NEWAYER FEATURED JOURNEY · DRAKE EXPRESS
Fly the Drake
7 Nights in Antarctica
King George Island roundtrip flights, seven nights aboard World Traveller, and hotel nights before and after the cruise in Punta Arenas.
Dec 13–22, 2026 · 10 days / 9 nights
More time in Antarctica, less time crossing the Drake
Fly between Punta Arenas and King George Island instead of spending roughly four days sailing both ways across the Drake Passage. This itinerary preserves seven nights aboard a small expedition ship, giving the expedition team a broader window to work with weather, ice and wildlife conditions.
What makes this departure different
- King George Island roundtrip charter flights
- Seven nights exploring the Antarctic Peninsula
- Pre- and post-cruise hotel nights in Punta Arenas
- Zodiac cruising, landings, polar plunge and lectures when operated
- Newayer group-held cabin allocation from US$12,999 per person
LIVE CABIN AVAILABILITY
Cabin fares
Fares are in US dollars, per person based on double occupancy. Inventory changes quickly; final cabin, fare, taxes and terms are confirmed by an advisor and contract.
| Cabin | Basis | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Oceanview A0 · Deck 3 | Per person, double occupancy | US$12,999 |
| Veranda V2 · Deck 5 | Per person, double occupancy | US$13,799 |
| Veranda V1 · Deck 6 | Per person, double occupancy | US$13,999 |
| French Balcony H2 · Deck 5 | Per person, double occupancy | US$14,399 |
| French Balcony H1 · Deck 6 | Per person, double occupancy | US$14,599 |
December 13, 2026 – December 22, 2026
10-day itinerary
- Day 1 · Punta ArenasArrive independently, check in at the operator-arranged hotel and attend the mandatory flight briefing.
- Day 2 · Fly to King George IslandWait for the weather window, fly across the Drake Passage and transfer by Zodiac to World Traveller.
- Days 3–8 · Antarctic Peninsula explorationThe expedition team selects landing and cruising sites according to weather, sea state, ice and wildlife conditions. Possible areas include Half Moon Island, Paradise Bay, Wilhelmina Bay, Port Lockroy and the Lemaire Channel.
- Day 9 · Fly back to Punta ArenasDisembark at King George Island, fly to Punta Arenas and transfer to the operator-arranged hotel.
- Day 10 · DepartureBreakfast and hotel check-out. Keep at least one flexible night before a long-haul international flight.
WORLD TRAVELLER
Five-star small expedition ship
Launched in 2021, World Traveller carries approximately 182 guests and 120 crew. The 9,934-ton ship is Ice Class 1B and uses forward-looking sonar and water-jet propulsion.
- Main restaurant and weather-dependent grill
- Zephyr outdoor lounge and Atlas Lounge
- Gym, sauna, auditorium and observation pool
- SPA, beauty salon and boutique
Oceanview A0
17㎡ · Deck 3
Veranda V1/V2
22+3㎡ · Walk-out balcony
French Balcony H1/H2
25㎡ · Lowerable panoramic window
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Flights, hotels and expedition services
Included
- Punta Arenas–King George Island roundtrip charter flights
- Seven cruise nights in the selected cabin
- One hotel night before and one after the cruise in Punta Arenas
- Onboard meals, mandatory gratuities and port charges
- Operated Zodiac cruises, landings, polar plunge and lectures
- Expedition parka, loan boots, binoculars, walking poles and 1GB standard Wi-Fi
Not included
- International and Chile domestic flights
- Visa, travel insurance and medical cover
- Santiago hotel, transfers and extensions
- Kayaking, SPA, upgraded internet and personal purchases
- Extra costs caused by flight or weather disruption
IMPORTANT FLIGHT CONTINGENCY
Weather windows require flexibility
Antarctic aviation is weather-dependent. Guests may need to remain on standby at the airport or another designated location. For the seven-night Drake Express program, the last scheduled outbound flight attempt is normally itinerary Day 3. If the flight cannot operate, Atlas may offer rebooking, an alternative expedition or the applicable refund under its contingency policy.
- Book flexible onward flights and allow a buffer after the journey.
- Purchase insurance covering delay, cancellation, interruption and rebooking costs.
- Self-arranged hotels, meals and flight changes remain the guest's responsibility unless otherwise stated.
- Atlas and the captain retain the right to sail across the Drake Passage when operationally necessary.