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 Champlain - By Ponant Cruises
Good for couplesOver 50sExplorationFormalLuxury ShipSmall ShipUltra LuxuryYacht style
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:
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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 1-2
19 Jan 2026
Time at Port: from 7 AM to 7 AM
A quaint province in Panama, Colon has a rich history and beautiful scenery. Home to the Panama Canal Zone and beloved for its year-round sunshine, a visit to Colon has something for all tastes and ages whether you're interested in learning more about its past or the modern amenities it has to offer.
Things to do in Colon - Overnight onboard:
Fort San Lorenzo
Built in 1595 (from orders given by King Phillip II), Fort San Lorenzo is situated on the Charges River. A fascinating attraction that you can explore, they offer tours around it with knowledgeable tour guides who take you through its rich history.
Portobelo National Park
A quaint and breathtaking area, the Portobelo National Park has a village, a treasure house, the remains of Spanish forts and other captivating sites to see. A must-visit whilst in Colon, you can spend all day exploring it.
Marine Laboratory
The Galeta Marine Laboratory is located amongst a variety of marine and tropical ecosystems; from mangrove forests, to wetlands and coral reefs. Home to an array of wildlife, it offers educational programmes to visitors wanting to learn more about the rich flora and fauna of the local area.
Fort San Lorenzo
DAY 2
20 Jan 2026
Time at Port: from 10:30 AM to 4 PM
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San Blas Island
DAY 3
21 Jan 2026
Time at Port: from 1:30 PM to 7 PM
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Panama Canal Transit
DAY 4
22 Jan 2026
Time at Port: from 7 AM to 7 AM
Joining the mighty Atlantic to the vast Pacific oceans from Colon on the west coast to Panama City to the east, the Panama Canal bridges the two worlds without having to traverse the infamous Cape of Horn around Chile by ships. The journey down through the canal and its impressive locks by cruise ship is a destination and unique cruise ship experience in itself.
Things to do in Panama Canal Transit:
Miraflores Visitors Center
The Miraflores Visitor Center provides fantastic insight into the history of the Panama Canal, through films, exhibitions and observation decks overlooking the Panama Canal locks. Visitors can join guided tours and enjoy delicious cuisine and souvenirs.
Casco Viejo
Whilst stopping off on the Panama Canal, if you have the time, a trip to Casco Viejo is well worth the effort. Within the historic district of the city, it’s a designated World Heritage Site which was built in the late 17th century. With stunning architecture, restaurants, shops and more, this picturesque area is frequently listed as one of the top things to do whilst in Panama.
Ancon Hill
If you’re looking for breathtaking views out towards the city, head to Ancon Hill. spanning 199 metres, this impressive hill is a popular site to visit whilst in the area of Ancon or Panama City.
Pearl Islands
DAY 5
23 Jan 2026
Time at Port: from 6 AM to 11:30 AM
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Pacheca Island
DAY 5
23 Jan 2026
Time at Port: from 1:30 PM to 7:30 PM
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Playa Muerto (Darien National Park)
DAY 6
24 Jan 2026
Time at Port: from 7 AM to 2 PM
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Cébaco Island
DAY 7
25 Jan 2026
Time at Port: from 7 AM to 3:30 PM
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Río Esquinas
DAY 8
26 Jan 2026
Time at Port: from 1 PM to 7 PM
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Drake Bay
DAY 9
27 Jan 2026
Time at Port: from 6 AM to 6 PM
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Curú Wildlife Refuge
DAY 10
28 Jan 2026
Time at Port: from 6 AM to 2 PM
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Puntarenas
DAY 11
29 Jan 2026
Time at Port: from 12 AM to 6 PM
A beautiful port town in the Gulf of Nicoya, Puntarenas features a combination of natural and manmade attractions. From the bustling Casa de la Cultura with its theatres, art galleries and other attractions to its wildlife sanctuaries and reserves, there’s something for everyone in this vibrant port town.
Things to do in Puntarenas:
NATUWA Wildlife Sanctuary
Learn more about the Costa Rican macaws at the captivating NATUWA Wildlife Sanctuary. Rescuing and rehabilitating these fascinating creatures, you’ll be able to get up close to them and discover what it takes to care for them.
Parque Marino del Pacifico
Fun for all the family, the Parque Marino del Pacifico not only features an aquarium with an array of tropical fish, sharks, turtles and manta rays but a splash pool, playground and gift shop. Giving you a welcome break from the heat, this attraction is well worth a visit whilst in
Puntarenas.
Curi-Cancha Reserve
In the Cordillera de Tilarán, close to Juntas, lies the Curi Cancha Wildlife Refuge. A private wildlife sanctuary, it preserves cloud forest and is one kilometres or so before the renowned Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. Home to a variety of wildlife and plant life, this reserve is an extraordinary attraction to visit whilst in Puntarenas.