Antarctica

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Large Ship Cruise
Discover the magic and wonder of the “White Continent” aboard the stylish and comfortable MS Fram. Jump off from Ushuaia, Argentina and explore vistas of blue white glaciers and busy penguin rookeries. See breaching whales crashing and scenes of pure ice walls. Cruise through the Lemaire Channel, where steep, sheer cliffs rise above the narrow iceberg-filled ...

Overview

Trip type
Large Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Explore Whalers Bay on Deception Island with its warm springs and black volcanic sand.
    • Discover multitudes of curious Antarctic wildlife including seals, whales, albatross and penguins.
    • Cruise into small harbors and islands in PolarCirkel excursion boats for in-depth discoveries and personal adventures.
    • Journey into beautiful Tierra del Fuego National Park, the “Land of Fire.”

What's this trip about?

    Discover the magic and wonder of the “White Continent” aboard the stylish and comfortable MS Fram. Jump off from Ushuaia, Argentina and explore vistas of blue white glaciers and busy penguin rookeries. See breaching whales crashing and scenes of pure ice walls. Cruise through the Lemaire Channel, where steep, sheer cliffs rise above the narrow iceberg-filled passage. Zip by PolarCirkel boats into small bays and harbors for personal and in-depth exploration. Make your way to Whalers Bay on Deception Island with its warm springs and black volcanic sand. Spend 3 nights in Buenos Aires, the “Paris of South America.”

Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityBuenos Aires
End CityBuenos Aires

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural
  • High Adventure
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

  • Argentina
  • Antarctica

Attractions

  • Antarctic Peninsula
  • Buenos Aires
  • Ushuaia

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Ruins & Archaeology

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Itinerary

Day 1
Overnight Flight Begin your adventure with an overnight flight to Buenos Aires.

Day 2
Buenos Aires, Argentina - Tour Begins Arrive this morning in Buenos Aires, the “Paris of South America” and home of the tango. Enjoy a Porteños tour, viewing the Teatro Colon opera house; Avenida 9 de Julio honoring Argentinean independence; the Recoleta Cemetery, where ...
Day 3
Buenos Aires Today is at leisure to experience this lively city. Browse the boutiques of Calle Florida or visit one of the many renowned art museums. Or perhaps you’ll choose to cross the Argentine Pampas to experience the culture of Argentina’s gauchos at a typical estancia and enjoy a hearty asado lunch – a typical Argentine barbecue. Breakfast High 85° Low 64° 3" Hotel Panamericano

Day 4
Buenos Aires - Ushuaia This morning you fly to Ushuaia, the world’s southernmost city, situated on the Patagonian peninsula overlooking the historic Beagle Channel. Explore the “Land of Fire” at Tierra del Fuego National Park. Walk the shores of Roca Lake and see evidenc...
Day 5
Ushuaia - Embark Ship The morning is yours to enjoy free time in this famous port town before boarding the state-of-the-art MS Fram expedition vessel. Breakfast & Dinner High 76° Low 59° 2" Hurtigruten

Day 6
The Drake Passage Cruise south through the fabled Drake Passage, named for the legendary Sir Francis Drake. Warmer waters of the north meet the colder, denser waters of the south here in the Antarctic Convergence, making the area rich in marine life. Spot whales and sea ...
Day 7
The Drake Passage - Antarctica Arrive in Antarctica – the last great wilderness stretching across ice-covered desert and mountains for over five million square miles. The ethereal beauty and immense scale of the continent is like nowhere else on the planet. Follow in the...
Day 8
Antarctica The next seven days are filled with discovery! Weather conditions determine each sailing’s final itinerary. Regardless, adventure awaits. First, cruise through the astounding, glacier-lined Lemaire Channel – “Kodak Gap” – and enter the majestic Neumayer Channe...
Day 9
Antarctica Continue your visits by PolarCirkel boats to locations which could include: • Whalers Bay, Deception Island, featuring an active volcanic caldera. Zodiac into Whalers Bay where ruins from a 20th-century whaling station rest ashore. The black volcanic sand and waters upon the beach are warmed by geothermal vents. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner High 76° Low 59° 2" Hurtigruten

Day 10
Antarctica Continue your visits by PolarCirkel boats to locations which could include: • Neko Harbor, part of the Antarctic mainland nestled in the fjord-like Andvord Bay, where penguins plus Elephant and Weddel seals are often spotted. • Antarctic Sound & Brown Bluf...
Day 11
Antarctica Continue your visits by PolarCirkel boats to locations which could include: • Port Lockroy, a harbor on Goudier Island and former British base, hosting cormorants and surrounded by glaciers and ice shelves. Here you can mail home a postcard with a rare Antarct...
Day 12
Antarctica Continue your visits by PolarCirkel boats to locations which could include: • Yankee Harbor, on the South Shetland Islands, was once the base of operations for early sealers. Today it still provides a natural safe haven for sailors and explorers like you who come to see the large colony of Gentoo penguins. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner High 76° Low 59° 2" Hurtigruten

Day 13
Antarctica Continue your visits by PolarCirkel boats to locations which could include: • Cuverville Island, sitting on the scenic Errera Channel, offers up excitement before you even make landfall. Embark upon a thrilling passage through the channel amid dramatic iceberg...
Day 14
Antarctica Continue your visits by PolarCirkel boats to locations which could include: • Petermann Island’s location on the picturesque Penola Strait makes it a great place to spot icebergs and whales. Marvel at spectacular views across the channel to the Antarctic Peninsula. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner High 76° Low 59° 2" Hurtigruten

Day 15
Antarctica - The Drake Passage Leave Antarctica, crossing the southern waters of the Drake Passage. Participate in engaging lectures on Antarctica’s wonders. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner High 76° Low 59° 2" Hurtigruten

Day 16
The Drake Passage Spend another day crossing Drake Passage. Enjoy many interesting discussions that reflect on the unforgettable images and experiences of this amazing continent. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner High 76° Low 59° 2" Hurtigruten

Day 17
The Drake Passage - Ushuaia, Argentina - Disembark Ship - Buenos Aires Disembark the ship in Ushuaia, transfer to the airport and return to Buenos Aires. This evening, celebrate the end of your journey as you enjoy a dinner featuring Argentine favorites and a tango perfo...
Day 18
Buenos Aires - Tour Ends Board your overnight flight to return home. Breakfast

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Last Updated: 8/2/2018

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