Cruise Line |
Ponant |
Ship |
Le Soleal |
Destination |
Australia |
Nights |
7 |
Departure Date |
10 Oct 2021 |
Description |
7 Night Cruise sailing from Perth roundtrip aboard Le Soleal.
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.
Highlights of this cruise:
Perth
Perth is the capital and largest city of the Australian state of Western Australia and the fourth most populous city in Australia. The Perth inner area radiates north and south of the Swan River on a flat coastal plain, bounded in by the Darling Scarp to the east and the Indian Ocean coastline in the west. It is known as a quiet, safe and laid-back city.
Within easy walking and cycling distance, visitors can experience contemporary circus, fine crafts, original music and theatre, exciting galleries, museums and bookshops. Along with maritime history and extensive architectural conservation, the Arts have become a central part of Fremantle life where visitors can discover the past and present.
From Perth you can access the West Australian Outback, feed the dolphins at Monkey Mia or perhaps swim with the Gentle creatures of the deep - Whale Sharks. Alternatively visitors can experience the wines of Margaret River region south of Perth.
Geraldton
Situated 424km north of Perth, Geraldton is the capital of Western Australia's Mid-West region and the gateway to the amazing Abrolhos Islands.
Geraldton is perched on a spectacular coastline to the west, rolling hills and breakaway ranges to the east, whilst the Chapman and Greenough Rivers frame this unique city to the north and south. The superb positioning and climate make Geraldton a truly perfect place to visit and live.
Winters are mild, Summers can be hot (but are cooled due to the regular sea breeze), Autumn is balmy and Spring is bursting with blooming wildflowers.
World renowned for an extensive host of water sports, Geraldton lends itself to some of the most spectacular kitesurfing, windsurfing, fishing and diving conditions. With a world leading rock lobster fishery, farming and agriculture, the production of iron ore, making it a truly thriving and sustainable regional city.
Come and revel in the beautiful climate, discover the natural attractions and enjoy the sensational cultural and dining experiences that Geraldton has to offer.
Monkey Mia
Monkey Mia is a popular tourist resort located about 800 km north of Perth, Western Australia. The resort is 25 km northeast of the town of Denham in the Shark Bay Marine Park and World Heritage Site. Shark Bay is centred on the towns of Monkey Mia and Debham and is made up of Francois Peron National Park, Dirk Hartog Island, Shell Beach, Shark Bay Marine Park and Hamelin Pool Marine Nature Reserve. It was given World Heritage status in 1991.
The main attraction at Monkey Mia is the daily feeding of the bottlenose Dolphins that have been coming close to shore for more than forty years. Rangers from the Department of Environment and Conservation carefully supervise the process. |
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Itinerary |
Cruise Itinerary
Day | Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
1 |
10/10 |
Perth (Fremantle), WA Australia |
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05:00 PM |
2 |
11/10 |
Geraldton, Western Australia |
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3 |
12/10 |
At sea |
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4 |
13/10 |
Monkey Mia, Western Australia |
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5 |
14/10 |
Shark Bay, Western Australia |
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6 |
15/10 |
Abrolhos Islands, Australia |
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7 |
16/10 |
Jurien Bay, Australia |
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8 |
17/10 |
Perth (Fremantle), WA Australia |
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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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