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.
