Day 1 - Monday - Oct 17, 2022
Arrive in Rio de Janeiro and step on board your ship to begin your journey. Your overnight stay allows time to discover this colorful city on your own.
Day 2 - Tuesday - Oct 18, 2022
The Cidade Maravilhosa, or "Marvelous City", is blessed with a stunning setting so unique that UNESCO gave it World Heritage Site status. Gaze at the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue perched atop Corcovado mountain and admire the azure-blue waters as they lap against the beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema. Take a cable car to the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain and marvel at the panoramic vistas below.
Day 3 - Wednesday - Oct 19, 2022
Sail to idyllic Ilha do Mel, where you can enjoy a rainforest hike to the Encantadas Cave or take in the striking ocean vistas of Praia de Fora. Or, explore the biodiversity of the Atlantic Forest while hiking the Salto Morato Private Natural Heritage Reserve.
Day 4 - Thursday - Oct 20, 2022
| Cruising the Atlantic Ocean |
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Day 5 - Friday - Oct 21, 2022
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While sailing to our next port of call, you can spend the day learning more about oceanic currents and ecosystems as you sail the world's second-largest ocean. Join the Viking Resident Scientists to deepen your understanding of our planet.
Day 6 - Saturday - Oct 22, 2022
Argentina's capital is a vibrant and eclectic mix of Latin and European influences. Enjoy an overnight stay to explore the city and spend the evening savoring a three-course Argentine dinner during a home-hosted visit with a local resident. Or, depart Buenos Aires to enjoy an overland tour to marvel at the natural beauty of the magnificent Iguazu Falls.
Day 7 - Sunday - Oct 23, 2022
Enjoy more of Buenos Aires as you bike through its expansive system of parklands, through historic neighborhoods such as Recoleta, and past iconic landmarks. You can also get a bird's-eye view of the city during a panoramic helicopter ride that will take you north to Tigre, gateway to the Parana Delta, and south over the colorful neighborhood of La Boca.
Day 8 - Monday - Oct 24, 2022
Uruguay's capital city boasts perhaps the highest quality of living of any city in South America. Rich in parks, sweeping vistas, and architectural styles, Montevideo is blessed with a subtropical climate, guaranteeing warm summers and mild winters. Discover the iconic monuments and historic residences.
Day 9 - Tuesday - Oct 25, 2022
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Day 10 - Wednesday - Oct 26, 2022
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Enjoy your Viking Expedition vessel as you sail the South Atlantic Ocean. Relax, mingle with fellow travelers, and share your experiences.
Day 11 - Thursday - Oct 27, 2022
| Falkland Islands, Falkland Islands |
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More than 300 miles off the coast of South America lies the rugged archipelago of the Falkland Islands. Some 60 distinct bird species breed on the islands, including five different species of penguins and some of the world's largest colonies of albatross. Spend two days exploring these sparsely inhabited islands; a canvas of unspoiled nature and diverse fauna.
Day 12 - Friday - Oct 28, 2022
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Spend an additional day exploring these remote islands, viewing stunning wildlife up close. See the gentoo penguin, with a vivid white stripe across its head and a bright orange bill. You will soon discover why the Falkland Islands refer to themselves as the "Penguin Capital of the World".
Day 13 - Saturday - Oct 29, 2022
| Drake Passage, Antarctica |
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Named after its discoverer, Sir Francis Drake, this legendary route takes you from the tip of South America into the Antarctic Convergence, where sea temperatures plunge to near freezing in just a few hours' sailing. Here, in the solitary beauty of the Southern Ocean, you may glimpse your first iceberg. Relax, enjoy one of many onboard dining options, and take part in briefings by your Viking Expedition Team as you prepare for the adventures ahead.
Day 14 - Sunday - Oct 30, 2022
| Cruising Antarctica, Antarctica |
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Day 15 - Monday - Oct 31, 2022
| Cruising Antarctica, Antarctica |
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Day 16 - Tuesday - Nov 1, 2022
| Cruising Antarctica, Antarctica |
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Explore the "Last Continent", covered in ice and teeming with penguins, seals, whales, and other wildlife. On exposed land, colorful lichens, basalt cliffs, and rocky beaches provide refuge for a variety of breeding petrels and penguins. Stand within sight of Antarctica's majestic mountains. Watch glaciers calve into the sea while seals nap and penguins squabble as they tend to their stony nests. From the comfort of your ship, simply marvel at the majesty of your surroundings.
Day 17 - Wednesday - Nov 2, 2022
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Bid farewell to Antarctica by crossing the Drake Passage again. As you sail, you may wish to learn more about this historic waterway, continue your studies about Antarctica, simply relax in The Nordic Spa, or share your experiences with fellow guests in the Aquavit Bar.
Day 18 - Thursday - Nov 3, 2022
Often referred to as the "End of the Earth", Ushuaia is the world's southernmost city. Depart Ushuaia by charter flight to Buenos Aires. Continue your journey home or choose to explore more with one of our post-cruise land extension packages.
