Antarctica’s Ross Sea, Mt. Cook & Christchurch – Cruise & Land Journey
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Antarctica’s Ross Sea, Mt. Cook & Christchurch – Cruise & Land Journey

From Timaru to Christchurch  ·  South America & Antarctica  ·  26 nights

Departure 13 Dec 2028
Return 8 Jan 2029
Duration 26 nights
Ports of call 4 ports
Ship Scenic Eclipse II
Journey type Ocean Cruise
From
$37,896
per person
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Voyage overview

What this voyage is

Launched in 2023, Scenic Eclipse II is Scenic’s second discovery yacht, bringing an almost identical design with some key enhancements.

Scenic’s second ocean ship builds on the technological advances
of the original Scenic Eclipse, and features a new sun deck pool
and a larger submarine. As on board Scenic Eclipse, you can expect
spacious suites, a fantastic range of dining options, and an
indulgent spa.

Day By Day

Itinerary

1
13 Dec 2028
Timaru
2
14 Dec 2028
At Sea
3
15 Dec 2028
At Sea
4
16 Dec 2028
At Sea
5
17 Dec 2028
Antarctica
6
18 Dec 2028
Antarctic Peninsula

Antarctica is the world’s last great wilderness, an alien landscape of snow-covered mountains, jagged icebergs and extraordinary wildlife. December is the most popular month to visit, with temperatures at their warmest (by Antarctic standards), long hours of daylight (great for photographers), and wildlife active everywhere.

7
19 Dec 2028
At Sea
8
20 Dec 2028
At Sea
9
21 Dec 2028
At Sea
10
22 Dec 2028
At Sea
11
23 Dec 2028
At Sea
12
24 Dec 2028
At Sea
13
25 Dec 2028
At Sea
14
26 Dec 2028
At Sea
15
27 Dec 2028
At Sea
16
28 Dec 2028
At Sea
17
29 Dec 2028
At Sea
18
30 Dec 2028
At Sea
19
31 Dec 2028
At Sea
20
1 Jan 2029
At Sea
21
2 Jan 2029
At Sea
22
3 Jan 2029
At Sea
23
4 Jan 2029
Timaru

Situated halfway between Christchurch and Dunedin on the east coast of the South Island, the pleasant town of Timaru has a well-preserved Edwardian centre, some interesting museums and galleries, a good range of shops and a nice coastal park along Caroline Bay.

24
5 Jan 2029
Timaru
25
6 Jan 2029
Christchurch

A garden city where punts glide down the Avon River, you’d be forgiven for thinking you were still in the UK when arriving into Christchurch, New Zealand’s most English of cities.

Memory Tip: Our tip Stroll through the beautiful Botanic Gardens, founded in 1893. Home to a huge variety of exotic and local plants, it’s an exceptionally pleasant area of the city.
26
7 Jan 2029
Christchurch
27
8 Jan 2029
Christchurch
What is included

Fare inclusions

Alcohol included
Butler service
Gratuities included
Meals included
Shore excursions included
Special events
WiFi included
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