Campbell Island arrives at: 6 am, departs at: 5 pm
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DAY 4-6
At Sea
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DAY 7
Ross Sea Region - Cruising arrives at: 2 pm, departs at: 9 pm
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DAY 8
Ross Sea Region - Cruising arrives at: 7 am, departs at: 12 pm
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DAY 9
Ross Sea Region - Cruising arrives at: 7 am, departs at: 12 pm
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DAY 10
Ross Sea Region - Cruising arrives at: 7 am, departs at: 6 pm
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DAY 11
Ross Sea Region - Cruising arrives at: 7 am, departs at: 6 pm
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DAY 12
Ross Sea Region - Cruising arrives at: 6:30 am, departs at: 5 pm
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DAY 13
Ross Sea Region - Cruising arrives at: 8 am, departs at: 6 pm
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DAY 14
Ross Sea Region - Cruising arrives at: 7 am, departs at: 6 pm
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DAY 15-17
At Sea
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DAY 18
Macquarie Island arrives at: 8 am, departs at: 6 pm
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DAY 19
At Sea
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DAY 20
The Snares arrives at: 11:30 am, departs at: 6 pm
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DAY 21
At Sea
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What's included
Included
Wi-Fi
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the ship, allowing you to stay connected during your voyage.
Drinks
The Open Bar offers a selection of drinks, including mineral water, soft drinks, wine, beer, Henri Abelé Brut Champagne, spirits, coffee, and tea. Certain premium alcoholic beverages on the menu are not included in the Open Bar.
Excursions
Beginning this 2024/2025 winter season, one excursion per person, per port of call will be included in the price of your cruise(excluding any on board Le Paul Gauguin). You will be able to select the excursion of your choice, based on proposed programs by our destination experts.
There will also be paid excursions available, enabling you to explore the region in even more depth.
Entertainment
Choose from a variety of things to entertain yourself including restaurants, bars, theatre, pools and much more.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks from the buffet and main dining restaurants are all included. Meals from the specialty dining restaurants are additional.
Accommodation
Your cabin is included in the price of the cruise.
Port Fees & Taxes
No surprises. All port fees and taxes are included in the price.
Extras
Speciality Dining
Specialty restaurants allow travellers to enhance their dining experience during the cruise. This is a great way to add variety to your holiday or celebrate a special occasion. You can pay for meals in the special dining restaurants onboard.
Parking
Car parking at the port or airport for the duration of your trip is not included within the price of the cruise. Port/airport parking can’t currently be booked with us online but please contact us after you have made the booking if you would like to add this to your package. An approximate cost for parking is between £12 - £20 per car per day. Alternatively we can arrange transfers from your home to the departure airport/port.
Insurance
Insurance is not included in your package. We've partnered with Holiday Extras. They have 40 years of experience and offer excellent insurance cover for your holiday. Their flexible policies offer cruise-specific cover, so you can rest assured that you are completely covered when you go away. Get a Holiday Extras insurance quote
Transfers (home to port)
Transfers from your home to the port or airport aren't included but we can help organise coach transfers, taxis etc to make your life easier. Please contact us after you have made the booking if you would like to add these to your package.
Visa
Visas are not provided by us or the cruise operator. Visas and other travel documents have to be obtained by the individual passengers prior to sailing.
We've partnered with The Travel Visa Company for all your visa needs. They will be able to provide tailored advice and for a fee, assist with arranging your documents.
Ship Facilities
Le Soleal - By Ponant Cruises
Good for couplesOver 50sExplorationFormalLuxury ShipSmall ShipUltra LuxuryYacht style
Year: 2013
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Refurbished: 2019
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6 Decks
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Max capacity: 264 people
All offers and prices are subject to change and availability at time of enquiry. Prices are based on two passengers sharing unless otherwise stated and are subject to the Tour Operator's terms and conditions. Cabin and Flight supplements may apply. Other supplements may apply in addition to the price shown above. Flight details, timings and routing may be subject to alteration. Other tour operator charges may also apply. Any Onboard Spending money or drinks package value shown will be per cabin, again based on two sharing.
Supplier Reference:
SO260126
Talk to a Cruise Expert
Our cruise experts will help you pick the perfect cruise line, ship and destination.
We can tailor any package to suit your holiday needs: Add or extend hotel stays, arrange flights and find the best cabin location for you.
