Explora Journeys

Daily Itinerary

1. Day 1

   Dubai

   Arrive 20:00Depart 18:00

   United Arab Emirates

   

   Dubai's audacity — a city that conjured itself from desert and sea within a single lifetime — is both its spectacle and its soul. The Dubai Creek's wind-tower houses and fragrant gold and spice souqs anchor an older identity, while the Burj Khalifa, the palm-shaped islands, and the vast Dubai Mall represent an ambition that continues to astonish. At its best, Dubai rewards those who explore beyond the superlatives: desert safaris at dawn, dhow dinner cruises on the Creek, and the extraordinary cultural collections of the Al Quoz arts district. October through April delivers reliably sunny weather without summer's overwhelming heat.

2. Day 2

   Dubai

   Depart 18:00

   United Arab Emirates

   

   Dubai's audacity — a city that conjured itself from desert and sea within a single lifetime — is both its spectacle and its soul. The Dubai Creek's wind-tower houses and fragrant gold and spice souqs anchor an older identity, while the Burj Khalifa, the palm-shaped islands, and the vast Dubai Mall represent an ambition that continues to astonish. At its best, Dubai rewards those who explore beyond the superlatives: desert safaris at dawn, dhow dinner cruises on the Creek, and the extraordinary cultural collections of the Al Quoz arts district. October through April delivers reliably sunny weather without summer's overwhelming heat.

3. Day 3

   Khasab

   Arrive 07:00Depart 15:00

   Oman

   

   Khasab, the remote capital of Oman's Musandam peninsula, is a dramatic fjord-carved landscape where limestone cliffs plunge into turquoise waters at the Strait of Hormuz — often called the Norway of Arabia. A traditional dhow cruise through the narrow khors to spot dolphin pods and the vertiginous drive up Jebel Harim for ancient petroglyphs and fossil beds are the essential experiences here. Visit between October and April, when cooler temperatures and crystalline seas reveal this undeveloped corner of the Arabian Gulf at its most magnificent.

4. Day 4

   At Sea

   

5. Day 5

   At Sea

   

6. Day 6

   Mumbai, India

   Arrive 08:00

   India

   

   Mumbai is India's overwhelming, exhilarating maximum city of 21 million, where the Gateway of India, the world's grandest railway station, and Bollywood converge with the planet's most diverse street food scene. Must-dos include the Gateway of India and Taj Palace, tasting vada pav and pani puri from street vendors, and the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus. Visit November through February for comfortable temperatures and clear skies.

7. Day 7

   Mumbai, India

   Depart 17:00

   India

   

   Mumbai is India's overwhelming, exhilarating maximum city of 21 million, where the Gateway of India, the world's grandest railway station, and Bollywood converge with the planet's most diverse street food scene. Must-dos include the Gateway of India and Taj Palace, tasting vada pav and pani puri from street vendors, and the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus. Visit November through February for comfortable temperatures and clear skies.

8. Day 8

   Goa

   Arrive 09:00Depart 23:00

   India

   

9. Day 9

   At Sea

   

10. Day 10

    Cochin, India

    Arrive 08:00Depart 23:00

    India

    

    Cochin, India, delivers the full magnificence of the Indian subcontinent—ancient temples, extraordinarily complex cuisine, and a sensory richness that recalibrates every expectation. Essential experiences include sampling regional specialties and exploring sacred sites of profound historical significance. Best visited year-round, though the drier months from May to October tend to offer the most comfortable conditions. Cruise lines including Azamara feature this port on their most compelling itineraries. Whether you have a few hours or a full day, the port rewards exploration at every pace and in every direction.

11. Day 11

    At Sea

    

12. Day 12

    Male

    Arrive 08:00Depart 21:00

    Maldives

    

    Malé, the compact island capital of the Maldives, is the gateway to one of Earth's most extraordinary coral archipelagos, spanning twenty-six atolls of luminous lagoons and pristine reefs. Must-dos include snorkeling with manta rays in Ari Atoll, exploring the coral-stone Friday Mosque, and savoring garudhiya tuna broth and mas huni. December through April offers the driest weather and clearest underwater visibility for reef exploration.

13. Day 13

    At Sea

    

14. Day 14

    Colombo

    Arrive 08:00Depart 19:00

    Sri Lanka

    

    Colombo is Sri Lanka's vibrant commercial capital, where colonial-era Fort district architecture, chaotic Pettah markets, and Buddhist temples create a tropical urban mosaic at the crossroads of Indian Ocean trade routes. Must-dos include a proper rice-and-curry meal, hopper breakfast, and day trips to the Dutch fort at Galle or Sigiriya rock fortress. December through March offers the driest, calmest conditions.

