Description
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| Type of Tour: | Scheduled departure cruise |
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| Duration: | 11 Nights / 12 Days |
| Visit: | Buenos Aires – Ushuaia – Drake Passage – Antarctica – Drake Passage – Ushuaia – Buenos Aires |
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| Notes: | Kindly note Hurtigruten has a flexible pricing system and all prices are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Prices may change at any time before departure date; the applicable price will be confirmed at the time of booking.
*Nine of the ships along the Norwegian Coast have Expedition teams on-board. As a guest, you can go on hikes with the Expedition teams by getting our Outdoor Activity Passes. |
| Accommodation: | On-board Hurtigruten – MS Fridtjof Nansen |
Full Itinerary
DAY 1: BUENOS AIRES
Cultural and cool
This adventure starts with an overnight stay in Buenos Aires, the bustling capital of Argentina. Spend the evening at your leisure and discover `Paris of South America´ for yourself on a warm spring or summer day or extend your stay with an optional Pre-Programme to explore wild Patagonia
DAY 2: BUENOS AIRES/USHUAIA
Tierra del Fuego
Fly early in the morning to Ushuaia, where MS Fridtjof Nansen awaits. Once on board, we kick off our journey with a welcome dinner.
DAY 3 – 4: DRAKE PASSAGE
Crossing the Drake Passage
Prepare yourself for Antarctica as we cross the famed Drake Passage. During the voyage south, the Expedition Team starts the lecture programme, giving you information about Antarctica’s fascinating history and environmental science. You’ll also learn how to make your visit as safe and as sustainable as possible and you’ll join Citizen Science programmes to help collect data for current scientific research. This is also a good opportunity to enjoy all the amenities of your advanced hybrid powered expedition ship.
DAY 5-9: ANTARCTICA
Antarctica… Another World!
Antarctica never fails to inspire awe and wonder, with white horizons above oceans full of icebergs and whales. Perhaps even more awe-inspiring will be your first encounter with the huge colonies of penguins. Our Expedition Team will lead ice-cruising and landings at every opportunity to come ashore and explore the impressive Antarctic scenery. From deck, there are great chances to spot whales. Of course, this is true wilderness, so nature is in charge, but our experienced captain will work with the elements to create the best possible itinerary for your adventure. We will attempt landings at several sites in the South Shetlands and on the Antarctic Peninsula and aim to bring you to the incredible diversity of landscapes and rich wildlife on display in this pristine wilderness. Wherever we explore, the sights and sounds and of Antarctica are sure to stay with you for a lifetime!
DAY 10-11: DRAKE PASSAGE
Heading back to civilisation
After exploring this exhilarating continent, we set course back to civilisation. Spend the day at sea recapping your experiences, having fun in the Science Center or just relaxing on deck, spotting the many sea birds which follow our ship.
DAY 12: USHUAIA/BUENOS AIRES
The End of the Adventure
Our expedition cruise ends as we reach Ushuaia, and we transfer you to the airport for your flight back to Buenos Aires. For more adventure, you can extend your stay in Buenos Aires or join an optional Post-Programme to the magnificent Iguazu waterfalls.
