Sail the Untouched Wonders of the Antarctic Peninsula and Discover the Distinct Cultures of South America

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Princess Cruises has announced its 2026-27 South America and Antarctica season, featuring the debut of the 3,560-guest Majestic Princess. The season includes five itineraries with six departures, ranging from 15 to 33 days, visiting 17 destinations across 10 countries. Key highlights include two overnight scenic experiences in the Antarctic Peninsula and visits to 10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

The cruise line introduces new scenic cruising through the Beagle Channel Fjords and Glacier Alley. Itineraries include a 15-day Cape Horn & Glaciers of Patagonia, 17-day Antarctica & South America with four days in the Antarctic region, and an 18-day Brazilian Adventure. Early booking discounts until June 14, 2025, offer up to $1,200 onboard credit, up to $400 shore excursion credit, instant savings up to $400, and up to 40% off per stateroom.

Majestic Princess Voyages Chart New Scenic Routes and Five Immersive Itineraries for the 2026-27 Season

FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises has unveiled its new 2026-27 South America and Antarctica season, now open for sale, offering guests epic landscapes and extraordinary adventures—from the birthplace of the tango to the home of playful penguins.

New for the 2026-27 season, the 3,560-guest Majestic Princess makes her debut. Princess Cruises is a member and operator in IAATO (International Association of Antarctic Tour Operators), committing to safe, environmentally responsible private-sector travel to the Antarctic. 

Also, for the first time, Princess introduces scenic cruising through the Beagle Channel Fjords and Glacier Alley, showcasing the spectacular hanging and tidewater glaciers descending from the Darwin Mountain Range, offering an unforgettable visual experience.

Highlights of the November 2026 - January 2027 South America & Antarctica season include:

• Five itineraries and six departures, ranging from 15 to 33 days aboard the Royal-Class Majestic Princess.
• Two overnight scenic experiences in the Antarctic Peninsula.
• Featuring 17 destinations in 10 countries:
  • 10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Peninsula Valdés Patagonian Nature Preserve from Puerto Madryn and the beautiful cultural center Sitio Roberto Burle Marx from Rio de Janeiro
  • 15-day Cape Horn & Glaciers of Patagonia with scenic cruising and overnight in Buenos Aires
  • 17-day Antarctica & South America with four days in the Antarctic region
  • 18-day Brazilian Adventure including Rio, Uruguay, Barbados and Buenos Aires overnight

"Our award-winning itineraries to South America and Antarctica highlight a place of raw beauty where Mother Nature truly shines," said Terry Thornton, Princess Cruises Chief Commercial Officer. "From the natural wildlife, rugged coastlines and unique culture, the ultimate highlight of our upcoming 2026-27 cruise season is our return to Antarctica where we offer our guests the rare chance to visit one of the most remote and awe-inspiring places on earth."

Guests Can Expect:

Wildlife
Over one million penguins from five different species nest each year in the Falkland Islands. Plus, while sailing through Beagle Channel, Glacier Alley and Antarctic waters whales, porpoises, leopard seals, seabirds and even more penguins can be spotted in their natural habitat.

Breathtaking Spectacles
On land, guests revel in Rio's skyline framed by Corcovado and Sugarloaf mountains above Ipanema and Copacabana. The cruise through icy Antarctica features Gerlache Strait, Elephant Island and South Shetland Islands. Scenic highlights include Beagle Channel Fjords at the Chile-Argentina border, Glacier Alley with dramatic glaciers from the Darwin Range and Cape Horn & Tierra de Fuego, at the edge of the world.

Rhythmic Culture
This region of the world pulses with the samba in Brazil and the tango in Argentina and Uruguay. Guests can sip a caipirinha on the beaches and taste the world-renowned steak and wine in Argentina and Chile. No cruise to South America is complete without cultural icons Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio and La Recoleta Cemetery in Buenos Aires, the resting place of Eva Peron.

Early Booking Discounts
Cruisers booking by June 14, 2025, can secure the best fares, top staterooms and exclusive shore excursions with the following onboard perks based on stateroom category booked:

• Up to $1,200 onboard credit per stateroom.
• Up to $400 shore excursion credit per stateroom.

These perks can also be combined with Princess' limited time offer of:

• Up to $400 instant savings per stateroom.
• Up to 40 percent off.
• Free stateroom location upgrade.

More details can be secured through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-Princess (1-800-774-6237) or by visiting www.princess.com.

About Princess Cruises
Princess Cruises is The Love Boat, the world's most iconic cruise brand that delivers dream vacations to millions of guests every year in the most sought-after destinations on the largest ships that offer elite service personalization and simplicity customary of small, yacht-class ships. Well-appointed staterooms, world class dining, grand performances, award-winning casinos and entertainment, luxurious spas, imaginative experiences and boundless activities blend with exclusive Princess MedallionClass service to create meaningful connections and unforgettable moments in the most incredible settings in the world - the Caribbean, Alaska, Panama Canal, Mexican Riviera, Europe, South America, Australia/New Zealand, the South Pacific, Hawaii, Asia, Canada/New England, Antarctica, and World Cruises. Sun Princess, the brand's new, next-level Love Boat named Condé Nast Traveler's Mega Ship of the Year, introduces the groundbreaking Sphere Class platform and will be joined by sister ship, Star Princess, in Fall 2025. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK). 

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FAQ

What are the key itineraries offered in Princess Cruises' 2026-27 South America season?

Princess Cruises offers 5 itineraries including a 15-day Cape Horn & Glaciers of Patagonia, 17-day Antarctica & South America with 4 days in Antarctic region, and 18-day Brazilian Adventure featuring Rio, Uruguay, Barbados, and Buenos Aires overnight.

What early booking discounts are available for Princess Cruises' 2026-27 Antarctica season?

Bookings made by June 14, 2025, offer up to $1,200 onboard credit, up to $400 shore excursion credit, up to $400 instant savings, up to 40% off, and free stateroom location upgrade per stateroom.

Which ship will operate Princess Cruises' South America and Antarctica cruises in 2026-27?

The 3,560-guest Majestic Princess, a Royal-Class ship, will make her debut in the South America and Antarctica region for the 2026-27 season.

What wildlife can passengers expect to see during Princess Cruises' Antarctica voyages?

Passengers can observe five different penguin species in the Falkland Islands, plus whales, porpoises, leopard seals, and seabirds while sailing through Beagle Channel, Glacier Alley, and Antarctic waters.