Le Lyrial provides a luxurious cruising experience with the latest in communication, navigation, stabilising and safety technology. The Italian-built and French designed, eco-friendly ship has the capacity to accommodate 264 passengers. However, to ensure the quality of shore expeditions, each voyage carries a maximum of 199 clients. The ship’s elegant and spacious layout extends into the suites and staterooms. In addition, all feature private balconies. Facilities on-board include a spa, a theatre, outdoor deck areas and a range of restaurants including a fine dining restaurant with meals prepared by French chefs.
Enjoy the Argentinean leather markets and succulent lamb dishes that Patagonia is so famous for as you explore the southernmost town in the world. Highlights of Ushuaia include an award-winning museum and trips to nearby Tierra del Fuego National Park and its popular “Train at the End of the World”. (B,L,D)
Days 2-3Drake Passage
Among the wildlife spotting opportunities as you sail south are the Albatrosses, Prions, and Petrels that frequently follow the ship. Look out for the Whales and Dolphins that seen in the area. On board, learn from the informative and entertaining presentations on wildlife, history, and geology of Antarctica. (B,L,D)
Days 4-8Antarctic Peninsula
The Expedition Leader and Captain will create a flexible itinerary based on weather, ice, and opportunity. The route will explore most scenic bays and channels of the Peninsula with stops at penguin rookeries, seal wallows, bird colonies and whale feeding areas as well as sites of historic and scientific interest. Neko and Paradise Harbors may be explored as well as Wilhelmina Bay, the Lemaire Channel, the wildlife-filled Penola Channel, or Neumayer Channel. Adelie, Chinstrap and Gentoo Penguins abound, and Weddell, Crabeater and Elephant Seals are often found along with predatory Leopard Seals and the aggressive Antarctic Fur Seal. Minke and Humpback Whales are frequent visitors in the late season and Orca sightings are also common. (B,L,D)
Days 9-10Drake Passage
Among the wildlife spotting opportunities as you sail south are the Albatrosses, Prions, and Petrels that frequently follow the ship. Look out for the Whales and Dolphins that seen in the area. On board, learn from the informative and entertaining presentations on wildlife, history, and geology of Antarctica. (B,L,D)
Day 11Ushuaia
End your journey by once again Enjoying the Argentinean leather markets and succulent lamb dishes that Patagonia is so famous for as you explore the southernmost town in the world. Highlights of Ushuaia include an award-winning museum and trips to nearby Tierra del Fuego National Park and its popular “Train at the End of the World”. (B,L,D)
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