12 Days / 11 Nights
1 Cities
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1N Santiago, Chile, 3N Drake Passage (Cruise), 1N Antarctic Sound , 4N Antarctic Peninsula, 1N Puerto Williams (Cruise),
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Tour Information
Embark on an unforgettable journey to Antartica, a continent of breathtaking landscapes and unparalleled wildlife, on our exclusive FIT tour, tailored to provide you with a truly personalized experience. As you traverse this frozen landscape, you will be accompanied by expert private guides who will ensure that your journey is not only comfortable but also filled with enriching experiences. Our Antartica Expedition FIT tour is designed to offer you the flexibility to create your own schedule, allowing you to soak in the majesty of this icy continent at your own pace.
From the moment you step foot in Puerto Williams, you will be treated to a world of comfort and luxury, with private transfers and personalized services that cater to your every need. Our team of seasoned travel experts will work closely with you to curate a bespoke itinerary that meets your unique preferences, ensuring that your holiday package is nothing short of extraordinary. Whether you are a seasoned traveler or embarking on your first adventure to Antartica, our FIT tour is the perfect way to experience the best of this incredible continent.
Why This Tour is Special
What sets our Antartica Expedition FIT tour apart is the level of customization and flexibility that we offer, allowing you to tailor your journey to suit your interests and preferences. From guided sightseeing tours to private excursions, every aspect of your tour is designed to provide you with a unique and unforgettable experience.
- Private guides and transfers for a personalized experience
- Flexible schedules to accommodate your preferences
- Customized itinerary to suit your interests
Destinations and Experiences
As you journey through Antartica, you will have the opportunity to witness breathtaking landscapes, incredible wildlife, and unique geological formations. From the stunning glaciers to the picturesque islands, every destination on our tour is carefully selected to provide you with an unforgettable experience.
Our Antartica Expedition FIT tour is the perfect way to experience the best of this incredible continent, with its rich history, diverse wildlife, and breathtaking landscapes. As part of the {{TourContinent}} region, Antartica offers a unique and unparalleled travel experience that will leave you with lifelong memories.
Travel Style and Comfort
At every stage of your journey, we prioritize your comfort and well-being, ensuring that you have a truly enjoyable and hassle-free experience. From luxurious accommodations to fine dining, every aspect of your tour is designed to provide you with the highest level of comfort and luxury.
Tour Itinerary
Arrive in Santiago, Chile, and make your own way to the hotel. Upon arrival, meet our representative for a detailed briefing about your Antarctica expedition and the upcoming travel arrangements. Check in to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure, allowing time to relax or explore the vibrant city before your polar adventure begins.
Meals: No Meals
- Arrive in Santiago, meet our representative, check into your hotel and relax before your Antarctica expedition begins.
Enjoy an early breakfast at the hotel before transferring to Santiago Airport for your charter flight to Puerto Williams. During the scenic 3.5-hour flight, savour authentic Chilean cuisine onboard. Upon arrival, transfer to the expedition ship, complete embarkation formalities, and settle into your luxurious suite as your Antarctic adventure officially begins.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Fly from Santiago to Puerto Williams, board your luxury expedition ship and begin your unforgettable Antarctic voyage.
Spend the day sailing across the legendary Drake Passage, one of the world's most famous sea crossings. Attend informative onboard lectures by expedition experts, admire breathtaking ocean views, and watch for seabirds, whales, and the first floating icebergs as you journey toward Antarctica.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Sail across the legendary Drake Passage while enjoying wildlife sightings, expert lectures and stunning ocean scenery.
Continue your voyage through the Drake Passage as spectacular icebergs and dramatic polar landscapes begin to appear. Keep your camera ready to spot penguins, whales, seals, and numerous seabirds while preparing for your first Antarctic landing.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Continue across Drake Passage with spectacular icebergs, whales, penguins and breathtaking Antarctic scenery.
Arrive at the magnificent Antarctic Sound, where weather permitting, enjoy an exciting Zodiac Cruise or guided shore landing. Marvel at towering glaciers, floating icebergs, and pristine polar landscapes while experiencing the untouched beauty of Antarctica.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Explore Antarctic Sound through Zodiac cruises or landings amid glaciers, icebergs and spectacular polar scenery.
Discover the incredible Antarctic Peninsula, home to remarkable wildlife and pristine landscapes. Depending on weather conditions, enjoy guided Zodiac cruises or shore excursions while observing Adélie, Chinstrap and Gentoo penguins, seals, and whales in their natural habitat.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Discover the Antarctic Peninsula with Zodiac cruises, penguins, whales, seals and breathtaking icy landscapes.
Continue exploring different landing sites across the Antarctic Peninsula, where every day offers new wildlife encounters and spectacular scenery. Witness massive glaciers, dramatic ice formations, and colonies of penguins thriving in one of the world's last untouched wildernesses.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Experience Antarctic wildlife, glaciers, penguin colonies and unforgettable Zodiac excursions across the peninsula.
Enjoy another memorable day discovering Antarctica's frozen wilderness. Cruise through icy channels, admire enormous icebergs, and observe humpback whales, leopard seals, Weddell seals, and countless seabirds during guided expedition activities.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Cruise through icy channels spotting whales, seals, seabirds and towering Antarctic ice formations.
Make the most of your final day in Antarctica with additional shore landings or Zodiac cruises, subject to weather conditions. Capture incredible photographs and enjoy your last opportunities to experience the extraordinary wildlife and landscapes of the White Continent.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Enjoy final Antarctic excursions with Zodiac landings, wildlife encounters and unforgettable polar experiences.
