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Viking Octantis December 26 2028-January 7 2029 Cruise & Offers | Viking Cruises
Buenos Aires, Argentina to Ushuaia, Argentina
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December 26, 2028–January 7, 2029 · Voyage XOC281227T
Destinations & expedition experiences
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Day 1 · December 26, 2028Buenos Aires, Argentina
About Buenos Aires, Argentina
Buenos Aires combines European-inspired boulevards with an unmistakably Argentine rhythm. Recoleta’s elegant avenues, colorful La Boca, historic Plaza de Mayo and the theaters of Avenida Corrientes reveal contrasting city identities. Tango, literary cafés, contemporary art and parrillas serving grilled specialties make the capital a rewarding place to explore from morning into evening.
- Published dates
- December 26, 2028
- Itinerary days
- Day 1
- Call type
- Planned expedition destination
- Published route region
- Polar Regions · Antarctica
- Port times
- Not published for this exact sailing
Expedition-activity planning
Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a ship-, departure-, and destination-specific activity roster for voyage XOC281227T. Landings, equipment, and activities are not promised here; Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the latest operating information before reservation.
Days 2, 13 · December 27, 2028 · January 7, 2029Ushuaia, Argentina
About Ushuaia, Argentina
Ushuaia occupies a dramatic setting between the Beagle Channel and the Martial Mountains at the southern edge of Tierra del Fuego. Museums recount maritime, Indigenous and penal history, while nearby forests and waterways introduce Patagonia’s subantarctic environment. The port is also a principal gateway for expeditions continuing toward Antarctica.
- Published dates
- December 27, 2028 · January 7, 2029
- Itinerary days
- Days 2, 13
- Call type
- Multiple planned calls
- Published route region
- Polar Regions · Antarctica
- Port times
- Not published for this exact sailing
Expedition-activity planning
Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a ship-, departure-, and destination-specific activity roster for voyage XOC281227T. Landings, equipment, and activities are not promised here; Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the latest operating information before reservation.
Days 3, 11 · December 28, 2028 · January 5, 2029Sail the Drake Passage
About Sail the Drake Passage
The passage across the Drake Passage is an at-sea period connecting destinations along the route. The day centers on navigation and views from the vessel rather than a scheduled shore visit. Weather, sea conditions, traffic, and operational needs can influence the exact course and visibility, so no particular coastal view, sighting, or activity is guaranteed.
- Published dates
- December 28, 2028 · January 5, 2029
- Itinerary days
- Days 3, 11
- Call type
- Repeated sea days
- Published route region
- Polar Regions · Antarctica
- Port times
- Not published for this exact sailing
Expedition-activity planning
Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a ship-, departure-, and destination-specific activity roster for voyage XOC281227T. Landings, equipment, and activities are not promised here; Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the latest operating information before reservation.
Expedition days 4–10 · December 29, 2028–January 4, 2029Explore Antarctica
About Explore Antarctica
Antarctica is presented as a flexible expedition area rather than a fixed city or guaranteed landing. Weather, sea, ice, permits, safety, and other operating conditions can shape the day. The exact route and access are determined locally, so no particular landing, wildlife sighting, activity, viewpoint, or duration should be assumed from the regional label alone.
- Published dates
- December 29, 2028–January 4, 2029
- Itinerary days
- Expedition days 4–10
- Call type
- Multi-day flexible exploration period
- Published route region
- Polar Regions · Antarctica
- Port times
- Not published for this exact sailing
Expedition-activity planning
Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a ship-, departure-, and destination-specific activity roster for voyage XOC281227T. Landings, equipment, and activities are not promised here; Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the latest operating information before reservation.
Day 12 · January 6, 2029Scenic Sailing: Cape Horn
About Scenic Sailing: Cape Horn
Cape Horn is a named scenic passage, experienced from the vessel rather than as a visit ashore. The surrounding water, coast, islands, or riverbanks provide visual context as the route unfolds. Visibility, exact course, and timing can vary with weather, water levels, traffic, and operational conditions, so no fixed viewpoint or shore activity is implied.
- Published dates
- January 6, 2029
- Itinerary days
- Day 12
- Call type
- Named scenic sailing
- Published route region
- Polar Regions · Antarctica
- Port times
- Not published for this exact sailing
Expedition-activity planning
Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a ship-, departure-, and destination-specific activity roster for voyage XOC281227T. Landings, equipment, and activities are not promised here; Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the latest operating information before reservation.
Expedition routes may change for weather, sea, ice, wildlife conditions, permits, capacity, or safety. Viking's public exact-sailing response publishes the dated sequence but no port times or exact-departure activity roster, so none has been invented.
A closer look at this sailing
Antarctic Explorer aboard Viking Octantis
On December 26, 2028–January 7, 2029, Viking Octantis operates Viking voyage XOC281227T from Buenos Aires, Argentina to Ushuaia, Argentina. The published 13-day journey, Antarctic Explorer, includes Buenos Aires, Argentina, Ushuaia, Argentina, Sail the Drake Passage, Explore Antarctica, Scenic Sailing: Cape Horn. Deluxe Cruises can compare accommodation choices and current eligible offers for this exact departure.
Port calls and their order reflect Viking's public itinerary at the time of collection. Public arrival and departure times were not supplied, so none have been invented here.
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What is the voyage number for this Viking Octantis sailing?
The official voyage number is XOC281227T.
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