April 15, 2025: Crossing Melanesia: Australia To Fiji – 16 Nights
Overview
Explore wild beauty and important history on this immersive journey navigating the remote island countries of Melanesia, from the verdant landscapes of Australia’s Northern Territory to the tribal culture of Papua New Guinea and the historical WWII significance of Guadalcanal. Two days in the Solomon Islands allow for incredible snorkeling and diving, with the pristine beaches and enchanting culture of Vanuatu ready to welcome you just beyond. Arrive in Fiji, ready to discover its vibrant markets and famed shores.
Highlights:
- Experience the unique culture of Papua New Guinea’s Milne Bay people on a call to Alotau, and explore the region’s stunning coral reefs, tropical rainforests, and WWII historical sites.
- Balance your overnight discovery of Honiara with immersive adventures among waterfalls, coral reefs, and rainforests, and visit the haunting remnants and battlefields of WWII history.
- Play on Vanuatu’s acclaimed beaches – including the iconic Champagne Beach, revered for its effervescent “bubbles” – and swim in crystal-clear waters; channel Michener’s “Tales of the South Pacific” during a call to idyllic Espiritu Santo.
Itinerary
| Date | Port | Arrival Time | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 19, 2025 | Lautoka, Viti Levu Island | 4:00pm - 5:00pm | 6:00pm |
| January 20, 2025 | At sea | ||
| January 21, 2025 | At sea | ||
| January 22, 2025 | Port Vila, Efate, Vanuatu | 7:00am | 5:30pm |
| January 23, 2025 | Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu | 7:30am | 4:00pm |
| January 24, 2025 | At sea | ||
| January 25, 2025 | At sea | ||
| January 26, 2025 | Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands | 7:00am | 4:30pm |
| January 27, 2025 | At sea | ||
| January 28, 2025 | Alotau, Papua New Guinea | 12:00pm | 11:00pm |
| January 29, 2025 | Samarai Island | 7:00am | 3:00pm |
| January 30, 2025 | At sea | ||
| January 31, 2025 | At sea | ||
| February 1, 2025 | At sea | ||
| February 2, 2025 | At sea | ||
| February 3, 2025 | Dili, Timor Leste | 9:30am | 8:00pm |
| February 4, 2025 | At sea | ||
| February 5, 2025 | Komodo Island, Indonesia | 6:00am | 6:00pm |
| February 6, 2025 | At sea | ||
| February 7, 2025 | Benoa, Bali | 6:00am | |
| February 8, 2025 | Benoa, Bali | 12:37am |
Cabins & Rates per person
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OS | Owner's Suite, Butler
Owner's Suite 701
CATEGORY OS 701 | 534 sq. ft.
Stateroom: 457 sq. ft.
Veranda: 77 sq. ft.
- Owner's Suite 701 can accommodate up to 3 guests.
- Bathroom includes a separate shower and a dressing area.
- Owner's Suite includes Butler service.
Note: Loveseat beds are slightly smaller than a standard twin bed.
GS | Grand Suite, Butler
GS Grand Suite
CATEGORY GS | 529 sq. ft.
Stateroom: 332 sq. ft.
Veranda: 197 sq. ft.
- Two suites available: Paul Gauguin Suite (801), Flora Tristan Suite (802).
- Grand Suites can accommodate up to 3 guests.
- Grand Suites includes Butler service.
Note: Loveseat beds are slightly smaller than a standard twin bed.
A | Veranda, Butler
A Veranda Suite
CATEGORY A | 358 sq. ft.
Stateroom: 300 sq. ft.
Veranda: 58 sq. ft.
CATEGORY A 7004 | 349 sq. ft.
Stateroom: 296 sq. ft.
Veranda: 53 sq. ft.
- 5 Suites available: Tahiti Suite (709), Pont Avent Suite (710), Atuona Suite (711), Arles Suite (712) and Suite 7004.
- Veranda Suites can accommodate up to 3 guests.
- Veranda Suite 7004 has a queen-size bed.
- Includes complimentary Butler Service.
Note: Loveseat beds are slightly smaller than a standard twin bed.
B | Veranda, Butler
B Veranda Stateroom
CATEGORY B | 305 sq. ft.
Stateroom: 249 sq. ft.
Veranda: 56 sq. ft.
CATEGORY B 7003 | 303 sq. ft.
Stateroom: 256 sq. ft.
Veranda: 47 sq. ft.
- Includes complimentary Butler Service.
- B Veranda Staterooms can accommodate a third guest by adding a sofa bed.
- Stateroom 7003 features a shower stall with no tub and also a queen-size bed.
Note: Loveseat beds are slightly smaller than a standard twin bed.
C | Balcony, Deck 7
C Balcony Stateroom
CATEGORY C | 239 sq. ft.
Stateroom: 202 sq. ft.
Veranda : 37 sq. ft.
- The following Balcony Staterooms can accommodate a third guest in a loveseat convertible: 708, 716, 718, 728, 738, 746 and 748.
- Stateroom 7006 (stateroom 206 sq. ft. – balcony 37 sq. ft.) features a very small bathroom with shower only
The following staterooms vary in size and feature shower stall with no tub:
763 (stateroom 186 sq. ft. – balcony 75 sq. ft.)
764 (stateroom 188 sq. ft. – balcony 75 sq. ft.)
765 (stateroom 221 sq. ft. – balcony 74 sq. ft.)
766 (stateroom 216 sq. ft. – balcony 70 sq. ft.)
767 (stateroom 229 sq. ft. – balcony 74 sq. ft.)
Note: Loveseat beds are slightly smaller than a standard twin bed.
D | Balcony, Deck 6
D Balcony Stateroom
CATEGORY D | 239 sq. ft.
Stateroom: 202 sq. ft.
Veranda : 37 sq. ft.
- The following Balcony Staterooms can accommodate a third guest in a loveseat convertible: 616, 618 and 626.
Note: Loveseat beds are slightly smaller than a standard twin bed.
E | Window, Deck 4
E Window Stateroom
CATEGORY E | 200 sq. ft.
Stateroom: 200 sq. ft. with picture window
- Wheelchair-accessible stateroom (415)
- The following Window Staterooms can accommodate a third guest in a loveseat convertible: 405, 406, 408, 416, 418, 425, 428, 435, 436 and 438.
Note: Loveseat beds are slightly smaller than a standard twin bed.
F | Porthole, Deck 3
F Porthole Stateroom
CATEGORY F | 200 sq. ft. same as E but features two portholes instead of a window
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