ULTIMATECRUISING.COM.AU OR CALL US ON 1300 485 846 TAHITI MARQUESAS ISLANDS $8,899PP PACKAGE #176 Discover the fascinating history, culture and scenic beauty of Tahiti s remote Marquesas Islands with the working freighter, Aranui 5. This ruggedly beautiful archipelago has inspired many artists including Paul Gauguin and they remain uncommercialised and naturally stunning. The 13 night voyage begins in Papeete, heading for the Marquesas Islands and returning via Bora Bora. This is a unique voyage where you can experience life onboard a freighter ship as the crew deliver essential supplies to isolated villages providing an essential link to the outside world. Watching the dexterity of the crew as they unload food, electrical goods and even cars is simply fascinating! Whilst the Aranui 5 is a freighter, the Aranui 5 has been purpose-built for this destination and provides plenty of passenger space and spacious and comfortable accommodations. With two lounges, four bars, conference rooms, swimming pool, massage room, gym and more, the Aranui 5 takes freighter cruising to a whole new level LET THE MAGIC OF THE MARQUESAS CAPTIVATE YOU - THIS TRULY IS A CRUISE OF A LIFETIME! YOUR ARANUI 5 TAHITI CRUISE PACKAGE SUITS THOSE LOOKING FOR SOFT ADVENTURE AND IS FULLY INCLUSIVE OF: return economy class airfares ex Sydney/Melbourne or Brisbane to Papeete transfer from Papeete airport to accommodation pre/post cruise accommodation transfer from accommodation to wharf 13 night Aranui 5 freighter cruise ex Papeete all meals on board including glass of wine with lunch and dinner shore excursions throughout 17 night packages from AUD$8899* (Senior Special) per person twin share ex Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane. Includes $500pp saving - available on selected voyages only (see below). * Conditions Apply SPECIALS The SPECIALS (Voyages 11/12/13/14) offer a $500pp discount ($1,000 per Twin Share/$500 per Single) on the Ocean View Stateroom cabin price. The discount does not apply to the cruise taxes, nor airfare, accommodation or transfer costs. SCHEDULES: Additional pre/post nights may be required in Tahiti so depending on your voyage, your package may be 16, 17, 18 or 19 nights. The above special is based on the 18 night package. Please refer to the following: 2018: Saturday sailings - 17 night package - 13 Night cruise plus 4 nights pre/post accommodation Tuesday sailings - 18 night package - 13 Night cruise plus 5 nights pre/post accommodation Thursday sailings - 19 night package - 13 Night cruise plus 6 nights pre/post accommodation 2019: In 2019, the Aranui 5 cruise becomes a 12 night voyage and there will be no Tuesday sailing. The schedule for 2019 is as follows: Saturday sailings - 17 night package - 12 night cruise plus 5 nights pre/post accommodation Thursday sailings - 16 night package - 12 night cruise plus 4 nights pre/post accommodation
Should you wish to extend your stay and add a stop in Moorea or one of the other islands, we are most happy to assist. Please contact us to discuss your requirements. It is essential to book well in advance for this cruise as with limited capacity, the voyages sell out months in advance. VIEW VIDEO CRUISE CATEGORY Freighter Purpose Built Soft Adventure Solo Traveller ONBOARD FEATURES Meals + Wine On-Board Lecturer Shore Excursions Solo Traveller Friendly BONUS OFFER Complimentary chauffeur driven luxury car transfers to/from your international airport (within 35 km) TRIP ITINERARY Day 1 Australia-Papeete Depart Australia Arrive Papeete (crossing dateline) Day 1 Papeete At leisure in Papeete Day 2 Papeete At leisure in Papeete Day 3 Papeete Embark Aranui 5 Day 4 Tuamoto Archipelago - Takapoto Day 5 At Sea Day 6 Nuku Hiva Day 7 Ua Pou Day 8 Tahuata Day 9 Fatu Hiva Day 10 Hiva Oa Day 11 Ua Huka Day 12 Nuku Hiva Day 13 At Sea Day 14 Rangiroa, Tuamotu Islands Day 15 Bora Bora, Society Islands Day 16 Papeete Disembark Aranui 5 Overnight Papeete Day 17 Papeete-Australia Depart Papeete (cross dateline)
Day 18 Australia Arrive SYD/MEL/BNE THE VESSEL TECHNICAL DETAILS TONNAGE 3200 BUILT DATE 2015 CAPACITY 254 LENGTH 126MM CRUISE CATEGORY FREIGHTER STYLE PURPOSE BUILT VESSEL ARANUI 5 Aranui Cruises' Aranui 5 is totally unique being designed and purpose-built as a mixed passenger and freighter cruise ship operating between Tahiti and the Marquesas. Elegantly appointed with a distinctly Tahitian decor, the Aranui 5 takes freighter cruising to a whole new level. VESSEL FEATURES ALL MEALS MEDICAL SERVICES ON-BOARD LECTURER POOL &/OR SPA SHORE EXCURSIONS
DEPARTURES From Sydney/Melbourne/Brisbane Voyage Date - 22 May to 10 June 2018 $9,299 Seniors Special! OCEAN VIEW STATEROOM - TW IN SHARE 19 NIGHT PACKAGE Last cabins! OCEAN VIEW STATEROOM - TW IN SHARE 18 NIGHT PACKAGE Voyage Date - 10 June to 28 June 2018 $9,099 Seniors Special! Voyage Date - 28 June to 15 July 2018 $8,899 Seniors Special! OCEAN VIEW STATEROOM - TW IN SHARE
Voyage Date - 17 July to 05 August 2018 $9,799 19 NIGHT PACKAGE Voyage Date - 05 August to 23 August 2018 $9,599 18 NIGHT PACKAGE Voyage Date - 23 August to 09 September 2018 $9,399 Solo Traveller deal available on this package Voyage Date - 11 September to 30 September 2018 $9,799 19 NIGHT PACKAGE Voyage Date - 30 September to 18 October 2018 $9,599 18 NIGHT PACKAGE Hurry! Last cabins! Voyage Date - 18 October to 04 November 2018 $9,399 Solo Traveller deal available on this package Voyage Date - 06 November to 25 November 2018 $9,799 19 NIGHT PACKAGE Voyage Date - 23 November to 13 December 2018 $9,599 18 NIGHT PACKAGE Voyage Date - 13 December to 30 December 2018 $9,399 Solo Traveller deal available on this package
Voyage Date - 24 January to 09 February 2019 $9,299 Save 10%! Voyage Date - 12 February to 27 February 2019 $9,099 Save 10%! Voyage Date - 28 February to 16 March 2019 $9,299 Save 10%! Voyage Date - 04 April to 20 April 2019 Voyage Date - 25 April to 11 May 2019 Voyage Date - 14 May to 29 May 2019 Voyage Date - 30 May to 15 June 2019 Voyage Date - 18 June to 03 July 2019 Voyage Date - 04 July to 20 July 2019
Voyage Date - 23 July to 07 August 2019 Voyage Date - 08 August to 24 August 2019 Voyage Date - 27 August to 11 September 2019 Voyage Date - 12 September to 28 September 2019 $9,299 Seniors Special! Voyage Date - 01 October to 16 October 2019 Voyage Date - 17 October to 02 November 2019 Voyage Date - 05 November to 20 November 2019 Voyage Date - 21 November to 07 December 2019 Voyage Date - 12 December to 29 December 2019 $10,329 Marquesan Art Festival Voyage
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