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In Partnerschaft mit RADIO CLASSIQUE und mit der außergewöhnlichen Anwesenheit von Alain Duault.
Von der Ägäis über die Adria bis hin zum Ionischen Meer – die Küsten Italiens, Kroatiens, Montenegros und Griechenlands verführen, fesseln und verzaubern. Lassen Sie sich bei einer erstaunlichen Etappe in der Serenissima Venedig von den mediterranen Juwelen zwischen tausendjährigen Städten, zerklüfteten Küsten und unverwechselbaren antiken Kulturgütern locken.
Nach einem Zwischenstopp in der charmanten, venezianisch beeinflussten Stadt Rovinj fährt die L‘Austral weiter nach Stari Grad, auf der Insel Hvar. Die Ebene der vor 2400 Jahren von den Griechen gegründeten Stadt hat ihr ursprüngliches Landwirtschaftsystem aus Weinbergen und Olivenhainen bewahrt
Sie fahren an der Küste entlang in das legendäre Dubrovnik. Die treffend benannte „Perle der Adria“, die zum UNESCO-Welterbe gehört, inspiriert mit ihrer tausendjährigen Geschichte, fasziniert mit ihren von den Winden geformten Kalksteinklippen und erstaunt mit dem mittelalterlichen Erbe ihrer Altstadt.
Majestätisch, grandios, ikonisch … Vor Ihnen liegt die Bucht von Kotor. Hier, in ihrem glitzernd blauen Wasser, herrscht ein Hauch der norwegischen Fjorde. Am Ende einer von felsigen und bewaldeten Gipfeln umgebenen Bucht überrascht die Stadt Kotor mit den engen Gassen ihrer Altstadt, die wegen ihrer mittelalterlichen Architektur zum UNESCO-Welterbe gehört.
Dann enthüllt Korfu, die berühmteste Insel des Ionischen Archipels, die verborgenen Schätze ihres zum zählenden architektonischen Erbe aus der griechisch-byzantinischen und venezianischen Zeit. Die nördlichste Insel des Ionischen Meeres, die sowohl bergig als auch bewaldet ist, inspirierte Maler und Schriftsteller wie Goethe, Alfred Sisley oder Lawrence Durrell mit ihren faszinierenden Landschaften.
Nach einer ebenso mythischen wie eindrucksvollen Durchquerung des Kanals von Korinth wird Sie die Insel Itea unweit der berühmten archäologischen Stätte Delphi, die zum UNESCO-Welterbe gehört, in ihren Bann ziehen. Hier stand der im 4. Jahrhundert v. Chr. erbaute Apollontempel.
Die nördlichste Insel des Ionischen Meeres, die sowohl bergig als auch bewaldet ist, inspirierte Maler und Schriftsteller wie Goethe, Alfred Sisley oder Lawrence Durrell mit ihren faszinierenden Landschaften.
Die L’Austral fährt weiter in nördlicher Richtung in die Adria. Majestätisch, grandios, ikonisch … Vor Ihnen liegt die Bucht von Kotor. Hier, in ihrem glitzernd blauen Wasser, herrscht ein Hauch der norwegischen Fjorde. Am Ende einer von felsigen und bewaldeten Gipfeln umgebenen Bucht überrascht die Stadt Kotor mit den engen Gassen ihrer Altstadt, die wegen ihrer mittelalterlichen Architektur zum UNESCO-Welterbe gehört.
Nun verlassen Sie die Ufer von Montenegro in Richtung Kroatien. Sie fahren an der Küste entlang in das legendäre Dubrovnik. Die treffend benannte „Perle der Adria“, die zum UNESCO-Welterbe gehört, inspiriert mit ihrer tausendjährigen Geschichte, fasziniert mit ihren von den Winden geformten Kalksteinklippen und erstaunt mit dem mittelalterlichen Erbe ihrer Altstadt.
Nach einem Zwischenstopp auf der wunderschönen Insel Hvar führt die letzte Etappe Ihrer Reise in die bezaubernde Stadt Rovinj. Sie entdecken den venezianischen Einfluss der Stadt, von dem sie stolz das Wahrzeichen des geflügelten Löwen auf dem Balbi-Bogen trägt.
Den krönenden Abschluss dieser zauberhaften Reise bildet Venedig, die Serenissima, mit dem mythischen Markusplatz und dem prächtigen Dogenpalast.
