September 26, 2026
6-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Nice
From
$16,220
Price / day
$2,703
Le Ponant|Le Bellot
Le Ponant vs Le Bellot
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Le Bellot
Built in 2020
29 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Le Bellot
$1,295 / day
$792 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Le Bellot
53.8 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Le Ponant vs Le Bellot: Quick Comparison
Le Bellot is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2020, it is 29 years newer than Le Ponant, which entered service in 1991. Le Bellot is approximately 565% larger by gross tonnage at 9,900 GT. Le Bellot also carries 120 more passengers. Le Ponant has upcoming sailings in Mediterranean and Atlantic Islands, while Le Bellot has sailings in North America. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Le Bellot has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | Le Ponant | Le Bellot |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1991 | 2020Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 1,489 GT | 9,900 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 64 | 184 |
| Space per Passenger | 23.3 GT | 53.8 GT |
| Length | 88.55 m | 131.06 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Le Ponant vs Le Bellot
Age
Le Bellot was built in 2020, making it 29 years newer than Le Ponant, which was built in 1991.
Size
At 9,900 GT, Le Bellot is approximately 565% larger by gross tonnage than Le Ponant at 1,489 GT.
Passenger capacity
Le Bellot carries up to 184 passengers compared with 64 aboard Le Ponant, a difference of 120 passengers.
Passenger space
Le Bellot offers more space per passenger: 53.8 GT per guest, compared with 23.3 aboard Le Ponant. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Le Ponant (Mediterranean and Atlantic Islands) and Le Bellot (North America) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Le Bellot has the lower average starting price per day at $1,295 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Le Ponant
Corsican shores, under Sail Aboard Le Ponant
- Departure Port
- Nice
- Region
- Mediterranean
- Nights
- 6
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 26, 2026Nice
- Day 2 · Sep 27, 2026Saint-Florent
- Day 3 · Sep 28, 2026Ajaccio
- Day 4 · Sep 29, 2026Gulf of Sant'Amanza
- Day 5 · Sep 30, 2026Bonifacio
- Day 6 · Oct 1, 2026Calvi
- Day 7 · Oct 2, 2026Nice
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Le Bellot
Fall Foliage on the St. Lawrence: Québec to the Canadian Maritimes – with Smithsonian Journeys
- Departure Port
- Toronto
- Region
- North America
- Nights
- 12
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 24, 2026Toronto
- Day 2 · Sep 25, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 26, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 27, 2026Montreal
- Day 5 · Sep 28, 2026Quebec City
- Day 6 · Sep 29, 2026Tadoussac
- Day 7 · Sep 30, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Oct 1, 2026Charlottetown
- Day 9 · Oct 2, 2026Cap-aux-Meules
- Day 10 · Oct 3, 2026Sydney
- Day 11 · Oct 4, 2026Lunenburg
- Day 12 · Oct 5, 2026At Sea
- Day 13 · Oct 6, 2026Portland
- Day 14 · Oct 7, 2026Boston
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Le Ponant
October 31, 2026
7-Night Atlantic Islands Cruise
Departing from Mindelo
From
$10,290
Price / day
$1,470
Le Bellot
September 24, 2026
12-Night North America Cruise
Departing from Toronto
From
$17,110
Price / day
$1,426
October 6, 2026
13-Night North America Cruise
Departing from Boston
From
$15,120
Price / day
$1,163
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Le Ponant
Average
$2,087 / day
VS
Le Bellot
Average
$1,295 / day
Le Bellot has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$1,295/day vs $2,087/day
About $792 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown and may not represent like-for-like itineraries.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Le Ponant if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Mediterranean and Atlantic Islands.
- Departing from Nice and Mindelo works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Le Bellot.
Choose Le Bellot if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in North America.
- Departing from Toronto and Boston works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Le Ponant vs Le Bellot: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Le Bellot
Built in 2020
29 years newer
Bigger
Le Bellot
9,900 GT
565% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Le Bellot
$1,295 / day
About $792 less per day
- Le Bellot is 29 years newer.
- Le Bellot is 565% larger by gross tonnage.
- Le Bellot carries 120 more passengers.
- Le Bellot offers more space per passenger (53.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Le Ponant or Le Bellot?
Le Bellot is newer. It was built in 2020, while Le Ponant was built in 1991, making Le Bellot 29 years newer.
Which is bigger, Le Ponant or Le Bellot?
Le Bellot is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 9,900 GT compared with Le Ponant at 1,489 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Le Bellot has a passenger capacity of approximately 184, compared with 64 for Le Ponant.
Which ship is more spacious, Le Ponant or Le Bellot?
Le Bellot has the higher passenger space ratio at 53.8 GT per passenger, versus 23.3 for Le Ponant. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Le Ponant or Le Bellot?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Le Bellot has the lower average starting price per day at $1,295 per day versus $2,087 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Le Ponant sail?
The upcoming Le Ponant sailings currently listed cover Mediterranean and Atlantic Islands, departing from Nice and Mindelo.
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