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Video | 14 Nights | Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands 
Few places stir the imagination quite like the Marquesas. Remote and dramatic, their emerald peaks soar skyward while hidden valleys cradle sacred sites amidst lush rainforest. Recently named a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Marquesas remain one of the Pacific’s wild sanctuaries—and the m/s Paul Gauguin makes five unique calls throughout this fascinating archipelago. Invite your clients to embark on an immersive 14-night journey that also visits Fakarava, Bora Bora, Moorea, and more.
Spotlight on the Marquesas
Omoa, Fatu Hiva
Omoa, Fatu Hiva
With one road and 500 residents, this is Polynesia at its most remote—where rainforested cliffs rise from the edge of indigo seas.
Hanavave (Bay of Virgins), Fatu Hiva
Hanavave (Bay of Virgins), Fatu Hiva
Guests will stroll through gardens, meet artisans crafting tapa cloth, hear songs accompanied by ukulele, and taste famously sweet fruits.
Atuona, Hiva Oa
Atuona, Hiva Oa
On the island that captured the hearts of Paul Gauguin and Jacques Brel, deep valleys shelter ancient stone tikis and petroglyphs.
Hapatoni, Tahuata
Hapatoni, Tahuata
Guests will walk the ancient royal pathway to this welcoming village, where artisans carve exquisite tikis in the spirit of the South Pacific.
Taiohae, Nuku Hiva
Taiohae, Nuku Hiva
Invite your clients to explore banyan-shaded trails and dramatic volcanic ridges on guided hikes and rugged 4×4 excursions through the Taipivai Valley.
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UNESCO’S Crown Jewels of French Polynesia
In 2024, UNESCO recognized the Marquesas with World Heritage distinction, making the archipelago French Polynesia’s third UNESCO site along with Fakarava in the Tuamotus and Raiatea in the Society Islands. Regarded as a “hotspot for diversity” with “exceptionally well conserved marine and terrestrial ecosystems,” the archaeologically rich Marquesas and its surrounding Pacific waters are cited as “among the world’s last marine wilderness areas.” Of the archipelago’s 12 volcanic islands, only six are inhabited, and the m/s Paul Gauguin makes five visits here—more than any other year-round luxury ship in the region.
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(1) Offer valid for new bookings only, made between August 8 and September 26, 2025, for all 2026 Paul Gauguin Cruises sailings. Offer applies exclusively to guests residing in the Americas, is subject to availability, and may be changed or withdrawn at any time without notice. Bookings must be made through the Americas Customer Care Team, in U.S. Dollars (USD). This offer is combinable with PG Bonus, Paul Gauguin Society Savings, Strategic Account offers, the Canadian Resident Discount, and the reduced single supplement (all single-occupancy bookings receive $500 shipboard credit total). It is not combinable with group bookings, interline rates, reduced rate fares, or free of charge bookings. Pricing is in USD and includes port charges ranging from $140 to $280 per guest, depending on the itinerary.

(2) Travel Advisor $500 Gift Card offer per booking ($250 for single occupancy) is valid for new reservations created and deposited between August 8 and September 26, 2025. For eligible bookings, advisor must fill out redemption form within 30 days of deposit payment to qualify for the Gift Card. Gift Cards are in USD and will likely be Amazon gift cards but may be substituted with an alternate gift card. Booking must be deposited to be eligible. Only Travel Advisors from the Americas, booking via the Americas office in USD, are eligible for Travel Advisor Gift Cards. Paul Gauguin Cruises is not responsible for lost or stolen gift cards. Promotion is subject to availability and may be changed at any time. Offer is not combinable with Groups, Interline, reduced rate or free of charge bookings. Contact your Director of Business Development for details.

Additional terms and conditions may apply. Mention promo code TEMPT500 at the time of booking and when filling out the redemption form.