Alter do Chao is a village 33 km west of Santerem along one of the only roads in the state of Para, Brazil. Alter do Chao has been for many years a popular tourist destination for locals and with increasing numbers of tourists making trips along the Amazon River this village is becoming a well-known international destination. Alter do Chao is best known for a picturesque white-sand island, known as Ilha do Amor (Island of Love), directly in front of town.
It is an amazing,adventurous experience that gets you in touch wih a different way of life!
Boca da Valeria is a remote village at the confluence of the Rio da Valeria and the Amazon.It is surrounded by the astonishing Amazonian rainforest and the people who live in the village are not more than 75.Life,here,is very different from the modern Amazonian cities,so it is a great chance to exlore the rainforest and of course live for some days with the local people the.Be sure to bring you camera during the exploration ride because the is a very distinct line where the waters of the Valeria River meet the Amazon.In this village,tourists can buy handmade things made by the local Indians, as a souvenir.While exploring the forest,you are able to see rare species of plants,birds and animals.It is surely an experience of a lifetime.
Bridgetown in Barbados is a breathtaking place, a tropical paradise, with many impressive sights.
Bridgetown, the capital of Barbados, retains much of its British heritage. Τhe bustling city, the quiet hillsides and valleys with tropical vegetation, the sandy beaches, which are considered to be the most beautiful in the world and many other impressive sights are waiting to be explored.
Colombo is the largest city and economic capital of Sri Lanka. Due to its large natural harbor and its strategic position on the trade routes, connecting East and West, Colombo was known to the traders of ancient times, about 2000 years ago.
Cochin is a commercial city that stretches over six islands and many narrow peninsulas. You can visit the church of St. Francis, the museum housed in the Ntarmpar mansion, the Dutch palace of the former Maharaja of Malabar with the most beautiful murals in India and the Jewish district with the synagogue in the center of the Market with spices.
Cape Town - The city of Cape of Good Hope, the point where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Indian Ocean. A city with incredible natural beauty, a mosaic of nationalities and cultures, a varied landscape, with skyscrapers and huge shopping centers, with beautiful buildings of colonial architecture and aristocratic neighborhoods with quaint streets full of tall trees. The city's port is one of the largest trade ports in the world.
Durban is the largest city in the South African. Durban is famous for being the busiest port in South Africa. It is also seen as one of the major centers of tourism because of the city's warm subtropical climate and extensive beaches. The Golden Mile, developed as a welcoming tourist destination in the 1970s, as well as Durban at large, provides ample tourist attractions. The Golden Mile was redeveloped late 2009 in time for the 2010 FIFA world cup. Durban's most popular beaches are also located along the Golden Mile. The Mile is also a well-known surfer's haven.
Edinburgh is one of the most charming European cities. Built on seven hills, offers delightful walks in cool tree-lined streets with magnificent views from higher ground. The image of the castle that rises up on one of the hills and hides in the dim halls royal stories of the past, determines the atmosphere of the city. One of the most vivid places in Edinburgh is the Grassmarket Sqare, one of the oldest in town.
Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina is known for its architecture, nightlife and cultural events
Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, is the largest city and port in the country and one of the most prosperous cities in Latin America. It is considered to be the "Paris of South America" with a sense more European than South American. Buenos is known for its architecture, nightlife and cultural events. It has many attractions, such as the Evita Museum in Plaza de Mayo Square, the famous Colon theater, the modern district Recoleta with elegant shops and restaurants and the spectacular Iguassu Falls.
Rio de Janeiro is the most visited city in the southern hemisphere and is known for its natural settings, carnival celebrations, beaches such as Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon. Some of the most famous landmarks in addition to the beaches include the giant statue of Christ on the top of Corcovado mountain, named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
The largest and most famous island of Thailand, Phuket, is full of white, sandy, beaches and glittering seas. A region rich in history and culture, you can explore it from the back of an elephant on a tour of the jungle. Alternatively join a cooking class of the local Thai cuisine.
The capital of Malaysia has a unique charm that attracts visitors from all around the world. Wander the streets of the city and enjoy all the amazing sights and landscapes. Otherwise visit one of the many outdoor markets and experience the diversity of Asian culture
Luderitz is a harbor town in south-west Namibia, in Africa. The town is known for its colonial architecture and for its wildlife including seals, penguins, flamingos and ostriches. Just outside of Luderitz lies the ghost town of Kolmanskop, a prominent tourist destination. This previously bustling diamond town is now abandoned, and fights a constant struggle against being buried under the shifting sand dunes of the Namib dessert.
