--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 5c70ba68-0161-442f-91e4-a7f9c1ba5b4a slug: 2241542 voyage_code: ASC002G cruise_line: Aurora Expeditions ship: Greg Mortimer departure_date: return_date: nights: 33 embarkation_port: Dunedin disembarkation_port: Ushuaia, Argentina starting_price_usd: None bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-04T22:51:56Z --- # Epic Antarctica: Crossing the 7th Continent > Aurora Expeditions · Greg Mortimer · Jan 7 – Feb 9, 2027   (33 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Aurora Expeditions | | **Ship** | Greg Mortimer | | **Duration** | 33 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Dunedin | | **Disembarkation Port** | Ushuaia, Argentina | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | ASC002G | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Dunedin **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 2: Dunedin **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 3: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 4: Antarctic Islands **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 5: Antarctic Islands **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 6: Antarctic Islands **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 7: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 8: Macquarie Island, Sub Antarctic Island **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Macquarie Island is an island in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, about halfway between New Zealand and Antarctica. Regionally part of Oceania and politically a part of Tasmania, Australia, since 1900, it became a Tasmanian State Reserve in 1978 and was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. ### Day 9: Macquarie Island, Sub Antarctic Island **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Macquarie Island is an island in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, about halfway between New Zealand and Antarctica. Regionally part of Oceania and politically a part of Tasmania, Australia, since 1900, it became a Tasmanian State Reserve in 1978 and was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. ### Day 10: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 11: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 12: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 13: Ross Sea **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 14: Ross Sea **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 15: Ross Sea **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 16: Ross Sea **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 17: Ross Sea **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 18: Ross Sea **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 19: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 20: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 21: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 22: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 23: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 24: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 25: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 26: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 27: Antarctic Peninsula **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The Antarctic Peninsula, known as O'Higgins Land in Chile and Tierra de San Martin in Argentina, and originally as the Palmer Peninsula in the US and Graham Land in the United Kingdom, is the northernmost part of the mainland of Antarctica. ### Day 28: Antarctic Peninsula **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The Antarctic Peninsula, known as O'Higgins Land in Chile and Tierra de San Martin in Argentina, and originally as the Palmer Peninsula in the US and Graham Land in the United Kingdom, is the northernmost part of the mainland of Antarctica. ### Day 29: Antarctic Peninsula **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The Antarctic Peninsula, known as O'Higgins Land in Chile and Tierra de San Martin in Argentina, and originally as the Palmer Peninsula in the US and Graham Land in the United Kingdom, is the northernmost part of the mainland of Antarctica. ### Day 30: Antarctic Peninsula **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The Antarctic Peninsula, known as O'Higgins Land in Chile and Tierra de San Martin in Argentina, and originally as the Palmer Peninsula in the US and Graham Land in the United Kingdom, is the northernmost part of the mainland of Antarctica. ### Day 31: Antarctic Peninsula **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The Antarctic Peninsula, known as O'Higgins Land in Chile and Tierra de San Martin in Argentina, and originally as the Palmer Peninsula in the US and Graham Land in the United Kingdom, is the northernmost part of the mainland of Antarctica. ### Day 32: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 33: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 34: Ushuaia, Argentina **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Ushuaia is a resort town in Argentina. It's located on the Tierra del Fuego archipelago, the southernmost tip of South America, nicknamed the “End of the World.” The windswept town, perched on a steep hill, is surrounded by the Martial Mountains and the Beagle Channel. It's the gateway to Antarctica cruises and tours to nearby Isla Yécapasela, known as “Penguin Island” for its penguin colonies. