Australia’s West Coast Odyssey
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Australia’s West Coast Odyssey

Departure 8 Aug 2026
Duration 10 Nights
Cruise Line PONANT EXPLORATIONS
Ship Le Soléal

Featured Cabins

0800 059 0570

Itinerary

Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia

Date of arrival 8 Aug 2026

The port city of Fremantle is a jewel in Western Australia’s crown, largely because of its colonial architectural heritage and hippy vibe. Freo (as the locals call it) is a city of largely friendly, interesting, and sometimes eccentric residents supportive of busking, street art, and alfresco dining. Like all great port cities, Freo is cosmopolitan, with mariners from all parts of the world strolling the streets—including thousands of U.S. Navy personnel on rest and recreation throughout the year. It’s also a good jumping-off point for a day trip to Rottnest Island, where lovely beaches, rocky coves, and unique wallaby-like inhabitants called quokkas set the scene.Modern Fremantle is a far cry from the barren, sandy plain that greeted the first wave of English settlers back in 1829 at the newly constituted Swan River Colony. Most were city dwellers, and after five months at sea in sailing ships they landed on salt-marsh flats that sorely tested their fortitude. Living in tents with packing cases for chairs, they found no edible crops, and the nearest freshwater was a distant 51 km (32 miles)—and a tortuous trip up the waters of the Swan. As a result they soon moved the settlement upriver to the vicinity of present-day Perth.Fremantle remained the principal port, and many attractive limestone buildings were built to service the port traders. Australia’s 1987 defense of the America’s Cup—held in waters off Fremantle—triggered a major restoration of the colonial streetscapes. In the leafy suburbs nearly every other house is a restored 19th-century gem.

Fremantle, Western Australia

Abrolhos Islands, Western Australia, Australia

Date of arrival 9 Aug 2026

No additional details available for this day.

Abrolhos Islands, Western Australia, Australia

Date of arrival 10 Aug 2026

No additional details available for this day.

Cape Peron, Rockingham, Western Australia, Australia

Date of arrival 11 Aug 2026

No additional details available for this day.

Cape Peron, Rockingham, Western Australia, Australia

Date of arrival 12 Aug 2026

No additional details available for this day.

Ningaloo, Western Australia, Australia

Date of arrival 13 Aug 2026
Ningaloo, Western Australia

Ningaloo, Western Australia, Australia

Date of arrival 14 Aug 2026
Ningaloo, Western Australia
Day 1

Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia

Date of arrival 8 Aug 2026

The port city of Fremantle is a jewel in Western Australia’s crown, largely because of its colonial architectural heritage and hippy vibe. Freo (as the locals call it) is a city of largely friendly, interesting, and sometimes eccentric residents supportive of busking, street art, and alfresco dining. Like all great port cities, Freo is cosmopolitan, with mariners from all parts of the world strolling the streets—including thousands of U.S. Navy personnel on rest and recreation throughout the year. It’s also a good jumping-off point for a day trip to Rottnest Island, where lovely beaches, rocky coves, and unique wallaby-like inhabitants called quokkas set the scene.Modern Fremantle is a far cry from the barren, sandy plain that greeted the first wave of English settlers back in 1829 at the newly constituted Swan River Colony. Most were city dwellers, and after five months at sea in sailing ships they landed on salt-marsh flats that sorely tested their fortitude. Living in tents with packing cases for chairs, they found no edible crops, and the nearest freshwater was a distant 51 km (32 miles)—and a tortuous trip up the waters of the Swan. As a result they soon moved the settlement upriver to the vicinity of present-day Perth.Fremantle remained the principal port, and many attractive limestone buildings were built to service the port traders. Australia’s 1987 defense of the America’s Cup—held in waters off Fremantle—triggered a major restoration of the colonial streetscapes. In the leafy suburbs nearly every other house is a restored 19th-century gem.

Fremantle, Western Australia
Day 2

Abrolhos Islands, Western Australia, Australia

Date of arrival 9 Aug 2026

No additional details available for this day.

Day 3

Abrolhos Islands, Western Australia, Australia

Date of arrival 10 Aug 2026

No additional details available for this day.

Day 4

Cape Peron, Rockingham, Western Australia, Australia

Date of arrival 11 Aug 2026

No additional details available for this day.

Day 5

Cape Peron, Rockingham, Western Australia, Australia

Date of arrival 12 Aug 2026

No additional details available for this day.

