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Cruise
Itinerary: Antarctica Classic in Depth
No. of Days: 13
Embark: Ushuaia, Argentina
Disembark: Ushuaia, Argentina
Sailing Dates: 7th, 18th, 29th Nov 2011, 10th Dec 2011
7th, 18th, 29th Nov 2012, 10th Dec 2012
Voyage No : XVAESX
Rates: From USD 4,499 -
pr. person on Double Occupancy basis in Category 1A Quad Room. Port & Handling fees extra. Discounts are
reduced closer to sailing date. Please check for latest rates when
booking.
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Expedition Highlights:
What's Included
- 11 nights on board the M/S Expedition
- 1 night accommodation with breakfast in Ushuaia
- All meals included on board the ship
- Zodiac excursions with our expert expedition team
- Lecture and educational programs
- Ushuaia airport transfer depending on your departure flight details
- Waterproof boots supplied for men's USA sized 8-14 & women's USA sized 3-9
- Antarctica destination guide book
- Canada Goose expedition jacket for guests who PAY for a Category 5 suite
Meals Included
All meals included on board the ship. Breakfast included at the hotel.
Accommodation
Twin Share Hotel (1 night), On board the M/S
Expedition in triple, twin-share cabins, or suites (all with ensuite
bathrooms and porthole or a window) (11 nts). Please note that all
cabins consist of twin sized berths and are outside facing. Suites have
one queen bed.
Meal Budget
Drinks and tips while on the ship are not included.
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Group Size Notes
Max 126.
Group Leader
10:1 = Guest/Expedition staff ratio.
Transport
M/S Expedition, Bus, and Zodiac.
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Day 1 Arrive Ushuaia
Enjoy the sights and sounds of the world's most southerly city. Arrive in Ushuaia at any time.
Day 2 Ushuaia (B,D)
Embarkation on the M/S Expedition begins in the
afternoon at the port in Ushuaia. We enjoy the evening sailing through
the Beagle Channel.
Day 3-4 The Drake Passage (2B,2L,2D)
Our adventure begins with a 400 mile crossing of the
passage that bears the name of the 16th century English explorer Sir
Francis Drake. The ship is at home in this part of the Southern Ocean.
Take in daily lectures from your expedition team and keep an eye out for
the first sightings of icebergs, whales, and albatross following in the
ship's wake.
Day 5-10 The Antarctic Peninsula & the South Shetland Islands (6B,6L,6D)
Experience some of the most unique wildlife viewing
and inspiring scenery in the world as you set foot on the Antarctic
continent. Attempt two shore landings per day (weather conditions
permitting), and encounter gentoo, chinstrap and Adélie penguin
rookeries, Weddell, crabeater and leopard seals, and orca, humpback and
minke whales in the cold Antarctic waters. The peninsula also has a
remarkable human history. During the voyage we will learn about some of
the most important and dramatic expeditions to this remote corner of the
world.
Day 11-12 The Drake Passage (2B,2L,2D)
Today we begin our journey north to our home port of
Ushuaia. Review the highlights of your Antarctic experience with our
lecturers and staff. Keep your eyes open on the observation deck for
some final whale sightings.
Day 13 Depart Ushuaia (B)
Disembark in the morning.
Expedition highlights and wildlife listed here
are possible experiences only and cannot be guaranteed. Your Expedition Leader
and Captain will work together to ensure opportunities for adventure and
exploration are the best possible, taking into account the prevailing weather,
wildlife activity and ice conditions.
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