Antarctica All-Inclusive Hurtigruten Luxury Expedition with Buenos Aires Pre-Cruise Stay & Roundtrip International Flights

48-Hour Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee:

• All cruise bookings have a 48-hour ‘Change of Mind Guarantee’ where any monies paid (less unrecoverable costs) within 48 hours of the initial purchase date will be refunded – no questions asked.
• Bookings outside the 48-hour ‘Change of Mind’ window will be non-refundable and non-changeable.

IMPORTANT: Purchasing this deal does not complete your booking. A member of the Cruise Team will process your booking and email the cruise line confirmation to your chosen email address. You will then be required to complete your online check-in and print your e-ticket and baggage tags; you will also be able to add drink packages, specialty dining, shore excursions, spa treatments etc.

This Cruise package is valid for the following departure dates:

• 25 February 2025 (cruise embarks 26 February 2025)

Booking Process

• Select which package option you would like, taking care to choose the correct cabin option
• Click on the green ‘Check Availability’ tab
• Using the plus or minus adjust the number of people you would like to book then click the ‘View Available Dates & Prices’ tab
• Click the blue ‘Select’ button then the green ‘Review & Payment’ tab at the bottom right of the screen
• Fill out your preferred payment method and click the green ‘Pay Securely Now’ tab
• Once your order is complete, you will receive your Luxury Escapes automated booking summary email (this is not your cruise confirmation), and you will be prompted to complete your Traveller Details within 48 hours of purchase
• Once your traveller forms are completed they will be sent to the Luxury Escapes Cruise Concierge team, who will then contact you to advise if your cruise is confirmed
• Should you require assistance with your cruise, please contact our Cruise Concierge team at cruises@luxuryescapes.com who will be happy to assist with any of your queries and who will support you right up until you return from your journey

IMPORTANT: The Twin-Room Package is valid for ONE PERSON (based on twin room). You must purchase TWO PACKAGES.

Solo Traveller Surcharge: Solo travellers must pay a surcharge and packages are subject to availability. Please contact Luxury Escapes to enquire.

Please note that packages cannot be split.

AMENDMENTS & CHANGES

Name Change or Corrections

• Name corrections may incur a fee.
• Name changes are not permitted.

Cabin Sizes and Bedding Configuration

This cruise includes the following cabin types:

• Polar Outside Stateroom: 19sqm, double bed with picture window
• Arctic Superior Stateroom with Balcony: 18sqm, double bed with private balcony
• Expedition Suite with Balcony: 46sqm, double bed with private balcony

Pre-Cruise Accommodation:

• Pre-cruise accommodation is at the discretion of Hurtigruten. Accommodation will be advised prior to departure.

IMPORTANT:

• Cabins are on a ‘guarantee’ basis and will be allocated by the cruise line closer to sailing. Specific cabin, deck and location requests cannot be accommodated.
• Some cabins may have obstructed views and/or porthole window.
• Maximum room capacity is one adult for solo travellers, two adults for twin-share cabins/suites/staterooms or four people for quad-share cabins.
• Wheelchair accessible cabins are not available. They are on application only prior to purchase. Surcharges may apply.
• Please contact the Luxury Escapes sales team on sales@luxuryescapes.com for further information.

Inclusions

• 10-night luxury cruise aboard Hurtigruten’s MS Fridtjof Nansen
• One night of pre-cruise accommodation in Buenos Aires
• Roundtrip flights from select Australian cities to Buenos Aires
• Roundtrip economy class flights from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia
• All daily meals onboard – 11 breakfasts, 10 lunches and 10 dinners
• Select drinks including house beer, wine, mineral water, tea and coffee
• A polar expedition jacket, a backpack and refillable water bottle
• Onboard Expedition Team and access to the ship’s Science Centre
• Professional photos taken by the onboard photographer
• Complimentary Wi-Fi onboard
• Transfers between pre-cruise stay, airport and the ship, including a brief tour of Ushuaia
• English-speaking expedition team who organise and accompany activities onboard and ashore
• All port charges, taxes and gratituties

Exclusions

• Visas
• Single supplement
• Meals/drinks not stated in the itinerary/inclusions
• Shore excursions
• Travel insurance (recommended)
• Gratuities are NOT included and will be added to your final bill
• Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.
• Personal expenses such as laundry, onboard communication (telephone calls, faxes, email service)
• City taxes or resort fees may apply and are payable directly to the hotel on arrival

Onboard Dining

• Dining times onboard can vary between sailings. We ask for your preference, however your preferred dining time may not be available. We suggest that you speak with the maître d’ once onboard.

