Iconic Antarctica - The Explorer’s Route
HX – Expeditions · MS Roald Amundsen · departs Buenos Aires, Argentina, 8 November 2027 · arrives Ushuaia to Buenos Aires, 23 November 2027
EXCLUSIVE $300^ Onboard Credit! · Cruise & Stay Package
From A$16,695 per person*
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EXCLUSIVE $300^ Onboard Credit!
- Departs
- 8 November 2027
- Ship
- MS Roald Amundsen
- Route
- Buenos Aires, Argentina to Ushuaia to Buenos Aires
- Dates
- 8 November 2027 to 23 November 2027
- Length
- 15 nights
- Package code
- HXE57457M
Inclusions
- 1 night accommodation in Buenos Aires, including breakfast
- Transfer from the hotel to the domestic airport in Buenos Aires
- Return economy class charter flight† between Buenos Aires and Ushuaia
- Transfers between the Ushuaia airport and the port
- 14 night expedition cruise exploring Antarctic Peninsula from Ushuaia return on MS Roald Amundsen All main meals~ and standard wine, beer and spirits available at meals and throughout the day and evening++
- Complimentary Wi-Fi#
- EXCLUSIVE: AU $300^ onboard credit per cabin, twin share
- Escorted landings with small expedition boats
- Loan of boots, trekking poles and other necessary equipment for activities.
- Port charges and gratuities
SAVE up to $4,260* Per cabin twin share
| Cabin | From, per person | For two |
|---|---|---|
| Polar Outside | A$16,695 | A$33,390 |
| Arctic Superior | A$21,119 | A$42,238 |
| Expedition Suite | A$23,719 | A$47,438 |
*Lead-in fares per person, twin share, in Australian dollars, as listed by our booking partner on 22 October at 6:54am. We confirm the fare, the cabin and the offer with the cruise line before you pay a deposit.
Highlights
Experience Antarctica in its fullest form on this extraordinary 16-day all-inclusive expedition, featuring round-trip flights from Buenos Aires and nine full days exploring the White Continent. Journey beyond the standard Antarctic Peninsula routes to discover the South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Sound, the Weddell Sea, Gerlache Strait and Penola Strait, with opportunities to visit some of the region’s most remote and wildlife-rich locations. HX Expeditions has designed this itinerary for travellers seeking the ultimate Antarctic adventure. This immersive voyage combines flexible expedition cruising with unforgettable wildlife encounters. Watch whales, seals and vast penguin colonies in their natural habitat, marvel at towering glaciers and sculpted icebergs, and explore by kayak, snowshoes or small expedition boats to experience Antarctica up close. With more time ashore and in the destination than many traditional voyages, every day offers new discoveries guided by HX’s expert Expedition Team. You’ll gain deeper insights into Antarctic history, wildlife and science through onboard lectures and hands-on exploration. This is the ultimate Antarctic expedition for those who want to venture further, stay longer and experience the wonders of the frozen continent on a truly unforgettable scale
Itinerary
Open a day for what it holds.
Day 1Buenos Aires, ArgentinaMon, 8 NovDetails
Home to a proud and diverse community known as porteños, Buenos Aires is a sensuous fusion of European elegance and Latin American spirit. An overnight stay here is the perfect introduction to your Antarctic adventure. Explore the city's famous neighbourhoods, enjoy authentic Argentine cuisine, and perhaps practise your tango moves before heading south.
Day 2Ushuaia, ArgentinaTue, 9 NovDetails
The world's southernmost city, Ushuaia is set against a magnificent backdrop of the Martial Glacier in Argentina's Tierra del Fuego Province. After a briefing from your Expedition Team, board the hybrid-powered MS Roald Amundsen and set sail for the frozen continent.
Day 3Cross the Drake PassageWed, 10 NovDetails
On this legendary crossing, the Expedition Team will equip you with all you need for your polar adventure. Visit the onboard Science Centre to learn about Antarctica's unique ecosystem, attend expert lectures about glaciology and climate change, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow explorers in the Explorer Lounge and Bar.
