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8-night Japan, Natural Archipelago & Secular Heritage Cruise

Kagoshima/Osaka
8-night Japan, Natural Archipelago & Secular Heritage Cruise
April 18, 2025
PONANT: Le Jacques Cartier
Kagoshima/Osaka
Vacation Offer ID 1544942
Reference this number when contacting our travel specialist.
Exclusive Offer
  • $200 per Couple Shipboard Credit
Overview
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Ship Info
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Activities & Services
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Staterooms
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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
8-night Japan, Natural Archipelago & Secular Heritage Cruise
  • Destination Guide
  • Suggested Shore Excursions
Destination Arrival Departure
Kagoshima
04/18/2025 04/18/2025
Koshikijima Islands
04/19/2025 04/19/2025
Amakusa
04/20/2025 04/20/2025
Shinkamigoto
04/21/2025 04/21/2025
Pusan (Busan)
04/22/2025 04/22/2025
Moji, Japan
04/23/2025 04/23/2025
Kanmon Straits
04/23/2025 04/23/2025
Shimokamagari
04/24/2025 04/24/2025
Mitarai
04/24/2025 04/24/2025
Tomonoura
04/25/2025 04/25/2025
Osaka

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Kobe - Osaka Day Tour
Highlights:
  • Osaka Castle
  • Umeda Sky Building
  • Shitennoji Temple
  • Dontonbori
Tour Duration: Approx. 6 hours (13:00 – 19:00)

Tour can operate:  Afternoon

Wheelchair Accessible:  No – due to the nature of the sites and the transportation

Physical Activity Level:  Moderate – involves walking and exploring multiple sites

Inclusions: (include any info regarding transportation to/from the Cruise ship in this section)
  • Transfers and sightseeing as specified in the itinerary by private vehicle
  • Services of driver and private English-speaking guide during sightseeing and transfers (different guide and driver in each city)
  • Local restaurant lunches including 1 drink per person (soft drink, local beer, bottled water, tea or coffee)
  • Pier permits
  • Complimentary local bottled water during sightseeing/transfers
  • Entrance fees while sightseeing
 Not Included:
  • Any accommodations/ meals/ flights/ sightseeing/ transfers other than specified
  • Excess baggage charges
  • Gratuities to the local guides and drivers
  • Travel insurance (recommended)
  • Any expenses of a personal nature such as laundry, minibar charges, telephone charges, etc.
  • Any visa
04/26/2025 04/26/2025
PONANT: Le Jacques Cartier
In keeping with the philosophy of PONANT and the PONANT EXPLORERS, Le Jacques-Cartier combines the desire for adventure with five-star travel. A modern ship with slender, tapered lines, it is environmentally friendly and equipped with innovative technology. Tastefully decorated, Le Jacques-Cartier reflects the universe so dear to PONANT, with its light tones and open-to-the-sea design providing soft light and luminosity at every instant of the day. Its ethnic chic ambiance pays homage to the destinations visit. Located below the waterline, the Blue Eye, the first ever multisensorial lounge, offers a unique experience: the opportunity to enjoy undersea views and the sounds of the marine world whilst sharing a glass together.
Ship Highlights
  • Staterooms and suites which are designed to enable passengers to enjoy moments of tranquil calm and exotic escape
  • The main lounge as a venue for both daytime and evening shows and entertainment
  • Enjoy at The Theatre with LED stage background wall enabling the projection of ultra-high resolution media
Ship Statistics
Maiden Voyage
2021
Registry
French
Built In
Norway
Gross Tonnage
9 976 UMS
Beam
59 ft (18 m)
Maximum Speed
12.5 knots
Ship Length
430 ft (131.1 m)
Passenger Capacity
184
Number of Crew
112
Number of Decks
5
Dining / Restaurants
2
Spa
1
Staterooms / Suites
92

Dining

Buffet
Buffet.
Restaurant
Restaurant.

Bars & Lounges

Main Lounge
Able to accommodate all the passengers at once for moments of shared conviviality, and as a venue for both daytime and evening shows and entertainment.
Panoramic Lounge
Panoramic lounge provides library, internet space, bar, live entertainment on certain evenings.

Entertainment & Nightlife

Entertainment & Nightlife
The theatre has LED stage background wall enabling the projection of ultra-high resolution media.

Onboard Activities

Espace Photo
Espace Photo.
Grand Salon
Grand Salon.
Salon Observatoire
Salon Observatoire.
Boutique
Boutique.

Outdoor Activities

Hydraulic Platform
Swimming and bathing in the sea and various nautical sports, such as kayaking and paddleboarding.

