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Paul Gauguin Cruises, renowned for its luxurious voyages to the South Pacific, has opened reservations for its 2026 season. It offers six distinct itineraries navigating the enchanting Society Islands, Tuamotus, Marquesas, and Cook Islands. The m/s Paul Gauguin, an award-winning vessel, will embark on journeys ranging from 7 to 14 nights, setting sail year-round from Papeete, Tahiti.
With fares starting at US$2,990 per guest, travellers who book early can enjoy bonus savings of up to 30 per cent. Samuel Chamberlain, CEO of Americas for Paul Gauguin Cruises and PONANT, states, “French Polynesia is a multi-layered destination unto itself, and our unmatched roster of itineraries reveals the nuanced cultural differences and natural beauty of each archipelago with immersive insight.”
The 2026 lineup includes 38 voyages, nearly half of which are convenient 7-night journeys. The remaining voyages offer extended 10-, 11-, and 14-night explorations that delve into the atolls of the Tuamotus, the Marquesas’ mystique, and the Cook Islands’ unspoiled beauty. Each itinerary is crafted with overnights and extended stays in iconic locations, allowing a deep dive into the islands’ immersive experiences.
Itineraries Highlights:
- Tahiti & the Society Islands: 7 nights with three overnights across 11 sailings, visiting Tahiti, Huahine, Motu Mahana/Taha’a, Bora Bora, Moorea, and back to Tahiti.
- More Society Islands & Tahiti: 7 nights with two overnights over seven sailings, featuring stops in Tahiti, Huahine, Raiatea, Motu Mahana/Taha’a, Bora Bora, Moorea, and Tahiti.
- More Tuamotus & Society Islands: 10 nights with three overnights across seven sailings, including Tahiti, Fakarava, Rangiroa, Huahine, Bora Bora, Raiatea, Motu Mahana/Taha’a, Moorea, and Tahiti.
- Society Islands & Tuamotus: This itinerary includes 11 nights with three overnights over three sailings, journeying through Tahiti, Huahine, Raiatea, Motu Mahana/Taha’a, Bora Bora, Fakarava, Rangiroa, Moorea, and Tahiti.
- Cook Islands & Society Islands: 11 nights with three overnights across three sailings, visiting Tahiti, Huahine, Aitutaki, Rarotonga, Bora Bora, Motu Mahana/Taha’a, Moorea, and Tahiti.
- Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands: 14 nights with one overnight over seven sailings, exploring Tahiti, Fakarava, Fatu Hiva, Atuona, Tahuata, Nuku Hiva, Rangiroa, Bora Bora, Huahine, Motu Mahana/Taha’a, Moorea, and Tahiti.
For over 25 years, The Gauguin Experience has been synonymous with French-inspired cuisine, casually elegant ambience, and genuine hospitality. The 2026 voyages promise to continue this tradition, offering discerning travellers the opportunity to experience the South Pacific’s idyllic islands like never before.
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