| Validity Dates |
19 Mar 2024 to 30 Apr 2024 |
| Start Price |
AU $19,595 per person
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| Cruise |
Greg Mortimer, 11 Nights Spirit of Antarctica Cruise ex Ushuaia Return |
| Cruise Line |
Aurora Expeditions |
| Ship |
Greg Mortimer |
| Destination |
Antarctica |
| Brief Description |
With FREE* International economy class airfare included, this early snow-filled season trip to Antarctica is true value in the time of surreal beauty. |
| Type of Special |
Fly Cruise and Stay |
| Departure Date |
27 Oct 2024 |
| Inclusions |
Package Summary: 14 nights Fly, Cruise & Stay
Package Starts: 25th October 2024 - with flight from Australia
Cruise Starts: 28th October 2024 - from Ushuaia, Argentina
Cruise Ends: 7th November 2024 - into Ushuaia, Argentina
Package Ends: 8th November 2024 - with flight from Buenos Aires to Australia
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ENJOY THE SAVINGS!
Twin Aurora Stateroom - was $25,170 - your special price: $19,595*pp
Twin Cat C Balcony - was $27,210 - your special price: $21,115*pp
Twin Superior Balcony - was $32,365 - your special price: $25,810*pp
Twin Junior Suite - was $39,560 - your special price: $32,015*pp
Single prices available on request.
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Embrace the spirit of polar exploration on this classic expedition to the coveted white continent. Sail across the famed Drake Passage, admiring spectacular seabirds and approaching the ice as the explorers of old did: by sea. With a chance to Zodiac-cruise through pack ice, set foot on the continent, choose from a range of adventure options and even perhaps camp* under pastel polar skies, this is the quintessential Antarctic voyage for adventure-lovers.
Highlights:
• Visit Antarctica while the snow is powdery white (and sometimes still falling) and witness the courtship rituals of the returning birds and penguins
• Hone your ice and wildlife photography skills
• In Zodiacs, explore quiet bays and coves in search of wildlife and marvelling at dazzling icebergs
• Search for crabeater seals nestled on floating icebergs
• Take the polar plunge and join an exclusive club!
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SNOW, SEALS & PENGUINS - Fly Free 2024 - The Spirit of Antarctica - Fly, Cruise & Stay package prices include:
- FREE* Return economy class airfare from Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne to Ushuaia (via Buenos Aires in both directions) inc tax
- Return airport - hotel - airport transfers in Buenos Aires pre cruise
- 2 nights pre cruise hotel stay in Buenos Aires with breakfast
- 1 night`s hotel accommodation in Ushuaia with breakfast plus welcome reception at group hotel (dinner not included)
- Half day city tour in Ushuaia prior to embarkation including transfer to the port
- Luggage transfer from your hotel in Ushuaia to ship
- 10 night Antarctica expedition cruise aboard Greg Mortimer from Ushuaia return
- Daily cabin service
- All meals, snacks, tea and coffee onboard
- Beer, house wine and soft drinks with dinner onboard
- All shore excursions and Zodiac cruises
- Shipboard wifi
- Educational lectures and guiding services from expedition team
- Complimentary access to onboard expedition doctor and medical clinic (initial consult)
- A 3-in-1 waterproof polar expedition jacket (yours to keep)
- Complimentary use of muck boots during the voyage
- Comprehensive pre-departure information
- Port surcharges, permits and landing fees
- 1 night Buenos Aires airport (EZE area) hotel stay post-cruise
Exclusions:
-Passport, visa, reciprocity and vaccination charges
-Travel insurance or emergency evacuation charges
-Hotels and meals not included in itinerary
-Optional excursions not included in the itinerary
-Optional activity surcharges
-All items of a personal nature, including but not limited to alcoholic beverages and soft drinks (outside of dinner service), gratuities, laundry services, personal clothing, medical expenses, email or phone charges.
Note: A $15 USD per person per day gratuity for the crew is automatically added to your onboard account. It is at your discretion if you would like to remove the tip (or adjust the amount) when you settle your bill. It is not necessary to tip the expedition team members. This gratuity amount is included for suites as part of their ‘Suite Benefits’.
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| Special Conditions |
*Conditions Apply: All prices shown here are per person share twin (unless stated as single) in AUD, based on best available cruise fare at time of publication (19Mar24). Included free airfare is based on a set value and is ex Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne only on carriers that we specify in economy class. Should value of airfares exceed our package included amount due to delays in correspondence, a surcharge will be levied for the difference. Once issued, airfares have strict cancellation/change fees which are not included. Selected routing and airlines apply to package offers - any variances requested by guest will incur surcharges. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Travel agent service fees may apply. Special conditions apply - please ask for full details at time of enquiry. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia. Please note that the prices shown here are not shown in real time. While we endeavour to keep our pricing as up-to-date as possible, the advertised prices shown here may differ from the prices in our booking system at time of reservation. Transfers only included if guests are arriving/departing by air at specific airports on exact package dates - with post cruise transfers in Buenos Aires not included in this offer. Offer ends 30Apr24 or sold out/withdrawn and is subject to availability at time of booking. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty. Ships tips are not included and are paid onboard. All prices from original USD and subject to currency fluctuation until paid in full. Aurora Expeditions operates in remote and challenging environments, and in the spirit of expedition travel, we encourage you to adopt a flexible and adventurous attitude when joining their voyages. This itinerary is a guide only and is subject to change due to weather, sea state and other conditions beyond their control. Camping, skiing, snorkelling and kayaking are an optional extra cost and must be pre-booked prior to departure. Complimentary airfare is on international flights from Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne only and is subject to flight availability within a set budget at time of booking.
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| Sailing Dates |
| 27 Oct 2024 |
| Cabin |
Twin |
| Aurora Stateroom Twin Share |
AU $19,595
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| Balcony Stateroom Cat C |
AU $21,115
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| Balcony Stateroom Superior |
AU $25,810
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| Junior Suite |
AU $32,015
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Pre-cruise Itinerary
| Date |
Activity |
| 25 Oct 2024 |
Fly FREE from Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne to Buenos Aires |
| 25 Oct 2024 |
Arrive Buenos Aires, Transfer to hotel for a 2 night stay |
| 26 Oct 2024 |
Buenos Aires at leisure |
| 27 Oct 2024 |
Transfer to airport, Fly Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, Transfer to hotel |
Cruise Itinerary
| Date |
Port |
Arrive |
Depart |
| 27 Oct 2024 |
Ushuaia, Argentina |
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Hotel |
| 28 Oct 2024 |
Ushuaia, Argentina |
Embark |
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| 29 Oct 2024 |
Drake Passage |
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| 30 Oct 2024 |
Drake Passage |
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| 31 Oct 2024 |
South Shetland Islands, Antarctica |
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| 1 Nov 2024 |
South Shetland Islands, Antarctica |
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| 2 Nov 2024 |
Antarctic Peninsula |
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| 3 Nov 2024 |
Antarctic Peninsula |
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| 4 Nov 2024 |
Antarctic Peninsula |
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| 5 Nov 2024 |
Drake Passage |
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| 6 Nov 2024 |
Drake Passage |
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| 7 Nov 2024 |
Ushuaia, Argentina |
Disembark |
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Post-cruise Itinerary
| Date |
Activity |
| 7 Nov 2024 |
Transfer to airport, Fly Ushuaia to Buenos Aires, Own way to airport hotel |
| 8 Nov 2024 |
Own way to airport, Fly Buenos Aires to Australia |
| 9 Nov 2024 |
Arrive Australia (some flights may arrive later) |
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
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