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A Voyage for Every Season
The destinations we visit on our ocean voyages mean there’s an itinerary to suit, from winter through to autumn.
Pristine and strikingly beautiful, Antarctica experiences summer between October and February, as rookeries of chicks populate the peninsula, daylight is at its longest and temperatures range from -10 to -60 degrees. Embark on a Scenic Eclipse Expedition Voyage and feel the crunch of snow under your boot, keeping watch for whales, penguin chicks and seals, in the company of an up-to-20-member Polar Discovery Team who will provide enduring insight every step of the way. The polar ice melts, allowing greater access to the continent’s southern reaches than at any other time of the year, and the extraordinary capabilities of the Discovery Yacht enable our Captain and crew to sail through some of the narrowest of waterways, including the 11km Lemaire Channel, reaching 1,600 metres at its narrowest point. As -40 temperatures thaw and the sun shines bright all day long, a Scenic Expedition Voyage invites intrepid travellers to follow in the footsteps of famed Arctic explorers. Fly over the majestic fjords of Norway and the glaciers of Greenland on board a Scenic helicopter, explore Svalbard by Zodiac and navigate the Northwest Passage. Keep watch for the polar bears of the High Canadian Arctic and acquaint yourself with Scotland’s Viking past, home to some of the most wellpreserved archaeological sites. If you’re looking for warmer climes, a Scenic Eclipse Cruise Voyage in Japan promises the perfect fusion of old and new. You’ll have time to marvel at the neon lights of Tokyo, expertly accompanied by a local expert, and explore the samurai district of Matsue. Learn the art of hospitality from a practising geisha in historic Kanazawa and soak up Mother Nature’s magnificence at Shiraito Falls within Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.
Winter
Our voyage recommendation: Antarctica in Depth
Autumn
Our voyage recommendation: Cultural Wonders of Japan
From the great seafaring nation of Portugal to the old-Hollywood charm of the French Riviera and the pristine beaches of the Cycladic Islands, explore the Mediterranean in mid-to-late spring on a Scenic Eclipse Cruise Voyage. Less crowding and more time to explore onshore is enhanced by our exclusive Scenic Enrich and Scenic Freechoice program, unveiling hidden gems in all their authenticity, while water sports are perfectly suited to comfortable temperatures and warm azure waters. Scenic Eclipse navigates the rainforests and tropical Spring beaches along the Andean coastline, from Costa Rica to Peru, on Discovery Voyages designed to blend expedition with exploration. Kayak the coast of the Darién Jungle and marvel at the spectacular Chilean Inner Fjords, revealing volcanic and glacial landscapes.
The ‘diamond dust’ beaches of Puerto Rico’s Isla Culebra, sunset cocktails on your own private beach in Bermuda and the French je ne sais quoi of St. Barths, just some of the paradisical stops on a Scenic Discovery Voyage of the Caribbean. Pad around on pink Bahamian shores, snorkel the turquoise waters off the Virgin Islands or adopt the island life of Antiguans, as a delicious mix of astonishing beauty, unique cultures and vibrant music becomes even more tantalising on board Scenic Eclipse. Discover the Baja coastline, marvel at the marine life in the Sea of Cortez, and follow the Andes from Colombia to Chile, experiencing the thrill of beautifully preserved colonial cities, majestic jungles and remote islands teeming with wildlife. The perfect Autumnal getaway, learn about the Ecuadorian cacao trade and visit the archaeological ruins of the Peruvian port town of Salaverry, relishing scenic hikes and watersports in crystalline waters.
