Antarctica / Atlas Ocean Voyages

Drake Express

An intimate-yacht polar expedition with Atlas hospitality, expert interpretation and flexible Zodiac exploration. Final landing sites depend on weather, ice and wildlife.

Planned itinerary

Atlas expedition plan

This page follows this Atlas sailing's own route. The captain and expedition team set the final sequence and landing sites.

Official Atlas voyage

Expedition begins

King George Island, Antarctica

The included flight or sea passage follows the confirmed direction of this Drake Express departure.

Antarctic expedition

South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula

Flexible Zodiac cruising and landings explore penguin colonies, ice-filled bays and polar history.

Drake Express connection

King George Island, Antarctica

Complete the one-way or roundtrip King George Island air connection included in the official program.

Your expedition ship

World Traveller

World Traveller brings Atlas's small-yacht polar format to Antarctica with an Italian-inspired La Dolce Vita interior. Its ice-strengthened hull, Zodiac operations and observation decks are balanced by inclusive dining, a spa and residential-style suites.

Explore ship, cabins and spaces

What's included

Accommodation in the booked stateroom or suite
All-inclusive onboard dining and selected beverages
24-hour room service and in-room minibar under the published program
Expedition Team briefings, lectures and interpretation
Planned Zodiac cruises and shore landings where conditions permit
Onboard gratuities and emergency medical evacuation insurance
One pre-expedition hotel night and charter air where expressly listed for the sailing
Polar parka and reusable water bottle on qualifying polar expeditions

Not included

International and domestic flights unless expressly included
Comprehensive travel and medical insurance beyond stated included cover
Premium beverages, spa treatments, boutique purchases and personal expenses
Optional experiences not marked as included
Passport, visa and government fees
Costs caused by weather, ice or operational itinerary changes