Brazil & Argentina & Chile & Antarctica
Rio de Janeiro, Iguassu Falls, Buenos Aires & cruise to Antarctica
Gentoo Tour - 20 Night Itinerary
Experience Rio, the spectacular Iguassu Falls and stylish Buenos Aires. Then fly to Ushuaia and cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula on the classic and stable M/V Sea Spirit.
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Travel Highlights
- Enjoy the wonderful cosmopolitan cities of Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires
- Observe awe-inspiring Iguassu Falls from the Brazilian and Argentine sides
- Stay in the Gran Melia hotel in Iguazu, with direct views of the spectacular falls
- Sail to Antarctic on the M/V Sea Spirit with maximum 114 passengers
- Enjoy more time on excursions ashore in Antarctica than on large cruise ships
- Staying in a spacious, luxury suite on board the M/V Sea Spirit
- Drinks included on the November 2026 - February 2027 cruises
- Explore the icy landscapes, with sheltered bays, huge glaciers and icebergs
- Encounter penguins, sea birds, seals and whales on daily excursions ashore
Tour Route
- Rio de Janeiro - 4 Nights
- Iguassu Falls - 1 Night
- Buenos Aires - 3 Nights
- Ushuaia - 1 Night
- Antarctica Peninsula Cruise - 10 Nights
- Fly to Buenos Aires - 1 Night
This itinerary can be tailored to your preferences by our specialist advisors, who can provide a guaranteed price based on your choice of departure date, route, duration, flights, cabin, hotels, transport and excursions.
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Rio de Janeiro
4 NightsDay 1 - Depart the UK and fly to Rio de Janeiro
Day 2 - Arrive in Rio
Day 3 - Guided tour of Rio
Day 4 - At leisure in Rio
Day 5 - At leisure in Rio
- Full Description
- Accommodation
Fly to Rio de Janeiro
Depart the UK on an overnight flight with British Airways to Rio de Janeiro.
Monday, 23 June 2025
Arrive in Rio de Janeiro
Arrive in Rio de Janeiro in the morning. On arrival, you will be met by our guide and transferred to the Ritz Copacabana Hotel hotel for a 4-night stay including accommodation and breakfast. Your guide will also provide a short introduction and orientation to the local area.
Tuesday, 24 June 2025
Full day guided tour of Rio Rio de Janeiro
This morning, your guide will meet you at your hotel to take you on an in-depth tour of this most exhilarating and historic city, including a visit to the incredible Christ the Redeemer statue overlooking the city.
Wednesday, 25 June 2025
At leisure in Rio de Janeiro
Today you are free to enjoy Rio at your own pace. Perhaps head for Ipanema beach or a coffee in cosmopolitan Leblon. Our guide can also arrange optional excursions, depending on your interests.
Thursday, 26 June 2025
At leisure in Rio de Janeiro
Your final day in Rio to enjoy as you please.
Paulo Giffoni
Hotel Arpoador
Arpoador is a modern hotel with a relaxed, informal style symbolised by the casual designer uniforms worn by the staff. Ideally located between Ipanema and Copacabana, one side faces a busy street with large trees and the other side faces a charming pedestrian waterfront promenade along Ipanema beach and the sea. The hotel's restaurant room…
Ritz Copacabana
The Ritz Copacabana Boutique Hotel is situated just 100m from Copacabana white sandy beach's and close to the bars and restaurants.
The 46 modern rooms and suites are air-conditioned with cable TV, mini bar and free Wi-Fi. The Ritz is an ideal retreat for leisure holiday in the centre of the action.
Public areas include…
Fairmont Copacabana
Located by Copacabana Beach with views of Sugar Loaf Mountain, the Fairmont Rio de Janeiro, Copacabana is one of the top luxury hotels in Rio. The hotel has been inspired by the glamour carioca in the 1950's, with elegant and stylish public areas and guest rooms.
The hotel has two swimming pools, a spa, sauna, fitness…
Iguassu Falls
1 NightDay 6 - Fly to Iguassu Falls (Brazilian Side) & onto the Argentinian side
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- Accommodation
Fly to the Iguassu Falls
Transfer to the airport for a domestic flight to Foz do Iguassu, where you will be met by our guide and explore the falls from the Brazilian side. Later in the afternoon, cross the border into Argentina and transfer to the Gran Melia Hotel for a 1-night stay including breakfast. The hotel is located directly next to the Argentinean side of the Iguazu waterfalls, so it is easily step onto the start of trails and explore this incredible sight from your hotel.
Marco Zampirolo
La Reserva Virgin Lodge
Located in the forest outside of the town of Puerto Iguazu, and 15 minutes from the falls, La Cantera Jungle Lodge has rooms in a series of bungalows connected by raised walkways. The rooms are spacious and well appointed, with a balcony looking out into the forest as well as private facilities and air conditioning.…
Gran Melia Iguazu
Set within the Iguazu National Park the Gran Melia Iguazu Hotel is a three-story hotel with spectaculars views of the magnificent Iguazu Falls. It is the only hotel with rooms that look directly over the Falls.
