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Between Martinique and Panama

Between Martinique and Panama

From AUD $5,470

Description

Join us aboard Le Champlain for an exceptional cruise sailing from Fort-de-France to Colon. This 10-day itinerary will give you the opportunity to appreciate the richness of Afro-Caribbean cultures, an azure blue sky and white-sand beaches.

Before boarding your ship, start your trip by visiting Fort-de-France and strolling through its colourful markets and lively streets.

You will then sail to the gorgeous island of Saint Lucia, known for its famous Pitons, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

After calling at Grenada, Le Champlain will head for the idyllic Los Roques archipelago. This small paradise in the Venezuelan Caribbean has been declared a national park and is an ideal spot to dive and snorkel in a turquoise lagoon with stunning sea beds.

The cities of Willemstad on the island of Curaçao and Cartagena in Colombia are both heavily influenced by their colonial past and offer a number of interesting sights and landmarks.

Finally, succumb to the charms of the clear waters of Panama and the San Blas archipelago, composed of more than 300 islands and cays. Here, surrounded by palm trees and dugout canoes, you will discover the island of Holandes Cay, where the Kuna people live.

Trip Name
Between Martinique and Panama
Days
10
Overview
Vessel Type: Luxury Length: 127 metres Passenger Capacity: 92 cabins Built: 2017/2018 Featuring innovative and environmentally-friendly equipment, elegantly designed cabins, spacious suites with large windows, and lounge areas that open onto the outside, this new limited-capacity yacht boasting just 92 cabins and suites will offer you a truly unique cruising experience. As the first ship in a new series, Le Champlain will embody the unique atmosphere that is the cruise line’s hallmark: a subtle blend of refinement, intimacy and comfort. Aboard this ship that flies the French flag, you will experience the incomparable pleasure of an intimate cruise, with the possibility of exploring an ever-increasing range of destinations in an ethnic-chic ambiance with luxury service. Experience a luxurious setting where the accent is on authenticity and passion for travel. RESTAURANTS As it is an essential part of French culture, gastronomy will naturally have pride of place aboard this new ship. Through its two restaurants, Le Champlain will invite you on a journey to elegance and epicureanism. In a relaxed atmosphere, a first dining area located on Deck 3 and able to seat 70 will serve grilled meats daily, along with a variety of salads and desserts. To the back of Deck 4, you will find a 260 m² panoramic restaurant which can accommodate all of our passengers in a single sitting. Designed differently to that on our other ships, this dining area, which opens onto the outside, will have a buffet of salads, desserts and cheeses at your disposal. Our discreet and attentive crew will provide table service for hot meals. PUBLIC AREAS Like Le Boréal and its sisterships, Le Champlain has many common areas that are designed and equipped to meet all of your needs while preserving the intimacy of each passenger. A 140 m² reception area includes: A reception/concierge desk, An excursions desk, The ship’s administrative services, The sales office, manned by our Guest Relations Officer, Our 50 m² boutique which sells clothing, jewellery, beauty products, postcards and various accessories, Toilets accessible to passengers with reduced mobility. A new hydraulic platform with adjustable height provides: Easier boarding than on any other cruise ship, Easier Zodiac embarkation and disembarkation for expeditions, Easier access to the sea for swimming and practising various water sports such as kayaking or paddle-boarding. A pool deck offering: A pool with a panoramic view, equipped with a counter-current swimming system, A pleasant solarium, An outdoor bar and lounge with armchairs and sofas. A 200 m² main lounge which can accommodate all of our passengers to share convivial moments and to host activities organised during the day or evening. Lastly, a theatre that seats 188, equipped with: The latest sound and lighting technology, A LED wall as the stage backdrop, for the projection of high-resolution images and videos.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1 - FORT DE FRANCE
Located on the western coast of Martinique, Fort-de-France will amaze you by the splendour of its bay, a magnificent cut-out in the coastline, considered as one of the most beautiful in the world. At the harbour mouth, on its strip of land, fort Saint-Louis overlooks the capital city of Martinique. If you climb up to it, you can see some breath-taking views. Saint Louis Cathedral and the Schoelcher library bear witness to a secular history, intimately linked to the island’s story. Why not try some fresh coconut at the colourful Grand Marché. Two really pleasant places you can take a breather in, right in the heart of the city, are the garden of Balata and the Aimé Césaire park.
Day 2 - Day 2 - PIGEON POINT & SOUFRIÈRE
