Day 1: Start of the Air-Cruise Your journey begins in Ushuaia, Argentina, at the pier.

Board your ship in the afternoon and sail along the Beagle Channel to Puerto Williams, Chile, the southernmost city in the world. Explore the surroundings before setting sail for Cape Horn.

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Day 2: Cape Horn and Drake Passage

After crossing Nassau Bay overnight, you wake up to the full view of the legendary Cape Horn. Weather permitting, board a Zodiac and be one of the few privileged adventurers to set foot on this famous and rarely visited island. Back on board, set sail for Antarctica and cross the famous passage in honor of Sir Francis Drake, the great 16th century British explorer.

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Days 3: Drake Passage

As you sail through the Drake Passage to King George Island in the South Shetland Islands, participate in an engaging program of lectures and presentations. Accompanied by expert guides, observe wildlife from the lounge or outside decks. You can spot magnificent seabirds, such as albatrosses and petrels, as well as different species of whales on their way south to Antarctica.

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Day 4: Drake Passage and Antarctica

After crossing the Antarctic Convergence, the environment changes markedly. Keep your camera ready, as this is the time to observe the first icebergs and the first view of Antarctic land. Arriving at the South Shetland Islands, sail into ice-filled bays while enjoying the company of seabirds, penguins, seals and whales. Board a Zodiac for your first memorable visit to a penguin colony. Exploration will continue late into the night taking advantage of the long Antarctic daylight.

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Day 5: Antarctica and scheduled return flight

Upon arrival at King George Island, disembark at Fildes Bay. A 2 km (1.25 mile) walk takes you past Chile's Frei Station and Russia's Bellingshausen Station to the aircraft. Bid farewell to Antarctica as you board your flight back to Punta Arenas. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for the night (Note: Meals in Punta Arenas are at your leisure and are not included in the program).

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Day 6: End of Air-Cruise

After breakfast, transfer to Punta Arenas airport for your connecting flight.