jmc12@amazonadventures.com
Peru Tours
Brazil Tours
Ecuador/Galapagos Tours
Argentina Tours
Chile Tours
Colombia Tours
Bolivia Tours
Uruguay Tours
Costa Rica Tours
Panama Tours
Venezuela Tours
Group Tour Ideas
Australia Tours
New Zealand Tours
More Exciting Tours
 |
Argentina
Best
of Patagonia / Hiking
the Patagonia Classics / More
Patagonia Treks / More
Patagonia / Firecrowns & Penguins
Buenos Aires / Calafate
/ Iguazu Falls / Bariloche
/ Ushuaia / Salta
/ Mendoza / Ibera
/ Valdes Peninsula
/ Hidden Argentina
Antarctic Cruises /
Expedition
Cruises / Best of Northwest /
Bike Tours /
Wine Tours / Uruguay
Escapes / Tango,
Candombe & Samba
Antarctic Peninsula & Weddel Sea 12 Days/ 11 Nights
February 17 -28, 2011 and Feb. 15-26, 2012
SPECIAL EFFECTIVE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE for 2011 cruise- 25% OFF All cabin categories
This special program includes the west coast of the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands where many of the better known historic and wildlife sites are situated. It also delves in to the Weddell Sea area known for its heavily iced waters and tabular icebergs. If the ice allows we will search this remote and less travelled area watching for wildlife such as the Adélie penguin, Pintado and possibly even the elusive Emperor penguin.
DAY 1: Thursday, Feb 17 (Argentina) Embark in Ushuaia.
DAYS 2 & 3: Friday – Saturday, Feb 18
& 19 (At Sea) Leaving the Beagle Channel, begin the Drake Crossing
and keep a watch for the first signs of ice and Antarctic wildlife as
the ship passes over the Antarctic Convergence. Lectures and other onboard
activities are scheduled.
DAYS 4 – 6: Sunday – Tuesday, Feb 20
– 22 (Antarctica) The ship begins exploration of this vast white
continent in the coastal and island waters with landings and Zodiac cruising
at historic and wildlife sites such as the Gerlache Strait, Port Lockroy,
Neumeyer Channel, Neko Harbour and Paradise Bay. Watch for Chinstrap,
Adélie and Gentoo penguins, various seal species including Leopard
seals, a multitude of seabirds overhead and hopefully whales in the waters
we navigate.
DAY 7: Wednesday, Feb 23 (South Shetland Islands)
Visit historic Deception Island, with geothermic heated waters from its
unique volcanic origin. These islands are home to teeming wildlife, a
striking landscape and an abandoned whaling station. A second landing
is planned this day at Half Moon Island.
DAY 8 & 9: Thursday – Friday, Feb 24 &
25 (Weddell Sea) The approach to the Weddell Sea area is a spectacular
area often nicknamed “iceberg alley”. The wildlife viewing and
stunning scenery continues as we explore this area with hopes to land
at Paulet Island, Brown Bluff, Devil’s Island and possibly Snow Hill
Island.
DAY 10 & 11: Saturday – Sunday, Feb 26
& 27 (At Sea) As the ship heads for Ushuaia, while at sea the program
concludes with lectures and presentations and time to reflect on the recent
days of adventure.
DAY 12: Monday, Feb 28 (Argentina) Disembark in
Ushuaia.
