Classic Antarctica

A 14-Day Abercrombie and Kent tour starting from $7,595

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Tour Length: 14 Days
Countries Visited: Antarctica, Argentina
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Tour Type:
 Expeditions
Tour Category: Antarctica Cruise
Tour Operator: Abercrombie and Kent
Tour Code: AK81209
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Cities Visited:
Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Deception Island, Elephant Island, South Shetland Islands

From vast penguin colonies to massive, stately icebergs, explore the best of Antarctica by sea and land.

 
 
  • Peace of mind with A&K on-site office in Buenos Aires providing support 24/7

  • Immediate check-in on Day 2 at your hotel in Buenos Aires, regardless of arrival time (unlike most other tour operators), to ensure your holiday begins with comfort and ease

  • Spacious accommodations and state-of-the-art comfort on board 'Minerva' (formerly 'Explorer II')

  • Complimentary parka and backpack

  • Open bar on board (excepting premium spirits)

  • Smoother Drake Passage crossing, courtesy of ship's stabilizers

  • All gratuities included

  • Post-cruise journal of your voyage

  • Double hulled Ice Class vessel with an ice rating (Italian RINA Class 1-D) that exceeds the requirement for operating safely in Antarctica

  • Equipped with the latest navigation, communication and safety equipment, including a GMDSS emergency communication system and a satellite weather system, receiving real-time satellite images of weather and ice conditions

  • Lifeboats are enclosed and equipped with survival gear, blankets, food and water

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    DAY 1: USA or Canada/Buenos Aires, Argentina
    Depart on your flight to Buenos Aires, Argentina.

    DAY 2: Buenos Aires
    Arrive this morning and transfer to your hotel, where immediate check-in has been arranged, with time to relax before this afternoon's optional city tour. Meet your fellow adventurers this evening for a welcome cocktail reception. InterContinental Buenos Aires Meals: B

    DAY 3: Buenos Aires/Ushuaia, Argentina
    Fly to Ushuaia for a traditional Patagonian barbecue lunch. Later, arrive at your ship and settle in for your first night on board. MV 'Minerva' (formerly called 'Explorer II') Meals: B L D

    DAYS 4-5: Cruising the Drake Passage
    The southward journey toward Antarctica is an exciting one, as you join the Captain on the bridge or spot wildlife from the deck - these krill-rich waters are a particular favorite with marine mammals and seabirds. MV 'Minerva' Meals: B L D

    DAYS 6-10: Antarctica
    As the Antarctic Peninsula and its offshore islands appear on the horizon, a sense of excitement and expectation begins to build. A first shore expedition is swiftly followed by others, all carefully planned by the Captain and Expedition Leader to take full advantage of each day's possibilities.

    On most days, two landings are scheduled. Head out in swift and versatile Zodiacs, guided by expert drivers and accompanied by lecturers to a number of islands filled with penguins in the South Shetlands, just off the continental coastline. Expeditions may include Half Moon, Cuverville, Paulet, Penguin, Goudier and Deception. Photograph penguins and nesting grounds of seabirds, and cruise iceberg-strewn passageways of breathtaking beauty.

    Weather permitting, the ship will call on the Antarctic Peninsula. MV 'Minerva' also plans to sail through breathtaking Paradise Bay and the Lemaire Channel, affectionately referred to as "Kodak Alley," with other possibilities for exploration including a scientific research station and the remains of early-century whaling and sealing stations. After each evening's leisurely dinner, there's time to stroll the deck and gaze at the seascapes in the lingering light of an austral summer twilight. MV 'Minerva' Meals: B L D

    DAYS 11-12: Drake Passage
    The ship's return through the Drake Passage is an interlude for recap and reflection, with time to compare notes with your lecturers, and bird- or whale-watch from the deck. MV 'Minerva' Meals: B L D

    DAY 13: Ushuaia, Argentina/Buenos Aires
    Disembark after breakfast, and head out to explore Tierra del Fuego's spectacular wilderness before transferring to the airport to board your flight home via Buenos Aires. Meals: B

    DAY 14: USA or Canada
    Arrive this morning and connect to homebound flights. Due to the nature of adventure cruising, this itinerary is subject to change based on weather, ice, wildlife and other conditions beyond A&K's control.
     

