Experience the beautiful crystal-clear waters and natural beauty of Tahiti on an Exclusive 7-day cruise though the beautiful and magical islands of “Tahiti”. Enjoy an Optional over the Water Bungalow stay before the cruise.
Windstar’s Star Breeze Yacht is an All-Suite Ship. She was completely renovation as part of the $250 Million Star Plus Initiative 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 hidden lagoons and pristine beaches drift by from the serenity of your suite. Carrying only 312 guests, Star Breeze makes Papeete her homeport in February 2024
Day 1: November 27 Papeete, Tahiti. Arrive at the airport and enjoy a private transfer to the Intercontinental hotel. This day is yours at leisure to explore the island, enjoy the onsite amenities and take in the gorgeous Pacific Ocean.
**Please note flights arrive early in the morning. You might consider booking an additional hotel night for November 26 so you can check in and rest on arrival.
Day 2: November 28 Transfer to the boat with a Ship departure at 6:00 PM. (D)
Day 3: November 29 Moorea 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Welcome to paradise, where your stunning surroundings soak up superlatives and call for more. In our stay here you’ll have plenty of time to do it all. Be sure to consider the opportunity to hone your photography talents on an optional tour of the island in the company of a professional photographer. Your choices here are endless. Hike the majestic Three Coconut Trail. Visit dolphins in their native habitat or spend your time swimming and kayaking from Star Breeze’s Watersports Platform as we lay at anchor in these beautiful sapphire seas.
Choose your optional Excursion today. (B,L,D)
Day 4: November 30 RAIATEA 8:00 AM – Overnight here.
“The Sacred Island,” is located just across the lagoon from Tahaa and shares the same barrier reef. (Legend claims the two were a single island until a conger eel possessed by the spirit of a princess separated them.) It used to be the center of religion and culture in the Society Islands. Taputapuatea, on the southeast coast, was once the most important marae around, the place where kings from the neighboring islands would gather for important ceremonies. Uturoa, the main town, reminds some people of Papeete in its younger days with its quaint low-rise buildings. Raiatea is also home to the only navigable river in the islands, the Fa’aroa. Explore Polynesian history or climb Mount Temehani in search of the rare tiare apetahi flower, which grows only here.
Choose your optional Excursion today. (B,L,D)
Day 5: December 1 MOTU MAHAEA (TAHAA) 8:00 AM – 5:0PM
We will spend the day on a private island complete with swaying palm trees and white-sand beaches. Swim, snorkel and enjoy a variety of water sports in the crystal-clear waters. There will be a delicious barbecue lunch and tropical drinks waiting for you. Explore Tahaa with optional excursions to discover the vanilla plantations and sacred sites of the island.
Choose your optional Excursion today. (B,L,D)
Day 6: December 2 Bora Bora
Our stay here allows plenty of time to capture the beauty in photographs — and you’ll want plenty. These stunning waters will show a different kaleidoscope of blue in each frame. You’ll have lots of options for exploration, whether you prefer the access provided by a 4-by-4, or the thrill of riding in the open air. Stretch out on stunning white-sand beaches, dive and swim in brightly colored seas, or sail among the tiny islands and lagoons. But the highlight here will be the Windstar Exclusive Destination Discovery Event on a private mote complete with fire dancers. This is the stuff that dreams are made of and available to small ships. Note: If you intend on attending Destination Discovery, it is recommended to complete any excursions earlier in the day. The tender to the event leaves at 4pm.
Choose your optional Excursion today. (B,L,D)
Day 7: December 3 Bora Bora until 9:00 PM
Our second stay here allows plenty of additional time to attend more excursions as well as capture the beauty in photographs — and you’ll want plenty. These stunning waters will show a different kaleidoscope of blue in each frame. You’ll have lots of options for exploration, whether you prefer the access provided by a 4-by-4, or the thrill of riding in the open air. Stretch out on stunning white-sand beaches, dive and swim in brightly colored seas, or sail among the tiny islands and lagoons. This is the stuff that dreams are made of and available to small ships.