The superb public facilities include an infinity pool with views of the Iguazu Falls, the Yasi Spa and health club,…
Awasi Iguazu
Awasi Iguazú is located on the Argentinian side of the Iguazú Falls. The hotel has the same philosophy as all Awasi hotels: assigning a private vehicle and guide per room to provide guests with personalised services and tailor-made experiences.
The 14 suites (including one master suite) are located in a private reserve on the edge of…
Buenos Aires
3 NightsDay 7 - Fly to Buenos Aires
Day 8 - Guided tour of Buenos Aires
Day 9 - At leisure in Buenos Aires
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- Accommodation
Fly to Buenos Aires
Today enjoy exploring the Iguazu Falls from the Argentine side. Don't miss the chance to walk to the giant u-shaped cascade at Devil's Throat. In late afternoon, transfer to the airport and fly to Buenos Aires. Our guide will transfer you the well-located De La Americas hotel for a 3-night stay including breakfast.
Sunday, 29 June 2025
Buenos Aires
This morning enjoy a guided tour of Buenos Aires, named the “Paris of South America” for its turn of the century French architecture. We visit La Boca, with its brightly coloured houses, the cathedral, the Recoleta area and the Presidential Palace, with its famous balcony where successive leaders have made appearances. Optional dinner and tango show in the evening.
Monday, 30 June 2025
At leisure in Buenos Aires
Today you are free to explore Buenos Aires on your own, or choose from a number of optional tours and excursions: tango classes; traditional bars and cafes of San Telmo; Colon Theatre; Evita & Peronism tour; art in Buenos Aires; Argentine Dinner experience; Buenos Aires' Jewish heritage; hidden Buenos Aires; underground tunnels of Buenos Aires; the life and times of Diego Maradona; estancias of the Pampa; Delta del Tigre day trip; day trip across the Rio Plata to Uruguay.
Emiliano Carrascal
Cyan Hotel de las Americas
An elegant hotel with spacious rooms and situated in the heart of the Barrio Norte, an elegant residential and commercial district, within comfortable walking distance of the exclusive shops of the Santa Fe and 9 de Julio avenues. All 162 rooms have private facilities, TV and telephone, mini-bar, and air-conditioning. There is 24 hour room…
Mine Hotel Boutique
This boutique hotel is located in the heart of Palermo Soho, metres from Plaza Julio Cortazar and many other touristic points of the city such as La Boca, San Telmo, and the Plaza de Mayo.
With strong Thai influences mixed with modern elements, the ground floor is warmly decorated. There are 3 rooms types, all…
Sofitel Buenos Aires Recoleta
Located in the elegant Recoleta neighbourhood, Sofitel Recoleta is a luxurious 5-star hotel providing an authentic experience.
The comfortable, air-conditioned, double or twin rooms have free WIFI, private bathroom, safe, mini bar, city or garden views.
Public areas include the Alma Buenos Aires restaurant specialising in seasonal local meats and vegetables. There is also a swimming pool,…
Ushuaia
1 NightDay 10 - Fly to Ushuaia
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- Accommodation
Fly to Ushuaia
Transfer to the airport and fly to Ushuaia. On arrival, check into your hotel for a 1-night stay including breakfast. The rest of the day is free to explore Ushuaia.
Albatros Hotel
Located overlooking the Beagle Channel, just a minute’s walk from the port of Ushuaia and the city's shopping centre, and only 300 metres from the End of the World Museum.
The spacious air-conditioned rooms have private bathroom, room service, safe, TV free Wi-Fi, hair dryer, coffee making facilities and mini bar.
Public facilities include the…
Arakur Ushuaia Resort & Spa
Situated on a natural balcony 800 metres above Ushuaia, Arakur Resort offers contemporary luxury rooms surrounded by panoramic views of the mountains, the bay and Ceroo Alarken nature reserve.
There is a spa with indoor and outdoor pools and hot tubs, and the restaurant serves excellent international cuisine.
The rates include breakfast.
Antarctica Peninsula Cruise
10 NightsDay 11 - Ushuaia & embark the M/V Sea Spirit
Day 12 - Crossing Drake Passage
Day 13 - Crossing Drake Passage
Day 14 - Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands
Day 15 - Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands
Day 16 - Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands
Day 17 - Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands
Day 18 - Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands
Day 19 - Return via Drake Passage
Day 20 - Drake Passage
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- Accommodation
Ushuaia & Embarkation
Morning at leisure to explore Ushuaia. Afternoon transfer to the port and embark the M/V Sea Spirit for your 9-night expedition cruise to Antarctica. Settle into your suite. We set sail south along the Beagle Channel.
Thursday, 03 July 2025
Crossing Drake Passage
After transiting the Beagle Channel and passing the islands of Tierra del Fuego, we head south across the Drake Passage. Pelagic seabirds including the majestic albatross are common in these waters and can readily be viewed from panoramic open decks or from exterior stateroom windows and balconies. On the way we cross the Antarctic Convergence, the biological boundary of the Southern Ocean. The ship’s stabilising fins provide comfort in the event of rough seas. Briefings, orientations, and lectures from our expert staff prepare you for our arrival in Antarctica.