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    Documents
    TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

     
    Landings on the Antarctic Peninsula and a number of South Shetland Islands including Cuverville, Paulet and Deception Island.
     

  • The price shown is in USD. Price is per person, based on double occupancy.


  • Expedition #91209 & December 7-20, 2009
  • Category SB, Standard

  • Twin occupancy..... $7,595
    Single supplement..... $1,675
  • Category B, Standard

  • Twin occupancy..... $8,195
    Single supplement..... $1,825
  • Category SA, Standard

  • Twin occupancy..... $8,895
    Single supplement..... $2,370
  • Category A, Standard

  • Twin occupancy..... $9,495
    Single supplement..... $2,570
  • Category SP, Superior

  • Twin occupancy..... $10,995
    Single supplement..... $5,000
  • Category D, Deluxe

  • Twin occupancy..... $12,695
    Single supplement..... $8,675
  • Category S, Suite (*)

  • Twin occupancy..... $13,695
    Single supplement..... $12,525
  • Category OS, Owners' Suite

  • Twin occupancy..... $16,995
    Single supplement..... $15,825

    Expedition #100120 January 18-31, 2010
  • Category SB, Standard

  • Twin occupancy..... $8,795
    Single supplement..... $2,200
  • Category B, Standard

  • Twin occupancy..... $9,895
    Single supplement..... $2,500
  • Category SA, Standard

  • Twin occupancy..... $10,795
    Single supplement..... $3,200
  • Category A, Standard

  • Twin occupancy..... $11,395
    Single supplement..... $3,400
  • Category SP, Superior

  • Twin occupancy..... $13,195
    Single supplement..... $6,200
  • Category D, Deluxe

  • Twin occupancy..... $15,195
    Single supplement..... $10,600
  • Category S, Suite (*)

  • Twin occupancy..... $17,195
    Single supplement..... $16,100
  • Category OS, Owners' Suite

  • Twin occupancy..... $21,595
    Single occupancy..... $20,500

  • All prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy.

  • Triple occupancy available on a limited basis.


  • A&K AIR SUPPLEMENTS
    Buenos Aires/Ushuaia/Buenos Aires charter air
    ECONOMY..... $650 Taxes are included. All air quotes are subject to change and carry penalties and surcharges. Flight confirmations are based on availability.

  • Holiday surcharge may apply. Call for details.

  • Departure dates, prices and availability may change at any time.

  • Prices and departures may vary from what is displayed on this web site. Please call us at 800-554-7016 to confirm the latest pricing and departure information.

    Save up to 15% on select A & K Antarctica Departures!

    Save up to 15% in Antarctica

     

    Reserve select 2011-2013 Antarctica departures and save up to 15%.

    2011 departure:

    ·         Reserve a standard, classic, premier or superior cabin on the Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands (December 17, 2011) departure by October 31, 2011, and save 15% on the published prices.

    ·         Children (7-18 years old) save 50% on the published prices when travelling with at least one full-fare paying adult per cabin. Some restrictions apply.

    2012-2013 departures:

    ·         Reserve the Classic Antarctica (Nov 27, 2012, Dec 7, 2012) or Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands (Dec 17, 2012, Jan 2, 2013) journey by March 31, 2012, and save 10% on the published prices (excluding the Owner's Suite).

    ·         On the December 17, 2012 departure, children (7-18 years old) save 50% on the published prices when travelling with at least one full-fare paying adult per cabin. Some restrictions apply.

    Complimentary Passenger Travel Protection Insurance

    Complimentary Passenger Travel Protection Insurance on Select Egypt Journeys

    Reserve select 2011 and 2012 Egypt journeys and receive complimentary Passenger Travel Protection insurance, a value of up to $500. Call for details. Egypt journeys include:

    Save 15 - 50% on Abercombie and Kent Egypt Journeys!

    Save 15-50% on Select Egypt Journeys


    Reserve select Egypt journeys and save up to 50% per person. 2011 Journeys include.


    Complimentary Passenger Travel Protection insurance is also available onselect departures. Call for details.

    Single Supplement Savings!

    Solo Traveler Single Supplement Savings


     

    The single supplement has been waived or reduced significantly onselect departures of our popular escorted programs.

    2011 Journeys include: 

     

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