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Secret Islands and Mythical Cities of South-East Asia

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 Cruise Length
14 Days
 Cruise Starts
Phuket
 Cruise Finishes
Ho Chi Minh City
14 Day Secret Islands and Mythical Cities of South-East Asia Itinerary (Ponant)
Countries Explored: Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Cambodia, Vietnam
Cruise Line
Ponant
Ship
Ship Class
Ponant Explorers
Passengers
184
Crew
118
Launched
2022
Cruise Code
HKTSGN13

Overview

Through a brand-new itinerary departing from Phuket, Ponant invites you to discover the natural gems and historic cities of South-East Asia. Sailing from Thailand to Malaysia via Singapore, Cambodia and Vietnam, Le Jacques Cartier invites you on an exceptional14-day cruise featuring heavenly islands, exceptional natural heritage, and cultural discoveries where Asian, Indian and European influences mingle. In a sublime setting of emerald water, karstic cliffs, mangrove and white sand, Le Jacques-Cartier will also drop anchor off the coasts of the uninhabited island of Ko Rok Nok, a paradise for...read more swimming and relaxation.

This fabulous odyssey continues as the glorious shoreline of West Malaysia slowly emerges before you. You will sail the Malacca Strait, the former strategic crossroads on the silk and spice roads, to discover the beautiful cities of Penang and Malacca, UNESCO World Heritage Sites with fascinating Asian, Portuguese and Dutch heritage. In Singapore, city-State on the edges of the Orient, you will be seduced by the unique multicultural atmosphere of this "garden city", home to wonderful botanical tropical gardens, UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Back in Malaysia, you will sail along the east coast to reach the picturesque and dynamic city of Kuantan.

Known throughout the country for the quality of its arts and crafts, this former fishing port stands out for its ancestral know-how. Here, artisans excel in the art of batik, an ancient fabric printing technique, are renowned for the weaving of pandanus leaves, and distinguish themselves in the creation of wooden sculptures. It is now time to call at Kampot, in Cambodia. A gateway to the lush Bokor National Park, the former French colony captivates visitors with its spellbinding landscapes featuring pepper plantations, salt marshes and rice fields, but also its old-world atmosphere blending Western and Asian traditions.

In the Gulf of Thailand, facing the Cambodian shores, the Vietnamese island of Phu Quoc offers a taste of paradise. Known as "the Emerald Island", it is a concentrate of the most beautiful features Mother Nature has to offer: heavenly beaches of fine sand surrounded by stunning coral reefs, wild coves, unspoiled tropical forest home to wildlife and dense vegetation, verdant peaks, and more. Le Jacques-Cartier will then chart a course north towards the Côn Dao Islands, in the China Sea.

This preserved archipelago, where picturesque fishing villages overlook a crystal sea, will delight you with its wild beauty as well as its rich history. Your voyage will end in Ho Chi Minh City. Founded in the 17th century, this city formerly known as Saigon sits right near the Mekong Delta, a mythical river on which small, colourful boats throng on market days.

Cruise Itinerary

 
Arrive
Depart

Day 1: Phuket
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23:00
Day 2: Ko Rok Nok Island
07:00
18:00
Day 3: Penang (Georgetown)
07:00
13:30
Day 4: Malacca
13:00
19:00
Day 5: Singapore
07:30
23:59
Day 6: Singapore
00:01
13:30
Day 7: Kuantan, Pahang
08:00
18:00
Day 8: Cruising At Sea
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Day 9: Kampot
06:00
23:30
Day 10: Phu Quoc (Duong Dong)
07:00
14:00
Day 11: Côn Dao Islands
12:00
18:00
Day 12: Ho Chi Minh City
12:00
23:59
Day 13: Ho Chi Minh City
00:01
23:59
Day 14: Ho Chi Minh City
00:01
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Note: Ship ports may not be located in the starting & ending cities listed. Transfers to and/or from the ship port may be required.

Life Onboard Le Jacques Cartier

Le Jacques Cartier
Le Jacques Cartier

With the hallmarks of Ponant’s elegant decor and chic sophistication, Le Jacques Cartier showcases luxury innovations. Read more

Balcony Staterooms and Suites
Balcony Staterooms and Suites

Choose from a range of staterooms and suites, all of which face the ocean with private balconies. Read more

Relaxed Dining Settings
Relaxed Dining Settings

Enjoy indoor and outdoor dining in the main restaurant or casual dining at the grill. Read more

Inside the Blue Eye
Inside the Blue Eye

The underwater lounge where you can watch the marine world go by, is a real wow factor. Read more

The Adjustable Marina
The Adjustable Marina

The innovative marina at the stern of the ship offers easy embarkation and mulitple uses for guests. Read more

Infinity Pool Days
Infinity Pool Days

Enjoy ocean views from the stern of the ship as you dip in the glass walled infinity pool. Read more

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