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Beyond AntarcticaExtraordinary destinations to add to your Antarctica cruise
Travel with the Latin America and Polar Specialists
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ICONS OF LATIN AMERICA MAP
MACHU PICCHUMaybe it was a ceremonial site, or perhaps it was a
royal estate of a reigning Inca. Machu Picchu's original intended purpose remains a mystery to this day.
CUSCOCusco has been a thriving settlement for over
a thousand years and is considered one of the oldest cities in the Americas.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDSThe Galapagos is easily one of the most bio-diverse places on Earth.
RIO DE JANEIROChrist the Redeemer
statue on the top of Corcovado Mountain is
one of the most recognised landmarks of Rio.
BRAZIL
CHILE
MEXICO
Medellin
Caracas
Canaima
Georgetown
Quito
Guayaquil
Lima
CuscoNazcaPuerto Maldonado
Easter Island
Chachapoyas
Trujillo
IquitosTabatinga Manaus
Fortaleza
Recife
BrasiliaLa Paz
Uyuni
Buenos Aires
Puerto Montt
Bariloche
Puerto Madryn
El Calafate
Puerto Natales
Punta Arenas
Bogota
Rio de JaneiroSao Paulo
Iguazu Falls
Pantanal
Asuncion
AtacamaSalta
Mendoza
Ushuaia
Stanley
Mexico City
Acapulco Villahermosa
Cancun
Tikal
Cartagena
Antigua
Tijuana
Copper Canyon
Guatemala City
San Jose
CUBA
BOLIVIA
PARAGUAY
COLOMBIA
VENEZUELA
GUYANA
SURINAMEECUADOR
PUERTO RICO
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
LAKE TITICACAWith its sapphire waters and jaw-dropping background of snow-capped Andes, Lake
Titicaca is hauntingly beautiful.
UYUNI SALT FLATSWith its never-ending sparkling horizon, the
mesmerising Uyuni Salt Flats are one of South America’s most astonishing sites.
ATACAMA DESERTThe Atacama Desert is one of Latin America’s
most awe-inspiring attractions. Renowned as the world’s driest place outside of the Polar
regions, it is a destination of immense beauty.
IGUAZU FALLSConsisting of 275 separate waterfalls,
which create a curtain of water over 2.7km in length, Iguazu drops an astonishing 1.75
cubic metres of water per second.
BUENOS AIRESBuenos Aires is Argentina's capital city and
the birthplace of the tango.
FALKLAND ISLANDSThe rugged Falkland Islands with their cliff-lined coastline, are home to a vast array of birds.
PATAGONIAPatagonia is revered as a nature lover’s
ultimate playground, with its towering granite peaks, lakes, rivers, verdant forests
and over 500 species of wildlife.
HAVANAHavana is the capital and largest city of the island nation of
Cuba. It was first established in 1514.
BELIZE BLUE HOLEThe Great Blue Hole is a part of the larger Belize
barrier reef system, and is a World Heritage Site.
PERITO MORENO GLACIERLocated in Argentina's Los Glaciares National Park, the Perito Moreno Glacier is one of the world's few advancing glaciers.
CHICHEN ITZAThe term Chichen Itza means ‘the mouth at the well of Itza’. It is believed Itza means ‘water magicians’, deriving from the Mayan Itz for ‘magic’ and á for ‘water’
BELIZE
NICARAGUA
ANTARCTIC PENINSULAAntarctica’s mountainous landscapes,
glimmering glaciers and imposing icebergs are truly breathtaking.
VOLCANOES OF COSTA RICAPart of the Pacific Ring of Fire, Costa Rica is home to 6 active volcanoes and 60 dormant ones. Arenal is the most famous
with its picture-perfect cone.CARTAGENA
Cartagena is Colombia’s architecturalcrown jewel and an absolute delight to explore.
SUB-ANTARCTICS The most remarkable thing
about these islands is that they contain almost half of the
world’s king penguin population.
