Antarctica classic In depth

September 21, 2022/by Fede y Lucho

Antarctica classic In depth

» Antarctica

» Nov 11 2022 – Nov 23 2022 (13 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

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EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Ushuaia
Day 2 – Embarkation
Days 3 and 4 – Drake Passage/South Shetland Islands
Days 5 to 10 – South Shetland Islands/Antarctic Peninsula
Days 11 and 12 – Drake Passage
Day 13 – Ushuaia

Discover the the highlights of the Antarctic Peninsula in an extended voyage

SHIP

MS Expedition

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Camping
Kayaking

ACTIVITIES

Photography

MS EXPEDITION (Ph: David-Fletcher)

MS EXPEDITION (Ph: David-Fletcher)

Albatross Dining Room

Polar Bear Bar

Library

Category 5 suite

Category 4 cabin

Category 3 cabin

Category 2 cabin

Category 1 cabin

Mudroon

MS Expedition

Like our "Antarctica Classic" tour, this 13-day expedition introduces you to the magic of the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula, but adds on two additional days to better explore its majesty. Part of the reward of arriving in Antarctica is the challenge of negotiating the Drake Passage — and the G Expedition will bring you there safely. Encounter leopard seals lazing on ice floes and immense rookeries of penguins surrounded by towering glaciers. The G Expedition’s expert guides and lecturers offer knowledge and insight that really bring the nature and history of the region to life, creating the adventure of a lifetime.

INCLUDES

One pre-voyage night at hotel
11 nights abroad the G Expedition
Arrival and departure transfers
Zodiac excursions with an expert expedition team
Lectures and educational programs
Waterproof boots supplied for USA sizes 6-16
Expedition parka
12 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 11 dinners

EXCLUDES

Airfare
Visa and passport fees (if applicable)
Luggage and trip cancellation insurance
Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages (coffee, tea and water are free of charge)
Personal expenses such as laundry and onboard communication (telephone calls and e-mail service)
Emergency Evacuation Insurance to a minimum benefit of USD 200,000
Staff gratuities

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Antarctica – Discovery and learning voyage

September 7, 2022/by Fede y Lucho

Antarctica – Discovery and learning voyage

» Antarctica

» Dec 13 2022 – Dec 23 2022 (11 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

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EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
Days 2 and 3 – En-route to the Antarctic Peninsula
Days 4 to 7 – Antarctica
Day 8 – South Shetland Islands
Days 9 and 10 – En-route to Ushuaia
Day 11 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

SHIP

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Camping
Kayaking

ACTIVITIES

Hondius Falkland Islands

Hondius Antarctica

Hondius Junior Suite

Hondius Library

Hondius Observation Lounge

Hondius Quadruple Porthole

Hondius Suite

Hondius Superior

Hondius Triple Porthole

Hondius Twin Deluxe

Hondius Twin Porthole

Hondius Twin Window

This Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands cruise delivers you into a landscape of dark rugged rock, pure white snow, and a fantastic variety of wildlife. Come say hello to whales, seals, and thousands of penguins.

INCLUDES

Voyage aboard the indicated vessel as indicated in the itinerary
All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea
All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac
Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff
Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes
Luggage transfer from pick-up point to the vessel on the day of embarkation, in Ushuaia
Pre-scheduled group transfer from the vessel to the airport in Ushuaia (directly after disembarkation)
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme
Comprehensive pre-departure material

EXCLUDES

Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights
Pre- and post- land arrangements.
Passport and visa expenses.
Government arrival and departure taxes.
Meals ashore.
Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).
Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.
The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided).

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Antarctica – Discovery and learning voyage

September 7, 2022/by Fede y Lucho

Antarctica – Discovery and learning voyage

» Antarctica

» Dec 4 2022 – Dec 13 2022 (10 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
Days 2 and 3 – En-route to the Antarctic Peninsula
Days 4 to 7 – Antarctica
Days 8 and 9 – En-route to Ushuaia
Day 10 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

SHIP

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Camping
Kayaking

ACTIVITIES

Hondius Falkland Islands

Hondius Antarctica

Hondius Junior Suite

Hondius Library

Hondius Observation Lounge

Hondius Quadruple Porthole

Hondius Suite

Hondius Superior

Hondius Triple Porthole

Hondius Twin Deluxe

Hondius Twin Porthole

Hondius Twin Window

This cruise delivers you to wondrous landscapes found in one of the harshest environments on Earth. Meet the great stars of the Antarctic, the penguins, found in the thousands in a variety of curious species.

