Ponant Cruises luxury itinerary

Le Jacques Cartier May 15-26 2027 EX150527 Cruise & Offers

Benoa, Bali (Indonesia) to Darwin (Australia)

Voyage EX150527 | 12 days DatesMay 15-26 2027 Duration11 nights ShipLe Jacques Cartier

Review Voyage to Indonesia: Dragons, Reefs, and the Spice Islands – with Smithsonian Journeys, voyage EX150527, with its complete official schedule, accommodation guidance, and current offer assistance.

Official PONANT route map for Voyage to Indonesia: Dragons, Reefs, and the Spice Islands – with Smithsonian Journeys aboard Le Jacques Cartier, Voyage EX150527
Official PONANT route mapVoyage to Indonesia: Dragons, Reefs, and the Spice Islands – with Smithsonian Journeys · Voyage EX150527Benoa, Bali (Indonesia) to Darwin (Australia)

May 15, 2027 to May 26, 2027 · Voyage EX150527

Ports & shore experiences

Select a destination to review every published call date, verified timing, an original route-specific overview, and only the shore experiences PONANT associates with this exact voyage and stop.

Day 1
May 15, 2027
Benoa, BaliAsia

Destination overview

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.

  • Day 1 · May 15, 2027Departure 18:00 · Embarkation: 16:00-17:00

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Day 2
May 16, 2027
Badas, SumbawaAsia

Destination overview

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.

  • Day 2 · May 16, 2027Arrival 07:00 · Departure 13:00

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Day 3
May 17, 2027
Komodo National ParkAsia

Destination overview

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.

  • Day 3 · May 17, 2027Arrival 06:30 · Departure 11:30

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Day 4
May 18, 2027
Maumere, FloresAsia

Destination overview

Floresians have an ancient culture stretching back millennia before the first arrival of Europeans in search of trade opportunities. Their history is shared through oral traditions and is recreated in song and dance. The mountainous terrain of Flores has preserved the diversity of cultures and Maumere serves as the capital of the Sikka district and main trading port.

  • Day 4 · May 18, 2027Arrival 08:00 · Departure 16:00

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Day 5
May 19, 2027
Kalabahi, AlorAsia

Destination overview

The unique culture of the Alorese continues among the Takpala indigenous group who have preserved their traditional architecture and ceremonies. The island of Alor is also known as the island of a Thousand Moko’s. The Moko is a small bronze kettledrum which is believed to have originated from the Dong Son culture of Vietnam.

  • Day 5 · May 19, 2027Arrival 07:00 · Departure 12:30

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Day 6
May 20, 2027
Barat Daya IslandsAsia

Destination overview

If you are looking for exoticism and authenticity, then you will be captivated by the Barat Daya Islands, an Indonesian archipelago lying to the east of the Lesser Sunda Islands, bathed by the Banda Sea and surrounded by coral reefs.

  • Day 6 · May 20, 2027Arrival 08:00 · Departure 12:00

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Day 7
May 21, 2027
Banda Neira, Maluku IslandsAsia

Destination overview

From age-old traditional cultures and ancient vestiges, to coral reefs and lush green jungle… The attractions of the remote Banda archipelago seem endless. Better known as the legendary “Spice Islands” of the Ancient World, these small volcanic landmasses were the fabled prize of colonial powers for more than four centuries.

  • Day 7 · May 21, 2027Arrival 07:30 · Departure 18:00

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Day 8
May 22, 2027
Kitikiti Waterfall, MommonAsia

Destination overview

North of Triton Bay , in the Indonesian province of West Papua, lie the Bomberai Peninsula and Sebakor Bay. A real paradise for divers, this protected, authentic and very wild area boasts an exceptional biodiversity. The setting adds local character and a distinctive sense of place to the published itinerary.

  • Day 8 · May 22, 2027Arrival 12:00 · Departure 18:00

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Day 9
May 23, 2027
Triton Bay, West PapuaAsia

Destination overview

Triton Bay is one of three regions in Indonesia’s West Papua province that comprise the Bird’s Head Seascape (the other two are Raja Ampat and Cenderawasih Bay), which is now considered by marine biologists to be the epicentre of the Coral Triangle .

  • Day 9 · May 23, 2027Arrival 06:00 · Departure 18:00

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Day 10
May 24, 2027
Kei Islands, Maluku IslandsAsia

Destination overview

The Kei Islands are blessed with kilometres of stunning, yet almost entirely empty, white-sand beaches and a deeply hospitable population. Beneath the mostly Christian facade, Kei culture is fascinatingly distinctive. Local history holds that ancestors of contemporary Kei islanders came from Bali, part of the expanding Hindu Majapahit kingdom from the western archipelago.

  • Day 10 · May 24, 2027Arrival 07:00 · Departure 12:00

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Day 11
May 25, 2027
At seaAsia

Destination overview

These published sea days connect the itinerary without a separate port call. Every applicable date is grouped here, and no arrival or departure time is implied when PONANT leaves it unpublished. Time aboard may include open-water views, wildlife observation, lectures and the ship's scheduled onboard program.

