Santiago to Buenos Aires

From AU$25,300*
per person, twin share

 

Antarctic Voyage with Chile

Explore Santiago in depth and visit coastal Valparaíso before preparing for the adventure of a lifetime with a luxurious stay in the Argentine capital of Buenos Aires. Fly to the world’s most southerly city, Ushuaia, where your expedition ship and team of polar experts are waiting. Cross the Drake Passage and enter the world’s most magical environment, where icebergs are signposts and whales lead the way.

Cruise aboard the Seabourn Venture

Purpose-built and ultra-luxurious, this innovatively designed vessel cruises to remote locations and boasts exceptional dining experiences, a dedicated 24-person Expedition Team and an array of relaxation and wellness spaces. With a maximum of 264 guests on board and all-veranda, all ocean-front suites, there is no better way to travel through Northern Europe, the Arctic and Antarctica.

Tour Highlights

  • Santiago, Valparaiso
  • Tierra del Fuego National Park
  • Antarctic Peninsula

Trip Extensions
More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your cruise.

  • Atacama Desert Extension 4 Days
  • Antarctic Voyage with Peru
  • Antarctic Voyage with Chile and Brazil Highlights
Travelflex payment options available to eligible Lifestyle Gold, Platinum and 100 Club Members

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Rates

Payment options: The use of part payment using your vacation credits is available with the Travel Flex benefit, currently available to Owners who are Lifestyle Gold and above.
Price Per Person, Twin Share
ONE DEPARTURE ONLY  From Price
14 February – 3 March 2026    WAS AU$26,695*  AU$25,300*
Single  AU$42,700*
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Bookings subject to availability. Valid for sale until 30 April 2025, unless sold out prior. Some promotions include an Early Payment Dicount with discount valid when paying in full 10 months prior to travel.  Price based on Vernada Suite (V1) Deck 5

Inclusions

  • All internal flights within South America, including a return APT private charter flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia
  • Freedom of Choice inclusions in two locations
  • Three nights at W Santiago
  • Four nights at the Alvear Palace Hotel in Buenos Aires
  • 10 nights aboard APT Antarctic charter Seabourn Venture with all beverages included
  • APT Tour Director and expedition team
  • Luxury dining – a total of 41 meals
  • Transfers, tipping, porterage and port charges

Itinerary

Day 1 | Arrive Santiago
Welcome to Santiago. We’ll meet and transfer you to your hotel. Tonight, join a welcome reception and meet your fellow guests and Tour Director.
Stay:  Three Nights, W Santiago
Daily: Dinner

Day 2 | Santiago, Valparaiso
Travel to the coastal city of Valparaiso, where you’ll find colourful cliffside houses sloping down to the sea. Known to Chileans as the ‘Jewel of the Pacific’, the city is an eclectic, sometimes chaotic mix of art, culture and commerce. Enjoy a Signature Experience before relaxing over lunch at a local vineyard and then return to Santiago.

Signature Experience – Valparaíso Funicular Ride
Explore this World Heritage-listed city’s historic quarter, then enjoy a funicular ride and take in brilliant views of Valparaíso’s vibrant buildings and port.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3 | Santiago
This morning, you’ll set off on a guided discovery of the vibrant Chilean capital, which is wedged between the snow-capped Andes Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy an afternoon at your leisure before choosing where to dine this evening.

Freedom of Choice Dining – Liguria Lastarria
Dive into the rich Chilean flavours at Liguria Lastarria. With a wide array of dishes on the menu, including traditional empanadas, tuna tartar and Chilean-style pichanga, accompanied by cocktails, wine and beer, experience tantalising flavours.

Freedom of Choice Dining – Ambrosia
Chef Carolina Bazan brings dishes to life with a menu that combines the delectable flavours of Chilean and French cuisine, including a sumptuous ceviche. Enjoy the perfect fusion of elegant comfort food and a warm, relaxed atmosphere.
Daily: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 | Santiago, Buenos Aires
Fly to Buenos Aires, Argentina’s elegant capital. On arrival, we’ll transfer you to your hotel in the city’s prominent Recoleta district. Home to some of Argentina’s wealthiest families, Recoleta is a leafy neighbourhood dotted with beautiful parks and grand mansions just north of the city centre. This evening, join your fellow travellers for a welcome reception.
Stay:  Two Nights, Buenos Aires, Alvear Palace Hotel
Daily: Breakfast

Day 5 | Buenos Aires
This morning, delve deeper into Buenos Aires’ sights on a city tour. Discover the must-visit destinations, including Recoleta Cemetery, the colourful streets of La Boca, and the trendy neighbourhood of Palermo. This evening, meet for a ship briefing in anticipation of our exciting cruise ahead.
Daily: Breakfast

Day 6 | Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Embark Antarctica Cruise
Board your included APT private charter flight to Ushuaia and join a guided tour of Tierra del Fuego. After a light lunch, board your luxury expedition ship, Seabourn Venture, to begin your 10-night Antarctic Peninsula cruise. Be greeted by your Expedition Leader and a team of expert naturalist guides. Settle in before enjoying the Captain’s welcome dinner. Afterwards, head to the deck to take in the stunning scenery of the Beagle Channel.
Signature Experience – Tierra del Fuego National Park Tour

Take a tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park, where you can experience the rugged natural beauty of Argentina’s southern tip. If you’re lucky, you may spot a roaming guanaco (a close relative of the llama).

