19 nights · Chile · Departs San Antonio (Chile) · Visiting Coquimbo, Iquique, Arica, Pisco, Callao-Lima, Panama City, Panama Canal, Puerto Limon, San Andres Island Colombia, Cozumel, Miami · Aboard Azamara Cruises on the Azamara Journey
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| Cruise line | Azamara Cruises |
|---|---|
| Ship | Azamara Journey |
| Duration | 19 nights |
| Port calls | 12 |
| Departures | 1 sailings |
| From fare | $4,369 per person |
| Year built | 2000 |
| Guests | 781 |
| Cabins | 355 |
| Crew | 408 |
| Length | 181 m |
| Beam | 25 m |
| Cruising speed | 18.0 kn |
San Antonio is Chile’s largest commercial port, a working coastal city with a distinctly local rhythm. Its appeal extends beyond the docks: Santiago lies about 110 kilometres inland. Valparaíso is north, while the Casablanca Valley’s wineries offer a rewarding excursion nearby. Begin at the fish market and waterfront, or venture to Santiago, Valparaíso and Casablanca’s vineyards.
Coquimbo opens onto a broad Pacific bay, where fishing boats share the water with visiting ships. Its working-port character feels distinct from neighbouring La Serena, whose colonial churches and long beaches lie just north. Climb to the Cross of the Third Millennium for sweeping coastal views, then seek fresh seafood along the waterfront. Inland, the Elqui Valley’s pisco distilleries and clear skies make an appealing day trip.
Iquique lies between the Pacific and the Atacama, where desert meets a broad, surf-lined coast. Its historic centre recalls the nitrate boom, with ornate wooden façades along Baquedano Street. Plaza Prat’s clock tower anchors the district. Browse the ZOFRI free-trade zone, or linger over seafood by the waterfront. Inland, the UNESCO-listed Humberstone and Santa Laura saltpeter works reveal the harsh history behind the city’s prosperity.
Arica is Chile’s northernmost city, where the Atacama Desert meets the Pacific and sunshine is a dependable companion. Climb or drive to the Morro de Arica, the headland that commands the city and recalls a decisive 1880 battle. In town, see San Marcos Cathedral, designed by Gustave Eiffel. Then visit the Azapa Valley museum to encounter Chinchorro mummies, among the world’s oldest. Arica rewards curious travelers with history, desert scenery, and a relaxed seafront.
Pisco is Peru’s gateway to a stark coast where desert, ocean and wildlife meet. Nearby Paracas offers boat trips to the Ballestas Islands, where sea lions, Humboldt penguins and seabirds gather. The peninsula’s Paracas Candelabra, etched into a sandy hillside, is best seen from the water. In town, discover the grape brandy that shares Pisco’s name; the celebrated Nazca Lines lie farther inland to the south.
Callao is Peru’s working maritime gateway, but its appeal extends beyond the harbour. From here, Lima’s historic centre and museums are within reach. In Callao, explore the imposing Real Felipe Fortress, built to defend the port, then visit La Punta for Pacific views. Stay for ceviche and discover a city shaped by trade, naval history and the ocean.
Balboa sits at the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal, where ocean-going ships begin their passage between continents. From the port, Panama City’s skyline rises beyond the canal’s working waters. Visit Casco Viejo for restored colonial streets, independent cafés and views across the bay. Or follow the Amador Causeway toward the Biomuseo and sweeping views of ships awaiting transit. Balboa rewards travelers who look beyond the canal to a capital shaped by trade, history and the sea.
Few journeys change your sense of scale like a passage through the Panama Canal. This 50-mile waterway links the Atlantic and Pacific, lifting ships through locks and across Gatun Lake. Watch the gates close, water rise, and a vast vessel move within inches of concrete walls. On deck, the engineering is the spectacle; beyond it, rainforest edges the route. Bring binoculars, and stay outside for the crossing.
Puerto Limón is Costa Rica’s Caribbean gateway, where Afro-Caribbean heritage meets a lush tropical coast. Visit Cahuita National Park for coral reefs and rainforest trails, or travel inland through banana country toward the jungle. Limón’s markets and waterfront offer a closer look at the region’s food, music and daily life. For a longer excursion, explore Tortuguero’s canals by boat and watch for wildlife in the Caribbean lowlands.
San Andrés lies in the western Caribbean, far closer to Nicaragua than Colombia’s mainland. Its clear, shallow waters shift from turquoise to deep blue across the Seaflower Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO-protected marine region. Visit Johnny Cay for white sand and reef-fringed swimming, or snorkel among coral and tropical fish. On land, Creole roots shape the island’s music, language and food; try fresh fish with coconut rice.
Cozumel, off Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, pairs clear Caribbean water with a lively island town. San Miguel de Cozumel offers cafés, shops and a waterfront promenade within easy reach of the cruise piers. Beyond town, reef excursions reveal why divers travel here, while San Gervasio preserves the island’s Mayan history. Choose a beach day, a guided snorkel or a drive around the coast; each shows a different side of Cozumel.
Miami rewards travelers who look beyond its cruise terminals. South Beach pairs pastel Art Deco hotels with Ocean Drive; Little Havana serves Cuban coffee and music along Calle Ocho. The Pérez Art Museum Miami and nearby Design District reveal the city’s creative ambition. For a change of pace, Biscayne Bay and the Everglades place vivid natural landscapes within reach.
Published August 19, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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