Ocean Victory in polar waters
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Antarctica / Polar Latitudes

New Year's Antarctic Circle Crossing

A roundtrip expedition from Ushuaia, with daily landings and Zodiac cruising adjusted to ice, wildlife, weather, and safe access.

PremiumAntarctic CircleDecember 2026
Antarctic Circle
13 days
Ocean Victory
Available

Planned itinerary

The expedition, day by day.

Landing locations and sequencing may change. The captain and expedition leader adapt the plan for sea ice, weather, wildlife, safety, and local access.

Day 1

Arrive in Ushuaia

Transfer to the included hotel and join the optional briefing.

Day 2

Embarkation

Board the ship and begin sailing south.

Days 3-4

Drake Passage

Cross the Drake Passage with seabird watching, expert lectures, safety briefings, Citizen Science, and time on the observation decks.

Days 5-9

Peninsula and Antarctic Circle

Twice-daily outings explore bays, penguin sites, whales, historic huts, and the Lemaire Channel while attempting the Circle crossing.

Day 10

South Shetland Islands

Explore volcanic islands and wildlife-rich shores, potentially including Deception Island.

Days 11-12

Drake Passage

Cross the Drake Passage with seabird watching, expert lectures, safety briefings, Citizen Science, and time on the observation decks.

Final day

Ushuaia

Return to port and disembark.

Ocean Victory in Antarctic waters

Your expedition ship

Ocean Victory

Sister ship to Ocean Albatros, designed around an X-Bow hull, generous viewing areas, two hydraulic platforms, outdoor Jacuzzis, wellness facilities, and efficient expedition boarding.

Capacity to reconfirmIce Class 1A / Polar Class 6X-Bow designHydraulic viewing platformsMost cabins have balconies
Explore ship and cabins
Ocean views

Exterior Stateroom

An outside-facing cabin with private bathroom, refrigerator, TV, safe, climate control, bathrobe, and USB charging.

Private balcony

Balcony Stateroom

Most cabins include a private balcony, keeping the polar landscape visible from the room.

Extra living space

Suite

Expanded accommodation with a sitting area and premium deck positioning; configuration varies by suite grade.

What's included

  • One pre-expedition hotel night in Ushuaia on published Antarctica programs
  • All meals onboard and complimentary coffee and tea
  • Beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages with dinner
  • All scheduled Zodiac cruises and expedition shore landings
  • Lectures, briefings, and guidance from the expedition team
  • Voyage photographer and professional photography coach
  • Citizen Science opportunities
  • Certified emergency physician and onboard clinic
  • Loan expedition jacket and a custom down jacket to keep
  • Dedicated passenger service manager

Not included

  • International and domestic flights to or from Ushuaia
  • Passport, visa, reciprocity, and entry fees
  • Travel insurance and emergency evacuation coverage
  • Optional kayaking, camping, snowshoeing, and immersive photography programs
  • Premium drinks outside the published dinner beverage service
  • Laundry, spa treatments, boutique purchases, and personal expenses
  • Any hotel nights, transfers, or services not listed in the final booking confirmation

Cabin verification

Confirm the current fare and cabin inventory.

Starting fares can change. An advisor will confirm cabin category, solo supplement, deposit terms, optional activities, and final inclusions.

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