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Antarctica Cruise - The Peninsula
14 days - Prices $7,995 to $16,195
Departures:
12/10/2009 12/19/2009 12/29/2009 1/8/2010 1/18/2010 1/28/2010
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Corinthian II
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One of the more comfortable smaller vessels traveling to Antarctica. Expect luxury accommodation, knowledgeable guides, & a well planned program.
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Rates:
$7,995 to $16,195
Summary:
Sail aboard all-suite vessel Corinthian II, one of the most luxurious small ships cruising the Antarctic waters. Your expedition leaders are among the most experienced in the field, and your resident naturalists and scientists comprise a truly astonishing assortment of expertise and intellect. Beginning and ending in Buenos Aires, this expedition includes five full days exploring the Antarctic Peninsula region, a high level of comfort and an unrushed quality itinerary.
12/10/2009 Departure: This voyage is one day shorter (13 days), spending one less day exploring the Peninsula.
12/23/2010 Departure: This voyage is one day longer (15 days), spending two pre-cruise nights in Buenos Aires instead of one--for New Years!
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Itinerary
Day 1: Depart USA
Depart from the United States for Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Day 2: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Arrive in Buenos Aires and transfer to the Palacio Duhan - Park Hyatt hotel for the night. The remainder of the day is at leisure to relax after the flight or to explore Buenos Aires on your own.
Day 3: Buenos Aires / Ushuaia / Embarkation
Fly from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, a small Patagonian city set on the Beagle Channel and surrounded by the Darwin Cordillera, glaciers, and forests of southern beech. Upon arrival, transfer to Corinthian II. As Corinthian II navigates the Beagle Channel, enjoy a spectacular vista of glaciers and green-misted mountains.
Days 4-5: At Sea
Attend lectures by naturalists and study leaders as Corinthian II sails through the Drake Passage and crosses the Antarctic Convergence, where the cold waters of the Southern Ocean override the warmer waters to the north. Albatross and cape petrels are among the birds that accompany the ship on its passage.
Days 6-10: Exploring the Antarctic Peninsula
Enjoy five days exploring the pristine wilderness of the Antarctic Peninsula and surrounding islands. The Peninsula is a narrow finger of land that separates the ice-choked waters of the Weddell and Bellingshausen Seas. As Corinthian II sails through scenic waterways, witness a breathtaking panorama of icebergs, blue glaciers, and jagged, snowcapped mountains. Aboard the ship?s fleet of Zodiacs, cruise among ice floes, land at penguin rookeries, and visit with scientists at research stations. Although the itinerary varies according to local ice and wind conditions, you may land at such places as Petermann Island, where humpback and minke whales are often sighted offshore; Paradise Bay, the habitat of gentoo and chinstrap penguins and leopard and Weddell seals; and Deception Island, known for its volcanically heated hot springs. Voyages through the magnificent Lemaire, Neumayer, Errata, and other protected channels are also scheduled?never to be forgotten.
Days 11-12: At Sea
Watch for whales and seabirds, enjoy onboard lectures and the amenities of the ship as Corinthian II makes the 600-mile return trip to Ushuaia.
Day 13: Ushuaia, Argentina / Disembarkation / Buenos Aires
Disembark in Ushuaia and transfer to the airport for the flight to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival in Buenos Aires, connect with flights to the United States.
Day 14: USA
Arrive in the United States.
Notes:
12/10/2009 Departure: This voyage is one day shorter (13 days), spending one less day exploring the Peninsula.
Included:
Ten-night cruise aboard the all-suite, 114-guest Corinthian II; One night hotel stay at the Palacio Duhan - Park Hyatt Buenos Aires hotel; Round-trip group flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia; Full program of excursions as described in the accompanying itinerary; Welcome and farewell receptions aboard ship, hosted by the captain; All meals aboard ship with house wine, beer, and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner; Open bar aboard ship throughout the cruise; Physician aboard ship; Educational program of lectures and discussions with accompanying guest lecturers and onboard naturalist guides; Expedition parka, complete pre-departure materials, and detailed cruise log; the ship?s expedition leader, cruise staff, and trip directors; Baggage handling and transfers abroad on the designated program departure and arrival dates; Embarkation taxes and port dues; Gratuities to porters, guides, and drivers.
Not Included:
Airfare (other than the designated group flights between Buenos Aires and Ushuaia); visas; passports; luggage, cancellation and accident insurance; personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, faxes, and email/Internet service; and gratuities to shipboard personnel.
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