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Pacific Islands, Australasia & the Americas Cruise

  • Departure DateThu 5th Feb 2015
  • P&O Cruises Aurora
  • 77 Night Cruise From Valparaiso
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Itinerary

  • Valparaiso
  • Easter Island
  • Pitcairn, Chile
  • Papeete
  • Moorea
  • Rarotonga
  • Bay of Islands
  • Auckland
  • Tauranga
  • Melbourne
  • Burnie, Tasmania
  • Sydney, Australia
  • Dunedin
  • Akaroa
  • Wellington
  • Apia
  • Pago Pago
  • Honolulu
  • Hilo
  • San Francisco
  • Cabo San Lucas
  • Puntarenas, Costa Rica
  • Curacao
  • Antigua, Leeward Islands
  • Ponta Delgada
  • Southampton

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Day 1 - Valparaiso

Arrive: Thu 05 February 2015 / Depart: Thu 05 February 2015

Day 2 - At Sea

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Day 6 - Easter Island

Arrive: Tue 10 February 2015 / Depart: Tue 10 February 2015

Cruise by the remote island.

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Day 9 - Pitcairn, Chile

Arrive: Fri 13 February 2015 / Depart: Fri 13 February 2015

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Day 12 - Papeete

Arrive: Mon 16 February 2015 / Depart: Mon 16 February 2015

Although this gorgeous South Pacific island of Tahiti has its share of beautiful coves, black sand, and lush, unspoilt mountainous landscapes full of cascading waterfalls and dramatic coastal blowholes, do not expect some kind of laid-back desert(ed) island settlement when you cruise into the main port and capital, Papeete.

Day 13 - Moorea

Arrive: Tue 17 February 2015 / Depart: Tue 17 February 2015

Moorea has often been likened to James Michener’s mythological island, Bali Ha’i. A jewel in the Polynesian Sea, its lush, jagged vistas, encircled by deep blue ocean, resemble a vast star shaped garden, branching out into eight valleys.

Day 14 - At Sea

Day 15 - Rarotonga

Arrive: Thu 19 February 2015 / Depart: Thu 19 February 2015

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Day 21 - Bay of Islands

Arrive: Thu 26 February 2015 / Depart: Thu 26 February 2015

The Bay of Islands region is New Zealand’s finest maritime park and comprises 144 islands and myriad bays and beaches around the coastline. The Bay, with its subtropical climate and pristine natural environment, has an abundance of marine life, including the big marlin, whales, penguins, dolphins, gannets and many other species. And although it’s an aquatic playground for adventure activities and escapist relaxation, much of Northlands extensive coastline remains unspoilt.

Day 22 - Auckland

Arrive: Fri 27 February 2015 / Depart: Fri 27 February 2015

Virtually surrounded by water, Auckland is known as ‘The City of Sails' with good reason. Opt to see the city from above with a visit to its Sky Tower, complete with a revolving restaurant! Sail on Auckland's Waitemata Harbour for a taste of its yachting culture. Or head for the natural beauty of Rotorua. A different world completely, here you will find boiling mud pools, spouting geysers and hot springs. A highlight of New Zealand not to be missed!

Day 23 - Tauranga

Arrive: Sat 28 February 2015 / Depart: Sat 28 February 2015

Tauranga is a Maori name, translated as resting place for canoes. Situated on a narrow peninsula and surrounded by water, it lies within the Bay of Plenty, an area with beautiful natural harbours and endless beaches. Bars and restaurants are dotted along The Strand, an area ideal for strolling around. At Rotorua listen to the pulsating rhythms of a traditional Maori Haka and see the seething, bubbling cauldron of geysers and mud pits.

Day 24 - At Sea

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Day 27 - Melbourne

Arrive: Wed 04 March 2015 / Depart: Wed 04 March 2015

Its Christmas Eve and what better place to spend it than in the cosmopolitan city of Melbourne? Here you'll find the locals are mad about art, passionate about sport and ballet, au fait with the latest fashions and ravenous for fine cuisine, so go on, do as the locals do, and immerse yourself in the local culture! See Melbourne's most famous sights such as Captain Cook's cottage, the Shrine of Remembrance and admire the scenic countryside.

Day 28 - Burnie, Tasmania

Arrive: Thu 05 March 2015 / Depart: Thu 05 March 2015

A gateway to the diverse northern region of Tasmania, Burnie is surrounded by lush rolling hills, rising from the beautiful Mersey River Valley. Take a trip to a Trowunna Mole Creek Wildlife Park to see the cuddly koalas, wombats and Tasmanian Devils, enjoy a traditional ‘bush' lunch or take a trip to Launceston, one of Tasmania's principal cities, to discover its Aboriginal roots and maritime past.

