Oceania Cruises
Experience the ultimate luxury cruising experience with Oceania onboard the lavish Nautica with world class entertainment and amenities. Enjoy full board on the ship and an Olife Choice where guests can choose one benefit of 4 shore excursions per person, $400 onboard credit per person, or the House Beverage Package.
Guests will enjoy a pre cruise stay in Singapore before boarding their cruise where they will travel to Phuket, Yangon, Colombo, Kochi, Male, Mahé, Mayotte, Maputo, Richards Bay, Durban, and Cape town where the cruise will end. Guests will then enjoy a South African post cruise package where they will enjoy a 2 night stay at the Victoria & Alfred Hotel before traveling to the Sabi Sands Games Reserve for a 3 night stay at the luxury game lodge Chitwa Chitwa.
Day 1 – 3
This incredible journey will begin in Singapore where guests will enjoy a two night stay at the luxurious Pan Pacific Singapore in a Deluxe Room. This innovative city is home to spectacular green spaces, a futuristic skyline, magnificent temples, and an eclectic food scene. Spend your days visiting the colourful Hindu temples, the famous Tiger Balm Gardens, and the spectacular National Orchid Garden. Be sure to experience a short cruise along the Singapore River as well as a trishaw ride through town.
Day 4
On day 4 guests will board Oceania’s luxurious Nautica to begin their cruising adventure. Spend your first day at sea experiencing all this lavish cruise has to offer. Lounge by the pool, pamper yourself with a revitalising spa treatments, or work out at the fitness centre. At night savour a mouth-watering dinner at one of the delectable restaurants and then enjoy a world-class musical performance.
Day 5
The first stop on your cruising journey is Phuket, the largest island in Thailand. This island features a stunning landscape with gorgeous beaches, crystal clear waters, and lush greenery as well as stunning 19th century Chinese and Western architecture. Guests can visit the spectacular Sea Shell Museum, see the ornate Wat Chalong, explore the magnificent Phang Nga National Park, or simple relax on one of the island’s pristine beaches.
Day 6
The next day is a day at sea where guests can relax onboard Oceania’s luxurious Nautica. Spend your day lounging by the pool, pampering yourself with a revitalizing spa treatment, or working out at the fitness centre. At night savour a mouth-watering dinner at one of the delectable restaurants and then enjoy a world-class musical performance.
Day 7 – 9
Next the cruise will dock for three days in Yangon, Myanmar’s largest city. This city is home to stunning colonial architecture as well as traditional pagodas covered in gold leaf and studded with jewels. Be sure to visit the spectacular Shwedagon Pagoda, a golden shrine towering to a height of 326 feet. Nearby visit the Chaukhtatgyi Pagoda with its reclining 230-foot-long Buddha statue.
Day 10 – 12
The next three days are days at sea where guests can relax onboard Oceania’s luxurious Nautica. Spend your days lounging by the pool, pampering yourself with a revitalizing spa treatment, or working out at the fitness centre. At night savour a mouth-watering dinner at one of the delectable restaurants and then enjoy a world-class musical performance.
Day 13 – 14
The next destination on this luxury cruise journey is Colombo, the capital city of Sri Lanka. This city is the largest city in Sri Lanka and is dotted with stately colonial buildings. Spend your days exploring the city’s museums and temples or watch a cricket game at Galle Face Green. If you want to escape the liveliness of the city then head to Viharamahadevi Park and relax under a beautiful cinnamon tree.
Day 15
Next your cruise will dock in Kochi, also known as Cochin, a beautiful port city in India. Explore the amazing contrasts of this cosmopolitan, Portuguese-founded city with its stunning colonial architecture, Dutch-style palaces, historic churches, and Jewish quarter. Be sure to experience a boat ride along the tranquil canals and visit the ancient villages and plantations.
Day 16
The next day is a day at sea onboard Oceania’s luxurious Nautica. Spend your day lounging by the pool, pampering yourself with a revitalizing spa treatment, or working out at the fitness centre. At night savour a mouth-watering dinner at one of the restaurants and then enjoy a world-class musical performance.
Day 17
The next stop on this cruising adventure is Male, the capital and largest city of the Maldives. This city is surrounded by seawalls and is full of high rises and narrow streets. Shopping lovers must visit the local markets as well as Chaandanee Magu, the perfect spot to search for a local souvenir including carved wooden dhonis, miniature replicas of the boats dotting area waters. Be sure to visit the golden-domed Friday Mosque, a masterpiece of filigree-curved coral built in the mid-1600s.
