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CAA Hosted South America & Antarctica Explorer
Travel to the last true wilderness, where the days are longer, wildlife is abundant and the vistas captivate with their incredible beauty. Your journey begins in Buenos Aires, famed birthplace of the Tango and home to the gaucho. Spend three nights in the city known for its broad avenues, friendly inhabitants, and mouth-watering cuisine.
Next set sail for the "White Continent" in elegant comfort onboard Holland America Lines' ms Veendam. En route visit Montevideo, a cosmopolitan city that retains its colonial charm and Port Stanley nicknamed the "Scotland under the Southern Cross". Spend several days sailing amidst the frozen paradise of the "seventh continent" and thrill to its boundless beauty. Marvel at the pristine forests, spectacular glaciers and stunning beauty of the Chilean Fjords. The diversity of South America and charm of Antarctica await you on your Exploration voyage!
Tour Provider: Holland America Line
Bonus Feature/Exclusive Offer: $100 USD Shipboard Credit‡
Package Inclusions
- Return airfare Toronto to Buenos Aires / Santiago to Toronto
- 3-night Land Package including:
3 nights Superior First Class accommodation in Buenos Aires, Half-day city tour of Buenos Aires, Full-day Fiesta Gaucha Tour to Argentinean Ranch including barbeque lunch, Meals on land tour: 3 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner, 1 Dinner & Tango Show - 17-night South America & Antarctica cruise onboard Holland America Lines' ms Veendam
- Onboard meals and entertainment
- City tour of Valparaiso and Santiago including lunch
- Destination transfers
- CAA Host**
- Private CAA Cocktail Party on cruise**
**CAA Host and Private Cocktail Party based on minimum number of participants.
Itinerary, hotel and prices are subject to change without prior notice. In the event of an increase in any of the cost factors, CAA reserves the right to increase the price whereby the provisions of the Travel Industry Act shall prevail. ‡CAA Bonuses (if applicable) are per stateroom based on double occupancy. CAA South Central Ontario Travel and/or agents make arrangements for services offered on this page and act solely as agents for such services and cannot be held responsible for the acts or omissions on the part of suppliers. CAA Travel reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements (minimum number of participants) or circumstances beyond its control. Ontario Registration #50014518. CAA South Central Ontario 60 Commerce Valley Drive East, Thornhill ON L3T 7P9.
Ships' Registry: The Netherlands
- Antarctica - overwhelmingly beautiful land of jagged mountains, glaciers, enormous icebergs, endless horizons, penguins, birds, seals, walruses and whales
- Buenos Aires - Argentina's capital nicknamed the 'Paris of South America' and known for its bustling streets, grand avenues and incomparable nightlife
- Montevideo - charming and friendly capital of Uruguay rich in history, culture, and architecture
- Port Stanley, Falklands Islands - very 'British' roots seen in its pubs, neat gardens, 'bobbies', and red mailboxes
- Ushuaia, Argentina - located at the southernmost tip of South America and haled as the 'End of the World'
- Punta Arenas, Chile - charming historical center situated on rolling hills overlooking the Strait of Magellan
- Chilean Fjords - virgin forests, glistening glaciers, magnificent fjords, and snow-capped volcanoes
- Puerto Montt, Chile - port city of shingled houses, seafood restaurants, markets and great views of the towering Andes
- Valparaiso, Chile - 'the Jewel of the Pacific' and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
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| Day 1 | Depart Toronto for Buenos Aires |
| Day 2 | Upon arrival in Buenos Aires transfer to your hotel |
| Day 3 | Half-day city tour of Buenos Aires. Evening dinner & tango show |
| Day 4 | Full-day tour including Argentinean barbeque lunch |
| Day 5 | Transfer to pier for embarkation on the ms Veendam |
| Day 6 | Montevideo, Uruguay |
| Day 7 | Day at sea |
| Day 8 | Puerto Madryn |
| Day 9 | Day at sea |
| Day 10 | Port Stanley, Falkland Islands |
| Day 11 | Day at sea |
| Day 12 - 15 | Scenic cruising the Antarctic Sound, South Shetland Islands, Wilhelm Archipelago, Cape Horn and Drake Passage |
| Day 16 | Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego, Argentina Daylight passing Francia and Italia Glaciers Scenic cruising Cockburn & Beagle Channels |
| Day 17 | Punta Arenas, Chile Scenic cruising Strait of Magellan |
| Day 18 | Canal Sarmiento |
| Day 19 | Scenic cruising Chilean Fjords |
| Day 20 | Puerto Montt, Chile |
| Day 21 | Day at sea |
| Day 22 | Valparaiso, Chile. Disembark ship. Tour and lunch with transfer to Santiago airport for return flight to Toronto |
| Day 23 | Arrive in Toronto |
Holland America Line
From the moment you step aboard one of the mid-sized ships you will recognize the Holland America Line difference. We sail with nearly one crewmember for every two guests, providing the gracious, award-winning service that defines classic cruising.
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