15. Day 15

    Hambantota

    Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00

    Sri Lanka

    

    Hambantota, Sri Lanka, delivers the full magnificence of the Indian subcontinent—ancient temples, extraordinarily complex cuisine, and a sensory richness that recalibrates every expectation. Essential experiences include sampling regional specialties and exploring sacred sites of profound historical significance. Best visited year-round, though the drier months from May to October tend to offer the most comfortable conditions. Cruise lines including Azamara feature this port on their most compelling itineraries. Whether you have a few hours or a full day, the port rewards exploration at every pace and in every direction.

16. Day 16

    At Sea

    

17. Day 17

    At Sea

    

18. Day 18

    Phuket

    Arrive 08:00Depart 21:00

    Thailand

    

    Phuket, Thailand's largest island, is a dazzling Andaman Sea destination where Sino-Portuguese heritage, Peranakan cuisine, and world-class beaches converge. Don't miss Old Phuket Town's restored shophouses, Phang Nga Bay's limestone karsts, and the island's unique Hokkien noodles. The dry season from November to April offers calm seas and ideal conditions for cruising and diving.

19. Day 19

    Langkawi

    Arrive 08:00Depart 20:00

    Malaysia

    

    Langkawi, Malaysia, immerses visitors in Southeast Asia's intoxicating blend of ancient culture, extraordinary cuisine, and tropical beauty. Don't miss the vibrant local markets and street food scene, where regional flavors achieve remarkable complexity. The most comfortable visiting conditions occur year-round, though the drier months from May to October tend to offer the most comfortable conditions. Cruise lines including TUI Cruises Mein Schiff feature this port on their most compelling itineraries. Whether you have a few hours or a full day, the port rewards exploration at every pace and in every direction.

20. Day 20

    At Sea

    

21. Day 21

    Singapore

    Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

    Singapore

    

    From Raffles's 1819 trading post to the world's second-busiest port, Singapore has always been where the world's trade routes converge — and its Supertree Groves, UNESCO-listed hawker culture, and the bowl of Hainanese chicken rice at Maxwell Food Centre confirm that its ambition has never dimmed. As Southeast Asia's definitive cruise hub, it serves as the ideal starting point for voyages across the Indian Ocean, the Indonesian archipelago, and beyond. February through April offers the most settled weather for exploring this extraordinary island city-state.

22. Day 22

    Singapore

    Depart 14:00

    Singapore

    

    From Raffles's 1819 trading post to the world's second-busiest port, Singapore has always been where the world's trade routes converge — and its Supertree Groves, UNESCO-listed hawker culture, and the bowl of Hainanese chicken rice at Maxwell Food Centre confirm that its ambition has never dimmed. As Southeast Asia's definitive cruise hub, it serves as the ideal starting point for voyages across the Indian Ocean, the Indonesian archipelago, and beyond. February through April offers the most settled weather for exploring this extraordinary island city-state.

23. Day 23

    At Sea

    

24. Day 24

    Surabaya, Indonesia

    Arrive 09:00Depart 20:00

    Indonesia

    

    Surabaya, Indonesia, immerses visitors in Southeast Asia's intoxicating blend of ancient culture, extraordinary cuisine, and tropical beauty. Don't miss the vibrant local markets and street food scene, where regional flavors achieve remarkable complexity. The most comfortable visiting conditions occur year-round, though the drier months from May to October tend to offer the most comfortable conditions. Cruise lines including Oceania Cruises feature this port on their most compelling itineraries. Whether you have a few hours or a full day, the port rewards exploration at every pace and in every direction.

25. Day 25

    At Sea

    

26. Day 26

    Benoa/Bali

    Arrive 09:00

    Indonesia

    

    Bali, Indonesia's Island of the Gods, is a cultural and natural wonderland where ancient Hindu temples, emerald rice terraces, and vibrant artistic traditions converge around the cruise port of Benoa. Must-dos include Ubud's Tegallalang terraces, the cliff-top Uluwatu sunset kecak dance, and feasting on babi guling suckling pig. The dry season from April through October offers the most comfortable conditions.

27. Day 27

    Benoa/Bali

    Depart 13:00

    Indonesia

    

    Bali, Indonesia's Island of the Gods, is a cultural and natural wonderland where ancient Hindu temples, emerald rice terraces, and vibrant artistic traditions converge around the cruise port of Benoa. Must-dos include Ubud's Tegallalang terraces, the cliff-top Uluwatu sunset kecak dance, and feasting on babi guling suckling pig. The dry season from April through October offers the most comfortable conditions.

