Embark on the Luxury Expedition Cruise of a lifetime to extraordinary Antarctica, where towering icebergs and massive glaciers showcase flawless beauty. Discover the effects of rising global temperatures firsthand with enthralling lectures by climate scientist Dr. James McClintock. Enjoy daily Zodiac excursions to the White Continent and witness rare and thrilling wildlife up close — from lively penguin colonies to several species of whale.
Journey Highlights
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Upon arrival in Argentina’s capital, you are met and transferred to the Palacio Duhau — Park Hyatt Buenos Aires, where you spend the rest of the day at leisure. Located in the fashionable residential enclave of Recoleta, your contemporary luxury hotel occupies a restored palace dating to 1934.
Palacio Duhau | Park Hyatt Buenos Aires
Latin passion and European romance define Buenos Aires, a dynamic city known for its diverse architecture, vibrant contemporary art scene and lively steakhouses. Today, you might opt for a panoramic city tour complete with a tango demonstration, or simply relax and enjoy your hotel’s luxurious amenities. Later this afternoon, meet with your fellow adventurers for a welcome cocktail reception.
Palacio Duhau | Park Hyatt Buenos Aires | Meals: B
Fly to the charming port town of Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world and your gateway to Antarctica. After lunch at the panoramic Arakur Ushuaia Resort & Spa, opt for a nature walk, or stay put to unwind and savour views spanning the Beagle Channel and the rugged Andean mountainscape beyond. This afternoon, transfer to your ship and settle in. Later this evening, your vessel navigates into the Beagle Channel before heading out to sea.
'Le Lyrial' | Meals: BLD
Awake to your first morning aboard. Today, your vessel cruises the Drake Passage, the 965-kilometre-wide confluence of the Atlantic and Pacific oceans.
'Le Lyrial' | Meals: BLD
Continue cruising today and join your naturalists on the deck to look for various species of whales and abundant seabirds, which join other mammals in feasting on the krill-rich waters of the Drake Passage. Later in the evening, chat with experts about the wildlife spotted today and learn about the next day’s itinerary.
'Le Lyrial' | Meals: BLD
Today, conditions permitting, ‘Le Lyrial’ cruises the Antarctic Sound. Located at the northernmost tip of the Antarctic mainland, the sound harbours a proliferation of giant icebergs and one of Antarctica’s largest colonies of Adélie penguin. Your Expedition Team scouts for opportunities to land on remote, biodiverse islands.
'Le Lyrial' | Meals: BLD
This morning your Expedition Team may chart a course for the South Shetland Islands, an enclave of captivating history, geology and wildlife. Here, your team looks for the best opportunities to visit volcanic islands and historic sites, as well as gentoo, Adélie and chinstrap penguin rookeries.
'Le Lyrial' | Meals: BLD
Bordering the South Shetland Islands along the Antarctic continent, the Danco Coast is famed for its scenic, jaw-dropping waterways. From the comfort of your vessel, you may sail through some of its most stunning and photogenic channels, straits and bays.
'Le Lyrial' | Meals: BLD
Continue exploring the Antarctic Peninsula and after a full day of adventure, recap the day’s discoveries with your naturalist guides, spend time on deck chatting with fellow guests and take in enriching presentations from the Expedition Team. Later, unwind over cocktails in the lounge before dinner in the elegant dining room.
'Le Lyrial' | Meals: BLD
Possible excursions today may include a Zodiac cruise through an area renowned for its prolific humpback whale sightings or visits to sites known to harbour gentoo penguin, kelp gull and breeding skua. Following today’s exciting excursions, relax or seize the opportunity to capture photos amid Antarctica’s distinctively atmospheric twilight.
'Le Lyrial' | Meals: BLD
Bid farewell to Antarctica and begin your cruise back to Ushuaia. The ship’s return through the Drake Passage is an interlude for recap and reflection, offering time to compare notes with your expert lecturers on the wildlife, history and geology of the White Continent.
'Le Lyrial' | Meals: BLD
While cruising through this historic passage, you may spot various Drake Passage seabird species, including the elusive albatross and the giant petrel.
