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1 NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT SAVE UP TO 30% * LIMITED CABINS AVAILABLE Plus book by 30 Sep 2018 & receive 75*pp Onboard Spending Money

2 EMBLEMATIC ANTARCTICA SAVE UP TO 20%* 11 days Ushuaia return Departing 14 February 2019 Le Soleal Ponant proposes an exceptional expedition cruise into the heart of the Antarctic Peninsula s ice floes. Set sail on an unforgettable 11-day journey aboard Le Soléal and fall for the charms of the dreamlike landscapes, inhabited by rich and uncommon wildlife. In Neko Harbour, a magnificent bay surrounded by mountains and ice, you will perhaps be lucky enough to see seals, whales, leopard seals and gentoo penguins. On Pleneau Island, you ll be amused by the original gait of the gentoo penguins going about their daily lives with a backdrop of magnificent icebergs. Don t miss out on the visit to nearby Port Charcot. Your ship will then head north before arriving on the volcanic Deception Island, which was long an emblematic whaling site. Its sheltered bay also served as a refuge for sailors during heavy storms. $14,380 * pp $15,010 * pp Before you return to Ushuaia, Le Soléal will clear a path through the impressive tabletop icebergs of the Weddell Sea, leaving you with an unforgettable memory of your Antarctic crossing. Deck 6 $15,680 * pp Price includes return group flight Buenos Aires to Ushuaia EMBLEMATIC ANTARCTICA 11 Days Ushuaia return Departing 22 February 2019 Le Boreal SAVE UP TO 20%* Ponant proposes an exceptional expedition cruise into the heart of the Antarctic Peninsula s ice floes. Set sail on an unforgettable 11-day journey aboard Le Boreal and fall for the charms of the dreamlike landscapes, inhabited by rich and uncommon wildlife. In Neko Harbour, a magnificent bay surrounded by mountains and ice, you will perhaps be lucky enough to see seals, whales, leopard seals and gentoo penguins. On Pleneau Island, you ll be amused by the original gait of the gentoo penguins going about their daily lives with a backdrop of magnificent icebergs. Don t miss out on the visit to nearby Port Charcot. Your ship will then head north before arriving on the volcanic Deception Island, which was long an emblematic whaling site. Its sheltered bay also served as a refuge for sailors during heavy storms. $14,380 * pp Before you return to Ushuaia, Le Boreal will clear a path through the impressive tabletop icebergs of the Weddell Sea, leaving you with an unforgettable memory of your Antarctic crossing. $15,010 * pp $24,530 * pp Price includes return group flight Buenos Aires to Ushuaia

3 FROM BRAZIL TO AFRICA SAVE UP TO 25%* 17 Days Rio de Janeiro to Dakar Departing 18 March 2019 L Austral Sailing between two continents, Ponant offers you an itinerary rich in contrasts and cultural blending, to discover UNESCO World Heritage treasures. Aboard L Austral, you will travel Brazil to Senegal in 17 days, combining cultural discoveries and remarkable natural sites. You will come aboard at Rio de Janeiro, the colourful and contrasted cidade maravilhosa. Your ship will then call at Paraty, an historic colonial city on the Gold Route, whose well-preserved architectural treasures have earned it UNESCO World Heritage status. The programme continues with the discovery of two other essential and charming cities in Brazil, Salvador de Bahia and Recife, before you reach the Fernando de Noronha islands, off the Brazilian coast, a natural paradise that is home to thousands of birds and rich underwater wildlife. L Austral will then cross the Atlantic as far as the Bijagos Islands for 3 days of expedition. A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, these sparsely-inhabited islands, there you will discover a variety of landscapes, ranging tropical rainforest to savanna and mangroves, exceptional flora and fauna (including sea turtles) and will meet villagers with a unique culture. This fantastic trip will conclude in Dakar, the bustling capital of Senegal. FROM CANADA TO MEXICO $7,280 * pp $7,460 * pp $10,520 * pp SAVE UP TO 30%* 13 Days Vancouver to Puerto Vallarta Departing 29 September 2019 L Austral Ponant invites you on an exceptional circuit between Canada, the United States and Mexico. During this 13-day cruise aboard L Austral, you will notably have the opportunity to discover the mythical sites of California. First, we will call at Victoria, named after the former queen of the United Kingdom. This tranquil city is reminiscent of England. After two days of sailing, L Austral will reach San Francisco on the West Coast of the United States. From Baker Beach, you can admire spectacular views of the Golden Gate Bridge and headlands. Your ship will then take you to Los Angeles, the city of excess and cinema that no words can fully capture. You will discover the Hollywood Hills, the Walk of Fame, and of course Beverly Hills. You will also discover San Diego, Southern California, where you will be able to gaze out at the stunning Torrey Pines Beach and where you will able to stroll around the historic Gaslamp Quarter. $6,620 * pp $7,000 * pp You will finally set sail for Mexico with a port of call at Cabo San Lucas, a small town that is popular with the stars and famous for its rock formation emerging the ocean, known as Land s End or El Arco. $10,670 * pp Other staterooms available, prices vary.