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Nour Ayadi
Nour Ayadi was born in Casablanca and began playing the piano at the age of 6. At only 17, she was admitted to the Conservatoire National de Musique de Paris and the École Normale de Musique Alfred Cortot, and moved to Paris to pursue her musical career in parallel with a Scientific Terminale and a Baccalauréat which she obtained with the highest honours.
After obtaining her Master's degree at the Conservatoire, Nour pursued a Performer's Diploma and a Master's degree with Nelson Goerner in Geneva.
Nour quickly distinguished herself: at the age of 20 she was the winner of the Prix Cortot. She had distinguished herself also as a First Prizewinner at the Virtuoses du Coeur, at the Baku International Classical Music Competition, and at the S.A.R. Lalla Meryem International Piano Competition.
Nour performed in several festivals: La Roque d'Anthéron, Les Folles Journées de Nantes, the Glafsforden Musik Festival, the Chopin-Nohant Festival, the Lake Como Festival; and performed with several orchestras: Orchestre de Paris, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, the Wiener KammerOrchester and Orchestre de Chambre de Wallonie, which made her collaborate with conductors such as Mikko Frank, Julien Masmondet and Augustin Dumay . She has performed in prestigious halls : Musikverein (Vienna), Flagey et Bozar (Brussels), Philharmonie de Paris and Seine Musicale (Paris)…
Nour also released her first CD in 2020. Today, Nour is supported by the Banque Populaire, the Lieven Piano Foundation, the Académie Musicale de Villecroze and the Gautier Capuçon Foundation.
In parallel to her young career as a soloist, Nour holds a Master's degree in Public Policy from Sciences Po Paris.
Nour is currently Artist in Residence at the Queen Elisabeth Chapel. She just released her second CD featuring works by Liszt and Busoni.
Languages spoken: French, English, Spanish and Arab.
Photo credit: Anne-Sophie Bielawski
Guillaume Bellom
Guillaume Bellom has had one of the most atypical careers of his generation, studying violin at the same time as piano from the Besançon Conservatoire to the CNSM in Paris. It was his contact with prominent personalities in the music world such as Nicholas Angelich and Hortense Cartier-Bresson that he went on to fully develop his activities as a pianist.
Finalist and Modern Times prize for “Best Interpretation of a Contemporary Piece” at the Clara Haskil competition in 2015, his talent came to light at this event dedicated to the Romanian pianist, also a violinist in her spare time. The same year, he won first prize at the International Épinal Competition and became a laureate of the L’Or du Rhin Foundation, before winning the Thierry Scherz prize at the Sommets Musicaux in Gstaad the following year. The public discovered him at the 2017 Victoires de la Musique, where he was nominated in the “Instrumental Soloist Revelation” category. He has also been associated with the Singer-Polignac Foundation since 2018.
His music career has led him from the Roque d'Anthéron International Piano Festival and Théâtre des Champs-Elysées in France to the Mariinsky Theatre in St Petersburg and the Concert Hall in Shanghai, in the company of artists and conductors such as Christian Zacharias, Renaud Capuçon, Paul Meyer and Victor Julien-Laferrière.
His discography includes two albums dedicated to works for four hands by Schubert (rewarded by an “ffff” from Télérama) and Mozart, recorded with Ismaël Margain, an album of sonatas with cellist Yan Levionnois, (also rewarded by an “ffff” from Télérama), and a solo album focused on Schubert, Haydn and Debussy.
Languages spoken: English and French
Photo credit: Manolo Mylonas
Jean-Philippe Collard
Specialised in French music for piano and with a discography of over 60 records to his name, Jean-Philippe Collard has been travelling the world for many years in order to share his passion.
From a large, music-loving family, Jean-Philippe Collard left his native Champagne region very young to attend the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique in Paris. At sixteen he was unanimously awarded the Conservatory's First Prize diploma, and subsequently he has won many others: the first prize at the Long-Thibaud Competition in 1969, then the first prize at the Cziffra Competition in 1970.
He plays with the most prestigious French and foreign orchestras, performing a wide repertory of musical works with talent. From the French National Orchestra to London’s Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and, among others, the Frankfurt Radio Symphony Orchestra and the Philadelphia, New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Montreal’s Philharmonic Orchestras, Jean-Philippe Collard has left his mark on the international scene. He collaborates with the greatest conductors such as Michel Plasson, Georges Prêtre, Jean-Claude Casadesus, Semyon Bychkov, James Conlon, Simon Rattle and Seiji Ozawa.