Pricing table for
2011 cruise
|
Cabin Category
|
Description (#of cabins in brackets) |
Price: 12 days
|
|
K1
|
Triple - shared facilities (4) (see below) |
$6720
|
|
K1
|
Double - shared facilities (4). Double bed, couch can be made up as bed. Approx. 140 sq. feet / 14 sq. meters. Side and aft facing windows. |
$8140
|
|
K2
|
Double - private facilities (15). Two lower beds. Private bathroom with shower, toilet and washbasin. Approx. 115 sq. feet / 11.5 sq. meters. Large windows, deck 3 partially obstructed view (one opens) and deck 4 non-opening windows. |
$9560
|
|
K3
|
Double - private facilities (16). Two lower beds. Private bathroom with shower, toilet and washbasin. Approx. 115 sq. feet/11.5 sq. meters. Large windows. |
$9995
|
|
K4
|
Triple - private facilities (4) (see below) |
$8615
|
|
K4
|
Double - private facilities (4). Double bed, couch can be made up as bed. Approx. 140 sq. feet / 14 sq. meters. Side and aft facing windows. |
$10980
|
|
K6
|
Mini Suite - private facilities (5). Double bed in alcove, couch can be made up as bed. Approx. 180 sq. feet / 18 sq. meters. Large windows. |
$11550
|
|
K7
|
Suite- private facilities (2). Sleeping area in separate room (double bed in 501 and 2-singles in 401), couch in living room can be made up as bed. Approx. 250 sq. feet / 25 sq. meters. Forward and side facing windows. |
$12595
|
| T1 | Single supplement - multiply price by X 1.6 |
Pricing table for
2012 cruises
|
Cabin Category
|
Description (#of cabins in brackets) |
Price: 12 days
|
|
K1T
|
Triple - shared facilities (4) (see below) |
$7125
|
|
K1D
|
Double - shared facilities (4). Double bed, couch can be made up as bed. Approx. 140 sq. feet / 14 sq. meters. Side and aft facing windows. |
$8635
|
|
K2
|
Double - private facilities (15). Two lower beds. Private bathroom with shower, toilet and washbasin. Approx. 115 sq. feet / 11.5 sq. meters. Large windows, deck 3 partially obstructed view (one opens) and deck 4 non-opening windows. |
$9995
|
|
K3
|
Double - private facilities (16). Two lower beds. Private bathroom with shower, toilet and washbasin. Approx. 115 sq. feet/11.5 sq. meters. Large windows. |
$10640
|
|
K4T
|
Triple - private facilities (4) (see below) |
$9135
|
|
K4
|
Double - private facilities (4). Double bed, couch can be made up as bed. Approx. 140 sq. feet / 14 sq. meters. Side and aft facing windows. |
$11645
|
|
K6
|
Mini Suite - private facilities (5). Double bed in alcove, couch can be made up as bed. Approx. 180 sq. feet / 18 sq. meters. Large windows. |
$12250
|
|
K7
|
Suite- private facilities (2). Sleeping area in separate room (double bed in 501 and 2-singles in 401), couch in living room can be made up as bed. Approx. 250 sq. feet / 25 sq. meters. Forward and side facing windows. |
$13455
|
| T1 | Single supplement - multiply price by X 1.6 |
Prices quoted in US$ per passenger in cabin categories as described and are subject to availability and change.
Due to rising fuel costs, fuel surcharges may apply..
Single Travelers: may book to share
in a K1,K2 or K3 cabin and will be guaranteed the double rate whether
or not a cabin mate can be found.
Children's rates: children under 18 must be accompanied by parent
or guardian. Ages 13-18 = 10% discount, ages 2-12 = 30% discount, 2 or
under = $50 per day if family provides sleeping crib/cot.
Early booking discount: with full fare payment you qualify for discount
of 10% if confirmed 24 months in advance, or 5% if confirmed 15-24 months
in advance.
Payment: $500 per person deposit and final payment 60 days prior
to departure
Inclusions
Cruise only; accommodation onboard; meals, coffee, tea and juice throughout
duration of cruise, onboard gratuities; complimentary rubber boot rental
program and complimentary PSE Maritime Expedition Outer Shell (jacket
custom designed for the layering concept); onboard lectures and activities;
port charges and all excursions unless specifically stated.
Exclusions
Air transport and transport to and from M/V Polar Star; visa, passport,
vaccination charges and airport departure taxes; pre and post cruise activities;
hotels and meals not included in the ship cruise itinerary, emergency
evacuation charges; and personal expenses including laundry, postage,
personal clothing requirements, medical expenses, personal travel insurance
and items of a personal nature such as bar charges (alcohol, bottled water,
sodas), communication costs (phone, fax, email) and shop purchases.