Explore the majestic icebergs, glistening glaciers and penguin rookeries of Antarctica on this luxury expedition cruise in partnership with National Geographic Expeditions accompanied by a National Geographic Photographer and an Expert.
After an overnight hotel stay in Buenos Aires, fly to Ushuaia to embark your luxury expedition ship. Cross the Drake Passage to the White Continent where there is the chance to spot humpback whales, Gentoo penguins, Adelie penguins, chinstrap penguins, leopard seals, Weddell seals and numerous sea birds. Cruise through the free-floating pack ice of the magical Weddell Sea. Zodiac outings will allow up close encounters with magnificent icebergs and glaciers, and shore landings give the opportunity to hike on the ice. Visit research stations and former whaling stations and learn about the history of exploration in this region.
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Emblematic Antarctica National Geographic Itinerary
Day 1 - Buenos Aires (Argentina)
Enjoy an overnight hotel stay in Buenos Aires. The city is famous for its outstanding cultural life and its European-influenced architecture and is a dazzling feast for the senses.
Day 2 - Buenos Aires - Ushuaia
Take a charter flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia. Transfer to a restaurant for lunch then on to the port to embark your ship or take the optional excursion to the Tierra del Fuego National Park.
Day 3-4 - Drake Passage
Enjoy the ship's facilities whilst cruising the legendary Drake Passage.
Day 5-9 - Antarctic Peninsula
Spend an unforgettable five days exploring the mythical Antarctic Peninsula. You'll be surrounded by spectacular glaciers and exceptional wildlife, including penguins, humpback whales, seals and giant petrels. Based on ice conditions, the Captain and Expedition Leader will suggest Zodiac outings and landings.
Day 10-11 - Drake Passage
Enjoy the ship's facilities whilst crossing the legendary Drake Passage.
Day 12 - Ushuaia - Buenos Aires
Disembark your ship in Ushuaia and transfer to the airport for the return flight to Buenos Aires.
For navigational reasons the Captain of the ship reserves the right to modify the cruise itinerary.