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£9415 GBP pp

* Current p/p indicative rate.

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Highlights

  • A cruise to discover the Empire of the Rising Sun, its ancient traditions, its cultural heritage and its emblematic sites.
  • UNESCO World Heritage Sites: The Miyajima Sanctuary and its vermillion Torii, the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum.
  • Make the most of an excursion included* per person per port of call during your cruise thanks to the selection made by our destination experts.
  • The visits to the Peace Memorial and Peace Museum in Nagasaki and Hiroshima, the martyred cities of the Second World War.
  • The port of call on the island of Uwajima, with its strong feudal past and ancestral traditions.
  • Discovering Tamano, a former feudal domain with a surprising cultural heritage, and its famous “black castle”.

Highlights

  • A cruise to discover the Empire of the Rising Sun, its ancient traditions, its cultural heritage and its emblematic sites.
  • UNESCO World Heritage Sites: The Miyajima Sanctuary and its vermillion Torii, the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum.
  • Make the most of an excursion included* per person per port of call during your cruise thanks to the selection made by our destination experts.
  • The visits to the Peace Memorial and Peace Museum in Nagasaki and Hiroshima, the martyred cities of the Second World War.
  • The port of call on the island of Uwajima, with its strong feudal past and ancestral traditions.
  • Discovering Tamano, a former feudal domain with a surprising cultural heritage, and its famous “black castle”.
Ship Le Soleal
Capacity: 264, Types: Luxury Small Ship CruiseLuxury ExpeditionWheelchair accessible
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Discover traditional Japan, forged by millennia of traditions, where nature and the sacred become one. Among the trade winds, the dreamlike landscapes of lush green hills, mystical mountains and ancestral temples nestling in preserved nature will fill you with wonder. Toba, Shingu, Himeji, Miyajima… the historic cities reveal their imperial secrets throughout the different ports of call, while Zen gardens and peaceful temples celebrate Shinto heritage. This journey into the heart of the Japanese soul will also immerse you in the moving history of Nagasaki and Hiroshima, which are now some of Japan’s most relaxed and fascinating destinations. 

  • A cruise to discover the Empire of the Rising Sun, its ancient traditions, its cultural heritage and its emblematic sites.
  • UNESCO World Heritage Sites: The Miyajima Sanctuary and its vermillion Torii, the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum.
  • Make the most of an excursion included* per person per port of call during your cruise thanks to the selection made by our destination experts.
  • The visits to the Peace Memorial and Peace Museum in Nagasaki and Hiroshima, the martyred cities of the Second World War.
  • The port of call on the island of Uwajima, with its strong feudal past and ancestral traditions.
  • Discovering Tamano, a former feudal domain with a surprising cultural heritage, and its famous “black castle”.

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14 March, 2027 to 26 March, 2027 on Le Soleal
Prices

Prices quoted here are often dependent on currency fluctuations. Please check with (01432 507450 or info@small-cruise-ships.com) for the very latest price, which may well be cheaper than the one advertised here.

