Paul Gauguin Cruises offers luxury cruise experiences uniquely tailored to the unparalleled wonders of Tahiti, French Polynesia and the South Pacific. The Paul Gauguin was designed specially to sail the shallow waters of this region, calling at small islands that larger ships can't easily reach. With only 330 guests and a crew-to-guest ratio of 1-to-1.5, the Paul Gauguin boasts an informal and relaxing environment while treating passengers with every luxury and comfort of home, featuring complimentary wine and spirits throughout the ship. As guests sail the beautiful South Pacific, they have the opportunity to take full advantage of their surroundings with the onboard water sports marina. Between ports, you can kayak, paddleboard or even board a Zodiac and take some scuba lessons. When it comes time to step on land, there are numerous shore excursions to choose from, including snorkeling, golf, hiking and more. Paul Gauguin Cruises allows guests to make the most of cruising by transporting them comfortably with the best service the cruise industry has to offer.
| Ship | Year Built | Refurbished | Passengers | Rating |
| Paul Gauguin (PGC) | 1998 | 2021 | 330 |   |
Paul Gauguin Cruises Travel Protection Plan
We recommend an Allianz Global Assistance Travel Protection Plan to help you protect your travel investments, belongings and most importantly, yourself.
| Expedition Plan | |
| Trip Cancellation Coverage | Up to 100% of trip cost ($100,000 max.) |
| Provides reimbursement for prepaid, non-refundable expenses if you must cancel your trip due to a covered reason. | |
| Trip Interruption Coverage | Up to 100% of trip cost ($100,000 max.) |
| Provides reimbursement for the unused, non-refundable portion of your trip and additional transportation costs to return home due to a covered reason. | |
| Emergency Medical/Dental Coverage | $50,000 ($750 Dental Coverage max.) |
| Reimbursement for the cost of treatment associated with a covered medical or dental emergency incurred while traveling. A deductible may apply. Dental sublimit applies. | |
| Emergency Transportation Coverage | $250,000 |
| Provides medically necessary transportation to the nearest hospital or appropriate facility. | |
| Travel Delay Coverage | $1,000 (Delay max: $300 with receipts; $100 without receipts) - Minimum Required Delay - 5 hours |
| Provides reimbursement for certain eligible expenses due to a covered travel delay. | |
| Baggage Loss Coverage | $3,000 ($750 High Value Item max.) |
| Provides reimbursement if your baggage is lost, damaged or stolen while you are traveling. | |
| Baggage Delay Coverage | $1,000 ($100 no receipts max.) - Minimum Required Delay - 12 hours |
| Your baggage is delayed by a common carrier while on your trip for period specified in your plan documents. | |
| Concierge | Included |
| Provides information about your destination before you travel and can help you select restaurants, reserve golf tee times or secure tickets to local events. | |
| 24-Hour Assistance | Included |
| A broad range of services to help you 24 hours a day from anywhere in the world, whether you need emergency cash, flight information, legal assistance, a message sent home or help dealing with a medical emergency. | |
| Pre-Existing Medical Condition Exclusion Waiver | Available |
| A pre-existing medical condition is an injury, illness or medical condition that exhibited symptoms or was treated on, or within the 120 days prior to, the purchase date of your plan. Your plan includes a waiver of the exclusion for pre-existing medical conditions if you meet the requirements listed in your plan (See Plan Details below); otherwise, the exclusion for pre-existing medical conditions will apply. Maximum coverage for pre-existing medical conditions is limited to the trip cancellation or trip interruption coverage limit (as applicable), not to exceed $50,000. | |
Minimum amount of Trip Cancellation and Trip Interruption coverage is $300.
Disclosures
Plans are subject to terms, conditions and exclusions. Plan charge includes the cost of insurance benefits and assistance services.
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Your plan includes a waiver of the exclusion for pre-existing medical conditions if you meet the requirements listed in your plan; otherwise, the exclusion for pre-existing medical conditions will apply. All other terms, conditions, and exclusions apply.
OUR PROMISE TO YOU
If you’re not completely satisfied, you have 15 days (or more, depending on your state of residence) to request a refund, provided you haven’t started your trip or initiated a claim. Premiums are non-refundable after this period.
PLEASE BE ADVISED: This plan contains insurance benefits (which may include disability and/or health insurance benefits) that only apply during the covered trip. This optional coverage may duplicate coverage already provided by your personal auto, home, renter’s, health, life, personal liability, or other insurance policy or source of coverage but may be subject to different restrictions. You should review the terms of this policy with your existing coverage. If you have any questions about your current coverage, call your insurer/health plan or insurance agent/broker. This insurance is not required to purchase any other products/services. Unless licensed, travel retailers and their employees may provide general information about the insurance, including a description of coverage and price, but are not qualified/authorized to answer technical questions about terms, benefits, exclusions, and conditions of the insurance or evaluate the adequacy of existing coverage.
Paul Gauguin Cruises Payments & Refunds
To reserve your cabin and lock in the final price, you will be required to place a deposit on your cruise. After you have placed a deposit to secure your reservation, you will be asked to pay the remaining balance of your fare at the final payment due date.
Deposit and Final Payment
| Deposit Amount | Final Payment Due Date |
| 25% of cruise fare | 90 days prior to departure |
Note: Select promotions require full payment at the time of booking.
Paul Gauguin Cruises accepts Visa, MasterCard and American Express.
Cancellation and Refunds
Penalties may apply if you cancel or change your reservation. Penalties can be up to 100% of the amount paid, and deposits are often non-refundable. We recommend purchasing insurance to protect against covered unexpected events. Please check with your Vacations To Go cruise counselor for cancellation and refund policies for Paul Gauguin Cruises.
Paul Gauguin Cruises offers guests a variety of dining experiences with three onboard restaurants to choose from. Cruisers will encounter a variety of palette-pleasing delicacies, everything from fine French cuisine at L’Etoile to grilled salads and fresh tropical fruit at Le Grill. From the elegant and refined to the cozy and casual, diners are sure to find a place to suit their needs. And should guests desire a late-night snack or dinner alone, Paul Gauguin also offers complimentary 24-hour room service.
Main Dining Room Policies: Paul Gauguin offers open seating in all three of its onboard restaurants.
Dress Code: The evening dress code is always elegant, yet casual. Appropriate attire for men is slacks and a sports shirt, while women are advised to wear slacks and blouse, a sundress or a pantsuit. Please note that jeans, shorts and t-shirts are never appropriate for evening wear onboard.
Beverage Policy: Select wines are served at every meal, compliments of the house. Complimentary beverages, including fine wines and spirits, soft drinks, bottled water, coffee and tea are also served throughout the ship; and each stateroom comes equipped with a bar and refrigerator unit—replenished daily—stocked with complimentary beer, soft drinks and bottled spring water.
Special Requests: Special meals, including “well-being” and vegetarian selections, as well as special dietetic requirements, are available on request.
All dining rooms onboard Paul Gauguin are smoke-free.
For the comfort, convenience, and safety of all our guests, smoking and vaping is prohibited in public rooms, dining rooms, staterooms, suites, and private balconies aboard the ship, and pipe smoking is not allowed on board. Smoking and vaping is permitted only in specifically designated outdoor smoking areas including the forward outdoor areas on Deck 5 (starboard and port sides), La Palette (outside area, starboard side only), and Bar Du Soleil (starboard side only).
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