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YOUR EXCITING DAY BY DAY ITINERARY

THURSDAY, MARCH 5 FLY TO PAPEETE, TAHITI
Today you’re on your way to Tahiti! Board your flight to Los Angeles where you’ll connect with your non-stop flight to Papeete, Tahiti. Relax and enjoy in-flight meals and entertainment. Late this evening you’ll land at the capitol city of French Polynesia. Transfer to the nearby InterContinental Tahiti Resort where your oceanview room will be available immediately.

FRIDAY, MARCH 6 INTERCONTINENTAL RESORT
Awake on your island paradise and savor a sumptuous buffet breakfast. Relax on your private lanai, take a refreshing swim, or sip a cool tropical drink. It is your first day in paradise!

SATURDAY, MARCH 7 WELCOME ABOARD THE PAUL GAUGUIN
Enjoy a relaxing morning beginning with the InterContinental’s sumptuous buffet breakfast. This afternoon, transfer to the intimate Paul Gauguin.. This luxurious yet casual, ultra-deluxe vessel will be your home for the next week. Bon voyage!

SUNDAY, MARCH 8 RAIATEA
This morning, meet Mark and your fellow cruisers for a fun-filled welcome get-together. Then, explore Raiatea, the island that was once the cultural, religious, royal and political heart of Polynesia. Tonight, meet the captain at his welcome aboard cocktail party!

MONDAY, MARCH 9 MOTU MAHANA
This might be the day you will remember forever! Welcome to your own private South Seas fantasy island. White sand beaches…swaying palms…crystal-clear waters…delicious barbecue lunch…Polynesian entertainment…and complimentary bar all make for a perfect day.

TUESDAY, MARCH 10 BORA BORA - PRIVATE COCKTAIL PARTY
If there is a more stunningly beautiful island anywhere on earth, it hasn’t been discovered yet. Choose from an array of exciting optional excursions, from a shark- and ray-feeding excursion to a thrilling helicopter ride over the ship and island. Tonight, gather with Mark and your fellow cruisers for a private cocktail party.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11 BORA BORA
Explore this magical island on your own or choose another optional excursion, such as a 4-wheel drive safari. Tonight, watch for that perfect sunset as we set sail before another fabulous dinner.

THURSDAY, MARCH 12 MOOREA
Moorea’s incredible rugged beauty is sure to captivate you. Shop for local crafts, go dolphin-watching, or relax on a palm-fringed beach. It’s another day in paradise!

FRIDAY, MARCH 13 MOOREA – FAREWELL GET-TOGETHER
Meet with Mark and your fellow Belling cruisers for a private edition of Mark’s show. Then, you have yet another day to discover the secrets of this magical island. During dinner tonight, the Paul Gauguin arrives back at Papeete on the main island of Tahiti.

SATURDAY, MARCH 14 DISEMBARK – HOTEL DAY ROOM
This morning say goodbye to your ship and crew, but it’s not over! After leaving the ship, embark on a complimentary panoramic tour of Tahiti followed by an afternoon stay at one of Tahiti’s fine resort hotels. This evening, transfer to the airport for your flight back to the USA.

SUNDAY, MARCH 15 ARRIVE IN THE USA
This morning you arrive in Los Angeles where you will clear U.S. Customs and connect with your flight to Milwaukee.