Itinerary
- Day 1
Hobart
Hobart- Accommodation
- Hotel 3* (Hotel in Hobart to be confirmed (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Dine at one of Hobart's celebrated restaurants
- Leisurely stroll along the historic waterfront
Landmarks Hobart Waterfront - Day 2
Hobart to At Sea
Hobart to At Sea- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
- Embark M/V Greg Mortimer
- Exploration of ship's public spaces
- Deck viewing as ship departs Derwent River
Optional Activities
- Explore Hobart during morning leisure time
Landmarks Derwent River Tasman Peninsula Storm Bay - Day 3
At Sea
At Sea- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Included Activities
- Expedition team presentations and lectures
- Photography and birdwatching guidance
Optional Activities
- Attend lectures on wildlife, landscapes, and historic sites
- Meet fellow travelers
- Explore ship's facilities
- Day 4
At Sea
At Sea- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Sauna
- Onboard gym
- Polar library
- Bar and social activities
- Day 5
At Sea
At Sea- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Deck observation for whales and albatross
- Observation lounge relaxation
Landmarks Southern Ocean - Day 6
Macquarie Island
Macquarie Island- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Included Activities
- Viewing of Macquarie Island wildlife
- Deck observation of seabirds and seals
Optional Activities
- Zodiac exploration around island
Landmarks Macquarie Island - Day 7
Macquarie Island
Macquarie Island- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Included Activities
- Viewing kelp forests and wildlife
- Historical site observation (1911 radio relay station)
Optional Activities
- Zodiac expeditions
- Landings on island
Landmarks Macquarie Island Radio Relay Station (1911) - Day 8
At Sea
At Sea- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Deck observation for albatross
Landmarks Southern Ocean - Day 9
At Sea
At Sea- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Observation of Antarctic Convergence transition
- Wildlife spotting (penguins, petrels)
Landmarks Antarctic Convergence Antarctic Circle - Day 10
At Sea
At Sea- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Included Activities
- Expedition team presentations on Antarctic wildlife and historic expeditions
Optional Activities
- Sauna and spa treatments
- Bar and social activities
- Photo editing in cabin
- Lecture room presentations
- Day 11
Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea
Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Included Activities
- Arrival at Victoria Land Coast
Optional Activities
- Deck observation
- Experience Antarctic environment
Landmarks Victoria Land Coast Ross Sea - Day 12
Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea
Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Included Activities
- Wildlife viewing in Ross Sea region
Optional Activities
- Zodiac expeditions
- Landings and exploration
Landmarks Ross Sea - Day 13
Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea
Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Included Activities
- Viewing of Adélie penguin colonies
- Viewing of emperor penguin colonies
Optional Activities
- Zodiac expeditions
- Landings for wildlife observation
Landmarks Ross Sea - Day 14
Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea
Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Included Activities
- Viewing of historic expedition sites and huts
Optional Activities
- Landings at historic base camp locations
- Exploration of preserved huts and artifacts
Landmarks Ross Sea Historic Base Camps - Day 15
Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea
Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Included Activities
- Flexible expedition planning and daily itinerary design
Optional Activities
- Landings and Zodiac expeditions based on conditions
Landmarks Victoria Land Coast - Day 16
Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea
Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Included Activities
- Zodiac-cruises amongst ice
- Landings at various Ross Sea locations
Optional Activities
- Ross Ice Shelf viewing and cruising
- Franklin Island landing and hiking
- McMurdo Sound exploration and historic hut visits
- Cape Washington Terra Nova Bay visit
- Cape Hallett landing and penguin colony viewing
- Cape Adare landing and Antarctic exploration
Landmarks Ross Ice Shelf Franklin Island McMurdo Sound McMurdo Station Scott Research Base Cape Washington Terra Nova Bay Cape Hallett Cape Adare - Day 17
Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea
Victoria Land Coast and the Ross Sea- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Included Activities
- Final Antarctic exploration
Optional Activities
- Landings at remaining sites
- Zodiac expeditions
Landmarks Victoria Land Coast - Day 18
At Sea
At Sea- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Deck observation of Southern Ocean wildlife
Landmarks Southern Ocean - Day 19
At Sea
At Sea- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Included Activities
- Expedition team presentations and polar film showings
Optional Activities
- Lecture room presentations
- Socializing at bar, library, or observation deck
Landmarks Southern Ocean - Day 20
At Sea
At Sea- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Photo review and editing
- Journal writing
- Map marking of journey
- Reflection and relaxation
Landmarks Southern Ocean - Day 21
At Sea
At Sea- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Deck observation for endemic wildlife
Landmarks Auckland Islands - Day 22
New Zealand's Subantarctic Islands
New Zealand's Subantarctic Islands- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Included Activities
- Exploration of New Zealand's subantarctic islands
Optional Activities
- Landings and Zodiac expeditions
Landmarks New Zealand Subantarctic Islands - Day 23
New Zealand's Subantarctic Islands
New Zealand's Subantarctic Islands- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Included Activities
- Landings on subantarctic islands
- Zodiac expeditions
Optional Activities
- Wildlife viewing and exploration
Landmarks New Zealand Subantarctic Islands - Day 24
New Zealand's Subantarctic Islands
New Zealand's Subantarctic Islands- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Included Activities
- Flexible expedition planning and daily itinerary design
Optional Activities
- Landings and Zodiac expeditions
Landmarks New Zealand Subantarctic Islands - Day 25
At Sea
At Sea- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (M/V Greg Mortimer (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Reflection and relaxation
- Deck observation of Southern Ocean
Landmarks Southern Ocean - Day 26
Dunedin
Dunedin- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast
- Disembarkation in Dunedin
Landmarks Dunedin 











