Alaska, Nature on a Grand Scale – Ponant – 17 Aug 2024 – Cruise Traveller

Alaska, Nature on a Grand Scale – Ponant

Cruise Line
Ponant
Ship
Le Soleal
Package Departs
17 Aug 2024
Package Duration
12 Nights
Embark Ship
Seward, Alaska
Disembark Ship
Vancouver, BC. Canada
Superior Stateroom Prestige Deck 4 Prestige Deck 5 Prestige Deck 6
AU $11,820
per person
 AU $13,970
per person
 AU $14,590
per person
 AU $15,350
per person

Highlights:
– With featured guest Cindy Miller Hopkins, American Photo Ambassador.
– A cruise discovering Alaska in all its forms, featuring sumptuous scenery, from temperate rainforests to majestic glaciers, encounters with local communities and observation of abundant wildlife.
– A dive into the history of the region to take the time to discover the Alaska of trappers and gold hunters.
– Visit traditional villages and meet the peoples of the Far North.
– The presence of an experienced team of naturalist-guides.
– A voyage to discover some of Alaska`s most beautiful glaciers, particularly in the Tsaa Fjord or Prince William Sound.
– Prince William Sound, the jewel of Alaska, with its islets and jagged and snow-covered fjords, mineral landscapes and old-growth forest, which is home to rich wildlife.
– Exploring Alaska`s majestic landscapes during scenic cruising or hikes, outings in local boats or tender motorboats.
– Landscapes: fjords, tall mountains, huge glaciers, primary forest, jagged cliffs.
– Wildlife: humpback whales, orcas, brown bears, grizzlies, sea otters, Steller sea lions, bald eagles.
– Enjoy a carefully selected program of included activities with our local partners, on land and on the water, with a team of naturalist guides and local guides.
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Alaska, Nature on a Grand Scale cruise package includes:
– Transfer from Anchorage Airport to Anchorage hotel
– 1 nights accommodation at Anchorage hotel – includes dinner and breakfast
– Transfer from Anchorage hotel to Seward – includes lunch
– 11 night Alaska cruise aboard Le Soleal from Seward to Vancouver
– 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
– One excursion – Sea Otter & Wildlife Quest (subject to change or withdrawal without notice)
– Evening entertainment and events
– Room service 24h (special selection)
– Port taxes

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 (13Mar24) based on current Ponant bonus discount of 20% where applicable which can and does change without prior notice. Some cabins may have obstructed views. 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 mentioned are only included if guests are arriving/departing by air at specific airports on exact package dates. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty. Any hotels, transfers and airline carriers listed are at the discretion of Ponant. Programme and flight schedule are subject to change without prior notice.

Special Validity Dates

Special is valid from 13 Mar 2024 to 30 Jun 2024 or until sold out/withdrawn.

Pre-cruise Itinerary

DateActivityArriveDepart
17 Aug 2024 Transfer from airport to hotel - Overnight Anchorage
18 Aug 2024 Transfer from Anchorage to Seward - Embark cruise

Cruise Itinerary

DateActivityArriveDepart
18 Aug 2024
Seward, Alaska
 6:00 PM
19 Aug 2024
College Fjord, Alaska
19 Aug 2024
Prince William Sound, Alaska
20 Aug 2024
Tsaa Fjord, Icy Bay, Alaska
21 Aug 2024
Sitka, Alaska
22 Aug 2024
Elfin Cove, Alaska
22 Aug 2024
Point Adolphus, Chichagof Island, Alaska
23 Aug 2024
Skagway, Alaska
24 Aug 2024
Kake, Alexander Archipelago, Alaska
25 Aug 2024
Petersburg, Alaska
26 Aug 2024
Misty Fjords, Alaska
27 Aug 2024
Inside Passage, Alaska
28 Aug 2024
Alert Bay, British Columbia, Canada
28 Aug 2024
Johnstone Strait, BC Canada
29 Aug 2024
Vancouver, BC. Canada
 7:00 AM

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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Category Twin Per Person     Single Per Person
Superior Stateroom
   
Prestige Deck 4
   
Prestige Deck 5
   
Prestige Deck 6
   
Deluxe Suite
   
Prestige Deck 5 Suite
   
Prestige Deck 6 Suite
   

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The “great land” or the “mainland” in Aleut is very aptly named. An immense territory and a mythical region, land of trappers and the origin of the greatest adventures, Alaska welcomes you to discover its changing, yet always grandiose, landscapes. During an 12-day expedition cruise aboard Le Soléal, enter the kingdom of nature and explore incredible Alaska during a journey discovering all its mysteries.