INCLUDES

Voyage aboard the indicated vessel as indicated in the itinerary
All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea
All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac
Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff
Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes
Luggage transfer from pick-up point to the vessel on the day of embarkation, in Ushuaia
Pre-scheduled group transfer from the vessel to the airport in Ushuaia (directly after disembarkation)
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme
Comprehensive pre-departure material

EXCLUDES

Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights
Pre- and post- land arrangements.
Passport and visa expenses.
Government arrival and departure taxes.
Meals ashore.
Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).
Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.
The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided).

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Antarctica – Basecamp

September 6, 2022/by Fede y Lucho

Antarctica – Basecamp

» Antarctica

» Nov 22 2022 – Dec 4 2022 (13 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
Days 2 and 3 – En-route to the Antarctic Peninsula
Days 4 to 11 – Antarctica
Days 11 and 12 – At sea en-route to Ushuaia
Day 13 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

SHIP

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Camping
Hiking
Kayaking
Mountaineering
Photography
Snowshoeing

Hondius Falkland Islands

Hondius Antarctica

Hondius Junior Suite

Hondius Library

Hondius Observation Lounge

Hondius Quadruple Porthole

Hondius Suite

Hondius Superior

Hondius Triple Porthole

Hondius Twin Deluxe

Hondius Twin Porthole

Hondius Twin Window

The Antarctic Peninsula Basecamp cruise offers you a myriad of ways to explore and enjoy the Antarctic Region. This expedition allows you to hike, snowshoe, kayak, go mountaineering, and even camp out under the Southern Polar skies.

INCLUDES

Voyage aboard the indicated vessel as indicated in the itinerary
All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea.
All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac.
Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes.
Luggage transfer from pick-up point to the vessel on the day of embarkation, in Ushuaia.
Pre-scheduled group transfer from the vessel to the airport in Ushuaia (directly after disembarkation).
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme.
Comprehensive pre-departure material.
During our “Basecamp” departures, all offered activities (including camping, kayaking, snowshoe/hiking, mountaineering, photo workshop) as well as our standard included shore excursions and zodiac cruises) are free of charge.

EXCLUDES

Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights
Pre- and post- land arrangements.
Passport and visa expenses.
Government arrival and departure taxes.
Meals ashore.
Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).
Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.
The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided).

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Falkland Islands – South Georgia – Antarctica

August 30, 2022/by Fede y Lucho

Falkland Islands – South Georgia – Antarctica

» Antarctica

» Nov 2 2022 – Nov 22 2022 (21 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

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EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Puerto Madryn
Days 2 and 3 – At sea
Day 4 – West Falklands
Day 5 – Port Stanley
Days 6 and 7 – At sea
Days 8 to 11 – South Georgia
Days 12 to 14 – At sea
Days 15 to 18 – Antarctic Peninsula
Days 19 and 20 – Drake Passage
Day 21 – Ushuaia

Mingle on beaches with thousands of rockhopper, gentoo and king penguins and discover the island where Shackleton spent his last days

SHIP

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Diving

ACTIVITIES

Hondius Falkland Islands

Hondius Antarctica

Hondius Junior Suite

Hondius Library

Hondius Observation Lounge

Hondius Quadruple Porthole

Hondius Suite

Hondius Superior

Hondius Triple Porthole

Hondius Twin Deluxe

Hondius Twin Porthole

Hondius Twin Window

This Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and Antarctic Peninsula cruise is an animal-lover’s dream come true. The expedition explores one of the last untamed areas on Earth – a land of ruggedly beautiful landscapes and amazingly varied wildlife.

INCLUDES

Return regional flights to the port of embarkation and/or disembarkation (where specified)
Group return transfers from the airport to the cruise port (via our included accommodation where applicable)
One night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast in a 4/5-star hotel or onboard
All meals onboard
24-hour room service
Coffee, tea, soft drinks and selected alcoholic beverages available 24-hours per day
Lecture programmes by our experienced expedition team and guest speakers
Standard WiFi
Onboard gratuities and port taxes
One selected shore excursion/expedition activity per port of call
Branded Swan Hellenic expedition parka and use of rubber boots in Polar Regions
Itineraries are correct at time of publishing and may be subject to change

EXCLUDES

Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights
Pre- and post- land arrangements.
Passport and visa expenses.
Government arrival and departure taxes.
Meals ashore.
Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).
Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.
The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided).

