Welcome to Chile!

Upon arrival in Santiago, you will be greeted by a local airport representative who will assist you with fast-track services through Customs, help collect your luggage, and take you to the Arrivals gate where an English-speaking guide will be waiting for you with personalized signage. Your guide will then escort you to your driver and vehicle, and accompany you to your hotel to assist with check-in and any inquiries you may have.

For early flight arrivals in Santiago, an early check-in will be arranged at your hotel.

Santiago offers more than just a gateway to Atacama, Patagonia, or the Chilean wine region. Tonight, you will have the opportunity to explore Santiago's vibrant nightlife with a private guide and professional driver. Your evening will begin with a visit to Krossbar, a stylish yet laid-back bar, where you can enjoy a beer tasting, a refreshing pint, and a light appetizer. Continuing on, you will make your way to Jardin Mallinkrodt, an open-air bar with a garden theme, where you will savor another drink paired with a cocktail dish and an entrée. Your final destination for the night will be the elegant and sophisticated Siete Negronis, where you can end the evening with two more cocktails, with the Pisco Sour being highly recommended. After a night of exploration, you will be transported back to your hotel.

Embark on a guided tour of Santiago, Chile's capital, to delve into its intriguing history. Begin your adventure at La Moneda, a colonial plantation house transformed into the Government Palace, and learn about its significance. Take a leisurely stroll along Huérfanos and Ahumada, the bustling commercial streets, to experience the city's modern life. Arrive at Plaza de Armas, the main square, which showcases remarkable buildings like the Metropolitan Cathedral. Continue your tour to the Chilean Museum of Pre-Columbian Art, where you can attend a lecture about the fascinating societies that once inhabited this region. Explore the museum's vast collection of artifacts from Latin America, including those from Easter Island. Your tour concludes with a private transfer back to your hotel.

Tonight, experience the gastronomic excellence of Santiago, despite its lesser-known status compared to Lima and Buenos Aires. We will make reservations at your preferred restaurant and arrange round-trip transportation in a private vehicle. Our top recommendations for fine dining include Borago, Aqui esta Coco, Osaka, and Cuerovaca. Please note that the cost of your meal is not included and must be paid on location. Reservations are subject to availability and will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Experience the enticing flavors and aromas of Santiago on a gastronomic tour. Begin at La Vega Central Food Market, known for its fresh produce. Then, visit Mercado Central and enjoy a traditional Chilean empanada. Explore Plaza de Armas and see important landmarks like the Santiago Central Post Office and National History Museum. Don't miss La Moneda, the presidential palace. Afterward, satisfy your appetite in Providencia with a delicious lunch and fine Chilean wine. Discover Barrio Italia, known for its boutique shops and art galleries. End your tour at a traditional Dulcería and indulge in Chilean pastries. Your private driver will then take you back to your hotel.

You will be picked up from your hotel in Santiago and taken to Valparaiso, with a stopover at Matetic Vineyard in Casablanca and San Antonio Valleys for wine tasting and lunch. Includes: Wine tasting of four EQ wines, lunch.

This private tour explores the historical and cultural significance of Viña del Mar and Valparaíso. It starts with a tour of Viña del Mar, walking through the main streets and avenues with your guide before heading to Reñaca, a popular beach town. Along the way, there will be a stop to see wildlife and birds at “Sea lion Rock” before continuing to Valparaiso.

In Valparaiso, the first stop is the Artillería lift for panoramic views of the city. Then, explore Cerro Concepción on foot, known for its 19th Century architecture and the famous Brighton Restaurant at Paseo Atkinson alleyway.

You will depart today from Viña del Mar or Valparaíso in a private vehicle with an expert guide. Your destination is the Casablanca Valley, a renowned area famous for vineyards, especially Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc production. After a panoramic tour of the region, you will visit Isla Negra, a charming coastal village with summer homes. One of these houses was once occupied by poet Pablo Neruda in the late 1930s. Explore the town and then head to La Sebastiana Museo Casa Del Poeta to see original manuscripts, ship prows, shells, and other collectibles Neruda gathered throughout his life. Finally, you will be taken back to your hotel.

Start your journey with a private transfer from your Valparaiso hotel to Santiago.

Check-in and receive important information from a representative of the Silver Cloud before your voyage. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Once you meet your guide and private vehicle at your accommodation, head to the Vitacura neighborhood. Explore the boutiques on Alonso de Cordova Avenue, a sophisticated area with the best shops in town. Don't miss the opportunity to visit the unique "Lapiz Lazuli" jewelry shop, which features a semi-precious stone found exclusively in Chile and certain parts of Afghanistan.

Next, make your way to the Parque Arauco Shopping Centre, the largest mall in the country. Indulge in some shopping before enjoying a relaxing drive to "Handicraft Los Dominicos town." Here, you'll discover a wide range of traditional Chilean handicrafts.

Start your journey by being transferred from your hotel in Santiago to the airport. Next, hop on a privately chartered flight from Santiago to Puerto Williams, which will take approximately three hours. Once you arrive at the airport, transfer to the cruise port for your upcoming adventure. Finally, step aboard the magnificent Silver Cloud and get comfortable in your accommodations. Keep in mind that the approximate departure time is 5pm.

Few are fortunate enough to sail the legendary Drake Passage, an experience known for its rollicking conditions and strong westerly winds, called the Roaring Fifties. Marvel at the cliffs of the peninsular known as the 'End of the World' fading into the horizon. Set sail from Cape Horn and slowly venture into the icy underworld of Antarctica. The Drake Passage offers an extraordinary voyage of romantic ocean faring legend, as you head towards Antarctica's icy realm.