The largest State of the United States also has the most diverse landscapes. From temperate rainforests forests to the icy scenery of the Arctic, the relief fluctuates between majestic fjords and snow-covered mountains. The legendary Mount Saint Elias is stunning, standing 5,489 metres (18,000 feet) tall, near the head of the Icy Bay. Inside the bay, you will also travel through the Tsaa Fjord, surrounded by hanging glaciers and dizzying waterfalls. Among the jewels you will have the chance of exploring, Prince William Sound is a sight like no other. Imagine a painting: it features coniferous forests, which hide, in the background, mountains that are bleached by the eternal snow. The glaciers moving towards the sea, dressed in their finest colours, provide another opportunity to contemplate and learn more about this unique ecosystem.

In the heart of this wild and majestic nature, you will set off to discover Alaskan life and customs, accompanied by our guides and naturalists, who are experts in the region. With local arts and crafts, the history of the emblematic totems and traditional shows, you are promised a real immersion into the local life of the communities. You cruise will also be an opportunity to go back in time to the 19th century and to the famous gold rush, so well told by Jack London in his novel The Call of the Wild.

Here, humans must share the vastness with the animal kingdom. At sea, have fun spotting the humpback whales as they blow on the horizon. On land, black bears and grizzly bears are the focus of most attention and observations, while the majestic bald eagle, the symbol of the Unites States, soars above in the sky. The crucial notions of this cruise involve searching and keeping an eye out; the unexpected and the uncertainty are what make these singular encounters even more spectacular.

We are privileged guests in these extreme lands where we are at the mercy of weather and ice conditions. The itinerary, landings on certain sites and the observation of certain wildlife cannot be guaranteed. They vary from day to day, making each PONANT cruise a unique experience. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible.

Designed in 2013 and loyal to the PONANT spirit, Le Soléal like her sisterships embodies the subtle alliance between luxury, intimacy and wellbeing which is Ponant’s signature. The elegance of her exterior and interior lines and her intimate size (only 132 staterooms and suites)make this a rare and innovative yacht on the cruise market.

Interior Design:
With her fluid lines and a modern colour scheme combining natural wood with shades of grey and white, Le Soléal presents references to a nautical theme.

Ship Profile & Stats

  • Length: 142 metres
  • Maiden Voyage: 2013
  • Passenger Capacity (dbl): 264
  • Officer Nationality: French
  • Ship Registration: France

Ship Amenities

  • Individually Controlled Air Conditioning & Heating
  • Mini Bar
  • Flat screen satellite Television
  • iPod Players
  • Video on Demand
  • In Room Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Direct-dial telephone
  • 110/220 volts outlet
  • 24 Hour Room Service
  • Internet Access Wifi

Ship Facilities

  • Gastronomic Restaurant
  • Main Lounge
  • Boutique’s
  • Medical Centre
  • Theatre
  • Fitness Centre
  • Beauty Salon
  • Massage Rooms
  • Hair Salon
  • Swimming Pool
  • Grill Restaurant
  • Internet Station
  • Library
  • Panoramic Lounge
  • Panoramic Terrace
  • Open Air Bar
  • Sun Deck

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…

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* Unless otherwise noted all pricing is on a per person twin share basis. All prices based on cash payment - credit card fees may apply. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Special conditions may 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. Any pricing not in Australian Dollars will be converted on the day of payment into the relevant currency based on our daily rate of exchange. Please note that many of the prices shown on this website are not shown in real time. Whilst we endeavour to keep our pricing as up-to-date as possible, the advertised prices shown here may differ slightly from the live prices in our booking system. All pricing and offers are subject to availability at time of booking. Whilst all information is correct at the time of publication, offers are subject to change. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty. Please submit any data errors/omissions you may notice on this site.

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