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Beyond the Antarctic Circle

August 27, 2022/by Fede y Lucho

Beyond the Antarctic Circle

» Antarctica

» Feb 21 2023 – Mar 5 2023 (13 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Ushuaia
Days 2 and 3 – At sea
Day 5 – Marguerite Bay
Days 6 to 9 – Antarctic Peninsula
Day 10 – South Shetland Islands
Days 11 and 12 – At sea
Day 13 – Ushuaia

Crossing the Antarctic Circle trips includes in-depth exploration of the Antarctic Peninsula and the opportunity to venture as far south as 66°33´S.

SHIP

SH Vega

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Embark on this adventure trip of a lifetime on board our boutique ice-class expedition ship. Our once-in-a-lifetime trip provides you with the best of an Antarctica cruise combined with the unique flora and fauna of The South Shetland Islands. Test your mettle as you cross the notorious Drake Passage to reach the world’s most beautiful ice-filled waters where magnificent icebergs creak and breaching minke and humpback whales swim gracefully. Breathe in the icy air on this life-changing voyage across the southern seas and capture memories in your mind that will last a lifetime.

Itinerary Outline

INCLUDES

Return regional flights to the port of embarkation and/or disembarkation (where specified)
Group return transfers from the airport to the cruise port (via our included accommodation where applicable)
One night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast in a 4/5-star hotel or onboard
All meals onboard
24-hour room service
Coffee, tea, soft drinks and selected alcoholic beverages available 24-hours per day
Lecture programmes by our experienced expedition team and guest speakers
Standard WiFi
Onboard gratuities and port taxes
One selected shore excursion/expedition activity per port of call
Branded Swan Hellenic expedition parka and use of rubber boots in Polar Regions
Itineraries are correct at time of publishing and may be subject to change

EXCLUDES

Everything not listed in inclusions

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Beyond the Antarctic Circle

August 27, 2022/by Fede y Lucho

Beyond the Antarctic Circle

» Antarctica

» Feb 9 2023 – Feb 21 2023 (13 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Ushuaia
Days 2 and 3 – At sea
Day 5 – Marguerite Bay
Days 6 to 9 – Antarctic Peninsula
Day 10 – South Shetland Islands
Days 11 and 12 – At sea
Day 13 – Ushuaia

Crossing the Antarctic Circle trips includes in-depth exploration of the Antarctic Peninsula and the opportunity to venture as far south as 66°33´S.

SHIP

SH Vega

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Embark on this adventure trip of a lifetime on board our boutique ice-class expedition ship. Our once-in-a-lifetime trip provides you with the best of an Antarctica cruise combined with the unique flora and fauna of The South Shetland Islands. Test your mettle as you cross the notorious Drake Passage to reach the world’s most beautiful ice-filled waters where magnificent icebergs creak and breaching minke and humpback whales swim gracefully. Breathe in the icy air on this life-changing voyage across the southern seas and capture memories in your mind that will last a lifetime.

Itinerary Outline

INCLUDES

Return regional flights to the port of embarkation and/or disembarkation (where specified)
Group return transfers from the airport to the cruise port (via our included accommodation where applicable)
One night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast in a 4/5-star hotel or onboard
All meals onboard
24-hour room service
Coffee, tea, soft drinks and selected alcoholic beverages available 24-hours per day
Lecture programmes by our experienced expedition team and guest speakers
Standard WiFi
Onboard gratuities and port taxes
One selected shore excursion/expedition activity per port of call
Branded Swan Hellenic expedition parka and use of rubber boots in Polar Regions
Itineraries are correct at time of publishing and may be subject to change

EXCLUDES

Everything not listed in inclusions

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Weddell Sea & Antarctic Peninsula

August 27, 2022/by Fede y Lucho

Weddell Sea & Antarctic Peninsula

» Antarctica

» Jan 29 2023 – Feb 9 2023 (12 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Ushuaia
Days 2 and 3 – At sea
Days 4 and 5 – Antarctic Sound & Weddell Sea
Days 6 to 8 – Antarctic Peninsula
Day 9 – South Shetland Islands
Days 10 and 11 – At sea
Day 12 – Ushuaia

Compare monumental icebergs in the Gerlache Strait and Antarctic Sound as you head to the Weddell Sea

SHIP

SH Vega

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Fulfil your dreams on this bucket-list cruise aboard our boutique expedition ship and experience epic landscapes and phenomenal wildlife on a life-changing adventure. This voyage takes you across the notorious Drake Passage straight to the frozen Antarctic Peninsula where you discover mesmerising icy scenes of both the Gerlache Strait and exceptionally beautiful Antarctic Sound. You will step ashore onto beaches crammed with penguins for fabulous photo opportunities before returning via the South Shetland Islands. This unforgettable journey will leave you with remarkable tales of how you achieved your life goal by visiting one of the most remote places on the planet.

