Antarctic Peninsula Odyssey Cruise

From Buenos Aires to Buenos Aires

Tour Overview

Set sail for the end of the world on an extraordinary 12-day Antarctic cruise, where the Southern Ocean leads you into a realm of towering glaciers, sculpted icebergs and pristine wilderness.

Board your boutique expedition ship and sail through the remote waters of the Southern Ocean, with days at sea offering sweeping ocean views, expert-led lectures and opportunities to deepen your knowledge of the polar world.

Your reward is the breathtaking Antarctic Peninsula, where towering glaciers meet luminous icebergs and pristine islands provide a haven for penguins, seals and seabirds. Explore this extraordinary wilderness by expedition boat and shore, with each landing revealing a new perspective on one of the planet’s last great frontiers.

Throughout your voyage, enjoy the comforts of boutique expedition cruising, with spacious staterooms, floor-to-ceiling windows and panoramic viewing areas, alongside excellent dining and personalised service. Unwind in the sauna, take a dip in the pool or outdoor hot tubs, or simply find a quiet spot to watch Antarctica drift past.

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Meet Antarctica’s remarkable residents, from playful penguins to lounging seals and soaring seabirds, with Zodiac and shore landings bringing you close to the action.

Capture the magic of Antarctica with expert tips from an onboard photography coach, helping you turn stunning wildlife and epic landscapes into picture-perfect memories.

Embrace adventure with hiking, snowshoeing, zodiac cruise and optional kayaking, then return to your expedition ship for panoramic views, fine dining, sauna and personalised service.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1
Arrive in Buenos Aires

Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met by a representative and transferred to your hotel in Buenos Aires. This evening, enjoy the hotel’s amenities or take advantage of your free time to explore the city.


Overnight in Buenos Aires

Day 2
Buenos Aires Fly to Ushuaia | Embarkation

This morning, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to the airport in time for your charter flight to Ushuaia. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the cruise ship for embarkation.

Nestled in the foothills of the snow-capped Martial Range, Ushuaia’s colourful streets and mismatched buildings cascade from the imposing mountains before coming to an abrupt halt at the shores of the Beagle Channel. As one of the world’s southernmost cities, Ushuaia carries its ‘end of the world’ reputation well. The moody weather and dramatic surroundings certainly help. Board your boutique ship before departing for your journey through one of the most captivating wilderness regions of the world.

Day 3-4
At Sea

Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.

Day 5-9
Antarctic Peninsula

Among captivating glaciers, majestic icebergs and snowy islands, the Antarctic Peninsula is where most visitors to the White Continent live their Antarctica dream. It's the most accessible part, with scientific bases and incredible scenery, like the photogenic Lemaire Channel. Shore excursions might include Mikkelsen Harbour, where among gentoo penguins, snowy sheathbills and skuas, Antarctic Weddell seals haul out.

Day 10-11
At Sea

Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.

Day 12
Disembark Ushuaia Fly to Buenos Aires

Nestled in the foothills of the snow-capped Martial Range, Ushuaia’s colourful streets and mismatched buildings cascade from the imposing mountains before coming to an abrupt halt at the shores of the Beagle Channel. As one of the world’s southernmost cities, Ushuaia carries its ‘end of the world’ reputation well. The moody weather and dramatic surroundings certainly help. Board your boutique ship before departing for your journey through one of the most captivating wilderness regions of the world.

Upon arrival in Ushuaia, you will be transferred from the cruise ship to the airport in time for your flight to Buenos Aires.

*Please note: Cruise itinerary is subject to change depending on weather conditions, ice conditions and other factors.

What’s Included

Accommodation
  • Included Copy 20 1 night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast in a 4/5-star hotel*
  • Included Copy 20 10 nights onboard
  • Included Copy 31 Cabin upgrades available
Food
  • Included Copy 20 All meals onboard throughout your voyage
  • Included Copy 20 Complimentary hot & cold beverages, beer, wine & spirits
Fees & Services
  • Included Copy 20 Return charter flight (economy) from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia
  • Included Copy 20 All scheduled expedition landings
  • Included Copy 20 Group transfers package
  • Included Copy 20 Lecture programs by expedition team and guest speakers
  • Included Copy 20 24-hour room service
  • Included Copy 20 One selected shore excursion per port of call
  • Included Copy 20 Waterproof backpack and refillable water bottle (yours to keep)
  • Included Copy 20 Branded expedition parka included (yours to keep)
  • Included Copy 20 Access to entry-level Wi-Fi
  • Included Copy 20 Memory package documenting the expedition
  • Included Copy 20 A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac excursions
  • Included Copy 20 24/7 self-service laundry
  • Included Copy 7 International flights, Visas, Insurance, and other personal charges
  • Included Copy 7 Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac cruising; other gear not included
  • Included Copy 31 Optional activities: Kayaking or snowshoeing (additional cost)
  • Included Copy 31 WI-FI upgrade package available
Transportation
SH Minerva

SH Minerva

152 Passengers

SH Diana

SH Diana

192 Passengers

SH Vega

SH Vega

152 Passengers

Activities

  • Included Encounter penguins, seals and seabirds across the Antarctic Peninsula.
  • Included Get closer to towering glaciers and icebergs by Zodiac, or with optional kayaking.
  • Included Explore Antarctica on foot with exhilarating hikes and snowshoeing adventures.
  • Included Discover the dramatic beauty of the photogenic Lemaire Channel.
  • Included Join expert-led lectures and gain fascinating insights into Antarctica.
  • Included Relax aboard a boutique expedition ship with panoramic views, dining, sauna, pool & jacuzzi.
  • Included Capture extraordinary polar landscapes with guidance from professional photographers.
  • Included Participate in citizen science projects and contribute to meaningful Antarctic research.
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Duration

12 days

Price from

$10,900 USD

Per person, sharing

Based on Oceanview, 11 Nov 26

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