The journey begins with a charter flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia in Argentina, where the expedition ship departs through the Beagle Channel into the South Atlantic. The route first heads to the wildlife-rich Falkland Islands, with stops at West Point Island and Saunders Island, before visiting the capital Port Stanley.

Sailing east across open ocean, the voyage continues to the remote island of South Georgia, including historic sites such as Grytviken. From there, the ship turns south toward the icy expanse of the Antarctic Peninsula, where highlights include the spectacular Lemaire Channel and landing areas like Mikkelsen Harbour.

After exploring Antarctica, the route heads north across the Southern Ocean, eventually returning to Ushuaia, completing a comprehensive expedition linking South America, the Falklands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula.

Day 1 – Ushuaia

Nestled in the foothills of the snow-capped Martial Range, Ushuaia’s colourful streets and mismatched buildings cascade from the imposing mountains before coming to an abrupt halt at the shores of the Beagle Channel. As one of the world’s southernmost cities, Ushuaia carries its ‘end of the world’ reputation well. The moody weather and dramatic surroundings certainly help. Before embarking, guests enjoy a seamless start to their journey with a Swan Hellenic–organised charter flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, ensuring a smooth and comfortable transition to the edge of the world.

Board your boutique ship before departing for your journey through one of the most captivating wilderness regions of the world

Day 2 – Day at sea

Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers

Day 3 – West Point Island

Birdlife is the big draw on this lush sheep-farming island, where thousands of rams and ewes roam. Settled by British explorers in 1765, the island’s unique scenery includes golden sand beaches filled with the cacophony of rockhopper, gentoo and Magellanic penguin colonies, and the pillar-shaped nests of black-browed albatross. Nine of the Falklands’ 14 endemic plants, including silvery buttercup and hairy daisy, grow here and are a real treat

Day 3 – Saunders Island

Black-browed albatross grace the skies over this remote Falkland Island, while Commerson’s dolphins play in its waters. With a sparse population of people and sheep, the island is also a sanctuary for fur seals, rockhopper penguins, Magellanic penguins and imperial cormorants, nesting amid its cliffs and the impressive Cliff Mountain. Hiking through the moss-covered terrain unveils beautiful wildflowers like pink-petalled Felton’s

Day 4 – Port Stanley

Anyone familiar with Britain’s trademark red post boxes might spot a resemblance in this British outpost. Port Stanley, on East Falkland, is the tiny capital of the Falkland Islands and is small enough to get around on foot. The Historic Dockyard Museum is devoted to maritime history and exploration. Magellanic penguins gather on the beach at nearby Gypsy Cove, and sea lions and dolphins frolic in the harbour

Days 5-6 – Day at sea

Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers

Days 7-10 – South Georgia

Often called the ‘Galapagos of the Poles,’ South Georgia has a number of landing sites with tens of thousands of King Penguins and gentoo penguins, making up some of the largest populations in the world alongside harrumphing elephant seals. Among its remarkable sites is Grytviken, the historic whaling station where legendary British explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874–1922) is laid to rest

Day 11 – Day at sea

Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers

Days 12-16 – Antarctic Peninsula

Among captivating glaciers, majestic icebergs and snowy islands, the Antarctic Peninsula is where most visitors to the White Continent live their Antarctica dream. It’s the most accessible part, with scientific bases and incredible scenery, like the photogenic Lemaire Channel. Shore excursions might include Mikkelsen Harbour, where among gentoo penguins, snowy sheathbills and skuas, Antarctic Weddell seals haul out
Optional Activities:
Snowshoeing in Antarctica

Days 17-18 – Day at sea

Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers

Day 19 – Ushuaia

What’s INCLUDED:

• Charter flights to the port of embarkation/ disembarkation (Longyearbyen, Ushuaia, Kangerlussuaq, Nuuk, Honiara, Jayapura and Sorong)
• Group return transfers from airport to cruise port and to the hotel (where included)
• One night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast in a 4/5-star hotel (exemptions apply)
• Your selected stateroom
• All meals onboard
• Complimentary hot & cold beverages, beer, wine & spirits any time throughout your cruise
• 24-hour room service
• Lecture programs by expedition team and guest speakers
• One selected shore excursion per port of call
• All expedition landings
• Entry level WI-FI (upgraded packages available)
• Gym, sauna, pool
• 24/7 self service laundry
• Waterproof backpack and refillable water bottle, yours to keep
• In polar regions: branded parka, yours to keep and use of rubber boots
• Memory Package
• Onboard gratuities & port taxes

Enhance your experience

You also have the option of adding some extra special services to your cultural cruise experience (additional charges apply):

• Air fares (unless otherwise stated)
• Premium alcoholic beverages
• Travel insurance
• Spa & beauty treatments
• Optional land programmes and hotel accomodation pre or post cruise
• Laundry services
• Premium and private shore excursions
• Kayak and private Zodiac tours in the expedition areas
• Retail shop purchases
• Quick turnaround laundry service, allowing you to travel as light as you like

To confirm reservations, a deposit of 20% of the cruise package price is due upon handing over of the security certificate. For suite bookings the down payment will be 30% of the cruise package price.

The remaining payment is due 120 days before the start of the trip, provided that the security note has been handed over.