Name: Svalbard in depth
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

Day 1

Denpasar, Bali

Day 2

Sorong

Day 3

Misool, Raja Ampat

Day 4

Bilbao

Bilbao, once an industrial heartland, has transformed into a hub of modern architecture and art, exemplified by the iconic Guggenheim Museum. The climate here is temperate and inviting, with mild temperatures that make year-round visits pleasant. Cruise lines such as Norwegian and Holland America offer excursions that allow travelers to explore not just the famous museum, but also lesser-known areas like the historic Casco Viejo, or Old Quarter, providing a more rounded glimpse into Bilbao's rejuvenation and traditions. Interestingly, Bilbao is also known for its unique linguistic contribution, being a stronghold of the Basque language, which predates most European languages and adds a layer of mystique to this vibrant city.

Day 4

Day 5

Wakatobi National Park

Day 6

Taka Bonerate National Park

Days 7-8

Komodo Island

Day 9

Saleh Bay, Sumbawa

Day 10

Sumbawa Island

Day 11

Kumai

Days 12-13

Tanjung Wangi

Day 14

Belitung Island

Day 15

At sea

Day 16

Singapore

Singapore, once a humble fishing village, has transformed into a global hub of commerce and culture. The city-state's equatorial climate supports a lush green landscape amidst urban sophistication, offering a year-round tropical environment that contrasts sharply with its modern architecture. Renowned for its efficiency and cleanliness, Singapore uniquely blends Malay, Chinese, and Indian influences, evident in neighborhoods like Little India and Chinatown. An interesting fact: it is one of the few city-states in the world and has a national tree planting day every November to preserve its title as a Garden City.

Day 1

Denpasar, Bali

Day 2

Sorong

Day 3

Misool, Raja Ampat

Day 4

Bilbao

Day 4

Bilbao

Day 5

Wakatobi National Park

Day 6

Taka Bonerate National Park

Days 7-8

Komodo Island

Day 9

Saleh Bay, Sumbawa

Day 10

Sumbawa Island

Day 11

Kumai

Days 12-13 Tanjung Wangi

Tanjung Wangi

Day 14

Belitung Island

Day 15

At sea

Day 16

Singapore

130

Passengers

Crew

2019

Launched

7400t

Tonnage

104.4m

Length

18.2m

Width

12kts

Speed

Decks

USD

Currency

Greg Mortimer

Purpose-built for expeditions to the most remote places on earth.

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.