Crociera Windstar Star Breeze: Dreams of Tahiti

Papeete is the vibrant capital of French Polynesia. It enchants visitors with its unique mix of Polynesian culture and modern influences. With its bustling streets, colourful markets and lively performances of local dance and music. Don't miss the local handicraft market, and taste Polynesian cuisine in the restaurants and street-side kiosks, or simply stroll along the waterfront to admire the beauty of the harbour., departure for at 18h00. Only a 30 minute ferry ride from Papeete, the charming island of Moorea is less populated and developed than its famous neighbor. An early morning ferry or plane ride will get to Moorea in time to take a tour (for which you'll need a 4x4 vehicle) of this gorgeous island's north shore, with the awesome view over the picturesque Cook's and Opunohu bays from Le Belvédère lookout. Don't forget to take a four-wheel-drive safari excursion, with a ride into the interior and a dip under a waterfall. After dark you can attend the dance show at Tiki Theatre Villag Spending a day out on the water is a must on Moorea, and every hotel offers a half- or full-day lagoon excursion. The usual route takes you across the water to a motu (small islet) out on the reef for some swimming, snorkeling, and a barbecue lunch that may consist of fish your crew caught on the way out. You may have spotted dolphins playing on your Moorea lagoon excursion, but you'll learn a lot more about these friendly mammals on a trip with a marine biologist.,

Time at leisure for optional activities, departure for at 17h00. The mountainous land you can see on the horizon from Huahine or Bora Bora may appear to be one island, but it actually is two, Raiatea and Tahaa, which are enclosed by a single barrier reef. This is French Polynesia's yacht-chartering center. There are no beaches on either Raiatea or Tahaa other than a few on islets out on the reef, and except for sailing and cruise-ship visits, tourism is not an important part of their economies. Raiatea, the largest of the Leeward Islands, in the old day was the religious center of all the Society Islands, including Tahiti. Legend also has it that the great Polynesian voyagers who discovered and colonized Hawaii and New Zealand left from there. Archaeological discoveries have substantiated the link with Hawaii. Today, Raiatea (pop. 10,000) is still important as the economic and administrative center of the Leeward Islands. Next to Papeete, the town of Uturoa (pop. 4,000) is the largest settlement and is one of the most important transportation hubs in French Polynesia. A modern cruise-ship terminal and welcome center dominate Uturoa's waterfront. Tahaa is much smaller than Raiatea. It's a lovely island, with a few very small villages sitting deep in bays that cut into its hills.,

Departure for at 06h00, time at leisure for optional activities,

Time at leisure for optional activities, departure for at 17h00. Perhaps the most lauded honeymoon spot on the planet, Bora Bora benefits from its natural lagoon that’s monitored by the imposing, majestic Mount Otemanu. The clear, warm waters are filled with colorful fish and majestic rays, and most visitors spend as much time here as possible.,

Time at leisure for optional activities,

Unscheduled time, departure for at 21h00.

You can pronounce Uainée in the French manner or aspirate the “h” as the Polynesians do, but the fact remains that Huahine is a beautiful island and also one of the three most important Polynesian archaeological sites, along with Easter Island and Raiatea. The ancient chiefs built a series of marae here, which have been restored and tell the story of these peoples. Technically, it consists of two islands, Huahine Nui and Huahine Iti (Big and Little Huahine, respectively). Quieter and more relaxed than the other islands, Huahine also has one of the most beautiful beaches in French Polynesia, along Baie Avea. And if you want to see how the South Seas appeared to the first explorers, head to the village of Fare., time at leisure for optional activities. Departure for at 21h00,

We disembark at 09h00,