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Le Soleal

8 upcoming departures  ·  2 itineraries

Le Soleal is a 264-guest Tauck cruise ship, in service since 2013. This page lists 8 upcoming departures across 2 itineraries, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.

Class Le Boréal class
Built 2013
Gross Tonnage 10,950
Guests 264
Crew 145
Length 142.1 m
Beam 18.0 m
Decks 7
Cabins 132
Max speed 16.0 kn

Live Position ● 12 hours ago

Heading to: YENWAUPNOR
12.1 knots Under Way Using Engine

Position data may be outdated.

Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.

About Le Soleal

Le Soléal is a compact, upscale expedition-style cruise ship delivered by Fincantieri in 2013 for Compagnie du Ponant. Its small size, ice-class capability and mostly balcony accommodation support voyages to destinations larger ships may not reach. The ship carries up to 264 guests in 132 cabins and suites, with French-inspired public spaces, two restaurants, lounges, a theater, wellness facilities and observation areas. ([fincantieri.com](https://www.fincantieri.com/en/business/products/cruise-ships/Le-Sol-al?utm_source=openai))

Ship at a Glance

Operator
PONANT (Compagnie du Ponant)
Builder / shipyard
Fincantieri, Ancona, Italy
Registry / flag
Wallis and Futuna Islands
Call sign
FIHV
IMO number
9641675
MMSI
578000200
Draft
4.9 m

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

A 142.1-meter, seven-deck Le Boréal-class ship with Bureau Veritas classification, ice-class capability and a compact yacht-like profile. It was designed for polar and subpolar navigation as well as smaller ports. ([fincantieri.com](https://www.fincantieri.com/en/business/products/cruise-ships/Le-Sol-al?utm_source=openai))

Dining

Dining includes Le Restaurant Gastronomique, serving French and international cuisine, and the more casual Le Grill Restaurant. ([tauck.com.au](https://www.tauck.com.au/ships/le-soleal))

Entertainment

Onboard spaces include several lounges, a panoramic bar and lounge, and a theater used for lectures and entertainment. ([tauck.com.au](https://www.tauck.com.au/ships/le-soleal))

Staterooms & suites

The ship has 132 cabins and suites, all with ocean views; approximately 94–95% have private balconies. ([fincantieri.com](https://www.fincantieri.com/en/business/products/cruise-ships/Le-Sol-al?utm_source=openai))

For families

The researched sources describe general leisure facilities but do not establish dedicated children’s clubs or family programming.

Pools, spa & wellness

Wellness facilities include a fitness and beauty corner, massage rooms and a hammam. ([tauck.com.au](https://www.tauck.com.au/ships/le-soleal))

Accessibility

Elevators serve the passenger decks, but the researched sources do not provide a complete accessibility specification. ([tauck.com.au](https://www.tauck.com.au/ships/le-soleal))

Environmental features

Fincantieri states that Le Soléal received Clean Ship and Comfort Class certifications and uses energy-saving LED lighting; PONANT says environmental performance has been improved over time. ([fincantieri.com](https://www.fincantieri.com/en/business/products/cruise-ships/Le-Sol-al?utm_source=openai))

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Itineraries & Sailings

8 Nights

Sakura Seas: Japan & South Korea

Next: Apr 7, 2027
4 upcoming departures
8 Nights

Sakura Seas: South Korea & Japan

Next: Apr 8, 2027
4 upcoming departures

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Apr 7, 2027 Apr 15, 2027 Sakura Seas: Japan & South Korea 8 Book →
Apr 8, 2027 Apr 16, 2027 Sakura Seas: South Korea & Japan 8 Book →
Apr 14, 2027 Apr 22, 2027 Sakura Seas: Japan & South Korea 8 Book →
Apr 15, 2027 Apr 23, 2027 Sakura Seas: South Korea & Japan 8 Book →
Apr 23, 2027 May 1, 2027 Sakura Seas: Japan & South Korea 8 Book →
Apr 24, 2027 May 2, 2027 Sakura Seas: South Korea & Japan 8 Book →
Oct 15, 2027 Oct 23, 2027 Sakura Seas: Japan & South Korea 8 Book →
Oct 16, 2027 Oct 24, 2027 Sakura Seas: South Korea & Japan 8 Book →