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Tahiti, Fiji, French Polynesia, and the South Pacific

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Sailing Schedule [2026]

DATEITINERARIESNIGHTS
Jan 7More Tuamotus & Society Islands10
Jan 17Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands14
Jan 31More Society Islands & Tahiti7
Feb 7Cook Islands & Society Islands11
Feb 18More Tuamotus & Society Islands10
Feb 28Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands14
Mar 14Tahiti & the Society Islands7
Mar 21Tahiti & the Society Islands7
Mar 28Cook Islands & Society Islands11
Apr 8More Tuamotus & Society Islands10
Apr 18More Society Islands & Tahiti7
Apr 25Tahiti & the Society Islands7
May 2Society Islands & Tuamotus11
May 13More Tuamotus & Society Islands10
May 23Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands14
Jun 6Tahiti & the Society Islands7
Jun 13More Society Islands & Tahiti7
Jun 20Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands14
Jul 4Tahiti & the Society Islands7
Jul 11More Society Islands & Tahiti7
Jul 18Society Islands & Tuamotus11
Jul 29More Tuamotus & Society Islands10
Aug 8Tahiti & the Society Islands7
Aug 15Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands14
Aug 29More Society Islands & Tahiti7
Sep 5Tahiti & the Society Islands7
Sep 12Society Islands & Tuamotus11
Sep 23More Tuamotus & Society Islands10
Oct 3Tahiti & the Society Islands7
Oct 10More Society Islands & Tahiti7
Oct 17Tahiti & the Society Islands7
Oct 24Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands14
Nov 7More Society Islands & Tahiti7
Nov 14Tahiti & the Society Islands7
Nov 21Cook Islands & Society Islands11
Dec 2More Tuamotus & Society Islands10
Dec 12Tahiti & the Society Islands7
Dec 19Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands14

Tahiti & the Society Islands

Roundtrip Papeete, Tahiti

7 NIGHTS from $2,990 per guest

Close your eyes and picture a landscape of dreams. A strand of tiny islets shimmering in the South Seas—emerald peaks, ringed by iridescent reefs and infused with the floral aromas of Eden itself. It’s no wonder that the enchantments of the Society Islands have become the stuff of legend, forever capturing the hearts of those fortunate enough to happen upon these shores. Our signature 7-night itinerary features overnights in Bora Bora, Moorea, and Papeete, and calls upon the Garden Isle of Huahine as well as our private island, Motu Mahana, nestled off the shores of Taha’a.

More Society Islands & Tahiti

Roundtrip Papeete, Tahiti

7 NIGHTS from $2,990 per guest

Set your heart aglow and immerse your senses with jaw-dropping views painted in dreamlike colors, for here is an adventure you will never forget. Scenic, sacred, and sublime, the captivating splendor of the Society Islands has long been a muse for artists and authors—Matisse was greatly influenced by “the light and enchantments of the sky” on isles such as Moorea and Huahine, and Michener declared Bora Bora the most beautiful island in the world. This voyage is distinguished by a visit to the sacred isle of Raiatea, a day at our private island, Motu Mahana, off the coast of Taha’a, and an overnight in Papeete at the journey’s end.

More Tuamotus & Society Islands

Roundtrip Papeete, Tahiti

10 NIGHTS from $5,740 per guest

This itinerary combines the über-romantic delights of the Society Islands with even more time to enjoy the coral-reef euphoria of the Tuamotu Archipelago. Featuring overnights at Bora Bora’s famed lagoon, Fakarava’s UNESCO-listed Marine Biosphere, and Papeete’s pier within walking distance to the city’s waterfront promenade. Add the allure of exploring Rangiroa’s “aquarium,” a beach day on our private island, Motu Mahana, off the coast of Taha’a, a visit to the Eden-like island of Huahine, and a call in sacred Raiatea, and ready yourself for an immersive and enriching exploration of paradise.

Society Islands & Tuamotus

Roundtrip Papeete, Tahiti

11 NIGHTS from $6,050 per guest

Embarking on a journey through the Tuamotus and Society Islands unveils a paradise of pristine atolls and turquoise waters. In the low-lying Tuamotus, plunge into Fakarava’s UNESCO-listed Marina Biosphere Reserve and snorkel Rangiroa’s translucent lagoon laced with vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life. The Society Islands enchant with the catch-your-breath beauty of Huahine’s rainforested jungle and the sacred history of Raiatea. Central to this odyssey is a double overnight stay in Bora Bora as well as overnights in Moorea and Papeete, and a blissful day on our private island Motu Mahana, off the coast of Taha’a.

