Cruises range from 14 to 22 days and
stretch from the Panama Canal down to Antarctica
SEATTLE, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bookings are now
open for Holland America Line's 2025-2026 South America and Antarctica season. Featuring a series of
longer cruises up to 22 days, guests can experience the region's
captivating blend of diverse cultures, breathtaking natural
landscapes and rich historical heritage — including 16 UNESCO World
Heritage sites and UNESCO Biosphere Reserves.
Holland America
Line's 2025-2026 South
America and Antarctica Cruises Feature Iconic Sites and
UNESCO Experiences
From November 2025 through
March 2026, Oosterdam cruises
between San Antonio (Santiago), Chile, and either Buenos Aires, Argentina, or Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The itineraries
offer once-in-a-lifetime opportunities for
travelers, showcasing the iconic sites of South America like Iguazu Falls, Machu Picchu
and Torres del Paine National Park, along with Antarctica's memorable scenery and
wildlife.
"South America is a vibrant
region that offers contrasting experiences within one cruise,
sailing from the tropics to glaciers and busy cities to some of the
most remote places in the world," said Dan
Rough, vice president, revenue management, Holland America
Line. "Our mid-sized ships make it possible to craft itineraries
that feature an exciting collection of South American ports; and
our menus, enrichment and entertainment on board ensure guests come
away feeling deeply connected to the places they
visited."
Highlights of the South
America and Antarctica Season aboard Oosterdam:
- 14-day "South America Passage" itineraries cruise between
San Antonio (Santiago) and Buenos
Aires:
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- Guests enjoy an overnight visit at Buenos Aires at the beginning or end of each
cruise, giving extra time to take in a tango show and experience
the nightlife of one of South
America's most vibrant cities.
- Ports include Puerto Montt,
Puerto Chacabuco and Punta Arenas, Chile; Ushuaia, Argentina; Stanley, Falkland Islands; and Montevideo, Uruguay.
- Scenic cruising includes the Chilean Fjords, Strait of
Magellan, Beagle and Cockburn Channels, Glacier Alley and rounding
Cape Horn.
- Departures: Dec. 4, 2025, and
Feb. 22 and March 8, 2026.
- 17-Day "Panama Canal and Inca Discovery" cruises sail between
Fort Lauderdale and San Antonio (Santiago):
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- Two nights at Callao (Lima),
Peru, allow extra time for guests
to take an overland tour to Machu Picchu.
- An overland tour to the Galapagos Islands is available.
- Calls in Grand Cayman,
Panama, Ecuador, Peru
and Chile, with an overnight at
Fuerte Amador, Panama.
- A journey between Atlantic and Pacific oceans with a transit
through the lakes and locks of the famed Panama Canal.
- Departures: Nov. 17, 2025, and
March 22, 2026.
- 22-Day "South America and
Antarctica" itineraries cruise
between San Antonio (Santiago) and Buenos
Aires:
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- An overnight visit at Buenos
Aires at the beginning or end of the cruise.
- Calls in Uruguay, Argentina, Falkland
Islands and Chile.
- Four memorable days exploring the vistas of Antarctica, guided by a naturalist who comes
on board to point out penguin colonies and whale pods.
- Scenic cruising in the Chilean fjords, Drake Passage, Beagle
Channel and Glacier Alley.
- Departures: Dec. 18, 2025
(holiday cruise), and Jan. 9 and 31,
2026.
Collectors' Voyages Combine Back-to-Back Cruises
The
"Panama Canal and Inca Discovery" itineraries can be combined with
the "South America Passage" cruises to form a 31-day exploration
between Fort Lauderdale and
Buenos Aires. Merging back-to-back
sailings into one Collectors' Voyage allows guests to create an
extended cruise vacation that visits different areas of
South America.
An Abundance of UNESCO Sites in South America
Holland America Line 2025–2026 South America cruises visit 16 UNESCO World
Heritage sites and UNESCO Biosphere Reserves. This esteemed
collection represents the best of human heritage and the natural
world: Archaeological Site of Old Panama and Historical District of
Panama, the city of Cusco, Machu
Picchu, Nazca Lines, Historic Quarter of the Seaport City of
Valparaiso, Torres del Paine National Park, Alberto de Agostini
National Park, Cape Horn, Los Glaciares National Park, Galapagos
Islands, Chan Chan Archaeological Zone, Argentina's Valdes Peninsula, Lima's Historical Centre, Historic Quarter of
the City of Colonia del Sacramento, Iguazu Falls and Iguazu National
Park.
Authentic Experiences On Board and Ashore
On
South America and Antarctic
cruises, Holland America Line brings local flavors on board. Guests
enjoy fresh, locally sourced specialties such as Chilean salmon,
stuffed empanadas, and world-renowned wines including Malbec,
Carménère, Torrontés and more. On immersive shore excursions,
guests can visit an indigenous Emberá tribe, meet a real Chilean
huaso (cowboy), learn to craft a traditional Panama hat or enjoy an intimate dinner at an
Argentine "closed-door restaurant."
Have It All Early Booking Bonus
For a limited
time, when guests book 2025-2026 South
America and Antarctica
cruises with the Have It All premium package, the standard package
amenities of shore excursions (two for 10-20 days; three for 21
days or longer), specialty dining (two for 10-20 days; three for 21
days or longer), a Signature Beverage Package and Surf Wi-Fi are
included — plus the added perk of free prepaid Crew Appreciation,
along with free upgrades to the Elite Beverage Package and Premium
Wi-Fi.
Cruise-only fares for a 14-day South America Passage begin at
$1,699 per person double occupancy.
Taxes, fees and port expenses are additional.
For more information about Holland America Line, consult a
travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit
hollandamerica.com.
Editors Note: Photos are available at
https://www.cruiseimagelibrary.com/c/4cagdas6.
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About Holland America Line
Holland America Line, part of Carnival Corporation and
plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL and NYSE:CUK), has been exploring the world for
150 years with expertly crafted itineraries, extraordinary service
and genuine connections to each destination. Offering an ideal
perfectly-sized ship experience, its fleet visits nearly 400 ports
in 114 countries around the world and has shared the thrill of
Alaska for more than 75 years —
longer than any other cruise line. Holland America Line's 11 vessels feature a diverse
range of enriching activities and amenities focused on destination
immersion and personalized travel. Guests enjoy the best
entertainment at sea each evening and dining venues featuring
exclusive dishes by world-famous chefs. A new global fresh fish
program brings more than 80 types of fresh fish on board, sourced
and served locally in regions around the world.
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