selection of dried fruits and cheeses will be served to accompany the wines during the tastings.

Viña Mar

From here we visit Viña Mar which is another of Casablanca's emerging vineyards. Along with its whites and reds, the winery is currently producing Chile's best sparkling wines, many of which are produced and bottled for other, larger vineyards. A tasting of their superb Méthode Champenoise is included during the visit.

Following this visit, re-join your transfer for the return ride to the pier and your awaiting ship.

In-transit guests can explore the splendid art, culture and history of Chile during this picturesque, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Viña del Mar, Fonck Museum, Moai Statue and Artefacts

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to Viña del Mar. Upon arrival, proceed for a visit to the historical and archaeological Fonck Museum, which holds an original Moai statue brought over from Easter Island. On the first floor is an interesting collection of Chilean, Pre-Columbian cultural artefacts; the second floor features an exhibition of flora and fauna.

La Florida Hill, La Sebastiana Museum and Bay Views

Leaving the Fonck Museum, re-board your coach and head towards La Florida Hill for a visit to La Sebastiana. This museum was the former home of Pablo Neruda, the Nobel Prize-winning Chilean poet. He lived and worked in this five-storey house, which offers a magnificent view of the bay.

Plaza Sotomayor, Heroes of Iquique Monument and Intendencia

Next, re-board your coach and continue on for a brief stop at Plaza Sotomayor, where the monument to the Heroes of Iquique was unveiled in 1886. Beneath this monument is the crypt containing the remains of the heroes who fell heroically during the Battle of Iquique. Facing the shore is the former Intendencia. Built in 1919, it now houses the Commanding Headquarters of the Naval Zone. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board the coach and commence the approximately 30-minute drive back to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 394 yards (about 360 metres), with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach, 20 steps at the Fonck Museum and 50 steps at the La Sebastiana Museum; elevators are available at the Fonck Museum. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes and sun protection are recommended. Flash photography is not permitted in the museums. The tour sequence and duration may vary. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Explore Santiago during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Explore Valparaiso/Viña del Mar during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Explore Santiago (Valparaíso) during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Explore Valparaiso/Viña del Mar during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

This tour is designed for guests with flights leaving Santiago International Airport after 6:30 p.m. local time on disembarkation day.

Embrace the splendid beauty, traditions and flavours of Chile during this full-day winery tour and horse show in the Casablanca Valley and a traditional lunch at a hacienda.

Valley of Casablanca

Leave the pier to head directly to the famous Valley of Casablanca. Chile is a country world-wide known for its wine production. This valley is one of the most important places for premium -wine production. Visit an outstanding winery located at the same valley only 45 km (27.96 miles) from Valparaiso.

Upon arrival, you are welcomed and taken on a guided tour through its facilities, learning about the different phases of wine production and its system, to end up with a wine tasting session where you will taste 2 different types of wines.

El Rosario Valley

Continue your tour traveling towards El Rosario Valley to visit an exclusive Hacienda/Ranch, where you will learn about the traditional country customs through activities and gastronomy.

Puro Caballo, a typical Chilean Horse Stable is where you may enjoy a fun day learning while being part of a real Chilean Creole show, which brings to life the traditions of Chile's countryside, always in touch with the local rural style, offering its folklore and cuisine, its representative national personage 'El Huaso' and the horses as symbols of the country.

You are greeted the owners of the hacienda and offered a pisco sour (Chile's national drink) and a nice warm empanada, a local meat pie to prepare you to enjoy a condensed version, while receiving explanations about the morphology of the Chilean horse. Afterwards, you are lead to the horse stadium to learn about the Chilean Horse skills. Discover how both Huaso and horse work together in perfect harmony as they are put through different tests, having the opportunity to see our national dance, the Cueca, danced on horseback.

Proceed to enjoy a tasty traditional lunch at his country-style restaurant.

Finally, some free time is available to enjoy at leisure to walk around or shop some local handcrafts mainly related with the huaso and his horse as saddles, spurs, stirrup, chamantos (Chilean poncho) all hand-made, as well as some lapislázuli jewels and souvenirs from the place.

At the agreed time and place, re-join your coach for the drive onwards to the International Airport of Santiago.

Please note: This tour is for disembarking guests with flights leaving Santiago International Airport after 6:30 p.m. local time. This programme involves minimal walking and is suitable for guests with limited mobility; however it is not wheelchair accessible. Guests should dress in seasonal attire and wear flat walking shoes.

Enjoy a short introduction to the famed Chilean Wine Route. The Colchagua Valley lies between Chile's capital and the Pacific Coast, with an ideal climate for the robust reds - Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, etc. - that have caused such a stir in the wine world. Visit two wineries and the Colchagua Museum.

Please note: Guests participating in this program should schedule their flights into Santiago Airport.

Day 1 - SANTIAGO

Upon arrival at Santiago Airport, you are met and transferred to your hotel. The balance of the day is at your leisure. If your flight arrives in the early morning, you may wish to reserve an additional night to guarantee immediate check-in upon arrival. Dinner this evening is served at the hotel.

Overnight at the Santiago Hotel- Santiago, Chile.

Day 2 - SANTIAGO / SANTA CRUZ

Following breakfast this morning, meet your guide for the 2.5h drive to the Colchagua Valley. The Andes mountains provide a dramatic backdrop to the morning. The valley itself is prized for formidable red wines and is home to over 30 wineries. Inhabited for over 10,000 years, this valley's airidity has preserved hundreds of sites making this area an archaeological gold mine of sand-preserved mummies, fossilized dinosaur footprints, and a nice cool weather to grow succulent grape vines.

Originally from Bordeaux, a region known as the birthplace of the world's great red wines, the Malbec variety is known for its intense cherry-red color, sweet, friendly tannins, and pronounced notes of fruits and spices. Although it is most often associated with Argentina, it is also very successfully grown Chile.Viña Viu Manent, located in the heart of the Colchagua Valley, was a pioneer in producing Malbec in Chile when it began 20 years ago. In 1993 this family-owned and operated winery made Chile's first 100% Malbec wine from grapes grown on vines that were nearly a century old.

Lunch is served this afternoon at a local restaurant.

This afternoon, spend some time at the Colchagua Museum. This private institution includes a collection of nearly 7,000 items mainly related to the disciplines of Paleontology, Archeology, History of Chile and much more. Few visitors can imagine that behind its modest facade, typical of the Chilean colonial time, one can find an exhibit of the one of the most dramatic rescues of modern times - an almost exact replica of the underground refuge of "San Jose" mine and the "Fenix" capsule that rescued the 33 trapped miners.

At the end of your visit, check-in to your hotel. Take some time to relax and freshen-up before dinner is served at the hotel.

Overnight at the Santa Cruz Plaza Hotel - Santa Cruze, Chile

Please note, there are no 5-star properties in Santa Cruz. This property is considered a 4-star hotel and offers comfortable, though not lavish, accommodations.

Day 3 - SANTA CRUZ / SANTIAGO

Breakfast is served at your hotel this morning. Then it's time to meet your guide again for a visit to the boutique Neyen de Apalta winery, where so-called 'new world' wines are produced with the help of the unique soil and well-aged vines. Thought extinct for more than a century in its native Bordeaux, the Colchagua valley is now the best place in the world to sample wines made from the recently rediscovered Carménère grape.

The Carmenère and Cabernet Sauvignon vines that were planted in 1890 now produce excellent fruit due to their deep roots and natural balance. The tour of the winery will allow you to appreciate their hundred-year-old grapevines dating back to late nineteenth century, as well as both its modern vinification techniques and the historical cellar ending with a wine tasting.

Lunch today is served picnic-style.

Return to Santiago this afternoon and enjoy the balance of the day at your leisure. Dinner tonight is on your own account.

Overnight at the Santiago Hotel - Santiago, Chile.

Day 4 - SANTIAGO / VALPARISO

After an breakfast this morning transfer directly to the pier for check-in. The staff and crew are looking forward to welcoming you aboard.

For rates and availability please contact Silversea Cruises.

Program Inclusions:

• Two, one-night stays at the Santiago Hotel by Mandarin - Santiago, Chile
• One-night stay in a Standard Room at the Santa Cruz Plaza Hotel - Santa Cruz, Chile
• Breakfast daily, two lunches and two dinners
• All guided tours as per itinerary
• Transfers between airport, hotel and pier in air-conditioned vehicles

Luggage Information:

Please have one small bag packed and ready to go with you to the Colchagua Valley. The remainder of your luggage will be stored at your hotel in Santiago until your return. Dress on this program is casual.

Visa Information:

Please check with your travel professional for details regarding a Chilean visa. It is the responsibility of each guest to obtain appropriate visa documents prior to cruising.

Accessibility:

The sights visited on this program are not well-equipped for mobility-impaired guests; therefore, this tour is not recommended for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair.

Vaccinations:

Consult your physician for information regarding vaccinations or medications that may be appropriate for your state of health.

Please note:

All Land Programs require a minimum number of participants in order to operate as described. If this minimum number is not obtained, Silversea reserves the right to offer the program at a different rate based on private arrangements, or to cancel a specific departure.

This description is a general overview of the highlights of this program. The local Silversea representative will do everything possible to insure that all of the sites described here are visited, though the tour sequence and specific sites mentioned is subject to change. Closure of some sites due to local or national holiday observances, flight schedules, weather or other factors may affect the program, and the local operator reserves the right to substitute other sites if necessary.

Gratuities to guides/drivers, meals and alcoholic drinks other than those noted in itinerary, and other personal expenses are not included in the price of this tour. This program is subject to a 100% penalty for any cancellation notices received 90 days or less prior to sailing.

All Land Adventure fares are subject to change and are not guaranteed until payment is received in full by Silversea. All Land Adventures are non-transferable and non-refundable for any reason, within 90 days of sailing and are recommended to guests 18 years or age and older. Our local operator reserves the right to substitute other sites if local situations, including holidays and weather, require. Silversea shall have no obligation or liability of any kind to guests for the business practices, acts or omissions in connection with or arising out of arrangements with independent contractors, including but not limited to airline carriers, ground-tour operators, and hotels since they are neither agents for nor employees of Silversea Cruises. Silversea's liability does not extend beyond the vessel.

Wine Country

Ship: Silver Explorer

Voyage Number: 7904 (Post-cruise)

Sailing departure: 21 February 2019

Program departure: 07 March 2019

Nights: 3 Nights

Disembarkation port start: Valparaiso

Gateway airport end: Santiago

Highlights:

● 2 nights at the exclusive Vina Vik Millahue, a sensational property that has become the top winery in Chile

● Photographic opportunities galore

● Day of activities at Vina Vik including horseback riding, cycling and tracking

● Exclusive wine tasting led by local Sommelier

● Explore nearby haciendas and the Huaso culture

● Private visit to Montes and Lapostolle Wineries guided by local experts

● Explore Colchagua Museum with its Curator

● One night at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Santiago

Itinerary:

Day 1 - Arrive at Valparaiso where you'll be instructed to private transportation to the Vina Vik Millahue in the Colchagua Valley. The Vina Vik is a luxury vineyard and retreat owned by a Scandinavian couple that combines their passion for wine, modern architecture, and contemporary art into a sensual compound. The Vina Vik won the Conde Nast Travelers Reader's Choice Award in 2017. Enjoy a photography excursion of the grounds and a sunset dinner with expertly chosen wine selection.

