Pacifique sud Croisières et Yachting Philippines Malaisie
12 days at sea
April, May
Manila, capital of the Philippines, is a vibrant metropolis where colonial history meets Asian modernity.
Its historic heart, Intramuros, reveals ramparts, churches and remnants of the Spanish era.
The city offers a striking contrast between lively districts, modern shopping malls and more traditional areas.
Here, a rich culture unfolds, shaped by Spanish, American and local traditions.
Despite its sometimes chaotic energy, the warmth of its people and its authenticity are well worth discovering.
Palawan, an essential destination in the Philippines, offers a genuinely spectacular landscape: immaculate white sand beaches, crystal-clear waters and sheer limestone cliffs.
From Puerto Princesa to El Nido and on to Coron, each stop reveals a well-preserved environment where wild nature and exceptional biodiversity meet.
Between snorkelling in turquoise lagoons, diving on fascinating wrecks and encounters with a unique fauna, Palawan offers total immersion, on land as well as underwater — a rare experience, and one you will take part in yourself.
On the island of Borneo, the state of Sarawak invites travellers to live out their dreams of adventure. It holds the oldest rainforest on the planet, and it is easy to see why this corner of the world inspired Somerset Maugham, the British travel writer, in one of his short stories: The Casuarina Tree.
We invite you to follow in the writer’s footsteps and discover the state’s colonial capital, Kuching — the “cat city” in Malay. A certain feline languor does indeed pervade this elusive town. Set on the banks of the Sungai Sarawak, the small city holds on to its old-fashioned, novelistic charm. Don’t miss its colourful markets, parks and gardens, which invite quiet contemplation.
You will discover these legendary islands aboard the Jacques Cartier.
Le Jacques Cartier © Ponant