Itinerary
- Day 1
Santiago
You'll arrive in Santiago and get transferred to your hotel in Chile's capital. The city sits right at the base of the Andes, and you'll have time to settle in before your evening. There's plenty to see here with modern buildings mixed in with older neoclassical architecture, plus museums and public squares scattered throughout the city.
Optional Activities
- Explore Santiago's neoclassical architecture
- Visit expansive museums
- Discover lively public squares
- Explore vineyards in the outskirts
- Visit nearby ski resorts
- Explore nearby coastal towns
Landmarks Andes Mountains 
- Day 2
Santiago to Torres del Paine National Park
After flying south, you'll reach your hotel at Torres del Paine National Park entrance. This four-night stay comes with a special package that includes meals, drinks, and excursions each day. The nearby town of Puerto Natales sits as the main access point to the Chilean Fjords, so you'll have options for exploring beyond the park.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Meals showcasing the finest Patagonian delicacies), Lunch (Meals showcasing the finest Patagonian delicacies), Dinner (Meals showcasing the finest Patagonian delicacies)
Included Activities
- Complimentary excursions at Torres del Paine National Park
- Explore Puerto Natales town
Landmarks Torres del Paine National Park Puerto Natales 
- Day 3
Torres del Paine National Park
Today marks the start of exploring Torres del Paine, one of Patagonia's most notable national parks. The landscape features glaciers, turquoise lakes, dramatic rock formations, and grasslands where guanacos and pumas live. You can pick from several small group activities and move at your own pace before returning to the lodge each evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice activities in Torres del Paine National Park
Optional Activities
- Hiking trails suitable for varying fitness levels
- Hike to the base of the Torres (rock towers)
- Hike through French Valley
- Horseback riding in the pampas with experienced guide
- Ice trekking on Grey Glacier with crampons for experienced trekkers
Landmarks Torres del Paine National Park French Valley Grey Glacier - Day 4
Torres del Paine National Park
The park has trails for different fitness levels, from walks to the rock towers to hikes through French Valley. If you're an experienced trekker, you can try the Grey Glacier with ice crampons or ride horses across the pampas with a guide. Several small group activities are available throughout the day at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice activities in Torres del Paine National Park
Optional Activities
- Hiking to the base of the Torres (rock towers)
- Hiking through French Valley
- Ice trekking on Grey Glacier with crampons for experienced trekkers
- Horseback riding in the rolling pampas with experienced guide
Landmarks Torres del Paine National Park French Valley Grey Glacier - Day 5
Torres del Paine National Park
Consider water-based activities today. Kayaking on the blue lakes and rivers is popular here, and you can paddle to see the Grey Glacier up close on the River Grey. The Serrano River offers fly fishing for trout and salmon if that interests you. After your activity, head back to the lodge for dinner featuring local Patagonian cuisine and South American wines.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Patagonian-inspired cuisine paired with South American wines)
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice activities in Torres del Paine National Park
Optional Activities
- Kayaking along vibrant blue lakes and calm rivers
- Kayaking on River Grey with views of Grey Glacier face
- Fly fishing on Serrano River for trout and salmon
Landmarks Torres del Paine National Park River Grey Serrano River Grey Glacier - Day 6
Torres del Paine to El Calafate, Argentina
You'll leave Torres del Paine this morning and drive into Argentina toward El Calafate. The town gets its name from a local blue berry, and there's a legend that eating one means you'll return to Patagonia someday. It serves as the entry point to Los Glaciares National Park, which has massive glacier fields and colorful glacial lakes surrounded by mountains. You'll stay here for three nights.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Drive across border from Chile to Argentina
Optional Activities
- Learn about local calafate berry legend
Landmarks Los Glaciares National Park 
- Day 7
El Calafate
Los Glaciares became a World Heritage site back in 1937, and today you'll cruise Lake Argentino to see the Perito Moreno Glacier. The glacier's face rises about 74 metres above the water, and chunks of ice regularly break off and crash into the lake with loud sounds. You'll also walk along a boardwalk that gives you views looking out over the top of this 250 square kilometre glacier.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise on Lake Argentino
- View Perito Moreno Glacier
- Guided walk along boardwalk with glacier views
Landmarks Los Glaciares National Park Lake Argentino Perito Moreno Glacier - Day 8
El Calafate
You'll experience ranch life on an estancia in the Argentine countryside surrounded by glaciers and mountains. This gives you a real sense of how people live in Patagonia and the frontier culture that still exists in these large properties. You can learn about the gaucho history and ride horses through the landscape, then join everyone for a farewell dinner this evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Delicious farewell dinner)
