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Island treasures of Indonesia and East Timor

Benoa, Bali - Benoa, Bali

Dates:
23/12/2025
to  07/01/2026

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16
days
15
nights on board
Starting from*
10.820 €
per person
20% Ponant Bonus

PONANT invites you to set sail on a 16-day tropical expedition cruise aboard Le Jacques-Cartier discovering the stunning scenery of the Indonesian archipelago and East Timor. It is on these islands, scattered like a string of pearls at the far west of South-East Asia, that the fascinating transition from Asia to Oceania is most powerfully felt, through the peoples and landscapes encountered.

Timor, Flores, Sumbawa, Komodo, Banda Neira… Just mentioning these names is enough to conjure up images of spectacular blooms, wide emerald-coloured bays, island-volcanoes, villages peopled with inhabitants who have preserved their perennial traditions, and prehistoric animals. Not to mention hills covered in savannah, tropical forests, dazzling white sandy beaches and waves crashing down on the coral.

Your first port of call will be Flores, the flower island, followed by the Alor Archipelago, two destinations where the locals have successfully preserved their ancient, traditional way of life.

In the Moluccas (Maluku Islands), dubbed the Spice Islands, you will explore the island of Banda Neira, which was shaped by Dutch and Portuguese influences.

Le Jacques-Cartier will continue on to the Indonesian province of West Papua to give you the opportunity to admire the Kiti-Kiti Waterfall. Surrounded by lush vegetation, you will undoubtedly be tempted to swim or snorkel at the foot of this stunning natural site.

Then, you will sail to the heart of Triton Bay. Located within a protected marine environment in the middle of the Coral Triangle, you will enjoy an unforgettable zodiac cruise through the spectacular rainforest-capped karst islands.

You will reach a former Portuguese colony, and call at Baucau, between Portuguese atmosphere and beautiful sandy beaches. During your port of call in the Timorese capital, Dili will reveal to you the beauty of its intact landscapes, between tropical forest and immaculate sandy beaches, and also the riches of its historic and cultural heritage.

Le Jacques-Cartier will then make its way towards mysterious Komodo, a small, wild island whose national park is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Among other things, it is home to the famous Komodo dragons, gigantic monitor lizards that can grow more than three metres long. Here you will be able to see them in their natural environment. 

Your ship will set sail for Badas on the island of Sumbawa. You will be welcomed by the inhabitants of Pamulung village, where you will be able to witness a traditional ceremony.

Your cruise will conclude in Bali – ‘the island of the gods’ – with its captivating charm and grace.

The encounters with the wildlife described above illustrate possible experiences only and cannot be guaranteed.


Ref : EX231225


Your itinerary

Your itinerary - Island treasures of Indonesia and East Timor

An expedition cruise to the sumptuous islands of East Timor and Indonesia, with landscapes of wild beauty where you’ll discover exceptional fauna and flora. Outings and shore visits in zodiac inflatables...


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Choose your stateroom

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Deluxe Stateroom Deck 3
 

(19 m²)

From 10.820 € per person
20% Ponant Bonus

Prestige Stateroom Deck 4
 

(19 m²)

From 12.010 € per person
20% Ponant Bonus

Prestige Stateroom Deck 5
 

(19 m²)

From 12.600 € per person
20% Ponant Bonus

Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
 

(19 m²)

From 13.310 € per person
20% Ponant Bonus

Deluxe Suite Deck 5
 

(27 m²)

From 18.530 € per person
20% Ponant Bonus

Deluxe Suite Deck 3
 

(27 m²)

From 18.530 € per person
20% Ponant Bonus

Deluxe Suite Deck 6
 

(27 m²)

Fully booked
20% Ponant Bonus

Deluxe Suite Deck 4
 

(27 m²)

Fully booked
20% Ponant Bonus

Prestige Deck 5
 

(38 m²)

From 25.060 € per person
20% Ponant Bonus

Prestige Suite Deck 6
 

(38 m²)

From 26.360 € per person
20% Ponant Bonus

Privilege Suite Deck 6
 

(32 m²)

From 27.670 € per person
20% Ponant Bonus

Privilege Suite Deck 5
 

(32 m²)

From 27.670 € per person
20% Ponant Bonus

Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6
 

(45 m²)

From 30.390 € per person
20% Ponant Bonus

Owner's Suite Deck 5
 

(45 m²)

From 39.730 € per person



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Complete your trip

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For more peace of mind, PONANT selects stays and flights then takes care of your transfers for your trip as well as shore visits before and after the cruise.


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