Fijian Island Cruise - Escape to Paradise

2027

10 DAY FULLY INCLUSIVE TOUR

THURSDAY 27TH MAY TO SATURDAY 5TH JUNE


BULA - welcome to Fiji and your unforgettable Fijian adventure! Discover the stunning beauty of Fiji as we cruise from the palm-fringed Mamanucas to the dramatic Yasawa Islands and the crystal-clear Blue Lagoon. Immerse yourself in island life with traditional kava ceremonies, cultural performances and village feasts. Relax on a private beach, enjoy a lovo dinner under the stars and explore hidden gems like Lo’s Tea Shop. Learn local crafts, cook traditional dishes and meet the vibrant marine life — from colourful reef fish to majestic manta rays. Or… just relax and chill out! The choice is yours! Get ready for a tropical escape filled with culture, connection and pure paradise!



TOUR HIGHLIGHTS


Nadi, Local Market, Garden of the Sleeping Giant, Mondriki Island, Village of Soso, Village Church Service, Sacred Islands, Blue Lagoon, Nanuya Lailai Island, Meke Performance, Lo’s Tea House, Sawa-I-Lau Caves, Yagona (Kava) Ceremony and Local School.

CRUISE
Blue Lagoon Cruises - MV Yasawa Princess II


ACTIVITY LEVEL - MODERATE

Our moderate tours are for those comfortable with a bit more movement while still enjoying a relaxed pace, our moderate tours may include air travel and a mix of touring styles. You may be required to: Embark and disembark the coach unassisted, Negotiate some steps and gentle, undulating paths, Embark and disembark watercraft and other vehicles via stairs, Negotiate a flight of stairs (the vessel has handrails), Manage uneven ground such as sand, pebbles or gravel, Handle different climates, including heat and humidity, Walk through international airports with the support of an O’Shannessy’s Tour Director and Manage long haul flights.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


WELCOME

O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours believes that discovering new destinations is one of life’s most profound experiences, where the magic of each place is felt not only through the eyes but also through the heart. Our own tour designers have researched this tour with our O’Shannessys’ passengers in mind. The MV Yasawa Princess II is new to the fleet in 2026 and will be your home away from home throughout your cruise—except each morning, whereby you'll wake up in a different stunning location. With 75 years of experience cruising Fiji’s islands, we know the best spots to explore, and who better to show you these idyllic islands than the Fijian crew themselves? The all-Fijian team, with a high crew-to-guest ratio, ensures you'll receive attentive, personalized service. You'll quickly be greeted by name, and everywhere you go, you'll be welcomed with a warm ‘BULA’.


WEATHER

May-June is one of the best times to visit the Yasawa Islands. It's the dry season, with warm days, lower humidity and plenty of sunshine.

Expect daytime temperatures around 26–29°C, nights around 20–23°C, sea temperatures of 25–27°C.


TOUR COSTS

Twin Share Room First Tour: $10,380 per person
Twin Share Room Repeat Traveller 2 - 10 Tours: $10,280 per person
Twin Share Room Repeat Traveller 11 - 20 Tours: $10,230 per person
Twin Share Room Repeat Traveller 21+ Tours: $10,180 per person
Single Room Supplement: $3,890 per person


Please note a deposit of $1,200 per person is required upon booking.
 

As a thank you for travelling with O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours, you will automatically receive a saving on the total tour price for your second and subsequent tours.


O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours will match single travellers who wish to twin share with another single traveller of the same gender.

However, if this is not possible, you will need to pay the Single Room Supplement.


If you are willing to twin share but are a smoker, have a CPAP machine or snore, you will need to pay a single supplement for a sole use room.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

​O'Shanessy's Quality Tours can provide travel insurance quotes through Nib Insurance. Travel insurance is not compulsory, however the Australian Government (see www.smarttraveller.gov.au) recommends all travellers no matter where you are going, obtain comprehensive travel insurance from a reputable provider at the time the balance of the tour is to be paid. It may enable you to claim back the cost of your tour if you are unable to travel or must cancel at late notice.

​Always read the PDS provided, to ensure the cover meets your needs.

MAP


MULTIPLE NIGHT STAYS
7 nights aboard MV Yasawa Princess II


ACTIVITY LEVELS
For those comfortable with a bit more movement while still enjoying a relaxed pace, our moderate tours may include air travel and a mix of touring styles.


Please refer to the activity levels below.


