11 days in Tahiti 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.

Get out of town with these interesting Papeete side-trips: Ciao Tahiti Excursions 4x4 - Day Tours (in Punaauia) and Faarumai Waterfalls (in Arue). And it doesn't end there: browse the eclectic array of goods at Municipal Market, contemplate the waterfront views at Point Venus, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Notre Dame Cathedral, and admire the natural beauty at Paofai Gardens.

For other places to visit, ratings, photos, and tourist information, read our Papeete trip itinerary site.

Philadelphia, USA to Papeete is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. You'll gain 5 hours traveling from Philadelphia to Papeete due to the time zone difference. Plan for much warmer temperatures traveling from Philadelphia in April, with highs in Papeete at 88°F and lows at 76°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Taravao.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Fri): take an exotic tour of Tahiti Safari Expedition. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 10th (Sat): admire the natural beauty at Harrison W. Smith Botanical Garden, explore the world behind art at Paul Gauguin Museum, then admire the natural beauty at The Water Gardens of Vaipahi, and finally explore the activities along Bain de Vaima.

For reviews, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Taravao trip itinerary app.

You can drive from Papeete to Taravao in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In April, plan for daily highs up to 87°F, and evening lows to 76°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.