Le Champlain, 10 Night Expedition between Lake Michigan & Lake Superior ex Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA to Thunder Bay, Ontario Canada – 04 Sep 2024 – Cruise Traveller

Le Champlain, 10 Night Expedition between Lake Michigan & Lake Superior ex Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA to Thunder Bay, Ontario Canada

Cruise Line
Ponant
Ship
Le Champlain
Cruise Departs
04 Sep 2024
Cruise Duration
10 Nights
Embark Ship
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
Disembark Ship
Thunder Bay, Ontario Canada
Deluxe Stateroom Prestige Deck 4 Prestige Deck 5 Prestige Deck 6
AU $11,600
per person
 AU $12,870
per person
 AU $13,500
per person
 AU $14,250
per person

Cruise Itinerary

DateActivityArriveDepart
04 Sep 2024
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
 6:00 PM
05 Sep 2024
Sturgeon Bay, WI
06 Sep 2024
Mackinac Island, Michigan
07 Sep 2024
Lake Superior
07 Sep 2024
Keweenaw Waterway Canal
08 Sep 2024
Bayfield, Apostle Islands
09 Sep 2024
Duluth, Minnesota, USA
09 Sep 2024
Lake Superior
10 Sep 2024
Lake Superior
10 Sep 2024
Silver Islet, Ontario, Canada
11 Sep 2024
Red Rock, Lake Superior
12 Sep 2024
Red Rock, Lake Superior
13 Sep 2024
Slate Islands, Lake Superior
14 Sep 2024
Thunder Bay, Ontario 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 Triple Per Person   Single Per Person
Deluxe Stateroom
   
Prestige Deck 4
   
Prestige Deck 5
   
Prestige Deck 6
   
Deluxe Suite Deck 4
 
Deluxe Suite Deck 6
 
Deluxe Suite Deck 5
 
Deluxe Suite Deck 3
 
Prestige Deck 5 Suite
 
Prestige Deck 6 Suite
 
Privilege Suite Deck 5
 
Privilege Suite Deck 6
 
Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6
 
Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 5
 

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Set off with PONANT aboard Le Champlain on an all-new 11-day expedition cruise discovering Lake Superior, an exceptional exploration amidst flamboyant nature and the cultural riches of the Indigenous communities.

Leaving from Milwaukee, you will enjoy sailing on Lake Michigan, a real inland sea and a perfect introduction to this region following in the footsteps of the first settlers, trappers and Indigenous communities.

Door County and the small town of Sturgeon Bay will welcome you for an exceptional port of call. Its landscapes, its jagged coastline to which historic lighthouses cling, and its vineyards and fruit trees as far as the eye can see compose a lovely postcard of this territory, known as the orchard of the Midwest.

You will continue your exploration towards Mackinac Island, only accessible by boat. This preserved and car-free haven will reveal itself to the sound of horse-drawn carriages and the noise of hooves hitting the paved streets. The Victorian charm of past-times works its spell here and the impressive Mackinac Bridge spans the straits between Lake Michigan and Lake Huron.

You will arrive back in Canada in Sault Ste Marie, located on the banks of St. Marys River, a natural border with the United States. Indigenous, French and British influences have endowed the city with a wealth of historical treasures, and it is also renowned for its locks where the shipping traffic is one of the highest in the world.

Then, Lake Superior, designated a UNESCO International Biosphere Reserve, will open the path to some fine exploring along the northern ‘Inside Passage’. Its sparkling waters are home to rich fauna, primary forest and communities descending from the First Nations, among the oldest indigenous peoples before colonisation.

You will finally set sail for Thunder Bay, your disembarkation port, the end of a magnificent cruise.

Subject to weather conditions. The expedition highlights, encounters with the wildlife and itinerary described illustrate possible experiences only and cannot be guaranteed.

Featuring innovative and environmentally-friendly equipment, elegantly designed cabins, spacious suites with large windows, and lounge areas that open onto the outside, this new limited-capacity yacht boasting just 92 cabins and suites will offer you a truly unique cruising experience.

As the first ship in a new series that remains true to the Ponant spirit, Le Champlain 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 5-star service.

Experience a luxurious setting where the accent is on authenticity and passion for travel.

Ship Profile & Stats

  • Length: 131 metres
  • Maiden Voyage: October 2018
  • Passenger Capacity (dbl): 184
  • Officer Nationality: French
  • Ship Registration: France

Ship Amenities

  • 110/220 volts outlet
  • 24hr room service
  • Bath Robes
  • Flat Screen Television
  • Hair Dryer
  • Individually Controlled Air Conditioning
  • Internet acces wifi
  • Ipod Players
  • Mini Bar
  • Safe
  • Satellite direct line telephone
  • Satellite Television
  • Video on Demand

Ship Facilities

  • Boutique
  • Main Lounge
  • Panoramic Lounge
  • Pool Bar & Lounge
  • Pool Deck
  • Reception Desk
  • Restaurant
  • Solarium
  • Spa & Fitness Centre
  • Swimming Pool
  • Theatre
  • Water Sports including Kayaking & Paddle-Boarding
  • Zodiac

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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