Riviera itinerary map for October 5, 2026
Riviera
Riviera
October 5, 2026
14 Night Polynesian Playgrounds

Riviera October 5, 2026

The Riviera October 5, 2026 cruise departs from Honolulu, Oahu. On this 14 Night Polynesian Playgrounds (Honolulu To Papeete) sailing, the Riviera will visit a total of 10 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Monday, Oct 5th and returns on Monday, Oct 19th, 2026.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Honolulu
Oahu
Port Stops
10
Sea Days
5
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Riviera · October 5, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Riviera cruise ship departing October 5, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $3,999 ($286 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $4,313 ($309 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 7%.

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Cruise Itinerary Map

Riviera · October 5, 2026

The Riviera sails on October 5, 2026 for a 14 Night Polynesian Playgrounds (Honolulu To Papeete). The ship will depart the port of Honolulu, Oahu at 9:00 PM and will return to the port of Papeete, Tahiti on Oct 19th at 8:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the Riviera will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Polynesian Playgrounds (Honolulu To Papeete)

  • OCT05
    Honolulu, Oahu
    Honolulu, Oahu
    A: — - D: 9:00 PM
  • OCT06
    Nawiliwili, Kauai
    Nawiliwili, Kauai
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT07
    Hilo, Hawaii
    Hilo, Hawaii
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • OCT08
    Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
    Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT09
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT10
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT11
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT12
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT13
    Nuku Hiva, Marquesas
    Nuku Hiva, Marquesas
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT14
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT15
    Rangiroa, French Polynesia
    Rangiroa, French Polynesia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT16
    Raiatea, French Polynesia
    Raiatea, French Polynesia
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 9:00 PM
  • OCT17
    Huahine, French Polynesia
    Huahine, French Polynesia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT18
    Bora Bora, French Polynesia
    Bora Bora, French Polynesia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • OCT19
    Papeete, Tahiti
    Papeete, Tahiti
    A: 8:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

October 5, 2026 · 14 Night Polynesian Playgrounds (Honolulu To Papeete)

Honolulu, Oahu
Day 1•Monday, Oct 5

Honolulu, Oahu

Arrival: —•Departure: 9:00 PM

Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii, offers docking at Honolulu Port. Travelers explore Pearl Harbor and Waikiki Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Hanauma Bay. Local markets sell poke. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic memorials and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes loco moco, a Hawaiian favorite. Souvenirs, like aloha crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Honolulu’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Hawaiian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic beaches, making Honolulu an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Nawiliwili, Kauai
Day 2•Tuesday, Oct 6

Nawiliwili, Kauai

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Nawiliwili, Kauai, Hawaii, offers docking at Nawiliwili Port. Travelers explore Waimea Canyon and Na Pali Coast. Excursions include snorkeling at Tunnels Beach. Local markets sell shave ice. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rugged cliffs and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes kalua pork, a Hawaiian favorite. Souvenirs, like kukui nut crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance canyon hikes. Nawiliwili’s natural charm offers a vibrant Hawaiian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of dramatic landscapes and marine adventures, making Nawiliwili an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Hilo, Hawaii
Day 3•Wednesday, Oct 7

Hilo, Hawaii

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Hilo, Hawaii, offers docking at Hilo Port. Travelers explore Rainbow Falls and Volcanoes National Park. Excursions include snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay. Local markets sell poke. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures lava fields and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes loco moco, a Hawaiian favorite. Souvenirs, like macadamia crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Hilo’s natural charm offers a vibrant Hawaiian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Hilo an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
Day 4•Thursday, Oct 8

Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, offers docking at Kailua-Kona Port. Travelers explore Hulihe‘e Palace and Kona Coffee farms. Excursions include snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay. Local markets sell poke. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic beaches and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes loco moco, a Hawaiian favorite. Souvenirs, like Kona coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Kailua-Kona’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Hawaiian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural heritage and scenic beaches, making Kailua-Kona an engaging destination. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 5•Friday, Oct 9

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 6•Saturday, Oct 10

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 7•Sunday, Oct 11

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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At Sea
Day 8•Monday, Oct 12

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Nuku Hiva, Marquesas
Day 9•Tuesday, Oct 13

Nuku Hiva, Marquesas

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Nuku Hiva, Marquesas, French Polynesia, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with tenders to Taiohae Bay. Travelers explore ancient tiki statues and Hatiheu’s archaeological sites. Excursions visit Taipivai Valley’s jungles. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for exploration. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Pacific shores. Dining onboard includes poisson cru, a Polynesian dish. Souvenirs, like carved tikis, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Marquesan culture. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance jungle hikes. Nuku Hiva’s wild beauty offers a serene Marquesas stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient heritage and tropical landscapes, making Nuku Hiva an engaging destination for exploring Polynesian history.

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At Sea
Day 10•Wednesday, Oct 14

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Rangiroa, French Polynesia
Day 11•Thursday, Oct 15

Rangiroa, French Polynesia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Rangiroa, French Polynesia, offers docking at Avatoru Port. Travelers explore Tiputa Pass’ coral reefs and pearl farms. Excursions include snorkeling in the Blue Lagoon. Local markets sell poisson cru. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for marine tours. Photography captures turquoise atolls and marine life. Dining onboard includes mahi-mahi, a Polynesian favorite. Souvenirs, like black pearls, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian ecology. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Rangiroa’s lagoon allure offers a vibrant Polynesian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine adventures, pearl culture, and atoll beauty, making Rangiroa an engaging destination for exploring French Polynesia’s natural wonders.

