Antarctic Voyage with Brazil Highlights

Fly to the cosmopolitan city of Buenos Aires and head for the Recoleta district on arrival, where your hotel awaits. This evening, meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers at a welcome reception. Stay Two Nights: Buenos Aires, Alvear Palace Hotel (B)

This morning, delve deeper into Buenos Aires' sights on a city tour. Discover the must-visit destinations, including Recoleta Cemetery, the colourful streets of La Boca, and the trendy neighbourhood of Palermo. This evening, meet for a ship briefing in anticipation of our exciting cruise ahead. (B)

• Take a tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park, where you can experience the rugged natural beauty of Argentina's southern tip. If you're lucky, you may spot a roaming guanaco (a close relative of the llama).

Sail across the Drake Passage, the cruising gateway to Antarctica. Learn about the adventures ahead during informative, interactive and entertaining presentations on the wildlife, history and geology of Antarctica, delivered by your expert Expedition Team. (B/L/D)

On arrival in Antarctica, your itinerary exploring this magical world of ice and water becomes flexible. Your Captain will chart a course based on the most exciting sights and the most favourable ice and weather conditions. Each day on your cruise you'll enjoy Zodiac rides. Visit penguin rookeries, seal colonies and keep an eye out for orca, humpback and minke whales that frequent these waters.

Head to Deception Island, an active volcano, once home to a whaling station. You may also have the opportunity to stop at the Port Lockroy scientific base. From here, you can send a postcard with a rare Antarctic stamp. (B/L/D)

Signature Experiences:

• Delight in a unique itinerary which allows you to maximise your discovery of the enchanting Antarctic Peninsula, from thrilling Zodiac expeditions to enthralling shore landings.

Return across the Drake Passage. Enjoy time on board and wildlife spotting. (B/L/D)

Today, disembark your ship in Ushuaia and fly to Buenos Aires. Stay Two Nights: Buenos Aires, Alvear Palace Hotel (B)

• Perhaps head to the island town of Tigre and enjoy a cruise; discover the Parisian character of Buenos Aires' architecture; or join a fascinating tour of the iconic and majestic Teatro Colon, considered the world's leading opera house by acoustic finesse, and immerse yourself in the city's sophisticated high arts scene.

• Stay close to Iguazu Falls at the Gran Melia Iguazu, the only hotel within Iguazu National Park, Argentina.

• Get up close to the roaring cascades of Iguazu Falls on an included jet boat safari, or for a special bird's-eye view, soar over the falls on a helicopter flight.

• At Gran Melia Iguazu, enjoy a sommelier-led wine tasting, sampling wines from different Argentine regions alongside delicious cheese pairings.

This morning, make your way to Parque das Aves (Bird Park). The park spans five hectares and is home to over 800 species of birds including flamingos, toucans and parakeets – just to name a few. Later, fly to Rio de Janeiro.

On arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel located on the famous Copacabana Beach. Stay Three Nights: Rio de Janeiro, Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel (B)

Today you will travel to Corcovado mountain to see the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue. As you visit one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, look out to stunning views across the city. For lunch, delight in a mouthwatering meal of Brazil's renowned barbeque fare.

Later as the sun sets, ride a cable car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain for panoramic views of this spectacular city. (B/L)

• Cruise the beautiful Guanabara Bay on a schooner boat or take a colonial walking tour and pass the Metropolitan Cathedral and National Library among other key sights.

Your adventure comes to an end today following breakfast with a transfer to the airport for your onward flight. (B)