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New Year in the Caribbean (Le Champlain)

New Year in the Caribbean (Le Champlain)

From AUD $4,260

Description

Experience a magical New Year with an exceptional itinerary to the southern West Indies.

From Fort-de-France, the capital of Martinique, you will set sail aboard Le Champlain for an 8-day cruise to discover the most beautiful islands in the Grenadines.

After having discovered Bequia, the “whale-hunting island,” and its wild and unspoiled coastline, Le Champlain will sail towards the island of Grenada and its elegant capital, St Georges. This is a particularly picturesque town nestled in a very pretty bay.

During your cruise, Le Champlain will lower her anchor in the Tobago Cays National Park. This rosary of islands bound together by the most beautiful coral reef in the West Indies, will reveal its incredible underwater wildlife and its secret coves.

You will then island hop gently towards Saint Lucia and her two majestic rocky peaks soaring straight from the sea, a unique location listed as UNESCO World Heritage site.

An experienced diving monitor is on board during the cruise. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the underwater world, whether scuba diving or snorkelling.

Trip Name
New Year in the Caribbean (Le Champlain)
Days
8
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 - BEQUIA
In the heart of the Caribbean, Bequia is the second-largest of 32 islands that make up the country of St Vincent and the Grenadines. This secluded island, strongly attached to its tradition of whale hunting, is popular with visiting yachties and divers. Port Elizabeth, the islandメs main town, has a lively atmosphere and further afield tropical rainforest and white-sand beaches provide a natural setting for peaceful walks.
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 - Day 4 - SANDY ISLAND & UNION ISLAND
This little slice of crescent-shaped land is located in the vast lagoon of Anguilla, off the north-west coast. It has all the magical allure of a desert island. To shelter you from the sun’s blaze in the hottest part of the day, the only constructions to be seen are wooden pergolas nestling among the coconut palms. You can swim, snorkel, or just chill.
Day 5 - Day 5 - TOBAGO CAYES
Scattered between St Vincent and Grenada, the Tobago Cays comprises five little islands ヨ Petit Rameau, Petit Bateau, Baradal, Petit Tabac and Jamesby. This rosary of uninhabited cays in the southern West Indies is a marine park that has some outstanding marine fauna in its turquoise lagoons. Girded and united by a coral reef, these secluded islands are a peaceful paradise for divers, swimmers and snorkellers.
Day 6 - Day 6 - SOUFRIÈRE & PIGEON ISLAND BEACH
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.Linked to St Lucia by a sand causeway, Pigeon Island has been a designated National Park since 1979. The tropical vegetation of this wild, protected island is home to abundant birdlife. It is easy to explore on foot; the remains of Fort Rodney offer an insight into the regionメs naval history as well as fabulous views. Two beautiful beaches nestle on the southern side of the island, where you can take a モsnubaヤ dive adventure, an exciting mix of diving and snorkelling.
Day 7 - Day 7 - LES SAINTES
During the feast of All Saints in 1493, Christopher Columbus discovered this archipelago of nine islands that he named モThe Saintsヤ. Today, only two of them are inhabited. Terre de Haut, in the east, is dominated by the Morne Mire hill; at the summit stands Fort Napoleon, paying homage to the islandsメ history. In the heart of the botanical garden, shared by iguanas and cacti, there is an exceptional view of the Baie des Saintes, one of the most beautiful in the world. On Terre-de-Bas, youメll be charmed by the authenticity of the village of Petites-Anses. Off the coast of the モSaintsヤ archipelago, traditional fishing vessels sail the blue seas of the Caribbean. Donメt turn down a coconut モtourment dメamourヤ, a sweet treat youメll be offered when you disembark.
Day 8 - Day 8 - FORT DE FRANCE
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Day 9 - Please Note:
All itineraries are subject to change.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
28-12-201804-01-2019AUD $0Deluxe Stateroom
28-12-201804-01-2019AUD $0Deluxe Suite Deck 5
28-12-201804-01-2019AUD $0Prestige Suite Deck 5
28-12-201804-01-2019AUD $0Prestige Suite Deck 6
28-12-201804-01-2019AUD $0Privilege Suite Deck 6
28-12-201804-01-2019AUD $0Privilege Suite Deck 5
28-12-201804-01-2019AUD $0Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 5
28-12-201804-01-2019AUD $0Prestige Stateroom Deck 4
28-12-201804-01-2019AUD $0Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6
28-12-201804-01-2019AUD $0Owner's Suite
28-12-201804-01-2019AUD $0Prestige Stateroom Deck 5
28-12-201804-01-2019AUD $0Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
28-12-201804-01-2019AUD $0Deluxe Suite Deck 3
28-12-201804-01-2019AUD $0Deluxe Suite Deck 6

Inclusions

    • Spending New Year's Eve in the Caribbean;
    • Discovering Saint Lucia and its two rocky peaks, listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites;
    • Lazing around on the long white-sand beaches;
    • Discovering the Grenadine Islands, considered one of the world’s most stunning archipelagos;
    • Exceptional sea bed with possibility to observe turtles, barracudas, spiny lobsters and parrot fishes;
    • Possibility of diving and/or snorkeling with an experienced instructor on board.

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