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Raiatea, French Polynesia
Day 12•Friday, Oct 16

Raiatea, French Polynesia

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 9:00 PM

Raiatea, French Polynesia, offers docking at Uturoa Port. Travelers explore Taputapuatea’s UNESCO marae and vanilla plantations. Excursions include snorkeling at Motu Iriru. Local markets sell poisson cru. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for island tours. Photography captures sacred sites and lagoon vistas. Dining onboard includes poulet fafa, a Polynesian favorite. Souvenirs, like black pearls, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Raiatea’s cultural allure offers a vibrant Polynesian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of sacred heritage, scenic lagoons, and island culture, making Raiatea an engaging destination for exploring French Polynesia’s beauty.

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Huahine, French Polynesia
Day 13•Saturday, Oct 17

Huahine, French Polynesia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Huahine, French Polynesia, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with tenders to coral beaches. Travelers snorkel vibrant reefs and visit Fare’s markets. Excursions explore Maroe Bay’s archaeological sites. Local markets sell vanilla. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather. Photography captures turquoise lagoons and Polynesian villages. Dining onboard includes poisson cru, a Polynesian dish. Souvenirs, like pareos, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian culture. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Huahine’s idyllic beauty offers a serene Polynesian stop, blending marine life with cultural heritage.

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Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Day 14•Sunday, Oct 18

Bora Bora, French Polynesia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Bora Bora, French Polynesia, offers docking at Vaitape Port with tenders to shore. Travelers explore Matira Beach and Mount Otemanu. Excursions include lagoon snorkeling. Local markets sell poisson cru. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes poulet fafa, a Polynesian favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Bora Bora’s island charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning lagoons and scenic beaches, making Bora Bora an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Papeete, Tahiti
Day 15•Monday, Oct 19

Papeete, Tahiti

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: —

Papeete, Tahiti, offers docking at Papeete Port. Travelers explore Point Venus and Bougainville Park. Excursions include snorkeling at Moorea’s lagoon. Local markets sell poisson cru. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures black-sand beaches and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes poulet fafa, a Tahitian favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Papeete’s island charm offers a vibrant French Polynesian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic lagoons, making Papeete an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Weather Forecast

Riviera - October 5, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Honolulu, Oahu

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October

Typical Weather

86°F

Average High

72°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.09in

Daily average

2.9 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

Itinerary Safety Rank
83 / 100
safer than 83% of all cruises
83
8
/ 10
Honolulu, Oahu
Honolulu
Travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas, secure belongings, and exercise caution, especially after dark, to ensure safety.
9
/ 10
Nawiliwili, Kauai
Nawiliwili
Nawiliwili is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against vehicle break-ins and outdoor hazards.
9
/ 10
Hilo, Hawaii
Hilo
Hilo is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, but travelers should be aware of minor theft risks and geological hazards.
9
/ 10
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
Kailua-Kona
Kailua-Kona is generally safe for travelers, but standard precautions against property crime and theft are still recommended.
7
/ 10
Nuku Hiva, Marquesas
Nuku Hiva
Nuku Hiva is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance in crowded areas and precautions due to limited emergency services are advised.
8
/ 10
Rangiroa, French Polynesia
Rangiroa
Rangiroa is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant about marine hazards and limited emergency services.
9
/ 10
Raiatea, French Polynesia
Raiatea
Raiatea is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, allowing travelers to explore its natural beauty and culture with confidence.
9
/ 10
Huahine, French Polynesia
Huahine
Huahine is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, though travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and practice water safety.
9
/ 10
Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Bora Bora
Bora Bora is a safe travel destination with a low crime rate, allowing tourists to enjoy its landscapes and culture with peace of mind.
8
/ 10
Papeete, Tahiti
Papeete
Papeete is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.

Cruise Ship

Riviera

⚓ Tonnage

66,000

vs avg 42,200

🛠️ Year Built

2,012

vs avg 2,003

📏 Length (ft)

824

vs avg 671

👥 Passenger Count

1,258

vs avg 882

The Riviera has a construction date of 2012 and a total size of 66,000 gross tons. The ship measures 824 feet in length. Riviera is included in Oceania’s Oceania class. At full capacity, the Riviera holds 1,258 passengers. That includes 458 cruise vacationers and 800 staff members. The Riviera total number of staterooms is 0.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Riviera sailing on October 5, 2026?

This is a 14-night cruise itinerary departing from Honolulu, Oahu.

What ports does the Riviera visit on the October 5, 2026 cruise?

This route includes honolulu-oahu, nawiliwili-kauai, hilo-hawaii, kona-hawaii, nuku-hiva-marquesas, rangiroa-french-polynesia, raiatea-french-polynesia, huahine-french-polynesia, bora-bora-french-polynesia, papeete-tahiti.

How many sea days are included on this Riviera October 5, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 5 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Riviera sailing on October 5, 2026?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

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