Tahiti, Hawaii & South Pacific Crossing
- 13 Apr ‘26
- 22 nights
- Departing from Auckland, New Zealand
- Grand Princess
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YOUR ITINERARY
Auckland, New Zealand - Bay of Islands - Cross International Dateline - Pago Pago - Tahiti (Papeete), French Polynesia - Moorea - Honolulu - Kahului - Los Angeles
Straddling a narrow isthmus created by 60 different volca...
Straddling a narrow isthmus created by 60 different volcanoes, New Zealand’s former capital boasts scenic beauty, historical interest and a cosmopolitan collection of shops, restaurants, museums, galleries and gardens. Rangitoto, Auckland’s largest and youngest volcano, sits in majestic splendor just offshore. Mt. Eden and One Tree Hill, once home to Maori earthworks, overlook the city. One of New Zealand’s fine wine districts lies to the north of Auckland.
Auckland served as New Zealand’s capital from 1841 until 1865, when the seat of government moved to Wellington.
The Bay of Islands offers more than broad vistas of sea an...
The Bay of Islands offers more than broad vistas of sea and sky, more than beaches, boating, and fabulous water sports. The Bay is the birthplace of modern New Zealand. Here the Treaty of Waitangi was signed, establishing British rule and granting the native inhabitants equal status. Rich in legend and mystery, the Bay of Islands has age-old ties to the Maori and to whalers, missionaries and New Zealand’s early settlers.
The Bay of Islands has lured explorers for countless centuries. The Maori say that Kupe, the great Polynesian adventurer, came here in the 10th century. Captain Cook anchored offshore in 1769, followed by assorted brigands, traders, colonists and missionaries.
Note: Bay of Islands is an anchorage port. Passengers transfer to shore via ship’s tender.
The International Date Line is an imaginary line ext...
The International Date Line is an imaginary line extending from the North Pole to the South Pole through the Pacific Ocean. It serves as the 180th meridian of longitude, and is used to designate the beginning of each calendar day. As you know, each adjacent time zone on the map has an hour time difference. However, at the International Date Line, +12 hours and -12 hours meet, bringing about a 24-hour time change. So while a person standing just to the west of the line may be celebrating Christmas Eve at 6 pm, someone just to the east will already be sitting down to Christmas dinner on December 25th. Therefore, when your ship crosses this line heading west, a day is added, and while crossing in an easterly direction, a day is subtracted. Crossing the International Date Line has long been a rite of passage for sailors, who often must participate in a line-crossing ceremony to become part of the sacred “Order of the Golden Dragon”, an honorary naval fraternity.
Pago Pago Bay is one of the most dramatic harbors in the So...
Pago Pago Bay is one of the most dramatic harbors in the South Pacific, a region known for dramatic landscapes. Eons ago, the massive seaward wall of a volcano collapsed and the sea poured in. Today, dramatic mountain peaks encircle the deep harbor.
The capital of American Samoa, Pago Pago is more village than city. The town is dominated by looming Mt. Pioa, whose summit draws moisture-bearing clouds, earning it the nickname of “The Rainmaker.” Indeed, Pago Pago draws more than its fair share of rain – the island of Tutuila is a vision of deep, verdant green.
Pronounced “Pango Pango,” this island paradise awaits exploration.
Tahiti is not just an island – Tahiti has always...
Tahiti is not just an island – Tahiti has always been a state of mind. The bustling capital of Tahiti and her islands, Papeete is the chief port and trading center, as well as a provocative temptress luring people to her shores. Immortalized in the novel “Mutiny on the Bounty,” who could blame the men of “HMS Bounty” for abandoning their ship in favor of basking in paradise? And what would Modern Art be without Tahiti’s influence on Gauguin and Matisse? Today the island is a charming blend of Polynesian “joie de vivre” and Gallic sophistication. But venture out from Papeete and you find a landscape of rugged mountains, lush rainforests, cascading waterfalls and deserted beaches.
Contrasting with other French Polynesian ports, Papeete’s coastline initially greets you with a vista of commercial activity that graciously gives way to both black and white-sand beaches, villages, resorts and historic landmarks.
Mo’orea is a South Pacific island, part of F...
Mo’orea is a South Pacific island, part of French Polynesia’s Society Islands archipelago. It’s known for its jagged volcanic mountains and sandy beaches. In the north, Mount Rotui overlooks picturesque Ōpūnohu Bay and the settlements around Cook’s Bay. Inland, hiking trails wind through rainforest on the slopes of Mount Tohivea.
Home to nearly half a million people, Honolulu is Haw...
Home to nearly half a million people, Honolulu is Hawaii’s state capital and only major city. The city of Honolulu and the island of Oahu offer a wealth of historic, cultural and scenic attractions. Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head are two of the city’s enduring symbols. Pearl Harbor, site of the USS Arizona Memorial and the “Punchbowl,” are haunting reminders of the tragic events of December 7, 1941, when the Japanese surprise attack on Pearl Harbor forced America into World War II. Honolulu is also home to the historic Iolani Palace, the official residence of Hawaii’s last royals. Beyond the city lie tropical rain forests, the Pali Lookout and the North Shore known for its surfing beaches.
Maui has always occupied a special place in the hearts of Hawai...
Maui has always occupied a special place in the hearts of Hawaiians. The great warrior King Kamehameha, who united the islands under his rule, chose to make Lahaina his capital and Ka’anapali was once the favorite playground of Hawaiian royalty. And no wonder – Maui boasts stunning landscapes and superb beaches. Mt. Haleakala, a dormant volcano, rises 10,000 feet above the Pacific Ocean. Once hailed as “The Valley of the Kings,” Maui’s Iao Valley is a tropical paradise dominated by the Needle, a volcanic monolith towering over the valley floor. Then there is Lahaina, once home to a royal court and a raucous port-of-call enjoyed by 19th-century Yankee whalers.
