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DISCOVERING THE ISLANDS OF SOUTH-EAST ASIA

Set out to discover rich cultures, between tradition and modernity, during a 15-day cruise in the South-East Asian islands aboard Le Lapérouse. An original PONANT itinerary that will take you from to Vietnam via . Your trip will begin on the Island of the Gods. Renowned for the kindness of its inhabitants, offers beautiful discoveries including lush paddy fields, sacred ceremonies, and abundant marine life. On the island of , from the town of , the active rises majestically in a unique lunar landscape. Considered as a divinity by , its immense crater is venerated during pilgrimages and ceremonies. Between the Pacific and Indian Oceans, the idyllic archipelago of Karimun Jawa will reveal its magnificent immaculate white sand beaches bordered by limpid turquoise waters and the beauty of its colourful coral reefs. During your stopover in Semarang, you will visit the incredible site. Listed as a UNESCO Word Heritage site, this monumental Buddhist temple as well as its rich history. Your cruise will come to an end in Ho compounds from the 8th and 9th centuries is home to some Chi Minh City. Founded in the 17th century, this city formerly 240 temples. Between the islands of Java and , you’ll known as Saigon sits right near the Mekong Delta, a mythical have the privilege of admiring the of Anak in river on which small, colourful boats throng on market days. the . It is the result of the legendary eruption of the eponymous volcano, which destroyed the old island in 1883. In ITINERARY Singapore, city-State on the edges of the Orient, you will be seduced by the unique multicultural atmosphere of this “garden Days 1 - 2 BENOA, BALI city”, home to wonderful botanical tropical gardens, UNESCO If it's a taste of exotic authenticity you're after, prepare to be spell-bound by the island of Bali, tucked away in the heart of the Indonesian archipelago. The World Heritage Sites. Le Lapérouse will then chart a course beauty and diversity of its landscapes, the depth and richness of its cultural north towards the Côn Dao Islands, in the China Sea. This heritage and the plethora of activities on offer here make Bali a little slice of preserved archipelago, where picturesque fishing villages heaven on Earth. The island's southern coast enthrals with its white sand beaches, its picturesque little fishing villages such as Benoa, and its hills overlook a crystal sea, will delight you with its wild beauty patchworked with terraced rice paddies further inland. Nicknamed 'the Island of Gods' for its sumptuous temples, Bali is the beating heart of Indonesian

