Discover the tribal traditions, natural wonders and exotic, paradisiacal shores of Indonesia, Papua and Australia. Exploring with A&K’s remarkable Expedition Team, enjoy nature walks, local village visits, Zodiac excursions, and opportunities to snorkel and scuba dive. Experience stunning Komodo National Park and its rare dragon; West Papua’s brilliant marine ecosystems, the storied spice islands of Maluku and Banda; and astonishing Great Barrier Reef.
OCT 20
OCT 21
OCT 22
OCT 23–24
OCT 25
OCT 26
OCT 27–28
OCT 29
OCT 30
OCT 31
NOV 1–2
NOV 3
NOV 4
NOV 5
OCT 20
Arrive in Bali, where you are met and transferred to your beachfront hotel. Tonight, join fellow guests and A&K’s Expedition Team for a welcome dinner.
Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay
Meals: Dinner
OCT 21
Bali’s rich culture, spiritual influence and vibrant geology play out across the “Island of the Gods.” Enjoy your choice of excursions, with options that include a full day exploring Bali’s central highlands, an area famous for its stunning lakes and hills. Visit the Royal Temple of Mengwi, reach Mount Batukaru and trek through the picture-perfect Jatiluwih Rice Terraces. Alternately, enjoy an insightful day through other natural and cultural highlights, such as Lake Batur and Kehen Temple, drive to Bukit Peninsula to experience some of Bali’s idyllic beaches and visit Uluwatu Temple or explore the best of Bali in a 4x4 vehicle. Each experience includes a lunch of delightful Balinese specialties. Return to your luxury resort and enjoy the evening at leisure.
Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
OCT 22
After breakfast and time at leisure, depart your hotel for lunch and a tour of lively Denpasar. Visit Jagatnatha Temple, which is dedicated to the supreme Hindu god Sanghyang Widi Wasa and features a seven-tiered padmasana (lotus) throne. Shop the Pasar Kreneng Market with its tukang sun (women carrying baskets on their heads) and see the unique Balinese architecture of Jero Kuta Palace. Later, board your luxury expedition cruiser, your home for the next 14 nights.
'Le Laperouse'
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
OCT 23–24
UNESCO-designated Komodo National Park is one of the world’s greatest natural treasures — not just for its protected Komodo dragons, but also for its striking coastal terrain and spectacular marine ecosystem. Spend the next two days exploring the park and getting to know its rare and fierce Komodo dragons. Believed to be an ancestor of a prehistoric lizard, the carnivorous giant monitor lizard has thrived here for millions of years, can reach up to 11 feet in length and is surprisingly agile. Pink sands, hills and deep valleys — the park’s dramatic landscape formed by ancient volcanic activity sets the stage for truly wondrous marine discoveries and some of the world’s best dive sites. Conditions permitting, partake in water activities that include swimming, snorkeling and scuba diving. The next day, choose from a selection of guided treks in the park to spot Komodo dragons in action.
'Le Laperouse'
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
OCT 25
The Alor archipelago is stunning with its white-sand beaches and clear bays, and today you explore its namesake island. Largely uninhabited, this “Island of a Thousand Mokos” (ancient kettledrums) boasts many splendors, including the unique culture of its highland people and a world-class underwater paradise. Choose a visit with the indigenous Takpala in their traditional village, followed by time in Kalabahi to explore a local museum and the town market. Alternatively, and conditions permitting, don your scuba gear for a remarkable diving adventure in the Alor archipelago, known for its pristine waters and variety of brilliant sea creatures.
'Le Laperouse'
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
OCT 26
Recharge from the last four days of adventure with a relaxing day aboard your luxury expedition ship. Sample the variety of onboard programming, and enjoy ample opportunities for lectures and informal conversation with the members of your Expedition Team.
'Le Laperouse'
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
OCT 27–28
The legendary and rarely visited Spice Islands boast coral reefs, lush jungles and volcanic peaks. Enjoy two days of exploration beginning in Maluku’s Banda archipelago, once the only source of nutmeg and mace, and a fabled prize of colonial powers. Conditions permitting, snorkel amid a reef covered entirely in live coral. You may also opt to explore Banda on a walking tour with a local guide, discovering the eclectic architecture, charming culture and history of what is arguably the most fascinating of all the Spice Islands. The next day, indulge in the beauty of the postcard-perfect tropical paradise of Kei Island with a leisurely day at one of its endless white-sand beaches, and, conditions permitting, opportunities to swim and snorkel in its rich waters.
'Le Laperouse'
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
OCT 29
West Papua is known for its natural scenery and dive sites, and Triton Bay is the star of the show. Among three regions considered to be the epicenter of the Coral Triangle, Triton Bay is home to more fish and coral species than anywhere else on the planet — among them pygmy seahorses, marlin, sweetlips and soft coral. Conditions permitting, you may snorkel and dive. Look forward to an equally impressive Zodiac excursion in its magnificent rainforest-capped Karst formations.
'Le Laperouse'
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
OCT 30
On this day spent at sea, balance your time between engaging with new friends and lectures given by your Expedition Team.
'Le Laperouse'
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
OCT 31
Arrive in Agats, the capital of Papua’s Asmat Region, long fabled as the ancient realm of cannibals, headhunters and Asmat warriors. Dubbed the “Land of a Thousand Cultures,” the region harbors some 44 tribes completely isolated from the modern world and more than 700 languages. Opt to experience a traditional war canoe greeting and make time to browse artisan crafts of the Asmat people, or choose a guided walking tour of Agats.
