Arrive in Ushuaia at any time. Arrival transfer included. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the world's most southerly city.
Day 1 Ushuaia
Free morning to explore Ushuaia. Embarkation on the G Expedition begins in the afternoon at the port in Ushuaia.
Day 2 Ushuaia (1B, 1D)
Get to know your Expedition team with a day at sea. Enjoy a few introductory presentations on safety and what we may be seeing throughout the trip.
Day 3 South Pacific Ocean (1B, 1L, 1D)
Disembark in Punta Arenas, located on the edge of the Straight of Magellan. Choose between two full-day included options. Opt to visit the 95-year-old Estancia Olga Teresa for a taste of the Patagonian "huasos" daily life. Enjoy a country breakfast and a sheep-shearing demonstration. View a "Chilean rodeo" and savour a barbecue lunch with Chilean wine. If you prefer, opt for a city tour of Punta Arenas with a museum tour to learn more about the history of the area. After, get into the heart of the region with a hike through the Magellan Forest Reserve.
Day 4 Punta Arenas (1B, 1L, 1D)
Another day at sea gives you the opportunity to spend some time out on deck. Keep your camera and binoculars on hand for scenery or wildlife viewing opportunities.
Day 5 South Pacific Ocean (1B, 1L, 1D)
From Puerto Natales, a town of brightly coloured corrugated tin houses, enjoy a full-day tour taking in the gorgeous scenery of Torres del Paine National Park.
Day 6 Puerto Natales (1B, 1L, 1D)
Located in the Guía Narrows, explore Angostura Guía by Zodiac with expert Expedition guides.
Day 7 Angostura Guía (1B, 1L, 1D)
Spend time enjoying the scenery, taking part in lectures, photography and painting workshops, or relaxing on board.
Day 8 South Pacific Ocean (1B, 1L, 1D)
Explore the fjords by Zodiac. With a little luck, we may get to witness the spectacle of a calving glacier as the Zodiacs weave between ice formations. Keep an eye out for birdlife and keep your fingers crossed for whales or dolphins.
Day 9 Laguna San Rafael (1B, 1L, 1D)
Enjoy the highlights of spectacular Chacabuco. Visit the colourful market surrounded by the scenic backdrop of the Andes. Take a 45 min drive, soaking in the scenic canyons, rivers and valleys en route to Simpson River National Reserve. Take short walks to experience nature firsthand and hop back on the bus for more scenic driving. Visit Coyhaique, the capital of the Aysen region. Visit the main plaza and handicraft market. Stop at a waterfall on the way back to the port.
Day 10 Chacabuco (1B, 1L, 1D)
Spend today at sea. Choose to participate in lecture programs on board, or take the day to relax and watch the world sail past from the comfort of the lounge.
Day 11 South Pacific Ocean (1B, 1L, 1D)
Step off the ship to the fifth largest island in South America, Isla Chiloe. Explore the area on a full-day tour.
Day 12 Castro (1B, 1L, 1D)
Spend time on board with your fellow travellers, while enjoying an optional painting class or photography workshop.
Day 13 South Pacific Ocean (1B, 1L, 1D)
Disembark in the morning. Choose to spend more time exploring this picturesque area including the local vineyards or take a transfer directly back to Santiago city centre.
Day 15 Valparaíso (1B)
Day 1 Ushuaia
Free morning to explore Ushuaia. Embarkation on the G Expedition begins in the afternoon at the port in Ushuaia.
Day 2 Ushuaia (1B, 1D)
Get to know your Expedition team with a day at sea. Enjoy a few introductory presentations on safety and what we may be seeing throughout the trip.
Day 3 South Pacific Ocean (1B, 1L, 1D)
Disembark in Punta Arenas, located on the edge of the Straight of Magellan. Choose between two full-day included options. Opt to visit the 95-year-old Estancia Olga Teresa for a taste of the Patagonian "huasos" daily life. Enjoy a country breakfast and a sheep-shearing demonstration. View a "Chilean rodeo" and savour a barbecue lunch with Chilean wine. If you prefer, opt for a city tour of Punta Arenas with a museum tour to learn more about the history of the area. After, get into the heart of the region with a hike through the Magellan Forest Reserve.
Day 4 Punta Arenas (1B, 1L, 1D)
Another day at sea gives you the opportunity to spend some time out on deck. Keep your camera and binoculars on hand for scenery or wildlife viewing opportunities.
Day 5 South Pacific Ocean (1B, 1L, 1D)
From Puerto Natales, a town of brightly coloured corrugated tin houses, enjoy a full-day tour taking in the gorgeous scenery of Torres del Paine National Park.
Day 6 Puerto Natales (1B, 1L, 1D)
Located in the Guía Narrows, explore Angostura Guía by Zodiac with expert Expedition guides.
Day 7 Angostura Guía (1B, 1L, 1D)
Spend time enjoying the scenery, taking part in lectures, photography and painting workshops, or relaxing on board.
Day 8 South Pacific Ocean (1B, 1L, 1D)
Explore the fjords by Zodiac. With a little luck, we may get to witness the spectacle of a calving glacier as the Zodiacs weave between ice formations. Keep an eye out for birdlife and keep your fingers crossed for whales or dolphins.
Day 9 Laguna San Rafael (1B, 1L, 1D)
Enjoy the highlights of spectacular Chacabuco. Visit the colourful market surrounded by the scenic backdrop of the Andes. Take a 45 min drive, soaking in the scenic canyons, rivers and valleys en route to Simpson River National Reserve. Take short walks to experience nature firsthand and hop back on the bus for more scenic driving. Visit Coyhaique, the capital of the Aysen region. Visit the main plaza and handicraft market. Stop at a waterfall on the way back to the port.
Day 10 Chacabuco (1B, 1L, 1D)
Spend today at sea. Choose to participate in lecture programs on board, or take the day to relax and watch the world sail past from the comfort of the lounge.
Day 11 South Pacific Ocean (1B, 1L, 1D)
Step off the ship to the fifth largest island in South America, Isla Chiloe. Explore the area on a full-day tour.
Day 12 Castro (1B, 1L, 1D)
Spend time on board with your fellow travellers, while enjoying an optional painting class or photography workshop.
Day 13 South Pacific Ocean (1B, 1L, 1D)
Disembark in the morning. Choose to spend more time exploring this picturesque area including the local vineyards or take a transfer directly back to Santiago city centre.
Day 15 Valparaíso (1B)
- 13 nts aboard the G Expedition
- Arrival and departure transfers
- Torres del Paine National Park excursion (Puerto Natales)
- Simpson River National Reserve visit (Chacabuco)
- Excursion to Punta Arenas or Ancud (Isla Chiloe)
- Zodiac excursions with the expert expedition team
- Lectures and educational programs on board
- All transport to/from included activities and between all destinations
- 14 breakfasts
- 12 lunches
- 13 dinners
Holiday Name : South America Cruise - Chilean Fjords
Reference : GAH
Reference : GAH