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21-Day ~ Antarctica & South America (Jan 2017)

Holland America Line

South America & Antarctica Explorer

Start Date:

January 10, 2017


End Date:

January 31, 2017


South America & Antarctica Explorer ~ Itinerary

Buenos Aires, Argentina
Arrival Date: January 10, 2017
Departure Date: January 11, 2017 Departure Time: 05:00 PM

Buenos Aires conjures up an image of sophistication, romance, friendly people, Latin sizzle, fabulous meals and robust Argentine wine. Commonly referred to as "The Paris of South America", Buenos Aires is to many, much more appealing and affordable than many other world-class cities.


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Montevideo, Uruguay
Arrival Date: January 12, 2017 Arrival Time: 07:00 AM
Departure Date: January 12, 2017 Departure Time: 04:00 PM

Montevideo, Uruquay is a friendly and refined city, less cosmopolitan than many of the other cities in Argentina and Brazil while still offering plenty of sightseeing possibilities. As Uruguay's major business center, Montevideo still practices colonial customs including siestas, long lunches and high tea.


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Day at Sea
Arrival Date: January 13, 2017
Departure Date: January 13, 2017

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Puerto Madryn, Argentina
Arrival Date: January 14, 2017 Arrival Time: 10:00 AM
Departure Date: January 14, 2017 Departure Time: 06:00 PM

Puerto Madryn is located in Patagonia and is an area that is virtually untouched and has been explored by few. Most known for its gorgeous landscapes, incredible fauna and marine wildlife. Punto Tombo is home to one of the largest colonies of Magellanic penguins in the world.

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At Sea
Arrival Date: January 15, 2017
Departure Date: January 15, 2017

While at sea you can enjoy the vast amenities offered aboard the cruise ship. Craft Cruises holds various classes during times at sea.


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Stanley, Falkland Islands
Arrival Date: January 16, 2017 Arrival Time: 08:00 AM
Departure Date: January 16, 2017 Departure Time: 04:00 PM

Stanley is the only true town in the Falkland Islands and is also one of the most remote and smallest capitals in the world. The islands are windswept, treeless and boggy, which lends itself to a perfect setting for the many colonies of Penguins, including Gentoo, King and Magellenic penguins. Because the winds and seas around Port Stanley are so fierce, about only half of the cruise ships scheduled to stop actually make it. With the rough seas hampering even the navigation of the tenders, it's not surprising that the harbor and surrounding areas have more shipwrecks than any other harbor in the world. When the tide is out, you can see up to 20 hulls of shipwrecks from the 19th century shipping trade.


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Day at Sea
Arrival Date: January 17, 2017
Departure Date: January 17, 2017

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The Antarctic Sound
Arrival Date: January 18, 2017
Departure Date: January 18, 2017

Hope Bay (Esperanza Station), Paulet & Elephant Islands (Scenic Cruising)


At Hope Bay the scarlet chalets of Esperanza, an Argentine military and scientific station, stand in stark contrast to the white ice. On Paulet Island as several million Adélie penguins nest on every available beach. And at Elephant Island, hear the riveting account of Shackelton's ill-fated expedition and the crew s heroic daily struggle to survive.

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The Danco Coast
Arrival Date: January 19, 2017
Departure Date: January 19, 2017

Scenic Cruising

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The Palmer Archipelago
Arrival Date: January 20, 2017
Departure Date: January 20, 2017

The Palmer Archipelago

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At Sea
Arrival Date: January 21, 2017
Departure Date: January 21, 2017

While at sea you can enjoy the vast amenities offered aboard the cruise ship. Craft Cruises holds various classes during times at sea.


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Cape Horn and Drake Passage
Arrival Date: January 22, 2017
Departure Date: January 22, 2017

Cape Horn and Drake Passage - Scenic Cruising

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Ushuaia, Argentina
Arrival Date: January 23, 2017 Arrival Time: 07:00 AM
Departure Date: January 23, 2017 Departure Time: 01:00 PM

Ushuaia, Argentina is the southernmost city in the World and offers everything from the sea, mountains and forests. Surrounded by lakes, bays, forests and glaciers this extremely colorful town is flanked by the Beagle Channel and the Andes mountains. The climate in Ushuaia is far from what you would expect that close to Antartica. Unlimited sporting opportunities abound in Ushuaia. From mountain biking, horseback riding, hiking, climbing, diving and sport fishing, there is something for everyone. If you would rather, you can enjoy a day trip along the Beagle Channel and Lapataia Bay in Tierra del Fuego National Park and take in the spectacular sights of southern Argentina.


