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From Singapore to Bali, set sail on a 10-day expedition cruise aboard Le Lapérouse, into the heart of fascinating Indonesia. An itinerary developed by PONANT, discovering the largest archipelago in the world.
Following your departure from Singapore, Le Lapérouse will sail the turquoise waters of the Belitung Islands, east of Sumatra. This archipelago made up of many islands, the two largest being Bangka and Belitung, will delight you with its long beaches with their giant granite rock formations, similar to those found in the Seychelles, coming out of the water.
Your stay will continue in southern Borneo, in the Tanjung Puting National Park. Here, an unforgettable moment in the midst of a sublime tropical forest that is home to many orangutans awaits.
After a stopover in Probolinggo as close as possible to Mount Bromo, your ship will set sail for Badas on the island of Sumbawa. You will be welcomed by the inhabitants of Pamulung village, where you will be able to witness a traditional ceremony.
You will explore the marvellous Komodo National Park, where the famous dragons, a prehistoric species, reign supreme over the island’s herbaceous landscapes.
Finally you will set sail to the south of the paradisiacal and enchanting island of Bali, your journey’s end.
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A brand-new cruise in the world's largest archipelago. discovering one of the richest and most diverse marine and terrestrial ecosystems in the world. UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Komodo National park,...
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To complete your voyage, PONANT can organise a range of shore excursions, pre & post cruise activities and packages, plus transfers.
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Expedition programmes include activities such as zodiac outings and landings (sometimes with "wet landings"), moderate walks to more active hikes, all accompanied by your expedition team of naturalist guides.
Ports of call, visited sites, outings and landings will depend on weather conditions, winds and the state of the sea. These can force a change of plans at any time. The Captain and the Expedition Leader may at any time cancel or stop any activity, or even modify the itinerary. The final itinerary will be confirmed by the Captain, who will take into account the touristic quality of the sites and above all, the safety of the passengers. His decision will be based on advice from experts and authorities.
Travelling to isolated regions is an exhilarating experience. In remote areas, please remember that you are far from modern hospitals with full medical facilities, thus evacuation is extremely expensive. Without adequate medical coverage, all expenses will have to be immediately paid with your personal funds. We urge you to subscribe to full coverage insurance, choose your insurance company very carefully, be extremely vigilant and ensure your insurance is fully comprehensive, especially if you are insured by your credit card. PONANT offers an insurance contract with extensive guarantees, please contact us for more information.
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During your visits to some local communities, all guests will be required to dress respectfully. Ladies must have their shoulders and thighs covered. Gentlemen should have their shoulders covered also.
Ideal clothes for life on board:
During the days spent on board, you are advised to wear comfortable clothes or casual outfits. The entire ship is air-conditioned, so a light sweater, a light jacket or a shawl may be necessary. When moving about in the public areas of the ship and the decks, light but comfortable shoes are recommended.
Informal evening:
In the evening, you are advised to wear smart-casual attire, especially when dining in our restaurants where wearing shorts and tee-shirts is not allowed.
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Officer’s evening:
For all cruises longer than 8 nights, an Officer’s Evening with a white dress code may be organized. Therefore, we encourage you to bring a stylish white outfit for the occasion (otherwise black and white).
Gala evening:
During the cruise, two gala evenings will be organised on board. Thus, we recommend that you bring one or two formal outfits.
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SHOP:
A small shop is available on board offering a wide range of outfits, jewellery, leather goods and many accessories.
A laundry service (washing/ironing) is available on board, but unfortunately there are no dry cleaning services. For safety reasons, your cabin is not equipped with an iron.
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In your hand luggage, remember to bring any medicines that you need, and possibly a small spare bag of toiletries (in case of delay in the delivery of your baggage by the airline). Remember to always have your travel documents with you in case you need them: hotel vouchers, cruise vouchers, return flight tickets... Never leave them in your hold luggage.
All our cabins have a safe. We recommend not to go ashore with valuable jewellery.
