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Le Dumont d’Urville

As the fourth ship in a new series of expedition vessels, Le Dumont d’Urville has been designed for guests to sail in complete comfort where they can experience the understated sophistication of the ethnic chic décor onboard. Offering just 92 staterooms and suites, she creates a unique atmosphere that embodies a subtle blend of intimacy and comfort.
SHIP TYPE
Expedition Cruise Ship
PASSENGERS
184
CREW
118
LAUNCHED
2019
REFURBISHED
N/A

Le Dumont d’Urville Cruises View all Choose from 49 vacations cruising on board the Le Dumont d’Urville

8 Days Athens to Athens

Operator: Ponant

From 5,100

9 Days Nice to Nice

Operator: Ponant

From 6,390

9 Days Athens to Dubrovnik

Operator: Ponant

From 6,540

11 Days Venice to Nice

Operator: Ponant

From 10,530

Life on Board Le Dumont d’Urville What can you expect when cruising on board Le Dumont d’Urville

Le Dumont-D'Urville
Le Dumont-D'Urville

Voyage in complete luxury and dine on French gastronomy as you enjoy an expedition cruise on Le Dumont-D'Urville. Read more

Expedition Comfort
Expedition Comfort

Your ocean facing stateroom or suite offers chic decor, luxurious amenities and 24 hour room service. Read more

Infinity Pool Days
Infinity Pool Days

Watch the ocean pass by as you take a dip in the glass walled infinity pool. Read more

Inside The Blue Eye
Inside The Blue Eye

The sophistication and innovation of this underwater lounge will be a highlight of onboard life. Read more

The Adjustable Marina
The Adjustable Marina

Making embarking and disembarking easy, the marina also serves as a sun deck or watersports platform. Read more

Relaxed Dining Settings
Relaxed Dining Settings

Dine al fresco at the grill or enjoy buffet and table service in the main restaurant. Read more

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Deck Plans

DEL
Deluxe Stateroom
DS3
Deluxe Suite
Deck 3
PR4
Prestige Stateroom
DS4
Deluxe Suite
Deck 4
PR5
Prestige Stateroom
DS5
Deluxe Suite
PS5
Prestige Suite
PV5
Privilege Suite
SA
Owner's Suite
Deck 5
PR6
Prestige Stateroom
DS6
Deluxe Suite
PS6
Prestige Suite
PV6
Privilege Suite
GD6
Grand Deluxe Suite
Deck 6
Deck 7

Cabins

Balcony

Deluxe Stateroom

One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) and TV. A bathroom with shower. A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs. A glazed panoramic swing door and rectangular window. Additional services provided include 24-hour room service, inclusive Wifi internet access, individually-controlled air conditioning, dressing room with shelves and closet, dressing table and hairdryer, Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products, minibar, Nespresso coffee maker, Bose Bluetooth speaker and Flat screen TV.

Balcony

Prestige Stateroom

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 glazed panoramic swing door. Additional services provided include 24-hour room service, inclusive Wifi internet access, individually-controlled air conditioning, dressing room with shelves and closet, dressing table and hairdryer, Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products, minibar, Nespresso coffee maker, Bose Bluetooth speaker and Flat screen TV.

Suite

Deluxe Suite

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. Additional services provided include 24-hour room service, inclusive Wifi internet access, individually-controlled air conditioning, dressing room with shelves and closet, dressing table and hairdryer, Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products, minibar, Nespresso coffee maker, Bose Bluetooth speaker and Flat screen TV.

Suite

Prestige Suite

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 king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm), armchair, second TV, and sliding courtesy door. Two bathrooms with shower. A private 8 m² balcony with four armchairs. Additional services provided include priority boarding, butler service, champagne and fruit basket on arrival, an assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day, inclusive Wifi internet access, individually-controlled air conditioning, dressing room with shelves and closet, dressing table and hairdryer, Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products, minibar, Nespresso coffee maker, Bose Bluetooth speaker and Flat screen TV.

Suite

Privilege Suite

One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm). A lounge area with chaise longue and armchair. A bathroom with shower. A private 8 m² balcony with two armchairs. A panoramic sliding bay window. Additional services provided include priority boarding, butler service, inclusive Wifi internet access, individually-controlled air conditioning, dressing room with shelves and closet, dressing table and hairdryer, Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products, minibar, Nespresso coffee maker, Bose Bluetooth speaker and Flat screen TV.

Suite

Grand Deluxe Suite

A bedroom with one king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm). A lounge with sofa convetible to a double bed (160 x 190 cm), armchair, and second TV. A bathroom with shower and Balneo bathtub. A private 32 m² terrace with two deckchairs and four-seater dining table. 2 panoramic sliding bay windows. Additional services provided include priority boarding, butler service, champagne and fruit basket on arrival, an assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day, inclusive Wifi internet access, individually-controlled air conditioning, dressing room with shelves and closet, dressing table and hairdryer, Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products, minibar, Nespresso coffee maker, Bose Bluetooth speaker and Flat screen TV.