Artistic Director of Les Flâneries Musicales de Reims since 2011, he founded the Académie de musique française pour piano (French Music Academy for Piano) in 2016.
Jean-Philippe Collard is also a Commander of the Order of Arts and Letters, a Knight of the National Order of Merit and a Knight of the Legion of Honour.
Languages spoken: French and English
Photo credit: Bernard Martinez
David Kadouch
Born in Nice in 1985, Kadouch began his studies at the Nice Conservatoire with Odile Poisson. At the age of 14 he entered the Paris Conservatoire in the classes of Jacques Rouvier. After receiving First Prize with Honors from the Paris Conservatoire, he moved to the Reina Sofia School in Madrid, where he studied with the legendary Dmitri Bashkirov. He has been perfecting as well with Murray Perahia, Mauricio Pollini, Maria-Joao Pires, Daneil Barenboim, Vitaly Margulis, Itzak Perlman…
He is quickly becoming one of the most acclaimed pianists of his generation. A prize winner at the Beethoven Bonn Competition in 2005 and Leeds International Piano Competition in 2009, Kadouch has become a regular guest of some of the most important orchestras, recital series and international festivals. At the age of 13, Kadouch was invited by Itzhak Perlman to play under his baton at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. In 2008, Perlman invited him again to perform the Schumann Piano Quintet, this time at Carnegie Hall.
He performs at major festivals: Contemporary Music Festival in Lucerne under Pierre Boulez, Klavier-Festival Ruhr, Gstaad Festival, Verbier Festival (where he was awarded the Verbier Festival Prix d’Honneur in 2009), Montreux Festival, Schwetzingen Festival, Jerusalem Festival, La Roque d’Anthéron Festival, Les Flâneries Musicales de Reims, “Folles Journées” in Ekaterinburg, Nîmes, Nantes, and in Japan, Piano aux Jacobins in Toulouse and China, Tonhalle in Zürich. He is playing chamber music with Renaud Capuçon, Gautier Capuçon, Edgar Moreau, Antoine Tamestit, Michel Dalberto, Nikolaj Znaider, Radovan Vlatkovic, Frans Helmerson, as well as the Quartets Quiroga, Ebène and Ardeo.
In 2010, David Kadouch is nominated “Young Talent of the Year” by French Victoires de la Musique and in 2011 he is the winner of the International Classical Music Awards in the category “Young Artist of the Year”.
In 2011 he made his New York debut recital at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. He performs with the Tonhalle Orchestra of Zürich under David Zinman, Orchestre Philarmonique de Monte Carlo, Orchestre National de Lille and the Gulbenkian Foundation Orchestra under Jean-Claude Casadesus, Orchestre de Strasbourg under Marc Alrecht, Halle Orchester under Robin Ticciati, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra…
Daniel Barenboim invited him to participate in his Beethoven Sonata DVD project, which also featured Lang Lang… He also Barenboim invited him to replace Murray Perahia in Jerusalem in 2008 and to participate with him at the France 2 TV show “Thé ou Café” in 2009. Most recently, he invited him to step in for Lang Lang in Ramallah (West Bank), filmed by Arte for the documentary “Maestro”.
He gives recitals in Paris, Montpellier, Aix-en-Provence, Nîmes, Madrid, Verbier, Luzern, Elmau, Munich, as well as solo recital and duo concert with Renaud Capuçon and Edgar Moreau.
His recent engagements include: The Orchestre de Marseille and Lawrence Foster, Orchestre de Cannes and Quentin Hindley, Musikalische Akademie des NTO Mannheim eand Maxime Pascal, Brussel Philharmonic and Nicolas Collon, but also in recital in France in Paris, Aix-en-Provence, Montpellier, Nice, Toulon, abroad in Spain, Italy, Netherland, Japan, Pays Bas et au Japon, he is also involved in the Bach project in Pleyel with Martha Argerich, and in the Folles Journées in Nantes, Nîmes, Ekaterinburg, Taiwan and in Tokyo.
