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Antarctica in Ultimate Comfort!

Exceptional Ponant Voyages with Flights & Buenos Aires Stay Included

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Antarctica in Ultimate Comfort!

Experience the magic of Antarctica in effortless style with two extraordinary journeys aboard Ponant.

Each itinerary is designed to make your adventure seamless from start to finish, including a night in vibrant Buenos Aires, return flights between Buenos Aires and Ushuaia, and a guided visit before you embark.

From the moment you arrive to your final farewell, every detail is taken care of — leaving you free to immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of Antarctica.

Plus, receive a bonus €200 Euro Shipboard Credit per person, exclusive to Bicton and Claremont Travel.

Inclusions

All meals whilst on your expedition
All beverages in restaurants, bars, and minibars. All drinks are included (a selection of champagnes, wines and spirits, beers, cocktails, water, soft drinks, hot beverages)
24-hour room service
Butler service (for certain suites)
Unlimited internet access onboard
Evening events, shows, and other entertainment
Access to the fitness area and hammam or sauna (depending on the ship)
All port and security charges
Included activities may vary depending on the type of exploration:
One included activity per person, per day, and per port, supervised by naturalist guides (hiking, Zodiac outings, etc.)
Lectures by naturalist guides or destination experts
Non-motorised water sports (excluding diving), depending on the ship, subject to weather and safety conditions
National park and protected area fees
Accompaniment by a team of naturalist guides on land or, depending on the destination, during Zodiac outings and/or landings

Our Handpicked Favourites

Emblematic Antarctica

Includes:

  • Transfer from the airport to Buenos Aires hotel.
  • 1-night accommodation in Buenos Aires in a 5* hotel the night before embarkation.
  • Transfer from Buenos Aires hotel to airport.
  • Return flight Buenos Aires/Ushuaia/Buenos Aires in economy class.
  • Services of local guides, in Ushuaia.
Duration
12 days
Departure Dates
8 Departures to choose from in 2026/2027
Route
Ushuaia (Argentina) return
Ship
Le Boréal

Bonus Offer

Plus, receive a bonus €200 Euro Shipboard Credit per person, exclusive to Bicton and Claremont Travel.

Balcony from

$19,730*

per person, twin share

The Great Austral Loop

Includes:

  • Transfer from the airport to Buenos Aires hotel.
  • 1-night accommodation in Buenos Aires in a 5* hotel the night before embarkation.
  • Transfer from Buenos Aires hotel to airport.
  • Return flight Buenos Aires/Ushuaia/Buenos Aires in economy class.
Duration
19 days
Departure Dates
4 Departures to choose from in 2026/2027
Route
Ushuaia (Argentina) return
Ship
Le Lyrial

Bonus Offer

Plus, receive a bonus €200 Euro Shipboard Credit per person, exclusive to Bicton and Claremont Travel.

Balcony stateroom from

$32,690*

per person, twin share

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Terms & Conditions

*Pricing is correct as of 3.03.26. Prices are per person, in AUD, based on double occupancy and correct at time of printing. Itineraries are subject to change, and operation is subject to weather conditions, prevailing conditions, and local arrangements that may cause variation. Cabins may be on a guaranteed basis and may have obstructed views; Ponant will assign a cabin number closer to your sailing date. Emblematic Antarctica price based on 17.12.27 departure dates and lower balcony stateroom cabin category. The Great Austral Loop price based on 19.12.26 departure date and Deluxe Stateroom Deck 3 (Lower deck balcony stateroom) cabin category. The Ponant Bonus discount is subject to availability and can change without prior notice. Offers are subject to availability, not combinable unless specified, available on new bookings only and may be withdrawn at any time. Onboard credit amounts are up to €400 Euro per stateroom. Onboard credit is applied as a Virtuoso benefit exclusive to Bicton & Claremont Travel. Travel insurance is recommended; please ask us for a quote. Payment by credit card attracts a merchant fee. We act as an agent on behalf of the travel supplier/provider. Our Terms & Conditions are in addition to the Terms and Conditions of each Travel Supplier listed; the Travel supplier/provider determines the terms of cancellation and refunds, if any. Full terms and conditions are provided at the time of booking.

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