Le Dumont-D'Urville
Le Dumont-D’Urville set sail under the French flag in June 2019. Named after famous French explorers, these sleek five-star luxury vessels will have the finest equipment for safety and stability.
To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.
Day | Date | Port of Call | Arrival | Departure |
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1 | Sunday, December 22, 2024 | Port Louis, Mauritius | Embark | 7:00 PM |
![]() Port Louis is the capital of Mauritius, located on the NW coast of the island. The very large city is dominated by the Citadel from which almost the whole city can be observed, and it is surrounded by a range of mountains. The city as a whole is a place of interest, but of special attraction is the famous China Town, where many still dress in national clothing. Read more about Port Louis, Mauritius |
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2 | Monday, December 23, 2024 | At Sea | ||
3 | Tuesday, December 24, 2024 | Ambodifototra, Madagascar | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
Ambodifotatra is the capital of Sainte-Marie Island that resembles an exclamation mark in the sea, extending for 50km off the eastern coast of Madagascar. It was once a hideout for pirates, as testified to on the cemetery headstones to the south of the capital. Also of interest are the old fort built by the French East India Company, and the oldest Catholic church in Madagascar. Read more about Ambodifototra, Madagascar |
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4 | Wednesday, December 25, 2024 | Ambodifototra, Madagascar | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
Ambodifotatra is the capital of Sainte-Marie Island that resembles an exclamation mark in the sea, extending for 50km off the eastern coast of Madagascar. It was once a hideout for pirates, as testified to on the cemetery headstones to the south of the capital. Also of interest are the old fort built by the French East India Company, and the oldest Catholic church in Madagascar. Read more about Ambodifototra, Madagascar |
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5 | Thursday, December 26, 2024 | Tamatave, Madagascar | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
Madagascar, the world's fourth-largest island, is located in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Mozambique. Tamatave (Toamasina) is a pleasant town and the most important port in Madagascar. Severely damaged in 1927 by a storm, the city was subsequently rebuilt. Read more about Tamatave, Madagascar |
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6 | Friday, December 27, 2024 | At Sea | ||
7 | Saturday, December 28, 2024 | Pointe des Galets, Réunion | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
![]() Pointe des Galets is the principal port of Réunion island, a French island located in the Indian Ocean 680km east of Madagascar, and about 170km SW of Mauritius. Two thirds of the island’s western side is covered by mountain ranges. The 3,069m Piton des Neiges (Snow Peak) is the highest point. Read more about Pointe des Galets, Réunion |
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8 | Sunday, December 29, 2024 | Pointe des Galets, Réunion | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
![]() Pointe des Galets is the principal port of Réunion island, a French island located in the Indian Ocean 680km east of Madagascar, and about 170km SW of Mauritius. Two thirds of the island’s western side is covered by mountain ranges. The 3,069m Piton des Neiges (Snow Peak) is the highest point. Read more about Pointe des Galets, Réunion |
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9 | Monday, December 30, 2024 | At Sea | ||
10 | Tuesday, December 31, 2024 | Port Mathurin | ||
11 | Wednesday, January 1, 2025 | Port Mathurin | ||
12 | Thursday, January 2, 2025 | At Sea | ||
13 | Friday, January 3, 2025 | Port Louis, Mauritius | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
![]() Port Louis is the capital of Mauritius, located on the NW coast of the island. The very large city is dominated by the Citadel from which almost the whole city can be observed, and it is surrounded by a range of mountains. The city as a whole is a place of interest, but of special attraction is the famous China Town, where many still dress in national clothing. Read more about Port Louis, Mauritius |
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14 | Saturday, January 4, 2025 | Port Louis, Mauritius | 12:00 AM | Disembark |
![]() Port Louis is the capital of Mauritius, located on the NW coast of the island. The very large city is dominated by the Citadel from which almost the whole city can be observed, and it is surrounded by a range of mountains. The city as a whole is a place of interest, but of special attraction is the famous China Town, where many still dress in national clothing. Read more about Port Louis, Mauritius |
SA, PV6, PV5
Area: 45 msup2;. Capacity: 2-4 passengers per cabin depending on cabin type. Balcony size: 30 msup2;. Cabin features: 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 access wifi (fee may apply).
PS6, PS5, GD6, GD5, DS6, DS5, DS4, DS3
Area: 32-38 msup2;. Capacity: 2-4 passengers per cabin depending on cabin type. Balcony size: 8 msup2;. Cabin features: 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 access wifi (fee may apply).
PR6, PR5, PR4, DEL
Area: 19 msup2;. Capacity: 2 passengers per cabin depending on cabin type. Balcony size: 4 msup2;. Cabin features: 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 access wifi (fee may apply).
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Cruiseline: Ponant Cruises Ship: Le Dumont-D'Urville Departure: Sunday, December 22, 2024 Nights: 13 nights Departs: Port Louis Returns: Port Louis
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