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7 Night Antarctic Express Fly the Drake Cruise and Land Tour from Punta Arenas

Ship: World Explorer
Cruise Line: Quark Expeditions
Sailed:  Tuesday, Dec 5, 2023 from Punta Arenas, Chile
Ended: Tuesday, Dec 12, 2023
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Tuesday, Dec 5, 2023 departure of the World Explorer. If Quark Expeditions modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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Day by Day Summary and Map

Day 1 - Tuesday - Dec 5, 2023
Punta Arenas, Chile
Punta Arenas, Chile      
Your adventure begins in Punta Arenas, Chile, the most populated city in southern Patagonia. If you arrive early, there are many museums, restaurants, and shops to keep you busy for days. By early afternoon, a Quark Expeditions representative will meet you at the official starting point hotel, where you'll enjoy a welcome dinner and be briefed about preparing for your embarkation day.
Day 2 - Wednesday - Dec 6, 2023
Punta Arenas, Chile
Punta Arenas, Chile      
Air Travel      
Cruise Begins      
King George Island, Antarctica      
Your charter flight from Punta Arenas to Antarctica will have you crossing the legendary Drake Passage in only two hours. Far below, the ship will approach King George Island for your arrival. Your first glimpse of dramatic Antarctic landscapes will be from a unique perspective, as your plane descends for landing in the South Shetland Islands. After landing, make your way to the shore, before being transferred by Zodiac to your ship to set sail for the Antarctic Peninsula!
Day 3 - Thursday - Dec 7, 2023
Cruising Antarctica, Antarctica
Cruising Antarctica, Antarctica      
There are few places in the world as evocative as Antarctica. The White Continent is indescribable and can only be fully appreciated through your own eyes. As your captain and Expedition Team keep a lookout for whales and seabirds, you'll be alerted to any new sightings. The onboard team of expert presenters will deepen your experience with explanations of the glaciology, history, and wildlife of the region, and presentations on photography to help you take memory-catching images. Even more exciting are your daily excursions. Your first Zodiac landing is something you'll never forget! Walking on a shore dotted with penguins is the most intimate way to experience the unique wildlife of Antarctica. Each landing is different and is dependent on weather, but every day presents new sightings and photo opportunities, and it won't be long before you can tell the difference between Adelie, gentoo, and chinstrap penguins. You may take a Zodiac cruise in search of whales and icebergs one day, followed by a hike to a penguin rookery the next day. From the booming sound of a calving glacier to the thrill of spotting apex predators like leopard seals and orcas in action, you'll wake up early and welcome each day with a sense of adventure and a desire to explore during this unrivaled travel experience. Your Expedition Team will accompany you all along the way, providing insights into the places you visit.
Day 4 - Friday - Dec 8, 2023
Cruising Antarctica, Antarctica
Cruising Antarctica, Antarctica      
Day 5 - Saturday - Dec 9, 2023
Cruising Antarctica, Antarctica
Cruising Antarctica, Antarctica      
Day 6 - Sunday - Dec 10, 2023
Cruising Antarctica, Antarctica
Cruising Antarctica, Antarctica      
Day 7 - Monday - Dec 11, 2023
King George Island, Antarctica
King George Island, Antarctica      
Cruise Ends      
Air Travel      
Punta Arenas, Chile      
After your week of exploration, you'll say goodbye to your Expedition Team and disembark at King George Island. Your two-hour flight across the Drake Passage to Punta Arenas, Chile, brings your adventure to an end. After your group transfer to the hotel, you are free to explore and enjoy an evening on your own, in the city, or at the hotel to reminisce about the sights and sounds of Antarctica.
Day 8 - Tuesday - Dec 12, 2023
Punta Arenas, Chile
Punta Arenas, Chile      
After breakfast, you are welcome to continue on your own travels or make your way to the Punta Arenas airport for your homeward flights.