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Antarctica Classic

The Antarctic Peninsula is anything but a world of white desolation. Join us on a true adventure to a world of immense scale and visual splendour. Passing huge icebergs in the flat calm of a polar morning will reshape the way you look at your world. Encounter huge whales, enormous rookeries of penguins, and stunning landscapes few have ever witnessed. This 11-day expedition will introduce you to the magic of the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula.

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11 DaysUshuaia to Ushuaia
Valid on May 5 2026Trip Code: XVCASX
From $6674.25 USDIncluding taxes and fees

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: Marine

Small-ship adventures on the world’s great seas, rivers, and other places only accessible by boat.

Physical Grading: 2 - Light

Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

Merchandising: Top Seller

Merchandising: Planeterra Project

Age requirements: 10+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Antarctica Classic - Itinerary

Trip Start: UshuaiaTrip End: Ushuaia

DAY 1

Ushuaia

Arrive in Ushuaia at any time. Arrival transfer included. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the world's most southerly city.

Private Vehicle:
Included arrival transfer.

Albatros Hotel:
Albatros Hotel

Antarctica Classic - Itinerary

Trip Start: UshuaiaTrip End: Ushuaia
DAY 1
Ushuaia

DAY 1

Ushuaia

Arrive in Ushuaia at any time. Arrival transfer included. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the world's most southerly city.

Private Vehicle:
Included arrival transfer.

Albatros Hotel:
Albatros Hotel

DAY 2
Ushuaia/Drake Passage
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DAY 3
Drake Passage/South Shetland Islands
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DAY 4
Drake Passage/South Shetland Islands
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DAY 5
South Shetland Islands/Antarctic Peninsula
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DAY 6
South Shetland Islands/Antarctic Peninsula
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DAY 7
South Shetland Islands/Antarctic Peninsula
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DAY 8
South Shetland Islands/Antarctic Peninsula
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DAY 9
Drake Passage/Ushuaia
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DAY 10
Drake Passage/Ushuaia
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DAY 11
Ushuaia
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What’s Included

  • 9 nts aboard theExpedition
  • 1 nt hotel in Ushuaia, on a twin share basis
  • Arrival and departure transfers
  • Zodiac excursions with our expert expedition team
  • Lectures and educational programs
  • Waterproof boots supplied for USA sizes 4 - 16
  • Expedition parka.
Accommodations
  • Twin-share hotel (1 nt), aboard the Expedition in quad-, triple-, twin-share cabins, or suites (all with en suite bathrooms and porthole or window, 9 nts). Please note that all cabins consist of twin-size berths and are ocean-facing. Suites have one queen-size bed.
Meals
  • 10 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 9 dinners
Transportation
  • Expedition, Zodiac, private bus, walking.
Staff & experts
  • One expedition team member per 10 guests.

Antarctica Classic Departure Dates

All Years

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Wed, Mar 04 2026Sat, Mar 14 2026Open (21)$6,674.25 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Fri, Mar 13 2026Mon, Mar 23 2026Open (27)$6,089.3 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Mar 22 2026Wed, Apr 01 2026Open (18)$5,924.25 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Nov 22 2026Wed, Dec 02 2026Open (91)$9,359.1 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, Dec 12 2026Tue, Dec 22 2026Open (123)$9,434.15 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, Jan 02 2027Tue, Jan 12 2027Open (103)$10,709.1 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, Jan 30 2027Tue, Feb 09 2027Open (104)$10,079.1 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Thu, Mar 04 2027Sun, Mar 14 2027Open (122)$8,414.15 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, Mar 13 2027Tue, Mar 23 2027Open (120)$8,159.15 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Mon, Mar 22 2027Thu, Apr 01 2027Open (115)$7,829.1 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)

USEFUL INFO

9 nts aboard theExpedition. 1 nt hotel in Ushuaia, on a twin share basis. Arrival and departure transfers. Zodiac excursions with our expert expedition team. Lectures and educational programs. Waterproof boots supplied for USA sizes 4 - 16. Expedition parka.

Set foot on Antarctica — the world's least-visited continent, watch majestic albatross soar by the ship while crossing the Drake Passage, opt to brave the chill of a polar plunge, witness immense icebergs and magnificent glaciers, have your questions answered by Antarctica experts

The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.

VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.

While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips, visits to research stations depend on final permission.

Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.

This trip is assigned a Physical Rating of 2. It is accessible to most fitness levels and for those able to do extended walks and light hiking on various terrain. It is important to note that for landings in Antarctica we use Zodiacs and wet beach landings in what sometimes can be extreme environments. This will require you to be able to safely navigate ice and snow on uneven ground, to lift your leg over the side of a Zodiac and push yourself up, walk on wet, rocky beaches and stand throughout the landing with no place to sit. Our expedition team is there to assist you if needed but having good mobility is important for your safety and enjoyment. Please also note that the Expedition does not have an elevator and thus staircases must be used to move between decks, and depending on the weather the ship can sometimes find itself navigating rough and choppy sea conditions. For visual examples of the zodiac landings and activities please refer to the Excursions image gallery on the Expedition landing page here.

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