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13 Night Crossing the Antarctic Circle Southern Expedition Cruise and Land Tour

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13 Night Crossing the Antarctic Circle Southern Expedition Cruise and Land Tour

From Ushuaia, (Argentina) to Ushuaia, (Argentina)

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Ocean Explorer
Quark Expeditions
5 Stars

Cruise #: 11541797

Sail Date: Monday, Feb 9, 2026

Return Date: Sunday, Feb 22, 2026

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Room Types & Rates:

Oceanview		Call to Book1-800-427-8473
Balcony		$18,441
Suite		$20,566

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13 Night Crossing the Antarctic Circle Southern Expedition Cruise and Land Tour

Land Segment of Itinerary

Monday - Feb 9, 2026

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Ushuaia, Argentina

You will begin your journey in Ushuaia, a small but bustling port town at the tip of South America. This Argentine town is an ideal gateway for you to explore the southern extent of Patagonia while preparing for your adventure ahead. Enjoy active outings in the mountains or sample handcrafted chocolate at a cafe in town. ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Tuesday - Feb 10, 2026

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Ushuaia, Argentina

Cruise Segment of Itinerary

Day 2 - Tuesday - Feb 10, 2026

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Cruise Begins

Ushuaia, Argentina

As the ship sets sail in the late afternoon, you will begin your Antarctic journey, passing through the historic Beagle Channel. Named after the famed ship on which Charles Darwin traveled, the channel presents great photo opportunities of landscapes and seabirds. Eventually the channel opens up to the Southern Ocean, and onwards to Antarctica. ...
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Wednesday - Feb 11, 2026

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Drake Passage, Antarctica

Your days at sea are filled with presentations led by your Expedition Team on photography, wildlife, glaciology, and history. You can also spend time on deck looking for wildlife or chatting with your shipmates over a drink at the bar.

Thursday - Feb 12, 2026

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Drake Passage, Antarctica

Friday - Feb 13, 2026

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Cruising Antarctica, Antarctica

The most common reaction upon reaching the 7th Continent is a sense of reverence and awe. The experience is beyond words, since few places are as untouched and enduring as Antarctica. You will begin to appreciate why this region has long captivated the attention of explorers and travelers alike. Every visit to Antarctica we witness something new or unexpected, which means that your expedition will be unlike any other-creating a unique, personal experience. Each day, you will take Zodiac excursions from the ship to explore local bays, channels, and landing sites. With wildlife always at the forefront of our minds, you will visit penguin rookeries, scout for humpback and minke whales, and search for a number of southern seal species, including the elusive leopard seal. Your Expedition Team will take care of you at each landing, whether you are exploring the Antarctic terrain, visiting a historic research base, or consorting with penguin colonies. Chinstrap, Adelie, and gentoo penguins are found here, along with five different species of seals. Zodiac and ship cruising can offer opportunities to view some of the larger local marine mammals more intimately, such as Antarctic minke and humpback whales. Each day and each excursion will present a new collection of creatures to delight you and keep your camera busy. Your days will be busy spotting wildlife and being mesmerized by the astounding beauty of Antarctica. Listening to the crackling and crumbling of icebergs and glaciers and watching penguins waddling on the beach will become your daily entertainment, while sea kayaking, paddle excursions, or camping are optional activities available on select voyages (at an extra cost). ...
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Saturday - Feb 14, 2026

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Cruising Antarctica, Antarctica

Sunday - Feb 15, 2026

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Cruising Antarctica, Antarctica

Monday - Feb 16, 2026

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Cruising Antarctica, Antarctica

Crossing the Antarctic Circle is both a memorable experience and impressive achievement, as few travelers reach so far south. If conditions allow us to reach this latitude, we'll toast the first explorers who ventured here, and you can raise a glass and take pride in knowing you've made it to a part of the world visited by very few people. This is raw Antarctica, home of the midnight sun, Weddell seals, and your best chances of encountering sea ice-the foundation of the Antarctic marine ecosystem. ...
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Tuesday - Feb 17, 2026

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9

Cruising Antarctica, Antarctica

Wednesday - Feb 18, 2026

Day
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Cruising Antarctica, Antarctica

By now, your knowledge of Adelie, chinstrap, and gentoo penguins will be matched by your ability to differentiate between a leopard, crabeater, and Weddell seal. Terms like 'bergy bits' and 'pancake ice' will become part of your vocabulary, yet there are still many tales to be told. As you head north, Zodiac excursions will fill your days, and your Expedition Team will continue looking out for species of seabirds, seals, and whales that may have eluded you on your journey south. ...
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Thursday - Feb 19, 2026

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Cruising Antarctica, Antarctica

Friday - Feb 20, 2026

Day
12

Drake Passage, Antarctica

As you recross the Drake, Antarctica fades away, leaving you with a collection of memories to last a lifetime. Excited conversations with your newfound friends will make the crossing fly by, regardless of weather and sea conditions. Your Expedition Team will round up its series of presentations as well, with a slideshow of the adventures you've shared and wildlife you've witnessed over the course of your voyage. Be sure to take some time to reflect on everything you've experienced so far. ...
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Saturday - Feb 21, 2026

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13

Drake Passage, Antarctica

Sunday - Feb 22, 2026

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Ushuaia, Argentina

Today, you'll say goodbye to your Expedition Team and fellow travelers, disembarking in the morning to catch your homeward flights or continue your travels on your own.

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