0800 945 3327 (within New Zealand) | +64 (0) 3 365 1355 | 1800 107 715 (within ) [email protected] | wildearth-travel.com Hinduism. it's culture you're after, journey deeper into the green, rolling inland region, passing by volcanoes and rice paddies until you reach the royal town of Day 3 PROBOLINGGO, JAVA and one of its ancient kingdoms, the Borobudur : this Buddhist temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world's largest Nestled inside the massive Tengger caldera surrounded by a sea of sand, temples. Mount Bromo is the epitome of desolate beauty. The volcanic complex dates back to about 820,000 years ago and consists of five overlapping Day 7 AT SEA stratovolcanoes, each truncated by a caldera. Lava domes, pyroclastic cones, and a maar occupy the flanks of the massif. The surreal lunar landscape has During your day at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on spurned countless legends and myths. Mt Bromo has particular significance board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in for the Hindu Tengger people who believe that this was the site where a brave the fitness centre. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the prince sacrificed his life for his family. After an early departure from the ship swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. This day without a port of call will also guest will travel by bus to Mount Bromo to enjoy this surreal site. be an opportunity to enjoy the conferences or shows proposed on board, to do some shopping in the boutique or to meet the PONANT photographers in Day 4 AT SEA their dedicated space. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship’s upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be During your day at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in combining comfort, rest and entertainment. the fitness centre. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. This day without a port of call will also Day 8 SAILING ALONG KRAKATOA be an opportunity to enjoy the conferences or shows proposed on board, to do some shopping in the boutique or to meet the PONANT photographers in Krakatoa, or Krakatau, is a name familiar to most, though few know where it is their dedicated space. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit located. Lying in the Sunda Strait, between Java and Sumatra on the Pacific the ship’s upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be ring of fire, is the site of the largest volcanic eruption in modern history. The lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, 1883 eruptions culminated with a colossal blast that literally blew Krakatau combining comfort, rest and entertainment. apart. The noise was heard over 4,600 km away. Eruptions since 1927 have built a new cone known as Anak Krakatau ("The child of Krakatau") that is still Day 5 KARIMUN JAWA active, with its most recent eruptive episode having begun in 1994. Quiet periods of a few days alternate with spectacular Strombolian eruptions. Guest During your cruise, your ship will take you to discover Karimunjawa, an idyllic activities will be determined by the level of volcanic activity on the day and archipelago composed of 27 small islands, far-removed from the modern may involve ship based viewing or zodiac tour. world. At the place where the Pacific Ocean meets the Indian Ocean, translucent waves matching the colour of the horizon crash on long beaches of Day 9 AT SEA immaculate white sand. Listed as a Marine National Park, these stunningly beautiful islands lined with coral reefs are an extraordinary natural heritage. During your day at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on Equipped with a mask and tuba, we invite you to discover a fascinating board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in underwater world where dizzyingly bright multicolored marine life will reveal the fitness centre. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the itself. swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. This day without a port of call will also be an opportunity to enjoy the conferences or shows proposed on board, to Day 6 SEMARANG do some shopping in the boutique or to meet the PONANT photographers in their dedicated space. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit Semarang enjoys a strategic location on the northern coast of Java, making it the ship’s upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be a cosmopolitan port town and a melting pot of Chinese, Indo-Arabic and lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, European cultures. Before setting off to explore the region's treasures, take a combining comfort, rest and entertainment. tour of the old town and its smattering of old colonial buildings. Here in Indonesia's most Chinese town, don't miss a trip to the Chinatown district. If Days 10 - 11 SINGAPORE

0800 945 3327 (within New Zealand) | +64 (0) 3 365 1355 | 1800 107 715 (within Australia) [email protected] | wildearth-travel.com Nicknamed the Garden City, Singapore stretches across Malaysia's succumb to the magic of this hectic city, where everything is about contrast, southern-most region. Experience the vibrant hustle and bustle of this like the very brightly-coloured district of Cholon, Saigon’s “Chinatown”. city-state for yourself at the Marina Bay. No too far away is the historic centre, offering up a unique smorgasbord of neoclassical buildings and contemporary Please Note: towers. Decked out in topiary, the pavements of Orchard Road are also home to countless shopping centres. The colourful markets in Chinatown and Little Itineraries are subject to change. India are the perfect opportunity to quell hunger pangs in a hawker centre, one of the city's traditional snack bars. Between the two districts, get a slice of history with a trip to the Raffles dock. It was here that Englishman Sir Raffles, the founder of the city, is said to have arrived one fateful day in January 1819.

Day 12 AT SEA During your day at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness centre. Depending on 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 an opportunity to enjoy the conferences or shows proposed on board, to do some shopping in the boutique or to meet the PONANT photographers in their dedicated space. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship’s upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest and entertainment.

Day 13 CÔN DAO ISLANDS To the south of Vietnam, the archipelago of the Côn Dao Islands,located in the South China Sea, is composed of sixteen rocks covered in lush vegetation. A regular stopover on the Maritime Silk Road connecting China to Europe between the 2nd and 13th centuries, the islands were mentioned by Marco Polo during his voyage from China to India in 1294. A former English and French trading post, the archipelago became a French colony in 1861 using the name Poulo Condor. A penitentiary centre was built there and used to imprison opponents of the colonial regime. During the Vietnam War, the Saigon regime and the United States locked up communist enemies there until 1975. In its idyllic natural setting, Con Dao has become a memorial site and a symbol of the fight for independence.