Itinerary

• In the event of strikes, lockouts, riots, weather conditions or mechanical difficulties, or for any other reason, any scheduled sailing or port of call may be subject to change.
• Some itineraries may include tender ports.
• Excursions, activities and landing sites are subject to weather conditions, avalibility and change.

Passenger Restrictions

• Guests under 18 must be accompanied, in the same or connecting cabin, by a parent or other responsible adult over the age of 21 for the duration of the voyage.
• Guests must be aged 21+ for the consumption of alcohol.
• This expedition is not recommended for children under 12 years, however children 5+ are permitted.
• Guests who will have entered their 24th week of pregnancy or later at any time during the cruise cannot be accommodated due to safety concerns. Pregnant guests under 24 weeks must provide a doctor’s letter upon request confirming fitness to travel and estimated due date.

Travel Insurance

• Travel insurance is strongly recommended. Luxury Escapes recommends purchasing travel insurance as soon as possible after purchasing this package.

Passports & Visas

• A visa may be required. It is the traveller’s responsibility to ensure they’re holding a current visa for the countries they’re visiting. If the traveller is on a non-Australian passport, a valid re-entry visa may be required.
• Important: Please start arranging your visa at least 6-8 weeks prior to departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours and processing time.
• A valid passport with a minimum validity of 6 months beyond your return travel date is required for all passengers (including children and infants).

Health & Vaccinations

• Travellers are advised to check recommended vaccinations with their local health professional at least 45 days prior to departure, as some vaccinations require 30 days or more to be effective.
• Proof of vaccination is not usually required unless you are coming from an infected area.
• Proof of Yellow Fever vaccinations is required for entry into some countries, in particular in Africa. Please check with your health professional that you hold the appropriate vaccination entry requirements for your destination.
• Guests may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 from our ground operator prior to embarkation. Please contact the Luxury Escapes Cruises Concierge team on cruises@luxuryescapes.com for further information.
• Important: The hotel, transportation and/or destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your departure.

Flights:

• Values and prices correct as of 2 April 2024.
• Roundtrip economy-class airfares are included in your package, departing from Sydney (SYD) and Melbourne (MEL) with LATAM Airlines or similar. Surcharges to depart from other cities will apply.
• A surcharge of A$250 per person applies from Brisbane (BNE) and Adelaide (ADL). A surcharge of $450 per person applies from Perth (PER).
• Preferred airline seating is the responsibility of the passenger. For any specific airline seat reservations, contact the airline with the booking number included on your cruise summary email.
• Please note that cabin upgrades are subject to availability and may not be available on all flights.
• Flight Change of Date: The change of date fee is A$300 per person plus any applicable additional airfare and taxes.

Timings

• Timing provided on the itinerary is based on current schedules provided by LATAM and can change at any time without notice.

Baggage Restrictions and Timings

• Passengers are permitted one piece of checked-in baggage with a maximum weight of 23kg.

Currency Onboard and Tipping

• The currency onboard is USD.

Fitness Requirements

• Travellers should have a good level of physical fitness and mobility and must be able to negotiate uneven surfaces and climb stairs.
• Disability access is limited during the cruise, please consider this when making your booking.
• Travellers acknowledge that they are required to have a good level of health and fitness to undertake any activities in this package. Further, travellers acknowledge and agree that neither Luxury Escapes nor the third-party provider will be able to provide medical or other assistance in the event that they are unable to complete any aspect of the tour as a result of their health or physical condition (nor is Luxury Escapes liable for any loss, damage, expense, injury or death arising from such).

Surcharges

Any prices quoted exclude specific costs/measures which may be introduced at a later stage as a result of Government changes due to COVID-19 health and safety restrictions. Our trusted third-party suppliers will inform guests of these changes as soon as possible.

COVID-19 Safe Plan

The cruise line’s COVID-19 policy can be accessed here .

Deposits

The deposit amount is 45% and the final payment date is due 190 days prior to embarkation. Please note: other deposit options may be available on your package which differ from the above and which will be outlined in the ‘fine print’ and payment section of the specific package.

Cruise itineraries are not guaranteed and are subject to change. While the cruise line will make all reasonable efforts to provide a cruise in accordance with the published schedules and itineraries, factors such as weather, mechanical difficulties or other unforeseen circumstances may affect scheduled itineraries.

Package inclusions are correct at the time of purchase. Refer to your booking summary email for details.

Please note this cruise is operated by Hurtigruten, one of our trusted partners. You will be contacted post-purchase with further details.