Remote Indonesia & Islands Of The Pacific Theatre Cruise

Day 1 - Darwin, Australia

Arrive: Thu 26 August 2027 / Depart: Thu 26 August 2027 at 17:00

Despite its small size, Darwin is a modern, multi-cultural city, and its proximity to Asia makes it ideal for travel. Named after the famous scientist, Charles Darwin, the area was originally settled by the Larrakia Aboriginals. The Dutch arrived and mapped the land in the 1600s, followed by the British in 1939, when the town was given its English name. Darwin has a beautiful coastline, as well as numerous parks and gardens, making the city a top spot for outdoor activities.

Day 2 - At Sea

Day 3 - Ambon, Indonesia

Arrive: Sat 28 August 2027 / Depart: Sat 28 August 2027

See the Tiahahu Monument, a tribute to a young female Maluku freedom fighter, the Siwalima Museum’s ethnic arts and crafts, visit Soya Atas village, or the “Sacred Eels” of Waai.

Day 4 - At Sea

Day 5 - Kokas, Indonesia

Arrive: Mon 30 August 2027 / Depart: Mon 30 August 2027

Day 6 - Misool Islands

Arrive: Tue 31 August 2027 / Depart: Tue 31 August 2027

Day 7 - Yenwaupnor, Indonesia

Day 7 - Mansuar Island, Raja Ampat

Day 8 - Manokwari

Arrive: Thu 02 September 2027 / Depart: Thu 02 September 2027

Day 9 - Exploring Cenderawasih Bay

Day 10 - Exploring Cenderawasih Bay

Day 11 - Jayapura

Arrive: Sun 05 September 2027 / Depart: Sun 05 September 2027

Day 12 - Vanimo

Arrive: Mon 06 September 2027 / Depart: Mon 06 September 2027

Day 13 - At Sea

Day 14 - Garove Island (Witu Islands)

Arrive: Wed 08 September 2027 / Depart: Wed 08 September 2027

Day 15 - Duke of York Islands, Papua New Guinea

Arrive: Thu 09 September 2027 / Depart: Thu 09 September 2027

Day 15 - Rabaul, Papua New Guinea

Arrive: Thu 09 September 2027 / Depart: Thu 09 September 2027

Day 16 - At Sea

Day 17 - Ghizo Island

Arrive: Sat 11 September 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Sat 11 September 2027 at 15:00

Ghizo Island, home to Gizo, the capital of the Western Province, Solomon Islands. The island is named after an infamous local head-hunter. It is located west of New Georgia and Kolombangara.

Day 18 - Honiara

Arrive: Sun 12 September 2027 / Depart: Sun 12 September 2027

The Solomon Islands is a sovereign nation consisting of multiple island groups, scattered in the South Pacific east of Papua New Guinea. Its capital is Honiara, on the island of Guadalcanal. Many of the outlying islands in the nation are relatively untouched, but Honiara is a busier hub of international commerce. The islands’ recent history is scarred by the desperate battles fought between the Japanese and American forces during World War II. In 1942, the Japanese launched their last great land offensive in the islands, which culminated in the Battle of Henderson Field fought at Honiara. Of the estimated 36,000 Japanese troops on Guadalcanal at the beginning, only 1,000 survived, the rest having either been killed directly, or succumbed to disease and starvation. Ghostly evidence of this horrific warfare dots the island, and it is memorialized at the American Memorial overlooking the town and at a smaller Solomons Peace Memorial erected by the Japanese outside the city. On a lighter note, traditional arts and crafts are on display at the National Museum, which also boasts a display of eight traditional Melanesian houses from various parts of the country. Behind the museum is a cultural center. Above town there is a pleasant botanical garden, and the bustling Central Market is a great place to get a feel for everyday life in Honiara. Although English is the official language, only a small percentage of Solomonese speak it. The common language is Pijin.

Day 19 - At Sea

Day 20 - Vanikoro, Solomon Islands

Arrive: Tue 14 September 2027 / Depart: Tue 14 September 2027

Day 21 - Ambrym Island, Vanuatu

Arrive: Wed 15 September 2027 / Depart: Wed 15 September 2027

Day 22 - At Sea

Day 23 - Lautoka

Arrive: Fri 17 September 2027 at 07:00 / Depart: Fri 17 September 2027

A major seaport, Fiji's second-largest city, Lautoka is the main center of the sugar and timber industries. Towering royal palms march in a long, orderly row from the main street to the harbor and into the heart of the city. Although Lautoka grew up around the Fijan village of Namoli, it is a very Indian town today.