9-night Ancient Polynesia – Tuamotus and Marquesas Islands Cruise

February 8, 2025

Lindblad Expeditions: National Geographic Orion

Roundtrip Papeete

Vacation Offer ID 1491971

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From $12,488

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Cruise Inclusions

9-nights accommodations
All meals aboard ship
And more

Available Add-Ons

Optional roundtrip airfare.
Optional pre or post cruise nights.

Destination Guide
Suggested Shore Excursions

Destination	Arrival	Departure
Air Travel Air Travel 02/09/2025 Depart the U.S. on an overnight flight to Tahiti. Arrive in the early morning on Day 2 and proceed directly to National Geographic Orion for embarkation. While in port this morning, take some time to freshen up and settle into your cabin as we prepare to depart. Alternatively, choose to walk around downtown Papeete and visit the central market where vendors sell fresh fruit, pareos, artwork, and the coveted black pearls. Join us for lunch onboard and be on deck as we set sail from Tahiti toward the Tuamotu Archipelago. This afternoon, meet the staff and fellow travelers and settle into island time. (Day 2: B,L,D),	02/09/2025	02/09/2025
Papeete Papeete 02/09/2025 Depart the U.S. on an overnight flight to Tahiti. Arrive in the early morning on Day 2 and proceed directly to National Geographic Orion for embarkation. While in port this morning, take some time to freshen up and settle into your cabin as we prepare to depart. Alternatively, choose to walk around downtown Papeete and visit the central market where vendors sell fresh fruit, pareos, artwork, and the coveted black pearls. Join us for lunch onboard and be on deck as we set sail from Tahiti toward the Tuamotu Archipelago. This afternoon, meet the staff and fellow travelers and settle into island time. (Day 2: B,L,D),	02/09/2025	02/09/2025
Rangiroa Rangiroa 02/10/2025 Today and tomorrow, we visit the Tuamotu Archipelago. The atoll of Rangiroa is a ring of slender islands known for some of the best diving and snorkeling in French Polynesia. The turquoise lagoon at its center is the second-largest in the world. Kayak, snorkel, and scuba dive in the rich waters here, home to large schools of pelagic fish, manta rays, dolphins, and sea turtles. (B,L,D),	02/10/2025	02/10/2025
Takaroa Takaroa 02/11/2025 Today we'll visit Takaroa Atoll, a remote island nearly 350 miles from Tahiti. We visit the main village and snorkel or dive stunning healthy reefs. Kayak and stand-up paddleboard in its turquoise lagoons and walk pristine beaches beneath coconut palms. (B,L,D),	02/11/2025	02/11/2025
At Sea At Sea 02/12/2025 We will spend the day at sea relaxing en route to the Marquesas. (B,L,D),	02/12/2025	02/12/2025
Hiva Oa, Marquesas	02/13/2025	02/13/2025
Tahuata	02/14/2025	02/14/2025
Nuku Hiva, Marquesas	02/15/2025	02/15/2025
Ua Huka, Marquesas Ua Huka, Marquesas 02/16/2025 We will spend the next four days exploring the Marquesan Islands of Hiva Oa, Tahuata, Nuku Hiva, Ua Huka, and Fatu Hiva. Accompanied by our team of knowledgeable local guides, we'll visit remote island villages to learn about religious rites, see ancient petroglyphs, witness spectacular dance performances at a Marquesan me'ae, sample local foods in the villages, and peruse unique arts and crafts. Choose to attend a local church service with stunningly beautiful music or hike up a valley with naturalists and local guides in search of rare birds and spectacular views. Marvel at the rugged silhouettes of these legendary islands from Zodiacs and kayaks or dive below the surface to see the colorful and spectacular undersea world. (B,L,D),	02/16/2025	02/16/2025
Fatu Hiva, Marquesas Fatu Hiva, Marquesas 02/16/2025 We will spend the next four days exploring the Marquesan Islands of Hiva Oa, Tahuata, Nuku Hiva, Ua Huka, and Fatu Hiva. Accompanied by our team of knowledgeable local guides, we'll visit remote island villages to learn about religious rites, see ancient petroglyphs, witness spectacular dance performances at a Marquesan me'ae, sample local foods in the villages, and peruse unique arts and crafts. Choose to attend a local church service with stunningly beautiful music or hike up a valley with naturalists and local guides in search of rare birds and spectacular views. Marvel at the rugged silhouettes of these legendary islands from Zodiacs and kayaks or dive below the surface to see the colorful and spectacular undersea world. (B,L,D),	02/16/2025	02/16/2025
Puamau, Hiva Oa	02/17/2025	02/17/2025
Atuona	02/18/2025	02/18/2025
Cruise Ends (Debarkation)	02/18/2025	02/18/2025
Air Travel	02/18/2025	02/18/2025
Papeete	02/18/2025	02/18/2025

Lindblad Expeditions: National Geographic Orion

Featuring 53 cabins, the gracious and intimate National Geographic Orion takes travelers to little-known waters and isles in New Zealand, Australia, French Polynesia, the Pacific Islands, Asia, and the Mediterranean to experience each location's natural and cultural wonders up close. National Geographic Orion's elevated maneuverability allows for navigation of inshore waters, secluded bays, and sinuous rivers–practically anywhere accessible by sea.

