32-day lost islands of Chile & tracing Fiji’s history
32-night Australia & South Pacific cruise aboard Seabourn Pursuit.
Calling at Kadavu, Vava u, Nukupule Island, Apia, Aitutaki, Raiatea, Maroe Bay, Tahiti, Anaa, Tahanea, Fakarava, Pitcairn Island, Ducie Island, Easter Island, The Seabourn Juan Fernandez Experience and San Antonio, with 14 days at sea. 17 ports of call across Fiji, Tonga, Western Samoa, Cook Islands, French Polynesia, Pitcairn Islands, Pitcairn and Chile.
Seabourn Pursuit is an all-suite Seabourn ship: every suite is ocean-front, and premium spirits, fine wines, dining in every venue and gratuities are included in the fare.
Suite category on this sailing: Veranda Suite.
- 17 Sep 2027 – 19 Oct 2027
from $43,998 pp twin share *
* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Lautoka, Fiji
Departs 05:00 pm.
The second-largest city of Fiji, Lautoka is located in the west, on the island of Viti Levu. It is nicknamed The Sugar City due to its expansive sugarcane plantations producing the island’s most important crop. Its soft-sand beaches are fringed with swaying palm and coconut trees reflected in the crystalline turquoise waters. A drive through the city center allows glimpses of tree-lined streets, colonial houses, colorful markets and a vibrant local culture.
Day 2 – Kadavu, Fiji
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
Day 3 – At Sea
Day 4 – Vava u, Tonga
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
Day 5 – Nukupule Island, Ha’apai Group, Tonga
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
Day 6 – At Sea
Day 7 – Apia, Western Samoa
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
The first Polynesians arrived in Western Samoa around 1000 B.C. Three millennia later, the islands formed one of the last bastions of traditional Polynesian culture. Apia, the capital of Western or Independent Samoa, is a city of 40,000 on the island of Upolu. Its picturesque waterfront is lined with public buildings, shops and trading companies. The town now comprises of modern 3-5 story buildings all along the waterfront. Government has built some very modern buildings to house most of the government offices. The village settings can only be seen in the outskirts of town within a radius of 15 miles. Western Samoa has long lured Westerners to its islands. The most famous expatriate of all was Robert Louis Stevenson, who lived at Vailima, and was buried near the summit of Mt. Vaea.Dress in light, comfortable clothing when visiting Apia. The dress code is quite casual. Shorts are appropriate for men. Dress for women is more conservative. The local women wear long skirts, dresses, lava lavas or muumuus.
Day 7 – Cross International Date Line
The International Date Line is an imaginary line extending from the North Pole to the South Pole through the Pacific Ocean. It serves as the 180th meridian of longitude, and is used to designate the beginning of each calendar day.As you know, each adjacent time zone on the map has an hour time difference. However, at the International Date Line, +12 hours and -12 hours meet, bringing about a 24-hour time change. When your ship crosses to the west it’s one day later; if your ship crosses to the east, you’ve gone back a day.Crossing the International Date Line has long been a rite of passage for sailors, who often must participate in a line-crossing ceremony to become part of the sacred “Order of the Golden Dragon”, an honorary naval fraternity.
Day 8 – At Sea
Day 9 – At Sea
Day 10 – Aitutaki, Cook Islands
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
Day 11 – At Sea
Day 12 – Raiatea, Society Islands, French Polynesia
Arrives 09:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
Day 13 – Maroe Bay, Huahine Iti, French Polynesia
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
Day 14 – Tahiti (Papeete), French Polynesia
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
Papeete, the beating heart of French Polynesia, dances to the rhythm of island life while embracing modernity. Set against the backdrop of Tahiti’s emerald mountains and azure waters, this bustling capital city captivates with its fusion of French flair and Polynesian culture.Stroll through its vibrant markets, where the scent of exotic fruits mingles with the melodies of local musicians. Explore the historic sites, like the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral and the regal Presidential Palace, which reflect the city’s colonial past.Papeete’s waterfront promenade beckons with its bustling marina, offering glimpses of luxurious yachts and traditional outrigger canoes bobbing in the harbor. Indulge in delectable French-Polynesian cuisine at waterfront cafes and fine dining establishments, where fresh seafood delights the palate.Yet amid the urban buzz, Papeete maintains its connection to nature, with lush parks and gardens providing tranquil retreats. Whether you’re soaking up the sun on black sand beaches or immersing yourself in the vibrant local arts scene, Papeete invites you to experience the enchantment of the South Pacific with a touch of French sophistication.
Day 15 – Anaa, French Polynesia
Arrives 12:00 pm, departs 05:00 pm.
Day 16 – Tahanea, French Polynesia
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
Day 17 – Fakarava, Tuamotu, French Polynesia
Arrives 06:00 am, departs 07:00 am.
Day 18 – At Sea
Day 19 – At Sea
Day 20 – Pitcairn Island (scenic Cruising), Pitcairn Islands
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 03:00 pm.