Mahe is the largest island of the Seychelles, lying in the north east of the nation. Ringed by steep, magnificent mountains, few capitals can claim a more beautiful backdrop. The town features a mixture of modern and indigenous architecture. It is the centre of business and commerce thanks to the extensive port facilities. Noteworthy sites in Victoria, the capital of the island, are the history museum, cathedral, clock tower, botanical gardens and an open-air market.
World-famous beaches, exceptional nightlife, unique culinary experiences and Latin atmosphere, are all those that make this city so fascinating. Miami Beach is one of the most popular attractions of the city with wide sandy beaches, warm waters and a great variety of water sports. A tour to the famous Art Deco district of the South Beach is also a unique experience.
Malé has evolved into a high class city worldwide, with all modern amenities, with its own artificial beach, historic landmarks and an impressive skyline of skyscrapers with caramel colors. It's both an exotic island and a modern city.
Manaus is a city of Brazil and the capital of the state of Amazonas. It is the eighth largest city of Brazil and the most important economic center of the Amazon forest. Ιs a large industrial town and tourist center, which is the seventh largest country's GDP.
Maputo is the capital of Mozambique. The main exports are coal, cotton, sugar, chromite, the copra (dried cocoa beans) and hardwood. The city produces cement, pottery, furniture, shoes, and rubber. Maputo is also the seat of the documentary film festival DOCKANEMA, and international festival documentaries from around the world.
Situated halfway between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth, beautiful Mossel Bay is a coastal village on the Garden Route of South Africa. This popular holiday town is surrounded by a sunbathed peninsula and the refreshing waters of the Indian Ocean. It is blessed with a mild climate all-year round. Due to its rich history, there are many museums in the town to visit. There is the Maritime Museum, the Shell Museum, the Cultural History Museum and many others which may be visited. One of the most popular attractions is the Post Office, which is estimated to be more than 800 years old and has been declared a National Monument. And if you're into water sports, there is some of the countries most adrenalin induced activities available, such as, shark cage diving and ship wreck diving.
Mayotte is an overseas department of France. It consists of a main island, a smaller island and several other islets around these two.
Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay, is situated in the southern coast of the country, on the northeastern bank of the river Rio de la Plata. Montevideo has old buildings, several museums, art galleries, and nightclubs, outdoor cafes, museums and piazzas with European influences. It's a vibrant city with many monuments and areas to be explored.
Nosy Be is Madagascar's largest and busiest tourist resort. This is the only place in Madagascar where all-inclusive large resorts can be found. the island's main activities are now the plantation of Ylang Ylang ( for the production of essential oils ) and tourism.
A port brimming with elegant yachts, towering skyscrapers, luxury mansions and splendid casinos, Punta del Este is known as the San Tropez of Latin America. Excellent food, amazing views and 32 kms of a wonderful coastline complete the picture of this fascinating destination.
Penang, is a state in Malaysia, a mosaic of cultures, with multiracial population. The "Pearl of the East" is famous for its beautiful beaches, rich culture and history and the delicious food.
Parintins is a city located on Tupinambarana island in the Amazon River, in Brazil.This town has a rich Indian heritage.It is certain that a boat trip along the river, is an experience that you will never forget.You will be amazed of the tropical rain forests and the rare species of animals that exist there.Finally, we must not forget to mention the famous folklore festival which is held there each June,called Boi Bumba.In this time of the year Parintins hosts thousands of people that come here to participate.It is a huge street party with outstanding shows and performers!
Yangon, also called Rangoon is the capital of independent Myanmar(Burma) from 1948 to 2006, when the government officially proclaimed the new city of Nay Pyi Taw (Naypyidaw) the capital of the country. The city site is a low ridge surrounded by delta alluvium. The original settlements were located on the ridge, but the modern town was built on alluvium. Subsequent expansion has taken place both on the ridge and on delta land. The local climate is warm and humid, with much rainfall. The centre of the city, called the Cantonment, intersected regularly by streets running north–south and east–west. As Yangon’s population increased in the 20th century, new settlements were built in the north, east, and west that greatly expanded the city’s area.
Richards Bay is a town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa and one of the largest harbours in the country. Richards Bay is characterised by a subtropical climate with warm wet summers and mild moist to dry winters, which are frost-free.
Roseau is the capital of Dominica. Homes made of stone and wood, typical wooden balconies and ornate woodwork, are dating from the Victorian era. City's architecture is a combination of modern and colonial(French Style).
