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9-night Antarctic Express Expedition: Fly South, Sail North

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Ocean Explorer
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  • Quark Expeditions Cruises: Ocean Explorer
  • |
  • February 7, 2028

itinerary

  1. Day 1
    Punta Arenas
    | Mon Feb 7, 2028
  2. Day 2
    Punta Arenas
    | Tue Feb 8, 2028
  3. King George Island
    | Tue Feb 8, 2028
  4. Day 3
    Antarctic Peninsula
    | Wed Feb 9, 2028
  5. Day 4
    Antarctic Peninsula
    | Thu Feb 10, 2028
  6. Day 5
    South Shetland Islands
    | Fri Feb 11, 2028
  7. Day 6
    South Shetland Islands
    | Sat Feb 12, 2028
  8. Day 7
    Drake Passage
    | Sun Feb 13, 2028
  9. Day 8
    Drake Passage
    | Mon Feb 14, 2028
  10. Day 9
    Ushuaia
    | Tue Feb 15, 2028
  11. Day 10
    Ushuaia
    | Wed Feb 16, 2028
Sailing Features
  • 9 Nights
  • Feb 7, 2028 / Feb 16, 2028
  • Punta Arenas
  • Ushuaia
  • Ocean Explorer
Bonus Offers
Exclusive Amenities Available:
  • $300 per Couple Shipboard Credit

Suites

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Oceanview
Balcony
Suite
Oceanview
Studio Single Stateroom (OEX-SGL)

Size: 146 - 186 sq. ft.
Designed for one. These cabins have one double bed and a porthole view. There is also a desk and chair, TV, state of the art ‘infotainment’ system and private bathroom with shower, vanity and heated floor.

Ocean Explorer cruise ship

Quark Expeditions Cruises:   Ocean Explorer

Ocean Explorer, the newest addition to the fleet, is modern, elegant and purpose-built for polar exploration. The 138-passenger vessel has been designed with the latest in expedition ship technology. One of the ship’s key features is the ULSTEIN X-BOW®, a marine engineering innovation that ensures a comfortable and smooth sailing experience thanks to the inverted bow. Located at the bow is the two-story, light-filled library, which introduces a welcome airiness to the expedition ship.
  • Ship Length:
    342 ft (104.2 m)
  • Beam:
    17 ft (5.3 m)
  • Registry:
    Portugal
  • Number of Crew:
    105
  • Passenger Capacity:
    138
  • Number of Staterooms:
    57
  • Number of Suites:
    11

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The colorfully painted beach houses of Slovenia as seen from a cave
Don't Miss Out on Any Trip Enhancing Shore Excursions!
Immerse yourself in local culture with authentic cooking classes, traditional dance lessons, and unforgettable visits to historical landmarks during your cruise shore excursions.
A beautiful wooden foyer with luxury seating and shelves filled with fine items
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Enjoy the local culture and savor delicious cuisine with pre-cruise or post-cruise stays, ensuring a seamless transition between your land and sea adventures.