Blissful Horizon Quest – Noumea & Port Vila
About this cruise
You sail from Sydney on November 2, 2026 and spend 9 nights visiting Noumea, Mystery Island and Port Vila. It's a well-tested route and there's a reason people keep booking it. The first couple of days are at sea, which gives you time to settle in and get to know the ship before the ports begin. The distances are huge, which makes the sea days feel earned, and the ports feel worth it. Most ports give you about 9 hours, so you can do more than just tick off the main sights. As for the ship itself, Anthem of the Seas takes the food seriously, with 15 restaurants to choose from. 7 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. If you like having options (restaurants, bars, activities, entertainment), a big ship delivers that. Pro tip: fly in the day before. Sydney has plenty to offer, and you'll board relaxed instead of rushed. Being shoulder season helps: golden light, comfortable weather, and shorter queues at the popular spots. Whether you've cruised before or not, this 9-night itinerary is a genuinely good one.