Explore Darwin's Cultural Cruises

from $17,525

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Raja Ampat & Spice Islands

Darwin to Sorong - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer

• Visit Banda Neira fort
• Snorkel at Seram and Besar Islands
• Meet local artisans in Tumbur
• Chance to swim with whale sharks

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Darwin / Sorong

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Set sail on a 19-day cruise aboard Coral Geographer from Darwin through Indonesia’s Spice Islands and Raja Ampat, famed for their ancient cultures, historic forts, and incredible biodiversity. This adventure blends cultural insights and natural wonders.

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from $10,190

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Island Empires & Ancient Mariners

Darwin to Makassar - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer

• Explore Komodo Island wildlife
• Trek Padar Island peak
• Snorkel vibrant coral reefs
• Swim Pink Beach waters

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Darwin / Makassar

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Kayaking, Village Visits, Urban Exploration, Scuba Diving

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Embark on a 15-day cruise through Indonesia aboard Coral Geographer. Explore remote islands, see Komodo dragons, climb Padar Island, witness unique dances, and experience Toraja culture. Swim, snorkel, kayak, and visit traditional villages.

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from $9,490

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Cape York and Arnhem Land - Art Themed

Darwin to Cairns - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer

• Explore Cobourg Peninsula ruins
• Visit the Tiwi Islands
• Tour Thursday Island culture
• Visit at pristine Lizard Island

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Darwin / Cairns

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Embark on a 12-day artistic expedition from Darwin, exploring the Tiwi Islands, Arnhem Land, and Torres Strait aboard Coral Discoverer. Experience indigenous art, culture, and history, with workshops, cultural performances, and scenic exploration.

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from $20,090

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Raja Ampat and the Spice Islands

Darwin Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

• Banda Neira history
• Snorkel Raja Ampat reefs
• Visit Kei Islands' white-sand beach
• Learn about Spice Islands culture

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Darwin / Darwin

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Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Archaeological Site Visits, Rainforest Exploration

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Set sail from Darwin through Indonesia on a 12-day cruise aboard Le Soleal, exploring Banda Neira, Raja Ampat, West Papua, and the Kei Islands. Snorkel coral reefs, hike jungle islands, visit historic spice ports, and swim beneath Kitikiti Waterfall in remote tropical settings.

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from $8,110

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Crossing Melanesia: Australia To Fiji

Darwin - Lautoka - 18 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Paul Gauguin

• Explore coral reefs of Milne Bay
• See WWII historical sites in Alotau
• Swim in the waters of Espiritu Sant
• Discover Vanuatu's beaches

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Darwin / Lautoka

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Set sail on this 18-day cruise Crossing Melanesia from Australia to Fiji aboard M/S Paul Gauguin, exploring remote islands and cultures. Highlights include Papua New Guinea, Guadalcanal's WWII history, Solomon Islands for snorkeling, Vanuatu's pristine beaches, and Fiji's vibrant markets and shores.

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from $14,050

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An Escapade in the Heart of Melanesia

Darwin - Lautoka - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier

• Explore Darwin’s tropical cityscape
• Visit Thursday Island’s fort
• Experience Port Moresby wildlife
• Discover Alotau’s WWII sites

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Darwin / Lautoka

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Set sail on a 17-day cruise aboard Le Jacques Cartier, exploring Australia and Melanesia, including Papua New Guinea and Fiji. Discover Thursday Island's WWII history, the Solomon Islands' tropical beauty, and Vanuatu's vibrant landscapes before finishing in Lautoka, Fiji.

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from $10,885

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Indonesia's Forgotten Islands

Darwin to Singapore - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer

• Komodo dragon encounters
• See Orangutans at Camp Leakey
• Discover rare birds and wildlife
• Snorkel at vibrant reefs

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Darwin / Singapore

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Whale Watching

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Travel from Darwin to Singapore on a 14-day cruise through Indonesia aboard Heritage Adventurer. Explore remote islands, snorkel coral reefs, encounter Komodo dragons, visit volcanic lakes, experience tribal cultures, and observe wild orangutans in protected rainforests.

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from $21,900

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Darwin to Fremantle

Darwin to Perth - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Cloud

• Explore Darwin's history and market
• Ord River wildlife cruise
• Witness Swift Bay rock art
• Snorkel in Dampier Archipelago

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Darwin / Fremantle

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Hiking, Local Market Visits

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Sail through Australia’s Kimberley and Western Australia on an 18-day cruise from Darwin to Fremantle aboard Silver Cloud. Discover dramatic red cliffs, Aboriginal rock art, remote islands, and thriving marine life. Explore by Zodiac, snorkel reefs, cruise rivers, and hike national parks.

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from $24,300

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Darwin to Lautoka

24 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Cloud

• Learn WWII tunnel network
• Snorkel vibrant coral reefs
• Visit Garove volcanic caldera
• Wandre Lautoka’s botanical gardens

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Darwin / Lautoka

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Small Ship Sailing

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Embark on a 24-day cruise aboard Silver Cloud, sailing from Darwin to Lautoka. Explore the untouched beauty and cultural richness of Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu. Snorkel in the crystal-clear waters off Ali Island and Kennedy Island, and delve into World War II history in Madang and Rabaul.

