ADVENTURE FROM CAPE HORN TO ANTARCTICA

FEBRUARY 14 – MARCH 4, 2017

PRESENTED BY GLP WORLDWIDE FOR UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO ALUMNI AND FRIENDS 2

DEAR ALUMNI AND FRIENDS:

Once-in-a-lifetime adventures. Incredible nature and wildlife encounters. Cultural experiences. Valuable learning opportunities. It’s all waiting for you to experience on an unforgettable cruise and land journey through the Southern Hemisphere and Antarctica. Our Adventure from Cape Horn to Antarctica includes a 13-day cruise aboard the MS Midnatsol, a 500-passenger ship designed for polar waters.

Begin your journey at the base of the Andes with a two night stay in Santiago, Chile, one of Latin America’s most historical and architecturally significant cities. Just a short drive to the south, visit the wine region of Colchagua Valley, an area known for producing some of the country’s finest wines.

The famous Magellan Strait and Beagle Channel beckon as we depart by air from Santiago and arrive in Punta Arenas to begin our cruise. Formidable fjords, channels, and mountains that plunge into the icy waters will greet our roving eyes. It’s a land mostly undisturbed by man. Leave the Chilean fjords and sail to Cape Horn, the southernmost point of South America. On board, be treated to sumptuous cuisine, daily activities, and lectures on various aspects of the continent. Antarctica is teeming with whales, seals, hundreds of thousands of penguins, and icebergs that can be the size of office buildings.

Head out in kayaks and zodiacs for more up close encounters with nature and wildlife or to visit old whaling stations and research bases. Each day presents a new adventure. Don’t miss out. Savour the wine, cavort with the penguins, discover your adventurous side, and enjoy Antarctica’s spectacular views. Reserve your spot today.

For more information or to make your reservation, please contact GLP Worldwide at 1.866.760.1987 or [email protected].

Sincerely,

Daphne Tao Manager, Alumni Travel

GLPWORLDWIDE.COM | 1.866.760.1987 Adventure from Cape Horn to Antarctica 3 MEET YOUR POLAR HEROES! The Discovery Team possesses a contagious enthusiasm, curiosity, and love for the areas we visit and are eager to share stories, interpret what you see, and guide you to the most interesting sites and experiences. Your guides are modern-day explorers comprised of expedition leaders, activity specialists, scientists, teachers, and stewards of our planet, carefully selected for their local knowledge and expertise.

Tomas Zadronzy - Poland Corinna Skindo - Norway Monica Kidd - Canada EXPEDITION LEADER EXPEDITION LEADER BIOLOGIST

Tomas was an operation leader of the Corinna grew up among the Norwegian Monica earned a graduate degree Polish Antarctic Station. Since 1999, mountains. With an early interest in studying Atlantic seabirds and has he has worked aboard passenger languages and travel, she joined the won dozens of international awards exploration vessels around the world. Hurtigruten fleet in 1996 and came to as a national science reporter for the His favourite places are the Earth’s polar Antarctica in 2005, lured by the tales Canadian Broadcasting Corporation areas and he is a senior member of the of early explorers. Her expertise is in (CBC). She is a practicing family physician Hurtigruten Expedition Team. history, geology, geography, languages, and has published books of fiction, non- and culture of art. fiction, and poetry.

Olav Orheim - Norway Karin Strand - Norway Henryk Wolski - Poland GLACIOLOGIST / EXPEDITION LEADER HISTORIAN/ADVENTURER CLIMATOLOGIST Born in Norway, Karin joined the As a member of Arved Fuchs’ ICESAIL Hurtigruten fleet in 1998 and has worked expedition, Henryk became the sixth Olav has led numerous scientific on various ships as Expedition Leader. person to circumnavigate the North Pole. expeditions in Antarctica including Since 2001, Karin has worked as chief He has retraced Sir Ernest Shackleton’s four decades with the Norwegian Polar purser and sailed on Hurtigruten’s MS famous Antarctic voyage and organized Institute, the Research Counsel of Nordnorge in Chile & Antarctica during the Darwin & Tierra del Fuego expedition. Norway, and Norway’s permanent station its first season in 2002-2003. A seasoned expedition leader and lecturer, in Antarctica. He is regarded as one of the Henryk makes history come alive! world’s leading glaciologists.

The composition of Discovery Team members will vary between seasons and sailings, but Hurtigruten always considers the best mix of competencies to accommodate the destinations we are exploring.

