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ANTARCTIC
PENINSULA CHRISTMAS
ABOARD M/V POLAR STAR
12 Days/ 11
Nights, Ushuaia - Drake Passage - Antarctic Convergence
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Antarctic Peninsula - South Shetland Islands - Ushuaia
Departure: PS910-04 /
Dec 19 - 30, 2009
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Although it is the Austral
Summer, it may seem to be a Winter Wonderland and the
perfect place to celebrate
Christmas and the Holiday
Season. On this magical journey explore the World’s
largest wilderness with historic sites
and wildlife - see penguins,
seals, seabirds and whales in their natural environment.
Each day will also celebrate one
of the different holiday
traditions from around the world. This seems fitting
while in a land effectively owned by no
one, yet collectively
managed and protected by the Antarctic Treaty Nations.
Enjoy a full program of
shore excursions, onboard lectures/presentations and
wildlife viewing on deck and ashore.
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Day 1 USHUAIA
(Argentina) board the M/V Polar Star
in Ushuaia to set off on a journey filled with indescribable
experiences.
Day 2 - 3 DRAKE PASSAGE
As the ship steams across the Drake
Passage, the program of informative lectures begins and a
constant watch for birds and marine wildlife is kept.
Day 4 - 7 ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
Cruise amongst the islands and in the
fjords and bays watching for whales surfacing, seals basking
on ice floes and penguin activity along the shores. There is
excellent Zodiac cruising in places such as Neko Harbour and
Paradise Bay. Landings are planned at historic and wildlife
sites such as Petermann Island, Port Lockroy and Vernadsky.
Day 8 & 9 SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS
At the top of the Antarctic Peninsula,
these islands are well known for penguin rookeries and the
black lava sands of Whaler’s Bay on Deception Island.
Landings in these islands may also include Hannah Point,
Arctowski and Penguin Island.
Day 10 & 11 AT SEA
Time at sea is filled with lectures,
recaps, watching for wildlife and time to relax.
Day 12 DISEMBARK USHUAIA
Back in the charming town of Ushuaia,
disembarkation..
(Please note that this is our planned itinerary – actual
execution is subject to weather and IAATO
Ship Scheduler
limitations. PSE reserves the right to adjust the itinerary
as needed without recourse.)
PS
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MV Polar Star Cabin Plan
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Departure Dates 2009 |
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Voyage |
Date |
Port |
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PS910-04 |
Dec 19 -
30, 2009 |
Ushuaia
- Ushuaia |
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Prices in US Dollar |
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Cabin Category |
Description
(# of cabin in brackets) |
Per person |
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K1-T |
Triple
- shared facilities (4) |
6,405 |
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K1-D |
Double
- shared facilities (4) |
7,760 |
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K2
- D |
Double
- private facilities (15) |
8,995 |
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K3
- D |
Double - private facilities ( 16) |
9,295 |
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K4 T |
Superior Triple - private facilities (4) |
8,210 |
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K4
- D |
Double
- private facilities (4) |
10,465 |
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K6
- D |
Mini
suite - private facilities (5) |
10,995 |
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K7
- D |
Suite-
private facilities (2) |
11,995 |
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Single
passenger supplement is 1.6 x double occupancy
fare. |
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A provisional fuel
surcharge of US $30 per passenger,
per night is in
effect.
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Included
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Voyage aboard the indicated vessel as
per itinerary
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Cabin category of choice -
Meals throughout
the voyage aboard the ship incl. coffee,
tea and juice -
10 Breakfasts, -
9 Lunches -
10 Dinners -
Onboard gratuities -
All shore excursions and activities
throughout the voyage by Zodiac
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Onboard lectures
by noted naturalists and activities -
Expedition guide service -
Complimentary
rubber boot rental program -
Complimentary PSE
Maritime Expedition Outer Shell (jacket
custom designed for the layering
concept) -
All miscellaneous service taxes -
Port charges
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Access to medical services when
available onboard at posted prices
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Not Included
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Airfare to and from M/V Polar Star -
Airport departure taxes
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Transport to and
from M/V Polar Star -
Visa, passports and vaccination charges
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Pre and post
cruise activities -
Hotels and meals
not included in the ship cruise
itinerary -
Personal items such as laundry, postage,
communication costs, medical
expenses, alcoholic beverages and bar
charges (alcohol, bottled water, sodas) -
Personal clothing
requirements, medical expenses -
Communication
costs (phone, fax, email) and shop
purchases. -
Baggage, cancellation and personal trip
insurance (strongly recommended)
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Emergency evacuation charges
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Gratuity for stewards and other service
personnel aboard (guidelines will be
provided) -
$ 25 Service fee
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Detailed Terms
and Conditions are available upon request
and are
automatically include with booking
correspondence.
we highly recommend that passengers
purchase
cancellation, trip disruption, baggage and
personal
property, medical and emergency evacuation
insurance.
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Disclaimer |
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All itineraries
are for guidance only. Programs may vary
depending on
local ice and weather conditions and in
order
to take
advantage of opportunities to see wildlife.
Flexibility is
paramount for expedition cruises.
Click
here for
Expedition map
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