Itinerary
- Day 1
Buenos Aires
Start your trip in Buenos Aires with an overnight hotel stay. The city's known for its Belle Epoque architecture, sidewalk cafes, and tango culture. You can check out the colorful streets of La Boca with its art walks, or wander through San Telmo's bohemian neighborhoods where you'll find boutique hotels, antique shops, and tango clubs scattered throughout.
Optional Activities
- Explore La Boca neighborhood
- Visit San Telmo neighborhood
- Experience tango clubs
- Visit antique shops
- Explore sidewalk cafes
- Day 2
Buenos Aires to Ushuaia
Take your included transfer flight from Buenos Aires down to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world on Tierra del Fuego. Once you arrive, you'll board the ultra-luxury Discovery Yacht and meet the Captain and crew. As the ship departs, you'll cruise through the scenic Beagle Channel with views of Andean mountains from your private verandah or the Observation Deck.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise through Beagle Channel
Landmarks Beagle Channel 
- Day 3
At Sea
Spend the day getting familiar with the yacht. Check out the Sky Bar on Deck 10, relax at the Senses Spa on Deck 6 with steam rooms and saunas, or attend an introductory presentation about the polar expedition from the Discovery Team in the theatre. Evening entertainment includes musical theatre, cabaret, and interactive game shows as the Captain and polar team prepare you for what's ahead.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Discovery Yacht facilities
- Visit Sky Bar
- Access Senses Spa facilities
- Attend polar expedition presentation
- Enjoy evening theatre entertainment
Optional Activities
- Book spa treatments at Senses Spa
- Day 4
Falkland Islands
Arrive at the remote Falkland Islands, a wildlife paradise with the world's largest population of Gentoo penguins plus King, Magellanic, and Rockhopper species. You'll look for black-browed albatross, Cobb's wren, and Falkland's flightless steamer duck. The Discovery Team of up to 20 polar specialists including geologists, historians, ornithologists, and marine biologists will guide your exploration.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Wildlife viewing in Falkland Islands
- Zodiac cruising
- Penguin rookery viewing
- Kayaking excursion
- Stand-up paddleboarding
Optional Activities
- Helicopter tour
- Submersible diving experience
Landmarks Falkland Islands - Day 5
Falkland Islands - Stanley
Visit Stanley, the capital of the Falkland Islands, subject to weather and operational conditions. Explore this unique British outpost from the 18th century with its local shops and historic sites. See the Christ Church Cathedral with its distinctive whalebone arch, or relax at an English pub. Evening brings a dining option at Sushi Koko's, followed by theatre entertainment and a nightcap at the Scenic Lounge Bar.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Stanley, Falkland Islands
Optional Activities
- Walk Stanley - walking tour with local guide
- Battlefields and Mountain Perspective tour
- Stanley Highlights coach tour
- Fitz Roy Farm Tour - shearing demonstration and farm visit
- Dine at Sushi Koko's restaurant
Landmarks Stanley Christ Church Cathedral - Day 6
At Sea
Enjoy a leisurely day at sea with butler-delivered freshly squeezed juice and barista-made coffee delivered to your suite. You can visit the gym, Pilates studio, or try guided stretching and aerial yoga. Book a spa treatment like an ESPA facial, massage, or alternative therapy. Attend enrichment lectures and IAATO briefings from the Discovery Team, then relax at the Scenic Lounge Bar with access to top-shelf spirits and over 130 whiskeys.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Gym access
- Pilates classes
- Guided stretching
- Aerial yoga
- Enrichment lectures
- IAATO briefings
Optional Activities
- Senses Spa treatments including ESPA facials, massages, and Ayurvedic massage
- Day 7
At Sea to South Georgia
Cruise towards South Georgia while enjoying specialty tea or coffee in the Observation Lounge and viewing the world through Swarovski telescopes. Choose from up to 10 dining experiences, including casual lunch at Azure Bar & Cafe and elegant dinner at Elements. Enjoy evening theatre performances before heading to your suite for a nightcap.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Casual lunch at Azure Bar & Cafe), Dinner (Elegant dinner at Elements)
Included Activities
- Access Observation Lounge with Swarovski telescopes
- Dine at up to 10 culinary experiences
- Day 8
South Georgia
Explore South Georgia with its dramatic 3000 meter mountain range and shattered glaciers cutting through tussock grass to the coastline. Land at the deserted whaling village of Stromness, subject to weather and operational conditions, historically significant from Sir Ernest Shackleton's famous journey. Head to Fortuna Bay to see jagged peaks and the Konig Glacier. Explore via Zodiac, kayak, stand-up paddleboard, hiking, or submersible.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Stromness whaling village
- Visit Fortuna Bay
- Zodiac cruising
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Self-paced hiking
Optional Activities
- Submersible diving experience
Landmarks Stromness Fortuna Bay Konig Glacier - Day 9
South Georgia - Grytviken
Pay respects at Sir Ernest Shackleton's final resting place in Grytviken. See the remnants of old whaling stations with ships left rusting around the bay. Explore the area by Zodiac, kayak, or stand-up paddleboard with possible shore landings, all subject to weather and ice conditions.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Shackleton's grave at Grytviken
- View historic whaling stations
- Zodiac cruising
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
Landmarks Grytviken - Day 10
South Georgia - Cooper Bay
Visit Cooper Bay at South Georgia's southern tip, subject to weather and operational conditions. Watch for giant petrels and brown skuas soaring above and playful fur seals in underwater kelp forests. Climb a short but steep hill to discover a macaroni penguin colony hidden among tussock grasses. Explore by Zodiac, kayak, stand-up paddleboard, or book a submersible experience.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Wildlife viewing at Cooper Bay
- Zodiac cruising
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Shore landings and beach walks
