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A&K Le Lyrial - 199 Guests

Antarctic Cruise Adventure

13 days Ushuaia Roundtrip, including internal flights!

Embark on the Luxury Expedition Cruise of a lifetime to extraordinary Antarctica, where towering icebergs and massive glaciers showcase flawless beauty. Discover the effects of rising global temperatures firsthand with enthralling lectures by climate scientist Dr. James McClintock, enjoy daily Zodiac excursions to the White Continent and witness rare and thrilling wildlife up close — from lively penguin colonies to several species of whale.

SPECIAL OFFER!

  • REDUCED SINGLE SUPPLEMENT! .
  • AIR CREDIT! International air not included. International air credit of $5,000 is valid per paying guest for all staterooms and suites. Air must be booked and ticketed through A&K USA, LLC. Airfare must be paid in full by the traveller for ticket issuance. Air credit will appear as a discount off the cruise on the travellers invoice.
  • CHILDREN! One child (7-18 years old) sails free when sharing with an adult on the Holiday Voyage.
  • • Offers valid on new bookings only, are subject to availability, and may be withdrawn at any time. Other restrictions may apply.




     

     

    HIGHLIGHTS

    A&K Advantages
    • Cruise for 10 nights on an exclusively A&K chartered expedition to Antarctica, timed during the peak of the austral summer
    • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula for five action-packed days of adventure with A&K’s award-winning Expedition Team and daily Zodiac excursions
    • Discover rare yet abundant wildlife, such as chinstrap penguins, humpback whales and giant albatrosses
    • Experience a focus on climate change research, joined by special guest and noted Antarctic researcher Dr. James McClintock, who offers a lecture series on the impact of rising global temperatures on this fragile ecosystem
    • Begin your journey with a two-night stay in Buenos Aires and explore this vibrant Latin city with your choice of shore excursion

    DATES / RATES

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    ITINERARY

    DEC 10
    Arrive Buenos Aires, Argentina
    Upon arrival in Argentina’s capital, you are met and transferred to the Palacio Duhau — Park Hyatt Buenos Aires, where you spend the rest of the day at leisure. Located in the fashionable residential enclave of Recoleta, your contemporary luxury hotel occupies a restored palace dating to 1934.

    Palacio Duhau — Park Hyatt Buenos Aires

    DEC 11
    Buenos Aires | A Capital Like No Other
    Latin passion and European romance define Buenos Aires, a dynamic city known for its diverse architecture, vibrant contemporary art scene and lively steakhouses. Today, you might opt for a panoramic city tour complete with a tango demonstration, or simply relax and enjoy your hotel’s luxurious amenities. Later this afternoon, meet with your fellow adventurers for a welcome cocktail reception.

    Palacio Duhau — Park Hyatt Buenos Aires, Meals: Breakfast

    DEC 12
    Ushuaia | Gateway to Antarctica
    Fly to the charming port town of Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world and your gateway to Antarctica. After lunch at the panoramic Arakur Ushuaia Resort & Spa, opt for a nature walk, or stay put to unwind and savor views spanning the Beagle Channel and the rugged Andean mountainscape beyond. This afternoon, transfer to your ship and settle in. Later this evening, your vessel navigates into the Beagle Channel before heading out to sea.

    Le Lyrial, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    DEC 13
    At Sea | Cruising the Drake Passage
    Awake to your first morning aboard. Today, your vessel cruises the Drake Passage, the 600-mile-wide confluence of the Atlantic and Pacific oceans.

    Le Lyrial, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    DEC 14
    At Sea | Cruising the Drake Passage
    Continue cruising today and join your naturalists on the deck to look for various species of whale and abundant seabirds, which join other mammals in feasting on the krill-rich waters of the Drake Passage. Later in the evening, chat with experts about the wildlife spotted today and learn about the next day’s itinerary.

    Le Lyrial, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    DEC 15
    Antarctica | The White Continent
    Today, conditions permitting, ‘Le Lyrial’ cruises the Antarctic Sound. Located at the northernmost tip of the Antarctic mainland, the sound harbors a proliferation of giant icebergs and one of Antarctica’s largest colonies of Adélie penguin. Your Expedition Team scouts for opportunities to land on remote, biodiverse islands.

