Machu Picchu, Patagonia & Antarctica Ultimate Adventure
Machu Picchu, Patagonia & Antarctica Ultimate Adventure
From mysterious Incas to majestic icebergs, cruise the colourfully diverse Pacific coast of South America and cross to the icy continent of Antarctica.
From Machu Picchu down the Pacific coast
Your adventure begins in Lima, where you’ll catch a flight to Cusco, the culture-rich capital of the Inca empire. From here, a classic train ride through the mountains brings you to the ‘Lost City’ of Machu Picchu.
Heading back to Lima, you’ll board your expedition ship and begin cruising down the Pacific coast. From the abundant wildlife of the Ballestas Islands and the sun-drenched beaches of Arica to the Atacama Desert and historic La Serena, each day will be a journey of discovery.
From Patagonia to the icy seventh continent
Continuing south, you’ll explore the colourful UNESCO-listed city of Valparaíso, before venturing to Patagonia. You’ll be surrounded by vast fjords, rugged mountains and icebergs as we call at charming Castro, isolated Puerto Edén and breathtaking Puerto Natales. Cruising through the Beagle Channel to reach the tip of South America, you may even land at Cape Horn if conditions allow.
After crossing the Drake Passage, you’ll arrive at the frozen continent of Antarctica. Being late spring, the icebergs will be pristine and the penguins will be nest-building. No two days here will be the same. Our flexible itinerary makes the most of the weather and the wildlife, ensuring you have an unforgettable time in Antarctica.
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Day 1Lima, Peru
The City of Kings
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Day 2Lima/Cusco/Sacred Valley
Navel of the World
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Day 3Sacred Valley / Machu Picchu / Scared Valley
The Lost City of the Incas
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Day 4Sacred Valley/Cusco/Lima/Callao
Centre of the Incan Empire
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Day 5Paracas, Peru
Birds and brandy
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Day 6At Sea
Picture perfect
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Day 7Arica, Chile - Full day
City of everlasting spring
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Day 8Iquique, Chile - Half day
Chile’s premier beach resort
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Day 9At Sea
Relax on board
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Day 10La Serena, Chile - Anchored - Full day
The ‘City of Churches’
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Day 11Valparaíso, Chile
UNESCO’s `Jewel of the Pacific´
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Day 12-13At Sea
Enlightenment on the waves
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Day 14Castro, Chile - Anchored - Full day
Capital of Chiloé Island
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Day 15At Sea
Sailing south
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Day 16Anchored - Half day
Portal to paradise
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Day 17-18Puerto Natales, Chile - Full day
Bohemian bars with Andean views
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Day 19Chilean fjords
Going with the flow
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Day 20-21At Sea
Cape Horn and the Drake Passage
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Day 22-25Antarctic Peninsula
The fabled frozen continent
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Day 26-27At Sea
Back from the bottom of the world
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Day 28Ushuaia / Buenos Aires
A fond farewell
Departures
What’s included
Expedition Machu Picchu/Peru before the cruise
- One night in Lima and two nights at Hotel Tambo del Inka, including breakfast
- 3-course set lunch and dinner on Day 2 and 3, and packed lunch on Day 4
- Return economy flight Lima-Cusco-Lima
- All transfers and train rides as described, including English-speaking guide
- Entrance fee as listed in programme
Transfer
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Transfer from the ship to Ushuaia airport after the expedition cruise
Flights
- Flight in economy class from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires
Expedition Cruise
- Expedition cruise in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages (house beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water) in restaurants Aune and Fredheim
- À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Be aware that we sail in remote areas with limited connection. Streaming is not supported.
- Complimentary reusable water bottle to use at water refill stations on board
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organise and accompany activities on board and ashore
- Range of included activities
Onboard Activities
- Experts on the Expedition Team deliver in-depth lectures on a variety of topics
- Use of the ship’s Science Center which has an extensive library and advanced biological and geological microscopes
- Citizen Science programme allows guests to assist with live scientific research
- Professional onboard photographer gives top tips and tricks for the best landscape and wildlife photos
- Use of the ship’s hot tubs, infinity pool, panoramic sauna, outdoor and indoor gyms, and outdoor running track
- Informal gatherings with the crew such as daily recaps and preparation for the day to come
Landing Activities
- Escorted landings with small expedition boats
- Loan of trekking poles and all equipment for activities
- Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition Photographers help with your camera settings
Not included in your voyage
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Luggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
- Optional treatments in the onboard wellness and spa area
- All planned activities are subject to weather conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please make sure you meet all entry and boarding requirements
- No gratuities expected
- The land programme in Peru takes place at high altitudes (the city of Cuzco’s altitude is around 3.350 metres) and may require a certain level of physical fitness. The order of sights may vary.
MS Roald Amundsen
Year built | 2019 |
Shipyard | Kleven Yards |
Passenger capacity | 530 (500 in Antarctica) |
Gross tonnage | 20 889 T |
Length | 140 m |
Beam | 23,6 m |
Speed | 15 knots |
In 2019, Hurtigruten added a brand new ship to its fleet: the MS Roald Amundsen. The state of the art vessel features new and environmentally sustainable hybrid technology that will reduce fuel consumption and show the world that hybrid propulsion on large ships is possible.
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