Explore the idyllic islands, atolls and motus of French Polynesia on this uniquely designed nine‑night voyage. Sail for seven nights aboard the Star Breeze, a 300-passenger small ship and enjoy unmatched small-ship sailing. Enjoy unmatched small-ship sailing amid the emerald-green peaks, chalk-white atolls, and blue lagoons of the Society Islands with a list of optional excursions. Explore the South Pacific’s history, culture, and topography on Tahiti; Mo’orea; Ra’iatea; Taha’a; Bora Bora; and Huahine. This exceptional itinerary also includes a stay at the 5-star Intercontinental Tahiti in Pape’ete. Extend your time in paradise with the Mo’orea Post-Program Option.
Highlights:
• Two nights in the Five‑Star InterContinental Tahiti
• Tour of Tahiti’s West Coast, featuring visits to the sacred ’Ārahurahu Marae and the Spring Garden of Vaipahi
• Excursion on the East Coast of Tahiti, featuring the well‑preserved James Norman Hall Museum and the Point Venus lighthouse.
• Day‑room accommodations in the InterContinental Tahiti on Day 10
• Complimentary alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages available throughout the cruise and all meals aboard ship
• Tour of Mo’orea, the tropical paradise said to have inspired James Michener’s mythical Bali Ha’i, including magnificent views from Belvedere Point
• Visit to the Atitia Outreach Center on Mo’orea to learn more about French Polynesia’s unique ecosystem
• Excursion on Ra’iatea, a cradle of early French Polynesian culture, a favorite destination of Captain Cook and home to UNESCO World Heritage‑designated Taputapuātea
• Visit to a vanilla plantation and a black pearl farm on Taha’a and enjoy a barbecue lunch on a private motu
• Panoramic tour on idyllic Bora Bora, featuring the site of its largest temple
• Traditional French Polynesian dinner on a private motu off Bora Bora
• Optional Bora Bora Shark and Ray Lagoon Cruise excursion
• Demonstration of dyeing the traditional French Polynesian pareo and tasting of local fruits on Bora Bora
• Excursion on Huahine to experience the cultural treasures of ancient French Polynesia
When: February 21 - March 3, 2025
Cost: Cabin Prices start at $5,795 per person, based on double occupancy. International air not included
You can contact travel program coordinator Sarah Doody with questions or to register.
Phone: 904-432-3141
Fax: 866-427-5335
Email: sarahdoo@buffalo.edu