Day 2 - Wake up to breakfast in the warm modernist dining area with views of the 11,000-acre winery and the Andes Mountains in the distance. Embark on a day exploring the contemporary art installations at the Vik or participate in activities curated by the winery that explores the valley and its natural surroundings by foot, hoof, or bicycle. In the afternoon there's an excursion to nearby haciendas where the lifestyle of the Chilean cowboy can be experienced firsthand. Touch the Huaso culture's hand -crafted goods, including beautiful handwoven ponchos and the iconic "Chupalla" hat.

Day 3 - Enjoy a morning wine tour of the Montes and Lapostolle wineries. Learn about modern sustainability practices of these businesses and taste the result of their attention to detail. Tasting are accompanied by experts and are followed by a curator-led visit at the Colchagua museum. Lunch will be enjoyed at Lapostolle; where the wine steers the cuisine. Check in at the Ritz Carlton in Santiago for evening relaxation and dinner at establishment of your choosing.

Day 4 - Check out and private transportation to Santiago airport for onward flight home.

Program Inclusions:

• 3 nights of accommodation mentioned in the program
• Private transportation
• All meals and drinks
• Curated experiences throughout your exploration

Discover one of South America's most spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Sites during this unforgettable, seven-night overland journey to Machu Picchu, recently declared one of the 'New Seven Wonders of the World'. Few destinations can compare to the 'Lost City of the Incas', one of the most beautiful and enigmatic sites on the planet.

Located in the Pacific Ocean at the south-easternmost point of the Polynesian Triangle. Easter Island is famous for its 887 extant monumental statues, or moai, created by the early Rapa Nui people. In 1995, UNESCO named Easter Island a World Heritage Site, with much of the island protected within Rapa Nui National Park.

From Valparaiso, travel by land-and-air to Lima via Santiago de Chile. In the morning, a scheduled flight takes you to Cusco, nestled in the Andes. Visit the massive ancient Incan citadel, Sacsayhuaman, which overlooks Cusco. From here, drive into the Sacred Valley and proceed for lunch at the Hacienda Sarapampa, then take a guided tour of the Inkariy Museum. The next day, a visit is made to the traditional village of Ccor Ccor. Visit local homes, observe textile techniques and design demonstrations, as well as agricultural and soil-tilling demonstrations and blessings. On the fourth day, enjoy lunch whilst travelling aboard the luxury train 'Hiram Bingham' to Machu Picchu and visit the Inca's breath-taking 'Citadel in the Clouds' ringed by verdant mountain peaks. During a guided walking tour of this incredible ancient city, explore remarkably preserved palaces, baths, temples, storage rooms, and houses. Afterward, commence transfer back to the train station for the return-ride to Rio Sagrado, with dinner served on board. The following morning, take a scenic drive to Cusco, and visit the Cusco Cathedral, Plaza Mayor and sacred site of Koricancha, home of the lovely Dominican Convent of Santo Domingo. After lunch at a local restaurant, transfer to the airport for your scheduled flight to Lima. Following an overnight stay at the Miraflores Park Hotel, fly to Santiago for an overnight stay, then fly on to Easter Island the next morning. Take a guided tour of the spectacular, 7th-century Ahu Tahai, then enjoy local fruit juice and cake, along with a Takona body-painting session accompanied by traditional songs. Afterward, visit a picturesque cemetery and the Catholic Church to view woodcarvings. Following an overnight stay, breakfast at the hotel and check-out, your Mid-Voyage Land Adventure concludes on Day Eight with a transfer to the Hangaroa Quay. Upon arrival, embark the ship.

Machu Picchu & Easter Island

Duration: 8 Days/7 Nights

Departs from: Valparaiso

Re-join ship: Easter Island

Reserve by: At least 90 days prior to sailing.

IMPORTANT NOTE

This Silver Shore Mid-Land Adventure requires advance booking through Silversea Reservations no later than 90 days prior to the sail date. Requests received after this date may be accommodated on a space-available basis. Tickets are available in limited quantities, and participation cannot be guaranteed for those guests not booking well in advance. A minimum number of participants is required to operate this programme. If this minimum number is not met, Silversea reserves the right to offer the programme at a different rate based on private arrangements, or to cancel the specific departure. Cancellation fee, unless otherwise advised, 90 - 0 days prior to the initial sailing date: 100% of the programme fare per person is due.

Payment-in-full is due within 120 days prior to sailing. Booking made within 120 days of sailing require full payment within seven days of booking or sooner, as specified by Silversea. Onboard Spending Credit may not be applied to the purchase of this programme.

All Land Adventure fares are subject to change, and not guaranteed until payment is received in full by Silversea. All Land Adventures are non-transferable, and non-refundable, within 90 days of sailing. Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by someone 18 years of age or older. All Land Adventures are owned by independent contractors, and Silversea makes no representations and assumes no responsibility for the services provided by these operators. Land Adventures may be modified by the operators at their sole discretion.

VISA INFORMATION:

Please check with your travel professional for details regarding visa requirements for Peru and Chile. It is the responsibility of each guest to obtain all appropriate visas before cruising.

LOCAL CURRENCY:

The local currency for Peru is the Peruvian Sol, and the local currency for Chile is the Chilean Peso; however, US Dollars are well-accepted by most vendors; local ATMs are available in some locations visited, and credit cards are accepted in most larger shops and hotels (shopping stops are planned during the program).

Discover one of South America's most spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Sites during this unforgettable, seven-night overland journey to Machu Picchu, with stops in Cusco, Lima, the Sacred Valley, Santiago de Chile, and Easter Island along the way.

DAY ONE - Saturday, February 15, 2020 - Valparaiso/Santiago/Lima

Scenic drive from Valparaiso to the Santiago Airport, and a scheduled flight to Lima

After disembarking the ship in Valparaiso, meet your guided and depart the pier for the scenic, approximately two-hour drive to the Santiago Airport. Upon arrival, check-in for your scheduled, approximately 1.75-hour flight to Lima, Peru.

Hotel transfer, check-in and some free time to freshen-up before dinner

Upon arrival in Lima, meet your guide and transfer to the Wyndham Costa del Sol Airport Hotel for check-in, and some free time to freshen-up before dinner.

Dinner is at the hotel.

Overnight accommodations in a Standard Room at the Wyndham Costa del Sol Airport Hotel - Lima

DAY TWO - Sunday, February 16, 2020 - Lima/Cusco/Sacred Valley/Cusco

Breakfast, check-out, a hotel transfer to the Lima Airport and scheduled flight to Cusco

After an early breakfast at the hotel and check-out, meet your guide and transfer to the Lima Airport for your scheduled, approximately 1.5-hour flight to Cusco, taking you from sea level to the heights of the Andes.

Guided tour of the ancient Incan citadel, Sacsayhuaman

Upon arrival at Cusco, the historic capital of the Incan Empire, meet your guide and transfer to Sacsayhuaman. Strategically located on a hill overlooking Cusco, Sacsayhuaman was constructed without mortar, like many other Inca structures. Yet the enormous stones, some weighing approximately 200 tons (about 181 metric tons), of the remaining walls fit so tightly that not even a thin blade of grass can slide between them. The craftsmanship is a stunning example of the Inca's sophisticated construction techniques and architectural skills.

Drive into the Sacred Valley, and proceed for lunch at the Hacienda Sarapampa

Next, continue into the Sacred Valley, and proceed to Hacienda Sarapampa. After lunch at this beautiful venue, drive to the Inkariy Museum.

Guided tour of the Inkariy Museum

The museum aims to protect and increase the awareness of Peruvian history, with a particular emphasis on the human factor of the pre-Colombian societies, and teaching Peruvians about their ancestors. Discover the various cultures of Peru, including those of the splendid Incan Empire an Caral, Chavin, Paracas, Moche, Nasca, Wari, Lambayeque, and Chimu.

Hotel transfer, check-in and some free time to freshen-up before dinner

At the conclusion of your visit, transfer to the Rio Sagrado Hotel for check-in and some free time to freshen-up before dinner.

Dinner is at the hotel.

Overnight accommodations in a Deluxe Terrace Room at the Rio Sagrado Hotel - Cusco

DAY THREE - Monday, February 16, 2020 - Cusco/Sacred Valley/Cusco

Breakfast and a guided tour of the village of Ccor Ccor, with local home visits

After breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide and depart for the scenic, approximately 70-minute drive to the village of Ccor Ccor. Upon arrival, meet the Quechua-speaking farmers and weavers of this rural community. Experience the local lifestyle and traditions by participating in their daily activities, and visiting their kitchens to see the colourful variety of local food on display.

Textile techniques and designs demonstrations

Afterward, the welcoming and hospitable villagers put on a demonstration of textile techniques and designs, an essential feature of Peruvian life for millenia. They share this knowledge with you, and reveal the symbolic meanings encoded into their cloth and styles of dress.

Agricultural and soil-tilling demonstrations and blessings

Next, take a short stroll with your new villager friends. Accompanied by flutes and drums, enter the heart of the Andean agricultural cycle, as vital today as it was during Incan times. Watch as your Quechua hosts demonstrate how they hand-turn the soil on the mountainsides, and invite you to join them whilst they bless their earth, animals and newly-ploughed land.

Lunch at the Hacienda Huayoccari, and a guided visit to the ruins of the Ollantaytambo Fortress

Following this celebration of profound Andean traditions inherited from the Inca past, re-board your coach and proceed for lunch at the Hacienda Huayoccari. After lunch, drive to Ollantaytambo for a guided visit to the ruins of the Ollantaytambo Fortress. At the conclusion of your visit, transfer back to the hotel.

Dinner is at the hotel.

Overnight accommodations in a Deluxe Terrace Room at the Rio Sagrado Hotel - Cusco

DAY FOUR - Tuesday, February 17, 2020 - Cusco/Macchu Picchu/Cusco

Breakfast, a ride aboard a deluxe train for lunch and panoramic ride to Macchu Picchu

After breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide and depart for the short walk to the Rio Sagrado Train Station. Upon arrival, board the Hiram Bingham, the deluxe train named after the man who discovered Machu Picchu in 1944. During the journey, enjoy brunch on board whilst taking in the spectacular Andean scenery.

Transfer to Macchu Picchu, and a guided walking tour of this incredible ancient city

Upon arrival at the Aguas Calientes Train Station, transfer to Macchu Picchu. The highlight of your day is experiencing the timeless wonder and grandeur of this 'Lost City of the Incas'. Your guided walking tour explores the terraces and aqueducts leading to the Temple of the Three Windows. Here, see the sun's rays pass through the temple to light the Sacred Plaza and visit the curious stone block believed to be a solar clock.

