Antarctica & Latin Wonders

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  • Itinerary
  • What's Included
  • FAQ
  • Dates

Embark on an unforgettable journey with the "Antarctica & Latin Wonders" tour, exploring the vibrant cultures and breathtaking landscapes of South America and Antarctica. Begin in the dynamic city of Rio de Janeiro, where you'll marvel at iconic sights like Sugar Loaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer, and immerse yourself in Brazilian cuisine with a cooking class. Experience the awe-inspiring power of Iguazu Falls from both the Brazilian and Argentinian sides before delving into the rich history and vibrant neighborhoods of Buenos Aires. The adventure continues as you board the MS Fridtjof Nansen for a 10-night cruise, crossing the legendary Drake Passage to the pristine wilderness of Antarctica. Here, you'll witness extraordinary wildlife and stunning icy landscapes. Conclude your journey with a passionate tango show in Buenos Aires, celebrating the end of an epic adventure. Enjoy luxurious 5-star accommodations, guided tours, and all meals included throughout this remarkable expedition.

Highlights
  • Discover vibrant Rio, including the Selaron Steps and Sugar Loaf Mountain.
  • Feel the power of Iguazu Falls from both the Brazilian and Argentinian sides.
  • Explore Buenos Aires' barrios, including Palermo, Retiro, and La Boca.
  • Experience the life of a gaucho on a traditional estancia in the pampas.
  • Embark on a 5-day Antarctica expedition, witnessing extraordinary wildlife.
  • Cross the legendary Drake Passage, spotting seabirds and whales.
  • Enjoy a night of tango in Buenos Aires, the birthplace of this passionate dance.
Mode of Transport
Travel seamlessly with domestic transportation and a 10-night cruise on the hybrid-powered MS Fridtjof Nansen, offering a unique expedition experience across the Drake Passage to Antarctica, complemented by guided tours and included entrance fees.
Accommodation
Enjoy luxurious 5-star accommodations throughout your journey, including a 10-night cruise with Hurtigruten Expeditions, ensuring comfort and style as you explore the wonders of Antarctica and Latin America.
Optional Activities
Optional activities on the cruise may be available at an additional cost.
Experiences
A night of tango in Argentina

The Argentine tango is a dance of passion that represents life and love. There is nowhere better to see it showcased than Buenos Aires, on whose streets it was born; get swept up in the atmosphere on a night full of this drama-filled dance.


The Argentine Experience

Take a journey through Argentina's culinary traditions on this immersive dining experience. Showcasing all of the country's best-known bites, from steak to malbec wine to dulce de leche, there are two hands-on classes – how to make empanadas and all about yerba mate, Argentina's national drink. What better introduction to Argentine culture?


Rio Cooking Class

Embark on an epicurean exploration of Brazilian culture in an exciting cooking class. Discover traditional flavours and cooking techniques and explore the delicious range of locally grown ingredients, tasting everything as you go to geta better idea of Brazilian cuisine.


Hurtigruten Expeditions All Inclusive

Every HX journey is carefully crafted to deliver the adventure of a lifetime. Your experience includes daily excursions and activities, enriching moments at our onboard Science Centre, all meals, drinks, gratuities, and more including your very own HX jacket — everything you need for a seamless, unforgettable expedition.


Explore in Expedition Boats

Experience Hurtigruten Expeditions smaller, more agile and nimble expedition vessels which are perfect for adventure — these vessels are ideal for navigating ice floes, getting up close to seals and penguins, and reaching remote landing sites for guided explorations on foot.


Science & Education Program

An immersive learning experience, allowing you to find out more about the landscapes, plants and wildlife across Antartica, supported by experts along the way.


Destinations
  • Antarctica
  • Argentina
  • Brazil
  • Polar
  • South America
Tour Types
  • Polar
  • Wildlife Tours
  • Foodie and Wine Tours
  • Cultural
  • Sightseeing
  • Expedition Cruising

Location: Rio de Janeiro

Fly overnight to the dynamic city of Rio de Janeiro. On arrival, transfer to your hotel where the rest of the day is yours to relax and refresh or start soaking up the local culture.

