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The Caribbean & French Guiana THE CARIBBEAN & FRENCH GUIANA Set sail for a cruise to the heart of the most enchanting islands in the Caribbean Sea, up to the tropical rainforest of French Guiana. PONANT offers you a 11-day circuit aboard Le Dumont-d’Urville, from Fort-de-France to Cayenne. Leaving from Martinique, your first stop will be Les Saintes, a highly popular anchorage site with crystal-clear waters and fabulous seabed. You will then set sail to the beautiful island of Saint Lucia. Close to the Soufriere volcano, you will be enchanted by the two emblematic rocky pitons, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, which form the backdrop to the island. Then discover Saint Vincent and the Grenadines archipelago and Bequia Island, the “whale-hunting island,” and its wild and unspoiled coastline. You will enjoy the lively atmosphere of Port Elizabeth, the island’s main town. During your call at the island of Grenada, visit its elegant capital, St. Georges, a particularly picturesque town dotted with pastel-coloured colonial houses nestled in a very pretty bay. Islands. This will be the occasion to visit the former prisons After a day in Trinidad, you will then chart a course towards the which once held political prisoners and convicts, deep in the picturesque town of Paramaribo in Surinam, before a call at the lush vegetation. Salvation ITINERARY 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 01432 507 280 (within UK) [email protected] | small-cruise-ships.com overlooks the capital city of Martinique. If you climb up to it, you Soufrière is famous for The Pitons, volcanic spires that tower can see some breath-taking views. Saint Louis Cathedral and over the entrance to the town, and you will fall in love with its the Schoelcher library bear witness to a secular history, authentic Creole charm and warm friendly atmosphere. As well intimately linked to the island’s story. Why not try some fresh as diving and swimming off exquisite beaches, don't miss coconut at the colourful Grand Marché. Two really pleasant Diamond Falls Botanical Gardens for the mineral baths, one of places you can take a breather in, right in the heart of the city, the natural wonders of the Caribbean. are the garden of Balata and the Aimé Césaire park. Day 4 BRIDGETOWN Day 2 LES SAINTES Bridgetown, the bustling capital of Barbados, is located on the During the feast of All Saints in 1493, Christopher Columbus island's south-west coast. Its historic quarters are UNESCO discovered this archipelago of nine islands that he named "The World Heritage sites and contain prime examples of British Saints". Today, only two of them are inhabited. Terre de Haut, in colonial architecture, which you will see between the the east, is dominated by the Morne Mire hill; at the summit postcard-perfect fishing harbour and St Ann's Fort. Streets stands Fort Napoleon, paying homage to the islands' history. In shaded by palms and flamboyant trees lead you to the Anglican the heart of the botanical garden, shared by iguanas and cacti, cathedral church of St Michael, built from coral stone, the there is an exceptional view of the Baie des Saintes, one of the Barbados Museum and George Washington House, a most beautiful in the world. On Terre-de-Bas, you'll be charmed Georgian-style mansion. There'll be plenty of time to relax on by the authenticity of the village of Petites-Anses. Off the coast the Caribbean beaches of Carlisle Bay, a few paces from the old of the "Saints" archipelago, traditional fishing vessels sail the town centre. blue seas of the Caribbean. Don't turn down a coconut "tourment d'amour", a sweet treat you'll be offered when you Day 5 PORT ELIZABETH, BEQUIA ISLAND disembark. In the heart of the Caribbean, Bequia is the second-largest of 32 islands that make up the country of St Vincent and the Day 3 PIGEON POINT & SOUFRIÈRE Grenadines. This secluded island, strongly attached to its Linked to St Lucia by a sand causeway, Pigeon Island has been tradition of whale hunting, is popular with visiting yachties and a designated National Park since 1979. The tropical vegetation divers. Port Elizabeth, the islandﾒs main town, has a lively of this wild, protected island is home to abundant birdlife. It is atmosphere and further afield tropical rainforest and white-sand easy to explore on foot; the remains of Fort Rodney offer an beaches provide a natural setting for peaceful walks. insight into the region's naval history as well as fabulous views. Two beautiful beaches nestle on the southern side of the island, Day 6 SAINT GEORGE'S, GRENADA where you can