22-Day ~ Antarctica Knitting Cruise (Feb 2023)
Holland America Line
South America and Antarctica
Start Date:
February 2, 2023
End Date:
February 24, 2023
South America and Antarctica ~ Itinerary
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Arrival Date:
February 2, 2023
Departure Date: February 3, 2023
Departure Time:
06:00 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.
Montevideo, Uruguay
Arrival Date:
February 4, 2023
Arrival Time:
08:00 AM
Departure Date: February 4, 2023
Departure Time:
11:00 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.
Punta del Este, Uruguay
Arrival Date:
February 5, 2023
Arrival Time:
08:00 AM
Departure Date: February 5, 2023
Departure Time:
04:00 PM
Known as the St. Tropez of Uruguay for its miles of beautiful, pristine beaches, sports activities, shopping, and temperate climate, Punta del Este offers something for everyone. Choose a gentle bayside beach or dramatic Atlantic beach with perfect surfing waves; explore the colonial and modern architecture of downtown and shop for local treasures; and visit Casa del Pueblo - a modern art museum that was once the home of celebrated Uruguayan artist Carlos Paez Vilaro.
At Sea
Arrival Date:
February 6, 2023
Departure Date: February 6, 2023
While at sea you can enjoy the vast amenities offered aboard the cruise ship. Craft Cruises holds various classes during times at sea.
Puerto Madryn, Argentina
Arrival Date:
February 7, 2023
Arrival Time:
09:00 AM
Departure Date: February 7, 2023
Departure Time:
05:00 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.
Day at Sea
Arrival Date:
February 8, 2023
Departure Date: February 8, 2023
Explore the ship and enjoy taking our various classes.
Stanley, Falkland Islands
Arrival Date:
February 9, 2023
Arrival Time:
08:00 AM
Departure Date: February 9, 2023
Departure Time:
05:00 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.
At Sea
Arrival Date:
February 10, 2023
Departure Date: February 10, 2023
While at sea you can enjoy the vast amenities offered aboard the cruise ship. Craft Cruises holds various classes during times at sea.
Antarctic Experience
Arrival Date:
February 11, 2023
Departure Date: February 14, 2023
After a day and a half crossing the Drake Passage, which separates South America from Antarctica, your Holland America ship will arrive at the White Continent. You’ll begin your Antarctic Expedition...
Day at Sea
Arrival Date:
February 15, 2023
Departure Date: February 15, 2023
Explore the ship and enjoy taking our various classes.
Cape Horn and Drake Passage
Arrival Date:
February 16, 2023
Departure Date: February 16, 2023
Cape Horn and Drake Passage - Scenic Cruising
Ushuaia, Argentina
Arrival Date:
February 17, 2023
Arrival Time:
09:00 AM
Departure Date: February 17, 2023
Departure Time:
03:30 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.
Glacier Alley
Arrival Date:
February 17, 2023
Departure Date: February 17, 2023
Glacier Alley - Scenic Cruising
Beagle Channel
Arrival Date:
February 17, 2023
Departure Date: February 17, 2023
Beagle Channel - Scenic Cruising
Punta Arenas, Chile
Arrival Date:
February 18, 2023
Arrival Time:
10:00 AM
Departure Date: February 18, 2023
Departure Time:
10:00 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.
Strait of Magellan
Arrival Date:
February 18, 2023
Departure Date: February 18, 2023
Strait of Magellan - Scenic Cruising
Amalia Glacier
Arrival Date:
February 19, 2023
Departure Date: February 19, 2023
Amalia Glacier - Scenic Cruising
Chilean Fjords
Arrival Date:
February 20, 2023
Departure Date: February 20, 2023
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.
Puerto Chacabuco, Chile
Arrival Date:
February 21, 2023
Arrival Time:
07:00 AM
Departure Date: February 21, 2023
Departure Time:
03:00 PM
Here in the heart of the Chilean archipelago, discover stunning scenery: dense rain forests, bright-blue lakes and snow-covered mountain peaks.
Puerto Montt, Chile
Arrival Date:
February 22, 2023
Arrival Time:
08:00 AM
Departure Date: February 22, 2023
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.
At Sea
Arrival Date:
February 23, 2023
Departure Date: February 23, 2023
While at sea you can enjoy the vast amenities offered aboard the cruise ship. Craft Cruises holds various classes during times at sea.
San Antonio (Santiago), Chile
Arrival Date:
February 24, 2023
Arrival Time:
07:00 AM
Departure Date: February 24, 2023
San Antonio is a major South American cargo port facility and is the capital of the San Antonio Province in the Valparaiso Region. San Antonio is the largest port in South America and is the hub for Chile's fishing industry. The population is around 90,000.