Cruise Le Lyrial: Antarctica, Argentina, Falkland Islands departing from Ushuaia

The port:

The port of Ushuaia, located at the southernmost tip of Argentina, is the main gateway to the wonders of Tierra del Fuego. Just a few hundred meters from the city center, the port makes it easy to explore the world's southernmost city. Surrounded by the snow-capped mountains of the Andes and the cold waters of the Beagle Channel, Ushuaia offers a unique and captivating cruising experience, right in the heart of wild and unspoilt landscapes.

What to visit in Ushuaia

Ushuaia abounds in natural and historical sites. The Musée du Bout du Monde, retracing the history of indigenous peoples and explorers, is a must-see. For nature lovers, the Tierra del Fuego National Park offers breathtaking landscapes of forests, lakes and mountains. A visit to Les Éclaireurs lighthouse, often referred to as the "lighthouse at the end of the world", is a memorable adventure. For a cultural experience, Ushuaia's Maritime and Prison Museum offers an insight into the city's penitentiary history.

What to visit in the area

Around Ushuaia, boat trips on the Beagle Channel offer spectacular views of local wildlife, including colonies of sea lions and seabirds. For hiking enthusiasts, the Martial Glacier trails offer exceptional panoramic views of the city and the canal. A visit to the Harberton Farm, the oldest in the region, provides an insight into the way of life of the first settlers. Finally, for total immersion in untouched landscapes, itineraries to Antarctica often depart from Ushuaia, offering spectacular cruising experiences.

The Drake Passage is a notorious sea passage between southern South America and Antarctica, renowned for its difficult sailing conditions. The Drake Passage is also a place of exceptional wildlife observation, including albatrosses and whales. Crossing the Drake Passage is a memorable experience and an impressive preamble to discovering the extraordinary natural beauty of Antarctica.

The Drake Passage is a notorious sea passage between southern South America and Antarctica, renowned for its difficult sailing conditions. The Drake Passage is also a place of exceptional wildlife observation, including albatrosses and whales. Crossing the Drake Passage is a memorable experience and an impressive preamble to discovering the extraordinary natural beauty of Antarctica.

Sailing days are the ideal opportunity to take advantage of the facilities available. Depending on the ship, you'll have access to pools, whirlpools, spas, gyms and theaters, ensuring relaxation and entertainment for all.

Antarctica is a land of extreme wonders, offering dazzling white landscapes and deep blue skies that meet on the infinite horizon. It's a continent of silence broken only by the crunch of glaciers and the calls of penguins. Zodiac expeditions take you through fields of icebergs and encounters with humpback whales, while scattered research bases reveal scientific efforts to understand this enigmatic continent. The midnight sun of the austral summer allows you to explore this unique environment day and night.

Sailing days are the ideal opportunity to take advantage of the facilities available. Depending on the ship, you'll have access to pools, whirlpools, spas, gyms and theaters, ensuring relaxation and entertainment for all.

Sailing days are the ideal opportunity to take advantage of the facilities available. Depending on the ship, you'll have access to pools, whirlpools, spas, gyms and theaters, ensuring relaxation and entertainment for all.

Sailing days are the ideal opportunity to take advantage of the facilities available. Depending on the ship, you'll have access to pools, whirlpools, spas, gyms and theaters, ensuring relaxation and entertainment for all.

Sailing days are the ideal opportunity to take advantage of the facilities available. Depending on the ship, you'll have access to pools, whirlpools, spas, gyms and theaters, ensuring relaxation and entertainment for all.

Port Stanley, the capital of the Falkland Islands, is a charming town with a distinctly British heritage. Discover its colorful buildings, museum and Falklands War Memorial. The town is a starting point for observing the archipelago's unique wildlife, including penguins, sea lions and albatrosses. The battlefields of the Falklands War can also be visited by those interested in military history.

Sailing days are the ideal opportunity to take advantage of the facilities available. Depending on the ship, you'll have access to pools, whirlpools, spas, gyms and theaters, ensuring relaxation and entertainment for all.

Sailing days are the ideal opportunity to take advantage of the facilities available. Depending on the ship, you'll have access to pools, whirlpools, spas, gyms and theaters, ensuring relaxation and entertainment for all.

Puerto Madryn, Argentina, is the gateway to the Peninsula Valdés, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This wildlife paradise offers exceptional sightings of right whales, penguins, sea lions and elephant seals. Dive with sea lions or explore the beaches and steppes of Patagonia.

Sailing days are the ideal opportunity to take advantage of the facilities available. Depending on the ship, you'll have access to pools, whirlpools, spas, gyms and theaters, ensuring relaxation and entertainment for all.

Sailing days are the ideal opportunity to take advantage of the facilities available. Depending on the ship, you'll have access to pools, whirlpools, spas, gyms and theaters, ensuring relaxation and entertainment for all.

Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, is renowned for its tango, European architecture and delicious cuisine. Stroll through the neighborhoods of La Boca and Palermo to discover street art and cafés. Visit the Recoleta cemetery and the Teatro Colón. The city offers world-famous steakhouses and lively markets. Buenos Aires is an unforgettable stopover for lovers of culture, art and gastronomy.