Choose your optional Excursion today. (B,L,D)
Day 8: December 4 HUAHINE 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Anchor here in the place whose nickname is “Garden of Eden.” Take your time to explore the lush forests, the tropical landscapes, and the quaint villages to discover one of Polynesia’s best kept secrets. Here, at a slower pace, see a glimpse of the authentic South Pacific Island lifestyle. Stop by the Maeva archaeological site and wander around the 150-odd marae (temple sites) and 400-year-old stone fish traps that are still in use And you’ll have your pick of the world’s best snorkeling once again.
Choose your optional Excursion today. (B,L,D)
Day 9: December 5 Papeete, Tahiti – December 5th 9:00 AM Disembarkation begins. Transfer to the airport in Papeete for your return flight home. Or enjoy an optional post stay at the Inter-Continental Hotel.
**Please note most flights departs late at night. You might consider a post night stay at the hotel. (B)
Visitors going to Tahiti require a current passport, valid for at least 6 months from the date of departure from the US.
No visa is required for citizens of the U.S., Canada, Mexico or EU
The time zone in Tahiti is UTC. 2 hours earlier from California. 5 hours earlier from Florida.
The average temperature in November is the mid to upper 70″s high, while the average low is high 60″s to low 70″s at night.
The currency is the French Pacific Franc. The best way to get cash in the local currency is from an ATM. Keep in mind that most banks impose a fee every time a card is used at another bank’s ATM, and that fee can be higher for international transactions ($3 ore more) so try to withdraw as few times as possible. Credit cards are accepted by most shops and restaurants. However, check with your credit card company regarding foreign exchange fees and be sure to notify them of your travel beforehand. You will also have a better chance making deals at local shops if paying with cash.
No vaccinations are officially required of travelers to Tahiti.
This tour is Average – Plus for activity. There is walking during the visits to the islands. There is swimming, snorkeling, kayaking at your leisure if you choose. Hiking on uneven surfaces. At each stop we will be walking a good amount. To be able to fully enjoy the tour and participate in scheduled activities, you need to be able to walk, at a leisurely pace, up to 3 or 4 or so miles on some days. You should be able to stand unassisted for up to 30 minutes at times during the tours. You will need be able to keep up with the group without any assistance. This trip is pretty easy for the average person however if you can’t or choose not to participate in certain activities this is at your own discretion.
The following items are suggested to help make your tour run smoothly.
Good walking shoes (tennis shoes), Sandals with straps, flip flops, water shoes. Travel purse with a shoulder strap, refillable Water Bottle, Sports bras, P. J’s, Light weight sweater or jacket for cool evenings.
Toiletries should be kept to a minimum. Ship provides hair dryers, soap, shampoo, sometimes conditioner.
Clothing needs to be warm weather clothing. For Day: leggings, shorts or skirts, long and short sleeved tops. Bathing suit, cover up, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and Insect Repellant. Evening is casual with pants, dresses, long or short sleeved tops. Dressing in layers is always good.
Any medications you think you need, camera, mobile phone, tablet or computer, chargers and extra batteries you need. Any jewelry (costume jewelry is recommended when traveling), Passport, cash, pen, book, change of clothes, Scarf, Basic toiletries, and insect Repellant. Please visit the “Packing Tips” Page
Please check your ticket type carefully and always check the airlines website for luggage rules and fees. Many airlines are charging for checked baggage these days. If in doubt always call the airline and see what baggage fees your ticket type has. Carrying on luggage will also avoid these fees. Always download the Airlines App to use during travel before you leave home. Make sure you have your trip added to the App and that the airline has your Email, Passport and Phone number on the account and record. This will allow you check in on your phone, get updates and alerts when traveling.
You are not required to tip guides during shore excursions. However, if you feel you have received excellent service, a small tip is always appreciated.
You are responsible for tipping wait-staff, porters or other individuals who provide service to you on the ship or other public locations.
If WTTW is not handling your travel arrangements to and from your tour, we strongly recommend waiting to purchase your airfare until WTTW gives you the green light – letting you know the tour is confirmed. Either way, we will let you know by 90 days prior to tour departure.
In the end it is up to you to decide how soon you want to make your travel arrangements however WTTW suggests that if you want to purchase well in advance of WTTW’s notification, ensure you purchase refundable airfare.
Once purchased, WTTW requests that you email us your travel/airline details at info@womentravelingtheworld.com.