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from $9,490

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Cape York and Arnhem Land

Cairns - Darwin - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer

• Lizard Island snorkeling
• Explore Badu Island artwork
• Visit Forbes Island beaches
• See Fort Victoria ruins

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Cairns / Darwin

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Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Cairns to Darwin aboard Coral Discoverer. Visit remote islands, explore cultural sites, snorkel reefs, meet local artists, and travel through unique landscapes. Engage in guided walks, community visits, and scenic waterways while experiencing Northern Australia’s rich history and diverse coastal environments.

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from $14,600

$1000 SBC

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Voyage to Indonesia: Dragons, Reefs, and the Spice Islands – with Smithsonian Journeys

Benoa, Bali - Darwin - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier

• See the Coral Triangle’s ecosystems
• Experience Indonesia's culture
• See Komodo dragons upclose
• Island hop around Indonesia
• Discover Triton Bay and Kei Islands

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Benoa / Darwin

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This 13-day cruise from Bali to northern Australia explores the Coral Triangle’s rich biodiversity. Discover Indonesia’s cultural heritage from Sumbawa's villages to the historic Spice Islands. Highlights include Komodo National Park’s Komodo dragons, snorkeling around Flores and Alor, and diving in West Papua’s Triton Bay.

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from $10,650

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Tropical Indonesian Odyssey

Benoa - Darwin - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

• Spot Komodo dragons on Rinca
• Discover Alor's moko drums
• Walk Bali's rice terraces
• Snorkel at Kei Islands

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Benoa / Darwin

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Join a 13-day expedition cruise from Benoa, Bali to Darwin, Australia aboard Le Soleal. Visit Komodo National Park, Alor, Flores, and West Papua. Encounter wildlife, snorkel vibrant reefs, and explore remote villages shaped by centuries of culture and history.

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from $12,045

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Saltwater Country and Culture

Darwin to Cairns - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Adventurer

• Encounter Tiwi Islands communities
• View rare rock art of ships
• Encounter Gumatj people at Bawaka
• Learn about pearling history

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Darwin / Cairns

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Travel Australia’s remote northern coast on a 14-day cruise from Darwin to Cairns aboard Coral Adventurer. Visit the Tiwi Islands, Arnhem Land, and the Torres Strait. Engage with Indigenous communities, explore wetlands, view rock art, cruise wild coastlines, and experience living cultures.

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from $7,050

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Immersive Indonesia: Singapore to Australia

Singapore to Australia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Paul Gauguin

• Relax on Parai Beach
• Discover ancient Semarang
• Experience Bali’s culture
• See Komodo dragons up close

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Singapore / Darwin

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Cruise from Singapore to Darwin on a 14-day M/S Paul Gauguin adventure, visiting lively cities, beautiful beaches, and must-see spots like Bali, Komodo Island, and Timor-Leste. Relax onboard with great food, entertainment, and amazing views along the way.

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from $12,154

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Kimberley Expedition: Waterfalls & Wandjinas

Darwin - Broome - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Pursuit

• Explore Darwin’s vibrant city
• Discover King George Falls
• Visit Vansittart Bay’s art
• Witness Montgomery Reef's tides

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Darwin / Broome

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Sail on an 11-day Kimberley expedition from Darwin to Broome aboard the Seabourn Pursuit. Experience the raw, rugged beauty of Australia’s remote Kimberley coast. Encounter the towering twin waterfalls of King George River, explore ancient Gwion Gwion rock art on Jar Island, and snorkel vibrant coral reefs at Ashmore Marine Park.

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from $13,590

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New Guinea Odyssey

Darwin - Cairns - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

• Discover Papua New Guinea
• Visit the Tami islands
• Watch the Asaro Mudmen
• Swim and snorkel on beaches

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Cairns / Darwin

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Embark Le Soleal for a brand-new 17-day tropical expedition cruise to discover the sublime natural landscapes of Indonesia and Papua New Guinea, stopping in stunning ports of Banda Neira, Triton Bay, Jayapura, Kopar, Madang, and Tami Islands.

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from $9,349

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Remote Indonesia & Papua New Guinea

Lautoka - Darwin - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Pursuit

• Experience Pentecost land diving
• Witness Ambrym Rom dance
• Dive at Million Dollar Point
• Discover Asmat woodcarving culture

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Lautoka / Darwin

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Photography Seminars

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Variable

Explore remote islands and vibrant cultures on this 17-day cruise from Lautoka to Darwin aboard Seabourn Pursuit. Discover limestone caves in Fiji, witness Rom dances and land diving in Vanuatu, snorkel the pristine Conflict Islands, and visit Papua New Guinea’s historic and cultural villages. A rich journey across the South Pacific.

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from $23,714

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Remote Indonesia & Islands Of The Pacific Theatre

Darwin - Lautoka - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Pursuit

• Snorkel Raja Ampat reefs
• Birdwatch in Yenwaupnor forests
• Tour WWII sites Rabaul
• Visit Kokas rock art

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Darwin / Lautoka

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Spa Relaxation

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Variable

Explore the remote Indonesia & Islands of the Pacific Theatre on a 23-day cruise from Darwin to Lautoka aboard Seabourn Pursuit. Snorkel in Raja Ampat, explore WWII sites and witness vibrant cultures across Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu.

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