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Buenos Aires • Ushuaia • Sail the Drake Passage • Antarctic Peninsula Expedition • Sail the Drake Passage • Ushuaia

Set sail on an ultra-luxury Antarctic expedition as you journey from Buenos Aires to the edge of the world aboard Scenic Eclipse. Sail the legendary Drake Passage in exceptional comfort before sailing deep into the Antarctic Peninsula for expert-led Zodiac and Discovery excursions among towering icebergs, penguin colonies, and roaming whales. Enjoy Scenic’s all-inclusive indulgence with butler service, world-class dining, and enriching onboard experiences, from festive White Christmas celebrations to the exhilarating polar plunge.

Day 1: Argentina
Flight from London Heathrow Airport to Buenos Aires Pistarini Airport via Frankfurt International Airport
Private Transfer Airport to Hotel

Day 2: Buenos Aires
Welcome to Buenos Aires, where youll have an overnight hotel stay. Perhaps plan to spend some time in the city, nicknamed the Paris of South America. Resplendent with Belle Epoque buildings, sidewalk cafes and green spaces, there's the fiery passion of Latin America a collective love for football, flame-cooked meats (asado) and the tango. Some of the highlights are La Boca, a colourful, creative mecca with a must-do art walk, and San Telmo, a former aristocratic neighbourhood that was abandoned during a 19th-century epidemic. Mansions were turned into conventillos (shared housing), boutique hotels, antique shops, and tango clubs, exuding a captivating bohemian vibe.
Shared Transfer Hotel to Airport

Day 3: Buenos Aires to Ushuaia
Fly from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, the main island of Tierra del Fuego and the southernmost city in the world. The Captain and crew will warmly greet you as you board your ultra-luxury Discovery Yacht, Scenic Eclipse. Toast the start of your once-in-a-lifetime expedition as you depart South America and cruise through the calm and scenic Beagle Channel, named so for the ship that carried Charles Darwin on his five-year discovery journey. Admire the dramatic views of the Andean mountains from the comfort of your private verandah or from the Observation Deck with its commanding view of the bow.

Day 4: Sail the Drake Passage
Wake up in your own time as we cruise across the Drake Passage, the infamous waterway that connects South America to Antarctica. Perhaps ask your butler for breakfast to be delivered to your spacious suite or meet fellow guests in the Yacht Club. Today, join an introductory presentation about your polar expedition by the Discovery Team in the state-ofthe-art theatre. Feel the excitement building as they explain how your Zodiac and other Discovery Excursions will work in the coming days. The theatre is where you can watch talks, lectures, movies and documentaries during the day. At night, enjoy world-class productions from musical theatre and cabaret to pop music, dance and fun interactive game shows.

Day 5: Antarctica
Today you will enter Antarctic waters, an unpredictable but stunningly beautiful environment that always surprises. Put on your complimentary polar parka and head to the Observation Deck to spot icebergs for the first time its a feeling that will stay with you forever. Watch out for whale blows in the distance and your expert polar Discovery team will be on hand to provide and answer any insightful information. Comprised of up to 20 members, this team of geologists, historians, ornithologists, marine biologists, and glaciologists is at the heart of your Antarctic Voyage.

Day 6: Antarctica
Arriving in Antarctica for the first time is unlike anything you have experienced before. Slide open the floor-toceiling doors of your verandah suite to see icebergs sculpted by nature and glacial mountains rising thousands of metres from the ocean. Antarctica is a birdwatcher's paradise, with more than 40 different species, so keep your eyes peeled for wandering albatrosses, which have the largest wingspan of any flying bird, as well as shearwaters, giant petrels, and more. Due to the extraordinary nature of the region, excursions throughout your Expedition Voyage depend on the ice and weather conditions. Your experienced Captain and specialist Discovery Team, who have made countless journeys to Antarctica, will use their expertise to design your voyage from day to day, making the most of 1820 hours of daylight.

Day 7: Antarctica
Portal Point, a former British refuge hut may be a potential landing site during your voyage.Or you may visit Deception Island as part of your itinerary. Nestled in the South Shetland Islands archipelago, it is one of the only places in the world that ships can sail directly into the centre of a submerged caldera of an active volcano. With her world-class design and state-of-the-art technology, Scenic Eclipse can sail through a rocky gap into the horseshoe-shaped harbour. The island is also home to a few small scientific outposts and hundreds of thousands of chinstrap penguins. Tonight could be the night you enjoy Sushi @ Kokos with your new friends. Stay up late in the bar or retire to the library for a moment of blissful solitude before bed.

