Compare Poseidon Expeditions with Quark Expeditions.
Summary
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Poseidon and Quark are both a Sea and Expedition Cruise Operator. Quark is the larger tour operator and runs 87 tours to 13 countries; Poseidon has 36 tours and travels to 10 countries.
The average daily rate of a tour with Quark (USD 1,544) is 24% higher than Poseidon (USD 1,242).
Quark Expeditions
Quark is an international Cruise Operator specialised in adventurous expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctic with extra-ordinary experiences and unforgettable memories.
View all tours organised by Quark Expeditions.How does Poseidon describe itself?
"Poseidon Expeditions’ goal is to provide curious, discerning travellers with the perfect combination of comfort and personable service, balanced with maximum opportunities for outdoor activities in the spirit of adventure. Using a fleet of Zodiac landing craft and operating different types of helicopters aboard icebreakers, passengers are guided ashore by an exceptional team of expedition guides and educators to observe up-close the spectacular wildlife and landscapes.
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How does Quark describe itself?
"As the Leader in Polar Adventures, we explore the Polar Regions differently from everyone else. When you travel with Quark Expeditions, you’re exploring alongside the most experienced polar experts on Earth, setting foot where few ever will, and doing what few ever dream. Do you want to explore off the beaten path? We can take you to where there are no paths at all."
What kind of tour operator is Poseidon?
Sea and Expedition Cruise Operator
Luxury Tour Operator
- Fellow travellers on the ships will be coming from many different countries.
- Communication onboard can be in multiple languages like English, French and German.
- You will join your group tour at your destination (hotel or airport), where the operator will greet you.
- You need to arrange your own transportation (flight) to get to the starting point.
What kind of tour operator is Quark?
Sea and Expedition Cruise Operator
Same As Tour Operator Poseidon
What kind of tours does Poseidon offer?
Tours
- Sea Cruises: 36
- Duration: 10 - 22 days
- Prices: USD 10,300 - USD 30,700
- Average price per day: USD 1,242
- Going to: 4 Continents, 10 Countries
- Overall rating: 4.7, Review Count: 450 (Trustpilot)
What kind of tours does Quark offer?
Tours
- Sea Cruises: 87
- Duration: 8 - 23 days
- Prices: USD 6,395 - USD 46,900
- Average price per day: USD 1,544
- Going to: 4 Continents, 13 Countries
How is Poseidon rated? Are there any reviews?
Overall rating: 4.7
Review Count: 450
How is Quark rated? Are there any reviews?
We did not find any publicly available reviews for this this tour operator. They may exists and this may be a good, recommended operator, but we cannot verify.
What kind of tours does Poseidon conduct?
What kind of tours does Quark conduct?
What associations is Poseidon a member of? Financial protection?
- AECO. Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators
- IAATO. International Association of Antarctic Tour Operators
- ATTA. Adventure Travel Trade Association
What associations is Quark a member of? Financial protection?
- ABTA. Association of British Travel Agents
- Travelopia. Travelopia Group of Companies
- AECO. Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators
- IAATO. International Association of Antarctic Tour Operators
What is the typical tour duration and cost of tours with Poseidon?
- 1-week Tours: Average Rate USD 11,900 (4x)
- 2-week Tours: Average Rate USD 15,900 (24x)
- 3-week Tours: Average Rate USD 25,600 (8x)
- Average Rate USD 17,600, Average rate per day USD 1,242 (36x)
What is the typical tour duration and cost of tours with Quark?
- 1-week Tours: Average Rate USD 19,000 (16x)
- 2-week Tours: Average Rate USD 18,500 (56x)
- 3-week Tours: Average Rate USD 31,900 (15x)
- Average Rate USD 20,900, Average rate per day USD 1,544 (87x)
In which countries does Poseidon conduct tours?
Antarctica Continent: 4 Countries
Antarctica, Falkland Islands, South Georgia, South Shetland Islands
Europe: 4 Countries
Iceland, Scotland, Svalbard
Additional countries in this comparison
England
North America: 1 Countries
Greenland
South-America: 1 Countries:
Argentina
In which countries does Quark conduct tours?
Antarctica Continent: 5 Countries
Antarctica, Falkland Islands, South Georgia, South Shetland Islands
Additional countries in this comparison
South Orkney Islands
Europe: 4 Countries
Iceland, Scotland, Svalbard
Additional countries in this comparison
Finland
North America: 2 Countries
Greenland
Additional countries in this comparison
Canada
South-America: 2 Countries:
Argentina
Additional countries in this comparison
Chile