Day 18 – 19
The next two days are days at sea onboard Oceania’s luxurious Nautica. Spend your days lounging by the pool, pampering yourself with a revitalizing spa treatment, or working out at the fitness centre. At night savour a mouth-watering dinner at one of the restaurants and then enjoy a world-class musical performance.
Day 20 – 21
Next dock at Mahé, the largest of the Seychelles islands. This island is the epitome of tropical beauty with mountain ranges running through the spine of the island and scenic national parks have sprung up around it, attracting enthusiastic hikers. Those feeling less energetic can relax on the idyllic sandy beaches.
Day 22
The next day is a day at sea onboard Oceania’s luxurious Nautica. Spend you day lounging by the pool, pampering yourself with a revitalizing spa treatment, or working out at the fitness centre. At night savour a mouth-watering dinner at one of the restaurants and then enjoy a world-class musical performance.
Day 23
Next your cruise will dock at Mayotte, an island in the French Comoros. While the other islands of the Comoros gained independence from France in 1975, Mayotte remained under the French rule. This French influence is clear with the Petit Terre district boasting fine patisseries, boutiques and art galleries, with a French flair everywhere.
Day 24 – 25
The next two days are days at sea onboard Oceania’s luxurious Nautica. Spend your days lounging by the pool, pampering yourself with a revitalising spa treatment, or working out at the fitness centre. At night savour a mouth-watering dinner at one of the restaurants and then enjoy a world-class musical performance.
Day 26
The next destination on this incredible cruising adventure is Maputo, the capital and largest city of Mozambique. This city is home to beautiful Mediterranean-style architecture and wide avenues lined with jacaranda and flame trees. Be sure to try the local favourite, prawns in peri-peri sauce, a spicy concoction made from an especially hot African chili pepper. Afterwards calm down your taste buds with a drink at one of the many bars in the Fere de Populare neighbourhood.
Day 27
Dock at Richards Bay, situated on the north coast of KwaZulu-Natal and founded in 1879. Known as the official gateway to Zululand, this town has transformed from being a small fishing village into a lively harbour town. Guests can appreciate the beautiful wetland scenery in addition to the untouched beaches and game reserves. Be sure to visit Dumazulu, the only Zulu village opened up to tourism by King Goodwill Zwelithini and the only authentic example of Zulu traditions which tourists are allowed into.
Day 28
The next stop is Durban, the third most populous city in South Africa and the biggest city in KwaZulu-Natal. Here guests will experience the vibrant waterfront, complete with street performers and sand artists and an easy going laid back lifestyle. The city has always been a beach city but the huge investment for the 2010 World Cup really put it on the map. The massive revamp of the promenade brought about mouth-watering cafes and restaurants serving a variety of dishes including bobotie (a sweet spiced mince dish with egg toping).
Day 29
The next day is a day at sea onboard Oceania’s luxurious Nautica. Spend you day lounging by the pool, pampering yourself with a revitalizing spa treatment, or working out at the fitness centre. At night savour a mouth-watering dinner at one of the restaurants and then enjoy a world-class musical performance.
Day 30
This incredible cruise journey will end in Cape Town where guests will enjoy a docked overnight stay. A mixture of breath-taking mountain scenery, multiculturalism and peaceful ocean charm, this beautiful city has it all. Spend the day exploring the cool urban culture, visiting the rolling vineyards, or dine in laid back sea suburbs. For those looking for a bit of adventure be sure to head to Lion’s Head. Be prepared for a sharp hike and an early start but the magnificent views of the morning sun from the top of the mountain will be worth it.
Day 31 – 32
Guests will transfer to the luxurious Victoria & Alfred Hotel which is set on the bustling V&A Waterfront in the heart of Cape Town. Guests will stay in a Mountain Facing Room on a bed and breakfast basis. A mixture of breath-taking mountain scenery, multiculturalism and peaceful ocean charm, this beautiful city has it all. Spend the days exploring the cool urban culture, visiting the rolling vineyards, or dine in laid back sea suburbs. For those looking for a bit of adventure be sure to head to Lion’s Head. Be prepared for a sharp hike and an early start but the magnificent views of the morning sun from the top of the mountain will be worth it.
Day 33 – 36
Guests will transfer to the airport where they will then travel to Sabi Sands Games Reserve, a reserve located in the southwestern corner of the world-renowned Kruger National Park. Guests will enjoy a 3 night stay at the luxury private game lodge, Chitwa Chitwa, in a suite on a full board and activities basis. Experience the most spectacular safari experience where intrepid explorers can get a glimpse of the Big Five.