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals: Dinner

Location: Rio de Janeiro

Fly overnight to the dynamic city of Rio de Janeiro. On arrival, transfer to your hotel where the rest of the day is yours to relax and refresh or start soaking up the local culture.

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals: Dinner

Location: Rio de Janeiro, Selaron Steps, Sugar Loaf Mountain

Spend the day visiting Rio's best bits. Admire the colourful mosaics of the Selaron Steps before soaring up to the heights of Sugar Loaf Mountain by cable car. At the top you'll have magnificent views over the city and its gorgeous setting of mountains, beaches and bays. This afternoon, take part in a cooking class, learning all about traditional Brazilian flavours and using local ingredients to whip up something delicious.

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Location: Rio de Janeiro, Christ the Redeemer, Cidade do Samba

Carry on exploring Rio, starting today with the city's most iconic sight, Christ the Redeemer. Riding up to the summit of the Corcovado by train, from the top you'll get more spectacular views. This afternoon is dedicated to Rio's most celebrated tradition, Carnival! Visit the Cidade do Samba, the creative heart of Carnival's production, to learn all about its history and the preparation behind it and try on one of the colourful costumes.

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Location: Rio de Janeiro, Foz do Iguaçu, Iguazu National Park, Garganta do Diabo, Iguazu National Park

Bid farewell to Rio and transfer to the airport for your flight to Foz do Iguaçu. On arrival, head straight into the beautiful nature of Iguazu National Park, which straddles the border between Brazil and Argentina, for your first look at Iguazu Falls. Board a glass elevator down to a viewing platform from where you can get an excellent view of the Garganta do Diabo (Devil's Throat), the waterfall's most dramatic cataract. Cross the border into Argentina.

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Location: Iguazu Falls

Explore the Argentinian side of the falls today. Wander trails that will give you a closer look at some of the smaller falls as well as getting a fantastic overview of the sheer size, power and magnificence of the falls as a whole. This evening, enjoy 'The Argentine Experience', where you'll learn key phrases in Spanish and the secrets of the country's cuisine as dine on quintessentially Argentinean food and drink.

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Location: Buenos Aires, Plaza de Mayo, Buenos Aires, Palermo, Buenos Aires, Retiro, Buenos Aires, Recoleta, Buenos Aires, Recoleta Cemetery, Buenos Aires, San Telmo, Buenos Aires, La Boca, Buenos Aires

Fly to Argentina's enchanting capital, Buenos Aires. Begin exploring as soon as you arrive, starting at the Plaza de Mayo, where you can admire some of the country's most important buildings. You'll also discover the barrios (neighbourhoods) of Palermo, Retiro, Recoleta (with a visit to its famous cemetery), San Telmo and La Boca, each with a personality and atmosphere of its own.

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Location: Pampas

Spend the day just outside the city on the vast, fertile grasslands known as the pampas, on a traditional estancia (ranch). Here you'll get some insight into the life of a gaucho, and after a typical Argentinian asado lunch, there will be a fun folklore show.

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Location: Ushuaia

Fly to Ushuaia. Called the ''End of the World'', Argentina's and the world's southernmost city. Transfer to the port and board your hybrid-powered expedition ship. Spend the rest of the day settling into your cabin, attending the expedition briefing and exploring the ship's facilities. While most activities onboard are included, there are a selection of optional activities which may be available at an additional cost. These are subject to conditions and a lottery-based allocation system.

Accommodation Name: MS Fridtjof Nansen

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Location: Drake Passage

Set sail towards Antarctica, embarking on a two-day crossing of the legendary Drake Passage. Where the Pacific and Atlantic oceans meet, at the very tip of the South American continent, the Drake Passage is an exhilarating sea crossing with chances to spot seabirds like albatrosses and petrels and whales in the waves. During this time at sea, your Expedition Team will give lectures and briefings to prepare you for the adventure that lies ahead. You can also visit the onboard Science Centre and relax in the spa and wellness area or Explorer Lounge & Bar.