Wellness

Salon De Coiffure
Salon De Coiffure.
Sauna
Sauna.
Spa
Spa in partnership with SOTHYS™: massage and treatment cubicles, beauty salon cubicle, balneotherapy cubicle.

Balcony

Deluxe Stateroom (DEL) $9,300
Deluxe Stateroom
  • Category: DEL
Area: 19 m². Capacity: 2 passengers per cabin. Cabin features:  Private balcony, Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery, Ipod(TM) 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.
Prestige Stateroom Deck 4 (PR4) $10,320
Prestige Stateroom Deck 4
  • Category: PR4
Area: 19 m². Capacity: 2 passengers per cabin. Cabin features: Private balcony, Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery, Ipod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line telephone, 110/220 volts outlet, French bath products, 24hr room service, Internet access wifi.
Prestige Stateroom Deck 5 (PR5) $10,820
Prestige Stateroom Deck 5
  • Category: PR5
Area: 19 m². Capacity: 2 passengers per cabin. Cabin features: Private balcony, Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery, Ipod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line telephone, 110/220 volts outlet, French bath products, 24hr room service, Internet access wifi.
Prestige Stateroom Deck 6 (PR6) $11,430
Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
  • Category: PR6
Area: 19 m². Capacity: 2 passengers per cabin. Cabin features: Private balcony, Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery, Ipod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line telephone, 110/220 volts outlet, French bath products, 24hr room service, Internet access wifi.

Suite

Deluxe Suite Deck 6 (DS6) $15,870
Deluxe Suite Deck 6
  • Category: DS6
Area: 27 m². Capacity: up to 3 passengers per cabin. Cabin features :  Individually-controlled air-conditioning. King-size bed or twin beds. Sofa, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery, Ipod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line telephone. 110/220 volts outlet. French bath products. 24hr room service. Internet access wifi.
Deluxe Suite Deck 5 (DS5) $15,870
Deluxe Suite Deck 5
  • Category: DS5
Area: 27 m². Capacity: up to 3 passengers per cabin. Cabin features :  Individually-controlled air-conditioning. King-size bed or twin beds. Sofa, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery, Ipod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line telephone. 110/220 volts outlet. French bath products. 24hr room service. Internet access wifi.


Deluxe Suite Deck 4 (DS4) $15,870
Deluxe Suite Deck 4
  • Category: DS4
Area: 27 m². Capacity: up to 3 passengers per cabin. Cabin features :  Individually-controlled air-conditioning. King-size bed or twin beds. Sofa, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery, Ipod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line telephone. 110/220 volts outlet. French bath products. 24hr room service. Internet access wifi.


Deluxe Suite Deck 3 (DS3) $15,870
Deluxe Suite Deck 3
  • Category: DS3
Area: 27 m². Capacity: up to 3 passengers per cabin. Cabin features :  Individually-controlled air-conditioning. King-size bed or twin beds. Sofa, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery, Ipod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line telephone. 110/220 volts outlet. French bath products. 24hr room service. Internet access wifi.
Prestige Suite Deck 5 (PS5) $21,420
Prestige Suite Deck 5
  • Category: PS5
Area: 38 m², Capacity: up to 4 passengers per cabin. Cabin features: Private balcony, Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, 1 tall sofa, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery iPod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line telephone, 110/220 volts outlet, French bath products, 24hr room service, Internet access wifi.
Prestige Suite Deck 6 (PS6) $22,540
Prestige Suite Deck 6
  • Category: PS6
Area: 38 m², Capacity: up to 4 passengers per cabin. Cabin features: Private balcony, Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, 1 tall sofa, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery iPod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line telephone, 110/220 volts outlet, French bath products, 24hr room service, Internet access wifi.
Privilege Suite Deck 6 (PV6) $23,640
Privilege Suite Deck 6
  • Category: PV6
Area: 32 m², Capacity: Up to 3 passengers per cabin. Cabin Features: Private balcony, Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, 1 sofa, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery, iPod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line telephone, 110/220 volts outlet, French bath products, 24hr room service, Internet access wifi,  Butler service.
Privilege Suite Deck 5 (PV5) $23,640
Privilege Suite Deck 5
  • Category: PV5
Area: 32 m², Capacity: Up to 3 passengers per cabin. Cabin Features: Private balcony, Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, 1 sofa, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery, iPod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line telephone, 110/220 volts outlet, French bath products, 24hr room service, Internet access wifi, Butler service.
Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6 (GD6) $25,960
Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6
  • Category: GD6
Area: 45 m², Capacity: up to 2 passengers per cabin, 40m² private balcony. Balcony Features: Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, Bathtub, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery, iPod(TM) 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, Butler service.
Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 5 (GD5) $25,960
Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 5
  • Category: GD5
Area : 45 m², Capacity: up to 2 passengers per cabin, 40m² private balcony Balcony Features: Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, Bathtub, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery, Ipod(TM) 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, Butler service.
Owner's Suite (SA) Call for pricing
Owner's Suite
  • Category: SA
Area: 45 m², Capacity: up to 2 passengers per cabin, 30m2 private balcony. Cabin Features: Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed, or twin beds, Shower & Bathtub + Jacuzzi on terrace, Minibar, Flat screen, satellite TV, Desk with stationery, iPod(TM) players, Video on demand, safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line, telephone, 110/220 volts outlet, French bath products, 24hr room service, Internet access wifi, Butler service, 1 private transfer (round trip): Airport - Hotel - Port.
Fares listed are per person, based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.
Fares listed are per person, based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