28. Day 28

    Komodo Island, Indonesia

    Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

    Indonesia

    

    Komodo Island is the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage national park protecting approximately 5,700 Komodo dragons — the world's largest lizards — alongside one of Indonesia's richest marine ecosystems with world-class diving and snorkeling. Must-do experiences include guided dragon walks with park rangers, diving the nutrient-rich reefs of Batu Bolong, and hiking Padar Island for its iconic tri-colored beach panorama. April through November offers the clearest skies and best underwater visibility.

29. Day 29

    At Sea

    

30. Day 30

    At Sea

    

31. Day 31

    Darwin, Australia

    Arrive 07:00Depart 17:00

    Australia

    

    Darwin is Australia's tropical Top End capital, where sixty-five thousand years of Indigenous heritage meets extraordinary multiculturalism, saltwater crocodiles, and gateway access to Kakadu's ancient rock art. Must-do experiences include the Mindil Beach Sunset Market, swimming beneath Litchfield's waterfalls, and viewing twenty-thousand-year-old Aboriginal paintings at Ubirr. May through October's Dry season offers clear skies and outdoor market culture.

32. Day 32

    At Sea

    

33. Day 33

    At Sea

    

34. Day 34

    Port Moresby

    Arrive 08:00Depart 15:00

    Papua New Guinea

    

    Port Moresby is the capital of Papua New Guinea, one of the world's most culturally diverse nations with over 800 languages, serving as the gateway to Highland cultures, Sepik River art traditions, and the legendary Kokoda Track battlefield. Must-do experiences include visiting the National Museum's extraordinary art collections, observing Raggiana birds of paradise at Varirata National Park, and reflecting at the Bomana War Cemetery. May through October offers the driest conditions and best wildlife viewing.

35. Day 35

    Alotau

    Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00

    Papua New Guinea

    

    Alotau is the gateway to Papua New Guinea's Milne Bay, one of Earth's most biodiverse marine regions with over 1,400 islands harboring extraordinary coral reefs, manta rays, and the living Kula Ring ceremonial exchange. Must-dos include snorkeling the world-class reefs, visiting the waterfront market by outrigger canoe, and experiencing a traditional mumu feast. Visit May to October for the best diving conditions.

36. Day 36

    At Sea

    

37. Day 37

    Cairns, Australia

    Arrive 08:00

    Australia

    

    Cairns is the only city on Earth positioned between two UNESCO World Heritage Sites — the Great Barrier Reef and the ancient Daintree Rainforest. Visit June through October via Celebrity Cruises or Viking for outer reef snorkeling, Daintree River crocodile cruises, cassowary encounters, and the unique privilege of experiencing 180 million years of rainforest evolution alongside the planet's largest living structure.

38. Day 38

    Cairns, Australia

    Depart 14:00

    Australia

    

    Cairns is the only city on Earth positioned between two UNESCO World Heritage Sites — the Great Barrier Reef and the ancient Daintree Rainforest. Visit June through October via Celebrity Cruises or Viking for outer reef snorkeling, Daintree River crocodile cruises, cassowary encounters, and the unique privilege of experiencing 180 million years of rainforest evolution alongside the planet's largest living structure.

39. Day 39

    Airlie Beach

    Arrive 09:00Depart 19:00

    Australia

    

    Airlie Beach is the tropical gateway to the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef, where seventy-four islands float in turquoise Coral Sea waters above one of earth's greatest marine ecosystems. Must-do experiences include Whitehaven Beach's pure silica sands, snorkelling the outer reef with reef sharks and giant clams, and the Hill Inlet aerial view. April through November's dry season offers the best visibility and calmest seas.

40. Day 40

    At Sea

    

41. Day 41

    Brisbane, Australia

    Arrive 09:00Depart 20:00

    Australia

    

    Brisbane, Australia's sun-drenched Queensland capital, is a sophisticated river city where subtropical warmth meets world-class dining, striking modern architecture, and lush parklands — all framed by proximity to the Great Barrier Reef and ancient rainforests. Visitors should not miss the Moreton Bay bug at a waterfront restaurant and the panoramic twilight views from Kangaroo Point cliffs. With over 280 days of sunshine annually, Brisbane shines brightest from April through October, when mild winters and cobalt skies create ideal conditions for exploring both the city and its remarkable coastal surroundings.