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ADVENTURE FROM CAPE HORN TO ANTARCTICA

On these voyages the elements rule; the weather, wind, and ice conditions will determine our schedule. These are some of the possible landing sites, excursions, and activities in Antarctica.

PUNTA ARENAS Garibaldi glaciers calving ice into the fjord. Come Punta Arenas, capital of the Magellan region, has ashore and see sea lions, Andean condors, and European architecture and interesting historical several other birds only found here. places. With over 130,000 inhabitants, it is the largest town in the region. Founded in the mid- CAPE HORN 1800s, it grew into a centre for seafaring, trade, Cape Horn is on the southernmost tip of South and culture, spreading its influence over the entire America and is a maritime legend. It marks region. the northern boundary of the Drake Passage. The waters around the Cape are particularly PUERTO WILLIAMS hazardous owing to strong winds, large waves, Puerto Williams is one of the world’s southernmost and strong currents. towns and lies on the island of Navarino. Only the narrow Beagle Channel divides it from the KING GEORGE ISLAND Argentinian Tierra del Fuego, where snow covered On King George Island, visit a research station peaks create a monumental background. The town where the friendly Polish crew welcomes us. On was founded as a radio station in 1953 and was the beaches, there are hundreds of penguins and later developed into a naval base. old whalebones from the whaling period, and probably the only greenhouse in Antarctica. THE MAGELLAN STRAIT The Magellan Strait bears the name of the DECEPTION ISLAND Portuguese seafarer who discovered this navigable Ring-shaped Deception Island is an incredible sea route in 1520. It separates the South American island! Head up on deck while sailing through continent from Tierra del Fuego. The Magellan the narrow channel at Neptune’s Bellows, one of Strait is of permanent significance for navigation the only places in the world leading directly into between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and for the the centre of a restless volcano. It is also home to maritime industry between Chile and Argentina. many penguins.

GARIBALDI FJORD NEKO HARBOUR AND ALMIRANTE BROWN Sail through the Chilean fjords and deep into the Being in Antarctica’s waters is one thing, but Garibaldi Fjord. The mountains are steep and going ashore on the Antarctic mainland is rare. while there is snow on top of the mountains, the And today is the opportunity to do just that. Neko surrounding area is very green with abundant Harbour is truly a taste of Antarctic paradise. wildlife. At the end of the fjord, see the beautiful Several hundred gentoo penguins breed here

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and often leopard seals are lurking in the waters. HALF MOON ISLAND Near the stony landing site, a massive glacier On Half Moon Island, explore the impressive calves into the sea. Visit Paradise Harbour and Antarctic scenery. From the deck there are great the Almirante Brown Research Station and sail opportunities to see whales. On shore, see chinstrap through the Lemaire channel for a closer look at penguins and fur seals up close. glaciers, icebergs, and mountains. DANCO ISLAND CUVERVILLE ISLAND Danco Island lies among the icebergs in the Errera Today is penguin day! Take small-craft boats Channel, in close proximity to the Antarctic mainland. to make a landing. Cuverville Island hosts the This small island is a breeding site for gentoo largest gentoo penguin colony in Antarctica penguins. with 6,500 breeding pairs. Penguins are also the theme-of-the-day on board, so get ready to be charmed and enjoy the day.

Adventure from Cape Horn to Antarctica 6 ITINERARY

DAY 1 / TUE FEB 14 / TORONTO – SANTIAGO Board an overnight flight to Santiago, Chile, and get some rest. An adventure awaits!

DAY 2 / WED FEB 15 / ARRIVE SANTIAGO (D) Welcome to Chile! After checking into the hotel, the remainder of the day is at leisure. Enjoy a welcome dinner this evening. Accommodation: Sheraton Hotel or similar

DAY 3 / THU FEB 16 / SANTIAGO (B,L) After breakfast, head to Colchagua Valley, an historical region famous for its choice Chilean wines. Tour a vineyard and partake in a tasting before taking a scenic cable car ride toward the Cerro Chaman. Once there, visit an indigenous village, tour the cosmos with a stargazing session at the local observatory, and enjoy a barbecue lunch at Restaurant Casa Grande. Accommodation: Sheraton Hotel or similar

DAY 4 / FRI FEB 17 / SANTIAGO – PUNTA ARENAS / EMBARKATION (B,D) This morning, take to the skies on a chartered flight from Santiago to Punta Arenas, where theMS Midnatsol awaits. Settle in and acquaint yourself with the ship. Celebrate with a welcome dinner in the main dining room.

