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17-night Crossing Melanesia Cruise: Australia to Fiji

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m/s Paul Gauguin
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  • Paul Gauguin Cruises: m/s Paul Gauguin
  • |
  • March 29, 2027

itinerary

  1. Day 1
    Darwin
    | Mon Mar 29, 2027
    | Depart 6:00 PM
  2. Day 2
    At Sea
    | Tue Mar 30, 2027
  3. Day 3
    At Sea
    | Wed Mar 31, 2027
  4. Day 4
    Thursday Island
    | Thu Apr 1, 2027
    | 7:15 AM - 2:00 PM
  5. Day 5
    At Sea
    | Fri Apr 2, 2027
  6. Day 6
    Alotau
    | Sat Apr 3, 2027
    | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  7. Day 7
    Samarai Island
    | Sun Apr 4, 2027
    | 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
  8. Day 8
    At Sea
    | Mon Apr 5, 2027
  9. Day 9
    Honiara
    | Tue Apr 6, 2027
  10. Day 10
    Honiara
    | Wed Apr 7, 2027
    | Depart 6:00 PM
  11. Day 11
    At Sea
    | Thu Apr 8, 2027
  12. Day 12
    At Sea
    | Fri Apr 9, 2027
    | Arrive 7:00 AM
  13. Day 13
    Espiritu Santo Island
    | Sat Apr 10, 2027
    | 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  14. Day 14
    Port Vila, Vanuatu
    | Sun Apr 11, 2027
    | Depart 10:00 PM
  15. Day 15
    At Sea
    | Mon Apr 12, 2027
  16. Day 16
    At Sea
    | Tue Apr 13, 2027
    | Arrive 7:00 AM
  17. Day 17
    Suva
    | Wed Apr 14, 2027
    | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  18. Day 18
    Lautoka
    | Thu Apr 15, 2027
    | Arrive 8:00 AM
Sailing Features
  • 17 Nights
  • Mar 29, 2027 / Apr 15, 2027
  • Darwin
  • Lautoka
  • m/s Paul Gauguin
Bonus Offers
Exclusive Amenities Available:
  • $400 per Couple Shipboard Credit

Suites

Choose the perfect room for you
Oceanview
Balcony
Suite
Oceanview
Window Stateroom

Stateroom Size: 200 sq. ft. with Picture Window. Features: Window Staterooms ending in 5, 6, or 8 (except 415) can accommodate a third guest in a loveseat convertible. Wheelchair-accessible stateroom (415).
Note: Loveseat beds are slightly smaller than a standard twin bed.

Oceanview
Porthole Stateroom

Stateroom Size: 200 sq. ft. with Porthole Window. Features: It can accommodate a third guest in a loveseat convertible.
Note: Loveseat beds are slightly smaller than a standard twin bed.

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m/s Paul Gauguin cruise ship

Paul Gauguin Cruises:   m/s Paul Gauguin

Designed specifically to glide in luxury through the shallow seas of the South Pacific, The Gauguin is a small-ship cruiser’s dream. She delivers travelers to intimate ports inaccessible to larger cruise ships, all the while providing a travel experience that is nothing short of luxurious. Once on board, guests enjoy newly-decorated spacious suites and staterooms (more than 70% with private balconies), an onboard watersports marina, three dining venues, an extensive spa, and five-star service. Life on The Gauguin also reflects the beauty and rich cultural heritage of the islands she calls upon, with a warm, friendly feel, informal setting, and even a beloved troupe of Les Gauguin and Les Gauguines—local Tahitians who serve as onboard hosts and hostesses, entertainers, and storytellers.
  • Last Refurbished:
    Feb - 2021
  • Ship Length:
    504 ft (153.6 m)
  • Beam:
    71 ft (21.6 m)
  • Draft:
    17 ft (5.2 m)
  • Gross Tonnage:
    19,200
  • Maximum Speed:
    18 knots
  • Number of Crew:
    217
  • Passenger Capacity:
    330
  • Number of Decks:
    7
  • Number of Staterooms:
    159
  • Number of Suites:
    9
The colorfully painted beach houses of Slovenia as seen from a cave
Don't Miss Out on Any Trip Enhancing Shore Excursions!
Immerse yourself in local culture with authentic cooking classes, traditional dance lessons, and unforgettable visits to historical landmarks during your cruise shore excursions.
A beautiful wooden foyer with luxury seating and shelves filled with fine items
Extend Your Trip with Immersive Pre-Cruise or Post-Cruise Stays
Enjoy the local culture and savor delicious cuisine with pre-cruise or post-cruise stays, ensuring a seamless transition between your land and sea adventures.