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7 Night Antarctic Express Fly the Drake Cruise and Land Tour

From Punta Arenas, (Chile) to Punta Arenas, (Chile)

Ocean Explorer
Quark Expeditions
5 Stars
Cruise #: 14281877
Sail Date: Thursday, Dec 7, 2028
Return Date: Thursday, Dec 14, 2028
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7 Night Antarctic Express Fly the Drake Cruise and Land Tour

Land Segment of Itinerary

Thursday - Dec 7, 2028
Day
1
  • Punta Arenas, Chile
Your adventure begins in Punta Arenas, Chile, the most populated city in southern Patagonia. If you arrive early, there are many museums, restaurants, and shops to enjoy. By early afternoon, a Quark Expeditions representative will meet you at the official starting point hotel, where you'll enjoy a welcome dinner and be briefed about preparations for your embarkation day. ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Friday - Dec 8, 2028
Day
2
  • Punta Arenas, Chile
  • Air Travel

Cruise Segment of Itinerary

Day 2 - Friday - Dec 8, 2028
Day
2
Cruise Begins
  • Cruise Begins
  • King George Island, Antarctica
Your charter flight from Punta Arenas to Antarctica will enable you to cross the legendary Drake Passage in only two hours, while far below, the ship will approach King George Island for your arrival. Your first glimpse of dramatic Antarctic landscapes will be from a unique perspective, as your plane descends onto the South Shetland Islands. After landing, make your way to the shore, before being transferred by Zodiac to your ship to set sail for the Antarctic Peninsula. ...
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Saturday - Dec 9, 2028
Day
3
Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
  • Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
The most common reaction upon reaching the 7th Continent is a sense of reverence and awe. The experience is beyond words, since few places are as untouched as Antarctica. You will begin to appreciate why this region has long captivated the attention of explorers and travelers alike. Every time we visit Antarctica, we witness something new or unexpected, which means that your expedition will be unlike any other-creating a unique, personal experience. Each day, you will take Zodiac excursions from the ship to explore glaciated bays, channels, and landing sites. Your Expedition Team will take care of you at each landing, whether you are hiking the Antarctic landscape, visiting a research station, or observing chinstrap, Adelie, and gentoo penguins, all of which can be found here. Keep an eye out for Weddell, fur, crabeater, and leopard seals as well as curious whales, such as humpbacks, minkes, or perhaps orcas while on a Zodiac cruise. Each excursion will present a new array of creatures to fascinate you and keep your camera busy. ...
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Sunday - Dec 10, 2028
Day
4
Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
  • Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
Monday - Dec 11, 2028
Day
5
Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
  • Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
Tuesday - Dec 12, 2028
Day
6
Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
  • Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
Wednesday - Dec 13, 2028
Day
7
  • King George Island, Antarctica
  • Cruise Ends

Land Segment of Itinerary

Day 7 - Wednesday - Dec 13, 2028
Day
7
  • Air Travel
  • Punta Arenas, Chile
After your week of exploration, you'll say goodbye to your Expedition Team and disembark at King George Island. Your two-hour flight across the Drake Passage to Punta Arenas, Chile, brings your adventure to an end. After your group transfer to the hotel, you are free to explore and enjoy an evening on your own in the city or at the hotel to reminisce about the sights and sounds of Antarctica. ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Thursday - Dec 14, 2028
Day
8
  • Punta Arenas, Chile
After breakfast, you are welcome to continue on your own travels or make your way to the Punta Arenas airport for your homeward flight.
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