Bali
Bali 10/11/2025
Arrive in Bali, where you are met and transferred to your luxurious beachfront resort. Tonight, join your fellow guests and A&K’s Expedition Team for a welcome dinner.
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10/11/2025 |
10/11/2025 |
Bali
Bali 10/12/2025
Bali’s rich culture and deep spirituality play out across this “Island of the Gods.” Today, you might explore the central highlands, the emerald Jatiluwih Rice Terraces, the region’s stunning temples or the beaches of Bukit Peninsula. Return to your luxury resort for an evening at leisure.
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10/12/2025 |
10/12/2025 |
Denpasar
Denpasar 10/13/2025
Head to Denpasar, Bali’s lively capital. Here, discover the lotus throne of Jagatnatha Temple and the fortifications of Jro Kuta Palace. Later, board your luxury expedition cruiser.
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10/13/2025 |
10/13/2025 |
Satonda Island
Satonda Island 10/14/2025
Cruise to Indonesia’s Lesser Sunda Islands, coming ashore at Satonda, a secluded island paradise formed from the caldera of an ancient volcano. Here, swim or snorkel the peaceful crater lake and learn its moving Indigenous origin story, a tragic tale involving the tears of a forlorn king.
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10/14/2025 |
10/14/2025 |
Komodo
Komodo 10/15/2025
Renowned for its namesake dragons, Komodo National Park beguiles visitors with its striking pink sands, sweeping coastal terrain and dazzling marine life. Once ashore, track the seldom-encountered Komodo dragon with your naturalist guide. Then, enjoy an opportunity to snorkel or dive the biodiverse reefs offshore.
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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Komodo Dragon Adventure with Pink Beach – 4 hours - Komodo
Highlights:
- During your half-day adventure, you’ll take an approximately 30 minute moderately active trek through the dry, tropical grasslands to a viewing point for a look at these massive creatures, later, you’ll cool off in the sparkling waters of nearby Pink Beach.
- After boarding the tender, you’ll cruise across the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean to Komodo Island.
- Once you step off at the park’s entrance, you’ll be met by a friendly English-speaking guide and a park ranger who will share their intimate knowledge of the park as you head out on an approximately 30 minute moderately active walk.
- After arriving at the viewing point have your camera ready, a Komodo dragon or two may make an appearance.
- To experience this undersea phenomenon for yourself you’ll return to the jetty for the transfer by boat to Pink Beach where you can swim and dive in the inviting waters (snorkelling gear will be provided).
- Then, take in the splendid views as your boat glides through the ocean on your return trip to your ship with wonderful memories to share both with passengers and family back home.
Tour Duration: 4 hours
Tour can operate: Morning
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Physical Activity Level: Moderate
Inclusions:
- Pick up/ Drop off at Loh Liang Jetty
- National Park Entrance Fees, English speaking guide assistance
- Soft drinks / mineral water / refreshments
- Snorkeling equipment
Not Included:
- Personal expenses, telephone, laundry service, tips and gratuities, personal travel insurance
- All services which are not mentioned on the program above.
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10/15/2025 |
10/15/2025 |
Alor Island
Alor Island 10/16/2025
Cruise amid the white sand beaches and clear bays of the Alor archipelago, coming ashore on the island of Alor to visit the Indigenous Takpala peoples’ local village, museum and market. Alternatively, don your scuba gear for a remarkable diving adventure in the pristine waters of the Alor archipelago.
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10/16/2025 |
10/16/2025 |
At Sea
At Sea 10/17/2025
Enjoy a relaxing day of onboard programming, including lectures from your Expedition Team.
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10/17/2025 |
10/17/2025 |
Maluku Islands
Maluku Islands 10/18/2025
Sail to the spice islands of Maluku’s Banda archipelago, the only source of nutmeg and mace in colonial times. Come ashore on Banda Island to explore its eclectic architecture, or snorkel or dive the spectacular reefs offshore.
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10/18/2025 |
10/18/2025 |
Maluku Islands
Maluku Islands 10/19/2025
Continue to the southeastern Maluku Islands and the the Kai archipelago, heading ashore to relax on pristine white-sand beaches, or swim or snorkel its azure waters.
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10/19/2025 |
10/19/2025 |
West Papua
West Papua 10/20/2025
Cruise to West Papua, Indonesia’s easternmost enclave. West Papua comprises roughly half the landmass of New Guinea Island and harbors an astounding wealth of biodiversity both onshore and off. Embark on a Zodiac excursion to the Mommon Peninsula and Kiti-Kiti Waterfall, its breathtaking falls cascading from a tropical rainforest into the open sea below. Later, cruise to the remote island of Karas for an afternoon of swimming or diving.
Le Jacques Cartier
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10/20/2025 |
10/20/2025 |
Triton Bay
Triton Bay 10/21/2025
Continue east to Triton Bay, a world-renowned dive site harboring the planet’s greatest biodiversity of fish and coral species. Here, dive into an aquatic paradise of pygmy seahorses, marlin, sweetlips and soft corals. Additionally, embark on a Zodiac excursion of the bay’s magnificent rainforest-capped karst formations.
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10/21/2025 |
10/21/2025 |
Agats
Agats 10/22/2025
Arrive in Agats, the capital of South Papua’s Asmat Regency. This culturally diverse region harbors some 44 Indigenous tribes that remain largely isolated from the modern world. Here, experience a traditional war canoe greeting and browse the crafts of local artisans.
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10/22/2025 |
10/22/2025 |
At Sea
At Sea 10/23/2025
Unwind aboard at the pool or spa, pausing for enriching lectures about the Great Barrier Reef.
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10/23/2025 |
10/23/2025 |
Thursday Island
Thursday Island 10/24/2025
Today, you might follow in Captain James Cook’s footsteps as you land on the Australian soil of Thursday Island, a former pearl-diving boomtown and an enduring enclave of Indigenous culture.
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10/24/2025 |
10/24/2025 |
At Sea
At Sea 10/25/2025
Enjoy a relaxing day cruising the Coral Sea. Conditions permitting, pause to snorkel or dive a magnificent reef.
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10/25/2025 |
10/25/2025 |
Lizard Island
Lizard Island 10/26/2025
A jewel of the Great Barrier Reef, Lizard Island dazzles with rugged mountains, glistening beaches and vibrant marine life. Here, relax on a secluded beach, swim in the lagoon, join a nature walk, or snorkel or dive the reef.
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10/26/2025 |
10/26/2025 |
Cairns
Cairns 10/27/2025
Disembark in Cairns, where you are transferred to the airport for your homebound departure or continue on to join the post-tour extension.
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10/27/2025 |
10/27/2025 |
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