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the majestic surroundings while sailing through the renowned Drake Passage. As you approach Antarctica, you will be greeted by enormous icebergs resembling skyscrapers. Your first glimpse of this uncharted territory will likely be the South Shetland Islands, where you can walk in the footsteps of history's bravest explorers and discover snow-covered landmasses such as Elephant and Deception Island. If you are concerned about the challenging journey across the Drake Passage, rest assured that you will never be alone, even in rough waters. Along this thrilling adventure, you may be accompanied by magnificent albatrosses and possibly encounter a protective pod of humpback whales and hourglass dolphins. The convergence of warm and cool ocean currents in the passage attracts an array of extraordinary animal life.

Only a few fortunate individuals will get to experience the stunning beauty of Antarctica, which is an adventure in its truest form. One of the initial encounters with this polar paradise is the Antarctic Sound, located at the northern tip of the Antarctic Peninsula. This Sound was named after the first ship that successfully navigated the passage between the peninsula and the Joinville Island groups in 1902. It offers a sensory overload with its awe-inspiring slabs of iceberg that have broken away from the Larsen Ice Shelf. Here, you will come face-to-face with enormous islands of ice and encounter the remarkable birdlife that calls this pristine kingdom their home. Observe the lively colonies of Gentoo penguins hopping around and witness cape petrels soaring above as you immerse yourself in the thriving and unique wildlife of this snowy wonderland.

The Antarctic Peninsula stretches towards South America, inviting the adventurous to explore this wild realm. It is only 620 miles away from Tierra del Fuego and provides a stunning introduction to the snow-covered landscapes and enormous ice sculptures of Earth's least-explored continent. Discovered in 1820, this adventure will give you chills as you encounter the unknown and extraordinary. With a knowledgeable expedition team, you can embark on shore adventures and immerse yourself in the majestic, remote snow-covered wilderness.

An Antarctic voyage offers exciting opportunities for exploration, thanks to the use of Zodiacs. These boats allow you to discover hidden bays and wildlife-filled shores of the Antarctic Peninsula. In addition to breathtaking scenery, you can expect to encounter large colonies of Gentoo penguins and observe feeding whales during shore excursions. Throughout the journey, your expedition team will guide you on walks along the icy shores, providing insights on breeding Adelie and Gentoo Penguins from the onboard Ornithologist, as well as information on the stunning ice and rock formations from a professional geologist.

Immerse yourself in the wonders of Antarctica and embrace the call of the wild. Join the expedition team and explore this snow-covered wonderland through a variety of shore excursions. Take a hike through the White Continent, observing penguins and other wildlife. Experience the thrill of kayaking with expert guides, marveling at seals on the ice flow. Paddle among icebergs and brash ice, always on the lookout for abundant wildlife.

The South Shetland Islands, located near the northwestern tip of the Antarctic Peninsula and separated by the Bransfield Strait, are under the jurisdiction of the Antarctic Treaty, which suspends claims on their sovereignty. Multiple countries have research bases on these islands, and with abundant elephant seals and penguins, it can sometimes feel crowded. The largest and most welcoming island, King George Island, is home to the majority of the research stations, some of which are occupied year-round by tough, small crews. However, these islands offer an incredible adventure in one of the most remote places on Earth. The triple peaks of Mount Foster tower over the archipelago, and as you enter the magnificent collapsed volcano caldera of Deception Island, your heart will beat faster. Explore the unique landscapes inside and even take a dip in the surprisingly warm, geothermally-heated waters of Pendulum Cove. Elephant Island is renowned in Antarctic expedition history as the place where Ernest Shackleton and his crew miraculously survived a harsh Antarctic winter in 1916.

Upon leaving Antarctica, return to civilization by spending the day at sea. Use this time to reflect on your experiences or relax on the deck and observe the numerous sea birds that trail the ship. Your mind will likely still be filled with vivid memories and newfound knowledge. You may even feel a longing for the Antarctic landscape and find yourself sifting through your extensive collection of photos and videos in an attempt to recapture its grandeur. Alternatively, choose to unwind by enjoying the breathtaking views from the pool deck.

Cruise along the famous Cape Horn, known for its storms and rough seas. It was once a challenging gateway for adventure and trade in the Pacific Ocean, but now it attracts adventurous travelers seeking to pay tribute to its wild and inhospitable nature. On clear days, you can see a 23-ft high steel monument near the Chilean navy station, depicting an albatross, which is believed to carry the souls of sailors who died while navigating the Horn. Consider yourself fortunate to face the Horn on the secure Silver Cloud instead of a dangerous windjammer.

Arrive in Puerto Williams this morning, concluding the journey. Bid farewell to the crew and friends made, leaving with cherished memories.

Transfer from the cruise port to Puerto Williams airport.

Take a flight from Puerto Williams to Santiago, with a duration of around three hours and ten minutes.

Transfer from the airport to your accommodations in Santiago.

Despite lacking the international recognition of Lima's Novoandina cuisine or Buenos Aires' extravagant asado barbecues, tonight you will discover that Santiago, the Chilean capital, deserves a place among outstanding gastronomic destinations. Prior reservations will be made at the restaurant of your choice and transportation in a private vehicle will be provided. Our top recommendations for fine dining in Santiago are Borago, Aqui esta Coco, Osaka, and Cuerovaca. **_Please note:_** _The cost of your meal is not included and will be paid on site. Reservations are confirmed upon booking and are subject to availability._

Experience a private airport transfer with a professional driver and an English-speaking guide.