Name: Iceland & East Greenland - Under the Northern Lights
Brand: AE Expeditions

AE Expeditions

AE Expeditions is a small Australian cruise line which specialises in off-the-beaten-track voyages led by remote area experts.

The company’s adventurous co-founders, Greg and Margaret Mortimer, established AE Expeditions in 1991 and had by the following year, already begun running voyages to Antarctica

Cruise Itinerary

Days 1-2

Dubrovnik

Day 3

Hvar Island

Day 4

Korčula

Day 5

Kotor

Day 6

Durrës

Day 7

Sarandë

Day 8

Corfu

Day 9

Delphi

Day 9

Itea

Day 10

Náfplion

Day 11

Piraeus

Days 12-13

Athens

Athens, the cradle of democracy, where philosophers like Plato and Aristotle shaped the foundations of Western thought, offers more than just a stroll through ancient ruins. With a climate that boasts mild winters and warm, sunny summers, it's ideal for year-round exploration. The city offers an authentic glimpse into the Greek way of life, away from the typical tourist traps, with bustling local markets and traditional cafes hidden in plain sight among the city's modern hustle. Cruise lines such as Norwegian and Royal Caribbean offer tailored excursions to iconic spots like the Acropolis, yet it's the lesser-known Philopappos Hill that provides breathtaking views of the entire cityscape, including a direct line of sight to the Parthenon, adding a unique layer to the visitor experience.

Days 1-2

Dubrovnik

Day 3

Hvar Island

Day 4

Korčula

Day 5

Kotor

Day 6

Durrës

Day 7

Sarandë

Day 8

Corfu

Day 9

Delphi

Day 9

Itea

Day 10

Náfplion

Day 11

Piraeus

Days 12-13

Athens

154

Passengers

Crew

2025

Launched

8500t

Tonnage

104m

Length

18m

Width

12kts

Speed

Decks

USD

Currency

Douglas Mawson

Adventure has a new name. Setting sail in 2025, our new state-of-the-art ship, the Douglas Mawson, is the last in a line of purpose-built vessels that have redefined small ship expedition cruising.