Your private driver will be waiting to transfer you to your luxury hotel in the sophisticated neighbourhood of Recoleta. During your one night stay, relax by the outdoor pool and enjoy classic Argentinian cuisine on the garden terrace.

We’ve arranged a one night pre-cruise stay in an elegant property set in the nature reserve. The following day, you’ll transfer to Ushuaia Port to board Quark’s M/V Ultramarine for your eight night adventure.

The Drake Passage is by far the most exceptional moving body of water on Earth! As you cross the iconic passage, days will be filled with presentations led by your expedition guides. You will prepare for wildlife encounters and learn the glaciology and history of what’s to come.

You will be in awe as you reach the icy islands and set out on guided Zodiac excursions, witnessing new scenes of wildlife and landscape daily. After adventurous days, relax at the luxury spa, browse through the boutique or enjoy a drink at the bar.

Throughout your zodiac outings, experience everyday life in Antarctica. Watch penguins arguing over prized pebbles, hear the sounds of orca breaching the icy water and the dramatic cracks of glaciers breaking the deafening silence.

Board the twin-engine helicopter and soar over the frozen landscape, landing on a remote island only accessible by air. With your guide, hike over remote ridge lines, glaciated terrain and snow-topped peaks.

Look out for birds and scout for whales before arriving back in Ushuaia, where you’ll disembark. You’ll then take a flight to Buenos Aires, where you’ll spend three nights in a luxury partner property.

Fondly known as the Paris of the South, Buenos Aires is home to beautiful 19th century architecture, colourful café-lined streets and modern art museums. We’ll reserve tables at some of our favourite restaurants and parrillas.

Arrive in Dublin.