Highlights of the season 2016/2017: il se produit avec Le Müncher Symphoniker et Kevin John Edusei, l’Orchestre Insula et Laurence Equilbey, l’Orchestre National de Montpellier et Michaël Schønwandt, l’Orchestre de la Monnaie (Bruxelles) et Russel Davies, le Bilkent Orchestra à Ankara. Il se produit également en récitals à Paris, Montpellier, Nîmes, Hohenems, Ekaterinburg, Evian, Tannay, Chambord, au Festival de Saint-Denis ou encore à Bruxelles.
Kadouch's recordings include a live recording of the Beethoven Concerto No. 5 with the Cologne Philharmonic (Naxos), Shostakovich's Preludes (TransArt Live), Schumann Concerto without orchestra and Piano Quintet (Decca/Universal), a CD of Russian music including Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition, Medtner Sonata and Taneïev Prelude and Fugue, a solo recital CD Bach, Janacek, Schumann, Bartok for Mirare.
Next release: Duo recital with Edgar Moreau around Mendelssohn, Bloch, Bruch
Photo credit : Alexandre Hager
Andrei Korobeinikov
Born in Russia in 1986, Korobeinikov took his first piano lessons at the age of five, making his professional recital debut just three years later. Clearly in possession of a prodigious gift for music, in 2001 he entered the Moscow’s State Tchaikovsky Conservatoire, studying in the class of Professor Andreï Diev. Upon graduation, he was awarded the unusual honour of Best Musician of the Decade, before going on to obtain a post-graduate performance degree from the Royal College of Music, London.
Korobeinikov now enjoys a top-level career as a concert pianist, performing with many of the world’s leading orchestras. Recent and forthcoming concerto highlights include those with the BBC Symphony Orchestra, Budapest Festival Orchestra, Konzerthausorchester Berlin, NHK Symphony Orchestra Tokyo, St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Wiener Symphoniker. He enjoys a particularly strong profile in France, where he performs regularly with such orchestras as the Orchestre de Paris, Orchestre National de France, Orchestre Philharmonique de Marseille and the Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio-France Amongst those conductors with whom Korobeinikov has made lasting musical partnerships are Alain Altinoglu, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Jean-Claude Casadesus, Vladimir Fedoseyev, Iván Fischer, Lawrence Foster, Okko Kamu, Mikhail Pletnev, Andris Poga, Yuri Temirkanov, and Antoni Wit.
It is in recital that Korobeinikov’s expansive mind and extraordinary musical gifts perhaps find their most symbiotic balance: he has become renowned for his fascinating programming skills, in which poetry and literature meet music in perfect harmony. Recent and forthcoming highlights of his recital diary include the stages of many of the world’s most hallowed concert halls, including Het Concertgebouw Amsterdam, Teatro alla Scala, Tonhalle Zürich, and London’s Wigmore Hall, amongst others.
In addition, Andreï Korobeinikov is a devoted chamber musician. His piano trio with Vadim Repin (violin) and Alexander Kniazev (cello) is widely celebrated, meeting with glowing critical acclaim. Additionally, Korobeinikov enjoys regular collaborations with such esteemed artists as Boris Berezovsky, Henri Demarquette, Johannes Moser, and the Borodin Quartet. His chamber music constellations are a regular feature at many of the world’s most prestigious summer festivals, including the Gstaad Menuhin Festival, La Roque d’Anthéron, La Folle Journée de Nantes, Nohant Festival Chopin and the Verbier Festival, amongst others.
Language spoken : French
Photo credit: Irene Zandel
Nathalia Milstein
Born in 1995 to a family of musicians, Nathalia Milstein starts the piano at the age of 4 with her father Serguei Milstein, and completes her studies with Nelson Goerner at the Geneva Haute Ecole de Musique as well as with Sir András Schiff at the Barenboim-Saïd Akademie in Berlin.
Nathalia launches her international career in 2015 by winning 1st Prize at the Dublin International Piano Competition and has been since then touring extensively around the globe, appearing in major concert halls and festivals, as well as with orchestra with, among other conductors, Mikko Franck, Matthias Pintscher or Jonathan Nott.
Throughout her studies, Nathalia Milstein has received valuable advice from renowned professors and pianists such as Daniel Barenboim, Menahem Pressler, Elena Ashkenazy, Emanuel Krasovsky or Enrico Pace.
For several years she has been playing in duo with her sister violinist Maria Milstein, with whom she recorded two albums together - La Sonate de Vinteuil (2017) and Ravel Voyageur (2019) - both on the French label Mirare and praised by international critics.
