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Tahiti · Paul Gauguin South Pacific Cruise, 12 Days
Route Map
Tahiti · Paul Gauguin South Pacific Cruise, 12 Days route map
Product Overview
- Travel Dates
- Aug 28, 2026 - Sep 8, 2026
- Destinations
- French Polynesia:Tahiti & Society Islands
- Duration
- 11 nights / 12 days
- Route Style
- Luxury Island Holiday
- Group Size
- small premium group
- Detail
- PONANT·Paul Gauguin
Trip Images
Images are indicative. Scenery and landing arrangements depend on the actual departure.
A 12-day South Pacific journey aboard Paul Gauguin, focused on Tahiti and the Society Islands with a relaxed luxury island-cruise rhythm.
Route Map
Tahiti · Paul Gauguin South Pacific Cruise, 12 Days route map
Trip Highlights
Tahiti and the Society Islands
- Cruise through Tahiti and the Society Islands with lagoon scenery, island calls and time for South Pacific beach and cultural experiences.
- Lagoon activities, snorkeling, cultural programs and shore calls are subject to weather, sea state and the operator's daily program.
Polynesian Cultural Experience
- Cruise through Tahiti and the Society Islands with lagoon scenery, island calls and time for South Pacific beach and cultural experiences.
- Lagoon activities, snorkeling, cultural programs and shore calls are subject to weather, sea state and the operator's daily program.
Bora Bora Lagoon
- Cruise through Tahiti and the Society Islands with lagoon scenery, island calls and time for South Pacific beach and cultural experiences.
- Lagoon activities, snorkeling, cultural programs and shore calls are subject to weather, sea state and the operator's daily program.
Moorea Mountains and Lagoon Scenery
- Cruise through Tahiti and the Society Islands with lagoon scenery, island calls and time for South Pacific beach and cultural experiences.
- Lagoon activities, snorkeling, cultural programs and shore calls are subject to weather, sea state and the operator's daily program.
Paul Gauguin
- Sail aboard Paul Gauguin through the South Pacific, with shipboard leisure, island visits and lagoon activities arranged around the final cruise program.
- Actual visits and sequence are subject to final supplier documents, weather, traffic and local operating conditions.
Slow South Pacific Holiday
- Cruise through Tahiti and the Society Islands with lagoon scenery, island calls and time for South Pacific beach and cultural experiences.
- Lagoon activities, snorkeling, cultural programs and shore calls are subject to weather, sea state and the operator's daily program.
Daily Itinerary
You may first check the alongside the daily itinerary.
Arrive in Papeete, Tahiti
Arrive or stay in Papeete, Tahiti, with hotel, rest and local island arrangements according to the final flight and cruise schedule.
Papeete Embarkation, Tahiti
Board Paul Gauguin in Papeete after local arrangements and begin the Society Islands cruise program.
Huahine, Society Islands
Call at Huahine, known for lagoon scenery, island culture and a quieter Society Islands atmosphere.
Raiatea, Society Islands
Visit Raiatea, a culturally important island in Polynesia, with lagoon, reef and heritage activities arranged by the ship or local operator.
Taha'a and Motu Mahana Private Islet
Enjoy the Taha'a and Motu Mahana area, with private-islet beach time, lagoon scenery and Polynesian cultural activities when offered by the operator.
Bora Bora, Society Islands
Spend time around Bora Bora's lagoon, reef and volcanic island scenery, with water activities or shore programs subject to weather and ship arrangements.
Moorea, Society Islands
Visit Moorea for mountain-and-lagoon scenery, island viewpoints and soft-adventure activities according to the final shore program.
Papeete Disembarkation, Tahiti
Board Paul Gauguin in Papeete after local arrangements and begin the Society Islands cruise program.
Papeete, Tahiti
Arrive or stay in Papeete, Tahiti, with hotel, rest and local island arrangements according to the final flight and cruise schedule.
Papeete - Auckland - Return
Connect via Auckland for the return journey. Hotel day-use or airport arrangements depend on the confirmed air schedule.
Daily routing, visits, hotels, cruise calls, landings and wildlife activities are subject to final departure notes, supplier operations, weather, sea state, traffic, local rules and conservation requirements.
Ship and Cabins
PONANT·Paul Gauguin
PONANT·Paul Gauguin is the cruise or travel platform for Tahiti · Paul Gauguin South Pacific Cruise, 12 Days, with accommodation, public areas and service arrangements confirmed in the operator's final departure documents.
- Crew
- 209 guests
- Details
- 9 Deck
- Suites
- 165 cabins
- Details
- 2025
Public Areas
- Restaurant and lounge venues
- Open decks
- Watersports marina where operated
- Pool and leisure areas
- Entertainment and cultural program spaces
Pricing Details
Cabin Pricing
| Cabin | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oceanview Stateroom with Porthole | Deck, size and occupancy are confirmed in the cabin table for this departure. | RMB 58,900 / person |
| Oceanview Stateroom with Picture Window | Deck, size and occupancy are confirmed in the cabin table for this departure. | RMB 62,900 / person |
| OceanviewBalcony Stateroom | Deck, size and occupancy are confirmed in the cabin table for this departure. | RMB 73,900 / person |
| OceanviewBalcony Stateroom | Deck, size and occupancy are confirmed in the cabin table for this departure. | RMB 75,900 / person |
| Superior Balcony Stateroom | Deck, size and occupancy are confirmed in the cabin table for this departure. | RMB 85,900 / person |
| Superior BalconySuite | Deck, size and occupancy are confirmed in the cabin table for this departure. | RMB 105,900 / person |
| Terrace Suite | Deck, size and occupancy are confirmed in the cabin table for this departure. | RMB 120,900 / person |
| OwnerSuite | Deck, size and occupancy are confirmed in the cabin table for this departure. | RMB 153,900 / person |
Included
- Visa support or visa items listed in the confirmed quote.
- Hotel accommodation shown in the itinerary, based on double occupancy.
- Included services follow the confirmed quote and signed travel contract.
- Local drivers, guides, trip support or tour leader service and related gratuities as specified.
- Cruise accommodation in the listed cabin category, port charges and onboard meals as specified.
- Meals listed in the itinerary, excluding meals during flights, layovers or self-arranged periods unless stated.
- Travel insurance plan arranged for the itinerary.
Not Included
- Flight upgrades, schedule changes and extra airline charges not listed as included.
- Listed transportation, sightseeing, admission tickets and local arrangements in the itinerary.
- Meals listed in the itinerary, excluding meals during flights, layovers or self-arranged periods unless stated.
- Hotel accommodation shown in the itinerary, based on double occupancy.
- Visa fees, notarization, authentication or document costs not listed as included.
Travel Notes
Travel Notes
Routes, port calls, shore excursions, hotel names, flights and activity order may change due to weather, sea state, local rules, supplier policy or operational needs.
Travel Notes
Routes, port calls, shore excursions, hotel names, flights and activity order may change due to weather, sea state, local rules, supplier policy or operational needs.
Travel Notes
Routes, port calls, shore excursions, hotel names, flights and activity order may change due to weather, sea state, local rules, supplier policy or operational needs.