Oceania Cruises - South Pacific

South Pacific Paradise

18-day Cruise from Papeete to Auckland onboard Marina

Bridging the iconic islands of French Polynesia and ravishing New Zealand, this voyage boldly displays the diversity of the South Pacific. In sprawling Suva, the capital of the more than 300 islands that comprise Fiji, you might shop for smart fashions and exquisite native jewelry. Traditional culture is the allure of the sacred island of Raiatea, where you may enjoy a tour of some Polynesia's best-preserved historical sites, such as the Taputapuatea marae complex. The backdrop of steep cliffs in scenic Pago Pago invites outdoor dining on Samoan dishes such as supoesi, a soup made with pawpaw and coconut cream. Auckland offers magnificent views of volcanic landscapes as well as the opportunity to learn about the indigenous Maori culture.

Tahitian Breeze

11-day Cruise from Papeete to Papeete onboard Regatta

With its boundless beauty and captivating cultures, French Polynesia certainly warrants the attention of an entire voyage, and you will see it from every possible angle. Snorkel through the stunningly clear waters off the coast of Rangiroa, where the visibility is usually at least 150 feet. Behold the breathtaking vistas of placid Cook and Opunohu bays from Moorea's towering Roto Nui viewpoint. Spend an evening in Bora Bora, which offers an abundance of time to shop for black pearls and still explore its sacred marae, which are ancient stone constructions used for prayer. Then, there are the Marquesas, isolated islands so impossibly gorgeous they have long inspired artists such as Herman Melville, who wrote about Nuku Hiva, and Paul Gauguin, who is buried in Hiva Oa.

Pacific Mysteries

18-day Cruise from Papeete to Lima onboard Marina

French Polynesia has cast its tropical spell ever since Captain Cook sailed the South Pacific in 1770. Explore the coral reefs of Tahiti, visit the Fa'ahia archaeological site in Huahine, sample the aquatic pleasures of Bora Bora, and learn about the living ecological laboratory of Fakarava. Mysteries of a different sort are found in the Pitcairn Islands, the final resting place of the HMS Bounty. Be among the select few to experience both the striking stone statues of isolated Easter Island and the pre-Columbian Inca city of Machu Picchu, perched nearly 8,000 feet above sea level. From the natural wonders of Tahiti to the puzzling man-made icons of Easter Island and Peru, this amazing voyage is a once-in-a-lifetime treasure.

Jewels of the Pacific

25-day Cruise from Sydney to Papeete onboard Regatta

This voyage stands alone by presenting a wealth of marquee attractions and then folding in unexpected, rare gems. For instance, you'll spend a delightful evening in Melbourne, a veritable fount of Australian culture such as the esteemed National Gallery of Victoria. Later, on the way to Tahiti, you'll enjoy this season's only stop in Rarotonga, a classic paradise of lush volcanic peaks and swaying palms. Cruise the fjords of Milford Sound, a wonderland so stunningly beautiful it's held sacred by the indigenous Maori. Savor Papeete's gourmet Tahitian cuisine that favors seafood, coconut milk and vanilla. Ride the cable car through Wellington, taking in the sweeping views of New Zealand's exuberant capital. It's one breathtaking destination after another, each one unforgettable.

Polynesian Paradise

21-day Cruise from Papeete to San Francisco onboard Regatta

The season's sole voyage to Hawaii strings together one paradise after another, more than half of them in idyllic French Polynesia. Even the most alluring photos pale when compared to experiencing these amazing islands in person. Tour Bora Bora's aquamarine lagoon in an outrigger canoe. Or head out on your own for a hike through an emerald-green rainforest on Christmas Island, nearly two-thirds of which is national parkland. Educate yourself on Tahiti's coveted black pearls at Papeete's Pearl Museum, and then sagely shop for them downtown. Hawaii flaunts its infinite beauty in Honolulu's iconic Waikiki Beach and throughout the Garden Isle of Kauai, where you might tour a sugar plantation from the 1800s. See a different side of history at Hulihee Palace in Kailua-Kona, once the vacation home for Hawaiian royalty.

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