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Limited DatesNovember – March Only
11days
Buenos Aires to Antarctic Wilderness by Air & Sea
Buenos Aires, Antarctica, Ushuaia, Antarctic Cruise, Cape Horn, Drake Passage, South Shetland Islands, King George Island, Punta Arenas, Santiago, San Antonio Valley
Explore Buenos Aires' Belle Époque palaces, then savor an intimate tango dinner show.
Sail the Antarctic Peninsula for 7-nights, exploring ice-filled bays and spotting wildlife.
Fly above the legendary Drake Passage, landing on the stunning King George Island.
Taste Chile's renowned wines on private vineyard tours in the scenic San Antonio Valley.
Consult your Cruise Expert to curate the optimal voyage from November to March.
* Please note: USD per person, double occupancy. Custom designed personal tour. Prices subject to change.
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Buenos AiresThe Adventure Begins
- Surprise & Delight
- Airport Transfer with Meet & Greet - Private
- Recoleta at Leisure
Buenos AiresStrolling the Magical Streets
- Recoleta & Retiro Walking Tour (3 hrs) - Private
Buenos AiresSights and Insights
- Belle Epoque Palaces & Architecture of Buenos Aires (3.5 hrs) - Vehicle/Guide/Driver
- Tango Show & Dinner at Cafe de Los Angelitos (3.5 hrs)
Antarctica to Buenos Aires to Ushuaia to Antarctic CruiseAll Aboard!
- Airport Transfer - Private
- Buenos Aires - Ushuaia [Direct, 3.5 hrs - Separate Purchase] - Separate Purchase
- Airport Transfer - Private
- Ushuaia - Embarkation
- Antarctica 21 - Magellan Explorer Amenities
- Antarctica 21 - Magellan Explorer Inclusions
Cape Horn to Antarctic CruiseWhere the Wild Things Are
- Cape Horn & Drake Passage
Drake Passage to Antarctic CruiseNurtured by Nature
- Drake Passage
South Shetland Islands to Antarctic CruiseCall of the Wild
- Drake Passage & Antarctica
King George Island to Punta ArenasLose Yourself in Nature
- Antarctica & King George Island
Punta Arenas to Santiago to San Antonio ValleyThe Journey Continues…
- Punta Arenas
- Punta Arenas - Santiago [Direct, 3.5 hrs] - Separate Purchase
- Santiago - San Antonio Valley [2 hrs] - Vehicle/Driver/Guide
- Chile Welcome Package
- Important Arrival Information
San Antonio ValleyTaste and Tipple on a Vineyard Visit
- Casablanca & San Antonio Wineries Tour (8 hrs) - Private
San Antonio Valley to SantiagoUntil Next Time…
- San Antonio Valley - Santiago [2 hrs] - Vehicle/Driver/Guide
BUENOS AIRES
The Adventure Begins
For your added comfort, an English-speaking guide will be awaiting your arrival outside of Customs with personalized signage. Your representative will then lead you to your private driver and accompany you to your accommodation.
Nestled in northern Buenos Aires, the sophisticated neighborhood of Recoleta is rich with opulent architecture and historic structures made for exploring during a day at leisure. Mixed in with its elegant remnants of yesteryear and homes of the rich and powerful are a wealth of indie boutique and designer stores. Recoleta's must-see site is its world-famous cemetery, home to thousands of above-ground mausoleums representing Art Deco, Gothic and Art Nouveau styles. The cemetery serves as the final resting place for Argentina's legendary Evita Peron. After your visit, unwind at Plaza Francia, an ideal place to settle in on a park bench and indulge in an ice cream or peruse unique creations during the weekend craft market. To soak in the cultural scene, opt to visit the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes to see its impressive inventory of paintings from the likes of Rembrandt, Titian, and Monet. Stop by the Libreria El Ateneo Grand Splendid, a former cinema transformed into one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world. As night falls, be sure to visit Recoleta's limitless collection of enticing bars and restaurants.
