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Pacific Island Hopper

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 Cruise Length
8 Days
 Cruise Starts
Brisbane
 Cruise Finishes
Brisbane
8 Day Pacific Island Hopper Itinerary (P&O Cruises)
Countries Explored: Australia, New Caledonia, Vanuatu
Ship
Ship Class
Grand Class
Passengers
2600
Crew
1,100
Launched
2021
Cruise Code
BNEBNE8.4

Overview

Begin and end your 8 day (7 night) cruise in Brisbane onboard the Pacific Encounter and enjoy exclusive savings and cruise inclusions with P&O Cruises and Global Journeys.

Cruise Itinerary

Departs: 2-3:00 PM*

Much more than just Queensland’s capital, Brisbane is a modern, cosmopolitan and must-see destination – a city of possibilities and contrasts. It has the meandering Brisbane River and Moreton Bay marine park on its door, and rugged national parks and rolling hills as its backdrop.

The Brisbane Portside Cruise Terminal’s prime location makes it perfectly easy to connect with destinations near and far. Ferries and buses to the city centre just 10-15 mins away and just 7kms from the Domestic and International Airports.

Relish the diverse dining options on board, from the main restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner to the café bistro offering meals, snacks, and barista coffees. For a more casual experience, the bistro on level five provides a relaxing atmosphere. Dining on shore is also an option in many ports, adding variety to your culinary journey.

Arrives: 1-3:00 PM* Departs: 9-10:00 PM*

The capital of New Caledonia, Noumea is a little piece of France in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. It has all the flavour and ambience of a bustling, sophisticated provincial french town with the friendly charms, adventure and heavenly climate of the pacific islands. Ships will dock at the port.

Top Things to Do on Noumea:

  • tour Noumea on the Tchou Tchou Train
  • sail to and snorkel the New Caledonia Lagoon
  • visit Amedee Island
  • explore Parc Forestier

Arrives: 8:00 AM Departs: 5:00 PM

Lifou is the largest island in the archipelago of coral atolls known as the Loyalty Islands. Long stretches of white sand beach, small coves, limestone caves, grottos and imposing cliffs give the island one of the most dramatic landscapes in the pacific. Ships will anchor offshore and tenders will be provided to the shore.

Top Things to Do in Lifou:

  • relax on Luecila or Luengoni Beach
  • visit the fossilised coral Cliffs of Jokin
  • snorkel at Jinek Bay Marine Reserve
  • visit a vanilla plantation
  • visit Hnathalo & learn about Melanesian culture

Arrives: 8:00 AM Departs: 5:00 PM

In Port Vila, Vanuatu's energetic capital, you'll be greeted by friendly Bislama-speaking locals and street-side markets. The city is perfectly located around a beautiful harbour and still holds a touch of French influence in the form of bistros and murals. Ships will dock at the port.

Top Things to Do in Port Vila:

  • Sail to Dream cove for a snorkel adventure
  • visit the Cascade Waterfalls
  • take a buggy on an off-road adventure
  • join a thrilling jet boat ride in Port Vila's bay waters
  • zip-line through the jungle

Indulge in the ultimate relaxation at the top deck, featuring a spacious Jacuzzi and comfortable loungers perfect for soaking up the sun. Enjoy panoramic views and unwind at the sky bar with refreshing cocktails. The observation deck offers a serene space to read, make yourself a coffee, or grab snacks and drinks while enjoying the ocean views.

Arrives: 6:00 AM

If you're heading home or continuing to explore more of Australia, Brisbane's Portside Cruise Terminal is just 7kms from the domestic and international airport. Brisbane's city centre is just 10-15 mins away if you're planning to explore the city.

Note: Ship ports may not be located in the starting & ending cities listed. Port and transfer details will be provided in your travel documentation. The provided itinerary is for informational purposes only. Activities and sightseeing attractions listed may not be available or achievable within the time in port. * Arrival and/or departure times vary depending on cruise departure date, so we have provided an indicitive range.

Life Onboard Pacific Encounter

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P&O's Pacific Encounter

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Something for Everyone!
Something for Everyone!

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Onboard Activities
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Nightlife
Nightlife

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Dining
Dining

Three stylish, a la carte restaurants and nine casual eateries are included in your cruise fare. Read more

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Pacific Encounter Reviews (17) View All Most Recent 'Pacific Encounter' Reviews

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Relaxing stress free cruise 0 , New Zealand, Jan 2025
Had a great first cruise. Our main concern was traveling with our son who is Coeliac, the team catered for him extremely well. Nothing was ever an issue, the staff were educated on food safety and we felt very reassured. They had different fryers/separate toasters/tongs for each dish - so no concerns of cross contamination. During the day we could ...read more be as busy or relaxed as we the mood took us. Always something to do. Traveling with 4 teenage/adult children they all had a fantastic time also. Looking forward to our next trip!
PNG Cruise   0 , VIC, Australia, Oct 2024
Tracey was amazing. She enabled a worry free cruise experience from the very beginning of the process until the end. Keeping me well informed and up to date with changes. I would highly recommend the PNG cruise, one of the few ways to experience what is uncharted paradise to our north. Beautiful people, scenery and amazing history. As a destination, ...read more it may not be as finessed as other, more popular destinations in the pacific region but it is certainly worth the visit.
Whitsundays Cruise 0 , QLD, Australia, Oct 2024
For our 1st ever cruise it was a wonderful learning curve finding and exploring our way through the ship and its activities and amenities. The journey sampling the many choices for dining on board was exceptional with the outstanding staff and service, highlighted by the celebrity restaurant where we celebrated Sandra's Birthday along with Thomas Gamble ...read more ( Chief of Security) who became a great ex service friend after a chance meeting while boarding the ship. Tracy's assistance, at Global Journeys, throughout this experience was a great joy for us both.
Loved PNG. Did not love the boat. 1 , Australia, Aug 2024
I felt the boat is looking old. The food offered not good quality. Or variety. There is plenty of food but rarely anything fresh and often. Cool to warm. Rather than hot. All staff were excellent, on board and off. Entertainment was limited to very basic, except for a very articulate and interesting historian who presented 3 talks on PNG. I loved ...read more visiting PNG.
Cruise 0 , NSW, Australia, Aug 2024
Ziggy and myself went for a 4 day break and rest. The Blanc de Blanc show was fabulous and so was the ship’s company show - very professional. Things to do during the day and plenty of nightlife. Had a very nice four days. Thank you
Pacific encounter 5 , QLD, Australia, Mar 2024
Fantastic trip, everything is perfect. There are so many shows and the services were good. Food was delicious. We will join again next time.

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