Oceania Cruises' premier AquaMar Spa features incredible treatments to rejuvenate your body and soul. One of the unique offerings that Oceania provides guests is the ability to book wellness-related excursions, called the AquaMar Wellness Discovery Tours. These tours bring guests into the heart of a destination, and reveals rich cultural practices that relax your mind and body. From traditional wellness methods in the far-east, to ancient thermal springs in Europe, across the globe you can experience these health-centered tours by Oceania.
Here are a few of the wellness tour options Oceania offers for guests to book on their next cruise:
ASIA & AUSTRALIA TOURS
REFLEXOLOGIST ON RICE BARGE | Bangkok, Thailand | Aboard a historic wooden rice barge on the Chao Phraya River, you can explore Bangkok's rich history while enjoying a soothing foot massage from a skilled reflexologist. This ancient practice uses a foot chart to connect pressure points with organs and body systems, offering therapeutic benefits such as relaxation, improved sleep, and relief from pain and anxiety.
QIGONG IN RAINFOREST VILLAGE | Cairns, Australia | Experience the serene practice of qigong in Kuranda's rainforest village, a perfect backdrop for this meditative exercise, similar to tai chi. Afterward, immerse yourself in Kuranda's vibrant shops, offering handcrafted jewelry, local fashion, colorful artwork, and traditional items like boomerangs and didgeridoos.
CHAKRAPANI AYURVEDA AND THE GOKARNATH TEMPLE | Mangalore, India | Enjoy a transformative Ayurveda consultation, a time-honored practice from India aimed at balancing the mind, body, and spirit. Dive into the vibrant local culture at the bustling marketplace, filled with captivating sounds and sights. End your day at the Gokarnath Temple, built in 1912 for the Billava community, with a golden tower and murals depicting Hindu legends.
SOUTH AMERICA TOURS
EL DESCANSO ISLAND: LABYRINTH OF STREAMS | Buenos Aires, Argentina | Experience an enchanting day on an island crafted by art collector Claudio Stamato. Explore a botanical paradise with elegant willows, a bamboo labyrinth, vibrant hydrangeas, and perhaps even a ceibo, Argentina's national flower. Enjoy outdoor yoga and savor healthy cuisine made from fresh, local ingredients.
MINDFULNESS MEDITATION AND PACHAMANCA | Lima (Callao), Peru | Immerse yourself in Incan culture through a stoneware and porcelain workshop while enjoying a beverage made from natural herbs and fruits. Participate in a ritual offering to Pachamama, the Incan earth goddess, and find inner peace in a mindfulness meditation session. Experience a tea ceremony before savoring a lunch cooked in a traditional Incan earth oven.
BEACH YOGA AND COOKING CLASS AT LAS TANUSAS ECO-RETREAT | Manta, Ecuador | Enjoy a peaceful yoga session at the eco-friendly Las Tanusas beach resort, where the calming sounds of waves and tropical birds enhance your experience. Afterward, join an incredible cooking class at BocaValdivia restaurant, mastering Ecuadorian cuisine with a history spanning over 10,000 years. Enjoy dishes made with seafood obtained through ancient fishing methods.
WELLNESS AND MINDFULNESS AT VIÑA CASA MARIN | Santiago De Chile, Chile | Engage in yoga, pranayama breathing, and mindful meditation at the picturesque Viña Casa Marin boutique winery, where you'll also learn about its history. Under a professional instructor's guidance, explore meditation techniques to calm the mind, refresh the body, and boost positive energy. Afterwards, enjoy a curated selection of delicious dishes and wines led by a chef and sommelier.
EUROPEAN TOURS
ROYAL TREATMENT AT THE HAMMAM GRANADA | Málaga, Spain | Experience the rejuvenating baths of Hammam Granada, where Arabian nobility once discovered the benefits of hot, warm, and cool baths for relieving tension and boosting circulation. Follow this with a relaxing massage, then explore the captivating Albaycín neighborhood, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and enjoy an authentic local lunch fit for royalty.
THE WONDERS OF APITHERAPY | Seville (Cádiz), Spain | Discover the wellness benefits of nature's prized resource: the beehive. At a countryside beekeeping farm, explore apitherapy, which utilizes honeybee products like raw honey, pollen, royal jelly, and bee venom to enhance well-being.
THERMAL BATHS OF THE POPES | Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy | Discover the Terme dei Papi, a famed thermal spring in Viterbo, historically visited by popes since the Middle Ages. This vast outdoor pool, spanning over 20,000 square feet, is fed exclusively by the famous Bullicame spring, celebrated in the works of Dante and Michelangelo.
YOGA ON THE TERRACE OF TAORMINA | Taormina (Sicily), Italy | Taormina, perched on the cliffs of Mount Tauro, offers stunning panoramic views of the Ionian Sea from its natural terrace. This picturesque town is perfect for a revitalizing yoga session with a breathtaking backdrop. Afterward, take time to reflect on your experience while savoring fresh fruits and juices, and relax by a pristine pool.
Booking Your Cruise
Now that you are ready to book your cruise and experience these relaxing wellness tours for yourself, reach out to the experts at Harr Travel. We know the shore excursions inside-and-out and have an amazing relationship with Oceania Cruises. Our advisors will craft the cruise vacation of a lifetime for you, your friends, family, or group at an exceptional rate, and give you the Harr Travel signature service every step of the way.
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