Where you’ll be staying
Superior Room
BUENOS AIRES
Strolling the Magical Streets
Once the home of the 20th-century Argentine aristocracy, Recoleta offers an array of elegant wonders to explore. Join your private guide for a walking tour of this affluent neighborhood, brimming with Parisian-inspired architecture and regal splendor. Your starting point is the Plaza San MartÍn, located in the heart of Buenos Aires. Here you'll see some of the city's most impressive buildings, once home to the Argentine elite. Take in views of the former Palacio Paz, which nowadays houses the Military Society, the Palacio Anchorena, that presently hosts the Ministry of Foreign Affaires, and the Palacio Haedo, now used by the National Parks Administration. Your tour continues with a visit to the monumental Retiro Railway Station, its designed inspired by French Academic influences. Stroll along the elegant Arroyo Street, home to some of the finest art galleries in the city. Continue along Alvear Avenue, a sort of smaller-scale Champs ElysÉes. Once here, marvel at the sumptuous French-styled palaces, such as the OrtÍz Basualdo Palace, now known as the French Embassy, and the Pereda Palace, which now houses the Brazilian Embassy.
Where you’ll be staying
Superior Room
BUENOS AIRES
Sights and Insights
View some of Buenos Aires’ most beautiful public buildings built during the period 1890 and 1930, most originally constructed as homes for wealthy Buenos Aires families. The Museum of Decorative Arts was the former home to the Errazuriz-Alvear Chilean-Argentine family, decorated in eclectic style including neo-Classical, Louis XIV, Rococo and Louis XVI. Circulo Militar, designed in Paris and built in Buenos Aires for the Paz family who owned the La Prensa newspaper, is now used for public and private activities. The French Embassy was owned by the Ortiz Basualdo family until 1939 and the Brazilian Embassy by the Pereda family until 1944. The Vatican Embassy was the home of the Fernandez de Anchorenas—all wonderful examples of French influence in the city’s architecture. The Palacio San Martin—today the Foreign Affairs Ministry—belonged to the Anchorena Family, and the Palacio Estrougamou is now a condominium building. Many others are used now for business and social events, such as the Bencich and Aberg Cobo homes, among others.
Buenos Aires may well be the best place in the world to catch an exclusive tango show, and the nightly performance at CafÉ de Los Angelitos may well be the best in the city. This evening, enjoy a special night out as you are picked up from your hotel by a private driver and a bilingual guide, setting out for CafÉ de Los Angelitos. Take in an intimate tango performance led by local dancers, all while enjoying a gourmet dinner consisting of grilled local meats, international dishes and excellent Argentinian wines. A sensory experience capturing the essence of Buenos Aires tango and gastronomy - this will be a night to remember.
Where you’ll be staying
Superior Room
ANTARCTICA TO BUENOS AIRES TO USHUAIA TO ANTARCTIC CRUISE
All Aboard!
Meet your professional driver and English-speaking guide for a domestic airport transfer.
Board a direct flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia. Approximate travel time is 3.5 hrs. Please note that the flights are not included in the price and must be purchased separately.
Set out with your professional driver and English-speaking guide for a private airport transfer.
Your journey begins in Ushuaia, Argentina, at the pier. Board your ship in the afternoon and sail along the Beagle Channel towards Puerto Williams, Chile, the southernmost town in the world. Explore the surroundings before setting sail to Cape Horn.
Magellan Explorer's public spaces were designed to create a connection with its destinations. The accessible bow allows guests near the water level for exceptional wildlife viewing and photographic opportunities. Guests can enjoy a forward-facing observation lounge and bar, where our expert polar guides also deliver educational programs and information. The outdoor observation deck offers expansive views and close contact with the natural environments we sail through. The dining room offers ample space for guests with large windows for sightseeing while enjoying a delicious meal. There is a meeting room, a library filled with Antarctic-themed books, a gift shop, and a protected outdoor barbecue area. The ship also has a gym and a sauna.
Your polar expedition delivers a number of exclusive inclusions for a memorable cruise experience. Enjoy destination briefings, shore landings led by expert field guides, sightseeing safaris by Zodiac, a polar plunge, and use of waterproof boots. All on-board meals are included, including daily buffet breakfast and lunch offering a wide choice of dishes. Dinner served daily onboard the ship offering a choice between one of three main courses. Wine, beer, juice, and soft drinks with lunch and dinner onboard. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, cappuccino, water and snacks onboard the ship throughout your expedition. All guided shore excursions are included as well as lectures and entertainment onboard.
