Itinerary
- Day 1
Buenos Aires
You'll arrive in Buenos Aires and get settled into your hotel. After that, head out to see the city's architecture starting with Teatro Colón opera house, the pink Casa Rosada, and the National Museum of Fine Arts. From there, walk through La Boca district where you'll find colorful street art, lively markets, and restaurants everywhere. If you're interested, you can catch a tango show in the evening or try some Argentine beef at a local steakhouse for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Teatro Colón
- Visit Casa Rosada
- Visit National Museum of Fine Arts
- Explore La Boca street museum
- Browse La Boca markets and restaurants
- Attend a tango show
- Dinner at an Argentinian steakhouse
Landmarks/POIs Teatro Colón Casa Rosada National Museum of Fine Arts La Boca - Day 2
Buenos Aires to Ushuaia
An early morning flight takes you from Buenos Aires down to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. Once you land, a transfer gets you to the MS Roald Amundsen. You'll collect your expedition jacket, meet the Expedition Team, and explore the hybrid-powered vessel. Later you'll settle into your cabin and have your first meal onboard.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Meet Expedition Team
- Explore MS Roald Amundsen
- Receive expedition jacket
Landmarks/POIs Ushuaia - Day 3
Cape Horn
The cruise heads through the Beagle Channel with dramatic rocky walls dropping straight into icy water. From there, you sail south toward Cape Horn where the Atlantic and Pacific oceans meet, creating powerful swirling waves. Keep watch for Peale's dolphins and other wildlife. If the weather cooperates, you'll attempt to land at Cape Horn and explore this significant seafaring location.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise through Beagle Channel
- Sail to Cape Horn
- Landing at Cape Horn (weather permitting)
Optional Activities
- Wildlife spotting - Peale's dolphins
Landmarks/POIs Beagle Channel Cape Horn - Day 4
Puerto Williams
You'll reach Puerto Williams, another contender for the world's southernmost city. The Martin Gusinde Anthropological Museum has indigenous Yahgan artifacts, maps, and photographs, including a replica of the Yelcho's bow that rescued Shackleton's men in 1916. There's hiking through scenic landscape or kayaking if weather permits. Bring binoculars for spotting seabirds and albatross in the area.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Martin Gusinde Anthropological Museum
Optional Activities
- Guided hiking excursion
- Independent hiking
- Kayaking (weather dependent)
Landmarks/POIs Puerto Williams Martin Gusinde Anthropological Museum - Day 5
Garibaldi Glacier
You'll cruise through Garibaldi Fjord in Alberto de Agostini National Park, traveling up to Garibaldi Glacier where the Andes tumble into the Pacific. Weather permitting, you reach the glacier at the fjord's head, one of Chile's most impressive glaciers with ice breaking off into the water. The UNESCO Biosphere Reserve waters here have seals, sea lions, seabirds, and the impressive Andean Condor.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic cruise in Garibaldi Fjord
- View Garibaldi Glacier (weather permitting)
Optional Activities
- Wildlife spotting - seals, sea lions, seabirds, Andean Condor
Landmarks/POIs Garibaldi Fjord Garibaldi Glacier Alberto de Agostini National Park - Day 6
Magellan Strait
The ship sails north along the Chilean coast through the Magellan Strait, moving through a maze of fjords surrounded by islands, glaciers, and steep mountains. During the day, join the Expedition Team for lectures on pre-Columbian history, local geology, and community folklore. Watch for elephant seals, dolphins, and whales. The onboard photographer will help capture the wildlife and landscapes.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Expert lectures on pre-Columbian history, geology, and local folklore
- Wildlife spotting opportunities
Optional Activities
- Photography assistance from onboard professional photographer
Landmarks/POIs Magellan Strait - Days 7 - 8
Torres del Paine
You'll arrive in Puerto Natales and stay for the night. This adventure hub has options to hike in Torres del Paine National Park, a rugged landscape with steppe, forest, desert, glaciers, and lakes where guanacos, rheas, pumas, Chilean flamingos, and Andean condors live. You can also visit the artisan village at Etherh Aike, tour the Last Hope Distillery, or walk the waterfront with eateries and outdoor shops.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Hiking in Torres del Paine National Park
- Visit artisan village at Etherh Aike
- Gin tour at Last Hope Distillery
- Stroll waterfront and explore eateries, bars, and shops
Landmarks/POIs Puerto Natales Torres del Paine National Park Last Hope Distillery - Day 9
Pio XI Glacier
You'll cruise through Eyre Fjord toward Pio XI Glacier in Bernardo O'Higgins National Park. The forests and waters offer excellent wildlife spotting for sea lions, dolphins, and terns. This glacier is the longest in the Southern Hemisphere outside Antarctica and is unique because it grows up to 50 meters daily while others shrink. Weather permitting, expedition boats launch for a closer view as ice calves into the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise through Eyre Fjord
- View Pio XI Glacier
- Small expedition boat excursion to glacier (weather permitting)
