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New Year’s Day in the Polar Regions 2019 (L’Austral)

New Year’s Day in the Polar Regions 2019 (L’Austral)

From AUD $14,560

Description

“The Antarctic exerts the powerful attraction of the inaccessible which leads Man to become passionately engaged. One is never the same after returning from a long stay on the white continent.” Jean-Louis Etienne

For centuries the Antarctic remained like a ghost on the map of the world, yet today the «White Continent» exerts a powerful fascination. Explored by man since only 1820, this vast icy continent offers spectacular mountain scenery, the world’s biggest icebergs and an extraordinary array of wildlife: fur seals, penguins, albatrosses, sea elephants, orcas and whales in large numbers live side by side in this grandiose landscape. Who has not dreamed of savouring that white stillness, an extraordinary spell-binding atmosphere of total serenity unequalled anywhere else on Earth. On the horizon, blocks of ice collapse into the sea forming vast icebergs of all shapes and sizes, eroded by the wind and the waves.

Please Note: your voyage rates include Flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia + Flight from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires.

Trip Name
New Year’s Day in the Polar Regions 2019 (L'Austral)
Days
11
Overview
Vessel Type: Luxury Expedition / Cruise Ship Length: 142 metres Passenger Capacity: 264 (200 in Antarctica) Built: 2011 This superb mega-yacht with 132 cabins is the result of the expertise of the Italian Fincantieri shipyard and French sophistication, as interpreted by designer Jean-Philippe Nuel. L'Austral has a unique atmosphere, a subtle blend of luxury, intimacy and well-being. A sleek silhouette softened by elegantly smooth contours and large, arched windows opening up to the sea and the light: so many features come together to give L’Austral her distinctive shape. Precious materials, discreet elegance and a perfect balance between chic and casual, combine to make you feel as if you are on your own private yacht. A design blending tradition and innovation, where a nautical mood has been subtly recreated. Precious materials in smoothing neutral tones are brought to life with splashes of cheerful reds. So many personal touches create 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 Liberté 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, L'Austral 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 Sothys™, but also more intimate spaces such as the library and internet corner. Comfortable cabins, nearly all with private balcony, are available for families either as triples or as communicating cabins. There is also a games area with Wii™ consoles, children’s menus, and a baby-sitting service. 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 Sothys™ brand, the Beauty Centre on L'Austral welcomes you for some unforgettable moments of relaxation and pampering (beauty treatments, hairdresser).

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1 - Ushuaia
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Day 2 - Days 2 & 3 - Drake Passage
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Day 3 - Day 4 - Neko Harbour & Paradise Bay
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Day 4 - Day 5 - Pleneau Island & Port Charcot
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Day 5 - Day 6 - Port Lockroy
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Day 6 - Day 7 - Deception Island
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Day 7 - Day 8 - Weddell Sea
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Day 8 - Days 9 & 10 - Drake Passage
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Day 9 - Day 11 - Ushuaia
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Day 10 - Please Note:
Itineraries are subject to change

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
30-12-201809-01-2019AUD $0Superior Stateroom
30-12-201809-01-2019AUD $0DeLuxe Stateroom
30-12-201809-01-2019AUD $0Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4
30-12-201809-01-2019AUD $0Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5
30-12-201809-01-2019AUD $0Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6
30-12-201809-01-2019AUD $0Deluxe Suite
30-12-201809-01-2019AUD $0Prestige Suite - Deck 5
30-12-201809-01-2019AUD $0Prestige Suite - Deck 6
30-12-201809-01-2019AUD $0Owners Suite

Inclusions

    • Enjoy spectacular scenery & extraordinary array of wildlife of Antarctica
    • Celebrate New Year's Eve in Antarctica with seals, penguins, albatrosses, sea elephants, orcas and whales
    • Travel between the majestic icebergs on board luxurious yachts that are built on an intimate, human scale. French crew, expertise, attentive service, gastronomy: set sail in a five-star environment and enjoy a travel experience that is simultaneously authentic and sophisticated.

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