Sydney, Vanuatu & New Caledonia: 10-Night P&O Pacific Adventure Cruise with All-Inclusive Onboard Dining & Entertainment
Unforgettable adventures in paradise await as you set sail to Vanuatu and New Caledonia from Sydney on a 10-night P&O Pacific Adventure cruise, with all meals and onboard entertainment included. Your spectacular journey will begin on 4 September 2023 as you wave goodbye to Sydney’s dazzling harbour and glide through turquoise seas to the snorkelling paradise of Mystery Island, Vanuatu. From there, you will make your way to Port Vila to immerse yourself in Vanuatu’s unique cultural traditions before unearthing the otherworldly beauty that defines Lifou, New Caledonia. Round out your exploration with a visit to New Caledonia’s capital – Noumea – before returning to Sydney.
Throughout your voyage, you will experience what care-free travel really means as you glide from island to island without needing to unpack. Onboard, you will be treated to all meals, entertainment and state-of-the-art facilities, including 135-metre-long dual racing waterslides, a child-free sundeck, onboard boutique shopping and movie nights on the outdoor big screen.
Your journey takes you to: Sydney, Australia – Mystery Island, Vanuatu – Port Vila, Vanuatu – Lifou, New Caledonia – Noumea, New Caledonia — Sydney, Australia.
Your cruise includes:
- 10-night cruise aboard P&O’s Pacific Adventure
- All-inclusive onboard dining at select restaurants
- Complimentary onboard entertainment and activities
- All taxes and applicable port fees
Dining
- Waterfront
- Angelo’s
- Dragon Lady
- The Pantry
- 400 Gradi
- Luke’s Bar & Grill
- Shell & Bones
- Gradi Pronto
- Luke’s Burger Bar
- Lilly’s
- Avalon Cafe
- Charlie’s Bar
- New Zealand Natural Ice Cream
- In-room dining
Bars
- Adventure Hotel
- Blue Room
- Casino Bar
- Oasis Bar
- Pool Bar
- Ocean Bar
Activities
- Casino
- Altitude nightclub
- Fitness centre
- Deck games
- Classes at sea
- Karaoke
- Sports courts
- Jackpot Bingo
- Edge Adventure Park
- Theatre
- Two waterslides
- Waterpark
- Elemis at Sea Salon
- Medi-Spa Cosmetics Treatments
- Spa
- The Oasis
- Pool Deck
- Boutiques
Kids’ Clubs
- Turtle Cove
- Shark Shack
- HQ
- HQ+
Surcharges may apply to select facilities and services
Your cruise begins and ends in Sydney, Australia.
Your cruise departs Sydney at 4pm on Day 1 (boarding time advised closer to departure date) and returns to Sydney at 6.30am on Day 11. Please ensure you arrive in time for boarding.
Roundtrip flights are not included in your package and must be purchased separately. Please do NOT book your flights until your cruise is confirmed.
When travelling within Australia, please check current state/territory border entry requirements to ensure you’re eligible to travel and have completed any required permits or passes.
A visa may be required for the destination you are visiting. It is each traveller’s responsibility to ensure they are holding a current visa. Please take the time to visit our preferred vendor website Visas Direct to assist you with any visa application requirements and processes. If you require any supporting documentation when applying for your visa please let us know and we would be more than happy to assist. Click here to visit the website.
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Day 1: Sydney, Australia
Your adventure starts in Sydney, a glamorous metropolis where you will find plenty of ways to fill your time before stepping onboard the Pacific Adventure. Why not venture down to Circular Quay and check out the world-famous Opera House, or if you’re looking for a heart-racing adventure, you could climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge to catch jaw-dropping views that stretch as far as the eye can see.
Alternatively, you might like to take it easy and stroll through the many world-class galleries, museums and restaurants hidden among the streets of this captivating city.
Make the most of your sightseeing opportunities before your cruise departs at 4pm this afternoon. Be sure to arrive at the terminal in advance of the departure time.
Want to know more about Sydney? Our insider travel guide includes handpicked places to eat and drink, the best activities in the area, and special experiences to make your trip memorable.
Accommodation: Pacific Adventure
Meals: Dinner
Days 2-4: At Sea
It’s your cruise, your way, and time at sea en route to your first stop is the perfect opportunity to get acquainted with the rhythms of cruise life. Enjoy a well-deserved sleep-in or perhaps head to one of the expansive upper decks to watch the sunrise before indulging in a delicious breakfast.
To fill your day, you can choose to simply laze by the pool, unwind at the luxurious spa, take advantage of the onboard entertainment or get your fix of retail therapy and shop up a storm, before exploring the many restaurants onboard for your evening meal.
Accommodation: Pacific Adventure
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5: Mystery Island, Vanuatu
Pristine white sand beaches, striking coral reefs and few inhabitants make Mystery Island one of the perfect spots to slip even further into holiday mode. To get the most out of your time in this picturesque spot, you could choose to paddle through the crystal-clear waters of Mystery Island in a glass-bottom kayak, revealing all the beautiful secrets of the coral reef below (surcharges apply). Then, dive in for a snorkel to take a closer look.
Accommodation: Pacific Adventure
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and` Dinner
Day 6: Port Vila, Vanuatu
Brace yourself for a day of activity, adventure and exploration through Vanuatu’s capital, Port Vila. There are many ways for you to immerse yourself in the wonderful sights and experiences found here, and how you choose to explore is your call. You could sink your teeth into fresh fruit at the local markets or feast your way through an authentic Bali Hai, Ambae Island-style feast. Feel the wind in your hair as you whiz down a jungle zipline or maybe participate in a glass-bottom boat and snorkelling adventure (surcharges apply).
Whichever one of the many ways you choose to explore this bustling hub, you’ll be greeted by generous hospitality throughout.
Accommodation: Pacific Adventure
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 7: Lifou, New Caledonia
Magnificent clifftop views, sheltered bays brimming with coral shelves and kaleidoscopic tropical fish, stretches of pure white sand beach, fascinating caves and traditional culture awaits along the shores of New Caledonia’s largest, most populous island — Lifou.
It’s here that you can while away a day within the crystalline waters of Jinek Bay, head to the breathtaking 37-metre Jokin Cliffs – made of ancient, fossilised coral – or visit vanilla plantations and sample some of this idyllic island’s world-renowned produce — the choice is yours.
Accommodation: Pacific Adventure
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 8: Noumea, New Caledonia
Arrive on the dazzling shores of Noumea’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed lagoon, where you’ll be surrounded by elegant cuisine and Parisian-inspired boutiques and culture, all infused with Pacific charm and tropical beauty.
Spend your day here snorkelling with sea turtles and tropical fish, gliding across the waters of Kuendu Beach on a stand-up paddleboard or exploring the island’s sprawling nature reserves, before enjoying a balmy afternoon on the beach, watching the turquoise waters lap at the sugar-fine shores as the sun dips closer and closer to the horizon.
Accommodation: Pacific Adventure
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Days 9-10: At Sea
With the towering cityscape of Sydney soon approaching, these final days at sea signal your last chance to indulge in the ship’s exceptional facilities before placing your feet firmly back on the mainland. Float away in one of the many pools onboard, take delight in some retail therapy and be sure to treat yourself with all-inclusive meals.
Accommodation: Pacific Adventure
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 11: Sydney, Australia
Arrive back in Sydney at 6.30am this morning, before disembarking and making your own way home or to the airport for your onward journey.
Meals: Breakfast