SOUTH GEORGIA This 'oasis' in the southern ocean overflows with incredible wildlife including penguins and seals.
ANDES MOUNTAIN RANGEThe Andes crosses seven countries:
Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuela.
Merida
Panama City
PERU
Arequipa Puno
SantiagoValparaiso
Havana
Belem
Salvador
Cordoba
ARGENTINA
THE AMAZONThe Amazon river & rainforest
are home to 30% of our planet’s flora and fauna.
URUGUAY
PANAMA
Playa del Carmen Trinidad
FRENCHGUIANA
The Antarctic region holds over 90% of the world’s iceberg
mass and it is also home to the largest icebergs of all.
COSTA RICA
58
Perito Moreno Glacier
HONDURAS
EL SALVADORPANAMA CANAL
The idea for a canal across Panama dates back to the 16th century.
Lake Titicaca
FALKLAND ISLANDS
SOUTH GEORGIA
ANTARCTICA
58
ICONS OF LATIN AMERICA MAP
MACHU PICCHUMaybe it was a ceremonial site, or perhaps it was a
royal estate of a reigning Inca. Machu Picchu's original intended purpose remains a mystery to this day.
CUSCOCusco has been a thriving settlement for over
a thousand years and is considered one of the oldest cities in the Americas.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDSThe Galapagos is easily one of the most bio-diverse places on Earth.
RIO DE JANEIROChrist the Redeemer
statue on the top of Corcovado Mountain is
one of the most recognised landmarks of Rio.
BRAZIL
CHILE
MEXICO
Medellin
Caracas
Canaima
Georgetown
Quito
Guayaquil
Lima
CuscoNazcaPuerto Maldonado
Easter Island
Chachapoyas
Trujillo
IquitosTabatinga Manaus
Fortaleza
Recife
BrasiliaLa Paz
Uyuni
Buenos Aires
Puerto Montt
Bariloche
Puerto Madryn
El Calafate
Puerto Natales
Punta Arenas
Bogota
Rio de JaneiroSao Paulo
Iguazu Falls
Pantanal
Asuncion
AtacamaSalta
Mendoza
Ushuaia
Stanley
Mexico City
Acapulco Villahermosa
Cancun
Tikal
Cartagena
Antigua
Tijuana
Copper Canyon
Guatemala City
San Jose
CUBA
BOLIVIA
PARAGUAY
COLOMBIA
VENEZUELA
GUYANA
SURINAMEECUADOR
PUERTO RICO
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
LAKE TITICACAWith its sapphire waters and jaw-dropping background of snow-capped Andes, Lake
Titicaca is hauntingly beautiful.
UYUNI SALT FLATSWith its never-ending sparkling horizon, the
mesmerising Uyuni Salt Flats are one of South America’s most astonishing sites.
ATACAMA DESERTThe Atacama Desert is one of Latin America’s
most awe-inspiring attractions. Renowned as the world’s driest place outside of the Polar
regions, it is a destination of immense beauty.
IGUAZU FALLSConsisting of 275 separate waterfalls,
which create a curtain of water over 2.7km in length, Iguazu drops an astonishing 1.75
cubic metres of water per second.
BUENOS AIRESBuenos Aires is Argentina's capital city and
the birthplace of the tango.
FALKLAND ISLANDSThe rugged Falkland Islands with their cliff-lined coastline, are home to a vast array of birds.
PATAGONIAPatagonia is revered as a nature lover’s
ultimate playground, with its towering granite peaks, lakes, rivers, verdant forests
and over 500 species of wildlife.
HAVANAHavana is the capital and largest city of the island nation of
Cuba. It was first established in 1514.
BELIZE BLUE HOLEThe Great Blue Hole is a part of the larger Belize
barrier reef system, and is a World Heritage Site.
PERITO MORENO GLACIERLocated in Argentina's Los Glaciares National Park, the Perito Moreno Glacier is one of the world's few advancing glaciers.