Where you’ll be staying
Deluxe Veranda Cabin
CAPE HORN
Where the Wild Things Are
After an overnight crossing of Nassau Bay, you awake in full view of legendary Cape Horn! Weather permitting, board a Zodiac and be one of the few privileged adventurers to step foot on this famous and rarely visited island. Back on board, set sail towards Antarctica and cross the famous passage named in honor of Sir Francis Drake, the great 16th-century British explorer.
Where you’ll be staying
Deluxe Veranda Cabin
DRAKE PASSAGE
Nurtured by Nature
As you sail through the Drake Passage en route to King George Island, in the South Shetland Islands, attend an engaging program of lectures and presentations. In the company of expert guides, watch for wildlife from the lounge or the outside decks. You may spot magnificent seabirds, such as albatrosses and petrels, as well as different species of whales on their way south to Antarctica.
Where you’ll be staying
Deluxe Veranda Cabin
SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS
Call of the Wild
After crossing the Antarctic Convergence, the environment changes noticeably. Keep your camera ready, as this is the time to watch for the first icebergs and the first sight of Antarctic land. Reaching the South Shetland Islands, sail in ice-filled bays, while enjoying the company of seabirds, penguins, seals, and whales. Board a Zodiac for your first memorable shore visit to a penguin colony. Exploration will continue well into the evening taking advantage of the long Antarctic daylight.
Where you’ll be staying
Deluxe Veranda Cabin
KING GEORGE ISLAND TO PUNTA ARENAS
Lose Yourself in Nature
Upon reaching King George Island, disembark at Fildes Bay. You then board a transfer vehicle and pass Chile’s Frei Station and Russia’s Bellingshausen Station to the aircraft. Bid farewell to Antarctica as you board the flight back to Punta Arenas. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for the night. (Note: Meals in Punta Arenas are at your leisure and not included in the program).
Where you’ll be staying
PUNTA ARENAS TO SANTIAGO TO SAN ANTONIO VALLEY
The Journey Continues…
After breakfast, join a group transfer to the Punta Arenas airport for your departure.
Board a direct flight from Punta Arenas to Santiago. Approximate travel time is three hours and 30 minutes. Your flight may operate with a stop in Puerto Montt. Please note that flights are not included in the price and must be purchased separately.
You will be privately transferred from Santiago to the cruise terminal in San Antonio by a professional driver and an English-speaking guide. Approximate travel duration is just under two hours.
Welcome to Chile!
Upon arrival in Chile, you will receive a PDI Entry Form at customs. Please take a photo of this form and keep the physical copy with you during your stay. Hotels will request it at check-in, and it must also be presented when departing the country.
Where you’ll be staying
Standard
SAN ANTONIO VALLEY
Taste and Tipple on a Vineyard Visit
This morning you will be picked up from your hotel to embark on a private tour through two of the most highly regarded vineyards in Casablanca: Bodegas Re, one of the most innovative wine making vineyards in the country, and Casas del Bosque, a vineyard specializing in time-honored, traditional practices.
Your guided outing of Bodegas RE will include a tour through the balsamic and artisanal fruit-liquor rooms, the clay vessel cellar and six wine tastings featuring RE Pinotel, RE Chardonnoir, RE Syranoir, RE Syragnan, RE Cabergnan, and Lomajes de ViÑa Roja (Carignan) which will be accompanied with lights snacks of bread, cheese, and olive oil. While visiting Casas del Bosque, you will enjoy a private tour of the grounds and cellar, including a tasting of one Reserve and two Grand Reserve wines.
Where you’ll be staying
Standard
SAN ANTONIO VALLEY TO SANTIAGO
Until Next Time…
You will be privately transferred from the cruise terminal in San Antonio to Santiago by a professional driver and an English-speaking guide. Approximate travel duration is just under two hours.
