2 Weeks Ultimate Antarctica Cruise Tour | Tailored Travel Experience

Language

Touring with Guides (English and Chinese)

Transportation

Air-conditioned bus and location pick-up available.

Entrance Admission

Some entrance fees included

Physical Rating

Walking, some steps and time on your feet.

Group Tour

Max Group Size: 24

12D11N Ultimate Antarctica Expedition Experience with Brand New Cruise - Ocean Victory

Tour Code: XXXX

Tour Type: Group Tour (Private Tours available, please contact us for more info)

Duration: 12 Days 11 Nights

Departure From: Sydney

Departure Date: 18 Jan 25

Destinations: Sydney > Buenos Aires > Ushuaia > South Shetland Islands > Drake Passage.

Set sail on a brand-new luxury cruise ship launched in June 2023! Explore the breathtaking Antarctic Peninsula with thrilling landings and scenic cruising. Experience the ultimate adventure by taking a polar plunge in the icy waters of Antarctica. Journey from the vibrant streets of Buenos Aires to the stunning landscapes of Ushuaia, the South Shetland Islands, and the legendary Drake Passage. Get ready for an unforgettable expedition!

Tour Highlights:

A brand-new luxury cruise ship launched in June 2023
Landing and cruising on the Antarctic Peninsula
The most modern small expedition cruise ship available
Experience a polar plunge in the icy waters of the Antarctic Peninsula

Day 1 - January 18, 2025: Sydney to Buenos Aires

Meals: Self-arranged
Arrive at the airport three hours early for your international flight to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for rest.
Accommodation: Local 5-star hotel

Day 2 - January 19, 2025: Buenos Aires to Ushuaia

Meals: Hotel breakfast, lunch, and dinner (self-arranged)
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for a domestic flight to Ushuaia. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for rest.
Accommodation: Local 3-4 star hotel

Day 3 - January 20, 2025: Ushuaia

Meals: Self-arranged
After breakfast, enjoy free time for independent activities.
Accommodation: Same as previous night

Day 4 - January 21, 2025: Ushuaia - Embarkation Day

Meals: Cruise dinner
Head to the port independently. Board the Ocean Albatros cruise ship with assistance from the Albatros Expeditions team. Enjoy a welcome drink and briefing from the expedition leader. Participate in a maritime safety drill. Have dinner as the captain sails the ship into the Beagle Channel.
Accommodation: Ocean Albatros cruise ship

Day 5 - January 22, 2025: Crossing Drake Passage

Meals: Cruise breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Experience a day and a half of sailing across the Drake Passage, known for its treacherous conditions. Participate in lectures on Antarctic biology, geology, and climate. Look out for floating ice, icebergs, seabirds, and whales.
Accommodation: Ocean Albatros cruise ship

Days 6-8 - January 23-25, 2025: South Shetland Islands

Meals: Cruise breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Land on the wildlife-rich South Shetland Islands, home to penguins, seals, and breeding seabirds. Enjoy Zodiac excursions to encounter marine life. Landings and activities will depend on weather and ice conditions.
Accommodation: Ocean Albatros cruise ship

Days 9-10 - January 26-27, 2025: Antarctic Peninsula

Meals: Cruise breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Marvel at the stunning wildlife as you approach the Antarctic Peninsula. Look for penguin colonies, seals, and whales. If weather permits, participate in a "Polar Plunge" challenge. Landings and activities will depend on weather and ice conditions.
Accommodation: Ocean Albatros cruise ship

Days 11-12 - January 28-29, 2025: At Sea

Meals: Cruise breakfast, lunch, and dinner
As you sail northward, cross the Drake Passage again. Capture memorable moments with fellow travelers while enjoying the stunning scenery.
Accommodation: Ocean Albatros cruise ship

Day 13 - January 30, 2025: Arrival in Ushuaia - Buenos Aires

Meals: Cruise breakfast
After breakfast, disembark in Ushuaia and say goodbye to the crew and expedition team. Transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for rest.
Accommodation: Local 5-star hotel

Day 14 - January 31, 2025: Buenos Aires - Sydney

Meals: Breakfast and lunch provided
After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of Buenos Aires, visiting notable sites such as Avenida 9 de Julio, the Boca district, the Presidential Palace, Plaza de Mayo, and more. After lunch, transfer to the airport for your international flight back to Sydney.

