“Pio XI—or the Brüggen Glacier—is the longest glacier in the southern hemisphere outside of Antarctica, and it is truly spectacular,” said Paul Grigsby, vice president of deployment and revenue planning for Holland America Line.
“Sometimes referred to as the ‘Grandaddy of Patagonian icefields,’ it’s known for its bright blue hues and signature dark streak, and it can really only be accessed via ship,” Grigsby added.
Pio XI is an active glacier, likely to provide exciting calving experiences for guests. Other highlights of the itinerary include port calls to Montevideo, Uruguay; Stanley, Falkland Islands; Ushuaia, Argentina; and Punta Arenas, Puerto Chacabuco, and Puerto Montt, Chile.
Some Voyages Offer Overland Add-On Tours
Oosterdam will sail two 16-day Panama Canal and Inca Discovery voyages between Fort Lauderdale and Santiago, Chile. In addition to transiting the Panama Canal and exploring Panama City and Lima, Peru, guests can book an overland tour to one of the Galapagos Islands.
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The three-night excursion includes overland transportation from the Port of Manta to Guayaquil Airport followed by a flight to the Galapagos, where local guides accompany guests to various islands.
Another overland option for guests on these sailings includes three or four nights in Cusco, known as the gateway to Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage site. In fact, Holland America’s series of South America and Antarctica cruises in 2026-27 feature nearly two-dozen UNESCO sites.
Oosterdam’s South America roster also invites guests to celebrate the 2026 Christmas and 2027 New Year holidays onboard, during her 22-day South America and Antarctica Holiday cruise.
Holland America Line is offering its Have It All premium package on all South America and Antarctica cruises during the 2026-27 season. Benefits include a package of shore excursions, specialty dining venues, WiFi, crew tips, and other perks.
Members of the line’s loyalty club, Mariner Society, will receive up to $400 in onboard credits per cabin when booking by March 31, 2025.
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