Hurtigruten
Antarctic cruises, expedition cruises to Antarctica
Everything about Antarctica is superlative. The world’s highest, driest, coldest, cleanest continent, it leaves an indelible impression on the minds of all visitors. To take a voyage past Cape Horn, across the Drake Passage to the peninsula is to join what is still an exclusive group of intrepid travellers inspired by the legacy of Antarctic exploration
Unimaginably rich in fauna, the southern ocean is a constant drama of survival and stealth. Leopard and fur seals, minke whales, several species of penguin and great flocks of seabirds – including the wandering albatross – give life to this surreally beautiful landscape. When you manage to tear your eyes away from the wildlife, the icebergs and glaciers present an equally enthralling sight. From the bow, every view is a photographer’s dream and the long summer day means there is plenty of opportunity to take it all in. Excursions by Polar Cirkel boats allow you to get close to the vast communities of king, adélie, gentoo and chinstrap penguins. There are even hot springs here if you want a dip.
On board our ship MS Fram, you will enjoy all the comforts of a modern vessel as you follow in the wake of Antarctic explorers. The ghosts of Scott, Amundsen and Apsley Cherry–Garrard remain and we shall see historic sights including polar cabins, bases and if conditions permit, Elephant Island where Shackleton’s crew wintered while awaiting rescue.
Visiting the white continent, even in the relative luxury of a modern ship, still feels like an expedition - and a rare privilege.
- See the Midnight Sun - 5 day summer voyage from £499pp inc. flights!
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- Fly to Norway direct from Exeter
Fly for FREE
- FREE FLIGHTS on Classic Voyages
Depart any date until 30 September
- Half Board Summer & Autumn Offers
6 nights from £860pp
- Explore the beauty of Greenland
Suite Upgrade plus FREE flights
- Pole to Pole Voyage
10% off all cabin grades+ £500 on board credit.