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Antarctic Express: Fly The Drake

An expeditious voyage to the awe-inspiring Antarctic Peninsula maximizing exploration by skipping the Drake Passage crossing.
Starting at:
Per Person
$ 15,339
Up to 26% savings
Length
8 Days
Embark
Punta Arenas
Disembark
Punta Arenas
Starting at:
Per Person
$ 15,339
Up to 26% savings

Highlights

  • Fly over the Drake Passage and experience the fastest, most direct way to Antarctica.
  • Spot iconic Antarctic wildlife, such as penguins, seals and whales.
  • Enjoy presentations on wildlife, history, glaciology & geology by our onboard polar experts.

Answer the call of Antarctica by flying over the notorious Drake Passage by charter plane to land at King George Island before exploring the Antarctic Peninsula by ship. In just 8 adventure-packed days, you’ll experience rewarding shore visits and Zodiac excursions, marvel at intimate wildlife encounters, explore historic sites and make the most of your landmark visit to the 7th Continent. Select from a range of adventure options and onboard activities that match your personal interests and make your expedition uniquely yours.

Indulge in a variety of unforgettable experiences, from exhilarating Zodiac cruises amidst whales and icebergs to invigorating hikes to witness bustling penguin rookeries. From the resounding crack of calving glaciers and the thrilling presence of apex predators like leopard seals and orcas. each day brings a new sense of wonder. Anticipation fills the air, fueling your eagerness to explore the untamed beauty that awaits in this unparalleled travel experience. Antarctica, with its indescribable allure, holds a unique place in the world, captivating the senses and leaving an indelible imprint that can only be fully comprehended through personal immersion.

Itinerary Day to Day

Day 1

Arriva in Punta Arenas, Chile

Your adventure begins in Punta Arenas, Chile, the most populated city in southern Patagonia. If you arrive early, there are many museums, restaurants and shops to keep you busy for days. By early afternoon, a cruise representative will meet you at the official starting point hotel, where you’ll enjoy a welcome dinner and be briefed about preparing for your embarkation day.

Punta Arenas
Embarkation Point
Day 2

Fly to King George Island and Embarkation

Days 3-6

Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands

Day 7

Disembarkation and Fly to Punta Arenas

Day 8

Depart Punta Arenas

Route Map

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December 5 - Dec 12, 2024
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December 15 - Dec 22, 2024
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$ 23,246
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January 9 - Jan 16, 2025
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January 14 - Jan 21, 2025
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January 19 - Jan 26, 2025
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December 10 - Dec 17, 2025
Punta Arenas, Chile
$ 15,339 - $ 27,047
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December 15 - Dec 22, 2025
Punta Arenas, Chile
$ 18,003 - $ 27,047
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January 4 - Jan 11, 2026
Punta Arenas, Chile
$ 20,184 - $ 31,246
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March 8 - Mar 15, 2026
Punta Arenas, Chile
$ 16,336 - $ 24,924
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Extra Activities

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Paddling Excursion

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Stand Up Paddleboarding

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Sea Kayaking

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What's Included

  • Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leaders, including shore landings and other activities
  • All Zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily program
  • All shore landings as per the daily program
  • Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
  • All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage (Please inform us of any dietary requirements as far in advance as possible. Unfortunately, the ships’ galleys cannot prepare kosher meals.)
  • Select beer and wine during dinner; and coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
  • Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled
  • A photographic journal documenting the expedition
  • A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions
  • A parka to keep
  • Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
  • All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
  • All luggage handling aboard the ship
  • Emergency Evacuation insurance for all passengers to a maximum benefit of USD $500,000 per person
  • A group arrival transfer in Punta Arenas from airport to pre-expedition hotel on Day 1
  • One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Punta Arenas with breakfast (Note: The number of guests per room is the same as cabin occupancy on the ship. Due to limited availability, travelers who reserve a suite on board are accommodated in standard rooms at the hotel. Triple rooms may not be available.)
  • A briefing dinner on Day 1 in Punta Arenas
  • A pre-expedition group transfer in Punta Arenas from the hotel to the airport
  • Flights to and from King George Island
  • A post-expedition group transfer in Punta Arenas from the airport to the hotel
  • One night’s post-expedition hotel accommodation in Punta Arenas with breakfast
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi service on one device permitting basic Internet browsing, email, posting on social media and voice applications. (Premium packages are available for more data intensive applications.)
  • Free beer, standard wines, spirits, and cocktails during bar service hours and dinner

What's Excluded

  • International airfare
  • Passport and applicable visa expenses
  • Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned
  • Meals unless otherwise specified
  • Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance—strongly recommended
  • Excess-baggage fees on international flights
  • Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac landing and cruising excursions, or any other gear not mentioned
  • Laundry, bar, spa services and other personal charges, unless specified
  • Phone and Internet charges (connectivity may vary by location)
  • Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for expedition staff and shipboard crew
  • Additional overnight accommodation
  • Arrival and departure transfers, except where explicitly stated