Day 1 - Tuesday - Jan 23, 2024
Fire and flavor in Argentina's capital. Buenos Aires is all about architecture, tango, and steaks. You'll enjoy an overnight stay here, giving you a chance to sample its fiery flavor. Head to a neighborhood bar for a tango performance before savoring sizzling Argentinian beef in one of the city's delicious steakhouses. Make sure you also take in the beautiful architecture. The pretty-in-pink Casa Rosada is stunning, as is the National Museum of Fine Arts, displaying works by Van Gogh, Monet, and Picasso.
Day 2 - Wednesday - Jan 24, 2024
Your Antarctica adventure begins in earnest. Today you have an early flight to Ushuaia. You might catch bird's-eye views of the fjords and glaciers of Tierra del Fuego and Alberto de Agostini National Park on our descent. In Ushuaia's bustling port, you'll board MS Fridtjof Nansen, your hybrid-powered expedition ship, specially designed for comfortable, sustainable cruising in polar waters. Get settled in before being introduced to the Expedition Team and crew members. Then enjoy a delicious welcome dinner, discover your ship, and maybe meet some of your fellow explorers in the Explorer Lounge.
Day 3 - Thursday - Jan 25, 2024
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Prepare for your Antarctic adventure. Before you reach Antarctica, you must first experience the legendary Drake 'rite of' Passage, a two-day crossing where sea conditions can vary dramatically. It's much smoother sailing these days than in Sir Francis Drake's time! Your Expedition Team will deliver lectures on Antarctic history, wildlife, and ecosystems. And they'll share the important measures we'll be taking to protect this fragile environment when visiting. You can also sign up for one of the Citizen Science programs. Take this time to enjoy all the comforts you'll find onboard. Take a swim in the infinity pool, indulge in fine dining, or pamper yourself in the Wellness Centre.
Day 4 - Friday - Jan 26, 2024
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Day 5 - Saturday - Jan 27, 2024
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another world: Experience Antarctica in all its natural majesty. You'll spend 11 incredible days exploring Antarctica. Nothing can really prepare you for it. Marvel at the sculpted icebergs, some the size of cathedrals, surrounded by frozen mountains and looming glaciers. Learn about the wildlife and ecology of Antarctica as you come face-to-face with huge colonies of penguins, leopard seals, and more. Bird enthusiasts should look skywards to spot some of the 45 species of Antarctic seabirds that live here, such as skuas, jaegers, petrels, and terns. Here, nature is king and we are mere observers. Our experienced captain will continually monitor conditions to create the best possible itinerary. You'll get multiple chances to go ashore and to cruise with the small expedition boats, under the guidance of the experienced Expedition Team. If weather permits, you can kayak, hike, or snowshoe on optional activities. If conditions allow, we'll cross the 6633' South Polar Circle and sail further on to Marguerite Bay. Here, whales frequent the waters, and the icy islands are havens for Adelie penguins. Only accessible in the late summer season, and iced over most of the year, this is a truly special experience. Back onboard, join Citizen Science projects and onboard lectures, where you'll learn more about polar exploration, this precious habitat, and how we can all protect it.
Day 6 - Sunday - Jan 28, 2024
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Day 7 - Monday - Jan 29, 2024
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Day 8 - Tuesday - Jan 30, 2024
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Day 9 - Wednesday - Jan 31, 2024
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Day 10 - Thursday - Feb 1, 2024
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Day 11 - Friday - Feb 2, 2024
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Day 12 - Saturday - Feb 3, 2024
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Day 13 - Sunday - Feb 4, 2024
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Day 14 - Monday - Feb 5, 2024
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Day 15 - Tuesday - Feb 6, 2024
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Day 16 - Wednesday - Feb 7, 2024
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Relax and learn as we cruise to Ushuaia. After ten incomparable days, we sail back across the Drake Passage towards warmer weather in Argentina, giving you two days to enjoy life onboard. There's plenty of things to do. Take part in art workshops or learn how to tie sailor knots. Stay active in the gym or warm up in the panoramic sauna. Relax in the outdoor pool or hot tubs. Watch for birds and other wildlife from deck. Or sort through your camera's memory cards and get editing tips from the onboard photographer. Share your experiences with fellow explorers and the Expedition Team. Visit the Science Center and find out more about the things you've seen and log your Citizen Science observations.
Day 17 - Thursday - Feb 8, 2024
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Day 18 - Friday - Feb 9, 2024
Enjoy an expedition finale in Buenos Aires. Your Antarctic expedition cruise ends in Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego, Argentina's southernmost province. From the port, you'll be transferred to the airport for your flight back to Buenos Aires, but it doesn't have to be the end of your adventure. Why not extend your trip and join a popular Post-Program on a tour of the spectacular Iguazu Falls-an amazing way to wrap up your trip. Or you can stay on in vibrant Buenos Aires, enjoying the city sights, cosmopolitan culture, and tango shows before going home.
