Package duration: 29 nights Fly, Cruise & Stay
Package starts: 31 January 2025 - with flight to Auckland
Cruise starts: 01 February 2025 - from Auckland, New Zealand
Cruise ends: 01 March 2025 - into Honiara, Solomon Islands
Package ends: 01 March 2025 - with flight from Honiara to Brisbane
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HIGHLIGHTS:
Zodiac outings and shore visits with your expedition team.
Explore the Bay of Islands and Norfolk Island
Vanuatu emerges from the turquoise waters of the Pacific Ocean with visits to Espiritu Santo, Ambrym Island and Malekula a highlight
Discover the mysteries of Papua New Guinea, the land of a thousand cultures
From Tufi, journey on an outrigger canoe into the ancient fjords of Cape Nelson
Learn about the traditional ‘Kula’ trading system on the island of Kiriwina
Swim and snorkel in the warm, clear tropical waters of the Solomon Sea
Walk on the picture-perfect postcard Lusancay Islands
In the Solomon Islands, Ghizo and Njari islands are where you will meet some of the most skilled carvers in the world
In Roderick Bay, experience the white-sand beaches and fringing coral reefs before reaching the Malaita Province
Your expedition will finish in the capital of the Solomon Islands, Honiara,
Gain an insight into the history, culture and the diversity of flora and fauna from your expert expedition team.
Opportunity of diving (PADI Advanced Open Water Diver or equivalent) with an experienced instructor on board and of snorkelling with your expedition team. (extra cost)
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BIG SAVINGS!
All prices per person in AUD from*
Twin Deluxe Cabin was $26,210 - your special price from $22,995*pp
Twin PR4 Prestige Balcony was $29,150 - your special price from $24,885*pp
Twin PR5 Prestige Balcony was $29,840 - your special price from $25,695*pp
Single Deluxe Stateroom was $36,470 - your special price from $30,995
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PACIFIC HORIZONS - NEW ZEALAND TO PAPUA NEW GUINEA Fly FREE*, Cruise & Stay package includes:
- BONUS FREE* One way economy class airfare from Brisbane to Auckland inc tax (Sydney and Melbourne available with $700 pp surcharge**)
- One way transfer from Auckland airport to hotel
- 1 night pre-cruise accommodation in Auckland
- 28 night South Pacific and Papua New Guinea double (back to back) expedition cruise aboard Le Jacques-Cartier from Auckland to Honiara
- All meals while on board the ship (from dinner on the day of embarkation to breakfast on the day of disembarkation)
- Captain`s welcome cocktail and gala dinner onboard
- Open Bar (pouring wines, house champagne, alcohol except premium brands) during cruise
- Evening entertainment and events
- Room service 24h (special selection)
- Highly qualified bilingual French/English expedition team
- Zodiac excursions
- Park entry fees into protected areas (where applicable)
- Port taxes
- One way transfer from Honiara port to airport
- One way economy class airfare from Honiara to Brisbane including taxes
- ** Package from Sydney or Melbourne includes overnight hotel stay in Brisbane on 01 March and one way economy class airfare from Brisbane to Sydney or Melbourne on 02 March
Special Conditions
*Conditions Apply: All prices shown here are per person share twin (unless stated as single) in AUD, based on best available cruise fare at time of publication (16Nov24). Selected routing and airlines apply to package offers - any variances requested by guest will incur surcharges. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Travel agent service fees may apply. Special conditions apply - please ask for full details at time of enquiry. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia. Please note that the prices shown here are not shown in real time. While we endeavour to keep our pricing as up-to-date as possible, the advertised prices shown here may differ from the prices in our booking system at time of reservation. Transfers only included if guests are arriving/departing by air at specific airports on exact package dates. Offer ends 30Dec24 or sold out/withdrawn and is subject to availability at time of booking. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty. Travel insurance is mandatory but not included. As this is a double cruise a change of cabin may be required.
Special Validity Dates
Special is valid from 15 November 2024 to 31 December 2024 or until sold out/withdrawn.
