Itinerary
- Day 1
Rio de Janeiro
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner at a distinctive local restaurant)
Landmarks Christ the Redeemer - Day 2
Rio de Janeiro
- Meals
- Lunch (Brazilian churrascaria experience with expertly grilled meats carved tableside)
Included Activities
- Walking tour through downtown Rio including Metropolitan Cathedral and Selaron Stairs
- Cogwheel railway ride to Corcovado Mountain to see Christ the Redeemer
- Brazilian churrascaria lunch experience
Landmarks Christ the Redeemer Metropolitan Cathedral Selaron Stairs Corcovado Mountain - Day 3
Rio de Janeiro
- Meals
- Dinner (Local tapas dinner at Sugarloaf Mountain at sunset)
Included Activities
- Scenic Sunset Drinks at Sugarloaf Mountain with local tapas dinner
Optional Activities
- Botanical Garden walk through World Heritage-listed biosphere reserve with thousands of plant species and wildlife
- Rio, City of Contrast walking tour through downtown Rio to see famous sights, bustling marketplaces and local lifestyle
Landmarks Sugarloaf Mountain Jardim Botânico - Day 4
Rio de Janeiro to Iguazú Falls
Landmarks Iguazú Falls - Day 5
Iguazú Falls
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch inside Iguazú National Park with beautiful views)
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing over Iguazú Falls
- Tour of Brazilian side of Iguazú Falls including walkway viewing
- Lunch inside Iguazú National Park with views
- Jet boat adventure toward the base of the falls
Optional Activities
- Optional helicopter flight over Iguazú Falls (additional cost, book on tour)
Landmarks Iguazú Falls - Day 6
Iguazú Falls
Included Activities
- Visit to Argentinian side of Iguazú Falls before public opening
- Walking paths between upper and lower falls
- Lookout visit to Devil's Throat
Landmarks Iguazú Falls Devil's Throat - Day 7
Iguazú Falls to Buenos Aires
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Iguazú Falls - Day 8
Buenos Aires
- Meals
- Dinner (Gala Tango show with sumptuous dinner and Argentinian wine)
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Buenos Aires highlights
- Casa Rosada (Pink House) visit
- Recoleta district exploration
- Recoleta Cemetery visit
- La Boca and Caminito discovery
- Gala Tango show with dinner and Argentine wine
Landmarks Casa Rosada Recoleta Cemetery Caminito - Day 9
Buenos Aires
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Buenos Aires Street Art guided tour led by local artist exploring hidden murals and underground galleries
- Buenos Aires Culinary Delight guided tour with authentic dishes at local restaurants and traditional parrillas with Argentine wine
- Day 10
Buenos Aires to Scenic Ikon (At Sea)
Included Activities
- Embarkation on Scenic Ikon with welcome Champagne
- Ship orientation and onboard amenities familiarization
- Day 11
At Sea
Included Activities
- Introductory polar expedition presentation by Discovery Team
- Polar equipment orientation and distribution (expedition parka, water bottle, polar boots, trekking poles)
- Day 12
At Sea
Included Activities
- Enrichment lecture on marine and seabird life by Discovery Team
Optional Activities
- Spa treatments and services
- Day 13
At Sea
Included Activities
- Discovery Team lectures and presentations
Optional Activities
- Spa treatments and services
- Day 14
Falkland Islands
Included Activities
- Zodiac cruising
- Landing ashore to view penguin rookeries
Optional Activities
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Helicopter flights
- Submersible dives
Landmarks Falkland Islands - Day 15
Falkland Islands
Included Activities
- Visit to Stanley, capital of Falkland Islands
- Christ Church Cathedral viewing
Optional Activities
- Local shopping
- Traditional English pub visit
Landmarks Christ Church Cathedral Stanley - Day 16
At Sea (Drake Passage)
Included Activities
- Discovery Team lectures on Antarctic expedition and natural history
Landmarks Drake Passage - Day 17
At Sea to Elephant Island (Cruising Antarctic Waters)
Included Activities
- Iceberg viewing
- Discovery Team lectures and guidance on Antarctic wildlife
Landmarks Elephant Island - Day 18
Antarctica
Included Activities
- Zodiac cruising around ice formations
- Kayaking past icebergs
- Stand-up paddleboarding opportunities
- Shore landings to explore Antarctic wilderness
Optional Activities
- Helicopter flights above Antarctica
- Submersible dives below the surface
Landmarks Antarctica - Day 19
Antarctica
Included Activities
- Zodiac excursions exploring glaciated bays and channels
- Shore landings to view penguin rookeries and seals
- Guided Antarctic wilderness treks
Optional Activities
- Kayaking past icebergs
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Helicopter flights
- Submersible dives
Landmarks Antarctica - Day 20
Antarctica
Included Activities
- Zodiac tours to view penguin colonies
- Kayaking opportunities near wildlife
- Stand-up paddleboarding experiences
- Shore landings
Optional Activities
- Helicopter flights for aerial wildlife viewing
- Submersible dives for underwater exploration
Landmarks Antarctica - Day 21
Antarctica
- Meals
- Snack (Warm specialty tea or coffee on board)
Included Activities
- Zodiac cruising past Antarctic mountains
- Ashore landings in polar wilderness
Landmarks Antarctica - Day 22
Antarctica
Included Activities
- Polar Plunge opportunity in Antarctic waters
- Zodiac excursions
- Kayaking past icebergs
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Shore landings
Optional Activities
- Helicopter flights
- Submersible dives
Landmarks Antarctica - Day 23
At Sea (Drake Passage)
Included Activities
- Discovery Team lectures reflecting on Antarctic expedition
Optional Activities
- Spa treatments and services
Landmarks Drake Passage - Day 24
At Sea
- Day 25
Ushuaia to Buenos Aires
- Meals
- Breakfast (Final breakfast on board)
Included Activities
- Final breakfast on board Scenic Ikon
Landmarks Ushuaia