Explore remarkably preserved palaces, baths, temples, storage rooms, and some 150 houses

Whilst exploring this Incan retreat perched between Huayna Picchu (Young Peak) and Machu Picchu (Old Peak), it is easy to be moved by the wonder of this magnificent ancient wonder. Perched approximately 2,000 feet (about 610 metres) above the rumbling Urubamba River, it contains misty palaces, baths, temples, storage rooms, and some 150 houses, all in a remarkable state of preservation. Carved from the granite of the mountain top, many of the building blocks weigh 50 tons (about 45 metric tons) or more, yet are so precisely sculpted and fitted that the mortar-less joints won't permit the insertion of even a thin knife-blade.

Transfer back to the train station and a return-ride to Rio Sagrado, with dinner served on board

Following your tour of Macchu Picchu, transfer back to the Aguas Calientes Train Station and re-board the Hiram Bingham train for the return-ride to Rio Sagrado, with dinner served on board. Upon arrival at the Rio Sagrado Train Station, transfer back to the hotel.

Overnight accommodations in a Deluxe Terrace Room at the Rio Sagrado Hotel - Cusco

DAY FIVE - Wednesday, February 18, 2020 - Cusco/Lima

Breakfast, a scenic drive to Cusco, and visits to the Cusco Cathedral and Plaza Mayor

After breakfast at the hotel and check-out, meet your guide and depart for the scenic, approximately 45-minute drive to Cusco. Upon arrival, a visit is made to the Cusco Cathedral and Plaza Mayor. Many of the stones used in the construction of this splendid, Baroque-style Cathedral, built in the mid-1500s on the foundations of an Incan palace, were looted from the nearby Sacsayhuaman Fortress.

Visit to Koricancha and the lovely Dominican Convent of Santo Domingo

Next, continue to the sacred site of Koricancha. Here, admire the lovely Dominican Convent of Santo Domingo, which was built on the foundations of the Temple of the Sun, the most exquisite temple in the Incan Empire. The curved, mortar-less masonry wall at the west end of the church is considered to be one of the greatest existing examples of Incan stonework.

Lunch at a local restaurant, an airport transfer and a scheduled flight to Lima

Next, re-board your coach and proceed for lunch at a local restaurant in Cusco. After lunch, transfer to the airport for your scheduled, approximately 1.5-hour chartered flight to Lima.

Transfer to the Miraflores Park Hotel for check-in

Upon arrival, meet your guided and transfer to the Miraflores Park Hotel for check-in.

Overnight accommodations in an Ocean-View Junior Suite at the Miraflores Park Hotel - Lima

DAY SIX - Thursday, February 19, 2020 - Lima/Santiago

Breakfast, check-out, an airport transfer and a scheduled flight to Santiago

After breakfast at the hotel and check-out, meet your guide and transfer to the Lima Airport for your scheduled, approximately 5.5-hour flight to Santiago.

Upon arrival to Santiago, meet your guide for the short walk to the Holiday Inn Santiago.

Lunch and dinner are at your own expense.

Overnight accommodations in a Standard Room at the Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal - Santiago

DAY SEVEN - Friday, February 20, 2020 - Santiago/Easter Island

Early-morning, wake-up, coffee and an airport transfer for your scheduled flight to Easter Island

After an early-morning wake-up call and 'coffee and cookies to go' in the hotel lobby, check-out, meet your guide and transfer to Santiago Airport for your scheduled, approximately three-hour flight to Easter Island.

Hotel transfer, check-in, lunch at the hotel and some free time at leisure

Upon arrival at Easter Island, meet your guide and transfer to the Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa Hotel for check-in, followed by lunch at the hotel and some free time at leisure.

Scenic afternoon drive to the spectacular, 7th-century Ahu Tahai

This afternoon, meet your guide and depart for the scenic, approximately two-hour drive to the spectacular, 7th-century Ahu Tahai. Restored in 1967 by archaeologist William Mulloy, Ahu Tahia is one of the oldest dated sites on the island. Although the name 'Tahai' is used generally to describe the site, it does, in fact, include three different ahu (temples).

Guided tour of Ahu Tahai, a restored boat-house, hen's house and boat ramp

Your guided tour of this site offers a unique opportunity to learn about the burial rituals, and relationship between the Rapa Nui elders and sacredness. In addition, see a restored hare paenga (boat-house), hare moa (hen's-house) and boat-ramp; a recreation of everything that marked the existence of the Rapa Nui culture, its beliefs and resources.

Local fruit juice and cake, and a Takona body-painting session accompanied by traditional songs

As a special treat, you are invited to enjoy a glass of natural fruit juice and poe (traditional cake) at this remarkable location whilst enjoying a Takona body-painting, which has been specially staged for the group. During traditional ceremonies, Rapa Nui people paint their faces and bodies, thus preserving the technique of mixing natural pigments and describing the meaning of the painting. Your body-painting session is accompanied by musicians singing traditional songs.

Visits to a picturesque cemetery, Catholic Church to view woodcarvings, and a hotel transfer

Next, re-board your coach and head for a visit to a picturesque cemetery, then stop for a look at interesting woodcarvings in the Catholic Church. Afterward, drive through the village en route to the hotel.

Dinner is at the hotel.

Overnight accommodations in a Kainga Room at the Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa Hotel - Easter Island

Please note: The weather on Easter Island is unpredictable, and showers can be expected throughout, even on a sunny day; lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes and raingear are recommended.

DAY EIGHT - Saturday, February 21, 2020 - Easter Island

Breakfast, check-out and a transfer to the pier and ship

After breakfast at the hotel and check-out, meet your guide and transfer to the Hangaroa Quay. Upon arrival, embark the ship.

Please note: This Mid-Voyage Land Adventure requires an extensive amount of walking, at times over uneven, rough, rocky, slippery, and natural surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coaches and buses, board/de-board the airplane and train, and many steps at the sites visited. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guests with back and/or neck problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests prone to motion sickness, guests with a fear of heights, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable and fast-drying cotton clothing with flat, non-slip, and closed-toe walking shoes or sneakers, and bring sun protection, sunglasses with a strap, insect repellent, a light sweater or windbreaker for the early-mornings and evenings, raingear, a backpack, camera, plastic bag to keep your camera or photographic equipment dry, medications, binoculars, and local currency for purchases from the ship. Proper attire is required to enter the churches; shorts and bare shoulders are not permitted. Guests must carry their passports and ship's ID at all times. Guests must be at least 21 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. The tour sequence and itinerary may vary. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.

Airlines restrict baggage to one bag at approximately 50 pounds (about 23 kilograms) per person; hand-luggage cannot exceed 17 pounds (about eight kilograms) in weight, and smaller aircraft may be utilised (at the discretion of the airline). Additional bags can be checked in at the service desk, and the fee is payable at the check-in counter at the time of booking. The current price is $XX or sols per bag.

Programme Includes:

• One-night stay in a Standard Room at the Wyndham Costa del Sol Airport Hotel - Lima
• Three-night stay in a Deluxe Terrace Room at the Rio Sagrado Hotel - Cusco
• One-night stay in an Ocean-View Junior Suite at the Miraflores Park Hotel - Lima
• One-night stay in a Standard Room at the Holiday Inn Santiago - Santiago
• One-night stay in a Kainga Room at the Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa Hotel - Easter Island
• Scheduled, Economy-Class flights: Santiago/Lima/Cusco/Santiago/Easter Island. Business-Class is available upon request at an additional charge and subject to availability, as most aircraft do not offer business seating.
• Round-trip train-ride with one lunch and one dinner aboard the Hiram Bingham: Cusco/Macchu Picchu/Cusco
• Seven breakfast, six lunches and four dinners (lunch includes choice of two local beers, soft drinks, bottled water; beverage at dinner also includes house wine)
• Lunch at the lunch at the Hacienda Sarapampa - Sacred Valley
• Local home visits in the village of Ccor Ccor
• Textile technique and design demonstrations
• Agricultural and soil-tilling demonstrations and blessings
• Guided tour of Macchu Picchu
• Lunch at a local restaurant - Cusco
• Takona body-painting session accompanied by traditional songs - Easter Island
• All sightseeing and transfers as per itinerary

Not Included:

Any meals and drinks not specified above, charges incurred by the airlines for excess or overweight luggage, gratuities to drivers and tour guides, laundry, telephone calls, cancellation insurance, and other personal items. All Land Adventures require a minimum number of participants in order to operate as described. If this minimum number is not met, Silversea reserves the right to offer the programme at a different rate based on private arrangements, or to cancel the specific departure. Silversea's published cruise cancellation policy will remain in effect. All Land Adventure fares are subject to change, and are not guaranteed until payment is received in full by Silversea. Onboard Spending Credit may not be applied to the purchase of this programme. All Land Adventures are non-transferable and non-refundable, for any reason, within 90 days of sailing and are recommended to guests 18 years of age and older. This description is a general overview of this programme. Our local operator reserves the right to substitute other sites if local situations, including holidays, changes made by airlines, government activities, and weather, require. The programme described in this brochure is provided by independent contractors. Silversea acts solely as ticketing agent. Silversea shall have no obligation or liability of any kind to guests for the business practices, acts or omissions in connection with or arising out of arrangements with independent contractors, including but not limited to airline carriers, ground-tour operators, and hotels since they are neither agents for nor employees of Silversea Cruises. Silversea's liability does not extend beyond the vessel.

This Mid-Land programme is only available for In-Transit guests continuing on Voyage 4003.

Discover one of South America's most spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Sites during this unforgettable, seven-night overland journey to Machu Picchu, recently declared one of the 'New Seven Wonders of the World'. Few destinations can compare to the 'Lost City of the Incas', one of the most beautiful and enigmatic sites on the planet.

Located in the Pacific Ocean at the south-easternmost point of the Polynesian Triangle. Easter Island is famous for its 887 extant monumental statues, or moai, created by the early Rapa Nui people. In 1995, UNESCO named Easter Island a World Heritage Site, with much of the island protected within Rapa Nui National Park.

From Valparaiso, travel by land-and-air to Lima via Santiago de Chile. In the morning, a scheduled flight takes you to Cusco, nestled in the Andes. Visit the massive ancient Incan citadel, Sacsayhuaman, which overlooks Cusco. From here, drive into the Sacred Valley and proceed for lunch at the Hacienda Sarapampa, then take a guided tour of the Inkariy Museum. The next day, a visit is made to the traditional village of Ccor Ccor. Visit local homes, observe textile techniques and design demonstrations, as well as agricultural and soil-tilling demonstrations and blessings. After lunch you will visit Ollantaytambo Fortress before heading back to the hotel. On the fourth day, enjoy lunch whilst travelling aboard the luxury train 'Hiram Bingham' to Machu Picchu and visit the Inca's breath-taking 'Citadel in the Clouds' ringed by verdant mountain peaks. During a guided walking tour of this incredible ancient city, explore remarkably preserved palaces, baths, temples, storage rooms, and houses. Afterward, commence transfer back to the train station for the return-ride to Rio Sagrado, with dinner served on board. The following morning, take a scenic drive to Cusco, and visit the Cusco Cathedral, Plaza Mayor and sacred site of Koricancha, home of the lovely Dominican Convent of Santo Domingo. After lunch at a local restaurant, transfer to the airport for your scheduled flight to Lima. Following an overnight stay at the Miraflores Park Hotel, fly to Santiago for an overnight stay, then fly on to Easter Island the next morning. Take a guided tour of the spectacular, 7th-century Ahu Tahai, then enjoy local fruit juice and cake, along with a Takona body-painting session accompanied by traditional songs. Afterward, visit a picturesque cemetery and the Catholic Church to view woodcarvings. Following an overnight stay, breakfast at the hotel and check-out, your Mid-Voyage Land Adventure concludes on Day Eight with a transfer to the Hangaroa Quay. Upon arrival, embark the ship.

