Bali finale with temples, rice terraces, Ubud culture, beach resorts, and strong post-cruise stay options.
Quiet north Bali call for Lovina coast, waterfalls, traditional villages, and low-crowd cultural touring.
Gateway to Mount Bromo volcano landscapes, Tengger villages, and dramatic crater excursions.
Restful cruising day allowing recovery after early excursions and smooth positioning east to west.
Remote national park archipelago with pristine reefs, snorkeling, white-sand beaches, and a true expedition feel.
Photogenic granite-boulder beaches, clear waters, heritage lighthouse visits, and relaxed island exploration.
Historic maritime corridor offering narration, enrichment, and visual interest during transit.
Nestled off the eastern coast of Peninsular Malaysia, Tioman Island is a tropical paradise where emerald rainforests meet crystal-clear waters teeming with vibrant marine life.
Iconic skyline city with Marina Bay, Gardens by the Bay, hawker culture, and vibrant evening experiences.
UNESCO heritage trading port with Dutch Square, riverside cafés, Peranakan culture, and easy walking touring with strong local food.
Gateway to Kuala Lumpur for Petronas Towers, Batu Caves, vibrant markets, and a high-energy city day tour.
Fringed by palm-lined beaches and tranquil emerald waters,
UNESCO old town packed with street art, clan houses, temples, and Malaysia’s best food scene, with a great evening atmosphere.
Overnight
Tropical island mix of beaches, mangrove eco-cruises, the Sky Bridge cable car, and relaxed resort-style time ashore.
Dramatic limestone coast for longtail-boat island hopping, Railay Beach, snorkeling, and upscale beach clubs with a “wow” seascape.
Overnight - Old Town culture, luxury spas, beach clubs, and day trips to Phi Phi Islands or Phang Nga Bay, plus lively evening options.
Remote Indonesian gem for crystal-clear diving/snorkeling, volcanic scenery, rainforest hikes, and laid-back beach cafés at the gateway to the Andaman Sea.
Long-range positioning day ideal for onboard enrichment, spa, and relaxed cruising pace.
Best used as a safari gateway: Yala NP leopard drives, Bundala birdlife, rural Sri Lanka scenes, and coastal landscapes.
Vibrant city call for temples, markets, and colonial-era neighborhoods, with optional day trips inland (tea country / cultural triangle options).
Atmospheric Kerala port with Fort Kochi heritage lanes, Chinese fishing nets, backwaters cruise, Kathakali performance, and spice/tea influences.
Extended time enables deeper Kerala touring, evening cultural shows, and relaxed waterfront dining before departure.
Reset day between India and Maldives, perfect for wellness programming and lectures on Indian Ocean trade routes.
Maldives gateway for luxury resort day passes, lagoon snorkeling, sandbank picnics, and speedboat/seaplane overwater experiences.
Overnight supports full resort programs, sunset cruises, and flexible logistics for guests splitting between lagoon and city touring.
Onboard enrichment
Seychelles “wow” stop: Vallée de Mai coco de mer forest, Anse Lazio beach time, snorkeling, and optional La Digue pairing.
iconic barefoot island day with bicycles, granite boulders at Anse Source d’Argent, beach swims, and relaxed Creole charm into the evening.
Grand finale in Seychelles with markets, botanical gardens, rum/spice experiences, and beach time at Beau Vallon plus easy air connections.
Late night stay
Seychelles “wow” day: Vallée de Mai (coco de mer forest), Anse Lazio beach, snorkeling, and optional La Digue add-on by fast boat.
Reset day for onboard enrichment, spa, and positioning between Seychelles and the northern Madagascar region.
Wild landscapes and bays: Amber Mountain NP (waterfalls/lemurs), Three Bays beach run, and dramatic viewpoints over one of the world’s great natural harbors.
Tropical Malagasy island life: ylang-ylang plantations, Lokobe Reserve, Nosy Komba lemurs, and beach clubs/snorkeling.
French-flavored Indian Ocean stop with a protected lagoon: glass-bottom boat/snorkel, Saziley Beach, cultural market strolls, and lagoon wildlife spotting.
Positioning day before Tanzania; good for lectures on Swahili coast history and reef ecology.
UNESCO Swahili Coast ruins and a true hidden gem: guided walk through sultanate-era stone city remains and atmospheric island village life.
Gateway port for big-ticket safaris and culture: Saadani NP (closest safari option), city museums/markets, and optional Zanzibar-style coastal day trips.
Spice Island magic: Stone Town (UNESCO), spice farm tour, dhow sunset sail, beach resort day, and snorkeling/diving on nearby reefs.
Historic Swahili-Arab coastal powerhouse: Fort Jesus (UNESCO), Old Town alleys, beach escapes to Diani/Watamu, and longer-option safaris for top-tier programs.
Always Included
Government Taxes and Fees per guest are included in Cruise Fares. Trip delay and medical evacuation coverage included at no additional cost.
Exclusively on Polar Expeditions
Cultural immersion
Private charter jet service with private group transfers*
Enrichment lectures and destination briefings
Shore landings led by expert field guides
Escorted sightseeing safaris by Zodiac
Polar plunge
Atlas Ocean Voyages parka and vest
Use of knee boots
1-night pre-cruise hotel stay*
1-night post-cruise hotel stay on select Antarctica expeditions
*Available on Antarctica and select Arctic expeditions
Exclusively on Epicurean Expeditions
Cultural immersion includes culinary experience ashore, such as local market visits, specialty tastings and more
Josper Grill Dining Experience at 7AFT Grill
Culinary presentations and wine tastings
Cooking demonstrations and cuisine tastings
Events hosted by a Tastes & Traditions Expert on select expeditions
Atlas Ocean Voyages backpack
Exclusively on Cultural Expeditions
Cultural immersion
Enrichment programs and workshops on select expeditions
Authentic, local experiences and on board events on select expeditions