11-night Expedition to the Heart of New Zealand Cruise

January 15, 2025

PONANT: Le Soleal

Auckland/Dunedin (Port Chalmers)

Vacation Offer ID 1545271

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From $9,270

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Overview

Ship Info

Activities & Services

Staterooms

Deckplans

The Signature Collection – Exclusive Amenities
The Signature Collection Sailings offer Exceptional Value and Exclusive Amenities.

Cruise Inclusions

Cruise, meals, and more... including:

Complimentary Open Bar including alcoholic beverages, bottled water, soft drinks, specialty coffees, and fully stocked stateroom mini bar
Complimentary Fine Cuisine Restaurants
Complimentary 24-hour room service for all staterooms and suites
Complimentary Unlimited Wi-Fi throughout the ship
Complimentary Gratuities
Complimentary 24-hour butler service in suites
Complimentary use of Wellness facilities
Complimentary Concierge Service for all staterooms and suites
HERMES amenities
Open Bridge Policy

11-night Expedition to the Heart of New Zealand Cruise

Destination Guide
Suggested Shore Excursions

Destination	Arrival	Departure
Auckland	01/15/2025	01/15/2025
Tauranga	01/16/2025	01/16/2025
Gisborne	01/17/2025	01/17/2025
Napier	01/18/2025	01/18/2025
Marlborough Sounds	01/19/2025	01/19/2025
At Sea	01/20/2025	01/20/2025
Akaroa	01/21/2025	01/21/2025
At Sea	01/22/2025	01/22/2025
Dusky Sound	01/23/2025	01/23/2025
Doubtful Sound	01/23/2025	01/23/2025
Milford Sound	01/24/2025	01/24/2025
At Sea	01/25/2025	01/25/2025
Dunedin (Port Chalmers)	01/26/2025	01/26/2025

Like Le Boréal and L'Austral, the two sister ships that preceded it, Le Soléal further reaffirms PONANT's signature approach: to take passengers to the farthest reaches of the planet onboard five-star ships offering top-of-the-range services. An elegant appearance and refined interior design combine with cutting-edge technology to offer a new type of cruising: adventure in a luxury setting.

Ship Highlights

Find a gastronomic restaurant big enough to seat all passengers together at one sitting exploring French and international cuisine, elegance and refinement
Common Areas such as Wellness Area, Theatre, Recreation area, Pool Deck etc
Public Spaces such as, Exterior Bar, Dining Area and Panoramic Lounge provides moments of relaxation and conviviality to suit every taste

Ship Statistics

Maiden Voyage: 2013
Last Refurbished: 2019
Registry: France
Built Year: 2013
Gross Tonnage: 10 944 UMS
Beam: 59 ft (18 m)
Maximum Speed: 14 knots

Ship Length: 466 ft (142 m)
Passenger Capacity: 264
Number of Crew: 140
Number of Decks: 6
Dining / Restaurants: 2
Spa: 1
Staterooms / Suites: 132

Dining

Bars & Lounges

Entertainment & Nightlife

Onboard Activities

Wellness

Oceanview

Superior Stateroom (SP3) $9,270

Category: SP3
Deck 3

Size: 226 sq.ft. superior staterooms located on Deck3. Amenities:
    •    Individually-controlled air-conditioning
    •    Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds
    •    Shower
    •    Minibar
    •    Flat screen satellite TV
    •    Desk with stationery
    •    DVD, CD and Ipod™ players
    •    Video on demand
    •    Safe
    •    Hairdryer
    •    Bath robes
    •    Satellite direct line telephone
    •    110/220 volts outlet
    •    French bath products
    •    24hr room service
    •    Internet access wifi

Balcony

Deluxe Stateroom (DEL) $10,020

Category: DEL
Deck 3

Size: 200 sq.ft. + 43 sq.ft. balcony. Deluxe Staterooms with private balcony. Amenities:
    •    Individually-controlled air-conditioning
    •    Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds
    •    Shower
    •    Minibar
    •    Flat screen satellite TV
    •    Desk with stationery
    •    DVD, CD and Ipod™ players
    •    Video on demand
    •    Safe
    •    Hairdryer
    •    Bath robes
    •    Satellite direct line telephone
    •    110/220 volts outlet
    •    French bath products
    •    24hr room service
    •    Internet access wifi

