Journey to the Frozen Frontier
From Buenos Aires, Argentina To Buenos Aires, Argentina - 13 Nights

Package Details

Overview

Expedition Experiences I 2024 & 2025 Dates

Details

Itinerary:

Day 1 Buenos Aires, Argentina
Welcome to Buenos Aires! Sometimes called the ‘Paris of South America’, be swept away by the Argentinian capital’s grand boulevards, stunning architecture, and impeccable food scene. Wander through the opulent Recoleta Cemetery, explore the colourful La Boca neighbourhood and savour a steak dinner, complete with a glass of red. Enjoy an overnight hotel stay to explore this vibrant city plus a sightseeing tour of Tierra del Fuego.

Day 2 Buenos Aires – Ushuaia, Argentina
Be transferred from your hotel in Buenos Aires to the airport and enjoy a charter flight to Ushuaia. Be transferred from Ushuaia airport to the cruise port and embark your 10 day Antarctica Expedition cruise onboard Hurtigruten MS Fridtjof Nansen today.

Day 3-4 Drake Passage (Scenic Expedition Cruising)
Follow in the footsteps of the world’s most famous explorers while sailing the Drake Passage. Connecting Antarctica to the rest of the world, the Drake Passage is known for its high winds and strong currents, although it can also be eerily silent and still at times. Reflect on your incredible Antarctic expedition as you journey back towards the South American continent.

Day 5-9 Antarctica Pensinula (5 Day Immersive Experience – Zodiac Landings + Ice Treks + More)
The wild, frozen beauty of Antarctica is guaranteed to take your breath away. Spend several exciting days exploring possible landing sites on and around the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands. You may have the opportunity to sail into a flooded volcanic caldera, kayak among icebergs and seals or snowshoe to stunning viewpoints. Each day will offer something different.

Day 10-11 Drake Passage (Scenic Expedition Cruising)
Follow in the footsteps of the world’s most famous explorers while sailing the Drake Passage. Connecting Antarctica to the rest of the world, the Drake Passage is known for its high winds and strong currents, although it can also be eerily silent and still at times. Reflect on your incredible Antarctic expedition as you journey back towards the South American continent.

Day 12-13 Ushuaia – Buenos Aires, Argentina
Disembark MS Fridtjof Nansen in Ushuaia and be transferred to the airport. Enjoy a charter flight to Buenos Aires and enjoy a 2-night hotel stay to explore this city.

Day 14 Buenos Aires, Argentina
Farewell Argentina as you board your flight home or ask us about our flexible flights and extend your stay.

Inclusions

• Return international flights to Buenos Aires
• BONUS Return Charter Flights from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia
• BONUS 1 Night hotel stay to explore Buenos Aires at your leisure
• BONUS Transfer from hotel to the airport in Buenos Aires
• BONUS Transfer from airport to port in Ushuaia
• BONUS Sightseeing tour of Tierra del Fuego
• 10 Day Antarctica Expedition cruise onboard Hurtigruten MS Fridtjof Nansen in a polar outside stateroom
• Flavourful onboard dining across a range of complimentary venues, with exciting menus influenced by the destinations visited on your voyage
• Pair with your all-inclusive onboard beverages & wifi package
• Relax by taking advantage of onboard leisure facilities, including hot tubs, infinity pool, panoramic sauna and gym equipment
• Onboard prepaid gratuities
• Enrich your expedition experience with in-depth lectures and discussions delivered by experts on your Expedition Team
• Full use of The Science Center onboard your ship, complete with an extensive library and advanced biological and geological equipment
• Enjoy informal gatherings onboard with your Expedition Team, including daily recaps and preparation for your next adventure
• Get the best shot with specialised photography tips and techniques from the professional onboard photographer throughout your voyage
• Escorted landings via small expedition boats (zodiacs)
• Wildlife Viewing Opportunities and Escorted Nature Treks
• Expedition photographers on hand to assist in capturing once in a lifetime moments
• Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
• BONUS Port to airport transfer in Ushuaia
• BONUS 2 Night hotel stay to explore Buenos Aires at your leisure
• Use of specialist boots, trekking poles and all expedition equipment for activities ashore

5 Day Immersive Expedition Excursion:

• Camping in the Antarctic**
• Snowshoeing in Antarctic**
  Kayaking adventure**

**Expedition excursions are weather dependent**

Expedition Ship: MS Fridtjof Nansen
Explore the most spectacular corners of the globe onboard MS Fridtjof Nansen.

Room: Polar Outside Room 

• Upgrade to a Artic Superior High Deck Stateroom + $1999* per person
• Expedition Suite with Balcony Stateroom + $3999* per person

Terms

Price based on cruise sail date 11 March 2025

Extra charges apply for:

• 18 November 2024 ($1499pp)
• 17 January 2025 ($1499pp)

Additional dates available with seasonal surcharge – not all categories may be available on all dates

Price based on departing from Melbourne

Extra charges apply for:

• Sydney ($99pp)
• Brisbane ($399pp)
• Adelaide ($499pp)
• Perth ($1099pp)

2024 Departure rates based out of Sydney.
City surcharges may differ depending on seasonal rates

Prices are per person twin share in AUD, and subject to availability and currency fluctuations.
Pricing is subject to change until reservation is confirmed. Please note – Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions are subject to change and availability.
Seasonal and/or flight routing surcharges may apply. Flights may not be direct or operate daily. Disruptions to cruising and itinerary may occur.

Important – if your cruise holiday package is made up of consecutive back to back sailings, there is a chance that you may be allocated different cabin numbers on each voyage and may be required to change cabins throughout your journey.

Please note upgrade amounts advertised may be based on lead in obstructed view staterooms.

Please note – onboard benefits valued at has been converted into Australian Dollars from the onboard currency. Details of the onboard currency can be provided by your consultant at the time of enquiry. Shore excursions and other items such as alcoholic beverages & laundry are an additional cost. Should onboard gratuities or hotel service charges not already be included in your package, these are mandatory and charged by the cruise line to your onboard account on a day by day basis.
Itineraries are subject to change at any time without notice.

Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing.
Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking.

Please note: Flight deviations requested by the traveller incur a fee of $150AUD per person plus any additional airfare and or tax charges. These will be advised by our Cruise After Sales / Air Department at the time of selecting your flights

Please note that a majority of US based (including Hawaii) hotels impose a daily mandatory additional charge that is automatically added to your bill by the hotel. There are various inclusions provided for these resort fees. These fees are separate from, cannot be prepaid prior to arrival and are in addition to our advertised package.
Please note many European hotels charge a nominal daily City Tourist Tax which is utilised locally for tourism-related purposes and to improve the local infrastructure in the area. This tax is collected by the hotels directly from the customer and the amount can vary by region, hotel size or type. Local regulations state this must be collected by the hotel and cannot be prepaid.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you have checked the Visa requirements for all countries visited on this itinerary.
China, Russia, India, Canada, and the USA require visas to be arranged prior to sailing for all Australian passport holders.
For Non-Australian passport holders please check with the appropriate embassy.

** Low Deposit Policy
A second deposit (part payment) will be required/date & amount will be supplied by the consultant at the time of booking.

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