Cultural Expeditions
by Atlas™
Engage with communities, explore cultural icons and marvel at natural beauty with local experts who join you on board and ashore to lend insight to your discoveries in the Caribbean, South America, Northern Europe and beyond.
Experiences Ashore
An array of optional shore excursions lets you immerse yourself in each destination with a small group of fellow explorers. Experiences include a collection handpicked by our partners at Afar as exceptionally enriching and inspiring and also feature unique opportunities to engage with locals for an authentic perspective on cultural traditions. Examples include:
After sampling drams of fine Scotch whisky, learn the art of playing bagpipes with Louise Marshall, a renowned musician who has entertained popes, queens and celebrities.
At a centuries-old local vineyard, the winemaker teaches you the secrets of wine blending, letting you create your own before sampling those crafted by four generations of the Spinoglio family.
Included
Atlas Immersive Experiences
Every Cultural Expedition includes a Cultural Immersion with our compliments to enhance your experience of the history, nature, art or cuisine of a destination through an exclusive excursion ashore or a unique event on board.
Examples include:
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Experiences On Board
The expedition experience is defined not only by exploration ashore but also by the opportunities offered with our compliments aboard our yachts that further enhance your cultural journey of discovery.
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Experts Enriching Exploration
Every Cultural Expedition is guided by Cultural Experts & Storytellers who present fascinating seminars on board and accompany you ashore to lend insight to your exploration. Additional experts such as photographers or culinarians may lead interactive sessions as well. We’ve also partnered with the travel specialists at Afar to offer Afar Recommends: Stargazing & Astronomy Workshops led by resident astronomers.
Cultural Expedition Leaders
Cultural Experts & Storytellers
A wide range of specialists present engaging seminars and discussions on board, from museum curators to broadcasters to ambassadors, as well as scientists whose expertise may include botany, geology, paleontology or other fields.
Astronomers
As part of our commitment to inspiring and enriching travelers in partnership with Afar, resident astronomers will be on board for Afar Recommends: Stargazing & Astronomy Workshops. These experts will enlighten you on the cosmos and astronavigation and join you on deck to stargaze through telescopes in a brilliant night sky far from city lights.
Cooking Culture Experts
Embark on a culinary adventure with esteemed guest chefs, food historians, and experts, immersing you in the essence of each locale through its culinary heritage. Engage with experts in onboard demonstrations, captivating presentations, and specialized tastings.
Atlas Focus Lab: Photographers & Drone Pilots
Photography professionals may lead workshops to help you best capture the breathtaking moments of your voyage, while drone operators give you a thrilling aerial view of a destination by navigating above it as you take in the scene through first-person-view goggles.
Cultural Expedition Partnerships
Afar Recommends is a collection of experiences handpicked by Afar for our Cultural Expeditions to empower travelers to discover destinations through immersive outings and pursuit of their passions. New this year in the collection is Afar Recommends: Stargazing & Astronomy Workshops, guided by a resident astronomer on board who shares fascinating insights on the cosmos and hosts stargazing events on deck. The collection also includes excursions ashore, indicated by the Afar Recommends icon, that immerse you in local culture with uniquely enriching opportunities such as interacting with notable locals, engaging in national pastimes, participating in hands-on workshops and tasting regional cuisines. Based on our shared belief with Afar in the transformative power of travel, Afar Recommends experiences help visitors enjoy more meaningful moments and travel deeper.
Featured Expeditions
Seize the moment to embark on the expedition of a lifetime.
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