Superior Stateroom
£9915 GBP pp (+ Port Fees £530 GBP pp)
Superior Stateroom
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: One king-size bed (180 x 190 cm) or two single beds (90 x 190 cm) Bathroom with shower Window (except cabin 300 : porthole)
Deluxe Stateroom
£10755 GBP pp (+ Port Fees £530 GBP pp)
Deluxe Stateroom
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: A private 43 ft² balcony A porthole and glass door One king-size bed (180 x 190 cm) or two single beds (90 x 190 cm) Bathroom with shower
Prestige Deck 4
£11945 GBP pp (+ Port Fees £530 GBP pp)
Prestige Deck 4
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: A private 43 ft² balcony A sliding panoramic window Staterooms 605, 625, and all those on Deck 4 have a bathroom with shower; all other staterooms on Deck 6 have a bathroom with bathtub One king-size bed (180 x 190 cm) or two single beds (90 x 190 cm) and TV
Prestige Deck 5
£12555 GBP pp (+ Port Fees £530 GBP pp)
Prestige Deck 5
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: A private 43 ft² balcony A sliding panoramic window Staterooms 605, 625, and all those on Deck 4 have a bathroom with shower; all other staterooms on Deck 6 have a bathroom with bathtub One king-size bed (180 x 190 cm) or two single beds (90 x 190 cm) and TV
Prestige Deck 6
£13265 GBP pp (+ Port Fees £530 GBP pp)
Prestige Deck 6
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: A private 43 ft² balcony A sliding panoramic window Staterooms 605, 625, and all those on Deck 4 have a bathroom with shower; all other staterooms on Deck 6 have a bathroom with bathtub One king-size bed (180 x 190 cm) or two single beds (90 x 190 cm) and TV
Deluxe Suite
£18525 GBP pp (+ Port Fees £530 GBP pp)
Deluxe Suite
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: A private 53 ft² balcony Sliding panoramic window Bathroom with bathtub Butler service Priority boarding Champagne and fruit on arrival A daily selection of sweet and savoury canapés and a fruit basket One king-size bed (180 x 190 cm) or two single beds (90 x 190 cm) An armchair and sofa
Prestige Deck 5 Suite
£25105 GBP pp (+ Port Fees £530 GBP pp)
Prestige Deck 5 Suite
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: A private 86 ft² balcony Two sliding panoramic windows Two bathrooms; one with shower and one with bathtub Priority boarding for suites on Deck 6 Butler service for suites on Deck 6 Champagne and fruit on arrival A daily selection of sweet and savoury canapés and a fruit basket One bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 190 cm) or two single beds (90 x 190 cm) A living room with a convertible sofa into a king-size or two single beds, armchairs, second TV, and a courtesy sliding door
Prestige Deck 6 Suite
£26425 GBP pp (+ Port Fees £530 GBP pp)
Prestige Deck 6 Suite
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: A private 86 ft² balcony Two sliding panoramic windows Two bathrooms; one with shower and one with bathtub Priority boarding for suites on Deck 6 Butler service for suites on Deck 6 Champagne and fruit on arrival A daily selection of sweet and savoury canapés and a fruit basket One bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 190 cm) or two single beds (90 x 190 cm) A living room with a convertible sofa into a king-size or two single beds, armchairs, second TV, and a courtesy sliding door
26 March, 2027 to 07 April, 2027 on Le Soleal (reverse)
Prices

Prices quoted here are often dependent on currency fluctuations. Please check with (01432 507450 or info@small-cruise-ships.com) for the very latest price, which may well be cheaper than the one advertised here.

