Voyage to Antarctica with Pre–Stay in Buenos Aires & Post–Stay in Santiago

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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy

Highlights

    • Visit the 18th-century Cathedral
    • Visit the Avenida de Mayo and Plaza de Mayo, surrounded by La Casa Rosada (the President’s Pink House), and he Cabildo, which was the first City Hall
    • Visit Recoleta Cemetery, burial site of Eva Peron and a highlight of the city
    • Visit the Metropolitan Cathedral, which houses San Martin’s Mausoleum

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Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
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Age rangeNo age restrictions
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Start CityBUENOS AIRES
End CitySANTIAGO

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • South America
  • Antarctica

Attractions

  • Buenos Aires
  • Santiago
  • South Shetland Islands
  • Ushuaia

Activities

  • Culture
  • Independent

Itinerary

Travel Map
Day 1
BUENOS AIRES. Arrive in Buenos Aires, the “Paris of South America”. This cosmopolitan city is constantly aglow with European-influenced culture, vibrant sounds and colors, and a distinctly Latin vibe. Your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.

Day 2
BUENOS AIRES. After breakfast, your PRIVATE CITY TOUR takes you along the widest avenue in the world to see the Colon Theatre, the pride of Buenos Aires. You’ll also visit the Avenida de Mayo and Plaza de Mayo, surrounded by La Casa Rosada (the President’s Pink House), a...
Day 3
BUENOS AIRES–USHUAIA. Fly to Ushuaia, the “End of the World,” situated on the island of Tierra del Fuego. (B)

Day 4
USHUAIA (EMBARKATION). Wake up at the “End of the World,” situated on the island of Tierra del Fuego. Once a secluded outpost and penal colony, Ushuaia is now a growing community thriving on timber, fishing, and tourism. Perhaps venture into Tierra del Fuego National Par...
Day 5
CRUISING: DRAKE PASSAGE. During the next two days, cross the famed Drake Passage, a body of water that marks the intersection of the cold Antarctic with the warmer Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Throughout the voyage, enjoy a multitude of lectures on the ecology of area an...
Day 6
CRUISING: DRAKE PASSAGE. Continue sailing the Drake Passage. (B,L,D)

Day 7
CRUISING: SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS. Over the next two days, explore the sub-Antarctic islands of the South Shetland chain and be marveled by the captivating landscapes that you will encounter along the way. Weather permitting, the projected landfalls and zodiac cruises inc...
Day 8
CRUISING: SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS. Continue exploring the South Shetland Islands. (B,L,D)

Day 9
CRUISING: ANTARCTIC PENINSULA. As the white shimmer of Antarctica looms on our horizon, the presence of wildlife multiplies by tens of thousands with many species of lively penguins, inquisitive seals, nesting birds, and the spray of marine mammals. Wildlife abounds alon...
Day 10
CRUISING: ANTARCTIC PENINSULA. Continue exploring the Antarctica Peninsula. (B,L,D)

Day 11
CRUISING: DRAKE PASSAGE. Depart Antarctica and spend two days at sea on your way back to the calms of Beagle Channel and Ushuaia. En-route, cross Drake Passage and cruise past Cape Horn, a legendary maritime landmark and the southern tip of South America. (B,L,D)

Day 12
CRUISING: DRAKE PASSAGE. Continue sailing the Drake Passage back to Ushuaia. (B,L,D)

Day 13
USHUAIA (DISEMBARKATION)–SANTIAGO. Arrive back in Ushuaia this morning and disembark the ship. Fly to Chile's scenic capital between the Pacific Ocean and the Andes. With a coastline over 2,650 miles long, Chile is more than 10 times longer than it is wide. Please schedule flights to Santiago after 10 am. (B)

Day 14
SANTIAGO. Located in the center of the country, Santiago has evolved as the country’s political, commercial, and cultural capital. Step back into the 16th century on your PRIVATE TOUR, as your Local Guide traces the city’s history and heritage. Start at La Moneda, the of...
Day 15
SANTIAGO. Your vacation ends after breakfast this morning. (B)

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Cilene del Faro Cilene del Faro looks out onto the Beagle Channel with the Andes mountains behind, protecting it from the strong Patagonian winds. This hotel offers top-notch style and elegance during your stay in this fascinating part of the world. Located close to Ushuaia's attractions and featuring soft and cozy rooms, you'll have all the comforts of home at your fingertips. Ushuaia Argentina Yaganes 74 Ocean Atlantic - Inside F Cabin Built for expedition cruising, Ocean Atlantic is one of the strongest ships operating in Antarctica with the ability to access narrow inlets and isolated fjords. With a maximum capacity of 198 passengers, the ship features elegant common areas with large panel windows for wildlife viewing, lecture halls, restaurant serving international cuisine, bars, observation platforms, and a pool. Antarctica Antarctica Ocean Atlantic - Inside E Cabin Built for expedition cruising, Ocean Atlantic is one of the strongest ships operating in Antarctica with the ability to access narrow inlets and isolated fjords. With a maximum capacity of 198 passengers, the ship features elegant common areas with large panel windows for wildlife viewing, lecture halls, restaurant serving international cuisine, bars, observation platforms, and a pool. Antarctica Antarctica Ocean Atlantic - Outside D Cabin Built for expedition cruising, Ocean Atlantic is one of the strongest ships operating in Antarctica with the ability to access narrow inlets and isolated fjords. With a maximum capacity of 198 passengers, the ship features elegant common areas with large panel windows for wildlife viewing, lecture halls, restaurant serving international cuisine, bars, observation platforms, and a pool. Antarctica Antarctica Ocean Atlantic - Outside G Cabin Built for expedition cruising, Ocean Atlantic is one of the strongest ships operating in Antarctica with the ability to access narrow inlets and isolated fjords. With a maximum capacity of 198 passengers, the ship features elegant common areas with large panel windows for wildlife viewing, lecture halls, restaurant serving international cuisine, bars, observation platforms, and a pool. Antarctica Antarctica Ocean Atlantic - Outside C Cabin Built for expedition cruising, Ocean Atlantic is one of the strongest ships operating in Antarctica with the ability to access narrow inlets and isolated fjords. With a maximum capacity of 198 passengers, the ship features elegant common areas with large panel windows for wildlife viewing, lecture halls, restaurant serving international cuisine, bars, observation platforms, and a pool. Antarctica Antarctica Ocean Atlantic- Outside B Cabin Built for expedition cruising, Ocean Atlantic is one of the strongest ships operating in Antarctica with the ability to access narrow inlets and isolated fjords. With a maximum capacity of 198 passengers, the ship features elegant common areas with large panel windows for wildlife viewing, lecture halls, restaurant serving international cuisine, bars, observation platforms, and a pool. Antarctica Antarctica Ocean Atlantic- Outside A Cabin Built for expedition cruising, Ocean Atlantic is one of the strongest ships operating in Antarctica with the ability to access narrow inlets and isolated fjords. With a maximum capacity of 198 passengers, the ship features elegant common areas with large panel windows for wildlife viewing, lecture halls, restaurant serving international cuisine, bars, observation platforms, and a pool. Antarctica Antarctica Ocean Atlantic-Premium Suite PS Cabin Built for expedition cruising, Ocean Atlantic is one of the strongest ships operating in Antarctica with the ability to access narrow inlets and isolated fjords. With a maximum capacity of 198 passengers, the ship features elegant common areas with large panel windows for wildlife viewing, lecture halls, restaurant serving international cuisine, bars, observation platforms, and a pool. Antarctica Antarctica,
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