Jewels of the Arctic

14 nights departing Saturday 7th Aug 2021

Explore Svalbard, a world of near-endless daylight, where polar bear sightings quicken your pulse, walrus haul out on sea ice, and guillemot cries echo from towering cliffs. In east Greenland, sail deep into the world’s largest fjord, Scoresbysund, visit Ittoqqortoomiit, one of the world’s remotest Inuit settlements, cruise among iridescent icebergs sculpted into fantastic shapes, and walk across tundra blooming in brightly-coloured flowers while tasting delicious wild berries.

Itinerary

Map

					Arrive	Depart
	7th07	AugAug	202121	Kirkenes, Norway, embark on the Greg Mortimer
Kirkenes is a small town in the North-East of Norway, bordering both Russia and Finland, located only 250 miles away from the Arctic Circle. Known for its wildlife, beautiful scenery and winter sports activities, Kirkenes has a kind of fantastical charm.
	8th08	AugAug	202121	At Sea
	9th09	AugAug	202121	At Sea
	10th10	AugAug	202121	Svalbard Archipelago, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
A flexible itinerary allows us to take advantage of favorable ice and weather conditions to travel through the northern stretches of Svalbard to points visited by famous polar explorers such as Andrée, Amundsen and Nobile. Destinations might include the narrow waterways and striking mountains of Krossfjord and Raudfjord. The ship may visit the historic settings of Ny Alesund, Ny London or Amsterdamoya. And of course, we hope to see distinctly Arctic wildlife from walrus hauled out in noisy groups on remote shorelines, to reindeer grazing alpine slopes, and from ptarmigan in their camouflaged hiding places, to mighty polar bears striding the shores in search of their next meal.
	11th11	AugAug	202121	Hinlopen Strait, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
	12th12	AugAug	202121	At Sea
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	15th15	AugAug	202121	At Sea
	16th16	AugAug	202121	At Sea
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	20th20	AugAug	202121	At Sea
	21st21	AugAug	202121	Reykjavík, Iceland, disembark the Greg Mortimer
Sprawling Reykjavík, the nation's nerve center and government seat, is home to half the island's population. On a bay overlooked by proud Mt. Esja (pronounced eh-shyuh), with its ever-changing hues, Reykjavík presents a colorful sight, its concrete houses painted in light colors and topped by vibrant red, blue, and green roofs. In contrast to the almost treeless countryside, Reykjavík has many tall, native birches, rowans, and willows, as well as imported aspen, pines, and spruces.Reykjavík's name comes from the Icelandic words for smoke, reykur, and bay, vík. In AD 874, Norseman Ingólfur Arnarson saw Iceland rising out of the misty sea and came ashore at a bay eerily shrouded with plumes of steam from nearby hot springs. Today most of the houses in Reykjavík are heated by near-boiling water from the hot springs. Natural heating avoids air pollution; there's no smoke around. You may notice, however, that the hot water brings a slight sulfur smell to the bathroom.Prices are easily on a par with other major European cities. A practical option is to purchase a Reykjavík City Card at the Tourist Information Center or at the Reykjavík Youth Hostel. This card permits unlimited bus usage and admission to any of the city's seven pools, the Family Park and Zoo, and city museums. The cards are valid for one (ISK 3,300), two (ISK 4,400), or three days (ISK 4,900), and they pay for themselves after three or four uses a day. Even lacking the City Card, paying admission (ISK 500, or ISK 250 for seniors and people with disabilities) to one of the city art museums (Hafnarhús, Kjarvalsstaðir, or Ásmundarsafn) gets you free same-day admission to the other two.

Greg Mortimer

Launch Year

2019

Tonnage

7,400

Capacity

160

Cabins

Accessible

Deck 8

Deck 7

Deck 6

Deck 5

Deck 4

Deck 3

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Aurora Stateroom

Greg Mortimer features 15 porthole rooms, 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 that's close to the action.

Twin or double bed
Private En-suite
Porthole window
Desk area
Closet space
Sofa bed (can sleep 3rd passenger in select cabins)
Room-controlled thermostat
Safe for storing valuables
42" flat-screen TV

Aurora Stateroom Triple

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 departures

3 single beds / 1 double & 1 single bed
Private En-suite
Porthole window
Desk area
Closet space
Room-controlled thermostat
Safe for storing valuables
42" flat-screen TV

Aurora Stateroom Twin

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 that's close to the action.