Day 6

Ningaloo, Western Australia, Australia

Date of arrival 13 Aug 2026
Ningaloo, Western Australia
Day 7

Ningaloo, Western Australia, Australia

Date of arrival 14 Aug 2026
Ningaloo, Western Australia

Montebello Islands, Western Australia, Australia

Date of arrival 15 Aug 2026

No additional details available for this day.

Dampier, Western Australia, Australia

Date of arrival 16 Aug 2026

No additional details available for this day.

At Sea

Date of arrival 17 Aug 2026

No additional details available for this day.

Broome, Western Australia, Australia

Date of arrival 18 Aug 2026

Broome, a coastal town in Western Australia, is famous for its stunning beaches, rich history, and vibrant culture. Located on the Indian Ocean, it boasts Cable Beach, known for its white sand, turquoise waters, and iconic camel rides at sunset. Once a pearling hub, Broome retains its multicultural heritage, reflected in its cuisine and architecture. The town is also the gateway to the Kimberley region, offering breathtaking landscapes and unique natural attractions like the Staircase to the Moon. With warm weather year-round and a laid-back atmosphere, Broome is a perfect destination for adventure, relaxation, and cultural experiences.

Day 8

Montebello Islands, Western Australia, Australia

Date of arrival 15 Aug 2026

No additional details available for this day.

Day 9

Dampier, Western Australia, Australia

Date of arrival 16 Aug 2026

No additional details available for this day.

Day 10

At Sea

Date of arrival 17 Aug 2026

No additional details available for this day.

Day 11

Broome, Western Australia, Australia

Date of arrival 18 Aug 2026

Broome, a coastal town in Western Australia, is famous for its stunning beaches, rich history, and vibrant culture. Located on the Indian Ocean, it boasts Cable Beach, known for its white sand, turquoise waters, and iconic camel rides at sunset. Once a pearling hub, Broome retains its multicultural heritage, reflected in its cuisine and architecture. The town is also the gateway to the Kimberley region, offering breathtaking landscapes and unique natural attractions like the Staircase to the Moon. With warm weather year-round and a laid-back atmosphere, Broome is a perfect destination for adventure, relaxation, and cultural experiences.

Cabin Options

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Window or Porthole Stateroom

Welcome to the Window or Porthole Stateroom aboard the Le Soléal from PONANT EXPLORATIONS, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 3 persons
Size 226ft² (21m²)
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Upper Decks Balcony Stateroom

Welcome to the Upper Decks Balcony Stateroom aboard the Le Soléal from PONANT EXPLORATIONS, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 193ft² (18m²)
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Prestige Suite

Welcome to the Prestige Suite aboard the Le Soléal from PONANT EXPLORATIONS, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Suite
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 398ft² (37m²)
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Owner's Suite

Welcome to the Owner's Suite aboard the Le Soléal from PONANT EXPLORATIONS, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Suite
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 484ft² (45m²)
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Deluxe Suite

Welcome to the Deluxe Suite aboard the Le Soléal from PONANT EXPLORATIONS, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Suite
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 290ft² (27m²)
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Lower Deck Balcony Stateroom

Welcome to the Lower Deck Balcony Stateroom aboard the Le Soléal from PONANT EXPLORATIONS, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 193ft² (18m²)

Ship Facilities

Dining
Enrichment
Entertainment
Health & Fitness

About the Ship

Designed in 2013, Le Soléal combines French elegance with cutting-edge technologies to explore the world in comfort and style.

Le soléal

Le soléal Information

Launched 2013
Length 466 ft (142m)
Guest Capacity 264
Cabins 132
Crew Members 145

Deck Plans

Deck 2

  • Gastronomic Restaurant
  • Marina

Deck 3

  • Main Lounge
  • Bar 
  • Shop
  • Excursion Desk
  • Reception Desk
  • Medical Centre
  • Lower Deck Balcony Stateroom
  • Window or Porthole Stateroom

Deck 4

  • Theatre
  • Upper Decks Balcony Stateroom
  • Accessible Suite

Deck 5

  • Fitness Suite
  • Hair Salon
  • Spa
  • Studio PONANT 
  • Bridge
  • Prestige Suite
  • Upper Decks Balcony Stateroom
  • Accessible Suite

Deck 6

  • Pool
  • Grill
  • Bar
  • Library 
  • Observation Lounge
  • Panoramic Terrace
  • Owner’s Suite
  • Deluxe Suite
  • Prestige Suite
  • Upper Decks Balcony Stateroom 

Deck 7

  • Pool Bar

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