Day 29 - At Sea

Day 30 - Sydney, Australia

Arrive: Sat 07 March 2015

Sydney offers a multitude of sights. There's the famous Opera House and distinctive Harbour Bridge of course. But this city has much more besides! You can travel back in time with a visit to Sydney's oldest center – 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. This vibrant city has it all!

Day 31 - Sydney, Australia

Depart: Sun 08 March 2015

Sydney offers a multitude of sights. There's the famous Opera House and distinctive Harbour Bridge of course. But this city has much more besides! You can travel back in time with a visit to Sydney's oldest center – 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. This vibrant city has it all!

Day 32 - At Sea

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Day 34 - Milford Sound, Australia

Day 35 - Dunedin

Arrive: Thu 12 March 2015 / Depart: Thu 12 March 2015

Warm-hearted, gracious, canny Dunedin deserves its title of ‘Edinburgh of the South' and as you wander around his captivating city, you'll discover Scottish influences throughout, including a statue of the famous poet Robert Burns. Admire valuable collections at the public Art Gallery, stroll around the Botanical Gardens and visit New Zealand's only true castle ‘Larnach Castle'. Surrounded by eco-tourism and offering views of towering mountains and native forest you'll find plenty of rare wild life here.

Day 36 - Akaroa

Arrive: Fri 13 March 2015 / Depart: Fri 13 March 2015

Day 37 - Wellington

Arrive: Sat 14 March 2015 / Depart: Sat 14 March 2015

Striking architecture, both old and new, distinguishes New Zealand's capital city, Wellington, which sits on the shores of a beautiful harbour surrounded by a natural amphitheatre of wooded hills. While here, visit Te Papa, New Zealand's bold and innovative national museum. Take a tour of the Parliament buildings. Admire old St Paul's Cathedral with its gothic style church. Take a cable car ride to Kelburn for sweeping views of the city and enjoy a stroll back down through the Botanical Gardens. For those of you who are feeling energetic, stretch your legs with a climb to the top of Mount Victoria, for a 360-degree panorama of Wellington.

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Day 42 - Apia

Arrive: Thu 19 March 2015 / Depart: Thu 19 March 2015

Awake to paradise this morning as you spend the day in Apia on the island of Upolu. With its high verdant mountains and seaside boulevard encircling the harbour, you will find Upolu is a wild island with a traditional way of life. A great place for shopping, visiting the Flea Market, or the Maketi Fou, the central market selling fresh produce. Visit the Anglican Church with its beautiful stain glass windows or take a ride out of Apia along the south coast to discover a string of sparkling palm-fringed beaches, booming white surf and lush rainforests.

Day 42 - Pago Pago

Arrive: Thu 19 March 2015 / Depart: Thu 19 March 2015

Surrounded by high mountains, which plunge deep into the sea, Pago Pago (pronounced Pango Pango) is one of the Pacific's deepest and most dramatic natural harbours. Born of a volcano, this small bay was formed when the seaward wall of the great caldera collapsed, allowing the sea to rush in. Here you'll discover that the people are friendly, the village life charming and the scenery breathtaking!

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Day 48 - Honolulu

Arrive: Tue 24 March 2015 / Depart: Tue 24 March 2015

Hula dancing, surfing and magnificent sandy beaches all spring to mind when you hear the name ‘Hawaii'. Honolulu is Hawaii's capital, situated on the island of Oahu. Downtown you will discover the only royal palace on American soil. Spend a day lounging on Waikiki beach or relive a dramatic moment in history with a visit to Pearl Harbour and the Arizona Memorial.

Day 49 - Hilo

Arrive: Wed 25 March 2015 / Depart: Wed 25 March 2015

Day 50 - At Sea

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Day 54 - San Francisco

Arrive: Mon 30 March 2015

From the moment you sail beneath the majestic Golden Gate Bridge until the instant you leave, you will be charmed and beguiled by easy-going San Francisco. In a single day you can climb the world's most crooked street, confront the inescapable realities of Alcatraz, explore bustling Chinatown, ride a clanking cable-car and try sourdough bread and soft shell crabs on Fisherman's Wharf. For something different, Sausalito is an arty Bohemian town across the bay, while at Muir Woods, you'll crick your neck as you gaze up at the immense redwoods.

Day 55 - San Francisco

Depart: Tue 31 March 2015

From the moment you sail beneath the majestic Golden Gate Bridge until the instant you leave, you will be charmed and beguiled by easy-going San Francisco. In a single day you can climb the world's most crooked street, confront the inescapable realities of Alcatraz, explore bustling Chinatown, ride a clanking cable-car and try sourdough bread and soft shell crabs on Fisherman's Wharf. For something different, Sausalito is an arty Bohemian town across the bay, while at Muir Woods, you'll crick your neck as you gaze up at the immense redwoods.

