Antarctic Express: Crossing the Circle

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Areas Visited

Antarctica Peninsula

Antarctic Circle

Duration

11 days

Departures

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Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrival in Punta Arenas, Chile

Arrive in Punta Arenas, Chile. Spend the day exploring museums, restaurants, and shops. In the early afternoon, meet at the official starting point hotel for a welcome dinner and briefing.

Day 2: Fly to King George Island, Antarctica

Fly over the Drake Passage by charter plane to King George Island, Antarctica. Embark on your polar-ready ship.

Days 3-5: Antarctic Peninsula Exploration

Explore the wonders of the Antarctic Peninsula by sea. Witness iconic Antarctic wildlife, such as penguins, seals, and whales.

Days 6-7: Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Continue further south to reach 66�33� S, crossing the Antarctic Circle. Celebrate this achievement with a toast.

Days 8-9: Northbound Along the Peninsula

Travel north along the western Antarctic Peninsula. Continue exploring by Zodiac or on land, spotting seabirds, seals, and whales.

Day 10: Return to King George Island

Return to King George Island for your charter flight back to Punta Arenas, Chile.

Day 11: Return to Punta Arenas, Chile

Arrive back in Punta Arenas, marking the end of your expedition.

Itinerary

Map

Day 1: Arrival in Punta Arenas, Chile

Arrive in Punta Arenas, Chile. Spend the day exploring museums, restaurants, and shops. In the early afternoon, meet at the official starting point hotel for a welcome dinner and briefing.

Day 2: Fly to King George Island, Antarctica

Fly over the Drake Passage by charter plane to King George Island, Antarctica. Embark on your polar-ready ship.

Days 3-5: Antarctic Peninsula Exploration

Explore the wonders of the Antarctic Peninsula by sea. Witness iconic Antarctic wildlife, such as penguins, seals, and whales.

Days 6-7: Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Continue further south to reach 66�33� S, crossing the Antarctic Circle. Celebrate this achievement with a toast.

Days 8-9: Northbound Along the Peninsula

Travel north along the western Antarctic Peninsula. Continue exploring by Zodiac or on land, spotting seabirds, seals, and whales.

Day 10: Return to King George Island

Return to King George Island for your charter flight back to Punta Arenas, Chile.

Day 11: Return to Punta Arenas, Chile

Arrive back in Punta Arenas, marking the end of your expedition.

Itinerary

Map

Day 1: Arrival in Punta Arenas, Chile

Arrive in Punta Arenas, Chile. Spend the day exploring museums, restaurants, and shops. In the early afternoon, meet at the official starting point hotel for a welcome dinner and briefing.

Day 2: Fly to King George Island, Antarctica

Fly over the Drake Passage by charter plane to King George Island, Antarctica. Embark on your polar-ready ship.

Days 3-5: Antarctic Peninsula Exploration

Explore the wonders of the Antarctic Peninsula by sea. Witness iconic Antarctic wildlife, such as penguins, seals, and whales.

Days 6-7: Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Continue further south to reach 66�33� S, crossing the Antarctic Circle. Celebrate this achievement with a toast.

Days 8-9: Northbound Along the Peninsula

Travel north along the western Antarctic Peninsula. Continue exploring by Zodiac or on land, spotting seabirds, seals, and whales.

Day 10: Return to King George Island

Return to King George Island for your charter flight back to Punta Arenas, Chile.

Day 11: Return to Punta Arenas, Chile

Arrive back in Punta Arenas, marking the end of your expedition.

Frequently asked questions

FAQs

1. How do I book an expedition with Unsold Antarctica?

2. What is included in the expedition price?

3. What is not included in the expedition price?

4. What should I pack for Antarctica?

5. Are there Antarctica expeditions suitable for solo travelers?

6. How many people will be on my Antarctica expedition?

7. What is your cancellation policy?

8. Do you offer travel insurance?

1. How do I book an expedition with Unsold Antarctica?

2. What is included in the expedition price?

3. What is not included in the expedition price?

4. What should I pack for Antarctica?

5. Are there Antarctica expeditions suitable for solo travelers?

6. How many people will be on my Antarctica expedition?

7. What is your cancellation policy?

8. Do you offer travel insurance?

1. How do I book an expedition with Unsold Antarctica?

2. What is included in the expedition price?

3. What is not included in the expedition price?

4. What should I pack for Antarctica?

5. Are there Antarctica expeditions suitable for solo travelers?

6. How many people will be on my Antarctica expedition?

7. What is your cancellation policy?

8. Do you offer travel insurance?

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