The skyscrapers and bright lights of Singapore hide an eclectic mix of cultures, religions, ancient treasures and British colonial influences that give to the city a distinct identity. A much different environment you are going to meet at the city's outskirts, with the lush rainforests of the nature reserves Boukit Timach and Central Katsment.
Salvador is located on the northeast coast of Brazil, therefore Salvador has many beaches along the Atlantic coast. The old city center, Pelourinho, is a World Heritage Site and can be easily explored on foot. Is a vibrant scenery with historical sites, colonial architecture, museums, restaurants, bars, hostels, artisanal shops and popular Carnival celebrations.Here is concentrated all the Brazilian culture.
It is here tha the murky waters of the Amazon River meet the aquamarine waters of the Tapajos River for some distance the different colored waters don't mix and there's a very visible dividing between them.Just a few miles to the southewest of Sanarem along the Tapajos River the charming village of Alter do Chao is a popular tourism destination for Brazilians.
Santarem is a city in the state of Para in Brazil.The Tapajos joins the Amazon River there,and it is a popular location for tourism.It is the second most important city in the state and the financial and economic center of the western part of the state.
The unique Caribbean island, St. Maarten, is governed by two independent states, and although each half of the island is different, the residents live in harmony. The Dutch part, the capital of Philipsburg is a paradise for shopping, with a fantastic selection of shops and boutiques on the cobbled streets and narrow alleys.
Walvis Bay is a city in Namibia and the name of the bay on which it lies. Walvis Bay contains open spaces, scenic beauty and unique marine and plant life. It is well suited for the outdoor lifestyle, boasting sports such as sandboarding, kiting, surfing, swimming, angling, sailing, golf and other indoor and outdoor sport codes.
| Day | City/Port | Arrival | Departure |
| 1 | Miami, Florida, USA | ------ | 20:00 |
| 2 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 3 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 4 | Philipsburg (St. Maarten) | 12:00 | 20:00 |
| 5 | Roseau, Dominica | 09:00 | 18:00 |
| 6 | Bridgetown, Barbados | 07:00 | 16:00 |
| 7 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 8 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 9 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 10 | Alter Do Chao, Brazil | 11:00 | 18:00 |
| 11 | Parintins,Brazil | 07:00 | 15:00 |
| 12 | Manaus, Brazil | 08:00 | 00:00 |
| 13 | Manaus, Brazil | 00:00 | 15:00 |
| 14 | Boca Da Valeria,Brazil | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| 15 | Santarem | 07:00 | 13:00 |
| 16 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 17 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 18 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 19 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 20 | Salvador De Bahia, Brazil | 07:00 | 16:00 |
| 21 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 22 | Rio De Janeiro, Brazil | 13:00 | 00:00 |
| 23 | Rio De Janeiro, Brazil | 00:00 | 17:00 |
| 24 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 25 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 26 | Montevideo, Uruguay | 08:00 | 18:00 |
| 27 | Buenos Aires | 07:00 | 00:00 |
| 28 | Buenos Aires | 00:00 | 18:00 |
| 29 | Punta Del Este, Uruguay | 08:00 | 18:00 |
| 30 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 31 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 32 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 33 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 34 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 35 | Edinburgh | 08:00 | 17:00 |
| 36 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 37 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 38 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 39 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 40 | Walvis Bay, Namibia | 07:00 | 00:00 |
| 41 | Walvis Bay, Namibia | 00:00 | 17:00 |
| 42 | Luderitz, Namibia | 09:00 | 19:00 |
| 43 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 44 | Cape Town | 08:00 | 00:00 |
| 45 | Cape Town | 00:00 | 18:00 |
| 46 | Mossel Bay, South Africa | 11:00 | 20:00 |
| 47 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 48 | Duban, South Africa | 08:00 | 23:00 |
| 49 | Richards Bay, South Africa | 07:00 | 00:00 |
| 50 | Richards Bay, South Africa | 00:00 | 15:00 |
| 51 | Maputo, Mozambique | 08:00 | 17:00 |
| 52 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 53 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 54 | Mayotte, France | 11:00 | 19:00 |
| 55 | Nosy Be, Madagascar | 09:00 | 17:00 |
| 56 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 57 | Mahe, Seychelles | 13:00 | 00:00 |
| 58 | Mahe, Seychelles | 00:00 | 18:00 |
| 59 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 60 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 61 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 62 | Male | 07:00 | 19:00 |
| 63 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 64 | Cochin, India | 07:00 | 17:00 |
| 65 | Colombo | 13:00 | 00:00 |
| 66 | Colombo | 00:00 | 18:00 |
| 67 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 68 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 69 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 70 | Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar(Burma) | 07:00 | 00:00 |
| 71 | Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar(Burma) | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 72 | Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar(Burma) | 00:00 | 16:00 |
| 73 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 74 | Phuket, Τhailand | 07:00 | 17:00 |
| 75 | Penang, Malaysia | 08:00 | 17:00 |
| 76 | Kuala Lumpur | 08:00 | 18:00 |
| 77 | Singapore | 09:00 | ------ |
| 78 | Singapore | 00:00 | 19:00 |
Insignia radiates her own unique warmth and character. Her distinctive personality shines through from the moment you first step into her newly redesigned, neo-classical lobby or Toscana, resplendent in rich new fabrics and furnishings that reflect the charisma of Tuscany. Insignia boasts decks and verandas graced with the finest teak and exquisite custom stone and tile work. To ensure the elegance shines throughout the entire experience, there is all new Villeroy & Boch china, the finest silver and crystal, and a distinctive museum-quality art collection that is an eclectic melding of traditional and contemporary, with a touch of whimsy.
