1800 121 187 Connect with our cruise experts

The Essentials Of The Caribbean

Ship: Le Bellot   
Departure: Monday, January 19, 2026
Nights: 10 nights
Departs: Santo Domingo
+ Club Members - Bonus EUR200/Suite credit
One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
10
Nights
Days at Sea
2
Sea Days
Ports
10
Ports
Countries Visted
7
Countries
  • Itinerary

    The Essentials Of The Caribbean

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Monday, January 19, 2026 Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic Embark 6:00 PM
    View of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

    Santo Domingo, the most bustling and diverse city in the Caribbean, is the capital of the Dominican Republic, and the oldest city in the Western Hemisphere on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Wander down the cobblestone streets to check out the many examples of 15th and 16th century architecture in the Colonial Zone. These include: the Cathedral that was the first church built in the Americas, the Ozama Fort, and the Italian Renaissance style palace Alcazar de Colon, which were all built during the lifetime of Christopher Columbus. Read more about Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

    2 Tuesday, January 20, 2026 At Sea
    3 Wednesday, January 21, 2026 Jost Van Dyke, Virgin Islands (British) 7:00 AM 2:00 PM
    4 Thursday, January 22, 2026 Les Saintes, Guadeloupe 11:00 AM 7:30 PM
    View of Les Saintes, Guadeloupe

    Îles des Saintes is an archipelago in the French Antilles, a dependency of Guadeloupe, which in turn is an overseas department of France. The large island of Guadeloupe lies 12km to the north. Les Saintes consists of two very mountainous volcanic inhabited islands, Terre-de-Haut Island and Terre-de-Bas Island, with seven other uninhabited islets. Read more about Les Saintes, Guadeloupe

    5 Friday, January 23, 2026 Portsmouth, Great Britain 7:00 AM 9:30 PM
    View of Portsmouth, Great Britain

    The great waterfront city of Portsmouth is located on Portsea Island on the southern coast of England. It is the UK's only island city. Fast becoming Britain’s favourite waterfront destination, it has an irresistible mix of history and heritage, shopping, lively arts as well as great restaurants and bars. Read more about Portsmouth, Great Britain

    6 Saturday, January 24, 2026 Pigeon Island, Saint Lucia 7:00 AM 12:00 PM
    View of Pigeon Island, Saint Lucia

    Pigeon Island is a 40 acre islet with artificial causeway built in 1972 joining it to Gros Islet commune, on the northern tip of the island-country of Saint Lucia. Saint Lucia is part of the Lesser Antilles in the eastern Caribbean Sea. The island as a whole has switched hands between the British and French throughout its existence. Read more about Pigeon Island, Saint Lucia

    6 Saturday, January 24, 2026 Soufrière, Saint Lucia 2:30 PM 9:00 PM
    View of Soufrière, Saint Lucia

    Soufrière is a town on the SW coast of the British colonial island of Saint Lucia, in the West Indies. Soufrière's backdrop of the Pitons – a World Heritage Site comprising two giant volcanic plugs, the sea and inland rainforest provide a picture-perfect setting for a visit to this laid-back and relatively undeveloped town. Considering that its name is French for "sulfur," it should be no surprise to discover the wealth of hot springs and mineral baths. Read more about Soufrière, Saint Lucia

    7 Sunday, January 25, 2026 Tobago Cays, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 7:00 AM 6:00 PM
    8 Monday, January 26, 2026 Mayreau, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 7:00 AM 11:00 PM
    View of Mayreau, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

    Mayreau is the smallest inhabited island of the Grenadines, in the far SE of the Caribbean Sea. It has a population of about 300, centred at the Old Wall village, with its small school, a telecommunications building, and the Mayreau Catholic Church located on a hilltop in the SW of the island. With its picture-postcard beaches, it truly is a secret treasure of peace and tranquillity. Read more about Mayreau, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

    9 Tuesday, January 27, 2026 Bequia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 7:00 AM 11:30 PM
    View of Bequia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

    Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is a country of 32 beautiful Caribbean islands in the idyllic Caribbean, stretching south from Saint Vincent Island to Grenada. Proud of its French and British colonial history, it is now part of the Commonwealth of Nations and the Caribbean Community of 15 nations. Bequia (pronounced "Beck-way”) is blessed with white sandy beaches, coral reefs, and friendly people. Read more about Bequia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

    10 Wednesday, January 28, 2026 Union Island
    11 Thursday, January 29, 2026 Fort-de-France, Martinique 7:00 AM Disembark
    View of Fort-de-France, Martinique

    Martinique is a Caribbean island that is an overseas department of France. It truly is a ‘little bit of France’, and visitors quickly become aware that very little English is spoken. On the other hand, it is intriguing in that it is one of the few islands where the lush countryside reflects the growth of sugar cane and bananas. Read more about Fort-de-France, Martinique

  • Ship

    Le Bellot Overview

    Le Bellot

    MS Le Bellot will be the 5th in a 6-ship series for Ponant Cruises Explorer-class yachts. She joins fleet mates and sisterships Le Laperouse (2018), Le Champlain (2018), Le Bougainville (2019), and Le Dumont-d'Urville (2019), with Le Jacques C artier also to appear in 2020. Named after famous French explorers, these sleek five-star luxury vessels will have the finest equipment for safety and stability.

  • Cabins

    Le Bellot Cabins

    Privilege Suite

    Privilege Suite

    Privilege Suite  on the Le Bellot Privilege Suite  on the Le Bellot

    Cabin Types

    SA, PV6, PV5, PS6, PS5

    Average Cabin Size – 0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Area: 45 msup2;. Capacity: 2 passengers per cabin. 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).

    Deluxe Suite

    Deluxe Suite

    Deluxe Suite on the Le Bellot Deluxe Suite on the Le Bellot

    Cabin Types

    GD6, GD5, DS6, DS5, DS4, DS3

    Average Cabin Size – 0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Area: 45 msup2;. Capacity: up to 2 passengers per cabin. 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).

    Balcony

    Balcony

    Balcony on the Le Bellot Balcony on the Le Bellot

    Cabin Types

    PR6, PR5, PR4, DEL

    Average Cabin Size – 0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Area: 19 msup2;. Capacity: 2 passengers per cabin. 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).

  • Deck Plans

    Le Bellot Deck Plans

    Legend

  • Promotions

    Current Cruise Deals for Le Bellot

    Ponant's All-inclusive offering

    Ponant's All-inclusive offering

    Ponant's All-Inclusive offering:
    • Beverages including select mineral waters, cold drinks, wine, beer, champagne, spirits, coffee & tea
    • Unlimited Wi-Fi
    PLUS
    • Welcome offer up to $80 savings per stateroom for new guests
    • EUR200 per person onboard credit for Clean Cruising Club Members

    Terms & Conditions apply.

    Ponant Clean Cruising Club Offer

    Ponant Clean Cruising Club Offer

    The Ponant Clean Cruising Club Offer

    • Ponant sailings receive EUR200 pp onboard credit
    • Paul Gauguin sailings USD100 pp onboard credit
    • Combinable with all other offers
    Not a member? Call your Clean Cruising Consultant today to join the Club on 1800 121 187

    Terms & Conditions apply.

Cabin Availability

Hold a cabin or view live cabin availability aboard Le Bellot for this sailing

Balcony at the Le Bellot

Balcony

From $8220
Deluxe Suite at the Le Bellot

Deluxe Suite

From $13150
Privilege Suite  at the Le Bellot

Privilege Suite

From $15840

Why us?

  • Large team of cruise experts
  • Highly personalised service
  • Australian owned
  • 20 years in business
  • Family owned & operated
  • Multi-award winning
  • Highest rated booking service in Australia
  • Full service agency
Ciaran O Cearbhallain's profile

Speak to our team about your travel plans or book over the phone today!
1800 121 187

  • The Essentials Of The Caribbean

    Cruiseline: Ponant Cruises Ship: Le Bellot Departure: Monday, January 19, 2026 Nights: 10 nights Departs: Santo Domingo Returns: Fort-de-France

    Your enquiry will be sent to one of our cruise experts.

    They'll be in touch shortly to assist further with your cruise enquiry

Subscribe