Le Jacques Cartier
Le Jacques Cartier sets sail under the French flag. Named after famous French explorers, these sleek five-star luxury vessels will have the finest equipment for safety and stability.
Polynesian Bliss: Marquesas And Tuamotu
Ship:
Le Jacques Cartier
Departure: Sunday, November 1, 2026
Nights: 14 nights
Departs: Papeete
Returns: Papeete
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Prices are Avg twin share per person in AUD, include all taxes and are subject to change.
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$45,700
$3264/day
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trip
14
Nights
8
Sea Days
7
Ports
1
Countries
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Itinerary
Polynesian Bliss: Marquesas And Tuamotu
Ports of call
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Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure 1 Sunday, November 1, 2026 Papeete, French Polynesia Embark 6:00 PM 
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
2 Monday, November 2, 2026 Moorea, French Polynesia 12:00 AM 5:30 PM
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
3 Tuesday, November 3, 2026 Tuamotus Islands, French Polynesia 6:30 AM 9:30 PM 4 Wednesday, November 4, 2026 Rangiroa, French Polynesia 6:30 AM 12:30 PM
Rangiroa, also known as The Endless Lagoon, is a coral atoll in the Tuamotu Archipelago of French Polynesia. It lies 325 km to the NE of Tahiti. The lagoon is 80 km long and rather narrower, with two main sea passages to the ocean at the northern end. Read more about Rangiroa, French Polynesia
5 Thursday, November 5, 2026 At Sea 6 Friday, November 6, 2026 Hakahetau, Ua Pou Island 7 Saturday, November 7, 2026 Hatiheu, Nuka Hiva Island 8 Sunday, November 8, 2026 Nuku Hiva, French Polynesia 12:00 AM 6:00 PM
Nuku Hiva is the largest of the Marquesas Islands in French Polynesia, an overseas territory of France. The Marquises lie 1400 km NE of Tahiti. The island is about 25 km across, with a high inland plateau and the highest peak Tekao at 1224 m. Read more about Nuku Hiva, French Polynesia
9 Monday, November 9, 2026 Ua Huka 10 Tuesday, November 10, 2026 Puama'u, Hiva Oa 10 Tuesday, November 10, 2026 Hanaiapa, Hiva Oa 11 Wednesday, November 11, 2026 Fatu Hiva, French Polynesia 1:15 PM 10:00 PM
Fatu Hiva - aka Fatu Iva - is the southernmost and most isolated of the inhabited Marquesas Island in French Polynesia. Fatu Hiva is the island of superlatives: the furthest south, the wettest, the lushest, the most isolated, and the most authentic. Hanavave Bay on Fatu Hiva is one of the most beautiful bays in the world, and it is surprising that it has been able to remain an untouched paradise. Read more about Fatu Hiva, French Polynesia
11 Wednesday, November 11, 2026 Fatu Hiva, French Polynesia 6:30 AM 12:00 PM
Fatu Hiva - aka Fatu Iva - is the southernmost and most isolated of the inhabited Marquesas Island in French Polynesia. Fatu Hiva is the island of superlatives: the furthest south, the wettest, the lushest, the most isolated, and the most authentic. Hanavave Bay on Fatu Hiva is one of the most beautiful bays in the world, and it is surprising that it has been able to remain an untouched paradise. Read more about Fatu Hiva, French Polynesia
12 Thursday, November 12, 2026 Tahuata, French Polynesia 6:00 AM 12:00 PM
Tahuata is the smallest of the inhabited Marquesas Islands in French Polynesia in the Pacific Ocean. Situated 1400 km to the NE of Tahiti, the jagged island rises to a height of 1050 m. Isolated without an airfield, the 700 or so inhabitants are reached by boat from nearby Hiva Oa. Read more about Tahuata, French Polynesia
13 Friday, November 13, 2026 At Sea 14 Saturday, November 14, 2026 Fakarava, Tuamotu Islands 15 Sunday, November 15, 2026 Papeete, French Polynesia 7:30 AM Disembark
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
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Ship
Le Jacques Cartier Overview
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Cabins
Le Jacques Cartier Cabins
Privilege Suite
Privilege Suite
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
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
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.
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Polynesian Bliss: Marquesas And Tuamotu
Cruiseline: Ponant Ship: Le Jacques Cartier Departure: Sunday, November 1, 2026 Nights: 14 nights Departs: Papeete Returns: Papeete