Sapphire Princess itinerary map for January 25, 2026 (17 nights)
Sapphire Princess itinerary map for January 25, 2026 (17 nights)
17 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Sapphire Princess
January 25, 2026

17-Night Antarctica aboard Sapphire Princess · Departing January 25, 2026 from the Port of Buenos Aires, Argentina.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 17-night cruise aboard the Sapphire Princess departs from Buenos Aires, Argentina on Sunday, January 25, 2026 and returns on Wednesday, Feb 11th. January weather across this route averages 68°/41°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.7 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.7OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 77% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
17
night cruise
Sun → Wed
02
Buenos Aires
departure port
Argentina
03
6
port stops
Antarctica
04
7
sea days
Day 3
// ON THIS PAGE07 SECTIONS
03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Sapphire Princess January 25, 2026 Price & Tracking

SAPPHIRE PRINCESS·JANUARY 25, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Sapphire Princess cruise ship departing January 25, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $3,917 ($231 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $3,848 ($227 per night), this represents a recent increase of 2%.

Sapphire Princess cruise departing January 25, 2026 — 17-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $3,917 ($231 per night). Average price: $3,848.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $4,178
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Sapphire Princess · January 25, 2026
$3,917
$231 per night · 17 nights
↓
6% below average
Avg $4,178 · You save $261

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// 03 · ITINERARY

17 Night Antarctica (Buenos Aires Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapJANUARY 25, 2026
The Sapphire Princess sails on January 25, 2026 for a 17 Night Antarctica (Buenos Aires Roundtrip) (Buenos Aires Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Buenos Aires, Argentina at N/A and will return to the port of Buenos Aires, Argentina on Feb 11th at 6:00 AM. During the 18-day journey, the Sapphire Princess will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 7 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Sapphire Princess
JANUARY 25, 2026
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17 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · BUENOS AIRES
// 04 · PORTS

17 Night Antarctica (Buenos Aires Roundtrip) Port List

Sapphire Princess·January 25, 2026
Buenos Aires, Argentina — Day 1 of Sapphire Princess January 25, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SUNDAY·JAN 25

Buenos Aires

Argentina
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
—

Buenos Aires, Argentina, offers docking at Buenos Aires Port. Travelers explore La Boca and Recoleta Cemetery. Excursions visit Tigre Delta. Local markets sell empanadas. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures colorful barrios and Río de la Plata vistas. Dining onboard includes asado, an Argentine favorite. Souvenirs, like tango crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Peronist history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Buenos Aires’ vibrant charm offers a lively Argentine stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic rivers, making Buenos Aires an engaging destination.

JANUARY FORECAST
76°F avg · Avg
Punta Arenas, Chile — Day 6 of Sapphire Princess January 25, 2026 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
FRIDAY·JAN 30

Punta Arenas

Chile
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
5:00 PM

Punta Arenas, Chile, offers docking at Punta Arenas Port. Travelers explore Plaza Muñoz Gamero and Nao Victoria Museum. Excursions visit Magdalena Island penguins. Local markets sell calafate jam. The peak season, December to March, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Patagonian landscapes and Strait of Magellan vistas. Dining onboard includes asado, a Chilean favorite. Souvenirs, like wool crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Selk’nam history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cold climate, while sturdy shoes enhance island hikes. Punta Arenas’ wild charm offers a vibrant Chilean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of maritime history and scenic wildlife, making Punta Arenas an engaging destination.

JANUARY FORECAST
55°F avg · Avg
Ushuaia, Tierra Del Fuego, Argentina — Day 7 of Sapphire Princess January 25, 2026 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
SATURDAY·JAN 31

Ushuaia

Tierra Del Fuego, Argentina
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
11:00 AM
7:00 PM

Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego, Argentina, offers docking at Ushuaia Port. Travelers explore Tierra del Fuego National Park and End of the World Museum. Excursions include Beagle Channel cruises. Local markets sell asado. The peak season, December to March, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures glaciers and Southern Ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes king crab, an Argentine favorite. Souvenirs, like penguin crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Yamaná history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cold climate, while sturdy shoes enhance park hikes. Ushuaia’s wild charm offers a vibrant Argentine stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of rugged landscapes and maritime history, making Ushuaia an engaging destination.