Lying below the tropic of Capricorn, halfway between New Zealand and the Americas, lonely Pitcairn Island is one of the most remote inhabited islands in the world. It was here that Fletcher Christian and eight of the mutineers of the HMS Bounty, along with their Tahitian companions, came in search of a new life. Set aflame and sunk by the infamous mutineers, parts of the legendary HMS Bounty shipwreck are still visible in the waters of Bounty Bay.Today, one of the island’s most famous residents is its sole surviving Galapagos Giant Tortoise, named Turpen, who was introduced to Pitcairn sometime between 1937 and 1951. Several species of seabirds also nest here, including the flightless Henderson Crake, Fairy Terns, the Common Noddy, the Red-tailed Tropic Bird and the Pitcairn Island Warbler.Note: Pitcairn is a scenic cruising site. Ships will slowly travel past while a knowledgeable port lecturer points out significant sites you’ll be able to see onboard.
Day 21 – Ducie Island, Pitcairn
Arrives 11:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
Day 22 – At Sea
Day 23 – At Sea
Day 24 – Easter Island, Chile
Arrives 07:00 am.
The monoliths of Easter Island have fascinated and puzzled Westerners since the Dutch seaman Roggeven made landfall there on Easter Sunday, 1722. The mystery of Easter Island’s first settlers remains just that – a mystery. Today, most anthropologists believe the island was settled as part of the great wave of Polynesian emigration. (The oldest of the Moai, as the great monoliths are called, date to 700 A.D.) The society that produced the Moai flourished during the 16th and 17th centuries, but population growth, deforestation and food shortages led to its collapse. Today some 3,400 souls inhabit this 64-square-mile island, which lies some 2,200 miles equidistant from Tahiti and South America.The society of Rapa Nui possessed stone-working skills on a par with those found in the Inca Empire. Islanders also possessed a script called Rongorongo, the only written language in all of Oceania.Please note: The current fee for entry into the National Park is $80 per person, this fee is included in all organized shore tours. Independent passengers are required to pay this fee on arrival at the park.Easter Island is an anchorage port. Transportation from the ship to shore will be via the ship’s tender service.
Day 25 – Easter Island, Chile
Departs 06:00 pm.
The monoliths of Easter Island have fascinated and puzzled Westerners since the Dutch seaman Roggeven made landfall there on Easter Sunday, 1722. The mystery of Easter Island’s first settlers remains just that – a mystery. Today, most anthropologists believe the island was settled as part of the great wave of Polynesian emigration. (The oldest of the Moai, as the great monoliths are called, date to 700 A.D.) The society that produced the Moai flourished during the 16th and 17th centuries, but population growth, deforestation and food shortages led to its collapse. Today some 3,400 souls inhabit this 64-square-mile island, which lies some 2,200 miles equidistant from Tahiti and South America.The society of Rapa Nui possessed stone-working skills on a par with those found in the Inca Empire. Islanders also possessed a script called Rongorongo, the only written language in all of Oceania.Please note: The current fee for entry into the National Park is $80 per person, this fee is included in all organized shore tours. Independent passengers are required to pay this fee on arrival at the park.Easter Island is an anchorage port. Transportation from the ship to shore will be via the ship’s tender service.
Day 26 – At Sea
Day 27 – At Sea
Day 28 – At Sea
Day 29 – At Sea
Day 30 – The Seabourn Juan Fernandez Experience (Day 1)
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
Day 31 – The Seabourn Juan Fernandez Experience (Day 2)
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
Day 32 – At Sea
Day 33 – San Antonio (for Santiago), Chile
Arrives 07:00 am.
Nestled between rolling hills topped with colorful houses and meandering coastal dunes, the bustling city of San Antonio enjoys its reputation as the gateway to Chile’s central valley and the capital of Santiago. With a population of over five million people, Santiago sprawls at the feet of the snow-capped Andes. Inland lies the sun-kissed wine regions of Casablanca and Maipo Maipo Valley, Chile’s internationally renowned wine district.
Highlights
- Every suite is ocean-front on the all-suite ship
- Premium spirits and fine wines included in the fare
- All gratuities included, with dining in every venue
32-night Australia & South Pacific cruise aboard Seabourn Pursuit.
Calling at Kadavu, Vava u, Nukupule Island, Apia, Aitutaki, Raiatea, Maroe Bay, Tahiti, Anaa, Tahanea, Fakarava, Pitcairn Island, Ducie Island, Easter Island, The Seabourn Juan Fernandez Experience and San Antonio, with 14 days at sea. 17 ports of call across Fiji, Tonga, Western Samoa, Cook Islands, French Polynesia, Pitcairn Islands, Pitcairn and Chile.
Seabourn Pursuit is an all-suite Seabourn ship: every suite is ocean-front, and premium spirits, fine wines, dining in every venue and gratuities are included in the fare.
Suite category on this sailing: Veranda Suite.
Inclusions
- All-suite, ocean-front accommodation
- Complimentary premium spirits and fine wines
- Dining in every venue, including in-suite dining
- All gratuities
- Seabourn Conversations enrichment programme
FAQs
Seabourn Pursuit is an all-suite Seabourn ship: every suite is ocean-front, and premium spirits, fine wines, dining in every venue and gratuities are included in the fare.
Suite categories available on this sailing: Veranda Suite.
How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 33 days and 32 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 17 Sep 2027 and 18 Oct 2027, subject to live availability.
What is generally included?
Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.
What style of accommodation is used?
Accommodation is pre-arranged as part of the journey, with specific properties shown in the trip details.
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