Polynesia: Pearls of Paradise
 
Papeete to Lautoka
Thu Jan 2, 2025 - Tue Jan 14, 2025,
 12 days
 on Star Breeze
?All-inclusive from
$5,667
?Cruise Only From
$4,599
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ITINERARY AND SHORE EXCURSIONS

The best on land brought to you by the best at sea. Get to the heart of local cultures with Windstar shore excursions. You don't want to just dip a toe in local culture, you want to dive into the deep end, and that's exactly what Windstar shore excursions are designed to do. All of our excursion are created to provide authentic local experience - the kind travelers like you are looking for. And with more than 2,500 excursions to choose from, you can experience your destination in whatever way is most meaningful to you. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, a foodie, a history buff, or someone who loves to get to know the faces behind the many places we travel.

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Thu Jan 2
Papeete
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Depart:6:00 PM
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Relax on sunny beaches, sample Tahitian fare, and take in the effervescent spirit of the city. But whatever you do, save time — and luggage space — for shopping. Black pearls and colorful crafts fill the market and local treasures are so plentiful you’ll have trouble making your choices but you won't be bothered with large crowds and big tour groups because French Tahiti is only accessible to small ships like ours.
Fri Jan 3
Bora Bora
Arrive:8:00 AM
Depart:5:00 PM
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Our stay here allows plenty of time to capture the beauty in photographs — and you’ll want plenty. These stunning waters will show a different kaleidoscope of blue in each frame. You’ll have lots of options for exploration, whether you prefer the access provided by a 4-by-4, or the thrill of riding in the open air. Stretch out on stunning white-sand beaches, dive and swim in brightly colored seas, or sail among the tiny islands and lagoons. But the highlight here will be the Windstar Exclusive Destination Discovery Event on a private mote complete with fird dancers. This is the stuff that dreams are made of and available to small ships.
12 Shore Excursions Available
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Bora Bora: 2 Tank Certified DiveEssentials Collection | Snorkeling | Wildlife
Duration4 Hours
Activity LevelStrenuous
$319Per Person
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Bora Bora by 4-Wheel DriveCulture | Essentials Collection | Outdoors
Duration3.5 Hours
Activity LevelStrenuous
$139Per Person
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Bora Bora: AquaSafariEssentials Collection | Watersports | Wildlife
Duration2 Hours
Activity LevelStrenuous
$159Per Person
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Bora Bora, Concierge Collection: Bora Bora by Jet SkiBeach | Concierge Collection | Outdoors | Refreshments | Watersports
Duration2.5 Hours
Activity LevelStrenuous
$499Per Person
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Bora Bora, Deluxe Lagoon TourBeach | Boating | Essentials Collection | Refreshments | Snorkeling
Duration2 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$169Per Person
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Bora Bora, Half Day Eco Snorkeling Shared BoatConcierge Collection | Outdoors | Sightseeing | Snorkeling
Duration3.5 Hours
Activity LevelStrenuous
$149Per Person
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Bora Bora: Glass Bottom BoatBoating | Essentials Collection | Outdoors | Wildlife
Duration1.5 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$79Per Person
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Bora Bora, Concierge Collection: Helicopter FlightConcierge Collection | Sightseeing
Duration Hour
Activity LevelModerate
$469Per Person
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Bora Bora: Island DiscoveryCulture | Essentials Collection | Sightseeing | Refreshments
Duration2.5 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$79Per Person
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Bora Bora, Concierge Collection: Lagoon & Cultural TourBoating | Concierge Collection | Culture | Dining | Snorkeling | Wildlife
Duration6 Hours
Activity LevelModerate
$299Per Person
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Bora Bora: Discover SCUBAEssentials Collection | Snorkeling | Wildlife
Duration2 Hours
Activity LevelStrenuous
$219Per Person
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Bora Bora: Snorkel Safari & Stingray EncounterBoating | Essentials Collection | Snorkeling | Wildlife
Duration3 Hours
Activity LevelModerate
$129Per Person
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Sat Jan 4
AT SEA
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Sun Jan 5
Avatiu
Arrive:9:00 AM
Depart:5:00 PM
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The natural playground of Rarotonga is the hub of the Cook Islands. Surrounded by a lagoon, it offers palm-studded white-sand beaches, excellent snorkeling in the sparkling blue waters of Muri Lagoon and lush jungle forests. Just 20 miles (32 km) around, this popular island is becoming a foodie location with its numerous cafes and artisan and organic food scene. Other sights to see include Te Rua Manga peak (“The Needle”) and Takitumu Conservation Area.
Mon Jan 6
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Tue Jan 7
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Wed Jan 8
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Thu Jan 9
Nukualofa, Tonatapu
Arrive:10:00 AM
Depart:6:00 PM
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Tonatapu is the main island of Tonga and Nuku’alofa is the capital city and home to the Talamahu Market and the waterfront Royal Palace where the Royal Family resides. Sites to see include the Free Church of Tonga, the Cenotaph, the Royal Tombs and Kingdomkoffie.
Fri Jan 10
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Sat Jan 11
Suva
Arrive:8:00 AM
Depart:6:00 PM
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Welcome to the capital of Fiji with its broad streets, majestic British colonial buildings, lively farmer’s market and lush, green parks. Considered the most multiracial, multicultural country in the South Pacific, find a variety of excellent cuisine here including Indo-Fijian, Chinese, Italian and Japanese. Highlights here include the Fiji museum, Thurston Gardens, Colo-I-Suva Forest Park and Albert Park.
Sun Jan 12
Taveuni
Arrive:8:00 AM
Depart:9:00 PM
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Known as the “Garden Island of Fiji”  cigar-shaped Taveuni’s most famous tourist attraction is Lake Tagimaucia, the habitat of the rare tagimaucia flower. It is also the home of three major diving areas, with Rainbow Reef recognized as one of the world’s best soft coral dives. Two sanctuaries, Ravilevu Nature Reserve and Taveuni Forest Reserve have been created to protect Fiji’s wildlife.
Mon Jan 13
Savusavu
Arrive:7:00 AM
Depart:1:30 PM
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Known as “the hidden paradise of Fiji,” beautiful Savusavu with its abundance of waterfalls, hiking trails, rainforests and black pearls, has recently been realized to be a tourist hotspot. The shabby-chic main street is a hodgepodge of eclectic watering holes, a bustling market, and a variety of shops and cosmopolitan restaurants. Find a black pearl farm, see the Vuadomo and Nakawaga Waterfalls or kayak, snorkel, sail, fish or take an easy hike. Bula!
Tue Jan 14
Lautoka
Arrive:8:00 AM
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Nicknamed the “Sugar City” due to its expansive sugarcane plantations, Lautoka’s biggest employer is the Lautoka Sugar Mill, founded in 1903. Lautoka is the birthplace of PGA star Vijay Singh and is lovely with its tree-lined streets, colonial homes, outdoor markets and a cheerful, vibrant culture. Sights to see include South Sea Orchid Garden, Sabeto Village and Nadi Marketplace or Temple. This is also the place to make time for a relaxing mud pool bath.