- Hikes to historical sites
Optional Activities
- Submersible diving experience
Landmarks Cooper Bay - Day 11
At Sea
After days of exploration, relax in your spacious suite. The Discovery Team will help prepare you for your first landing on Antarctica, offering insight and practical information for your upcoming expedition. Visit the bridge thanks to the Captain's open bridge policy where guests are welcome anytime to learn about the yacht's technical abilities and enjoy one of the best viewing areas on the ship.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit ship's bridge
- Polar expedition preparation briefing
- Day 12
At Sea - Antarctic Waters
Enter Antarctic waters, an unpredictable yet beautiful environment. Put on your complimentary polar parka and head to the Observation Deck to search for icebergs and watch for whale blows. The expert polar Discovery Team will be on hand to provide insights. In the evening, explore up to 10 all-inclusive dining experiences, sampling fine French cuisine or vibrant Asian fusion, or dine in your suite with butler service.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Iceberg spotting from Observation Deck
- Access to complimentary polar parka
Optional Activities
- Dine at Lumière restaurant - fine French cuisine
- Dine at Koko's restaurant - Asian fusion
- Day 13
Antarctica
Experience incredible wildlife from your verandah suite. View icebergs sculpted by nature and glacial mountains rising thousands of meters from the ocean. You'll see graceful seals, whales, and penguin colonies. Antarctica is a birdwatcher's paradise with over 40 different species including wandering albatrosses with the largest wingspan of any flying bird, plus shearwaters and giant petrels.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Zodiac cruising
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Wildlife viewing and shore landings
Optional Activities
- Helicopter flightseeing
- Submersible diving experience
Landmarks Antarctica 
- Day 14
Antarctica - Brown Bluff and Kinnes Cove
Experience the beauty of Brown Bluff with its towering canyon walls, dramatic boulders, and ice-capped volcanic wonders, subject to weather and operational conditions. Cross Antarctic Sound to Kinnes Cove where striking red hues of the Madder Cliffs appear against untouched landscapes. Look for Gentoo penguins in their natural habitat. Enjoy Discovery excursions by Zodiac, kayak, stand-up paddleboard, helicopter, or submersible.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Brown Bluff
- Visit Kinnes Cove
- Zodiac cruising
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Island visits and penguin rookery viewing
Optional Activities
- Helicopter flightseeing
- Submersible diving experience
Landmarks Brown Bluff Kinnes Cove Madder Cliffs 
- Day 15
Antarctica - Penguin Peninsula
Witness approximately 12 million penguins living on the Antarctic Peninsula, including Adelie, Chinstrap, Gentoo, and the very rare Emperor penguins. Guided by the expert polar Discovery Team, experience penguin colonies up close and hear their mighty calls. Spot majestic whales including minke, humpback, or orca from the yacht, Zodiac, kayak, or stand-up paddleboard. Ask Discovery Leaders for photography tips and wildlife spotting guidance.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Penguin colony viewing
- Zodiac cruising
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Whale watching
- Wildlife photography guidance
Optional Activities
- Helicopter flightseeing
- Submersible diving experience
Landmarks Antarctic Peninsula - Day 16
Antarctica - Lemaire Channel
Navigate through Lemaire Channel, famous for its views and often called 'Kodak Alley', subject to weather and operational conditions. Pass through this 11 kilometer-long channel, just 700 meters wide at its narrowest point, taking in dramatic rocky mountains and glowing blue icebergs so close to the ship. Between Discovery excursions, enjoy specialty tea or coffee in the Observation Lounge while watching through Swarovski telescopes.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise through Lemaire Channel
- Observation Lounge access with Swarovski telescopes
Landmarks Lemaire Channel - Day 17
Antarctica - Polar Plunge
Experience the polar plunge, a rite of passage on an Antarctic expedition. Feel the adrenaline rush as you stand on the edge ready to jump, then experience the invigorating sensation of Antarctic waters. If you skip the plunge, find a good viewing location to watch others emerge and join them for hot chocolate or whiskey afterward.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Zodiac cruising
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Wildlife viewing and shore landings
Optional Activities
- Polar plunge - jump into Antarctic waters
- Helicopter flightseeing
- Submersible diving experience
- Day 18
Drake Passage
Cruise the Drake Passage back to the tip of South America on your return journey. Relax in the ultra-luxury of your Discovery Yacht and reflect on the moments you've experienced in the Southern Ocean. Relax in a private cabana on Deck 10 with a book, or meet friends for coffee or wine in the Observation Lounge on Deck 5 with panoramic views of endless ocean.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Access Observation Lounge
- Use private cabanas on Deck 10
Landmarks Drake Passage - Day 19
At Sea to Ushuaia
Your final day on board the Discovery Yacht—spend time returning to your favorite spots and saying goodbye to the ship and fellow travelers. Visit the Senses Spa one last time, or join a PURE: Yoga & Pilates Studio class. Share a final lunch with new friends, recalling favorite memories from the seventh continent. Raise a glass to an unforgettable voyage at the Scenic Lounge Bar with aged whiskey or fine wine. The yacht arrives in Ushuaia late this evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Final access to yacht facilities
- Yoga and Pilates classes
- Farewell gathering with fellow travelers
Optional Activities
- Senses Spa treatments
- Day 20
Ushuaia to Buenos Aires
Your expedition ends this morning. Disembark after breakfast and bid farewell to the crew and fellow guests. Your included transfer flight takes you from Ushuaia back to Buenos Aires, carrying away memories of an unforgettable Antarctic experience.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Disembarkation and farewell
