27 nightsFrom Papeete16 ports of call
27-Day World Cruise: South Pacific Isles & New Zealand
Seabourn · Seabourn Quest
Overview
A 27-night voyage aboard Seabourn Quest, departing Papeete on 9 Feb 2027 and arriving in Sydney, Australia, calling at 16 destinations along the way.
PapeeteBahia d' Opunoha, MooreaBora BoraAitutakiNukualofa, TongaAucklandTauranga, New ZealandNapier, New ZealandWellingtonPicton, NZKaikouraAkaroaTimaruDunedin, New ZealandOban, Stewart Island, New ZealandSydney, Australia
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Itinerary
27 nights · 28 ports of call- 1
Day 1 ·Papeete, French PolynesiaEmbark
9 Feb 2027Depart 22:00The islands of French Polynesia are acclaimed as the most beautiful in the South Pacific. Tahiti is the largest of the Polynesian islands and home to the capital city of Papeete, a delightful blend of cultures. Papeete, meaning the "water basket," was once a gathering place where Tahitians came to fill their calabashes with fresh water. Today, it is the gateway to the country, and boasts romantic resorts, fine dining, vibrant markets, pearl shops, and boutiques. Tahiti's mountainous interior is adorned with deep valleys and scenic waterfalls, while the rugged coastal lands are home to fields of tropical flowers, and glorious white and black sand beaches. - 2
Day 2 ·Bahia d Opunoha, Moorea, French Polynesia
10 Feb 2027Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00 - 3
Day 3 ·Bora Bora, French Polynesia
11 Feb 2027Arrive 08:00Depart 22:00Bora Bora, has long been noted for its stunning beauty. A tiny island, less than 20 miles in circumference, Bora Bora is dominated by the castle-like Mount Otemanu and Mount Pahia, two volcanic peaks with lush tropical slopes. A protective coral reef encloses Bora Bora, and the lagoon is dotted with colorful motus, or islets. Perfect white-sand beaches give way to brilliant turquoise and sapphire-colored waters, and locals in the small village of Viatape sell colorful fabrics, sculptures carved from native wood and precious black pearls. - 4
Day 4 ·At Sea
12 Feb 2027 - 5
Day 5 ·Aitutaki
13 Feb 2027Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00 - 6
Day 6 ·At Sea
14 Feb 2027 - 7
Day 7 ·Cross International Dateline
15 Feb 2027 - 9
Day 9 ·Nuku' Alofa, Tonga
17 Feb 2027Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00The capital of Tonga is on Tongatapu, its largest island. Learn about the history and heritage of the Tongans at the Tonga Cultural Centre, a complex of traditional buildings holding museums and artisans workshops where traditional crafts are made. In the nearby village of Mu’a, see the marvelously crafted stone tombs of Tongan kings from the past. - 10
Day 10 ·At Sea
18 Feb 2027 - 11
Day 11 ·At Sea
19 Feb 2027 - 12
Day 12 ·At Sea
20 Feb 2027 - 13
Day 13 ·Whangarei, New Zealand
21 Feb 2027Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00 - 14
Day 14 ·Auckland, New Zealand
22 Feb 2027Arrive 07:00Depart 22:00Auckland is one of the few cities in the world to have harbors on two separate bodies of water. The central part of urban Auckland covers a narrow isthmus between the Manukau Harbor on the Tasman Sea, and the Waitemata Harbor on the Pacific Ocean. In addition, Auckland's diverse geography and warm, humid climate has inspired a lifestyle regularly ranked in the world's top ten. A half hour drive from the city there is an abundance of activities: sailing to a secluded island, trekking through the rainforest, picnicking on a volcano, sampling wines at a vineyard or exploring a black sand beach. - 15
Day 15 ·Tauranga (Rotorua) New Zealand
23 Feb 2027Arrive 10:00Depart 23:45Tauranga, the principal city on the Bay of Plenty, is the largest export town in New Zealand. Its name, fittingly enough, means "resting place for canoes", as this was the landing place of some of the first Maoris to arrive in New Zealand. The 19th-century missionaries left a legacy of well-planned parks and gardens for today's residents and visitors to enjoy. Tauranga is one of New Zealand's primary kiwi fruit and orchard regions, and the gateway to the geothermal park, Rotorua. - 16
Day 16 ·At Sea
24 Feb 2027 - 17
Day 17 ·Napier, New Zealand
25 Feb 2027Arrive 07:00Depart 16:00Napier, with its pleasant Mediterranean climate and famous Art Deco architecture, is a charming and lively seaside resort located on the eastern side of North Island and is the is the main city and port of the Hawkes Bay province. It also is the largest wool-exporting port in New Zealand, and the nearby Hastings area is famous as a fruit and wine-growing region. In 1931, Napier was almost totally destroyed by a massive earthquake. The city was rebuilt in a Spanish Mission and Art Deco style that is unique to New Zealand. - 18
