Seabourn Quest
January 17, 2027

Callao, Lima, Peru, docks at Callao Port, 12 kilometers from Lima’s center, with taxis for 20-minute rides. Lima, population 9 million, features Plaza de Armas and the 16th-century cathedral. Travelers visit Larco Museum for pre-Columbian artifacts. Local markets sell ceviche. Excursions to Pachacamac, 45 minutes south, explore Inca ruins. Peak season December to March; taxis 10-20 PEN. Dining includes lomo saltado at Miraflores cafes. Souvenirs feature alpaca textiles.

Genoa, Italy, has docking at Genoa Port. Travelers explore the historic Porto Antico and Palazzi dei Rolli. Excursions visit Cinque Terre’s colorful villages. Local markets sell focaccia. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather. Photography captures medieval streets and Ligurian coastlines. Dining onboard includes pesto pasta, a Genoese specialty. Souvenirs, like ceramic tiles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime history. Light clothing suits the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Genoa’s rich history and coastal charm offer a vibrant Italian stop, immersing travelers in its cultural legacy.

Iquique, Chile, has docking at Iquique Port. Travelers explore Cavancha Beach and historic Baquedano Street. Excursions visit Humberstone’s UNESCO-listed nitrate mines. Local markets sell alpaca wool. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather. Photography captures desert landscapes and Pacific shores. Dining onboard includes pastel de choclo, a Chilean dish. Souvenirs, like lapis lazuli crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Atacama history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Iquique’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Chilean stop, blending history with beach relaxation.

Easter Island, Chile, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with tenders to Hanga Roa. Travelers explore Rapa Nui’s moai statues. Excursions visit Orongo’s ceremonial village. Local markets sell stone carvings. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather. Photography captures volcanic craters. Dining onboard includes ceviche. Souvenirs, like moai replicas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing suits tropical conditions. Easter Island’s mysterious statues offer a unique Pacific experience.

Returning to Easter Island — see Day 11 above for port info.

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.

Atuona, Hiva Oa, Marquesas, anchors offshore with tenders to the harbor, a village of 2,000. Travelers visit the Paul Gauguin Cultural Center, detailing the artist’s 1901-1903 stay. The Tahauku Valley, 10 minutes east, offers petroglyph hikes. Local markets sell copra oil. Excursions to Puamau, 1 hour north, explore tiki statues. Peak season May to October; taxis 1,000-2,000 XPF. Dining includes poisson cru at beach shacks. Souvenirs feature carved tikis.

Fakarava, Tuamotu Archipelago, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with zodiacs to coral beaches. Travelers snorkel UNESCO-listed reefs, spotting blacktip sharks. Excursions visit pearl farms, showcasing Polynesian craftsmanship. Local markets sell fresh coconuts. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather. Photography captures turquoise lagoons and atoll sunsets. Dining onboard features poisson cru, a local delicacy. Souvenirs, like black pearls, are available in ship shops. Briefings emphasize reef conservation. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Snorkeling gear enhances underwater exploration. Fakarava’s pristine atolls offer a serene Polynesian escape, blending vibrant marine life with tranquil island beauty, inviting travelers to immerse in the Tuamotu’s unspoiled paradise.

Avatoru, Rangiroa, French Polynesia, anchors offshore with tenders to the pass, a village of 800. Travelers snorkel the Tiputa Pass for manta rays and reef sharks. The Gauguin’s Pearl Farm, 10 minutes east, offers tours. Local markets sell monoi oil. Excursions to the Blue Lagoon, 1 hour by boat, provide picnics. Peak season May to October; taxis 1,000 XPF. Dining includes poisson cru at beach shacks. Souvenirs feature shell necklaces.

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.

Returning to Papeete — see Day 23 above for port info.