'Le Lyrial' | Meals: B
‘Le Lyrial’ is scheduled to dock in Ushuaia this morning. After breakfast, bid farewell to your crew and fellow guests before disembarking. Then, transfer to the airport for your connecting flight to Buenos Aires.
Meals: B
Note: Itinerary is for guidance purposes only and may be adjusted due to unforeseen circumstances including weather, wildlife, ice, medical emergencies and other conditions beyond A&K’s control at the sole discretion of the Captain.
This journey contains some active elements, including Zodiac boat excursions, walks over uneven terrain and optional, challenging hikes.
Buenos Aires/Ushuaia/Buenos Aires Economy Class flights included.
Minimum age is 7 years old.
Categories 4–9 include room upgrade at the hotel and butler service aboard the ship.
First group event: excursion on Dec 11.
Last group event: disembarkation at 9:00 a.m. on Dec 22.
Included with this Luxury Expedition Cruise
Contact one of our Journey Designers to start planning your itinerary.
Palacio Duhau is a superb city hotel and a member of the legendary Park Hyatt portfolio. The building itself is hugely impressive. The ex... Read more
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy
| Dec 10, 2024 - Dec 22, 2024 Special Special Special Special Special Special Special Special Special |
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| Cabin Class Le Lyrial: Classic Balcony Stateroom - Category 1 | Price AU$21,530pp was AU$28,445 | Single Supplement AU$5,048 was AU$20,190 | Internal Air (From) Included | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
| Cabin Class Le Lyrial: Deluxe Balcony Stateroom - Category 2 | Price AU$24,605pp was AU$31,520 | Single Supplement AU$5,625 was AU$22,500 | Internal Air (From) Included | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
| Cabin Class Le Lyrial: Premier Balcony Stateroom - Category 3 | Price AU$26,145pp was AU$33,060 | Single Supplement AU$5,914 was AU$23,655 | Internal Air (From) Included | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
| Cabin Class Le Lyrial: Prestige Balcony Suite - Category 4 | Price AU$39,990pp was AU$46,905 | Single Supplement AU$38,730 | Internal Air (From) Included | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
| Cabin Class Le Lyrial: Premier Two-Room Balcony Suite - Category 5 | Price AU$48,455pp was AU$55,370 | Single Supplement AU$46,760 | Internal Air (From) Included | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
| Cabin Class Le Lyrial: Privilege Two-Room Balcony Suite - Category 6 | Price AU$51,530pp was AU$58,445 | Single Supplement AU$49,685 | Internal Air (From) Included | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
| Cabin Class Le Lyrial: Grand Deluxe Two-Room Balcony Suite - Category 7 | Price AU$55,375pp was AU$62,290 | Single Supplement AU$53,345 | Internal Air (From) Included | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
| Cabin Class Le Lyrial: Grand Privilege Three-Room Balcony Suite - Category 8 | Price AU$63,070pp was AU$69,985 | Single Supplement AU$60,655 | Internal Air (From) Included | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
| Cabin Class Le Lyrial: Owner's Balcony Suite - Category 9 | Price AU$66,915pp was AU$73,830 | Single Supplement AU$64,300 | Internal Air (From) Included | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
Special Offer Terms & Conditions
Save $6,915 per person: Valid on the 2024 Antarctic Cruise Adventure. Offer valid for new bookings only, on any stateroom or suite, subject to availability, and may be withdrawn at any time.
Save 75% on the single supplement in stateroom categories 1-3 on
select 2024 Luxury Expedition Cruises. Not combinable with Marco Polo or any other single
supplement discounts.
Second Guest Sails for 50% Off: Book 2 people in a double occupancy stateroom or suite, and the second guest pays 50% of the advertised price. Valid on all cabin categories. Guests must be sharing the same cabin. 50% valid off current website prices, is combinable with some other discounts (Single Supplement offer excluded). Prices are per person, double occupancy. International air not included.
Offers valid on new bookings only, are subject to availability, and may be withdrawn at any time. Other restrictions may apply.
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