take a scuba dive adventure, an exciting mix of Delicately set against the back of a bay on the west coast of diving and snorkelling. Nestled in the crook of a breath-taking Grenada, Saint George’s attracts newcomers by the beauty of bay, the former capital of St Lucia is brimming with attractions. its location and its friendly, festive atmosphere. This “spice 01432 507 280 (within UK) [email protected] | small-cruise-ships.com island” capital is an excellent base for visiting the surrounding growing ethnic diversity of the population. Be sure to visit the natural sites, but you’ll also want to spend some time here Saint Peter and Paul Cathedral and the presidential palace in moseying around its narrow streets where colonial houses and the historic inner city, now on the UNESCO World Heritage list. lush green gardens coexist. Carenage is Saint George’s lively commercial fishing harbour, high in colour, especially when the Day 10 SALVATION ISLANDS boats are being loaded with fruit and vegetables destined for Lying off the coast of Kourou, an essential element of any trip to neighbouring islands. 5 kilometres south, the Grand Anse beach Guiana, the Islands of Salvation were known as the "Islands of is one of the most beautiful in the Caribbean islands. the Devil" because of the strong sea currents that made access to them perilous. Once infamous for being the site of a jail with Day 7 PORT-OF-SPAIN, TRINIDAD very harsh conditions of detention, where Alfred Dreyfus was exiled, today they are a peaceful place where coconut palms Day 8 AT SEA cast shade over the crystal-clear waters. During your cruise, we During your day at sea, make the most of the many services invite you to make a timeless journey to visit the many remains and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation of the prison that are still visible, including cells and the in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness centre. Depending on abandoned hospital. the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. This day without a port of call will also be Day 11 CAYENNE an opportunity to enjoy the conferences or shows proposed on Capital of French Guyana located more than 7,000 km from the board, to do some shopping in the boutique or to meet the French mainland, Cayenne offers a harmonious ensemble of PONANT photographers in their dedicated space. As for lovers of monuments, beaches and old creole houses on the eastern side the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship’s upper deck to of the South American continent. Between history and admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky modernity, the city is marked by the presence of the former enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, prisons, the vestiges of which can be seen on the Salvation combining comfort, rest and entertainment. Islands. This port of call will give you the opportunity to visit two museums, the Musée local de la Guyana and the Musée des Day 9 PARAMARIBO cultures guyanaises, and learn more about the historic and The many facets of Paramaribo, the capital of Suriname, a cultural interests of the region. The Place des Palmistes, with its small South-American country nestling between French Guiana three soaring Guisanbourg palm trees, is the main square in and Guyana, will undoubtedly surprise you and fill you with Cayenne It provides the setting for a variety of events wonder. This former colonial town was established by the Dutch throughout the year. in the 17th century. The historic city is home to many buildings made of wood and red bricks: a simple architecture that has Please Note: been enriched over the centuries under the influence of the Itineraries are subject to change. 01432 507 280 (within UK) [email protected] | small-cruise-ships.com YOUR SHIP: LE DUMONT D'URVILLE YOUR SHIP: Le Dumont d'Urville VESSEL TYPE: LENGTH: PASSENGER CAPACITY: BUILT/REFURBISHED: Featuring innovative and environmentally-friendly equipment, elegantly designed staterooms, spacious suites with large windows, and lounge areas that open onto the outside, this new restaurants, Le Dumont d'Urville will invite you on a journey to limited-capacity yacht boasting just 92 staterooms and suites elegance and epicureanism. will offer you a truly unique cruising experience. In a relaxed atmosphere, a first dining area located on Deck 3 As the first ship in a new series that remains true to the Ponant and able to seat 70 will serve grilled meats daily, along with a spirit, Le Dumont d'Urville will embody the unique atmosphere variety of salads and desserts.
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