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Fiji to Bali ABOARD THE PAUL GAUGUIN

This extraordinary one-time, one-of-a-kind expedition brings you from the “Sugar City” of Lautoka, in the heart of Fiji’s sugarcane-growing region, to exotic ports in Vanuatu, the Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, and the tiny new nation of Timor-Leste. Along the way, you’ll encounter World War II relics, superb snorkeling and diving, quaint villages, and welcoming people of many different cultures—all the while enjoying the comfort of the legendary Paul Gaugin .

PACIFIC OCEAN

INDONESIA

PNG

Komodo Island

Dili

Samarai Island Moresby Port

Guadalcanal

Thursday Island

Benoa

FIJI

Espiritu Santo

Lautoka

AUSTRALIA

1,000 km 1,000 mi for its te ples, shrines, artists’ workshops and galleries, and the Sacred Monkey Forest. Depart on Day 17.

DAYS 1-4 LAUTOKA FIJI / ESPIRITU SANTO, VANUATU Embark in Lautoka and cruise to Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu, a stunning island of palm-lined beaches, spring-fed swimming holes, lush rainforests, and lofty mountains. Enjoy exceptional swimming and snorkeling, and experience the island’s traditional village life. DAYS 5-8 GUADALCANAL, SOLOMON ISLANDS / PAPUA NEW GUINEA The largest of the Solomon Islands, Guadalcanal is best known for the six-month battle between Allied and Japanese forces that marked a turning point in the Pacific theater during World War II. You may explore the tropical interior (excellent birdwatching!) or experience its superior snorkeling and diving. Head to Port Moresby, the capital of Papua New Guinea, with its legacy of tribal peoples that make their living from the sea.

DAYS 9-17 THURSDAY ISLAND, AUSTRALIA / DILI, TIMOR-LESTE / KOMODO ISLAND, INDONESIA / BENOA, BALI On Thursday Island, immerse yourself in its cultural mix of Asian, European, and Pacific Island influences, with the option to join a deep-sea fishing expedition. Stroll the waterfront in the colonial heart of Dili, the capital of Timor- Leste (formerly East Timor), or dive or snorkel at one of the city’s many fine white-sand beaches. Home of the famous Komodo dragon, Komodo is one of three islands that comprise Komodo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Man and Biosphere Reserve. While here, enjoy the beautiful beaches, seek out the komodo dragons of the park trails (accompanied by a guide, of course), or take a cruise in a glass-bottom boat to admire the abundant marine life. On Bali, visit Ubud, renowned

DATE Apr 11-27, 2020

TRIP COST From $7,945

Price is per person and depends on cabin type (includes roundtrip airfare from Los Angeles)

Islands of Indonesia: Australia to Sulawesi ABOARD THE CORAL ADVENTURER Uncover a realm of scenic landscapes and thriving cultures as you journey from Darwin, Australia, up through the straits of the Indonesian archipelago to Makassar, capital of South Sulawesi. Feb 27-Mar 12 & Apr 1-Apr 15, 2020. From $11,990 Australian dollars.

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