Languages spoken : French, English and Russian.
Photo credit : Marco Borggreve
Alain Duault
The novelist, poet, journalist, musicologist and radio and television presenter Alain Duault has been sharing his passion for and knowledge of classical music for more than 30 years. Considered to be one of the greatest opera specialists in France he is now President of the Prix Pelléas jury, and has been made an Officier de la Légion d’Honneur and Commandeur des Arts et Lettres.
Alain Duault studied literature, philosophy and psycho-analysis in Paris, then musicology and piano. His first TV appearance was as a guest of Bernard Pivot for his book of poems, Colorature. This led to a number of radio programmes dedicated to classical music, notably on RTL, the radio station where Alain Duault would be “Mr Classical Music” for 22 years, before joining Radio Classique with daily slots until 2018. A role that he also took on for the France 3 television channel, presenting a number of exceptional programmes (masterclasses with Ruggero Raimondi in the Salle Gaveau, Musiques en fête at the Chorégies d’Orange festival…).
In 1999, he conceived and presented Intégrale Chopin (225 works, 60 pianists), broadcast on France 3. Then in 2001, he wrote and performed an ambitious and very popular show, Verdi, une passion, un destin (with Jean Piat and 250 musicians). In the wake of this success, he wrote and performed two other shows: Victor Hugo, la légende d’un siècle in 2002 and Rencontre avec George Sand (with Marie-Christine Barrault) in 2004 and 2005.
Alain Duault also puts his writing skills to the service of classical music. The author of a number of books, including Dans la peau de Maria Callas, (Le Passeur Éditeur, 2014, pocket edition, 2017), Dictionnaire amoureux illustré de l’Opéra (Plon Gründ, 2016), Ce léger rien des choses qui ont fui, poetry (Gallimard, 2017), he also writes editorials for Classica.
Language spoken: French
Photo credit: Laurent Rouvrais @Radio Classique
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Jean-Philippe Collard
Specialised in French music for piano and with a discography of over 60 records to his name, Jean-Philippe Collard has been travelling the world for many years in order to share his passion.
From a large, music-loving family, Jean-Philippe Collard left his native Champagne region very young to attend the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique in Paris. At sixteen he was unanimously awarded the Conservatory's First Prize diploma, and subsequently he has won many others: the first prize at the Long-Thibaud Competition in 1969, then the first prize at the Cziffra Competition in 1970.
He plays with the most prestigious French and foreign orchestras, performing a wide repertory of musical works with talent. From the French National Orchestra to London’s Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and, among others, the Frankfurt Radio Symphony Orchestra and the Philadelphia, New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Montreal’s Philharmonic Orchestras, Jean-Philippe Collard has left his mark on the international scene. He collaborates with the greatest conductors such as Michel Plasson, Georges Prêtre, Jean-Claude Casadesus, Semyon Bychkov, James Conlon, Simon Rattle and Seiji Ozawa.
Artistic Director of Les Flâneries Musicales de Reims since 2011, he founded the Académie de musique française pour piano (French Music Academy for Piano) in 2016.
Jean-Philippe Collard is also a Commander of the Order of Arts and Letters, a Knight of the National Order of Merit and a Knight of the Legion of Honour.
Languages spoken: French and English
Photo credit: Bernard Martinez
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During the days spent on board, you are advised to wear comfortable clothes or casual outfits. The entire ship is air-conditioned, so a light sweater, a light jacket or a shawl may be necessary. When moving about in the public areas of the ship and the decks, light but comfortable shoes are recommended.
Informal evening:
In the evening, you are advised to wear smart-casual attire, especially when dining in our restaurants where wearing shorts and tee-shirts is not allowed.
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Officer’s evening:
For all cruises longer than 8 nights, an Officer’s Evening with a white dress code may be organized. Therefore, we encourage you to bring a stylish white outfit for the occasion (otherwise black and white).
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Radio Classique
RADIO CLASSIQUE versammelt jeden Tag mehr als eine Million Hörer um ein originelles Versprechen: die schönsten Werke der besten Interpreten des klassischen Repertoires zelebrieren und möglichst vielen Menschen die Emotionen dieser Musik in einem geselligen und friedlichen Ambiente übermitteln. Hierzu stützt sich Radio Classique auf Persönlichkeiten mit einer Leidenschaft für Kommunikation und ein abwechslungsreiches Programm, von Symphoniemusik über Opern bis Filmmusik, interaktive Sendungen und die Live-Übertragung von zahlreichen Konzerten.