42. Day 42

    At Sea

    

43. Day 43

    Sydney, Australia

    Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00

    Australia

    

    Set on what Captain Arthur Phillip called "the finest harbour in the world," Sydney stakes its claim on the global imagination with Jørn Utzon's sail-roofed Opera House, a bridge you can climb for panoramic views, and a food scene anchored by Sydney rock oysters and the largest fish market in the Southern Hemisphere. The Blue Mountains and Hunter Valley wine country extend the adventure beyond the city. October through April brings summer warmth and the harbour at its most luminously blue.

44. Day 44

    Sydney, Australia

    Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00

    Australia

    

    Set on what Captain Arthur Phillip called "the finest harbour in the world," Sydney stakes its claim on the global imagination with Jørn Utzon's sail-roofed Opera House, a bridge you can climb for panoramic views, and a food scene anchored by Sydney rock oysters and the largest fish market in the Southern Hemisphere. The Blue Mountains and Hunter Valley wine country extend the adventure beyond the city. October through April brings summer warmth and the harbour at its most luminously blue.

45. Day 45

    At Sea

    

46. Day 46

    Melbourne, Australia

    Arrive 07:00Depart 21:00

    Australia

    

    Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital, a city of labyrinthine laneways, world-class coffee, street art, and one of the most diverse food scenes on earth. Must-dos include exploring Hosier Lane's street art, eating your way through the Queen Victoria Market, and driving the Great Ocean Road to the Twelve Apostles. October through April offers the warmest weather, though Melbourne's famous changeability keeps visitors on their toes.

47. Day 47

    At Sea

    

48. Day 48

    Hobart

    Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

    Australia

    

    Hobart is Tasmania's cultured harbour capital, home to the boundary-pushing MONA museum, the legendary Salamanca Market, and world-class produce from pristine Tasmanian waters and farmland. Must-do experiences include MONA's subterranean galleries, the summit of kunanyi/Mount Wellington, and tasting Tasmanian oysters and Pinot Noir on the waterfront. December through March is warmest; June's Dark Mofo festival transforms the city.

49. Day 49

    At Sea

    

50. Day 50

    At Sea

    

51. Day 51

    Milford Sound

    Arrive 06:00Depart 10:00

    New Zealand

    

    Milford Sound is a glacier-carved fiord in New Zealand's Fiordland National Park, where sheer granite walls rise 1,200 meters from dark, still water beneath cascading waterfalls and the iconic pyramid of Mitre Peak. Must-dos include scenic cruising the full length of the fjord, watching for dolphins and rare Fiordland crested penguins, and experiencing the dramatic Tasman Sea entrance. November through March offers the best weather, though rainy days create the most spectacular waterfall displays.

52. Day 52

    Port Chalmers

    Arrive 09:00Depart 20:00

    New Zealand

    

    Port Chalmers, New Zealand is a distinctive port city where deep cultural heritage meets authentic local atmosphere, featured on itineraries by Holland America Line. Must-do experiences include walking the historic center to experience the layered architectural heritage, and seeking out the regional culinary traditions at a locally favored establishment away from the port area. The optimal time to visit is November through March, when mild temperatures and long days favor unhurried exploration.

53. Day 53

    Christchurch, New Zealand

    Arrive 09:00Depart 19:00

    New Zealand

    

    Christchurch, accessed through the heritage port town of Lyttelton, is a city reborn after its devastating 2011 earthquake, now defined by innovative architecture, vibrant street art, and creative energy. Must-dos include the TranzAlpine train journey through the Southern Alps, swimming with Hector's dolphins in Akaroa, and exploring the farmers' markets. October through March offers the warmest weather and longest days for South Island exploration.

54. Day 54

    Wellington

    Arrive 07:00Depart 18:00

    New Zealand

    

    Wellington is New Zealand's compact, creative capital, home to the world-class Te Papa museum, the Peter Jackson filmmaking empire, and a café-and-craft-beer culture rivalling cities many times its size. Must-do experiences include Te Papa's Gallipoli exhibition, Cuba Street's bohemian dining scene, and the cable car ride to the Botanic Garden. November through March is warmest, though Wellington's four-seasons-in-a-day climate adds character year-round.

55. Day 55

    Napier

    Arrive 08:00Depart 14:30

    New Zealand

    

    Napier is a New Zealand coastal city renowned for the world's most complete collection of Art Deco architecture, rebuilt after a devastating 1931 earthquake. Must-dos include a guided Art Deco walking tour, wine tasting across Hawke's Bay's celebrated vineyards, and visiting the gannet colony at Cape Kidnappers. November through April offers the warmest weather, with February's Art Deco Weekend providing the ultimate vintage-style celebration.