Suite

Owner's Suite

A lounge with armchair, double sofa bed (160 x 190 cm), and second TV. A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm). A bathroom with shower, Balneo bathtub and smart mirror. A private 40 m² terrace: 2 deckchairs, jacuzzi, and outdoor lounge area with sofa and armchair. Two panoramic sliding bay windows. Additional services provided include concierge service from your reservation until you return from your trip, priority boarding, butler service, a one-hour spa treatment per person (for 2 people) in the well-being space, chosen from the facial and body treatments on offer, premium drinks at the bar, champagne and fruit basket on arrival, an assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day, inclusive Wifi internet access, individually-controlled air conditioning, dressing room with shelves and closet, dressing table and hairdryer, Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products, minibar, Nespresso coffee maker, Bose Bluetooth speaker and Flat screen TV.

Le Dumont d’Urville Cruise Schedule All 49 cruise sailings by departure date on board Le Dumont d’Urville

Starts Days Name Itinerary From
Sunday
09 Mar 2025
11 Volcanic Landscapes from Cape Verde to Canary Islands Dakar to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 5,960
Tuesday
22 Apr 2025
13 Ancient Wonders of the Mediterranean Athens to Valletta 10,390
Sunday
15 Jun 2025
8 Ancient jewels of the Mediterranean Valletta to Athens 7,380
Sunday
29 Jun 2025
8 At the Heart of the Greek Islands Athens to Athens 6,670
Sunday
06 Jul 2025
8 Cruising the Greek Islands of the Southern Aegean - with Smithsonian Journeys Athens to Athens 7,790
Sunday
10 Aug 2025
9 From the City of the Gods to the Dalmatian Coast Athens to Dubrovnik 6,540
Monday
18 Aug 2025
10 From the Adriatic to the Ionian Sea Dubrovnik to Valletta 7,390
Wednesday
27 Aug 2025
9 Cruising Southern Italy and Sicily - with Smithsonian Journeys Valletta to Livorno 8,220
Sunday
28 Sep 2025
8 European Autumn in the Aegean Sea Athens to Athens 14,910
Sunday
12 Oct 2025
8 Cruising the Greek Islands of the Southern Aegean - with Smithsonian Journeys Athens to Athens 9,100
Sunday
19 Oct 2025
11 Ancient Wonders of the Mediterranean Athens to Antalya 17,870
Wednesday
29 Oct 2025
10 The Jewels of the Aegean Antalya to Athens 8,080
Friday
07 Nov 2025
11 Ancient Shores of the Mediterranean Athens to Malaga 7,990
Monday
17 Nov 2025
13 Ocean Voyage: Malaga - Fort-de-France Malaga to Fort-de-France 3,910
Saturday
29 Nov 2025
9 Pearls of the Caribbean Fort-de-France to Fort-de-France 6,150
Sunday
07 Dec 2025
13 Panama, Colombia & Caribbean Islands Fort-de-France to Colon 7,600
Friday
19 Dec 2025
8 Central America Jewels & Panama Canal Colon to Puntarenas 6,070
Friday
26 Dec 2025
8 Central America Jewels & Panama Canal Puntarenas to Colon 6,260
Friday
02 Jan 2026
8 Central America Jewels & Panama Canal Colon to Puntarenas 5,480
Friday
09 Jan 2026
8 Central America Jewels & Panama Canal Puntarenas to Colon 5,480
Friday
16 Jan 2026
13 Panama, Colombia & Caribbean Islands Colon to Fort-de-France 7,600
Wednesday
28 Jan 2026
9 Pearls of the Caribbean Vieux Fort to Vieux Fort 5,200
Sunday
22 Mar 2026
11 10th Annual Piano Festival at Sea Valletta to Antalya 7,510
Wednesday
01 Apr 2026
11 Ancient jewels of the Mediterranean Antalya to Valletta 7,510
Saturday
11 Apr 2026
9 Epicurean Delights: The Food & Wine of Sicily Valletta to Valletta 9,260
Monday
15 Jun 2026
8 Artistic Adriatic with Pinault Collection Dubrovnik to Venice 5,890
Monday
22 Jun 2026
11 5th Opera Festival at Sea Venice to Nice 10,530
Thursday
02 Jul 2026
9 Isle of Beauty & Italian shores Nice to Nice 6,770
Saturday
18 Jul 2026
9 Isle of Beauty & Italian shores Nice to Nice 7,670
Sunday
26 Jul 2026
9 Isle of Beauty & Italian shores Nice to Nice 6,390
Monday
03 Aug 2026
9 Corsica, Sardinia & Iberian Shores Nice to Barcelona 6,770
Wednesday
19 Aug 2026
11 Isle of Beauty, Italian Shores & Malta Nice to Valletta 7,990
Saturday
29 Aug 2026
9 A Circumnavigation of Sicily - with Smithsonian Journeys Valletta to Valletta 8,370
Sunday
06 Sep 2026
9 Cruising Southern Italy and Sicily - with Smithsonian Journeys Valletta to Livorno 8,900
Thursday
15 Oct 2026
8 European Autumn in the Aegean Sea Athens to Athens 7,360
Thursday
22 Oct 2026
8 Ancient Cities of the Mediterranean Athens to Valletta 5,920
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Cabin images are sourced from Ponant. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on sailing dates.