South Pacific Cultural Cruises

from $4,138

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Arts Festival - Discover The Marquesas

Tahiti Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Aranui 5

• Explore the Fakarava’s coral reefs
• Discover Nuku Hiva’s sites
• Visit Gauguin's Hiva Oa
• Visit Makatea’s phosphate ruins

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Tahiti / Tahiti

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Scuba Diving, Festival Visits

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Discover the remote beauty of French Polynesia on a 12-day roundtrip cruise from Tahiti aboard the Aranui 5. Departing from Papeete, this cruise visits the UNESCO-listed Fakarava Atoll, the rich cultural heartlands of the Marquesas—including Ua Huka, Nuku Hiva, Ua Pou, Fatu Hiva, Tahuata, and Hiva Oa—plus the rugged island of Makatea and Bora Bora.

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from $6,680

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Citizen Science on the Great Barrier Reef

Brisbane - Cairns - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer

• Visit Lady Elliot marine sanctuary
• Visit Mon Repos turtle conservation
• Contribute to coral health studies
• Dive into an underwater art museum

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Brisbane / Cairns

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Citizen Science

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Set sail for an 11-day cruise on Coral Discoverer, departing from Brisbane, and exploring the vibrant Great Barrier Reef. Engage in conservation activities, snorkel, dive, and witness breathtaking marine life.

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from $8,760

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Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands

Tahiti to Tahiti - 15 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Paul Gauguin

• See the Grandeur of the Marquesas
• Tour Tahuata and and Atuona
• Relax on a private islet
• Enjoy Bora Bora and Moorea's beauty

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Tahiti / Tahiti

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Sail on a 15-day luxury cruise with the M/S Paul Gauguin, starting in Tahiti. Explore Tahitian culture and breathtaking destinations from Fakarava to Bora Bora, with unique adventures at every stop.

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from $5,600

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Papeete (Tahiti) to Papeete (Tahiti)

8 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Whisper

• Snorkel coral lagoons
• See ancient island sites
• Explore sacred Raiatea temples
• Visit vanilla-rich Taha’a

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Papeete / Papeete

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Set sail on an 8-day cruise through French Polynesia aboard the Silver Whisper. Explore Moorea’s twin bays and volcanic peaks. Discover sacred marae and lush landscapes on Raiatea. Visit the iconic Bora Bora, where turquoise lagoons and white sand beaches define paradise. Enjoy panoramic vistas, ancient cultural sites, and vibrant marine life.

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from $8,975

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Cape York & Arnhem Land - Art Themed

12 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Adventurer

• Experience the unique Arnhem Land
• Explore the Cobourg Peninsula
• Witness the Tiwi people's culture
• Explore Lizard Island

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Darwin / Cairns

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Embark on a 12-day artistic expedition from Darwin, exploring Tiwi Islands, Arnhem Land, and Torres Strait aboard Coral Adventurer. Experience indigenous art, culture, and history, with workshops, cultural performances, and scenic exploration.

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from $9,045

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Abrolhos Islands & the Coral Coast

Fremantle to Broome - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer

• Snorkel Ningaloo Reef sites
• Explore Abrolhos shipwreck history
• Kayak at Dampier Archipelago waters
• Swim with sea lions

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Fremantle / Broome

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Embark on a 13-day cruise through Western Australia's remote coastline aboard Coral Geographer. Snorkel coral reefs, swim with sea lions, and explore historic shipwrecks and cultural sites. Go ashore on remote beaches and enjoy close-up views of rare wildlife.

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from $8,665

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Cape York & Arnhem Land - Art Themed

Darwin to Cairns - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer

• Explore Cobourg Peninsula ruins
• Visit the Tiwi Islands
• Tour Thursday Island culture
• Visit at pristine Lizard Island

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Darwin / Cairns

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Embark on a 12-day artistic expedition from Darwin, exploring the Tiwi Islands, Arnhem Land, and Torres Strait aboard Coral Discoverer. Experience indigenous art, culture, and history, with workshops, cultural performances, and scenic exploration.

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from $6,050

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Cook Islands & Society Islands

Tahiti to Tahiti - 12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Paul Gauguin

• Explore the vibrant Papeete market
• See the hidden rainforest treasures
• Enjoy lagoon snorkel excursions
• Experience the scenic Aitutaki hike
• Visit the unspoiled Rarotonga charm
• Enjoy Bora Bora SCUBA adventure

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Papeete / Papeete

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This 12-day cruise on the luxurious small ship M/S Paul Gauguin showcases the region’s incredible diversity of scenery. From low-lying Aitutaki to the jagged peaks and deep valleys of fertile Rarotonga, continue to the Society Islands to delight in the South Pacific’s crown jewels—Bora Bora, Taha’a, Huahine, and Moorea.

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from $13,005

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Raja Ampat & Spice Islands

Darwin to Sorong - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer

• Visit Banda Neira fort
• Snorkel at Seram and Besar Islands
• Meet local artisans in Tumbur
• Chance to swim with whale sharks

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Darwin / Sorong

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Hiking

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Set sail on a 19-day cruise aboard Coral Geographer from Darwin through Indonesia’s Spice Islands and Raja Ampat, famed for their ancient cultures, historic forts, and incredible biodiversity. This adventure blends cultural insights and natural wonders.

