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8 Night Antarctic Express Fly South Sail North Cruise and Land Tour

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

Ocean Explorer
Quark Expeditions
5 Stars
Cruise #: 14283320
Sail Date: Tuesday, Dec 12, 2028
Return Date: Wednesday, Dec 20, 2028
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8 Night Antarctic Express Fly South Sail North Cruise and Land Tour

Land Segment of Itinerary

Tuesday - Dec 12, 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 embarkation day. ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Wednesday - Dec 13, 2028
Day
2
  • Punta Arenas, Chile
  • Air Travel

Cruise Segment of Itinerary

Day 2 - Wednesday - Dec 13, 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. Down below, your ship await your arrival at King George Island. 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 the Zodiac transfer to your ship to set sail for the Antarctic Peninsula. ...
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Thursday - Dec 14, 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. Amid the serene silence of Antarctica, noisy interludes become indelible memories, such as penguins squabbling over prized pebbles, or the boom and crack of a calving glacier. Every day will be different, having been carefully crafted by your Expedition Team to inspire and educate you about this wonderful part of the world. ...
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Friday - Dec 15, 2028
Day
4
Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
  • Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
Saturday - Dec 16, 2028
Day
5
Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
  • Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
Sunday - Dec 17, 2028
Day
6
Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
  • Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
Monday - Dec 18, 2028
Day
7
Drake Passage, Antarctica
  • Drake Passage, Antarctica
A rite of passage for any Antarctic adventurer, crossing the Drake signals the end of your journey. No matter the sea conditions, you will benefit from having developed your sea legs over the course of the previous four days. While the journey home has begun, your wildlife spotting continues. Your Expedition Team will be available on deck and on the ship's bridge to help you spot the majestic wandering albatross and a number of whale species, such as minke and humpback. When you're not looking at photos and reminiscing about the previous days, the Expedition Team will conclude their series of engaging presentations on subjects such as marine biology, polar history, and glaciology. ...
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Tuesday - Dec 19, 2028
Day
8
Drake Passage, Antarctica
  • Drake Passage, Antarctica
Wednesday - Dec 20, 2028
Day
9
  • Ushuaia, Argentina
You will arrive in Ushuaia in the morning, after which you can continue your onward journey, or catch your homeward-bound flight.
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