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8-Day Pacific Islands - Pearls of the society islands

8days
Tahiti

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Pearls of the Society Island

A vast expanse dotted with some one hundred heavenly islets and idyllic atolls bathing in stunning, translucent lagoons with a rich marine biodiversity, French Polynesia invites you to an enchanting, intriguing and captivating interlude.

Set sail from Papeete aboard Le Paul Gauguin for an exceptional 8-day cruise to discover the gems of the Society Islands, including extraordinary landscapes and captivating historical and cultural treasures. The perfect introduction to the picture-perfect charms of the South Pacific, this wonderful cruise whisks you away to destinations that played muse for authors James A. Michener, Herman Melville, painters Paul Gauguin and Henri Matisse, and many more.

The sweet scent of vanilla and Tahitian gardenias bewitches you, and your dreams of escape and contemplation now seem within hand's reach. Marvel at the beauty of Huahine; the cradle of Polynesian culture on the mythical island of Raiatea; the majestic ballet of the colourful fish undulating through the turquoise waters of motu Mahana, our small, private paradise steeped in the scent of vanilla; and Bora Bora's stunning lagoon and distinctive volcanic silhouette.

Before disembarking in Papeete, feast your eyes on the incomparable beauty of Moorea.

Highlights:

Immersion in the heart of the Society archipelago and discover its emblematic islands: Bora Bora, Moorea, and a port of call on the legendary island of Raiatea.
Discovery of ancestral Polynesian culture and its island craftsmanship, and a timeless moment on the motu Mahana for an intimate barbecue on this exclusive islet.
Possibility of diving (PADI Open Water Diver or equivalent) with an experienced instructor to admire Polynesian marine species.

Included services:

Full board from arrival to departure day
High-end gastronomy in all restaurants
All beverages in restaurants, bars, and minibars. All drinks are included (excluding the à la carte beverages): a selection of champagnes, wines and spirits, beers, cocktails, water, soft drinks, and hot beverages.
24-hour room service.
Butler service for certain suites.
Unlimited internet access onboard.
Evening events, shows and other entertainment.
Access to the fitness area and hammam or sauna, depending on the ship.
All port and security charges.

Not included:

Airfares
Personal expenses
Travel insurances
Excursions (optional)
Anything not mentioned in 'included'

General Conditions for Itineraries, activities, and excursions:

The itinerary may be modified depending on weather conditions, port authorisations, and applicable government regulations. The excursion program will be finalised closer to your cruise departure.
The information is current but subject to change at anytime without advance notice from government authorities. Please consult your respective government agencies for visa and health information.
Passport: valid for at least (6) months beyond the completion of your trip. Passport must contain at least two completely clear, blank, unused visa pages for each visa required, not including any amendment pages. Visa pages with stains or ink from other pages in the passport are not usable. Guests who deviate from the scheduled embarkation or disembarkation port should research the foreign entry requirements for the port country. Due to government regulations, regrettably, the cruise will have to deny boarding to any guest who fails to obtain the appropriate travel document for this trip.
Diving: Passengers may take part in scuba diving activities, provided certain conditions are respected, in line with the applicable health, scientific and medical conditions in force on the day of the dive. In order to participate in diving sessions, guests must have with them a medical certificate less than 1 year old and their up-to-date dive book.
All prices are for Window or Porthole Stateroom. Please contact our team to upgrade.
Free-solo supplement for selected departure. Enquiries for more.

What to pack:

Clothing aboard ship
Country Club Casual, or elegant resort wear, is appropriate dress for all evenings aboard The Paul Gauguin. Country Club Casual consists of a dress, or skirt, or slacks, with a blouse or sweater for ladies, and slacks and collared shirts for gentlemen. No ties are required at any time, although gentlemen may opt to wear a jacket to the Captain's Welcome Reception. Please note that casual wear such as shorts, T-shirts, casual jeans (frayed and/or with holes), baseball caps, flip-flops, and Crocs are not considered appropriate after 6:00 pm in all restaurants and lounges. Bathrobes and bathing suits are not appropriate in the ship's restaurants and lounges, and shirts and shoes are required in all public areas at all times.

