Two Ponant ships, head to head — specs, amenities, and what each one is genuinely better at.
Le Jacques Cartier (2020) is the newer ship by 5 years versus Le Lyrial (2015). Le Lyrial is the larger hull at 10,992 GT (~10% bigger). Le Jacques Cartier sails with fewer guests at double occupancy (184 vs 244).
| Spec | Le Jacques Cartier | Le Lyrial |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2020 | 2015 |
| Tonnage | 9,976 GT | 10,992 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 184 | 244 |
| Guests (max) | 184 | 244 |
Trophy marks the ship that wins each row. Smaller capacity = more space per guest.
Distinct ports each ship visits in the next 12 months.
No ports in common in the next 12 months.
None unique — everywhere this ship goes, the other does too.