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Columbus 2
South Seas Dreams Come True
Tahiti to Sydney

Ship: Columbus 2
Cruise Line: Hapag-Lloyd Cruises
Departures:  19 January 2013
Duration: 17 Nights
Ports: Papeete, Moorea, Bora Bora, Aitutaki, Rarotonga, Nuku'alofa, Lautoka, Ile des Pins, Noumea, Sydney, Australia
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Papeete
Airport gateway (Departure) : Sydney

Itinerary

Date Destination Arrive Depart
19/01/2013 Papeete, Tahiti    
19/01/2013 Overnight on Board    
20/01/2013 Papeete   09:00
20/01/2013 Moorea 11:30 18:00
21/01/2013 Bora Bora 08:00 18:00
22/01/2013 Relaxation at Sea    
23/01/2013 Aitutaki 08:00 18:00
24/01/2013 Rarotonga 08:00 18:00
25/01/2013 Relaxation at Sea    
26/01/2013 Relaxation at Sea    
27/01/2013 Relaxation at Sea
Passing the International dateline on 26 January - this day is lost
   
28/01/2013 Nuku'alofa 08:00 18:00
29/01/2013 Relaxation at Sea    
30/01/2013 Lautoka 07:00 14:00
31/01/2013 Relaxation at Sea    
01/02/2013 Ile des Pins 10:30 19:00
02/02/2013 Noumea 06:00 12:00
03/02/2013 Relaxation at Sea    
04/02/2013 Relaxation at Sea    
05/02/2013 Sydney 08:00  

 

* Ports of call may vary based on itinerary and departure dates selected

 

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Ports

Papeete

A look beyond its bustling waterfront will reveal the island paradise French artist Paul Gauguin came to explore and embrace. The island’s lush interior is a canvas of deep green valleys, 7,000 feet-high peaks and cascading waterfalls. On the south shore lies the Gauguin Museum at Mataiea while at Tautira on the north coast, other famous names like Captain Cook and Robert Louis Stevenson came to call. Back in Papeete, visit the restored ancient temple of Arahurahu Marae or shop for cultured black pearls.


Country - French Polynesia
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 5kms
Currency - Pacific Francs (XPF)

Places of Interest

Point Venus, Gauguin Museum, Tahara Hill and Matavai Bay

Moorea

It is an island of steep vertiginous mountains where most of its 14,000 people live along the naro discover the Polynesia of Melville, Gauguin and Michener, you must visitrow coastal shelf, with a backdrop of lush green mountains rushing upwards to fill the sky. French Polynesia is made up of some 130 islands, of which Tahiti is the best known. Just 12 miles across the lagoon from Tahiti lies Moorea.

Country - French Polynesia
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 19kms
Currency - Pacific Francs (XPF)

Places of Interest
Afareaitu, Papetoai, Cook's and Opunohu Bays

Bora Bora

No name captures the imagination of paradise as well as the French Polynesian island nation of Bora Bora. Majestic mountains sculpted by ancient volcanoes, a shimmering lagoon and a barrier reef dotted with tiny motu or islets welcome visitors to perhaps the most stunning island in the South Pacific, and generations of travelers — including novelist James Michener — regarded Bora Bora as an earthly paradise. Approximately, a mere 4,600 people live a seemingly idyllic lifestyle in the main villages of Vaitape, Anau and Faanui.

Country - French Polynesia
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 5kms
Currency - Pacific Francs (XPF)

Places of Interest
Vaitape, Mareas, Beaches and Lagoons

Aitutaki

 The Aitutaki Lagoon in the Cook Islands is one of the most beautiful island lagoons in the world, with its world-famous stunningly beautiful lagoon, coral reefs and small islets.  It is located in the middle of the South Pacific Ocean with thousands of kilometers of open sea from any mainland or continent. Survivor Cook Islands was recently filmed there with all the publicity that came with it and visitors can visit the Aitutaki Survivor locations in the atoll.

Country - Cook Islands
Distance from port to City - 1kms
Distance from port to Airport - 2kms
Currency - New Zealand Dollar (NZD)

Places of Interest
Aitutaki fishing club, Tauono's Garden Cafe

Rarotonga

The Cook Islands lie at the very heart of Polynesia, and Rarotonga is it's capital. Rarotonga remains an unspoiled island of staggering beauty. White-sand beaches ring the nearly circular island. Sharp ridges cloaked in lush vegetation rise from the interior. And the friendly Polynesians are legendary—warm, charming and generous. Rarotonga's largest village is Avarua. In addition to it's scenery, the island is famed for its great snorkeling and diving sites, excellent sport fishing, and a relaxed and easygoing lifestyle. 
 

Country - Cook Islands
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 3kms
Currency - New Zealand Dollars (NZD)

Places of Interest
Diving

Lautoka

The locals call Lautoka the Sugar City, after its primary export. Shopping here on the main street lined with royal palms is a distinctively South Pacific experience, and a wealth of handicraft markets and duty-free stores make it all the more inviting.

Country - Fiji
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 21kms
Currency - Fijian Dollar (FJD)

Places of Interest
Beachcomber Island, Fijian Gardens

Ile des Pins

The fulfilment of many yearnings comes into sight in the morning: the "Jewel of the Pacific" is a small island with snow-white beaches and a lagoon straight from a picture book. Enjoy a wonderful time here.

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Noumea

New Caledonia's lush beauty has earned it many names, including "The Island Closest to Paradise" and "The St. Tropez of the Pacific." The poincianas, or flame trees, will color the island with their bright red umbrellas when you visit.

Country - New Caledonia
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 50kms
Currency - Pacific Francs (XPF)

Places of Interest
Jean Marie Tjibaou Centre, Botanical Garden

Sydney, Australia

Sydney is Australia's largest city, which is the number one tourist destination in the country. It offers a multitude of sights such as the famous Opera House and distinctive Harbour Bridge of course. You can travel back in time with a visit to Sydney’s oldest centre – The Rocks. Take a city tour to take in Sydney Tower, Darling Harbour and Chinatown. Bask on Bondi Beach for a dose of sun, sea and sand. Or travel a little further afield for a glimpse of the Aussie wildlife and views of the Blue Mountains.

Country - Australia
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Australian Dollars (AUD)

Places of Interest
Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Darling Harbour, Hyde Park, Bondi Beach

 

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