It is your responsibility to determine the amount and type of coverage you require to recoup some or all of your travel investment, whether you cancel, are unable to complete the tour, or the tour cannot operate. The sections 12 and 13 “Cancellation and Refunds” and “Tour Cancellations” of WTTW Terms & Conditions explains what will happen to your payments in the unlikely event that your tour cannot operate.
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Women Traveling The World LLC TERMS AND CONDITIONS
This document outlines what Women Traveling The World LLC (WTTW) agrees to provide when you sign up for a tour, and what you agree to do in return. This information is very important, please read it carefully.
Current tour prices are listed on the page corresponding to each tour. Due to currency fluctuations, cost increase and situations out of our control tour prices may change without notice at any time. Tour participants who already registered for a tour will not be affected by any price changes.
01. Included in the price of the Tour:
All accommodations: Specific hotels for each tour are listed on each tour’s accommodation page. We reserve the right to substitute accommodations of similar standard when necessary.
All transportation during included group activities as per itinerary: transportation between cities will be in vans, small buses, ferry’s or trains depending on the group size.
Transfers between the airport and the hotel on arrival and between the hotel and the airport on departure on selected tours if arriving within specified times, please check the detailed itinerary to see if the airport transfer is included on the tour you selected. If you arrive early or stay after the tour, your transfers may not be included. Please inquire.
A full time tour leader with 8 or more booked clients per land tour (varies with cruises).
A licensed in-country tour guide is used for all tours.
Any additional items, meals, activities or otherwise stated for each individual tour.
All prices quoted include the cost of the tour operator planning, and operation.
02. Not Included in the price of the Tour:
Tour prices DO NOT INCLUDE: airfare (unless noted) and airport taxes (unless stated as such in the tour), other transportation to the tour location, laundry charges, telephone calls, room service charges, mini-bar charges, all items of personal nature. Travel, accident, baggage, health, or life insurance policies, tips for guides and drivers are not included in the itinerary, private excursions, recreational activities not mentioned in the itinerary, optional activities, passport and/or visa when applicable. In the case of computer or human billing error we reserve the right to re-invoice Participants with correct billing.
ADDITIONAL EXPENSES INCURRED AS A RESULT OF DELAY, CHANGE OF SCHEDULES, ILLNESS, WEATHER, STRIKES, HOSTILITIES, QUARANTINE, GOVERNMENT REQUISITION OF HOTEL SPACE, OR ANY OTHER REASONS BEYOND THE CONTROL OF WTTW, SHALL BE BORNE BY THE PARTICIPANT.
03. Roommates: The Tour Organizers will attempt to match you with a roommate based on age/smoker or not. If the Tour Organizers match the Participant with a roommate whom the Tour Participant deems unsuitable, then the Tour Participant must either try and change roommates on her own or simply accept the current roommate and make the best of it. There will be no refunds for complaints about roommates, and if any Tour Participant cancels the tour because of a roommate, there will be no refund. We try to match you up the best we can but cannot promise to guarantee as to companionship.
04. Baggage: We recommend that Tour Participants take along a carry-on bag as per airlines restrictions and include any needed toiletries, medications, change of clothes, or anything else you simply can’t live without for 24-48 hrs., in case of baggage loss or delay. Baggage is carried at owner’s risk and baggage insurance is strongly recommended. We are not responsible for baggage loss/delay due to airline error.
05. Health: Woman traveling The World tours include a lot of walking, stairs, hiking, and standing while sightseeing. All Tour Participants should be prepared to walk at least three miles a day on uneven surfaces, including steps, during days on which excursions are scheduled. If you have any concerns regarding your physical ability to participate in the tour, we strongly recommend that you consult your physician before signing up. Any pre-existing physical, mental, or emotional disability that may require attention or treatment must be reported in writing prior to the beginning of a tour. Tour Participants who require any form of assistance must be accompanied by a helper who is capable of and totally responsible for providing such assistance. The group’s itinerary will not be adjusted for people who are not able to keep up with the rest of the group. On the day the tour begins, or any day thereafter, if you leave the tour for an, unforeseen medical or family emergency, money will be refunded, “ONLY” if you have purchased “trip insurance” then the terms of that policy will apply and the insurance company would be responsible for any refund as per the policy. Woman Traveling the World is not responsible for any refunds for a trip interruption or delay of your own cause. The minimum age for participants is 18. There is no maximum age, however you must be able to keep up with the pace of the group. Smokers may smoke only outdoors and downwind from the group – never in hotel rooms or during group meals or activities. Smokers will stay in a single room, unless they share a room with another smoker.
