The Great Austral Loop
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1. Highlights of the Route
- 17-day luxury trip with the highlights of Antarctica.
- Start and end of the journey in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
- Luxurious expedition ship with French cuisine.
Arrival Package:
Before the expedition cruise, transfer from the airport in Buenos Aires to the hotel.
Before the expedition cruise, overnight stay in a 4-star hotel in Buenos Aires, including breakfast.
Before the expedition cruise, organized dinner for the group in Buenos Aires.
Transfer from the hotel in Buenos Aires to the airport before the expedition cruise.
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 in Ushuaia.
Flight in Economy Class from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires.
2. The Itinerary
Arrival in Buenos Aires with overnight stay.
Flight to Ushuaia and embarkation.
Day at sea and relaxation on board
Exploration of the Falkland Islands and Grave Cove Bay with the opportunity to observe Commerson’s dolphins and gentoo penguin colonies.
Day at sea, leisure activities and relaxation on board.
Exploration of South Georgia and its wildlife, consisting of king penguins, gentoo penguins, elephant seals or fur seals.
Day at sea, leisure activities and relaxation on board.
Antarctica experience with landings or Zodiac excursions. Natural spectacle with massive glaciers, floating icebergs, volcanic beaches, research stations and rich wildlife.
Return journey through the Drake Passage between Cape Horn and the South Shetland Islands.
End of the expedition cruise in Ushuaia and return flight 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.