BUENOS AIRES
Sofitel Buenos Aires Recoleta
Located in the sophisticated neighborhood of Recoleta, characterized by its neoclassical architecture, Sofitel Buenos Aires stands out in stark contrast thanks to its contemporary style and its imposing brick faÇade. This upscale hotel highlights the best of European heritage, inspired by its Argentine roots. Nestled close to the city's enticing attractions, Sofitel Buenos Aires boasts modern, spacious guest rooms and a restaurant, bar, patisserie, wine cellar, heated swimming pool, fitness center, and garden. The hotel is located opposite the Patio Bullrich shopping mall and just a block away from the prestigious Avenida Alvear and its international luxury stores.
ANTARCTIC CRUISE
Magellan Explorer
Magellan Explorer is a new and modern expedition vessel custom-built for Antarctic air-cruises to the latest Polar Code specifications. Magellan Explorer has a capacity for 76 guests accommodated in seven categories of accommodation, including dedicated single cabins. All cabins except Porthole cabins feature private balconies. All double cabins except two have two twin beds that can be configured as one king-size bed. All cabins feature a wardrobe, individually controlled heating system, a sitting area, and a private bathroom with a shower and heated floors. The ship features a glass-enclosed observation lounge and presentation room with state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment, a spacious and stylish dining room, a well-stocked bar, a library, a meeting room, a gym, a sauna, and a medical clinic. The forward-facing observation deck leads to the ship’s bow, which is accessible to guests to offer proximity to marine wildlife. The ship has a fleet of 10 Zodiac boats that are well suited for disembarking and wildlife watching. The fitness center aboard Magellan Explorer has been designed and built by the professionals at Anytime Fitness, the world’s only fitness company with boutique gyms on all seven continents.
PUNTA ARENAS
Antarctica 21 Post-Cruise Hotel
Spend a night in Punta Arenas. Your accommodation will include all the essential amenities to make your stay comfortable.
SAN ANTONIO VALLEY
La Casona at Matetic Vineyards
La Casona at Matetic Vineyards is a colonial country home featuring seven stylish rooms. With over 100 years of history, in 2004 it was fully remodeled and beautifully decorated by the renowned Max Cummins. La Casona offers the perfect setting for a relaxing, unique holiday experience. Visit the vineyard, explore the grounds, taste the fine wines and relax in the peaceful Rosario Valley. Come and enjoy the incomparable personalized service, comfort and exceptional hospitality. La Casona at Matetic Vineyards is located in Rosario Valley, a subdivisiÓn of San Antonio Valley, 120 kilometers from Santiago between Casablanca and San Antonio.
Made to Order
- Choose from a range of places to stay, from impeccable five-star hotels to equally outstanding boutique ones.
- Tailor your trip to include a wide variety of activities, from the must-see's to the lesser-known, local experiences, and even the exclusive ones you may not know about.
- With no fixed dates or set schedules, you can explore on your terms.
- Whether you're celebrating one of life's big moments or looking to fulfill a personal journey, we always work with you to ensure we're creating a trip-of-a-lifetime.
What's included
- A fully customized itinerary based on your interests and schedule
- 24/7 in-destination support from our local office
- Regional flights between stops in your itinerary (unless otherwise indicated)
- All accommodation stays, tours and transfers for scheduled activities are covered, unless otherwise listed in the itinerary
- A private driver for tours and transfers (in some countries our local private guides also act as your driver - your Destination Expert will discuss with you if applicable)
- Local private guides or shared tours that take you through your itinerary highlights and experiences, your final itinerary will confirm the type of tour
- A greeting at the airport or at your accommodation from one of our representatives – your expert will confirm your meet and greet location with you
- Breakfast each morning at your hotel, plus any meals indicated in the itinerary
- One suitcase and one carry-on per person for trip transfers
What's not included
- Your international airfare – please do let your expert know if you'd like to receive pricing from our Air Team
- Travel insurance, which we offer and can be purchased after you've booked your tour
- Visas (unless noted)
- Tips for services and experiences
- Lunches, dinners and drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), unless specified in the itinerary
- Excess baggage charges, and where applicable, baggage not included in your fare
- Personal charges such as laundry, phone calls, SIM cards or room service
- Early check-in or late check-out from hotels (unless otherwise specified)
- Additional sightseeing, activities and experiences outside of your itinerary
- Optional enhancements like room or flight upgrades, or local camera or video fees
- Passport fees, immunization costs, and local departure taxes (when applicable)
Protect your travel
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