BOOK THIS TRIPCargo Ship Cruise - Europe, Africa & South America
Trip Valid:
01/01/2009 to 31/12/2010
Duration:
34 days (London to Buenos Aires)
Highlights:
All that is London, A European up and comer in Antwerp, The Normandy coastline, Soak up the sangria in Basque country, The souks of Casablanca, The music of Senegal, The undiscovered West Africa, Brazilian samba and lust for life, A last tango in Argentina
Trip Code:
TLCSA
Group Size:
Minimum 1, Maximum 12
Price:
Prices from AUD $3405
Please ask us about 2010 departures
Prices are per person and based on twin share Outside Cabins (BE1 and BE2).
Single price is $4845
There are 4 -5 departures on different dates each month. Please let us know which ports of call are most important to you. Not all ships stop at all ports and no ship covers every port mentioned.
pricing for Australia: change country
Extras:
view 2008 airport transfers and pre- & post-trip accommodation prices
This is a journey that takes in 3 continents and travels in the manner of a bygone era. This is a true adventure with myriad diverse experiences to be encountered along the way. In Europe you could go from people watching in Soho to dining on French cuisine in a Normandy village to drinking sangria in a Basque Bar with the locals. In Africa you move from the souks of Casablanca to the rhythms of Senegal to the voodoo of Gambia. And in South America this journey allows you to get in touch with your inner samba in Brazil and finish up with a tango in Argentina. Never before has so much diversity been packed into a little over a month of travel to leave you with a lifetime of memories.
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meals included: All meals are included while on board.
transport: Cargo Ship.
accommodation: Ship board cabins with bunk-style beds (31 nights).
budget: Allow for meals not included.
departs: Departs every Monday
important notes:
This is by far our most popular Cargo Ship Cruise and therefore sells out well in advance. There are currently no cabins available for the rest of 2009 although they can become available from time to time.
For those looking to travel in 2010 I highly recommend you email through a request before the end of September 2009. We can put you on the waitlist and give you the best chance of securing a place once dates a released for the new year.
Please email travellab@intrepidtravel.com and put "South America Cargo Cruise 2010" into the subject line. Please let us know your preferred dates and preferred points of call.
IMPORTANT NOTE
It is important to note that not all ships stop at all ports along this route. The ports of call are determined by the cargo that is being delivered or picked up. It is very unlikely that any ship will stop at all ports mentioned below but this is the maximum number of possibilities.
Very few ships pull into Casablanca, Banjul, Conakry and Freetown. Most other ports are serviced regularly with Bilbao, Salvador Bahia and Montevideo being the next least regular. If you have a specific port or ports of call you do not want to miss please let us know your preferences to enable us to find the best ship/routing for you.
The actual ports of call are determined until 6 weeks prior to the anticipated sailing date. The route and cargo taken also determines the amount of days each trip takes. 32 days is again the maximum possible for Tilbury to Buenos Aires although some ships do the journey in only 27 days.
Tilbury - UK
Tilbury today is a small town on the north side of the River Thames, about 45 kilometres (28 miles) east from the centre of London. The town is dominated by the docks which have facilities for many types of cargo, such as timber, fruit, cement, vehicles and containers.
Depending on time in port, access to London is made easy via train from the centre of town to reach Fenchurch Street Station with connections to the London underground (allow approximately one hour).
Your journey begins just on the outskirts of London. Arrive early to take in the sights of Londontown such as the famous tower and Buckingham Palace or maybe check out some world class art at the Tate Museum or go people watching in Soho.
Antwerp - Belgium
It was in the 13th century that Antwerp, a small settlement that was already a thousand year old, really began to grow. In contrast, there is the 19th century urban expansion with its middle-class houses in all sorts of neo-styles.
Antwerp is indisputably the diamond centre of the world. It is also the hometown of some of the famous Flemish painters such us Teniers, Jacob Jordaens, Antoon Van Dyck and in particular, Pieter Paul Rubens.
Le Harve - France
Check out the quaint villages of Normandy which are home to some world class cuisine.
Bilbao - Spain
Explore the Basque country of Spain and enjoy a unique and ancient European culture.
Casablanca - Morocco
Morocco is a land of souks and camels with an exotic atmosphere unlike any other. Take the chance to visit the only mosque open to non Muslims in the country with its amazing square minaret.
Dakar - Senegal
Welcome to Africa! It is here that the journey concludes. Our berth is within easy
reach of the centre of Dakar. The centre of town can be easily reached by local taxi, or by foot for the adventurous but not recommended with your luggage.
Dakar is one of the finest cities in West Africa, with a cosmopolitan atmosphere, temperate climate, wide range of restaurants, bars and nightclubs and many interesting things to see and do.
Banjul - Gambia
The capital of Gambia is a great place to try some incredible fresh seafood cooked the African way.
Conarky - Guinea
Take the chance to head inland for a while and visit the Soumba waterfall.
Freetown - Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone is known for its hospitable people. Maybe head to some of Africa's most beautiful and unspoilt beaches for a day of swimmimng.
Salvador de Bahia - Brazil
Salvador is the party captial of Brazil. The mix of African and Portugese culture makes this a fun place to visit.
Vitoria - Brazil
Great architecture reflecting the history of Brazil awaits in the historic old town of Vitoria.
Rio de Janeiro - Brazil
Visiting the Copacabana beach and the huge statue of Christ overlooking the city will be a memory that lasts forever in this most beautiful of cities.
Santos - Brazil
Pull into the largest harbour in Latin America and enjoy the pleasant seafront of Santos.
Montevideo - Uruguay
Montevideo is the modern capital of Uruguay. A longtime trading port, the many world influences make it a cosmopolitan place to visit.
Zarate - Argentina
Welcome to Argentina. Enjoy a stroll along the river on the Calle Costanera.
Buenos Aires - Argentina
Discover the barrios (neighbourhoods) of Buenos Aires, like the bohemian San Telmo, with its atmospheric plaza, dusty antique stores and moody cafes cooing with the sounds of tango.
LIFE ON BOARD
Discover what life is like on board a cargo ship.
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