46 NIGHT SOUTHAMPTON – SYDNEY CRUISE
P&O Arcadia 6th January 2023
Plus two night hotel stay in Sydney
Join the Arcadia in Southampton for this fabulous 46 night world cruise with ports of call at Madeira – St. Lucia – Aruba – Panama Canal – Huatulco – Cabo San Lucas – San Francisco – Honolulu – Hawaii – Apia – Lautoka…..
| DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION |
Southampton |
| DEPARTURE TIME |
Board your ship between 12 noon and 3 p.m. |
| INCLUDED |
| Â 2 night hotel stay Sydney |
Full Board |
| 46 Night Cruise |
Entertainment |
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| NOT INCLUDED |
| Shore Excursions |
| On Board Gratuity |
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YOUR HOLIDAY HOME AT SEA
P&O Arcadia
This beautiful and elegant ship is one of the largest in the P&O fleet and has all the hallmarks of conventional cruising with lots of exciting modern additions. If your looking for a romantic cruise holiday you will appreciate The Retreat, a no children private spa terrace with secluded cabanas and moonlit treatments. With her superb facilities and activities, including four fantastic kids’ clubs, make her a popular choice for families. Single passengers can benefit from special cabins with no supplements incurred. The exclusive dining options on board are sure to impress, as is the delightfully chic central atrium with enticing shops, art gallery and library.
Facilities on board
- Two main formal restaurants, specialty Indian Restaurant and wine bar, several casual eateries.
- Four pools, including one for children
- Luxurious adult Retreat.
- Two-tier main theater, show lounges and live entertainment bars.
- Three dance lounges.
- Outdoor cinema screen
- Tonnage 115,000
- Passenger capacity 3,096
- Total Crew 1,239
- Total Cabins 1,557
- Decks 14
Day 1:Southampton (UK) Embark your ship P&O Azura
Day 2: At Sea
Day 3: At Sea
Day 4: At Sea
Day 5: Maderia
Madeira. lies within an Atlantic archipelago to the west of Morocco. The Gulf Stream gives the island its warm year-round weather and flowers that bloom in riotous colour along its mountainous terrain. Madeira offers mountain walks with breathtaking views, trails on horseback, bird watching, big game fishing, boat trips, surfing, canyoning, scuba diving and whale and dolphin watching. Visit Monte Palace Tropical Garden, or Santa Clara Monastery, or just relax and enjoy the islands fabulous nature.
Day 6: At Sea
Day 7: At Sea
Day 8: At Sea
Day 9: At Sea
Day 10:Â At Sea
Day 11: St. Lucia
St. Lucia is a stunning island dressed in mountains, lush tropical foliage, beautiful rain-forests and sandy white beaches. To appreciate the islands natural beauty, you must visit some of the unique attractions. Visit the world’s only drive in volcano, getting up close with multi coloured sulphur pools. Take a trip to the Diamond botanical gardens filled with tropical plants and flowers, trek through the rain-forest to discover some of the islands hidden waterfall’s and snorkel to the sunken wreck and explore the ocean bed alive with marine life and underwater beauty.
Day 12: At Sea
Day 13: Aruba
Aruba is an island surrounded by beautiful white beaches and glistening waters. The island is alive with Dutch heritage and history. The streets are lined with pastel painted houses in nearby Oranjestad, which also offers boutiques and malls for those wanting to shop. The beaches are stunning and offer amazing diving and snorkeling opportunities. The famous Natural Bridge can be found on the windward side of the island.
Day 14: At Sea
Day 15: Panama Canal (Cruising)
Cruising the Panama Canal will simply amaze you at the scale of this incredible undertaking. Winding your way through tropical rain-forests and lush green forestry passing an abundance of tropical wildlife; for a truly unforgettable experience.