Captain's Welcome Reception:
During the cruise, a gala evening will be organised on board. Thus, we recommend that you bring formal outfits.

For woman:

Cocktail attire
Evening dress (if you wish to)

For men:

Dark suit
Tie recommended, possibly a bow tie (if you wish to)

Polynesian evening:
Shirt, floral dress

Arrival/ departure:

Passengers are welcome to board the ship from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Disembark on the last day at 8:00 am

Notes:

Please enquire for upper deck cabin upgrades
Please see itinerary for daily information

Slow Tours offers a range of Tours in Australia/ Pacific

Day 1

Papeete, Tahiti Island

Capital of French Polynesia, the city of Papeete is on the north-west coast of the island of Tahiti. You’ll find a relaxed atmosphere here,where urban buzz combines with the legendary laid-back Polynesian lifestyle. Culture is not lacking. You can enjoy sites narrating the history of the archipelago, including the colonial cathedral and the Maison de la reine Marau. The Vaipahi public gardens will win you over by their abundant plant-life. The large municipal market offers local specialities: fresh fruit, spices and all kinds of fish abound on their stalls
Day 2

Huahine, Society Islands

Located less than 200 kilometres north-west of Tahiti, Huahine Island is a secret gem in French Polynesia. You’ll love the mysterious atmosphere emanating from its voluptuous contours, its wild vegetation and stunning remote creeks. If you explore both parts of the island, la Grande Huahine to the north, and la Petite Huahine to the south, will reveal some of its hidden treasures, as well as some archaeological remains from the Polynesian past. You can meet the local population in the main town of Fare, or in the string of villages along the coast.

Available Excursions:

Motu Picnic: USD 139/person. Duration: 5h30

Huahine exploration by 4WD & boat: USD 109/person. Duration: 3h30

ATV tour of Huahine Nui: USD 279/person. Duration: 3h30

Sacred sites & legendary places: USD 115/person. Duration: 4h00

Huahine Iti by e-bike: USD 90/person. Duration: 3h45

Lagoon cruise & snorkelling: USD 109/person. Duration: 3h00

Huahine Iti by 4x4: USD 95/person. Duration: 3h30

Day at the beach: USD 145/person. Duration: 6h

Huahine Safari expedition: USD 95/person. Duration:3h30
Day 3

Raiatea, Society Islands

A volcanic island located halfway between Huahine and Bora-Bora, Raiatea is like the mother of Polynesia. It was on its rocky flanks that the oldest traces of local habitation were found. According to legend, it was even the cradle of the gods... You can admire several sites that bear witness to this past, including the first Polynesian holy site, the Te-Po religious centre, including the marae Taputapuatea, a sort of altar made of stone and coral. Although beaches are rare on Raiatea, here nature is totally captivating, and the coral islets offer myriads of ravishing creeks.

Available Excursions:

Raiatea Highlight Tour: USD 60/person. Duration 3h30

Coral Garden Drift Snorkel: USD 120/person. Duration: 3h30

Discover Faaroa River by Kayak: USD 110/person. Duration: 3h30

Snorkel and Black Pearl Farm Adventure: USD 95/person. Duration: 3h30

Anapa Pearl Farm and Snorkelling: USD 110/person. Duration: 3h00

Discover Raiatea by 4x4: USD 105/person. Duration: 3h30
Day 4

Motu Mahana, Taha'a Island, Society Islands

Feet in the sand, on the islet of Motu Mahana, our sumptuous little private paradise, you will share a very special experience around an authentic traditional Polynesian barbecue. A veritable jewel in the Taha’a lagoon, pristine atoll of the Society Islands, Motu Mahana offers an infinite palette of shades of turquoise, an idyllic backdrop for observing the majestic ballet of the tropical fish. The volcanic island of Taha’a, dominated by Mount Ohiri and Mount Puurauti, will reveal its fertile and luxuriant nature, ideal for cultivating the magnificent black pearls of French Polynesia, as well as vanilla. This rare spice, greatly in demand by gourmets, is the main economic resource of what is also known as Vanilla Island.