Cook Islands & Society Islands

Roundtrip Papeete, Tahiti

11 NIGHTS from $6,050 per guest

Dotting a vast expanse of Pacific blue are the gem-like, frangipani-scented Cook Islands, a lovely, low-key archipelago where life falls in step with the rhythm of nature and no building is taller than a coconut tree. The Aitutaki lagoon is a snorkeler’s dream, boasting stunning coral reefs teeming with colorful marine life, and Rarotonga’s lush rainforests invite revealing inland safaris. Add to that enchanting charms of Huahine—a veritable Garden of Eden, a day at Motu Mahana—our own private island in Taha’a’s lagoon, and overnights in Bora Bora, Moorea, and Papeete, and you’ve found paradise.

Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands

Roundtrip Papeete, Tahiti

14 NIGHTS from $7,700 per guest

Somewhere deep in the South Pacific, towering mountains rise from a cobalt sea, their jagged cliffs plunging down to rugged shores, their flanks carpeted in deep green jungle. These are the Marquesas—Fatu Hiva, Hiva Oa, Tahuata, and Nuku Hiva— among the youngest islands in French Polynesia as well as the least visited. This two-week journey is balanced with visits to the renowned atolls of Fakarava and Rangiroa, and the pristine sands and gin-clear waters Bora Bora, Huahine, Motu Mahana near Taha’a, and Moorea in the fabled Society Islands. An overnight in Papeete concludes this extraordinary voyage.

Sailing Schedule [2027]

DATEITINERARIESNIGHTS
Jan 2Cook Islands & Society Islands11
Jan 13Society Islands, Cook Islands, Tonga & Fiji14
Jan 28Crossing Oceania: Fiji to Bali20
Mar 16Immersive Indonesia: Singapore to Australia13
Feb 18More Tuamotus & Society Islands10
Mar 29Crossing Melanesia: Australia to Fiji17
Apr 15Fiji, Tonga, Cook Islands & Society Islands14
Apr 28More Tuamotus & Society Islands10
May 8Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands14
May 22More Society Islands & Tahiti7
May 29Society Islands & Tuamotus11
Jun 9More Tuamotus & Society Islands10
Jun 19Tahiti & the Society Islands7
Jun 26Tahiti & the Society Islands7
Jul 3Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands14
Jul 17More Society Islands & Tahiti7
Jul 24Society Islands & Tuamotus11
Aug 4More Tuamotus & Society Islands10
Aug 14Tahiti & the Society Islands7
Aug 21Tahiti & the Society Islands7
Aug 28Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands14
Sep 11More Society Islands & Tahiti7
Sep 18Tahiti & the Society Islands7
Sep 25Society Islands & Tuamotus11
Oct 6More Tuamotus & Society Islands10
Oct 16Tahiti & the Society Islands7
Oct 23More Society Islands & Tahiti7
Oct 30Tahiti & the Society Islands7
Nov 6Cook Islands & Society Islands11
Nov 17More Tuamotus & Society Islands10
Nov 27Tahiti & the Society Islands7
Dec 4More Society Islands & Tahiti7
Dec 11Tahiti & the Society Islands7
Dec 18Cook Islands & Society Islands11
Nov 21Cook Islands & Society Islands11
Dec 29More Tuamotus & Society Islands10

Tahiti & the Society Islands

Roundtrip Papeete, Tahiti

7 NIGHTS from $2,960 per guest

Join French Polynesia’s destination expert for this immersive introduction— or reintroduction—to the picture-perfect charms of the South Pacific. This 7-night sojourn whisks you away to destinations that played muse for author James A. Michener, painter Paul Gauguin, and many more. Where will you find your inspiration? Vanilla-scented Taha’a? Rugged Moorea? Or perhaps just watching the Technicolor sunset from your balcony on board the m/s Paul Gauguin.

More Society Islands & Tahiti

Roundtrip Papeete, Tahiti

7 NIGHTS from $2,960 per guest

This immersive exploration is everything you imagine when you dream of the Islands of Tahiti, and when exploring with Paul Gauguin Cruises, those dreams come to life with artful authenticity. Prepare to visit sacred Raiatea, revered as the cradle of Polynesian culture; relish the serenity of Huahine, known as the Garden of Eden; indulge in an overnight beneath the iconic peaks of Bora Bora; and marvel at the dazzling lagoons of Moorea. Come discover paradise in living color—its azure waters, swaying coconut palms, and sun-kissed beaches are especially captivating when enjoyed on our own private motu.

