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Take in the stunning scenery of Antarctica on board your luxury ship, Le Boreal
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Your Vacation Includes
- All internal flights within South America, including a return APT private charter flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia
- Freedom of Choice inclusions in Buenos Aires
- Three nights at the Alvear Palace In Buenos Aires
- 10 nights APT charter Le Boreal
- APT tour director and expedition team
- Luxury dining - a total of 34 meals
- All beverages on board Le Boreal Antarctic cruise
- Transfers, tipping, porterage, port charge plus complimentary expedition parka and rental boots for all shore excursions
Map & Itinerary
Buenos Aires Return
Signature Experiences
Designed Exclusively for APT guests
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
These once-in-a-lifetime moments allow you to experience an unforgettable world of exclusive moments, incredible cultures and charming surprises
FREEDOM OF CHOICE™
Give your holiday a personal touch with a choice of included sightseeing or dining options
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1
Arrive Buenos Aires
On arrival in the Argentinian capital, you’ll be met and transferred to your luxurious hotel in the cosmopolitan Recoleta neighbourhood. Settle in before meeting your APT tour director and fellow travellers.
Stay: Three Nights, Buenos Aires, Alvear Palace
Day
2
Buenos Aires
FREEDOM OF CHOICE™
Tonight, choose from three dining options: dinner and a tango show; dine in style at Alvear Grill; or sit down to a traditional Argentinian Asado experience.
Enjoy a tour of the cosmopolitan city of Buenos Aires. This evening there are three Freedom of Choice dining options.
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Day
3
Buenos Aires
FREEDOM OF CHOICE™
Perhaps head to the island town of Tigre and enjoy a cruise; explore the city’s vibrant street art culture; discover the Parisian character of Buenos Aires’ architecture; or join a fascinating tour of the iconic and majestic Teatro Colon, considered the world’s leading opera house by acoustic finesse, and immerse yourself in the city’s sophisticated high arts scene.
The choice is yours today with a selection of activities on offer. This evening we all meet for a ship briefing and reception in anticipation of our exciting cruise ahead.
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4
Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Embark Antarctica Cruise
Board your included APT private charter flight to Ushuaia for your cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula. Board your luxury expedition ship, Le Boreal, to begin your 10-night cruise. Be greeted by your Expedition Leader and a team of expert naturalist guides. Settle in before enjoying the Captain’s Welcome Dinner. Afterwards, head to the deck to take in the stunning scenery of the Beagle Channel.
Stay: 10 Nights, Le Boreal
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5-6
Drake Passage
Sail across the Drake Passage, the cruising gateway to Antarctica. Learn about the adventures ahead during informative, interactive and entertaining presentations on the wildlife, history and geology of Antarctica, delivered by your expert Expedition Team.
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7-11
Antarctic Peninsula
On arrival in Antarctica, your itinerary becomes flexible in order to maximise your discovery of this enchanting world of ice and water. Your Captain will charter a course based on the most exciting sights and the most favourable ice and weather conditions. Each day on your cruise you’ll enjoy Zodiac rides. Visit penguin rookeries, seal colonies and keep an eye out for orca, humpback and minke whales that frequent these waters. Head to Deception Island, an active volcano and once home to a whaling station. You may also get the opportunity to stop at the Port Lockroy scientific base. From here, you can send a postcard with a rare Antarctic stamp.
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Days
12-13
Drake Passage
Return across the Drake Passage. Enjoy time on board and wildlife spotting.
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14
Disembark Ship, Ushuaia, Depart Buenos Aires
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
Take a tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park where you can experience the rugged natural beauty of Argentina’s southern tip.
Today, disembark your ship in Ushuaia for your Signature Experience. Later, fly to Buenos Aires on your included APT private charter flight, where your Antarctic and South American adventure comes to an end.
Daily :It has been a privilege to welcome so many guests aboard APT’s award-winning journeys, and a joy to see those guests fall in love with each new experience the world presents.
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