Thank you for joining Aurora Expeditions on our special Across the Antarctic Circle Christmas sailing expedition. Venturing below the Antarctic Circle is about more than just earning bragging rights. It is the chance to enter a different world more rarely seen, it feels more isolated and colder than further north, with great swathes of pack-ice and dreamlike icebergs. Thread through pack ice and narrow channels where scenes of ice-clad mountains, feeding whales and lively penguin colonies become lasting memories. Highlights: • Enjoy a special Christmas dinner with new friends surrounded by the most incredible views you could ever imagine • Celebrate the crossing of the Antarctic Circle at latitude 66°33' South (approximately) • By Zodiac, explore hidden bays and quiet coves hoping to spot whales, penguins, and ice seals such as Weddell and crabeater seals. • Visit fascinating historic sites including explorers’ huts and scientific stations. Price includes: All airport transfers mentioned in the itinerary One night’s hotel accommodation with breakfast in Ushuaia on day 1 Half day city tour in Ushuaia on day 2 prior to embarkation Luggage transfer from your hotel in Ushuaia to ship on day 2 On-board accommodation during the voyage including daily cabin service All meals, snacks, tea and coffee during the voyage Beer, house wine and soft drinks with dinner Captain’s Farewell reception includes four-course dinner, house cocktails, house beer and wine, non-alcoholic beverages All shore excursions and Zodiac cruises Educational lectures and guiding services from expedition team Complimentary access to onboard expedition doctor and medical clinic (initial consult) A 3-in-1 waterproof polar expedition jacket Complimentary use of muck boots during the voyage Comprehensive pre-departure information Port surcharges, permits and landing fees Gratuities for ship crew Not included: International or domestic flights to or within South America, unless specified Transfers not mentioned in the itinerary Airport arrival or departure taxes Passport, visa, reciprocity and vaccination charges Travel insurance or emergency evacuation charges Hotels and meals not included in the itinerary Optional excursions not included in the itinerary Optional activity surcharges All items of a personal nature including but not limited to: alcoholic beverages and soft drinks (outside of dinner service), laundry services, personal clothing, medical expenses, Wi-Fi, email or phone charges Add-on activities: Sea kayaking Snorkeling Snowshoeing *In true expedition style we encourage exploration and adventure, offering flexibility in challenging environments in a way that puts you among the action to see and do as much as possible. This itinerary is only a guide and is subject to change due to ice and weather conditions.