Tahiti and Polynesia

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Round trip Air from Toronto to Tahiti, Polynesia. Round trip Scenic Ferry Transfer to Moorea, Polynesia. 1 night Hotel Papeete (Tahiti) 4 Star City tour of Papeete upon arrival 2 nights Hotel Hilton Moorea including breakfast. 10-­‐Night cruise onboard Ocean Princess. Transfers between Airport, Ship, Hotel, Ferries. All meals, snacks and entertainment onboard ship, Captain’s & BOB’S cruises Cocktail Party. Services of Tour Leaders* based on minimum bookings. Society Islands
Tahiti and Polynesia
Ocean Princess
February 7th – 22nd, 2014
Not Included: Onboard gratuities, incidentals, taxes, checked Price per person in Canadian Dollars Category MC Category ME Category BB Category BE Mini Suite Mini Suite Balcony Stateroom Balcony Stateroom Double Single 3RD $5,995 $5,895 $5,595 $5,495 $9,295 $9,195 $8,495 $8,295 $4,595 $4,495 $4,395 $4,295 Prices include air from Toronto. Vancouver departures, deduct $200. Please inquire for departures from other cities. Terms and Conditions 1. Prices are in Canadian Dollars, per person. 2. A deposit of $750 per person is required to secure space. 3. Taxes and Surcharges, add $325. 4. Final payment is due November 1, 2013. 5. Fuel surcharge is payable at final payment, if applicable. 6. Bob’s cruises recommends RBC Travel Insurance. Cancellation Penalty § 95 -­‐75 Days prior to departure, 50% of total fare. § 74-­‐45 Days prior to departure, 75% of total fare. § 45 Days prior to departure, non-­‐refundable. French Polynesia is a mesmerizing wonderland of reef -fringed islands
- a destination plentiful in adventure, dramatic waterfalls and
www.bobscruises.com For more information or to book this tour, please call: 635 Fourth Line, Oakville, Ontario L6L 5W4 905-­‐338-­‐2077 or 1-­‐800-­‐361-­‐6688 Ontario TICO Registration #4406856 162-­‐3105 Dayanee Springs Blvd, Coquitlam, BC V3E 0C2 604-­‐468-­‐2624 or 1-­‐866-­‐682-­‐2627 BC Agency Registration #3400-­‐5 breathtaking translucent turquoise seas. A destination somewhere
between here and the end of the earth, these islands are scattered in an
archipelago larger than Europe! Renew your soul and make your
dream to the Pacific a reality!
Begin your journey to paradise with 2 days to explore the peaceful unsurpassed
beauty of Moorea. We will then transfer to Tahiti where your ship awaits – board
the Ocean Princess for a 10-night sailing from Tahiti visiting the Society Islands
of Bora Bora, Huahine, Raiatea and the Tuamotu Island of Rangiroa.
Date
Itinerary at a Glance
Fri., Feb. 7
Depart by air to Tahiti. Overnight flight.
Sat., Feb. 8
Arrive Tahiti. Morning city tour. Overnight Papeete.
Sun., Feb. 9
Enjoy leisure morning, transfer to Ocean Princess.
Mon., Feb. 10
Tahiti (Papeete), French Polynesia
Tue., Feb. 11
Huahine, Polynesia
Wed., Feb. 12
At Sea
Thur., Feb. 13
Rangiroa, Polynesia
Fri., Feb. 14
At Sea
Sat., Feb. 15
Arrive
Depart
Overnight
5:00 PM
8:00 AM
5:00 PM
8:00 AM
5:00 PM
Raiatea, French Polynesia
6:00 AM
11:00 PM
Sun., Feb. 16
Bora Bora, French Polynesia
8:00 AM
Mon., Feb. 17
Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Tue., Feb. 18
Moorea, Polynesia
8:00 AM
8:00 PM
Tue., Feb. 18
Tahiti (Papeete), French Polynesia
8:00 PM
Overnight
Wed., Feb. 19
Disembark ship. Transfer to Moorea. Overnight Hilton Moorea.
7:00 AM
Thur., Feb. 20
Enjoy leisure day in Moorea. Overnight Hilton Moorea.
Fri., Feb. 21
Leisure morning, inter island transfer to Tahiti (Papeete).
Transfer to airport for overnight flight home.
Arrive home city.
