--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 10c8cb4e-9c78-404a-a311-c32d0ccb855a slug: 2201362 voyage_code: EC050926 cruise_line: Ponant ship: Le Champlain departure_date: return_date: nights: 9 embarkation_port: London (United Kingdom) disembarkation_port: Lisbon, Portugal starting_price_usd: None bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T00:14:37Z --- # London to Lisbon: Cruising Europe's Western Shores > Ponant · Le Champlain · Sep 5 – 14   (9 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Ponant | | **Ship** | Le Champlain | | **Duration** | 9 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | London (United Kingdom) | | **Disembarkation Port** | Lisbon, Portugal | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | EC050926 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: London (United Kingdom) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The main residence of the British monarch, financial hub and seat of British government, London is the economic and cultural heart of the country. A city of contrasts, attached to its traditions while buzzing with modernity, the capital of the United Kingdom has countless historic districts and notable sites to explore. From Hyde Park to the City through Westminster and Trafalgar Square, get ready to take on Londonﾒs frenetic tempo. In between a visit to the National Gallery, a stroll through ... ### Day 2: London (United Kingdom) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The main residence of the British monarch, financial hub and seat of British government, London is the economic and cultural heart of the country. A city of contrasts, attached to its traditions while buzzing with modernity, the capital of the United Kingdom has countless historic districts and notable sites to explore. From Hyde Park to the City through Westminster and Trafalgar Square, get ready to take on Londonﾒs frenetic tempo. In between a visit to the National Gallery, a stroll through ... ### Day 2: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 3: Caen, France **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Caen is a port city and capital of Calvados department in northern France's Normandy region. Its center features the Château de Caen, a circa-1060 castle built by William the Conqueror. It stands on a hill flanked by the Romanesque abbeys of Saint-Étienne and Sainte-Trinité, which both date from the same period. The multimedia Mémorial museum is devoted to World War II, the 1944 Battle of Normandy and the Cold War. ### Day 4: Saint Malo **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The mere mention of Saint-Malo’s name is enough to plunge us back into the richness of its past. The fortifications stand as testimony to the Malouins’ determination to defend their citadel, fought over by France and Britain in turn. When we drop anchor here, immerse yourself in the diversity of its heritage: the time when privateers sailed the oceans in search of trade and victories; the legendary yacht races the port city is still famous for, such as the Route du Rhum; and the final restin... ### Day 5: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 6: Bilbao (Spain) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Bilbao, an industrial port city in northern Spain, is surrounded by green mountains. It’s the de facto capital of Basque Country, with a skyscraper-filled downtown. It’s famed for the Frank Gehry–designed Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, which sparked revitalization when it opened in 1997. ### Day 7: La Coruna, Spain **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM La Coruña stands on a peninsula in north-west Spain. As you enter the harbour, you can see the imposing Castillo de San Antón, which houses archaeological collections from Galicia. In the old town, you’ll travel back in time as you meander through the streets from the medieval church of Santiago to the contemporary Domus building, a museum dedicated to human biology and psychology. Brightly coloured tramways connect to the waterfront, on one side, Riazor beach, and on the other, the Hercule... ### Day 8: Vigo **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Vigo is a city on Spain’s northwest coast. The mouth of the nearby Vigo Estuary is sheltered by the Cíes Islands, which form part of the Atlantic Islands National Park. The Cíes are known for their rich birdlife and crescent-shaped Rodas Beach. The city’s old quarter is home to the neoclassical Church of Santa María. The Castro de Vigo archaeological site has reconstructed ancient dwellings. ### Day 8: Santiago de Compostela **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 9: Leixoes, Porto, Portugal **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Located at the mouth of the Douro River, the port of Leixões lies less than 10 kilometres from Porto. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the historic centre of Porto is worth a visit for its famous Ribeira district, the metallic silhouette of the Dom-Luis bridge looming over its ancient houses, its richly decorated Baroque churches and its national Soares dos Reis museum. The São Bento station is also interesting for its typically Portuguese decoration, using Azulejos, blue square ceramic tiles dec... ### Day 10: Lisbon, Portugal **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Portugal’s capital city located on the banks of the Tagus, only a few kilometres from the Atlantic coast, is a city of exceptionally rich cultural diversity. At the mouth of the river harbour, impose two UNESCO World Heritage monuments, Jeronimos monastery and Belem tower. The Alfama hillside is also worth visiting: known for its fado bars and its Moorish streets, this district is the oldest one of the city and one of the most typical. Not far from there, Chiado’s elegant streets are home to... ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Pricing | Contact for latest fares | ## Cabin Options ### Balcony Cabins **Prestige stateroom Deck 5** (Code: 2) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A lounge with convertible sofa to a... **Deluxe Stateroom** (Code: D) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A bathroom with shower A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs A glazed panoramic swing door and rectangular window **Prestige stateroom Deck 6** (Code: 3) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) One chaise longue A bathroom with shower A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs A panoramic sliding bay window ### Suite Cabins **Privilege Suite Deck 6** (Code: 9) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation) Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival Butler service An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two sing... **Deluxe Suite Deck 6** (Code: 7) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm) A bathroom with shower A private 6 m² balcony with two armchairs A panoramic sli... **Deluxe Suite Deck 5** (Code: 6) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm) A bathroom with shower A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs A panoramic sli... **Privilege Suite Deck 5** (Code: 8) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation) Butler service One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A lounge corner with chaise longue and armchair A bathroom with shower A private 8 m² b... **Owner's Suite** (Code: OS) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Private return transfer Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation) Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival Butler service An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day A lounge with armcha... **Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6** (Code: 13) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation) Butler service An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day A bedroom with one king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A l... **Prestige Suite Deck 5** (Code: 10) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) One chaise longue A bathroom with shower A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs A panoramic sliding bay window or panoramic swing door **Prestige Suite Deck 6** (Code: 11) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation) Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival Butler service An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) ... **Deluxe Suite Deck 3** (Code: 4) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm) A bathroom with shower A private 6 m² balcony with two armchairs A glazed panoramic swing door and panoramic window ## Ship Information ### Le Champlain Featuring innovative and environmentally-friendly equipment, elegantly designed cabins, spacious suites with large windows, and lounge areas that open onto the outside, this new limited-capacity yacht boasting just 92 cabins and suites will offer you a truly unique cruising experience. As the first ship in a new series that remains true to the Ponant spirit, Le Champlain will embody the unique atmosphere that is the cruise line’s hallmark: a subtle blend of refinement, intimacy and comfort. Aboard this ship that flies the French flag, you will experience the incomparable pleasure of an intimate cruise, with the possibility of exploring an ever-increasing range of destinations in an ethnic-chic ambiance with 5-star service. Experience a luxurious setting where the accent is on authenticity and passion for travel. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 0 | | Crew | 0 | | Gross Tonnage | 0.0 | | Length | 0.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 0 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Technology - **The hydraulic platform**: Much easier onboard access than on any other cruise ship Easier disembarking and embarking by Zodiac when participating in expeditions Swimming and ba... - **Reception**: A 140 m² (1,500 ft²) space A reception/concierge service The excursions desk The onboard administrative services The sales office operated by our Cust... - **The PONANT App**: After booking your cruise, download the PONANT app from the Apple Store or Google Play. It will support you throughout your voyage. Before your cruise... - **Departure alert for excursions or trips**: Because we want your activities to go smoothly, your cruise director alerts you before departure for any excursions you have booked if you are on a Ya... - **On board**: Want to stay on board to enjoy a moment of relaxation? - Attend a talk given by one of our prestigious guests of honour. - Book a massage or treatment... ### Relaxation - **The main lounge**: A 200 m² (2,150 ft²) main lounge Able to accommodate all our passengers at once for moments of shared conviviality, and as a venue for both daytime an... - **The panoramic lounge**: Library, internet space, bar, and live entertainment on certain evenings Direct access to the panoramic terrace - **Wellness area**: Spa in partnership with SOTHYS™: massage and treatment cubicles, beauty care cubicle KÉRASTASE / L’Oréal Paris hair salon Free access sauna(open