DAY 5 / SAT FEB 18 / CHILEAN FJORDS (B,L,D) After a night’s rest, take in the astounding scenery of the Garibaldi Fjord, home to Andean condors, sea lions, and an untold variety of birds. Be sure not to miss the striking blue Garibaldi glaciers, known to make a surprise appearance as the ship sails toward the fjord’s end.

DAY 6 / SUN FEB 19 / CHILEAN FJORDS AND CAPE HORN (B,L,D) Step out on deck as the ship arrives at Cape Horn, the southernmost point of South America. Weather permitting, disembark onto this maritime legend and stand atop the stark archipelago.

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DAY 7 / MON FEB 20 / CRUISING (B,L,D) The voyage continues across the Drake Passage, with over 600 kilometres of open sea connecting the southern tip of South America and Antarctica. Activities abound onboard including lectures in the Explorer Room and dance lessons.

DAY 8 / TUE FEB 21 / CRUISING (B,L,D) Wake up in awe-inspiring Antarctica. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast with endless views of icebergs and pure white panoramas. Take the day to relax, attend a lecture, or catch up on reading. Later on, keep an eye out for a vast sea of black and grey which make up the famous penguin colonies of the frozen south.

DAY 9 – 13 / FEB 22 - 26 / ANTARCTICA (B,L,D) Over the next few days, explore Antarctica’s majestic frozen landscape and see the fearless, flightless penguins of the South Shetlands and Cuverville Island up close. Embark on a field day excursion or a kayak tour, and discover the region’s many historic bays and harbours, home to humpback whales and old whaling stations.

DAY 14 / MON FEB 27 / CRUISING (B,L,D) As the ship turns back toward Cape Horn, attend a lecture, breathe in the freshest air imaginable up on deck, or recuperate from a day of expeditionary escapades in the Antarctic.

DAY 15 / TUE FEB 28 / CAPE HORN & CHILEAN FJORDS (B,L,D) Now back in Cape Horn, sail into the Beagle Channel for a visit to Puerto Williams, a charming little town nestled between mountain and sea. Take advantage of yet another excellent photo opportunity as the ship passes through the Chilean fjords.

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DAY 16 / WED MAR 1 / CHILEAN FJORDS (B,L,D) Arrive at the Chilean fjords for one last landing. Celebrate the final night on board with a farewell dinner.

DAY 17 / THU MAR 2 / PUNTA ARENAS – SANTIAGO (B,L,D) After breakfast, disembark at Punta Arenas and transfer to the airport for a charter flight back to Santiago. Once settled into the hotel, enjoy an authentic Chilean dinner at Los Buenos Muchachos. Accommodation: Sheraton Hotel or similar

DAY 18 / FRI MAR 3 / SANTIAGO (B,L) Explore Santiago, a colonial city with modern high-rise architecture. Drive downtown and pass by O’Higgins Park and picturesque Cousino Palace. Stop by the Universidad de Chile, San Francisco Church, and Santa Lucia Hill, where Santiago was first founded. Continue to Plaza de Armas, cross the Mapocho River to the bohemian Bellavista district, and San Cristobal Hill for rewarding views of the Andes Mountains. Stop for lunch at the Costamia restaurant in Costanera Center, one of Santiago’s biggest shopping malls, before transferring to the airport for an overnight flight back to Toronto.

DAY 19 / SAT MAR 4 / ARRIVE TORONTO Arrive in Toronto. Your adventure is at an end, but it will be unforgettable.

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MS MIDNATSOL

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HORISONT OUTDOOR EXPLORER LIFT modern art on display. MS Midnatsol GALLERY DECK was put into service on April 15, 2003 SAUNA and is the fourth Hurtigruten ship to TRIM FITNES S bear this name. The ship has a strong environmental profile and a modern DECK 8 9 1 3 03 0 1 3 7 80 7 8 8 MYSTERIER 19 15 82 8 8 WC -82 1 - - MEDIA BAR U2-8 11 U2-8 U2 - U2-805 U2 - U2-8 0 U2 - - design, with Norwegian materials used -81 CENTER extensively throughout its interiors. -825 BALCON Y PANORAMA LIFT LOUNGE LIFT