ACTIVITY LEVELS

ITINERARY

  • DAY 1: Thursday 27th May, 2027

    MELBOURNE TO NADI, FIJI


    Welcome to our fabulous holiday to beautiful Fiji. With chauffeured pickup from home, we

    transfer to Melbourne International Airport where we meet our Tour Managers and fellow

    travellers, ready to board our direct flight to Nadi, Fiji. On arrival, we are welcomed and

    transferred to our overnight accommodation. We’ll get to know each other over a light

    supper at the hotel before heading to bed.


    Refreshments and lunch inflight


    OVERNIGHT: Tanoa International Hotel, NADI


  • DAY 2: Friday 28th May, 2027

    NADI SIGHTS AND SAIL TO MODRIKI ISLAND


    Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, we check out and spend the morning exploring Nadi township. First we visit a local market where you can see how the locals shop. Then we visit a temple and also the beautiful Garden of the Sleeping Giant, to view some of the 2,000+ orchids, plus many native plants, all set in a tranquil setting. This afternoon, we drive to Port Denarau in time to board Blue Lagoon Cruise ship M.V. Yasawa Princess II, heading for the outer Mamanuca Islands. The first overnight anchorage is the secluded Modriki Island, the location for the Tom Hanks movie, Cast Away. After a quick swim or walk at the beach, enjoy a complimentary glass of sparkling wine and canapes as you watch the sunset on the Sky Deck. The a-la-carte Captain’s Welcome Dinner is followed by entertainment from the talented singing and guitar-playing crew.


    OVERNIGHT: M.V. Yasawa Princess II


  • DAY 3: Saturday 29th May, 2027

    SOSO BAY


    This morning, weather permitting, there is an opportunity to swim with reef sharks at an

    ocean reef enroute to our next destination. After lunch, see what island village life is like

    when we visit the chiefly village of Soso followed by afternoon tea on the beach. This

    evening, we’ll feast on a traditional Indian Thali buffet dinner, followed by an extravaganza of Bollywood dancing movies.


    OVERNIGHT: M.V. Yasawa Princess II


  • DAY 4: Sunday 30th May, 2027

    NAUKACUVU ISLAND


    Sunday is a day of rest in Fiji. After breakfast attend a village church service, then enjoy lunch and watch the view as we cruise southward. Head to shore this afternoon for some beach time. Tonight’s dinner is a South Pacific themed buffet and after dinner, get to know your fellow cruise passengers and team up for Fiji style bingo in the Lounge Bar.


    OVERNIGHT: M.V. Yasawa Princess II


  • DAY 5: Monday 31st May, 2027

    SACRED ISLANDS AND YALOBI BAY


    This morning the vessel will anchor at the stunning Sacred Islands, where you’ll feel as

    though your lost in paradise. The backdrop of the neighboring Waya Lailai volcanic

    formations is breathtaking. Enjoy the morning on the beach with your packed picnic lunch, swimming, snorkeling and relaxing. In the afternoon, we part from the Sacred Islands bound for our overnight anchorage in Yalobi Bay. Join the chef this afternoon to learn how to make the Roti in Lolo dish. Watch the sunset and enjoy tonight’s a-la-carte Captains Dinner. After dinner, get ready for our Song Facts quiz night.


    OVERNIGHT: M.V. Yasawa Princess II


  • DAY 6: Tuesday 1st June, 2027

    BLUE LAGOON, NANUYA LAILAI ISLAND


    Our destination today is the famed Blue Lagoon, a superb stretch of water ringed by pretty islands. Blue Lagoon Cruises has its very own private beach here at Nanuya Lailai Island where we anchor close to the beach and tie up to a coconut tree. Jump off the back into the turquoise waters or take a tender boat to shore where our full bar awaits you. You’ll dine on the beach all day today, including morning and afternoon tea, a buffet-style lunch, and a traditional Lovo meal cooked underground for tonight’s dinner under the stars. Tonight enjoy a special traditional Meke performance by local villagers.


    OVERNIGHT: M.V. Yasawa Princess II


  • DAY 7: Wednesday 2nd June, 2027

    SAWA-I-LAU


    This morning you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views of the Blue Lagoon if you join our easy 40-minute guided walk to the other side of the island, to visit Lo’s Tea House. Afterward, take a final dip in the Blue Lagoon before we depart the area. Lunch is served on board as we cruise north for a guided visit to the amazing Sawa-I-Lau Caves. The village of Tamusua welcomes us for a Yagona (Kava) ceremony, a guided walk around their village and a village style seafood dinner.


    OVERNIGHT: M.V. Yasawa Princess II


  • DAY 8: Thursday 3rd June, 2027

    DRAWAQA ISLAND


    This morning there is an optional excursion to the local island school before cruising to

    Drawaqa Island. Here, we’ll be joined on board by a marine biologist for a presentation on the local marine life and the volunteer conservation work carried out in the area. You may have the opportunity to snorkel with the magnificent manta rays. Dinner this evening is a BBQ on the Sky Deck (weather permitting) served under the stars. Tonight, our last night together on board, we party Fiji style!