CHICHEN ITZAThe term Chichen Itza means ‘the mouth at the well of Itza’. It is believed Itza means ‘water magicians’, deriving from the Mayan Itz for ‘magic’ and á for ‘water’
BELIZE
NICARAGUA
ANTARCTIC PENINSULAAntarctica’s mountainous landscapes,
glimmering glaciers and imposing icebergs are truly breathtaking.
VOLCANOES OF COSTA RICAPart of the Pacific Ring of Fire, Costa Rica is home to 6 active volcanoes and 60 dormant ones. Arenal is the most famous
with its picture-perfect cone.CARTAGENA
Cartagena is Colombia’s architecturalcrown jewel and an absolute delight to explore.
SUB-ANTARCTICS The most remarkable thing
about these islands is that they contain almost half of the
world’s king penguin population.
SOUTH GEORGIA This 'oasis' in the southern ocean overflows with incredible wildlife including penguins and seals.
ANDES MOUNTAIN RANGEThe Andes crosses seven countries:
Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuela.
Merida
Panama City
PERU
Arequipa Puno
SantiagoValparaiso
Havana
Belem
Salvador
Cordoba
ARGENTINA
THE AMAZONThe Amazon river & rainforest
are home to 30% of our planet’s flora and fauna.
URUGUAY
PANAMA
Playa del Carmen Trinidad
FRENCHGUIANA
The Antarctic region holds over 90% of the world’s iceberg
mass and it is also home to the largest icebergs of all.
COSTA RICA
58
Perito Moreno Glacier
HONDURAS
EL SALVADORPANAMA CANAL
The idea for a canal across Panama dates back to the 16th century.
Lake Titicaca
FALKLAND ISLANDS
SOUTH GEORGIA
ANTARCTICA
Beyond AntarcticaMake the most of your adventure to Antarctica and explore other extraordinary destinations in South America. We strongly suggest adding a stopover in Buenos Aires as a bare minimum to your Antarctica journey to make sure you have enough time to adjust to your jet lag. In addition to this stopover, we’ve provided you with our top pick itineraries to add on to your Antarctic cruise.
Dynamic, sophisticated, irresistible: Buenos Aires is special. An original combination of a European city’s atmosphere with the charm of a Latin American town, the ‘Paris of the South’, the capital of Tango, a city that never sleeps. A vibrant, historic gem.
Suggested ItineraryDay 1: Arrive in Buenos Aires. Day 2: Buenos Aires city tour, evening Tango Show and dinner. Day 3: Visit a traditional Estancia. Day 4: Depart Buenos Aires for your onward destination.
DISCOVERBUENOS AIRES
3 NIGHTS - 4 DAYS FROM AU$8,200pp* DEPARTS: DAILY
From Buenos Aires’ tango shows and eclectic neighbourhoods to the surreal, southern city of Ushuaia, heed the call of the wild and visit Argentina for a taste of adventure! Suggested ItineraryDay 1: Arrive in Buenos Aires. Day 2: Buenos Aires city tour. Day 3: Fly to El Calafate. Day 4: Visit Perito Moreno Glacier. Day 5: Explore Estancia Nibepo Aike. Day 6: Fly to Ushuaia. Day 7: Depart Ushuaia for your onward destination.
6 NIGHTS - 7 DAYS DEPARTS: Sep - Apr
Join us on this wonderful journey from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires. Marvel at the mighty Iguazu Falls, experience the cosmopolitan city of Buenos Aires and the beaches and vibrancy of Rio de Janeiro.
Suggested Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Rio de Janeiro. Day 2: Full Day Corcovado & Sugar Loaf with lunch. Day 3: Free day in Rio. Day 4: Fly to Iguazu and visit the Brazilian Falls. Day 5: Visit the Argentinian Falls. Day 6: Fly to Buenos Aires. Day 7: Buenos Aires City Tour. Evening Tango Show & Dinner. Day 8: Visit San Isidro & Tiger Delta. Day 9: Depart Buenos Aires for onward destination .
