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Steaming landscape of the Kuril Islands.

The Kuril Archipelago

Example 16 Day Cruise aboard L'Austral
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Embark on the Le Soleal for an amazing and unique 16-day cruise across the Kuril Archipelago! The Kuril Islands in the waters of the North Pacific stretch over a thousand kilometers across the Bering Sea between Russia and Japan. Discover the origins of the world, a part of our planet that is still unknown to most, where Ocean and Fire have fashioned a wild, free and almost forgotten paradise.
A herd of arctic caribou feed through the snow.Traveler photographing a rift lake in Russia.Arctic northern lights on a small ship cruiseA cluster of multicolored matryoshka dolls.Steaming landscape of the Kuril Islands.
Highlights
  • Enjoy outings and landings in Zodiac dinghies with Naturalist-Guides
  • Marvel at volcanoes, alpine landscapes, black sand beaches, lakes & craters
  • View sea otters, porpoises, seals, walruses, foxes, bears, reindeer & more
  • Encounter Chukchi people
Places Visited
Activity Level: Relaxed
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
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Full Itinerary

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Day 1: Embark in Petropavlovsk, Russia

Fly on a private flight from Seoul to Petropavlovsk, Russia. Embark in the late afternoon/earlyevening.

Day 2: Petropavlovsk

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
*Additional excursions to Avacha Volcano by ATV, A Dacha, and to local lore and vulcanology museums may be available on this day.

Day 3: Atlasova

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Port details pending.

Day 4: Shumshu

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Port details pending.

Day 5: Paramushir

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Port details pending.

Day 6: Onekotan

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Port details pending.

Day 7: Shiashikotani|Lovushki

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Port details pending.

Day 8: Matua

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Located in the center of the archipelago, Matua Island is one of extreme wilderness and tranquil settings.

Day 9: Yanchicha |Shimushir

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Port details pending.

Day 10: Chirpoy

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Port details pending.

Day 11: Tulenyi

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Port details pending.

Day 12: Korsakov

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Port details pending.

Day 13: Otaru, Japan

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
*An additional excursion to Sapporo and Otaru (Hokkaido, Aoyama Village, Tanaka Sake Brewery) may be available on this day.

Day 14: At Sea

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

Day 15: Kanazawa, Japan

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
*Additional excursions to explore the traditions and crafts of Kanazawa and to attend a Japanese tea ceremony may be available on this day.

Day 16: Disembark in Kanazawa, Japan

  • 1 Breakfast
Disembark in Kanazawa after breakfast.

Ship/Hotel

L'Austral

Enjoy a gourmet meal at the Gastronomic Restaurant.
Stunning views from the bar and lounge
Relax on the sun deck.

Dates & Prices

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Per person starting at
$10,340
Superior Stateroom
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Superior Stateroom
8 cabins, 226 sq ft, located on Le Champollion Deck. A/C, king or twin beds, seating area and private bath.
Deluxe Stateroom
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Deluxe Stateroom
28 cabins, 200 sq ft with private balcony. A/C, king or twin beds, seating area, private bath.
Prestige Stateroom
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Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4
200 sq ft with 43 sq ft private balcony. A/C, king or twin beds, seating area, private bath.
Prestige Stateroom
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Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5
200 sq ft with 43 sq ft private balcony. A/C, king or twin beds, seating area, private bath.
Prestige Stateroom
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Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6
200 sq ft with 43 sq ft private balcony. A/C, king or twin beds, seating area, private bath.
Deluxe Suite
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Deluxe Suite
3 suites, 290 sq ft with 54 sq ft private balcony, located on the Le France Deck. A/C, king or twin beds, seating area, desk, minibar, private bath.
Prestige Suite
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Prestige Suite - Deck 5
398 sq ft with 86 sq ft private balcony. A/C, king or twin beds, communicating cabins available. Separate living area, private bath.
Prestige Suite
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Prestige Suite - Deck 6
398 sq ft with 86 sq ft private balcony. A/C, king or twin beds, communicating cabins available. Separate living area, private bath.
Owner's Suite
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Owners Suite
484 sq ft with 97 sq ft private balcony. A/C, king or twin beds, communicating cabins available. Separate living, dining areas, private bath with large tub and shower, minibar, 2 flat screen TVs, DVD, CD, and IPOD, Video on demand, Satellite phone

Notes

Please note:
Fares are based on double occupancy and are capacity controlled. Rates may increase at any time as the ship sells out and subject to change without notice.
Included
  • 15 Breakfasts, 14 Lunches, 15 Dinners

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