28 Night South Pacific Sojourn
Fri Nov 1st 2024
Onboard Viking Orion
Itinerary Summary
Laem Chabang/THAILAND (Overnight), Kuala Lumpur/MALAYSIA, Singapore, Semarang/INDONESIA, Bali/INDONESIA (Overnight), Lombok/INDONESIA, Komodo/INDONESIA, Darwin (Overnight), Thursday Isl., Cairns, Townsville, Whitsunday Isl., Brisbane, Newcastle, Sydney
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Itinerary

Day 1 : Laem Chabang/THAILAND

-- - --

Day 2 : Laem Chabang/THAILAND

-- - 5:00 PM

Day 3 : At Sea

Day 4 : At Sea

Day 5 : Kuala Lumpur/MALAYSIA

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Malaysia's capital rises like a vision from the deep jungles. Its fascinating array of architectural styles includes Malay stilt villages, Islamic minarets, Hindu temples, Chinese shop houses and the indescribable opulence of the Royal Palace. In the background rise the world's tallest buildings, the Petronas Twin Towers completed in 1996.

Day 6 : Singapore

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

One of Asia's great success stories, this island republic has merged diverse cultures into a dynamic and thriving nation. Clean, modern and full of green gardens, its neighborhoods reflect the Chinese, Malay, Indian, Arab and European backgrounds of its past. After sampling the legendary shopping, retire to Raffles Hotel's famous bar and toast Maugham, Kipling and Noel Coward with a Singapore Sling.

Day 7 : At Sea

Day 8 : At Sea

Day 9 : At Sea

Day 10 : Semarang/INDONESIA

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

From Semarang, travel through the lush jungles of Java to the astounding temples of Borobudur, the largest Buddhist monument on earth built in the 8th century. Here view a complex of dramatic carved towers that were forgotten for almost 800 years! Topped by graceful stupas, the winding pathways display carved panels depicting the life of Buddha.

Day 11 : At Sea

Day 12 : Bali/INDONESIA

1:00 PM - --

Day 13 : Bali/INDONESIA

-- - 11:00 PM

Day 14 : Lombok/INDONESIA

7:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Day 15 : Komodo/INDONESIA

7:30 AM - 2:30 PM

A rare discovery awaits the traveler who ventures onto this remote island of Komodo. Walking through the dense vegetation, hearing and seeing a variety of bird and animal life, you may feel you've landed in another epoch. Indeed, the last vestiges of long-gone dinosaurs survive here, in the form of the legendary, giant lizards called Komodo Dragons.

Day 16 : At Sea

Day 17 : Darwin

1:00 PM - --

Named after evolutionist Charles Darwin, this tropical city on the top end of Australia is a former frontier town with a rough-and-tumble past. Darwin's growth was achieved back in 1871 with the discovery of gold at Pine Creek, and today a number of historic buildings from that era remain. Darwin is also the center of the aboriginal community, the world's oldest culture. From here, you can visit Kakadu National Park, a World Heritage Site renowned not only for its Australian wildlife but Aboriginal rock art.

Day 18 : Darwin

-- - 1:00 PM

Named after evolutionist Charles Darwin, this tropical city on the top end of Australia is a former frontier town with a rough-and-tumble past. Darwin's growth was achieved back in 1871 with the discovery of gold at Pine Creek, and today a number of historic buildings from that era remain. Darwin is also the center of the aboriginal community, the world's oldest culture. From here, you can visit Kakadu National Park, a World Heritage Site renowned not only for its Australian wildlife but Aboriginal rock art.

Day 19 : At Sea

Day 20 : Thursday Isl.

12:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Day 21 : At Sea

Day 22 : Cairns

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

The Great Barrier Reef city of Cairns is the northernmost city of Queensland and is located amidst endless stretches of white sandy beach, attracting visitors from around the world. Although Cairns is the scuba-diving capital of the Great Barrier Reef, you can also wander along the Esplanade, with its remarkable views over Trinity Bay, or explore the Heritage Walk with its fascinating insights into the city's history.

Day 23 : Townsville

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Day 24 : Whitsunday Isl.

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Day 25 : At Sea

Day 26 : Brisbane

8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Nestled between the Gold Coast to the south and the Sunshine Coast to the north, laid-back Brisbane makes the most of its magnificent beaches, offering an ideal blend of Aussie ease and urban energy. Wander in the lush Botanical Gardens, shop in the Queen Street Mall, or enjoy the countless cafes and restaurants along the banks of the Brisbane River.

Day 27 : At Sea

Day 28 : Newcastle

12:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Day 29 : Sydney

6:30 AM - --

Sydney is Australia''s showcase: the oldest settlement, the largest and most thriving city, the cultural melting pot. It curves around idyllic Port Jackson, where sandstone cliffs and bright islands complement the Opera House and Harbor Bridge. Wander the cobbled colonial streets of the historic Rocks quarter, or tour the mansions of Watson''s Bay.