Day 16: At Sea
Day 17: At Sea
Day 18: Huatulco
Sandy white beaches and crystal-clear waters, hidden in beautiful bays and coves make this a really special place. Originally a small fishing village, Huatulco has developed from the surrounding jungle and now offers visitors  an area of great natural beauty with a number of archaeological sites, extreme white water rafting trips, local traditions and charming friendly locals.
Day 19: At Sea
Day 20: At Sea
Day 21: Cabo San Lucas
Rated as one of Mexico’s top tourist destinations, Cabo as it is known locally is wonderful destination. Cruise visitors will find that Cabo is truly exquisite, the shopping is top class, and the beaches are pristine. Lover’s Beach is a great place to see the Arch of Cabo San Lucas at Land’s End, and this is one of the best places on earth to swim with dolphins at their world-renowned dolphin centre.
Day 22: At Sea
Day 23: At Sea
Day 24: San Francisco
A crimson bridge, cable cars, a sparkling bay, and streets lined with elegant Victorian homes—San Francisco is undeniably one of the world’s great cities. Located along the Northern California at the state’s distinctive bend in the coast, the region has an alluring magic that stretches beyond the bay to diverse cities with nightlife and trend-setting cuisine. The Bay Area is also home to some of the world’s finest wine country, including Napa Valley and Sonoma, plus waterfront towns, dramatic beaches, and the tech-savvy southern end of the bay known as the Silicon Valley, where lunchtime ideas at Google, Facebook, and Apple, turn into the next brilliant innovation.
Day 25: San Francisco
Day 26: At Sea
Day 27: At Sea
Day 28: At Sea
Day 29: At Sea
Day 30: Honolulu
If Oahu is the heart of Hawaii, then Honolulu is its racing pulse. In this cosmopolitan capital city, you’ll find everything from historic landmarks to fine dining to world class shopping. Honolulu stretches across the south eastern shores of the island from the world-famous Pearl Harbour to Makapuu Point encompassing the world famous Waikika beach.
Day 31: Honolulu
Day 32: At Sea
Day 33: At Sea
Day 34: At Sea
Day 36: At Sea
Day 37: Apia
Apia is the gateway to neighbouring Samoa. Samoa offers stunning beaches, crystal clear waters, history and culture. Visit the Falefa Falls and the Piula Cave Pool. Take a walk in town and visit one of the many museums, galleries and experience the old world charm of the city.
Day 38: At Sea
Day 39: Lautoka
According to legend, Fiji’s second largest city derives its name from a battle cry that means “Spear Hit”. In recent times Lautoka has built its reputation on sugar. Not much here to enthrall you but it does have wide streets steeped in foliage and a picturesque esplanade and a couple of decent cafes and the backdrop to Mount Koroyanitu (Mt Evans) which is stunning.
Day 40: At sea
Day 41: Vila
The port of Vila offers great views over the harbour from the steep hillsides that surround it. This picturesque island is an ideal place to relax. Discover a variety of local fruit and vegetables at the market, chat to the friendly locals and enjoy the lush scenery.
Day 42: At Sea
Day 43: Noumea
From spectacular white sandy beaches to well-preserved historic buildings with a beautiful French feel, New Caledonia’s capital city Noumea is a perfect combination of South Pacific hospitality and European elegance. Surrounded by charming bays, Noumea sits on a hilly peninsula and offers numerous activities that you can enjoy.
Day 44: At Sea
Day 45: At Sea
Day 46: Sydney
Sydney, with its iconic Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Darling Harbour and of course Bondi beach must rank as one of the worlds most stunning city’s. Enjoy Sydney’s natural beauty, from unspoilt beaches to public gardens and, of course, the sparkling harbour, before discovering its thriving restaurants and markets. Top it off with a trip to the Blue Mountains, a popular excursion among locals.
Day 47: Sydney
Disembark your ship – P&O Arcadia
Day 47: 1st night hotel stay Sydney.
Day 48: 2nd night hotel stay Sydney
Day 49: Return flight to the UK
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