Itinerary
- Day 1
Rio de Janeiro
You'll arrive in Rio de Janeiro and check into your luxury hotel for three nights. After getting settled, head to a local restaurant for a welcome dinner that kicks off your trip.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner at a unique local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Welcome dinner at a unique local restaurant
Landmarks/POIs Christ the Redeemer - Day 2
Rio de Janeiro
This morning you'll walk through downtown Rio's historic neighborhoods, stopping at the Metropolitan Cathedral and the famous Selaron Stairs. Later, take the cogwheel railway up Corcovado Mountain to see Christ the Redeemer. Grab lunch at a Brazilian churrascaria.
- Meals
- Lunch (Brazilian Churrascaria experience)
Included Activities
- Walking tour through downtown Rio
- Visit to Metropolitan Cathedral
- Visit to Selaron Stairs
- Cogwheel railway to Corcovado Mountain
- Visit Christ the Redeemer statue
- Brazilian Churrascaria lunch
Landmarks/POIs Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro Selaron Stairs Corcovado Mountain Christ the Redeemer - Day 3
Rio de Janeiro
Choose between visiting the Botanical Garden to learn about Brazil's plants and wildlife, or doing a historical walking tour of downtown Rio's landmarks. Later, head to Sugarloaf Mountain for sunset where you'll have drinks and tapas dinner while looking out over the city.
- Meals
- Dinner (Local tapas dinner at Sugarloaf Mountain with sunset views)
Included Activities
- Sunset experience at Sugarloaf Mountain
- Local tapas dinner at Sugarloaf Mountain
Optional Activities
- Botanical Garden (Jardim Botânico) - Walk through World Heritage-listed biosphere reserve, learn about its history, admire thousands of plant species and look for monkeys
- Rio, City of Contrast - Walking tour through downtown Rio to see famous sights while hearing stories of the city's history, culture and local lifestyle
Landmarks/POIs Sugarloaf Mountain Jardim Botânico (Rio Botanical Garden) - Day 4
Rio de Janeiro to Iguazu Falls
Fly southwest to Iguazu Falls, one of the world's largest waterfalls on the Brazil-Argentina border. Check into an exclusive resort property inside the Argentinian Iguazu National Park with spacious rooms set in rainforest surroundings.
Included Activities
- Flight to Iguazu Falls
Landmarks/POIs Iguazu Falls - Day 5
Iguazu Falls
Wake early to watch the sun come up over the falls. Spend the morning exploring the Brazilian side with a leisurely tour, walking on pathways surrounded by 275 cascades spread across a four-kilometer crescent. After lunch in the park, take a jet boat ride toward the base of the falls to feel the spray up close.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch with beautiful view inside the National Park)
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing over Iguazu Falls
- Tour of Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls
- Lunch with view inside the National Park
- Jet boat ride toward the base of the falls
Optional Activities
- Optional helicopter flight over Iguazu Falls (additional cost, book on tour)
Landmarks/POIs Iguazu Falls - Brazilian Side - Day 6
Iguazu Falls
Visit the Argentinian side of Iguazu before it opens to the public, where about 80 percent of the falls are located. Walk the pathways between upper and lower falls to get closer to the cliff face, then reach the lookout to see Devil's Throat, the largest waterfall in the system.
Included Activities
- Early morning visit to Argentinian side of Iguazu Falls
- Walk to Devil's Throat lookout
Landmarks/POIs Iguazu Falls - Argentinian Side Devil's Throat - Day 7
Iguazu Falls to Buenos Aires
After one final sunrise over Iguazu Falls, fly south into Argentina and head to Buenos Aires. Transfer to your elegant hotel in La Recoleta neighbourhood for a three-night stay.
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing over Iguazu Falls
- Flight to Buenos Aires
Landmarks/POIs La Recoleta - Day 8
Buenos Aires
Walk around Buenos Aires with a local guide to see the highlights and hidden spots. Check out Casa Rosada (the Pink House), wander through Recoleta's leafy streets and the famous cemetery, then explore La Boca's colorful Caminito with its multicolored houses. This evening, watch Argentine tango at the Gala Tango show with dinner and Argentinian wine.
- Meals
- Dinner (Sumptuous dinner at Gala Tango show with Argentinian wine)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Buenos Aires highlights
- Visit to Casa Rosada
- Exploration of Recoleta neighbourhood
- Visit to Recoleta Cemetery
- Exploration of La Boca and Caminito
- Gala Tango show with dinner and Argentinian wine
Landmarks/POIs Casa Rosada Recoleta Cemetery La Boca Caminito - Day 9
Buenos Aires
Start with breakfast at your hotel's L'Orangerie restaurant. Pick between exploring Buenos Aires' urban art scene with a local artist, or taking a food walking tour to try authentic Argentinian cuisine.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel's L'Orangerie restaurant)
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel's L'Orangerie restaurant
Optional Activities
- Buenos Aires Street Art - Tour with local artist to discover vibrant urban art scene, visit hidden art spots and open-air galleries
- Buenos Aires Culinary Delight - Learn about Argentinian cuisine and authentic flavours, enjoy local restaurants, traditional parrillas (steakhouses) and Argentinian wine
- Day 10
Buenos Aires to Ushuaia
Take an exclusive charter flight to Ushuaia, the world's southernmost city on the shores of Tierra del Fuego. Board your ultra-luxury Discovery Yacht and sail through the Beagle Channel, following Charles Darwin's historic route while taking in snow-capped Andean peaks and Patagonian wilderness.
