Papua New Guinea: Cultural Highlights

On March 23, 2011, begin a journey through a land filled with magic and spirits. From Tufi Harbor, a location that offers some of the world's most breathtaking scenery and volcanic tropical fjords, to the flooded crater that is Rabaul's Simpson Harbor to the ease of life among the locals of Watam Village, the cultural richness of these islands is sure to please even the well-traveled soul.

Land of 800 languages, unique cultural diversity and prominent historical spots, this 11-night opportunity aboard the 100-passenger, 5-star Orion simply should not be passed up.

11-Night Expedition
Day 1: Cairns (Optional direct charter flight to Rabaul)
Day 2: Rabaul, Papua New Guinea
Day 3: At Sea
Day 4: Sepik River (Watam Village)
Day 5: Madang
Day 6: Tami Islands
Day 7: Tufi Harbor
Day 8: Fergusson Island
Day 9: Samarai and Kwato Islands
Day 10: Alotau (Milne Bay)
Day 11: At Sea
Day 12: Cairns, Australia

Stateroom cabins start at $5,733.75 per person (a 25% savings off the original published fare) based on double occupancy.