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CRUISE ITJAN 16 MIAMI, FLORIDADepart 5PMArrive and embark on your cruise aboard Regatta.JAN 17 CRUISING THE STRAITS OF FLORIDAJAN 18 GEORGE TOWN, GRAND CAYMANArrive 12PM–Depart 8PMThe capital of the Cayman Islands, George Town is home to the gorgeous coral and white sand SevenMile Beach, considered one of the Caribbean’s best. Fascinating marine life can be found in its clear,turquoise waters and the rare green sea turtle is bred and raised on its palm-fringed shores.JAN 19 CRUISING THE CARIBBEAN SEAJAN 20 COZUMEL, MEXICOArrive 8AM–Depart 6PMAn island off the coast of the Yucatan Peninsula, Cozumel’s rich history dates back to 300 A.D. whenthe Mayans first settled here. Over the centuries, Cozumel became an important sanctuary anddestination for religious pilgrimages. Today, Cozumel is renowned for its fabulous reefs, vast beachesand ancient Mayan ruins.JAN 21 BELIZE CITY, BELIZEArrive 8AM–Depart 5PMBelize City offers cultural attractions including a museum filled with Mayan artifacts, and beyond the cityare historic and natural treasures. Once a major Mayan city, the ruins of Altun Ha boast ancient templesand structures covering almost 5 square miles. Howler monkeys, alligators and iguanas are found alongthe Olde Belize River, while crystalline waters and tropical fish grace the stunning Belize Barrier Reef.JAN 22 SANTO TOMAS, GUATEMALAArrive 8AM–Depart 6PMThe port of Santo Tomas is a gateway to the fascinating ruins of Quirigua with its stunning Mayan stelae andthe wild tropical beauty of Rio Dulce, a river edged by lush vegetation brimming with wildlife. Just a shortflight away is the town of Flores and the magnificent Mayan ruins of Tikal, it’s soaring ancient temples risingfrom the jungle floor.JAN 23 ROATAN, HONDURASArrive 8AM–Depart 4PMOn the southern edge of the world’s second largest barrier reef, Roatan is celebrated for its superbsnorkeling and diving, but its shoreside offerings are similarly marvelous. The island boasts magnificentbeaches, tropical forests and spectacular volcanic rocks.JAN 24 CRUISING THE CARIBBEAN SEAJAN 25 PUERTO LIMON, COSTA RICAArrive 8AM–Depart 6PMIt was just offshore from this port that in 1502, Christopher Columbus gave the country its name:Costa Rica, or Rich Coast. And rich it is. On the lush and vibrant Caribbean coast, Puerto Limon is thegateway to Costa Rica’s tropical splendor. Simply known as Limon, this unpretentious port is the keeperof a strong Afro-Caribbean culture and the starting point for many ecological adventures.JAN 26 PANAMA CANAL TRANSITJAN 26 FUERTE AMADOR (BALBOA), PANAMAArrive 8PMAt the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal, this lively port is a peninsula that connects four smallislands to the mainland. In the span of just one mile on this causeway, you’ll find a marina, an arrayof restaurants and a bustling shopping center. Nearby, in cosmopolitan Panama City, is the historicdistrict of Casco Viejo with its beautiful French and Spanish colonial homes and just minutes from town,Panama’s lush rainforest. Overnight on ship.JAN 27 FUERTE AMADOR (BALBOA), PANAMADepart 4PMJAN 28 CRUISING THE PACIFIC OCEANJAN 29 QUITO (MANTA), ECUADORArrive 6AM–Depart 7PMOnce a trading port for the pre-Columbian Mateña people, Manta—their namesake—has evolved intoa bustling seaport and is considered the gateway to Ecuador. Reached by a short flight, is the capitalcity Quito, perched some 9,350 feet above sea level and offering a bird’s eye view of some of the area’smost breathtaking sites.

