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THE ANTARCTIC DREAM
Day 1 Depart London Heathrow
Fly overnight from London with British Airways to Buenos Aires.
Day 2 Arrive Buenos Aires
Arrive in the morning where you will be met and transferred to the Sofitel Hotel.
Originally known as Santa Maria del Buen Ayre referring to the
‘good winds’ that bought sailors across the ocean in the 1500s,
Buenos Aires is a vibrant city with bustling streets, wide boulevards, leafy
parks and plazas. (N)
Day 3 Buenos Aires
Take a guided tour through this cosmopolitan city divided into barrios or
neighborhoods, each different, yet full of character. Visit the Plaza de Mayo,
the main square in the heart of the city, the bohemian quarter of San Telmo,
the colourful port area of La Boca and the famous Recoleta cemetery, where
Eva Peron is buried. (B)
Day 4 Buenos Aires to Ushuaia – by air
Transfer to the airport for your flight south to Ushuaia. Located on the island
of Tierra del Fuego in a wide bay, Ushuaia is the southernmost city in the
world and is the staging point for expeditions to Antarctica. In the afternoon
visit the old prison of Ushuaia and the fascinating Museum del Fin del. Stay
overnight at the Las Hayas Resort Hotel overlooking the Beagle Channel
outside of the town. (B)
Day 5 Depart Ushuaia - MV Antarctic Dream
Today you are at leisure to relax. Depart Ushuaia this evening on the MV Antarctic
Dream (Shackleton Deck). (B/L/D)
Day 6 Drake Passage
&
Day 7 Drake Passage
Spend the next two days sailing south through Drake Passage. (B/L/D)
Day 8 Aitcho Island
In the afternoon disembark at Aitcho Island the biggest island of the South
Shetlands. Continue with the crossing of the Bransfield and Gerlache Straits
to Neko Bay. (B/L/D)
Day 9 Antarctic Peninsula & Neko Bay
This morning explore Neko Bay, discovered by Belgian explorer Adrian de Gerlache
and Port Lockroy on Gaudier Island which was the principle base of the Tabarin
Operation of 1944. This is an excellent place for wildlife viewing with blue-eyed
shags, cape petrels, skuas, snowy sheathbills, leopard seals, orcas and mink
whales all regular visitors. (B/L/D)
Day 10 Pleneau & Petermann Island
Sail south through the narrow Lemaire Channel to Petermann Island, the most
southern land point of the expedition. Disembark and enjoy being in the company
of the colony of resident Gentoo penguins. The island is also home to a colony of
beautiful Adelei penguins, skuas and blue–eyed shags. (B/L/D)
Day 11 Deception Island, Whaler’s Bay & Pendulum Cove
This morning sail past Deception Island, the region’s largest active volcano, before
disembarking at Whaler’s Bay and Pendulum Cove for the chance to swim in the crystal
clear waters. Later visit Hannah Point on Livingstone Island which is home to Chinstrap
and Gentoo penguins, Wilson petrels, skuas, blue–eyed shags and, if lucky, sea elephants.
(B/L/D)
Day 12 Paradise Bay & Cuverville Island
Today marks the beginning of the return leg of the voyage. Stops will be made at both
Paradise Bay and Cuverville Island to not only witness the dramatic scenery but also
to visit one of the largest colonies of Gentoo penguins. (B/L/D)
Day 13 Drake Passage
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Day 14 Drake Passage
Today leave the Antarctic and head north back across the Drake Passage. (B/L/D)
Day 15 Ushuaia to Buenos Aires – by air
Arrive into Ushuaia after breakfast and transfer to Ushuaia Airport for your
flight back to Buenos Aires. Stay overnight the Sofitel Hotel. (B)
Day 16 Depart Buenos Aires
This afternoon return to Buenos Aires Airport to catch the British Airways
flight back to London Heathrow via Sao Paulo. (B)
Day 17 Arrive London Heathrow
Arrive London Heathrow in the morning
Please note that you should regard the above itinerary as a guide only. The exact route and program varies according to the weather conditions encountered. Flexibility is the key to success for all expeditions aboard the M/V Antarctic Dream.
In addition to the above 10 night sailing departing from Ushuaia the Antarctic Dream also offers a choice of 7 night ‘Fly & Sail’ expeditions to the Antarctic as follows:
Itinerary A
Day 1: Fly from Punta Arenas in Chile to King George Island and board the Antarctic Dream for
the next seven nights.
Day 2: Villa Esperanza & Brown Bluff
Day 3: Paulet Island & Astrolabe
Day 4: Cuverville, Paradise Bay and Port Lockroy
Day 5: Deception Island & Half Moon
Days 6–7: Sail across Drake Passage
Day 8: Arrive Ushuaia.
Itinerary B
Day 1: Embark from Ushuaia aboard the Antarctic Dream
Day 2–3: Sail across Drake Passage
Day 4: Villa Esperanza & Brown Bluff
Day 5: Paulet & Astrolabe
Day 6: Cuverville, Paradise Bay & Port Lockroy
Day 7: Deception Island & Half Moon
Day 8: Fly from the Fildes Peninsula to Punta Arenas in Chile
STAYING ON
Experience the historic colonial northwest Argentinean city of Salta, easily reached by air from Buenos Aires. Stay at the House of Jasmines, a beautiful ranch located on a 300 acre estate in the foothills of the Andes, which is the perfect base to explore the Cafayate Gorge and the charming town of Cafayate in a region noted for its wine making.
Wine lovers will be spoilt for choice in Argentina. The Vineyards of Mendoza, a direct flight from Buenos Aires, is an idyllic wine growing region at the foot of the Andes. From your base at the exclusive Cavas Wine Lodge take time to explore the natural beauty of the Andean foothills as well as the product it produces.
Planning your journey: We can design a unique journey to suit you as our tours are totally tailor made. By combining your own ideas with our knowledge and experience we can help you to create your own journey tailored exactly to your requirements Once you have formulated your ideas, or if you require some general or specific advice, please call us on 01892 515966 or simply send your ideas to pettitts@btconnect.com. On receipt of your enquiry we will provide you with a full written quotation together with our suggestions and recommendations.
A Guide to Price – DISCOVER THE WHITE CONTINENT ABOARD THE ANTARCTIC DREAM
Prices vary according to selected airlines, hotels and season, however, an indication to the current cost of this itinerary is from £10,240. All prices are per person and are based on a minimum of TWO persons travelling together and sharing a twin bedded room with meals as indicated. If you wish to travel alone we will be pleased to assist you with your arrangements and can provide a proposal on request.
Note: Meal Basis (N) = No Meal; (B) = Breakfast; (L) = Lunch; (D) = Dinner
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