
Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula
- ItineraryUshuaia to Buenos AiresDuration20 days
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Come aboard L'Austral for an unforgettable voyage.
Discover the Southern Ocean as you have never seen it before! Embark on a 19-day polar expedition cruise in the highest latitudes, from the Valdes Peninsula to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the immaculate lands of Antarctica.
You approach the frozen shores of the - almost - inaccessible White Continent, Antarctica. White shades take on a thousand nuances as it covers the icebergs, glaciers, mountains and frozen sea all around you. You will be one of the rare few travellers to have laid eyes on this legendary land, the theatre of the greatest expeditions and the witness of the most extraordinary adventures. Above all, you are in the realm of the penguins – Adelie, Gentoo, chinstrap – seals, whales and seabirds that accompany you on this unforgettable trip.
Your ship will soon take to the seas once again, to reach the mountainous island of South Georgia. It is there, in the midst of gigantic glaciers, that Sir Ernest Shackleton miraculously ran aground during the famous Endurance Odyssey in 1916. Today, king penguins, elephant and fur seals that have taken over the black-sand beaches dominated by the tall peaks that reveal the Scotia Arc.
You will continue your austral exploration further north, with the discovery of the Falkland Islands. As you sail in this archipelago of 200 islands, you will be escorted by sei whales. Composing the wild beauty of the shorelines are beaches of white sand, jagged cliffs, windswept moors and tall grass swaying with the wind.
Your expedition to the heart of the South Atlantic continues as you encounter the desert landscapes of Patagonia's Chubut province. Welcome to the Valdes Peninsula! This wildlife sanctuary, where the beauty of the underwater world is unmatched, also reveals numerous treasures on land. The scenery is composed of arid steppes, a rich and varied flora, and distinctive haciendas. In these unspoiled lands home to more than 180 bird species, orcas hunt young maned seals on the beaches under the watchful eye of the Magellanic penguins, as guanacos gallop across the arid plains and dusky dolphins swim around peacefully. Here, the majestic beauty of nature offers a gateway to a whole new world.
We are privileged guests in these extreme lands where we are at the mercy of weather and ice conditions. Landings on certain sites and the observation of certain wildlife cannot be guaranteed. They vary from day to day, making each PONANT cruise a unique experience. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, while complying with the safety rules and instructions imposed by the IAATO.
Your voyage
All-inclusive

Destination
Antarctica
Ushuaia to Buenos Aires
Duration
20 days, 18 nights on board
Expeditions
Night in buenos aires + flight buenos aires/ushuaia + transfer
No single supplement, PONANT Bonus 25%

Kayak Discovery Antarctica
Ref: UB144 - AU260227










Journey
Your daily itinerary
- Polar cruise in the Southern Ocean between the UNESCO-listed Valdes Peninsula, the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula.
- Polar landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula (hanging glaciers, tabular icebergs, ice floes, etc.), and the possibility of observing spectacular wildlife (albatrosses, penguins, elephant seals, sea lions, etc.).
- Activities: outings and shore visits in a rubber dinghy with an experienced team of naturalist guides, to discover the history and the incredible biodiversity of these parts.

Customize your journey:

Date
24 Feb 27

Date
20 Feb 27

Date
16 Mar 27

Date
16 Mar 27
Staterooms and suites
Elegance and refinement

Superior Stateroom
Guests
3
Size
21 m²

Deluxe Stateroom
Guests
2
Size
18 m²

Prestige Stateroom
Guests
2
Size
18 m²

Deluxe Suite
Guests
2
Size
27 m²

Prestige Suite
Guests
4
Size
37 m²

Owner Suite
Guests
2
Size
45 m²
*Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability, and subject to change at any time. The category of stateroom to which this price applies may no longer be available.
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Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula
Itinerary
Embarkation 26/02/27 from 16:00 to 17:00 Departure 26/02/27 at 18:00
26 Feb 27 - Ushuaia

Arrival 27/02/27 Departure 28/02/27
27 Feb 27 > 28 Feb 27 - Crossing the Drake Passage

