Escape to Tahiti

Discover Tahiti and the gems of the Society Islands, including extraordinary landscapes and enchanting historical and cultural treasures.

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An exceptional voyage from Tahiti through the Society Islands. Enjoy a relaxed, Polynesian ambiance aboard a ship designed for shallow turquoise waters, an inspiration for artists like Gauguin and Matisse, as you discover the dazzling beauty of Huahine, the private paradise of motu Mahana, Bora Bora's iconic lagoon, and Moorea's lush vistas, all framed by pearl farms, white sandy beaches, and vibrant coral reefs.

Package Inclusions:

  • Return economy class flights on full service carrier from Australia* to Papeete
  • 11 Dec 2026 private car transfer from Papeete airport to hotel
  • 11-12 Dec 2026 - 1 night 5-star accommodation in Papeete
  • 12 Dec 2026 private car transfer from hotel to Papeete port
  • 7 nights cruise accommodation onboard Le Paul Gauguin (based on Oceanview), Papeete return

    - Immersion in the heart of the Society archipelago with discovery of its emblematic islands: Bora Bora, Moorea, Aitutaki and other paradisical sites.
    - Discovery of ancestral Polynesian culture and its island craftmanship, and a timeless moment on the motu Mahana for an intimate barbecue on this exclusive islet.
  • Fine dining in all the restaurants
    All drinks in restaurants, bars and minibars
    24-hour room service
    Butler service in some suites
    Free and unlimited Wi-Fi service on board
    Parties, shows and other activities
    Access to the fitness centre and steam room or sauna, depending on the ship
    Conferences delivered by naturalist guides and guests of honour
    Non-motorised water sports activities, such as kayaking or stand-up paddling (diving not included)
    Taxes for national parks and conservation areas
    All port and security fees
  • 04 Dec 2027 private car transfer from Papeete port to hotel
  • 19-21 Dec 2026 - 2 nights 5-star accommodation in Papeete
  • 21 Dec 2026 private car transfer from Papeete hotel to airport
  • Total single package cost from $12,999.(based on Oceanview)

Itinerary

Day 1 Papeete, Tahiti Island

Upon arrival in Papeete, your private transfer will take you to your accommodation.

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 Papeete, Tahiti Island - Embarkation

Your private transfer will take you to the port for embarkation.

Day 3 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.

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.

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.

Overnight in Port

Day 6 Bora Bora, Society Islands

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 the Opunohu Bay and its valley to the left, and the famous Cook's Bay, surrounded by notched, cathedral-style peaks, to the right.

Overnight in port

Day 8 Moorea Island

Day 9 Papeete, Tahiti Island

After debarkation, your private transfer will take you to your accommodation. Enjoy the rest of the day at your own leisure. 

Day 10 Papeete, Tahiti Island

Day 11 Papeete, Tahiti Island

Your private transfer will take you to airport for your departure flight home depends on your flight schedule. End of your unforgettable Tahitian escape.

Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions apply: All prices are quoted in Australian dollars, based on per person double occupancy unless stated otherwise, and inclusive of all taxes and discounts. All prices & itineraries are current as of 09 April 2025 & subject to change without notice. Prices are subject to change due to availability, currency fluctuations, fuel price, and tax increases. Oceanview and Balcony cabins may have obstructed views, please check with your consultant. Price includes any stated bonus nights, upgrades & package savings, if applicable. All passports, visas, travel permits, and vaccinations are the responsibility of the travelling passenger to secure prior to travel. Airfares are capacity controlled and are subject to change at any time without notice, based in economy class from Sydney and are subject to the carriers' flight schedules and conditions. Seasonal and flight routing surcharges may apply. Airfares are based on the lowest available fare, which comes with strict conditions i.e., non-refundable, or non-changeable. Please ask your consultant for pricing on flexible fare options that allow cancellations and/or amendments at a fee. Please call us for prices from other airports. Travel packages advertised may include multiple products provided by several suppliers to provide a travel itinerary. Each component of the package will be treated independent of each other, and the specific terms & conditions of each product supplier will apply. Hotels may charge resort fees, or a security bond not included or mentioned in this package, payable direct upon check-in. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty.

Escape to Tahiti

Includes:
  • Cruise
  • Flights
  • Hotel
  • Transfers

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