4 CORDILLERA & ANDEAN SECRETS SAVE UP TO 25%* 13 Days Guayaquil to Valparaiso Departing 6 October 2019 Le Soleal Ponant invites you to discover the ancient Inca Empire and its stunning slumbering citadels. From Guayaquil, set sail aboard the Le Soléal for a 13- day cruise along the coasts of Peru and Chile. Le Soléal will stop at Salaverry, an opportunity to discover the ruins of Chan Chan, the largest adobe citadel of Pre-Colombian America and former capital of the Chimu kingdom. From the port of Callao near Lima, you will be able to visit the ancient city of Cusco, discovered in 1533 by the conquistadors, as well as the famous site of Machu Picchu, the gigantic lost city, an architectural gem listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Arica, the city of eternal spring where the climate is temperate and sunny year round, popular for its beautiful beaches and its sites brimming with history. $6,860 * pp $9,960 * pp You will then visit Iquique and its exceptional historic centre inherited the Gold Rush. Not far, you will find Humberstone, a disused mining town where the buildings now house museums listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Deck 6 $10,230 * pp Other Staterooms available, prices vary POLYNESIA & EASTER ISLAND 14 Days Papeete to Hanga Roa, Easter Island Departing 3 November 2019 Le Boreal SAVE UP TO 25%* Ponant invites you to enjoy an unforgettable experience discovering atypical destinations in the heart of the Pacific. From Papeete to Hanga Roa, you will sail aboard Le Boréal for an exceptional 14-day cruise. The first stop on this trip: Rangiroa, in the Tuamotus. This gigantic atoll with breathtaking underwater scenery is most known for the cultivation of its famous black pearls. Far the major maritime routes, the Gambier Islands are one of Polynesia s most unspoiled destinations. Encircled by a large ring of coral, its multicoloured lagoons are each more beautiful than the next and will offer a breathtaking show. The Le Boréal will make a stop in the small village of Rikitea, where Saint Michael s Cathedral stands proudly, built entirely of coral and wood. Clear waters, abundant flora and endemic fauna you will sail to the Pitcairn Islands, an unspoiled subtropical environment whose capital, Adamstown, resembles a charming small village. Some 3,700 km away the South American continent, you will reach the intriguing Easter Island. You will discover its famous wooden tablets called Rongorongo and the Moai, or walking statues, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. $6,740 * pp $7,120 * pp $10,890 * pp Other Staterooms available, prices vary

5 MAYA TREASURES OF THE YUCATÁN SAVE UP TO 30%* 8 Days Puerto Morelos return Departing 16 November 2019 Le Champlain Ponant brings you a brand new itinerary around the Mexican peninsula of Yucatán. Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Champlain to discover the treasures of the Mayan civilisation. Your first port of call at Seybaplaya will be an opportunity to discover the city of Campeche, established by the conquistadors. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, it has retained its surrounding wall and fortifications. You will then make your way to Dos Bocas, not far the Mayan site of Palenque. This fabulous city, hidden deep in the dense jungle of Chiapas, will reveal to you its incredibly well preserved temples and palaces. Le Champlain will then set sail for Progreso, famous of its immaculate sand beaches, and the gateway to more wonders. First, Mérida, the capital of the state of Yucatán, offers a pleasant mix of colonial architecture and Mayan heritage. Next, the famous ancient city of Uxmal, whose impressive dimensions reveal the former greatness of the Mayan economic and political capital. Lastly, don t miss the chance to discover the Chaak Tun cenote, one of the spectacular sinkholes once regarded by the Maya as passageways to the world of the gods. $3,990 * pp $4,220 * pp $8,560 * pp Other staterooms available, prices vary. ANCIENT CULTURES OF NORTHERN AUSTRALIA AND PAPUA WITH NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC 11 Days Darwin to Cairns Departing 6 December 2019 Le Laperouse In partnership with National Geographic Expeditions. Embark with Ponant aboard Le Lapérouse for an 11-day tropical expedition to discover the traditional cultures of Northern Australia and Papua. During this all new voyage you will have the opportunity to meet and interact with Indigenous people living in remote communities and learn about their customs, traditions, spirituality and art. From Darwin, the capital of the Top End of Australia, you will sail to the Tiwi Islands, home of the Saltwater Tiwi People, renowned for their wooden carvings-particularly of birds which have a special place in Tiwi mythology. Your ship will then continue to sail along the coast of the Northern Territory to reach Elcho Island and Yirrkala. The Yirrkala community is home to several renowned Aboriginal artists recognised for their spectacular traditional bark paintings and whose work. It is also the traditional home of the Yidaki (didgeridoo) with some of the world s finest didgeridoos being made here. Further north into Western New Guinea you will come face-to-face with the legendary Asmat tribes. Here you will learn about their lives and customs in a traditional and authentic village setting. Deck 3 $6,700 * pp $7,090 * pp $7,510 * pp Other staterooms available, prices vary.

6 *Prices are per person in Australian dollars and are correct as at 22 Aug Shipboard Credit offer is applicable to new bookings booked and deposited by 30 September. Offer cannot be applied to existing bookings retrospectively. Offer can be removed at any time without notice. Prices are subject to availability, currency fluctuations, seasonal surcharges. Prices are capacity controlled, promotion can be removed at any time without notice. Prices can change at any time. Prices listed are for select categories and once these categories are sold out surcharges will apply. Cruise taxes are subject to change at any time up until sailing date and may be charged onboard. Ponant reserves the right to apply a fuel supplement surcharge at anytime and can be charged after final payment has been received. An additional pre or post cruise accommodation may be required and is at the passengers own expense. Change and cancellation conditions apply and will be advised at the time of booking. Not included in advertised price: International flights departing Australia (unless otherwise advised), optional spa packages, beverages other than the ones mentioned, laundry services, hair salon and a-la-carte spa treatments, personal expenses, onboard medical consultants and drug prescriptions and gratuities Ponant Bonus Savings up to 30% s included in the advertised prices. Other conditions apply. Lic 2TA003774