Luxury Antarctica Fly-in Cruise

Enjoy a couple of days in bustling Santiago, Chile’s capital city. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Andes, Santiago is considered to have an understated charm. Sleek glassy skyscrapers share space with perfectly landscaped gardens, fascinating museums and stylish art galleries. There’s also a thriving culinary scene boasting fine dining establishments and a celebrated seafood market.

Spend a night in one of the southernmost cities in the world, Punta Arenas. The small city, with a population of around 130,000, is most commonly used as a stopover for those en route to the Torres del Paine National Park, cruises through the Straits of Magellan or flights to Antarctica. The city is very important to the region, being one of the largest ports in this isolated area.

Antarctica stands as one of the most captivating and unspoiled regions on Earth, one of the true final frontiers of the wilderness. This continent, with its breathtaking landscapes and varied wildlife, is both magnificent and pristine. Few places evoke the same spirit of adventure or the profound sense of achievement that comes from traversing the remarkable terrain of the White Continent.

This fly-in cruise allows you to see the astounding scenery of Antarctica without having to navigate the Drake Crossing, giving you more time to spend exploring, spotting wildlife and marveling at the memorable scenery.

As your Antarctic adventure draws to an end, you’ll voyage back to Chile by air. Witness the landscape shift from a stark canvas of ice to the earthy tones of rolling hills and the colourful hues of painted buildings fringing Punta Arenas’ coastline.

Return to Santiago for a final night of great food, fine wines, neighbourhood wanderings and relaxation in this great city. If there’s time, you will have your pick of excellent city tours, arranged by your travel designer and concierge. Perhaps stop by a great gallery or museum, or go shopping for Chilean crafts to take home as souvenirs.