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18 Night Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula Cruise

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L'Austral

Category SSF - Seven Seas Suite Forward
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18 Night Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula Cruise

From Ushuaia, (Argentina) to Buenos Aires, (Argentina)

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L'Austral
Ponant Cruises
4 Stars

Cruise #: 13933063

Sail Date: Saturday, Feb 28, 2026

Return Date: Wednesday, Mar 18, 2026

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Room Types & Rates:

Oceanview		$17,580
Balcony		$18,790
Suite		$29,090

*Prices are per person based on double occupancy

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18 Night Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula Cruise

Cruise Segment of Itinerary

Saturday - Feb 28, 2026

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Ushuaia, Argentina
Depart: 18:00:00

Capital of Argentina's Tierra del Fuego province, Ushuaia is considered the gateway to the White Continent and the South Pole. Nicknamed "El fin del mundo" by the Argentinian people, this city at the end of the world nestles in the shelter of mountains surrounded by fertile plains that the wildlife seem to have chosen as the ultimate sanctuary. With its exceptional site, where the Andes plunge straight into the sea, Ushuaia is one of the most fascinating places on earth, its very name evocative of journeys to the unlikely and the inaccessible... ...
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Sunday - Mar 1, 2026

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Drake Passage, Antarctica

Use your days spent in the Drake Passage to familiarize yourself with your ship and deepen your knowledge of the Antarctic. The Expedition Leader will first present the IAATO rules of conduct that must be observed during landings in the region and will explain everything you need to know about the zodiac outings. Lectures about the history and wildlife of the Antarctic will be an opportunity for you to learn more about this magical region, where every cruise is a unique experience. You will experience exceptional sailing moments on board, joining the naturalist-guides on your ship's exterior decks to look out for albatrosses, cape petrels, and other seabirds flying over the Drake Passage. ...
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Monday - Mar 2, 2026

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Drake Passage, Antarctica

Tuesday - Mar 3, 2026

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Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Succumb to the magic of a place unlike any other. To this day, the mythical Antarctic Peninsula still holds real fascination and promises its visitors unforgettable moments. Throughout your adventure in this icy realm, you will find yourself in the heart of a spectacular decor in subtle shades of blue and white, surrounded by exceptional wildlife. Penguins, humpback whales, seals, and giant petrels are at home here, as are elephant seals, fur seals, Antarctic minke whales, and orcas. Depending on which sites you will be lucky enough to visit, you may get the chance to observe them and share with them the beauty of these extreme parts. Each day, based on ice conditions, the Captain and the Expedition Leader will suggest zodiac outings or landings to discover the infinite riches of the Antarctic Peninsula. Glaciers, ice floes, tabletop icebergs, mountain peaks that plunge straight into the sea, volcanic beaches, research stations, enchanting bays, and vestiges of the whaling industry: these are the faces of Antarctica that will likely reveal themselves to you, in a hushed and surreal atmosphere. You will sail in the wake of Jean-Baptiste Charcot, Adrien de Gerlache, and Sir Ernest Shackleton, great Antarctic explorers who, from the 19th century, set out to conquer these remote and uninhabited lands. ...
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Wednesday - Mar 4, 2026

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5

Cruising the Weddell Sea, Antarctica

Amidst the eerie stillness of the Weddell Sea, you'll wend your way through a veritable labyrinth of majestic table icebergs. Sweeping ice platforms sculpt a landscape unlike any other, populated by fur seals, penguins, wandering albatross, and other imposing seabirds. The Weddell seal, king of this realm, will welcome you to his territory with a haunting cry that pierces the surrounding silence. You'll recognize him by his dark grey coat and spotted belly. Weddell seals have the impressive distinction of being able to stay underwater for more than an hour. ...
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Thursday - Mar 5, 2026

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At Sea

During your journey at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness center. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship's upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest, and entertainment. ...
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Friday - Mar 6, 2026

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7

At Sea

Saturday - Mar 7, 2026

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8

South Georgia Island

Aboard your ship, discover South Georgia, a region formed by an underwater mountain chain that extends from the Andes to the Antarctic Peninsula. All the wildlife of the Far South can be found there: king and gentoo penguins, elephant seals, fur seals... You might get the chance to discover the majestic glaciers of Gold Harbour and the vast plains of Fortuna Bay. If you are fortunate enough to land at Salisbury Plain, you can expect a wonderful spectacle: more than 300,000 king penguins, which you will recognise by the bright orange mark on their head and neck, have taken up residence there. ...
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Sunday - Mar 8, 2026

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South Georgia Island

Monday - Mar 9, 2026

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South Georgia Island

Tuesday - Mar 10, 2026

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11

At Sea

Wednesday - Mar 11, 2026

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At Sea

Thursday - Mar 12, 2026

Day
13

Port Stanley, Falkland Islands

Situated at the far eastern end of the Falklands' largest island, Port Stanley is the capital of this remote archipelago in the South Atlantic, composed of nearly 700 islands and islets. In 1764, Louis Antoine de Bougainville settled the first pioneers here and the port grew rapidly. Placed under the Spanish crown in 1767, then under British sovereignty since 1833, the town has retained some South American features fused with the Victorian style that punctuate the city, and the houses with their colorful roofs brighten the moorland landscapes with their windy and harsh climate reminiscent of the Scottish islands of Orkney or Shetland. In front of the cathedral, built in 1933, an arch made of whale jaw bones reminds us that Port Stanley was once a whaling port. ...
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Friday - Mar 13, 2026

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14

At Sea

Saturday - Mar 14, 2026

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At Sea

Sunday - Mar 15, 2026

Day
16

Puerto Madryn, Argentina

On the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, in the Argentinian province of Chubut, stands the city of Puerto Madryn nestling in the Golfo Nuevo and surrounded by wild and abundant nature. You will be able to follow the narrow strip of land formed by the isthmus for a few kilometers, to reach the Valdes Peninsula nature reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its microclimate, protected from the extreme conditions of the Southern Atlantic, makes this an ideal breeding ground for southern right whales in winter, but also for southern elephant seals, southern sea lions, and orcas. You may get the chance to spot numerous birds, Magellanic penguins, guanacos, and Patagonian maras living in this desert steppe. ...
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Monday - Mar 16, 2026

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17

At Sea

Tuesday - Mar 17, 2026

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At Sea

Wednesday - Mar 18, 2026

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19

Buenos Aires, Argentina

A port city built on the south-western shore of the Rio de la Plata, between the Atlantic Ocean and the vast Argentine pampas, Buenos Aires is a unique city in Latin America. Nicknamed the "Little Paris of South America", the Argentine capital is a clever blend of architecture with European influences and a joyful Latin American atmosphere. Designed on an orthogonal grid plan, it has 48 districts, all of which are as charming as they are different, with a range of styles such as Belle Epoque, Gothic, and Baroque. With its markets overflowing with treasures, its legendary cultural and architectural heritage, and tango providing its background music, the Argentine capital will delight you on every street corner. ...
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