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30-night Unexplored Antarctica Between Two Continents Cruise/Land Package

OFFER ID 1545323

Cruise Line
PONANT EXPLORATIONS
Ship
Le Commandant Charcot
Destination
Santiago/Hobart
Departure Date
Jan 16, 2026
Length
29
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The Signature Collection – A Hosted Sailing
Hosted Sailings offer Outstanding Value and Exclusive Amenities.

Exclusive Amenities

  • $200 per Couple Shipboard Credit

Ship Info  |  Le Commandant Charcot
Overview Statistics Services Staterooms Deck Plans


Up to 30% May Be Available Based on the Voyage Selected! (Click for terms.)

Up to 30% Bonus - Consumer Details:

  • Promotion is ongoing, capacity controlled, subject to availability, and can be withdrawn at any time without notice.
  • Enjoy bonus savings of up to 30% based on the voyage selected and time of booking.
  • Offer combinable with PONANT Bonus, PONANT Yacht Club, current brand offers, onboard savings, and contracted partner amenities.
  • Offer available on new bookings only and is capacity controlled.
  • Rates already reflect promotional savings. No further discounts will apply.
  • Call your travel advisor to book with this promotion.

While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of the content and amenities displayed, promotions listed on the confirmation page may possibly not be combinable with the booked rate code/promotion. Guests are encouraged to check with their Travel Advisor to confirm which amenities/promotions they will receive based on the promotion/price booked.

ITINERARY
Private Car & Driver
Optional Private Excursion
Destination Guide
Santiago
Arrive
01/16/2026
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Depart
01/16/2026
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Additional Optional Private Excursions

Santiago - Private Half-Day Tour (4 Hours)

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Santiago - Private Half-Day Tour (4 Hours)

Discover the essence of Santiago as you explore its historic city center, lush parks, vibrant neighborhoods, and the city’s official founding site.
Your private tour begins with a convenient hotel pickup, taking you straight into the heart of Santiago’s historic district. Visit the iconic La Moneda Presidential Palace, where your guide will share insights into Chile’s founding and its modern political history. Stroll through the bustling city center, including the colorful Paseo Bandera, adorned with striking street sculptures nestled between government buildings and Chile’s financial hub. At the historic Plaza de Armas, learn about Santiago’s colonial roots, established in 1541 by Pedro de Valdivia, before driving along the scenic Parque Forestal, which lines the banks of the Mapocho River. Pass through the cultural enclaves of Barrio Bellas Artes and Lastarria, and admire the elegant stairways, fountains, and facades of Santa Lucía Hill.

Depending on your interests, you can explore Barrio Bellavista—home to lively restaurants and Pablo Neruda’s eccentric residence, La Chascona—or head uptown to experience the striking contrasts of this remarkable city.

This curated tour offers a perfect balance of history, culture, and scenic exploration.

Santiago - Culinary Contrasts: Markets & Bohemian Tour (5–6 Hours)

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Santiago - Culinary Contrasts: Markets & Bohemian Tour (5–6 Hours)

Immerse yourself in Santiago’s vibrant culinary scene as you explore the rich traditions of the market district and the trendy gourmet delights of hip Barrio Italia—a must for urban food lovers!

Your journey begins with a hotel pickup and a visit to Santiago’s historic center. Starting at the Plaza de Armas, we’ll make our way to the bustling Market District, home to La Vega Chica, La Vega Central, Tirso de Molina, and Mercado Central. Here, you’ll dive into Chile’s culinary traditions, experiencing the vibrant energy of markets that supply fresh goods to the entire city. Enjoy the colorful sights, enticing aromas, and lively atmosphere as you sample classic dishes like porotos (beans), savor a refreshing mote con huesillos—a beloved treat somewhere between a dessert and a drink—and try other traditional Chilean flavors. Wrap up the market visit with fresh seafood at Mercado Central, perfectly paired with a crisp Chilean white wine.

Next, we’ll drive through scenic Parque Forestal, pass the historic neighborhood of Lastarria, and admire Cerro Santa Lucía, the official founding site of Santiago. Our final destination is the bohemian Barrio Italia, a neighborhood known for its relaxed vibe, charming cafes, and boutique shops. Here, indulge in gourmet chocolate samples, stroll through the hidden arcades, and treat yourself to artisan ice cream, a favorite Chilean dessert.

This tour offers a perfect blend of tradition and modernity, giving you a taste of the contrasts that make Santiago such a dynamic and diverse city.