    OVERNIGHT: M.V. Yasawa Princess II


  • DAY 9: Friday 4th June, 2027

    PORT DENARAU AND NADI


    Enjoy breakfast onboard as we cruise back to Port Denarau. Back at port, we’ll be serenaded with the traditional Isa Lei farewell song by the crew as our exploration of Yasawa Islands comes to an end. Our bus transfer will take us to our accommodation in Nadi, allowing time to relax this afternoon at our hotel.


    OVERNIGHT: Tanoa International Hotel, NADI


  • DAY 10: Saturday 5th June, 2027

    NADI TO MELBOURNE


    An early start this morning transferring to the Nadi International Airport for our direct flight

    home to Melbourne. After completing Customs and Immigration with our tour director, our chauffeurs will be waiting for us in the arrival lounge. We’re sure you will arrive home with a sense of well-being, appreciation and love for beautiful Fiji.


    Breakfast and refreshments inflight


TOUR INCLUSIONS


Complimentary Chauffeur Driven Transfers

Victorian passengers from Greater Melbourne, Bendigo, Torquay, Ballarat, Geelong, the Bellarine and Mornington Peninsulas, Phillip Island and selected areas of Gippsland will be picked up and returned home in a private chauffeured vehicle by one of our professional drivers. For passengers not within this pick up zone, or our interstate passengers, a quote can be provided for home pickup in extended areas.


Flights

Economy International flights from Melbourne to Nadi, Fiji and return with Fiji Airlines. All fares include transfers and taxes. Please contact our office to enquire about upgrades to Business Class or Premium Economy, if available.


Friendly Tour Directors

Enjoy peace of mind with O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours, where our dedicated tour director will escort from Melbourne to ensure your travel experience is as comfortable and memorable as possible. From start to finish, they’re there to assist, guide and take care of every detail. Relax and enjoy the experience without a worry.


Quality Touring Coach

Quality air-conditioned touring coach and local English speaking tour guide.


Quality Accommodation

Enjoy the best available ensuite hotel accommodation and luxury ensuite cabins each night, ensuring a restful journey.


All Gratuities

All gratuities are included for Drivers and Guides, venues and porterage whilst travelling with the group.


Small Tour Group Guarantee

There will be a maximum of 20 participants on this tour.


Meals

Meals include 8 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 9 dinners and inflight meals.


Visas

Australian citizens do not require a tourist visa to enter Fiji. If you do not hold an Australian passport, please check visa requirements with your local consulate; responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveller.


TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE



  • Items of a personal nature and any optional extras
  • Passport - a valid national passport is required for all international holidays, with a minimum validity of 6 months after return.
  • Travel Insurance is mandatory for international travel. If you would like a quotation for travel insurance, please contact our office on 1800 354 352.


DISCLAIMER


O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours:

  • Advises the airline reserves the right to amend their schedule and airfares without notice.
  • Advises price is effective for the dates specified but may be subject to change without notice.
  • Advises passengers require a current Passport to travel overseas with a minimum validity of 6 months after return.
  • Advises non-Australian Passport holders to check re-entry Visa requirements.
  • Reserves the right to vary the itinerary in any way at any time deemed necessary.
  • Accepts no responsibility for damage or loss of personal belongings and suggests that suitable Insurance be effected for protection of the same.
  • Accepts no responsibility or liability for delays, accidents, injury, irregularity or damage caused by other transport/touring companies used as part of this tour.
  • Reserves the right to change accommodation at any time without notice.


PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION POLICY


Receipt of payment of funds will be taken as acceptance of O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours conditions of travel for this tour.

Prices include GST and all taxes.


Deposit is fully refundable until 101 days prior to departure date.

Balance due on invoice.


Cancellation within 100 days of tour departure date: No refund

Cancellation on or after tour departure date: No refund


If a tour is cancelled for any reason by O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours before the departure date, all passengers will be offered the option of transferring to another tour of their choice, hold the funds in trust for a future tour or a full refund. There is no time limit as to when this must be used. The Australian Government (see www.smarttraveller.gov.au) recommends all travellers no matter where you are going, obtain comprehensive travel insurance from a reputable provider. It may enable you to claim back the cost of your tour if you are unable to travel or have to cancel at late notice. Always read the PDS provided, to ensure the cover meets all of your needs. We are able to provide travel insurance through Nib Insurance.


If you would like a quote for travel insurance, please call our office on 1800 354 352.