| Cruise line | Royal Caribbean |
|---|---|
| Ship | Anthem of the Seas |
| Duration | 19 nights |
| Port calls | 6 |
| From fare | $1,399 per person |
| Year built | 2015 |
| Guests | 4825 |
| Cabins | 2091 |
| Crew | 1300 |
| Length | 348 m |
| Beam | 49 m |
| Cruising speed | 22.0 kn |
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Oahu Island Hawaii Cruise from Honolulu to Sydney — 20 Days
19 nights · Oahu Island Hawaii · Departs Honolulu (USA) · Visiting Papeete, Moorea Island, Raiatea Island, Tauranga, Sydney · Aboard Royal Caribbean on the Anthem of the Seas
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Day 1
Honolulu, USA
Honolulu brings the Pacific to your doorstep, with Oahu’s volcanic ridges rising behind a busy harbor. From the cruise pier, historic downtown and Iolani Palace are close; Waikiki’s beaches and Diamond Head lie farther east. Set aside time for Pearl Harbor, where the USS Arizona Memorial gives the islands’ modern history unmistakable weight. Then explore Chinatown’s markets and restaurants, or take a scenic drive along Oahu’s southeastern coast.
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Day 7
Papeete
Papeete is French Polynesia’s lively capital, set on Tahiti’s northwest coast beneath green volcanic peaks. Its waterfront, central market and shaded streets offer a vivid introduction to island life. Browse the Marché de Papeete for vanilla, pareos and tropical fruit, then pause over poisson cru, Tahiti’s lime-and-coconut-marinated fish. Beyond town, black-sand beaches and waterfalls await, while ferry links make Moorea an easy day trip. Papeete rewards a few hours on foot—and a longer look at Tahiti.
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Day 8
Moorea Island
Moorea’s jagged volcanic peaks rise above a lagoon so clear that the reef appears close enough to touch. A short ferry ride from Tahiti, this Society Islands destination offers a quieter, greener counterpoint to Papeete. Follow the coast past pineapple fields and small villages. Then climb to Belvedere Lookout for broad views of Cook’s and Opunohu bays. Swim, snorkel or take a lagoon cruise; Moorea rewards unhurried exploration as much as adventure.
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Day 9
Raiatea Island
Raiatea is French Polynesia’s sacred island, where history still shapes the landscape. At Taputapuātea, a UNESCO World Heritage site, stone marae overlook the lagoon and speak to the island’s spiritual importance. The lagoon draws sailors and snorkellers, while inland, Mount Temehani shelters the rare tiare apetahi, found nowhere else. Raiatea offers a quieter, more grounded view of the Society Islands, best explored slowly by boat or on foot.
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Day 16
Tauranga
Tauranga opens onto the Bay of Plenty, where a working harbour meets long beaches and a distinctly easy pace. At Mount Maunganui, climb Mauao’s well-marked paths for sweeping views across the coast and harbour. In Tauranga, discover Māori and maritime stories, or browse cafés along the waterfront. Rotorua’s geysers, hot pools and Māori cultural experiences make a rewarding inland excursion, about an hour away by road.
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Day 20
Sydney, Australia
From the water, Sydney’s harbour frames the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and ferries crossing between historic quays. Beyond the waterfront, central Sydney pairs nineteenth-century buildings with contemporary architecture and leafy streets. Walk the Royal Botanic Garden for harbour views, or take a ferry to Manly for a coastal perspective. Allow time to explore The Rocks, where the city’s colonial beginnings meet galleries, cafés and a lively weekend market.
Anthem of the Seas Cruises
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- 12 Days Sydney, Australia Round Trip
- 13 Days Sydney, Australia Round Trip
- 16 Days One-Way from Sydney to Honolulu
- 19 Days One-Way from Honolulu to Sydney
- 4 Days Sydney, Australia Round Trip
- 5 Days Sydney, Australia Round Trip
- 7 Days One-Way from Vancouver to Seward
- 8 Days One-Way from Seward to Vancouver
- 8 Days One-Way from Vancouver to Seward
- 8 Days Seattle, USA Round Trip
- 8 Days Vancouver, Canada Round Trip
- 9 Days One-Way from Honolulu to Vancouver
- 9 Days One-Way from Vancouver to Honolulu
- 9 Days Sydney, Australia Round Trip
- 10 Days Sydney, Australia Round Trip
- 10 Days Vancouver, Canada Round Trip
Published August 6, 2026
Last updated October 12, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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