Included Activities
- Charter flight to Ushuaia
- Boarding of ultra-luxury Discovery Yacht
- Sailing through Beagle Channel with Champagne reception
Landmarks/POIs Beagle Channel Tierra del Fuego - Day 11
Drake Passage
Enjoy breakfast in your suite as the yacht crosses the Drake Passage toward Antarctica. Learn about your Zodiac, helicopter, and submarine expeditions from the Discovery Team. Get your expedition kit including parka, water bottle, and polar boots as you prepare for what's ahead.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast in suite)
Included Activities
- Briefing on expedition activities and equipment
- Introduction to Discovery Team and Polar equipment
- Receipt of expedition kit (parka, water bottle, polar boots)
- Day 12
Antarctic Waters
Enter Antarctic waters and put on your polar parka to head to the Observation Deck for your first look at icebergs. Watch for whale blows in the distance while the Discovery Team shares information. Attend an enrichment lecture about marine and seabird life.
Included Activities
- Iceberg spotting from Observation Deck
- Enrichment lecture on marine and seabird life
- Biosecurity and boot fitting schedule attendance
- Day 13
Antarctica
Wake to icebergs and glacial mountains rising from the ocean. Watch for wandering albatrosses, shearwaters, and giant petrels since Antarctica is great for birdwatching. Your Captain and Discovery Leader will plan daily excursions based on weather, which could include Zodiac cruising, penguin rookeries, historic huts, kayaking, or paddleboarding.
Included Activities
- Zodiac excursions (as weather permits)
- Viewing penguin rookeries (as weather permits)
- Visit to historic huts (as weather permits)
- Kayaking or paddleboarding around icebergs (as weather permits)
- Day 14
Antarctica
Start with freshly squeezed juice and coffee brought to your suite. Head out on Zodiac excursions to explore glaciated bays and pristine landing sites. Trek across the Antarctic wilderness to meet chinstrap, Adelie, and gentoo penguins in small groups for the best environmental experience.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Freshly squeezed juice, barista-made coffee or tea delivered to suite by butler)
Included Activities
- Butler-delivered breakfast to suite
- Zodiac excursions to glaciated bays and channels
- Penguin colony visits and wildlife viewing
- Day 15
Antarctica
Get up close to penguin colonies including Adelie, Chinstrap, Gentoo, and possibly rare Emperor penguins. Watch them waddle and interact while hearing their calls. Encounter majestic whales like minke, humpback, or orca either in a kayak with the team or from your yacht. Ask the Discovery Leader for photography tips.
Included Activities
- Guided penguin colony viewing with Discovery Team
- Whale watching excursions (as wildlife permits)
- Photography guidance from expert Discovery Leader
- Day 16
Antarctica
Cruise past Antarctica's icy mountains before going ashore by Zodiac to explore the polar wilderness. Back on the yacht, enjoy specialty tea or coffee in the Observation Lounge and look through Swarovski telescopes.
Included Activities
- Zodiac tour past icy mountains
- Polar wilderness exploration with ample time ashore
- Specialty tea or coffee in Observation Lounge with Swarovski telescope viewing
- Day 17
Antarctica
Experience the quiet of frozen wilderness where penguin chatter and calving glaciers create unforgettable sounds. Watch glaciers break away and form new icebergs. On board, check out the yacht's lounges and choose from multiple dining options tonight.
- Meals
- Dinner (Choice from up to 10 world-class dining experiences on board)
Included Activities
- Glacier and iceberg viewing
- Observation of glacier calving
- Access to Observation Lounge and yacht facilities
Optional Activities
- Choose from up to 10 world-class dining experiences on board
- Day 18
Antarctica
Relax in the yacht's lounges and share experiences with other travelers. For those interested, try the Polar Plunge into icy waters coordinated by the Expedition Leader. Otherwise, watch and toast with whiskey or hot chocolate. Ride Zodiacs past towering icebergs and step onto untouched snow.
Included Activities
- Zodiac tour past towering icebergs
- Exploration on untouched snow
- Access to Observation Deck and yacht lounges
Optional Activities
- Polar Plunge - Thrilling dive into icy waters with complimentary whiskey or hot chocolate toasts
- Day 19
Drake Passage
Cruise back across the Drake Passage toward South America while reflecting on your Antarctic experiences. Start with a workout in the gym or guided Pilates session. Later, relax in the Scenic Lounge Bar with aged whiskey, fine wine, or French Champagne.
Included Activities
- Access to state-of-the-art gym
- Access to PURE: Yoga & Pilates Studio
- Guided Pilates session
- Scenic Lounge Bar access with complimentary premium beverages
- Day 20
Drake Passage
Book a treatment at the Senses Spa for an ESPA facial, massage, or alternative therapy like Ayurvedic massage or Japanese shiatsu. Relax in the Vitality Lounge after. For your last night on board, dine at Koko's Asian Fusion Sushi or try the teppanyaki-style dining at Night Market at Koko's.
Included Activities
- Access to Vitality Lounge
Optional Activities
- Senses Spa treatments - ESPA facial, massage, Ayurvedic massage, or Japanese shiatsu (additional cost)
- Koko's Asian Fusion Sushi dining with chef viewing (available by onboard reservation)
- Night Market at Koko's - Teppanyaki-style dining (available by onboard reservation)
- Day 21
Ushuaia to Buenos Aires
Say goodbye to your crew and fellow travelers as your journey ends. After a final breakfast on board, disembark in Ushuaia and fly to Buenos Aires, carrying memories of your Antarctic adventure.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Final indulgent breakfast on board)
Included Activities
- Final breakfast on board
- Flight from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires
