Ultimate South Pacific Cruise
Tahiti, Fiji, Samoa & the Cook Islands 20 day cruise/tour - October 8, 2027Information
THIS IS THE ONE! We know we always use words like the BEST, STUNNING, FANTASTIC, and ULTIMATE – but with this unique special cruise we actually need to use them all – this is the BEST, most FANTASTIC, most STUNNING, ULTIMATE of ULTIMATE cruise of the Pacific Islands!!!! With our unique cruise and tour, you will experience all of the following islands and ports of call:
- Nadi, Fiji – Land Tour plus Beach Resort.
- Lautoka, Fiji – From the Ship – Shore Excursion included.
- Dravuni, Fiji – From the Ship – NO shore Excursion. (free day)
- Suva, Fiji – From the Ship – Shore Excursion Included.
- Apia, Samoa – From the Ship – Shore Excursion Included.
- Aitutaki, Cook Islands – From the Ship – Shore Excursion Included.
- Rarotonga, Cook Islands – From the Ship – NO shore Excursion. (free day)
- Bora Bora, French Polynesia – From the Ship – Shore Excursion Included.
- Raiatea, French Polynesia – From the Ship: NO shore Excursion. (free day)
- Moorea, French Polynesia – From the Ship – Shore Excursion Included.
- Papeete (Tahiti), French Polynesia – From the ship – Shore Excursion Incl.
- Papeete (Tahiti), French Polynesia 2nd day – Land Tour included.
For years we have been looking for the right cruise to do a South Pacific cruise. Royal Caribbean, Princess, Holland America and others only ever offer 30 to 40-day repositioning cruises that stop in 8 or so ports of call and have about 20 to 30 days at sea. We tried to get a group for 25 but were unable to get one, but finally we were able to get a group for 2026 and also for 2027. Our 2026 sailing sold out really fast. We highly recommend you move this special Ultimate South Pacific Cruise to high on your list. With their limited space for groups, we are not sure when we will be able to get this cruise again.
This ship’s itinerary was the best we had seen, but it did not include everything we wanted for our passengers. To improve the experience of our passengers, we added 4 nights and 5 days of deluxe hotels along with additional touring in Fiji and Tahiti. We have included Luxury Beach Resort Hotels in Fiji and Tahiti.
The ship has 10 ports of call AND we have arranged our own private shore excursions in 7 of the 10 ports of call. We have also included special touring in Fiji before getting on the ship along with touring in Tahiti after getting off the ship. Along with buses, guides and entrance fees, we really do have a complete fantastic South Pacific Package.
Pricing
Package Price Includes:
- 12-Night 13-Day Cruise upgraded inside cabin on NCL cruise line.
- $464.40 in Port Charges and Fees.
- $170.00 in Ship Taxes.
- 3 Nights 5 Star Luxury Beach Resort Fiji.
- 1 Night 5 Star Luxury Beach Resort Tahiti.
- 7 Included Shore Excursions from the Ship.
- Lautoka, Fiji.
- Suva, Fiji.
- Apia Samoa.
- Aitutaki, Cook Islands.
- Bora Bora, French Polynesia.
- Moorea, French Polynesia.
- Papeete (Tahiti), French Polynesia.
- Land Tours included in Fiji and Tahiti.
- Dancers and fire dancers in Fiji.
- Buses, Guides, and Entrance Fees in Fiji and Tahiti.
- Fun For less Tours Staff throughout.
- Headset receivers.
- Option to purchase our group airfare from LAX to Fiji.
- Option to purchase our group airfare from Tahiti to LAX.
Package Price: $6,495*
**Per person cash discount price, based on double occupancy.
Does not include international airfare, visas and tips.
The flights not included in our package price. Price for flights will be announced around 10 months before departure.
Itinerary
The itinerary is subject to change as needed to accomplish everything we can in each area we visit. We will have local guides who will make sure we see the very best in the time we have.
Day 1: October 8: Fly to Fiji
Late afternoon flight from home to Los Angeles. Your flight will depart late this evening from Los Angeles to Fiji.
Day 2: October 9: Flying to Fiji
Lose a day as you pass through the International Date Line.
Day 3: October 10: Fiji
This morning, we will arrive into Fiji. We will enjoy a brief overview tour on our layover, including stops at the Botanical Gardens and the Marina, before heading to our 5-Star Luxury Beach Resort where you will stay for the next 3 nights.