Included Activities
- Estancia (ranch) visit with traditional Argentine experience
- Horseback riding in Argentine countryside
- Farewell dinner with Tour Director and fellow guests
Optional Activities
- Learn about gaucho history
Landmarks Los Glaciares National Park - Day 9
El Calafate to Ushuaia
After saying goodbye to your group, you'll head to the airport and fly to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world on Tierra del Fuego. The crew welcomes you aboard the Scenic Eclipse, an ultra-luxury yacht. As you depart, you'll cruise through the Beagle Channel, the same waterway Charles Darwin traveled through years ago on his own voyage of discovery.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Board Scenic Eclipse discovery yacht
- Cruise through Beagle Channel
Optional Activities
- View dramatic Andean mountains from private verandah
- View from Observation Deck
Landmarks Beagle Channel Andes Mountains - Day 10
At Sea
The yacht crosses the Drake Passage, which connects South America to Antarctica. You can have breakfast brought to your suite or meet other guests in the Yacht Club. Later, the Polar Discovery Team gives a presentation about the expedition ahead, explaining how the Zodiac trips and other activities will work over the coming days.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Polar Discovery Team introductory presentation about polar expedition
Optional Activities
- Watch talks, lectures, movies and documentaries in theatre
- Attend world-class productions from musical theatre and cabaret
- Attend pop music, dance and interactive game shows
Landmarks Drake Passage - Day 11
Antarctica
As you enter Antarctic waters, put on your polar parka and head to the Observation Deck to spot icebergs for the first time. The environment here is unpredictable but visually striking. Watch for whales in the distance and chat with the Polar Discovery Team, which includes geologists, historians, ornithologists, marine biologists, and glaciologists who can answer your questions.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Receive complimentary polar parka
- Observe icebergs from Observation Deck
- Polar Discovery Team insights and presentations
Optional Activities
- Spot whales from Observation Deck or ship
Landmarks Antarctica - Day 12
Antarctica
The yacht navigates through the Weddell Sea, one of Earth's most pristine ecosystems. You'll cruise through ice floes and large icebergs, and you might hear Weddell seals from your room. Daily activities include Zodiac trips, landings to see penguin colonies or historic huts, and kayaking around icebergs.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise through Weddell Sea
- Zodiac excursions
- Landings to view penguin rookeries
- Visit historic huts
- Kayaking around icebergs
Landmarks Weddell Sea - Day 13
Antarctica
Open your suite doors to see icebergs and glacial mountains rising from the ocean. The wildlife here is incredible: leopard seals, Weddell seals, baleen whales, orcas, and penguin colonies. Antarctica also has over 40 bird species, including wandering albatrosses with the largest wingspans of any flying bird. Daily excursions include Zodiac cruises, island visits for penguin and seal viewing, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Zodiac cruises around ice formations
- Island landings to view penguin rookeries
- Island landings to view seals
- Kayaking around icebergs
- Stand-up paddleboarding around icebergs
Optional Activities
- Observe leopard seals
- Observe Weddell seals
- Observe baleen whales
- Observe orcas
- Observe penguin colonies
- Birdwatching for wandering albatrosses, shearwaters, giant petrels and other species
Landmarks Antarctica - Day 14
Antarctica
You might visit Portal Point, a former British shelter where you can hike to the hut and look back toward the ship across the ice-covered ocean. Another option is Deception Island in the South Shetland Islands, where the yacht sails into the center of a submerged volcano crater. The island has scientific stations and hundreds of thousands of chinstrap penguins. Tonight, try the sushi restaurant, stay up late at the bar, or relax in the library.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Optional landing at Portal Point or Deception Island
- Visit to chinstrap penguin colonies
Optional Activities
- Visit Portal Point and walk to British refuge hut
- Visit Deception Island
- Dine at Sushi @ Koko's
- Evening bar activities
- Library access
Landmarks Portal Point Deception Island South Shetland Islands - Day 15
Antarctica
Your expedition includes Zodiac trips, landings, guided hikes, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding. Kayaking often becomes a favorite activity because you're at the same level as the icebergs, which feels both grounding and powerful. An expert from the Polar Discovery Team goes with you and can answer questions, but it's also fine to sit in silence and take in the moment.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Zodiac excursions
- Guided hikes
- Kayaking around icebergs
- Stand-up paddleboarding around icebergs
- Expert Polar Discovery Team guidance
Landmarks Antarctica - Day 16
Antarctica