8 NIGHTS - 9 DAYS FROM AU$8,20pp* DEPARTS: DAILY
Accommodation Options Standard Superior Deluxe
Accommodation Options Standard Superior Deluxe
FROM RIO TO BUENOS AIRES
Accommodation Options Standard Superior Deluxe
BUENOS AIRES TOTHE END OF THE WORLD
Discover the highlights of Santiago - Chile’s historic yet cosmopolitan capital city and the cultural centre of the country. A day trip from Santiago takes you to the Casablanca Valley where some of Chile’s finest cool climate wines are produced, before you explore World Heritage Listed Valparaiso, Chile’s oldest port.
Suggested Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Santiago. Day 2: Santiago Panoramic City Tour. Day 3: Full Day Valparaiso & Casablanca valley. Day 4: Depart Santiago for your onward destination.
3 NIGHTS - 4 DAYS FROM AU$8 ,200p DEPARTS: DAILY
CHILE
The city of Santiago is worth a visit. Chile’s capital and largest city, lies in a valley surrounded by the snow-capped mountains of the Andes and the Chilean Coastal Range.
DISCOVERSANTIAGO
ALTO ATACAMA
AWASI
TIERRA ATACAMA
3 NIGHTS - 4 DAYS AVAILABLE ALL YEAR ROUND
SUGGESTED STAY: 3 NIGHTS - 4 DAYS AVAILABLE ALL YEAR ROUND
Accommodation Options Standard Superior Deluxe
SUGGESTED STAY: 3 NIGHTS - 4 DAYS AVAILABLE ALL YEAR ROUND
Tierra Atacama Hotel sits on a bluff where the South American pampa meets Lake Sarmiento. The hotel was designed to have minimum impact on the land, preserving the original adobe walls that are part of the history of San Pedro de Atacama.
InclusionsTours, all-inclusive accommodation, airport transfers. Difficulty rating: Light adventure.
Accommodation Deluxe
Have you ever dreamed of paradise, tucked away in an oasis in the desert under clear blue skies? Awasi isn't far from that dream. It is the only hotel in South America that offers a service tailored 100% to your needs. Whether you want a romantic getaway, an unforgettable adventure or to immerse yourself in the fascinating local culture, Awasi can provide all this and more.
InclusionsTours, all-inclusive accommodation, airport transfers. Difficulty rating: Light adventure (high altitude in some areas).
Accommodation Deluxe
The luxurious Alto Atacama Desert Lodge & Spa is blessed with a spectacular and private location. Tucked away in a valley of scenic beauty, in the shadow of the Pukara de Quitor ruins, it is the perfect base for exploring the desert. The 42 rooms are simple yet elegant. Choose from a range of excursions led by highly trained local guides.
InclusionsTours, all-inclusive accommodation, airport transfers. Difficulty rating: Light adventure (high altitude in some areas).
Accommodation Deluxe
See the highlights of the spectacular Patagonia region on this 7-day journey starting from Chile’s capital city. With a combination of guided activities and free time, this itinerary allows you to make the most of your time in Patagonia.
Suggested ItineraryDay 1: Arrive in Santiago. Day 2: Fly to Punta Arenas and transfer to Torres del Paine National Park. Day 3 & 4 : Explore Torres del Paine National Park. Day 5: Fly to El Calafate. Day 6: Visit Perito Moreno Glacier. Day 7: Depart El Calafate for your onward destination.
6 NIGHTS - 7 DAYS DEPARTS: Sep-Apr
SUGGESTED STAY 3 NIGHTS - 4 DAYS DEPARTS: Sep-Apr
PATAGONIADelve into the rugged and picturesque landscape of Patagonia, the most southern region of South America, and experience the stunning wildlife of Chile and Argentina.
Take on the challenge of the W Trek, one of the world’s great treks. A mind-blowing run of twisted volcanic peaks, tumbling glaciers and aquamarine lakes, it zigzags across the Cordillera del Paine like a giant W.