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Pricing | Contact for latest fares | ## Cabin Options ### Outside Cabins **Aurora Stateroom Twin** (Code: AS2G) Cabin size: 15.8m² - 22.8m² (170 ft² - 245.41 ft²) The Greg Mortimer features eight Aurora Stateroom Twin cabins featuring portholes, all with private en-suites. Located on Deck 3, they're close to the mudroom and loading platforms, perfect for adventurers who are looking for a comfortable base tha... **Aurora Stateroom Triple** (Code: AS3G) Cabin size: 21.4m² - 22.8m² (230.34 ft² - 245.41 ft² ) There are six Aurora Stateroom Triple cabins featuring portholes, all with private en-suites. Located on Deck 3, they're close to the mudroom and loading platforms. *Please note the Aurora Stateroom Triple cabins are only available on certain d... ### Balcony Cabins **Balcony Stateroom Category C** (Code: BSCG) Cabin & balcony combined size: 20.9m2 24.8m2 (224.97 ft² - 266.95 ft²) We have three cabin categories of our Balcony Staterooms. These are classified as A, B or C depending on the cabin size. Our 14 Balcony Stateroom – C cabins are our most economical, fitted with all the necessities and comfortab... **Balcony Stateroom Category B** (Code: BSBG) Cabin & balcony combined size: 23.6m2 - 24.8m2 (254.03 ft² - 266.95 ft²) We have three cabin categories of our Balcony Staterooms. These are classified as A, B or C depending on the cabin size. Our 21 Balcony Stateroom – B Cabins are our standard cabin, many fitted with interconnecting features ma... **Balcony Stateroom Category A Single** (Code: BA1G) Stateroom & balcony combined size: 24.1m2 - 28m2 (259.41 ft² - 301.39 ft²) To support your solo travel adventures, from our 2026 Arctic and Beyond season, we will offer 6 dedicated Balcony Stateroom Category A - Solo cabins on every sailing, with no single supplement. We have three categories of o... **Balcony Stateroom Category C Single** (Code: BC1G) Stateroom & balcony combined size: 20.9m2 24.8m2 (224.97 ft² - 266.95 ft²) To support your solo travel adventures, from our 2026 Arctic and Beyond season, we will offer 2 dedicated Balcony Stateroom Category C - Solo cabins on every sailing, with no single supplement. We have three categories of o... **Balcony Stateroom Category A** (Code: BSAG) Cabin & balcony combined size: 24.1m2 - 28m2 (259.41 ft² - 301.39 ft²) We have three cabin categories of our Balcony Staterooms. These are classified as A, B or C depending on the cabin size. Our 23 Balcony Stateroom – A cabins are our premium cabin, and the most abundant on board. These cabins ar... **Balcony Stateroom Category B Single** (Code: BB1G) Stateroom & balcony combined size: 23.6m2 - 24.8m2 (254.03 ft² - 266.95 ft²) To support your solo travel adventures, from our 2026 Arctic and Beyond season, we will offer 2 dedicated Balcony Stateroom Category B - Solo cabins on every sailing, with no single supplement. We have three categories of... ### Suite Cabins **Captain Suite** (Code: CSG) Cabin & balcony combined size: 44.5m2 (478.99 ft²) The largest of all our rooms, the Greg Mortimer's singular Captain's Suite will take you to the polar regions in ultimate style and comfort. Complete with large lounge area, balcony, walk-in wardrobe and en-suite, you'll need to get in early to sec... **Balcony Stateroom Superior** (Code: SBSG) Cabin & balcony combined size: 28.2m2 - 40.2m2 (303.54 ft² - 432.70 ft²) With a bit more room to stretch the legs, the Balcony Stateroom Superior cabins are perfect for polar adventurers who travel with plenty of gear. Located on Deck 4 and 6, the Staterooms feature floor to ceiling windows, en-su... **Junior Suite** (Code: JSG) Cabin & balcony combined size: 38.9m2 (418.71 ft²) The Greg Mortimer's four Junior Suites take in some impressive scenery from their vantage points on Deck 7. When you aren't enjoying a landing, you can relax in the suites' separate lounge area, or just watch the world float by from the private bal... ## Ship Information ### Greg Mortimer We drew on centuries of collective experience to map out the Greg Mortimer: purpose-built for expeditions to the wildest and most remote places on earth. The first passenger ship to feature the revolutionary Ulstein X-BOW®, this allows the ship to cross oceans more comfortably and efficiently, and with expansive observation decks to bring you closer to the environment, inviting communal areas and unsurpassed environmental credentials, the Greg Mortimer offers the perfect base camp for adventures at the outer limits of human exploration. Accommodating a maximum of 130 expeditioners per voyage, it features 76 cosy, comfortable staterooms with a view of the ocean – 85% of staterooms have their own balcony! The ship also features a modern lecture lounge, multiple observation areas, a restaurant serving excellent meals, a Wellness Centre, gym, sauna, Jacuzzis, a mudroom and many other amenities. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 130 | | Crew | 0 | | Gross Tonnage | 0.0 | | Length | 341.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 71 | ## Ports of Call ### Dunedin *Coordinates: -45.8746, 170.503* ### Antarctic Islands ### Macquarie Island, Sub Antarctic Island Macquarie Island is an island in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, about halfway between New Zealand and Antarctica. Regionally part of Oceania and politically a part of Tasmania, Australia, since 1900, it became a Tasmanian State Reserve in 1978 and was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. ### Ross Sea ### Antarctic Peninsula *Coordinates: -82.8628, 135.0* The Antarctic Peninsula, known as O'Higgins Land in Chile and Tierra de San Martin in Argentina, and originally as the Palmer Peninsula in the US and Graham Land in the United Kingdom, is the northernmost part of the mainland of Antarctica. ### Ushuaia, Argentina *Coordinates: -54.7833, -68.2833* Ushuaia is a resort town in Argentina. It's located on the Tierra del Fuego archipelago, the southernmost tip of South America, nicknamed the “End of the World.” The windswept town, perched on a steep hill, is surrounded by the Martial Mountains and the Beagle Channel. It's the gateway to Antarctica cruises and tours to nearby Isla Yécapasela, known as “Penguin Island” for its penguin col... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2241542 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2241542 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2241542.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2241542/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/aurora-expeditions/greg-mortimer/other/09b45039.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-04 22:51:56 UTC