Classic Antarctica

Peace of mind with A&K on-site office in Buenos Aires providing support 24/7

Immediate check-in on Day 2 at your hotel in Buenos Aires, regardless of arrival time (unlike most other tour operators), to ensure your holiday begins with comfort and ease

Spacious accommodations and state-of-the-art comfort on board 'Minerva' (formerly 'Explorer II')

Complimentary parka and backpack

Open bar on board (excepting premium spirits)

Smoother Drake Passage crossing, courtesy of ship's stabilizers

All gratuities included

Post-cruise journal of your voyage

Double hulled Ice Class vessel with an ice rating (Italian RINA Class 1-D) that exceeds the requirement for operating safely in Antarctica

Equipped with the latest navigation, communication and safety equipment, including a GMDSS emergency communication system and a satellite weather system, receiving real-time satellite images of weather and ice conditions

Lifeboats are enclosed and equipped with survival gear, blankets, food and water

DAY 1: USA or Canada/Buenos Aires, Argentina
Depart on your flight to Buenos Aires, Argentina.

DAY 2: Buenos Aires
Arrive this morning and transfer to your hotel, where immediate check-in has been arranged, with time to relax before this afternoon's optional city tour. Meet your fellow adventurers this evening for a welcome cocktail reception. InterContinental Buenos Aires Meals: B

DAY 3: Buenos Aires/Ushuaia, Argentina
Fly to Ushuaia for a traditional Patagonian barbecue lunch. Later, arrive at your ship and settle in for your first night on board. MV 'Minerva' (formerly called 'Explorer II') Meals: B L D

DAYS 4-5: Cruising the Drake Passage
The southward journey toward Antarctica is an exciting one, as you join the Captain on the bridge or spot wildlife from the deck - these krill-rich waters are a particular favorite with marine mammals and seabirds. MV 'Minerva' Meals: B L D

DAYS 6-10: Antarctica
As the Antarctic Peninsula and its offshore islands appear on the horizon, a sense of excitement and expectation begins to build. A first shore expedition is swiftly followed by others, all carefully planned by the Captain and Expedition Leader to take full advantage of each day's possibilities.

On most days, two landings are scheduled. Head out in swift and versatile Zodiacs, guided by expert drivers and accompanied by lecturers to a number of islands filled with penguins in the South Shetlands, just off the continental coastline. Expeditions may include Half Moon, Cuverville, Paulet, Penguin, Goudier and Deception. Photograph penguins and nesting grounds of seabirds, and cruise iceberg-strewn passageways of breathtaking beauty.

Weather permitting, the ship will call on the Antarctic Peninsula. MV 'Minerva' also plans to sail through breathtaking Paradise Bay and the Lemaire Channel, affectionately referred to as "Kodak Alley," with other possibilities for exploration including a scientific research station and the remains of early-century whaling and sealing stations. After each evening's leisurely dinner, there's time to stroll the deck and gaze at the seascapes in the lingering light of an austral summer twilight. MV 'Minerva' Meals: B L D

DAYS 11-12: Drake Passage
The ship's return through the Drake Passage is an interlude for recap and reflection, with time to compare notes with your lecturers, and bird- or whale-watch from the deck. MV 'Minerva' Meals: B L D

DAY 13: Ushuaia, Argentina/Buenos Aires
Disembark after breakfast, and head out to explore Tierra del Fuego's spectacular wilderness before transferring to the airport to board your flight home via Buenos Aires. Meals: B

DAY 14: USA or Canada
Arrive this morning and connect to homebound flights. Due to the nature of adventure cruising, this itinerary is subject to change based on weather, ice, wildlife and other conditions beyond A&K's control.

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Landings on the Antarctic Peninsula and a number of South Shetland Islands including Cuverville, Paulet and Deception Island.

The price shown is in USD. Price is per person, based on double occupancy.

Expedition #91209 & December 7-20, 2009

Category SB, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $7,595
Single supplement..... $1,675

Category B, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $8,195
Single supplement..... $1,825

Category SA, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $8,895
Single supplement..... $2,370

Category A, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $9,495
Single supplement..... $2,570

Category SP, Superior

Twin occupancy..... $10,995
Single supplement..... $5,000

Category D, Deluxe

Twin occupancy..... $12,695
Single supplement..... $8,675

Category S, Suite (*)

Twin occupancy..... $13,695
Single supplement..... $12,525

Category OS, Owners' Suite

Twin occupancy..... $16,995
Single supplement..... $15,825

Expedition #100120 January 18-31, 2010

Category SB, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $8,795
Single supplement..... $2,200

Category B, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $9,895
Single supplement..... $2,500

Category SA, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $10,795
Single supplement..... $3,200

Category A, Standard

Twin occupancy..... $11,395
Single supplement..... $3,400

Category SP, Superior

Twin occupancy..... $13,195
Single supplement..... $6,200

Category D, Deluxe

Twin occupancy..... $15,195
Single supplement..... $10,600

Category S, Suite (*)

Twin occupancy..... $17,195
Single supplement..... $16,100

Category OS, Owners' Suite

Twin occupancy..... $21,595
Single occupancy..... $20,500

All prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy.

Triple occupancy available on a limited basis.

A&K AIR SUPPLEMENTS
Buenos Aires/Ushuaia/Buenos Aires charter air
ECONOMY..... $650 Taxes are included. All air quotes are subject to change and carry penalties and surcharges. Flight confirmations are based on availability.

Holiday surcharge may apply. Call for details.

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