06. Travel Insurance: Not included in the tour price. We highly recommend obtaining individual travel insurance for the duration of the tour (trip cancellation, foreign medical, flight delays and cancellations, medical evacuation). For an overview of available options in travel insurance coverage please contact us. You acknowledge that trip insurance has been presented to you in the Tour Booking form if you decline to purchase trip insurance then you are on your own for any cancellations of your own doing or non covered issues as mentioned herein.
07. Travel documents and Visas: Tour Participants are required to have a valid passport and a visa, if necessary. Incomplete documentation will result in the airline and airport authorities refusing permission to enter the country. The Tour Organizers will not arrange for passports or visas and will not be held liable for any irregularities caused due to improper documentation. Each Participant is responsible for determining specific passport and visa requirements in the Participant’s country of origin and for obtaining the necessary documents prior to departure. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the anticipated tour date. It is suggested that all Participants check with the appropriate Consulate regarding their visa requirements.
08. Tour itineraries and prices are subject to change: Due to unexpected circumstances, we reserve the right to cancel, change or substitute an activity or a service. Additionally, unforeseen events such vendor prices and/or currency exchange rates may also change prior to, during, or after a tour is listed. These increases are out of WTTW’s control and as such in this event, prices will be updated accordingly and will only apply to new tour registrations/deposits following the change. During local or national holidays abroad, certain facilities such as museums, sightseeing tours, and shopping may be limited. Uncompleted portions of the tour itinerary are not cause for refund.
09. Waiver of responsibility: Women Traveling The World and its representatives (“Tour Organizers”) are making all ground arrangements pertaining to the Tour, including, but not limited to, hotel and restaurant reservations, sightseeing and side trips, subject to the condition that the Tour Organizers will not be held liable to injury, death, delay, theft, damage, or irregularities, however caused. Tour Organizers will take no responsibility or liability for: 1. injury, loss, or damage to persons or property, including luggage. 2. Additional expenses resulting from changes in exchange rates, tariffs, or schedule. 3. The act or default of any company or person engaged in conveying the Tour Participants, or in carrying out the arrangements of the Tour, or otherwise. 4. Additional expenses incurred or due to sudden sickness, weather conditions, strikes, or other causes or acts of God. 5. Losses due to cancellations.
10. Travel To/From Tour Location: Travelers who indicate that they will book their own travel arrangements to and from the tour location are responsible for doing so. Please note that some tours start and end in different cities and an “open jaw” air ticket is required. All destinations in Europe have several daily connections with most cities in Europe and several have direct connections from selected cities in the USA and Canada.
11. Tour Payments: To reserve space on land based tours, a deposit of $500.00 per person per tour is required at the time of booking. For cruises the deposit will vary per cruise line, from $500.00 per person to as high as 15% per person. No reservation is considered confirmed until the deposit is received by/through Women Traveling The World. The deposit is part of the final payment which must reach us no later than 90 days prior to the start of the tour. Returned checks will incur a fee of $100.00 For all deposits and tour payments, we accept personal checks, Visa, Master Card, Amex, money orders and bank drafts. Missing the final payment deadline may result in being removed from the tour.
12. Cancellations and Refunds: All travelers are encouraged to purchase travel insurance. The tour deposits are not refundable if you cancel for a non insured reason. All cancellations must be received in writing via email no less than 91 days prior to tour departure and emailed to info@womentravelingtheworld.com. The subject line of the email must contain the following text: CANCELLATION – the tour name – your name. Do not consider a cancellation received and effective until you get a cancellation confirmation.
12.1. The following cancellation guidelines apply to travelers who initiate a cancellation of a tour (section 12.2 for Windstar):
You have 3 days to cancel from date of deposit and receive a refund. After that time the following cancellation penalties will be enforced:
– 180 Days or greater from tour start date: Last day $500 deposit can be transferred to another tour; thereafter the deposit is forfeited.
– 92 Days to 61 Days: Balance Due. Cancellation results in a cancellation penalty of 75% of your Total Tour Cost.
– 60 Days to 0 Days: Cancellation on or after this date results in a cancellation penalty of 100% of your Total Tour Cost.
