South America and Antarctica Explorer

A 17-Day Holland America tour starting from $2,999

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Tour Length: 17 Days
Countries Visited: Antarctica, Argentina, Chile, Falkland Islands, South America
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Tour Type:
 Expeditions
Tour Category: Antarctica Cruise
Tour Operator: Holland America
Tour Code: HA-SAAEX
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Cities Visited:
Buenos Aires, Montevideo, Puerto Madryn, Pt. Stanley, Ushuaia, Punta Arenas, Puerto Montt, Santiago

Come discover Antarctica's unwordly peaks sculpted by ice and time, nesting penguins and seal-chasing whales. No clocks or calendars rule this world - only weather and ice. On either side of the White Continent lie astonishing discoveries, from the ebullient spirit of Rio to the cool beauty of the Chilean Lake District...the best of two continents!

 
*Accomodations
*Cabin Steward with twice daily housekeeping
*Luxurious dining rooms
*Casual dining restaurants
*Complimentary 24-hour in room dining
*One crew member for every two guests *Ice service, shoe shine service *Use of the exclusive Neptune Lounge and personal concierge service for Penthouse and Deluxe Verandah guests
*Lavish Las Vegas-style production shows
*Talented vocalists, illusionists, comedians and vareity acts
*Casino gaming available, movie, Piano Bar
*Crow's Nest Nightclub
*Culinary Arts Center presented by Food & Wine magazine
*Explorations Speaker Series featuring experts on history, culture and cuisine of ports of call
 
Day 0: Buenos Aires, Argentina 9P

Day 1: Montevideo, Uruguay 7A - 4P

Day 2: At Sea

Day 3: Puerto Madryn, Argentina 10A - 6P

Day 4: At Sea

Day 5: Pt. Stanley, Falkland Islands 8A - 5P

Day 6: At Sea

Day 7: The Antarctic Sound

Day 8: South Shetland Islands

Day 9: Wilhelm Archipelago

Day 10: Cape Horn & Drake Passage

Day 11: Ushuaia, Argentina 7A - 1P

Day 11: Francia & Italia Glaciers

Day 11: Cockburn & Beagle Channels

Day 12: Punta Arenas, Chile 7A - 8P

Day 12: Strait of Magellan

Day 13: Canal Sarmiento

Day 14: Chilean Fjords

Day 15: Puerto Montt, Chile 8A - 5P

Day 16: At Sea

Day 17: Santiago, Chile 7A

 
         
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Expect to see hundreds of emperor penguins and Adelie penguins waddling to the sea; pods of killer whales hunting dinner; sea lions & amazing glaciers. Enjoy the vibrant city of Buenos Aires, often called the "Paris of South America." Explore Rio de Janeiro with an overnight stay...plenty of time to take in dinner & a samba show or enjoy the beaches and Sugarloaf Mountain.
 

The ms Veendam blends the very latest ship building technology with the artistry, personalized touches and superior service that has made Holland America line one of the highest rated cruise lines in the world.

Lowest inside cabin rates from $2,999 pp
Lowest ocean veiw cabin rates from $3,599 pp
Suites begin at $6,399 pp

Prices are per person, cruise only on double occupancy and reflect a snapshot taken in the last 24 hours of best fare pricing for rooms in each category. Prices include Government fees and taxes, but do not include fuel surcharges.

Pricing and availability subject to change without notice.

For real time pricing and availability please call a travel professional at 1-800-942-3301.

Fares do not include Fuel Supplement of $7.00 per guest, per day, with a maximum of $98 per guest.

What not included:

Items of a personal nature or optional programs and activities, such as alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, laundry & dry cleaning, shore excursions, medical, barber and beauty shop services.

 

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