Tempting Tahiti with Ponant and Paul Gauguin Cruises

For travelers seeking solitude and natural beauty in equal measure, French Polynesia delivers an intimate escape that feels both untouched and utterly luxurious.

Tempting Tahiti: Two Ways to Experience French Polynesia in 2026 and 2027

Few destinations capture the imagination quite like French Polynesia: overwater bungalows, lagoons in every shade of blue, and islands so remote they feel undiscovered. Our partners at Paul Gauguin Cruises and Ponant Explorations, are making it easier than ever to get there with a joint offer that rewards clients who book this fall.

Two Ships, Two Kinds of Discovery

The m/s Paul Gauguin has sailed these waters year-round for decades, and it's the only cruise ship built specifically for French Polynesia. Guests explore the Society Islands, including Bora Bora and Moorea, aboard a ship designed around the region's shallow lagoons and overwater culture, with itineraries that return again and again to guest favorites.

For travelers who want to go further off the map, Le Jacques Cartier, part of the Ponant Explorations fleet, runs seasonal voyages into the remote Gambier and Austral archipelagos, alongside the Society Islands, Tuamotus, and Marquesas. Most travelers never reach these island groups. It's French Polynesia for guests who've already done the highlights and want to experience it all.

The Tempting Tahiti Offer

For new bookings created and deposited between August 1 and October 31, 2026, clients booking any 2026 or 2027 Paul Gauguin Cruises departure, or a select 2026/2027 French Polynesia sailing aboard Le Jacques Cartier, receive up to $1,000 in shipboard credit per stateroom or suite. That's real money back toward spa treatments, shore excursions, and specialty dining once onboard.

Ready to plan your French Polynesia escape? Contact your Travel Advisor at Sanders Travel Centre and we'll help you choose the sailing and ship that fits your trip!