durin... ### Food and Drink - **gastronomic restaurant**: Towards the rear of deck 4 you'll find a panoramic restaurant large enough to accommodate all our passengers at one sitting. Offering a different conc... - **A gourmet dinner**: Your late afternoon continues in front of a beautiful sunset to the sound of beautiful melodies played on the piano, with an aperitif. Every day, disc... - **Grill Restaurant**: An exterior grill restaurant on deck 3 offering a relaxed ambiance and atmosphere: Capacity: 70 Views out over the pool deck Grilled meats and a vari... - **An afternoon snack**: Around 4 p.m., after having enjoyed a few sweet treats with cold or hot drinks accompanied by music in the Grand salon, it's time to get ready for din... - **Breakfast**: Get off to a good start every day on board. - Hot drinks and pastries are served from 6:30 to 10:30 for early risers and late risers. - Enjoy your bre... ### Entertainment - **The theatre**: 188-seat capacity Cutting edge audio and lighting technology LED stage background wall enabling the projection of ultra-high resolution media - **The pool deck**: A swimming pool offering panoramic views and equipped with a counter-current system A pleasant, attractive sun deck An exterior bar and lounge equippe... - **The Blue Eye**: An underwater lounge Enough room for 40 passengers - **The Blue Eye**: An underwater lounge Enough room for 40 passengers - **An evening of entertainment**: Your evening follows on with entertainment in the Grand Salon or the Theatre. Enjoy an evening dancing, a classical concert, a show performed by our p... ## Ports of Call ### London (United Kingdom) *Coordinates: 51.5074, -0.127758* The main residence of the British monarch, financial hub and seat of British government, London is the economic and cultural heart of the country. A city of contrasts, attached to its traditions while buzzing with modernity, the capital of the United Kingdom has countless historic districts and notable sites to explore. From Hyde Park to the City through Westminster and Trafalgar Square, get ready... ### Caen, France *Coordinates: 49.1847, -0.36027* Caen is a port city and capital of Calvados department in northern France's Normandy region. Its center features the Château de Caen, a circa-1060 castle built by William the Conqueror. It stands on a hill flanked by the Romanesque abbeys of Saint-Étienne and Sainte-Trinité, which both date from the same period. The multimedia Mémorial museum is devoted to World War II, the 1944 Battle of Norm... ### Saint Malo *Coordinates: 48.6482, -2.02609* The mere mention of Saint-Malo’s name is enough to plunge us back into the richness of its past. The fortifications stand as testimony to the Malouins’ determination to defend their citadel, fought over by France and Britain in turn. When we drop anchor here, immerse yourself in the diversity of its heritage: the time when privateers sailed the oceans in search of trade and victories; the lege... ### Bilbao (Spain) *Coordinates: 43.257, -2.92344* Bilbao, an industrial port city in northern Spain, is surrounded by green mountains. It’s the de facto capital of Basque Country, with a skyscraper-filled downtown. It’s famed for the Frank Gehry–designed Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, which sparked revitalization when it opened in 1997. ### La Coruna, Spain *Coordinates: 43.3715, -8.39597* La Coruña stands on a peninsula in north-west Spain. As you enter the harbour, you can see the imposing Castillo de San Antón, which houses archaeological collections from Galicia. In the old town, you’ll travel back in time as you meander through the streets from the medieval church of Santiago to the contemporary Domus building, a museum dedicated to human biology and psychology. Brightly c... ### Vigo *Coordinates: 42.2314, -8.71245* Vigo is a city on Spain’s northwest coast. The mouth of the nearby Vigo Estuary is sheltered by the Cíes Islands, which form part of the Atlantic Islands National Park. The Cíes are known for their rich birdlife and crescent-shaped Rodas Beach. The city’s old quarter is home to the neoclassical Church of Santa María. The Castro de Vigo archaeological site has reconstructed ancient dwellings... ### Santiago de Compostela *Coordinates: 42.8804, -8.5463* ### Leixoes, Porto, Portugal *Coordinates: 41.1833, -8.7* Located at the mouth of the Douro River, the port of Leixões lies less than 10 kilometres from Porto. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the historic centre of Porto is worth a visit for its famous Ribeira district, the metallic silhouette of the Dom-Luis bridge looming over its ancient houses, its richly decorated Baroque churches and its national Soares dos Reis museum. The São Bento station is als... ### Lisbon, Portugal *Coordinates: 38.7223, -9.13934* Portugal’s capital city located on the banks of the Tagus, only a few kilometres from the Atlantic coast, is a city of exceptionally rich cultural diversity. At the mouth of the river harbour, impose two UNESCO World Heritage monuments, Jeronimos monastery and Belem tower. The Alfama hillside is also worth visiting: known for its fado bars and its Moorish streets, this district is the oldest one... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2201362 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2201362 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2201362.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2201362/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/ponant/le-champlain/other/45391.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 00:14:37 UTC