56. Day 56

    Tauranga

    Arrive 10:00Depart 21:00

    New Zealand

    

    Tauranga is the gateway to New Zealand's Bay of Plenty, where the perfect beach at Mount Maunganui, Rotorua's erupting geysers, and Māori cultural experiences at Te Puia create one of the North Island's most diverse destination areas. Visit November through March via Celebrity or Princess Cruises for summit walks, geothermal wonderlands, and the authentic Māori encounters that give this sun-drenched coast cultural depth to match its natural beauty.

57. Day 57

    Auckland

    Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00

    New Zealand

    

    Auckland, New Zealand's largest city, straddles a volcanic isthmus between two harbours, offering a rare blend of Pacific Rim sophistication, Māori heritage, and dramatic natural beauty. Must-do experiences include a wine-and-oyster afternoon on Waiheke Island and the panoramic ascent of Maungawhau (Mount Eden) overlooking the harbour and Rangitoto Island. The ideal cruising season runs from November through March, when long summer days, calm seas, and pohutukawa trees in scarlet bloom make the Waitematā Harbour approach truly unforgettable.

58. Day 58

    Auckland

    Arrive 09:00Depart 22:00

    New Zealand

    

    Auckland, New Zealand's largest city, straddles a volcanic isthmus between two harbours, offering a rare blend of Pacific Rim sophistication, Māori heritage, and dramatic natural beauty. Must-do experiences include a wine-and-oyster afternoon on Waiheke Island and the panoramic ascent of Maungawhau (Mount Eden) overlooking the harbour and Rangitoto Island. The ideal cruising season runs from November through March, when long summer days, calm seas, and pohutukawa trees in scarlet bloom make the Waitematā Harbour approach truly unforgettable.

59. Day 59

    Waitangi, Bay of Islands

    Arrive 08:00Depart 16:00

    New Zealand

    

    Waitangi in the Bay of Islands is New Zealand's most historically significant site, where the founding Treaty of Waitangi was signed in 1840 between the British Crown and Māori chiefs. Must-dos include visiting the Treaty House and Māori meeting house, cruising to the Hole in the Rock, and exploring historic Russell across the bay. November through April offers warm weather and calm seas in this subtropical setting.

60. Day 60

    At Sea

    

61. Day 61

    At Sea

    

62. Day 62

    Lautoka

    Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

    Fiji

    

    Lautoka, Fiji's "Sugar City," is a characterful western Viti Levu port where a century-old sugar mill, a vibrant municipal market, and lush botanical gardens reveal an unhurried South Pacific authenticity. Visitors should taste kokoda and lovo-smoked pork at the waterfront market and explore the nearby Yasawa Islands or Taveuni's rainforest waterfalls. The dry season from May through October offers the most comfortable cruising conditions, with warm days, low humidity, and calm seas ideal for shore excursions.

63. Day 63

    Dravuni Island

    Arrive 07:00Depart 18:00

    Fiji

    

    Dravuni is a tiny Fijian island in the Kadavu Group, where a single village of 150 welcomes cruise visitors with traditional ceremonies, hymns, and the warmth that defines Fiji's spirit. Must-dos include snorkeling the Great Astrolabe Reef directly from the beach, hiking to the island's summit for panoramic views, and tasting kokoda ceviche and lovo-cooked feast food. May through October's dry season offers the best weather and clearest reef conditions.

64. Day 64

    Suva

    Arrive 08:00Depart 21:00

    Fiji

    

    Suva is the South Pacific's largest and most cosmopolitan capital, where the restored Edwardian Grand Pacific Hotel, a world-class Pacific artifacts museum, and a riotous municipal market reveal a Fiji far deeper than its resort-island image suggests. Visit May through October via Cunard or Oceania Cruises for Indo-Fijian fusion cuisine, traditional kava ceremonies, and a multicultural city experience unique in the Pacific.

65. Day 65

    At Sea

    

66. Day 66

    Nuku'alofa

    Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

    Tonga

    

    Nuku'alofa is the capital of the Kingdom of Tonga, the last Polynesian monarchy, where ancient royal tombs, powerful Sunday church singing, and traditional kava ceremonies preserve a Pacific Island culture of remarkable depth. Must-dos include the Ha'amonga trilithon "Stonehenge of the Pacific," a Sunday church service with Tongan choral singing, and swimming with humpback whales in season. Visit July through October for whale season and dry weather.