'Le Laperouse'
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
NOV 1–2
Unwind and enjoy a day at sea, perhaps with time at the pool or spa or on your private deck. If time allows after clearing customs, arrive where Captain Cook did on a Thursday in 1770: Thursday Island, the smallest of the Torres Strait Islands on Australia’s most northerly frontier. A once-thriving pearl-diving industry has since disappeared, but Thursday Island remains intimately tied to and shaped by rich Asian cultures, traditions and cuisine.
'Le Laperouse'
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
NOV 3
Soak in your experience with unhurried time at sea, sharing in conversations with your Expedition Team and favorite moments at dinner with friends.
'Le Laperouse'
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
NOV 4
The northernmost resort island on the Great Barrier Reef, rugged Lizard Island is a national park dominated by mountainous terrain, glistening beaches and dazzling reefs for snorkeling and diving. The island is sacred to the Dingaal people, who hold hunting ceremonies here. Choose to relax on a secluded beach and swim the Blue Lagoon or join a guided nature walk, where you may spy prolific birdlife and the goanna lizard, for which the island is named. Alternatively, and conditions permitting, snorkel and scuba dive amid the staggering diversity of Australia’s incomparable, UNESCO-listed Great Barrier Reef.
'Le Laperouse'
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
NOV 5
Bid farewell to your crew, Expedition Team and fellow guests before disembarking in Cairns, gateway to Queensland. Transfer to the airport for your flight home or continue on your post-tour extension.
Meals: Breakfast
Begin your Indonesian adventure with three nights at a luxury resort in the cultural heart of Bali, experiencing Balinese culinary treasures and visiting local villages, rice paddies and temples.
4 days from $3,795 per person
Single Supplement from $2,195 per person
OCT 17
Arrive in Bali and transfer to your luxury resort set in a tropical rainforest. Meet your guide for a welcome cocktail reception before enjoying dinner on your own.
Four Seasons Bali at Sayan
OCT 18
Encounter the essence of eastern Bali with a day of discovery in fairy tale Karangasem with its soaring volcanic mountains and inspiring temples. Visit the traditional village of Penglipuran, known for its unique architectural traditions, and then drive into the highlands to Bali’s mother temple, Besakih. Explore the temple and its 23 monuments while learning about the island’s rich spiritual culture. Enjoy lunch with views of terraced rice fields and Mount Agung before a visit to peaceful Sidemen, where you discover beautiful landscapes and the art of traditional weaving. Next, visit Bali’s smallest regency of Klungkung to experience its local market and elaborate, historic Klungkung Palace. Return to your hotel to enjoy dinner and the evening as you wish.
Four Seasons Bali at Sayan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
OCT 19
Today, choose from two experiences. Opt to embark on a culinary adventure featuring a hands-on cooking class at a local restaurant with a Balinese chef. Prepare a variety of authentic dishes, learn about prized spices and traditional Balinese cooking techniques, and then feast on the lavish spread you have prepared together. Alternatively, immerse yourself in the island’s caffeinated culture with an-depth coffee excursion. Spend the morning exploring an organic coffee plantation in the highlands, witnessing traditional roasting methods and sampling a fresh cup; then have lunch together with the farmers at the village community house before a visit to a coffee studio in Ubud for an expert led, hands-on coffee workshop. As the day comes to a close, return to your hotel for dinner at your leisure.
Four Seasons Bali at Sayan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
OCT 20
Spend the morning at leisure. This afternoon, check out of your hotel and join your main Luxury Expedition Cruise program.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Extend your time in Cairns, experiencing some of Queensland’s most impressive natural wonders, including Kuranda National Park and Daintree Rainforest.
4 days from $3,995 per person
Single Supplement from $1,095 per person
NOV 5
Disembark and join your local guide for exploration in Australia’s famous Kuranda rainforest. Experience a specially arranged visit with koalas and see kangaroos, cassowaries, wombats and crocodiles. After lunch, stroll the markets of picturesque Kuranda village and experience a unique rail journey through the famed rainforest. Later, transfer to your luxury hotel, ideally situated on the esplanade in Cairns. The rest of your day is at leisure.
Crystalbrook Riley
Meals: Lunch
NOV 6
Drive north today for a guided adventure in Daintree National Park, a wildly biodiverse rainforest set on the coast in the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area. On the way, stop at Mossman Gorge for a privately guided dreamtime walk with a member of the local Aboriginal tribe, followed by traditional bush tucker morning tea. Visit a private tropical garden in the heart of the rainforest and take a fascinating interpretive tour with its passionate founders. Later, visit a gallery in Mossman and take part in an Aboriginal art workshop, learning the stories of this rich culture and creating your own souvenir. Return to Cairns, where you enjoy dinner at your leisure.
Crystalbrook Riley
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
NOV 7
Today, the glorious Coral Sea is calling with a Great Barrier Reef experience. Joined by local experts, embark on a semi-sub boat tour for a view of the reef at Michaelmas Cay, where you enjoy snorkeling in the cay’s protected waters and admire the region’s bird life. Later, return to your hotel to relax and enjoy the evening as you wish.
Crystalbrook Riley
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
NOV 8
After breakfast, transfer to Cairns airport for your return flight home.
Meals: Breakfast
Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay
'Le Laperouse'