Destination Guide
Santiago
Arrive
01/17/2026
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Depart
01/17/2026
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Additional Optional Private Excursions

Santiago - Private Half-Day Tour (4 Hours)

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Santiago - Private Half-Day Tour (4 Hours)

Discover the essence of Santiago as you explore its historic city center, lush parks, vibrant neighborhoods, and the city’s official founding site.
Your private tour begins with a convenient hotel pickup, taking you straight into the heart of Santiago’s historic district. Visit the iconic La Moneda Presidential Palace, where your guide will share insights into Chile’s founding and its modern political history. Stroll through the bustling city center, including the colorful Paseo Bandera, adorned with striking street sculptures nestled between government buildings and Chile’s financial hub. At the historic Plaza de Armas, learn about Santiago’s colonial roots, established in 1541 by Pedro de Valdivia, before driving along the scenic Parque Forestal, which lines the banks of the Mapocho River. Pass through the cultural enclaves of Barrio Bellas Artes and Lastarria, and admire the elegant stairways, fountains, and facades of Santa Lucía Hill.

Depending on your interests, you can explore Barrio Bellavista—home to lively restaurants and Pablo Neruda’s eccentric residence, La Chascona—or head uptown to experience the striking contrasts of this remarkable city.

This curated tour offers a perfect balance of history, culture, and scenic exploration.

Santiago - Culinary Contrasts: Markets & Bohemian Tour (5–6 Hours)

  Close

Santiago - Culinary Contrasts: Markets & Bohemian Tour (5–6 Hours)

Immerse yourself in Santiago’s vibrant culinary scene as you explore the rich traditions of the market district and the trendy gourmet delights of hip Barrio Italia—a must for urban food lovers!

Your journey begins with a hotel pickup and a visit to Santiago’s historic center. Starting at the Plaza de Armas, we’ll make our way to the bustling Market District, home to La Vega Chica, La Vega Central, Tirso de Molina, and Mercado Central. Here, you’ll dive into Chile’s culinary traditions, experiencing the vibrant energy of markets that supply fresh goods to the entire city. Enjoy the colorful sights, enticing aromas, and lively atmosphere as you sample classic dishes like porotos (beans), savor a refreshing mote con huesillos—a beloved treat somewhere between a dessert and a drink—and try other traditional Chilean flavors. Wrap up the market visit with fresh seafood at Mercado Central, perfectly paired with a crisp Chilean white wine.

Next, we’ll drive through scenic Parque Forestal, pass the historic neighborhood of Lastarria, and admire Cerro Santa Lucía, the official founding site of Santiago. Our final destination is the bohemian Barrio Italia, a neighborhood known for its relaxed vibe, charming cafes, and boutique shops. Here, indulge in gourmet chocolate samples, stroll through the hidden arcades, and treat yourself to artisan ice cream, a favorite Chilean dessert.

This tour offers a perfect blend of tradition and modernity, giving you a taste of the contrasts that make Santiago such a dynamic and diverse city.

Destination Guide
Ushuaia
Arrive
01/17/2026
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Depart
01/17/2026
06:00 pm
Additional Optional Private Excursions

Ushuaia – Tierra del Fuego National Park and End of the World Train - Half Day

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Ushuaia – Tierra del Fuego National Park and End of the World Train - Half Day

Meet your local guide at local pier and start with your visit. 
Begin the tour by driving along National Route N3, crossing the valley of the Pipo River and the foothills of Mount Susana, to the train station located in the area where the inmates of the old prison collected firewood.
 
The little steam train will wind along the trail that the prison train used to follow over bridges, swampy areas, and green valleys, making a short stop at La Macarena waterfall. On completion of the train ride and already in the Tierra del Fuego National Park, drive through the most attractive landscapes of the park, such as Lake Roca and Bahía Lapataia (where the National Route N3, part of the Pan-American Highway ends).
 
In different locations take short walks to appreciate the different species of the native forest and the protected fauna in the southernmost National Park of Argentina.

After the tour you will be transferred back to the pier.

Tour highlights: 

  • Beagle Channel
  • Lapataia Bay
  • End of the World train
 
Inclusions
  • Transfers to/from the pier
  • English speaking guide
  • Private vehicle
 
Exclusions
  • Gratuities for guide and driver
  • Box-Lunch
  • Entrance fee

Destination Guide
Drake Passage
Arrive
01/18/2026
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Depart
01/18/2026
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No information currently available.

Drake Passage
Arrive
01/19/2026
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Depart
01/19/2026
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No information currently available.

Antarctic Circle Crossing
Arrive
01/20/2026
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Depart
01/20/2026
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No information currently available.

Charcot Island
Arrive
01/21/2026
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Depart
01/21/2026
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No information currently available.

Bellingshausen Sea
Arrive
01/22/2026
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Depart
01/22/2026
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No information currently available.

Bellingshausen Sea
Arrive
01/23/2026
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Depart
01/23/2026
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No information currently available.

