✨ Discover Antarctica: The Final Frontier
Ready to tick the most remote continent off your bucket list? Join our luxury Antarctic expedition and witness Earth’s last great wilderness—icebergs, penguins, glaciers, and surreal silence like nowhere else on the planet.
This 14-day all-in journey aboard the elegant SH Vega Swan Hellenic Cruise takes you from the vibrant streets of Buenos Aires to the untouched majesty of the Antarctic Peninsula. This isn’t just a vacation—it’s a transformational expedition.

🧊 ICE WORLD ANTARCTICA
📆 Travel Dates: November 29 – December 12, 2025
🚢 Cruise Line: SH Vega Swan Hellenic (Luxury Polar Expedition)
✈️ DAY 1 – NOV 29 | DEPART MANILA
Begin your Antarctic journey by boarding your Emirates flight from Manila.
Meals on board included.
🌍 DAY 2 – NOV 30 | DUBAI – BUENOS AIRES
Arrive in Dubai and connect to your long-haul flight to Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Upon arrival in Buenos Aires, enjoy a welcome dinner and rest at your hotel.
Meals Included: Dinner
❄️ DAY 3 – DEC 1 | BUENOS AIRES – USHUAIA – BOARD SH VEGA CRUISE
Breakfast at your hotel, then a domestic flight to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world.
Enjoy the charming city views with colorful homes and snowy mountains.
Embark on the luxurious SH Vega Swan Hellenic expedition ship in the late afternoon.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🌊 DAY 4 – DEC 2 | AT SEA – DRAKE PASSAGE
Begin your Antarctic voyage by cruising through the Drake Passage.
Spot seabirds like albatrosses from the ship’s observation decks.
Settle into cruise life with gourmet dining and relaxing lounges.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🧭 DAY 5 – DEC 3 | AT SEA – ANTARCTIC APPROACH
The landscape changes dramatically—watch floating icebergs and shimmering glaciers appear.
Attend onboard lectures by expert guides about Antarctica’s wildlife, geology, and history.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🐧 DAY 6 – DEC 4 | ANTARCTIC PENINSULA – ZODIAC CRUISE
Your first day on the Antarctic Peninsula!
Take a thrilling Zodiac Cruise among massive icebergs and floating ice floes.
See penguin colonies, seals lounging on ice, and surreal ice landscapes up close.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🥾 DAY 7 – DEC 5 | ANTARCTIC PENINSULA – GUIDED HIKE
Step on Antarctic land for a Guided Hike across frozen landscapes.
Walk among icy terrain with expert guides sharing stories of historic explorers.
Perfect for unforgettable photo ops.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
❄️ DAY 8 – DEC 6 | ANTARCTIC PENINSULA – SNOWSHOE EXCURSION
Strap on snowshoes and float across deep powder snow during an exclusive Snowshoe Trek.
Reach untouched, remote areas of the continent and witness spectacular glacial vistas.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🚣 DAY 9 – DEC 7 | ANTARCTIC PENINSULA – OPTIONAL ADVENTURE DAY
Choose your adventure today:
🛶 Kayaking (Optional): Glide between icebergs on crystal-clear waters.
🧊 Polar Plunge (Optional): Dive into Antarctic waters for the ultimate thrill!
Enjoy your last views of Antarctica before the return journey.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🌊 DAY 10 – DEC 8 | AT SEA – DRAKE PASSAGE RETURN
Begin your return journey north across the Drake Passage.
Enjoy storytelling, photos, and camaraderie with fellow travellers.
Relax in lounges and join onboard activities.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🎓 DAY 11 – DEC 9 | AT SEA – LECTURES & RELAXATION
Continue your luxurious cruise back to Ushuaia.
Attend Expert-led Lectures on Antarctic science and history.
Reflect on your expedition in peaceful lounges or with new friends.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
✈️ DAY 12 – DEC 10 | USHUAIA – BUENOS AIRES
Disembark in Ushuaia and catch your domestic flight back to Buenos Aires.
Connect to your international Emirates flight home later that evening.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Meals on Board
✈️ DAY 13 – DEC 11 | IN TRANSIT – DUBAI
Transit through Dubai en route to Manila. Meals on board.
🏡 DAY 14 – DEC 12 | ARRIVE MANILA
Arrive in Manila, carrying the memories of the most remote, awe-inspiring journey of your life.
Meals Included: Meals on Board
🧳 Inclusions
✔️ Roundtrip International & Domestic Airfare
✔️ Hotel accommodation pre-cruise
✔️ 9-night luxury cruise aboard SH Vega
✔️ Full board gourmet meals
✔️ Shore excursions, lectures, English-speaking guide
✔️ Travel insurance, taxes, gratuities, port charges
❌ Exclusions
❌ Argentina Visa
With US Visa: USD 210
Without US Visa: USD 410
💸 Rates & Booking Info
Business Class: PHP 1,188,888
Single Supplement: + PHP 600,000
💳 Payment Terms:
25% deposit within 5 days of booking (non-refundable)
25% 60 days after booking
50% 60 days before departure
📩 Ready to book your place on the ultimate polar adventure?
Fill in the form below.
Last few slots left. Antarctica 2025 is calling! 🧊🐧
💬 Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this physically demanding?
A: Moderate mobility is ideal. Excursions like hikes and snowshoeing are optional, and most guests can tailor activities to their comfort level.
Q: Is it safe?
A: Yes. All activities are led by certified polar expedition guides. The SH Vega is a modern ship with state-of-the-art navigation and safety.
Q: What’s included?
✅ International & domestic flights
✅ Hotel stay pre-cruise
✅ 9-night luxury cruise with full-board meals
✅ Excursions & guided activities
✅ Travel insurance, taxes, port charges
✅ English-speaking guide
Q: What’s not included?
❌ Argentina Visa (USD 210–410 depending on visa status)
Q: How much does it cost?
💼 Business Class Upgrade: PHP 1,188,888
Single travellers: Add PHP 600,000
Q: How do I book?
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Check availability via our team
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Submit passport copy
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Pay a 25% deposit within 5 days of booking
🌐 Why Book with Lareleka Travel?
✔️ Trusted Philippine-based travel agency
✔️ Tailored for luxury & senior travellers
✔️ Expert assistance on visas and travel documents
✔️ Peace of mind with a full-service tour partner
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