Superior Stateroom
£9415 GBP pp (+ Port Fees £530 GBP pp)
Superior Stateroom
(226 sq.ft.) 8 superior staterooms of 226 sq.ft.located on Deck 3. AMENTIES: Individually-controlled air-conditioning, Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen satellite TV, Desk with stationery, 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
Deluxe Stateroom
£10215 GBP pp (+ Port Fees £530 GBP pp)
Deluxe Stateroom
(200 sq.ft. + 43 sq.ft. private balcony), 28 Deluxe Staterooms of 200 sq.ft.with private balcony. AMENTIES: Individually-controlled air-conditioning, Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen satellite TV, Desk with stationery, 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 Stateroom Deck 4
£11345 GBP pp (+ Port Fees £530 GBP pp)
Prestige Stateroom Deck 4
(18,5 m² + 4 m² private balcony), 92 Prestige Staterooms with private balcony. AMENTIES: Individually-controlled air-conditioning, Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen satellite TV, Desk with stationery, 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 Stateroom Deck 5
£11915 GBP pp (+ Port Fees £530 GBP pp)
Prestige Stateroom Deck 5
(18,5 m² + 4 m² private balcony), 92 Prestige Staterooms with private balcony. AMENTIES: Individually-controlled air-conditioning, Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen satellite TV, Desk with stationery, 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 Stateroom Deck 6
£12595 GBP pp (+ Port Fees £530 GBP pp)
Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
(18,5 m² + 4 m² private balcony), 92 Prestige Staterooms with private balcony. AMENTIES: Individually-controlled air-conditioning, Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen satellite TV, Desk with stationery, 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
Deluxe Suite
£17585 GBP pp (+ Port Fees £530 GBP pp)
Deluxe Suite
(290 sq.ft. + 54 sq.ft. private balcony), On Deck 6 you will find 3 Deluxe Suites with private balcony. AMENTIES: Individually-controlled air-conditioning, Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen satellite TV, Desk with stationery, 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 Deck 5
£23805 GBP pp (+ Port Fees £530 GBP pp)
Prestige Suite Deck 5
(398 sq.ft. + 86 sq.ft. private balcony), 20 Prestige Suites with private balcony will provide you a sea with in total discretion. AMENTIES: Individually-controlled air-conditioning, Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds, communicating cabins available (Children welcome), Shower, Minibar, Flat screen satellite TV, Desk with stationery, 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
Prestige Suite Deck 6
£25065 GBP pp (+ Port Fees £530 GBP pp)
Prestige Suite Deck 6
(398 sq.ft. + 86 sq.ft. private balcony), 20 Prestige Suites with private balcony will provide you a sea with in total discretion. AMENTIES: Individually-controlled air-conditioning, Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds, communicating cabins available (Children welcome), Shower, Minibar, Flat screen satellite TV, Desk with stationery, 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
£31955 GBP pp (+ Port Fees £530 GBP pp)
Owner's Suite
(484 sq.ft + 97 sq.ft. private balcony). The Owner's suite is situated on Deck 6. It has been decorated by French interior designers and will provide you a breathtaking panoramic sea view. AMENTIES: Individually-controlled air-conditioning, Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds, communicating cabins available (Children welcome), Bathtub or shower, Minibar, Flat screen satellite TV, Desk with stationery, 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
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Le Soleal
Luxury Small ShipA sleek silhouette, a welcoming intimate atmosphere, and the same philosophy that has made her sister ships, L'Austral, Lyrial and Le Boreal, such a success. This magnificent yacht …

Le Soleal

Length 142 metres
Launched 2013
Crew 140

Luxury Small Ship
A sleek silhouette, a welcoming intimate atmosphere, and the same philosophy that has made her sister ships, L'Austral, Lyrial and Le Boreal, such a success.

This magnificent yacht of only 132 staterooms and suites, all with balconies, has contemporary decor inspired by the luxury yachting world, with fluid lines and a modern colour scheme combining natural wood with shades of grey and white. White Corian counters in the lobby contrast with the warmth of leather to recall a boat's hull, while the central scuplture of enamelled pieces takes its inspiration from the sea.  In the lounge bar, the carpet picks up a tennis stripe theme symbolising a certain idea of cruising, one synonomous with French elegance and a chic seaside spirit.

Wheelchairs
3 specially adapted wheelchair cabins (Deck 3 = Superior cabin no. 307, no balcony, Deck 4 = Prestige Cabin no. 407 - with balcony and Deck 5 = Prestige Cabin no 509, with balcony) and lifts to all decks/areas.

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Deck plans are for illustrative purposes only – The actual ship and cabin layout may differ.

Cabin layout for Le Soleal

Includes

All meals included at your choice of dining venue, with French-inspired cuisine
Open bar (excluding premium brands) & in-room mini bar
Expert sommelier with wine pairing during meals
Complimentary 24-hour room service
Evening entertainment & shows
Informative lectures and presentations by guest speakers or naturalist guides (vary by voyage)
Spacious staterooms & suites with premium amenities
Health & Wellness Area including sauna or Hamam (not available on Le Ponant) and fitness centre
Butler service in select suites (not available on Le Ponant)
Complimentary Wi-Fi

Excludes

Services not mentioned in this document
Personal expenses and tips
Optional shore activities

Overview
Highlights
Dates & Prices
Itinerary
Map
Ship
What's Included

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