Ship Specifications
Year Built: 1998
Year Refurbished: 2010
Gross Tonnage: 30,277
Length: 593.7 ft.
Beam: 83.5 feet
Max. Draught: 19.5 feet
Stabilizers: Yes
Cruising Speed: 18 Knots
Electric Power or Voltage: 110,220 AC
Guest Capacity (double occupancy): 684
Crew Size: 400
Guest-to-Staff Ratio: 1.71 to 1
Nationality of Officers: European
YOUR WORLD. YOU WAY
Whatever corner of the globe beckons you to explore, Oceania Cruises takes you there in comfort and style. Relax onboard our luxurious ships and savour exquisite cuisine that is renowned as the finest at sea and even rivals the best Michelin-starred restaurants ashore. Inspired by Master Chef Jacques Pepin, these culinary delights have always distinguished the Oceania Cruises experience from any other. And considering the uncompromising quality, perhaps the most remarkable aspect of an Oceania Cruises voyage is its incredible value. Lavish complimentary amenities abound, and there are never supplemental dining charges in any of the restaurants. Value-priced packages ensure that exploring ashore, sipping a glass of vintage wine or surfing the Internet is both convenient and affordable. Every moment spent on an Oceania Cruises voyage confirms that this is Your World. Your Way.
MID - SIZE SHIPS
Mid-size holds great benefits Once you sail one of our mid-size ships, you will never settle for anything less, nor will you ever again be satisfied with anything more in regard to size. Our ships cater to just 684 pampered guests on Regatta, Insignia and Nautica and 1,250 privileged guest on Marina and Riviera. Warmth and conviviality come naturally. Elegance and grace are given. The ambiance is exceptionally relaxed and personal as we singularly focus on your individual desires. Consequently, service standards soar, guests easily develop a rapport with staff and fellow guests, and the friendships only deepen as the days pass effortlessly.
All the elements for bliss Being mid-size even facilitates going ashore, as our ships can slip into boutique ports off-limits to larger vessels. Of course, the fact that our ships are mid-size positively influences every aspect of the onboard experience. With no need to rush, stand in endless lines or worry about crowds, you can savour the defining elements that make our ships so special. Our cuisine, "the finest at sea", is carefully prepared a la minute. Appointments for spa services are readily available in the relaxing Canyon Ranch SpaClub. A comfortable chaise always awaits should you decide to lounge by the pool. Life just seems to proceed at a more courteous pace.
SHIPS' SPECIFICATIONS - MARINA & RIVIERA
Year Built: Marina 2011, Riviera 2012 / Gross Tonnage : 66.084 / Length : 239.24 metres / Beam : 32.2 metres / Cruising Speed : 20 knots / Guest Decks : 11 / Guest Capacity (Double Occupancy) : 1.250 / Staff Size : 800 / Guest to Staff Ratio : 1.56 to 1/ Nationality of Officers : European
SHIPS' SPECIFICATIONS - REGATTA, INSIGNIA & NAUTICA
Year Built: Regatta & Insignia 1998, Nautica 2000 / Refurbishment Dates : Regatta, May 2014, - Insignia, April 2014 - Nautica, May 2014 / Gross Tonnage : 30.277 / Length : 180.96 metres / Beam : 25.45 metres / Cruising Speed : 18 knots / Guest Decks : 9 / Guest Capacity (Double Occupancy) : 684 / Staff Size : 400 / Guest to Staff Ratio : 1.71 to 1/ Nationality of Officers : European