Sat., Feb. 22
Overnight
5:00 PM
Tahiti (Papeete), French Polynesia Tahiti is not just an island -­‐ Tahiti has always been a state of mind. The bustling capital of Tahiti and her islands, Papeete is the chief port and trading center, as well as a provocative temptress luring people to her shores. Immortalized in the novel "Mutiny on the Bounty," who could blame the men of "HMS Bounty" for abandoning their ship in favor of basking in paradise? And what would Modern Art be without Tahiti's influence on Gauguin and Matisse? Today the island is a charming blend of Polynesian "joie de vivre" and Gallic sophistication. But venture out from Papeete and you find a landscape of rugged mountains, lush rainforests, cascading waterfalls and deserted beaches. Contrasting with other French Polynesian ports, Papeete's coastline initially greets you with a vista of commercial activity that graciously gives way to both black and white sand beaches, villages, resorts and historic landmarks. Tahiti -­‐ just the word -­‐ the world’s definition of paradise. Huahine, Polynesia One of Polynesia's best-­‐kept secrets -­‐ Huahine, the "Wild Island" in the Society Islands -­‐ lies just over a hundred miles from Tahiti. The two islands of Huahine: Huahine Nui and Huahine Iti (Big Island and Little Island), are surrounded by a deep lagoon encircled by a coral necklace. Connected by a bridge, both islands boast white sand beaches, vanilla plantations, friendly and easy-­‐going islanders, and some of Polynesia's most significant cultural sites. Rangiroa, Polynesia Rangiroa, meaning "huge sky," is the largest atoll of Tahiti and her islands, and one of the four largest in the world. It has more than 240 motu (islets) separated by more than 100 "hoa," small channels that make up its ring of coral, and in the center of the inside lagoon is the Paio Motu. Discover this long ribbon of islets located in the middle of the Pacific Ocean and marvel at the incomparable brilliant colors of the lagoon. Rangiroa features a palm-­‐fringed coast and warm, blue tropical waters. The ship's tender will drop you off at the pier, affording you the opportunity to stroll the coastal road or do a bit of beachcombing. Rangiroa is famous for its surrounding coral reef and marine life. Be sure to spend at least part of Raiatea, French Polynesia the day enjoying the ocean in this very unique and Considered the second largest island in French Polynesia, rarely visited coral atoll. Raiatea is situated approximately 120 miles northwest of Tahiti. For the Polynesian "Maohi," ancestor of today's Tahitian, Raiatea was known as "Sacred Havai'i" and was the center of royalty, religion, culture and history. The principal village is Uturoa, with a population of over 10,000. This bustling port town features a colorful market and arts and crafts shops along the waterfront. Raiatea is currently undergoing a renaissance, with special attention being given to preserve the island's rich culture and heritage. Raiatea's importance as both a religious and historical center for all of Polynesia is complemented by a wealth of archaelogical sites, tropical scenery and reef fringed lagoons. Ocean Princess®
If there’s an ocean, then this intimate ship can take you there! Ocean Princess is one of the Small
Ships of Princess®, reserved for sailing some of the most exotic destinations in the world. Onboard
you’ll bond with a smaller community of just 680 passengers as you indulge in the warm, welcoming
service for which Princess Cruises is renowned. Celebrate a special occasion or treat yourself to an
incredible meal freshly prepared in one of our elegant restaurants, the Sterling Steakhouse or
Sabatini’s, featuring menus your taste buds won’t soon forget.
Bora Bora, French Polynesia Majestic mountains sculpted by ancient volcanoes, a shimmering lagoon and a barrier reef dotted with tiny motu, or islets -­‐ welcome to Bora Bora, perhaps the most stunning island in the South Pacific. Only 4,600 people live a seemingly idyllic lifestyle in the main villages of Vaitape, Anau and Faanui. No wonder those generations of travelers -­‐ including novelist James Michener -­‐ regarded Bora Bora as an earthly paradise. Connected to its sister islands by water and by air -­‐ the landing strip sits atop Motu Mute, one of the reef's islets -­‐ Bora Bora remains relatively unspoiled by the modern world. Moorea, Polynesia To discover the storied Polynesia of Melville, Gauguin and Michener, you have to travel to Tahiti's outer islands. Moorea, the former haunt of Tahitian royalty, is one such island where you still see fishermen paddling outrigger canoes, pareo-­‐clad women strolling along the roads and children fishing from island bridges. Moorea is an island of vertiginous mountains, which soars magically out of the ocean in an explosion of green velvet. A wide, shallow lagoon surrounds the island’s vertical mountains where poetic threads of waterfalls tumble down fern-­‐softened cliffs. Peaceful meadows flanked by pinnacles of green will fill your senses and renew your belief in majesty of nature. A favourite among repeat visitors who all agree: The beauty of Moorea is unforgettable…Aimeo|Te Rara Varu -­‐ the island’s poetic name, comes from eight majestic mountain ridges; however, the name was later changed to Moorea – meaning “Yellow lizard” – following a dream by a high priest. Polynesian legend describes the panorama of volcanic ridges as the second dorsal fin of the fish that became the island of Tahiti. These pinnacles later inspired the mythical “Bali Hai” that was based on James Michener’s book, Tales of the South Pacific. BOB’S Cruises & Tours
Overview
BOB’S Cruises & Tours is a Canadian-owned travel company with offices in Oakville
(Toronto) and Vancouver. We offer cruises, cruise-tours and land tours both individual
and groups. What makes us unique with a number of our tours is the creative touches
included in our programs – generally as a result of our vivid imagination and years of
travel to pretty much all corners of the world.
Our knowledgeable and experienced staff can assist you in all areas of your trip including
destination information, tours, cruise-ship details, airline tickets and hotels. We can even
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