Twin single beds
Private En-suite
Porthole window
Desk area
Closet space
Room-controlled thermostat
Safe for storing valuables
42" flat-screen TV

Balcony Stateroom

With 58 rooms available, the Greg Mortimer's Balcony Staterooms are the most abundant cabin category on board. All include en-suite bathrooms, floor to ceiling windows and balconies and a select number are also connecting rooms, perfect for families or groups.

Twin or double bed
Private En-suite
Floor to ceiling window
Desk area
Closet space
Private balcony
Room-controlled thermostat
Safe for storing valuables
42" flat-screen TV

Balcony Suite

With a bit more room to stretch the legs, the Greg Mortimer's two Balcony Suites are perfect for polar adventurers who travel with plenty of gear. Featuring private balconies, en-suite bathrooms and a comfortable desk area, these will sell out quickly!

Twin or double bed
Private en-suite
Full size window
Desk area
Closet space
Private balcony
Room-controlled thermostat
Safe for storing valuables
42" flat-screen TV

Captain's Suite

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 secure this suite.

Twin or double bed
Private en-suite
Full size window
Desk area
Closet space
Private balcony
Room-controlled thermostat
Safe for storing valuables
Seperate lounge area
42" flat-screen TV

Junior Suite

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 balcony.

Twin or double bed
Private en-suite
Full size window
Desk area
Closet space
Private balcony
Room-controlled thermostat
Safe for storing valuables
42" flat-screen TV
Seperate lounge area

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Restaurant

Meals are served in a large restaurant with family style dining, perfect to swap stories with your new expedition family. Additionally, a private dining area will also be available on request. Enjoy the range of house wine, beers and soft drinks included with dinner after a long day in the wild, preparing yourself for another exciting day to follow.

On the last day of your trip, the team on the Greg Mortimer put on a special farewell four-course dinner and cocktails – a perfect way to reflect on your time on the ship and consolidate lifelong friendships with the people you've met on-board.

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Observation Points

Let's face it – you don't want windowless rooms when travelling around some of the most beautiful locations around the world. This is why the Greg Mortimer is designed with plenty of dedicated observation spaces – ideal for keen bird spotters, wildlife watchers and those wanting to watch the scenery go past.

From the indoor 180-degree lounge and outdoor 360-degree open deck, both on deck 8, to the 270-degree open sundeck on level 7, there are plenty of observation points to share around the ship! If these are full, then you can take up a spot on one of the two hydraulic viewing platforms on deck 5.

Elephant Island Bar

Communal meeting areas have always played a major role in fostering the warm camaraderie on board our ships. They are the heart of the expedition, where people meet to share tales from the day, swap photos, keep an eye out for wildlife and watch the sun go down.

The bars and lounges on board are refined yet inviting places to gather, with floor-to-ceiling windows offering stunning views, and of course friendly bartenders to shoot the breeze with.

Lecture Lounge

On all our expeditions, there are experts who lead presentations in the spacious lecture room so you can understand the region a little better. These often include topics as broad as history and culture to biology and climate change, these presentations aim to educate and entertain.

Library

Whilst at sea take advantage of our onboard library where you'll find books on pioneering explorers, Aurora's destinations and the wildlife you will encounter on your voyage.

Multimedia Room

Keen photographers and artists will revel in the multimedia room on Deck 5.

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Holiday Summary

	14 nights aboard the Greg Mortimer
	Fully-serviced accommodation in your chosen stateroom
	An informative and entertaining lecture program by our team of experts
	Complimentary 3-in-1 polar jacket and the use of gumboots
	Entry fees to historic or tourist sites
	Daily shore excursions, guided walks, Zodiac cruises and some activities
	Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner including house wines, beers and soft drinks and afternoon tea and snacks
	Complimentary use of fitness centre
	Comprehensive pre-departure information kit and destination resource guide
	Captain’s Welcome and Farewell Cocktail Reception including four-course dinner, house cocktails, house beer and wine, non-alcoholic beverages
	Complimentary access to onboard medical doctor or clinic, if required
	An experienced team of destination specialists and activity leaders
	Pre-dinner cocktail hour including cold canapes and bar snacks
	Photographic voyage log (post-voyage)
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*