JANUARY FORECAST
52°F avg · Avg
Cruise Antarctic Peninsula — Day 9 of Sapphire Princess January 25, 2026 cruise
DAY
9
PORT 8
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
10:00 AM
—

Cruise Antarctic Peninsula, no docking; ships anchor offshore with zodiacs to the Peninsula. Travelers spot gentoo penguins and humpback whales. Kayaking explores icebergs. Hikes reach Deception Island's volcanic beaches. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season November to March; ice restricts access. Photography captures Lemaire Channel's cliffs. Dining limited to ship. Souvenirs include penguin postcards.

JANUARY FORECAST
32°F avg · Avg
Port Stanley, Falkland Islands — Day 14 of Sapphire Princess January 25, 2026 cruise
DAY
14
PORT 13
SATURDAY·FEB 7

Port Stanley

Falkland Islands
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
5:30 PM

Port Stanley, Falkland Islands, offers docking at Stanley Port. Travelers explore Gypsy Cove and Falkland Islands Museum. Excursions include penguin-watching at Volunteer Point. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, December to March, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures penguin colonies and South Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Falkland favorite. Souvenirs, like wool crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover British colonial history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance coastal hikes. Port Stanley’s wild charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and maritime history, making Port Stanley an engaging destination.

JANUARY FORECAST
53°F avg · Avg
Montevideo, Uruguay — Day 17 of Sapphire Princess January 25, 2026 cruise
DAY
17
PORT 16
TUESDAY·FEB 10

Montevideo

Uruguay
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

Montevideo, Uruguay, offers docking at Montevideo Port. Travelers explore Plaza Independencia and Pocitos Beach. Excursions visit Colonia del Sacramento. Local markets sell asado. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Río de la Plata vistas. Dining onboard includes chivito, a Uruguayan favorite. Souvenirs, like mate gourds, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Gaucho history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Montevideo’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Uruguayan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic plazas and scenic beaches, making Montevideo an engaging destination for exploration.

JANUARY FORECAST
74°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

17 Night Antarctica (Buenos Aires Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Sapphire Princess·January 25, 2026
JAN FORECAST · BUENOS AIRES
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
76°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
94°
AVG LOW
58°
AVG RAINFALL
4.1"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT BUENOS AIRES
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
76°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Sapphire Princess January 25, 2026 Excursions

Sapphire Princess·January 25, 2026

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
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Browse shore excursions for each port on this Sapphire Princess itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

17 Night Antarctica (Buenos Aires Roundtrip)

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 77% of all cruises
7.7/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN06 PORTS
01

Buenos Aires 🌍

Argentina · ArgentinaCAUTION

Travelers should stay vigilant in Buenos Aires due to higher crime rates, especially in tourist areas, and consider organized tours for safety.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Punta Arenas 🌍

Chile · ChileMODERATE

Punta Arenas is relatively safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in less populated areas and tourist hotspots to prevent theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Ushuaia 🌍

Tierra Del Fuego, Argentina · ArgentinaMODERATE

Ushuaia is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should exercise caution in remote areas and stay aware of their surroundings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Cruise Antarctic Peninsula 🌍

Antarctica · AntarcticaSAFE

Travelers can safely enjoy the Antarctic Peninsula's landscapes and wildlife from their cruise ship, supported by trained crew and safety protocols.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Port Stanley 🌍

Falkland Islands · Falkland IslandsSAFE

Port Stanley offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and a strong police presence.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Montevideo 🌍

Uruguay · UruguayMODERATE

Montevideo is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in crowded areas and after dark to avoid petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Sapphire Princess Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsPRINCESS
Sapphire Princess
PRINCESS · GRAND
CHRISTENED
2004
STATEROOMS
1,337
TONNAGE
115,875GT
10.1% BELOW AVG· vs avg 128,868 GT
YEAR BUILT
2004
7 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2011
LENGTH
952ft
6.7% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,020 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,680cruisers
16.2% BELOW AVG· vs avg 3,197 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Sapphire Princess has a construction date of 2004 and a total size of 115,875 gross tons. The ship measures 952 feet in length. Sapphire Princess is included in Princess's Grand class. At full capacity, the Sapphire Princess holds 2,680 passengers. That includes 1,580 cruise vacationers and 1,100 staff members. The Sapphire Princess total number of staterooms is 1,337.

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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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// 09 · FAQ

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