FIVE ARCHIPELAGOS. TWO SHIPS. ONE TEMPTING OFFER. French Polynesia unfolds across five archipelagos, each with its own character and story to tell. The Society Islands, Tuamotus, and Marquesas have long tempted travelers to its shores, while the Gambier and Austral islands remain among the least explored corners of the South Pacific. FIVE ARCHIPELAGOS. TWO SHIPS. ONE TEMPTING OFFER. French Polynesia unfolds across five archipelagos, each with its own character and story to tell. The Society Islands, Tuamotus, and Marquesas have long tempted travelers to its shores, while the Gambier and Austral islands remain among the least explored corners of the South Pacific.

Enjoy $1,000 Shipboard Credit per suite or stateroom

PONANT EXPLORATIONS’ Le Jacques Cartier now reaches all five French Polynesia archipelagos, including Gambier and Austral, where a cathedral of coral rises in a lagoon few will ever see, and a scattering of islands so far flung they keep the modern world at bay. Alongside her, sister brand Paul Gauguin Cruises reveals the artful authenticity of the Society Islands, Tuamotus, and Marquesas aboard the beloved m/s Paul Gauguin, an award-winning ship purpose-built for these waters.

Both brands share a commitment to all-inclusive luxury, French elegance, and genuine encounters with the places and people that make this part of the world extraordinary. Aboard select Le Jacques Cartier 2026/2027 departures and on all 2026/2027 Paul Gauguin Cruises departures, take advantage of a $1,000 Shipboard Credit when you reserve by October 31, 2026, with promo code TEMPTAH. Book now and enjoy included Bonus Savings up to 30%. Members of the PONANT Yacht Club may combine their membership savings up to 12.5% for even more value.

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Two Ways to Experience French Polynesia

Le Jacques Cartier brings PONANT’s renowned spirit of discovery to immersive exploration in Tahiti, finding a seasonal home in the shallow lagoons and quiet anchorages few ships ever reach. On voyages year-round, m/s Paul Gauguin reveals the authentic beauty of French Polynesia with enriching insight shared by local Tahitians who live aboard to share the culture of their home islands.

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Journeys Enhanced with $1,000 Shipboard Credit

This offer is available on the following Le Jacques Cartier departures:

*Price displayed is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability, and subject to change at any time. The category of stateroom to which this price applies may no longer be available. The price includes the Ponant Bonus discount.

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*Terms & Conditions - Receive a $1,000 USD SBC per stateroom or suite ($500 USD for single occupancy) on select PONANT EXPLORATIONS Le Jacques Cartier French Polynesia sailings between August 1, 2026 – December 31, 2027. Valid for new bookings created and deposited between August 1, 2026 and October 31, 2026. Mention code TEMPTAH at time of booking. There is no cash value for unused shipboard credits. Maximum $1,000 USD shipboard credit per booking. Shipboard credit on Le Jacques Cartier will be dispersed in the equivalent converted value in Euros, the onboard currency. Booking must be made via the Americas office in USD. Offer is combinable with Ponant Bonus, PONANT Yacht Club Savings, Strategic Account Amenity Programs, Onboard Savings. Offer is not combinable with Reduced Single Supplement (0%-85%), Roadshow or Webinar discount, group pricing, Interline, reduced rate or free of charge bookings. Fares are in USD, per guest, and inclusive of port taxes, fees, and up to 30% Bonus Savings. Price varies by departure and are subject to change without notice and based on availability. Offers are subject to change without notice. Other restrictions may apply. Call for details. All rights reserved.