Travel Advice
Duration
13 Nights
Journey Type
Cruise only (Please call for flight options)
Ports
8 Ports
Before you board
One night in Hobart
On arrival in Hobart enjoy an included one-night stay here before boarding Douglas Mawson the following day.
1-2 December
Setting sail from Hobart
Tasmania’s capital has been revitalised in recent years with a slew of new museums, restaurant openings and festivals. Hobart’s highlights include the provocative Museum of Old and New Art (MONA), the lively waterfront and a thriving foodie and craft beer scene.
3 December
Australia: Bruny Island
4 December
At sea
5-6 December
Australia: Hunter Islands, Kent Islands
7 December
At sea
8 December
Australia: Freycinet National Park, Tasmania
9 December
Australia: Maria Island
Maria Island, off the east coast of Tasmania, was formerly a convict probation station, and is now part of a protected national park that provides a refuge for wildlife including the endangered Tasmanian devil. The island is also home to some 125 bird species, including emus, swift parrots and forty-spotted pardalotes.
10 December
Australia: Port Arthur (Tasmania)
Set amongst the dramatic beauty of the Tasman Peninsula, Port Arthur is a former convict settlement and UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the partially restored ruins really bring Australia’s colonial history to life. The Island of the Dead, a convict cemetery that sits on its own island, is said to be one of the most haunted places in the country.
11 December
Arriving in Hobart
Cruise Line Offer
Your fare includes: 10 nights in an Aurora Stateroom Twin; all meals, drinks with meals, and taxes; pre-cruise Hobart overnight hotel stay; 20% saving.
Your home from home
The brand new expedition ship from AE Expeditions sets sail in 2025 and promises the latest in cutting-edge nautical technology for immersive exploration in complete comfort.
What we love
The third ship to join AE Expeditions' fleet of revolutionary purpose-built expedition ships, Douglas Mawson features the newest X-BOW design and a whole host of enhancements, building on the success of Greg Mortimer and Sylvia Earle. Named after a legendary Australian explorer, the new ship's inaugural season immerses guests in the pristine landscapes of East Antarctica, marking AE Expeditions' return to this region for the first time in 15 years.
On board you can expect the largest choice of cabins in the fleet, including single berth cabins, plus beautiful open deck space for taking in the views, featuring a heated outdoor swimming pool, whirlpools and comfortable loungers, perfect for unwinding after a day's exploring.
| capacity | on average of 154 guests |
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| crew | 81 - 103 dependent on guest numbers |
| style | Immersive exploration in comfort with elegantly designed interiors and the latest in sustainable technology. |
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