Seabourn Quest: 35-Night from Miami - January 5, 2027

With 13 hours hours in Guayaquil (Quito), Ecuador - from 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM - you have a full day ashore with room to breathe. Go beyond the typical tourist stops: neighborhoods, local dining, and cultural sites that most cruise visitors never reach. Leave time for unstructured wandering. Light clothing, sun protection, and water are essential due to the heat and humidity.

As a smaller vessel, the Seabourn Quest means a quicker disembarkation in Machala, Ecuador - fewer passengers funneling through the gangway gets you off the ship faster. Keep in mind that other, larger ships may be in port the same day, so pre-booking excursions or transportation is still a smart move. The central market in Machala is a vibrant hub where locals sell fresh produce, seafood, and tropical fruits.

Your cruise ends in Callao (Lima), Peru, where the Seabourn Quest 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. Spanish colonial architecture, pre Columbian heritage, and contemporary art all coexist here.

Your cruise departs from Callao (Lima), Peru on the Seabourn Quest. We strongly recommend flying in the day before - flight delays and cancellations happen, and the ship won't wait. Use the extra time to explore Callao (Lima), Peru and start your trip relaxed. Complete your online check-in before arrival. Food lovers are especially drawn to Lima, widely regarded as one of the culinary capitals of the world, where fresh seafood, bold flavors, and inventive chefs shine.

As a smaller vessel, the Seabourn Quest means a quicker disembarkation in General San Martin, Peru - fewer passengers funneling through the gangway gets you off the ship faster. Keep in mind that other, larger ships may be in port the same day, so pre-booking excursions or transportation is still a smart move. The Paracas National Reserve is the main attraction and showcases the meeting of desert and sea.

Arriving in Iquique, Chile at 12:00 PM with only 6 hours hours before your 6:00 PM departure is a tight window. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the safest play here - you'll get priority disembarkation, and the ship will wait for its own excursions to return. Focus on one or two experiences close to the port. Baquedano Street is the historic heart of Iquique and a pleasant place to explore on foot.

Your cruise ends in Easter Island, Chile, where the Seabourn Quest is scheduled to dock at 7:00 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. Wear sun protection and sturdy shoes for uneven ground.

Your cruise departs from Easter Island, Chile on the Seabourn Quest. We strongly recommend flying in the day before - flight delays and cancellations happen, and the ship won't wait. Use the extra time to explore Easter Island, Chile and start your trip relaxed. Complete your online check-in before arrival. Beyond the icons, the island offers rugged scenery, caves, lava fields, and strong Polynesian traditions that are still alive today.

As a smaller vessel, the Seabourn Quest means a quicker disembarkation in Nuku Hiva Marquesas - fewer passengers funneling through the gangway gets you off the ship faster. Keep in mind that other, larger ships may be in port the same day, so pre-booking excursions or transportation is still a smart move. The Vaipo Waterfall trail leads through lush jungle, over streams, and past ancient ruins to reach one of the tallest waterfalls in French Polynesia.

Your ship arrives in Atuona, Marquesas, French Polynesia at 8:00 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. Atuona is the final resting place of artist Paul Gauguin and singer Jacques Brel, both drawn here by the island's intensity and isolation.

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Fakarava, Tahiti, from 9:00 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. Snorkeling in Fakarava is exceptional, even close to shore.

As a smaller vessel, the Seabourn Quest means a quicker disembarkation in Rangiroa, Tahiti - fewer passengers funneling through the gangway gets you off the ship faster. Keep in mind that other, larger ships may be in port the same day, so pre-booking excursions or transportation is still a smart move. Explore Rangiroa's famous Blue Lagoon, home to colorful coral gardens, tropical fish, and gentle sharks.

Your cruise ends in Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia, where the Seabourn Quest is scheduled to dock at 9:00 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.

Your cruise ends in Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia, where the Seabourn Quest is scheduled to dock at 7:00 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.