Diese Werte machen Radio Classique zu einem echten Radiosender der Lebenskunst und der Eleganz im Alltag, der besonders bei Genießern und anspruchsvollen Hörern bekannt ist. Diese Werte und diese Geisteshaltung harmonieren perfekt mit den musikalischen Kreuzfahrten von PONANT, die in einem persönlichen und privilegierten Rahmen unter der künstlerischen Leitung von Alain Duault ein unvergessliches musikalisches Erlebnis in Begleitung von einzigartigen Künstlern bieten.
The Piano Festival at Sea continues to travel the world. This year from Venice to Athens there will be much to delight the eyes but also nourish ears and hearts thanks to the presence of a group of very different, but supremely talented artists. From the great Jean-Philippe Collard, whose performance includes barcarolles by Fauré to commemorate the centenary of his death, to the young Nathalia Milstein, via the Russian prodigy Andrei Korobeinikov and David Kadouch who will bring us the music of Madame Bovary, and Guillaume Bellom, through to the very young Moroccan Nour Ayadi. A real festival!
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Einschiffung 20.06.2024 von 16:00 bis 17:00
Abfahrt 20.06.2024 um 18:00
Stolz und unvergänglich herrscht Venedig seit dem 6. Jh. über ihre Lagune. Man glaubt, sie zu kennen, bevor man überhaupt ihren Boden berührt hat. Dennoch erliegen Sie unweigerlich dem Charme der unzähligen Schätze der „Serenissima“: Markusplatz, Basilika, Dogenpalast, Canal Grande und die Gondeln. Sie möchten sicherlich auch ein weniger bekanntes Venedig entdecken, sich in dem Gewirr aus Gässchen und Kanälen verlieren, die Plätze besichtigen und hinter die Türen der Kirchen schauen. Das außergewöhnliche Kulturerbe sollte Sie aber nicht vergessen lassen, Ihre Gaumen rund um ein Glas Spritz und einige Tramezzini zu verwöhnen.
Ankunft 21.06.2024 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 21.06.2024 am späten Nachmittag
Rovinj liegt in Istrien, eine an Slowenien grenzende Region. Sie können dies bei einem Spaziergang durch die Altstadt mit ihren gepflasterten Straßen feststellen.Dieseist mit venezianisch inspirierten Baudenkmälern geschmückt. Sie fallen Ihnen sofort auf, wenn Sie Ihre Augen auf die Porta Balbi mit dem geflügelten Löwen, Symbol von Venedig, sowie den neben der Kathedrale der heiligen Euphemia stehenden Kampanile richten. Von der Spitze aus genießen Sie eine Panoramaaussicht auf das historische Viertel. Um in dessen malerische Atmosphäre einzutauchen, bummeln Sie entlang der Gassen in Ocker- und Sepiafarben, die Sie zu belebten Plätzen mit von Stoffvordächern vor der Sonne geschützten Terrassen führen.
Ankunft 22.06.2024 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 22.06.2024 abends
Sie laufen die beliebte Insel Hvar an und verbringen einen Tag in Stari Grad, einem beschaulichen Ort abseits der ausgetretenen Pfade. Folgen Sie der Stimmung des Augenblicks und entdecken Sie diese hübsche Stadt am Rande einer mit Weinbergen und Olivenhainen bepflanzten fruchtbaren Ebene, die zum Welterbe der UNESCO gehört. Die Parzellen sind seit der Antike durch Trockensteinmauern begrenzt, die der Landschaft einen Rhythmus verleihen. Schlendern Sie in aller Ruhe durch die kleinen Gassen und entdecken Sie die hübschen Boutiquen und Restaurants der Stadt.