Accommodation Name: MS Fridtjof Nansen

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Location: Drake Passage

Set sail towards Antarctica, embarking on a two-day crossing of the legendary Drake Passage. Where the Pacific and Atlantic oceans meet, at the very tip of the South American continent, the Drake Passage is an exhilarating sea crossing with chances to spot seabirds like albatrosses and petrels and whales in the waves. During this time at sea, your Expedition Team will give lectures and briefings to prepare you for the adventure that lies ahead. You can also visit the onboard Science Centre and relax in the spa and wellness area or Explorer Lounge & Bar.

Accommodation Name: MS Fridtjof Nansen

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Location: Antarctica

Your first glimpse of the 'White Continent' will be a moment you'll never forget, a vast, untouched kingdom of snow, ice, rock and water. Be prepared to be continuously awed by the sheer scale and silence of this ultimate wilderness as you explore. During your five days of Antarctic exploration, the itinerary will remain flexible to take advantage of the weather and conditions. You can expect landings and ice cruises, led by the Expedition Team, that allow you to get up close to extraordinary wildlife that include different species of penguins, whales and seals, and birds like the huge wandering albatross. Throughout your time here there will be lectures on wildlife, history, climate and conservation, to enrich your experience.

Accommodation Name: MS Fridtjof Nansen

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Location: Antarctica

Your first glimpse of the 'White Continent' will be a moment you'll never forget, a vast, untouched kingdom of snow, ice, rock and water. Be prepared to be continuously awed by the sheer scale and silence of this ultimate wilderness as you explore. During your five days of Antarctic exploration, the itinerary will remain flexible to take advantage of the weather and conditions. You can expect landings and ice cruises, led by the Expedition Team, that allow you to get up close to extraordinary wildlife that include different species of penguins, whales and seals, and birds like the huge wandering albatross. Throughout your time here there will be lectures on wildlife, history, climate and conservation, to enrich your experience.

Accommodation Name: MS Fridtjof Nansen

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Location: Antarctica

Your first glimpse of the 'White Continent' will be a moment you'll never forget, a vast, untouched kingdom of snow, ice, rock and water. Be prepared to be continuously awed by the sheer scale and silence of this ultimate wilderness as you explore. During your five days of Antarctic exploration, the itinerary will remain flexible to take advantage of the weather and conditions. You can expect landings and ice cruises, led by the Expedition Team, that allow you to get up close to extraordinary wildlife that include different species of penguins, whales and seals, and birds like the huge wandering albatross. Throughout your time here there will be lectures on wildlife, history, climate and conservation, to enrich your experience.

Accommodation Name: MS Fridtjof Nansen

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Location: Antarctica

Your first glimpse of the 'White Continent' will be a moment you'll never forget, a vast, untouched kingdom of snow, ice, rock and water. Be prepared to be continuously awed by the sheer scale and silence of this ultimate wilderness as you explore. During your five days of Antarctic exploration, the itinerary will remain flexible to take advantage of the weather and conditions. You can expect landings and ice cruises, led by the Expedition Team, that allow you to get up close to extraordinary wildlife that include different species of penguins, whales and seals, and birds like the huge wandering albatross. Throughout your time here there will be lectures on wildlife, history, climate and conservation, to enrich your experience.

Accommodation Name: MS Fridtjof Nansen

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Location: Antarctica

Your first glimpse of the 'White Continent' will be a moment you'll never forget, a vast, untouched kingdom of snow, ice, rock and water. Be prepared to be continuously awed by the sheer scale and silence of this ultimate wilderness as you explore. During your five days of Antarctic exploration, the itinerary will remain flexible to take advantage of the weather and conditions. You can expect landings and ice cruises, led by the Expedition Team, that allow you to get up close to extraordinary wildlife that include different species of penguins, whales and seals, and birds like the huge wandering albatross. Throughout your time here there will be lectures on wildlife, history, climate and conservation, to enrich your experience.

Accommodation Name: MS Fridtjof Nansen

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Location: Drake Passage

Head north, back across the Drake Passage. Spend these two days reflecting on your adventures in Antarctica, sharing stories with fellow travellers, unwinding with spa treatments and relaxing into the peaceful rhythms of the voyage.

Accommodation Name: MS Fridtjof Nansen

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Location: Drake Passage

Head north, back across the Drake Passage. Spend these two days reflecting on your adventures in Antarctica, sharing stories with fellow travellers, unwinding with spa treatments and relaxing into the peaceful rhythms of the voyage.

