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| Meta Description | Antarctica or the Arctic are obviously not exactly the world's cheapest destinations, however there are some surprisingly affordable alternatives. Consider also that polar expedition cruises do include all meals and excursions, with little else to spend - and of course do represent the holiday of a lifetime! Even the most simple expedition ships are still extremely comfortable. Following are expedition cruises in the budget category, with sharing options often possible in the cheapest Quad or Triple cabin categories (subject to cabin availability). Occasionally, we do also have last-minute specials that bring an otherwise more luxurious cruise ships to a more budget price level. To reach Antarctica on a budget, look out for Antarctic Peninsula cruises sailing in the shoulder-season period of November or March. It may not be peak-season, but this is still a wonderful time to travel to Antarctica! In November the landscape is very pretty and snow-covered and in March you can enjoy extra special encounters with whales. |
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| Boilerpipe Text | Antarctica or the Arctic are obviously not exactly the world's cheapest destinations, however there are some surprisingly affordable alternatives. Consider also that polar expedition cruises do include all meals and excursions, with little else to spend - and of course do represent the holiday of a lifetime! Even the most simple expedition ships are still extremely comfortable.
Following are expedition cruises in the budget category, with sharing options often possible in the cheapest Quad or Triple cabin categories (subject to cabin availability). Occasionally, we do also have last-minute specials that bring an otherwise more luxurious cruise ships to a more budget price level. To reach Antarctica on a budget, look out for Antarctic Peninsula cruises sailing in the shoulder-season period of November or March. It may not be peak-season, but this is still a wonderful time to travel to Antarctica! In November the landscape is very pretty and snow-covered and in March you can enjoy extra special encounters with whales. |
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# Budget cruises
## The most affordable polar expedition cruises
### Budget cruises
The most affordable polar expedition cruises
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Antarctica or the Arctic are obviously not exactly the world's cheapest destinations, however there are some surprisingly affordable alternatives. Consider also that polar expedition cruises do include all meals and excursions, with little else to spend - and of course do represent the holiday of a lifetime! Even the most simple expedition ships are still extremely comfortable.
Following are expedition cruises in the budget category, with sharing options often possible in the cheapest Quad or Triple cabin categories (subject to cabin availability). Occasionally, we do also have last-minute specials that bring an otherwise more luxurious cruise ships to a more budget price level. To reach Antarctica on a budget, look out for Antarctic Peninsula cruises sailing in the shoulder-season period of November or March. It may not be peak-season, but this is still a wonderful time to travel to Antarctica! In November the landscape is very pretty and snow-covered and in March you can enjoy extra special encounters with whales.
FROM 4500\.00
### [North Spitsbergen Basecamp – Summer Solstice](https://expeditionsonline.com/tour/north-spitsbergen-basecamp-summer-solstice_272)
June-July
8 days
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A 7 night Arctic adventure on board ice-strengthened Ortelius with free kayaking, Hiking, Photo Workshop and optional diving
FROM 4500\.00
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FROM 4500\.00
### [North Spitsbergen Explorer - Summer Solstice](https://expeditionsonline.com/tour/north-spitsbergen-explorer-summer-solstice_273)
June
8 days
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A 7 night adventure cruise on board a small, ice-strengthened ship exploring the best of the northwestern Arctic wilderness of Spitsbergen
FROM 4500\.00
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***
FROM 8600\.00
### [East Greenland Scoresby Sund Long Hikes: Plancius](https://expeditionsonline.com/tour/east-greenland-scoresby-sund-long-hikes-plancius_128)
August
10 days
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A 10 day expedition with Plancius, taking you to experience history, dazzling glaciers, and search for polar bears in aurora-lit southeast Greenland\!
