Through wellness experiences rooted in local traditions, Oceania Cruises travelers discover the restorative power of travel.
From practicing Tai Chi in Bangkok and therapeutic dance in Colombo to yoga and wine tasting in Santorini, the luxury cruise line invites discerning travelers to explore the world in a different way while learning new skills.
This exclusive collection of Wellness Discovery Tours responds to the growing interest in wellness experiences, offering guests the opportunity to connect with centuries-old healing traditions. Oceania Cruises has selected more than 50 Wellness Tours across destinations in Asia, Europe and South America.
These tours are designed for small groups, allowing guests to connect with local experts and fellow travelers who share similar interests. From thermal baths and yoga to dance, brisk walking and cooking classes, each experience is designed to promote well-being and personal enrichment.
Jason Montague, Chief Luxury Officer at Oceania Cruises, firmly believes that travel has become one of the most effective ways to invest in personal well-being. It offers a chance to step away from the daily routine, slow down and explore different cultures and destinations, before returning home with a renewed perspective. For Oceania Cruises guests, travel is about much more than moving from one place to another: it is a journey of discovery, where every trip offers an opportunity to broaden one's horizons and return home transformed.
These shore-based experiences are complemented by onboard activities ranging from lectures and hands-on cooking classes to food-and-beverage pairing experiences. Guests can also take part in creative workshops at the Artist Loft, attend talks by prominent speakers and enjoy performances by local musicians. All of this takes place in an adults-only environment, allowing guests to explore destinations at their own pace and in the company of like-minded travelers.
More specifically, while traveling in Europe, guests can choose a wellness walk along the cliffs of Getxo (Bilbao), taking in views of windmills and 18th-century fortresses; rejuvenate mind and body at the Terme dei Papi in the Italian countryside near Civitavecchia or in the volcanic thermal pools of Pompeii; or practice yoga and enjoy wine tasting overlooking the caldera of Santorini.
In Asia, guests can learn Sri Lanka's traditional Kandyan dance; practice Tai Chi at Viharn Sien Park in Bangkok; explore Traditional Chinese Medicine in Hong Kong through experiences such as acupuncture and cupping; sample organic cuisine in Ho Chi Minh City; or enjoy lunch at a monastery in Hanoi.
Ultimately, Oceania Cruises' Wellness Discovery Tours transform travel into an authentic opportunity for well-being, discovery and personal growth.
Lucia Angeli