Weddell Sea

Antarctica – Discovery and Learning Voyage

Antarctica – Discovery and Learning Voyage

» Antarctica

» Dec 7 2023Dec 17 2023 (11 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

  • Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
  • Days 2 and 3 – Crossing the Drake Passage
  • Days 4 to 7 – Exploring Antarctica
  • Day 8 – South Shetland
  • Days 9 and 10 – Crossing the Drake Passage
  • Day 11 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

Contact Us

SHIP

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Hondius Falkland Islands

Hondius Antarctica

Hondius Junior Suite

Hondius Junior Suite

Hondius Library

Hondius Library

Hondius Observation Lounge

Hondius Observation Lounge

Hondius Quadruple Porthole

Hondius Quadruple Porthole

Hondius Suite

Hondius Suite

Hondius Superior

Hondius Superior

Hondius Triple Porthole

Hondius Triple Porthole

Hondius Twin Deluxe

Hondius Twin Deluxe

Hondius Twin Porthole

Hondius Twin Porthole

Hondius Twin Window

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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Humpback whale, Antarctica

Antarctica – Basecamp

Antarctica – Basecamp

» Antarctica

» Nov 25 2023Dec 7 2023 (13 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

  • Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
  • Days 2 and 3 – Crossing the Drake Passage
  • Days 4 to 10 – Exploring Antarctica
  • Days 11 and 12 – Crossing the Drake Passage
  • Day 13 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

Contact Us

SHIP

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Camping
Hiking
Kayaking
Mountaineering
Photography
Snowshoeing

Hondius Falkland Islands

Hondius Antarctica

Hondius Junior Suite

Hondius Junior Suite

Hondius Library

Hondius Library

Hondius Observation Lounge

Hondius Observation Lounge

Hondius Quadruple Porthole

Hondius Quadruple Porthole

Hondius Suite

Hondius Suite

Hondius Superior

Hondius Superior

Hondius Triple Porthole

Hondius Triple Porthole

Hondius Twin Deluxe

Hondius Twin Deluxe

Hondius Twin Porthole

Hondius Twin Porthole

Hondius Twin Window

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.

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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Gentoo penguin, Antarctica

Antarctica – Basecamp

Antarctica – Basecamp

» Antarctica

» Nov 13 2023Nov 25 2023 (13 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

  • Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
  • Days 2 and 3 – Crossing the Drake Passage
  • Days 4 to 10 – Exploring Antarctica
  • Days 11 and 12 – Crossing the Drake Passage
  • Day 13 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

Contact Us

SHIP

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Camping
Hiking
Kayaking
Mountaineering
Photography
Snowshoeing

Hondius Falkland Islands

Hondius Antarctica

Hondius Junior Suite

Hondius Junior Suite

Hondius Library

Hondius Library

Hondius Observation Lounge

Hondius Observation Lounge

Hondius Quadruple Porthole

Hondius Quadruple Porthole

Hondius Suite

Hondius Suite

Hondius Superior

Hondius Superior

Hondius Triple Porthole

Hondius Triple Porthole

Hondius Twin Deluxe

Hondius Twin Deluxe

Hondius Twin Porthole

Hondius Twin Porthole

Hondius Twin Window

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.

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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king penguin chicks

Malvinas/Falkland Islands – South Georgia – Antarctica. Puerto Madryn to Ushuaia

Malvinas/Falkland Islands – South Georgia – Antarctica. Puerto Madryn to Ushuaia

» Antarctica

» Oct 24 2023Nov 13 2023 (21 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Puerto Madryn

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

  • Day 1 – Embarkation in Puerto Madryn
  • Days 2 and 3 – At Sea
  • Days 4 and 5 – Malvinas/Falkland Islands
  • Days 6 and 7 – At Sea
  • Days 8 to 11 – South Georgia
  • Day 12 – At Sea
  • Day 13 – South Orkney
  • Days 14 to 18 – Exploring Antarctica
  • Days 19 and 20 – Crossing the Drake Passage
  • Day 21 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

Contact Us

SHIP

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Hondius Falkland Islands

Hondius Antarctica

Hondius Junior Suite

Hondius Junior Suite

Hondius Library

Hondius Library

Hondius Observation Lounge

Hondius Observation Lounge

Hondius Quadruple Porthole

Hondius Quadruple Porthole

Hondius Suite

Hondius Suite

Hondius Superior

Hondius Superior

Hondius Triple Porthole

Hondius Triple Porthole

Hondius Twin Deluxe

Hondius Twin Deluxe

Hondius Twin Porthole

Hondius Twin Porthole

Hondius Twin Window

Hondius Twin Window

A cruise to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia & the Antarctic Peninsula. Visit some of the most beautiful arrays of wildlife on Earth. This journey will introduce you to at least 6 species of penguin and a whole lot of Antarctic fur seals!