Itinerary Outline

INCLUDES

Return regional flights to the port of embarkation and/or disembarkation (where specified)
Group return transfers from the airport to the cruise port (via our included accommodation where applicable)
One night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast in a 4/5-star hotel or onboard
All meals onboard
24-hour room service
Coffee, tea, soft drinks and selected alcoholic beverages available 24-hours per day
Lecture programmes by our experienced expedition team and guest speakers
Standard WiFi
Onboard gratuities and port taxes
One selected shore excursion/expedition activity per port of call
Branded Swan Hellenic expedition parka and use of rubber boots in Polar Regions
Itineraries are correct at time of publishing and may be subject to change

EXCLUDES

Everything not listed in inclusions

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Antarctic Peninsula

August 27, 2022/by Fede y Lucho

Antarctic Peninsula

» Antarctica

» Jan 19 2023 – Jan 29 2023 (11 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Ushuaia
Days 2 and 3 – At sea
Day 4 – South Shetland Islands
Days 5 to 7 – Antarctic Peninsula
Day 8 – South Shetland Islands
Days 9 and 10 – At sea
Day 11 – Ushuaia

This voyage gives you the best of the stunning Antarctic Peninsula

SHIP

SH Vega

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Embark on this adventure trip of a lifetime on board our boutique ice-class expedition ship. Our once-in-a-lifetime trip provides you with the best of an Antarctica cruise combined with the unique flora and fauna of The South Shetland Islands. Test your mettle as you cross the notorious Drake Passage to reach the world’s most beautiful ice-filled waters where magnificent icebergs creak and breaching minke and humpback whales swim gracefully. Breathe in the icy air on this life-changing voyage across the southern seas and capture memories in your mind that will last a lifetime.

INCLUDES

Return regional flights to the port of embarkation and/or disembarkation (where specified)
Group return transfers from the airport to the cruise port (via our included accommodation where applicable)
One night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast in a 4/5-star hotel or onboard
All meals onboard
24-hour room service
Coffee, tea, soft drinks and selected alcoholic beverages available 24-hours per day
Lecture programmes by our experienced expedition team and guest speakers
Standard WiFi
Onboard gratuities and port taxes
One selected shore excursion/expedition activity per port of call
Branded Swan Hellenic expedition parka and use of rubber boots in Polar Regions
Itineraries are correct at time of publishing and may be subject to change

EXCLUDES

Everything not listed in inclusions

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Antarctic Peninsula

August 27, 2022/by Fede y Lucho

Antarctic Peninsula

» Antarctica

» Dec 29 2022 – Jan 8 2023 (11 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

summary·description·itinerary·includes·excludes

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1 – Ushuaia
Days 2 and 3 – At sea
Day 4 – South Shetland Islands
Days 5 to 7 – Antarctic Peninsula
Day 8 – South Shetland Islands
Days 9 and 10 – At sea
Day 11 – Ushuaia

This voyage gives you the best of the stunning Antarctic Peninsula

SHIP

SH Vega

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Embark on this adventure trip of a lifetime on board our boutique ice-class expedition ship. Our once-in-a-lifetime trip provides you with the best of an Antarctica cruise combined with the unique flora and fauna of The South Shetland Islands. Test your mettle as you cross the notorious Drake Passage to reach the world’s most beautiful ice-filled waters where magnificent icebergs creak and breaching minke and humpback whales swim gracefully. Breathe in the icy air on this life-changing voyage across the southern seas and capture memories in your mind that will last a lifetime.

INCLUDES

Return regional flights to the port of embarkation and/or disembarkation (where specified)
Group return transfers from the airport to the cruise port (via our included accommodation where applicable)
One night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast in a 4/5-star hotel or onboard
All meals onboard
24-hour room service
Coffee, tea, soft drinks and selected alcoholic beverages available 24-hours per day
Lecture programmes by our experienced expedition team and guest speakers
Standard WiFi
Onboard gratuities and port taxes
One selected shore excursion/expedition activity per port of call
Branded Swan Hellenic expedition parka and use of rubber boots in Polar Regions
Itineraries are correct at time of publishing and may be subject to change

EXCLUDES

Everything not listed in inclusions

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