Bid farewell to Antarctica as your expedition ship begins the return journey across the Drake Passage. Relax onboard, attend fascinating presentations, enjoy premium dining, and reflect on your unforgettable Antarctic adventure.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Sail back across the Drake Passage while enjoying luxury onboard experiences and expedition presentations.
Arrive back at Puerto Williams and spend your final night onboard the expedition ship. Relax in luxurious surroundings, enjoy onboard amenities, and celebrate the successful completion of your remarkable Antarctic expedition.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Arrive at Puerto Williams and enjoy your final overnight stay aboard the luxury expedition ship.
Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the airport for your charter flight back to Santiago. Arrive in the late afternoon with unforgettable memories of one of the world's most extraordinary expedition experiences.
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- Fly from Puerto Williams to Santiago and conclude your unforgettable Antarctica expedition with lifelong memories.
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DaysWhat's Included
Accommodation & Transfers
✅ 01 night pre-stay accommodation at Silversea Hotel in Santiago.
✅ Santiago Hotel to Santiago Airport transfer.
✅ Puerto Williams Airport to Pier transfer.
✅ Pier to Puerto Williams Airport transfer.
✅ Charter/group flights from Santiago to Puerto Williams and Puerto Williams to Santiago.
Expedition Cruise Experience
✅ Accommodation onboard the expedition ship for the complete Antarctic journey.
✅ Butler services in every suite.
✅ Champagne welcome on arrival.
✅ Free in-suite dining service.
✅ 24-hour dining service onboard.
Meals & Beverages
✅ Choice of restaurants with diverse cuisine and open-seating dining.
✅ Beverages in-suite and throughout the ship, including selected wines, spirits, and champagne.
✅ Curated onboard dining experiences during the expedition.
Onboard Facilities & Entertainment
✅ Onboard entertainment activities.
✅ Access to Spa (Sauna) and Fitness Centre.
✅ Unlimited standard Wi-Fi onboard.
✅ Complimentary onboard gratuities.
Expedition Amenities
✅ Complimentary Silversea expedition parka, water bottle, and backpack.
✅ Professional expedition team assistance throughout the journey.
✅ Zodiac cruises and shore landings (subject to weather and safety conditions).
What's Not Included
Personal Expedition Gear
❌ Waterproof boots.
❌ Waterproof pants.
❌ Expedition poles.
❌ Any other personal outdoor equipment required for Antarctic activities.
Special Services & Personal Expenses
❌ Dining at speciality restaurants.
❌ Spa treatments.
❌ Personal shopping and purchases onboard.
❌ Any services or facilities not specifically mentioned in the inclusions.
Laundry & Additional Services
❌ Laundry services are not included. (Guests may use the complimentary self-service laundromat available onboard, as per cruise guidelines.)
❌ Any personal expenses such as telephone calls, additional beverages, or optional services.
Travel Documentation & Insurance
❌ International airfare unless specifically mentioned.
❌ Visa charges, passport-related expenses, and travel documentation.
❌ Travel insurance, medical insurance, and emergency evacuation coverage.
Weather & Operational Expenses
❌ Any additional costs arising due to weather conditions, operational changes, government regulations, or unforeseen circumstances.
❌ Any expenses caused due to itinerary changes, delays, or force majeure situations beyond the control of the cruise operator.
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Tour Policy
All Antarctic expeditions are subject to weather, sea ice, and wildlife conditions. The Captain and Expedition Team may modify the sailing route, landing sites, or Zodiac cruise schedule at any time to ensure passenger safety while providing the best possible expedition experience.
Shore landings, Zodiac excursions, and wildlife encounters are entirely dependent on environmental conditions and official expedition guidelines. Wildlife sightings, including penguins, whales, and seals, cannot be guaranteed, as animals roam freely in their natural habitat.
Guests must follow all safety instructions issued by the Captain, Expedition Leaders, and onboard staff throughout the journey. Participation in shore excursions and Zodiac landings may be restricted if weather conditions are unsafe or if guests are unable to meet the required physical fitness levels.
The expedition includes accommodation, selected meals and beverages, charter flights, transfers, onboard entertainment, Wi-Fi, gratuities, and expedition services as specified in the package. Personal expenses such as specialty dining, spa treatments, laundry, waterproof gear, travel insurance, visas, and other items not specifically mentioned remain the responsibility of the guest.
Guests are responsible for carrying valid passports, visas (if applicable), and all required travel documents before departure. Cancellation policies and applicable charges will be governed by the booking terms of the cruise line and the tour operator. Any changes due to weather, operational requirements, or government regulations will be managed in accordance with expedition safety protocols.
Tour FAQ
The Antarctic environment is highly unpredictable, and weather, sea ice, and wildlife conditions can change rapidly. For the safety of all passengers, the Captain and Expedition Team may modify landing sites, Zodiac cruises, and sailing routes while ensuring the best possible expedition experience.
You may have the opportunity to spot Adélie, Gentoo, and Chinstrap penguins, humpback and fin whales, Weddell, leopard, crabeater, and Antarctic fur seals, dolphins, and a variety of seabirds. Wildlife sightings depend on weather and natural conditions and cannot be guaranteed.
Yes. Your expedition includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and selected beverages throughout the cruise. Guests can also enjoy multiple onboard restaurants, in-suite dining, and a selection of wines, spirits, and champagne as per the cruise inclusions.
It is recommended to carry warm thermal clothing, waterproof gloves, woollen socks, sunglasses, sunscreen, and personal medications. While a Silversea Parka is provided, items such as waterproof boots, waterproof pants, and trekking poles are not included and should be arranged separately if required.
No prior expedition experience is required. Professional expedition leaders, experienced crew members, and onboard naturalists will provide safety briefings, guided shore landings, Zodiac excursions, and assistance throughout the journey, making the expedition suitable for first-time Antarctic travellers.
