Aria Amazon, Peruivian Rivers & Rainforest Discovery ex Lima Return
Cruise Line Uniworld Boutique River Cruises
Ship Aria Amazon
Destination South American Rivers
Nights 10
Departure Date 01 Sep 2021
Description 7 Night Cruise sailing from Nauta roundtrip aboard Aria Amazon. Hotel stays pre and post-cruise in Lima.

Day 1: Lima
Make your way to the beautiful Country Club Lima Hotel. Its charm and comfort will offer you the perfect home for your exploration of the city.

Day 2: Lima
Known as the “City of Kings,” Lima was founded in 1535. A melting pot of cultures, flavors and history, this bustling metropolis has something for everyone, and today you get to discover it all.

Featured Excursions:
Lima City Tour
Casa Aliaga
Barranco Tour

Day 3: Lima, Fly to Iquitos (Nauta), Embark
You will be picked up at your hotel and taken to the airport for your flight to Iquitos. Upon your arrival at Iquitos International Airport, a Uniworld representative will be on hand to greet you and escort you to the Aria Amazon.

Featured Excursion:
Marañón River skiff ride

In the evening, you will be welcomed with a reception dinner by Chef Pedro Miguel Schiaffino. Famous for his innovative take on Amazonian cuisine, this dinner will be bursting in flavors unique to the Peruvian Amazon.

Day 4: Yanayacu-Pucate River, Marañón River
Your day starts at the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve, the second largest protected natural area in Peru. Kayak, canoe and swim in the black waters of the Yanayacu-Pucate River. In the afternoon, learn about traditional customs of the area at a remote village along the Marañón River. Once the sun sets, we’ll gaze at the night sky, where you’ll have a crystal-clear view of planets and constellations.

Featured Excursions:
Kayak Yanayacu-Pucate River
Village Tour

Day 5: Samiria River, Nauta Caño (Amazonian Natural Park)
Today we’re exploring the vibrant wildlife and lush greenery thriving in the Amazon. Your naturalist guide will teach you all about the diverse flora and fauna unique to the region before setting off on a guided jungle walk. You’ll finish the day stargazing on the “Enchanted Lake.”

Featured Excursions:
Samiria River & jungle walk
Stargazing on the “Enchanted Lake”

Day 6: Nauta
One of the oldest inhabited areas in the Peruvian Amazon, Nauta is nestled between the Marañón and Ucayali Rivers. You’ll explore the town’s market, which is full of fresh fish, fruits and vegetables. From there, it’s a short journey to the birthplace of the Amazon River.

Featured Excursions:
Nauta market visit
Birthplace of the Amazon

Day 7: Ucayali River, Pacaya River
Experience life as an Amazon River dweller as you cruise along the Ucayali River. Search for the famous pink dolphins and other wildlife lurking just beyond the river. Once the sun sets, we’ll take to the Pacaya River, on the lookout for nocturnal beasts.

Featured Excursions:
Skiff tour along the Ucayali River
Evening skiff tour on the Pacaya River

Day 8: Pacaya River, Ucayali River, Tapiche River
Your day starts early today with a skiff excursion along the Pacaya River, where you’ll venture into the rainforest to see some wildlife. Following lunch, you’ll participate in a paiche fishing demonstration. The paiche is the second largest fish in the world. We’ll end the day watching for the pink river dolphins on the Ucayali River.

Featured Excursions:
Skiff tour on the Pacaya River
Paiche fishing demonstration
Skiff tour on the Ucayali River

Day 9: Clavero Lake, San Jose de Sarapanga Forest
Spend the morning jungle walking, canoeing, kayaking or swimming on the black water Yarapa River or Clavero Lake. In the afternoon, see the unbelievable giant water lilies of the San Jose de Sarapanga forest.

Featured Excursions:
Yarapa River & Clavero Lake
Jungle walk in the San Jose de Sarapanga forest

Day 10: Nauta (Iquitos), Disembark, Fly to Lima
Take a morning walk through the town of Nauta before disembarking the Aria Amazon. Your guide will take you on a few excursions on your way to the Iquitos airport. Once you’ve arrived in Lima, you’ll be transferred to the Wyndham Costa del Sol Airport Hotel for your last night.

Featured Excursions:
Nauta town visit
Manatee Rescue Center
San Juan craft market

Day 11: Lima
Your majestic Peru adventure ends this morning.
Sailing Dates
  • 02 Jun 2021
  • 30 Jun 2021
  • 01 Sep 2021
  • 29 Sep 2021
  • 03 Nov 2021
  • 01 Dec 2021
Itinerary

Cruise Itinerary

DayDateActivityArriveDepart
1 01/09 Callao (Lima) Peru Hotel
2 02/09 Callao (Lima) Peru Hotel
3 03/09 Callao (Lima) Peru Flight to Iquitos
3 03/09 Iquitos, Peru Transfer to Nauta
3 03/09 Nauta Embark
4 04/09 Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve
5 05/09 River Cruising
6 06/09 Nauta
7 07/09 River Cruising
8 08/09 River Cruising
9 09/09 River Cruising
10 10/09 Nauta Disembark Transfer to Iquitos
10 10/09 Iquitos, Peru Flight to Lima
10 10/09 Callao (Lima) Peru Hotel
11 11/09 Callao (Lima) Peru
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

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