Day 4Drake PassageThu, 11 NovDetails
Your first Antarctic landfall reveals a dramatic volcanic archipelago teeming with wildlife. Walk among vast penguin colonies, observe elephant seals and fur seals on black sand beaches, and marvel at the raw volcanic landscape of these extraordinarily remote islands.
Day 5South Shetland IslandsFri, 12 NovDetails
Enter the gateway to the Weddell Sea, where massive tabular icebergs — some as large as small countries — drift on the current. This extraordinary sight announces your arrival in one of the world's most remote and pristine marine environments.
Day 6Antarctic SoundSat, 13 NovDetails
Navigate the historic waters of the Weddell Sea, where great explorers like Shackleton and Nordenskjöld once charted new territory. Keep watch for emperor penguins, the largest of all penguin species, and for the spectacular ice formations that define this remote sea.
Day 7Weddell SeaSun, 14 NovDetails
Cruise through one of Antarctica's most scenic waterways, where humpback whales surface alongside the ship and glaciers calve with thunderous crashes into the sea. The Gerlache Strait offers some of the most dramatic and varied Antarctic landscapes found anywhere on Earth.
Day 8Weddell SeaMon, 15 NovDetails
Cruise through the iconic Lemaire Channel, where vertical granite walls rise almost 900 metres above the water on either side. On calm days, perfect mirror reflections of the surrounding mountains and glaciers create a scene of otherworldly, breathtaking beauty.
Day 9Gerlache StraitTue, 16 NovDetails
Immerse yourself in the incomparable beauty of the White Continent. Each day brings new discoveries as we explore remote bays by Zodiac, land among penguin colonies on pristine beaches, kayak between towering icebergs, or simply stand in silent wonder before the scale and grandeur of Antarctica's frozen world.
Day 10Gerlache StraitWed, 17 NovDetails
As we retrace our route north through the Drake Passage, there is time to reflect on the extraordinary experiences of the past days. Join the Expedition Team for final lectures and a celebratory recap of the voyage's highlights.
Day 11Lemaire ChannelThu, 18 NovDetails
Your Antarctic expedition comes to an end as we arrive back in Ushuaia. Disembark and board your flight to Buenos Aires, where you will have time to explore the city once more or connect with your onward travel arrangements, carrying memories of the White Continent that will last a lifetime.
Day 12Experience AntarcticaFri, 19 Nov
Day 13Experience AntarcticaSat, 20 Nov
Day 14Drake PassageSun, 21 Nov
Day 15Drake PassageMon, 22 Nov
Day 16Ushuaia – Buenos AiresTue, 23 Nov
Ports of call may vary by departure date and are subject to weather and other conditions.
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The offer’s conditions
*Conditions apply. Prices correct as at 16 Sep 2026 and are per adult in AUD, based on Polar Outside category RR, twin share. Savings are per stateroom based on Arctic Superior balcony category XT, twin share compared to booking each component separately. All savings are included in the advertised price. Prices are subject to change due to fluctuations in charges, taxes and currency even after the deposit is paid. Agents may charge service fees or fees for card payments which vary. Cancellation penalties and conditions apply. Airfare not included unless otherwise stated. †Charter flights are provided by HX Expeditions. ~Fine dining in restaurant Lindstrøm included only for suite guests. ++Subject to licensing laws, excludes premium drinks. #Streaming is not supported. Speeds are restricted by satellite connections in remote areas. ^Onboard credit is in the specified currency and may be provided in the currency used onboard, with equivalent value subject to fluctuation according to daily exchange rate. Onboard credit is per stateroom based on twin share and is non-refundable, non-transferable and is not redeemable for cash. Guests who do not use the total amount of onboard credit during their sailing will not be refunded the remaining amount. This offer is valid until 30 Oct 2026, unless sold out prior. Offer subject to availability and may be withdrawn without notice and are not combinable with any other offers unless stated. Check all prices, availability and other information before booking. HX Expeditions and Cruiseco booking terms and conditions apply, see websites for details.