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Legenda

Lunch or dinner includedLunch or dinner included
DrinkDrink
Livello-facileLevel of difficulty: easy
Livello-moderatoLevel of difficulty: moderate
Livello-impegnativoLevel of difficulty: difficult
Tour-panoramicoPanoramic Tour
degustazioneTastings
Posti-limitatiLimited availability!
SnackSnack
Long walking toursLong walking tours
Long bus tripLong bus trip
Filming and photographs prohibited, or surcharge for photography and filming requiredFilming and photographs prohibited, orsurcharge for photography and filming required
Walking on rough terrain:comfortable walking shoes advisedWalking on rough terrain:comfortable walking shoes advised
There may be opportunities to take a swim. It is advisable tobring a beach towel, bathing suit, sun protection cream, and a hat.There may be opportunities to take a swim. It is advisable tobring a beach towel, bathing suit, sun protection cream, and a hat.

MSC Poesia - Cruise - Caribbean


7 Nights     20 Dec 2009 - 27 Dec 2009
Happy Holidays, Caribbean Style


Travel on board of the MSC Poesia. Departing fromFort Lauderdale,Florida  and calls to  San Juan,Puerto Rico, St. John's,Antigua, Philipsburg (St. Maarten), Nassau (Bahamas), Fort Lauderdale,Florida.

MSC Poesia

Port Description - San Juan,Puerto Rico

San Juan,Puerto Rico

Although only 100 by 35 miles, Puerto Rico metamorphoses into a great diversity of landscapes. Sunny beaches give way to upland tropical rainforests. Crammed urban highways intersect with roads that soon wind under leafy canopies. Year-old high-rises share the island with 300-year-old towns and 1,000-year-old trees.


Shore Excursion


SJU01 - San Juan Panoramic Tour (2.5 hrs.)

Panoramic TourLimited availability!

Discover the city of San Juan! Panoramic tour of the historical “Old Town” to admire typical architecture of the 1600s characterized by narrow stony streets and of the “New Town” of San Juan. Wander through the historical centre stopping to admire the main points of interest. This tour also includes a visit to the ancient Fortress of San Cristobal dating back to 1634. Time for shopping included!Note: limited seats. the visit inside the fortress is individual. Only Spanish and English guides are available. This tour is available only on November 07th, December 03rd

Price per person starting from: $  32 Adults   - $  29 Children


SJU02 - El Yunque Rain ForestTour (4.5 hrs.)

Limited availability!Long walking tours

Leave the bustling city behind and begin your journey with a scenic tour through the country area of Rio Grande. A short stop is included for shopping. The highlight of this area is the spectacular El Yunque Rain Forest. Unique to this part of the world, you will find yourself surrounded by a tropical paradise rich in exotic plants and waterfalls. Note: limited seats. We suggest to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a raincoat. Only Spanish and English guides are available. This tour is available only on November 07th, December 03rd

Price per person starting from: $  42 Adults   - $  38 Children


SJU06 - San Juan Panoramic & Bacardi Experience (3.5 hrs.)

Learn about the history of this fascinating island and its unique sugar cane drink at the Bacardi Rum Distillery. Discover the different varieties of rum and the processes behind their production. Enjoy beautiful park-like grounds, a unique museum depicting the Bacardi family history, and the Bacardi Shop (for all your souvenirs!) Next, enjoy a relaxing drive through Old San Juan to view fortresses protected by massive stone walls from ages long ago. Note: You may experience a long line inside the Bacardi factory. We kindly ask you to be patient. The visit inside the fortress is individual. Only Spanish and English guides are available. This tour is available only on November 07th, December 03rd

Price per person starting from: $  36 Adults   - $  32 Children


SJU09 - Latin Tradition Show (2.5 hr. evening tour)

Limited availability!