Suggested Itinerary Day 1: Transfer from Punta Arenas to EcoCamp. Days 2: Valle Frances Day 3: Glacier Grey. Day 4: Torres del Plaine. Day 5: Farewell to Torres del Plaine.
TIERRA PATAGONIA
W-TREK
HOTEL LAS TORRES
Suggested stay 3 NIGHTS - 4 DAYS DEPARTS: Sep-Apr
4 NIGHTS - 5 DAYS DEPARTURES : Sep-Apr
Hotel Las Torres is ideally situated in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park and is the only working cattle farm inside the park. Their all-inclusive programs offer the best of untamed Patagonia.
Suggested Itinerary Day 1: Transfer by road to Hotel Las Torres. Days 2-3: Each day choose from a selection of activities including hiking, horseback riding, van or motorboat excursions. You will be accompanied by a bilingual guide in groups of no more than 10. Day 4: Depart for your onward journey.Accommodation Superior
Tierra Patagonia Hotel & Spa sits on a bluff where the South American pampa meets Lake Sarmiento. The building is immersed in the landscape and emerges from the hillside. The architecture complements the flow of the geology and showcases the stunning views of Torres del Paine.
Suggested Itinerary Day 1: Transfer to Torres del Paine National Park. Days 2-3: Choose from a wide selection of excursions that allow for discovery of culture, wildlife and dramatic scenery. Day 4: Depart for your onward destination.Accommodation Deluxe
HIGHLIGHTS OF PATAGONIA
Start your highlights journey of this wonderful country in Lima, located on the Pacific Ocean, before flying to Puno on the shores of Lake Titicaca. Travel through the famous scenery of the Altiplano to the capital of the ancient Incan Empire, Cusco and explore the incredible Machu Picchu ruins.
Suggested ItineraryDay 1: Arrive in Lima . Day 2: Lima City Tour. Day 3:Fly to Juliaca Airport and transfert to Puno . Day 4 : Uros & Taquille Islands tour in Lake Titicaca. Day 5: Travel to Cusco by bus. Day 6: Cusco City Tour. Day 7: Sacred Valley Full Day Tour, and train to Machu Picchu Town. Day 8: Visit the ruins of Machu Picchu and return to Cusco. Day 9: Depart Cusco for your onward destination.
8 NIGHTS - 9 DAYS DEPARTS: DAILY
SOUTH AMERICAFrom short stopovers in Peru, to longer all-encompassing South America itineraries, we can do it all.So, why not extend your Antarctica journey to include South America and Live for today !
4 DAY OR 5 DAY CRUISES DEPARTS: ONCE A WEEK
CUSCO & MACHU PICCHUDISCOVERY
We have taken the highlights of Cusco and the surrounding region and squeezed them into an exciting 6-day trip. Explore the historic city of Cusco, the charming towns and landscapes of the Sacred Valley and, of course, the unsurpassed wonders of Machu Picchu.
Suggested Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Cusco. Day 2: Cusco city tour. Day 3: Enjoy a Sacred Valley full day tour. Day 4: Travel by train to Aguas Calientes. Day 5: Machu Picchu guided tour. Return to Ollantaytambo by train and transfer to Cusco by road. Day 6: Depart Cusco for your onward destination.
5 NIGHTS -6 DAYS DEPARTS: DAILY
ABOARDTHE DELFIN III
Experience the wonders of the Peruvian Amazon as you cruise aboard the luxurious Delfin III deep into the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, one of the largest protected flooded forests in the world. Discover the immense biodiversity of the area as you cruise along the rivers and walk through the rainforest. On board you will be treated to exquisite meals where Peruvian cuisine is infused with touches and inspirations from the rainforest around you. Cruises include all inclusive twin-share accommodation, airport transfers, meals and excursions.
Accommodation Deluxe
Enjoy the highlights of South America on this fantastic itinerary.
