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Cruise · Viking Cruises · 13 nights

Into the Antarctic Circle

  • Thirteen nights aboard Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris
  • Choice of nine stateroom categories with private balconies
  • Round-trip departure and return to Ushuaia, Argentina
From
$24,295 pp twin share
13 nights
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Cruise Snapshot
13 Nights

Fourteen-day expedition cruise to Antarctica aboard Viking's purpose-built polar ships from Ushuaia

  • Cross the Antarctic Circle aboard expedition ships
  • Sail the Drake Passage and past Cape Horn
  • Explore Antarctica across nine days at sea

Trip Details

Departs
28 November 2027
Returns
29 March 2029
Embarks
Ship
Viking
Operator
Viking Cruises

13-night Viking expedition cruise round-trip from Ushuaia aboard Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris.

Along the way you'll visit Ushuaia, Explore Antarctica and Crossing the Antarctic Circle.

You'll sail aboard the Viking expedition ships Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris.

When & how much

Departures & Pricing

Departs
28 November 2027
Returns 29 March 2029
Returns
29 March 2029
Duration
13 nights
From pp twin share
$24,295 pp
  • 28 Nov 2027 - 11 Dec 2027 · Viking Octantis
    from $24,295 pp twin share *
  • 05 Dec 2027 - 18 Dec 2027 · Viking Polaris
    from $24,295 pp twin share *
  • 22 Dec 2027 - 04 Jan 2028 · Viking Octantis
    from $24,295 pp twin share *
  • 14 Dec 2028 - 27 Dec 2028 · Viking Octantis
    from $26,695 pp twin share *
  • 21 Dec 2028 - 03 Jan 2029 · Viking Polaris
    from $26,695 pp twin share *
  • 29 Jan 2029 - 11 Feb 2029 · Viking Octantis
    from $29,695 pp twin share *
  • 11 Feb 2029 - 24 Feb 2029 · Viking Octantis
    from $29,695 pp twin share *
  • 24 Feb 2029 - 09 Mar 2029 · Viking Octantis
    from $29,695 pp twin share *
  • 16 Mar 2029 - 29 Mar 2029 · Viking Polaris
    from $28,695 pp twin share *

* Fares are per person, twin share, in AUD and are subject to change and availability.

Upgrades, transfers, accommodation and more can be quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Life in transit

Your transports

Viking Octantis
Details · Viking

Viking Octantis

Viking Octantis is a purpose-built Viking expedition ship, carrying guests to Antarctica, the Arctic and North America's Great Lakes with a fleet of special-operations boats aboard.

Guests
378
Crew
256
Gross tonnage
30,150
Length
202.6 m
Launched
2022
Staterooms
189
Deck plans
6
Viking Octantis · Deck plans

Deck 6

Viking Octantis — Deck 6 deck plan

Source: Viking, captured 26 September 2026. Deck plans are provided by the cruise line and are subject to change at any time.

Viking Polaris
Details · Viking

Viking Polaris

Viking Polaris is a purpose-built Viking expedition ship, carrying guests to Antarctica, the Arctic and North America's Great Lakes with a fleet of special-operations boats aboard.

Guests
378
Crew
256
Gross tonnage
30,150
Length
202.6 m
Launched
2022
Staterooms
189
Deck plans
6
Viking Polaris · Deck plans

Deck 6

Viking Polaris — Deck 6 deck plan

Source: Viking, captured 26 September 2026. Deck plans are provided by the cruise line and are subject to change at any time.

Day by day

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Ushuaia, Argentina

    Depart 17:00.

  2. 2

    At Sea

    Sail the Drake Passage.

  3. 3

    Explore Antarctica, Antarctica

    Arrive 13:00, depart 21:00.

  4. 4

    Explore Antarctica, Antarctica

    Arrive 13:00, depart 21:00.

  5. 5

    Crossing the Antarctic Circle, Antarctica

    Arrive 13:00, depart 21:00.

  6. 6

    Crossing the Antarctic Circle, Antarctica

    Arrive 13:00, depart 21:00.

  7. 7

    Explore Antarctica, Antarctica

    Arrive 13:00, depart 21:00.

  8. 8

    Explore Antarctica, Antarctica

    Arrive 13:00, depart 21:00.

  9. 9

    Explore Antarctica, Antarctica

    Arrive 13:00, depart 21:00.

  10. 10

    Explore Antarctica, Antarctica

    Arrive 13:00, depart 21:00.

  11. 11

    Explore Antarctica, Antarctica

    Arrive 13:00, depart 21:00.

  12. 12

    At Sea

    Sail the Drake Passage.

  13. 13

    At Sea

    Scenic Sailing: Cape Horn, Chile.

  14. 14

    Ushuaia, Argentina

    Depart 17:00.

What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

  • 13 nights aboard the Viking expedition ships Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris
  • Visits to 3 destinations across 3 countries, including Ushuaia, Explore Antarctica and Crossing the Antarctic Circle
  • Scenic cruising past Sail the Drake Passage and Scenic Sailing: Cape Horn
Where you’ll stay

Accommodation

Accommodation is aboard the Viking expedition ships Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris.

Choose from 9 stateroom categories, spanning balcony staterooms and suites.

Cabin options include staterooms with a private balcony or veranda and suites with a separate sitting area.

Viking Octantis – dining
Viking Octantis – dining
From the operator

Common questions about this voyage

How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 14 days and 13 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 28 Nov 2027 and 29 Mar 2029, subject to live availability.
Are there different departure options?
Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.
What is generally included?
Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.
What style of accommodation is used?
Accommodation is pre-arranged as part of the journey, with specific properties shown in the trip details.
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