Sydney to Papeete Cruise

Day 1 - Sydney

Arrive: Wed 10 December 2025 / Depart: Wed 10 December 2025 at 17:00

Visit the famous Opera House, stroll along the harbor or cruise around it. Climb the Harbor Bridge, take a walk through the Rocks where Sydney began, or enjoy celebrated Bondi Beach. Head into the beautiful Blue Mountains for a taste of the country; visit a wildlife park and enjoy Australia’s fabulously unique creatures.

Day 2 - At Sea

Day 3 - At Sea

Day 4 - Noumea, New Caledonia

Arrive: Sat 13 December 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Sat 13 December 2025 at 16:00

Known as "The Paris of the Pacific," the capital city of New Caledonia still maintains a village atmosphere. Visit the new Jean-Marie Tjibaou Cultural Center, try wind-surfing, or share a bottle of vin rouge while relaxing at La Place des Cocotiers.

Day 5 - Mystery Island

Arrive: Sun 14 December 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Sun 14 December 2025 at 17:00

A tiny, uninhabited island off the coast of Vanuatu’s Aneityum Island, Mystery Island is a remote paradise of white sand beaches, swaying palms and aquamarine waters. Since the surrounding sea is a protected marine sanctuary, snorkelers will be enchanted by views of colorful marine life and pristine coral reefs. Aneityum residents will likely set up market stalls on Mystery Island when you visit, so you’ll be able to browse local goods like coconut oil, coffee and handmade jewelry. Whether you stroll the gorgeous shoreline, opt for under-the-sea adventures or explore nearby Aneityum, you’ll treasure your time in this secret oasis.

Day 6 - At Sea

Day 7 - Lautoka

Arrive: Tue 16 December 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Tue 16 December 2025 at 17:00

Nicknamed "Sugar City," it's in the heart of the soft coral capital of the world. Snorkel, scuba, take a boat to a nearby deserted island; visit lush rainforests, local potters and orchid farms.

Day 8 - Suva

Arrive: Wed 17 December 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Wed 17 December 2025 at 17:00

Enjoy the tropical rainforest climate of Fiji's capital city, the largest in the South Pacific. Wander the Victoria Parade, the main thoroughfare with shops and restaurants.

Day 9 - At Sea

Day 10 - Nuku 'Alofa

Arrive: Fri 19 December 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Fri 19 December 2025 at 18:00

Nuku?alofa is the capital of Tonga. It is located on the north coast of the island of Tongatapu, in the country's southernmost island group.

Day 11 - Vavau, Tonga Islands

Arrive: Sat 20 December 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Sat 20 December 2025 at 14:30

Day 12 - Apia

Arrive: Sun 21 December 2025 at 13:00 / Depart: Sun 21 December 2025 at 21:00

Apia is located on the northern shore of Upolu, Samoa's second largest island and home to spectacular rainforests, waterfalls, sand dunes, beaches and brilliant sunrises and sunsets. Writer Robert Louis Stevenson spent the last four years of his life here and is buried on Mount Vaea, overlooking the village of Vailima and the home he built there, which is now a museum in his honor.

Day 12 - Cross International Date Line

Day 12 - Pago Pago

Arrive: Sun 21 December 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Sun 21 December 2025 at 15:00

Remote, verdant and stunningly beautiful, this island is pure and pristine. Visit one of the many tuna canneries or snorkel in the crystalline waters of one of the protected lagoons. Find a fale, a gazebo where locals perform for visitors.

Day 13 - At Sea

Day 14 - Rarotonga

Arrive: Tue 23 December 2025 at 12:01 / Depart: Tue 23 December 2025 at 21:00

Rarotonga is the largest of the Cook Islands, a nation of 15 islands in the central South Pacific. Volcanic peaks, ridges and rainforest dominate its interior. A 32km, round-the-island road links the beaches, coastal lagoon and reefs that make scuba diving and snorkeling popular. The Cross-Island Track is a rugged hiking trail that passes 650m Te Rua Manga peak, or "The Needle."

Day 15 - At Sea

Day 16 - Bora Bora

Arrive: Thu 25 December 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Thu 25 December 2025 at 18:00

The dramatic Mount Otemanu stands watch over the sparkling turquoise waters and sugary sands of Bora Bora, known as the most romantic island in the world. Snorkel, swim with the manta rays or enjoy an outrigger canoe ride through the lagoon and its lovely coral islands.

Day 17 - Huahine, French Polynesia

Arrive: Fri 26 December 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Fri 26 December 2025 at 19:00

"The Garden Island" is filled with easily accessible pristine white beaches kissed by emerald waters; you can rent a bicycle and explore the island, take a boat to the hanging oyster beds to see the black pearl farm, or go on a shark-feeding excursion.

Day 18 - Moorea

Arrive: Sat 27 December 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Sat 27 December 2025 at 18:00

Breathtakingly beautiful, stunning landscapes await, from the verdant mountains to the azure seas and white sand beaches. Take a canoe ride through the lagoon; snorkel, scuba or helmet-dive the reefs, or hike up to the Afareaitu Waterfalls.

Day 18 - Papeete

Arrive: Sat 27 December 2025 at 21:00

The island of Tahiti's urban center has much to offer visitors. Take a stroll through the new Jardins Paofai, watch the surfers on their longboards, marvel at Faarumai Waterfalls, The Blowhole, Fern Grottos.

Day 19 - Papeete

Depart: Sun 28 December 2025

The island of Tahiti's urban center has much to offer visitors. Take a stroll through the new Jardins Paofai, watch the surfers on their longboards, marvel at Faarumai Waterfalls, The Blowhole, Fern Grottos.