From Inca to Rapa Nui, Machu Picchu & Easter Island

Duration: 8 Days/7 Nights

Departs from: Valparaiso

Re-join ship: Easter Island

Reserve by: At least 90 days prior to sailing.

IMPORTANT NOTE

This Silver Shore Mid-Land Adventure requires advance booking through Silversea Reservations no later than 90 days prior to the sail date. Requests received after this date may be accommodated on a space-available basis. Tickets are available in limited quantities, and participation cannot be guaranteed for those guests not booking well in advance. A minimum number of participants is required to operate this programme. If this minimum number is not met, Silversea reserves the right to offer the programme at a different rate based on private arrangements, or to cancel the specific departure. Cancellation fee, unless otherwise advised, 90 - 0 days prior to the initial sailing date: 100% of the programme fare per person is due.

Payment in full is due at time of final payment. Bookings made within 120 days of sailing require full payment within seven days of booking or sooner, as specified by Silversea.

All Land Adventure fares are subject to change, and not guaranteed until payment is received in full by Silversea. All Land Adventures are non-transferable, and non-refundable, within 90 days of sailing. Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by someone 18 years of age or older. All Land Adventures are owned by independent contractors, and Silversea makes no representations and assumes no responsibility for the services provided by these operators. Land Adventures may be modified by the operators at their sole discretion.

VISA INFORMATION:

Please check with your travel professional for details regarding visa requirements for Peru and Chile. It is the responsibility of each guest to obtain all appropriate visas before cruising.

LOCAL CURRENCY:

The local currency for Peru is the Peruvian Sol, and the local currency for Chile is the Chilean Peso; however, US Dollars are well-accepted by most vendors; local ATMs are available in some locations visited, and credit cards are accepted in most larger shops and hotels (shopping stops are planned during the program).

Discover one of South America's most spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Sites during this unforgettable, seven-night overland journey to Machu Picchu, with stops in Cusco, Lima, the Sacred Valley, Santiago de Chile, and Easter Island along the way.

DAY ONE - Saturday, February 15, 2020 - Valparaiso/Santiago/Lima

Scenic drive from Valparaiso to the Santiago Airport, and a scheduled flight to Lima

After disembarking the ship in Valparaiso, meet your guided and depart the pier for the scenic, approximately two-hour drive to the Santiago Airport. Upon arrival, check-in for your scheduled, approximately 3.5-hour flight to Lima, Peru.

Hotel transfer, check-in and some free time to freshen-up before dinner

Upon arrival in Lima, meet your guide and transfer to the Wyndham Costa del Sol Airport Hotel for check-in, and some free time to freshen-up before dinner.

Dinner is at the hotel.

Overnight accommodations in a Standard Room at the Wyndham Costa del Sol Airport Hotel - Lima

DAY TWO - Sunday, February 16, 2020 - Lima/Cusco/Sacred Valley/Cusco

Breakfast, check-out, transfer to the Lima Airport and scheduled flight to Cusco

After an early breakfast at the hotel and check-out, meet your guide and transfer to the Lima Airport for your scheduled, approximately 1.5-hour flight to Cusco, taking you from sea level to the heights of the Andes.

Guided tour of the ancient Incan citadel, Sacsayhuaman

Upon arrival at Cusco, the historic capital of the Incan Empire, meet your guide and transfer to Sacsayhuaman. Strategically located on a hill overlooking Cusco, Sacsayhuaman was constructed without mortar, like many other Inca structures. Yet the enormous stones, some weighing approximately 200 tons (about 181 metric tons), of the remaining walls fit so tightly that not even a thin blade of grass can slide between them. The craftsmanship is a stunning example of the Inca's sophisticated construction techniques and architectural skills.

Drive into the Sacred Valley, and proceed for lunch at the Hacienda Sarapampa

Next, continue into the Sacred Valley, and proceed to Hacienda Sarapampa. After lunch at this beautiful venue, drive to the Inkariy Museum.

Guided tour of the Inkariy Museum

The museum aims to protect and increase the awareness of Peruvian history, with a particular emphasis on the human factor of the pre-Colombian societies, and teaching Peruvians about their ancestors. Discover the various cultures of Peru, including those of the splendid Incan Empire an Caral, Chavin, Paracas, Moche, Nasca, Wari, Lambayeque, and Chimu.

Hotel transfer, check-in and some free time to freshen-up before dinner

At the conclusion of your visit, transfer to the Rio Sagrado Hotel for check-in and some free time to freshen-up before dinner.

Dinner is at the hotel.

Overnight accommodations in a Deluxe Terrace Room at the Rio Sagrado Hotel - Cusco

DAY THREE - Monday, February 17, 2020 - Cusco/Sacred Valley/Cusco

Breakfast and a guided tour of the village of Ccor Ccor, with local home visits

After breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide and depart for the scenic, approximately 70-minute drive to the village of Ccor Ccor. Upon arrival, meet the Quechua-speaking farmers and weavers of this rural community. Experience the local lifestyle and traditions by participating in their daily activities, and visiting their kitchens to see the colourful variety of local food on display.

Textile techniques and designs demonstrations

Afterward, the welcoming and hospitable villagers put on a demonstration of textile techniques and designs, an essential feature of Peruvian life for millenia. They share this knowledge with you, and reveal the symbolic meanings encoded into their cloth and styles of dress.

Agricultural and soil-tilling demonstrations and blessings

Next, take a short stroll with your new villager friends. Accompanied by flutes and drums, enter the heart of the Andean agricultural cycle, as vital today as it was during Incan times. Watch as your Quechua hosts demonstrate how they hand-turn the soil on the mountainsides, and invite you to join them whilst they bless their earth, animals and newly-ploughed land.

Lunch at the Hacienda Huayoccari, and a guided visit to the ruins of the Ollantaytambo Fortress

Following this celebration of profound Andean traditions inherited from the Inca past, re-board your coach and proceed for lunch at the Hacienda Huayoccari. After lunch, drive to Ollantaytambo for a guided visit to the ruins of the Ollantaytambo Fortress. At the conclusion of your visit, transfer back to the hotel.

Dinner is at the hotel.

Overnight accommodations in a Deluxe Terrace Room at the Rio Sagrado Hotel - Cusco

DAY FOUR - Tuesday, February 18, 2020 - Cusco/Macchu Picchu/Cusco

Breakfast, a ride aboard a deluxe train for lunch and panoramic ride to Macchu Picchu

After breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide and depart for the short walk to the Rio Sagrado Train Station. Upon arrival, board the Hiram Bingham, the deluxe train named after the man who discovered Machu Picchu in 1944. During the journey, enjoy brunch on board whilst taking in the spectacular Andean scenery.

Transfer to Macchu Picchu, and a guided walking tour of this incredible ancient city

Upon arrival at the Aguas Calientes Train Station, transfer to Macchu Picchu. The highlight of your day is experiencing the timeless wonder and grandeur of this 'Lost City of the Incas'. Your guided walking tour explores the terraces and aqueducts leading to the Temple of the Three Windows. Here, see the sun's rays pass through the temple to light the Sacred Plaza and visit the curious stone block believed to be a solar clock.

Explore remarkably preserved palaces, baths, temples, storage rooms, and some 150 houses

Whilst exploring this Incan retreat perched between Huayna Picchu (Young Peak) and Machu Picchu (Old Peak), it is easy to be moved by the wonder of this magnificent ancient wonder. Perched approximately 2,000 feet (about 610 metres) above the rumbling Urubamba River, it contains misty palaces, baths, temples, storage rooms, and some 150 houses, all in a remarkable state of preservation. Carved from the granite of the mountain top, many of the building blocks weigh 50 tons (about 45 metric tons) or more, yet are so precisely sculpted and fitted that the mortar-less joints won't permit the insertion of even a thin knife-blade.

Transfer back to the train station and a return-ride to Rio Sagrado, with dinner served on board

Following your tour of Macchu Picchu, transfer back to the Aguas Calientes Train Station and re-board the Hiram Bingham train for the return-ride to Rio Sagrado, with dinner served on board. Upon arrival at the Rio Sagrado Train Station, transfer back to the hotel.

Overnight accommodations in a Deluxe Terrace Room at the Rio Sagrado Hotel - Cusco

DAY FIVE - Wednesday, February 19, 2020 - Cusco/Lima

Breakfast, a scenic drive to Cusco, and visits to the Cusco Cathedral and Plaza Mayor

After breakfast at the hotel and check-out, meet your guide and depart for the scenic, approximately 45-minute drive to Cusco. Upon arrival, a visit is made to the Cusco Cathedral and Plaza Mayor. Many of the stones used in the construction of this splendid, Baroque-style Cathedral, built in the mid-1500s on the foundations of an Incan palace, were looted from the nearby Sacsayhuaman Fortress.

Visit to Koricancha and the lovely Dominican Convent of Santo Domingo

Next, continue to the sacred site of Koricancha. Here, admire the lovely Dominican Convent of Santo Domingo, which was built on the foundations of the Temple of the Sun, the most exquisite temple in the Incan Empire. The curved, mortar-less masonry wall at the west end of the church is considered to be one of the greatest existing examples of Incan stonework.

Lunch at a local restaurant, an airport transfer and a scheduled flight to Lima

Next, re-board your coach and proceed for lunch at a local restaurant in Cusco. After lunch, transfer to the airport for your scheduled, approximately 1.5-hour chartered flight to Lima.

Transfer to the Miraflores Park Hotel for check-in

Upon arrival, meet your guided and transfer to the Miraflores Park Hotel for check-in.

Overnight accommodations in an Ocean-View Junior Suite at the Miraflores Park Hotel - Lima

DAY SIX - Thursday, February 20, 2020 - Lima/Santiago

Breakfast, check-out, an airport transfer and a scheduled flight to Santiago

After breakfast at the hotel and check-out, meet your guide and transfer to the Lima Airport for your scheduled, approximately 3.5-hour flight to Santiago.

Upon arrival to Santiago, meet your guide for the short walk to the Holiday Inn Santiago.

Lunch and dinner are at your own expense.

Overnight accommodations in a Standard Room at the Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal - Santiago

DAY SEVEN - Friday, February 21, 2020 - Santiago/Easter Island

Early-morning, wake-up, coffee and an airport transfer for your scheduled flight to Easter Island

After an early-morning wake-up call and 'coffee and cookies to go' in the hotel lobby, check-out, meet your guide and transfer to Santiago Airport for your scheduled, approximately three-hour flight to Easter Island.

