The adventure continues toward the Solomon Islands, stopping at Honiara on Guadalcanal. Here, the scenery shifts between tropical cascades and rolling verdant hills. Further west lies Papua New Guinea, a land of immense cultural depth housing over 700 distinct ethnic groups within a largely untouched wilderness. After visiting Dili, the capital of East Timor, you will cross into the Indonesian archipelago. A highlight awaits at Komodo National Park, where prehistoric monitors roam across a rugged, sun-drenched terrain. Your expedition concludes on the iconic island of Bali—a sanctuary famous for its warm hospitality, terraced rice paddies, spiritual rituals, and thriving coral reefs

 

 

Designed specifically to glide in luxury through the shallow seas of the South Pacific, The Gauguin is a small-ship cruiser’s dream. She delivers travelers to intimate ports inaccessible to larger cruise ships, all the while providing a travel experience that is nothing short of luxurious. Once on board, guests enjoy newly-decorated spacious suites and staterooms (nearly 70% with private balconies), an onboard watersports marina, three dining venues, an extensive spa, and five-star service. Life on The Gauguin also reflects the beauty and rich cultural heritage of the islands she calls upon, with a warm, friendly feel, informal setting, and even a beloved troupe of Les Gauguins and Les Gauguines—local Tahitians who serve as onboard hosts and hostesses, entertainers, and storytellers.