  • Day 11 · May 25, 2027No port clock time published

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Day 12
May 26, 2027
DarwinAsia

Destination overview

Darwin is located in Australia’s Northern Territory which is also known as the “Top End”. It is the capital city and the most populated town of the Northern Territory. Darwin is a beautiful tropical city, a melting pot of people and cultures , over 50 different cultures live and work.

  • Day 12 · May 26, 2027Arrival 07:00 · Disembarkation: 08:00

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Planning note: Times appear only when published for this sailing. Blank times remain unpublished; a source-system midnight placeholder is never treated as a genuine call time.

A closer look at this sailing

Benoa, Bali (Indonesia) to Darwin (Australia) aboard Le Jacques Cartier

On May 15-26 2027, Le Jacques Cartier sails 11 nights from Benoa, Bali (Indonesia) to Darwin (Australia). Voyage to Indonesia: Dragons, Reefs, and the Spice Islands – with Smithsonian Journeys brings together Badas, Sumbawa, Komodo National Park, Maumere, Flores, Kalabahi, Alor, creating a specific progression of ports for travelers comparing destination variety and voyage pace.

This route includes an official day-by-day schedule and published port times. The source lists 12 route entries, including embarkation, disembarkation, scenic passages, and any sea days exactly as published.

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Le Jacques Cartier | Voyage EX150527 | May 15-26, 2027 | 11 nights Benoa, Bali (Indonesia) to Darwin (Australia)

Luxury cruise planning summary

Le Jacques Cartier May 15-26 2027: is Voyage EX150527 right for you?

This 12-day voyage aboard Le Jacques Cartier sails Benoa, Bali (Indonesia) to Darwin (Australia), with calls including Benoa, Badas, Komodo National Park, and Maumere and 1 published sea day. Voyage EX150527 matches the latest verified voyage-search dataset used by this website. Before reserving, ask Deluxe Cruises to compare accommodations, deck location, inclusions, current availability, and any family, medical, dietary, or accessibility arrangements for this exact departure.

Best for
Travelers considering a 12-day Benoa, Bali (Indonesia) to Darwin (Australia) aboard Le Jacques Cartier, including Benoa, Badas, Komodo National Park, and Maumere.
Why Deluxe Cruises
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Questions travelers ask

Why book Le Jacques Cartier Voyage EX150527 with Deluxe Cruises?

Deluxe Cruises provides personal planning for Voyage EX150527, including accommodation and deck-location comparisons, current availability and preferred-rate guidance, and help documenting family, medical, dietary, or accessibility requests before departure.

What should travelers compare for Voyage EX150527?

For the May 15-26 2027 Benoa, Bali (Indonesia) to Darwin (Australia), compare the published schedule, accommodation category and location, included services, current availability, and any special requirements before you reserve.

How do I request a personalized luxury cruise quote?

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What is included and not included on Le Jacques Cartier Voyage EX150527?

For the May 15-26, 2027 Benoa, Bali (Indonesia) to Darwin (Australia) sailing aboard Le Jacques Cartier: PONANT, its small sailing products and the Aqua Expeditions partner vessels have materially different fare inclusions. The current verified record does not establish one complete inclusion and exclusion schedule for this vessel, so dining, beverages, equipment, laundry and personal services must follow the exact ship, voyage and booking confirmation. The exact fare and booking confirmation control.

What bed is provided for a child or third guest on Le Jacques Cartier Voyage EX150527?

For the May 15-26, 2027 Benoa, Bali (Indonesia) to Darwin (Australia) sailing aboard Le Jacques Cartier: Primary-bed and occupancy arrangements differ between PONANT ships, small yachts and Aqua Expeditions vessels. The current verified record does not name a child or third-guest sleeping surface for this vessel, so no extra bed is assumed without the exact category record. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact room and occupancy before booking.

Are shore excursions included on Le Jacques Cartier Voyage EX150527, and can Deluxe Cruises help with alternatives?

For the May 15-26, 2027 Benoa, Bali (Indonesia) to Darwin (Australia) sailing aboard Le Jacques Cartier: Activity availability depends on the vessel, voyage, destination and operating conditions. The current verified record does not establish that every named excursion or expedition activity is fare-included, so the exact program and booking confirmation control. If a preferred shore experience is not included, Deluxe Cruises can compare independent alternatives and check whether a lower price or better value is available than booking through the cruise line. Availability and savings vary and are confirmed before purchase.

How does Internet and Wi-Fi work aboard Le Jacques Cartier for Voyage EX150527?

For the May 15-26, 2027 Benoa, Bali (Indonesia) to Darwin (Australia) sailing aboard Le Jacques Cartier: The current verified record does not establish one Wi-Fi allowance, tier or device rule across the PONANT and Aqua Expeditions fleet. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact vessel and booking entitlement. The exact booking confirmation controls.

