Itinerary
- Day 1
Santiago to Valparaíso
You'll arrive in Santiago and head to Valparaíso, the colorful port city known for its World Heritage status. Once you board the Scenic Eclipse, settle into your suite and then join other guests at the Sky Bar to kick off the expedition voyage.
Included Activities
- Board Scenic Eclipse and meet Captain and crew
- Explore your luxurious all-verandah suite
- Welcome gathering at the Sky Bar with Champagne toast
Optional Activities
- Explore Valparaíso's bohemian streets, street art, and brightly painted hillside buildings
- Visit casual eateries and bars for craft beer or piscola
- Ride the funiculars through the maze-like city
Landmarks/POIs Valparaíso - Day 2
At Sea
Wake up in your suite with ocean sounds, then enjoy breakfast either delivered by your butler or at the Yacht Club with other passengers. During the morning, the Discovery Team gives an introductory presentation covering the polar expedition, Zodiac excursions, and what's ahead.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast in suite or at the alfresco Yacht Club)
Included Activities
- Introductory presentation about polar expedition by Discovery Team
- Learn about Zodiac and Discovery Excursion operations
- Theatre shows, lectures, movies, and documentaries
- Evening world-class entertainment performances
Optional Activities
- Request butler breakfast delivery to suite
- Meet fellow guests at the alfresco Yacht Club
- Day 3
Niebla and Valdivia
You'll arrive in Niebla to see the 17th century fortress, then head to nearby Valdivia to walk around this beautiful waterfront city. Afterward, relax in your suite or at the Scenic Bar Lounge, and later choose from several dining options for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Choice of up to 10 world-class dining experiences)
Included Activities
- Visit Niebla Fortress (17th century)
- Explore Valdivia waterfront city
Optional Activities
- Relax in spacious suite
- Visit Scenic Bar Lounge with over 130 whiskey varieties
- Dine at one of up to 10 culinary experiences
Landmarks/POIs Niebla Fortress Valdivia - Day 4
Puerto Montt
The ship docks in Puerto Montt, a gateway to the Andean Alps and Patagonian fjords. You spend the day at leisure on board with optional fitness and wellness activities if you're interested.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Puerto Montt town
- Workout at the gym
- Pilates class at the studio
- Guided stretching or aerial yoga session
Landmarks/POIs Puerto Montt - Day 5
Castro, Chiloé
Visit Castro on Chiloé island, where you'll see the World Heritage wooden churches and natural fjord landscapes. Check out penguin colonies in the area, walk through the city streets, and try local Chiloé potato dishes and other regional specialties.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Castro city and its World Heritage-listed churches
- View penguin colonies (Magellanic and Humboldt penguins)
- Explore Chiloé National Park (accessible from Castro)
- Sample local Chiloé cuisine and potatoes
Landmarks/POIs Castro Chiloé National Park - Day 6
At Sea
This is a relaxation day at sea where you can spend time in your spacious suite, chat with Polar Discovery Team members to learn more about what's coming, or relax in a cabana on Deck 10 watching the scenery pass by.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Conversations with Polar Discovery Team members (geologists, historians, ornithologists, marine biologists, glaciologists)
Optional Activities
- Relax in spacious suite
- Watch scenery from cabana on Deck 10
- Relax on private suite verandah
- Day 7
Inner Fjords and English Narrows
You'll cruise through the Inner Fjords and English Narrows to Puerto Eden, the only settlement inside the Chilean Inside Passage. See Pio XI Glacier, which is expanding daily, and learn about ancient Mapuche culture from the Discovery Team.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise through Inner Fjords and English Narrows
- Visit Puerto Eden settlement
- View Pio XI Glacier (Bruggen Glacier)
- Learn about ancient Mapuche culture
- Navigate wooden boardwalks and see native wildlife
Landmarks/POIs Puerto Eden Pio XI Glacier Bernardo O'Higgins National Park - Day 8
Strait of Magellan
Cruise the historic Strait of Magellan connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, the primary passage for shipping before the Panama Canal opened. The expert Polar Discovery Team shares maritime history while you spot wildlife from the Observation Deck.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise the historic Strait of Magellan
- Learn maritime history from Polar Discovery Team
- Wildlife spotting from Observation Deck
- Scenic viewing and educational presentations
Optional Activities
- Relax with specialty tea or coffee in Scenic Lounge
Landmarks/POIs Strait of Magellan - Day 9
Punta Arenas