More Tuamotus & Society Islands

Roundtrip Papeete, Tahiti

10 NIGHTS from $6,010 per guest

Journey through the magnificent Tuamotu Archipelago, where an overnight stay in UNESCO-recognized Fakarava sets the stage for extraordinary discovery. Immerse yourself in the allure of Rangiroa, known for its pristine lagoons fine Tahitian pearls. Let the enchanting Society Islands satiate your wanderlust with the ethereal beauty of Bora Bora’s lagoon and Moorea’s dreamy beaches. Experience the untamed splendor of Huahine’s botanical paradise, the sacred heritage of Raiatea, and the exclusive pleasures of a private paradise, Motu Mahana, nestled in the Taha’a lagoon.

Society Islands & Tuamotus

Roundtrip Papeete, Tahiti

11 NIGHTS from $6,610 per guest

Let French Polynesia’s destination expert guide you through an unforgettable exploration of the Tuamotus and Society Islands. Discover the ethereal beauty of the Tuamotu atolls, where crystalline lagoons harbor underwater gardens bursting with marine life. The majestic Society Islands beckon with Huahine’s emerald jungles and Raiatea’s rich spiritual heritage. At the heart of this 11-night voyage lies an indulgent double overnight stay in Bora Bora, where the iconic silhouette of Mount Otemanu stands sentinel over her world-famous lagoon.

Cook Islands & Society Islands

Roundtrip Papeete, Tahiti

11 NIGHTS from $6,320 per guest

The South Pacific puts on quite a show, and the region’s incredible diversity of scenery is front and center on this 11-night journey through the Cook and Society Islands. From the rugged terrain of Rarotonga and coral reef-lined lagoon of Aitutaki to the jaw-dropping beauty of bucket-list mainstays Bora Bora and Moorea, you’ll be hard-pressed to pick your favorite port when exploring aboard The Gauguin.

Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands

Roundtrip Papeete, Tahiti

14 NIGHTS from $8,060 per guest

With two indulgent weeks in the Marquesas, Tuamotus, and Society Islands, this immersive journey offers ample time to soak up everything that makes this corner of the world so spectacular. Whether you’re inclined to wander white-sand beaches and read a book in the shade of a palm tree or would rather dive right in to the active pursuits available both above and below water, in the South Pacific, it’s all here waiting for you.

Fiji, Tonga, Cook & Society Islands

Papeete, Tahiti, to Lautoka, Fiji (or reverse)

14 NIGHTS from $8,650 per guest

The m/s Paul Gauguin journeys beyond its home waters in the Society Islands to host you on an extraordinary 14-night journey into legendary South Pacific isles, from tiny Tonga to fascinating Fiji. Pristine shores weave a tapestry of culture and beauty, and every port has its own unique story to share. Follow the paths carved by history’s greatest mariners and discover why these islands have captivated explorers for centuries.

Crossing Oceania: Fiji to Bali

Lautoka, Viti Levu Island to Benoa, Bali

20 NIGHTS from $9,340 per guest

Here is a voyage made for lovers of ocean cruising; perfect for those seeking to disconnect from the everyday with an indulgent balance of days at sea and seven intriguing South Pacific islands bookended by the tropical icons of Fiji and Bali. A robust program of guest speakers invites personal enrichment on board to renew mind, body and spirit, while a call at Alotau, Papua New Guinea highlights an itinerary also featuring Vanuatu, Guadalcanal and Komodo National Park.

Immersive Indonesia: Singapore to Australia

Singapore to Darwin, Australia

13 NIGHTS from $6,090 per guest

Journey from Singapore’s futuristic skyline through Indonesia’s captivating archipelago, where ancient temples rise from emerald jungles and pristine beaches kiss turquoise waters. From the cultural riches of Java to Komodo’s legendary dragons, each port reveals new wonders before culminating in Australia’s tropical Darwin, gateway to the wild Northern Territory.

Crossing Melanesia: Australia to Fiji

Darwin, Australia to Lautoka, Viti Levu Island

17 NIGHTS from $7,940 per guest

From Darwin’s tropical shores through the mystical isles of Melanesia, this voyage unveils remote paradises steeped in ancient traditions and wartime memories. Discover Papua New Guinea’s tribal heritage, explore the Solomon Islands’ pristine reefs and poignant WWII sites, and experience Vanuatu’s legendary beaches. Conclude in Fiji’s twin treasures of Suva and Lautoka, where vibrant markets, colonial architecture, and warm hospitality create an enchanting finale.