Riviera: 14-Night Cruise from Honolulu - October 5, 2026

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Nawiliwili, Kauai, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. The Wailua River is one of Kauai's most scenic waterways.

The Riviera is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Hilo, Hawaii are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. A drive from Hilo takes you into one of the most powerful landscapes on earth.

Your ship arrives in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii at 7:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass.

You'll have 8 hours hours to explore Nuku Hiva Marquesas, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. The Vaipo Waterfall trail leads through lush jungle, over streams, and past ancient ruins to reach one of the tallest waterfalls in French Polynesia.

The Riviera is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Rangiroa, Tahiti are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. Explore Rangiroa's famous Blue Lagoon, home to colorful coral gardens, tropical fish, and gentle sharks.

Your ship arrives in Raiatea, French Polynesia at 10:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Take guided boat tours or kayak through Raiatea's crystal clear lagoons.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Huahine, French Polynesia, from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Ancient temples sit beside modern homes and fishing boats still shape daily routines.

The Riviera is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Bora Bora, French Polynesia are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. Snorkeling in Bora Bora's lagoon is an unforgettable experience thanks to calm conditions and remarkable visibility.

Your cruise ends in Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia, where the Riviera is scheduled to dock at 5:00 AM. On a smaller ship, the disembarkation process moves quickly - most passengers are off within one to two hours. If you're flying out, book your flight at least four hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. Cruise ships dock at Papeete's main port, within easy walking distance of the city center.