DAY 1
26 Jan 2026
Time at Port: from 12 AM to 6 PM
A bustling city in New Zealand, Dunedin is situated on the South Island. With a mixed heritage of Maori and Scottish ancestors, along with unique Edwardian and Victorian architecture, it’s a unique place to visit whilst on a cruise. Top highlights in the city include Larnach Castle, the Dunedin Botanical Gardens and the Otago Museum.
Things to do in Dunedin:
Larnach Castle
Located on the picturesque Otago Peninsula, Larnach Castle is one of the most popular attractions in the country and boasts beautiful award-winning grounds, luxury accommodation and historic features. A unique place to visit whilst in Dunedin, it was constructed in the late 19th century.
Botanic Gardens
The Dunedin Botanic Garden is situated on the South Island of New Zealand, at the northernmost point of downtown Dunedin. The garden is situated on a spur of Signal Hill, adjacent to the Northern Cemetery, one of the oldest cemeteries in the city, and the University of Otago. Filled with beautiful plant life, it’s a tranquil place to explore whilst stopping off in Dunedin.
Otago Museum
One of the top attractions in the city, the Otago Museum has one of New Zealand's greatest museum collections, including exhibitions on culture, science, and natural history and is a must-visit whilst in the city.
At Sea
DAY 2
27 Jan 2026
Time at Port: TBD
While sailing between destinations, you’ll have time to take a moment and enjoy everything your cruise ship has to offer; with stunning food prepared with the freshest ingredients, fantastic entertainment opportunities, and plenty of places to lounge around, an enjoyable day at sea awaits!
Campbell Island
DAY 3
28 Jan 2026
Time at Port: from 6 AM to 5 PM
Our experts are preparing detailed information about this location. Please check back shortly to discover more.
At Sea
DAY 4-6
29 Jan 2026
Time at Port: TBD
While sailing between destinations, you’ll have time to take a moment and enjoy everything your cruise ship has to offer; with stunning food prepared with the freshest ingredients, fantastic entertainment opportunities, and plenty of places to lounge around, an enjoyable day at sea awaits!
Ross Sea Region - Cruising
DAY 7
01 Feb 2026
Time at Port: from 2 PM to 9 PM
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Ross Sea Region - Cruising
DAY 8
02 Feb 2026
Time at Port: from 7 AM to 12 PM
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Ross Sea Region - Cruising
DAY 9
03 Feb 2026
Time at Port: from 7 AM to 12 PM
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Ross Sea Region - Cruising
DAY 10
04 Feb 2026
Time at Port: from 7 AM to 6 PM
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Ross Sea Region - Cruising
DAY 11
05 Feb 2026
Time at Port: from 7 AM to 6 PM
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Ross Sea Region - Cruising
DAY 12
06 Feb 2026
Time at Port: from 6:30 AM to 5 PM
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Ross Sea Region - Cruising
DAY 13
07 Feb 2026
Time at Port: from 8 AM to 6 PM
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Ross Sea Region - Cruising
DAY 14
08 Feb 2026
Time at Port: from 7 AM to 6 PM
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At Sea
DAY 15-17
09 Feb 2026
Time at Port: TBD
While sailing between destinations, you’ll have time to take a moment and enjoy everything your cruise ship has to offer; with stunning food prepared with the freshest ingredients, fantastic entertainment opportunities, and plenty of places to lounge around, an enjoyable day at sea awaits!
Macquarie Island
DAY 18
12 Feb 2026
Time at Port: from 8 AM to 6 PM
Our experts are preparing detailed information about this location. Please check back shortly to discover more.
At Sea
DAY 19
13 Feb 2026
Time at Port: TBD
While sailing between destinations, you’ll have time to take a moment and enjoy everything your cruise ship has to offer; with stunning food prepared with the freshest ingredients, fantastic entertainment opportunities, and plenty of places to lounge around, an enjoyable day at sea awaits!
The Snares
DAY 20
14 Feb 2026
Time at Port: from 11:30 AM to 6 PM
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At Sea
DAY 21
15 Feb 2026
Time at Port: TBD
While sailing between destinations, you’ll have time to take a moment and enjoy everything your cruise ship has to offer; with stunning food prepared with the freshest ingredients, fantastic entertainment opportunities, and plenty of places to lounge around, an enjoyable day at sea awaits!