Join the women’s travel club for a fabulous cruise to one of the most beautiful destinations in the world. You will set a leisurely course for the lush Tuamotu and Society Islands, snorkeling amid brightly colored fish and harmless black-tipped sharks in Fakarava’s Blue Lagoon, floating in a glass-bottom boat above vibrant parrot fish and turquoise Napoleon fish off the coast of Rangiroa, and mastering the art of drift snorkeling among the coral and swirling currents near Tahaa. Inhale heady aromatic fragrances of a vanilla drying stall on Huahine. Explore pearl farms on Raiatea and harvest your own Bora Bora black pearl prior to fruity rum cocktails with Chevreffes—shrimp cooked in vanilla-infused coconut milk—and other extraordinary South Pacific cuisine during memorable overnight stays in Raiatea and Bora Bora.
INCLUSIONS & HIGHLIGHTS
- 10 Nights luxury cruise accommodations
- All meals onboard ship
- Captain’s Exclusive Beverage Package
- Unlimited Wifi
- Water Sports Equipment
- Entertainment
- Gratuities
- Women’s Travel Club tour host
ITINERARY
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Day 1 – Welcome to Papeete
Arrive to Papeete and transfer to the port. Your ship, The Star Breeze, is waiting for you. Star Breeze is large enough to pamper and entertain you, yet small enough to tuck into delightful tiny harbors and hidden coves that others can’t reach.
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Day 2 – Day at Sea
Today is the day to get to know the beautiful ship that will be your home for the next 9 nights. This all-suite yacht completed renovation as part of the $250 Million Star Plus Initiative to provide more of what guests love.
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Day 3 – Fakarava
Here is a rare opportunity to experience one of earth’s most beautiful – and most rare – places. Fakarava, a place so stunning, an ecosystem so diverse it has been named a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. This diver’s paradise welcomes you to a world of magnificent cauliflower coral, sleek grey sharks, and neon schools of tropical fish. This “Island of Dreams” is home to rare species of nesting birds and rare marine life living in tranquil harmony.
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Day 4 – Rangiroa
Some people call this place heaven. You will call it perfect. The huge lagoon surrounded by beautiful coral and filled with colorful fish, rays, and dolphin is a diver’s dream. Explore, with an optional tour, in a glass bottom boat, take a dive that matches your level of expertise, or enjoy the magic of drift snorkeling. This is a place like no other on earth.
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Day 5 – Day at Sea
Enjoy another day of relaxation at sea. The Star Breeze offers many activities including, the Spa, Watersports Platform, Lounge, Library, Pool, and Hot Tub.
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Day 6 – Motu Mahaea
You may feel like you and the one you love are having a private “Gilligan’s Island” experience when you explore the deserted soft white sands of this private islet, dotted with swaying palms.
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Day 7 – Bora Bora
Approaching this legendary island’s darkly mysterious volcanic peaks feels like one of those good-to-be-alive movements. There’s something almost sacred about the sight. Once on shore, the swaying palms, white-sand beaches and sea in various shades of turquoise are so seductive they’re nearly hypnotic.
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Day 8 – Bora Bora
Spend anothe day exploring Bora Bora. The diving here is excellent. If diving is new to you, try Discover SCUBA options in shallow water. Or, for something different, choose a Helmut dive, going down 10 feet while tethered (and without wetting your hair), no experience required. The sights under the sea also may also be viewed from glass-bottom boat tours.
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Day 9 – Huahine
Huahine is home to lush forests, vanilla, melon and banana farms, white-sand beaches and quaint rural villages, where residents lead a traditional way of life. Visiting here, amidst the natural beauty, you’ll feel like you’ve discovered a secret place.
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Day 10 – Moorea – Papeete
Moorea is not as well-known to travelers as Bora Bora, but the lush green scenery topped by spectacular volcanic peaks is no less stunning. Your ship will enter the blue waters of a bay that was once the crater of a volcano. Exploring the island, you’ll find waterfalls, fruit tree-filled valleys, and colorful houses in pastel tones – all of which are great photo opportunities for photographers.
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Day 11 – Depart Papeete
It is time to say good-bye to this amazing destination and the great new friends we have made.
**Prices are subject to change and availability. Space is limited and activities and specific hotels are subject to change. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
IMPORTANT DETAILS & PRICING
Rates
Porthole Cabin
Double Occupancy – $5320 USD per person (sharing a room)
Single Occupancy – $8538 USD per person (your own room)
Oceanview Cabin
Double Occupancy – $5795 USD per person (sharing a room)
Single Occupancy – $9369 USD per person (your own room)
Balcony Cabin
Double Occupancy – $7410 USD per person (sharing a room)
Single Occupancy – $12,195 USD per person (your own room)
If you would like the double occupancy rate but don’t have a roommate we will match you with a suitable roommate. The single occupancy rate will give you your own room. Single occupancy may be limited. USD = United States of America dollars.