Day 8: Antarctica
Various species of penguins can be found in Antarctic and the sub-Antarctic region, with around 12 million penguins living on the Peninsula, including Adlie, Chinstrap, Gentoo, and the very rare Emperor penguins. Guided by the expert Discovery Team, youll witness colonies up close; hear their mighty calls and watch as they clumsily waddle along and interact with each other. Whales are another majestic creature you may encounter, whether a minke, a humpback or an Orca. Watch them from the comfort of your ultra-luxury Discovery Yacht, in a Zodiac with an experienced Discovery Team member, or from their level in a kayak or stand-up paddleboard a breathtaking experience.

Day 9: Antarctica
Lemaire Channel. renowned for its picturesque views and often referred to as 'Kodak Alley', could be our next exciting destination. If during your voyage the Scenic Eclipse weaves through this channel, make sure you set your alarm and embrace the cool air from the Observation Terrace. Pass through the 11-kilometre-long channel, just 700 metres wide at its narrowest point, and be amazed at the dramatic rocky mountains and glowing blue icebergs so close to the ship. In between Scenic Discovery experiences, enjoy a specialty tea or coffee in the Observation Lounge and watch the world float by through Swarovski telescopes.

Day 10: Antarctica
On Christmas Day, enjoy a relaxed morning, perhaps with breakfast served by the butler to your spacious suite. Then rug up in your complimentary polar parka and head to the Observation Deck to spot icebergs for the first time its a feeling that will stay with you forever. Throughout the day, themed dining and entertainment experiences will keep the festive celebrations alive it will be the whitest Christmas youve ever had.

Day 11: Antarctica
Be sure to pack your swimming costume because you could be going for a swim today. For many, the polar plunge is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and a rite of passage on an expedition to Antarctica. Once throughout your voyage, Scenic Eclipse will stop, and the team will set up the marina ready for the brave people who want to jump into the freezing Antarctic waters. Excitement will spread through the Discovery Yacht, and you will start hearing the contagious nervous laughter. As you stand on the edge, ready to jump, you will feel the adrenaline rush while you second-guess whether this is a good idea. When you jump, the moment before you hit the water will feel like it goes forever, but soon, an invigorating, exciting, and surprisingly refreshing sensation will take over. If you choose to skip the polar plunge, make sure you find a good viewing location as you feel the chills of everyone coming out of the water. Join them for a cup of hot chocolate or toast with a glass of whiskey.

Day 12: Sail the Drake Passage
Cruising the Drake Passage back to the tip of South America, there is plenty of time to indulge in the ultraluxury of your Discovery Yacht and reflect on the magic moments youve experienced in the Southern Ocean. Freshly squeezed juice, steaming barista-made coffee or tea delivered to your door by the butler will help start your day. Head to the gym for an invigorating workout or the studio for a Pilates class, some guided stretching or aerial yoga. In the evening, settle in at the spacious Scenic Lounge Bar to enjoy your beverage of choice, whether it be
aged whiskey or a glass of wine. With Scenics signature all-inclusive ultra-luxury philosophy, indulge in top shelf spirits, over 130 whiskeys, a premium wine list and French champagne.

Day 13: Sail the Drake Passage
Have you visited the bridge yet? Thanks to the Captains open bridge policy, guests are welcome any time to learn more about the technical abilities of The Worlds First Discovery Yacht and see it in full operation. The bridge is also one of the best viewing areas on the ship. Make sure you book a treatment at the tranquil Senses Spa before your Discovery expedition ends. Perhaps an ESPA facial or an alternative therapy including Ayuverdic massage or Japanese shiatsu. Afterwards, hold on to that feeling of calm for a while longer in the Zen-like space of the Vitality Lounge.

Day 14: Ushuaia to Buenos Aires
Your voyage ends this morning as you farewell the crew and fellow guests. Disembark after breakfast to fly to Buenos Aires, taking away memories of a truly unforgettable experience.
Shared Transfer Port to Airport

Day 15: Buenos Aires
Private Transfer Airport to Hotel
Stay 3 nights at Park Tower, A Luxury Collection

Day 18: Departure
Private Transfer from Hotel to Airport

What is included in the offer:
• Return flights from Heathrow with 23kg baggage
• 1 night at a 5* Buenos Aires hotel with breakfast
• Buenos Aires to Ushuaia charter flight
• 11 nights all-inclusive cruise on board Scenic Eclipse
• All meals
• Complimentary premium beverages
• Butler service for every suite
• Complimentary full mini-bar restocked daily
• Use of the Senses Spa and fitness area
• Exclusive Scenic Enrich event
• Scenic Freechoice excursions
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• All gratuities
• Charter flight from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires
• 3 nights at the 5* Park Tower hotel, Buenos Aires, with breakfast
• All overseas transfers

Prices & Departures
Deposit: £3,525pp
• B27371 Heathrow from £18,999pp
• B27567 Manchester from £19,099pp
• B27570 Glasgow from £19,699pp
• B27564 Dublin from £19,399pp

Terms & Conditions:
Based on 2 adults sharing

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