12.2. The following cancellation guidelines apply to travelers who initiate a cancellation of a Windstar cruise tour:
Bookings cancelled at 121 days or greater from the tour start date will be subject to a $50.00 per person cancellation fee. Additionally, a full refund, excluding cancellation fee, will be made for cancellations received by WTTW at 121 days or greater. After that time the following cancellation penalties will be enforced:
– If you cancel 120 days or less from tour start date but before WTTW’s balance due date, you forfeit your initial 15% deposit.
Cancellations after WTTW’s Tour Invoice balance due date are then subject to WTTW’s cancellation policies stated below:
– 92 Days to 60 Days prior to tour start date (Balance Due Date): Cancellation results in a cancellation penalty of 75% of your Total Tour Cost.
– 59 Days to 0 Days: Cancellation on or after this date results in a cancellation penalty of 100% of your Total Tour Cost.
13. Tour Cancellation: Although we do our best to avoid this, it may occasionally become necessary for Women Traveling The World to cancel any tour due to insufficient sign-up or any other cause. We recommend not purchasing your air until Women Traveling The World notifies you that the tour is confirmed as a definite go. If a tour is cancelled due to low enrollment, you will be notified at least 60 days in advance of the tour departure date. In this case, your entire payment will be refunded to you within fourteen days after the tour cancellation. Refund of payments made constitutes full settlement, and releases Women Traveling The World from any further liability. We are not responsible for any additional expenses incurred by tour members preparing for a canceled tour, such as nonrefundable airline tickets, travel insurance cost or passport fees. If a tour is cancelled due to a natural disaster, strike, or other event outside our control, we cannot guarantee the 60 days notice.
14. Loss & Liability: Women Traveling The World strongly encourages all tour Participants to purchase Travel Insurance to cover additional costs (airline tickets, loss of luggage, trip delay or tour cancellation, personal accident, medical evacuation, etc.). We assume no liability for the safety of any Participant while in transit or during the tour. Women Traveling the World is not responsible or liable for loss, damage or theft of luggage or personal injury, accidents or illness while on tour nor for any type of trip interruption.
15. Photographs: Representatives of the Tour Organizers may be photographing the Tour. The Tour Organizers reserve the right to publish any such photographs without obtaining further consent from any Participant. Each Participant releases the Tour Organizers and its representatives from any liability in connection with any such use of such photographs.
16. Leaving the tour: The Tour Organizers reserve the right to accept, decline, or retain any person as a Participant at the Tour at any time without liability and without any obligation to pay a refund or any other amount whatsoever. The Tour Organizers take no responsibility or liability for any Participant who leaves the Tour prior to its conclusion or for any activity undertaken by any Participant that is not included on the Tour itinerary. There will be no discounts or refunds for any Tour Participant who temporarily leaves the Tour and then returns to the Tour later.
Unruly guest. We at Women Traveling The World ask all our guest to conduct themselves in a mature and courteous manner while on tour. If a guest becomes unruly, argumentative or drunk beyond control and interrupts the tour or other guest in any way it is our right to call this person aside and issue a formal warning. If this behavior becomes consistent and creates a problem for other guest Women Traveling The World reserves the right to ask the participant to either leave the tour early, get her own room at her own cost if she has a roommate who has been interrupted due this behavior or take any all necessary action to protect the health, safety and well being of the other travelers. Any such action taken that results in additional cost shall be the sole responsibility of the guest who has created the issue. This is to protect all guest and assure them of a comfortable and enjoyable travel experience.
17. Special Requests: We will advise hotels of any special requests of Tour Participants, provided we receive the request at the time of booking. However, we cannot guarantee all requests.
Payment of deposit or full payment shall be deemed as consent by the Tour Participant to the above Terms and Conditions.
18. PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY: I am entirely responsible for my own personal safety, health, and mental, physical, emotional, and general well-being during and after the Tour. I release Women Traveling The World LLC and its representatives and any of their employees, assistants, and affiliates of any liability for any injuries or damages mentally or physically I or any of my family members might incur during or after the Tour. I understand that no health insurance or travel insurance will be provided by the Tour Organizers, and, if I wish to be insured, I must do this myself.
Women Traveling The World LLC is registered with the state of Florida as a Seller of Travel, Registration No. ST44981. We are also Bonded.
