South America & Antarctica Vacation
South America is one of the most exotic cruise destinations in the world. Some South America cruises (typically the ones that cruise through Cape Horn) even offer scenic cruising in the waters of Antarctica! There are many exciting things you can do during a South America cruise. Experience the lush tropical greenery of the Amazon rainforest. Sunbathe on the sandy beaches of Playa Blanca. Spend a day exploring the pristine beauty of Torres del Paine National Park. Or step back in time at Colombia’s Lost City ruins.
South America cruises are available in a wide range of lengths (anywhere from 3- to over 20- nights long), and usually sail between November and early May. Since South America is very large, there may be stops where you experience stark differences in climate. The northern and middle regions of South American are very hot, while it can get quite cold in the south, so it is important to pack accordingly. If you want a more in-depth experience, you might consider a South America cruise tour. Such a trip is a South America cruise that is combined with a land package before and/or after the cruise portion of the trip.
The Galapagos Islands, one of the most exotic and exclusive cruise destinations, are part of South America. However, due to the fact that Galapagos ports are typically only included in cruises that exclusively visit the Galapagos Islands, we have created a section of our web site that is dedicated specifically to Galapagos cruises.
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Highlighted South America & Antarctica Cruise Attractions
The following are just a few of the many things to do while in South America & Antarctica:
Cape Horn & Antarctica
Select South America cruises feature scenic cruising through the waters of Antarctica, and around the magnificent coastline of Cape Horn. Cape Horn is the Chilean area at the very southern tip of South America, where Magellan famously navigated during the 1500s. These routes also sail through Straits of Magellan, from the Atlantic to Pacific Ocean (or vice versa, depending on your cruise's itinerary).
The Lost City of the Incas (Machu Picchu)
This awe-inspiring area (built by the Incas during the 15th century) is one of the most popular tourist attractions in all of South America. Filled with giant walls and terraces, and unique flora and fauna, the preserved beauty of this abandoned city will take your breath away. If you are able to visit the ruins at this amazing site in Peru, take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. It is available as an excursion on many South America cruises.
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Featured on many South America cruises, Buenos Aires is Argentina's capital and largest city. Buenos Aires is filled with beautiful beaches and French architecture, as well as great parks, squares and galleries. Among the more popular tourist attractions in Buenos Aires are Teatro Colón (one of the world's most famous opera houses), Puerto Madero (featuring a number of restaurants and bars, as well as a few naval museums), and Avenida Alvear (in Recoleta).
