Orion Expedition Cruises - Antarctica

During the peak of the southern hemisphere summer, Orion Cruises offers travellers a unique opportunity to venture to the Continent of Antarctica. Orion sails from Australia and New Zealand, crossing the Antarctic Circle to places redolent with history and adventure.

Along the way the wildlife you encounter will astound you. The Sub-Antarctic islands are home to penguin breeding colonies numbering in the millions, to Elephant Seals and Hooker Sea Lions, and the endangered Wandering Albatross.

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19 NIGHT MAWSON'S ANTARCTICA - Hobart to Bluff (Invercargill)

2012 Departure - January 3 + December 20
2013 Departure - January 7
For many, the highlight of the voyage is a visit to Cape Denison, the site of Sir Douglas Mawson’s hut from the historic 1911-1913 expedition; a time capsule from a great era of exploration. This is one of the most exclusive places on earth – more people have stood at the top of Mt Everest than have stood inside this historic hut. The voyage also takes us to Port Martin, the site of 100 grounded icebergs, allowing our guests to get up close and view these amazing sites; and Dumont d’Urville, the French base renowned for its rich local wildlife, including colonies of Adelie and Emperor penguins.

Expedition Fares: Ctgy Type Price (AU$) B - Stateroom - $19365 A - Stateroom - $22485 JS - Junior Suite - $26710 DS - Deluxe Suite - $29250 BS - Balcony Suite - $34915 OS - Owners Suite - $40555 * Prices are valid till 31 December 2012 Click here to view ships layout and decks	SAMPLE ITINERARY
	Day 1 - Hobart, Tasmania Day 2 - At sea Day 3 - At sea Day 4 - At sea Day 5 - Macquarie Island Day 6 - At sea Day 7 - At sea Day 8 - Commonwealth Bay Region Day 9 - Commonwealth Bay Region Day 10 - Commonwealth Bay Region Day 11 - Commonwealth Bay Region Day 12 - Dumont D'urville, Antarctica Day 13 - At sea Day 14 - At sea Day 15 - At sea Day 16 - At sea Day 17 - Auckland Islands Day 18 - Snares Islands Day 19 - Bluff (Invercargill), New Zealand

20 NIGHT SCOTT & SHACKLETON'S ANTARCTICA - ROSS SEA

2012 Departures - January 21
2013 Departures - January 25
These 20 night voyages cover some of the polar regions famously charted during the first race to the South Pole by pioneering explorers Scott and Shackleton. The Ross Sea coast extends from the ice shelf northwards until it reaches the very tip of Victoria Land and Cape Adare. During our time in the Ross Sea Region we will attempt a variety of opportunistic landings, subject to weather conditions.

Expedition Fares: Ctgy Type Price (AU$) B - Stateroom - $21515 A - Stateroom - $24985 JS - Junior Suite - $29675 DS - Deluxe Suite - $32500 BS - Balcony Suite - $38795 OS - Owners Suite - $45060 * Prices are valid till 31 December 2012 Click here to view ships layout and decks	SAMPLE ITINERARY
	Day 1 - Bluff (Invercargill), New Zealand Day 2 - At sea Day 3 - Auckland Islands Day 4 - At sea Day 5 - Macquarie Island Day 6 - At sea Day 7 - At sea Day 8 - At sea Day 9 - At sea Day 10 - Ross Sea Region Day 11 - Ross Sea Region Day 12 - Ross Sea Region Day 13 - Ross Sea Region Day 14 - Ross Sea Region Day 15 - At sea Day 16 - At sea Day 17 - At sea Day 18 - At sea Day 19 - Campbell Island Day 20 - Snares Islands, New Zealand Day 21 - Bluff (Invercargill), New Zealand

CRUISE FARE – WHAT’S INCLUDED

Included in your cruise fare are accommodations as booked, cruise transportation, all meals onboard, 24-hour room service, entertainment and educational programmes, use of ship's sporting equipment and facilities, port & handling charges, Zodiac excursions and tender transfers, access to the ship's library, Govt. Fees & Taxes. Fares also include the services of 75 experienced crew.

CRUISE FARE – WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED

Fares do not include items of a personal nature, including but not limited to: travel and medical insurance, laundry charges, shopping onboard, bar expenses, hair dressing and massage treatments, optional shore experiences, medical treatment, telephone and internet charges.

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