South Pacific Cultural Cruises

Sail across the South Pacific on a 16-day cruise and explore Fiji, Tahiti, Rarotonga, Niue, and Tonga aboard National Geographic Resolution. Snorkel coral reefs, hike rainforest trails, and visit local villages. Discover marine life, limestone caves, and cultural heritage sites. Explore and discover culture across the South Pacific in one voyage.

Sail through French Polynesia on a 15-day M/S Paul Gauguin cruise, visiting Tahiti, Bora Bora, the Tuamotus, and the Marquesas. Explore Papeete’s markets, Rangiroa’s marine life, Hiva Oa’s archaeological sites, and Tahuata’s tikis while enjoying cultural experiences, gourmet dining, and stunning island landscapes.

Embark on an 11-day cruise through French Polynesia aboard National Geographic Resolution. Travel from Papeete, Tahiti across Bora Bora, Taha’a, Raiatea, Makatea, Rangiroa, Fakarava, and the Tuamotu Archipelago. Discover unique atolls, volcanic peaks, and vibrant marine ecosystems.

The Society Islands and the Tuamotu Archipelago beckon on this 12-day South Pacific cruise aboard M/S Paul Gauguin. Explore lush rainforests and crystal-clear lagoons, or simply indulge in indulgent beach-side lounging. Continue to the Tuamotus, a group of low-lying atolls that are famous all over the world for their rich underwater ecosystem.

Explore New Zealand from Dunedin to Auckland on a 14-day cruise aboard SH Minerva, visiting Fiordland, Stewart Island, Akaroa, Kaikoura, Picton, Wellington, Tauranga, and the Bay of Islands. Spot penguins, seals, dolphins, whales, and native birds while visiting conservation areas, cruising scenic waterways, and exploring local attractions.

Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Cairns to Darwin aboard Coral Discoverer. Visit remote islands, explore cultural sites, snorkel reefs, meet local artists, and travel through unique landscapes. Engage in guided walks, community visits, and scenic waterways while experiencing Northern Australia’s rich history and diverse coastal environments.

Discover the South Pacific's most storied, beautiful, and culturally vibrant islands, towns, and cities during this 16-day cruise on the luxury ship, M/S Paul Gauguin. Soak in the sun on the white-sand beaches of the Society Islands and immerse yourself in the cultures of Fiji and Tonga.

Explore French Polynesia on a 15-day cruise aboard Le Jacques Cartier, sailing from Papeete through Moorea, the Tuamotu Islands, and the Marquesas Islands before returning to Tahiti. Visit archaeological sites, admire ancient tiki statues, discover traditional villages, snorkel in Rangiroa, and explore UNESCO-listed Fakarava.

Embark on a 13-day South Pacific cruise aboard M/S Paul Gauguin from Lautoka to Tahiti. Explore four island groups, visiting Fiji’s coastal ports, Tonga’s Vava'u Islands, and Aitutaki in the Cook Islands before discovering Bora Bora, Taha'a, and Moorea. Experience vibrant coral reefs, Polynesian traditions, and diverse island landscapes.

Sail an 11-day French Polynesia cruise from Tahiti aboard Paul Gauguin, with Smithsonian Journeys experts leading talks on board. Snorkel the Tuamotu atolls of Fakarava and Rangiroa, spend two days each on Bora Bora and Moorea, and visit Huahine and Motu Mahana, a private islet, on this small ship cruise through the Society Islands.

Embark on a 12-day Society Islands and Tuamotu Islands cruise aboard M/S Paul Gauguin. Snorkel or dive in Fakarava’s UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and Rangiroa’s lagoon, explore Huahine and Raiatea, visit Taha’a’s private Motu Mahana, and enjoy in Bora Bora and Moorea. Discover French Polynesia’s coral reefs, volcanic islands, and Polynesian culture.

Embark on an 11-day French Polynesia cruise aboard the Paul Gauguin. Explore the coral atolls of Fakarava and Rangiroa for snorkeling and diving, then discover the volcanic Society Islands of Huahine, Bora Bora, Taha'a, and Moorea. Enjoy vibrant reefs, tropical beaches, and a relaxed South Pacific voyage.