South America & Antarctica | Galapagos Islands, Machu Picchu & Antarctica cruises

South America and Antarctica

Journey through the iconic city of Buenos Aires before boarding your luxury expedition ship for a once-in-a-lifetime cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula. On Zodiac excursions get up close to icebergs, glaciers, whales, penguins and seals and learn about this pristine environment from your expert expedition team.

Antarctica Cruising

Armed with a team of expedition experts, discover Antarctica in depth. Aboard Zodiacs, explore distant glaciers and frigid waters strewn with icebergs, while looking out for Antarctica’s unique wildlife.

Antarctica

Experience fascinating wildlife, thrilling Zodiac rides and unparalleled scenery on an Antarctica Cruise. Wake up to a world of white that floats on a deep blue sea, where vast colonies of sea birds, penguins and seals beckon you to explore.

Argentina

Buenos Aires' rich European charm might surprise you at first. You would be forgiven for thinking you are in Madrid as you explore the Argentinean capital. With a trip to the wilds of Iguassu Falls, you discover this is South America.

Brazil

Step into a world where fiery passion, intense flavours and movement form the essence of life. Home to Rio de Janerio, Copacabana Beach, Christ the Redeemer and the Iguassu Falls, Brazil is a country blessed with rich natural and cultural wonders.

Chile

Wedged between the Andes Mountain range and the harsh Pacific Ocean, Chile holds many natural and cultural treasures. Explore the coastal town of Valparaiso, the Atacama Desert and the fascinating city of Santiago.

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Galapagos Islands and Ecuador

Ecuador's Galapagos Islands are a place like no other. A pivotal stop on Charles Darwin's historic voyage around the world, there is something profound about the natural beauty and uniqueness of this archipelago.

Peru

Home to Incas, Peru is truly a captivating place. In Cusco walk among the descendants of one of the world's great ancient empires and marvel at the tangible history of this proud civilisations as you wander through the ruins of Machu Picchu.

South American Tailor Made Journeys

Everyone has personal interests that contribute to their ideal holiday. No matter how you like to travel, Tailor Made Journeys have you covered – just let us know what your dream South American holiday looks like and APT can take care of the rest, delivering an unforgettable holiday of the highest standard that APT is famous for.

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MV Ocean Victory

The newly-launched MV Ocean Victory heads to the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands for nine magical nights.

Remote station on a rocky cliff edge, Antarctica

Explore the Peninsula

Visit a research station site on the Antarctic Peninsula.

Visit Iconic Sites

Explore a historic whaling station on Deception Island and perhaps take a polar swim in its geothermal waters.

Travel Styles

We understand that one type of holiday does not fit all, so we’ve created a range of travel styles. Some cover the must-see sights. Some go more in-depth. And sometimes we mix two styles into the one journey. We often offer multiple travel styles in the one destination, ensuring your experience suits your interests, as well as your fitness level.

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Expedition Cruising

Small ship expedition cruising is all about venturing further and seeing more, without the crowds. Your expedition team is there to ensure your safety, comfort and enjoyment, and exploring by Zodiac means you’ll always be close to the action and can access remote and hard-to-reach destinations larger ships simply can't get to.

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Luxury Service

Outstanding service is a hallmark of every APT journey. You can make every holiday moment count, knowing we’ve taken care of everything.

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