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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE EAST COAST & Tasmania Circumnavigation EXCLUSIVE OFFER: SAVE UP TO $4,025 PER STATEROOM# Step on board Le Lapérouse for this expedition between Brisbane and Hobart highlighting the best of the South East coast. Once in Tasmania, you will explore natural coastal wonders, the island state's wonderful food and wine and celebrate New Year in Hobart and the festivities of the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race. Le Lapérouse | Cruise departs 15 December 2021 Brisbane 18 night holiday includes: Hawkesbury River • 18 night cruise from Brisbane to Hobart aboard Jervis Bay Le Lapérouse Tamar Valley Eden • All main meals, open bar^ and entertainment whilst King Island onboard Hobart Ile des Phoques • Expedition voyages including a team of Expedition Port Davey Maria Island guides to host lectures and shore excursions Fortescue Bay Tasman Peninsula Deluxe Stateroom from Prestige Stateroom from Package ID: PON28552 $12,590pp* $13,755pp* Your Luxury Ship - Le Lapérouse 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. Aboard Le Lapérouse, 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. Ship Highlights • With private balconies and terraces, all cabins benefit from high levels of light and luminosity and offer breathtaking views out towards the horizon • An exterior grill restaurant offering a relaxed ambiance and atmosphere • A swimming pool offering panoramic views and equipped with a Le Lapérouse counter-current system Voyage Highlights • Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Port Davey and Maria Island • Explore Eden’s long-associated history with whales and the fascinating story of ‘Old Tom’ • Walk on one of the whitest sand beaches in the world. • Sail into the spectacular Jervis Bay • Delve into Tasmania’s colonial history Eden • Explore one of the last expanses of temperate wilderness in the world at Port Davey • Savour the gourmet produce of King Island • View the spectacular painted cliffs of Maria Island • Experience the Mining and Maritime History of Tasmania’s North West • Enjoy some of the finest award-winning wines of the Tamar Valley Tamar Valley • View Australia’s highest sea cliffs at Cape Huay • Witness Australian Fur seals in their natural environment and marvel at dramatic scenery of the South West Wilderness at Port Davey • Enjoy the Festivities of the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race. • Experience Australia’s biggest and longest running food and wine festival • View the New Year’s Eve fireworks in Constitution Dock • Gain an insight into the history, culture, and incredible Sydney to Hobart diversity of life from your expert expedition team *Prices are per adult in AUD, based on lowest available twin-share accommodation in each of the specified categories, inclusive of port charges, government fees, correct as at 24 March 2021. Offers are valid until 12 April 2021, are for new bookings, subject to availability/change and can be withdrawn or varied at any time without notice. Single passengers must pay a single supplement. Any additional accommodation and transfers made necessary due to flight schedule are the sole responsibility of the passengers. ^Certain premium alcoholic beverages on the menu are not included in the Open Bar. #Savings are based on the maximum cruise fare savings per person sharing a twin stateroom in advertised categories. All discounts/savings have been applied. A 25% deposit is due at time of booking. A limited number of cabins are available in specific cabin categories on If this box is empty call 1300 137 330 or visit [email protected] this offer. To be read in conjunction with the Terms and Conditions of Ponant, which passengers will be bound by. Agents may charge fees and/ or fees for credit card payment which vary. Cancellation penalties and conditions apply..
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