Arrive in Punta Arenas at Chile's southern tip, the gateway to Antarctica and Torres del Paine. Explore the city's clean air and European architecture, then head to nearby Magdalena Island to see Magellanic penguin colonies. Back on the yacht, spa treatments are available.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Punta Arenas city
- View Magellanic penguin colonies on Magdalena Island
Optional Activities
- Kayaking activities
- Book spa treatment at Senses Spa
- ESPA facial
- Ayurvedic massage
- Tibetan bowl sound healing
- Japanese shiatsu therapy
Landmarks/POIs Punta Arenas Magdalena Island Strait of Magellan - Day 10
Chilean Fjords
Navigate through the Chilean Fjords with its steep cliffs, glacier-carved channels, and islands. From the Observation Deck, you'll see towering peaks, waterfalls, and dense forests. Watch for elephant seals, dolphins, and whales using complimentary binoculars.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Navigate Chilean Fjords
- View from Observation Deck with commanding bow view
- Scenic viewing of peaks, waterfalls, and forests
- Wildlife spotting (elephant seals, dolphins, whales)
- Use of complimentary binoculars
Landmarks/POIs Chilean Fjords - Day 11
Seno Garibaldi and Seno Pia Glacier
See Seno Garibaldi, one of few advancing glaciers globally, and cruise to Seno Pia Glacier to check out ice crevasses and rivers. This World Heritage Biosphere Reserve has seals, sea lions, seabirds, and Andean condors. Relax in a cabana or have afternoon tea on your verandah.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- View Seno Garibaldi glacier
- Cruise to Seno Pia Glacier
- Explore ice crevasses and glacial rivers
- Wildlife viewing (seals, sea lions, seabirds, Andean condor)
Optional Activities
- Relax in cabana on Deck 10
- Request afternoon tea in suite on private verandah
Landmarks/POIs Seno Garibaldi Seno Pia Glacier - Day 12
Cape Horn and Beagle Channel
Cruise through Cape Horn where the Atlantic and Pacific meet at South America's southernmost point. You'll watch for sea lions, penguins, and whales in sometimes rough waters, then cruise the scenic Beagle Channel with dramatic Andean mountain backdrops.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Optional dining at Sushi @ Koko's)
Included Activities
- Cruise through Cape Horn
- View Atlantic and Pacific Ocean meeting point
- Wildlife spotting (sea lions, penguins, whales)
- Cruise Beagle Channel
- Scenic Andean mountain views
Optional Activities
- Dine at Sushi @ Koko's with new friends
- Stay up late at the bar
- Relax in the library before bed
Landmarks/POIs Cape Horn Beagle Channel - Day 13
Ushuaia
Arrive in Ushuaia, the 'end of the world' destination on the Beagle Channel with vibrant colors and snow-capped peaks. Monte Olivia commands attention here, and this serves as your gateway to the Antarctic Peninsula.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Ushuaia city
- View Monte Olivia
- Discover natural wonders
Landmarks/POIs Ushuaia Monte Olivia Beagle Channel - Day 14
Ushuaia to Antarctic Waters
Get familiar with the Discovery Yacht and its facilities, including the Sky Bar on Deck 10 and Senses Spa on Deck 6. The Discovery Team presents details about your polar expedition ahead. Later, evening entertainment happens and you'll prepare for your first Antarctic landing.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Discovery Yacht facilities
- Visit Sky Bar on Deck 10
- Visit Senses Spa on Deck 6 with steam rooms, saunas, and Salt Therapy Lounge
- Introductory presentation about polar expedition by Discovery Team
- State-of-the-art theatre productions
- Guidance on 18-20 hours of daylight
- Preparation for first Antarctic landing
Optional Activities
- Attend evening entertainment shows
- Day 15
Falkland Islands
You'll arrive in the remote Falkland Islands, a wildlife haven with the world's largest Gentoo penguin population plus King, Magellanic, and Rockhopper penguins. See black-browed albatross and endemic birds like Cobb's wren. The expert Discovery Team provides insights throughout.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- View Gentoo penguin colonies (world's largest population)
- View King penguins
- View Magellanic penguins
- View Rockhopper penguins
- Wildlife viewing (black-browed albatross, Cobb's wren, Falkland's flightless steamer duck)
Optional Activities
- Zodiac cruising
- Shore landings to view penguin rookeries
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Helicopter excursion (at additional cost)
- Submersible excursion (at additional cost)
Landmarks/POIs Falkland Islands - Day 16
Stanley, Falkland Islands
Visit Stanley, the Falkland Islands capital, subject to weather and operational conditions. Explore this unique British outpost with colonial history, see Christ Church Cathedral with its whalebone arch, grab a pint at an English pub, and dine at Sushi @ Koko's.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Optional dining at Sushi @ Koko's)