67. Day 67

    At Sea

    

68. Day 68

    Arutanga, Cook Islands

    Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

    Cook Islands

    

69. Day 69

    At Sea

    

70. Day 70

    Moorea

    Arrive 08:00Depart 19:00

    French Polynesia

    

    Moorea is a volcanic island in French Polynesia, separated from Tahiti by a narrow channel known as the Sea of the Moon, celebrated for its twin cathedral-like bays, jagged emerald peaks, and lagoons of almost surreal turquoise clarity. Visitors should not miss savouring authentic *poisson cru* at a beachside roulotte and exploring Ōpūnohu Bay by outrigger canoe or guided hiking trail. The ideal season to visit is May through October — the dry, austral winter — when skies are reliably clear, humidity is gentle, and humpback whales pass through the surrounding waters on their annual migration.

71. Day 71

    Bora Bora

    Arrive 08:00Depart 22:00

    French Polynesia

    

    Bora Bora rises from the South Pacific like the platonic ideal of a tropical island — a volcanic peak ringed by a lagoon of impossible turquoise clarity whose beauty has made it the benchmark against which all other island destinations are measured. The overwater bungalow was effectively invented here, and the island's luxury resorts remain the definitive expression of that sublime form of hospitality. Snorkel or dive the outer reef's extraordinary coral gardens, or simply watch the shifting light transform Mount Otemanu's basalt silhouette through the long Pacific afternoon. Visit April through October for the calmest, driest conditions. Tahiti's Faa'a International Airport is a forty-five-minute flight away.

72. Day 72

    Huahine

    Arrive 08:00Depart 22:00

    French Polynesia

    

    Huahine, often called the "Garden of Eden" of French Polynesia, is a lush twin-island paradise between Moorea and Bora Bora where ancient Polynesian marae temples stand among jungle-covered hills and turquoise lagoons remain blissfully uncrowded. Visitors should not miss the thousand-year-old archaeological complex at Maeva and a lagoon snorkeling excursion through pristine coral gardens. The ideal season spans May through October — the austral dry season — when skies are clear, humidity is gentle, and the southeast trade winds carry the scent of vanilla and tiare flowers across the water.

73. Day 73

    Raiatea

    Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

    French Polynesia

    

    Raiatea, the sacred ancestral homeland of Polynesian navigation and home to the UNESCO-listed Taputapuātea marae, offers an unhurried immersion into French Polynesia's deepest cultural roots. Visitors should not miss kayaking the Faaroa River — the only navigable river in French Polynesia — and crossing the shared lagoon to Taha'a's vanilla plantations and pristine motu. The dry season from May through October brings warm days, gentle trade winds, and optimal conditions for both lagoon exploration and open-ocean sailing.

74. Day 74

    Papeete

    Arrive 07:00Depart 18:00

    French Polynesia

    

    Papeete is the spirited, slightly ragged capital of French Polynesia — not the languorous paradise of travel-poster imagination, but a working harbour city of fresh produce markets, baguette bakeries, and Tahitian outrigger canoe clubs that provides an authentic counterpoint to the pearl-still lagoons of Bora Bora and Moorea nearby. The daily Marché de Papeete is the city's essential experience, its stalls piling high with vanilla pods, monoi-scented oils, black pearls, and the most exuberant floral arrangements in the Pacific. Moorea, visible across the Sea of the Moon and just 30 minutes by fast ferry, offers a dramatically quieter alternative. The dry season, May through October, brings the finest weather.

75. Day 75

    Papeete

    Depart 16:00

    French Polynesia

    

    Papeete is the spirited, slightly ragged capital of French Polynesia — not the languorous paradise of travel-poster imagination, but a working harbour city of fresh produce markets, baguette bakeries, and Tahitian outrigger canoe clubs that provides an authentic counterpoint to the pearl-still lagoons of Bora Bora and Moorea nearby. The daily Marché de Papeete is the city's essential experience, its stalls piling high with vanilla pods, monoi-scented oils, black pearls, and the most exuberant floral arrangements in the Pacific. Moorea, visible across the Sea of the Moon and just 30 minutes by fast ferry, offers a dramatically quieter alternative. The dry season, May through October, brings the finest weather.

76. Day 76

    Fakarava, French Polynesia

    Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00

    French Polynesia

    

    Fakarava is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve atoll in French Polynesia's Tuamotu Archipelago, offering some of the world's most spectacular diving — including drift dives through shark-filled passes — and pristine pink-sand beaches. Must-dos include diving the Garuae "wall of sharks," visiting a black pearl farm, and stargazing from an uninhabited motu. April through November brings the driest weather, with June and July featuring the legendary grouper spawning.

