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What's Included

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 aboard '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 Chosen by Conde Nast Traveler as "the world's best expedition ship"

Your Tour Itinerary Includes

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. Have 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. This afternoon, join your ship and settle in for a first night on board. MV 'Minerva' (formerly called 'Explorer II') Meals: B L D

DAY 4:At Sea
Your journey to the Falkland Islands 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 5-6:Falkland Islands
The Falklands offer a chance to step back in time to a place where nature reigns. Spend the days leisurely hiking to penguin rookeries and other unspoiled wildlife habitats, or perhaps stroll the village streets of Stanley. MV 'Minerva' Meals:(B L D)

DAYS 7-8:Cruising the South Atlantic
As the ship approaches South Georgia, deck-side sightings of marine mammals and other wildlife become more frequent. MV 'Minerva' Meals: B L D

DAYS 9-11: South Georgia
South Georgia is actually a nearly submerged continuation of the Andes mountain range, and your days here are spent exploring its glacier-carved coves and rugged shores. Weather permitting, enjoy a visit to impressive Salisbury Plain, St. Andrews Bay or Gold Harbour - home to a vast colony of stately king penguins. MV 'Minerva' Meals: B L D

DAYS 12-13: Cruising the Scotia Sea
Lecturers recap your adventures in South Georgia while the ship passes through waters filled with marine mammals and fish. MV 'Minerva' Meals: B L D

DAYS 14-16:Antarctica
As conditions permit, the ship's itinerary calls for landings on the Antarctic Peninsula and a number of South Shetland Islands including Cuverville, Paulet and Deception Island. There are also plans to sail through Paradise Bay and the Lemaire Channel, with other possibilities for exploration, including a scientific research station. MV 'Minerva' Meals: B L D

DAYS 17-18: Drake Passage
Return through Drake Passage where there are more opportunities for observing marine and bird life. It's also a good opportunity to reflect on your journey with fellow travellers on deck. MV 'Minerva' B L D

DAY 19:Ushuaia, Argentina/Buenos Aires
Disembark after breakfast and head out to explore Tierra del Fuego's spectacular wilderness before transferring to the airport. Meals: B

DAY 20:USA or Canada
Connect to a homebound flight.

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.

Sightseeing Highlights

If conditions permit, landings on the Antarctic Peninsual and a number of South Shetland Islands including Cuverville, Paulet and Deception Island.

Paradise Bay & Lemaire Channel

Visit a scientific research station

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Details & Specials

PRICE PER PERSON

Expedition #91219 + December 17, 2009-January 5, 2010

Category SB, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $12,395
Single supplement..... $3,100
Child (sharing with one adult)..... $6,295

Category B, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $13,395
Single supplement..... $3,300
Child (sharing with one adult)..... $7,450

Category SA, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $15,395
Single supplement..... $4,500
Child (sharing with one adult)..... $8,395

Category A, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $15,995
Single supplement..... $5,300
Child (sharing with one adult)..... $8,795

Category SP, Superior

Twin occupancy..... $19,395
Single supplement..... $9,300
Child (sharing with one adult)..... $10,395

Category D, Deluxe

Twin occupancy..... $23,295
Single supplement..... $16,700
Child (sharing with one adult)..... $12,395

Category S, Suite

Twin occupancy..... $25,995
Single supplement..... $24,800 Child (sharing with one adult)..... $25,995

Category OS, Owners' Suite

Twin occupancy..... $31,595
Single supplement..... $30,500
Child (sharing with one adult)..... $31,595

Expedition #100104 January 2-21, 2010

Category SB, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $11,995
Single supplement..... $3,000

Category B, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $12,695
Single supplement..... $3,200

Category SA, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $13,995
Single supplement..... $4,100

Category A, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $14,695
Single supplement..... $4,400

Category SP, Superior

Twin occupancy..... $16,995
Single supplement..... $8,100

Category D, Deluxe

Twin occupancy..... $19,495
Single supplement..... $13,900

Category S, Suite

Twin occupancy..... $22,695
Single supplement..... $21,600

Category OS, Owners' Suite

Twin occupancy..... $29,695
Single supplement..... $28,605

Expedition #100130 January 28-February 16, 2010

Category SB, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $11,995
Single supplement..... $3,000

Category B, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $12,695
Single supplement..... $3,200

Category SA, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $13,995
Single supplement..... $4,100

Category A, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $14,695
Single supplement..... $4,400

Category SP, Superior

Twin occupancy..... $16,995
Single supplement..... $8,100

Category D, Deluxe

Twin occupancy..... $19,495
Single supplement..... $13,900

Category S, Suite

Twin occupancy..... $22,695
Single supplement..... $21,600

Category OS, Owners' Suite

Twin occupancy..... $29,695
Single supplement..... $28,605

Expedition #100215 February 13-March 4, 2010

Category SB, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $11,995
Single supplement..... $3,000

Category B, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $12,695
Single supplement..... $3,200

Category SA, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $13,995
Single supplement..... $4,100

Category A, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $14,695
Single supplement..... $4,400

Category SP, Superior

Twin occupancy..... $16,995
Single supplement..... $8,100

Category D, Deluxe

Twin occupancy..... $19,495
Single supplement..... $13,900

Category S, Suite

Twin occupancy..... $22,695
Single supplement..... $21,600

Category OS, Owners' Suite

Twin occupancy..... $29,695
Single supplement..... $28,605

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. Please check with A&K for our special international airfares.

Please note:

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.

SPECIALS

Reserve Early and Save $1,000 on Select 2010 Europe Journeys

Reserve Early and Save $1,000 on Select 2010 Europe Journeys

Reserve select 2010 escorted small group journeys to Europe by December 31, 2009, and save $1,000 per person.

Journeys include:

    * Cultural Capitals: Berlin, Prague & St. Petersburg

    * Ancient Capitals: Rome, Athens & Istanbul

    * A Journey Through Italy

    * Images of Provence & the Basque Country

    * A Tale of Three Cities: Budapest, Vienna & Prague

    * Turkey: A Journey Through History

    * Adriatic Gems: Slovenia & Croatia

    * An Italian Adventure

    * Flavors & Flair of Spain

    * A Storybook Adventure

For all Special Offers noted above, all prices are per person, based on double occupancy, unless otherwise stated. All prices are quoted in U.S. Dollars. Prices listed for each offer may pertain to specific departure dates. Restrictions and blackout dates may apply. Special Offers are for new bookings only, are not combinable with any other offer, discount or promotion and are based on availability.