Deck 3

Stateroom Key

  • Owner's Suite (SA)
  • Privilege Suite Deck 6 (PV6)
  • Privilege Suite Deck 5 (PV5)
  • Prestige Suite Deck 6 (PS6)
  • Prestige Suite Deck 5 (PS5)
  • Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6 (GD6)
  • Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 5 (GD5)
  • Deluxe Suite Deck 6 (DS6)
  • Deluxe Suite Deck 5 (DS5)
  • Deluxe Suite Deck 4 (DS4)
  • Deluxe Suite Deck 3 (DS3)
  • Prestige Stateroom Deck 6 (PR6)
  • Prestige Stateroom Deck 5 (PR5)
  • Prestige Stateroom Deck 4 (PR4)
  • Deluxe Stateroom (DEL)
Deck 4

Stateroom Key

  • Owner's Suite (SA)
  • Privilege Suite Deck 6 (PV6)
  • Privilege Suite Deck 5 (PV5)
  • Prestige Suite Deck 6 (PS6)
  • Prestige Suite Deck 5 (PS5)
  • Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6 (GD6)
  • Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 5 (GD5)
  • Deluxe Suite Deck 6 (DS6)
  • Deluxe Suite Deck 5 (DS5)
  • Deluxe Suite Deck 4 (DS4)
  • Deluxe Suite Deck 3 (DS3)
  • Prestige Stateroom Deck 6 (PR6)
  • Prestige Stateroom Deck 5 (PR5)
  • Prestige Stateroom Deck 4 (PR4)
  • Deluxe Stateroom (DEL)
Deck 5

Stateroom Key

  • Owner's Suite (SA)
  • Privilege Suite Deck 6 (PV6)
  • Privilege Suite Deck 5 (PV5)
  • Prestige Suite Deck 6 (PS6)
  • Prestige Suite Deck 5 (PS5)
  • Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6 (GD6)
  • Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 5 (GD5)
  • Deluxe Suite Deck 6 (DS6)
  • Deluxe Suite Deck 5 (DS5)
  • Deluxe Suite Deck 4 (DS4)
  • Deluxe Suite Deck 3 (DS3)
  • Prestige Stateroom Deck 6 (PR6)
  • Prestige Stateroom Deck 5 (PR5)
  • Prestige Stateroom Deck 4 (PR4)
  • Deluxe Stateroom (DEL)
Deck 6

Stateroom Key

  • Owner's Suite (SA)
  • Privilege Suite Deck 6 (PV6)
  • Privilege Suite Deck 5 (PV5)
  • Prestige Suite Deck 6 (PS6)
  • Prestige Suite Deck 5 (PS5)
  • Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6 (GD6)
  • Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 5 (GD5)
  • Deluxe Suite Deck 6 (DS6)
  • Deluxe Suite Deck 5 (DS5)
  • Deluxe Suite Deck 4 (DS4)
  • Deluxe Suite Deck 3 (DS3)
  • Prestige Stateroom Deck 6 (PR6)
  • Prestige Stateroom Deck 5 (PR5)
  • Prestige Stateroom Deck 4 (PR4)
  • Deluxe Stateroom (DEL)
Deck 7

Stateroom Key

  • Owner's Suite (SA)
  • Privilege Suite Deck 6 (PV6)
  • Privilege Suite Deck 5 (PV5)
  • Prestige Suite Deck 6 (PS6)
  • Prestige Suite Deck 5 (PS5)
  • Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6 (GD6)
  • Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 5 (GD5)
  • Deluxe Suite Deck 6 (DS6)
  • Deluxe Suite Deck 5 (DS5)
  • Deluxe Suite Deck 4 (DS4)
  • Deluxe Suite Deck 3 (DS3)
  • Prestige Stateroom Deck 6 (PR6)
  • Prestige Stateroom Deck 5 (PR5)
  • Prestige Stateroom Deck 4 (PR4)
  • Deluxe Stateroom (DEL)