Dutch-flagged ship brings 1,300 tourists to Manaus

Upon landing in the city, the foreigners received handicrafts and bilingual guides from the agents.

O M/S Prinsendam returned to Manaus for the second time this year, this Sunday morning, 10/3. With more than 1.3 thousand tourists of various nationalities, mostly Americans and Canadians, among passengers and crew, the ship docked at 9am, the Floating Towers, in the Port of Manaus.

The embarkationção, which brings in its mast the Dutch flag, stayá short time in the capital, with leaveída às 17h this Monday, 11/3. The reception of tourists was performed by teams from the Manaus City Hall, through the Municipal Foundation of Culture, Tourism and Events (Manauscult), and the Government of Amazonas, through the State Tourism Company (Amazonastur). Upon landing in the city, the foreigners received handicrafts and bilingual guides from the agents.

Enchanted with the beauty and mix of the Amazon, the American David Johnson spoke about the enthusiasm and anxiety in exploring the city and its local culture. "I am very anxious to get to know the city, the culture, and everything that involves Amazonia. I was very impressed and happy with the warm reception we received here. I am passionate about nature and animals and this experience is being incredible," said David.

The tours during the stay in Manaus include visits to the tourist attractions in the city, jungle hotels, restaurants specializing in Amazonian cuisine, and also boat trips to the meeting of the waters, among others.

The shipção is part of the programção of the 2018/2019 Cruise Seasonthat, until April, will bring a total of 15 ships to Manaus, with more than 18 thousand tourists on board.

With information from Manauscult