Beyond the Antarctic Circle Package (16 Days starting from $7,150)

Beyond the Antarctic Circle Package

A 16-Day tour starting from $7,150

Length:	16 Days
Type:	Expedition
Category:	Antarctica
Operator:	Gap Adventures
Tour Code:	GABACP

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About This Tour

Join us on a voyage of discovery to Antarctica - our planet's last frontier - a fabulous and virtually pristine paradise for wildlife with incomparable scenery. Our ice-strengthened expedition ship is ideally suited to cruising in this icy wilderness. The end result is more like a private expedition than a traditional cruise. Cap off this unforgettable voyage with a visit to the vibrant Buenos Aires.
Taking you to the Polar extremes aboard the newly retrofitted M/S Expedition, our expeditions will take you to places you never dreamed possible. From the great white wilderness of Antarctica to the Arctic Circle, and many points in between, these adventures deliver the very best in wildlife and nature, along with awe inspiring scenery. Light walking and hiking that is suitable for most fitness levels.

What's Included
Itinerary
Dates & Prices
Sightseeing
Optionals
Details

11 nights onboard the M/S Expedition

Flights between Buenos Aires and Ushuaia

Visit to Tierra del Fuego National Park

All meals included on board the ship

Farewell dinner and tango show in Buenos Aires

Expedition staff and naturalists, scheduled visits to scientific research stations

All shore excursions and Zodiac cruises in Antarctica

Day 1 Arrive Buenos Aires
Arrive in Buenos Aires at any time.

Day 2 Buenos Aires to Ushuaia
Fly south from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia. Free afternoon in the world’s southernmost city.

Day 3-4 Tierra del Fuego National Park / Drake Passage
After a morning at leisure, embark on the expedition ship. Experience the stunning views of the Beagle Channel as you head towards Cape Horn before crossing the Drake Passage. Enjoy daily lectures from your expedition team, and keep an eye out for the first sightings of icebergs, whales, and albatross following in the ship's wake.

Day 5-7 Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands
Experience some of the most unique wildlife viewing and inspiring scenery in the world as you set foot on the Antarctic continent. Take two excursions per day (conditions permitting), and encounter Gentoo, Chinstrap and Adélie penguin rookeries, Weddell, Crabeater and Leopard seals, as well as Orca, Humpback and Minke whales in the cold Antarctic waters. The Peninsula also has a remarkable human history. During the voyage we will learn about some of the most important and dramatic expeditions to this remote corner of the world.

Day 8-9 Polar Circle Crossing
We set off southward along the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula, passing colossal icebergs and countless colonies of penguins along the way.

Day 10-11 Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
We will then turn north for the first time and head back through the 'inside passage' (pending ice conditions) to continue our exploration of the Antarctic peninsula.

Day 12-13 Drake Passage
Begin the journey north back to Ushuaia. Enjoy great meals and reflect on our memorable adventure during our final two days at sea. Review the highlights of our Antarctic experience with our lecturers and staff, and keep your eyes open on the observation deck for some final whale sightings.

Day 14 Ushuaia to Buenos Aires
Disembark after breakfast and transfer by bus to the airport for your included flight to Buenos Aires.

Day 15 Buenos Aires
Today is free to explore Buenos Aires, known as the Paris of the Americas. Wander the plazas and museums or sit at a local cafe and reminisce about your Antarctic experience. In the evening join your fellow travellers for a farewell dinner and traditional tango show.

Day 16 Depart Buenos Aires

To speak to one of our live, experienced travel consultants, Call us now at 1-800-942-3301. Airfare Disclaimer A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link. 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

Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
2/28/2010 - 3/15/2010	$7,150

Prices shown are based on category 3 twin cabin. Please call 1-800-942-3301 for additional pricing and cabin categories Category 1 - 1 upper berth; 2 lower berths. Full ensuite washroom. Porthole view Category 2 - 2 lower berths. Full ensuite washroom. Porthole view Category 3 - 2 lower berths. Full ensuite washroom. Window view Category 4 - 2 lower berths. Full ensuite washroom. Window view Category 5 - Queen bed. lounge area. Full ensuite washroom. Large window views Allow USD180 for meals not included. Drinks and tips while on the expedition ship are not included. Notes: 1. Read this itinerary as a guide only; our exact route and program varies according to ice and weather conditions and the wildlife we encounter. Flexibility is the key to the success of this expedition. Visits to research stations depend on final permission. 2. Shared triple cabins are same sex cabins only. Males and females can not stay in triple cabins together unless their travelling party has booked all berths in the cabin. 3. Tipping: Although it may not be customary to you, it is of considerable significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels. It is an expression of satisfaction with the persons who have assisted you on your expedition. The industry standard and suggested amount is $10 - 15 USD per person per day spent on board. Of course, tipping is a personal choice and the suggested amount is set only as a guideline. The money is collected by the Hotel Manager and distributed amongst the crew. The Expedition Staff and the Officers choose not to participate in the tipping pool.

Optional Activities:
All prices are per person in US dollar amounts.

Buenos Aires:
Coast train $10
Teatro Colón $5

Ushuaia:
Estancía Harberton $50
Horseback riding $35-$65
Ski lift $5 (return)
Entrance museum $7
Bus to Park entrance $10 (return)
Tierra del Fuego Nat’l Park)
Ushuaia – visit to seal or penguin colonies $30- $50 USD

Prices shown are based on category 3 twin cabin. Please call 1-800-942-3301 for additional pricing and cabin categories

Category 1 - 1 upper berth; 2 lower berths. Full ensuite washroom. Porthole view
Category 2 - 2 lower berths. Full ensuite washroom. Porthole view
Category 3 - 2 lower berths. Full ensuite washroom. Window view
Category 4 - 2 lower berths. Full ensuite washroom. Window view
Category 5 - Queen bed. lounge area. Full ensuite washroom. Large window views

Allow USD180 for meals not included. Drinks and tips while on the expedition ship are not included.

Notes:
1. Read this itinerary as a guide only; our exact route and program varies according to ice and weather conditions and the wildlife we encounter. Flexibility is the key to the success of this expedition. Visits to research stations depend on final permission.
2. Shared triple cabins are same sex cabins only. Males and females can not stay in triple cabins together unless their travelling party has booked all berths in the cabin.
3. Tipping: Although it may not be customary to you, it is of considerable significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels. It is an expression of satisfaction with the persons who have assisted you on your expedition. The industry standard and suggested amount is $10 - 15 USD per person per day spent on board. Of course, tipping is a personal choice and the suggested amount is set only as a guideline. The money is collected by the Hotel Manager and distributed amongst the crew. The Expedition Staff and the Officers choose not to participate in the tipping pool.

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