​PONANT 2022 Chairman's Cruise: 
New exclusive 13-night ‘Fly & Cruise’ package available 
 
PONANT has released a new and exclusive 13-night ‘Fly and Cruise’ package for their upcoming 2022 Chairman’s Cruise on board Le Paul Gauguin, offering a stress-free option to discover the magic of French Polynesia including Tahiti, the Society Islands and the Tuamotus.  
 
The new exclusive package for the itinerary hosted by highly regarded Australian businesswoman Sarina Bratton AM, Asia Pacific Chairman of PONANT and Paul Gauguin Cruises is available to book via PONANT or preferred travel agents. 
 
The 11-night voyage will offer an exclusively curated itinerary of shore excursions and experiences as they sail through the idyllic islands and atolls helmed by stunning clear-water lagoons, private beaches and exceptional coral reefs. 
 
Departing 03 June 2022, the new package includes the idyllic 11-night itinerary ‘The Society Islands & the Tuamotus’ onboard refurbished luxury small ship Le Paul Gauguin in preferred stateroom category, including all meals and drinks, an exclusive enrichment program and regular complimentary shore excursions, entertainment, and gratuities, a direct return economy flight from Sydney to Papeete with Air Calin, 2-nights pre-cruise accommodation at the Intercontinental Tahiti in an Ocean View room including breakfast, and a pre-cruise Welcome Cocktail Party in Tahiti before boarding, and all transfers*
 
Together with Mick Fogg, Expedition Manager Asia Pacific, Paul Gauguin Cruises has hand-crafted an exceptional itinerary, showcasing spectacular islands, diverse marine environment, pristine beaches, and colourful Tahitian culture. 
 
The itinerary will reach wonderful Moorea and Bora Bora in the Society Islands with lush rainforests and pristine lagoons; the beauty of Huahine with its distinctly recognisable volcanic silhouettes; and in the Tuamotus, Rangiroa’s enormous atoll with breath-taking underwater scenery. 
 
Aboard the renovated ship by award-winning French designer and architect Jean-Philippe Nuel, Le Paul Gauguin offers impeccable service and fine cuisine taking inspiration from the French Polynesian lifestyle. With 165 staterooms and suites, the ship was designed to sail in Polynesian waters, her shallow draught allows her to get in close to shallow lagoons. In the heart of paradisical islands and the atolls of French Polynesia and its neighbouring archipelagos, the vessel invites guests to discover the traditional way of life and customs of Polynesia and the South Pacific.
 
2022 Chairman’s Cruise ‘Fly & Cruise Package’:
From Sydney to Papeete –13 nights
Departs Sydney on 3 June 2022 from AUD 12,350 per person*
Save AUD 800 when you travel with Paul Gauguin Cruises or PONANT for the first time*
Find more about the package here
 
13-night Package inclusions: 
  • Return direct charter flight from Sydney, Australia to Papeete, French Polynesia in economy class with Air Calin* departing Sydney on June 3, 2022
  • Two-night pre-cruise stay at the Intercontinental Tahiti in an Ocean View room including breakfast* 
  • Exclusive complimentary cocktail party on June 3 in Papeete 
  • 11-night ‘Society Islands & Tuamotus’ itinerary on board Le Paul Gauguin hosted by award-winning Australian businesswoman Sarina Bratton AM – Chairman Asia Pacific for PONANT and Paul Gauguin Cruises.
  • All transfers*
  • Complimentary exclusive shore excursions* 
  • Personalised gifts and enrichment throughout the voyage including lectures onboard with guest speakers and destination specialists
  • Access to Paul Gauguin Cruises’ private beach at Motu Mahana 
  • All the usual benefits of a Paul Gauguin Cruise – all meals, drinks, gratuities, watersports from the ship’s marina and cultural activities from Polynesian hosts, Les Gauguines & Gauguins.
Things to know:
*Terms and conditions: advertised price is for the ‘Fly & Cruise’ package, per person, in Australian Dollars (AUD) and subject to change at any moment without notice. The advertised price includes a return flight with Air Calin from Sydney, Australia to Papeete, French Polynesia (Flight no: SB901) including 1 piece of luggage of 23kg per person in economy class, two nights’ accommodation at the Intercontinental Tahiti including breakfast on Thursday 2, and Friday 3 June 2022 in an Ocean View room, an exclusive complimentary cocktail party in Papeete, an 11-night cruise onboard Le Paul Gauguin on the ‘Society Islands & Tuamotus’ itinerary in a Porthole Stateroom – deck 3 departing Papeete on 4 June 2022. 11-night cruise itinerary includes accommodation in chosen stateroom category, all meals and drinks unless specified, entertainment, gratuities, all standard watersports and land activities except scuba diving, all entertainment and cultural activities, a range of complimentary exclusive shore excursions, personalised gifts and enrichment program onboard. Advertised price is inclusive of the PONANT Bonus of 15%. PONANT Bonus is yield managed and may change at any time without notice. More conditions apply, please contact PONANT or visit au.ponant.com.
Find out more:
 Contact your preferred travel agent, or Paul Gauguin Cruises on 1800 878 671 (Australia) or 0800 854 777 (New Zealand), or email paulgauguin.aus@ponant.com to obtain assistance and information. 
Ponant Asia Pacific Chairman Sarina Bratton
Le Paul Gauguin 
Life is a party in Tahiti
​ALL ABOUT PAUL GAUGUIN CRUISES: 
  • Internationally recognised multi-award winning Le Paul Gauguin is a small ship with just 165 cabins and suites, all with sea views, designed to offer guests incredible panoramic views across the translucent waters of the South Pacific. 
  • Major refurbishments of Le Paul Gauguin were carried out in early 2021, enhancing Paul Gauguin Cruises’ elegant Polynesian signature with a chic and fresh style designed to enrich guests’ experience. All staterooms, suites and public spaces were refurbished with a fresh new colour and texture palette. Designed by Studio Jean-Philippe Nuel, the new renovations evoke South Seas elegance reflective of the narrative of the islands and seas.  
  • The ship’s open and tranquil layout is matched by elegant decoration that pays tribute to Polynesian culture. A chic, laid-back atmosphere is perfect for either friendly get-togethers in the vessel’s shared spaces or plenty of peace and quiet – the option is yours.
  • The calm ambience of the ship is maintained through impeccable, unobtrusive service provided by the ship’s onboard Polynesian hosts, who will share their knowledge and traditions throughout your voyage. 
  • With three onboard restaurants available as part of the Paul Gauguin Cruises all-inclusive experience, guests will delight in the blend of French cuisine and Polynesian flavours through a unique menu carefully created by Michelin-starred Chef, Jean-Pierre Vigato. A culinary experience to remember! 
 
All Paul Gauguin Cruises information is available at au.ponant.com/paul-gauguin
             Tahiti's pristine waters