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The Great Austral Loop

The Great Austral Loop

Embark on an unforgettable voyage to the Great Austral Loop with Ponant Cruises. Witness breathtaking landscapes and encounter unique wildlife on this extraordi

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Trip Amenities

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2026-2027 Season
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Nov 16, 2026

19 days

Return

Dec 4, 2026

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Departure

Dec 19, 2026

19 days

Return

Jan 6, 2027

Vessel

Le Boréal

Departure

Feb 14, 2027

19 days

Return

Mar 4, 2027

Vessel

Le Boréal

Departure

Dec 16, 2027

19 days

Return

Jan 3, 2028

Vessel

Le Lyrial

Departure

Jan 27, 2028

19 days

Return

Feb 14, 2028

Vessel

Le Boréal

Embark on an unforgettable voyage to the Great Austral Loop with Ponant Cruises. Witness breathtaking landscapes and encounter unique wildlife on this extraordinary Antarctica expedition.

Day-by-day itinerary

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

What's Included

  • For more peace of mind, PONANT organizes your trip before or after the cruise. This package is included in the price of your cruise.

  • Transfer to your hotel, the day before embarkation.

  • 1-night accommodation in 5* hotel Sofitel Recoleta in superior room, the night before embarkation.

  • Early check-in available from late morning.

  • Hospitality desk at the hotel in Buenos Aires.

  • Return flight Buenos Aires/Ushuaia/Buenos Aires selected by PONANT, in economy class.

  • Services of local guides, in Ushuaia.

  • Meals as mentioned in the programme and beverage package.

  • Transfers as mentioned in the programme.

What's Not Included

  • Tips for the local guide.

  • Personal expenses.

  • Other meals and services not mentioned in the programme.

Cabin Types

Cabin TypeAvailability

Deluxe Stateroom

Available

Deluxe Suite

Available

Grand Deluxe Suite

Available

Grand Privilege Suite

Available

Owner's Suite

Available

Prestige Stateroom Deck 4

Available

Prestige Stateroom Deck 5

Available

Prestige Stateroom Deck 6

Available

Prestige Suite

Available

Privilege Suite

Available

Superior Stateroom

Available

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Trip Overview

Duration

18 days

Travel Mode

sail


Departure Date

Dec 3, 2026

Return Date

Dec 21, 2026


Departure Port

Ushuaia

Return Port

Ushuaia

Activities

Zodiac Cruising

Antarctica Landing & Hiking

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Le Lyrial

Le Lyrial

244 passengers

Luxury expedition ship with elegant staterooms, multiple dining options, a spa, a fitness center, and heated pool. Accommodates up to 244 passengers.

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