Antarctica Classic

This 10-night escorted tour with G Adventures starts in Ushuaia, where you'll spend a night before boarding the Expedition ship. The journey crosses the Drake Passage, offering time to spot soaring albatrosses before venturing into the South Shetland Islands. The landings are by Zodiac boats, requiring waterproof gear and an ability to manage wet, uneven terrain.

Once in Antarctica, passengers can expect to see immense icebergs and glaciers, penguin rookeries, and whales—each sight contributing to a landscape rarely visited. There are lectures onboard to enrich understanding of the region’s natural history and conservation efforts. The pace accommodates the unpredictability of polar travel, with flexibility in the itinerary to make the most of conditions.

The trip concludes back in Ushuaia, with time to explore before departing. The Expedition team provides careful guidance on environmental protocols, ensuring visitors act as responsible guests to this fragile continent. This is an expedition-style holiday, involving rugged conditions and an attentive crew rather than a traditional sightseeing tour.