Included Activities
- Visit Stanley capital
- Explore British colonial architecture
- Visit Christ Church Cathedral with whalebone arch
Optional Activities
- Browse local shops
- Share a pint at an English pub
- Dine at Sushi @ Koko's
- Attend theatre entertainment
- Nightcap at Scenic Lounge Bar
Landmarks/POIs Stanley Christ Church Cathedral - Day 17
At Sea
Start with freshly squeezed juice, barista-made coffee, or tea delivered by your butler. Try wellness activities like gym, Pilates, stretching, or aerial yoga. Book a spa treatment, then unwind at the Scenic Lounge Bar with premium beverages including over 130 whiskeys.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Freshly squeezed juice, barista-made coffee or tea delivered to suite)
Included Activities
- Butler service with breakfast delivery
- Fitness activities (gym, Pilates, stretching, aerial yoga)
Optional Activities
- Book spa treatment at Senses Spa
- ESPA facial or massage
- Alternative therapies (Ayurvedic massage)
- Enjoy premium beverages at Scenic Lounge Bar
- Sample top shelf spirits and French Champagne
- Browse over 130 whiskey varieties
- Day 18
Cruising to South Georgia
Enjoy specialty tea or coffee in the Observation Lounge while looking through Swarovski telescopes. Pick from up to 10 dining experiences and socialize with other guests. Dine at casual Azure Bar & Café or elegant Elements, then catch an evening theatre performance.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Casual lunch at Azure Bar & Café), Dinner (Elegant dinner at Elements)
Included Activities
- Specialty tea or coffee service in Observation Lounge
- Viewing through Swarovski telescopes
Optional Activities
- Casual lunch at Azure Bar & Café
- Elegant dinner at Elements
- Choose from up to 10 dining experiences
- Theatre performance
- Nightcap in suite
- Day 19
South Georgia
Land at Stromness, the deserted whaling village where Sir Ernest Shackleton finished his famous 36-hour mountain crossing. Head to Fortuna Bay with panoramic views of jagged peaks and Konig Glacier. Explore by Zodiac, kayak, paddleboard, or hiking with your Discovery Team.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Land at Stromness whaling village
- View Konig Glacier at Fortuna Bay
- Guided Discovery Excursions (Zodiacs, kayaks, paddleboards, self-pace hikes)
Optional Activities
- Submersible excursion (at additional cost)
Landmarks/POIs Stromness Fortuna Bay Konig Glacier - Day 20
Grytviken, South Georgia
Pay respects at Sir Ernest Shackleton's final resting place in Grytviken settlement. See remnants of old whaling stations with ships rusting in the bay. Explore the landscape on Zodiacs, kayaks, paddleboards, or via submersible experience with the Discovery Team.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Shackleton's grave in Grytviken
- View old whaling station remnants
- Guided Discovery Excursions (Zodiacs, kayaks, paddleboards)
Optional Activities
- Submersible excursion (at additional cost)
Landmarks/POIs Grytviken - Day 21
Cooper Bay, South Georgia
At South Georgia's southern tip, watch giant petrels and brown skuas soar overhead and playful fur seals in underwater kelp forests. Climb a short steep hill to find a macaroni penguin colony hidden in tussock grasses. Explore by Zodiac, kayak, or paddleboard.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- View giant petrels and brown skuas
- View fur seals and kelp forests
- Visit macaroni penguin colony
- Guided Discovery Excursions (Zodiacs, kayaks, paddleboards)
Landmarks/POIs Cooper Bay - Day 22
At Sea to Antarctic
This relaxation day at sea lets you prepare for your first Antarctic landing. The Discovery Team provides practical information and insights about what's ahead. Visit the bridge to learn about the yacht's technical abilities under the Captain's open bridge policy.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Discovery Team presentation and preparation for Antarctic landing
- Bridge visits and education
Optional Activities
- Relax in spacious suite
- Visit the bridge to learn about yacht operations and view wildlife
- Day 23
Antarctic Waters
You'll enter Antarctic waters wearing your complimentary polar parka. Head to the Observation Deck and search for icebergs as excitement builds. Watch for whale blows with expert Discovery Team guidance. Evening dining options include French cuisine at Lumière or Asian fusion at Koko's.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Choice of fine French cuisine at Lumière or Asian fusion at Koko's, or suite dining)
Included Activities
- Enter Antarctic waters
- Iceberg spotting from Observation Deck
- Whale spotting
- Expert polar Discovery Team insights
Optional Activities
- Fine French cuisine at Lumière
- Asian fusion dining at Koko's
- Suite dining with butler service
- Day 24
Antarctica
