Cruise itinerary
18-Night Polynesia Cruise from Papeete, Tahiti
18 nights · Polynesia · 12 ports of call
18-night Polynesia cruise aboard Oceania Vista, departing Papeete, Tahiti and calling at Huahine, Rarotonga, Alofi, Vavau Islands Tonga, Savusavu and Port Denarau and 5 more.
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At a glance
- Ship
- Oceania Vista
- Cruise line
- Oceania Cruises
- Duration
- 18 nights
- Region
- Polynesia
- Departs
- Papeete, Tahiti
- Returns
- Sydney, New South Wales
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Where this voyage takes you
Day-by-day itinerary
- Day1
Papeete, Tahiti
Depart 23:00
The capital of French Polynesia, on the island of Tahiti in the South Pacific. Its waterfront market sells black pearls and tropical fruit, food-truck roulottes gather by the harbour at night, and it serves as the gateway to nearby Moorea and Bora Bora.
- Papeete Market
- Black pearls
- Moorea ferry
- Day2
Huahine
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00
One of the quieter Society Islands in French Polynesia, ringed by lagoon and split into two halves joined by a bridge. Known for vanilla plantations, ancient stone marae and the sacred blue-eyed eels of Faie.
- Maeva marae
- Vanilla farms
- Lagoon snorkelling
- Day3At sea
- Day4
Rarotonga
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00
- Day5At sea
- Day6
Alofi
Arrive 07:00 · Depart 16:00
- Day7At sea
- Day8
Vavau Islands Tonga
Arrive 09:00 · Depart 18:00
- Day9At sea
- Day10
Savusavu
Arrive 07:00 · Depart 16:00
- Day11
Port Denarau
Arrive 09:00 · Depart 22:00
- Day12
Lautoka
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00
Fiji's second city and main sugar port, set on the western coast of Viti Levu. It is a departure point for the Mamanuca and Yasawa islands, with their reef-fringed lagoons, and sits within reach of the drier coral coast and inland highlands.
- Mamanuca Islands
- Yasawa Islands
- Viti Levu
- Day13At sea
- Day14
Port Vila
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00
The capital of Vanuatu in the South Pacific, set around a harbour on the island of Efate. Its waterfront market, nearby reefs and lagoons, a cascading set of blue swimming holes and a relaxed Melanesian pace draw visitors ashore.
- Mele Cascades
- Blue Lagoon
- Port Vila market
- Day15
Lifou Island
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00
- Day16
Nouméa
Arrive 07:00 · Depart 14:00
The capital of New Caledonia, a French territory in the South Pacific ringed by one of the world's largest lagoons. The town carries a Franco-Melanesian character, with waterfront markets and beaches along the Anse Vata and Baie des Citrons bays.
- Anse Vata beach
- Tjibaou Cultural Centre
- Lagoon snorkelling
- Day17At sea
- Day18At sea
- Day19
Sydney, New South Wales
Arrive 08:00
Australia's harbour city, whose cruise terminal sits across the water from the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge. The ferries at Circular Quay reach Manly and Bondi, while the historic Rocks district lies right beside the berths.
- Opera House
- Harbour Bridge
- Bondi Beach
Upcoming departures
- 8 Feb 2027
Upcoming sailings of this itinerary — a NestCruise advisor confirms current availability and your fare.
18-Night Polynesia Cruise from Papeete, Tahiti FAQ
Which ports does this cruise visit?
This 18-night Polynesia cruise calls at Papeete, Tahiti, Huahine, Rarotonga, Alofi, Vavau Islands Tonga, Savusavu, Port Denarau, Lautoka, Port Vila, Lifou Island, Nouméa and Sydney, New South Wales.
How many days are spent at sea?
7 days are spent at sea; the rest are in port.
Where does this cruise depart from?
It departs from Papeete, Tahiti and ends in Sydney, New South Wales.
How long is this cruise?
18 nights aboard Oceania Vista.
When does this itinerary sail?
Upcoming departures include 8 Feb 2027. A NestCruise advisor can confirm current availability.