INERARYJAN 30 GUAYAQUIL, ECUADORArrive 10AM–Depart 6PMOn the Guayas River and near the Equator, Guayaquil springsto life as the largest city and main port of Ecuador. Ofseemingly-endless reinvention, the city claims a morecontemporary feel than the other major Ecuadorian cities.At the Malecón, Guayaquil’s riverfront promenade, shoppingand sightseeing go hand in hand among the dynamic spirit ofthe local Guayacos.JAN 31 CRUISING THE PACIFIC OCEANFEB 01 SALAVERRY, PERUArrive 8AM–Depart 5PMFounded by Spanish conquistador Pizarro, Salaverry is ahistorical gem with numerous archeological excavationsand is a jumping-off point to the fascinating cities of Trujillo,surrounded by pre-Incan archeological sites, and ChanChan, the largest pre-Columbian city in South America and aUNESCO World Heritage Site.FEB 02 LIMA (CALLAO), PERUArrive 12PMOnce the richest city in South America, Lima, the capital of Peru, is acultural hub with a wealth of historical offerings. Founded along a desertcoast in 1535 and hailed the City of Kings, its pre-Columbian temples andsplendid colonial architecture are now part of a bustling urban landscape.Overnight on ship.This map representsapproximate locations.FEB 03 LIMA (CALLAO), PERUDisembark and bid farewell to Regatta or extend your stay with the optional Machu Picchu Post-Cruise Program.Shore excursions are not included. In each port of call you may select from a variety of optional shore excursionsfor an additional charge, some of which are referenced in the descriptions above. Go Next will offer a uniquecollection of Oceania Cruises shore excursions, available for purchase approximately four months prior to departure.Oceania Cruises may modify the cruise itinerary up to and during the voyage. All air, cruise and land accommodations,local transportation, and optional shore excursions are arranged by Oceania Cruises, who may use other suppliers orproviders to render the services. The agreement in this brochure is the exclusive and entire statement of the agreementbetween you and Go Next, Inc. It should be read carefully.OPTIONAL MACHU PICCHU POST-CRUISE PROGRAM$2,199 PER PERSON, DOUBLE OCCUPANCY• Air transportation between Lima and Cusco• 2 nights’ accommodations at the 5-star LibertadorPalacio del Inka Hotel Cusco or similar with dailybreakfast• Sightseeing excursions of Machu Picchu, Cuscoand Lima• Professional tour guide• Exclusive Go Next program manager/hospitality desk• Transfers between the cruise ship, airports and hotelwith related luggage handlingTransfers between the hotel and airport are notapplicable for cruise-only travelers and thosedeviating from the group travel date.FEB 03 Disembark Regatta, fly to Cusco and check in to your hotel. After an included lunch, enjoy a tourof historic Cusco and the fascinating nearby ruins. Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empireand a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a city rich with ancient Incan monuments and Spanishcolonial architecture.FEB 04 Visit the mystifying mountaintop citadel of Machu Picchu, the “Lost City of the Incas.” See wondrouslandscapes from the Vistadome train en route to the famous site. Enjoy an included lunch and aguided tour of the legendary ruins, the crown jewel of the Inca Empire, discovered by Americanexplorer Hiram Bingham in 1911.FEB 05 Morning flight to Lima, followed by a half-day tour of colonial and modern Lima, including a visit tothe Larco Herrara Museum, home to one of the most impressive ceramics collections in the world.Remainder of the afternoon at leisure before your evening flight home.Motor coach and walking tour with more than a moderate amount of walking, some over uneven terrain.PLEASE NOTE: Cusco’s high altitude (11,150 feet) could pose problems for travelers with certain healthconditions. Please consult your physician if you have concerns.Global Destinations Management, Ltd. and Go Next, Inc. are not responsible for injuries or losses resulting from any causes beyond theirown respective and exclusive control. Global Destinations Management, Ltd. and Go Next, Inc. are not responsible for the negligence ofthe other or any other suppliers or providers. All land accommodations, local transportation and sightseeing is arranged and operated byCondorTravel S.A., who may use other suppliers or providers to render the services.

CRUISE PRICINGCATEGORYFULLBROCHURE FAREPER PERSON*SPECIALREDUCED FAREPER PERSONPH1 Penthouse Suite • Deck 8 $21,398 $9,199PH2 Penthouse Suite • Deck 8 $20,798 $8,899PH3 Penthouse Suite • Deck 8 $20,398 $8,699A1 Concierge Level Veranda • Decks 7 & 8 $17,798 $7,399A2 Concierge Level Veranda • Decks 7 & 8 $17,198 $7,099A3 Concierge Level Veranda • Deck 7 $16,798 $6,899B1 Veranda • Deck 6 $16,398 $6,699B2 Veranda • Deck 6 $15,598 $6,499C1 Deluxe Ocean View • Decks 4, 6 & 7 $14,198 $5,599C2 Deluxe Ocean View • Deck 4 $13,798 $5,399D Ocean View • Deck 3 $12,398 $4,699E Ocean View • Deck 6 $11,998 $4,499F Inside Stateroom • Decks 7 & 8 $11,398 $4,199G Inside Stateroom • Decks 4, 6 & 7 $10,998 $3,999Category G has very limited availability.Owner’s and Vista Suites are available upon request.All stateroom/suite locations and prices are subject to availability.*The Special Reduced Fares above are per person, based on doubleoccupancy, and reflect the 2-for-1 cruise fares with free airfare and$3,000 savings per stateroom if booked by May 30, 2013. Advertised faresinclude round-trip airfare from select cities; accommodations, meals andentertainment aboard the ship; services of an onboard Go Next programmanager and a private welcome reception. Advertised fares also includeair-related surcharges, fees and government taxes as well as cruise-relatedgovernment fees and taxes.Round-trip airport transfers of $128 per person are additional.OCEANIA CRUISES’ FREE AIRFARE CITIES ARE:Atlanta, Baltimore, Billings, Boston, Bozeman, Buffalo, Calgary, Charleston (SC),Charlotte (NC), Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbia (SC), Columbus,Dallas/Ft. Worth, Denver, Des Moines ** , Detroit, Edmonton, Eugene, Fargo ** , Helena ** ,Honolulu, Houston, Indianapolis, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Louisville, Miami,Minneapolis/St. Paul, Montreal, New Orleans, New York (JFK), Newark, Omaha, Orlando,Ottawa, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, Portland (OR), Raleigh-Durham, Reno,Rochester (NY), Sacramento, San Diego, San Francisco, Saskatoon, Savannah, Seattle,St. Louis, Tampa, Toronto, Tucson ** , Vancouver and Washington D.C. (Dulles).Additional free airfare cities may be available, plus many other departure citiesare available for an additional fee of $199. Call for a complete listing. All airfare is incoach class. Airline-imposed baggage fees may apply.**FREE AIRFARE is available from Des Moines, Fargo, Helena and Tucson; however, due tothe limited flight schedule, overnight stays may be required at the traveler’s expense.