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12 Night Ancestral Cultures of the South Pacific

From Papeete to Lautoka
  • Le Jacques Cartier
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Le Jacques Cartier

Ponant Cruises
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14167807
  • Departs: Sun, Feb 7, 2027
  • Returns: Sat, Feb 20, 2027
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    Itinerary Summary

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    Sunday - Feb 7, 2027
    Day
    1
    Papeete, French Polynesia
    • Papeete, French Polynesia
    • Depart: 18:00:00
    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. ...
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    Monday - Feb 8, 2027
    Day
    2
    Moorea, French Polynesia
    • Moorea, French Polynesia
    A part of the Windward Islands 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. ...
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    Tuesday - Feb 9, 2027
    Day
    3
    Bora Bora, French Polynesia
    • Bora Bora, French Polynesia
    Paradisiacal atoll of the Leeward Islands archipelago, 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. ...
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    Wednesday - Feb 10, 2027
    Day
    4
    Bora Bora, French Polynesia
    • Bora Bora, French Polynesia
    Thursday - Feb 11, 2027
    Day
    5
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    During your journey at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness center. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship's upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest, and entertainment. ...
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    Friday - Feb 12, 2027
    Day
    6
    Aitutaki, Cook Islands
    • Aitutaki, Cook Islands
    Aitutaki is a little island of 16 square kilometers, with a small fishing port with few motor boats, where a simple and peaceful life endures. During your visit, don't miss the opportunity to walk along this magnificent lagoon, reputed as one of the most beautiful and spectacular in the world. Snorkelling fans will discover the treasures of underwater life here. The island is specialised in the sale of black pearls and the production of coloured sarongs, as well as "tivaevae" - patchwork quilting and handiworks. This local manufacture has great value because of its careful artisanal fabrication, and the pieces made are generally offered at important occasions. ...
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    Saturday - Feb 13, 2027
    Day
    7
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    During your journey at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness center. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship's upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest, and entertainment. ...
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    Sunday - Feb 14, 2027
    Day
    8
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    Monday - Feb 15, 2027
    Day
    9
    Crossing the International Date Line
    • Crossing the International Date Line
    Your itinerary enables you to cross the International Date Line. This imaginary line across the Earth's surface approximately follows the 180th meridian in the Pacific Ocean. Because of the roundness of the Earth and the necessity of having reference time meridians, we have to change dates when we cross this line. So if your ship is travelling west, you will need to add a day to the expected date; conversely, if travelling east, you will take away a day. This paradox, already noted by Magellan's crews during his circumnavigation, plays a dramatic role in several novels, including Jules Verne's famous Around the World in Eighty Days. ...
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    • Vava'u Group, Tonga
    Vava'u is a splendid archipelago in Tonga made up of around forty picture-postcard coral islands scattered across the turquoise waters of the south Pacific Ocean. The main island is dominated by Mount Talau which offers a magnificent panoramic view over the islands. Along the long fine sandy beaches of these idyllic islets, the teeming marine life can be seen in the coral reefs, the gorgonian coral gardens, and the underwater caves. The lush vegetation of the island will delight amateur botanists. The traditional local know-how reveals all the richness of this incredible natural heritage: woven leaves from the legendary pandanus, production of noni juice with its many virtues, extraction of vanilla essence. ...
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    Wednesday - Feb 17, 2027
    Day
    10
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    During your journey at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness center. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship's upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest, and entertainment. ...
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    Thursday - Feb 18, 2027
    Day
    11
    • Savusavu, Fiji
    Receiving fewer visitors than its neighbor Viti Levu, lying some sixty kilometers to the south, Vanua Levu is the second-largest island of Fiji. From Savusavu, set out to discover some of the many treasures of this mountainous island and its luxuriant vegetation. You will be enchanted by the fragrances and intense colors of its tropical rainforest, which hides sumptuous and refreshing waterfalls. You will be charmed by the hospitality of the Fijian people. Among the local traditions, there is the famous kava ceremony, where a drink made from a plant similar to the pepper plant is served in half a coconut shell. Snorkelling fans will be delighted by the beauty of the underwater world, renowned for its incredible visibility. ...
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    Friday - Feb 19, 2027
    Day
    12
    Suva, Fiji
    • Suva, Fiji
    Viti Levu, the largest island in Fiji, is teeming with natural and cultural richness. Dominated by Mount Tomanivi, the island is covered with dense and luxuriant tropical vegetation to the south and vast sugar cane plantations to the north. Suva, the modern and dynamic capital of Fiji, is home to the historical heritage of the islands. In Thurston Gardens, the Fiji Museum showcases the magnificent collections of archaeological objects, illustrating human activity for more than 3,000 years. Whether under the green and luminous highlights of the vertiginous forest canopy or under the turquoise waters of the Beqa lagoon, exploring the natural treasures of Viti Levu is an unforgettable experience. ...
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    Saturday - Feb 20, 2027
    Day
    13
    Lautoka, Fiji
    • Lautoka, Fiji
    Lautoka is the second-largest city of Fiji located on the western side of the island of Viti Levu, 24 kilometres north of Nadi. Lying in the heart of Fiji's sugar cane growing region, it is known as the Sugar City. Lautoka is the gateway to Fiji's "Suncoast" a land of abundant sunshine, azure skies, and dramatic grass-covered peaks chequered with sugar-cane fields, rural villages, and quaint market towns. ...
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