    Le Lyrial, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    DEC 16
    Antarctica | Islands of Discovery
    This morning your Expedition Team may chart a course for the South Shetland Islands, an enclave of captivating history, geology and wildlife. Here, your team looks for the best opportunities to visit volcanic islands and historic sites, as well as gentoo, Adélie and chinstrap penguin rookeries.

    Le Lyrial, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    DEC 17
    Antarctica | Scenic Waterways
    Bordering the South Shetland Islands along the Antarctic continent, the Danco Coast is famed for its scenic, jawdropping waterways. From the comfort of your vessel, you may sail through some of its most stunning and photogenic channels, straits and bays.

    Le Lyrial, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    DEC 18
    Antarctica | Wondrous Wilderness
    Continue exploring the Antarctic Peninsula and after a full day of adventure, recap the day’s discoveries with your naturalist guides, spend time on deck chatting with fellow guests and take in enriching presentations from the Expedition Team. Later, unwind over cocktails in the lounge before dinner in the elegant dining room.

    Le Lyrial, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    DEC 19
    Antarctica | A Twilight to Remember
    Possible excursions today may include a Zodiac cruise through an area renowned for its prolific humpback whale sightings or visits to sites known to harbor gentoo penguin, kelp gull and breeding skua. Following today’s exciting excursions, relax or seize the opportunity to capture photos amid Antarctica’s distinctively atmospheric twilight.

    Le Lyrial, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    DEC 20
    At Sea | A Parting Glimpse
    Bid farewell to Antarctica and begin your cruise back to Ushuaia. The ship’s return through the Drake Passage is an interlude for recap and reflection, offering time to compare notes with your expert lecturers on the wildlife, history and geology of the White Continent.

    Le Lyrial, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    DEC 21
    At Sea | Cruising the Drake Passage
    While cruising through this historic passage, you may spot various Drake Passage seabird species, including the elusive albatross and the giant petrel.

    Le Lyrial, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    EC 22
    Depart Ushuaia
    ‘Le Lyrial’ is scheduled to dock in Ushuaia this morning. After breakfast, bid farewell to your crew and fellow guests before disembarking. Then, transfer to the airport for your connecting flight to Buenos Aires.

    Meals: Breakfast

    Note: Itinerary may be adjusted at the sole discretion of the Captain due to weather, wildlife, sea and ice conditions, medical emergencies and unforeseen circumstances beyond A&K’s control.


    A&K Le Lyrial (Luxury Expedition, 199-guests)

    An A&K voyage to Antarctica offers the opportunity to experience the world's most pristine region at its very best on board the comfortable and sophisticated Le Lyrial. Enjoy its stunning blue palette inspired by the Vega star, all-balcony staterooms and suites, and the finest expedition staff cruising the southern ocean today.

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    WHAT'S INCLUDED

    Included With This Luxury Expedition Cruise
    • An Exclusively Chartered, All-Inclusive Voyage Led by A&K’s Expedition Team
    • Pre-Cruise Stay at Stylish, Ideally Located Hotel and A&K-Led Excursion
    • Airport Meet and Greet and Transfers
    • Private Balcony with Every Onboard Accommodation and Butler Service with Every Suite
    • Maximum Personnel-to-Guest Ratio of 1 to 1.2 and ship occupancy limited to 80 percent
    • Culinary Program Featuring French-Inspired Cuisine, Including House Drinks, Afternoon Tea and Pastries
    • 24-Hour Room Service and Breakfast in Bed on board
    • Complimentary Expedition Parka, Backpack and Water Bottle, and Use of Waterproof Pants, Boots and Trekking Poles
    • Zodiac Excursions Led by A&K Expert Naturalist Driver-Guides
    • Traveller’s Valet® Laundry Service on board
    • All Gratuities, Port Charges and Taxes
    • Complimentary Wi-Fi on Board and in Hotels
    • Onboard Service from an English-Speaking Staff, Including an Accredited Physician
    • 24/7 A&K On-Call Support
    Journey Details:
    • Internal Air Included (Economy Class, $995 value)
    • Buenos Aires/Ushuaia/Buenos Aires
    • This journey contains some active elements, including Zodiac boat excursions, walks over uneven terrain and optional, challenging hikes.
    • Minimum age is 7 years old.
    • Categories 4–9 include room upgrade at the hotel and butler service aboard the ship.
    • First group event: excursion on Dec 11.
    • Last group event: disembarkation by 9:00 a.m.

     
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