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Glacier Alley
Arrival Date: January 23, 2017
Departure Date: January 23, 2017

Glacier Alley - Scenic Cruising

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Beagle Channel
Arrival Date: January 23, 2017
Departure Date: January 23, 2017

Beagle Channel - Scenic Cruising

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Punta Arenas, Chile
Arrival Date: January 24, 2017 Arrival Time: 08:00 AM
Departure Date: January 24, 2017 Departure Time: 04:00 PM

Punta Arenas is another beautiful, colorful city and the gateway to Chilean Patagonia. The dividing line between Antarctica to the south and Patagonia to the north, Punta Arenas is the capital of Chile's wool industry and first became a thriving city during the California gold rush when it served as a port for clipper ships. Perhaps one of the most dazzling places on earth, Chilean Patagonia boasts many islands, mountains, glaciers and icebergs in a truly beautiful arrangement.


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Strait of Magellan
Arrival Date: January 24, 2017
Departure Date: January 24, 2017

Strait of Magellan - Scenic Cruising

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Canal Sarmiento
Arrival Date: January 25, 2017
Departure Date: January 25, 2017

Be among the lucky few to spend a glorious day scenic cruising through Tierra del Fuego and the snow-capped peaks and ethereal blue glaciers of Canal Sarmiento. Cutting through Chile's Torres del Paine National Park, this majestic waterway is surrounded by other-worldly beauty. Enjoy breakfast or lunch on your private verandah and watch as Amalia Glacier comes into view and witness countless seabirds that make their home in this dramatic landscape.

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Amalia Glacier
Arrival Date: January 25, 2017
Departure Date: January 25, 2017

Amalia Glacier - Scenic Cruising

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Chilean Fjords
Arrival Date: January 26, 2017
Departure Date: January 26, 2017

Fjords more spectacular than those in Norway or Alaska? See them here along the southern coastline of Chile . . .a 1,000-mile maze of virgin-forested islands, glistening glaciers and more fjords than in all of Scandinavia.

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Puerto Chacabuco, Chile
Arrival Date: January 27, 2017 Arrival Time: 08:00 AM
Departure Date: January 27, 2017 Departure Time: 05:00 PM

Here in the heart of the Chilean archipelago, discover stunning scenery: dense rain forests, bright-blue lakes and snow-covered mountain peaks.

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Castro, Isla Chiloe, Chile
Arrival Date: January 28, 2017 Arrival Time: 08:00 AM
Departure Date: January 28, 2017 Departure Time: 05:00 PM

A 30-minute ferry crossing away from mainland Chile across the Chacao Channel, verdant Isla Chiloe - the largest in the Chiloe archipelago - is another world. Sixteen wooden churches are clustered around Castro on the island's east coast, each with UNESCO World Heritage status. Traditional palafitos (houses on stilts) dot its shores. To the west, Chiloe National Park is home to foxes, sea lions and otters, and provides unspoiled terrain for horseback riding, sea kayaking and fishing. Many Castro houses are elaborately shingled with intricate designs, and the cathedral is a lovely, vaulted structure made with local hardwoods.

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Puerto Montt, Chile
Arrival Date: January 29, 2017 Arrival Time: 08:00 AM
Departure Date: January 29, 2017 Departure Time: 05:00 PM

Puerto Montt is tucked into a mountainside and was originally covered by a thick forest. Due to its close proximity to the open sea, an expedition began clearing the area in 1851 and building houses for the new inhabitants. Named for Manuel Montt who was the president of Chile when it was founded in 1852, this small town still enjoys Germanic influence from the days when the town was populated by German immigrants. As the capital of Chile's Lake District, Puerto Montt experiences 220 days of rain annually. Although there is plenty to do in town, the main focus of the area is the outdoor opportunities.


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Day at Sea
Arrival Date: January 30, 2017
Departure Date: January 30, 2017

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Valparaiso (Santiago), Chile
Arrival Date: January 31, 2017 Arrival Time: 07:00 AM
Departure Date: January 31, 2017

Santiago is the official capital of Chile with the cruise port actually located in the City of Valparaiso, a vibrant center of Chilean culture. Before traveling to Santiago, plan on spending some time in this beautiful resort town with cable cars, tiered city plans and the magnificent sea views. Enjoy an excellent three course meal at one of the many restaurants.


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