02Apr: Papeete

03-06 Apr: Cruising Tumatou Archepelago

06-07 Apr: Pitcairn Island

08 Apr: Eclipse Intercept

11 Apr: Hiva Oa, Marquesas

12 Apr: Nuku Hiva, Marquesas

14 Apr: Fakarava

15 Apr: Moorea

Papeete, Tahiti
The islands of Polynesia are a gorgeous collection of volcanic islands and atolls strewn lazily across the grand Pacific Ocean. The island of Tahiti proper, often called the "Island of Love," is the largest of the 118 islands and atolls that comprise French Polynesia. The 402 sq. miles of Tahiti"s surface area consists of mountain peaks reaching over 7,300-ft into a lei of wispy clouds. Around Tahiti-Nui (Big Tahiti), a long road winds between the mountains and the sea. On the peninsula known as Tahiti-Iti (Little Tahiti), the road continues down each coast for miles. Papeete, the modern and bustling capital of Tahiti and her islands, contains government offices, Gendarmerie, hospitals and clinics, banks and many other services dedicated to serving the population of the islands as well as tourists who come to these magical islands for a life-enriching experience. The "In Paul Gauguin's Footsteps" tour is available only on the Saturday morning after the cruise. Check at the hotel hospitality desk for other excursions available in Tahiti.

Shore Excursions

In Paul Gauguin's Footsteps
Duration: 3 Hours. Coach Transport, Moderate Walking.

Tahiti Highlights
Duration: 3 Hours. Coach Transport, Moderate Walking.

Full Day Circle Island Tour
Duration: 7 Hours. Coach Transport, Meal Included, Moderate Walking.

Tahiti - Off the Beaten Path
Duration: 4 Hours. Difficult Walking, Four Wheel Drive.

Tahiti Lagoon Discovery (Snorkeling)
Duration: 3 Hours. Boat Ride, Moderate Walking, Refreshments, Snorkeling.

Tahiti's Natural Treasures
Duration: 4 Hours. Coach Transport, Moderate Walking.