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from $11,340

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An Escapade in the Heart of Melanesia

Darwin - Lautoka - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier

• Explore Darwin’s tropical cityscape
• Visit Thursday Island’s fort
• Experience Port Moresby wildlife
• Discover Alotau’s WWII sites

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Darwin / Lautoka

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Set sail on a 17-day cruise aboard Le Jacques Cartier, exploring Australia and Melanesia, including Papua New Guinea and Fiji. Discover Thursday Island's WWII history, the Solomon Islands' tropical beauty, and Vanuatu's vibrant landscapes before finishing in Lautoka, Fiji.

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from $9,180

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Islands and Cultures of Papua New Guinea

Cairns - Cairns - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier

• Discover New Guinea's heritage
• Visit Ferguson & Dobu Islands
• Visit Roderick Bay, Solomon Islands
• Encounter local people & culture

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Cairns / Cairns

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Embark on an 11-day adventure through Melanesia aboard Le Jacques Cartier. Explore WWII history in Alotau, witness landscapes in Ferguson and Dobu, and experience Kitava’s vibrant traditions. Snorkel and dive in Ghizo and Njari Islands, relax on Roderick Bay’s white sands, and conclude in Honiara, the Solomon Islands’ capital, at Point Cruz Port.

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from $10,544

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Kimberley Expedition: Waterfalls & Wandjinas

Darwin - Broome - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Pursuit

• Explore Darwin’s vibrant city
• Discover King George Falls
• Visit Vansittart Bay’s art
• Witness Montgomery Reef's tides

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Darwin / Broome

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Sail on an 11-day Kimberley expedition from Darwin to Broome aboard the Seabourn Pursuit. Experience the raw, rugged beauty of Australia’s remote Kimberley coast. Encounter the towering twin waterfalls of King George River, explore ancient Gwion Gwion rock art on Jar Island, and snorkel vibrant coral reefs at Ashmore Marine Park.

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from $11,049

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Melanesia & Polynesia: Island Cultures & Coral Coasts

Lautoka - Papeete - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Pursuit

• Snorkel Kadavu coral reef
• Discover Apia cultural markets
• Hike Raiatea sacred trails
• Observe Kadavu endemic birds

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Lautoka / Papeete

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Explore Melanesia & Polynesia on a 14‑day cruise aboard Seabourn Pursuit from Lautoka to Papeete. Discover Fiji’s Lautoka port, Kadavu’s birds and reef, Vulaga’s crafts, Tonga’s Pangai and Nukupule islands, Samoa’s Apia culture, Cook Islands’ Aitutaki lagoon, Raiatea’s heritage, and Huahine’s villages—snorkeling, village visits, hikes, cruising.

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from $21,995

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Cruising French Polynesia: Tahiti and Beyond

Tahiti to Tahiti - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier

• Swim vibrant Rangiroa lagoon
• Discover ancient Polynesian legends
• Snorkel Tahanea’s remote reefs
• Tour Tuamotu pearl farm

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Tahiti / Tahiti

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Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Biking, Kayaking, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits

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Experience French Polynesia on a 16-day small-ship luxury cruise through Tahiti, the Marquesas, Tuamotu, and Society Islands. Snorkel coral reefs, visit remote atolls, and discover cultural sites with expert-led excursions.

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from $12,499

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Polynesia & Melanesia: Island Cultures & Coral Coasts

Papeete - Lautoka - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Pursuit

• Visit UNESCO Taputapuatea site
• Snorkel Aitutaki’s stunning lagoon
• Visit sacred Yasawa caves
• Discover Vanua Balavu culture

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Papeete / Lautoka

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Spa Relaxation, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Sailing, Local Market Visits

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Discover Polynesia & Melanesia on a 13-day Cruise from Tahiti to Fiji aboard Seabourn Pursuit. Explore volcanic islands, coral reefs, remote villages, and vibrant South Pacific cultures. Enjoy snorkeling, cultural excursions, scenic cruising, and relaxing sea days as you cross the International Date Line.

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from $8,070

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Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands

Tahiti to Tahiti - 15 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Paul Gauguin

• Visit the remote island of Fakarava
• Explore the island of Hiva Oa
• Relax on private Motu
• Snorkel in stunning Bora Bora

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Papeete / Papeete

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The M/S Paul Gauguin hosts this two-week journey through the Marquesas, Tuamotus, and the Society Islands, offering plenty of time to explore at your own pace, from the pristine beaches and exceptional diving of the Tuamotu Archipelago to the Marquesas Islands of Fatu Hiva, Hiva Oa, Tahuata, and Nuku Hiva. Enjoy snorkeling, kayaking, and paddleboarding.

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Austral Islands

13 Day Itinerary aboard Aranui 5

• Learn about sustainable fishing
• Try traditional javelin throwing
• Admire the works of art and craft
• Enjoy the amenities of Aranui

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Papeete / Papeete

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Come explore the enchanting Austral and Raiatea during this 13-day cruise. Designed to bring you to the unspoiled paradise on what is often referred to as the trip of a lifetime, the Aranui 5 will be your home away from home.

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from $9,820

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From Fiji to Micronesia

Lautoka - Guam - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

• See Bougainville’s WWII sites
• Experience Lamotrek Atoll
• Snorkel at Njari Island
• Witness Ambrym’s Rom dance

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Lautoka / Guam

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Embark on a 17-day Fiji to Micronesia cruise aboard Le Soleal. This adventure takes you to stunning atolls, vibrant marine ecosystems, and cultural treasures.

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