South America and Antarctic Voyages aboard the Silversea Expeditions Prince Albert II

Embark on a luxurious expedition to some of the most remote destinations in the world aboard the Prince Albert II, an expedition ship unlike any other. Designed specifically for navigating waters in some of the world’s most remote destinations, including both of earth’s polar regions, the 6,072-ton vessel boasts a strengthened hull which necessary for ice navigation. With eight Zodiac boats, her 132 guests can visit even the most off-the-beaten path locations. Experience the thrill of a true expedition aboard Prince Albert II. Venture deep into regions where other vessels cannot go whilst enjoying a privileged lifestyle that is simply second-to-none.

Voyages include:

• Reefs and Rainforests: Costa Rica to Ecuador (12 days)
  Departure: October 06-18
• Chilean Fjords Highlights: Santiago (Chile) to Ushuaia (Argentina) (11 days)
  Departure: November 01-22
• Explorer's Antarctica: includes the Antarctica Peninsula and Falkland Islands (11 and 17 days)
  Departures between November 12, 2009 - March 20, 2010

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Self-Drive Tours in Chile and Argentina

Are you an independent or adventurous traveller?  Do you enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace?  If you answered yes to either of these questions, you may like to consider a self-drive tour in Chile or Argentina.  Both countries offer an excellent network of roads and are safe for driving.  Claudette, owner of Galapagos Holidays, has done several self-drive tours in South America through the years and her favourite area is Chile and Argentina.  One of the best memories she has is driving long stretches of solitarily road in southern Patagonia enjoying infinite scenery and exploring small villages along the way.

Our customized self-drive tours are carefully planned routings that will include the highlights of the area combined with pre-booked accommodations at night. 

Here are some excellent self-drive options
Chile: Santiago / Valparaiso and Wine Region
Chile: Punta Arenas / Torres del Paine
Chile: Lake District
Argentina: Lake District
Argentina: Mendoza Wine Region
Argentina: Salta

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Christmas and New Years Departures in Galapagos Islands

Summer is barely here yet, but we are already thinking about Christmas.  This Christmas and New Years we have space on the Galapagos Legend and Isabela II.  Our Holiday packages include 4 nights hotel in Quito, city tour of Quito, full day tour to the Otavalo market, airfare Quito-Galapagos and more.  Rates start at CA$ 3,960 per person with a 3 night cruise.

Christmas Departures

Galapagos Legend - 100-passenger ship.  Choose from 3, 4 or 7 night cruises.
    * Dec.21-24
    * Dec.21-28
    * Dec.24-28
    * Dec.24-31
    * Dec.28-31

New Years Departure

Isabela II - 40 passenger yacht.
    * Dec.29-Jan.05

Read more about our Christmas and New Years Departures

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