South America cruise tour
Jan. 14 to Feb. 1, 2012
18 nights departing from Santiago
Head south for the winter
Head south for the winter to uninhibited South America. Its cities are full of excitement with décor as colorful as the locals and music that will have you dancing in the streets. Then, there is the wild and untamed side of a different sort, such as rainforests, wildlife and staggering mountain peaks that reach high into the sky.
Join Flying Wheels Travel on the Celebrity Infinity and get the most out of visiting this exotic and diverse destination, stretching from the world's highest waterfall to the land's end in Tierra del Fuego. Bask in the living mosaic of inviting people, natural wonder and unforgettable moments.
Ocean view stateroom - $4,276.46*
Balcony stateroom - $4,827.21*
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What makes this cruise special?
- Ship is docked at most ports
- Fully-accessible shore excursions and tours (additional cost, above cruise price)
- Experienced travel hosts to assist you with all your travel needs
- Three-night hotel in Buenos Aires included in cruise price
- Fees, taxes and shipboard gratuities included in cruise price
- Personal care attendants (based on group size or arranged on an individual basis)
- Roommates for single travelers may be arranged
- Security and social opportunities of group travel experience
- Accessible transfers from hotel to pier and pier to Buenos Aires airport included in cruise price
Sailing itinerary
| Day | Port/location | Arrive | Depart |
| Jan 14 | Depart US | ||
| Jan 15 | Santiago (Valparaiso), Chili | 7 p.m. | |
| Jan 16 | Cruising | ||
| Jan 17 | Puerto Montt, Chili | 9 a.m. | 7 p.m. |
| Jan 18 | Chilean Fjords | ||
| Jan 19 | Strait of Magellan | ||
| Jan 20 | Punta Arenas, Chili | 7 a.m. | 5:30 p.m. |
| Jan 21 | Ushuaia, Argentina | 10 a.m. | 7 p.m. |
| Jan 22 | Cape Horn | 6 a.m. | 8:30 p.m. |
| Jan 23 | Cruising | ||
| Jan 24 | Puerto Madryn, Argentina | 8 a.m. | 5 p.m. |
| Jan 25 | Cruising | ||
| Jan 26 | Punta del Este, Uruguay | 8 a.m. | 8 p.m. |
| Jan 27 | Montevideo, Uruguay | 7 a.m. | 6 p.m. |
| Jan 28 | Buenos Aires | 6 a.m. | |
| Jan 29 | Buenos Aires | ||
| Jan 30 | Buenos Aires | ||
| Jan 31 | Buenos Aires | ||
| Feb 01 | Deaprt for US |
*Rates are per person, based on double occupancy and include all of the listed group benefits. Rates are subject to availability and are the same for accessible or non-accessible staterooms. The number of accessible staterooms are limited and available on a first come basis. Book early to guarantee your stateroom preference or contact us to establish an interest fee monthly payment plan. All itineraries and prices are subject to change without notice and are based on group size. All itineraries and prices are subject to change without notice.
About the ports
Puerto Montt, Chili
In this idyllic setting, surrounded by national parks, lakes and mountains, it is easy to understand why people come here to enjoy the outdoors "South-American style." Imagine sipping fine Chilean wine and enjoying some sausage.
Chilean Fjords
These are some of the most magnificent fjords in the world. As your eyes work their way up the jagged walls of mammoth glaciers, you may be rewarded with an Andean condor sighting. On the ocean's surface, the Magellanic penguins always put on a good show.
Strait of Magellan
This 360-mile strait isolates the Tierra del Fuego archipelago from the rest of the South American continent, and is named after the ambitious Portuguese explorer and mariner Ferdinand Magellan. You will retrace Magellan's route as you make the shortest crossing from Atlantic to Pacific between two landmasses this side of the Panama Canal.
Punta Arenas, Chili
Punta Arenas is the southernmost point on the contiguous South American continent. It overlooks the Strait of Magellan and Otway Sound, home to colonies of sea lions and Magellanic penguins. Punta Arenas is also one of the few places on earth where you can snow ski while looking out over an ocean.
Ushuaia, Argentina
Surrounded on three sides by towering peaks, this former penal colony hardly seems like a suitable site to exact justice from the scourge of society. Certainly, even the scientifically inclined Charles Darwin must have had a difficult time leaving this Eden during his travels through the area
Cape Horn, Chili
Here you will find Horn Island, the southernmost point of the Tierra del Fuego archipelago, and the Americas for that matter. This is also the place you will find the confluence of the mighty Pacific and Atlantic oceans. Wildlife is abundant, and our onboard naturalist will be on hand to point out the highlights of this diverse ecosystem.
Puerto Madryn, Argentina
The gateway to Patagonia, Puerto Madryn serves as a great base camp for explorers of all levels and abilities. You can venture into one of the most unique ecosystems on the planet. This glacier-dotted landscape sometimes resembles a moonscape more than terra firma. Rich in wildlife and native flora, the Andean national parks and the Peninsula Valdes are also within reach of Puerto Madryn.
Punta del Este, Uruguay
Known as the "Saint-Tropez of Latin America" Punta del Este is a favorite summer playground of the rich and famous of southernmost South America, with a pristine 20-mile shoreline offering two distinctly different types of beaches. Big waves beckon surfers at la Brava, while calmer waters create ideal conditions for sailing - or just plain relaxing - at La Mansa.
Montevideo, Uruguay
This walking city is a haven of open-air cafés and European-inspired squares. Do not miss the Museo de Gaucho, a fascinating look into the cowboy life, South American style. Even though Montevideo is surrounded by a continuous stretch of white-sand beach, you are never more than a taxi ride away from a museum, art gallery or a theater.
Buenos Aires
Aside from Argentina’s numerous natural wonders a European sophistication and passion for local culture is evident in the cosmopolitan capital of Buenos Aires where you will find cobbled streets, grand avenues, old-time cafes and stylish restaurants. Traveling into the countryside, the gaucho traditions and customs provide you with a picture of ancient settlements and a picture of simpler times.
Customized travel
Flying Wheels Travel provides more than 40 years of experience and knowledge to make your dream vacation a reality. We will provide customized fully-accessible group shore excursions for you and those traveling with you. We also arrange your flight accommodations and ground transportation.
Please direct all inquires and reservations to Timothy Holtz at Flying Wheels Travel, e-mail or call 612-381-1622.
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