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Classic Antarctica with Buenos Aires

Classic Antarctica with Buenos Aires

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Description

Cruise the glacier-filled waters of Antarctica on a spectacular 10-night cruise aboard Le Boréal in unparalleled luxury. Travel by ship from Ushuaia, through the Drake Passage to experience one of the most unique environments on earth.

 

Special Offer:

Fly for Free from Australia or New Zealand

Book this cruise and fly for free from Australia or New Zealand.

Australia – LATAM Airlines, based on V class or any airline of APT choosing, inc taxes up to $200.
Prices are person, AUD, twin share, based on two people travelling together on the same 2017  Antarctica holiday (2 and 12 February departure only). Based on Prestige Deck Stateroom, Deck 4 Le Boreal.

Offer is strictly limited and subject to availability of airline booking class. Available until sold out. A deposit of $3,000 pp is required within 7 days of booking. Flights may be issued from deposit. Once issued, flights are subject to LATAM Airlines amendment and cancellation fees. Surcharge may apply for credit card bookings. Fly Free including taxes – Two people will receive free return economy airfare, with LATAM Airlines based on V class including taxes up to $200, when travelling together on the same 2017  Antarctica holiday (2 and 12 February departure only)

Air Credits – are based on booking LATAM airlines on the international ticket.

Trip Name
Classic Antarctica with Buenos Aires
Highlights

 

  • Get up close to penguins and seals as they welcome you ashore
  • Zodiac excursions up to the glaciers
  • At Deception Island see the deserted whaling station
  • Perhaps visit an active scientific research station

Itinerary

Day 1. Arrive Buenos Aires (Argentina)
On arrival in the Argentinian capital today, you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel. After settling in, enjoy some time at leisure and perhaps step out to explore this vibrant city. Stay: Buenos Aires, Alvear Palace Hotel
Day 2. Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Embark Antarctica Cruise
This morning, transfer to the airport. Board your included flight to Ushuaia, the capital of Tierra del Fuego regarded by many as the world’s most southerly city. On arrival you’ll be transferred to your luxury expedition ship, Le Boréal. Greeted by your knowledgeable Expedition Leader and a team of expert naturalist guides with a contagious passion for the White Continent, the atmosphere aboard is one of excitement. Enjoy some time to settle into your luxurious stateroom and explore the ship’s amenities before heading to the Captain’s Welcome Dinner where you’ll get an insight into what to expect on the action-filled days to come. Afterwards, head to the viewing deck to admire the mountainous scenery of South America’s most southerly tip on an early evening cruise down the Beagle Channel in the Tierra del Fuego Archipelago. Your wildlife spotting begins here as you pass colonies of Magellanic penguin, Rock Cormorants and sea lions.
Day 3. Drake Passage
Over the course of the next two days, you’ll cross the Drake Passage, connecting the Atlantic and Pacific oceans between Cape Horn and the South Shetland Islands. During this time, learn more about the adventures ahead as you participate in a range of informative, interactive and entertaining presentations on the wildlife, history and geology of Antarctica.
Day 4. Drake Passage
Enjoy your second day cruising through the Drake Passage to Antarctica.
Days 5 – 9. Antarctic Peninsula
n arrival in Antarctica, your itinerary becomes flexible in order to maximise your discovery of this enchanting world of ice and water. Utilising the vast knowledge of your experienced naturalist guides and Expedition Leader, your Captain will charter a course based on the most exciting sightseeing opportunities available and the most favourable ice and weather conditions. For the next five days you’ll enjoy thrilling morning and afternoon Zodiac rides with your experienced Expedition Team who will get you up close to the towering glaciers. Experience some of the most unique wildlife viewing in the world as you’re taken to visit gentoo, chinstrap and Adélie penguin rookeries. You’re also likely to encounter Weddell, crabeater, leopard and Antarctic fur seals. These chilly waters are often frequented by hunting orca and the breaching forms of humpback and minke whales, so be sure to keep an eye out. Although landing sites will vary depending on conditions, the route will feature the most scenic bays and channels, including the stunning Lemeire Channel and Neko Bay, where icebergs loom in a shade of captivating blue. Head to the shores of Deception Island, an active volcano surrounded by distinctive black sand. Once an old whaling station, you will see giant barrels and bleached white whale bones scattered along the deserted beaches as well as impressive elephant seals lounging along the shore. You may get the chance to stop at Port Lockroy, an active scientific base studying gentoo penguins. Here, you can take the chance to send a postcard with a rare Antarctic stamp.
Day 10: Drake Passage
The adventure continues as you bid farewell to the beautiful waters surrounding the Antarctic Peninsula and return across the Drake Passage
Day 11: Drake Passage
Travel the Drake Passage towards the bustling Argentinian city of Ushuaia, Along the way, be sure to keep a keen eye out for the wildlife that may be encountered en route.
Day 12. Disembark Ship, Ushuaia, Fly to Buenos Aires
Today you’ll disembark your ship in Ushuaia and transfer to the airport where you will board your included flight to Buenos Aires. On arrival back in Argentina’s capital, guests transfer to the city and check into your hotel before enjoying the rest of the day at leisure. Stay: Buenos Aires, Alvear Palace Hotel
Day 13. Depart Buenos Aires
After breakfast, your journey draws to an end as you are transferred to Buenos Aires airport for your onward flight.


Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
02-02-201714-02-2017AUD $ 15,790-
12-02-201724-02-2017AUD $ 15,790-

Inclusions

    Le Boreal

    Vessel Type:  Luxury Expedition / Cruise Ship

    Length:  142 meters

    Passenger Capacity:  264 (in twin cabins, 200 in Antarctica)

    Built:  2011

    A superb mega-yacht with 132 cabins, she is the fruit of the expertise of the Italian Fincantieri shipyard and French sophistication, as interpreted by designer Jean-Philippe Nuel. Le Boreal remains faithful to our philosophy – to create a unique atmosphere, a subtle blend of luxury, intimacy and well-being.

    Superior materials, discreet elegance and a tasteful décor combined with exterior and interior lines to reflect a nautical mood, subtly revisited. On board, soothing neutral tones are enlivened by splashes of red, our signature theme linking tradition and innovation to create personal touches in the spirit of a “private yacht”.

    Cuisine

    Loyal to the great French tradition, the haute cuisine on board is worthy of the finest restaurants, where discreet, attentive service is the hallmark.

    Our two restaurants welcome you for breakfasts, lunch and dinner. The Gastronomic Restaurant, with a capacity of 268 persons, is situated on Le Liberte Deck and serves you French and international cuisine accompagnied by fine wine. On the Grill Restaurant, you will have the opportuniny to eat outside and enjoy buffet lunch and themed dinner.

    Life On Board

    Whether you want to join other guests in the theatre or games area (Wii™ consoles, etc), or relax on your own in a quiet corner of the library, Le Boreal has been designed to meet the needs of every guest.

    Everything has been done to preserve the independence of each guest to suit their personal tastes: lounges for lectures and shows, a spa in partnership with Carita™, but also more intimate spaces such as the library and internet corner. Comfortable cabins, nearly all with private balcony, are available forfamilies either as triples or as communicating cabins. There is also a games area with Wii™ consoles, children’s menus, and a baby-sitting ser vice.Just as if you were on a private yacht, your time is your own to do as you please.

    Fitted with the latest equipment (Kinesis Wall, running machine) and in partnership with the famous Carita™ brand, the Beauty Centre on Le Boreal welcomes you for some unforgettable moments of relaxation and pampering (beauty treatments, hairdresser, hammam, balneotherapy)

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