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Le Jacques Cartier, 14 Night Coastal Vietnam by Sea: Singapore to Hong Kong – with Smithsonian Journeys ex Singapore to Hong Kong
Cruise Le Jacques Cartier, 14 Night Coastal Vietnam by Sea: Singapore to Hong Kong – with Smithsonian Journeys ex Singapore to Hong Kong
Cruise Line Ponant
Ship Le Jacques Cartier
Destination Asia
Brief Description 14 Night Cruise sailing from Singapore onboard Le Jacques Cartier
Type of Cruise Luxury
Departure Date 08 Feb 2026
Cruise Description In alliance with Smithsonian Journeys.

This cruise is part of a collection of PONANT voyages that are specially-tailored for English-speaking travelers who want to engage with the world. In addition to the usual elements of the PONANT experience, the listed price for these voyages includes transfers to and from the ship, talks and discussions aboard ship by world class experts, and a shore excursion or activity in each port of call that encourages guests to embrace the sights, sounds, tastes, and smells of the local environment and culture.

For most of its existence, Vietnam has lived in the shadow of China or been subject to Western domination, first by the French and then by the Americans. But since the 1980s, it has emerged as a growing economy, striving to become one of the economic tigers of Southeast Asia. This 15-day voyage from Singapore to Hong Kong invites you to experience the many sides of Vietnam, from the ancient civilizations of Cham and Khmer, through Chinese influence and French colonialism, to the present day.

Sailing from Singapore through the South China Sea, your first port of call after a day and a half at sea is in the Côn Đảo Islands, located about 60 miles off the southern coast of Vietnam. Once known primarily as home to the "Tiger Cells," one of the most brutal prisons in history, it is now visited for its picturesque fishing villages overlooking a sparkling sea. You may choose to focus on the island's history on a tour that includes a historical museum, the prison, and a visit to the local market, or you may explore the islands' natural beauty on a hike in the highlands.

A morning of cruising brings you to Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon), where your ship will dock for two nights, making it possible to experience a variety of aspects of this fascinating city. Focus on the city's history, both ancient and modern, in visits to the History Museum, the War Museum, the Củ Chi Tunnels, and the Reunification Palace. Experience the city's cultural diversity in visits to temples, in a trip to Chinatown's open-air market, or in an evening performance of Vietnamese dance and song. Or enjoy sampling the regional cuisine—on a cruise of the Mekong Delta followed by lunch in a colonial villa, or in a cooking class in the Ho Chi Minh Agricultural Villages.

A day of cruising along the Saigon River and then along Vietnam's southern coast brings you to Nha Trang, one of the country's most popular resorts, with beautiful long beaches backed by palm trees and promenades. It is also a center of craftsmanship, where you can see rice paper being made and spend time in the Troung Son Handicraft village, where artisans demonstrate their skills in rattan weaving, calligraphy, sand painting, and more.

Your next port of call, Da Nang, serves as an introduction to the ancient Cham civilization and to Hội An, an old trading port that blends indigenous and foreign (primarily Chinese) influences. Visit the Cham Museum and the ruins of ancient Hindu temples at My Son; travel to the countryside and experience a day of tending garden, cooking lunch, and mask-making; or visit the UNESCO Heritage Site of Hội An, perhaps enjoying a dinner ashore after sunset, when this fascinating town is lit almost entirely by lanterns.

Chan May, the lovely bay just around the peninsula from Da Nang, is your gateway to the imperial capital of Hue, the seat of power of the Nguyen dynasty that ruled much of Vietnam from the early 19th century until World War II. Exploration of this UNESCO Heritage Site will tour the Royal Citadel, similar in plan to the Forbidden City in Beijing, and the magnificent tombs of the emperors on the outskirts of the city. You may also visit either the seven-tiered tower of the Heavenly Lady Pagoda overlooking the Perfume River or the garden house and temple built to honor Princess Ngọc Sơn.

After a day at sea, arrive in the World Heritage site of Hạ Long Bay, a series of rocky pitons emerging from the sea, surrounded by mountains with mysterious caverns. From here, you may choose to travel to Vietnam's bustling capital of Hanoi, where a guided tour includes visits to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the Hoa Lo Prison ("Hanoi Hilton"), the Ngọc Sơn Pagoda, and the Old Quarter. You may choose a day of tranquility at Yen Tu Mountain, site of a Buddhist monastery where you can practice Tai Chi, enjoy a vegetarian lunch, and join a meditation class with a monk. Or, you may decide to explore Ha Long Bay itself on a cruise aboard a local boat.

Your final port of call is the amazingly vibrant city of Hong Kong, where excursions introduce you to the food markets of the city or to places you can purchase birds' nests, ginseng, and other herbal medicines. Or you may opt for a panoramic coach tour that includes views over the city from Victoria Peak.
Sailing Dates
08 Feb 2026
Category Single Twin Triple Quad
DEL AU $20,620 AU $16,260 ‐ ‐
PR4 AU $22,830 AU $17,960 ‐ ‐
PR5 AU $23,930 AU $18,810 ‐ ‐
PR6 AU $25,260 AU $19,830 ‐ ‐
DS3 AU $34,990 AU $27,320 AU $1,750 ‐
DS4 AU $34,990 AU $27,320 AU $1,750 ‐
DS5 AU $34,990 AU $27,320 AU $1,750 ‐
DS6 AU $34,990 AU $27,320 AU $1,750 ‐
PS5 AU $47,140 AU $36,670 AU $1,750 ‐
PS6 AU $49,570 AU $38,540 AU $1,750 ‐
PV5 AU $52,000 AU $40,410 AU $1,750 ‐
PV6 AU $52,000 AU $40,410 AU $1,750 ‐
GD6 AU $57,090 AU $44,320 AU $1,750 ‐
Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
8 Feb 2026 Singapore 6:00 PM
9 Feb 2026 At Sea    
10 Feb 2026 Con Dao Island, Vietnam 12:00 PM 7:00 PM
11 Feb 2026 Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam 2:00 PM 11:00 PM
12 Feb 2026 Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam
13 Feb 2026 River Cruising
14 Feb 2026 Nha Trang, Vietnam 7:30 AM 6:30 PM
15 Feb 2026 At Sea    
16 Feb 2026 Da Nang (Hue), Vietnam 7:00 AM 6:00 PM
17 Feb 2026 Chan May (Hue), Vietnam 11:00 PM
18 Feb 2026 At Sea    
19 Feb 2026 Halong Bay, Vietnam 6:00 AM 6:00 PM
20 Feb 2026 At Sea    
21 Feb 2026 Hong Kong 1:30 PM
22 Feb 2026 Hong Kong 6:00 PM
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

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