Itinerary
- Day 1
Christchurch
- Meals
- Dinner (Progressive dinner with local Maori guide at local modern NZ restaurants featuring seasonal local produce)
Included Activities
- Progressive dinner with local Maori guide learning about early Maori culture
- Visit to local modern NZ restaurants
Optional Activities
- Explore Riverside Market
- Visit restaurant-filled Terrace
- Browse boutique galleries and street art
Landmarks Riverside Market - Day 2
Christchurch
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice activity (one of five options)
Optional Activities
- Punting on the Avon River
- Botanic Gardens guided tour
- Akaroa day trip with nature harbour cruise
- International Antarctic Centre with Penguin Express
- TranzAlpine train journey across Southern Alps
Landmarks Christchurch Botanic Gardens Avon River Akaroa International Antarctic Centre - Day 3
Christchurch to Mt Cook
Included Activities
- Visit Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
Landmarks Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre Aoraki / Mount Cook - Day 4
Mt Cook to Timaru
Included Activities
- Tasman Glacier exploration by MAC boat
- Visit Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo
- Board Scenic Eclipse II and meet Captain and crew
Landmarks Tasman Glacier Lake Tekapo Church of the Good Shepherd - Day 5
At Sea
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Meet specialist polar Discovery Team
- Introductory presentation in theatre on Antarctica
- Day 6
At Sea
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Enrichment lectures on Antarctic marine biodiversity, glaciology, and history
Optional Activities
- Yoga or stretching class in PURE studio
- Spa treatments at Senses Spa
- Salt Therapy Lounge
- Wildlife spotting from Observation Lounge with Swarovski telescopes
- Day 7
At Sea
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Expert-led lectures on Antarctic wildlife, ice formations, and exploration history
- Open bridge policy to meet Captain and learn about ship sustainability
- Day 8
At Sea - Entering Antarctica
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Immersive presentations on Antarctic landscapes, wildlife, and climate
Optional Activities
- ESPA facial at Senses Spa
- Reading in Observation Lounge
- Contemporary French cuisine at Lumière+
- Sushi & Saké Bar @ Koko's
- Day 9
At Sea - Antarctic Circle
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cross Antarctic Circle
- Final expedition briefing
- Interactive discussions on Antarctic wildlife and ecosystems
- Complimentary PURE yoga and pilates classes
Optional Activities
- POWER gym workouts
- Day 10
Antarctica - Ross Sea Region
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Entry to Ross Sea region
Optional Activities
- Zodiac explorations
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Guided and self-paced hikes
- Optional helicopter flights
Landmarks Ross Sea Mount Erebus Ross Island - Day 11
Antarctica - Ross Sea Region
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Contemporary French fine dining at Lumière+ paired with Champagne selection, or casual cocktails at Scenic Lounge Bar)
Optional Activities
- Zodiac exploration around Beaufort Island
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Optional helicopter flights
Landmarks Beaufort Island - Day 12
Antarctica - Ross Ice Shelf
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise along Ross Ice Shelf
Optional Activities
- Zodiac cruise along ice face
- Wildlife spotting from Observation Lounge
- ESPA spa treatments
Landmarks Ross Ice Shelf - Day 13
Antarctica - McMurdo Sound
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Enrichment lectures on regional scientific work and exploration
Optional Activities
- Optional helicopter flight over McMurdo Dry Valleys with potential landing
- Zodiac cruises
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
Landmarks McMurdo Sound McMurdo Dry Valleys - Day 14
Antarctica - Ross Island
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Asian fusion at Koko's Asian Fusion or steak and seafood at Elements)
Included Activities
- Lecture on Scott, Amundsen, and Shackleton exploration rivalry
Optional Activities
- Landing at Scott's Terra Nova Hut (weather and ice conditions permitting)
- Zodiac cruises
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Optional helicopter flightseeing
Landmarks Cape Evans Scott's Terra Nova Hut - Day 15
Antarctica - Mount Erebus Region
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Lecture on Mount Erebus and early Antarctic explorers
Optional Activities
- Optional helicopter flightseeing over Mount Erebus and Ross Island
- Zodiac explorations
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Guided and self-paced nature walks to historic explorer huts
- Spa treatments
Landmarks Mount Erebus Cape Bird Cape Royds Shackleton's Nimrod Hut - Day 16
Antarctica - Christmas Day at Ross Sea
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast delivered by butler to suite), Lunch, Dinner (Festive Christmas dinner)
Included Activities
- Christmas Day celebration with festive dining and entertainment
Optional Activities
- Zodiac explorations
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Optional helicopter flightseeing
Landmarks Mount Erebus Cape Bird Cape Royds - Day 17
Antarctica - Inexpressible Island
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Lecture on Inexpressible Island and Scott Expedition history
Optional Activities
- Zodiac coastal exploration
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Optional helicopter flights
- Spa treatments
- Open bridge visit
Landmarks Inexpressible Island - Day 18
Antarctica - Coulman Island
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Contemporary French fine dining at Lumière+ paired with Champagne, or Sushi & Saké Bar @ Koko's)
Optional Activities
- Zodiac exploration of pack ice around Coulman Island
Landmarks Coulman Island - Day 19
Antarctica - Ross Sea Region
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Street-food inspired dishes at Night Market @ Koko's+)
Included Activities
- Complimentary yoga and pilates classes in PURE studio
- Access to POWER gym
Optional Activities
- Flexible zodiac explorations based on conditions
- Coastal and wildlife viewing
Landmarks Victoria Land - Day 20
At Sea - Returning North
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 21
At Sea
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Discovery Team talks on Antarctica's wildlife, history, and science
Optional Activities
- Spa treatments
- Library browsing
- Day 22
At Sea - New Year's Eve
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Elegant New Year's Eve fine dining celebration)
Included Activities
- Discovery Team lectures on Antarctica wildlife, glaciology, and history
- New Year's Eve celebration with elegant fine dining and live entertainment
Optional Activities
- ESPA spa treatments
- Theatre performances
- Day 23
At Sea - New Year's Day
- Meals
- Breakfast (Sumptuous breakfast delivered to suite by butler), Lunch (Leisurely lunch at Azure Bar & Café), Dinner
Included Activities
- Complimentary gym and yoga/pilates classes
- Discovery Team enrichment lectures on Antarctica ecosystems and climate
- Butler-delivered breakfast to suite
- Day 24
New Zealand Subantarctic Islands
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (In-suite dining through butler service)
Optional Activities
- Zodiac explorations
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
Landmarks New Zealand Subantarctic Islands - Day 25
At Sea
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Photo organizing and journaling
- ESPA spa facial or massage treatments
- Boutique shopping
- Afternoon tea
- Final Discovery Team enrichment session
- Day 26
Timaru, New Zealand
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Final dinner on board)
Included Activities
- Included shoreside experience (optional)
Optional Activities
- Leisurely waterfront stroll in Timaru
Landmarks Timaru - Day 27
Timaru to Christchurch
- Meals
- Breakfast (Final luxurious breakfast)
Landmarks Timaru
