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12 Day Antarctica: The Great White Continent
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Discover the magic and wonder of the “White Continent”
Embark on an unforgettable journey to the legendary White Continent—Antarctica. Your adventure begins in the vibrant ‘Paris of South America,’ Buenos Aires, before a flight over Patagonia brings you to Ushuaia, the world’s southernmost city and gateway to Tierra del Fuego. From here, set sail across the storied Drake Passage, where whales breach against a backdrop of towering ice walls. Step ashore alongside expert naturalists to discover thriving colonies of penguins, seals, and humpback whales. With breathtaking vistas of shimmering glaciers and bustling rookeries, every moment promises discovery and wonder on this once-in-a-lifetime expedition
*14 nights in the same stateroom: + $100pp (double occupancy)
*14 nights in the same stateroom: +$200pp (single occupancy)
*There are only a limited amount of staterooms available on each sailing where moving is not going to be necessary.
Your Tour Includes
- 2 Handpicked Accommodations
- 28 Meals
Must-See Inclusions:
- Take in the incredible scenery of Tierra del Fuego during a panoramic tour.
- Cruise through the waters of Antarctica on an all-inclusive yacht.
- Cross the Drake Passage, a milestone for any adventurer!
Cultural Experiences:
- Discover multitudes of Antarctic wildlife including seals, whales, albatrosses, and chinstrap, gentoo and Adelie penguins.
- Experience nearly 24 hours of sunlight as you absorb your surroundings ashore and from the expedition ship’s many observatory decks.
- Take the opportunity, if you wish, for a thrilling polar plunge off the yacht.
Culinary Inclusions:
- Savour fresh and varied meals aboard the expedition ship while admiring the scenery around you.
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Ushuaia.
Highlights
- Buenos Aires
- Ushuaia
- Tierra del Fuego
- The Drake Passage
- Zodiac Safaris
- Penguin Colony Close-Ups
- Polar Plunge
- Expedition Landings
- On-Board Educational Sessions
Priority Access
» Priority check-in
» Priority access to specialty restaurant reservations
» Priority line at the Guest Services desk
» Priority line at the Shore Excursions desk
» Priority access to tenders ashore in select ports
» Priority disembarkation
Premium Dining
» Expanded 24-hour room service breakfast menu
» Pinnacle Class ships: Private dining venue for breakfast and dinner with an expanded menu
» All other ships: Priority seating in the Dining Room for breakfast and dinner with an expanded menu
Exclusive Amenities
» Complimentary stateroom upgrade
» Dedicated concierge service
» Welcome glass of sparkling wine on embarkation day
» Premium bathrobes
» Club Orange keycard
» Exclusive Club Orange tote bag (one per stateroom)
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The historic neighborhood of San Telmo
Pop-up art galleries, late-night bars and street murals lend old San Telmo a bohemian vibe. Lined with antiques dealers and raucous steakhouses, Defensa street cuts through Plaza Dorrego, where a flea market and street performers attract tourists every Sunday. In Parque Lezama, paths wind around tall jacaranda trees and the Italianate Museo Histórico Nacional. Upscale tango dinner-show venues dot the neighborhood.
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Ushuaia
Argentina's resort city is called Ushuaia. It is situated on the Tierra del Fuego archipelago, which is home to South America's southernmost point and is known as the "End of the World." The Martial Mountains and the Beagle Channel surround the windswept town, which is built atop a sloping hill. It serves as the starting point for tours and cruises to nearby Isla Yécapasela, sometimes known as "Penguin Island" because to its numerous colonies of penguins.
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Antarctic Sound Scenic Cruising
Approximately 48km long and 19km wide, the Antarctic Sound is located at the northern end of the Peninsula. With it's mammoth tabular icebergs that can tower hundreds of feet above the sea, you don't want to forget to charge your camera!
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Day: 1 Overnight Flight (not included in cost)
An overnight flight takes you to Buenos Aires, the launching point for your adventure into Antarctica.
Day: 2 Buenos Aires, Argentina
Hilton Buenos Aires
Arrive in cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, birthplace of the tango and the “Paris of South America.” Stretching along the banks of the Rio de la Plata, the city is a mosaic of European-style architecture and South American spirit. Spend the day however you wish before setting out to begin your voyage tomorrow. There are no included activities today.
