From the English Channel to the Irish Sea
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L'Austral
19 May '26Cruise overview
PONANT invites you on a cruise from Normandy to the British shores via mythical Cornwall and the Irish coast. This 9-day interlude will take you to the heart of lush green countryside, authentic ports, and historic cities.
From the charming port of the Norman city of Honfleur, L’Austral will set a course northward, in the mythical waters of the English Channel, to reach the Isle of Portland. Succumb to the charms of this limestone-rich island covered in lush vegetation. Here, serenity and a gentle way of life reign.
Next, you will sail to legendary Cornwall. In Fowey, you will marvel at Mother Nature’s masterpieces. There, you will discover a spellbinding environment of majestic cliffs and vast natural spaces, conducive to escape and tranquillity. Your ship will then sail towards the Isles of Scilly, a strange little archipelago whose landscapes seem to have come straight out of Enid Blyton’s famous story, The Rockingdown Mystery. Here, long sandy beaches lie alongside green fields, while ruins of old castles stand proud on hilltops.
L’Austral will leave England for Ireland, where you will discover the charming Kinsale Harbour, at the estuary of the River Bandon. Back in England, you will call at Fishguard. This small coastal town, sitting between two hills, was once a Viking trading post.
After calling at Warrenpoint, a charming small town nestling in an exceptional natural environment, you will reach Portrush. From here, you will have the possibility of visiting the legendary Giant’s Causeway, a gigantic geological formation listed with UNESCO.
For its grand finale, this trip draws to an end in Glasgow, Scotland’s biggest city, known for its convivial and authentic atmosphere.
Itinerary
Honfleur
Honfleur, the most picturesque of the Côte Fleurie’s seaside towns, is a time-burnished place with a surplus of half-timber houses and cobbled streets that are lined with a stunning selection of stylish boutiques. Much of its Renaissance architecture remains intact—especially around the 17th-century Vieux Bassin harbor, where the water is fronted on one side by two-story stone houses with low, sloping roofs and on the other by tall slate-topped houses with wooden facades. Maritime expeditions (including some of the first voyages to Canada) departed from here; later, Impressionists were inspired to capture it on canvas. But the town as a whole has become increasingly crowded since the Pont de Normandie opened in 1995. Providing a direct link with Upper Normandy, the world’s sixth-largest cable-stayed bridge is supported by two concrete pylons taller than the Eiffel Tower and designed to resist winds of 257 kph (160 mph).
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Isle of Portland
Fowey
Saint Mary's, Isles of Scilly
Kinsale
Fishguard
Warrenpoint
Portrush
Glasgow
Superior Stateroom
Spacious and tastefully appointed, the Superior Stateroom offers large picture windows, a comfortable lounge area and a calming colour palette. Ideal for guests who prefer ocean views without a balcony.
Amenities
- King or Twin Configuration
- Shower
- Room Service Available
- TV
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Sofa Bed
- Lounge Area
- Vanity Area
- Toiletries Provided
- Suite Benefits
- Free Mini Bar
- Free Wi-Fi
- Media/Entertainment Station
- Pillow Menu Available
- Telephone
- Desk
Ship features
L’Austral offers a seamless blend of yacht-style luxury, expedition capability and refined service.
- All suites and staterooms, nearly all with private balconies
- Ice-strengthened hull (Class 1C) for polar access
- Two main dining venues: Le Restaurant Gastronomique and Grill Restaurant
- Salon, panoramic lounge, open decks and library
- Wellness area with spa, hammam and fitness corner
- Pool, sun deck and open-air bar
- Lecture theatre, onboard enrichment programming
- Water access via marina platform and Zodiac fleet