Hotel transfer, check-in, lunch at the hotel and some free time at leisure

Upon arrival at Easter Island, meet your guide and transfer to the Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa Hotel for check-in, followed by lunch at the hotel and some free time at leisure.

Scenic afternoon drive to the spectacular, 7th-century Ahu Tahai

This afternoon, meet your guide and depart for the scenic, approximately two-hour drive to the spectacular, 7th-century Ahu Tahai. Restored in 1967 by archaeologist William Mulloy, Ahu Tahia is one of the oldest dated sites on the island. Although the name 'Tahai' is used generally to describe the site, it does, in fact, include three different ahu (temples).

Guided tour of Ahu Tahai, a restored boat-house, hen's house and boat ramp

Your guided tour of this site offers a unique opportunity to learn about the burial rituals, and relationship between the Rapa Nui elders and sacredness. In addition, see a restored hare paenga (boat-house), hare moa (hen's-house) and boat-ramp; a recreation of everything that marked the existence of the Rapa Nui culture, its beliefs and resources.

Local fruit juice and cake, and a Takona body-painting session accompanied by traditional songs

As a special treat, you are invited to enjoy a glass of natural fruit juice and poe (traditional cake) at this remarkable location whilst enjoying a Takona body-painting, which has been specially staged for the group. During traditional ceremonies, Rapa Nui people paint their faces and bodies, thus preserving the technique of mixing natural pigments and describing the meaning of the painting. Your body-painting session is accompanied by musicians singing traditional songs.

Visits to a picturesque cemetery, Catholic Church to view woodcarvings, and a hotel transfer

Next, re-board your coach and head for a visit to a picturesque cemetery, then stop for a look at interesting woodcarvings in the Catholic Church. Afterward, drive through the village en route to the hotel.

Dinner is at the hotel.

Overnight accommodations in a Kainga Room at the Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa Hotel - Easter Island

Please note: The weather on Easter Island is unpredictable, and showers can be expected throughout, even on a sunny day; lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes and raingear are recommended.

DAY EIGHT - Saturday, February 22, 2020 - Easter Island

Breakfast, check-out and a transfer to the pier and ship

After breakfast at the hotel and check-out, meet your guide and transfer to the Hangaroa Quay. Upon arrival, embark the ship.

Please note: This Mid-Voyage Land Adventure requires an extensive amount of walking, at times over uneven, rough, rocky, slippery, and natural surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coaches and buses, board/de-board the airplane and train, and many steps at the sites visited. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guests with back and/or neck problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests prone to motion sickness, guests with a fear of heights, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable and fast-drying cotton clothing with flat, non-slip, and closed-toe walking shoes or sneakers, and bring sun protection, sunglasses with a strap, insect repellent, a light sweater or windbreaker for the early-mornings and evenings, raingear, a backpack, camera, plastic bag to keep your camera or photographic equipment dry, medications, binoculars, and local currency for purchases from the ship. Proper attire is required to enter the churches; shorts and bare shoulders are not permitted. Guests must carry their passports and ship's ID at all times. Guests must be at least 21 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. The tour sequence and itinerary may vary. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.

Airlines restrict baggage to one bag at approximately 50 pounds (about 23 kilograms) per person; hand-luggage cannot exceed 17 pounds (about eight kilograms) in weight, and smaller aircraft may be utilised (at the discretion of the airline). Additional bags can be checked in at the service desk, and the fee is payable at the check-in counter at the time of booking. The current price is US$ 60.00 for the first additional bag on international Santiago / Lima / Santiago / Easter Island flight and US$30.00 for the first additional bag on the Lima/Cusco/Lima flight. Prices will increase from the 2nd additional bag.

Programme Includes:

One-night stay in a Standard Room at the Wyndham Costa del Sol Airport Hotel - Lima

Three-night stay in a Deluxe Terrace Room at the Rio Sagrado Hotel - Cusco

One-night stay in an Ocean-View Junior Suite at the Miraflores Park Hotel - Lima

One-night stay in a Standard Room at the Holiday Inn Santiago - Santiago

One-night stay in a Kainga Room at the Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa Hotel - Easter Island

Scheduled, Economy-Class flights: Santiago/Lima/Cusco/Santiago/Easter Island. Business-Class is available upon request at an additional charge and subject to availability, as most aircraft do not offer business seating.

Round-trip train-ride with one lunch and one dinner aboard the Hiram Bingham: Cusco/Macchu Picchu/Cusco

Seven breakfast, six lunches and four dinners (lunch includes choice of local beers, soft drinks, bottled water; beverage at dinner also includes house wine)

Lunch at the lunch at the Hacienda Sarapampa - Sacred Valley

Local home visits in the village of Ccor Ccor

Textile technique and design demonstrations

Agricultural and soil-tilling demonstrations and blessings

Guided tour of Macchu Picchu

Lunch at a local restaurant - Cusco

Takona body-painting session accompanied by traditional songs - Easter Island

All sightseeing and transfers as per itinerary

Not Included:

Any meals and drinks not specified above, charges incurred by the airlines for excess or overweight luggage, gratuities to drivers and tour guides, laundry, telephone calls, cancellation insurance, and other personal items. All Land Adventures require a minimum number of participants in order to operate as described. If this minimum number is not met, Silversea reserves the right to offer the programme at a different rate based on private arrangements, or to cancel the specific departure. Silversea's published cruise cancellation policy will remain in effect. All Land Adventure fares are subject to change, and are not guaranteed until payment is received in full by Silversea. Onboard Spending Credit may not be applied to the purchase of this programme. All Land Adventures are non-transferable and non-refundable, for any reason, within 90 days of sailing and are recommended to guests 18 years of age and older. This description is a general overview of this programme. Our local operator reserves the right to substitute other sites if local situations, including holidays, changes made by airlines, government activities, and weather, require. The programme described in this brochure is provided by independent contractors. Silversea acts solely as ticketing agent. Silversea shall have no obligation or liability of any kind to guests for the business practices, acts or omissions in connection with or arising out of arrangements with independent contractors, including but not limited to airline carriers, ground-tour operators, and hotels since they are neither agents for nor employees of Silversea Cruises. Silversea's liability does not extend beyond the vessel.

This Mid-Land programme is only available for In-Transit guests continuing on Voyage 4003.

Discover one of South America's most spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Sites during this unforgettable, seven-night overland journey to Machu Picchu, recently declared one of the 'New Seven Wonders of the World'. Few destinations can compare to the 'Lost City of the Incas', one of the most beautiful and enigmatic sites on the planet.

Located in the Pacific Ocean at the south-easternmost point of the Polynesian Triangle. Easter Island is famous for its 887 extant monumental statues, or moai, created by the early Rapa Nui people. In 1995, UNESCO named Easter Island a World Heritage Site, with much of the island protected within Rapa Nui National Park.

From Valparaiso, travel by land-and-air to Lima via Santiago de Chile. In the morning, a scheduled flight takes you to Cusco, nestled in the Andes. Visit the massive ancient Incan citadel, Sacsayhuaman, which overlooks Cusco. From here, drive into the Sacred Valley and proceed for lunch at the Hacienda Sarapampa, then take a guided tour of the Inkariy Museum. The next day, a visit is made to the traditional village of Ccor Ccor. Visit local homes, observe textile techniques and design demonstrations, as well as agricultural and soil-tilling demonstrations and blessings. After lunch you will visit Ollantaytambo Fortress before heading back to the hotel. On the fourth day, enjoy lunch whilst travelling aboard the luxury train 'Hiram Bingham' to Machu Picchu and visit the Inca's breath-taking 'Citadel in the Clouds' ringed by verdant mountain peaks. During a guided walking tour of this incredible ancient city, explore remarkably preserved palaces, baths, temples, storage rooms, and houses. Afterward, commence transfer back to the train station for the return-ride to Rio Sagrado, with dinner served on board. The following morning, take a scenic drive to Cusco, and visit the Cusco Cathedral, Plaza Mayor and sacred site of Koricancha, home of the lovely Dominican Convent of Santo Domingo. After lunch at a local restaurant, transfer to the airport for your scheduled flight to Lima. Following an overnight stay at the Miraflores Park Hotel, fly to Santiago for an overnight stay, then fly on to Easter Island the next morning. Take a guided tour of the spectacular, 7th-century Ahu Tahai, then enjoy local fruit juice and cake, along with a Takona body-painting session accompanied by traditional songs. Afterward, visit a picturesque cemetery and the Catholic Church to view woodcarvings. Following an overnight stay, breakfast at the hotel and check-out, your Mid-Voyage Land Adventure concludes on Day Eight with a transfer to the Hangaroa Quay. Upon arrival, embark the ship.

From Inca to Rapa Nui, Machu Picchu & Easter Island

Duration: 8 Days/7 Nights

Departs from: Valparaiso

Re-join ship: Easter Island

Reserve by: At least 90 days prior to sailing.

IMPORTANT NOTE

This Silver Shore Mid-Land Adventure requires advance booking through Silversea Reservations no later than 90 days prior to the sail date. Requests received after this date may be accommodated on a space-available basis. Tickets are available in limited quantities, and participation cannot be guaranteed for those guests not booking well in advance. A minimum number of participants is required to operate this programme. If this minimum number is not met, Silversea reserves the right to offer the programme at a different rate based on private arrangements, or to cancel the specific departure. Cancellation fee, unless otherwise advised, 90 - 0 days prior to the initial sailing date: 100% of the programme fare per person is due.

Payment in full is due at time of final payment. Bookings made within 120 days of sailing require full payment within seven days of booking or sooner, as specified by Silversea.

All Land Adventure fares are subject to change, and not guaranteed until payment is received in full by Silversea. All Land Adventures are non-transferable, and non-refundable, within 90 days of sailing. Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by someone 18 years of age or older. All Land Adventures are owned by independent contractors, and Silversea makes no representations and assumes no responsibility for the services provided by these operators. Land Adventures may be modified by the operators at their sole discretion.

VISA INFORMATION:

Please check with your travel professional for details regarding visa requirements for Peru and Chile. It is the responsibility of each guest to obtain all appropriate visas before cruising.

LOCAL CURRENCY:

The local currency for Peru is the Peruvian Sol, and the local currency for Chile is the Chilean Peso; however, US Dollars are well-accepted by most vendors; local ATMs are available in some locations visited, and credit cards are accepted in most larger shops and hotels (shopping stops are planned during the program).

Discover one of South America's most spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Sites during this unforgettable, seven-night overland journey to Machu Picchu, with stops in Cusco, Lima, the Sacred Valley, Santiago de Chile, and Easter Island along the way.

DAY ONE - Saturday, February 15, 2020 - Valparaiso/Santiago/Lima

Scenic drive from Valparaiso to the Santiago Airport, and a scheduled flight to Lima

After disembarking the ship in Valparaiso, meet your guided and depart the pier for the scenic, approximately two-hour drive to the Santiago Airport. Upon arrival, check-in for your scheduled, approximately 3.5-hour flight to Lima, Peru.