Day: 3 Fly to Ushuaia - Embark Ship - At Sea
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner Atlas Ocean Voyages
This morning we fly over Patagonia before landing in Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery. Set out on a panoramic tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park and soak in this dramatic landscape on the southern tip of South America featuring glaciers, lakes, mountains, and waterfalls. From Ushuaia, embark the expedition ship that will be your home for the next nine days during a cruise to Antarctica.
Day: 4 The Drake Passage - At Sea
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner Atlas Ocean Voyages
Cruise south through the fabled Drake Passage, named after the explorer Sir Frances Drake. Set between Cape Horn and the Antarctic Peninsula, crossing the legendary Drake Passage is unforgettable – a milestone for any adventurer! Warmer waters of the north meet colder, denser waters of the south here in the Antarctic Convergence, making the area rich in marine life like humpback whales and hourglass dolphins.
Day: 5 The Drake Passage - Antarctica
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner Atlas Ocean Voyages
During the 48-hour journey through the Drake Passage, the soundtrack includes the crash of waves against the ship and cry of petrels, skuas, and gulls overhead. While the waterway is famous for its challenging navigation, on some occasions, the channel is calm and tranquil – this unpredictable nature is part of the adventure. As you emerge from the Drake Passage, reaching the northern point of The White Continent, the mammoth, icy peaks of the South Shetland Islands greet you.
Day: 6 Antarctica
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner Atlas Ocean Voyages
Part of the greater Antarctica region, the South Shetland Islands hold a bounty of wildlife, scenic landscapes, hiking opportunities, and magnificent views that inspire a sense of discovery. According to sea and weather conditions, there are several possible shore landing opportunities. A possible landing on Elephant Island, named for the shape of its cliffside and the elephant seals that call it home, sets you on the same path as the famous Shackleton Expedition. Another possible landing is Deception Island, a volcanic caldera with heated springs and black sands. Other possible stops include Half Moon Island, Yankee Harbour, Point Wild, and Barrientos Island with its gentoo penguin rookeries.
Day: 7 Antarctica
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner Atlas Ocean Voyages
Your days are filled with discovering 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 are like nowhere else on the planet. The voyage keeps a flexible schedule as your captain expertly navigates ice floes, icebergs, and changing sea and weather conditions to ensure you experience the most from your expedition.
Day: 8 Antarctica
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner Atlas Ocean Voyages
Nicknamed “The White Continent” for its vast expanse of icebergs, snow and glaciers, Antarctica is often a final frontier for experienced explorers to conquer. As you navigate Antarctic waters, you may set foot on sites like Beak Island, Brown Bluff, Cierva Cove, Hidden Bay, and many more. Each landing throughout the continent offers its own unique landscape, from expansive tundra to rugged mountain peaks, all beckoning you to follow the paths that few explorers have trekked before.
Day: 9 Antarctica
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner Atlas Ocean Voyages
Each day is a new adventure filled with a spontaneous sense of exploration. Your captain works with the expedition team to determine possible shore landings and Zodiac safaris. You may take a Zodiac foray among towering icebergs or hike along the shoreline near penguin colonies. On one day of the cruise, you can even take the chance to experience a polar plunge by jumping in with a harness from the side of the ship!
Day: 10 The Drake Passage - At Sea
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner Atlas Ocean Voyages
Antarctica falls into your wake as you begin sailing back towards Ushuaia today, crossing the southern waters of the Drake Passage. As you make your return through this famed channel, stay on the lookout for the incredible wildlife around you in the sea and sky.
Day: 11 The Drake Passage - At Sea
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner Atlas Ocean Voyages
On your final day of sailing the channel, enjoy the time to relax on the ship and reflect on all you have seen and learned along the journey.
Day: 12 Ushuaia - Disembark Ship - Fly to Buenos Aires - Tour Ends
Breakfast
After breakfast, disembark in Ushuaia and proceed to the airport for your flight* to Buenos Aires before flying home.
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