Ship Highlights

All accommodations are outside, and most cabins feature oversized picture windows that connects with the passing views
The spacious lounge is the heart of expedition community, and is suited for spirited cocktail hours
Relax in the comfort of Orion’s main or observation lounges
Public Spaces such as Library, Bar and Theatre affords stunning 270º views

Ship Statistics

Maiden Voyage: 2003
Registry: Germany

Passenger Capacity: 102

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Bath Robes
Hair Dryer
In-Stateroom Movies
Minibar and/or Refrigerator
Private Safe
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Entertainment

Classes and Workshops
Guest Lecturers
Internet Access
Internet access is available at an additional charge, and there are several ways to get online. A laptop is available in the library with internet connection. Internet access is also available in your cabin via an Ethernet cable using your own laptop. If your laptop is wireless enabled, you may use it anywhere in the observation lounge or the main lounge. A satellite phone is available for phone calls at additional charge, and an Iridium satellite phone is also available for emergency use.

Oceanview

Oceanview Stateroom (01) $12,488

Category: 01

Cat 1 #316, 318-321. Cabins feature a luminous oval window and configurable beds: two single beds, two beds converted to a queen-size bed, or a queen size bed. An armchair, reading lamps, a flat screen TV, and climate controls complete the amenities. Marble bathrooms are generously sized and include a spacious shower stall with a glass door. Dinner is served in the dining room, located on this deck.

Oceanview Stateroom (02) $15,264

Category: 02

Cat 2 #302-312, 314, 315, 317. Cabins feature a luminous oval window and configurable beds: two single beds, two beds converted to a queen-size bed, or a queen size bed. An armchair, reading lamps, a flat screen TV, and climate controls complete the amenities. Marble bathrooms are generously sized, and include a spacious shower stall with a glass door. Dinner is served in the dining room, located on this deck.

Oceanview Stateroom (1S) Call for pricing

Category: 1S

Cat 1S #301, 322, 323. These solo cabins feature a window or two portholes, a queen-size bed, except for #301 which has a double bed, writing desk and chair, climate controls, reading lamps, and a TV. Marble bathrooms are generously sized and include a roomy shower stall with a glass door. Dinner is served in the dining room, located on this deck.

Suite

Suite with Window (03) $18,029

Category: 03

Cat 3 Suite with Window #401-412, 414-419. These suites feature a sitting area with a large window, a sofa–except slightly smaller #401 & #402–an armchair or two, writing/laptop desk, reading lamps, flat screen TV, & climate controls. Beds are configurable (call for details). Marble bathrooms include a spacious shower stall with a glass door. The main lounge is the social heart of the ship, on this deck, along with the outdoor café where breakfast & lunch are served.

Deluxe Suite (04) $19,815

Category: 04

Cat 4 Deluxe Suite with Window #511, 515. These two suites feature separate sleeping and sitting areas, with a chair and armchair and a two-cushion sofa facing an expansive window. Beds are configurable (call for details). Ample storage, reading lamps, a flat screen TV, and climate controls complete the amenities. Marble bathrooms are generously sized and include a spacious shower stall with a glass door.

Suite with French Balcony (05) $23,651

Category: 05

Cat 5 Suite with French Balcony #501, 503-506, 508. These spacious suites feature open living areas and sliding glass doors opening to a shared French balcony. Beds are configurable (call for details.) A sitting area with arm chairs and a sofa, a writing/laptop desk, well-placed reading lamps, a flat screen TV, and climate controls complete the decor. Marble bathrooms are generously sized and include a spacious shower stall with a glass door.

Suite with Window (3S) Call for pricing

Category: 3S

Cat 3S Suite with Window #512. This solo suite features two beds and two large windows, plus two armchairs and small table, reading lamps, a flat screen TV, and climate controls. The marble bathroom is generously sized and includes a spacious shower stall with a glass door.

Prices are per person and include cabin fare, taxes, fees, excursions and all meals while onboard.  Airfare is available at an additional charge unless otherwise stated.

Price is per person, double occupancy.

Costs Include: All accommodations aboard ships or in hotels per itinerary or similar, all meals , nonalcoholic beverages* aboard ship and meals on land as indicated, air transportation where indicated as included, shore excursions, sightseeing and entrance fees, special access permits, transfers to and from group flights, use of taxes and service charges, and services of our expedition staff.
*Alcoholic beverages except super-premium brands and crew tips now included on Explorer and Orion.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

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