South American Passage
About the Trip
February 17–March 8, 2025 | 20 Days
Set out on a 20-day adventure that’s both sophisticated and rugged. Take in the energetic atmosphere of Santiago, where the vivid culture and legacy of Chile’s seafaring history thrives. Sail in the fabled Strait of Magellan while travelling past craggy mountain peaks and captivating, blue-tinted icebergs. Take in the stunning scenery and wildlife of Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. Travel to Port Stanley, home to more than a million penguins. In Buenos Aires, the birthplace of the tango, you’ll soak up the unique blend of Latin and European influences. This high-end journey promises a perfect mix of stunning natural beauty and vibrant cultural diversity.
Member Exclusive Benefits
We reward all our CAA Members on our Extraordinary Explorations® tours/cruises.
- $25 CAD Beverage card†
- $185 USD Shipboard Credit‡
- $50 USD shore excursion credit‡
- 50 CAA Dollars®^
- 25% savings on CAA Travel Insurance◊
Extraordinary Experience
CAA has curated an exceptional experience unique to your tour. Details of this experience are listed below:
Grapes & Gastronomy in Casablanca Valley
Explore the Casablanca Valley and discover why this ocean-cooled climate is famous for producing exceptional Chilean wine. Your Extraordinary Experience will begin with a visit to a local vineyard to learn about the winemaking process from an expert. Immerse yourself in the terroir of the region as you taste a variety of wonderful wines. A complete tour of the vineyard facilities will give you a behind-the-scenes look at the production process. Cap off the visit with a delicious four-course meal where each course is paired with wines and fruit liqueurs to highlight every flavour.
Package Includes:
- Airfare from Toronto or Winnipeg to Santiago, and return from
Buenos Aires to Toronto or Winnipeg - Pre-cruise tour:
- 3-night stay in first-class accommodation in Santiago
- Early check-in and breakfast
- 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner and 1 wine tasting
- Sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary
- English-speaking local guide
- 14-night Cape Horn & Strait of Magellan Cruise onboard the Sapphire Princess®
- Onboard meals and entertainment as per cruise itinerary
- Destination transfers
- Princess plus package:
- Plus Beverage package + Juice Bar
- Unlimited Wi-Fi for a single device
- Crew Appreciation (gratuities)
- Fitness Classes (2 classes)
- Premium Desserts (2 per day)
- 2 Casual Dining meals
- Complimentary room service delivery
- Free Medallion® shipping
South American Passage: Cruising Around Cape Horn
Activity Level: Moderate. Embark on a 20-day tour that blends cultural richness and breathtaking wilderness as you cruise from Chile to Argentina.
Day 1
Depart from Toronto or Winnipeg on your overnight flight to Santiago.
Day 2
Santiago – Upon arrival, meet your local guide and transfer to your hotel for breakfast before you check in. Explore Santiago on your own before your welcome dinner this evening. (B/D)
Day 3
Santiago – Today is a full-day tour of Cajón del Maipo, a canyon filled with active volcanoes, glaciers and rivers just 60 km from the capital of Santiago. Visit the village of San José de Maipo, then continue into the majestic Andes Mountain range to see the spectacular El Yeso reservoir. Take in the awe-inspiring beauty of the crystal-clear water surrounded by snow-capped hills. (B/L)
Day 4
Santiago – Enjoy another full-day excursion to explore the cultural side of Chile, starting in vibrant Valparaíso. See historic Plaza Sotomayor, then ride one of the famous inclined elevators to take in the impressive hilltop harbour views. Explore Viña del Mar, a popular seaside resort. Enjoy your Extraordinary Experience of a Casablanca Valley vineyard tour plus a four-course lunch with wine pairings. Return to Santiago for the evening at leisure. (B/T/L)
Day 5
Santiago – After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to San Antonio harbor to board the Sapphire Princess® for a 14-night Cape Horn & Strait of Magellan Cruise. (B)
Day 6
At sea
Day 7
Puerto Montt, Chile
Day 8
At sea
Day 9
Amalia Glacier, Chile (scenic cruising)
Day 10
Punta Arenas, Chile
Day 11
Ushuaia (Tierra del Fuego), Argentina
Day 12
Cape Horn, Chile (scenic cruising)
Day 13
Falkland Islands (Stanley)
Day 14
At sea
Day 15
Puerto Madryn, Argentina
Day 16
At sea
Day 17
Montevideo, Uruguay
Day 18
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Day 19
Buenos Aires – Disembark and transfer to the airport for your return flight to Toronto or Winnipeg.
Day 20
Arrive home.
B - Breakfast | L - Lunch | D - Dinner | T - Tasting
Terms & Conditions
*$7,719 is an Inside cabin based on Cat. ID, $9,409 is a Balcony cabin based on Cat. BB. **$7,969 is an Inside cabin based on Cat. ID, $9,649 is a Balcony cabin based on Cat. BB. Ship’s Registry: Bermuda. All CAA Member prices are per person, based on double occupancy, in Canadian dollars unless otherwise indicated and are subject to change without prior notice until final payment is paid. All prices are correct at press time and apply to new bookings only, based on availability at time of booking. To receive CAA Member-exclusive benefits, there must be one valid CAA Member travelling per booking. Non-members booking Extraordinary Explorations will not receive Member-exclusive benefits.
