Heritage Expeditions has revealed three new island-hopping voyages exploring Asia and the South Pacific aboard the luxurious expedition flagship Heritage Adventurer.
Heritage Expeditions Commercial Director and Expedition Leader Aaron Russ said,
“The new voyages, Undiscovered Philippines & Indonesia, Asian Island Odyssey and Grand Pacific Odyssey brought a trifecta of exciting, authentic expedition itineraries well-off traditional tourist routes to the expedition cruise market.
“These voyages have been specially designed for cruise enthusiasts and adventurers, allowing our intrepid guests the opportunity to explore incredible pristine island paradises tucked away in some of the most biodiverse regions on the planet.
“Not only are these islands home to rare and endangered wildlife, but these remote tropical outposts also boast incredible natural history, UNESCO World Heritage Sites and conservation sanctuaries and reserves.
“Others blend rich human history including the Spice Trade and World War II with ancient cultures and customs, which all makes for unforgettable adventures.”
Guests have the option to explore from the luxury of the ship, cruising poolside aboard Heritage Adventurer, by a fleet of 14 Zodiacs and by foot on special landings.
Undiscovered Philippines & Indonesia, departing 27 June 2023, visit the ‘Whale Shark Capital of the World’ and the ‘eighth wonder of the world’ on Bohol Island, the Spice Islands, the ‘mother of all living coral reefs’, wildlife encounters and cultural exchanges during the 14-day voyage.
Prices start from US$8,975 per person
Asian Island Odyssey, departing 14 June 2023, will sail from Osaka, Japan, through the Philippines and Indonesia before arriving in Darwin, Australia. Explore the eco-paradise of Yakushima Island, the white sand beaches and coral gardens of Amami Oshima, Hualien’s Taroko National Park and Marble Gorge, Batan Island’s WWII history, Vigan’s fascinating architecture, the idyllic isles of Hundred Islands National Park and much more on this 27-day voyage.
Prices start from US$17,950 per person
Grand Pacific Odyssey departing 20 March 2023 from New Zealand to Japan will explore reef-fringed tropical islands, visit historic sites, experience forgotten cultures and enjoy wildlife encounters.
An alternative itinerary to Heritage Expeditions’ world-renowned birding voyage Western Pacific Odyssey, crossing both the Tropics of Capricorn and Cancer and the Equator.
Prices start from US$10,680 per person
Travel is aboard the 140-guest expedition Heritage Adventurer.
The ship is well suited to Polar exploration having held records for the most northern and southern Arctic and Antarctic navigations.
All prices quoted are based on triple share accommodation with meals, house beer, wine and soft drinks with lunch and dinner.
Also included are Zodiac excursions, guided nature tours, and one-night hotel accommodation (incl. dinner/breakfast) for Asian Island Odyssey & Undiscovered Philippines & Indonesia only, pre, and post-cruise transfers.
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