Pre-cruise Itinerary
Date
Activity
31 Jan 2025
Fly Brisbane to Auckland, transfer to hotel for overnight stay
1 Feb 2025
Check out hotel, and transfer to the port, embark ship
Cruise Itinerary
Date
Port
Arrive
Depart
1 Feb 2025
Auckland, New Zealand
6:00 PM
2 Feb 2025
Waiheke Island, New Zealand
6:00 PM
3 Feb 2025
Waitangi, New Zealand
7:00 AM
6:00 PM
4 Feb 2025
At Sea
5 Feb 2025
Norfolk Island
10:00 AM
5:00 PM
6 Feb 2025
At Sea
7 Feb 2025
At Sea
8 Feb 2025
Port Vila Vanuatu
7:00 AM
6:00 PM
9 Feb 2025
Espiritu Santo Island Vanuatu
8:30 AM
6:30 PM
10 Feb 2025
Ambrym Island Vanuatu
7:00 AM
6:00 PM
11 Feb 2025
Malekula Island, Vanuatu
7:00 AM
6:00 PM
12 Feb 2025
At Sea
13 Feb 2025
At Sea
14 Feb 2025
At Sea
15 Feb 2025
At Sea
16 Feb 2025
Cairns, Qld, Australia
6:00 AM
Post-cruise Itinerary
Date
Activity
16 Feb 2025
CRUISE 2: Cairns
17 Feb 2025
CRUISE 2: Day at Sea
18 Feb 2025
CRUISE 2: Alotau
19 Feb 2025
CRUISE 2: Fergusson Island and Dobu Island
20 Feb 2025
CRUISE 2: Tufi
21 Feb 2025
CRUISE 2: Morobe Harbour
22 Feb 2025
CRUISE 2: Lusancay Islands
23 Feb 2025
CRUISE 2: Kiriwina Island
24 Feb 2025
CRUISE 2: Day at Sea
25 Feb 2025
CRUISE 2: Ghizo Island and Njari Island
26 Feb 2025
CRUISE 2: Day at Sea
27 Feb 2025
CRUISE 2: Roderick Bay, Florida Islands
28 Feb 2025
CRUISE 2: Malaita Island
1 Mar 2025
CRUISE 2: Honiara, Guadalcanal Island
1 Mar 2025
Disembark ship, transfer to Honiara airport for flight to Brisbane
1 Mar 2025
Arrive Brisbane, Australia
The traces and vestiges of an ancestral past, the turquoise blue of the ocean, the gleam of the lush vegetation... the islands of the Pacific Ocean are strikingly beautiful. Over the course of a unique and unforgettable 16-day cruise aboard Le Jacques-Cartier, fall in love with these treasures of the South Pacific, their ancient local cultures, verdant landscapes and exceptional marine environments.
The shores of the historical and dynamic city of Auckland slowly disappear from view. Cruise a little further north until Waiheke Island appears on the horizon. Succumb to the charms of its green lands, its heavenly beaches, and its vineyards and olive groves stretching as far as the eye can see. Further north, the Bay of Islands is a historical treasure just begging to be discovered. It was here that in 1840 the Treaty of Waitangi, New Zealand’s founding document, was signed between representatives of the British Crown and a number of Maori chiefs from the northern part of the North Island.
Le Jacques-Cartier will now make its way northward and call at Australia’s Norfolk Island, used in the 19th century as a British penal colony for the most dangerous prisoners. The ruins from the convict era are now on UNESCO’s World Heritage list. There, you will also discover lush vegetation lining the magnificent Emily Bay Lagoon, where Norfolk pines, an endemic species and the symbol of the island, are grown.
Then, you sails towards heavenly lands, where legends and myths remain engraved in memories and traditions... In Port-Vila, capital of Vanuatu, you will relish the unforgettable sight of magnificent bays, a colonial heritage and enchanting waterfalls. You have the opportunity to visit several traditional villages, particularly on the islands of Ambrym and Malekula. Their inhabitants will be happy to share with you their customs, including singing, dancing and art. In Espiritu Santo, the archipelago's main island, you are sure to be captivated by the unspoilt seabed surrounding this luxuriant islet.
Next, your ship will set a course northward to reach Cairns, where this unforgettable journey will draw to an end.
Featuring innovative and environmentally-friendly equipment, elegantly designed staterooms, spacious suites with large windows, and lounge areas that open onto the outside, this new limited-capacity yacht boasting just 92 staterooms and suites will offer you a truly unique cruising experience.
As the sixth ship in a new series that remains true to the Ponant spirit, Le Jacques Cartier will embody the unique atmosphere that is the cruise line’s hallmark: a subtle blend of refinement, intimacy and comfort.
Aboard this ship that flies the French flag, you will experience the incomparable pleasure of an intimate cruise, with the possibility of exploring an ever-increasing range of destinations in an ethnic-chic ambiance with luxury service.
Experience a luxurious setting where the accent is on authenticity and passion for travel.
Ship Profile & Stats
Maiden voyage: July 2020
Tonnage: 9,900 gross tons
Length: 131 metres
Beam: 18 metres
Draft: 4.5 metres
Speed: 12.5 knots
Ship registration: French
Passenger capacity (dbl): 184
Officer nationality: French
Ship Amenities
110/220 volts outlet
Bath Robes
Flat screen television
Hair Dryer
In Room Safe
Individual Climate Control
Ipod(TM) players
Minibar
Satellite Direct Line Telephone
Ship Facilities
Art Gallery
Bars
Fitness Centre
Hydraulic Platform for Water Sports / Swimming
Main Lounge
Dining Room
Panoramic Lounge
Shopping Boutiques
Spa
Swimming Pool
Theatre
EXPERIENCE CRUISING ANOTHER WAY, DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF YACHT CRUISES.
