11 day journey on board the Le Jacques Cartier from Cairns
Australia from Cairns with the Le Jacques Cartier
10 nights, 8 ports with thePonant#17600026
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Le Jacques Cartier
Asia
Cairns
Cairns, Australia
10 nights
27/10/2025
17600026
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Cairns, AustraliaEmbarkment
18:00
depart 18:00
Cairns is located in the north of Queensland, Australia. The city is known particularly for being in close proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the longest coral reef in the world, also listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Daintree tropical forest which is the oldest of it's kind in the world is also only a short distance away. The city itself boasts a laid-back lifestyle with a buzzing social scene evident through the presence of numerous cafés, clubs and restaurants. There are also a number of fantastic tourism resorts, adding to the reputation of Cairns as an Australian tourism hotspot.
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Cruising
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Alotau, Papua New Guinea
Alotau is the capital of Papua New Guinea's Milne Bay Province, located in the south-east of the island. The town is spread out along picturesque hills and features a local market that attracts a great deal of activity. Don't miss out on trying some of the best regional cuisine at the local restaurants. Alotau serves as a great starting point for those moving on to the coves and islands of Milne Bay.
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Tufi, Papua New Guinea
Tufi is a town located on a tropical fjord surrounded by many uncharted reefs in Papua New Guinea.
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Tami Island, Papua New Guinea
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Madang, Papua New Guinea
Madang is the capital of Madang province in Papua New Guinea. It offers beautiful beaches that are perfect for diving and swimming.
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Morobe Harbour (Bay), Papua New Guinea (AU)
Morobe Bay (also known as "Morobe Harbour") is a bay within Huon Gulf on the coast of Morobe Province and was used during World War II by the allies as an anchorage point.
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Lusancay Islands, Papua New Guinea
Located on the Solomon Sea, off the coast of Papua New Guinea. With a population of approximately 290, these original, natural and mesmerizing islands offer the best of Pacific environment - clear waters and remarkable beaches filled with scenic valleys and amazing rainforests full of wonderful wildlife.
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Samarai Island, Papua New Guinea
Samarai is an island in the Milne Bay Province in Papua New Guinea. Although, very small, it used to be the capital of the region and its most important port, until the government decided to move its function to Port Moresby in 1968. Samarai has since fallen into disrepair with declining population, however it still offers a picturesque walkway, superb diving and a beautiful beach.
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Cruising
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Cairns, AustraliaDisembarkment
09:30
arrive 09:30
Cairns is located in the north of Queensland, Australia. The city is known particularly for being in close proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the longest coral reef in the world, also listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Daintree tropical forest which is the oldest of it's kind in the world is also only a short distance away. The city itself boasts a laid-back lifestyle with a buzzing social scene evident through the presence of numerous cafés, clubs and restaurants. There are also a number of fantastic tourism resorts, adding to the reputation of Cairns as an Australian tourism hotspot.
Ponant# 17600026
Australia from Cairns with the Le Jacques Cartier
10 nights, 8 ports with the Le Jacques Cartier
Services
Services Included:
Shore excursions (please ask your cruise consultant if it applies to your sailing*)
A cruise from/to Cairns, Australia on board the Le Jacques Cartier
All main meals (excluding specialty restaurants)
Port charges and taxes
Accommodation in booked cabin
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Hotels
Wide variety of shore excursions
Rental vehicles
Travel insurance
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