1 - 4 persons
Owner's Suite
45m2 - Suite
The best of New Zealand with the Le Jacques Cartier
10-day cruise holiday from Auckland, New Zealand
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- The lowest price
- Personal support from a cruise specialist
- Unforgettable travel experience
*) Price indication based on Cruise only price for 2 guests and 1 cabin.
This offer is covered by the STO Garant guarantee. You can find the conditions of this guarantee scheme on the STO Garant website.
Program and itinerary of this cruise
Mountains, volcanoes and subtropical forests, green hills where the famous New Zealand sheep graze peacefully, cities full of authentic charm, from the South Island to the North Island, explore New Zealand on an 10-day cruise. Aboard Le Jacques Cartier, uncover the captivating mysteries of this island country through unforgettable experiences. Throughout your journey, you will benefit from an excursion included per person per port of call, to choose from a selection offered by PONANT. On this itinerary, take a whale watching cruise in the Banks Peninsula from Akaroa; from Napier, dive into the traditions of the Maori during an unforgettable activity; or, from Tauranga, explore the extraordinary site of Rotorua, home to volcanic and geothermal attractions. The diversity of experiences on offer promises you intense and varied moments (to discover the full range of excursions, go to the itinerary tab). Your cruise aboard Le Jacques Cartier will begin in Auckland. This New Zealand city bordered by two seas will surprise you with its modernity and its cosmopolitan atmosphere. On Waiheke Island, opposite Auckland, you will be enchanted not only by the authentic villages nestled at the heart of vineyards but also by the attractive coastline that forms heavenly beaches. Soon, Tauranga will welcome you and open the doors to the many treasures of Rotorua: volcanoes, hot springs, geysers, rivers and gorges, and lakes ranging in colour from deep blue to bright orange. Following the warm and translucent waters of the South Pacific Ocean, Le Jacques Cartier will sail towards Gisborne. The first city on Earth to see the sun rise each day, it is distinguished by its enchanting environment of sandy strips and subtropical forest. Here you will learn about Māori culture and local history and will be invited to taste some of the products of this rich farming region, renowned in particular for its chardonnay. On the east coast of North Island, Napier unfolds before you, revealing its treasures in a unique architectural style where the sleek lines of Art Deco buildings mingle with traditional Māori patterns. Wellington, the capital of New Zealand, is the next stop on your journey. You will have the opportunity to learn more about the Māori people during a visit to the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa. Next, during an unforgettable sailing experience you will explore the Malborough Sounds, an extensive network of submerged valleys creating a maze of hilly islands and peninsulas. After a stop in Picton, it is now time to sail to Akaroa. In this bay formed by an old, flooded volcano crater, the unique mix of the Māori, French and European cultures offers a different experience. Your journey ends in Lyttleton, once the departure point of the British expeditions to the South Pole.
Day 1 - Auckland
Day 2 - Waiheke Island
Day 3 - Tauranga
Day 4 - Gisborne
Day 5 - Napier
Day 6 - Wellington
Day 7 - Marlborough Sounds
Day 8 - Picton
Day 9 - Akaroa
Day 10 - Lyttelton
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On cruise holiday with the Le Jacques Cartier
In keeping with the philosophy of PONANT and the PONANT EXPLORERS, Le Jacques-Cartier combines the desire for adventure with five-star travel. A modern ship with slender, tapered lines, it is environmentally friendly and equipped with innovative technology.
- 2020
- Launched
- 184
- Passengers
- 92
- Cabins
- 5
- Decks
- 18
- Width
- 131
- Length
- 118
- Crew
- 13
- Speed
Cabins
1 - 4 persons
Grand Deluxe Suite
45m2 - Suite
1 - 3 persons
Privilege Suite
32m2 - Suite
1 - 3 persons
Prestige Suite
38m2 - Suite
1 - 3 persons
Deluxe Suite
27m2 - Suite
1 - 2 persons
Prestige Stateroom
19m2 - Balcony
1 - 2 persons
Deluxe Stateroom
19m2 - Balcony
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*) Price indication based on Cruise only price for 2 guests and 1 cabin. Pricing may vary. Always request a quote for the lowest price!