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Antarctica Classic in Depth

13 days
Start and end in Ushuaia
4.0
5 traveler reviews
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Plan your adventure:
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 134
Age range 12 to 90
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Highlights

  • Explore Ushuaia, the world's southernmost city
  • Embark on the G Expedition through Beagle Channel
  • Cross the Drake Passage with expert lectures
  • Witness Antarctic wildlife on multiple shore landings
  • Recap your journey while crossing back to Ushuaia

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Ushuaia
  2. Day 2 Ushuaia/Drake Passage (1B, 1D)
  3. Day 3-4 Drake Passage/South Shetland Islands (2B, 2L, 2D)
  4. Day 5-10 South Shetland Islands/Antarctic Peninsula (6B, 6L, 6D)
  5. Day 11-12 Drake Passage/Ushuaia (2B, 2L, 2D)
  6. Day 13 Ushuaia (1B)
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What's Included

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  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

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Number of tours

894

Age Range

12 to 90 years old

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G Adventures Ship

  • G Expedition
    G Expedition
    Not only will the G Expedition steer you closer to some of our planet’s most amazing places, our professional and highly-skilled team of o… Read more
    Built
    1972 (refurbished in 2009)
    Guests
    134
    Crew
    69
    Length
    105 m / 344 ft
    Staterooms
    67
    Gross Tonnage
    6334 gt
    Beam
    19 m / 62 ft
    Cruising Speed
    15 kn / 28 kph / 17 mph
    Draft
    4.71

Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Good
    4.0
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.8
  • 4.7
  • Antarctica Classic in Depth reviewer 1
    · January 30th, 2025
    The crew is incredibly caring and shares a...
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience of beautiful Antarctica with us! It sounds like a beautiful trip and we are delighted to know that you enjoyed yourself. We hope to welcome you on another adventure in the near future!
    Trip date: November 2024
  • Antarctica Classic in Depth reviewer 2
    · December 18th, 2024
    To see Antarctica was an unbelievable experience and being taken to experiences that weren’t planned and extra was really special. The crew were all mostly very nice and the service on board very good. The cabin was great and what I saw I will never forget. The military operation of the landings left a somewhat negative impression but I don’t know how you could do it differently. Maybe not so direct and aggressive. At times there was a mismatch between the crew and the passengers. I witnessed a passenger struggling to board a zodiac and the crew member not helping until told and responding with ‚well you should be fit‘ for such a trip. Really. The landings fitted the military aspect where a more hands on guided approach would be more informative. Also the party aspect of the ship doesn’t really match my idea of an Antarctica expedition but I guess that’s life. But I got more than I wanted out of the trip and you can’t say more than that. Thank you.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you so much for your open and honest feedback, Paul. We are glad you enjoyed your time in Antarctica, but will pass on your concerns to the appropriate teams for their review.
    Trip date: December 2024
  • H
    · March 3rd, 2024
    Extremely rude expedition crew who is mostly American, British, and Australian. 1. If you're Chinese or look like one, BEWARE. The crew brings their politics with them. 2. I saw a crew member screaming at a guest who bent down to take a picture. Even though it was prohibited because of bird flu at the time, he should have communicated it politely. Never again for me. Thanks to TourRadar, I'm going with other tour companies from now on.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you for your honest review. We were very sorry to hear that you had this experience. Our Customer Service team will be reaching ojut to you to discuss your concerns.
    Trip date: November 2023
  • EB
    · November 29th, 2022
    This expedition to Antarctica was brilliant and...
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Hi Elizabeth! Thank you for your kind words - we can't wait to have you back.
    Trip date: November 2022
  • CH
    · November 25th, 2018
    G expedition team members are very passionate,...
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    YES! So happy to see this. Thanks Chen-Wei
    Trip date: November 2018

Dates & Availability

13 days
Antarctica Classic in Depth
From Ushuaia to Ushuaia

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  • D

    Daniel

    Asked on January 20th, 2025

    What are the accommodation options available for the single rooms?

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    Single supplement
    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2025

      The price for a private double room in Ushuaia starts at $15599.00 USD, which may vary depending on availability and booking details.

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    Nienke

    Asked on December 4th, 2024

    What is the pricing for different cabin categories?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten December 2024

      Cabin pricing varies, with discounts often available. Category 1 Triple starts at $9199, with other categories like Twin and Double ranging upwards to $12239 before discounts.

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    Anne

    Asked on October 1st, 2024

    Do you have any last-minute deals for Antarctica Cruise from Ushuaia / Punta Arenas? What are the best offers available at the moment?

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    Tour Details
    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten October 2024

      Unfortunately this tour does not run during January. We also do not have a tour starting on 2nd Jan. We have our Quest for the Antarctic Circle that has the following departures near early Jan; 21 Dec, 2024 - 03 Jan, 2025, 8 Feb, 2025 - 21 Feb, 2025. Or, we have our Spirit of Shackleton Tour departing in January; 11 Jan, 2025 - 31 Jan, 2025.

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    Jessica

    Asked on July 7th, 2024

    Can I arrange airport transfers through the tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten July 2024

      Complimentary airport transfers are offered on the first day of the tour or if pre-night accommodation has been booked through us. Details need to be coordinated prior to arrival.

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    Joel Anyss

    Asked on June 4th, 2024

    Is there a pre-paid waitlist for kayaking?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten June 2024

      Yes, the kayaking waitlist is pre-paid. Participants will be refunded fully if they do not get to partake in the activity due to unavailability or lack of required experience.

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    Juan

    Asked on March 10th, 2024

    Do you provide flights from U.S. to Argentina?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten March 2024

      You must source your own flights to the destination and we'll send you joining instructions on how to meet us.

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    Max

    Asked on January 23rd, 2024

    What is the starting point for the Ushuaia tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2024

      The tour begins in Ushuaia, Argentina. Most flights to Ushuaia transit through Buenos Aires.

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    Lee

    Asked on January 7th, 2024

    Is a single supplement possible? Are single cabins available any Antarctic Peninsula cruises in November or December, 2024?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2024

      We do not have any single cabins on our expedition ships, so you would have to pay the singe supplement for a single cabin. If you can let us know the departure date you are looking at and which currency you would like to be quoted, we have a look into this for you.

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    Matthias

    Asked on December 16th, 2023

    What are the benefits of completing the Good to Go profile?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten December 2023

      Completing the Good to Go profile is essential to finalizing travel preparation. It ensures all necessary arrangements like airport transfers are confirmed.

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    Eva

    Asked on December 4th, 2023

    What are the entry requirements for kayaking excursions?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten December 2023

      Participants must be physically fit and have prior kayaking experience to join the kayaking excursions. Activities involve 2-4 hours of paddling and may cover up to five nautical miles. Travelers are expected to paddle in pairs with no single kayaks provided.

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  • Vaccines
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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Argentina. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Argentina. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Argentina. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Argentina. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Recommended for Argentina. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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