Antarctic Peninsula Fly and Cruise

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Sit among a penguin colony. Marvel at icebergs carved into hypnotic shapes by the wind and water. Kayak or hike in peace through untouched regions.
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

What's this trip about?

    Sit among a penguin colony. Marvel at icebergs carved into hypnotic shapes by the wind and water. Kayak or hike in peace through untouched regions.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
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End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • National Parks
  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

Activities

  • Hiking
  • Nature
  • Sailing
  • Short Cruise

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Itinerary

Day 1 : International outbound flight

Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Santiago.

Day 2 : Santiago

Upon arrival in Chile's capital today you will be met and driven to your hotel in private vehicle.

Day 3 : Punta Arenas

Today you will arrive in Punta Arenas where you will meet up with the other members of your Antarctic expedition.This trip is based on a twin cabin on a six night cruise, there are both shorter trips and triple share cabins which can offer significant savings.

Day 4 : Polar Cruise

This morning you will transfer to the airport to board the flight across Drakes Passage to King George Island and board the ship.

Day 5 : Polar Cruise

Today is your first full day on the Antarctic Peninsula. If the weather allows, you might go ashore and take a short walk to an explorer's hut, a relic from the great age of polar pioneers. Due to Antarctica's harsh desert conditions, these simple shelters have been remarkably well preserved.

Day 6 : Polar Cruise

Today might see you sailing through the Lemaire Channel, a strait of water bisecting the Antarctic Peninsula and Booth Island. You'll sail past towering cliffs of ice, glaciers running to meet the water, and immense icebergs. Make sure to stay out on deck and keep a c...

Day 7 : Polar Cruise

Penguins are one of the biggest draws of a trip to Antarctica, and today you may be able to come face to face with them. If weather conditions allow, you'll go ashore to observe a penguin colony. Species include chinstrap and gentoo penguins; some crowd beaches while ...

Day 8 : Polar Cruise

Today, your vessel may take you to Deception Island, one of Antarctica's active volcanoes. Your ship will squeeze through Neptune's Bellows, a narrow gap that opens out into a caldera edged with sheer cliffs and black sand beaches. Here you may see the remains of a Ch...

Day 9 : Punta Arenas

Fly back across Drakes Passage and spend a night back in Punta Arenas.

Day 10 : Santiago

Fly north to Santiago and transfer to your hotel.

Day 11 : International return flight

Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Day 12 : International return flight

Arrive home today to complete your journey.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $19,452
Price per day$1,621
Last Updated: 1/11/2022

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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