†Beverage card is one per person, in Canadian funds and has no cash value.
‡CAA Member-exclusive benefits are per stateroom and are based on double occupancy.
^CAA Dollars awarded per adult Member. To earn and redeem CAA Dollars, you must be a current CAA Member in good standing (CAA Membership dues paid in full by membership expiry date). CAA Dollars will be credited at time of departure. For more information on CAA Dollars, please visit www.caasco.com/caadollars.
◊Travel Insurance, an Orion Travel Insurance product, is underwritten by Echelon Insurance. Twenty-five percent (25%) Member savings is made up of a ten percent (10%) Member savings as well as a promotional fifteen percent (15%) savings when you purchase an Extraordinary Explorations tour through CAA Travel, applies to CAA South Central Ontario and CAA Manitoba Members in good standing (CAA Membership dues paid in full by membership expiry date). This promotional offer is valid until December 31, 2025. Ten percent (10%) Member savings applies to Members in good standing of all other CAA clubs. Savings apply to the total premium excluding applicable taxes. Minimum premium applies. Visitors to Canada Insurance is limited to promotional savings. Certain exclusions, limitations and restrictions apply. Subject to change without notice. A Medical Questionnaire may be required to purchase travel insurance.
Extraordinary Explorations vacations are organized and booked by CAA Travel (South Central Ontario) Inc. and CAA Manitoba (“CAA Travel”) on behalf of CAA Club Group (o/a CAA South Central Ontario and CAA Manitoba). In the event of an increase in any of the cost factors, CAA Travel reserves the right to increase the price whereby the provisions of the Travel Industry Act shall prevail. CAA Extraordinary Explorations packages are 100% non-refundable at final payment. CAA Travel service fee for cancellation prior to final payment varies by program. For full payment terms and conditions, please ask your CAA Travel Consultant. CAA Travel reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements (minimum number of participants) or circumstances beyond its control. Additional fees for checked luggage or other incidentals may be incurred and vary according to itinerary and airline. Air schedules with some tours are not available at press time and may include several connections or forced overnight at passenger’s expense. CAA Travel strongly recommends the purchase of trip cancellation and emergency travel and emergency medical insurance at the time of booking.
Please note: Participants must be able to embark and disembark cruise ships and coaches without assistance as well as have a good level of mobility for walking tours in destinations where stairs and traditional cobblestone streets can be challenging. International transportation vehicles and facilities may not meet accessibility standards.
Flight
IncludedTour Itinerary
Day 1
Depart from Toronto or Winnipeg on your overnight flight to Santiago.
Day 2
Santiago
Upon arrival, meet your local guide and transfer to your hotel where you’ll enjoy breakfast before you check into your room. Enjoy some free time to explore Santiago before meeting with your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (B/D)
Day 3
Santiago
Meet your guide for a full-day tour of Cajón del Maipo. Nestled between the Andes Mountains and alongside the roaring Maipo River, this canyon is only 60 km from the cosmopolitan capital of Santiago yet is filled with active volcanoes, glaciers and rivers. The trip begins with a visit to the village of San José de Maipo, listed as a national heritage site due to its colonial style architecture. The tour continues into the majestic Andes Mountain range, with its impressively rugged landscapes including the spectacular El Yeso reservoir with its crystal-clear water surrounded by snow-capped hills. Enjoy the silence as you take in the awe-inspiring beauty and fill your lungs with exquisite mountain air. (B/L)
Day 4
Santiago
Enjoy another full-day excursion to explore the cultural side of Chile. You’ll begin in the vibrant, charming city of Valparaíso, uniquely nestled among 42 hills and teeming with history. Stop by the Plaza Sotomayor to see its monument honouring the 1879 Naval Battle of Iquique. Continue to the southern part of the city to ride one of the famous inclined elevators and take in the impressive views of the harbour and bay from the hilltop. Next, visit neighbouring Viña del Mar, a popular seaside resort known as "Garden City" thanks to its many well-kept parks and private gardens. Shop the local markets then continue to the Casablanca Valley, one of the country’s premier areas for cultivating grapes. Here your Extraordinary Experience will immerse you in the wine production process with a complete tour of the vineyard facilities followed by a four-course lunch including wine and fruit liqueur pairings. Return to Santiago for the evening at leisure. (B/T/L)
Day 5
Santiago
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to San Antonio harbor, where you’ll board the Sapphire Princess® for a 14-night Cape Horn & Strait of Magellan Cruise. (B)
Day 6
At sea
Day 7
Puerto Montt, Chile
Day 8
At sea
Day 9
Amalia Glacier, Chile (scenic cruising)
Day 10
Punta Arenas, Chile
Day 11
Ushuaia (Tierra del Fuego), Argentina
Day 12
Cape Horn, Chile (scenic cruising)
Day 13
Falkland Islands (Stanley)
Day 14
At sea
Day 15
Puerto Madryn, Argentina
Day 16
At sea
Day 17
Montevideo, Uruguay
Day 18
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Day 19
Buenos Aires
Disembark and transfer to the airport for your return flight to Toronto or Winnipeg.
Day 20
Arrive home.
B - Breakfast | L - Lunch | D - Dinner | T - Tasting