Our mission is to transport you to mythical destinations and secret ports only accessible to small capacity ships.
To offer the delights of a French-inspired cuisine in an intimate environment - a discreet service where no attention to detail is spared - and unforgettable moments of relaxation on board elegant yachts of character.
To combine sophistication and conviviality, with priority given to authentic experiences, emotions and the ongoing quest for excellence.
Yacht cruises: more than a cruise, a privilege...
Attentive, professional, discreet and elegant, the fully bilingual service on board will meet your every desire. Our unique atmosphere is filled with a signature sentiment: a warm welcome from an experienced crew who are passionate about what they do, in the tradition of private yachting.
In the dining areas, our gourmet cuisine is worthy of top fine dining restaurants: exquisite wines are available, and menus are created with expertise by our skilled chefs with a French-inspired menu enhanced by specialties from our various ports of call.
Pleasure, enrichment, discovery: relax - we take care of everything...
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
• Private return transfer
• Priority boarding
• Champagne and fruit basket on arrival
• Butler service
• An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
• A lounge with armchair, double sofa bed (160 x 190 cm), and second TV
• A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
• A bathroom with shower, Balneo bathtub and smart mirror
• A one-hour spa treatments per person (for 2 people) in the well-being space, chosen from the facial and body treatments on offer
• Included premium pass: access to a selection of premium spirits at the bar
• A private 40 m² terrace: 2 deckchairs, jacuzzi, and outdoor lounge area with sofa and armchair
• Two panoramic sliding bay windows
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
• Priority boarding
• Champagne and fruit basket on arrival
• Butler service
• An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
• A bedroom with one king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
• A lounge with sofa convetible to a double bed (160 x 190 cm), armchair, and second TV
• A bathroom with shower and Balneo bathtub
• A private 32 m² terrace with two deckchairs and four-seater dining table
• 2 panoramic sliding bay windows
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
• Priority boarding
• Champagne and fruit basket on arrival
• Butler service
• An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
• A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
• A lounge with convertible sofa to a king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm), armchair, second TV, and sliding courtesy door
• Two bathrooms with shower
• A private 8 m² balcony with four armchairs
• Two panoramic sliding bay windows
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
• Champagne and fruit basket on arrival
• An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
• A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
• A lounge with convertible sofa to a king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm), armchair, second TV, and sliding courtesy door
• Two bathrooms with shower
• A private 8 m² balcony with four armchairs
• Two panoramic sliding bay windows
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
• Priority boarding
• Champagne and fruit basket on arrival
• Butler service
• An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
• One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
• A lounge area with chaise longue and armchair
• A bathroom with shower
• A private 8 m² balcony with two armchairs
• A panoramic sliding bay window
Satellite TV
Desk with stationery
Ipod(TM) players
Video on demand
Safe
Hairdryer
Bath robes
Satellite direct line telephone
110/220 volts outlet
French bath products
24hr room service
Internet access wifi
Butler service.
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
• Priority boarding
• Butler service
• One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
• A lounge area with chaise longue and armchair
• A bathroom with shower
• A private 8 m² balcony with two armchairs
• A panoramic sliding bay window
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
• Champagne and fruit basket on arrival
• One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
• An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm)
• A bathroom with shower
• A private 6 m² balcony with two armchairs
• A panoramic sliding bay window
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
• Champagne and fruit basket on arrival
• One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
• An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm)
• A bathroom with shower
• A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs
• A panoramic sliding bay window
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
• Champagne and fruit basket on arrival
• One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
• An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm)
• A bathroom with shower
• A private 6 m² balcony with two armchairs
• A panoramic sliding bay window
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
• Champagne and fruit basket on arrival
• One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
• An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm)
• A bathroom with shower
• A private 6 m² balcony with two armchairs
• A panoramic sliding bay window
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
• One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
• One chaise longue
• A bathroom with shower
• A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs
• A panoramic sliding bay window or glazed panoramic swing door
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
• One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
• One chaise longue
• A bathroom with shower
• A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs
• A panoramic sliding bay window or glazed panoramic swing door
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
• One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
• One chaise longue
• A bathroom with shower
• A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs
• A panoramic sliding bay window or glazed panoramic swing door
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
• One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) and TV
• A bathroom with shower
• A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs
• A glazed panoramic swing door and rectangular window
From
AU $22,995*
per person
*All prices are per person twin share unless stated as solo, triple or quad share.