Day 4: October 11: Nadi, Fiji
Today, our tour takes us to the heart of Fiji. You will cruise up the longest river on the island, the Sigatoka River, aboard a jet boat. The river sustains the small villages that dot its shores. Upon arrival at a local village, you will be welcomed by villagers (the tour company is careful to visit different villages to minimize the impact of tourism) and brought to the community hall. Here you will participate in a traditional kava ceremony. The day concludes with a jet boat ride back to the dock and then a bus ride back to the resort.
Day 5: October 12: 5-Star Luxury Resort
You have a free day to relax and enjoy the resort.
Day 6: October 13: Lautoka, Fiji
This morning we will drive up the coast visiting the town of Lautoka before heading to our ship.
Day 7: October 14: Dravuni, Fiji
Today is a free day. Dravuni is often referred to as “The beautiful island with the beautiful people”. We recommend that you spend this free day enjoying the small village, relaxing on the beach or taking a swim in the crystal-clear turquoise water. No Shore Excursion today.
Day 8: October 15: Suva, Fiji
Today we will enjoy a day tour of Suva. Suva is the capital of the South Pacific Island nation of Fiji and is its largest city. It is known for its British colonial architecture, lively markets, and friendly locals. Our tour begins with an overview of Suva and includes highlights such as the Suva Market, the Arts Village and a photo stop at the LDS Temple.
Day 9: October 16: DAY AT SEA
Enjoy a relaxing Day at Sea.
Day 10: October 17: Apia, Samoa
Robert Louis Stevenson, author of such works as Treasure Island, Kidnapped and The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde retired to Samoa in the late 1800’s. Here, he wrote David Balfour, the sequel to Kidnapped, and became known to the locals as Tusitala, or “teller of tales.” Once we get closer to our sail date, we will announce our excursion for today.
Day 11: October 18: DAY AT SEA
Enjoy a relaxing Day at Sea – International Date Line
Day 12: October 19: Aitutaki, Cook Island
Today our excursion takes us on a cruise aboard a Plynesian-style catamaran through Aitutaki’s magnificent lagoon. We will make a stop for snorkeling at Coral Heads to view coral reefs and lagoon marine life. Additionally, we visit several motu (small islets) such as Motu Akaiami, Motu Rakau, and of course, the legendary Motu Tapuaetai (One Foot Island). The day will conclude back at the ship.
Day 13: October 20: Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Today you will have a free day to wander and enjoy this beautiful island. The Cook Islands are a South Pacific nation with a traditional Polynesian culture and governmental ties to New Zealand. Of the nation’s 15 islands, Rarotonga is the youngest, geologically speaking. The landscape hints at the relaxed lifestyle its 10,000 residents enjoy: There’s only one main road—without a single stoplight—following the 20-mile perimeter. The island’s most visible landmark is a towering granite pinnacle known as the Needle, which rises from razor-backed ridges. Rarotonga’s other main calling cards are its Muri Lagoon, a dazzling patchwork of soothing blue hues, and its extraordinary people.
Day 14: October 21: DAY AT SEA
Enjoy a relaxing Day at Sea
Day 15: October 22: Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Our shore excursion will discover the beauty of the ever-changing colors of the lagoon of Bora Bora. Departing the pier, we cruise past the ancient crater rim of Motu Toopua and by the famous Motu Tapu to drop anchor on a shallow sand bank where we may see stingrays. Next, we stop outside of a lagoon where black-tipped sharks are often spotted. Here you will have the option of getting in the water. However, you can usually see the sharks from the boat if you are not comfortable getting in the water. As with all creatures in their natural environment, there is no guarantee of the presence of these wild animals.
Day 16: October 23: Raiatea, French Polynesia
Today will be a free day to wander this beautiful island.
Day 17: October 24: Moorea, French Polynesia
Today our shore excursion enjoys the island of Mo’orea as our guide relates about the island’s history, and culture as we travel along Mo’orea’s lush Opunohu Valley. The valley is home to a number of Polynesian marae (open-air temples). Next, we ascend the slopes of Mt. Tohi’e’a. At the summit of Mt. Tohi’e’a, we stop to enjoy the lovely panoramas of Mo’orea’s mountains and Cook’s and Opunohu Bays. Later we enjoy the views from Toatea Lookout.
Day 18: October 25: Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia
Today we say goodbye to our cruise ship and begin the day by heading towards the northern part of the island. Today’s adventures include stops at Point Venus, the blowholes, the LDS Temple, and more before concluding the day at the resort, where we will spend the final night of this incredible tour.
Day 19: October 26: Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia – Fly Home
You will have the morning free to relax and enjoy the resort before we enjoy an overview tour of the area on our way to the airport to catch our international flights home.
Day 20: October 27: Home
We will arrive back into the US today.
