Validity Dates |
14 Mar 2025 to 30 Mar 2025 |
Start Price |
AU $17,130 per person
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Cruise |
Le Jacques Cartier, 15 Night Tropical Odyssey between North East Australia and Indonesia ex Cairns, Qld, Australia to Benoa, Bali, Indonesia |
Cruise Line |
Ponant |
Ship |
Le Jacques Cartier |
Destination |
Asia |
Brief Description |
Fly, Cruise & Stay 16 nights from Cairns to Bali with Ponants Le Jacques Cartier |
Type of Special |
Fly Cruise and Stay |
Departure Date |
08 Dec 2025 |
Inclusions |
Package duration: 16 nights Fly, Cruise & Stay
Package starts: 7th December 2025 - with flight from Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne to Cairns
Cruise starts: 8th December 2025 - from Cairns, Australia
Cruise ends: 23rd December 2025 - into Benoa, Bali
Package ends: 23rd December 2025 - with flight back to Australia from Denpasar, Bali arriving next day
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HIGHLIGHTS:
- An expedition cruise to discover the lush and idyllic islands of Indonesia, combining gorgeous scenery and encounters with the locals.
- Outings and shore visits in zodiac inflatables with a team of experienced naturalist guides.
- UNESCO site: Komodo National park.
- Discover the Moluccas, a natural paradise on the Spice Route.
- Discover the Asmat region and its small traditional villages, inhabitants and warrior ceremonies.
- Lizard Island, snorkelling the coral reefs of Watson’s Bay.
- Encounters with the local people discovering their customs and culture.
- The possibilities for swimming and snorkelling in heavenly locations.
- Opportunity of diving (PADI Advanced Open Water Diver or equivalent) with an experienced instructor on board and of snorkelling with your expedition team
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BIG SAVINGS!
Booking early has it`s advantages - current savings on this departure include..
Twin PR5 Prestige Balcony was $20,080 - your special price from $17,130*pp
Twin PR6 Prestige Balcony was $20,945 - your special price from $17,995*pp
Twin DS4 Deluxe Suite was $29,580 - your special price from $24,545*pp
Single PR5 Prestige Balcony was $33,345- your special price from $17,350*pp
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WATERFALLS AND WONDERS Fly, Cruise & Stay package includes:
- FREE* One way economy class airfare from Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane to Cairns inc tax (other cities on application)
- One nights stay in Cairns hotel with breakfast
- 15 night West Papua and Indonesia expedition cruise aboard Le Jacques Cartier from Cairns to Benoa
- 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 and off ship excursions
- Park entry fees into protected areas (where applicable)
- Port taxes
- One way transfer from Benoa port to Denpasar airport
- One way economy class airfare from Denpasar, Bali to Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane inc tax
EXTEND YOUR HOLIDAY AND SPEND CHRISTMAS IN BALI
Including:
- One way transfer from Benoa port to Nusa Dua hotel
- 4 nights 5 star accommodation in Nusa Dua with breakfast
- One way transfer from Nusa Dua hotel to Denpasar airport
- One way economy class airfare from Denpasar, Bali to Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane departing 27th December and arriving the next day
From $1385*pp based on twin share
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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 (07Feb25). Some cabins may have obstructed views. All airfares/taxes are due in full 24 hours from reservation and strict cancellation/change fees apply. Selected routing and airlines apply to package offers - any variances requested by guest will incur surcharges. A passport is required to travel on this cruise as it visits international waters. 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 and not included in Cairns post cruise. Offer ends 30Mar25 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 on expedition cruises and not included. |
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Sailing Dates |
08 Dec 2025 |
Cabin |
Twin |
Prestige Stateroom Deck 5 |
AU $17,130
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Prestige Stateroom Deck 6 |
AU $17,995
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Deluxe Suite Deck 4 |
AU $24,545
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Pre-cruise Itinerary
Date |
Activity |
7 Dec 2025 |
Fly from Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane to Cairns, make own way to hotel |
8 Dec 2025 |
Make own way to Cairns port, embark ship |
Cruise Itinerary
Date |
Port |
Arrive |
Depart |
8 Dec 2025 |
Cairns, Qld, Australia |
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6:00 PM |
9 Dec 2025 |
Lizard Island, Queensland, Australia |
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10 Dec 2025 |
At Sea |
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11 Dec 2025 |
Thursday Island, Queensland, Australia |
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12 Dec 2025 |
At Sea |
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13 Dec 2025 |
Asmat, Papua New Guinea |
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14 Dec 2025 |
At Sea |
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15 Dec 2025 |
Triton Bay, Indonesia |
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16 Dec 2025 |
Kitikiti Waterfall, Mommon, Indonesia |
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17 Dec 2025 |
Banda Neira, Indonesia |
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18 Dec 2025 |
Barat Daya Islands, Indonesia |
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19 Dec 2025 |
Kalabahi, Indonesia |
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20 Dec 2025 |
Maumere, Flores (Indonesia) |
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21 Dec 2025 |
Komodo Island, Indonesia |
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21 Dec 2025 |
Komodo Island, Indonesia |
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22 Dec 2025 |
At Sea |
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23 Dec 2025 |
Benoa, Bali, Indonesia |
7:00 AM |
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Post-cruise Itinerary
Date |
Activity |
23 Dec 2025 |
Disembark ship, transfer to Denpasar airport for flight to Australia |
24 Dec 2025 |
Arrive Australia |
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
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