29 January to 30 January - At sea
From Lautoka to Benoa (Bali)
From Fiji to Bali
From Lautoka to Benoa (Bali)
From Fiji to Bali
Voyage Itinerary
28 January
Setting sail from Lautoka
Lautoka is Fiji's second largest city, known as the 'Sugar City' due to its important role in the local sugarcane industry. The waterfront area is pleasant enough, but we'd recommend using Lautoka as a jumping off point to visit some of the smaller surrounding islands, or the forests and waterfalls of the interior.
31 January
Vanuatu: Paradise Lagoon
1 February
Vanuatu: Port Vila
Situated on a magnificent natural harbour, Port Vila is the sleepy and seductive capital of Vanuatu. This friendly town is the perfect introduction to this intriguing Pacific island nation, with colourful markets, a unique Melanesian culture and some jaw-dropping nearby beaches.
2 February to 3 February - At sea
4 February
Solomon Islands: Honiara
Honiara is the capital of the Solomon Islands and the nation’s only real port, situated on the largely unspoilt island of Guadalcanal. Reminders of the famous Second World War battle that took place here can be seen all over the island, as well as under the water at the fantastic dive sites off the north coast.
5 February - At sea
6 February
Papua New Guinea: Alotau
Alotau is the capital of Milne Bay province, on the remote eastern tip of mainland Papua New Guinea. Milne Bay was the scene of heavy fighting during the Second World War, and today you can dive amongst the wreckage left behind. Alotau also serves as a base for visiting the nearby islands, including the fascinating Trobriand archipelago.
7 February
Papua New Guinea: Samarai
8 February to 11 February - At sea
12 February
Timor-Leste: Dili
Dili is the capital of Timor-Leste (East Timor), one of the world’s youngest nations. The city’s old quarter includes a number of impressive buildings from the Portuguese colonial era, while the Resistance Museum documents the country’s 25-year struggle to win independence from Indonesia.
13 February - At sea
14 February
: Komodo National Park
15 February - At sea
16 February to 17 February
Arriving in Benoa (Bali)
The beaches, spectacular volcanic scenery and lush green rice terraces lend Bali a natural beauty that seems to dovetail perfectly with the island’s distinct Hindu culture, which adorns the landscape with stunning temples.
Our tip
Bali is seriously busy – it’s a long way for us, but just on the doorstep for Australians. The central mountains, or north and west coasts, are quieter.
The ship
Le Paul Gauguin
- Capacity:
- 330 Guests
- Crew:
- 209 Staff
- Style:
- The Polynesian paradise is permanent home to Paul Gauguin,allowing her to offer a better experience aboard and ashore thanany other vessel visiting the area, in a laid back, warm andwelcoming style.
Designed specifically to cruise the shallow waters of the South Pacific islands, Le Paul Gauguin perfectly embodies the famous Polynesian warmth and flair.
What we love
This much awarded little ship carries 330 fortunate guests. A recent addition to the Ponant fleet what we love is the way in which, after 16 years cruising year round in this part of the South Pacific, she has absorbed everything that is special about the islands into her very DNA, making her the perfect choice to holiday in the area.
inclusions
- All meals both indoors and al fresco in three restaurants
- Select wines and spirits, beer, soft drinks, bottled water, and hot beverages
- Shipboard gratuities for room stewards and dining staff
- 24 hour room service
- Watersports from the ship's marina
- Motu Mahana, an exclusive, private retreat off the coast of Taha'a
- Excellent on board entertainment, including the local Gauguines
Tailor-make your trip
Ways to make it better
Beyond Bali
If you have time, make the slightly complicated journey via Labuan Bajo on to Rinca to see the Komodo Dragons.
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