Hotel transfer, check-in and some free time to freshen-up before dinner

Upon arrival in Lima, meet your guide and transfer to the Wyndham Costa del Sol Airport Hotel for check-in, and some free time to freshen-up before dinner.

Dinner is at the hotel.

Overnight accommodations in a Standard Room at the Wyndham Costa del Sol Airport Hotel - Lima

DAY TWO - Sunday, February 16, 2020 - Lima/Cusco/Sacred Valley/Cusco

Breakfast, check-out, transfer to the Lima Airport and scheduled flight to Cusco

After an early breakfast at the hotel and check-out, meet your guide and transfer to the Lima Airport for your scheduled, approximately 1.5-hour flight to Cusco, taking you from sea level to the heights of the Andes.

Guided tour of the ancient Incan citadel, Sacsayhuaman

Upon arrival at Cusco, the historic capital of the Incan Empire, meet your guide and transfer to Sacsayhuaman. Strategically located on a hill overlooking Cusco, Sacsayhuaman was constructed without mortar, like many other Inca structures. Yet the enormous stones, some weighing approximately 200 tons (about 181 metric tons), of the remaining walls fit so tightly that not even a thin blade of grass can slide between them. The craftsmanship is a stunning example of the Inca's sophisticated construction techniques and architectural skills.

Drive into the Sacred Valley, and proceed for lunch at the Hacienda Sarapampa

Next, continue into the Sacred Valley, and proceed to Hacienda Sarapampa. After lunch at this beautiful venue, drive to the Inkariy Museum.

Guided tour of the Inkariy Museum

The museum aims to protect and increase the awareness of Peruvian history, with a particular emphasis on the human factor of the pre-Colombian societies, and teaching Peruvians about their ancestors. Discover the various cultures of Peru, including those of the splendid Incan Empire an Caral, Chavin, Paracas, Moche, Nasca, Wari, Lambayeque, and Chimu.

Hotel transfer, check-in and some free time to freshen-up before dinner

At the conclusion of your visit, transfer to the Rio Sagrado Hotel for check-in and some free time to freshen-up before dinner.

Dinner is at the hotel.

Overnight accommodations in a Deluxe Terrace Room at the Rio Sagrado Hotel - Cusco

DAY THREE - Monday, February 17, 2020 - Cusco/Sacred Valley/Cusco

Breakfast and a guided tour of the village of Ccor Ccor, with local home visits

After breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide and depart for the scenic, approximately 70-minute drive to the village of Ccor Ccor. Upon arrival, meet the Quechua-speaking farmers and weavers of this rural community. Experience the local lifestyle and traditions by participating in their daily activities, and visiting their kitchens to see the colourful variety of local food on display.

Textile techniques and designs demonstrations

Afterward, the welcoming and hospitable villagers put on a demonstration of textile techniques and designs, an essential feature of Peruvian life for millenia. They share this knowledge with you, and reveal the symbolic meanings encoded into their cloth and styles of dress.

Agricultural and soil-tilling demonstrations and blessings

Next, take a short stroll with your new villager friends. Accompanied by flutes and drums, enter the heart of the Andean agricultural cycle, as vital today as it was during Incan times. Watch as your Quechua hosts demonstrate how they hand-turn the soil on the mountainsides, and invite you to join them whilst they bless their earth, animals and newly-ploughed land.

Lunch at the Hacienda Huayoccari, and a guided visit to the ruins of the Ollantaytambo Fortress

Following this celebration of profound Andean traditions inherited from the Inca past, re-board your coach and proceed for lunch at the Hacienda Huayoccari. After lunch, drive to Ollantaytambo for a guided visit to the ruins of the Ollantaytambo Fortress. At the conclusion of your visit, transfer back to the hotel.

Dinner is at the hotel.

Overnight accommodations in a Deluxe Terrace Room at the Rio Sagrado Hotel - Cusco

DAY FOUR - Tuesday, February 18, 2020 - Cusco/Macchu Picchu/Cusco

Breakfast, a ride aboard a deluxe train for lunch and panoramic ride to Macchu Picchu

After breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide and depart for the short walk to the Rio Sagrado Train Station. Upon arrival, board the Hiram Bingham, the deluxe train named after the man who discovered Machu Picchu in 1944. During the journey, enjoy brunch on board whilst taking in the spectacular Andean scenery.

Transfer to Macchu Picchu, and a guided walking tour of this incredible ancient city

Upon arrival at the Aguas Calientes Train Station, transfer to Macchu Picchu. The highlight of your day is experiencing the timeless wonder and grandeur of this 'Lost City of the Incas'. Your guided walking tour explores the terraces and aqueducts leading to the Temple of the Three Windows. Here, see the sun's rays pass through the temple to light the Sacred Plaza and visit the curious stone block believed to be a solar clock.

Explore remarkably preserved palaces, baths, temples, storage rooms, and some 150 houses

Whilst exploring this Incan retreat perched between Huayna Picchu (Young Peak) and Machu Picchu (Old Peak), it is easy to be moved by the wonder of this magnificent ancient wonder. Perched approximately 2,000 feet (about 610 metres) above the rumbling Urubamba River, it contains misty palaces, baths, temples, storage rooms, and some 150 houses, all in a remarkable state of preservation. Carved from the granite of the mountain top, many of the building blocks weigh 50 tons (about 45 metric tons) or more, yet are so precisely sculpted and fitted that the mortar-less joints won't permit the insertion of even a thin knife-blade.

Transfer back to the train station and a return-ride to Rio Sagrado, with dinner served on board

Following your tour of Macchu Picchu, transfer back to the Aguas Calientes Train Station and re-board the Hiram Bingham train for the return-ride to Rio Sagrado, with dinner served on board. Upon arrival at the Rio Sagrado Train Station, transfer back to the hotel.

Overnight accommodations in a Deluxe Terrace Room at the Rio Sagrado Hotel - Cusco

DAY FIVE - Wednesday, February 19, 2020 - Cusco/Lima

Breakfast, a scenic drive to Cusco, and visits to the Cusco Cathedral and Plaza Mayor

After breakfast at the hotel and check-out, meet your guide and depart for the scenic, approximately 45-minute drive to Cusco. Upon arrival, a visit is made to the Cusco Cathedral and Plaza Mayor. Many of the stones used in the construction of this splendid, Baroque-style Cathedral, built in the mid-1500s on the foundations of an Incan palace, were looted from the nearby Sacsayhuaman Fortress.

Visit to Koricancha and the lovely Dominican Convent of Santo Domingo

Next, continue to the sacred site of Koricancha. Here, admire the lovely Dominican Convent of Santo Domingo, which was built on the foundations of the Temple of the Sun, the most exquisite temple in the Incan Empire. The curved, mortar-less masonry wall at the west end of the church is considered to be one of the greatest existing examples of Incan stonework.

Lunch at a local restaurant, an airport transfer and a scheduled flight to Lima

Next, re-board your coach and proceed for lunch at a local restaurant in Cusco. After lunch, transfer to the airport for your scheduled, approximately 1.5-hour chartered flight to Lima.

Transfer to the Miraflores Park Hotel for check-in

Upon arrival, meet your guided and transfer to the Miraflores Park Hotel for check-in.

Overnight accommodations in an Ocean-View Junior Suite at the Miraflores Park Hotel - Lima

DAY SIX - Thursday, February 20, 2020 - Lima/Santiago

Breakfast, check-out, an airport transfer and a scheduled flight to Santiago

After breakfast at the hotel and check-out, meet your guide and transfer to the Lima Airport for your scheduled, approximately 3.5-hour flight to Santiago.

Upon arrival to Santiago, meet your guide for the short walk to the Holiday Inn Santiago.

Lunch and dinner are at your own expense.

Overnight accommodations in a Standard Room at the Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal - Santiago

DAY SEVEN - Friday, February 21, 2020 - Santiago/Easter Island

Early-morning, wake-up, coffee and an airport transfer for your scheduled flight to Easter Island

After an early-morning wake-up call and 'coffee and cookies to go' in the hotel lobby, check-out, meet your guide and transfer to Santiago Airport for your scheduled, approximately three-hour flight to Easter Island.

Hotel transfer, check-in, lunch at the hotel and some free time at leisure

Upon arrival at Easter Island, meet your guide and transfer to the Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa Hotel for check-in, followed by lunch at the hotel and some free time at leisure.

Scenic afternoon drive to the spectacular, 7th-century Ahu Tahai

This afternoon, meet your guide and depart for the scenic, approximately two-hour drive to the spectacular, 7th-century Ahu Tahai. Restored in 1967 by archaeologist William Mulloy, Ahu Tahia is one of the oldest dated sites on the island. Although the name 'Tahai' is used generally to describe the site, it does, in fact, include three different ahu (temples).

Guided tour of Ahu Tahai, a restored boat-house, hen's house and boat ramp

Your guided tour of this site offers a unique opportunity to learn about the burial rituals, and relationship between the Rapa Nui elders and sacredness. In addition, see a restored hare paenga (boat-house), hare moa (hen's-house) and boat-ramp; a recreation of everything that marked the existence of the Rapa Nui culture, its beliefs and resources.

Local fruit juice and cake, and a Takona body-painting session accompanied by traditional songs

As a special treat, you are invited to enjoy a glass of natural fruit juice and poe (traditional cake) at this remarkable location whilst enjoying a Takona body-painting, which has been specially staged for the group. During traditional ceremonies, Rapa Nui people paint their faces and bodies, thus preserving the technique of mixing natural pigments and describing the meaning of the painting. Your body-painting session is accompanied by musicians singing traditional songs.

Visits to a picturesque cemetery, Catholic Church to view woodcarvings, and a hotel transfer

Next, re-board your coach and head for a visit to a picturesque cemetery, then stop for a look at interesting woodcarvings in the Catholic Church. Afterward, drive through the village en route to the hotel.

Dinner is at the hotel.

Overnight accommodations in a Kainga Room at the Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa Hotel - Easter Island

Please note: The weather on Easter Island is unpredictable, and showers can be expected throughout, even on a sunny day; lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes and raingear are recommended.

DAY EIGHT - Saturday, February 22, 2020 - Easter Island

Breakfast, check-out and a transfer to the pier and ship

After breakfast at the hotel and check-out, meet your guide and transfer to the Hangaroa Quay. Upon arrival, embark the ship.

Please note: This Mid-Voyage Land Adventure requires an extensive amount of walking, at times over uneven, rough, rocky, slippery, and natural surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coaches and buses, board/de-board the airplane and train, and many steps at the sites visited. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guests with back and/or neck problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests prone to motion sickness, guests with a fear of heights, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable and fast-drying cotton clothing with flat, non-slip, and closed-toe walking shoes or sneakers, and bring sun protection, sunglasses with a strap, insect repellent, a light sweater or windbreaker for the early-mornings and evenings, raingear, a backpack, camera, plastic bag to keep your camera or photographic equipment dry, medications, binoculars, and local currency for purchases from the ship. Proper attire is required to enter the churches; shorts and bare shoulders are not permitted. Guests must carry their passports and ship's ID at all times. Guests must be at least 21 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. The tour sequence and itinerary may vary. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.

