The Great Austral Loop

16 night Cruise Only - from £15100pp

Discover the wild beauty of the rugged Falkland Islands, meet the colonies of king penguins on South Georgia and admire the majestic icebergs of the Antarctic Peninsula on this unique 16-night luxury expedition voyage. Includes flights between Buenos Aires and Ushuaia

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16 night - Cruise Only
from £15100pp

A fascinating expedition exploring the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula, home to an abundance of wildlife.

Enjoy a hotel stay in the Chilean capital of Santiago or lively Buenos Aires (selected departures), before flying to Ushuaia to join your ship. Cruise to the remote Falklands archipelago, calling at New Island, home to a colony of southern rockhopper penguins, black-browed albatross and imperial shags, before continuing to picturesque Grave Cove, named after the whalers' graves. You'll then spend two days in South Georgia, with possible landings including Gold Harbour, Fortuna Bay and Salisbury Plain.

An unforgettable three days exploring the Antarctic Peninsula awaits. Zodiac excursions allow you to get up close to dramatic glaciers and colonies of penguins basking on the shores. Accompanied by naturalist guides, this voyage promises to be a unique experience.

CP715 Operated by Ponant Luxury and Expedition


Cruise Includes

  • Includes
  • 12 ships including 6 new megayachts with 264 guests, 139 crew members
  • 'Green Ships' with Ice Classification for expedition cruising
  • Most cabins with balconies
  • 24-hour room service
  • French gourmet cuisine and wine with meals
  • Open bar
  • Choice of open-seating restaurants
  • Sophisticated French design and interiors
  • Carita Spa
  • Themed cruises and entertainment
  • Elegant casual wear in evenings
  • Unlimited complimentary Wi-Fi on board
  • Excludes
  • International flights to and from Buenos Aires
  • Port charges and taxes
  • Personal expenses and gratuities
  • Travel insurance

Cruise Map

The Great Austral Loop - Cruise Map

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Dates and Prices

11 November 2025 - - Sailing on : Le Lyrial From: £17840pp
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Deluxe Stateroom

  • Brochure Price from£19100pp
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Deluxe Suite

  • Brochure Price from£29910pp
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Grand Deluxe Suite

  • Brochure Price from£41450pp
Grand Privilege Suite

  • Brochure Price from£42710pp
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Privilege Suite

  • Brochure Price from£33880pp
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Prestige Deck 4

  • Brochure Price from£19990pp
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Prestige Deck 5

  • Brochure Price from£20360pp
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Prestige Deck 6

  • Brochure Price from£20900pp
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Prestige Deck 5 Suite

  • Brochure Price from£31170pp
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Owner's Suite

  • Brochure Price from£43970pp
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Superior Stateroom

  • Brochure Price from£17840pp
13 December 2025 - - Sailing on : L'Austral From: £17840pp
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Superior Stateroom

  • Brochure Price from£17840pp
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Deluxe Stateroom

  • Brochure Price from£19100pp
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Prestige Stateroom Deck 4

  • Brochure Price from£19990pp
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Prestige Stateroom Deck 5

  • Brochure Price from£20360pp
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Prestige Stateroom Deck 6

  • Brochure Price from£20900pp
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Deluxe Suite

  • Brochure Price from£29910pp
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Prestige Suite Deck 5

  • Brochure Price from£31170pp
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Prestige Suite Deck 6

  • Brochure Price from£32800pp
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Owners Suite

  • Brochure Price from£41450pp
21 December 2025 - - Sailing on : Le Boreal From: £18360pp
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Superior Stateroom

  • Brochure Price from£18360pp
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Deluxe Stateroom

  • Brochure Price from£19650pp
Prestige Stateroom Deck 4

  • Brochure Price from£20580pp
Prestige Stateroom Deck 5

  • Brochure Price from£20960pp
Prestige Stateroom Deck 6

  • Brochure Price from£21510pp
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Deluxe Suite

  • Brochure Price from£30780pp
Prestige Suite Deck 5

  • Brochure Price from£32070pp
Prestige Suite Deck 6

  • Brochure Price from£33750pp
25 January 2026 - - Sailing on : Le Lyrial From: £19950pp
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Deluxe Stateroom

  • Brochure Price from£21380pp
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Deluxe Suite

  • Brochure Price from£33630pp
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Grand Deluxe Suite

  • Brochure Price from£46710pp
Grand Privilege Suite

  • Brochure Price from£48140pp
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Privilege Suite

  • Brochure Price from£38130pp
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Prestige Deck 4

  • Brochure Price from£22400pp
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Prestige Deck 5

  • Brochure Price from£22810pp
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Prestige Deck 6

  • Brochure Price from£23420pp
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Prestige Deck 5 Suite

  • Brochure Price from£35070pp
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Owner's Suite

  • Brochure Price from£49570pp
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Superior Stateroom

  • Brochure Price from£19950pp
16 February 2026 - - Sailing on : Le Boreal From: £15660pp
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Superior Stateroom

  • Brochure Price from£15660pp
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Deluxe Stateroom

  • Brochure Price from£16800pp
Prestige Stateroom Deck 4

  • Brochure Price from£17600pp
Prestige Stateroom Deck 5

  • Brochure Price from£17930pp
Prestige Stateroom Deck 6

  • Brochure Price from£18420pp
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Deluxe Suite

  • Brochure Price from£26530pp
Prestige Suite Deck 5

  • Brochure Price from£27660pp
Prestige Suite Deck 6

  • Brochure Price from£29130pp
04 December 2026 - - Sailing on : Le Lyrial From: £15100pp
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Deluxe Stateroom

  • Brochure Price from£16130pp
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Deluxe Suite

  • Brochure Price from£24960pp
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Grand Deluxe Suite

  • Brochure Price from£34360pp
Grand Privilege Suite

  • Brochure Price from£35400pp
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Privilege Suite

  • Brochure Price from£28190pp
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Prestige Deck 4

  • Brochure Price from£16870pp
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Prestige Deck 5

  • Brochure Price from£17160pp
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Prestige Deck 6

  • Brochure Price from£17600pp
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Prestige Deck 5 Suite

  • Brochure Price from£25980pp
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Superior Stateroom

  • Brochure Price from£15100pp
20 December 2026 - - Sailing on : Le Boreal From: £16060pp
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Superior Stateroom

  • Brochure Price from£16060pp
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Deluxe Stateroom

  • Brochure Price from£17160pp
Prestige Stateroom Deck 4

  • Brochure Price from£17960pp
Prestige Stateroom Deck 5

  • Brochure Price from£18270pp
Prestige Stateroom Deck 6

  • Brochure Price from£18740pp
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Deluxe Suite

  • Brochure Price from£26620pp
Prestige Suite Deck 5

  • Brochure Price from£27720pp
Prestige Suite Deck 6

  • Brochure Price from£29140pp

Price Information

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