Cruise Description

Explore this 9-night South Pacific Explorer Voyage sailing from PAPEETE to AUCKLAND on Feb 6 2026

Papeete, French Polynesia
The capital of French Polynesia, Papeete is home to tropical blue lagoons, beautiful hiking trails in the shadows of ancient volcanic mountains, and Les Roulottes—mobile caravans full of culinary delights.

Bora Bora, French Polynesia
In the vast South Pacific, warm, blue-green waters enclose two rainforest-covered, majestic interior peaks on beautiful Bora Bora—unquestionably one of the most stunning islands on earth.

At Sea
Spend the day sailing in style aboard your boutique hotel at sea. Indulge in a treatment at Sanctum Spa, stay ship shape with a class at our fitness center, or lounge the day away on our sunny pool deck.In the evening, savor inspired Italian cuisine at Aqualina, or relish in a classic steakhouse experience at Prime C. Plus, you’ll find plenty of exciting evening entertainment, from thrilling shows at Cabaret Lounge to intimate performances in the Living Room.

Rarotonga, Cook Islands
It may be the largest of the 15 Cook Islands, but with a circumference of just 20 miles—and a population around 11,000—Rarotonga is one of the most charming and easy-to-explore places in the South Pacific.

At Sea
Spend the day sailing in style aboard your boutique hotel at sea. Indulge in a treatment at Sanctum Spa, stay ship shape with a class at our fitness center, or lounge the day away on our sunny pool deck.In the evening, savor inspired Italian cuisine at Aqualina, or relish in a classic steakhouse experience at Prime C. Plus, you’ll find plenty of exciting evening entertainment, from thrilling shows at Cabaret Lounge to intimate performances in the Living Room.

Auckland, New Zealand
The only city in the world built on an active basaltic volcanic field, Auckland’s warm, coastal climate allows for surfing at black-sand beaches, picnics in secluded coves, wine tasting and horseback riding.