Polar Self-Guided Tours and Trips
Discover the finest self-guided and independent tours in Polar. We currently offer 5 Polar tours and trips with flexible durations from 11 to 21 days. While self-guided exploration can be rewarding, it's important to consider the potential challenges of traveling without a guide. If you prefer more structure, explore our guided tours to Polar or small group tours to Polar for a balanced experience.
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Best Self-Guided Tours in Polar
Top-rated self-guided multiday Polar tours for independent travelers — well-structured itineraries backed by local support and smart logistics.
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Set out on an 11-day journey across the Antarctic Peninsula, where striking icebergs and lively penguin colonies await. This tour delivers an immersive introduction to the South Shetland Islands, blending wildlife encounters with dramatic polar scenery. Expect close-up views of whales and vast icy landscapes, all at your own pace. Ideal for those seeking Polar self-guided tours, this expedition lets independent travelers experience the wonders of the Antarctic in a flexible, self-paced way.
11 days
USD 8,399fromUSD 6,110
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Dive deeper into Antarctica with this 13-day adventure. With two extra days compared to the classic route, you’ll enjoy more time amid towering glaciers and bustling penguin rookeries. The route includes the challenging Drake Passage and extended exploration of the Antarctic Peninsula. If you’re interested in Polar independent trips, this tour offers ample opportunity to absorb the region’s dramatic beauty and wildlife while crafting your own experience alongside expert guides.
13 days
USD 14,799fromUSD 9,330
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Embark on a unique voyage for those who crave discovery—this 14-day expedition is designed for a more intimate experience of the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. The tour features close encounters with penguins and whales, all from an ice-strengthened ship tailored for adventure. Perfect for Polar self-guided tours, travelers can savor each day at their own rhythm, appreciating both the untouched landscapes and the flexibility to explore independently.
14 days
USD 12,699fromUSD 9,854
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Follow the legendary path of Ernest Shackleton on this 21-day polar journey spanning Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falkland Islands. Alongside encounters with vast penguin and seal colonies, you’ll visit historic sites and Shackleton’s resting place. This extended itinerary is a great fit for those wanting Polar self-paced tours, offering the freedom to absorb the region’s history and wildlife at your leisure. Expect a blend of independent exploration and immersive storytelling throughout the adventure.
21 days
USD 23,199fromUSD 16,877
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The Antarctic Peninsula is anything but a world of white desolation. Join us on a true adventure to a world of immense scale and visual splendour. Passing huge icebergs in the flat calm of a polar morning will reshape the way you look at your world. Encounter huge whales, enormous rookeries of penguins, and stunning landscapes few have ever witnessed. This 11-day expedition will introduce you to the magic of the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula.
11 days
USD 8,399fromUSD 6,110
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Like our "Antarctica Classic" tour, this 13-day expedition introduces you to the magic of the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula, but adds on two additional days to better explore its majesty. Part of the reward of arriving in Antarctica is the challenge of negotiating the Drake Passage — and the G Expedition will bring you there safely. Encounter leopard seals lazing on ice floes and immense rookeries of penguins surrounded by towering glaciers. The G Expedition’s expert guides and lecturers offer knowledge and insight that really bring the nature and history of the region to life, creating the adventure of a lifetime.
13 days
USD 14,799fromUSD 9,330
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A massive rookery of penguins shuffles across a frozen shore; a pod of whales glides through frigid waters; dramatic landscapes float off in the distance — welcome to Antarctica. Join us on a voyage of discovery to our planet’s last frontier — a mysterious and virtually pristine paradise. Our ice-strengthened expedition ship is ideally suited to cruising this icy wilderness, and her expert staff are on hand to ensure you’ll fully appreciate all the majesty you encounter. Sail the Drake Passage past the South Shetland Islands, then really explore the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula. Prepare yourself for an adventure like no other — more like a private expedition than a traditional cruise.
14 days
USD 12,699fromUSD 9,854
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Experience vast penguin rookeries and seal colonies on this awe-inspiring voyage to Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falkland Islands. This 21-day voyage illuminates Ernest Shackleton’s legend and recounts his courageous exploration of Antarctica. You’ll visit historical sites of past explorers, as well as Shackleton’s final resting place — the wildlife-rich island of South Georgia. Antarctica is beyond comprehension and sure to amaze any traveller seeking a true adventure to the world’s most remote wilderness.
21 days
USD 23,199fromUSD 16,877
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Sailing from Svalbard to Greenland, follow the ice’s edge with an eye peeled to the horizon for wildlife. Navigating south, you'll explore this remote landscape not only by ship but also on foot and via Zodiac. This journey highlights the contrast and change in the Arctic as you move south, finally ending in Iceland, "the Land of Fire and Ice." An Inuit village, unique wildlife, and remote destinations are just some of the highlights on this truly unforgettable voyage through the Arctic.
15 days
USD 8,999fromUSD 8,729
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