Airlines restrict baggage to one bag at approximately 50 pounds (about 23 kilograms) per person; hand-luggage cannot exceed 17 pounds (about eight kilograms) in weight, and smaller aircraft may be utilised (at the discretion of the airline). Additional bags can be checked in at the service desk, and the fee is payable at the check-in counter at the time of booking.

Programme Includes:

One-night stay in a Standard Room at the Wyndham Costa del Sol Airport Hotel - Lima

Three-night stay in a Deluxe Terrace Room at the Rio Sagrado Hotel - Cusco

One-night stay in an Ocean-View Junior Suite at the Miraflores Park Hotel - Lima

One-night stay in a Standard Room at the Holiday Inn Santiago - Santiago

One-night stay in a Kainga Room at the Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa Hotel - Easter Island

Scheduled, Economy-Class flights: Santiago/Lima/Cusco/Santiago/Easter Island. Business-Class is available upon request at an additional charge and subject to availability, as most aircraft do not offer business seating.

Round-trip train-ride with one lunch and one dinner aboard the Hiram Bingham: Cusco/Macchu Picchu/Cusco

Seven breakfast, six lunches and four dinners (lunch includes choice of local beers, soft drinks, bottled water; beverage at dinner also includes house wine)

Lunch at the lunch at the Hacienda Sarapampa - Sacred Valley

Local home visits in the village of Ccor Ccor

Textile technique and design demonstrations

Agricultural and soil-tilling demonstrations and blessings

Guided tour of Macchu Picchu

Lunch at a local restaurant - Cusco

Takona body-painting session accompanied by traditional songs - Easter Island

All sightseeing and transfers as per itinerary

Not Included:

Any meals and drinks not specified above, charges incurred by the airlines for excess or overweight luggage, gratuities to drivers and tour guides, laundry, telephone calls, cancellation insurance, and other personal items.

This Mid-Land programme is only available for In-Transit guests continuing on Voyage 4003.

Discover one of South America's most spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Sites during this unforgettable, seven-night overland journey to Machu Picchu, recently declared one of the 'New Seven Wonders of the World'. Few destinations can compare to the 'Lost City of the Incas', one of the most beautiful and enigmatic sites on the planet.

Located in the Pacific Ocean at the south-easternmost point of the Polynesian Triangle. Easter Island is famous for its 887 extant monumental statues, or moai, created by the early Rapa Nui people. In 1995, UNESCO named Easter Island a World Heritage Site, with much of the island protected within Rapa Nui National Park.

From Valparaiso, travel by land-and-air to Lima via Santiago de Chile. In the morning, a scheduled flight takes you to Cusco, nestled in the Andes. Visit the massive ancient Incan citadel, Sacsayhuaman, which overlooks Cusco. From here, drive into the Sacred Valley and proceed for lunch at the Hacienda Sarapampa, then take a guided tour of the Inkariy Museum. The next day, a visit is made to the traditional village of Ccor Ccor. Visit local homes, observe textile techniques and design demonstrations, as well as agricultural and soil-tilling demonstrations and blessings. After lunch you will visit Ollantaytambo Fortress before heading back to the hotel. On the fourth day, enjoy lunch whilst travelling aboard the luxury train 'Hiram Bingham' to Machu Picchu and visit the Inca's breath-taking 'Citadel in the Clouds' ringed by verdant mountain peaks. During a guided walking tour of this incredible ancient city, explore remarkably preserved palaces, baths, temples, storage rooms, and houses. Afterward, commence transfer back to the train station for the return-ride to Rio Sagrado, with dinner served on board. The following morning, take a scenic drive to Cusco, and visit the Cusco Cathedral, Plaza Mayor and sacred site of Koricancha, home of the lovely Dominican Convent of Santo Domingo. After lunch at a local restaurant, transfer to the airport for your scheduled flight to Lima. Following an overnight stay at the Miraflores Park Hotel, fly to Santiago for an overnight stay, then fly on to Easter Island the next morning. Take a guided tour of the spectacular, 7th-century Ahu Tahai, then enjoy local fruit juice and cake, along with a Takona body-painting session accompanied by traditional songs. Afterward, visit a picturesque cemetery and the Catholic Church to view woodcarvings. Following an overnight stay, breakfast at the hotel and check-out, your Mid-Voyage Land Adventure concludes on Day Eight with a transfer to the Hangaroa Quay. Upon arrival, embark the ship.

From Inca to Rapa Nui, Machu Picchu & Easter Island

Duration: 8 Days/7 Nights

Departs from: Valparaiso

Re-join ship: Easter Island

Reserve by: At least 90 days prior to sailing.

IMPORTANT NOTE

This Silver Shore Mid-Land Adventure requires advance booking through Silversea Reservations no later than 90 days prior to the sail date. Requests received after this date may be accommodated on a space-available basis. Tickets are available in limited quantities, and participation cannot be guaranteed for those guests not booking well in advance. A minimum number of participants is required to operate this programme. If this minimum number is not met, Silversea reserves the right to offer the programme at a different rate based on private arrangements, or to cancel the specific departure. Cancellation fee, unless otherwise advised, 90 - 0 days prior to the initial sailing date: 100% of the programme fare per person is due.

Payment in full is due at time of final payment. Bookings made within 120 days of sailing require full payment within seven days of booking or sooner, as specified by Silversea.

All Land Adventure fares are subject to change, and not guaranteed until payment is received in full by Silversea. All Land Adventures are non-transferable, and non-refundable, within 90 days of sailing. Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by someone 18 years of age or older. All Land Adventures are owned by independent contractors, and Silversea makes no representations and assumes no responsibility for the services provided by these operators. Land Adventures may be modified by the operators at their sole discretion.

VISA INFORMATION:

Please check with your travel professional for details regarding visa requirements for Peru and Chile. It is the responsibility of each guest to obtain all appropriate visas before cruising.

LOCAL CURRENCY:

The local currency for Peru is the Peruvian Sol, and the local currency for Chile is the Chilean Peso; however, US Dollars are well-accepted by most vendors; local ATMs are available in some locations visited, and credit cards are accepted in most larger shops and hotels (shopping stops are planned during the program).

Discover one of South America's most spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Sites during this unforgettable, seven-night overland journey to Machu Picchu, with stops in Cusco, Lima, the Sacred Valley, Santiago de Chile, and Easter Island along the way.

DAY ONE - Saturday, February 15, 2020 - Valparaiso/Santiago/Lima

Scenic drive from Valparaiso to the Santiago Airport, and a scheduled flight to Lima

After disembarking the ship in Valparaiso, meet your guided and depart the pier for the scenic, approximately two-hour drive to the Santiago Airport. Upon arrival, check-in for your scheduled, approximately 3.5-hour flight to Lima, Peru.

Hotel transfer, check-in and some free time to freshen-up before dinner

Upon arrival in Lima, meet your guide and transfer to the Wyndham Costa del Sol Airport Hotel for check-in, and some free time to freshen-up before dinner.

Dinner is at the hotel.

Overnight accommodations in a Standard Room at the Wyndham Costa del Sol Airport Hotel - Lima

DAY TWO - Sunday, February 16, 2020 - Lima/Cusco/Sacred Valley/Cusco

Breakfast, check-out, transfer to the Lima Airport and scheduled flight to Cusco

After an early breakfast at the hotel and check-out, meet your guide and transfer to the Lima Airport for your scheduled, approximately 1.5-hour flight to Cusco, taking you from sea level to the heights of the Andes.

Guided tour of the ancient Incan citadel, Sacsayhuaman

Upon arrival at Cusco, the historic capital of the Incan Empire, meet your guide and transfer to Sacsayhuaman. Strategically located on a hill overlooking Cusco, Sacsayhuaman was constructed without mortar, like many other Inca structures. Yet the enormous stones, some weighing approximately 200 tons (about 181 metric tons), of the remaining walls fit so tightly that not even a thin blade of grass can slide between them. The craftsmanship is a stunning example of the Inca's sophisticated construction techniques and architectural skills.

Drive into the Sacred Valley, and proceed for lunch at the Tambo del Inka´s restaurant " Hawa"

Next, continue into the Sacred Valley, and proceed to the Tambo del Inka's restaurant "Hawa". After lunch at this beautiful venue, drive to the Inkariy Museum.

Guided tour of the Inkariy Museum

The museum aims to protect and increase the awareness of Peruvian history, with a particular emphasis on the human factor of the pre-Colombian societies, and teaching Peruvians about their ancestors. Discover the various cultures of Peru, including those of the splendid Incan Empire an Caral, Chavin, Paracas, Moche, Nasca, Wari, Lambayeque, and Chimu.

Hotel transfer, check-in and some free time to freshen-up before dinner

At the conclusion of your visit, transfer to the Rio Sagrado Hotel for check-in and some free time to freshen-up before dinner.

Dinner is at the hotel.

Overnight accommodations in a Deluxe Terrace Room at the Rio Sagrado Hotel - Cusco

DAY THREE - Monday, February 17, 2020 - Cusco/Sacred Valley/Cusco

Breakfast and a guided tour of the village of Ccor Ccor, with local home visits

After breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide and depart for the scenic, approximately 70-minute drive to the village of Ccor Ccor. Upon arrival, meet the Quechua-speaking farmers and weavers of this rural community. Experience the local lifestyle and traditions by participating in their daily activities, and visiting their kitchens to see the colourful variety of local food on display.

Textile techniques and designs demonstrations

Afterward, the welcoming and hospitable villagers put on a demonstration of textile techniques and designs, an essential feature of Peruvian life for millenia. They share this knowledge with you, and reveal the symbolic meanings encoded into their cloth and styles of dress.

Agricultural and soil-tilling demonstrations and blessings

Next, take a short stroll with your new villager friends. Accompanied by flutes and drums, enter the heart of the Andean agricultural cycle, as vital today as it was during Incan times. Watch as your Quechua hosts demonstrate how they hand-turn the soil on the mountainsides, and invite you to join them whilst they bless their earth, animals and newly-ploughed land.

Lunch at the Hacienda Huayoccari, and a guided visit to the ruins of the Ollantaytambo Fortress

Following this celebration of profound Andean traditions inherited from the Inca past, re-board your coach and proceed for lunch at the Hacienda Huayoccari. After lunch, drive to Ollantaytambo for a guided visit to the ruins of the Ollantaytambo Fortress. At the conclusion of your visit, transfer back to the hotel.

Dinner is at the hotel.

Overnight accommodations in a Deluxe Terrace Room at the Rio Sagrado Hotel - Cusco

DAY FOUR - Tuesday, February 18, 2020 - Cusco/Macchu Picchu/Cusco

Breakfast, a ride aboard a deluxe train for lunch and panoramic ride to Macchu Picchu

After breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide and depart for the short walk to the Rio Sagrado Train Station. Upon arrival, board the Hiram Bingham, the deluxe train named after the man who discovered Machu Picchu in 1944. During the journey, enjoy brunch on board whilst taking in the spectacular Andean scenery.

