| Validity Dates |
12 Nov 2025 to 12 Jan 2026 |
| Start Price |
AU $13,699 per person
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| Cruise |
Le Jacques Cartier, 11 Night Voyage to Indonesia: Dragons, Reefs, and the Spice Islands ex Benoa, Bali, Indonesia to Darwin, NT, Australia |
| Cruise Line |
Ponant |
| Ship |
Le Jacques Cartier |
| Destination |
Asia |
| Brief Description |
15 night Fly, Cruise & Stay onboard Le Jacques Cartier from Bali to Darwin |
| Type of Special |
Fly Cruise and Stay |
| Departure Date |
15 May 2027 |
| Inclusions |
EARLY BOOKING SAVINGS!
Twin Deluxe Balcony was $16,470 - your special price from $13,699*pp
Twin Prestige Balcony was $18,180 - your special price from $14,899*pp
Twin Deluxe Suite was $27,570 - your special price from $21,299*pp
SOLO Price - Deluxe Balcony was $31,204 - your special price from $24,399
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Fly, Cruise, & Stay package includes:
- Flight credit** to the value of $1000pp
- 3 nights luxury accommodation in Bali including breakfast
- 11 night cruise on Ponant's Le Jacques Cartier, Bali to Darwin
- 1 night accommodation in Darwin (provided by Ponant)
Your cruise includes:
- 11 night cruise aboard Le Jacques Cartier from Bali to Darwin
- All shipboard main meals - Every meal, from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the last day
- Tea and light snacks at 4pm onboard
- Aperitif and petit-fours at 6pm during cruise
- The Captain's cocktail
- Minibar re-stocked every day with non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water and beer whilst cruising
- Wine, alcohol and non-alcoholic drinks (excluding Sommelier menu, Grands Crus and Vintage) during your cruise onboard
- One included activity in each port of call
- Entertainment and conferences on board
- Watersports (excluding diving)
- Butler and bar service in certain suites and above
- Unlimited internet access onboard
- 24/7 room service
- Port taxes
CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS:
- A voyage specially-tailored for English-speaking travelers including discussions with experts, transfers before and after your cruise, and an included activity in each port of call.
- Engaging discussions onboard with two Smithsonian Journeys Experts.
- Outings and shore visits in zodiac inflatables with a team of experienced naturalist guides.
- Discovering the lush and idyllic islands of Indonesia and experiencing their extraordinary biodiversity in the air, on land, and under the sea.
- Komodo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Encounters with local people and introductions to their customs and traditions.
- Extensive possibilities for swimming and snorkeling in crystal clear waters with pristine coral reefs.
- Opportunities for PADI* Advanced Open Water Divers (or equivalent) to join an experienced onboard instructor on dives at unbelievably clear dive sites (additional expense). |
| 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 (12 November 2025). Some cabins may have obstructed views. **Flight credit is non-redeemable and is to be used at the sole discretion of Cruise Traveller, including the selection of airline, routing, and applicable fare class. 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. Travel packages advertised may include multiple products provided by several suppliers to provide a travel itinerary. Each component of the package will be treated independent of each other, and the specific terms & conditions of each product supplier will apply. Hotels may charge resort fees, or a security bond not included or mentioned in this package, payable direct upon check-in. Offer ends 12 January 2026 or sold out/withdrawn and is subject to availability at time of booking. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty. Diving activities, including PADI Open Water Diver experiences, are not included in the package price and will incur additional charges.Travel insurance is mandatory on expedition cruises and not included. |
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| Sailing Dates |
| 15 May 2027 |
| Cabin |
Twin |
| Deluxe Stateroom Deck 3 |
AU $13,699
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| Prestige Stateroom Deck 4 |
AU $14,899
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| Prestige Stateroom Deck 5 |
AU $15,399
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| Deluxe Suite Deck 6 |
AU $21,299
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Pre-cruise Itinerary
| Date |
Activity |
| 12 May 2027 |
On arrival in Bali, make your way to your hotel for your 3 night stay |
| 13 May 2027 |
Day at leisure |
| 14 May 2027 |
Day at leisure |
| 15 May 2027 |
Make your way to Benoa port for embarkation |
Cruise Itinerary
| Date |
Port |
Arrive |
Depart |
| 15 May 2027 |
Benoa, Bali, Indonesia |
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6:00 PM |
| 16 May 2027 |
Badas Islands, Indonesia |
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| 17 May 2027 |
Komodo Island, Indonesia |
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| 18 May 2027 |
Maumere, Flores (Indonesia) |
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| 19 May 2027 |
Kalabahi, Indonesia |
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| 20 May 2027 |
Barat Daya Islands, Indonesia |
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| 21 May 2027 |
Banda Neira, Indonesia |
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| 22 May 2027 |
Kitikiti Waterfall, Mommon, Indonesia |
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| 23 May 2027 |
Triton Bay, Indonesia |
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| 24 May 2027 |
Kei (Kai) Islands, Indonesia |
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| 25 May 2027 |
At Sea |
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| 26 May 2027 |
Darwin, NT, Australia |
7:00 AM |
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Post-cruise Itinerary
| Date |
Activity |
| 26 May 2027 |
You will be transferred by the cruise line to your hotel in Darwin |
| 27 May 2027 |
Make your way to the airport for your flight home |
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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