Day 56 - At Sea

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Day 58 - Cabo San Lucas

Arrive: Fri 03 April 2015 / Depart: Fri 03 April 2015

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Day 62 - Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Arrive: Tue 07 April 2015 / Depart: Tue 07 April 2015

Puntarenas in Costa Rica shares its name with the province which surrounds it, which is the largest province in Costa Rica, and boasts the most varied landscape. Here you can explore the leafy byways of dense mangrove swamps and, on higher ground, discover sub-alpine flowers.

Day 63 - At Sea

Day 64 - Transit Panama Canal

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Day 66 - Curacao

Arrive: Sat 11 April 2015 / Depart: Sat 11 April 2015

What choice awaits you today in Curacao? Will you opt for snorkelling and swimming? Or perhaps a visit to Hato Caves with their crystalline pools and massive stalactites? Sample delicious Curacao liqueur in the very place where it has been distilled for more than a century. For a taste of Curacao's Dutch roots, explore the narrow streets of Willemstad. Lined with typical gabled houses painted in vibrant colours, it is one of the Caribbean's loveliest ports.

Day 67 - At Sea

Day 68 - Antigua, Leeward Islands

Arrive: Mon 13 April 2015 / Depart: Mon 13 April 2015

With over 365 beaches, there is a slice of white sand heaven for every day of the year - even a leap year - on the idyllic Caribbean holiday island Antigua, which played host to Admiral Horatio Nelson's fleet in the late 1700's. Nelson's Dockyard now bustles with crew and passengers from yachts and cruise ships sailing these waters for pleasure rather than for King and Country.

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Day 74 - Ponta Delgada

Arrive: Sun 19 April 2015 / Depart: Sun 19 April 2015

Ponta Delgada in the Azores, is a tiny speckle of islands in the Atlantic.The Islands are rurally lovely, their fields separated by hydrangea hedges rather than walls. The twin lakes of Sete Cidades will amaze: one turquoise the other vivid emerald.

Day 75 - At Sea

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Day 78 - Southampton

Arrive: Thu 23 April 2015 / Depart: Thu 23 April 2015

Aurora From P&O Cruises

Exclusively for adults - Mid-sized Aurora is a world-class ship, bringing you the joys of classic cruise travel. In April 2019, she enjoyed a refit and started an exciting new chapter as a ship that caters exclusively for adults. With a skydome over her inviting Crystal Pool you’ll enjoy stylish surrounds whatever the weather. At her heart a 35 foot sculpture dominates the atrium while The Crow’s Nest offers panoramic views.

Ship Cabins

Inside with Shower

Approximately 150-225 sq. ft. These spacious cabins are perfect if you want a more economical way to travel and prefer to be out and about experiencing the ship or reclining up on deck by the pools.

Large Inside with Shower

Approximately 150-225 sq. ft. These spacious cabins are perfect if you want a more economical way to travel and prefer to be out and about experiencing the ship or reclining up on deck by the pools.

Large Obstructed View

Large Obstructed View

Large Outside with Bath/Shower

Approximately 150-225 sq. ft. If a balcony is not top of your list, but you're seeking great value and a sea view, then our Sea view cabins are ideal. Well designed and with all those little extras.

Outside with Bath/Shower

Approximately 150-225 sq. ft. If a balcony is not top of your list, but you're seeking great value and a sea view, then our Sea view cabins are ideal. Well designed and with all those little extras.

Single Outside with Shower

Approximately 150 sq. ft. If a balcony is not top of your list, but you're seeking great value and a sea view, then our Sea view cabins are ideal. Well designed and with all those little extras.

Balcony with Shower

Approximately 211-300 sq. ft. There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination.

Deluxe Balcony with Bath/Shower

Approximately 250 sq. ft. There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination.

Single Balcony

Single Balcony

Mini Suite with Bath/Shower

Approximately 382 sq. ft. The ultimate in luxury, our butler-serviced Suites offer the extra space of a lounge area (perfect for entertaining), a superior bathroom, dressing area and a broad balcony to take in the sights.

Penthouse Suite with Bath/Shower

Penthouse Suite with Bath/Shower

Suite with Bath/Shower

Approximately 534 sq. ft. The ultimate in luxury, our butler-serviced Suites offer the extra space of a lounge area (perfect for entertaining), a superior bathroom, dressing area and a broad balcony to take in the sights.
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