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Lisbon, Portugal’s capital city, is home to the magnificent Jeronimos Monastery, Belem Tower, 25th April Bridge and Monument of the Discoveries. Wander through the maze of narrow streets in the delightful Alfama district and ride one of the famous old trams.

Set in a magnificent natural amphitheatre overlooking a wide bay, Funchal is the delightful capital of Madeira. The harbour is right in the centre of town and as you approach you are greeted with the spectacular sight of whitewashed buildings with red tiled roofs tumbling down the verdant mountain.

Complete with cobblestone streets, candy-coloured colonial buildings and yachts bobbing in the peaceful harbour, Mindelo, which has long been the country's cultural centre, is Cape Verde's answer to the Riviera.

Santarém is located at the joining of the Tapajos and Amazon rivers. Formally a village of the indigenous Tapajos Indians, it was later colonised by the Portuguese and today is the second largest town in the state of Pará. Just outside the city, the turquoise waters of the Tapajos meet the ochre-coloured waters of the Amazon, which flow alongside each other without mixing. In this area are flooded forests, swamps and savannas.

Founded by the Portuguese, Manaus became one of the world's wealthiest cities at the height of the rubber boom of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today its former glory lingers in some of the grand buildings dotted about the city, including the ornate Teatro Amazonas opera house. Nearby is the famed 'Wedding of the Waters', where the dark Rio Negro and light Rio Solimoes join to form the Amazon, at first flowing side-by-side without merging.

Rio de Janeiro is one of the most recognisable places on earth;. Nestled between ocean and lush tropical mountains, take the cable car up to Sugar Loaf Mountain for breath-taking views over the city including Copacabana beach. And, visit the world-famous Christ the Redeemer on the summit of the Corcovado.

In vibrant and cosmopolitan Buenos Aires enjoy the elegant architecture and beautiful parks that bristle with sub-tropical flora. Food lovers will love the traditional Argentinian steak restaurants and ice cream parlours which are abundant within the city.

Stanley, formerly known as Port Stanley, is the capital of the Falkland Islands, and as you’d expect, is very British. The island's coasts are home to countless birds, penguins, seals and dolphins.  The iconic Christ Church Cathedral with its whalebone arch, made from the jaws of two blue whales, is the southernmost Anglican cathedral in the world.

An important trading port prior to the construction of the Panama Canal, Punta Arenas commands panoramic views over the Magellan Straits. At the foot of Patagonia, be sure to visit the statue of the Portuguese explorer, Ferdinand Magellan, in the main square, Plaza de Armas, before enjoying the South American classic a Chilean Pisco Sour in one of the many bars.

Ushuaia claims the title of the world's southernmost town and captures the flavour of a 'frontier' outpost. It is Tierra del Fuego’s undisputed tourist hub with the chance to discover this island’s austere grandeur. Perhaps take the chair lift to view Martial Glacier, Ushuaia and the Beagle Channel.

East of the port town of Valparaiso is Santiago, the heart of Chile and home to almost 40% of the population.  Home to grand 18th and l9th century buildings, sleek skyscrapers and Spanish colonial cathedrals, it’s a perfect city to stroll around and absorb yourself in the Chilean culture with the majestic Andean Mountains as the scenic backdrop.

Founded by the conquistadors in 1537, historic Guayaquil is your gateway to the Ecuadorian capital of Quito hidden high up in the Andes. A contender for the most beautiful city in South America, Quito offers dramatic views of the snow-topped Antisana, Cotopaxi and Cayambe volcanoes. 

Note: Panama/Suez transit times subject to confirmation of convoy timings which may affect port of call timings before or following transit.

Since 1546 Ponta Delgada has been capital of São Miguel, which is the largest of the nine islands in the Azores archipelago. In the last twenty-five years the cosmopolitan little town has seen rapid expansion bringing the archipelago its first university, shopping mall and dual carriageway. Yet, it still has a small town charm with squares paved with black and white tiles, beautiful churches, and public buildings with white-painted facades and dark volcanic stone trim. Volcanic activity has produced spectacular scenery on the islands and this extraordinary natural beauty is a highlight of optional excursions.