Day 15 - February 1, 2025: Arrival in Sydney

Arrive back in Sydney, concluding your unforgettable Antarctic adventure.

Adult (Ages 13+)

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Child (Ages 5-12)

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Infant (Ages 0-4)

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What's Included

Round-trip economy class airfare from Sydney to Buenos Aires to Ushuaia and back to Sydney
2 nights' accommodation in a 5-star hotel in Buenos Aires
2 nights' accommodation in a 3-4 star hotel in Ushuaia
Transportation and meals as specified in the itinerary
Onboard the Ocean Albatros:
9 nights and 10 days of Antarctic voyage (single berth in the cabin)
All meals onboard: breakfast, lunch, and dinner (from the first day’s dinner to the last day’s breakfast)
Complimentary coffee, tea, and afternoon tea during the cruise
English-speaking expedition team (briefings and lectures in English)
Landings or Zodiac cruising activities (weather and ice conditions permitting)
Complimentary outdoor expedition jacket (yours to keep)
Rental of boots suitable for shore landings (boots cannot be taken home)
Welcome and farewell cocktails onboard
Post-cruise digital visual log link, including voyage logs, photos, species lists, etc.
Lubricant, fuel surcharge, port fees, pilot fees, and IAATO fees

Not Included:
✗  Personal expenses, internet fees, travel insurance, trip cancellation insurance, and visa fees for the destination country
✗  Meals not specified in the itinerary
✗  Optional short trips and activities (e.g., kayaking and snowshoeing)
✗  Single occupancy surcharge in double cabins and cabin upgrade fees
✗  Costs related to delays, loss, or damage to luggage during check-in due to third-party reasons
✗  Additional expenses due to force majeure (including but not limited to natural disasters, war, strikes) or airline flight delays or cancellations, consulate visa delays, etc. The company reserves the right to cancel or modify the itinerary in such cases.
✗  Any additional costs incurred (e.g., extension visa fees, accommodation fees, meal costs, transportation fees, adjustments in national airfare, etc.) may result in additional charges by the company.
✗  Any costs not mentioned under "Price Includes"
✗  Transportation and Chinese-speaking guide will not be provided during self-arranged time in Buenos Aires and Ushuaia

Total Gratuities (including onboard tips):
- AUD 350 per person (to be paid in full when booking the tour)
Buenos Aires Tango Show with Dinner:
- AUD 200 per person (please book with the tour reservation)
Itinerary Changes:
- All itineraries are subject to change based on actual circumstances without further notice.
- The company reserves the right to cancel or modify the itinerary before or after departure due to insufficient numbers, weather conditions, road closures, or pandemic-related reasons.
- The company may shorten or extend the trip and retains final decision-making authority.
- Groups may be combined, and tourists must follow the guide's arrangements.
Liability:
- The company is not liable for safety issues arising from services provided by third-party partners (transportation companies, cruise lines, hotels, tourist attractions).
- The safety of the group is the direct responsibility of the relevant partners.
- The company provides communication and coordination services only.
- Travelers are strongly advised to purchase travel insurance, including medical coverage.
Cancellation Policy:
- The company assumes no responsibility for additional expenses or cancellations due to personal reasons, strikes, weather, political factors, war, natural disasters, oil price increases, or other uncontrollable factors.
- Travelers must read the Albatros Cruise Ticket Terms & Conditions. Payment of the deposit indicates acceptance of these terms.
- A non-refundable deposit of AUD 3,000 is required within 7 days of booking; failure to pay will result in cancellation.
- Travelers must complete the registration form, provide a passport copy, and sign to confirm the booking.
- Deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable to another tour or group.
Payment Schedule:
- 50% of the total amount must be paid 180 days before departure.
- 100% of the total amount must be paid 120 days before departure.
Cancellation Fees:
- AUD 3,000 deposit per person is non-refundable for any reason.
- If cancellation occurs 179 days before departure: 50% of the tour fee per person is deducted.
- If cancellation occurs 119 days before departure: 100% of the tour fee per person is deducted.

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