Itinerary
- Day 1
Christchurch to Timaru
Included Activities
- Coach transfer from Christchurch to Timaru
- Boarding and orientation on Scenic Eclipse II
- Welcome reception in Scenic Lounge Bar
- Day 2
At Sea
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Meet polar Discovery Team
- Introductory presentation on Antarctic wonders and expedition operations
- Day 3
At Sea
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Enrichment lectures on marine life, seabirds, polar history, ice formations, and Antarctic ecosystems
- Wildlife observation from Observation Deck, Bridge, or private verandah
Optional Activities
- Yoga or stretching class in PURE: Yoga & Pilates Studio
- Spa treatments at Senses Spa
- Salt Therapy Lounge experience
- Day 4
At Sea
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Expert-led lectures on Antarctica's unique wildlife, ice formations, and polar exploration
- Open bridge policy visit with Captain and navigation team
Optional Activities
- Lunch at Azure Bar & Café
- Dinner at Elements or other specialty restaurants
- Day 5
At Sea
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Immersive presentations on Antarctic landscapes, wildlife, and climate systems in cinemascope theatre
- Wildlife observation from Observation Lounge and private verandah
Optional Activities
- ESPA facial at Senses Spa
- Dinner at Lumière+ (contemporary French)
- Dinner at Sushi & Saké Bar @ Koko's
- Day 6
Antarctica
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Antarctic Circle crossing
- Final expedition briefing on Zodiac operations, wildlife etiquette, and safety protocols
- Interactive discussions on Antarctic wildlife and ecosystems
Optional Activities
- POWER: Gym session
- Complimentary class in PURE: Yoga & Pilates Studio
- Selection of up to 10 culinary experiences onboard
- Day 7
Antarctica - Ross Sea
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Night Market @ Koko's+ - street-food inspired dishes crafted by chef)
Included Activities
- Entry into Ross Sea region
- Observation and wildlife spotting opportunities
Optional Activities
- Zodiac exploration
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Guided and self-paced hikes
- Optional helicopter flights
Landmarks Mount Erebus Ross Island - Day 8
Antarctica - Ross Sea
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Contemporary French fine dining at Lumière+ with Champagne pairing, or Scenic Lounge Bar with 130+ whiskeys and cocktails)
Included Activities
- Beaufort Island observation and exploration
Optional Activities
- Zodiac exploration
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Optional helicopter flightseeing
Landmarks Beaufort Island - Day 9
Antarctica - Ross Sea
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Zodiac cruise along Ross Ice Shelf
- Wildlife observation (seals and penguins)
Optional Activities
- In-suite ESPA facial at Senses Spa
- Spa treatments at 550 sqm Senses Spa
- In-suite dining via personal butler
Landmarks Ross Ice Shelf 
- Day 10
Antarctica - McMurdo Sound
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- McMurdo Sound observation and potential exploration
Optional Activities
- Optional helicopter flight to McMurdo Dry Valleys
- Zodiac cruise
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Wildlife spotting in Observation Lounge
Landmarks McMurdo Sound McMurdo Dry Valleys - Day 11
Antarctica - Ross Island
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Asian Fusion at Koko's or steak and seafood at Elements, with live music and entertainment)
Included Activities
- Scott's Terra Nova Hut exploration at Cape Evans (subject to conditions and permitting)
- Discovery Team historian lecture on polar exploration rivalry
Optional Activities
- Zodiac exploration
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Optional helicopter flightseeing
- Guided nature walks
Landmarks Scott's Terra Nova Hut Cape Evans Ross Island - Day 12
Antarctica - Ross Island
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Mount Erebus viewing
- Theatre presentations on polar exploration history
- Observation of Adélie penguin colonies at Cape Bird and Cape Royds
Optional Activities
- Optional helicopter flightseeing
- Zodiac exploration
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Guided and self-paced nature walks
- Historic explorers' hut excursions
Landmarks Mount Erebus Cape Bird Cape Royds Shackleton's Nimrod Expedition Hut - Day 13
Antarctica - Ross Sea
- Meals
- Breakfast (Butler-delivered to suite), Lunch (Festive dining), Dinner (Festive dining and entertainment)
Included Activities
- Christmas morning observation from deck
- Complimentary polar parka
Optional Activities
- Zodiac exploration
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Optional helicopter flightseeing
- Further exploration of Mount Erebus, Cape Bird, Cape Royds, or other coastal sites
Landmarks Mount Erebus - Day 14