PONANT activities
Embarkation 31/3/2023 From 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Departure 31/3/2023 at 6:00 pm
Nicknamed the Garden City, Singapore stretches across Malaysia's southern-most region. Experience the vibrant hustle and bustle of this city-state for yourself at the Marina Bay. No too far away is the historic centre, offering up a unique smorgasbord of neoclassical buildings and contemporary towers. Decked out in topiary, the pavements of Orchard Road are also home to countless shopping centres. The colourful markets in Chinatown and Little India are the perfect opportunity to quell hunger pangs in a hawker centre, one of the city's traditional snack bars. Between the two districts, get a slice of history with a trip to the Raffles dock. It was here that Englishman Sir Raffles, the founder of the city, is said to have arrived one fateful day in January 1819.
Arrival 1/4/2023
Departure 1/4/2023
During your journey at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness centre. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. This journey without a port of call will also be an opportunity to enjoy the conferences or shows proposed on board, depending on the activities offered, or to do some shopping in the boutique or to meet the PONANT photographers in their dedicated space. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship’s upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest and entertainment.
Arrival 2/4/2023
Departure 2/4/2023
Like confetti sprinkled on the Indian Ocean, the Belitung Islands invite discovery, admiration and authenticity. Nestling to the east of Sumatra in the South China and Java seas, the archipelago is composed of myriad small, idyllic islands, the largest of which are Belitung and Bangka. It is on the latter that, in 1920, the Dutch explorer C.J. Batenburg discovered the Kedukan Bukiat inscription, a stone dating from the year 623 CE on which was recorded the State’s naval and military power at that time. But besides its history, the Belitung archipelago stands out for its beautiful scenery. With its mythical lighthouse and its granite rocks skimming the water, the archipelago is sometimes reminiscent of the Seychelles. A popular playground for divers, the archipelago and its shallow waters are home to numerous species of coral and colourful fish.
Arrival 3/4/2023
Departure 3/4/2023
Not far from Kumai in the south of Borneo, discover the magnificent Tanjung Puting National Park, one of Indonesia’s must-see sites. Listed as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, you will explore it from a Zodiac®, surrounded by tropical rainforest. People tend to come here particularly for the orang-utans. These fascinating primates have been part of a rehabilitation programme here for several years. For what is sure to be a moving experience, you may see them in their natural habitat.
Arrival 4/4/2023
Departure 4/4/2023
During your journey at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness centre. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. This journey without a port of call will also be an opportunity to enjoy the conferences or shows proposed on board, depending on the activities offered, or to do some shopping in the boutique or to meet the PONANT photographers in their dedicated space. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship’s upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest and entertainment.
Arrival 5/4/2023
Departure 5/4/2023
Nestled inside the massive Tengger caldera surrounded by a sea of sand, Mount Bromo is the epitome of desolate beauty. The volcanic complex dates back to about 820,000 years ago and consists of five overlapping stratovolcanoes, each truncated by a caldera. Lava domes, pyroclastic cones, and a maar occupy the flanks of the massif. The surreal lunar landscape has spurned countless legends and myths. Mt Bromo has particular significance for the Hindu Tengger people who believe that this was the site where a brave prince sacrificed his life for his family. After an early departure from the ship guest will travel by bus to Mount Bromo to enjoy this surreal site.
Arrival 6/4/2023
Departure 6/4/2023
The port of Badas is part of the greater township of Sumbawa Besar, on the island of Sumbawa. Like most of Sumbawa the people hold their culture strong as a major part of their identity. The island has a strong influence from the Makassarese of Sulawesi, who over the centuries have introduced a lot of their culture into Sumbawa. Join your expedition team and local guides for a tour by bus to Pamulung Village where you will be welcomed by the head of the village and have the opportunity to witness first-hand the local traditions of rice pounding, weaving and also witness a wedding procession. Your visit will conclude with an exciting Sumbawa buffalo race, an event that will be held in honour of our visit.
Arrival 7/4/2023
Departure 8/4/2023
Between the islands of Sumbawa and Florès, Komodo National Park welcomes you to discover its natural wonders. At the very heart of the Indonesian archipelago, the three islands that form it – Komodo, Rinca and Padar - owe their renown to the famous eponymous dragons, enormous lizards over two metres long, which live in its grassy savannah. This jagged and hilly volcanic territory belonging to the Sunda Islands is a UNESCO World Heritage Site because of its incredible terrestrial and marine biodiversity. Admire its palette of colours, intermingling the sparkling whites of the beaches, the deep blues of the coral-filled water and the soft greens of its pastures.