Payment of 15% due at time of booking.
Final payment due – August 20, 2024
*Windstar Deposits are refundable (minus a $50 handling fee) up to 121 days prior to departure, after 121 days prior to departure all payments are non-refundable Please see full terms and conditions. Prices are subject to change and availability.
Booking Deadline
Book by May 1, 2024. All space is subject to availability and may fill at any time.
Activity Level
Low – Moderate Activity
A fairly relaxed tour with some walking tours and opportunity for swimming and water activities. Some optional excursions may be at a higher activity level.
Group Size
Minimum – 9 members
Maximum – 20 members
Exclusions
- International Airfare
- Visa/passport handling fees
- Meals not listed in itinerary
- Alcoholic Beverages not included in the package
- Personal gratuities
- Optional Activities
- Expenses of a Personal Nature
- Airport transfers
Tour Host
Women’s Travel Club tours are hosted tours. Your tour host is in addition to local tour guides. Your Women’s Travel Club tour host is your tour concierge and there to make sure every part of the tour runs smoothly. Our trained hosts are seasoned travelers who are with you every step of your tour so that you only have to worry about enjoying yourself and having fun.
The Women’s Travel Club Tour Host for this tour is TBA.
Roommate Matching Policy
Roommate matching is done as a courtesy and while most matches result in wonderful friendships, success is not guaranteed. If during the tour you decide you would no longer like to share a room with your roommate you will need to request (and pay for) a single room at all accommodations. This can be shared between the two people in the room if it is a mutual decision. If you are a very light sleeper or snore you may want to consider getting your own single room.
Flight Information
The Women’s Travel Club recommends booking flexible/refundable air tickets when possible. An arrival package will be offered closer to departure that will include flights from Los Angeles, USA and a pre-night hotel.
Arrive to Papeete, French Polynesia – Faa’a International Airport – PPT (Cruise departs at 6 PM)
Depart from Papeete, French Polynesia – Faa’a International Airport – PPT – after noon, ship scheduled to arrive into port at 7 AM but could be delayed.
If you would like assistance booking international flights for your tour please use the form below. The Women’s Travel Club Flight Desk will work with you to arrange the best options.
Our Flight management fee is CAD 100.00 + HST, per tour.
Flight Quote
Travel Insurance:
Out of country medical insurance is required. We strongly recommend that you obtain cancellation and interruption insurance to protect your investment.
Use this link to request an insurance quote.
ACCOMMODATIONS
The Star Breeze
Star Breeze is large enough to pamper and entertain you, yet small enough to tuck into delightful tiny harbors and hidden coves that others can’t reach.
This all-suite yacht completed renovation to provide more of what our guests love. New public areas, including two new dining venues, a new spa, infinity pool, and fitness area. The yacht also boasts all new bathrooms in every suite and a new category of Star suites, featuring a new layout. With ocean views and at least 277 square feet of comfort, Star Breeze is the perfect yacht to watch glaciers and fjords drift by from the serenity of your suite.
Carrying only 312 guests, Star Breeze still tucks into small ports like Sanary-sur-Mer and Wrangell or narrow waterways like the Corinth Canal and Keil Canal.
** Occasionally, due to situations beyond our control, specific hotels may change. Any accommodation changes will be to a similar hotel.
FAQ's
Through our own clients and networking clubs we have realized a general desire for women to travel but they don’t always have a companion. We developed the Women’s Travel Club for these women to have a fun and safe group to travel with. We offer a wide range of destinations, so that there is something for everyone.
We have women of all ages, with the average being 45 to 65 years. However, we do have regular travelers anywhere from 30 years to over 80 years of age.
We do not include international flights in the price of our tours. Not including the cost of international flights in the cost of the tour allows members the flexibility to get the flight schedule, price and class of service that best suits them. The Women's Travel Club flight desk will be happy to help arrange your international flights.
Yes, we always negotiate the best possible single supplement rate for our trips. Single spots fill quickly and may be limited so we suggest you book early for a single spot.
Yes, each of our booking forms has an area for you to request to be matched with a roommate. We get some general information that will help us match you with a great new friend.
Canadian and US citizens do not need a visa for travel to the French Polynesia for up to 90 days. However, travel requirements may change at any time. Please visit your governments travel recommendations page. Canada - Canada Travel Recommendations & Information USA - USA Travel Recommendations & Information
Daily high temperatures are around 86°F, rarely falling below 83°F or exceeding 88°F. Daily low temperatures are around 75°F, rarely falling below 72°F or exceeding 78°F.
Beginning June 1, 2023, Windstar will no longer require guests be vaccinated for COVID-19. Crew will continue to be vaccinated.
Nov 18 - Nov 28, 2024 