FROM 8600\.00
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***
FROM 6390\.00
### [Classic Antarctica Cruise: MV Ushuaia](https://expeditionsonline.com/tour/classic-antarctica-cruise-mv-ushuaia_24)
November - March
10 or 11 day departures
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A classic expedition cruise itinerary to the Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands aboard the genuine small ship M/V Ushuaia
FROM 6390\.00
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FROM 8699\.00
### [Antarctica Classic - M/S Expedition](https://expeditionsonline.com/tour/antarctica-classic-ms-expedition_59)
November-March
11 days
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This 11-day itinerary with the M/S Expedition will introduce you to the magic of the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula
FROM 8699\.00
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***
FROM 9650\.00
### [Antarctica - Discovery and learning voyage](https://expeditionsonline.com/tour/antarctica-discovery-and-learning-voyage_303)
November-February
11 days
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A 10 night Classic Antarctic route on a small and comfortable expedition ship, with regular landings and sightseeing in Antarctica and expert guidance
FROM 9650\.00
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FROM 9390\.00
### [Weddell Sea Quest: M/V Ushuaia](https://expeditionsonline.com/tour/weddell-sea-quest-mv-ushuaia_25)
February
12 days
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An 11 day expedition to the Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands & Weddell Sea aboard the M/V Ushuaia
FROM 9390\.00
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FROM 7050\.00
### [Antarctic Whale Watching](https://expeditionsonline.com/tour/antarctic-whale-watching_280)
March
10 days
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A classic Antarctic route on the Ice Class Plancius, searching for whales and penguins in the wondrous polar environment
FROM 7050\.00
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FROM 3495\.00
### [Svalbard Adventure Mini-Cruise 4 nts](https://expeditionsonline.com/tour/svalbard-adventure-mini-cruise-4-nts_215)
May-September
6 days
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Embark on a high-Arctic adventure with this mini-cruise package, perfect for those eager for a taste of Svalbard’s pristine wilderness
FROM 3495\.00
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FROM 3050\.00
### [Svalbard Adventure Mini-Cruise 3 nts](https://expeditionsonline.com/tour/svalbard-adventure-mini-cruise-3-nts_58)
May-September
6 days
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Embark on a high-Arctic adventure with this mini-cruise package, perfect for those eager for a taste of Svalbard’s pristine wilderness
FROM 3050\.00
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FROM 3050\.00
### [South Spitsbergen, Bear Island, Norway: Plancius](https://expeditionsonline.com/tour/south-spitsbergen-bear-island-norway-plancius_157)
September
6 days
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A 6 day expedition on the small ship Plancius sailing from Southern Spitsbergen to the northern Norwegian mainland via remote Bear Island
FROM 3050\.00
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FROM 11600\.00
### [Classic South Georgia: M/V Ushuaia](https://expeditionsonline.com/tour/classic-south-georgia-mv-ushuaia_27)
October-November
22 days
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A 22 day expedition to the remarkable sub-Antarctic paradise of South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula aboard the M/V Ushuaia
FROM 11600\.00
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FROM 8060\.00
### [Antarctic Peninsula: An Explorer's Expedition](https://expeditionsonline.com/tour/antarctic-peninsula-an-explorers-expedition_78)
November-March
11 days
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A boutique adventure cruise to Antarctica. Sail to the beautiful Antarctic Peninsula on the small expedition ship Ocean Nova
FROM 8060\.00
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***
FROM 5995\.00
### [Antarctica Express Air-Cruise: Magellan Explorer](https://expeditionsonline.com/tour/antarctica-express-air-cruise-magellan-explorer_329)
November
6 days
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Cruise to Antarctica and and then fly back on a compact expedition with Zodiac landings, wildlife encounters and spectacular polar scenery
FROM 5995\.00
[Find Out More](https://expeditionsonline.com/tour/antarctica-express-air-cruise-magellan-explorer_329)
***
FROM 7800\.00
### [Antarctica Whale watching discovery voyage](https://expeditionsonline.com/tour/antarctica-whale-watching-discovery-voyage_364)
March
11 days
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A 10 night Classic Antarctic expedition on the Polar Class 6 M/V Hondius, focussing on whales, spectacular landscapes and other wildlife sightings
FROM 7800\.00
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***
FROM 9500\.00
### [Antarctica - Discovery and Learning](https://expeditionsonline.com/tour/antarctica-discovery-and-learning_54)
December-January
11 days
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Explore the Antarctic Peninsula aboard a small ship on a Discovery & Learning voyage — wildlife, glaciers and expert insights await\!
FROM 9500\.00
[Find Out More](https://expeditionsonline.com/tour/antarctica-discovery-and-learning_54)
***
[Early Booking Rates](https://expeditionsonline.com/tour/taste-of-north-spitsbergen-arctic-adventure_403)
FROM 3250\.00
### [Taste of North Spitsbergen - Arctic Adventure](https://expeditionsonline.com/tour/taste-of-north-spitsbergen-arctic-adventure_403)
June-July
6 days
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Discover a compact Arctic voyage from Longyearbyen to the pack ice aboard m/v Ortelius — iconic wildlife and dramatic polar scenery in just days
FROM 3250\.00
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