Suggested Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Buenos Aires. Day 2: Enjoy a city tour and Tango Show and dinner. Day 3: Fly to Iguazu. Day 4: Visit the Argentinean side. Day 5: Explore the Brazilian side of the Falls. Fly to Rio. Day 6: Visit Corcovado and Sugarloaf. Day 7: Free day in Rio.. Day 8: Fly to Lima. Day 9: Lima city tour. Day 10: Fly to Juliaca. Transfer to Puno. Day 11: Full day tour to Uros and Taquile Islands. Day 12: Transfer to Cusco. Day 13: Cusco city tour. Day 14: Sacred Valley tour and train to Aguas Calientes. Day 15: Machu Picchu guided tour, return to Cusco. Day 16: Fly to Amazon Jungle. Days 17-18: Explore the incredible Amazon Rainforest. from your lodge. Day 19: Fly to Lima. Day 20: Fly to Santiago. Day 21: Departure day.
20 NIGHTS - 21 DAYS DEPARTS: DAILY
HIGHLIGHTS OF PERU
SOUTH AMERICA
CIRCLE
6, 7 & 10 DAYS AVAILABLE ALL YEAR ROUND
DISCOVER QUITO
Take a 10 day snapshot journey of the wonderful country of Ecuador. Starting in the lively city of Quito, we explore the colonial centre, the Equatorial Monument and take a tour to the colourful market town of Otavalo. Then it’s on to Mindo cloud forest and Cotopaxi National Park. Take a ride on the famous “Devil’s Nose” train from Alausi before heading to Cuenca and Cajas National Park.
Suggested Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Quito. Day 2: Quito City tour and the Middle of the World. Day 3: Visit Otavalo Market. Day 4: Explore the Mindo Cloud Forest.Day 5: Travel along the Avenue of the Volcanoes to Cotopaxi National Park. Day 6: Continue to Riobamba. Day 7: Board the famous ‘Devil’s Nose’ train and travel to Cuenca. Day 8: Explore the charming town of Cuenca. Day 9: Visit Cajas National Park Day 10: Depart Cajas National Park for your onward destination.
9 NIGHTS - 10 DAYS DEPARTS : DAILY
Ecuador’s capital, Quito, lies at an altitude of 2,800m (9,200ft), within and surrounded by Andean peaks. Moreover, it is an unrivalled jewel of Colonial architecture, as well as a modern, pulsating Latin city.
Suggested ItineraryDay 1: Arrive in Quito. Day 2: Enjoy a Quito City Tour. Day 3:Visit the indigenous markets at Otavalo. Day 4: Depart Quito for your onward destination.
3 NIGHTS - 4 DAYS DEPARTS: DAILY SUIT
This first-class catamaran offers superior comfort, size, style and stability. The vessel, with 8 cabins and a maximum capacity of 16 passengers, provides in each of its corners, areas for rest and recreation for everyone. The dining room and saloon on the main deck are specially designed to offer a great ambience and the external sundeck is divided into a covered area with sunbeds and a terrace offering comfort and privacy to guests.
Accommodation Superior
4, 5, 8, 11, 12 & 15 DAY CRUISES AVAILABLE ALL YEAR ROUND
ECUADOR & THE GALAPAGOS Start your journey in Quito, the capital of Ecuador and find a plethora of different natural, historical, and cultural attractions. Also experience our cruises in the Galapagos Islands.
CLASSIC ECUADOR
GALAPAGOS CRUISEGRAND QUEEN BEATRIZ
GALAPAGOS CRUISESEAMAN JOURNEY
Experience the ‘Enchanted Islands’ aboard the new custom-built yacht, the Grand Queen Beatriz. This new boutique expedition vessel will come into service on the 30th June 2018. Custom built, with a stylish modern design, en suite bathrooms, outward-facing windows in all cabins (and private balconies in some), and a jacuzzi on the sun deck, the ‘Grand Queen Bea’ will be one of the newest boats operating in the Galapagos.
Accommodation Superior
Accommodation Options Standard Superior Deluxe