Antarctica Classic

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11 daysDuration

Group TourJoin a group of travelers

26 peopleMaximum group size

10 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Ushuaia, Argentina

Ends

Ushuaia, Argentina

Highlights

Set foot on Antarctica — the world's least-visited continent.

watch majestic albatross soar by the ship while crossing the Drake Passage.

opt to brave the chill of a polar plunge.

witness immense icebergs and magnificent glaciers.

have your questions answered by Antarctica experts

Itinerary

Picture yourself sailing past colossal icebergs and into a world of stark, otherworldly beauty—the "Antarctica Classic" tour transforms this vision into reality. Over 11 days, you’ll embark on a photography-focused expedition from Ushuaia to the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula, encountering whales, massive penguin rookeries, and jaw-dropping vistas. With a relaxed pace and expert guidance, this group trip is an accessible introduction to the wonders of Antarctica, ideal for those who crave unique wildlife encounters and breathtaking landscapes. The standout feature? The chance to experience Antarctica’s magic within a compact, thoughtfully curated itinerary.

day 1 - Ushuaia

Arrive in Ushuaia at any time. Arrival transfer included. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the world's most southerly city.

Accomodation:Albatros Hotel (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle

day 2 - Ushuaia/Drake Passage

Enjoy a free morning in Ushuaia. Do any last minute shopping, explore the town, or visit the surrounding countryside. Embarkation on the Expedition begins in the afternoon at the port in Ushuaia. Enjoy the evening sailing through the Beagle Channel.
Opt to visit the magnificent Tierra del Fuego National Park today before boarding the ship.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Transport:Expedition

Included Activity:Embarkation of the Expedition

Optional Activities:Tierra del Fuego National Park Visit

day 3 - 4 - Drake Passage/South Shetland Islands

The adventure begins with an 1000km (800mi) crossing of the passage named in honour of the 16th-century English sea captain and privateer, Sir Francis Drake. Take in daily lectures from the expedition team and keep an eye out for the first sightings of icebergs, whales and albatross following in the Expedition's wake.
The Expedition is at home in this part of the Southern Ocean, known for the unimpeded never ending fetch of the winds that encircle the Antarctic.

As the Expedition crosses the passage there will be time to become acquainted with the ship and frequent the common areas that include the lounge, dining hall, library and lecture hall where we meet our guides, ship’s crew and expedition staff.

Begin lectures and information sessions to learn the extraordinary human and natural history of the Antarctic region

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Transport:Expedition

Included Activity:Daily lectures and educational program

day 5 - 8 - South Shetland Islands/Antarctic Peninsula

Experience some of the most unique wildlife viewing and inspiring scenery in the world while setting foot on the Antarctic continent. Attempt two shore landings per Day (weather 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. During the voyage, learn about the peninsula's remarkable history.
This is what we've all been waiting for - a chance to explore step foot on the Great White Continent! Over the next 4 days the Expedition will navigate southwards making stops in the South Shetland Islands then through the Bransfield Strait and to the Antarctic Peninsula.

Our goal is to attempt two excursions per day while navigating through the area but the itinerary and daily schedule will be based on the local weather and ice conditions.

During the voyage, learn about some of the most important and dramatic expeditions to this remote corner of the world.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Transport:Expedition

Included Activities:Zodiac Landings, Daily lectures and educational program, Daily Briefings and Recaps on board the Expedition

Optional Activities:Polar Plunge

day 9 - 10 - Drake Passage/Ushuaia

Begin the journey north to the home port of Ushuaia. Review the highlights of the Antarctic experience with the lecturers and staff. Keep sharp eyes on the observation deck for some last-minute whale sightings.
Leave Antarctica and head north across the Drake Passage. In between bird watching and whale watching and enjoying some final lectures by the expedition staff, this is a chance to relax and review the adventures of the past week before returning to Ushuaia.

Remember, the best way to experience the wildlife of the Drake Passage is to be on deck keeping a look out for Albatross, Prions, and Whales!

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Transport:Expedition

Included Activity:Daily lectures and educational program

day 11 - Ushuaia

Disembark the Expedition after breakfast.

Meal:Breakfast

Included Activity:Departure Day

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What's Included

Accommodation

Twin-share hotel (1 nt), aboard the Expedition in quad-, triple-, twin-share cabins, or suites (all with en suite bathrooms and porthole or window, 9 nts). Please note that all cabins consist of twin-size berths and are ocean-facing. Suites have one queen-size bed.

Meals

10 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 9 dinners
Note: Allow USD25-35 for meals not included. Drinks and tips on board not included.

Transport

Expedition, Zodiac, private bus, walking.

Guide

One expedition team member per 10 guests.

Included activities

9 nts aboard theExpedition1 nt hotel in Ushuaia, on a twin share basisArrival and departure transfersZodiac excursions with our expert expedition teamLectures and educational programsWaterproof boots supplied for USA sizes 4 - 16Expedition parka

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