Quest for the Antarctic Circle
15 nights
National Geographic Endurance
5 Dec '27Cruise overview
Experience an in-depth exploration of the Antarctic Peninsula with the pioneers of Antarctic cruising, featuring nine days on the continent—our longest, most comprehensive Antarctica experience available. This is the pinnacle of expeditionary travel as we push further south into rarely visited territory in pursuit of the Antarctic Circle. National Geographic Endurance, your home base for the adventure, is purpose-built to offer unprecedented access to these rarified places, and our diverse team of experts will ensure we maximize our time in the region. Along the way, Zodiac cruise around enormous icebergs, watch for whales off the bow, kayak in tranquility, and hike onshore. Choose an active agenda or surrender to the pleasures of relaxing downtime and shipboard camaraderie. Plus, get top shots with the help of a National Geographic Photography Expert.
Itinerary
Buenos Aires
Arrive in Buenos Aires, the cosmopolitan capital of Argentina, or Santiago, Chile’s mountainous capital.
Transfer from the airport to the Alvear Icon, or similar (National Geographic Endurance).
Or transfer to the Ritz-Carlton, Santiago, or similar (National Geographic Resolution).
Arrival Time: Arrive before 11:30 a.m. local time.
Arrival City: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Glamorous and gritty, Buenos Aires is two cities in one. What makes Argentina’s capital so fascinating is its dual heritage—part European, part Latin American. Plaza de Mayo resembles a grand square in Madrid, and the ornate Teatro Colón would not be out of place in Vienna. But you’ll know you’re in South America by the leather shoes for sale on cobbled streets and impromptu parades of triumphant soccer fans. Limited-production wines, juicy steaks, and ice cream in countless flavors are among the old-world imports the city has perfected.
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Ushuaia
Drake Passage Seas
Drake Passage Seas
Crossing the Antarctic Circle
Crossing the Antarctic Circle
Crossing the Antarctic Circle
Crossing the Antarctic Circle
Crossing the Antarctic Circle
Crossing the Antarctic Circle
Crossing the Antarctic Circle
Crossing the Antarctic Circle
Crossing the Antarctic Circle
At sea
At sea
Ushuaia
Category 1 - Fore Deck
#404, 406, 408, 411, 413, 415 — Cabin with two large windows, two singles that can convert to a queen, writing desk and chair, two bedside tables, window sofa, coffee table, and a closet.
Amenities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Ship features
National Geographic Endurance offers a perfect blend of scientific discovery, refined comfort and cutting-edge expedition technology.
- X-Bow® design for smoother polar sailing
- PC5 ice-class hull for year-round Arctic and Antarctic travel
- Light-filled interiors with panoramic lounges
- All-suite accommodation with floor-to-ceiling windows
- Multiple dining venues with regional cuisine
- Science hub and onboard research labs
- Expedition tools: Zodiacs, kayaks, skis and undersea cameras
- Wellness spaces with yoga studio, hot tubs and saunas
- Expert team of naturalists, scientists and Nat Geo photographers
