Buenos Aires & Colonia de Sacramento
Designed exclusively to complement our polar itineraries, this curated 4-day extension handles the friction of South American transit with private, synchronised transfers and hand-picked luxury accommodation.
The Definitive Pre- & Post-Cruise Extension
Buenos Aires & Colonia del Sacramento
For the discerning traveller, an expedition to Antarctica is the journey of a lifetime and the adventure begins long before you sight the first iceberg. Allow us to elevate your expedition with our meticulously curated Buenos Aires & Colonia del Sacramento extension. Seamlessly timed to align with your cruise departure or arrival, this four-day bespoke itinerary offers a flawless transition between the vibrant sophistication of Argentina’s capital and the tranquil, colonial charm of Uruguay.
Day 1: Arrive in Buenos Aires
Upon arrival to Buenos Aires, you will be welcomed outside of Customs by an English-speaking assistant holding a sign with your name on it. This representative will direct you to your awaiting vehicle and driver, and accompany you to your hotel to assist with check-in.
Day 1: Arrive in Buenos Aires
Upon arrival to Buenos Aires, you will be welcomed outside of Customs by an English-speaking assistant holding a sign with your name on it. This representative will direct you to your awaiting vehicle and driver, and accompany you to your hotel to assist with check-in.
Inclusions
Accommodation with private facilities as mentioned in the itinerary
Meals as indicated in the itinerary: (B.) Breakfast (L.) Lunch (D.) Dinner
All transport, sightseeing and excursions as per the itinerary unless specified otherwise:
(Private Transfer) = Your own exclusive driver. No queuing for taxis, no stopping en route at tour booking agencies. All private transfers / transport is operated on a private basis – i.e., you won’t be sharing with others
(Private Tour) = Your own, personal tour guide and an exclusive vehicle
Parks and monuments entrance fees
Professional English speaking local guides throughout
Service charges and taxes.
International air-tickets. We have access to wholesale fares and work closely with LATAM Airlines, contact us before organize your flights independently.
Tourist Visas are not included
Travel insurance
Any items not specifically mentioned as included i.e. laundry and alcohol.
Hotel & Lodges
The below hand-picked property feature good location, superior service, and all facilities necessary for a comfortable stay.
ARGENTINA
Buenos Aires: Hotel Grand Brizio – Belair
NOTES:
Hotel accommodation quoted in lead-in hotel guest rooms unless specified otherwise
Hotels can easily be changed at the customer request. We have a wide selection so you can be assured of a great place to stay
Occasionally due to circumstances out of our control, hotels quoted may not be available at the time of booking. In these circumstances when hotels are unavailable, South America Tours Pty Ltd will provide the best possible alternative.
Contact Our Polar Expert
Our simple, guided process with an expert by your side, from first conversation to final detail.
Book a no-obligation discovery call
Enjoy our simple, guided process with an expert by your side, from first conversation to final detail.
We’ll call you
Our travel specialist will discuss your ideas and all the opportunities.
Explore your options
We’ll do the all the hard work and present you with different options to choose from.
Book a no-obligation discovery call
Enjoy our simple, guided process with an expert by your side, from first conversation to final detail.
We’ll call you
Our travel specialist will discuss your ideas and all the opportunities.
Explore your options
We’ll do the all the hard work and present you with different options to choose from.
Talk with a specialists
A conversation, not a commitment
Book a concierge call and start shaping your ideal Antarctica journey with one of our trusted specialists.
A Fantastic Experience
This bucket list of mine has well and truly been ticked off…thanks to the great work of Alicia James and her team for making it possible. It didn’t matter what time of the day or night, if I had a problem or question Alicia would handle it with professionalism and good humour. Thanks for all your support…it was a fantastic experience for me to step on my 7th continent…let us all preserve this wonderland.
William H
Seamless Experience
We travelled to Antarctica with Atlas Ocean Voyages Feb/Mar 2026. We had a seamless experience throughout the booking process and the cruise itself was amazing and memorable! The smaller ship, with only approximately 140 passengers made the whole experience more personal. We would highly recommend Atlas to anyone thinking about going to Antarctica.
Suzy P
A Fantastic Experience
This bucket list of mine has well and truly been ticked off…thanks to the great work of Alicia James and her team for making it possible. It didn’t matter what time of the day or night, if I had a problem or question Alicia would handle it with professionalism and good humour. Thanks for all your support…it was a fantastic experience for me to step on my 7th continent…let us all preserve this wonderland.
William H
Seamless Experience
We travelled to Antarctica with Atlas Ocean Voyages Feb/Mar 2026. We had a seamless experience throughout the booking process and the cruise itself was amazing and memorable! The smaller ship, with only approximately 140 passengers made the whole experience more personal. We would highly recommend Atlas to anyone thinking about going to Antarctica.
Suzy P
Trip Extensions
Tailoring Your Expedition
These itineraries are merely starting points. We curate your South American journey entirely sur mesure adjusting duration, pacing, and destinations to align perfectly with your Antarctic expedition. Whether you wish to pair your cruise with the Atacama, Rio, or the Andes, tell us your vision and we will engineer the logistics to match. From private charters to exclusive retreats, we handle everything, leaving you to simply enjoy the seamless transition to the ice.