The passion and fire of the Spanish expressive music, the Flamenco was coming out of the dramatic ensemble hands, instruments and sounds by Juan Carlos. At the age of fourteen Juan Carlos was recognized as the “ youngest Flamenco guitarist in Spain”. Musical Latin rhythms like the Rumba, Samba, Flamenco; the talented hands of the master Juan Carlos will recreate in the latin traditions show. Note: limited seats. The show will be in English. This tour is not foreseen on December 12th

Price per person starting from: $  65 Adults   - $  59 Children


SJU11 - Bioluminiscence Kayak Adventure (5.5 hr. evening tour)

Limited availability!

Of the four places in the world like this, three are found in Puerto Rico.Imagine yourself travelling across the mangrove channels of Las Cabezas de San Juan natural reserve, having the open sky above you, under the blanket of the night sky with the beam of light from the restored Fajardo lighthouse, reaching out across the waters of the Atlantic, as a guide to all passing ships. At the site you will board a kayak and this unique experience begins. It's impressive to see how these bioluminescent organisms make the fish and kayak glow when you immerse your hands in the water. On the way there you will paddle through mangroves where you will be able to appreciate nocturnal animal life as well iguanas recharging their energies for their next activities. It is truly an unforgettable adventure. Note: limited seats. Round trip by bus lasts 3 hour. Only Spanish and English guides are available. This tour is not foreseen only on December 12th

Price per person starting from: $  87 Adults   - $  78 Children


SJU12 - CANOPY ADVENTURE

Approx 3 ˝ hours

The Canopy Adventure gives you a chance to see Puerto Rico’s countryside from a unique perspective. With the assistance of experienced guide, safety equipment will be provided and worn by our guests (harness, gloves and helmet).  Then you can sail from tree to tree and platform to platform on a network of pulleys and double horizontal cables that are mounted between 10 and 70 feet above the tropical forest floor. The adventure consists of observation platforms, horizontal traverses, a ''tarzan'' swing, hanging bridges and a thrilling vertical descent.

Note: limited seats. To fully participate may require extended periods of physical exertion, extensive walking, climbing, or biking. There may be numerous steps, inclines, cobblestones, and other rough terrain throughout the excursion. These excursions are the most active and have been designed for participants in excellent health and very good physical condition. Total weight of both passengers in a kayak may not exceed 260 pounds. Closed toe shoes are recommended. This tour is foreseen only on November 7th and December 3rd

Price per person starting from: $  130 Adults   - $  117 Children


SJU13 - SALSA INTERACTIVE SHOW - 2.5 HRS (EVENING SHOW)

Leaving the port your salsa night will start. Once we are ready to start our host will introduce the audience to the rhythm of salsa and will give an overview of were it came from and how it became part of the Puerto Rican culture and identity. our salsa dancers will entertain the audience with their incredible energy and enthusiasm. Our live band will play many of the classic salsa songs of the seventies and the party just got started. Our Salsa instructors will interact with the guests guiding them through each step of the Dance.

Note: limited seats. The show will be in English. This tour is not foreseen on December 12th

Price per person starting from: $  81 Adults   - $  73 Children


SJU14 - EVENING DRIVE IN SAN JUAN - 2 HRS (EVENING TOUR)

Puerto Rico is known as ''The Shining Star of the Caribbean'', you ride through the capitol of Puerto Rico. Drive through the Old City on quaint cobblestone streets dating back to the 16th century filled with history and old world charm. You will pass by and view landmarks like the San Cristobal Fortress built in 1634, the Capitol Building built in 1923 and much more as we drive you through Norzagaray Street to view the Spanish architecture of old San Juan. Enjoy the panoramic view of new San Juan.

Note: As this excursion operates in the evening, visibility can be limited. This tour is not foreseen on November 7th and December 3rd

Price per person starting from: $  26 Adults   - $  23 Children


Note

The excursions mentioned in the above program are intended to give all MSC guests an idea of tours that can be organized in each port of call.
This program is merely indicative and varies according to the conditions prevailing in each port. Each excursion (with description and prices) will be reconfirmed during your cruise with full information in the onboard Tour Magazine.

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