A rare 14-night expedition cruise connecting Darwin to Manila through some of Indonesia and the Philippines’ most remote and rarely visited islands is now available through Cruise Traveller.

Early bird savings of more than $11,000 per couple are also on offer for bookings made before July 31.

The 16-night fly, cruise and stay package departs August 27, 2027, sailing aboard PONANT’s 264-guest expedition ship Le Soléal.

The package includes a $2,400 flight credit per couple, a pre-cruise night in Darwin and a complimentary post-cruise night in Manila.

Departing Darwin, the itinerary explores the white-sand beaches of the Kei Islands, the coral ecosystems of Triton Bay, the traditional villages of the Maluku Islands and the uninhabited island of Pulau Molana.

Heading north into the Philippines, the voyage visits the rainforests of Limasawa, the fishing villages and clear waters of the Cuatro Islands and the coral reefs and sea turtles of Cresta de Gallo Island before concluding in Manila.

All Zodiac excursions ashore are complimentary and led by an expert expedition team, with onboard beverages also included throughout the cruise.

The package is priced from $14,999 per person twin share in a seaview stateroom, a saving of $5,586 per person.

Savings, the complimentary Manila night and flight credit are only available for bookings made before July 31.

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