8-Day South Pacific Tours & Trips

This 8-day South Pacific cruise is perfect for those who want a core Polynesian experience.In 1891, when Paul Gauguin arrived in Tahiti, he captured the charm, culture, and languid grace of the natives in oils. You won't find his paintings here, but the original models still call this piece of …

Sailing round-trip from Papeete port, Tahiti, uncover the world-famous Society islands of French Polynesia by small ship. Bora Bora, Taha'a, Moorea, Huahine, Raiatea - islands sculpted by sky-piercing, moss-green peaks and lined with vivid turquoise lagoons. Island hopping allows you to see every …

This 8-day South Pacific cruise includes a full day to discover two different sections of the rarely visited Ribbon Reefs, considered to be the most colorful and pristine reefs found anywhere along the entire length of the Great Barrier Reef, as well as the wonderful fringing reefs off Lizard …

Embark on an 8-day expedition cruise aboard Le Lapérouse, in partnership with Relais & Châteaux and featuring guest chef Jimmy McIntyre. Experience the mesmerizing landscapes and exceptional wildlife of New Zealand's South Island, one of the world's best-preserved …

Explore New Zealand's North Island & Chatham Islands on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Lapérouse. Discover the rich Māori traditions and preserved nature of these destinations. Your journey will begin in the dynamic city of Auckland before visiting the geological attractions of Rotorua …

Explore New Zealand's South Island and Chatham Islands on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Lapérouse, departing from Dunedin to Akaroa, a town with Māori, French, and European heritage in a volcanic crater on the Otago Peninsula. As the voyage continues, the Chatham Islands will come into view, with …

The Heritage Adventurer offers a unique, 8-day expedition to the special region of the New Zealand wilderness. Visit the remote ice-carved mountains, verdant forests, and winding fiords of Fiordland. Travel the calm waters of Fiordland and Stewart Island in solitude, away from the crowds, on the …

Experience UnseenStewart Island/Rakiura and Ulva Island/Te Wharawhara on this 8-day adventure with Heritage Explorer, New Zealand's pioneering small ship expedition cruise ship. With only 25 kilometers of road, Stewart Island is best explored by sea, especially Ulva Island, where there are no …

You won't find them featured in a travel brochure, you won't find them in most guidebooks, you're unlikely to know anybody who has visited, and they don't even appear on some South Pacific maps - these are the 'forgotten islands'. Despite their modest profile, they are some …

Aboard Paul Gauguin, for an 8-day cruise, to discover paradise in French Polynesia. Visit the rich history of Raiatea, the Maori people's ancestral home and the location of the UNESCO-listed Marae Taputapuatea archaeological site. In search of the mythical Tiare Apetahi, a unique flower that …

Embark on an 8-day expeditioncruise aboard Le Laperouse with Smithsonian Journeys to explore New Zealand's South Island, home to some of the world's most pristine wildlife and enchanting landscapes. Departing from Wellington, cruise to the magnificent Fiordland National Park, an integral …