Fly Stay Cruise - 19 Day Antarctica & South America Discovery

Your journey begins with an international flight from your home airport to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival in Buenos Aires, make your own way to your centrally located 4-star hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to settle in and start exploring at your own pace. You might wander the elegant streets of Recoleta, browse the boutiques and cafés of Palermo, or head to San Telmo for its historic atmosphere and lively plazas. This evening, enjoy dinner on your own - perhaps at a traditional parrilla to sample Argentine steak, paired with a glass of Malbec, before returning to your hotel for a restful night. Special Information Airport transfers are not included. Our transfer portal offers the option to book your airport transfers for an easier arrival experience (additional charges apply). Access to this portal will be available through your Traveller Hub once your booking is confirmed.

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before taking a different side of Buenos Aires — perhaps start with the grand bookshops and theatres along Avenida Corrientes, then head to the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes or the striking MALBA for a dose of art and culture. If you feel like something outdoors, wander the lakes and rose gardens of Bosques de Palermo, or join locals for a maté and people-watching in one of the city's sunny plazas. You could also seek out a neighbourhood food tour, sample pastries at a classic confitería, or hunt down street art in Colegiales or Villa Crespo. This evening is yours to enjoy - try a wine bar for Argentine reds, book a tango lesson, or opt for a late dinner followed by live music in a laid-back Palermo venue.

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before checking out. The morning is free for any last-minute sightseeing or souvenir shopping, perhaps browse the boutiques of Palermo, pick up Argentine treats at a local deli, or enjoy a final café con leche in one of the city's classic cafés. In the afternoon, make your own way to the cruise terminal to board Celebrity Equinox. Once on board, settle into your stateroom and start exploring the ship's stylish amenities as you set sail.

Today is your first full day at sea as Celebrity Equinox settles into a southbound rhythm. Take time to explore the ship — perhaps start with a relaxed breakfast, enjoy the adults-only Solarium, or find your favourite lounge for a coffee with ocean views. This evening, choose from the onboard dining options before enjoying live entertainment.

A leisurely day on the open water. You might book in for a wellness session or spa treatment, browse the onboard shops, or simply claim a deck chair and watch the horizon roll by. As night falls, enjoy dinner onboard and settle in for a show, live music, or a quiet nightcap.

Another sea day to slow down and recharge before your Patagonian and Antarctic adventures begin. Consider joining a talk or presentation (often themed to the region), spend time on deck for wildlife spotting, or enjoy a long lunch and a good book. Tonight, the ship's lounges and entertainment venues set the scene for a relaxed evening at sea.

Arrive into Ushuaia, the world's southernmost city and the gateway to Tierra del Fuego. With a full day in port, you may wish to explore the waterfront and museums, take in mountain-and-channel scenery, or join an optional shore excursion into the surrounding wilderness. Return onboard this evening as you continue deeper into the southern latitudes.

This morning brings legendary Cape Horn into view (conditions permitting) - a dramatic, windswept headland at the very tip of South America. Wrap up warm and head on deck for photos as your Captain navigates these storied waters. The rest of the day is spent cruising onward, with time to enjoy the ship's comforts.

Welcome to Antarctica's otherworldly seascapes. Today is dedicated to scenic cruising through iceberg-dotted waters, where snowcapped peaks and sprawling glaciers set the backdrop. Keep watch from the decks as you glide through narrow channels and straits, with photo opportunities around every turn.

Continue your Antarctic Peninsula experience with further scenic cruising, including time in areas such as Paradise Bay, renowned for its towering ice cliffs and mirror-calm waters when conditions are right. Rug up, step outside, and take it all in, this is Antarctica at its most breathtaking.

After your days among the ice, today is ideal for warming up and unwinding onboard. Take a slow morning, organise and relive your best photos, or treat yourself to a relaxed lunch and a little downtime by the pool or in the Solarium. This evening, enjoy another delicious dinner and onboard entertainment as you sail north.

Arrive in Port Stanley, a charming outpost with British heritage, colourful cottages and windswept coastal scenery. Enjoy time to explore the town centre, museums and local shops, or consider an optional excursion beyond town for wildlife encounters and rugged island landscapes.

A day at sea to settle back into cruise life. Join a tasting or cooking demonstration, enjoy a long walk around the decks, or simply take a quiet moment with a coffee and uninterrupted ocean views. Tonight, linger over dinner and soak up the easy evening atmosphere onboard.

Dock in Puerto Madryn, the gateway to Patagonia's extraordinary coastal wildlife. You may choose to explore town independently or join an optional excursion (additional charges apply) to the Península Valdés region (seasonal sightings may include sea lions, penguins and other marine life). Return to the ship this afternoon as you continue north.

Your final full sea day is perfect for ticking off any onboard favourites - perhaps one last spa visit, a leisurely brunch, or a sunset drink on deck. It's also a great day to start packing and enjoying a final, unhurried evening at sea before returning to Buenos Aires.

Arrive in Montevideo, Uruguay's laid-back capital, known for its waterfront rambla, historic old town and café culture. Spend the day exploring colonial streets, local markets and seaside viewpoints, or join an optional tour to delve deeper into the city's history and flavours. This evening, return onboard for dinner as your voyage nears its end.

Enjoy a final early breakfast onboard before disembarking Celebrity Equinox this morning. Make your own way to the airport for your onward flight home, taking with you unforgettable memories of South America and the incredible Antarctic landscapes. Special Information Airport transfers are not included. Our transfer portal offers the option to book your airport transfers for an easier arrival experience (additional charges apply). Access to this portal will be available through your Traveller Hub once your booking is confirmed.

This flight takes you across the International Date Line so today will be spent flying to your home destination.

Welcome home. Thank you for travelling with Inspiring Vacations. We hope you had a memorable experience.