Slide open your verandah suite doors to view icebergs and glacial mountains rising from the ocean. See incredible wildlife: graceful seals, majestic whales, and penguin colonies. Antarctica has over 40 bird species including wandering albatrosses, shearwaters, and giant petrels.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Iceberg viewing from verandah suite
- Wildlife viewing (seals, whales, penguins)
- Birdwatching (40+ species including wandering albatrosses, shearwaters, giant petrels)
Optional Activities
- Zodiac excursions
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Shore landings at penguin rookeries
- Helicopter excursion (at additional cost)
- Submersible excursion (at additional cost)
Landmarks/POIs Antarctica - Day 25
Brown Bluff and Kinnes Cove
Experience Brown Bluff with its towering canyon walls, dramatic boulders, and ice-capped volcanic formations. Visit Kinnes Cove across Antarctic Sound with striking red Madder Cliffs. Spot Gentoo penguins in their natural habitat. Daily Discovery excursions use Zodiacs, kayaks, paddleboards, helicopters, or submersibles.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Brown Bluff
- Visit Kinnes Cove
- View Madder Cliffs
- Gentoo penguin viewing
- Zodiac cruising
- Penguin rookery viewing
- Iceberg kayaking and paddleboarding
- Listen to ice cracking and whales feeding
Optional Activities
- Helicopter excursion (at additional cost)
- Submersible excursion (at additional cost)
Landmarks/POIs Brown Bluff Kinnes Cove Antarctic Sound Madder Cliffs - Day 26
Snow Hill Island
Book a helicopter excursion to visit Snow Hill Island, home to around 10,000 Emperor penguins, one of only two Peninsula colonies. Walk 1.5 kilometers with your Discovery Team including an ornithologist. Emperor penguins are only present at the start of Antarctic season.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Zodiac excursions
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Shore landings
Optional Activities
- Helicopter excursion to Snow Hill Island with Emperor penguin colony viewing (additional cost)
- Submersible excursion (at additional cost)
Landmarks/POIs Snow Hill Island Weddell Sea - Day 27
Antarctic Penguin Colonies and Whales
The expert Discovery Team guides you to see Adélie, Chinstrap, Gentoo, and rare Emperor penguin colonies up close. Hear their calls and watch them waddle and interact. Encounter majestic whales like minke, humpback, or orca from the yacht, Zodiac, kayak, or paddleboard at their level.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Penguin colony viewing (Adélie, Chinstrap, Gentoo, Emperor penguins)
- Whale viewing (minke, humpback, Orca)
- Zodiac excursions
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Shore landings
Optional Activities
- Helicopter excursion (at additional cost)
- Submersible excursion (at additional cost)
Landmarks/POIs Antarctica - Day 28
Polar Plunge
The polar plunge is a rite of passage where you can jump into Antarctic waters if you choose. Feel the adrenaline, then experience an invigorating sensation. If you skip it, watch from a good spot and join others for hot chocolate or whiskey afterward.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Polar plunge opportunity (optional)
- Marine setup for plunge
Optional Activities
- Jump into Antarctic waters
- Watch fellow plungers and warm up with hot chocolate or whiskey
- Day 29
Drake Passage
Cruise the Drake Passage back to South America's southern tip. Reflect on magical moments in the Southern Ocean. Curl up in a private cabana on Deck 10 with a book or meet friends for coffee or wine in the Observation Lounge, watching endless ocean horizons.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise Drake Passage
Optional Activities
- Relax in private cabanas on Deck 10
- Coffee or wine service in Observation Lounge
- Panoramic window viewing
Landmarks/POIs Drake Passage - Day 30
Final Day at Sea
This is your final day on the Discovery Yacht. Return to favorite spots for one last spa treatment or yoga and Pilates class. Share lunch and photos with new friends, recalling favorite Antarctic memories. Toast to the voyage at the Scenic Lounge Bar before arriving in Ushuaia late evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch with new friends), Dinner
Optional Activities
- Spa treatment at Senses Spa
- Yoga and Pilates class at PURE Studio
- Final lunch with new friends
- Evening celebration at Scenic Lounge Bar with aged whiskey or premium wine
Landmarks/POIs Ushuaia Tierra del Fuego - Day 31
Ushuaia to Buenos Aires
Disembark after breakfast in Ushuaia. Take your included transfer flight to Buenos Aires where your journey concludes. You'll depart with memories of an unforgettable Antarctic expedition.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast on board)
Included Activities
- Breakfast on board
- Disembark in Ushuaia
- Included transfer flight to Buenos Aires
Landmarks/POIs Ushuaia Buenos Aires
