About
Orion Expedition Cruises |
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| Technically and aesthetically, Orion is arguably the most sophis-ticated vessel it its class. The Berlitz Ocean Cruising and Cruise Ships guide describes her as "the latest in the quest to build the ideal expedition cruise ship." |
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Although custom-made for exped-idition cruising, Orion is the epitome of elegance. No expense has been spared when it comes to the quality of fittings and furnishings, and the range and caliber of onboard recreational facilities are nothing short of five-star. Orion's luxurious appointments means she is more mega-yacht than cruise ship and her guests are few; around just 50 couples, all cared for in 5-star comfort by a crew of 75. Chart your own path less traveled.
Orion Expedition Cruises include exciting shore events to some of
the most remote and untouched locations in the world! Accessible by Orion's fleet of onboard Zodiacs. |
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“ISLANDS MAGAZINE
MELANESIAN DISCOVERY” |
| Expedition Package Fares |
| Stateroom-B |
$10,107 |
| Stateroom-A |
$11,739 |
| Junior Suite |
$13,940 |
| Deluxe Suite |
$15,266 |
| Balcony Suite |
$18,216 |
| Owners Suite |
$21,170 |
| (Fares are per person in USD) |
Last Minute Cruise Offer fares include FREE air from Los Angeles and luxury
accommodations in Auckland and Cairns |
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| Sail on the luxurious Orion - March 1, 2010 |
NEW ZEALAND NEW CALEDONIA VANUATU SOLOMON ISLANDS
PAPUA NEW GUINEA AUSTRALIA |
| To fulfill every island traveler's wish to take a "Trip of a Lifetime," Orion Expedition Cruises and ISLANDS magazine have teamed up to offer a custom-tailored exploration: The ISLANDS Magazine Melanesian Discovery. It will follow a unique itinerary balancing authentic cultural experiences with comfortable luxury amenities, must-see sights with stops that no other cruise has visited. Orion's expert guides and ISLANDS editor will be on hand to grant access to exclusive sites, explain special cultural demonstrations, lead once-in-a-lifetime excursions and much, much more! |
Now included in the price of your cruise:
COMPLIMENTARY and EXCLUSIVE PRE & POST
LUXURY LAND PACKAGES and FREE AIR from Los Angeles!
Value of $7,000 per couple! Itinerary as follows:
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| Feb 26 |
Depart US from Los Angeles to Auckland, New Zealand |
| Feb 28 |
Arrive New Zealand - Private transfers from the airport to the hotel |
| Feb 28 |
1 night luxury junior suite at Mollies boutique hotel in Auckland – a Relais & Chateau property
(awarded "best new small Hotel in the World" by Andrew Harper's Hideaway Report Hotel Awards). |
| Feb 28 |
Gourmet dinner in the hotel’s award winning “The Dining Room” restaurant |
| Mar 1 |
Private car & guide pick you up for a half day sightseeing of the highlights of Auckland, ending with your arrival at the ship |
| Mar 1-17 |
Orion Expedition Cruise (Auckland - Papua New Guinea) |
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Mar 1 |
Auckland, New Zealand |
| Mar 2 |
Bay of Islands, New Zealand |
| Mar 3 |
At sea |
| Mar 4 |
At sea |
| Mar 5 |
Isle of Pines, New Caledonia |
| Mar 6 |
Tanna Island, Vanuatu |
| Mar 7 |
Port Vila, Vanuatu |
| Mar 8 |
Malakula, Vanuatu |
| Mar 9 |
Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu |
| Mar 10 |
Utupua Island, Solomons |
| Mar 11 |
At sea |
| Mar 12 |
Santa Ana Island, Solomons |
| Mar 13 |
Ngella (Florida Islands) |
| Mar 14 |
Ghizo & Kennedy Islands, Solomons |
| Mar 15 |
At sea |
| Mar 16 |
Rabaul, Papua New Guinea |
| Mar 17 |
Rabaul, Papua New Guinea |
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| Mar 17 |
Morning transfers provided by Orion from the ship to the airport |
| Mar 17 |
Charter flight from Rabaul, Papua New Guinea to Cairns, Australia |
| Mar 17 |
Arrive Cairns - Private transfer from the ship to your hotel |
| Mar 17 |
1 night deluxe room at the Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina in Cairns |
| Mar 18 |
Private transfer from your hotel to the airport |
| Mar 18 |
Flight from Cairns to Los Angeles |
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