Become one of the lucky few to have ventured south of the Antarctic Circle into a rarely visited area of magnificent mountains and colossal icebergs.

The aim on this voyage is to travel as far south as the ice and weather will permit and to make the crossing of the Antarctic Circle. You will sail further down the western side of the Antarctic Peninsula than the 'Classic Antarctica' cruise and you will certainly feel an added sense of excitement as you push towards the Antarctic Circle. The temperature will drop noticeably as you cross the Circle and enter into the rarely visited waters beyond. South of the Circle a landing on the continent will be attempted and you may have the chance to visit a research station.

On your journey south you will navigate some of the world's most scenic waterways, many littered with huge icebergs, and experience some of the most dramatic and awe-inspiring terrain the continent has to offer. The narrow Lemaire Channel has steep glacial walls towering on both sides leading to a jigsaw of jewel-like islands, home to penguin rookeries, whales and elephant seals - a true paradise for photographer's. You will have plenty of time to explore this great white continent or you can just sit on a rock and amuse yourself at the penguins' antics: Adelie, Gentoo and Chinstrap Penguins are all possible sightings en-route.

To make the crossing of the Antarctic Circle is still a rare and impressive achievement and you will celebrate with a well-earned glass of champagne, raising your glass to the intrepid explorers who have gone before.

The actual route is dependent on ice and weather and some departures may visit the Peninsula on the way back to Ushuaia.