Days 14 - 15 HO CHI MINH CITY (SAIGON) Located near the Mekong delta, Ho Chi Minh City is the largest city in Vietnam. It is both the historic heart and economic hub. Formerly Saigon, the city is an imposing avant-guard metropolis. You can admire its famous central post office and its emblematic Reunification Palace. From 95 years of French presence, the city has kept some remarkable monuments, like the Cathédrale Notre-Dame with its neo-Gothic façade built in 19th century red brick. You’ll

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YOUR SHIP: Le Laperouse

VESSEL TYPE: Luxury

LENGTH: 127 metres

PASSENGER CAPACITY: 92 cabins

BUILT/REFURBISHED: 2017/2018

salads and desserts. Featuring innovative and environmentally-friendly equipment, To the back of Deck 4, you will find a 260 m² panoramic elegantly designed cabins, spacious suites with large windows, restaurant which can accommodate all of our passengers in a and lounge areas that open onto the outside, this new single sitting. Designed differently to that on our other ships, limited-capacity yacht boasting just 92 cabins and suites will this dining area, which opens onto the outside, will have a offer you a truly unique cruising experience. buffet of salads, desserts and cheeses at your disposal. Our Aboard this ship that flies the French flag, you will experience discreet and attentive crew will provide table service for hot the incomparable pleasure of an intimate cruise, with the meals. possibility of exploring an ever-increasing range of destinations PUBLIC AREAS in an ethnic-chic ambiance with luxury service. Like Le Boreal and its sisterships, Le Laperouse has many Experience a luxurious setting where the accent is on common areas that are designed and equipped to meet all of authenticity and passion for travel. your needs while preserving the intimacy of each passenger. RESTAURANTS A 140 m² reception area includes: A reception/concierge desk, As it is an essential part of French culture, gastronomy will An excursions desk, The ship's administrative services, The naturally have pride of place aboard this new ship. Through its sales office, manned by our Guest Relations Officer, Our 50 m² two restaurants, Le Laperouse will invite you on a journey to boutique which sells clothing, jewellery, beauty products, elegance and epicureanism. postcards and various accessories, Toilets accessible to In a relaxed atmosphere, a first dining area located on Deck 3 passengers with reduced mobility. and able to seat 70 will serve grilled meats daily, along with a A new hydraulic platform with adjustable height provides: Easier variety of boarding than on any other cruise ship, Easier Zodiac embarkation and disembarkation for expeditions, Easier access

0800 945 3327 (within New Zealand) | +64 (0) 3 365 1355 | 1800 107 715 (within Australia) [email protected] | wildearth-travel.com 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.

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Deluxe Stateroom Deluxe Suite

Grand Deluxe Suite Owner's Suite

Prestige Stateroom Deck 4 Prestige Stateroom Deck 5

Prestige Stateroom Deck 6 Prestige Suite Deck 5

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19-Sep-2022 to 03-Oct-2022 Deluxe Stateroom 12670 AUD pp Prestige Stateroom Deck 4 14210 AUD pp Prestige Stateroom Deck 5 14960 AUD pp Prestige Stateroom Deck 6 15890 AUD pp Deluxe Suite 22620 AUD pp Prestige Suite Deck 5 31060 AUD pp Prestige Suite Deck 6 32740 AUD pp Privilege Suite 34430 AUD pp Grand Deluxe Suite 37950 AUD pp Owner's Suite 39940 AUD pp

09-Nov-2022 to 23-Nov-2022 Deluxe Stateroom 12670 AUD pp Prestige Stateroom Deck 4 14210 AUD pp Prestige Stateroom Deck 5 14960 AUD pp Prestige Stateroom Deck 6 15890 AUD pp Deluxe Suite 22620 AUD pp Prestige Suite Deck 5 31070 AUD pp Prestige Suite Deck 6 32740 AUD pp Privilege Suite 34430 AUD pp Grand Deluxe Suite 37950 AUD pp Owner's Suite 39940 AUD pp

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