Antarctic Voyage with Chile and Brazil Highlights

Welcome to Santiago. We’ll meet and transfer you to your hotel. Tonight, meet your fellow guests and Tour Director as you enjoy a welcome dinner.

Travel to the coastal city of Valparaíso, where you’ll find colourful cliffside houses sloping down to the sea. Known to Chileans as the ‘Jewel of the Pacific’, the city offers an eclectic mix of art, culture and commerce. Embark on a Signature Experience before relaxing over lunch at a local vineyard. Afterwards, return to Santiago.

Signature Experience – Valparaíso Funicular Ride

Explore this World Heritage-listed city’s historic quarter, then enjoy a funicular ride and take in brilliant views of Valparaíso’s vibrant buildings and port.

This morning, you’ll set off on a guided discovery of the vibrant Chilean capital, nestled between the snow-capped Andes and the sparkling waters of the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure before choosing where to dine this evening.

Freedom of Choice Dining – Liguria Lastarria

Dive into rich Chilean flavours at Liguria Lastarria. Experience tantalising flavours with a wide array of dishes on the menu, including traditional empanadas, Chilean-style tuna tartare, and pichanga, accompanied by cocktails, wine and beer.

Freedom of Choice Dining – Ambrosia

Chef Carolina Bazán brings dishes to life with a menu that blends the delectable flavours of Chilean and French cuisine, including a sumptuous ceviche. Enjoy the perfect fusion of elegant comfort food and a warm, relaxed atmosphere.  

Fly to Buenos Aires, Argentina’s elegant capital. On arrival, we’ll transfer you to your hotel. This evening, join your fellow travellers for a welcome reception.

This morning, delve deeper into Buenos Aires’ sights on a city tour. Discover the must-visit destinations, including Recoleta Cemetery, the colourful streets of La Boca, and the trendy neighbourhood of Palermo. This evening, meet for a ship briefing in anticipation of your exciting cruise ahead.

Board your included exclusive APT flight to Ushuaia and join a guided tour of Tierra del Fuego. After a light lunch, board the ultra-luxury expedition ship Seabourn Venture to begin your 10-night cruise through the Antarctic Peninsula. Be greeted by your Expedition Leader and a team of expert naturalist guides. Settle in before enjoying a captain’s welcome dinner. Afterwards, head to the deck to take in the stunning scenery of the Beagle Channel.

Signature Experience – Tierra del Fuego National Park Tour

Take a tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park, where you can experience the rugged natural beauty of Argentina’s southern tip. If you’re lucky, you may spot a roaming guanaco (a close relative of the llama).

Sail across the Drake Passage, the cruising gateway to Antarctica. Learn about the adventures ahead during informative, interactive and entertaining presentations on the wildlife, history and geology of Antarctica, delivered by your expert Expedition Team.

On arrival in Antarctica, your itinerary exploring this magical world of ice and water becomes flexible. Your captain will chart a course based on the most exciting sights, guided by favourable ice and weather conditions. Each day brings unforgettable Zodiac excursions and shore landings. Explore penguin rookeries, visit seal colonies, and keep watch for orcas, humpback whales and minke whales as they roam these pristine waters. Head to Deception Island, an active volcano once home to a whaling station. You may also have the opportunity to stop at the Port Lockroy scientific base. From here, you can send a postcard with a rare Antarctic stamp.

Signature Experience – Zodiac Expeditions and Shore Landings

Explore the Antarctic Peninsula on a unique itinerary, designed to maximise your discovery with thrilling Zodiac excursions and immersive shore landings.

Return to South America across the Drake Passage. Enjoy time on board, making the most of your ultra-luxury ship's exceptional social spaces, wellness amenities, world-class dining venues, and enriching lectures. Continue wildlife spotting and soak up the spectacular seascapes unfolding before you.

Today, disembark your ship in Ushuaia and fly to Buenos Aires on your included exclusive APT flight, then be transferred to your hotel.

The choice is yours today with a selection of activities on offer. A special dinner awaits this evening — a fiery tango show accompanied by a delicious meal.

Freedom of Choice – Tigre Cruise

Head to the island town of Tigre and enjoy a cruise along the rivers and canals of the Paraná Delta.

Freedom of Choice – Parisian City Walking Tour

Discover the Parisian character of Buenos Aires, visiting Plaza San Martín, Plazoleta Pellegrini and more.

Freedom of Choice – Teatro Colón Tour

Immerse yourself in Buenos Aires’ sophisticated high-arts scene on a fascinating tour of the iconic and majestic Teatro Colón, considered one of world’s leading opera houses thanks to its impeccable acoustics.

Fly to the Argentine side of Iguazú Falls, where your luxurious accommodation awaits. Set out on a guided tour of the Falls, riding the Rainforest Ecological Train to a series of walkways and viewing points to admire the striking natural wonder, including the 82-metre-high Devil’s Throat. Later, return to your hotel for dinner.

Signature Experience – Gran Meliá Iguazú

Stay close to Iguazú Falls at the Gran Meliá Iguazú, the only hotel within Argentina's Iguazú National Park.

Begin your day enjoying panoramic views on the Brazilian side of the Falls with a leisurely walk between each of the viewing platforms. Spanning an area 2.7 kilometres wide, Iguazú Falls is made up of roughly 275 incredible waterfalls waiting to be explored. Later, get up close to the Falls on your Freedom of Choice activity. This afternoon, enjoy a delectable Signature Experience at your hotel.

Freedom of Choice – Jet Boat Safari

Get up close to the roaring cascades of Iguazú Falls on a thrilling jet boat safari.

Freedom of Choice – Helicopter Ride

Experience stunning panoramas of Iguazú Falls from above on a scenic helicopter ride.

Signature Experience – Wine Tasting

At Gran Meliá Iguazú, enjoy a sommelier-led wine tasting, sampling wines from different Argentine regions alongside delicious cheese pairings.

This morning, make your way to Parque das Aves (Bird Park). The park spans five hectares and is home to over 800 species of birds including flamingos, toucans and parakeets, just to name a few. Later, fly to Rio de Janeiro. On arrival, you’ll be transferred to your luxurious hotel located on the famous Copacabana Beach.

Today, travel to Corcovado mountain to see the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue. As you visit one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, look out to stunning views across the city. For lunch, delight in a mouthwatering meal of Brazil’s renowned barbecue fare. Later as the sun sets, ride a cable car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain for panoramic views of this spectacular city.

This morning, enjoy your selected sightseeing activity in the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro. Tonight, indulge in a farewell dinner.

Freedom of Choice – Jeep Tour

Experience the beauty of Tijuca National Park on the fringes of the city as you explore by open-top jeep.

Freedom of Choice – Guanabara Bay Boat Tour

Glide along the tranquil waters of Guanabara Bay on a half-day boat tour, soaking up Rio de Janeiro’s spectacular coastline.

Your adventure comes to an end today following breakfast with a transfer to the airport for your onward flight.