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 – Polar Circle – Deep South Discovery Voyage

Antarctica – Polar Circle – Deep South Discovery Voyage

» Antarctica

» Mar 16 2024Mar 29 2024 (14 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

  • Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
  • Days 2 and 3 – Crossing the Drake Passage
  • Days 4 to 08 – Exploring Antarctica 
  • Days 09 to 11 – Crossing the Circle
  • Days 12 and 13 – Crossing the Drake Passage
  • Day 14 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

Contact Us

SHIP

Ortelius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

Diving

ACTIVITIES

Superior

Twin Deluxe

Twin Window

Twin Porthole Deck 3

Twin Porthole Deck 4

Twin Porthole

Quadruple Porthole

This Polar Circle and Antarctic Peninsula cruise will take you further south of Antarctica, crossing the Polar Circe. This expedition cruise passes through waters travelled by Humpback, Minke and Fin whales. Anchoring in various spots around the region, the expedition offers the chance to hike, and dive in the iceberg-heavy waters.

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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Gentoo penguin, Antarctica

Antarctica – Basecamp

Antarctica – Basecamp

» Antarctica

» Mar 4 2024Mar 16 2024 (13 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

  • Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
  • Days 2 and 3 – Crossing the Drake Passage
  • Days 4 to 10 – Exploring Antarctica
  • Days 11 and 12 – Crossing the Drake Passage
  • Day 13 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

Contact Us

SHIP

Ortelius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Camping
Hiking
Kayaking
Mountaineering
Photography
Snowshoeing

Superior

Twin Deluxe

Twin Window

Twin Porthole Deck 3

Twin Porthole Deck 4

Twin Porthole

Quadruple Porthole

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.

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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South Georgia

Malvinas – South Georgia – Antarctica

Malvinas – South Georgia – Antarctica

» Antarctica

» Feb 2 2024Feb 21 2024 (20 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

  • Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
  • Day 2 – At Sea
  • Days 3 and 5 – Malvinas/Falkland Islands
  • Days 6 and 7 – At Sea
  • Days 8 to 11 – South Georgia
  • Day 12 – At Sea
  • Day 13 – South Orkney
  • Days 14 to 17 – Exploring Antarctica
  • Days 18 and 19 – Crossing the Drake Passage
  • Day 20 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

Contact Us

SHIP

Ortelius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Superior

Twin Deluxe

Twin Window

Twin Porthole Deck 3

Twin Porthole Deck 4

Twin Porthole

Quadruple Porthole

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

  • 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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Weddell Sea

Antarctica – Discovery and Learning Voyage

Antarctica – Discovery and Learning Voyage

» Antarctica

» Jan 5 2024Jan 15 2024 (11 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

  • Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
  • Days 2 and 3 – Crossing the Drake Passage
  • Days 4 to 7 – Exploring Antarctica
  • Day 8 – South Shetland
  • Days 9 and 10 – Crossing the Drake Passage
  • Day 11 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

Contact Us

SHIP

Ortelius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Superior

Twin Deluxe

Twin Window

Twin Porthole Deck 3

Twin Porthole Deck 4

Twin Porthole

Quadruple Porthole

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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gentoo penguins

Antarctica – Basecamp

Antarctica – Basecamp

» Antarctica

» Dec 24 2023Jan 5 2024 (13 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

  • Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
  • Days 2 and 3 – Crossing the Drake Passage
  • Days 4 to 10 – Exploring Antarctica
  • Days 11 and 12 – Crossing the Drake Passage
  • Day 13 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

Contact Us

SHIP

Ortelius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Camping
Hiking
Kayaking
Mountaineering
Photography
Snowshoeing

Superior

Twin Deluxe

Twin Window

Twin Porthole Deck 3

Twin Porthole Deck 4

Twin Porthole

Quadruple Porthole

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.

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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Humpback whale, Antarctica

Antarctica – Basecamp

Antarctica – Basecamp

» Antarctica

» Dec 12 2023Dec 24 2023 (13 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: Ushuaia

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

  • Day 1 – Embarkation in Ushuaia
  • Days 2 and 3 – Crossing the Drake Passage
  • Days 4 to 10 – Exploring Antarctica
  • Days 11 and 12 – Crossing the Drake Passage
  • Day 13 – Disembarkation in Ushuaia

Contact Us

SHIP

Ortelius

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Camping
Hiking
Kayaking
Mountaineering
Photography
Snowshoeing

Superior

Twin Deluxe

Twin Window

Twin Porthole Deck 3

Twin Porthole Deck 4

Twin Porthole

Quadruple Porthole

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.

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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