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Patagonia Experience and Antarctica - M/S Expedition

20 days ex Ushuaia

Trip Code: XLPASX

Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego, Beagle Channel, Drake Passage, South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula, El Calafate, El Chalten, Glacier National Park, Torres del Paine National Park.

See it all on this adventure. With wilderness treks, cruising and a city stay, there truly is something for everyone. Marvel at the glaciers of Antarctica, and the beauty of Patagonia as you experience this trip of a lifetime!

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$6040
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Day 1 Arrive Ushuaia
Arrive in Ushuaia at any time.
Day 2-3 El Calafate
Fly to El Calafate and explore the Moreno Glacier, within Glacier National Park. We may spot condors, eagles, flamingos and rheas in this beautiful landscape.
Day 4-5 El Chaltén / Glacier National Park
Take day hikes from our base of El Chaltén in Glacier National Park. Hike to Laguna de Los Tres and Laguna Torre for awe-inspiring views of the magical peaks and glaciers.
Day 6-9 Torres del Paine National Park (2B, 2L, 2D)
Travel south into Chile to the spectacular Torres del Paine National Park. Hike through the world-renowned rough beauty of Patagonia, with breathtaking views of the three pink granite “Towers.” See unique wildlife, including vicuña, rheas and Patagonian hares. Travel by boat on Lake Pehoe amongst the icebergs of Grey Glacier.
Day 10-13 Ushuaia / Drake Passage
Return to Ushuaia for one more night on the town, and prepare for Antarctica! Embarkation on the M/S Expedition begins in the afternoon on day 11. Enjoy the sunset over the Beagle Channel as you head towards Cape Horn before crossing the Drake Passage. Enjoy daily lectures from your expedition team and keep an eye out for the first sightings of icebergs, whales, and albatross following in the ship's wake.
Day 14-17 Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands
Experience some of the most unique wildlife viewing and inspiring scenery in the world as you set foot on the Antarctic continent. Take two excursions per day (conditions permitting), and encounter Gentoo, Chinstrap and Adélie penguin rookeries, Weddell, Crabeater and Leopard seals, and Orca, Humpback and Minke whales in the cold Antarctic waters. The Peninsula also has a remarkable human history. During the voyage we will learn about some of the most important and dramatic expeditions to this remote corner of the world.
Day 18-19 Drake Passage
Head back north across the Drake Passage to Ushuaia. Keep your eyes open on the observation deck for some final whale sightings! In between bird and whale watching and final lectures, relax and review the adventures of the past week.
Day 20 Depart Ushuaia
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