The Hidden Treasures of the Philippines and Borneo

📅 Friday, November 5, 2027 🏁 Wednesday, November 17, 2027 🌙 12 Nights Manila 🚢 Le Soléal
Suite $19,420 per person
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Route Map

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1
Manila Philippines Wander through centuries of Spanish colonial architecture and vibrant street markets in the historic walled city of Intramuros.
Arrive 2027-11-05 00:00:00 Depart 2027-11-05 18:30:00
Day 2
Corregidor Island Philippines Explore haunting World War II tunnels and gun batteries carved into the rocky fortress where history shaped the Pacific theater.
Arrive 2027-11-06 00:00:00 Depart 2027-11-06 13:00:00
Day 3
Coron Island Philippines Dive into crystalline lagoons surrounded by limestone cliffs and explore sunken Japanese warships frozen in time beneath turquoise waters.
Arrive 2027-11-07 08:30:00 Depart 2027-11-07 18:00:00
Day 4
🌊 At Sea
Day 5
🌊 At Sea
Day 6
Puerto Princesa, Palawan Philippines Paddle through an underground river beneath towering limestone cliffs in one of the world's most magnificent natural wonders.
Arrive 2027-11-10 06:00:00 Depart 2027-11-10 17:00:00
Day 7
Balabac, Palawan Philippines Dive into pristine turquoise waters to discover untouched coral gardens and rare marine life in one of Asia's most remote island paradises.
Arrive 2027-11-11 07:00:00 Depart 2027-11-11 17:00:00
Day 8
🌊 At Sea
Day 9
Muara Brunei Darussalam Glide through pristine rainforest rivers and encounter exotic wildlife in one of Southeast Asia's most untouched natural treasures.
Arrive 2027-11-13 06:45:00 Depart 2027-11-13 13:30:00
Day 10
Bintulu, Sarawak Malaysia Glide through pristine rainforest rivers spotting endangered proboscis monkeys and exotic wildlife in their natural habitat.
Arrive 2027-11-14 07:30:00 Depart 2027-11-14 13:00:00
Day 11
Kuching, Sarawak Malaysia Encounter endangered orangutans in their natural rainforest habitat at the renowned Semenggoh Wildlife Centre.
Arrive 2027-11-15 07:00:00 Depart 2027-11-15 19:00:00
Day 12
🌊 At Sea
Day 13
Singapore Singapore Explore the futuristic Gardens by the Bay with its iconic Supertrees and immerse yourself in Singapore's blend of ultramodern innovation and rich cultural heritage.
Arrive 2027-11-17 07:00:00

About This Cruise

<p>Set off to explore the cultural and natural treasures of the Philippines, Brunei and Malaysia’s Sarawak region during an odyssey along the South China Sea. From Corregidor in Manila Bay, you will be immersed in a captivating history where the echoes of a colonial past and the battles of the Second World War still resonate. Throughout this journey, you will encounter a majestic natural world revealing the striking beauty of its wonders. Along these sun-drenched shores, the Puerto Princesa subterranean river flows through karst caves, the rich marine biodiversity of Coron invites discovery, while the beaches of the Balabac Islands stretch out under a gentle breeze, and abundant life flourishes in the lush mangroves of Brunei. Then, in Malaysia, fall under the spell of Kuching, the elegant capital of Sarawak, with its historic façades and lively markets, before the floating cities of Borneo reveal their heritage.</p>
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From $7,960 per person 12 nights on Le Soléal with PONANT EXPLORATIONS
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