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Antarctica: The White Continent with Smithsonian Journeys

Antarctica: The White Continent with Smithsonian Journeys

Embark on the Smithsonian Journeys' Antarctica: The White Continent expedition with Ponant Cruises. Explore the breathtaking landscapes and marvel at the wonder

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Trip Amenities

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Departure

Jan 16, 2027

12 days

Return

Jan 27, 2027

Vessel

L'Austral

Embark on the Smithsonian Journeys' Antarctica: The White Continent expedition with Ponant Cruises. Explore the breathtaking landscapes and marvel at the wonders of the icy wilderness.

Day-by-day itinerary

A day-by-day schedule is not currently available from the source.

What's Included

  • A voyage specially-tailored for English-speaking travelers including discussions with experts, transfers before and after your cruise, a pre-cruise hotel night in Buenos Aires, round-trip flights to/from Ushuaia, an excursion in Tierra del Fuego, and an included activity in each port of call.

  • 1-night accommodation at the Sofitel Buenos Aires Recoleta (or similar) the night before embarkation.

  • Early check-in available from late morning.

  • Hospitality desk at the hotel.

  • Round-trip flight Buenos Aires/Ushuaia/Buenos Aires selected by PONANT, in economy class.

  • Excursion to Tierra del Fuego National Park by coach, including entrance fees.

  • Services of English speaking guides during the excursion.

  • Meals as mentioned in the program.

  • Transfers as mentioned in the program.

  • Gratuities for ship crew and for guides and drivers on excursions.

What's Not Included

  • Opportunity to explore the magic of Antarctica with a sea kayak adventure. Led by experienced, state-certified kayak guides, you will skim the water’s surface amid the ice. Full professional equipment is provided, including tandem kayak, carbon paddle, full-body drysuit, lifejacket, and AIS beacon. For more information about your kayak tour, please go to the "PONANT Activities" tab, and to book the kayak tour, contact your cruise advisor (additional cost).

Cabin Types

Cabin TypeAvailability

Deluxe Staterooms

Available

Deluxe Suite

Available

Owner's Suite

Available

Prestige Cabin

Available

Prestige Suite

Available

Superior Staterooms

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Trip Overview

Duration

11 days

Travel Mode

sail


Departure Date

Feb 13, 2028

Return Date

Feb 24, 2028


Departure Port

Ushuaia

Return Port

Ushuaia

Activities

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Antarctica Landing & Hiking

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