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DECK 6 P2-6 11 P2-615 P2-607 P2-605 P2-603 Q2-69 1 P2-687 P2-683 P2-679 P2-675 P2-671 P2-667 P2-663 P2-659 P2-655 Q2-60 1 P3-625 P3-619 O2-65 3 O2-65 1 O2-64 9 J3-639 J3-643 J3-641 J3-637 J3-635 J3-647 J3-645 J3-633 J3-631 J3-629 J3-627 I2-600 SHIP YARD: Fosen Mekaniske Verksteder, Norway LIFT I2-623 I2-621 I2-617 I2-613 I2-609 I2-689 I2-685 I2-681 I2-677 I2-673 I2-669 I2-665 I2-661 I2-657 FLAG: Norway LIFT J3-638 J3-634 J3-632 J3-630 J3-628 J3-626 J3-636 J3-624 J3-622 J3-620 J3-618 QJ-64 0 P3-616 P3-614 P2-606 P2-604 P2-612 P2-610 P2-608 P2-662 P2-660 P2-658 P2-656 P2-654 P2-652 P2-650 P2-648 P2-646 Q2-60 2 Q2-66 4 YEAR OF CONSTRUCTION: 2003 O2-64 4 O2-64 2 GROSS TONNAGE: 16,151 PASSENGERS: 500 DECK 5 CABINS: 278 MEDIA CENTER CONF. ROOM STJERNE OVERALL LENGTH: 445 FT WC

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Grand Suite MG Arctic Superior QJ INCLUDED FEATURES:

• Economy Class ticket from Toronto to Santiago • Full board and complimentary tea and coffee and return (contact us for upgrade options) • Wind and water-resistant jacket • Air carrier imposed fees and surcharges • Landings in Antarctica with Expedition Team • Transfers, tours and meals per itinerary • One night post-cruise in Santiago • Charter flights between Santiago and • Activities, lectures and workshops on board and Punta Arenas ashore • Two nights pre-cruise in Santiago • Gratuities

CATEGORY DECK DOUBLE OCCUPANCY SINGLE SUPPLEMENT (CAD) (CAD) I 4, 6, 7 $11,460.00 $1,990.00 L 3, 4 $11,760.00 $2,360.00 N 4 $12,050.00 $2,720.00 O 4, 6 $12,270.00 $2,990.00 P 6 $12,490.00 $3,270.00 U 7, 8 $12,700.00 $3,540.00

Suites are available upon request and subject to availability. Prices are per person in Canadian dollars.

To reserve your place on this once-in-a-lifetime experience, please contact GLP Worldwide: [email protected] 1.866.760.1987 | 905.258.7778 11 TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Rates are based on a minimum of 10 full fare paying passengers. In the event the group does not meet this requirement, Hurtigruten reserves the right to withdraw the group discount and reinstate the current available rate.

All name changes are on a request basis. If allowed, there will be a charge of CDN $110.00 per person for name changes (excluding name changes due to marital status). Hurtigruten reservesHenryk the Wolski right to treat - Poland a name change request as a cancellation and a new booking. In this case, the cancellation charges will apply. HISTORIAN/ADVENTURER

As a member of Arved Fuchs’ ICESAIL DEPOSITS AND PAYMENTS expedition, he became the sixth person to Double occupancy Single occupancy circumnavigate the North Pole in this way. He has retraced Sir Ernest CDN $2,000.00 per person CDN $3,000.00 per person Shackleton’s famous Antarctica voyage, organized the Darwin & Tierra del Fuego Passenger names received by GLP/Hurtigruten are considered sold and subjectexpedition, to cancellation and crossed charges the European outlined below, regardless if payment has been received. continent in replica Viking ships.

Final payment by: October 16, 2016

Note: 1. Passenger names must match passport. 2. Please ensure that passports are valid for 6 months from return date.

CANCELLATION CHARGES ON CRUISE AND LAND More than 120 days before departure: No penalty 120-60 days before departure: 50% of tour price Less than 60 days before departure: 100% of tour price

AIR CANCELLATION PENALTIES ARE SUBJECT TO AIRLINE REGULATIONS

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*Important note regarding landings in Antarctica: Landings will be conducted via custom expedition landing craft designed exclusively for Hurtigruten. Deployment will be from two tender pits on the lower deck for optimal safety and comfort. There will be approximately 12-13 landing sites available; and weather permitting, each guest will have one landing and one safari cruise per day in Antarctica with an expedition guide. In accordance with IAATO regulations, no more than 100 passengers are ashore at a landing site simultaneously; and a ratio of 1 guide to 20 passengers is maintained while ashore. For more information please visit: www.iaato.org

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