Emblematic Antarctica
During your 12-day Antarctica cruise, you explore a world of ice, wild nature, and breathtaking animals.
Duration
12 Day
Number
Starts from
Buenos Aires
Price
from 12.864 €
1. Highlights of the Route
- 12-day adventure trip with the highlights of Antarctica.
- Start and end of the journey in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
- Luxurious expedition ship with French cuisine.
Your Trip at a Glance
Embark on a 12-day dream journey to Antarctica from Ushuaia, including a pre-night stay in Buenos Aires, flights, and transfers.
Cross the Drake Passage, home to the “Roaring Forties” and “Screaming Fifties,” and experience pristine beauty, gigantic icebergs, and fascinating wildlife including penguins, leopard seals, and seals. On board the Le Lyrial, you’ll plunge into the ice with Zodiacs, accompanied by a team of experienced nature guides. Take advantage of the opportunity for kayak adventures and intensify your experiences in this unique polar landscape. Each cruise is unique and dependent on weather and ice conditions, always adhering to the strictest safety and environmental protection guidelines.
Let yourself be enchanted by Antarctica and experience an adventure you will never forget!
Arrival Package:
Before the expedition sea voyage, transfer from the airport in Buenos Aires to the hotel.
Before the expedition sea voyage, overnight stay in a 4-star hotel in Buenos Aires, including breakfast.
Before the expedition sea voyage, organized dinner for the group in Buenos Aires.
Transfer from the hotel in Buenos Aires to the airport before the expedition sea voyage.
Economy class flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia.
Transfer to the expedition ship in Ushuaia.
Post Itinerary Package:
After the expedition sea voyage, transfer from the ship to the airport.
Flight in Economy Class from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires.
2. The Itinerary
1. Day: Arrival in Buenos Aires
Arrival in the Argentine capital Buenos Aires with overnight stay.
2. Day: Flight to Ushuaia
Flight to Ushuaia and embarkation.
3. Day to 4. Day: Crossing the Drake Passage
Departure for Antarctica and crossing of the Drake Passage. Preparation for the upcoming adventure in Antarctica by an expedition team.
5. Day to 9. Day: Exploration of Antarctica
Experience Antarctica with landings or excursions by Zodiac. Natural spectacle with massive glaciers, floating icebergs, volcanic beaches, research stations, and a rich wildlife.
10. Day to 11. Day: Crossing the Drake Passage
Return journey through the Drake Passage between Cape Horn and the South Shetland Islands
12. Day: Ushuaia
End of the expedition cruise in Ushuaia and return flight from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires.
- Departure From: Buenos Aires
- End Point: Buenos Aires
3. Services Included
Included
- Antarctic cruise in the booked cabin category.
- Flight in Economy Class from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia and back.
- Hotel accommodation before the expedition cruise in Buenos Aires with meals as specified in the program.
- Transfers from airport to hotel and from hotel to airport in Buenos Aires.
- Transfer from Ushuaia airport to the expedition ship and back to the airport.
- All Zodiac rides and landings in Antarctica.
- English/French-speaking expedition team and scientific lectures.
- Full board on board from dinner on the day of arrival to breakfast on the day of departure. Coffee and cake in the afternoon.
- Drinks with meals.
- Evening events, entertainment program and lectures.
- Captain's Welcome Cocktail + Gala Dinner.
- 24-hour cabin service (with selected dishes).
- Expedition parka as a gift, handed over on board.
- Free rubber boots for loan.
- One Antarctica travel guide per cabin.
- Luggage handling to and from the ship.
- Taxes and port fees.
- Port taxes.
Excluded
- International flights: We can book a suitable flight for you at an additional cost.
- Optional: Visit to Tierra del Fuego National Park in Ushuaia at an additional cost before departure.
- Customary tips for staff at the end of the trip.
- Optional shore excursions.
- Personal expenses, fees for telephone use, laundry, massages, etc.
- Cancellation insurance.
- Travel cancellation and international health insurance.
4. Travel Dates and Prices
Please contact us directly for the current daily prices of the trips and the prices for single occupancy or special cabins. Our polar experts will answer all your questions about the itinerary, the ship, and the cabins.
Appointments on request. Please contact us directly using the contact form.
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy per cabin or suite and subject to availability.
For solo travelers, cabins or suites may be available without a single supplement, subject to availability. Please contact us for details for solo travelers.
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