Pristine Islands of the Bahamas, Colombia & Transit the Panama Canal

Welcome to Nassau, the capital city of the Bahamas. Once a haven for pirates, Nassau is a city of history and color. Downtown is brimming with colonial-era architecture and rainbow-hued buildings and vibrant murals bring the streets to life. This popular island playground has many world-class resorts and casinos and is much-loved for its white sand beaches lapped by crystal-clear water.

Your journey into wonder begins with a warm greeting from the Captain and crew as you step on board Scenic Eclipse. Sip on a glass of Champagne as you explore your luxurious suite, then join your fellow guests at the Sky Bar to toast the start of an unforgettable voyage. Please book your flight to arrive in Nassau before 02:00 PM. Meal: D.

Part of Exuma Cays, Staniel Cay is a hidden gem in The Bahamas, south of Nassau. It is home to a small village, a yacht club and is famous for the swimming pigs, who have become an attraction paddling in the translucent water of nearby Pig Beach. On Staniel Cay, guests can enjoy sun-kissed beaches and a rustic and authentic Bahamian lifestyle. Tonight, settle in at the spacious Scenic Lounge Bar to enjoy your beverage of choice, whether it be aged whiskey- there are over 130 varieties, or a glass of wine while reflecting on the day’s discoveries. Meals: B. L. D.

You’ll spend the day at San Salvador Island today, an island rich in history, including its significance as the first landfall of Christopher Columbus in the New World. The island is an aquatic wonderland fringed by pristine sand beaches, with a series of inland lakes and some 50 dive sites to explore reefs and wrecks, as well as a medley of marine life. You can also wander through charming coastal villages and fall into the island’s languid pace. Meals: B. L. D.

Today enjoy some indulgent relaxation. Join your new friends over a relaxed meal at the Azure Bar & Café, and enjoy Scenic Eclipse’s all-inclusive premium beverages, ensuring you’ll find something that suits your taste perfectly at each moment of your day.

Tonight’s entertainment promises magical moments before retiring to your ultra-luxury suite. Alternatively, choose to dine in the comfort of your suite and have your evening nightcap brought by the butler. Meals: B. L. D.

After a restorative night of rest in your ultra-luxury suite, wake up on your own time. The day is yours to spend exactly as you wish. Perhaps ask your butler for breakfast in bed or enjoy a quiet morning spent on your sumptuous verandah. Indulge in the Senses Spa, reinvigorating your mind, body, and soul.

In the afternoon, settle in at the Sky Bar on Deck 10 to enjoy your beverage of choice while appreciating inspiring sunset views. Meals: B. L. D.

Embark on a cultural odyssey at Cabo de La Vela, where the indigenous Wayuu people welcome you to their ancestral lands. Learn about their rich traditions, from vibrant handicrafts to ancient rituals. Engage with locals and share stories during a visit to the local school. Cabo de La Vela is a place of striking beauty where the rugged desert landscape is adorned with windswept dunes and lapped by crystalline waters. Meals: B. L. D.

Cartagena is a beautifully preserved and colorful Caribbean city oozing colonial charm. This World Heritage-listed walled city is looked over by a great 17th century hilltop fortress, and is crammed with churches and monasteries, bustling plazas where traditional musicians and dancers entertain and candy-colored buildings with balconies draped in bougainvillea.

Renowned for vibrant festivals and exquisite cuisine, Cartagena is a treasure trove of Latin American culture and history. Wander its Old Town, with cobblestone streets that are frequented by artisans, hawkers and food vendors touting tropical fruits. The surrounding landscape of pristine beaches and tropical forests adds to its allure. Meals: B. L. D.

The San Blas archipelago is a group of islands located northwest of Panama in the Caribbean Sea. Also known as Kuna Yala (‘Land of the Kuna’), San Blas comprises 365 uninhabited islands and Cays. However, guests can meet the indigenous people in some of the larger ones, known as the Kunas. Experience the rich culture of the Kuna people, view handicrafts such as the mola, intricate hand-woven textiles and savor the flavors of local traditional cuisine. Meals: B. L. D.

Discover the enchanting beauty of Bocas del Toro, a destination with lush forests and mountains on one side and pristine beaches on the other. It has an Afro-Caribbean culture with a distinctive language that blends English, French, and Spanish. Calypso and reggae music fill the streets, and dishes are created with seafood, coconuts, and spices. Spend the day exploring colorful reefs, unwinding on white sandy beaches, or discovering the picturesque villages. Meals: B. L. D.

Today, you’ll pass through the Panama Canal, considered one of the ‘Seven Wonders of the Modern World’. Built between 1904 and 1914 to significantly decrease the travel time between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, it has seen more than 900,000 vessels and counting.

Experience this engineering marvel as you relax on board Scenic Eclipse. Spend time on the verandah of your spacious suite with a coffee delivered by the butler or take in the scenery of the Panama Canal from the Sky Deck & Bar. Meals: B. L. D.

Your cruise will come to an end in the capital of Panama, Panama City. This cosmopolitan city, which comprises a juxtaposing skyline of skyscrapers, 17th-century churches, and colonial-style buildings, is steeped in history and boasts a happening culinary scene. Savor one last luxurious breakfast on board your 6-star Discovery Yacht before saying farewell to the crew and new friends who have shared this remarkable journey with you. As you disembark, know you have created unforgettable memories. Please book your flight to depart out of Panama City after 12:00 PM. Meal: B.