Patagonian Fjords of Chile | Ocean Victory

• 14 days

DAY 1: Arrival & Embarkation in Ushuaia

Arrive in Ushuaia, Argentina - the world’s southernmost town. Explore the quaint city or local countryside. Alternatively, consider a day trip off the beaten path to the raw, natural archipelago of Tierra del Fuego. It's a hiker's paradise with rugged snow-capped mountains, glaciers, flower-filled meadows and boggy quagmires. In the afternoon, we board our ship, Ocean Victory.

DAY 2: Circumnavigating Cape Horn

You will have the opportunity to cruise around the legendary Cape Horn. This famous and rarely visited island marks the point where the waters of the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans meet.

DAY 3: Glacier Alley to Punta Santa - Day 3 & 4

Glacier alley is one of the most impeccable sailing routes in all the Beagle Channel, if not South America. An array of massive tidewater glaciers await, many of which are named after European countries, due to the 19th century explorers who first mapped the region. This incredible alley is home to some of the most incredible sights in South America.

DAY 5: Through The Fjords to Puerto Natales - Day 5 & 6

Continue deep inland to some of the most remote and stunning locations of Chile. These fjords are home to quaint fishing settlements set a against a lush backdrop of mountain peaks. A truly humbling experience awaits, as you witness the incredible lifestyles of the various rural communities.

Puerto Natales serves as the gateway to the Parque Nacional Torres del Paine. This former modest fishing village is teeming with rich history and incredibly rich cultural interactions with locals.

DAY 7: Bruggen Glacier, Puerto Eden & Tortel - Day 7 -10

The next days will be spent sailing through the Chilean Fjords. This location is rich with incredible sights. The Bruggen Glacier, known has the Pio XI Glacier is a large mass 66km in length and the longest glacier in the Southern hemisphere outside of Antarctica.

Tortel is a quaint fishing village now left as a national monument. Still isolate, the locals here are more open toward tourism and are keen to share their incredible experiences.

DAY 11: Castro, Chiloe Island

Located in Chile's lake district the city of Castro is a small cosmopolitan. Castro is set among windswept hills and lush vegetation. The city is known for its colourful “palafitos”, wooden houses mounted on stilts along the water's edge. While here, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Iglesia de San Francisco.

DAY 12: Towards Valparaiso - Day 12 & 13

The following day will be spent at your own leisure. As you sail toward Valparaiso, reflect on the incredible journeys you have made so far with your fellow passengers and enjoy the various activities offered on board.

DAY 14: Disembarkation in Valparaiso

This remarkable expedition cruise ends in the colourful and poetic port of Valparaíso. One of the best ways of seeing this scenic town is to climb the hills aboard a funicular, which allows sweeping views. We recommend extending your cruise by adding an optional Post-programme to the amazing Atacama Desert.

• Before embarking on your voyage, why not experience the amazing wonders of two of South America’s most vibrant cities. A 9 Day Rio to Buenos Aires journey will be the perfect way to indulge in a mix of Latin American cultural experience and sights. From the awe-inspiring Christ the Redeemer, to the roaring cascades of Iguazu falls and the European avenues of Buenos Aires this is a spectacular way to experience this unique and dynamic corner of our world. Find out more

• Experience the breathtaking landscape of the Atacama Desert. Undertake a 4-day luxury experience in a spectacular and private location. Tucked in a valley of scenic beauty you may choose to visit salt flats, hot springs, steaming geysers or even climb a volcano. Or simply unwind by visiting local museums or embracing local cultural encounters. Find out more.

• Explore the Chilean capital of Santiago, before heading to Torres del Paine National Park, one of the most spectacular parks in South America. Head to El Calafate on the edge of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field and from here visit the world famous Perito Moreno Glacier. Find out more

Being environmentally accountable is a crucial part of our organisation. Chimu is currently striving towards using less paper, taking several initiatives to do so and tracking our progress along the way. Our goal: A paperless organisation. For this reason, all information given to you will be sent electronically. We encourage those who choose to travel with us to support our aspirations and actions and ask that you reconsider printing out documentation. To view these documents, you can download them to your iPad or portable computer before and during your trip.

Chimu is passionate and dedicated to sustainability measures and understands the crucial part sustainability plays within the tourism industry.

We use local guides and office staff to both maximise local employment opportunities and minimise carbon footprint. Local guides also ensure you benefit from the intimate knowledge, passion and culture of the country you’re visiting. Our guides are all highly qualified (most with university degrees) or equip with many years of experience and are paid above the standard wage. Whether it be our knowledgeable local guides, locally produced meals or the transport on tour, we do not use imported goods when local products are available. We aim to minimise our impact on the environment and give as much back as possible to the communities we work in.

While visiting the many national parks, heritage sites, museums and landmarks our travellers are encouraged to explore whilst remaining culturally aware and sensitive. We further encourage you to buy appropriate souvenirs and discourage the buying of anything wrongfully made or taken from the environment i.e. shells and endangered species products. Information on how you can be environmentally conscious, and travel responsibly will be made available in our Travellers Guides and provided during your travels by guides and staff.

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