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8 Days "Aranui" Freighter Cruise Tour Package Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights Price From: $2,352 pp dbl. occ.
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Itinerary Your Ship The brand new "Aranui III" is a working freighter, the lifeline for the remote Marquesas and a portion of the Tuamotus. The stern portion of the ship is given over to comfortable accommodations for about 200 passengers. You'll travel in the company of like-minded adventure seekers from all corners of the world; the ship's passengers are of every age, background, and nationality. The Islands The rugged Marquesas have no protective barrier reefs, so the surf breaks on shore. (You'll certainly notice this feature when the time comes for your first landfall!) You'll  go ashore in a large longboat, expertly piloted through the surf by the crew. By the way, nearly all the ship's courteous crew hail from Rurutu in the French Polynesian Austral Islands, where the South Pacific's best boatmen come from. The islands often appear uninhabited from the ship, as most villages are located in inland valleys, each separated from the other by steep mountain ridges. On each island, you'll see bays as lovely as any in the South Pacific, yet infinitely wilder than those in the Society chain. The Bay of Virgins and the Bay of Traitors truly take the breath away, and Hakaui Bay on Nuku Hiva may be the loveliest of them all. Your Voyage fter embarking from Nuku Hiva, you'll make landfalls on Tahuata, Fatu Hiva, Hiva Oa, and Ua Huka. These distinctive isles are quite different from Tahiti and her Society Islands sisters. Included in your passage and adding to the spirit of adventure are guided excursions on several of the islands. You'll visit villages few foreigners ever see, where artisans practice the ancient crafts of wood and stone carving. Challenging hikes up into the valleys reveal fascinating artifacts of the old Marquesan culture, such as giant tikis, and stone temples, called ma'ae. You'll return from these trips tired and thoroughly exhilarated by the sights you've seen. Optional swimming parties and shorter, less demanding walks are also offered. Save time, money and stress! For reservations: Fill out the vacation planner to be contacted by our Tahiti cruise vacation specialist. Contact: Travelwizard.com Phone: 1-800-330-8820 or 1-415-446-5252 12/08 |
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