Antarctica - Inexpressible Island
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Inexpressible Island observation and potential exploration
- Discovery Team historian presentation on Scott's stranded party
Optional Activities
- Zodiac exploration of the coastline
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Optional helicopter flight
- Spa treatments at Senses Spa
Landmarks Inexpressible Island - Day 15
Antarctica - Coulman Island
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Contemporary French fine dining at Lumière+ with Champagne selection, or Sushi & Saké Bar @ Koko's)
Included Activities
- Coulman Island observation and cruising
- Emperor penguin colony viewing from ship
Optional Activities
- Zodiac cruise through pack ice
- Wildlife and seabird observation
Landmarks Coulman Island - Day 16
Antarctica - Ross Sea Region
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Crafted beverage at Scenic Lounge Bar, or vibrant street-food inspired dishes at Night Market @ Koko's+)
Included Activities
- Flexible exploration and wildlife observation in Ross Sea Region
Optional Activities
- Zodiac cruising
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Complimentary yoga or Pilates class in PURE studio
- POWER: Gym session
Landmarks Victoria Land - Day 17
At Sea
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Contemporary French fine dining at Lumière+ or final toast in one of eight bars and lounges)
Included Activities
- Northward departure from Ross Sea
Optional Activities
- Conservation-focused enrichment sessions
- Fine dining at Lumière+
- Scenic Lounge Bar visit
- Observation Lounge library activities
- Day 18
At Sea
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Enrichment talks and presentations from Discovery Team on Antarctic wildlife, history, and science
Optional Activities
- Spa treatments at Senses Spa (steam rooms, saunas, Salt Therapy Lounge)
- Coffee or cocktail at eight bars and lounges
- Library time in Observation Lounge
- Day 19
At Sea
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Elegant New Year's Eve fine dining with live entertainment and festive toasts)
Included Activities
- Series of enrichment lectures in cinemascope theatre on Antarctic topics
Optional Activities
- ESPA treatments at Senses Spa (facials, Ayurvedic massage, Japanese Shiatsu)
- Theatre performances
- In-suite dining with nightcap
- Day 20
At Sea
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Leisurely lunch at Azure Bar & Café), Dinner
Included Activities
- Enrichment lectures on Antarctic ecosystems and climate
Optional Activities
- POWER: Gym workout
- Pilates session
- PURE: Yoga & Pilates Studio
- Suite breakfast with butler
- Lunch at Azure Bar & Café
- Champagne at Lumière's Champagne Bar
- Day 21
New Zealand Subantarctic Islands
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Exploration of New Zealand Subantarctic Islands region
Optional Activities
- Zodiac exploration beneath towering sea cliffs
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- In-suite dining via personal butler
- Day 22
At Sea
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Final enrichment sessions with Discovery Team
Optional Activities
- ESPA facial or alternative spa therapies (Ayurvedic massage, Japanese Shiatsu)
- Boutique browsing
- Afternoon tea
- Scenic Lounge Bar visit (130+ whiskeys and cocktails)
- Day 23
Timaru
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Final dinner on board)
Included Activities
- Optional included shoreside experience in Timaru
- Waterfront exploration
- Day 24
Timaru to Mount Cook
- Meals
- Breakfast (Final breakfast on board Scenic Eclipse II)
Included Activities
- Final breakfast on board Scenic Eclipse II
- Coach transfer from Timaru inland
- Visit Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo
- Visit to Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
Landmarks Church of the Good Shepherd Lake Tekapo Aoraki / Mount Cook Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre 
- Day 25
Mount Cook to Christchurch
- Meals
- Dinner (Progressive dinner with local Māori guide featuring seasonal local produce at modern New Zealand restaurants)
Included Activities
- Tasman Glacier terminal lake cruise in custom MAC boats
- Progressive dinner with local Māori guide visiting modern New Zealand restaurants
Landmarks Tasman Glacier Canterbury Plains Christchurch - Day 26
Christchurch
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Punting on the Avon River past trailing willows and Botanic Gardens
- Botanic Gardens guided tour with expert commentary
- Akaroa day trip with two-hour nature harbour cruise exploring French settlement
- International Antarctic Centre visit with Penguin Express ride
- TranzAlpine rail journey across Southern Alps (coast-to-coast, return to Christchurch)
Landmarks Avon River Botanic Gardens Akaroa International Antarctic Centre - Day 27
Christchurch
- Meals
- Breakfast
