31 days in Oceania Itinerary

The capital of French Polynesia, Pape'ete amounts to little more than a medium-sized town by Western standards, but it is still a thriving hub of culture and commerce.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Point Venus and Manua Exquisite Tahitian Art. Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Taharuu Beach and Punaauia Beach. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Papeete: Taravao (Bain de Vaima & The Water Gardens of Vaipahi) and Tahiti Safari Expedition (in Arue). Next up on the itinerary: take in the dramatic scenery at Faarumai Waterfalls, get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, admire the natural beauty at Paofai Gardens, and take in the natural beauty of Arahoho Blowhole.

To find other places to visit, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, read our Papeete trip itinerary maker site.

If you are flying in from Switzerland, the closest major aiport is Faa'a International Airport. In January, daytime highs in Papeete are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. On the 20th (Fri), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Raiatea.

Green, mountainous, and sacred to the ancient Polynesians, Raiatea is the second largest of the Society Islands.

Get in touch with nature at Arii Moana Tours and Mount Tapioi. Next up on the itinerary: delve into the distant past at Marae Taputapuātea, look for gifts at The Anapa Pearl Farm, head off the coast to Motu Iriru, and hunt for treasures at Mercato Coperto di Uturoa.

To see maps, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, read Raiatea trip builder app.

Traveling by flight from Papeete to Raiatea takes 2.5 hours. You'll have a few hours on the 24th (Tue) to wrap things up before traveling to Bora Bora.

There's a reason why many consider Bora Bora the most romantic island in the world.

Visiting Reef Discovery Bora Bora and Mount Otemanu will get you outdoors. Get some cultural insight at Kincaid Galleries and Alain Despert. There's lots more to do: see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, look for gifts at Baldini perles, enjoy the sand and surf at Matira Beach, and head outdoors with Outdoor Activities.

To find traveler tips, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Bora Bora trip planner.

Getting from Raiatea to Bora Bora by combination of flight and ferry takes about 3 hours. On the 27th (Fri), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Ha'apiti.

Escape the urban bustle at Moorea Miti Tours and Ta'ahiamanu Beach. Get a sense of the local culture at Tiki Village Cultural Center and Route des Ananas. Take a break from Ha'apiti with a short trip to Off-Road Tours in Maharepa, about 30 minutes away.

To find maps, photos, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Ha'apiti trip maker app.

Traveling by combination of ferry and flight from Bora Bora to Ha'apiti takes 3.5 hours. In January, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 28°C. You'll have a few hours on the 3rd (Fri) to wrap things up before traveling to Avatoru.

The main draw to Avatoru is its stunning location at the northern end of Rangiroa's vast, turquoise coral lagoon.

Avatoru is known for wildlife, nature, and shopping. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the gorgeous colors at Le Lagon Bleu and look for gifts at Gauguin's Pearl Farm.

For where to stay, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Avatoru trip builder site.

You can fly from Ha'apiti to Avatoru in 4.5 hours. On the 8th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Tikehau.

Visit Plage des Sables Roses and Plage La Cloche de Hina for some beach relaxation. Escape the urban bustle at Scuba & Snorkeling and Ile Aux Oiseaux.

To see photos, ratings, and tourist information, read our Tikehau trip itinerary builder website.

Fly from Avatoru to Tikehau in 2.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sat) early enough to fly to Papeete.

On the 11th (Sat), don't miss a visit to Temple Protestant de Paofai. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 12th (Sun): take an exotic tour of Ciao Tahiti Excursions 4x4 - Day Tours and then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

To see traveler tips, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Papeete travel route planning website.

Traveling by flight from Tikehau to Papeete takes 2.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) to allow time to travel back home.