Available Excursions:

Coral garden drift snorkelling: USD 125/person. Duration: 3h30

Exploration of Taha's: USD 90/person. Duration: 3h30

Snorkel & Black Pearl Farm adventure: USD 110/person. Duration: 3h30

Taha Cultural Tour: USD 85/person. Duration:3h30

Wave runner and snorkelling adventure: USD 265/person. Duration: 2h00

Catamaran sail in Tahaa: USD 130/person. Duration: 3h30
Day 5

Bora Bora, Society Islands

Paradisiacal atoll of the archipelago of the Leeward Islands, west of French Polynesia, mythical Bora Bora offers a natural spectacle of captivating beauty. You’ll be won over as much by the white sandy beaches as by its famous lagoon, one of the most beautiful in the world, where colourful fish frolic in waters of incomparable turquoise. The island is covered with tropical vegetation, and dominated by the majestic outline of Mount Otemanu. A promenade through this volcanic landscape will enable you to discover a number of villages and meet local communities.

Available Excursions:

Sunset by catamaran in Bora Bora: USD 120/person. Duration: 2h00

Lagoon excursion with Maohi Nui: USD 125/person. Duration:3h00

Sharks & stingrays encounter: USD 110/person. Duration:3h00

Bora Bora off-road adventure: USD 160/person. Duration 3h30

Glass-bottom boat (Bora Bora): USD 70/person. Duration: 1h30

Catamaran sail in Bora Bora: USD 130/person. Duration 3h00

Circle island by waverunner: USD 309/person. Duration: 2h30

Sunset Blue Lagoon escapade: USD 940/person. Duration: 2h00

Shark & ray watching by glass-bottom boat: USD 95/person. Duration: 2h00

Blue lagoon escapade: USD 1,145/person. Duration: 4h00

ATV adventure in Bora Bora: USD 250/person. Duration 2h00

Lagoon cruise & Polynesian feast: USD 219/person. Duration: 5h00

Sunset cruise on outrigger canoe: USD 140/person. Duration: 2h00

Snorkelling & relaxing time in the blue lagoon: USD 99/person. Duration: 4h00

Pure snorkelling with reef discovery: USD 145/person. Duration 3h30

Aquabike adventure: USD 325/person. Duration: 2h00

Bora Bora island tour by "Le truck": USD 55/person. Duration: 2h30

Aquasari - Underwater walk: USD 135/person. Duration: 2h00
Day 6

Bora Bora, Society Islands

Paradisiacal atoll of the archipelago of the Leeward Islands, west of French Polynesia, mythical Bora Bora offers a natural spectacle of captivating beauty. You’ll be won over as much by the white sandy beaches as by its famous lagoon, one of the most beautiful in the world, where colourful fish frolic in waters of incomparable turquoise. The island is covered with tropical vegetation, and dominated by the majestic outline of Mount Otemanu. A promenade through this volcanic landscape will enable you to discover a number of villages and meet local communities.

Available Excursions:

Aquasari - Underwater walk: USD 135/person. Duration: 2h00

Auabile adventure: USD 325/person. Duration: 2h00

Lagoon cruise & Polynesian feast: USD 219/person. Duration: 5h00

Lagoon excursion with Maohi Nui: USD 125/person. Duration:3h00

Circle island by waverunner: USD 309/person. Duration: 2h30

Bora Bora island tour by "Le truck": USD 55/person. Duration: 2h30

Bora Bora off-road adventure: USD 160/person. Duration 3h30

Pure snorkelling with reef discovery: USD 145/person. Duration 3h30

Glass-bottom boat (Bora Bora): USD 70/person. Duration: 1h30

Blue lagoon escapade: USD 1,145/person. Duration: 4h00

ATV adventure in Bora Bora: USD 250. Duration 2h00
Day 7

Moorea Island

A part of the Windward Island archipelago just to the west of Tahiti, famous Mo'orea will leave you with a series of unforgettable images and memories. Bask on its heavenly beaches, enjoy a dip in the turquoise waters of its lagoon, and soak up its luscious vegetation and the heady flowers that carpet the inland areas. Get the most out of this natural gem with a trip to the Mo'orea Belvedere. Exceptional views of Mount Rotui unfurl before your eyes, with Opunohu Bay and its valley to the left, and the famous Cook's Bay, surrounded by notched, cathedral-style peaks, to the right.

