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Ancestral Cultures of the South Pacific

Departure: Monday, September 20, 2027
Nights: 13 nights
Departs: Lautoka
Returns: Papeete
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One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
13
Nights
Days at Sea
8
Sea Days
Ports
7
Ports
Countries Visted
3
Countries
  • Itinerary

    Ancestral Cultures of the South Pacific

    Ports of call

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    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Monday, September 20, 2027 Lautoka, Fiji Embark 7:00 PM
    View of Lautoka, Fiji

    Lautoka is situated on the western side of Viti Levu, the largest island in Fiji, and just 20 km north of Nadi. The Fiji archipelago lies just to the western side of the International Date Line. Lautoka is Fiji's second largest city. Read more about Lautoka, Fiji

    2 Tuesday, September 21, 2027 Beqa, Fiji 7:00 AM 6:00 PM
    3 Wednesday, September 22, 2027 Suva, Viti Levu Island
    4 Thursday, September 23, 2027 Savusavu, Vanua Levu Island
    5 Friday, September 24, 2027 At Sea
    6 Saturday, September 25, 2027 Vava'u Islands
    7 Sunday, September 26, 2027 Crossing The International Date Line
    7 Sunday, September 26, 2027 At Sea
    8 Monday, September 27, 2027 Aitutaki, Cook Islands 11:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Aitutaki, Cook Islands

    Aitutaki - aka Araura, Ararau, Utataki - is one of the Cook Islands, 250 km north of the main island, Rarotonga. Bounded by a triangular barrier reef, Aitutaki boasts one of the most famous lagoons in the world and which is home to a large number of fish, hence making it a favourite spot for snorkelling and scuba diving. The lagoon is four times the area of the main island, and inside the lagoon are fifteen islets each its own paradise. Read more about Aitutaki, Cook Islands

    9 Tuesday, September 28, 2027 At Sea
    10 Wednesday, September 29, 2027 Raiatea, French Polynesia 12:00 PM 11:59 PM
    View of Raiatea, French Polynesia

    Raiatea is a South Pacific island in the west of French Polynesia. It is the second largest of the French Polynesian Archipelago. The same coral reef encloses both Raiatea and the smaller island of Tahaa just 4 km south. Read more about Raiatea, French Polynesia

    11 Thursday, September 30, 2027 Motu Mahana, Taha'a Island, Society Islands
    12 Friday, October 1, 2027 Bora Bora, French Polynesia 12:00 AM 7:00 PM
    View of Bora Bora, French Polynesia

    Bora Bora is an island in the Leeward group of the Society Islands of French Polynesia. The mysteries and romance associated with the words Bora Bora bring an almost mystical presence to the island; it is arguably the most famous island in the world. Part of the allure has to be its almost unbelievable beauty. Read more about Bora Bora, French Polynesia

    13 Saturday, October 2, 2027 Moorea, French Polynesia 7:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Moorea, French Polynesia

    Mo'orea is French Polynesia's second-most popular tourist attraction after Tahiti. Located a mere seven kilometres west of the island of Tahiti, Mo'orea is distinctive for its jagged peaks cloaked with lush greenery, its white and black sand beaches that are among the finest in the world.The island is encircled by a lagoon of translucent green, fringed by the deep blue of the ocean and light blue sky. Then there are the fascinating threads of waterfalls that tumble down fern-softened cliffs, all of which sets one in awe of the majesty of nature. Read more about Moorea, French Polynesia

    13 Saturday, October 2, 2027 Papeete, French Polynesia 7:30 PM 11:59 PM
    View of Papeete, French Polynesia

    The city of Papeete (Tahitian Pape'ete; pop. 27,000) is the capital of Tahiti, the largest of the French Polynesian Islands. With its pleasant warm tropical climate, city-lovers will enjoy Papeete's chic shops, specialist stores and boutiques, together with the lively mix of French, Polynesian, and Chinese cultures. Read more about Papeete, French Polynesia

    14 Sunday, October 3, 2027 Papeete, French Polynesia 12:00 AM Disembark
    View of Papeete, French Polynesia

    The city of Papeete (Tahitian Pape'ete; pop. 27,000) is the capital of Tahiti, the largest of the French Polynesian Islands. With its pleasant warm tropical climate, city-lovers will enjoy Papeete's chic shops, specialist stores and boutiques, together with the lively mix of French, Polynesian, and Chinese cultures. Read more about Papeete, French Polynesia

  • Ship

    Le Jacques Cartier Overview

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  • Cabins

    Le Jacques Cartier Cabins

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    Cabin Types

    SA, PV6, PV5

    Area: 45 msup2;, Capacity: up to 2 passengers per cabin, 30m2 private balcony. Cabin Features: Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed, or twin beds, Shower amp; Bathtub + Jacuzzi on terrace, Minibar, Flat screen, satellite TV, Desk with stationery, iPod(TM) players, Video on demand, safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line, telephone, 110/220 volts outlet, French bath products, 24hr room service, Internet access wifi, Butler service, 1 private transfer (round trip): Airport - Hotel - Port.

    Deluxe Suite

    Deluxe Suite

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    Cabin Types

    PS6, PS5, GD6, GD5, DS6, DS5, DS4, DS3

    Area: 38 msup2;, Capacity: up to 4 passengers per cabin. Cabin features: Private balcony, Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, 1 tall sofa, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationeryiPod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line telephone, 110/220 volts outlet, French bath products, 24hr room service, Internet access wifi.

    Balcony

    Balcony

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    Cabin Types

    PR6, PR5, PR4, DEL

    Area: 19 msup2;. Capacity: 2 passengers per cabin. Cabin features: Private balcony, Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery, Ipod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line telephone, 110/220 volts outlet, French bath products, 24hr room service, Internet access wifi.

  • Deck Plans

    Le Jacques Cartier Deck Plans

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    Cruiseline: Ponant Ship: Le Jacques Cartier Departure: Monday, September 20, 2027 Nights: 13 nights Departs: Lautoka Returns: Papeete

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