What are Le Jacques Cartier's verified headline statistics?
184Guests
92Staterooms
118Crew
131 m / 430 ftLength
What clothes should I bring for this May itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this May itinerary

  • Pack versatile layers suited to the route and season, including a light sweater and compact wind- and water-resistant outer layer.
  • Bring comfortable, supportive, non-slip walking shoes for piers, steps, cobbled streets, and longer touring days.
  • Add sun protection, a compact umbrella, and clothing that covers shoulders and knees where local religious or cultural sites require modest dress.

PONANT EXPLORATIONS dress guidance

  • The published standard is casual elegance. A cocktail dress or similar evening attire is suggested for gala evenings.
  • PONANT also publishes white or black-and-white attire for the Officers evening. Shorts and Bermuda shorts are not accepted in the gourmet restaurant at dinner.
  • Expedition voyages require practical destination-specific layers and footwear in addition to the onboard evening wardrobe.

Packing suggestions are Deluxe Cruises editorial guidance; the cruise line's final documents and the weather forecast control the last check.

What services and amenities are available aboard Le Jacques Cartier?
  • Sisterships and PONANT Explorers generally publish lounges, bars, a spa or salon, fitness room, outdoor pool, theater and boutique; Explorers also publish the Blue Eye underwater lounge.

Venues, hours, inclusions, equipment, and operating conditions can vary by ship and sailing. Deluxe Cruises will reconfirm the details for this departure.

What fitness, sports, or wellness facilities does Le Jacques Cartier have?
  • PONANT publishes a fitness room across its main fleet except Spirit of Ponant; gentle exercise may be scheduled depending on the program.

Class schedules, age rules, treatment access, operating hours, and equipment availability are confirmed for the exact ship and voyage.

What accommodation features and services can Le Jacques Cartier guests expect?
  • Main-fleet rooms publish air conditioning, a safe, television and Diptyque bath products; Spirit of Ponant is an exception to the television statement.
  • Every accommodation on the PONANT Explorers and Le Commandant Charcot has a balcony. Most Sistership rooms have balconies, with seven Deck 3 exceptions; Le Ponant and Spirit of Ponant use different layouts.
  • Room service is published around the clock on the main fleet, with overnight exceptions on Le Ponant and Spirit of Ponant. Butler service is limited to eligible suite categories.

Review the exact room or suite number, category, deck position, layout, and benefits for Voyage EX150527 before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Le Jacques Cartier?
  • Children under one year old are not accepted.
  • On classic voyages, children age one and older may sail, with a published maximum of five children ages one through six per voyage. Kids Club is for age four and older when offered.
  • Expedition voyages generally require age six or older; Le Commandant Charcot requires age eight or older. Children must be able to board a Zodiac independently where Zodiac operations are part of the program.
  • Parents or guardians remain responsible for children; family programming is not guaranteed on every departure.
  • The current PONANT FAQ accepts pregnancy only when the guest will not be beyond the end of the third month by cruise end.
  • Pregnant guests are not accepted on expedition cruises. These unusually restrictive rules must be reconfirmed before booking.

For Voyage EX150527: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Le Jacques Cartier handle special needs, medical arrangements, and accessibility?
  • The FAQ identifies Sisterships, PONANT Explorers, m/s Paul Gauguin and Le Commandant Charcot as the fleet products designed for reduced mobility; exact accessible rooms are ship-specific.
  • A guest must be self-sufficient or travel with a capable companion. The captain may prevent a difficult landing, gangway transfer or Zodiac operation for safety.
  • A doctor and nurse are published across the main fleet, with Le Ponant instead using a nurse and telemedicine support; services and medication are charged.
  • Sisterships, PONANT Explorers, m/s Paul Gauguin and Le Commandant Charcot publish hospital facilities intended for urgent or minor treatment, not full hospital care.
  • Notify PONANT of treatment needs at reservation, complete required forms and carry an adequate supply of medication. Remote expedition evacuation can be delayed.

Important: access varies by accommodation, gangway, pier, tender, shore transport, and operating conditions. Document needs when requesting the booking and reconfirm them before travel.

What is the smoking policy aboard Le Jacques Cartier?
  • PONANT ships are non-smoking, including accommodation balconies. Smoking is limited to designated outdoor areas.

Designated locations and onboard rules can change. Follow the policy, posted signs, and crew instructions in force for the voyage.

How can I find the best cruise airfare for Le Jacques Cartier Voyage EX150527?

For flights to Benoa, Bali (Indonesia) before this Le Jacques Cartier cruise and home from Darwin (Australia) after Voyage EX150527, compare schedules, fare rules, baggage allowances, connection times, and change options—not airfare alone. Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Airfare page to explore flight options designed around your cruise and potential ways to save money. Airfares and savings vary, and Deluxe Cruises will help confirm suitable travel dates and connection time before booking.

Where can I review cruise travel insurance information?

Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Travel Insurance page to prepare for a quote and compare optional protection with Travel Insured.

You can also search the Deluxe Cruises Cruise-Line Travel Insurance Directory for cruise-line-specific plan companies, insurer or administrator contacts, available policy-document links, and published pre-existing-condition purchase guidance. Plan terms and availability can change; the policy or certificate issued for your state controls.

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