Available Excursions:

Moorea by catajets: USD 299/person. Duration: 2h00

Lagoon discovery with snorkelling: USD 105/person. Duration: 3h30

Slow-paced Belvedere & pineapple valley by e-Bike: USD 90/person. Duration: 3h30

Waverunner adventure: USD 239/person. Duration: 2h00

Aito Off-Road Safari: USD 105/person. Duration: 3h30

ATV guided tour: USD 249/person. Duration: 3h00

Aquablue - Underwater walk: USD 125/person. Duration: 3h30

The 3 Pinus hike: USD 99/person. Duration: 4h00

Capture Moorea - Photo adventure: USD 150/person. Duration: 3h30

Catamaran sail in Moorea: USD 130/person. Duration: 3h00

BBQ on Motu & Snorkelling: USD 150/person. Duration: 5h00

Polynesia Cooking Class: USD 145/person. Duration: 4h30

Island drive & Belvedere: USD 65/person. Duration:3h30

Whale watching with Manahau by boat: USD 216/person. Duration: 4h00

Whale watching expedition with marine biologist: USD 190/person. Duration: 3h30
Day 8

Papeete, Tahiti Island

Capital of French Polynesia, the city of Papeete is on the north-west coast of the island of Tahiti. You’ll find a relaxed atmosphere here,where urban buzz combines with the legendary laid-back Polynesian lifestyle. Culture is not lacking. You can enjoy sites narrating the history of the archipelago, including the colonial cathedral and the Maison de la reine Marau. The Vaipahi public gardens will win you over by their abundant plant-life. The large municipal market offers local specialities: fresh fruit, spices and all kinds of fish abound on their stalls.

Tours marked with are special prices.

Start	End	Max. No. Guests	Accommodation	Price p.p.
Nov 07 2026	Nov 14 2026	330	Single rooms	AU$0
Nov 07 2026	Nov 14 2026	330	Double rooms	AU$6,880
May 22 2027	May 29 2027	330	Single rooms	AU$0
May 22 2027	May 29 2027	330	Double rooms	AU$9,210
Jul 17 2027	Jul 24 2027	330	Single rooms	AU$7,910
Jul 17 2027	Jul 24 2027	330	Double rooms	AU$7,910
Oct 23 2027	Oct 30 2027	330	Single rooms	AU$7,050
Oct 23 2027	Oct 30 2027	330	Double rooms	AU$7,050
Dec 04 2027	Dec 11 2027	330	Single rooms	AU$0
Dec 04 2027	Dec 11 2027	330	Double rooms	AU$4,910
Feb 05 2028	Feb 12 2028	330	Single rooms	AU$6,740
Feb 05 2028	Feb 12 2028	330	Double rooms	AU$6,740
Apr 01 2028	Apr 08 2028	330	Single rooms	AU$6,740
Apr 01 2028	Apr 08 2028	330	Double rooms	AU$6,740
May 27 2028	Jun 03 2028	330	Single rooms	AU$0
May 27 2028	Jun 03 2028	330	Double rooms	AU$6,740
Sep 16 2028	Sep 23 2028	330	Single rooms	AU$0
Sep 16 2028	Sep 23 2028	330	Double rooms	AU$6,740
Nov 04 2028	Nov 11 2028	330	Single rooms	AU$6,740
Nov 04 2028	Nov 11 2028	330	Double rooms	AU$6,740
Dec 09 2028	Dec 16 2028	330	Single rooms	AU$6,740
Dec 09 2028	Dec 16 2028	330	Double rooms	AU$6,740