Balance your activities with relaxation time on the yacht. Check out the Sky Bar on Deck 10 or the Senses Spa on Deck 6. The Polar Discovery Team gives lectures in the theatre about Antarctic wildlife and history. Dining options include fine French food at Lumière, Asian fusion at Koko's, or meals in your suite with drinks chosen from premium wines, beers, and spirits.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Up to 10 all-inclusive dining experiences including fine French and Asian fusion cuisine), Dinner (Up to 10 all-inclusive dining experiences including fine French cuisine at Lumière or vibrant Asian fusion at Koko's)
Included Activities
- Access to Sky Bar on Deck 10
- Access to Senses Spa on Deck 6
- Polar Discovery Team lectures in theatre
- Up to 10 all-inclusive dining venues
- Fine French cuisine at Lumière
- Asian fusion dining at Koko's
- In-suite dining with butler service
Optional Activities
- Spa treatments at Senses Spa
Landmarks Antarctica - Day 17
Antarctica
Eight penguin species live in Antarctica and the surrounding region, with about 12 million on the Peninsula, including Adélie, Chinstrap, Gentoo, and rare Emperor penguins. With the Polar Discovery Team as your guide, you'll see colonies up close, hear their calls, and watch them move around clumsily. You might also see minke whales, humpback whales, or orcas from the yacht, a Zodiac, or while kayaking.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided viewing of penguin colonies
- Polar Discovery Team expert guidance
- Whale watching from vessel
- Zodiac excursions for whale watching
- Kayaking for whale viewing
- Stand-up paddleboarding for whale viewing
Optional Activities
- Photography tips from Polar Discovery Leaders
- Wildlife spotting guidance
Landmarks Antarctica - Day 18
Antarctica
Lemaire Channel, called 'Kodak Alley,' is incredibly photogenic. If the yacht passes through this 11-kilometre channel during your voyage, set your alarm. The channel narrows to just 700 metres at its tightest point, and you'll see dramatic rocky mountains and bright blue icebergs very close to the ship. Between excursions, grab specialty tea or coffee in the Observation Lounge and look through Swarovski telescopes.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Discovery excursions in Lemaire Channel
- Access to Observation Terrace
- Specialty tea and coffee in Observation Lounge
- Use of Swarovski telescopes
Landmarks Lemaire Channel - Day 19
Antarctica
Pack your swimming costume because the polar plunge happens once during the voyage. The yacht stops and the team sets up the marina for anyone brave enough to jump into freezing Antarctic water. Standing on the edge, you'll feel nervous excitement, but the jump itself feels incredibly refreshing. If you skip it, watch from the ship and join others for hot chocolate or whiskey afterward.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Optional polar plunge setup and facilities
Optional Activities
- Polar plunge in Antarctic waters
- Hot chocolate or whiskey toast after plunge
Landmarks Antarctica - Day 20
Antarctica
After several days of exploration, take time to reflect on your journey. Have your butler bring morning coffee, then try a yoga or Pilates class followed by a meditation session. Sit down for lunch with new friends and share photos and stories about your favorite moments from these days on Antarctica. Tonight, raise a glass at the Scenic Lounge Bar with your choice of aged whiskey or wine.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Complimentary yoga class
- Complimentary Pilates class
- Tibetan Sound Bowl Meditation session
- Scenic Lounge Bar access
Optional Activities
- Socialise at lunch with fellow guests
- Enjoy premium beverages at Scenic Lounge Bar
Landmarks Antarctica - Day 21
At Sea
The yacht heads back across the Drake Passage toward South America. Your butler can bring fresh juice, coffee, or tea to your room. Grab lunch at the Yacht Club with other guests and spend the afternoon relaxing in a cabana on Deck 10. This evening, catch a performance in the theatre and have a nightcap delivered to your suite.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Freshly squeezed juice, steaming barista-made coffee or tea delivered to your door), Lunch (Al fresco lunch at the Yacht Club with fellow voyagers), Dinner (World-class performances in state-of-the-art theatre followed by nightcap brought to suite by butler)
Included Activities
- Butler service with morning beverages
- Al fresco lunch at Yacht Club
- Cabana access on Deck 10
- Theatre performances
- Evening nightcap service
Landmarks Drake Passage - Day 22
At Sea to Ushuaia
Visit the bridge if you haven't already. The Captain allows guests anytime to see how the yacht operates and learn about its technical features. The bridge is also one of the best viewing spots on the ship. Before your voyage ends, book a treatment at the Senses Spa, whether an ESPA facial, massage, or alternative therapy like Ayurvedic massage. Afterward, relax in the calm Vitality Lounge.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Bridge visits with Captain's open bridge policy
- Access to Senses Spa facilities
Optional Activities
- ESPA facial treatment
- Massage treatment
- Ayurvedic massage
- Time in Vitality Lounge
Landmarks Drake Passage - Day 23
Ushuaia to Buenos Aires
Your voyage ends this morning. After breakfast, you'll say goodbye to the crew and other guests before disembarking. From here, you'll fly to Buenos Aires with memories of your Antarctic experience. Plan your next travel arrangements before you leave.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Disembarkation breakfast
- Farewell from crew and guests