Arrival 9/4/2023 mid morning
Disembarkation 9/4/2023 at 10:00 am
If it's a taste of exotic authenticity you're after, prepare to be spell-bound by the island of Bali, tucked away in the heart of the Indonesian archipelago. The beauty and diversity of its landscapes, the depth and richness of its cultural heritage and the plethora of activities on offer here make Bali a little slice of heaven on Earth. The island's southern coast enthrals with its white sand beaches, its picturesque little fishing villages such as Benoa, and its hills patchworked with terraced rice paddies further inland. Nicknamed 'the Island of Gods' for its sumptuous temples, Bali is the beating heart of Indonesian Hinduism.
Tropical Expedition
Explore the planet’s most remote tropical regions during a PONANT expedition cruise. In the heart of Oceania’s archipelagos or the Indian Ocean atolls, along the wild coastlines of Central America or Australia, our luxury amenities and services will make your expedition cruise an unforgettable experience. Our expedition leaders and their teams of naturalist guides devise exceptional itineraries and organise daily outings, shore visits in Zodiac® dinghies, or snorkelling when the cruises are conducive to it, to take you as close as possible to nature. Aboard the ship, they share their knowledge during lectures on a variety of topics such as the fauna and flora, the history of the great explorations, geology and climatology. On land, using the local transport options or during hikes, discover the must-see natural sites and, for a few hours, partake in the life and ancestral customs of the local populations.
Shore excursions, Pre/Post & Overlands
Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Day 1 - Singapore
Meet at the airport in the Arrival Hall (look for PONANT sign). You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
You will be transferred to the hotel Fairmont Singapore for check-in.
Dinner at your own expense. The evening is at leisure.
Day 2 - Singapore
Check-out.
Depart the hotel by coach for a kaleidoscopic tour of Singapore. Along the way, you will drive through the business district and historical Colonial area, where splendid architecture and foliage combine to create the perfect backdrop for photographing the landmark of Singapore.
Visit Singapore’s icon – the Merlion Park, a popular tourist attraction placed among the famous landmarks of great cities of the world. The Merlion has been erected as a symbol to welcome all visitors to Singapore.
From here, you will be able to see the Fullerton Hotel. Originally built in 1928, the Fullerton building used to house occupants such as the General Post office, the Exchange, the Chamber of Commerce and the Singapore Club, all of which played important economic roles in ensuring that Singapore remained the trading hub in South-East Asia at the time.
You will drive pass the Supreme Court and the Old Parliament House.
Next, visit the ACM, as the Asian Civilizations Museum is commonly called. It is the first museum in the region to present a broad yet integrated perspective of Pan-Asian heritage and cultures. The museum is devoted to preserving cultural heritage of Asia, especially the ancestral cultures of Singaporeans. These include China, Southeast Asia, India and the Islamic world.
After your Chinese lunch in a local restaurant, you will proceed to Gardens by the bay – a showcase of horticulture and garden artistry, bringing the world of plants to Singapore and present Singapore to the world.
After your colourful and diversified tour of Singapore, you will be transferred to pier for embarkation.
Your hotel:
The five-star Fairmont Singapore Hotel (local standards) is ideally located in the heart of the city's business, historical, cultural and shopping districts, just 20 minutes away from Singapore Changi International Airport. The hotel boasts a pool, a sensorial fitness centre, a spa, steam room (hammam), sauna, tennis courts, a dozen bars and gourmet restaurants, laundry service and Wi-Fi Internet access. It also offers 24-hour room service.
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Contact of your hotel:
Fairmont Singapore
80 Bras Basah Road
189560 Singapore
Telephone: 00 65 6339 7777
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
Total : AU$1,080
Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your daytime between your port of disembarkation and the airport.
Bali
After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port by our local representative.
You will depart the port for the second largest Balinese temple, Taman Ayun temple. Built in 1634, Pura Taman Ayun is surrounded by a moat. Its name means "temple garden in the water". In popular belief, it protects Bali from evil spirits. The temple was restored in 1949. Its classification as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, due to its importance and majestic architecture, dates from 2012.