Friday, 04 July 2025
Crossing Drake Passage
We continue sailing southbound. Enjoy further lectures and briefings from the expert guides in preparation for our arrival in the White Continent.
Saturday, 05 July 2025
Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands
This is expedition cruising at its most authentic. Our route and exploration opportunities in Antarctica are heavily dependent on weather and ice conditions. Our experienced captain and expedition leader decide the itinerary and continually adjust plans as conditions and opportunities warrant. We take advantage of long daylight hours to exploit every opportunity to experience excellent wildlife viewing, amazing scenery, and excursions via Zodiac.
The Antarctic Peninsula region contains some of the world’s most impressive scenery and some of Antarctica’s best wildlife viewing opportunities. Protected bays and narrow channels are surrounded by towering mountain peaks covered in permanent snow and immense glaciers. Icebergs of every size and description complete an image of incomparable beauty. Waters rich with krill are home to a variety of whale and seal species. The whole area is alive with penguins foraging at sea and forming large nesting colonies at special places on land. The area is also home to Antarctic research stations of various nationalities. Some stations have a gift shop and post office.
Sunday, 06 July 2025
Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands
The South Shetland Islands are the northernmost islands in Antarctica and will likely be our first sighting of land. This wild and beautiful island chain contains numerous landing sites with abundant wildlife and historical significance. Among them is Deception Island, where the flooded caldera of an active volcano harbors an abandoned whaling station. Farther south, on the Antarctic Peninsula, the vast Gerlache Strait area contains sheltered bays, accessible wildlife, and stunning scenery. Places with names like Paradise Bay are the epitome of everything Antarctic: glaciated mountains, towering icebergs, feeding whales, seals on ice floes, and bustling penguin colonies.
At the southern end of Gerlache Strait is the famous Lemaire Channel, also known as “Kodak Gap” because of the photogenic way the mountainous sides of the narrow channel are reflected in calm waters strewn with icebergs. Our days in Antarctica are filled with memorable excursions, sumptuous meals, presentations by our experts, and enough incredible scenery and wildlife to fill your camera and overwhelm your emotions.
Monday, 07 July 2025
Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands
Continue exploring the Antarctic Peninsula today, with an excursion ashore.
Tuesday, 08 July 2025
Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands
More guided shore excursions today. Perhaps take an optional tour by kayak.
Wednesday, 09 July 2025
Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands
Your final day exploring this magical world.
Thursday, 10 July 2025
Return via Drake Passage
After our amazing time in Antarctica we cross back north through the bountiful waters of the Drake Passage. Presentations and workshops by our expert staff, as well as our range of onboard recreation facilities, ensure that these days at sea are not idly spent.
Friday, 11 July 2025
Towards Ushuaia
We continue sailing through Drake Passage back to Ushuaia. After some final lectures and relaxing with new found friends, enjoy the end of voyage ceremonies including slideshow and farewell dinner.
Sea Spirit
View the M/V Sea Spirit amazing Antarctica video
The 114 passenger M/V Sea Spirit is our favourite Antarctica expedition vessels for size and value allbeit, slightly old fashioned in decoration. It has a comfortable and welcoming feel, with spacious cabins, lounge areas and superior manoeuvrability. Guests are infused with an adventurous spirit by the enthusiastic crew…
Fly to Buenos Aires
1 NightDay 21 - Fly to Buenos Aires
Day 22 - Fly back to the UK
Day 23 - Arrive in the UK
- Full Description
Fly to Buenos Aires
Disembark the Sea Spirit after breakfast and transfer to the airport for your flight to Buenos Aires. On arrival, transfer to the De Las Americas Hotel for your final night in South America.
Sunday, 13 July 2025
Fly back to the UK
Transfer to the airport for your overnight British Airways flight back to the UK.
Monday, 14 July 2025
Arrive in the UK
Arrive back in the UK in the morning.
Price Guidelines
| Season | High Season |
|---|---|
| Travel Dates | 29 Jan, 7 Feb, 18 , 29 Nov 2026. 10, 20 Feb 2027 |
| Room Arrangement | First |
| Multiple Travellers - Twin Rooms | £17,675 |
Prices are a guideline per person, for travel within the next year and booking early and are subject to availability. Please see below what is included and request a detailed quotation with a guaranteed price for your specific departure date and for Special Events, Summer, Christmas, New Year's Eve & Easter.
What's Included
- 23 Days / 20 Nights
- International flights (2 overnights)
- Internal flights
- All transport as described
- Accommodation as shown on the itinerary
- 10-night Antarctica Expedition Cruise aboard M/V Sea Spirit in a main deck suite
- All meals & excursions on the cruise
- Captain's welcome and farewell reception
- Soft drinks, wine, beer and house spirits on Nov 2026-March 2027 departures
- Parka Jacket and rubber boots for shore landings
- All port fees on the cruise
- Excursions listed, all with expert, English-speaking guides
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