Transfer to Macchu Picchu, and a guided walking tour of this incredible ancient city

Upon arrival at the Aguas Calientes Train Station, transfer to Macchu Picchu. The highlight of your day is experiencing the timeless wonder and grandeur of this 'Lost City of the Incas'. Your guided walking tour explores the terraces and aqueducts leading to the Temple of the Three Windows. Here, see the sun's rays pass through the temple to light the Sacred Plaza and visit the curious stone block believed to be a solar clock.

Explore remarkably preserved palaces, baths, temples, storage rooms, and some 150 houses

Whilst exploring this Incan retreat perched between Huayna Picchu (Young Peak) and Machu Picchu (Old Peak), it is easy to be moved by the wonder of this magnificent ancient wonder. Perched approximately 2,000 feet (about 610 metres) above the rumbling Urubamba River, it contains misty palaces, baths, temples, storage rooms, and some 150 houses, all in a remarkable state of preservation. Carved from the granite of the mountain top, many of the building blocks weigh 50 tons (about 45 metric tons) or more, yet are so precisely sculpted and fitted that the mortar-less joints won't permit the insertion of even a thin knife-blade.

Transfer back to the train station and a return-ride to Rio Sagrado, with dinner served on board

Following your tour of Macchu Picchu, transfer back to the Aguas Calientes Train Station and re-board the Hiram Bingham train for the return-ride to Rio Sagrado, with dinner served on board. Upon arrival at the Rio Sagrado Train Station, transfer back to the hotel.

Overnight accommodations in a Deluxe Terrace Room at the Rio Sagrado Hotel - Cusco

DAY FIVE - Wednesday, February 19, 2020 - Cusco/Lima

Breakfast, a scenic drive to Cusco, and visits to the Cusco Cathedral and Plaza Mayor

After breakfast at the hotel and check-out, meet your guide and depart for the scenic, approximately 45-minute drive to Cusco. Upon arrival, a visit is made to the Cusco Cathedral and Plaza Mayor. Many of the stones used in the construction of this splendid, Baroque-style Cathedral, built in the mid-1500s on the foundations of an Incan palace, were looted from the nearby Sacsayhuaman Fortress.

Visit to Koricancha and the lovely Dominican Convent of Santo Domingo

Next, continue to the sacred site of Koricancha. Here, admire the lovely Dominican Convent of Santo Domingo, which was built on the foundations of the Temple of the Sun, the most exquisite temple in the Incan Empire. The curved, mortar-less masonry wall at the west end of the church is considered to be one of the greatest existing examples of Incan stonework.

Lunch at a local restaurant, an airport transfer and a scheduled flight to Lima

Next, re-board your coach and proceed for lunch at a local restaurant in Cusco. After lunch, transfer to the airport for your scheduled, approximately 1.5-hour chartered flight to Lima.

Transfer to the Miraflores Park Hotel for check-in

Upon arrival, proceed to visit Casa Luna, a private residence with a large collection of Nativity scenes from around the world. Continue with a panoramic tour through Miraflores district and transfer to Miraflores Park Hotel for check-in.

Overnight accommodations in an Ocean-View Junior Suite at the Miraflores Park Hotel - Lima

DAY SIX - Thursday, February 20, 2020 - Lima/Santiago

Breakfast, check-out, an airport transfer and a scheduled flight to Santiago

After breakfast at the hotel and check-out, meet your guide and transfer to the Lima Airport for your scheduled, approximately 3.5-hour flight to Santiago.

Upon arrival to Santiago, meet your guide for the short walk to the Holiday Inn Santiago.

Lunch and dinner are at your own expense.

Overnight accommodations in a Standard Room at the Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal - Santiago

DAY SEVEN - Friday, February 21, 2020 - Santiago/Easter Island

Early-morning, wake-up, coffee and an airport transfer for your scheduled flight to Easter Island

After an early-morning wake-up call and 'coffee and cookies to go' in the hotel lobby, check-out, meet your guide and transfer to Santiago Airport for your scheduled, approximately three-hour flight to Easter Island.

Hotel transfer, check-in, lunch at the hotel and some free time at leisure

Upon arrival at Easter Island, meet your guide and transfer to the Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa Hotel for check-in, followed by lunch at the hotel and some free time at leisure.

Scenic afternoon drive to the spectacular, 7th-century Ahu Tahai

This afternoon, meet your guide and depart for the scenic, approximately two-hour drive to the spectacular, 7th-century Ahu Tahai. Restored in 1967 by archaeologist William Mulloy, Ahu Tahia is one of the oldest dated sites on the island. Although the name 'Tahai' is used generally to describe the site, it does, in fact, include three different ahu (temples).

Guided tour of Ahu Tahai, a restored boat-house, hen's house and boat ramp

Your guided tour of this site offers a unique opportunity to learn about the burial rituals, and relationship between the Rapa Nui elders and sacredness. In addition, see a restored hare paenga (boat-house), hare moa (hen's-house) and boat-ramp; a recreation of everything that marked the existence of the Rapa Nui culture, its beliefs and resources.

Local fruit juice and cake, and a Takona body-painting session accompanied by traditional songs

As a special treat, you are invited to enjoy a glass of natural fruit juice and poe (traditional cake) at this remarkable location whilst enjoying a Takona body-painting, which has been specially staged for the group. During traditional ceremonies, Rapa Nui people paint their faces and bodies, thus preserving the technique of mixing natural pigments and describing the meaning of the painting. Your body-painting session is accompanied by musicians singing traditional songs.

Visits to a picturesque cemetery, Catholic Church to view woodcarvings, and a hotel transfer

Next, re-board your coach and head for a visit to a picturesque cemetery, then stop for a look at interesting woodcarvings in the Catholic Church. Afterward, drive through the village en route to the hotel.

Dinner is at the hotel.

Overnight accommodations in a Kainga Room at the Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa Hotel - Easter Island

Please note: The weather on Easter Island is unpredictable, and showers can be expected throughout, even on a sunny day; lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes and raingear are recommended.

DAY EIGHT - Saturday, February 22, 2020 - Easter Island

Breakfast, check-out and a transfer to the pier and ship

After breakfast at the hotel and check-out, meet your guide and transfer to the Hangaroa Quay. Upon arrival, embark the ship.

Please note: This Mid-Voyage Land Adventure requires an extensive amount of walking, at times over uneven, rough, rocky, slippery, and natural surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coaches and buses, board/de-board the airplane and train, and many steps at the sites visited. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guests with back and/or neck problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests prone to motion sickness, guests with a fear of heights, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable and fast-drying cotton clothing with flat, non-slip, and closed-toe walking shoes or sneakers, and bring sun protection, sunglasses with a strap, insect repellent, a light sweater or windbreaker for the early-mornings and evenings, raingear, a backpack, camera, plastic bag to keep your camera or photographic equipment dry, medications, binoculars, and local currency for purchases from the ship. Proper attire is required to enter the churches; shorts and bare shoulders are not permitted. Guests must carry their passports and ship's ID at all times. Guests must be at least 21 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. The tour sequence and itinerary may vary. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.

Airlines restrict baggage to one bag at approximately 50 pounds (about 23 kilograms) per person; hand-luggage cannot exceed 17 pounds (about eight kilograms) in weight, and smaller aircraft may be utilised (at the discretion of the airline). Additional bags can be checked in at the service desk, and the fee is payable at the check-in counter at the time of booking.

Programme Includes:

One-night stay in a Standard Room at the Wyndham Costa del Sol Airport Hotel - Lima

Three-night stay in a Deluxe Terrace Room at the Rio Sagrado Hotel - Cusco

One-night stay in an Ocean-View Junior Suite at the Miraflores Park Hotel - Lima

One-night stay in a Standard Room at the Holiday Inn Santiago - Santiago

One-night stay in a Kainga Room at the Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa Hotel - Easter Island

Scheduled, Economy-Class flights: Santiago/Lima/Cusco/Santiago/Easter Island. Business-Class is available upon request at an additional charge and subject to availability, as most aircraft do not offer business seating.

Round-trip train-ride with one lunch and one dinner aboard the Hiram Bingham: Cusco/Macchu Picchu/Cusco

Seven breakfast, six lunches and four dinners (lunch includes choice of local beers, soft drinks, bottled water; beverage at dinner also includes house wine)

Lunch at the lunch at the Hacienda Sarapampa - Sacred Valley

Local home visits in the village of Ccor Ccor

Textile technique and design demonstrations

Agricultural and soil-tilling demonstrations and blessings

Guided tour of Macchu Picchu

Lunch at a local restaurant - Cusco

Takona body-painting session accompanied by traditional songs - Easter Island

All sightseeing and transfers as per itinerary

Not Included:

Any meals and drinks not specified above, charges incurred by the airlines for excess or overweight luggage, gratuities to drivers and tour guides, laundry, telephone calls, cancellation insurance, and other personal items.

SANTIAGO SIMPLY HOTEL

Our Simply Hotel selection is the perfect choice for those who want a centrally located setting from which to discover - or rediscover - the city. Rooms in these 4.5 and 5-star properties are generally Standard Double or King rooms that provide comfortable accommodations and superior service for those who wish to extend their trip with a cultural or shopping experience in some of the world's most iconic cities.

For your convenience, we can easily organize transfers between the airport and hotel or between the hotel and the pier so that you only have to decide how much or how little you wish to do.

Hotel brands that we consistently feature include Intercontinental, JW Marriott, Fairmont or the Conrad Group.

Sheraton Santiago Hotel and Convention Center

Sheraton Santiago Hotel and Convention Center is the largest hotel in Chile with 525 rooms available in all categories. Located in the midst of parks and gardens, just 15 minutes away from the city's international airport, features first-class services and awarded cuisine. Explore the best spots for Premium shopping, taste some of the finest wines in the globe and relax at our beautiful outdoor pool area on a sunny summer day.

Hotel Santiago by Mandarin

The Singular Hotels form a collection of unique hotels in search of maintaining the identity of its surroundings, paying tribute to the history behind each location integrating to its essence. A space where you are able to be immersed in different experiences, where local products are used to offer a sophisticated cuisine, in an elegant yet simple setting with a personalised service. The meaning of luxury is the blend between what connects us to nature, culture and history, and the continuous search for unique travel experiences with a personalized service.

Hotel Santiago by Mandarin

As one of the most luxurious hotels in South America, Hotel Santiago enjoys a reputation for style, service and outstanding facilities. Located in the exclusive neighbourhood of Las Condes, and with a choice of award-winning restaurants, beautiful rooms and an outdoor pool, we offer the perfect base for your Santiago stay.

SANTIAGO GRANDE HOTEL

The Grande Hotel is for those who want to begin or prolong their Silversea holiday - luxury accommodations, exclusive service and impeccable attention to detail in style. Grande Hotel guests appreciate the finer things in life. These properties have been chosen not only for their prime location but for their outstanding service and their exceptional quality.

For your convenience, we can easily organize transfers between the airport and hotel or between the hotel and the pier so that you only have to decide how much or how little you wish to do.

Hotel groups that are frequently featured in our program include Shangri-La, Four Seasons, Peninsula or Fairmont to name just a few.