Oosterdam: 22-Night from Buenos Aires - December 19, 2026

Your cruise departs from Buenos Aires, Argentina on the Oosterdam. We strongly recommend flying in the day before - flight delays and cancellations happen, and the ship won't wait. Use the extra time to explore Buenos Aires, Argentina and start your trip relaxed. Complete your online check-in before arrival. Carry small bills for cafes and markets, and enjoy the slower pace that locals embrace.

With 15 hours hours in Montevideo, Uruguay - from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM - you have a full day ashore with room to breathe. Go beyond the typical tourist stops: neighborhoods, local dining, and cultural sites that most cruise visitors never reach. Leave time for unstructured wandering. Wander through Ciudad Vieja, Montevideo's historic old town, where cobbled streets, colonial buildings, art galleries, and lively plazas showcase the city's heritage.

The Oosterdam is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Punta del Este, Uruguay are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. Visit Playa Brava to see the famous La Mano sculpture emerging from the sand.

Your ship arrives in Puerto Madryn, Argentina at 9:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Embark on a boat tour in Golfo Nuevo to observe southern right whales up close.

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Stanley, Falkland Islands, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. The town center is compact and easy to explore on foot, with shops, museums, and cafes close to the landing point.

The Oosterdam is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Ushuaia, Argentina are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. Explore diverse landscapes of forests, rivers, and mountains in Tierra del Fuego National Park.

Your ship arrives in Punta Arenas, Chile at 10:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Take a boat tour to Magdalena Island to observe large colonies of Magellanic penguins up close.

You'll have 8 hours hours to explore Puerto Chacabuco, Chile, from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Bring layered clothing and windproof outerwear for variable weather.

The Oosterdam is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Puerto Montt, Chile are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. Explore Angelmó, the town's iconic market, where locals sell fresh seafood, artisan crafts, and regional products.

Your cruise ends in San Antonio, Santiago, Chile, where the Oosterdam is scheduled to dock at 7:00 AM. On a smaller ship, the disembarkation process moves quickly - most passengers are off within one to two hours. If you're flying out, book your flight at least four hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. Visitors can also enjoy fresh seafood, stroll along the harbor, and experience local festivals and artisan markets.