Ultra-luxury cruise operator, Scenic, has unveiled 13 new voyages that are detailed in a brand-new Scenic Eclipse: Australia, Indonesia, and The Pacific Islands collection for 2024. Adding to the exploration possibilities, guests can for the first time, combine Scenic’s discovery ocean voyages from the collection with land journeys and city stays, diving deeper into the local cultures and highlights. Scenic Eclipse II, which is set to launch in 2023, will visit the new destinations in 2024 – where guests can uncover new corners and climates of the world on personalized excursions and exclusive Scenic Enrich experiences.
Guests booking any of these unique voyages can save up to 20% percent when paying in full 12 months prior to departure.
Unearth the gems of Easter Island
The remote volcanic Easter Island in Polynesia is famous for its 900 iconic moai human head structures created by inhabitants during the 13th – 16th century – and making it one of the world’s top exploration destinations. Scenic Eclipse II guests are immersed in the island’s language, music, and countless traditions kept alive by its proud inhabitants. Highlights include visiting the stone village of Orongo, and the island’s largest crater Rano Kau and important archaeological site; hiking the Terevaka Volcano for spectacular 360-degree views; learning how the ancient Polynesians used astronomy during a visit to one of the island’s traditional observatory sites for an evening of stargazing; and enjoying some down time swimming, surfing, and snorkeling on Anakena Beach. The 19-day Journey Across the Pacific: Easter Island & French Polynesia voyage, departing March 13, 2024, sails from Valparaiso to Papeete, with visits to Robinson Crusoe Island, Alexander Selkirk Island, Hanga Roa (Easter Island), Pircairn Island and Fakarava. Prices start at $12,043 per person, double occupancy.
Adventure through The Land of the Plenty
Australia’s ancient indigenous culture and natural wonders are centerpieces on the 11-day Discover the Kimberley Coastline: An Ancient Wilderness voyage, priced from $11,991 and sailing on six dates between May 10 and August 18, 2024. Guests journey along King George River’s tranquil waters and through towering gorges, while taking in the local population of Brahminy kites, egrets, and kingfishers; and then head off to explore Hunter River, home to the highest proportion of saltwater crocodiles in the Kimberley, pockets of rainforest, vast swathes of mangroves, and soaring red cliffs. Venturing further into the outback to Mitchell Falls, a dramatic four-tiered waterfall that has been carved out over millennia, guests witness the renowned Wandjina (Kaiara or Sea Wandjina) spirit paintings whose origins remain shrouded in mystery and controversy. Sailing from Darwin to Broome, the cruise visits King George River, Hunter River, Bigge Island, Montgomery Reef, Talbot Bat, Buccaneer Archipelago and Lacepede Islands Nature Reserve.
Guests can continue the adventure with the 11-day Natural Wonders of Australia: Reef & Rock land tour. Experience the thriving city of Sydney, unearth the underwater kaleidoscope wonders in the Great Barrier Reef and be immersed in the world’s oldest living culture in Uluru. Prices start from $8,595.
Explore the rugged landscapes of Fiji
Blessed with dramatic peaks and sun-drenched white sand beaches, the Yasawa Islands in Fiji is the quintessential paradise. And only one of numerous unique opportunities afforded guests on the 13-day Reefs & Volcanic Isles: Tahiti to Fiji. Guests explore the famous limestone caves on Sawa-i-Lau by climbing stairs from the beach, passing a small door, and then jumping into the larger cave’s pool. The villages on Fulanga Island are ideal places to see locals carve outrigger canoes and wooden bowls before exploring further in a kayak or stand-up paddleboard or on a hike. Sunken wrecks, wall dives and coral-lined tunnels highlight an underwater exploration on Bega Island where pelagic fish, sharks, blue ribbon eels and octopus are plentiful. Natural hot springs, volcanic landforms, and a huge lagoon are the attraction during a visit to Vauna Balavu Island. Departing from Papeete, Scenic Eclipse II calls at Bora Bora, Aitutaki Atoll, Palmerston Island, Alofi, Vava’u, Fulanga Island, Vanua Balavu and Ovalau, before arriving in Nadi. Fares start at $10,723 and departs March 31, 2024.
All Scenic Eclipse voyages are truly all-inclusive, meaning guests can leave their wallet in a safe place and relax, knowing everything is taken care of. Flights, transfers, fine dining experiences, premium branded beverages, gratuities, and once-in-a-lifetime immersive excursions are all included.
Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours has grown over its 36-year history to include award-winning, truly all-inclusive river and ocean cruises and handcrafted land tours that take guests to many of the world’s most fascinating destinations. In 2019, Scenic introduced Scenic Eclipse, The World’s First Discovery Yacht™. Hosting just 228 guests (200 in polar regions), the yacht offers a 1:1 guest-to-staff ratio, butler service, up to 10 dining experiences, a 5,920 ft² luxury spa, yoga and Pilates studio, vitality pools and bars, two state-of-the-art helicopters, a six-guest submarine and an expert Discovery Team. Offering an extraordinary ultra-luxury, truly all-inclusive experience for guests at destinations throughout the world. A second yacht, Scenic Eclipse II, is planned to launch in Spring 2023. Scenic is part of Scenic Group, which includes Emerald Cruises, Mayflower Cruises & Tours, and Evergreen Tours.
Additional information on these and other cruises, brochures and reservations can be obtained via travel advisors; or in the US: www.scenicusa.com, phone (844) 788-7985, info@scenicusa.com. Brochures can also be downloaded directly from the websites.