Optional Activities
- Wildlife spotting - sea lions, dolphins, terns
Landmarks/POIs Eyre Fjord Pio XI Glacier Bernardo O'Higgins National Park - Day 10
Puerto Edén
You'll visit Puerto Edén, a village accessible only by sea and set at the end of a deep fjord in Bernardo O'Higgins National Park. The tiny community of 250 residents connects via wooden boardwalks instead of roads. You'll meet some of the last remaining members of the indigenous Kawéska people, designated a Living Human Treasure by UNESCO, and learn about Patagonian culture.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Puerto Edén village
- Meet indigenous Kaw\u00e9skar community members
Landmarks/POIs Puerto Edén Bernardo O'Higgins National Park - Day 11
Caleta Tortel
You'll reach remote Caleta Tortel at the mouth of Rio Baker, Chile's largest river. This village of 500 people connects through wooden boardwalks over water and around the mountain rather than streets. Weather permitting, you can explore the milky blue waters by kayak. There's also the option to tour the village with a local guide, watch folk dancer performances, shop for local handicrafts, and learn about the area's history.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided village tour with local guide
- Kayaking in milky blue waters (weather permitting)
- Folk dancer performances
- Browse local handicrafts
Landmarks/POIs Caleta Tortel Rio Baker - Day 12
Return to Puerto Natales
The cruise heads south toward Puerto Natales, the capital of Última Esperanza. The iceberg-studded waters of Patagonia show different shades of blue from bright aquamarine to deep midnight. Watch for whales, seabirds, and penguins. You can relax in the panoramic sauna, on-deck hot tubs, or pool while eating locally sourced cuisine. The Expedition Team gives lectures on local history and wildlife, with photography tips for landscapes.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Locally sourced cuisine), Dinner (Locally sourced cuisine)
Included Activities
- Expert lectures on local history and wildlife
Optional Activities
- Use of panoramic sauna
- Use of on-deck hot tubs and pool
- Photography assistance from onboard professional photographer
- Wildlife spotting - whales, seabirds, penguins
Landmarks/POIs Puerto Natales Última Esperanza - Day 13
Castro, Chiloé
You'll visit Castro on Chiloé Island, Chile's third oldest city with two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Iglesia San Francisco and Iglesia de Señora de Gracia de Nercón. Photograph the city's colorful palafitos (stilt houses) along the waterfront from nearby hills. Check out the Regional Museum and Museum of Modern Art. If interested, hike into nearby Chiloé National Park with its Valdivian rainforest, spotting sea lions, seabirds, and whales.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Photography of colorful palafitos
- Visit Iglesia San Francisco
- Visit Iglesia de Señora de Gracia de Nercón
- Visit Regional Museum
- Visit Museum of Modern Art
- Hike in Chiloé National Park
Landmarks/POIs Castro Iglesia San Francisco Iglesia de Señora de Gracia de Nercón Regional Museum Museum of Modern Art Chiloé National Park - Day 14
Niebla
You'll come ashore at Niebla, a seaside town on a peninsula with views of Corral Bay and the Valdivia River. Stroll the wide sandy beach and if the Feria Costumbrista market is open, try traditional empanadas, antichuchos, and churros. Explore the ruins of the old Spanish fort and visit its museum to learn about the region's history. Wander around the lighthouse and rusted cannons while enjoying views across the river and bay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Beach stroll
- Visit Feria Costumbrista market (if open)
- Sample traditional empanadas, antichuchos, and churros
- Explore Spanish fort ruins
- Visit fort museum
- Explore lighthouse and cannons
Landmarks/POIs Niebla Corral Bay Valdivia River Feria Costumbrista - Day 15
At Sea to Valparaíso
Your final day at sea brings the ship along the Pacific coast toward Valparaíso. Spend time scanning for seabirds and whales in these waters. Relax in the pool, sauna, or spa, and join the Expedition Team for a recap of your Patagonian experiences. Visit the Science Center to ask final questions about wildlife and landscape observations, or help finish any Citizen Science projects.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Expedition recap from Expedition Team
- Access to Science Center
Optional Activities
- Use of pool, sauna, and spa
- Wildlife spotting - terns and whales
- Complete Citizen Science project observations
Landmarks/POIs Pacific Coast, Chile - Day 16
Valparaíso
Your South American Pacific Coast expedition ends in Valparaíso, known as the Jewel of the Pacific. Built on steep hillsides overlooking the ocean, this UNESCO-listed city has winding alleyways, colorful houses, and lively markets full of local produce. Ride the funicular up to Cerro Alegre and Concepción neighborhoods for city views. If you want more adventures, an optional Post-Program includes a tour to Easter Island and Rapa Nui National Park.
Optional Activities
- Explore winding alleyways and barrios
- Browse colorful houses and local mercados
- Funicular ride to Cerro Alegre
- Funicular ride to Concepción
- Optional Post-Program tour to Easter Island
Landmarks/POIs Valparaíso Cerro Alegre Concepción Rapa Nui National Park
