Secular treasures in the Land of the Rising Sun – Ponant – 05 Apr 2025 – Cruise Traveller

Secular treasures in the Land of the Rising Sun – Ponant

Cruise Line
Ponant
Ship
Le Soleal
Package Departs
05 Apr 2025
Package Duration
7 Nights
Embark Ship
Osaka, Japan
Disembark Ship
Kobe, Japan
Superior Stateroom Deluxe Stateroom Prestige Deck 4 Prestige Deck 5
AU $8,920
per person
 AU $9,660
per person
 AU $10,730
per person
 AU $11,260
per person

Highlights:
– Cruise in partnership with DUCASSE PARIS
– A brand-new cruise to discover the Empire of the Rising Sun, its ancient traditions, its cultural heritage, its natural environments and its emblematic sites.
– Make the most of an excursion included* per person per port of call during your cruise thanks to the selection made by our destination experts.
– UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the feudal Hagi, The Miyajima Sanctuary and its vermillion Torii, the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum.
– A new port of call, the welcoming city of Kochi.
– Varied landscapes along the Seto Inland Sea, offering stunning contrasts between land and sea.
– The port of call on the island of Uwajima, with its strong feudal past and ancestral traditions.
*Pre-bookings open around two months before the start of the cruise; requests are processed on a first-come first-served basis, subject to availability.
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Secular treasures in the Land of the Rising Sun cruise package includes:
– 7 night Japan cruise aboard Le Soleal from Osaka to Kobe
– 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
– Excursion per person per port of call*
– 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 25% 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.

Cruise Itinerary

DateActivityArriveDepart
05 Apr 2025
Osaka, Japan
 10:00 PM
06 Apr 2025
Uno Ko (for Okayama), Japan
 7:00 AM 7:00 PM
07 Apr 2025
Hiroshima, Japan
 6:30 AM 12:30 PM
07 Apr 2025
Miyajima Japan
 2:00 PM 7:00 PM
08 Apr 2025
Hagi, Japan
 11:30 AM 8:00 PM
09 Apr 2025
Busan, (Pusan) South Korea
 7:00 AM 1:00 PM
10 Apr 2025
Uwajima, Japan
 8:30 AM 8:00 PM
11 Apr 2025
Kochi, Japan
 8:00 AM 8:00 PM
12 Apr 2025
Kobe, Japan
 8:00 AM

All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

Please select your preferred category and cabin configuration/price. Then scroll down and select Continue to provide your contact details and preference. Our cruise specialists will check availability and respond to you as soon as possible.

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

Please select your preferred category and cabin configuration/price. Then scroll down and select Continue to provide your contact details and preference. Our cruise specialists will check availability and respond to you as soon as possible.

Gastronomic cruise in partnership with Cuisine et Vins de France, the reference magazine for gastronomy.

Enigmatic and fascinating, traditional and futuristic, the Empire of the Rising Sun invites you on a timeless journey to where the history of the samurai exists alongside the delicateness of the geishas, and where the aromas of the tea plantations intermingle with the scent of cherry blossoms. In the dynamic and bustling city of Osaka, board Le Soléal for a new 8-day cruise to discover this heritage and these ancestral traditions.

Throughout your journey, you will benefit from an excursion included per person per port of call, to choose from a selection offered by PONANT. During this cruise, visit the Peace Memorial from Hiroshima, discover the Itsukushima Shrine from Miyajima Island, or take in the natural treasures of Uwajima. The diversity of experiences on offer promises you intense and varied moments (to discover the full range of excursions, go to the itinerary tab).

After first calling at Uno, Le Soléal will sail towards the western part of the Seto Inland Sea. Hiroshima remains in the world’s imagination as the symbol of the nuclear disaster. Fortunately, like Nagasaki, the city has become one of the archipelago’s most peaceful towns and one of its most attractive. Only the Hiroshima Peace Memorial bears witness to the events that occurred in what is now known as “the City of Peace”. The jagged coastlines of the captivating Miyajima Island, also known as Itsukushima, come into view, and the vermillion Torii of the from Miyajima, Shinto Shrine of Itsukushima, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, unfolds before you in a lush forest setting.

Le Soléal will set sail, on the island of Honshu, to Hagi, the cradle of the samurai and Hagi ware. This town will win you over with its narrow streets, traditional houses, and the former residences of Japanese warriors from this feudal town, whose mythical Shizuki Castle, erected in the 17th century, emerges as a symbol.

Then you will sail to South Korea, a small peninsula that juts out into the Sea of Japan, and discover Busan, South Korea’s second city. A place of great contrasts, Busan offers a spectacular view over its port, as well as over the ancient district of Chalgachi.

Back in Japan, you will sail towards the eastern part of the island of Shikoku. After calling at Uwajima, Le Soléal will set a course for the city of Kochi. Succumb to the charms of this city’s treasures, including lush vegetation, spellbinding caves, an emblematic castle, and ancestral arts and crafts.

Finally, for a grand finale, your journey will end in Kobe, your disembarkation port.

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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