Prestige Balcony Stateroom (PR4) $11,090

Category: PR4
Deck 4
Deck 6
Deck 5

Size: 200 sq.ft. + 43 sq.ft. balcony. Prestige Staterooms with private balcony. Amenities:
    •    Individually-controlled air-conditioning
    •    Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds
    •    Shower
    •    Minibar
    •    Flat screen satellite TV
    •    Desk with stationery
    •    DVD, CD and Ipod™ players
    •    Video on demand
    •    Safe
    •    Hairdryer
    •    Bath robes
    •    Satellite direct line telephone
    •    110/220 volts outlet
    •    French bath products
    •    24hr room service
    •    Internet access wifi

Prestige Balcony Stateroom (PR5) $11,620

Category: PR5
Deck 5
Deck 4
Deck 6

Prestige Balcony Stateroom (PR6) $12,270

Category: PR6
Deck 6
Deck 5
Deck 4

Suite

Deluxe Suite (DS6) $16,980

Category: DS6
Deck 6

Size: 290 sq.ft. + 54 sq.ft. balcony. There are 3 Deluxe Suites with private balcony. Amenities:
    •    Individually-controlled air-conditioning
    •    Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds
    •    Shower
    •    Minibar
    •    Flat screen satellite TV
    •    Desk with stationery
    •    DVD, CD and Ipod™ players
    •    Video on demand
    •    Safe
    •    Hairdryer
    •    Bath robes
    •    Satellite direct line telephone
    •    110/220 volts outlet
    •    French bath products
    •    24hr room service
    •    Internet access wifi
    •    Sofa
    •    Armchair & Pedestal table

Prestige Suite (PS5) $22,880

Category: PS5
Deck 5
Deck 6

Size: 398 sq.ft. + 85 sq.ft. balcony. 20 Prestige Suites with private balcony will provide you a sea with in total discretion. Amenities:
    •    Individually-controlled air-conditioning
    •    Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds, communicating cabins available
    •    Shower
    •    Minibar
    •    Flat screen satellite TV
    •    Desk with stationery
    •    DVD, CD and Ipod™ players
    •    Video on demand
    •    Safe
    •    Hairdryer
    •    Bath robes
    •    Satellite direct line telephone
    •    110/220 volts outlet
    •    French bath products
    •    24hr room service
    •    Internet acces wifi
    •    Another Flat screen satellite TV
    •    Sofa
    •    Armchair & Pedestal table

Prestige Suite (PS6) $24,060

Category: PS6
Deck 6
Deck 5

Size: 398 sq.ft. + 85 sq.ft. balcony. 20 Prestige Suites with private balcony will provide you a sea with in total discretion. Amenities:
    •    Individually-controlled air-conditioning
    •    Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds, communicating cabins available
    •    Shower
    •    Minibar
    •    Flat screen satellite TV
    •    Desk with stationery
    •    DVD, CD and Ipod™ players
    •    Video on demand
    •    Safe
    •    Hairdryer
    •    Bath robes
    •    Satellite direct line telephone
    •    110/220 volts outlet
    •    French bath products
    •    24hr room service
    •    Internet access wifi
    •    Another Flat screen satellite TV
    •    Sofa
    •    Armchair & Pedestal table

Owner's Suite (SA) Call for pricing

Category: SA
Deck 6

Size: 484 sq.ft. + 97 sq.ft. balcony. Owner's Suites are decorated by French interior designers and will provide you a breathtaking panoramic sea view. Amenities:
    •    Individually-controlled air-conditioning
    •    Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds, communicating cabins available
    •    Bathtub or shower
    •    Minibar
    •    Flat screen satellite TV
    •    Desk with stationery
    •    DVD, CD and Ipod™ players
    •    Video on demand
    •    Safe
    •    Hairdryer
    •    Bath robes
    •    Satellite direct line telephone
    •    110/220 volts outlet
    •    French bath products
    •    24hr room service
    •    Internet access wifi
    •    Another Flat screen satellite TV
    •    Large bathtub
    •    Sofa
    •    Table with 4 chairs
    •    Armchair & Pedestal table

Fares listed are per person, based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

Deck 6