Day 18 ·Wellington, New Zealand
26 Feb 2027Arrive 09:00Depart 22:00Visually stunning, Wellington is nestled between a magnificent harbor and a natural amphitheatre of forest-clad hills. Its compact size, combined with cultural sophistication, makes it New Zealand's most inspiring urban destination. Wellington's cultural crowning jewel is Te Papa, a donation-only museum that celebrates Australasian natural history, science and culture. Exhibits include Maori artifacts, an extensive Pacific Cultures collection and interactive science exhibits. The city's art scene is flourishing, with numerous galleries and craft markets displaying the work of the country's top artists and craftspeople. - 19
Day 19 ·Picton
27 Feb 2027Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00Picton sits at the head of the Queen Charlotte Sound and the sail into and out of town will reveal some classic New Zealand scenery. The town offer access to the Marlborough wine country, other spectacular sounds and lots of outdoor activities such as kayaking, fishing, trekking and cycling. - 20
Day 20 ·Kaikoura, New Zealand
28 Feb 2027Arrive 07:00Depart 18:00Backed by a range of the Southern Alps and fronted by a magnificent stretch of sea coast, Kaikoura on the eastern shore of New Zealand’s South Island is a wonderful place in which to contemplate nature. It is famous for whale- and Dolphin-watching, and for the large colony of Southern Fur Seals found nearby. The coastal areas also draw many pelagic seabirds such as albatrosses, petrels and shearwaters close to shore. - 21
Day 21 ·Akaroa (Christchurch, NZ)
1 Mar 2027Arrive 07:00Depart 19:00Set on a beautiful, sheltered harbor and nestled in the heart of an ancient volcano, Akaroa is a popular resort village. Located 50 miles southeast of Christchurch, this quaint seaside town is situated on the southern side of the Banks Peninsula and has a distinct French flavor to it. Many street names are of French origin because of its French Whaling and colonial history. One of the first settlements in the Canterbury region of the South New Zealand Island, the town has a rich Maori and British heritage, as well as its French history. Today, the town center is dotted with colonial architecture, and the harbor area is lined with boutiques and cafes. - 22
Day 22 ·Timaru, New Zealand
2 Mar 2027Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00South of the Canterbury Plain on the South Island, Timaru is built on the rolling volcanic hills surrounding Mt. Horrible. Originally a whaling station, it grew to serve the sheep stations in the surrounding countryside. Visit the South Canterbury Museum, filled with artifacts and information about the history of the region from the Maori arrival to the present day, and the Aigantighe Art Gallery, housed in a homestead dating from 1908. - 23
Day 23 ·Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand
3 Mar 2027Arrive 06:00Depart 18:00Port Chalmers is the main port for the city of Dunedin. Situated in a natural amphitheater at the head of a long fjord-like inlet, Dunedin was the first permanent European settlement in New Zealand, founded in 1848. Not long afterwards, gold was discovered in the region, and the province quickly became the richest and most influential in the colony. While Christchurch is New Zealand's most English town, Dunedin is its most Scottish; the name Dunedin is the old Gaelic name for Edinburgh. Numerous distinctive and historic buildings remain from the time of its predominantly Scottish settlers, preserving its architectural heritage. - 24
Day 24 ·Oban, Stewart Island, New Zealand
4 Mar 2027Arrive 07:00Depart 15:00You might not realize that New Zealand has a third island. It hangs beneath the South Island and is just about the last inhabited place before Antarctica. The island itself is only about four percent inhabited, and that is its attraction. It is an unspoiled piece of primeval New Zealand. Oban is a very small town, about 800 souls. The phonebook is printed on a single sheet of A4 paper! - 25
Day 25 ·Cruising Fiordland National Park
5 Mar 2027 - 26
Day 26 ·At Sea
6 Mar 2027 - 27
Day 27 ·At Sea
7 Mar 2027 - 28
Day 28 ·At Sea
8 Mar 2027 - 29
Day 29 ·Sydney, AustraliaDisembark
9 Mar 2027Arrive 07:00Sydney is a cosmopolitan, multicultural city surrounded by golden sand beaches, World Heritage areas, lush national parks and acclaimed wine regions. Sydney owes much of its splendor to its magnificent harbor. Arriving by ship provides an unequaled impression, showing off the city's famous landmarks: the dramatic white sails of the iconic Opera House and the celebrated Harbor Bridge, looming over the skyline.
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