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Explore expedition cruises focused on remote regions, wildlife, naturalist-led exploration and small-ship access in places such as Antarctica, Greenland, Svalbard and Alaska.

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Expedition Moderate

Galápagos: West & Central Islands

An 8-day small-group Galápagos yacht journey from Quito with wildlife encounters, snorkeling and expert naturalist guiding.

8 days Quito • Baltra • Santa Cruz • Western & Central Galápagos Islands • Quito

Brown bear in the wild during an Alaska expedition

Expedition Luxury

Alaska Inside Passage Expedition: Glacier Bay & Wildlife

An 8-day Alaska expedition between Juneau and Sitka with Glacier Bay, Zodiac exploration, wildlife and flexible days in remote Southeast Alaska.

8 days Juneau • Endicott Arm • Petersburg • Frederick Sound • Icy Strait • Glacier Bay • Southeast Alaska • Sitka

Penguins on snow beside Antarctic waters

Expedition Moderate

Antarctica Classic Expedition

An 11-day small-ship Antarctic expedition from Ushuaia with Zodiac landings, wildlife viewing and expert expedition guides.

11 days Ushuaia • Drake Passage • South Shetland Islands • Antarctic Peninsula • Ushuaia

Brown bear along the Alaska coast during a wilderness expedition

Expedition Luxury

Alaska & Great Bear Rainforest Expedition: Juneau to Seattle

A 14-day expedition from Juneau to Seattle through Southeast Alaska, British Columbia’s Great Bear Rainforest and the San Juan Islands.

14 days Juneau • Endicott Arm • Southeast Alaska • Prince Rupert • Lowe Inlet • Great Bear Rainforest • British Columbia Coast • San Juan Islands • Seattle

Humpback whales feeding in Alaska with mountains in the background

Expedition Moderate

Glacier Bay Wilderness Expedition: Juneau Roundtrip

An 8-day intimate Alaska expedition from Juneau with Glacier Bay, remote fjords, whales, bears, kayaking and a 22-guest adventure yacht.

8 days Juneau • Icy Strait • Glacier Bay outer region • Admiralty Island • Frederick Sound • Warm Springs • Endicott Arm • Dawes Glacier • Juneau

Gentoo penguins nesting along the Antarctic Peninsula

Expedition Luxury

Antarctic Peninsula: Penguins, Ice & Zodiac Landings

An 11-day Antarctic Peninsula expedition with Zodiac landings, penguin colonies, whales, glaciers and expert polar guides.

11 days Ushuaia • Beagle Channel • Drake Passage • South Shetland Islands • Antarctic Peninsula • Ushuaia

Small expedition ship in an Alaska cove surrounded by forested mountains

Expedition Moderate

Denali to Glacier Bay: Alaska by Land & Expedition Ship

A 16-day Alaska land-and-sea journey combining Fairbanks, Denali, scenic rail and an expedition-style small-ship route through Glacier Bay.

16 days Fairbanks • Denali • Talkeetna • Anchorage • Juneau • Tracy Arm / glacier country • Frederick Sound • Chichagof Island • Glacier Bay • Icy Strait • Juneau

Polar bear walking on pack ice in Svalbard

Expedition Moderate

Svalbard Odyssey: Polar Bears, Fjords & Pack Ice

An 11-day Svalbard polar expedition with charter flights from Oslo, Zodiac exploration, glacier fjords and chances to see polar bears and walrus.

11 days Oslo • Longyearbyen • Svalbard Archipelago • Pack Ice near 80°N • Longyearbyen • Oslo

Towering icebergs and polar scenery along the Greenland coast

Expedition Luxury

Greenland Expedition: Fjords, Icebergs & Inuit Culture

A 14-day luxury Arctic expedition from Iceland to Greenland with dramatic fjords, giant icebergs, Inuit communities and naturalist-led exploration.

14 days Reykjavík • South Greenland • Prins Christian Sound • Igaliku • Disko Bay • Nuuk

Travelers exploring the Antarctic Peninsula during a polar expedition

Expedition Luxury

Antarctica Fly-the-Drake Expedition

An 8-day Antarctica expedition that flies across the Drake Passage both ways, trading the sea crossing for a charter flight and more direct access to the Antarctic Peninsula.

8 days Punta Arenas • King George Island • Antarctic Peninsula • King George Island • Punta Arenas

Expedition Planning

Antarctica Travel & Expedition Cruise Planning

Antarctica is a trip where the ship, itinerary, expedition team and activity level matter. As your Antarctica travel agent, I help compare expedition options so you understand what is included, how the route works and which experience fits the way you want to travel.

Choose the Right Expedition

Some trips focus on the Antarctic Peninsula, while longer itineraries may include the Falkland Islands, South Georgia or other polar regions. I help compare route, length and expedition style.

Compare Ships & Experience

Ship size, onboard comfort, landing operations, activity options and expedition programming differ. The best choice is not always the most expensive one.

Plan the Full Journey

Antarctica trips often involve international flights, gateway-city stays and additional logistics. I can help organize the larger vacation around the expedition when needed.

Antarctica Travel Questions

How much does a trip to Antarctica cost?

Pricing varies widely by ship, cabin, itinerary length, season and promotions. The trip ideas above show current starting prices for examples I can help book.

Do you fly or cruise to Antarctica?

Many expedition trips sail across the Drake Passage from South America. Some programs use a fly-cruise format for part of the journey. I can help compare both formats.

Can you travel to Antarctica on your own?

Most leisure travelers visit through an organized expedition operator because landings, permits, safety procedures and logistics require specialized planning and operations.

How far ahead should I plan Antarctica?

Popular dates and preferred cabin categories can sell well in advance. Starting earlier gives you more choice, especially for specific routes or higher-demand travel windows.

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