Bellingshausen Sea
Arrive
01/24/2026
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Depart
01/24/2026
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No information currently available.

Amundsen Sea
Arrive
01/25/2026
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Depart
01/25/2026
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No information currently available.

Marie Byrd Land
Arrive
01/26/2026
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Depart
01/26/2026
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No information currently available.

Marie Byrd Land
Arrive
01/27/2026
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Depart
01/27/2026
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No information currently available.

Marie Byrd Land
Arrive
01/28/2026
---
Depart
01/28/2026
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No information currently available.

Marie Byrd Land
Arrive
01/29/2026
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Depart
01/29/2026
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No information currently available.

Marie Byrd Land
Arrive
01/30/2026
---
Depart
01/30/2026
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No information currently available.

Marie Byrd Land
Arrive
01/31/2026
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Depart
01/31/2026
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No information currently available.

Marie Byrd Land
Arrive
02/01/2026
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Depart
02/01/2026
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No information currently available.

Cross International Dateline
Arrive
02/02/2026
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Depart
02/02/2026
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No information currently available.

At Sea
Arrive
02/03/2026
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Depart
02/03/2026
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No information currently available.

Ross Sea Region
Arrive
02/04/2026
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Depart
02/04/2026
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No information currently available.

Ross Sea Region
Arrive
02/05/2026
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Depart
02/05/2026
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No information currently available.

Ross Sea Region
Arrive
02/06/2026
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Depart
02/06/2026
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No information currently available.

Balleny Islands
Arrive
02/07/2026
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Depart
02/07/2026
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No information currently available.

At Sea
Arrive
02/08/2026
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Depart
02/08/2026
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No information currently available.

At Sea
Arrive
02/09/2026
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Depart
02/09/2026
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No information currently available.

Macquarie Island
Arrive
02/10/2026
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Depart
02/10/2026
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Destination Guide
At Sea
Arrive
02/11/2026
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Depart
02/11/2026
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No information currently available.

At Sea
Arrive
02/12/2026
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Depart
02/12/2026
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No information currently available.

At Sea
Arrive
02/13/2026
---
Depart
02/13/2026
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No information currently available.

At Sea
Arrive
02/14/2026
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Depart
02/14/2026
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No information currently available.

Hobart
Arrive
02/15/2026
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Depart
02/15/2026
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Destination Guide
Itinerary subject to change without notice. Please confirm itinerary at time of booking.
PRICING & STATEROOMS

Up to 30% May Be Available Based on the Voyage Selected! (Click for terms.)

Up to 30% Bonus - Consumer Details:

  • Promotion is ongoing, capacity controlled, subject to availability, and can be withdrawn at any time without notice.
  • Enjoy bonus savings of up to 30% based on the voyage selected and time of booking.
  • Offer combinable with PONANT Bonus, PONANT Yacht Club, current brand offers, onboard savings, and contracted partner amenities.
  • Offer available on new bookings only and is capacity controlled.
  • Rates already reflect promotional savings. No further discounts will apply.
  • Call your travel advisor to book with this promotion.

While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of the content and amenities displayed, promotions listed on the confirmation page may possibly not be combinable with the booked rate code/promotion. Guests are encouraged to check with their Travel Advisor to confirm which amenities/promotions they will receive based on the promotion/price booked.

Balcony

Prestige Stateroom Deck 8 [ PR8 ]

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Prestige Stateroom Deck 7 [ PR7 ]

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Prestige Stateroom Deck 6 [ PR6 ]

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Suite

Owner's Suite [ SA ]

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Privilege Suite Deck 8 [ VS8 ]

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Privilege Suite Deck 6 [ VS6 ]

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Prestige Suite Deck 8 [ PS8 ]

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Prestige Suite Deck 7 [ PS7 ]

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Deluxe Suite Deck 7 [ PV7 ]

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Deluxe Suite Deck 6 [ PV6 ]

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Duplex Suite [ DU ]

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Deluxe Suite [ DS ]

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Fares listed are per person, based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.

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Departure Date
Jan 16, 2026
Number of Nights
29
Cruise Inclusions

Cruise, meals, and more... including:

  • Complimentary Open Bar including alcoholic beverages, bottled water, soft drinks, specialty coffees, and fully stocked stateroom mini bar
  • Complimentary Fine Cuisine Restaurants
  • Complimentary 24-hour room service for all staterooms and suites
  • Complimentary Unlimited Wi-Fi throughout the ship
  • Complimentary Gratuities
  • Complimentary 24-hour butler service in suites
  • Complimentary use of Wellness facilities
  • Complimentary Concierge Service for all staterooms and suites
  • HERMES amenities
  • Open Bridge Policy
Remarks
Fares listed are per person, based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.



All prices per person and in USD unless otherwise stated.
Offer ID
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