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Antarctic Voyage with Chile

2026

Small Ship Cruise

Antarctic Voyage with Chile

Antarctic Voyage with Chile

Explore Santiago in depth and visit coastal Valparaíso before preparing for the adventure of a lifetime with a luxurious stay in the Argentine capital of Buenos Aires. Fly to the world’s most southerly city, Ushuaia, where your expedition ship and team of polar experts are waiting. Cross the Drake Passage and enter the world’s most magical environment, where icebergs are signposts and whales lead the way. 

18 day Small Ship Cruise

Itinerary

18 days / 17 night Small Ship Cruise

Day 1

Arrive Santiago

Day 2

Santiago, Valparaiso

Signature Experience

Day 3

Santiago

Freedom of Choice

Day 4

Santiago, Buenos Aires

Day 5

Buenos Aires

Day 6

Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Embark Antarctica Cruise

Signature Experience

Days 7 - 8

Drake Passage

Days 9 - 13

Antarctic Peninsula

Signature Experience

Days 14 - 15

Drake Passage

Day 16

Disembark Ship, Ushuaia, Buenos Aires

Day 17

Buenos Aires

Freedom of Choice

Day 18

Depart Buenos Aires

Stay/Stop name (no. of nights)
Flight (included)
Cruise
Cruise Stay (no. of nights)

Trip Inclusions

Discover the inclusions provided on your tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.

All internal flights within South America, including a return APT private charter flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia
Freedom of Choice inclusions in two locations
Three nights at W Santiago
Four nights at the Alvear Palace Hotel in Buenos Aires
10 nights aboard APT Antarctic charter Seabourn Venture with all beverages included
APT Tour Director and expedition team
Luxury dining – a total of 41 meals
Transfers, tipping, porterage and port charges

Tour Highlights

These exclusive or unique experiences are thoughtfully curated to take you on an inspiring journey beneath the surface of local history, culture and traditions. What's more, these once-in-a-lifetime moments are often not available to a regular traveller. The following highlights are just a taste of what we have prepared, especially for you.

World Heritage city, colorful buildings and harbour
Valparaiso, Chile - 22 January 2023: Cars on the steep track of Funicular railway in Valparaiso Chile.

Santiago, Valparaiso

Explore this World Heritage-listed city’s historic quarter, before a funicular ride offering great views over Valparaiso.

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Tierra del Fuego National Park

Take a tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park,

Team of unrecognizable Explorer returning to the Icebreaker Ship from a landing at the Antarctica Peninsula. Cruising with a Zodiac Dinghy through small drift ice and icebergs back to their exploration ship under sunny late morning sky. Antarctic Glaciers and Mountain Range in the background. Antarctica Peninsula, Antarctica
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Antarctic Peninsula

Delight in a unique itinerary which allows you to maximise your discovery of the enchanting Antarctic Peninsula, from thrilling Zodiac expeditions to enthralling shore landings.  

What's On Board

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Cruise aboard the Seabourn Venture

Purpose-built and ultra-luxurious, this innovatively designed vessel cruises to remote locations and boasts exceptional dining experiences, a dedicated 24-person Expedition Team and an array of relaxation and wellness spaces. With a maximum of 264 guests on board and all-veranda, all ocean-front suites, there is no better way to travel through Northern Europe, the Arctic and Antarctica.

Trip Extensions

More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your cruise. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Trip Notes

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change

  • Prices include all internal flights within South America, port charges and gratuities

  • Flights to and from South America are not included

  • Travel insurance is mandatory on Antarctica cruise

  • Enquire for solo traveller pricing

  • Weather and water conditions may cause changes to Antarctica cruise

  • Extend your journey with a three-night stay in the Atacama Desert at the Nayara Alto Atacama

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