You will then proceed to one of Bali’s most important landmarks, Pura Tanah Lot famed for its unique offshore setting. Before your visit, you will first have lunch in a local restaurant.
Tanah Lot Temple is perched on a rocky outcrop like a lighthouse surrounded by the sea. The temple was built by a high priest named Nirartha who fell in love with the site. It is part of Bali’s Six Temples honouring the Spirits of the sea.
You will then be transferred to Ngurah Rai international airport in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight.
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Please note:
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
In the event of schedule changes of PONANT’s selected flight, your programme will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised programme will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final programme will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.
Total : AU$230
Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Take advantage of three days to discover the Balinese culture with its traditions and spirituality. Also enjoy a relaxing interlude in the serenity of an enchanting resort nestled in lush green. This programme will be an ideal prelude to your cruise.
Day 1 – Benoa/Batuan Temple/Bebek Bengil/Tampak Siring Temple/Ubud
After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port by our local representative.
You will depart for a day of sightseeing that will first take you to the village of Batuan. You will get the chance to visit the most remarkable temple in the village, called Pura Puseh. This temple is one of the oldest structures in Bali dating back to the 11th century and decorated with elaborate carvings. The Pura Puseh (Puseh Temple), also known as Batuan Temple.
After lunch, you will travel across lush vegetation sceneries to reach Tirta Empul, also known as Tampak Siring Temple.
Tirta Empul, meaning “holy water spring”, is the name of a water source located within the temple. The spring feeds various purification baths and pools. It is a place for solemn prayers and a place where pilgrims come for a ritual of purification in its two rectangular pools.
At the end of this visit, you will take the road to your hotel.
Check-in.
The dinner will be served at the hotel.
Day 2 - Ubud/Kerta Gosa Court of Justice/Besakik Mother Temple/Ubud
After breakfast, you will reach Kerta Gosa located about 40 kilometres away (25 mi).
Kerta Gosa is the former Royal Courts of Justice in Klungkung. Besides being of historic and archaeological interest, Kerta Gosa is a delightful place set in a courtyard of ponds. The highlight of the building is a decorated ceiling featuring the wayang style of painting. The building was founded in the 18th century and is unique and full of high art value.
You will then take a mountain road bordered by rice paddies clinging to the slopes of Mount Agung to reach Pura Besakih, known as the “Mother temple” situated about 1,000 m (3,000 ft) above sea level.
Sacred site and most important Hindu temple on the island, Besakih is a place of pilgrimage where all Balinese deities are represented. It is a complex of 23 separate temples dating back to the 8th-century. Pura Besakih made the world spotlight in 1963 when the temple miraculously survived a devastating eruption by Mount Agung.
After lunch, you will return to your hotel.
The rest of the day is at leisure.
Dinner at the hotel.
Day 3 – Ubud/Denpasar
After breakfast, time at leisure to relax and enjoy the hotel’s facilities depending on your flight schedule.
Official check-out until 12 am.
You will then be transferred to the airport (about 2,5-hour drive) in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
Your hotel:
The Maya Ubud Resort & Spa sits in splendid seclusion, bordered by the dramatic Petanu River valley and the villages of Bedulu and Pejeng to the east, and the verdant rice fields of Peliatan on the west. The ten-hectare tract of land is itself, a quiet heaven of tropical gardens and architect-designed tratched buildings and luxury guestrooms. A complimentary wireless internet service is available in all guest accommodations and public areas. You will find at your disposal three restaurants and bars. Among the many recreation facilities at Maya Ubud are two swimming pools, tennis courts, yoga pavilion and gym. It is a leisurely 25-minute walk from Maya Ubud to the colourful and bustling central market and shops.
Petulu Departure Lounge offers a comfortable air-conditioned area, plus outdoor seating area in which to relax prior to departure.
Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.
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Contact of your hotel:
Maya Ubud Resort & Spa
1 Gunung Sari Peliatan, P.O. BOX 1001
Gianyar, 80571
Indonesia
Telephone: (62) 361 – 977888
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
Total : AU$1,170