After arriving in Ushuaia, Argentina, the southernmost city in the world, you’ll have a welcome meeting at the hotel with a briefing for tomorrow’s embarkation. If you arrive early, you’ll find plenty to keep you occupied in town.

Board the cruise ship Ocean Endeavour, your home for the next 10 days. Settle into your cabin and enjoy a cruise on the Beagle Channel. Eventually, wave goodbye to South America as you begin the true journey to the Great White Continent.

Spend days three and four crossing the Drake Passage, an infamous body of water named after English explorer Sir Francis Drake. If conditions are rough, you may want to spend your time sampling the facilities on the Ocean Endeavour. If conditions are better, sit on deck for a chance to spot dolphins or orcas. Along with safety briefings, there is a comprehensive lecture programme throughout the journey – learn all about the geology, biology and history of Antarctica from the comfort of the ship.

Spend four days exploring the Antarctic Peninsula, seeing jaw-dropping landscapes of arctic beauty. Marvel at glaciers, mountains and the rawness of this remote destination. The wildlife opportunities here are spectacular: spot humpback and minke whales, visit penguin rookeries and look out for leopard seals. You’ll gaze at magnificent sights both during Zodiac excursions and when you venture on land by foot. Please note that the landing sites visited will depend on the ship's location and weather conditions.

Wave goodbye to the majestic beauty of the Antarctic Peninsula as you begin the two-day journey back to Ushuaia. Listen to the last of the lectures from the polar experts, share photos with your shipmates and take full advantage of the on-board health and wellness facilities, including the saunas, heated pool, spa, gym and yoga classes.

Your Antarctica adventure finishes today, as you arrive in Ushuaia in the morning. The tour finishes after breakfast – bid a fond farewell to your fellow travellers, and then transfer to the airport for your flight home. Alternatively, travel on to another destination in South America to explore more of this incredible region. No matter what, you’ll be taking memories with you that will last a lifetime.