Accommodation Name: MS Fridtjof Nansen

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Location: Ushuaia, Buenos Aires

Bid farewell to the MS Fridtjof Nansen as you disembark in Ushuaia and fly back to Buenos Aires. This evening you'll have a memorable farewell dinner at a passion-filled Tango Show. With music, dancing, singing and delicious food, it is a thrilling way to end your journey.

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Location: Buenos Aires

Fly home to the UK from Buenos Aires, arriving the same or following day.

Meals: Breakfast

Included
  • 5* Accommodation
    -The tour includes 5-star accommodation throughout the journey.
  • 10 Night Cruise
    -Enjoy a 10-night cruise with HX - Hurtigruten Expeditions.
  • Domestic Transportation
    -Domestic transportation is included in the tour package.
  • Touring with Guides and Entrance Fees
    -Guided tours and entrance fees to attractions are included.
  • Cruise Gratuities
    -Gratuities for the cruise are included in the package.

Not Included
  • Optional Activities
    -Optional activities on the cruise may be available at an additional cost.
Yes, all meals are included in the tour package.
We allow children 12 years and over on our group tours. We recommend that families with children of any age take advantage of our private or tailormade tours. This will give you more flexibility while on tour.
Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date.
During the cruise to Antarctica, you can expect landings and ice cruises led by the Expedition Team, allowing you to get up close to extraordinary wildlife such as penguins, whales, seals, and birds like the wandering albatross. There will also be lectures on wildlife, history, climate, and conservation.
At Iguazu Falls, you will explore both the Brazilian and Argentinian sides. You will board a glass elevator to a viewing platform for an excellent view of the Garganta do Diabo (Devil's Throat) and wander trails for a closer look at the smaller falls and the overall magnificence of the falls.
In Buenos Aires, you will explore various barrios, visit the famous Recoleta Cemetery, and enjoy a memorable farewell dinner at a Tango Show, which includes music, dancing, singing, and delicious food.
Your Final Travel Documents are usually sent to you 2-3 weeks prior to your departure. Your travel pack will include your tour itinerary, hotel details, flight e-tickets and a travel guide. If you have booked with a travel agent, your tickets will be dispatched to your travel agent unless we have been otherwise informed.
If, after our confirmation invoice has been issued, you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, we will endeavour to make these changes, but it may not always be possible. Any changes to confirmed bookings need to be sent to us in writing via your travel agent. Please refer to our booking conditions for further information and fees.
Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date. If a share partner is found, the Single Supplement will be removed from your booking. If a share partner is not found, the Single Supplement will remain and is payable with your final balance in line with our normal booking conditions. Either way, our Operations Team will contact you around 75 days before departure to let you know whether a share partner has been found or not. We regret that Happy to Share requests cannot be accepted within 75 days of departure. Wendy Wu Tours reserves the right to change or withdraw this arrangement at any time.
The Argentine Experience is an immersive dining experience where you learn key phrases in Spanish, discover the secrets of Argentina's cuisine, and dine on quintessentially Argentinean food and drink.
The Drake Passage is a legendary sea crossing where the Pacific and Atlantic oceans meet. It is known for its exhilarating conditions and offers chances to spot seabirds like albatrosses and petrels, as well as whales.
The tour includes 5-star accommodation and a 10-night cruise with HX - Hurtigruten Expeditions.
Our passengers generally enjoy the mixture of British, Australian and American clients on tour. Occasionally we are joined by English-speaking passengers from other countries.

You will have the option to book your own flights independently with the operator.

Dates Price Availability
11-Jan-2027
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Single £34910.00
11-Jan-2027
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Single Flight Included £35660.00
11-Jan-2027
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Twin £17240.00
11-Jan-2027
for 0 Nights
Twin Flight Included £17990.00
11-Jan-2027
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Twin - Happy to Share (See FAQs) £17240.00
11-Jan-2027
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Twin - Happy to Share (See FAQs) Flight Included £17990.00

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Start:Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Finish:Buenos Aires, Argentina
Group size:12 - 28
Suitable for: 12-99
Physical rating:Level2
Tour operated in: English
Tour Reference: 2781
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