77. Day 77

    At Sea

    

78. Day 78

    At Sea

    

79. Day 79

    Pitcairn Islands

    Arrive 09:00Depart 14:00

    Pitcairn

    

    Pitcairn Islands, Pitcairn is a distinctive port city where deep cultural heritage meets authentic local atmosphere, featured on itineraries by Azamara. Must-do experiences include walking the historic center to experience the layered architectural heritage, and seeking out the regional culinary traditions at a locally favored establishment away from the port area. The optimal time to visit is October through April, when warm weather and extended daylight create ideal conditions.

80. Day 80

    At Sea

    

81. Day 81

    At Sea

    

82. Day 82

    Easter Island, Chile

    Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00

    Chile

    

    Easter Island — Rapa Nui to its Polynesian people — stands as one of the most remote and compelling destinations on Earth, a volcanic outpost 3,700 kilometres from the nearest continental shore, its hillsides and coastline populated by nearly 900 monumental stone moai whose purpose and method of construction remain the subject of ongoing fascination. The UNESCO-listed Rapa Nui National Park encompasses the island's most significant archaeological sites, including the quarry of Rano Raraku and the ceremonial platform of Ahu Tongariki. November through April brings the warmest, driest conditions for exploring this extraordinary living testament to Polynesian civilisation.

83. Day 83

    At Sea

    

84. Day 84

    At Sea

    

85. Day 85

    At Sea

    

86. Day 86

    At Sea

    

87. Day 87

    Valparaiso

    Arrive 17:00Depart 18:00

    Chile

    

    Valparaíso is Chile's UNESCO-listed port city of 42 painted hills, Victorian funicular railways, and one of the world's most spectacular street art scenes, where Pablo Neruda built his hill-top home La Sebastiana. Must-dos include riding the historic ascensores, touring Neruda's house, and feasting on Humboldt Current seafood. October through March offers the warmest, driest weather.

88. Day 88

    Valparaiso

    Arrive 08:00Depart 19:00

    Chile

    

    Valparaíso is Chile's UNESCO-listed port city of 42 painted hills, Victorian funicular railways, and one of the world's most spectacular street art scenes, where Pablo Neruda built his hill-top home La Sebastiana. Must-dos include riding the historic ascensores, touring Neruda's house, and feasting on Humboldt Current seafood. October through March offers the warmest, driest weather.

89. Day 89

    Coquimbo

    Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00

    Chile

    

    Coquimbo is a Pacific port in Chile's Norte Chico that serves as the gateway to the Elqui Valley—one of Earth's clearest-skied locations, home to international observatories and traditional pisco distilleries. Must-dos include a pisco tasting tour followed by stargazing at a public observatory and visiting the Humboldt penguin reserve at Isla Damas. Clear skies prevail year-round, with winter (June-August) offering the best stargazing conditions.

90. Day 90

    At Sea

    

91. Day 91

    At Sea

    

92. Day 92

    Pisco

    Arrive 08:00Depart 19:00

    Peru

    

    Pisco, Peru is a distinctive port city where deep cultural heritage meets authentic local atmosphere, featured on itineraries by Oceania Cruises. Must-do experiences include exploring the vibrant local markets for regional specialties and fresh seafood, and discovering the waterfront quarter where maritime heritage meets contemporary energy. The optimal time to visit is November through April, when dry season brings clear skies and calm seas.

93. Day 93

    Lima

    Arrive 09:00

    Peru

    

    The port of Lima is a vibrant gateway to Peru's rich history and culinary excellence, making it a must-visit destination for travelers. Savor local delicacies like ceviche and explore nearby attractions such as the coastal district of Callao and the breathtaking landscapes of Puno. The best time to visit is during the dry season from May to September, when the weather is ideal for exploration.

94. Day 94

    Lima

    Peru

    

    The port of Lima is a vibrant gateway to Peru's rich history and culinary excellence, making it a must-visit destination for travelers. Savor local delicacies like ceviche and explore nearby attractions such as the coastal district of Callao and the breathtaking landscapes of Puno. The best time to visit is during the dry season from May to September, when the weather is ideal for exploration.

95. Day 95

    Lima

    Depart 16:00

    Peru

    

    The port of Lima is a vibrant gateway to Peru's rich history and culinary excellence, making it a must-visit destination for travelers. Savor local delicacies like ceviche and explore nearby attractions such as the coastal district of Callao and the breathtaking landscapes of Puno. The best time to visit is during the dry season from May to September, when the weather is ideal for exploration.

