Ponant Cruises luxury itinerary
Le Jacques Cartier September 4-20 2027 EX040927 Cruise & Offers
Darwin (Australia) to Lautoka, Viti Levu Island (Fiji)
Review An escapade in the heart of Melanesia, voyage EX040927, with its complete official schedule, accommodation guidance, and current offer assistance.
September 4, 2027 to September 20, 2027 · Voyage EX040927
Ports & shore experiences
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Day 1
September 4, 2027Darwin
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 1 · September 4, 2027Departure 19:00 · 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.
Days 2, 4, 6, 8 & 16
September 5, 2027, September 7, 2027, September 9, 2027, September 11, 2027 & September 19, 2027At sea
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 Every applicable date is grouped here, and no arrival or departure time is implied when PONANT leaves it unpublished.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 2 · September 5, 2027No port clock time published
- Day 4 · September 7, 2027No port clock time published
- Day 6 · September 9, 2027No port clock time published
- Day 8 · September 11, 2027No port clock time published
- Day 16 · September 19, 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 3
September 6, 2027Elcho Island
Destination overview
Discover Elcho Island off the coast of Arnhem Land, in the north-east of Australia’s Northern Territory . This narrow strip of land with age-old history will enchant you with its landscapes of almost surreal beauty and its fascinating cultural heritage.
- Day 3 · September 6, 2027Arrival 07:00 · Departure 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 5
September 8, 2027Thursday Island
Destination overview
Located at Australiaﾒs northernmost tip, Thursday Island is one of more than a hundred in the Torres Strait ,between Cape York Peninsula and Papua New Guinea. The historic military fort of Green Hill offers magnificent views and you can discover more about the region and its pearling history at the Gab Titui Cultural Centre.
- Day 5 · September 8, 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 7
September 10, 2027Kwato Island
Destination overview
In Milne Bay Province, near historic Samarai, Kwato enchants with rainforest hills, mangrove shores, and turquoise seas. A formal cultural welcome leads to a gentle walk to the historic stone church, where stories of the Kwato Mission and Charles Abel reveal a place shaped by faith, education, and enduring tradition.
- Day 7 · September 10, 2027Arrival 08:00 · Departure 13:30
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 9
September 12, 2027Njari Island
Destination overview
There are plenty of opportunities for world class snorkelling, diving and underwater photography throughout the Solomon Islands with sites in the Western and Central Provinces considered among the most popular. The underwater realm is home to more than 1000 species of reef fish , along with dolphins , rays.
- Day 9 · September 12, 2027Arrival 13:30 · 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 10
September 13, 2027Roderick Bay, Florida Islands
Destination overview
Part of the Florida Islands, Roderick bay is surrounded by beautiful white sand beaches and fringing coral reefs. These clear warm tropical waters give rise to a myriad of colourful corals only metres from the shore. The setting adds local character and a distinctive sense of place to the published itinerary.
- Day 10 · September 13, 2027Arrival 12:30 · Departure 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 11
September 14, 2027Santa Ana Island
Destination overview
Owaraha (formerly Santa Ana) is located at the eastern end of Makira (San Cristobal) and just north of the smaller Owariki (Santa Catalina). Our ship will navigate through the picturesque channel separating the Islands before dropping anchor just outside Port Mary.
- Day 11 · September 14, 2027Arrival 08:30 · Departure 14:00
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 12
September 15, 2027Lata, Santa Cruz Islands
Destination overview
Nestling in the heart of the Solomon Islands archipelago, the Santa Cruz Islands offer a timeless interlude, with their turquoise lagoons and ancestral traditions. On the main island of Nendo, the charming village of Lata will captivate you with its peaceful atmosphere and its immaculate beaches, edged by sparkling coral reefs.
- Day 12 · September 15, 2027Arrival 07:00 · Departure 12:45
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 13
September 16, 2027Ureparapara Island
Destination overview
Ureparapara, also known as Parapara for short, is the third largest island in the Banks group of Northern Vanuatu and formed by an extinct volcano cone that has been breached by the sea on its east coast, forming a spectacular 3km long harbour.
- Day 13 · September 16, 2027Arrival 06:30 · 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 14
September 17, 2027Mavea Island, Espiritu Santo Island
Destination overview
Near Espiritu Santo, the island of Mavea offers a seaside interlude in a peaceful tropical environment. Accessible by Zodiac dinghy, this port of call invites you to make the most of its sandy beaches edged with clear water, perfect for swimming and relaxing.
- Day 14 · September 17, 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 14
September 17, 2027Paradise Lagoon, Espiritu Santo Island
Destination overview
At the end of the world, in the north of New Caledonia, lies Vanuatu, a little archipelago that subsists mainly from fishing and farming. It is composed of several islands, Espiritu Santo being the largest and one of the most beautiful.
- Day 14 · September 17, 2027Arrival 13:15 · 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 15
September 18, 2027Ambrym Island
Destination overview
The island of Ambrym in Vanuatu is often referred to as the "black" island due to its volcanic ash and because of its 'black magic' steeped in mystery . In the villages, the ancient customs play a significant part in day to day living.
- Day 15 · September 18, 2027Arrival 06:00 · Departure 11:00
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 17
September 20, 2027Lautoka, Viti Levu Island
Destination overview
Lautoka is the second largest city of Fiji. Located on the western side of the island of Viti Levu, 24 kilometres north of Nadi. Lying in the heart of Fiji's sugar cane growing region, it is known as the Sugar City .
- Day 17 · September 20, 2027Arrival 08:30 · Disembarkation: 08:30
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.
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
Darwin (Australia) to Lautoka, Viti Levu Island (Fiji) aboard Le Jacques Cartier
On September 4-20 2027, Le Jacques Cartier sails 16 nights from Darwin (Australia) to Lautoka, Viti Levu Island (Fiji). An escapade in the heart of Melanesia brings together At sea, Elcho Island, Thursday Island, 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 18 route entries, including embarkation, disembarkation, scenic passages, and any sea days exactly as published.
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