Legends of the South Pacific

This is a sixteen day cruise of discovery. This voyage includes primitive island cultures, exposure to mementos of World War II sites and some of the most incredible snorkeling available anywhere. This is a trip to learn, enjoy and discover new things. You will enjoy shore excursions, guest speakers, snorkeling and Zodiak excursions with experts. The ship only holds 120 guests in outside cabins so you will receive personal service your entire trip. This is a casual trip with jackets and ties being unnecessary.

What makes this trip special? You will visit some incredible islands who might only have visitors twice a year, from your ship. You will also visit historic WWII locations where artifacts are still available.

Day 1 - NADI/LAUTOKA, FIJI

Lautoka is famous for sugar cane and beautiful blue Pacific water surrounding it. You will disembark at Fiji, Viseisei to enjoy a traditional Kava ceremony, enjoy the singing and dancing. Tour the Garden of the Giant before boarding the ship.

Day 2 - AT SEA

This is a day at sea to enjoy the experts and other people interested in the South Pacific. Or, you can simply kick back and enjoy the beautiful ocean.

Day 3 - AMBRYM ISLAND, VANUATU

You will take part in the Rom Dance at Ambrym. The islanders will be wearing colorful masks and cloaks made of dried banana leaves. The pounding, stomping and chanting will leave you mesmerized. You will also enjoy the lava lakes and misty jungle here. Some wonderful wood carvings are also available here.

Day 4 - TIKOPIA, SOLOMON ISLANDS

There are four clan chiefs on the Tikopia, you must crawl to approach them out of respect. You will be able to watch men fish and women cook the same way they have for hundreds of years. Enjoy their dancing and a hike to a mountaintop crater lake.

Day 5 - AT SEA

Enjoy a relaxing day at sea and learn more about your next visits.

Day 6 - GUADALCANAL, SOLOMON ISLANDS

There are still relics available here from battles during the Pacific War in 1942-43. You can visit battlefields or snorkel and see a sunken Japanese freighter. This is all surrounded by beautiful white beaches and crystal clear lagoons.

Day 7 - SANTA ISABELA ISLAND, SOLOMON ISLANDS

Enjoy an inflatable Zodiak trip up an inlet several miles to Kia. You will follow a trail to the village center which was the home of headhunters. You will see women make tapa cloth from the mulberry tree. Enjoy the picturesque night time with water beneath stilted huts.

Day 8 - AT SEA

You will have a day at sea as you cross the Equator. Experts are available to give you information on your next stops.

Day 9 - AT SEA

As you cross the Equator and sail between islands, Experts are available to give you information on your next stops.

Day 10 - POHNPEI, ISLAND FSM

Visit the ruins of Nan Madol which is supposed to be over 700 years old. Enjoy the waterfall as you walk in the tropic forest of Pohnpei. You will find 40 types of birds, deer and reptiles here. You will enjoy an authentic lunch served on a giant leaf while watching for birds.

Day 11 - AT SEA

You will have a day at sea to relax and enjoy the beautiful ocean.

Day 12 - TONOAS, CHUUK

Chuuk was the Japanese Navy headquarters during World War II. Snorkel around a Japanese Destroyer and sea wreckage from Operation Hailstorm.

Day 13 - SATAWAL ISLAND, YAP

This is an eye opening experience where you can visit an island where the natives make long trips in outrigger canoes navigating by the stars. You will enjoy a traditional dance. This is a snorkeler's paradise.

Day 14 - IFALUK, YAP

Enjoy an amazing experience as you take a Zodiak trip to Ifaluk. The villagers will be singing and wearing shell necklaces, flowers and body paint. After the ceremonial dance you can snorkel in Ifaluk's shallow lagoon.

Day 15 - GAFARUT ATOLL, YAP

Enjoy some incredible snorkeling just off this .2 mile long island. The island is barely above sea level which makes it a great place for nesting birds. The snorkeling is also amazing.

Day 16 - GUAM, U.S.

On your last day you will enjoy Guam which is definitely influenced by the Spanish.

This would be a memorable location for someone who's family fought in World War II. But, even if you don't have a special interest in the war it is an incredible adventure to visit people who haven't been changed by 'civilization'. Hope you have the chance to make this trip.

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Brian is also the author of Free Cruise Book at http://www.freecruisebook.com Brian has traveled to Europe, Canada, Mexico, Bahamas, Alaska and the Caribbean. You can reach brian at brian@freecruisebook.com

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