Antarctica Explorer
13 Days | 2 Countries | Discover the “Last Continent”
This ultimate adventure takes you to the Antarctic peninsula, where you will witness towering glaciers, snow-covered landscapes, immense icebergs and once-in-a-lifetime wildlife viewing. In the footsteps of explorers such as Amundsen, Shackleton and Scott, you will be one of the few to discover the world’s last truly wild frontier. Each day brings new surprises and the opportunity to change plans to maximize wildlife sightings and adapt to ever-changing weather.
On Viking Savings Event save up to 35% on selected river, ocean and expedition voyages across Europe, Asia, Egypt and the USA, with offers varying by cruise type, plus the added benefit of flexible deposits in 2027 and 2028 departures.
From AU$18,645 per person departing 16 November 2027, based on a Nordic Balcony or a Nordic Junior Suite from AU$27,045 per person. Cruise subject to availability.
Nordic Junior Suite
Cruise Itinerary
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Arrive and check in to your hotel. Buenos Aires, Argentina’s cosmopolitan capital, is an eclectic combination of Latin and European influences. The tree-lined streets and postcolonial architecture draw on the city’s Spanish, French and Italian heritage, while the many cafés and bodegas and vibrant nightlife are decidedly Argentine. Its barrios, or neighborhoods, exude an intimate atmosphere that belies the city’s size. Full of bohemian flair, historic San Telmo’s cobblestone streets and Belle Époque–style buildings reverberate with the mesmerizing melodies of the tango.
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After breakfast, check out of your hotel and board your charter flight to your embarkation city. Ushuaia is the southernmost city in the world. Its splendid setting, tucked between the Beagle Channel and the southernmost slopes of the Andes, lends it an outpost atmosphere, as do the Antarctic explorers readying for the expeditions that depart from here. Ushuaia is the capital of and gateway to the celebrated Tierra del Fuego, the “Land of Fire,” named by Spaniards upon seeing the constant flames burned by the indigenous Yámana to keep warm. This largely unspoiled region comprises the large island of Tierra del Fuego and countless Chilean and Argentine islands.
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Named for 16th-century English privateer Sir Francis Drake, the frigid waters of the Drake Passage stretch for some 600 miles between Cape Horn and Livingston Island in the South Shetland archipelago. As you sail today, attend an informative lecture or watch a film on our 8k laser-projected panoramic screen in The Aula, one of the world's most advanced venues for learning at sea. This indoor-outdoor experience allows nature to take center stage with its retractable floor-to-ceiling windows that unveil 270° views.
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At once ethereal and majestic, Antarctica has inspired explorers and adventurers for centuries. In this icy wilderness, marvel at icebergs glimmering in serene bays and mountains cloaked in white rising from the mainland basalt cliffs. These stunning landscapes evoke both utter tranquility as fur seals lounge on a floating sheet of ice, and breathtaking drama as glaciers thunderously calve into the sea. In these cold and nutrient-rich waters, humpback, fin and giant blue whales have been known to greet expedition ships that venture into their habitat.
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The Drake Passage has a notorious reputation for being the roughest seas on Earth. Traversing it required braving massive waves, hurricane-force winds and icy conditions that tested the mettle of both sailor and ship. Soak up the views from the Finse Terrace, a unique outdoor lounge area named after a famous mountain plateau in south-central Norway. Relax amid your surroundings in comfort, with heated couches and lava rock “firepits,” allowing you to enjoy the outdoors no matter the temperature, as you admire the dramatic scenery or expansive ocean vistas.
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Rising above the point where the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans converge, Cape Horn, named for the Dutch city of Hoorn in The Netherlands, is part of the Hermite Islands archipelago. This remote, stark and treeless place is often considered the continent’s southernmost point. Soaring from Hornos Island is an enormous prehistoric-looking massif of Jurassic volcanic rock. Atop, stands its historic lighthouse near the water’s edge. A beacon of assurance and safety for countless sailors since 1991, it is the world’s southernmost traditional-style lighthouse.
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Disembark your ship and transfer to the airport for your charter flight. Bid farewell to your fellow travelers and journey home from Buenos Aires.
Viking Inclusive Value
Pricing covers everything you need—and nothing you don’t.
12 day expedition visiting two countries and multiple ports/landings
One nights accommodation in Buenos Aires
Return chartered flights between Buenos Aires and Ushuaia
One complimentary landing or shore excursion in every port of call
Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances
Kayaks, Zodiacs & Special Operations Boats — A Viking Expedition Kit with a variety of equipment to explore at no extra charge
All Viking excursion gear needed for any relevant excursions with Viking expedition jacket to keep
All onboard meals
Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
Complimentary access to The Nordic Spa & Fitness Centre
Self-service launderettes
Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
Port taxes & fees
Onboard tipping & gratuities
Extend Your Journey
Add more discovery to your adventure with Viking’s Pre- and Post-Cruise Extension packages. Whether you explore your embarkation or disembarkation city in more depth—or venture somewhere entirely new—these thoughtfully curated stays let you make the most of your overseas flight and travel time.
Available in a selection of exciting destinations, extension options vary by itinerary and are subject to change.
Buenos Aires
Disembark your ship in Ushuaia and fly to Buenos Aires, where you will be met by a Viking Representative and escorted to your hotel. After check-in, you may spend time relaxing or exploring the city at your leisure.
Includes One night in Buenos Aires including breakfast & all transfers. Jan-Dec from AU$299 per person
Pre Cruise: Iguazú Falls & Buenos Aires
Explore the Atlantic Forest and witness the majestic Iguazú Falls up close. With an expert guide, immerse yourself in nature as you discover the myths and legends of the falls.
Admire vibrant and cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, home of the tango, and enjoy an enchanting performance.
Includes One night Buenos Aires & 3 nights at Iguazú Falls, 11 meals: 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 4 dinners. 6 guided tours: Buenos Aires Panoramic Drive; Rojo Tango Show & Dinner; Jungle Bicycle Ride; Iguazú Falls; Zodiac Cruise & Jungle Truck; La Lorenza Eco Reserve Hike & Kayak. Fully escorted by your Viking Tour Director. Roundtrip flight from Buenos Aires to Iguazú Falls and all transfers
Jan-Dec from AU$7,999 per person.
Post Cruise: The Best of Peru (Fully Guide Tour)
Immerse yourself in the ancient Incan civilization of the Peruvian Andes as you spend 5 nights exploring their sacred sites.
Discover the well-preserved structures of Machu Picchu, a UNESCO Site. Learn more about the traditions of the Andean people, and experience modern Peru in Lima and Cuzco.
Includes 2 nights Sacred Valley of the Incas, 1 nights Cuzco, 2 nights Lima, 13 meals: 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 4 dinners, 4 guided tours: The Village of Flowers; Ollantaytambo Fortress; Machu Picchu; Cuzco City Tour. Fully escorted by your Viking Tour Director, flights from Buenos Aires to Lima, Lima to Cuzco and Cuzco to Lima and first-class rail from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu; scenic rail journey from Machu Pichu to Cuzco. All transfers
Jan-Dec from AU$8,999 per person
*Prices are per person, in Australian dollars and for Australian and New Zealand residents only. They are based on double occupancy, subject to availability and correct at time of publication, 15 April 2026. All offers are subject to availability and valid only for new bookings on selected departures. Cruise extensions have seasonal pricing, and the from price should be used as a guide only. Viking reserves the right to correct errors or omissions and to change any fares, fees and surcharges at any time. Travel agent service & credit card fees may apply. Contact your Wanderlust Travel Expert for full details.
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