Haleakala means “The House of the Sun.” To the Hawaiians, it appeared that the sun both rose from and set in the depths of its massive crater. Today, the centerpiece of Haleakala National Park, it is one of Maui’s major attractions.
The City of Angels always hovers between dream and realit...
The City of Angels always hovers between dream and reality. Once a near-forgotten colonial outpost, the pueblo metamorphosed into an agrarian paradise before reinventing itself as a movie colony. Perhaps no other city owes so much to the technological innovations of the 20th century, from the automobile to the airplane. Little wonder that LA is oft described as the “dream machine.” In LA, reinvention is a way of life. Yet this talent for change has created a city with a rich ethnic diversity and a sizzling culture. LA is the source for trends that migrate across the country and then the world. Where else can you enjoy a Thai taco or munch on a kosher burrito? Or travel from downtown’s high rises to the beaches of Malibu, shopping in Beverly Hills along the way?
Los Angeles is a port of embarkation and disembarkation for some cruises.
YOUR SHIP - The Grand Princess
With brand new top deck dining venues, Slice Pizzeria, The Mix, Salty Dog Grill and Coffee & Cones you’ll have even more tantalizing options to choose from during your stay on board Grand Princess. Relax at The Sanctuary, a tranquil haven reserved for adults, enjoy Movies Under the Stars poolside or see an award-winning Broadway-style production show in the upgraded Princess Theater, showcasing an even more immersive audio experience.
With brand new top deck dining venues, Slice Pizzeria, The Mix, Salty Dog Grill and Coffee & Cones you’ll have even more tantalizing options to choose from during your stay on board Grand Princess. Relax at The Sanctuary, a tranquil haven reserved for adults, enjoy Movies Under the Stars poolside or see an award-winning Broadway-style production show in the upgraded Princess Theater, showcasing an even more immersive audio experience.
9-hole Mini Golf
Card Room
Golf Simulator
Library
Nightclub
Shuffle Board
Swim-against-the-current lap pool
Art Gallery
Atrium
Boutique
Conference Facilities
Future Cruise Sales
Photo Gallery
ScholarShip@Sea
Shops
Shore Excursion Office
Wedding Chapel
Wheel House
Wrap Around Promenade Deck
Writing Room
Beauty Salon
Hot Tubs
Lotus Spa
Lotus Spa
Splash Pool
Terrace Pool
The Sanctuary(adults only)
Fitness Center
Gym
Jogging Track
Ocean View Gymnasium
Sports Court
Yoga
24-hour Room Service
Bacchus Bar
Botticelli Dining Room
Crooners Bar
Crown Grill
Da Vinci Dining Room
Explorers’ Lounge
Grill
Horizon Court
Ice Cream Bar
International Cafe
Lounge
Michelangelo Dining Room
Pizzeria
Poseidon’s Pizzeria
Prego Pizzeria
Promenade Lounge and Bar
Sabatini’s Italian restaurant
Snooker’s Cigar Bar
Snooker’s Cigar Bar
Sterling Steakhouse
Trident Grill
Ultimate Balcony Dining
Vines Wine & Seafood Bar
Wheelhouse Bar
Wine bar
Children’s Play Area
Cinema
Explorers Lounge
Movies Under the Stars outdoor theater
Princess Theatre
Show Lounges
Skywalkers Nightclub
Description
With brand new top deck dining venues, Slice Pizzeria, The Mix, Salty Dog Grill and Coffee & Cones you’ll have even more tantalizing options to choose from during your stay on board Grand Princess. Relax at The Sanctuary, a tranquil haven reserved for adults, enjoy Movies Under the Stars poolside or see an award-winning Broadway-style production show in the upgraded Princess Theater, showcasing an even more immersive audio experience.
Recreational
9-hole Mini Golf
Card Room
Golf Simulator
Library
Nightclub
Shuffle Board
Swim-against-the-current lap pool
Other
Art Gallery
Atrium
Boutique
Conference Facilities
Future Cruise Sales
Photo Gallery
ScholarShip@Sea
Shops
Shore Excursion Office
Wedding Chapel
Wheel House
Wrap Around Promenade Deck
Writing Room
Relaxation
Beauty Salon
Hot Tubs
Lotus Spa
Lotus Spa
Splash Pool
Terrace Pool
The Sanctuary(adults only)
Fitness
Fitness Center
Gym
Jogging Track
Ocean View Gymnasium
Sports Court
Yoga
Food and Drink
24-hour Room Service
Bacchus Bar
Botticelli Dining Room
Crooners Bar
Crown Grill
Da Vinci Dining Room
Explorers’ Lounge
Grill
Horizon Court
Ice Cream Bar
International Cafe
Lounge
Michelangelo Dining Room
Pizzeria
Poseidon’s Pizzeria
Prego Pizzeria
Promenade Lounge and Bar
Sabatini’s Italian restaurant
Snooker’s Cigar Bar
Snooker’s Cigar Bar
Sterling Steakhouse
Trident Grill
Ultimate Balcony Dining
Vines Wine & Seafood Bar
Wheelhouse Bar
Wine bar
Entertainment
Children’s Play Area
Cinema
Explorers Lounge
Movies Under the Stars outdoor theater
Princess Theatre
Show Lounges
Skywalkers Nightclub