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Antarctic Express: Fly South, Sail North

Summary:

Take the fastest route to Antarctica – a three-hour flight – and enjoy your first glimpse of the continent from the air, a unique introduction to the vast and dramatic landscape that remains one of the last unspoiled regions in the world. Continue your jo...

Duration
10 Days
Countries
4
Next Departure
13-Mar-2026
Starting at
± EUR 17,392.00
± EUR 12,392.00
Price per day
± EUR 1,239.00
Tour Type
Tour Type

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Operator
Quark Expeditions
Tour
Antarctic Express: Fly South, Sail North
Travel Style
Cruise
Travel Quality
Extraordinary Travel

Summary

Take the fastest route to Antarctica – a three-hour flight – and enjoy your first glimpse of the continent from the air, a unique introduction to the vast and dramatic landscape that remains one of the last unspoiled regions in the world. Continue your journey on ship, where an adventure beyond your wildest imagination awaits. Later, return through the world’s most legendary – and exciting – passage of water, as you follow the path of historic explorers across the infamous Drake Passage. Expect the unexpected and be rewarded with unique wildlife and natural attractions, each highlight surpassing the last. Marvel at the contrast of a desolate landscape inhabited by abundant wildlife including curious, playful penguins and seals. And embrace the excitement of standing on the continent for the very first time.

Map: Antarctic Express: Fly South, Sail North (Quark)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Punta Arenas, Chile
Day 2
Embarkation Day
Day 3-6
Antarctic Peninsula And South Shetland Islands
Day 7-8
Crossing The Drake Passage To Ushuaia
Day 9
Disembark And Overnight In Ushuaia, Argentina
Day 10
Depart For Home

Countries (4): Antarctica (Argentina), Argentina, Chile, South Shetland Islands

Travel Cities (5): Antarctic Peninsula, Drake Passage, Punta Arenas, South Shetland Islands, Ushuaia

Highlights

  • Fly over the Drake Passage and experience the fastest, most direct way to AntarcticaSpot iconic Antarctic wildlife, such as penguins, seals and whalesMarvel at many of the Antarctic Peninsula highlightsEnjoy presentations on wildlife, history, glaciology & geology by our onboard polar experts
  • Travel Package

     

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    Going to

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    Punta Arenas

    Arrow Going To

    Ushuaia

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