Arrive in Ushuaia
Transfer to the included hotel and join the optional briefing.
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Antarctica / Polar Latitudes
Crossing the Antarctic Circle
A roundtrip expedition from Ushuaia, with daily landings and Zodiac cruising adjusted to ice, wildlife, weather, and safe access.
PremiumAntarctic CircleJanuary 2027
Antarctic Circle
13 days
Ocean Albatros
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.
Embarkation
Board the ship and begin sailing south.
Drake Passage
Cross the Drake Passage with seabird watching, expert lectures, safety briefings, Citizen Science, and time on the observation decks.
Peninsula and Antarctic Circle
Twice-daily outings explore bays, penguin sites, whales, historic huts, and the Lemaire Channel while attempting the Circle crossing.
South Shetland Islands
Explore volcanic islands and wildlife-rich shores, potentially including Deception Island.
Drake Passage
Cross the Drake Passage with seabird watching, expert lectures, safety briefings, Citizen Science, and time on the observation decks.
Ushuaia
Return to port and disembark.
Your expedition ship
Ocean Albatros
A next-generation X-Bow expedition ship with most cabins offering private balconies, multiple observation areas, two outdoor Jacuzzis, a spa, sauna, gym, and fast Zodiac access through a large heated mudroom.
Capacity to reconfirmIce Class 1A / Polar Class 6X-Bow designMost cabins have balconiesElevator on passenger decks
Explore ship and cabinsExterior Stateroom
An outside-facing cabin with private bathroom, refrigerator, TV, safe, climate control, bathrobe, and USB charging.
Balcony Stateroom
The most common configuration adds private outdoor space for direct views of ice and wildlife.
Suite
A larger accommodation category with more room to relax; exact layout and balcony size vary 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.