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Polynesian Bliss: Marquesas and Tuamotu

Departure: Sunday, December 26, 2027
Nights: 14 nights
Departs: Papeete
Returns: Papeete
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Duration
14
Nights
Days at Sea
9
Sea Days
Ports
7
Ports
Countries Visted
1
Countries
  • Itinerary

    Polynesian Bliss: Marquesas and Tuamotu

    Ports of call

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    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Sunday, December 26, 2027 Papeete, French Polynesia Embark 6:00 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

    2 Monday, December 27, 2027 Moorea, French Polynesia 12:00 AM 5:30 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

    3 Tuesday, December 28, 2027 Tuamotus Islands, French Polynesia 6:30 AM 9:30 PM
    4 Wednesday, December 29, 2027 Rangiroa, French Polynesia 6:30 AM 12:30 PM
    View of Rangiroa, French Polynesia

    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, December 30, 2027 At Sea
    6 Friday, December 31, 2027 Hakahetau, Ua Pou Island
    7 Saturday, January 1, 2028 Hatiheu, Nuku Hiva Island
    8 Sunday, January 2, 2028 Nuku Hiva, French Polynesia 12:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Nuku Hiva, French Polynesia

    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, January 3, 2028 Ua Huka
    10 Tuesday, January 4, 2028 Hanaiapa, Hiva Oa
    10 Tuesday, January 4, 2028 Puama'u, Hiva Oa Island
    11 Wednesday, January 5, 2028 Sailing Off Bay Of Virgins
    11 Wednesday, January 5, 2028 Fatu Hiva, French Polynesia 6:30 AM 12:00 PM
    View of Fatu Hiva, French Polynesia

    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, January 6, 2028 Tahuata, French Polynesia 6:00 AM 12:00 PM
    View of Tahuata, French Polynesia

    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, January 7, 2028 At Sea
    14 Saturday, January 8, 2028 Fakarava, Tuamotu Islands
    15 Sunday, January 9, 2028 Papeete, French Polynesia 7:30 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

    Le Jacques Cartier

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    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.

  • Cabins

    Le Jacques Cartier Cabins

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    Privilege Suite

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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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  • Polynesian Bliss: Marquesas and Tuamotu

    Cruiseline: Ponant Ship: Le Jacques Cartier Departure: Sunday, December 26, 2027 Nights: 14 nights Departs: Papeete Returns: Papeete

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