Nestled in the crook of a breath-taking bay, the former capital of St Lucia is brimming with attractions. Soufrière ᅠis famous for The Pitons, volcanic spires that tower over the entrance to the town, and you will fall in love with its authentic Creole charm and warm friendly atmosphere. As well as diving and swimming off exquisite beaches, donメt miss Diamond Falls Botanical Gardens for the mineral baths, one of the natural wonders of the Caribbean.
Day 3 - Day 3 - SAINT GEORGE'S
All the islands of the West Indies are attractive, but some truly stand out. Grenada, also known as “the Spice Island”, is a small, hilly island forged by volcanic activity, with crater lakes and mountain slopes covered with dense tropical rainforest, minuscule villages and numerous plantations. Its elegant capital, Saint George’s, lies in a horseshoe-shaped harbour on the West coast. It is a particularly picturesque town has preserved its colonial architecture with its red-tiled roofs and pastel colours. When your ship drops anchor here, discover this island off the beaten path, the wild beauty of its tropical rainforest, its immaculate beaches and its many waterfalls.
Day 4 - Days 4 & 5 - LOS ROQUES
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Day 5 - Day 6 - WILLEMSTAD CURACAO
The capital of Curaçao stretches along the edge of St Annメs Bay on the islandメs south-west coast, and its historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage site. A profusion of colour awaits you on the Handelskade quays, where itメs a pleasure to stroll alongside the merchantsメ houses whose rainbow façades characterise ᅠDutch colonial architecture. A few paces from here is the Floating Market, a true feast for the eyes ヨ and tastebuds. You can also visit Fort Rif and the Maritime Museum, or, in the quieter streets of Otrobanda, youメll enjoy browsing the craft shops and old-time bars at your own leisurely pace.
Day 6 - Day 7 - AT SEA
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Day 7 - Day 8 - CARTAGENA
Founded in 1522 at the time of the conquistadors, Cartagena has preserved the traces of its rich colonial past. Its imposing ramparts are further proof of the tumultuous history of this city. As the site for storing the gold looted from the Aztec and Inca empires before it was taken to Spain, the city was also frequently the target of pirates and privateers. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage site, the romanticism of this city with its narrow streets and colourful façades will not fail to charm you. Set sail in the footsteps of the Spanish sailors who conquered Central America and relive this page of history during your stopover here.
Day 8 - Day 9 - HOLANDES CAYES
Holandes Cayes is among the islands of the San Blas archipelago, a string of coral islands that graces the heart of the Caribbean Sea. Some 378 islands and cays covering an area of 260 square kilometres offer travellers a multitude of natural and cultural treasures. Holandes Cayes, which is nicknamed モthe swimming poolヤ, is popular with the cruise-yachting community for its white sand beaches and diving and snorkelling opportunities.
Day 9 - Day 10 - COLÓN
Colón is the second largest city in Panama, at the Caribbean entrance of the Panama Canal. Colón is today an important port, and the free trade zone created in 1953 contributed greatly to the development of the city. Colón was founded in 1850 by Americans working on the Panama railroad connecting the Atlantic and Pacific coasts through the isthmus of Panama; the city rapidly overshadowed the older Caribbean ports of Panama when the canal opened.
Day 10 - Please Note:
All Itineraries are subject to change.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
24-02-201905-03-2019AUD $0Deluxe Stateroom
24-02-201905-03-2019AUD $0Deluxe Suite Deck 3
24-02-201905-03-2019AUD $0Prestige Suite Deck 5
24-02-201905-03-2019AUD $0Prestige Suite Deck 6
24-02-201905-03-2019AUD $0Privilege Suite Deck 5
24-02-201905-03-2019AUD $0Privilege Suite Deck 6
24-02-201905-03-2019AUD $0Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 5
24-02-201905-03-2019AUD $0Prestige Stateroom Deck 4
24-02-201905-03-2019AUD $0Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6
24-02-201905-03-2019AUD $0Owner's Suite
24-02-201905-03-2019AUD $0Prestige Stateroom Deck 5
24-02-201905-03-2019AUD $0Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
24-02-201905-03-2019AUD $0Deluxe Suite Deck 6
24-02-201905-03-2019AUD $0Deluxe Suite Deck 5

Inclusions

    • UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Cartagena de Indias, an old colonial city; Willemstad, capital of the island of Curaçao; Saint Lucia’s volcanic Pitons.
    • Discovering the Los Roques archipelago, a paradise for sea turtles.
    • Possibility of diving and/or snorkeling with an experienced instructor on board.
    • Zodiac® excursions and discovering the stunning San Blas Islands from Holandes Cay.
    • An extraordinary encounter with the Kuna Indians, a warrior tribe of the San Blas archipelago.
    • Lecturers on board, selected for their areas of expertise.

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