Arrival 01/03/27 Departure 01/03/27
1 Mar 27 - The Weddell Sea exploration

Arrival 02/03/27 Departure 02/03/27
2 Mar 27 - Antarctic Peninsula

Arrival 03/03/27 Departure 04/03/27
3 Mar 27 > 4 Mar 27 - At sea

Arrival 05/03/27 Departure 07/03/27
5 Mar 27 > 7 Mar 27 - South Georgia

Arrival 08/03/27 Departure 09/03/27
8 Mar 27 > 9 Mar 27 - At sea

Arrival 10/03/27 Departure 10/03/27
10 Mar 27 - Port Stanley

Arrival 11/03/27 Departure 12/03/27
11 Mar 27 > 12 Mar 27 - At sea

Arrival 13/03/27 Departure 13/03/27
13 Mar 27 - Puerto Madryn

Arrival 14/03/27 Departure 15/03/27
14 Mar 27 > 15 Mar 27 - At sea

Arrival 16/03/27 early morning Disembarkation 16/03/27 at 8:00
16 Mar 27 - Buenos Aires

Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula
Included package
NIGHT IN BUENOS AIRES + FLIGHT BUENOS AIRES/USHUAIA + TRANSFER
Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula
Customize your journey
Tigre, argentinian little venice (1 night)

Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Day 1 - Buenos Aires / Tigre
After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port by our local representative.
After a panoramic tour of Buenos Aires, you will set off towards the city of Tigre, in the north of the Buenos Aires Province. At the southern end of the River Parana delta, you will discover this city scattered with canals. You will therefore be boarding a river boat in order to explore the great riches of its landscapes. You will be able to spot the second homes of the ‘Porteños’, the inhabitants of Buenos Aires, which are built on stilts and only accessible by the water. After around 40 minutes of sailing, you will reach El Descanso Island where you will have lunch and be able to enjoy some free time strolling around the magnificent gardens and admiring the works of art exhibited there.
Following your visit to Tigre, you will head back towards Buenos Aires and your hotel.
Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 - Buenos Aires
Breakfast, late check-out until 6pm. .
You will then be transferred to the airport in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
Your hotel:
Hotel Alvear Art *****
Alvear Art Hotel is located in the heart of the city's commercial and cultural district, next to the historic Plaza San Martin. It is a few steps from theatres and art galleries.
This hotel with its urban design has elegant and contemporary rooms with luxurious marble bathrooms. The hotel also has a restaurant and a bar with a warm atmosphere and international cuisine.
Your programme includes:
· 1-night accommodation at Alvear art hotel or similar, breakfast included.
· Meals as mentioned in the programme.
· Beverage package during meals (bottled water + 1 soft drink or 1 local beer or 1 glass of wine and 1 coffee or tea).
· Transfers mentioned in the programme.
· The services of a local English-speaking guide.
· Late check-out
Your programme does not include:
· Personal expenses.
· Tips for the driver and local guide.
· Other services not mentioned in the programme.
Please note:
· The country’s official currency is the Argentine peso. You will be able to pay for many purchases in US dollars (make sure you have some small denomination notes) or by credit card, accepted at most hotels, shopping centres and boutiques. You will also be able to withdraw Argentine pesos from cash machines.
· It is imperative that the details of your departure flight are provided to your travel agent, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise, to secure the proper private transfer.
· Kindly note that a minimum number of participants is required for this trip to proceed. As a result, both the price and itinerary may be adjusted based on the final number of participants. Should the minimum number not be met, we will offer you an alternative arrangement.
Contact of your hotel:
Hôtel Alvear Art
Suipacha 1036
Buenos Aires, ARGENTINA
Tel : + 54 11 4808-2100
Duration and order of the visits may vary.To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
670 €/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Iguazu falls (4 nights)

Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
The Iguazu Falls are among the most beautiful falls in the world. This programme will bring you closer to this wonder of nature.
Day 1 - Buenos Aires/Iguazu
Meet and greet at the pier by our local representative. After a panoramic tour, you will have lunch in a local restaurant in Buenos Aires.
After lunch, you will be transfered to the AEP airport for your domestic flight to Iguazu.
Meet and greet upon arrival of the flight Buenos Aires/ Iguazu selected by Ponant by our local guide. You will be transfered to 5 * Gran Melia hotel.
Leisure time
Dinner and overnight at the hotel
Day 2 - Iguazu
After breakfast, your visit of Iguazu National Park will start on the Brazilian side. It offers a panoramic view on this set of vertiginous falls, where you will realize then the size of the site. A walk of about one kilometer will take you the bottom of the falls.A natural border between Argentina and Brazil, the Iguazu River flows into the falls in 275 waterfalls, listed as UNESCO World Heritage. The Iguazu National Park, is located in a privileged place in the middle of the rainforest, offers you a marvelous show, with a fauna and a flora of astonishing diversity.
At the end of the day, transfer to the Gran Meliá Iguazu (or similar). Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 - Iguazu
Breakfast.
Your visit will proceed on with the Argentinean side of the Park. Narrow foot paths lead you through the rainforest and while you walk over bridges you discover new spectacular views of the waterfalls at each step. There are two main paths: an upper and a lower one. The upper path leads you over the edge of the falls. There you can appreciate the height up to 240 ft, and the contrast of the quiet water that turns into these spectacular rushing waterfalls under your feet. The lower path goes through the forest and reveals marvelous sights among the vegetation. You may see birds, butterflies and the famous coaties.
Lunch will be served in a local restaurant.
At the end of the visit, you will head back to the Gran Meliá Iguazu for dinner.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 - Iguazu/Buenos Aires
Breakfast followed by morning at leisure.
Lunch in a local restaurant.
You will be transferred to Iguazu airport in connection with the domestic flight to Buenos Aires selected by PONANT.
Transfer to the Hotel Alvear Art (or similar).
Check-in. Dinner at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 5 - Buenos Aires
After breakfast and check-out, time at leisure depending on your flight schedule.
You will then be transferred to Ministro Pistarini International Airport in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
Your hotels:
Hotel Alvear Art/Buenos Aires
Alvear Art Hotel is located in the heart of the city's commercial and cultural district, next to the historic Plaza San Martin. It is a few steps from theatres and art galleries.
This hotel with its urban design has elegant and contemporary rooms with luxurious marble bathrooms. The hotel also has a restaurant and a bar with a warm atmosphere and international cuisine.
Gran Meliá Iguazu 5*/ Iguazu
In the heart of the Iguazu National Park, the Gran Melia Iguaçu hotel invites you to experience an authentic stay facing one of the Seven New Wonders of Nature.
With art craft made by regional artists, the hotel offers comfort, peace and tranquillity while admiring the panorama of the Iguazu Falls.
You will enjoy the Argentinian restaurant, an infinity pool and tennis courts.
Rooms with views of the Iguazu falls are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.
Your programme includes:
· 3 nights in Iguazu, at the Gran Meliá Iguazu (or similar), in Deluxe room.
· 1 night in Buenos Aires, at the Hotel Alvear Art (or similar), in Standard Deluxe category room.
· Flights Buenos Aires/Iguazu/Buenos Aires in economy class.
· Meals and beverages during meals (mineral water + 1 soft drink or 1 beer + 1 tea or 1 coffee), as mentioned in the programme.
· Transfers as per programme.
· Late check-out on day 5 until 6pm
· English-speaking local guide.
· Entrance fees to both National Parks.
Your programme does not include:
· Lunch on day 1, dinner on day 4, and lunch on day 5.
· Personal expenses, and other services not mentioned in the programme.
· Tips for the guide and the driver.
Please note:
· It is imperative that the details of your departure flight are provided to your travel agent, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise, to secure the proper private transfer.
· The local currency is the Argentinian Peso. You will be able to make most of your purchases in USD (in small denominations) or by credit card, accepted in most hotels, shopping centres and boutiques. You will also be able to retrieve Pesos from the ATM's. In Iguazu, on Brazilian side, you can also use USD small denominations.
· Your main luggage will be stored at the Hotel Alvear Art (or similar) the day you will fly to the Iguazu Falls, we recommend you pack in a small carry on only what you need for the visit and the stay at the Falls, you will retrieve your main luggage upon returning to the Intercontinental when back from Iguazu Falls.
· Kindly note that a minimum number of participants is required for this trip to proceed. As a result, both the price and itinerary may be adjusted based on the final number of participants. Should the minimum number not be met, we will offer you an alternative arrangement.
Important notes about Brazil:
This programme includes a visit to the Brazilian side of Iguazu National Park. Should you require a visa for Brazil, we recommend you start the application early enough to obtain it on time.
Citizens whose nationality requires a visa for Brazil and who prefer not to go through visa expense and formalities, may prefer to forego the visit to the Brazilian side. In that case, you will enjoy time at leisure at your hotel The Loi Suites Iguazu. This hotel is located in a splendid jungle setting, surrounded by forest and at the river's edge. Enjoy relaxing by the pool or go on a nature walk in the forest. Please note there will be no compensation for not taking part in the visit of the Brazilian side of the falls.
Contacts of your hotels:
Hotel Alvear Art/Buenos Aires
Suipacha 1036
Buenos Aires, ARGENTINA
Tel: + 54 11 4808-2100
Hotel Gran Meliá Iguazu
Iguazu National Park
Misiones
03370
Telephone: (+54) 37 5749 1800
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
3,570 €/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Flights from/ to paris + tigre, argentinian little venice 1n (post)