96. Day 96

    Salaverry

    Arrive 09:00Depart 19:00

    Peru

    

    Salaverry is the Peruvian port gateway to Chan Chan — the largest pre-Columbian adobe city in South America — and the polychrome Moche temples that together create one of the Western Hemisphere's richest archaeological landscapes. Must-dos include the carved friezes of Chan Chan's Tschudi Complex, the vivid murals at Huaca de la Luna, and ceviche at colonial Trujillo's Plaza de Armas. Visit year-round; the coast is dry, with June through September best for archaeological site visits.

97. Day 97

    At Sea

    

98. Day 98

    Manta

    Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

    Ecuador

    

    Manta, Ecuador is a distinctive port city where deep cultural heritage meets authentic local atmosphere, featured on itineraries by Norwegian Cruise Line. Must-do experiences include exploring the vibrant local markets for regional specialties and fresh seafood, and discovering the waterfront quarter where maritime heritage meets contemporary energy. The optimal time to visit is November through April, when dry season brings clear skies and calm seas.

99. Day 99

    At Sea

    

100. Day 100

     Panama City

     Arrive 09:00

     Panama

     

     Panama City is a dynamic capital where glass skyscrapers, the colonial UNESCO quarter of Casco Viejo, and the engineering marvel of the Panama Canal converge at the Western Hemisphere's narrowest point. Must-dos include watching mega-ships transit the Miraflores Locks, exploring restored Casco Viejo, and spotting monkeys in the Metropolitan Natural Park. Visit December through April for dry season weather.

101. Day 101

     Panama City

     Depart 02:00

     Panama

     

     Panama City is a dynamic capital where glass skyscrapers, the colonial UNESCO quarter of Casco Viejo, and the engineering marvel of the Panama Canal converge at the Western Hemisphere's narrowest point. Must-dos include watching mega-ships transit the Miraflores Locks, exploring restored Casco Viejo, and spotting monkeys in the Metropolitan Natural Park. Visit December through April for dry season weather.

102. Day 101

     At Sea

     Arrive 05:30Depart 06:00

     

103. Day 101

     At Sea

     Arrive 17:30Depart 20:00

     

104. Day 102

     At Sea

     

105. Day 103

     Cartagena, Colombia

     Arrive 07:00Depart 22:00

     Colombia

     

     Cartagena, Colombia, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its stunning colonial architecture, vibrant atmosphere, and rich culinary scene. Must-do experiences include exploring the historic Old Town and savoring local specialties like arepas de huevo and ceviche de camarones. The best time to visit is from December to April, when the weather is warm and dry, perfect for leisurely city explorations and excursions to nearby attractions.

106. Day 104

     At Sea

     

107. Day 105

     Willemstad

     Arrive 09:00Depart 22:00

     Curaçao

     

     Willemstad, the capital of Curaçao, is a vibrant port city celebrated for its colorful architecture and rich history. Must-do experiences include trying local delicacies like "keshi yena" and exploring the stunning beaches of Playa Kenepa. The best season to visit is during the dry months from December to April, when the weather is ideal for exploring both the city and its beautiful surroundings.

108. Day 106

     Oranjestad, Aruba

     Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00

     Aruba

     

     Oranjestad shimmers with an unlikely elegance — Dutch colonial architecture painted in ochre, terracotta, and sky-blue lining streets just fifteen miles off the Venezuelan coast, in a perpetual trade wind that keeps the island blissfully dry and golden-skied almost every day of the year. The island's Arikok National Park preserves ancient Caquetío petroglyphs, a rugged volcanic interior, and the dramatic Natural Pool carved from black rock on the windward coast. Eagle Beach, consistently ranked among the finest beaches in the Caribbean, lies minutes from the capital. Aruba's reliably brilliant weather — average 29°C with near-zero hurricane risk — makes it genuinely year-round, though December through April is the classic season.

109. Day 107

     At Sea

     

110. Day 108

     At Sea

     

111. Day 109

     Miami, Florida

     Arrive 08:00

     United States

     

     Miami is a city of perpetual reinvention — the Art Deco jewel of South Beach giving way to the street-art murals of Wynwood, the Cuban rhythms of Calle Ocho, and the glass-and-steel towers of a skyline that has redrawn itself every decade since Julia Tuttle convinced Henry Flagler to extend his railroad south in 1896. Must-dos include strolling the pastel-fronted Ocean Drive at dusk and exploring the world-class collections at the Pérez Art Museum Miami overlooking Biscayne Bay. November through April delivers idyllic weather — warm and dry — while summer brings heat, humidity, and hurricane risk. Miami handles cruise departures elegantly, with the Port of Miami a short taxi ride from the best neighbourhoods.

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