Stay: 10 Nights, Seabourn Venture
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Days 7 – 8 | Drake Passage
Sail across the Drake Passage, the cruising gateway to Antarctica. Learn about the adventures ahead during informative, interactive and entertaining presentations on the wildlife, history and geology of Antarctica, delivered by your expert Expedition Team.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Days 9 – 13 | Antarctic Peninsula
On arrival in Antarctica, your itinerary exploring this magical world of ice and water becomes flexible. Your Captain will chart a course based on the most exciting sights and the most favourable ice and weather conditions. Each day on your cruise you’ll enjoy Zodiac rides. Visit penguin rookeries, seal colonies and keep an eye out for orca, humpback and minke whales that frequent these waters. Head to Deception Island, an active volcano once home to a whaling station. You may also have the opportunity to stop at the Port Lockroy scientific base. From here, you can send a postcard with a rare Antarctic stamp.

Signature Experience – Zodiac Expeditions
Delight in a unique itinerary which allows you to maximise your discovery of the enchanting Antarctic Peninsula, from thrilling Zodiac expeditions to enthralling shore landings.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Days 14 – 15 | Drake Passage
Return across the Drake Passage. Enjoy time on board and wildlife spotting.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 16 | Disembark Ship, Ushuaia, Buenos Aires
Today, disembark your ship in Ushuaia and fly to Buenos Aires on your included APT private charter flight, then be transferred to your luxurious hotel.z
Stay: Two Nights, Buenos Aires, Alvear Palace Hotel
Daily: Breakfast

Day 17 | Buenos Aires
The choice is yours today with a selection of activities on offer. This evening, for your special farewell dinner, attend a fiery tango show and enjoy a delicious meal during the performance.
Freedom of Choice – Tigre Cruise
Head to the island town of Tigre and enjoy a cruise over the rivers and canals of the Paraná Delta.

Freedom of Choice – Parisian Walking Tour
Discover the Parisian character of Buenos Aires. Visit the Plaza San Martin, Plazoleta Pellegrini and more.

Freedom of Choice – Teatro Colón Tour
Immerse yourself in Buenos Aires’ sophisticated high-arts scene on a fascinating tour of the iconic and majestic Teatro Colón, considered the one of world’s leading opera houses thanks to its impeccable acoustics.
Daily: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 18 | Depart Buenos Aires
Your Antarctic and South American adventure comes to an end today following breakfast with a transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Daily: Breakfast

Terms & Conditions

  • Bookings subject to availability.
  • Prices are per person twin share, in Australian Dollars.
  • Pricing correct as of 6 February 2025 and may fluctuate due to changes in availability, surcharges, fees or taxes.
  • Standard Travel Club Terms and Conditions apply.
  • This tour is offered and managed by APT and their terms and conditions apply.
  • Featured rates include discounts provided by APT. These specials can be withdrawn without notice at any time.
  • No airfares are included in the featured package, but assistance with booking can be provided.
  • Cancellation and change fees apply. Bookings are non-transferable.
  • Travel insurance is not included in the package. Please ensure you have valid Travel Insurance, or request a quotation.
  • Prices are correct at the time of publishing but are subject to change without notice due to fluctuations in taxes, currency exchange rates, or availability. The prices quoted represent the best available at the time of publication. We do not assume responsibility for changes made by suppliers, as many departures are subject to capacity controls. Any updates to pricing will be provided at the time of your enquiry

Travel Flex ^ guidelines
These offers are provided by Wyndham Destinations Asia Pacific Pty Ltd ACN 090 083 613 (Developer) via the TravelFlex benefit as part of Lifestyle by Wyndham membership and are subject to availability at time of booking.  TravelFlex is available to all Lifestyle Gold members and above.
You can use up to maximum number of credits as listed below of your Lifestyle Qualified credits toward TravelFlex:
60,000 credits  for Gold, 90,000 credits  for Platinum, 150,000 credits for 100 Club members.
It is a limited offer which can only be used once before the expiry date.Lifestyle Platinum and 100 Club members can make up to two transactions per promotion period (provided the total amount of exchanged credits does not exceed the above cap).
Your credits must have a minimum of 6 months / 180 days validity for use with TravelFlex
You must provide a Housekeeping Token for the first 19,999 credits and for each additional 10,000 Lifestyle Qualified Credits exchanged for Travel Flex.
If you do not have enough allocated tokens per above, a fee of AU$131 is payable per 10,000 credits (or part thereof) exchanged.
If you prefer to use less credits and more cash, we can adjust the pricing accordingly