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Antarctica, South Georgia and the Falkland Islands
A 20-Day Abercrombie and Kent tour starting from $11,195
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| Tour Category: | Antarctica Cruise | ||
| Tour Operator: | Abercrombie and Kent | ||
| Tour Code: | AK81219 |
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Countries Visited
Antarctica, ArgentinaCities Visited
Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Stanely, Elephant Island, Deception Island, South Shetland IslandsSightseeing Highlights
Overview
Travel to Antarctica aboard the mv Minerva. Add a visit to the rugged shores of South Georgia and the Falkland Islands to your Antarctica adventures.
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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. 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.
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.
PRICE PER PERSON
Expedition #91219 +
December 17, 2009-January 5, 2010
Twin occupancy..... $12,395
Single supplement..... $3,100
Child (sharing with one adult)..... $6,295
Twin occupancy..... $13,395
Single supplement..... $3,300
Child (sharing with one adult)..... $7,450
Twin occupancy..... $15,395
Single supplement..... $4,500
Child (sharing with one adult)..... $8,395
Twin occupancy..... $15,995
Single supplement..... $5,300
Child (sharing with one adult)..... $8,795
Twin occupancy..... $19,395
Single supplement..... $9,300
Child (sharing with one adult)..... $10,395
Twin occupancy..... $23,295
Single supplement..... $16,700
Child (sharing with one adult)..... $12,395
Twin occupancy..... $25,995
Single supplement..... $24,800 Child (sharing with one adult)..... $25,995
Twin occupancy..... $31,595
Single supplement..... $30,500
Child (sharing with one adult)..... $31,595
Expedition #100104 January 2-21, 2010
Twin occupancy..... $11,995
Single supplement..... $3,000
Twin occupancy..... $12,695
Single supplement..... $3,200
Twin occupancy..... $13,995
Single supplement..... $4,100
Twin occupancy..... $14,695
Single supplement..... $4,400
Twin occupancy..... $16,995
Single supplement..... $8,100
Twin occupancy..... $19,495
Single supplement..... $13,900
Twin occupancy..... $22,695
Single supplement..... $21,600
Twin occupancy..... $29,695
Single supplement..... $28,605
Expedition #100130 January 28-February 16, 2010
Twin occupancy..... $11,995
Single supplement..... $3,000
Twin occupancy..... $12,695
Single supplement..... $3,200
Twin occupancy..... $13,995
Single supplement..... $4,100
Twin occupancy..... $14,695
Single supplement..... $4,400
Twin occupancy..... $16,995
Single supplement..... $8,100
Twin occupancy..... $19,495
Single supplement..... $13,900
Twin occupancy..... $22,695
Single supplement..... $21,600
Twin occupancy..... $29,695
Single supplement..... $28,605
Expedition #100215 February 13-March 4, 2010
Twin occupancy..... $11,995
Single supplement..... $3,000
Twin occupancy..... $12,695
Single supplement..... $3,200
Twin occupancy..... $13,995
Single supplement..... $4,100
Twin occupancy..... $14,695
Single supplement..... $4,400
Twin occupancy..... $16,995
Single supplement..... $8,100
Twin occupancy..... $19,495
Single supplement..... $13,900
Twin occupancy..... $22,695
Single supplement..... $21,600
Twin occupancy..... $29,695
Single supplement..... $28,605
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.
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