3,010 €/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Flights from/ to paris + iguazu falls 4n (post)

5,910 €/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Flights from/ to paris + additional night in buenos aires before air package 1n (pre) + tigre, argentinian little venice 1n (post)

3,270 €/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Flights from/ to paris + additional night in buenos aires before air package 1n (pre) + iguazu falls 4n (post)

6,170 €/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Flights from/ to paris + argentinian noroeste discovery 5n (pre) + tigre, argentinian little venice 1n (post)

6,190 €/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Flights from/ to paris + argentinian noroeste discovery 5n (pre) + iguazu falls 4n (post)

9,090 €/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Flights from/ to paris in premium class + tigre, argentinian little venice 1n (post)

4,760 €/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Flights from/ to paris in business class + tigre, argentinian little venice 1n (post)

9,475 €/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Flights from/ to paris in premium class + additional night in buenos aires before air package 1n (pre) + tigre, argentinian little venice 1n (post)

5,020 €/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Flights from/ to paris in business class + additional night in buenos aires before air package 1n (pre) + tigre, argentinian little venice 1n (post)

9,735 €/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Additional night in buenos aires before air package (1 night)

Complete your Air Package experience with an additional night in Buenos Aires.
Day 1 - Buenos Aires
Meet at Buenos Aires Ezeiza International Airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
You will be transferred to your Air Package hotel. Early check in 11am.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 - Buenos Aires
Breakfast will be served at the hotel.
Day at leisure, before Air Package night.
In option : 4 hours private guided visit (with bilingual guide).
Your programme includes:
· 1 night in Buenos Aires, at your Air package hotel.
· Transfers and visits mentioned in the programme.
· Early check in 11am
Your programme does not include:
· Personal expenses and other expenses not mentionned in the program.
Please note:
· The local currency in Argentina is the Argentinian Peso. Foreign currencies are generally not accepted. You will be able to make most of your purchases by credit card, accepted in most hotels, shopping centers and boutiques. You will also be able to retrieve Chilean Pesos from the ATM's.
· It is imperative that the details of your departure flight are provided to your travel agent, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise, to secure the proper private transfer.
· Kindly note that a minimum number of participants is required for this trip to proceed. As a result, both the price and itinerary may be adjusted based on the final number of participants. Should the minimum number not be met, we will offer you an alternative arrangement.
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
260 €/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Argentinian noroeste discovery (5 nights)

Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
With this rich and varied programme, you'll discover north-western Argentina, the majesty of the Andes landscapes, with their salt deserts, colorful hills and vineyards.
Day 1 - Buenos Aires
Meet&greet at Buenos Aires Ezeiza International Airport in the Arrival hall.
Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
You will be transferred to the Sofitel Recoleta hotel (or similar).
Lunch, afternoon and dinner at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 - Buenos Aires - Salta
Breakfast.
You will be transferred to the airport to connect with the domestic flight selected by PONANT (subject to airline changes) to Salta.
Meet&greet at the airport by our local English-speaking guide.
Lunch will be served in a local restaurant.
You will be transferred to your hotel, the Legado Mitico (or similar) in the historic center of Salta.
Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 - Salta - Purmamarca
Breakfast.
Province of Jujuy discovery, famous for Humahuaca, a small Andean town 3000m above sea level, and its Quebrada, a Unesco World Heritage site. You'll enjoy a gastronomic experience in the heart of a vineyard, with food and wine pairings, before continuing your day's sightseeing.
You will then be transferred to your hotel in Purmamarca, where you will have dinner and spend the night.
Day 4 - Purmamarca - Salta
Enjoy breakfast.
You'll set off to discover the Salinas Grandes, endless stretches of salt dotted with softly blue pools. Enjoy an incredible gastronomic experience in the heart of the Pristine Camps. You'll continue your day's sightseeing before heading back to Salta, where you'll stay for two days at your Relais&Châteaux hotel, House of Jasmines.
Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 5 - Salta
Day at leisure in your Relais&Châteaux, where you can take advantage of the hotel's facilities. A local representative will be on hand to give you informations you need during your stay.
Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 6 - Salta- Buenos Aires
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your domestic flight to Buenos Aires, where you will join the Air Package group included in your cruise.
Your hotels :
Sofitel Recoleta *****
Located in the elegant Recoleta district, rooms at the Sofitel feature flat-screen TVs, free WiFi and minibars. They feature refined mahogany furnishings and bathrooms with separate bath and shower. The Sofitel Recoleta offers a full buffet breakfast, as well as an on-site restaurant serving contemporary Argentine cuisine.
Legato Mitico Salta boutique hotel ****
Set in a 1930s house in the heart of Salta's historic center, the Legado Mitico Salta boutique hotel combines contemporary and traditional Argentine style. Just a few steps from the 9 de Julio square, it offers exclusive rooms with free Wi-Fi, an indoor patio and a library with a fine selection of cultural and travel books.
Manantial del Silencio ****
Located in Purmamarca, at the foot of the famous Hill of Seven Colors, Hotel Manantial del Silencio features a large garden with swimming pool, rooms with free Wi-Fi, a spa and a restaurant. Rooms are bright and airy, with large windows offering views of the garden and mountains. You can enjoy Andean specialties and international dishes at the restaurant.
House of Jasmines Relais&Châteaux *****
At the foot of the Andes, the House of Jasmines Relais&Châteaux estancia welcomes you to its vast 100-hectare park, a place steeped in Quechua traditions. In the new restaurant La Table de House of Jasmines, you can admire the large fireplace, the old earthen oven where you can see the meats being grilled for the asado, and the breathtaking view of the Andes... The cuisine, simple and tasty, tells the story of fresh produce from the garden.
Your program includes :
· 1 night in Buenos Aires at the Sofitel Recoleta (or similar), in a Superior room with early check-in on day 1 (from 11 a.m.), breakfast included.
· 1 night in Salta at the Legado Mitico in a Deluxe room, breakfast included.
· 1 night in Purmamarca at the Manantial del Silencio, in a Standard room, breakfast included.
· 2 nights at the Relais&Châteaux House of Jasmines Salta, breakfast included.
· Economy-class domestic flights Buenos Aires/Salta/Buenos Aires.
· Meals and drinks as mentioned in the program.
· Transfers and visits as mentioned in the program.
· Services of a local English-speaking guide.
Your program does not include :
· Personal expenses and other services not mentioned in the program.
· Tips to drivers and local guides.
Contacts of your hotels :
Sofitel Buenos Aires Recoleta
Posadas 1232, C1011 Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina
+54 11 4819-1100
Hotel Legado Mítico Salta
Bartolomé Mitre 647, A4400 EHM, Salta, Argentina
+54 387 422-8786
Hotel El Manantial del Silencio
Ruta Nacional N52 Km 3,5, Y4618 Purmamarca, Jujuy, Argentina
+54 388 490-8080
House of Jasmines Relais&Châteaux
Ruta Nacional N 51 km 6 La Merced Chica, Salta, Argentina
+54 9 387 483-6329
Please note:
· If you have chosen a flight other than the one selected by PONANT: in order to book your transfer from the airport to your hotel, it is imperative that the details of your departure flight are communicated to your consultant, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise.
· Travelers must check the necessary formalities with the competent authorities of the countries concerned before departure. Maximum baggage weight: 23 kg.
· Kindly note that a minimum number of participants is required for this trip to proceed. As a result, both the price and itinerary may be adjusted based on the final number of participants. Should the minimum number not be met, we will offer you an alternative arrangement.
Tour durations are given for information only. The order of visits may be reversed. To find out the times of your PONANT flight, please contact your travel consultant, or refer to the electronic ticket enclosed with your travel book.
3,180 €/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula
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