South Pacific specialist Paul Gauguin has devised six idyllic itineraries to explore the wonders of this far-flung paradise aboard a ship that has been totally renovated.
The cruises of seven to 16 nights, taking in Tahiti, the Society Islands, and the Marquesas, Tuamotus, Tonga, Cook and Fiji islands, are now on sale.
Swimming, diving, kayaking, paddle boarding and snorkelling are just some of the activities on offer to enjoy to the full the picture postcard landscapes.
Privileged moments include a traditional Polynesian barbecue on private islet, Motu Mahana, off the protected Taha’a Island.
With 166 staterooms and suites, the Paul Gauguin was designed to sail in Polynesian waters, her shallow draught allowing the ship to get in close to shallow lagoons.
In a collaboration with the Jean-Philippe Nuel Studio, the new interior design evokes the elegance and ambiance of the South Sea and South Pacific islands.
THE CRUISES
From Fiji to Bali
Departing from Lautoka in Fiji, this cruise takes you to seven countries in the South Seas: Vanuatu, Solomons, Papua New Guinea, Australia, East Timor and Indonesia in the quest for idyllic surroundings.
17 days, 16 nights
2 sailings in 2023 from €4,910
Fiji, Tonga, Cook & Society Islands
White sandy beaches, coral atolls and turquoise lagoons line the route as you explore four beautiful archipelagos in the South Pacific. Discover nature and culture among dreamy French Polynesian atolls, the Cook Islands, Tonga and Fiji.
15 days, 14 nights or 13 days, 12 nights
2 sailings in 2023 from €5,120
Tahiti & the Society Islands
Tour of the beautiful Society Islands which inspired so many artists like Henri Matisse, Paul Gauguin and Jacques Brel. From Papeete, guests will sail to isolated coves on Huahine, the turquoise waters of Motu Mahana, fabulous lagoons in Bora Bora and the lush vegetation on Moorea.
8 days, 7 nights
14 sailings in 2023, from €2,140
Marquesas, The Tuamotus & Society Islands
Dive into Polynesian history and culture on this cruise into the heart of idyllic atolls surrounded by coral reefs. Discover French Polynesia’s natural treasures: Tahiti, Fakarava’s coral ellipse, the Tuamotus, Fatu Hiva and its sacred “tohua” sites, Hiva Oa, “Garden of the Marquesas”, Bora Bora and many other South Pacific pearls.
15 days, 14 nights
6 sailings in 2023 from €5,520