Ankunft 23.06.2024 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 23.06.2024 am späten Abend
Dubrovnik, emblematische Stadt der dalmatinischen Küste, erstreckt sich auf einem uneinnehmbaren Felsvorsprung. In ihrer Altstadt, die zum UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe erklärt wurde, steht die Geschichte im Mittelpunkt. Vielleicht sind Sie von den Abmessungen der Hauptpromenade, derPlaca, erstaunt. Ihre Breite kommt daher, dass sie eine ehemalige Lagune bedeckt. Die Gebäude, die sie säumen, sind aus elegantem Travertin. Am Pile-Tor empfängt Sie die Statue des Schutzpatrons von Dubrovnik, und Sie können das Küstengebiet während eines Spaziergangs auf den Befestigungsanlagen bewundern. Was befindet sich in der an die Mauer angrenzenden Festung des heiligen Johannes? Ein maritimes Museum und ein Aquarium mit seltenen Fischarten der Adria.
Ankunft 24.06.2024 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 24.06.2024 mittags
Die von den letzten abrupten und ausgewaschenen Gipfeln der Dinarischen Alpen umgebene mittelalterliche Stadt Kotor, schmiegt sich tief in ihre Bucht. Wie ein Heiligenschein steigt ein irrealer Dunst aus dem unbeweglichen Wasser und umgibt die spärlich gesäten kleinen Inseln mit einer märchenhaften Atmosphäre. An Bord Ihres Schiffes fahren Sie durch ruhige, klare Gewässer, zwischen schwindelerregenden Felsen und geschützten, in der Sommersonne schlafenden Buchten, in denen hin und wieder ein kleines Dorf von der Geschichte seiner Gebäude erzählt.
Ankunft 25.06.2024 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 25.06.2024 am frühen Nachmittag
Korfu - von gleichen Namen wie die Insel - ist die berühmteste Stadt der Ionischen Inseln. Die von den Mauern der Zitadelle geschützte Altstadt gehört zum UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe und besticht durch eine ungewöhnliche griechisch-byzantinische und venezianische Architektur. Sie können oberhalb der Küste die Sankt-Georgs-Kirche sehen, die einem antiken Tempel erstaunlich ähnlich ist. Die malerische kleine Insel Pontikonisi, wo der legendäre Odysseus einst Zwischenstation machte, befindet sich ganz in der Nähe der Südspitze der Stadt.
Ankunft 26.06.2024 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 26.06.2024 mittags
Die in eine Bucht des Golfs von Korinth eingebettete kleine Hafenstadt liegt in Kontinentalgriechenland nordwestlich von Athen. Während Sie sich dem Vergnügen eines Spaziergangs entlang der nach alter Art gepflasterten Kais hingeben, können Sie den Blick auf die umliegenden Gipfel der Bucht von Itea genießen. Auch eine Besichtigung des Heiligtums von Delphi lassen Sie sich sicherlich nicht entgehen. Es befindet sich an den Hängen des Parnass in nur etwa zehn Kilometern Entfernung von Itea. Diese UNESCO-Welterbestätte strahlt einen unbestreitbaren Reiz aus.
Ankunft 26.06.2024 am frühen Abend
Abfahrt 26.06.2024 am frühen Abend
Der Kanal von Korinth trennt die griechische Region Peloponnes vom Kontinent und lässt sie so zur Insel werden. Er wurde 1893 eröffnet, hat eine Länge von etwas mehr als sechs Kilometern und ermöglicht Handels- und Tourismusschiffen einen 400 Kilometer langen Umweg um die Halbinsel zu vermeiden. Die beiden Seiten des Kanals erreichen eine Höhe von etwa fünfzig Metern. Das Verfolgen von den Außendecken aus der Fahrt des Schiffes über diese schmale, von hohen, ockerfarbenen Felsen umgebene Wasserstraße stellt ein einzigartiges Erlebnis dar, das Sie nicht verpassen sollten.
Ankunft 27.06.2024 am frühen Vormittag
Ausschiffung 27.06.2024 um 08:00
Die griechische Hauptstadt liegt am Rande des Saronischen Golfs im Osten des Landes. Der Name Athen stand einst im Plural und bezog sich auf die ersten Dörfer, welche die Akropolis umgaben. Dieses Felsplateau mit historischen Bauwerken, die zum UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe gehören, ist einfach bezaubernd. Weiter unten haben Sie die Gelegenheit, eines der lebhaftesten Viertel von Athen zu besichtigen: Plaka mit seinem Gewirr aus bunten Gässchen, die am Abend nach Moussaka und Garnelen mit Knoblauch duften. Das Archäologische Nationalmuseum und das Museum für kykladische Kunst gehören auch zu den wichtigsten Sehenswürdigkeiten der Stadt und erlauben es, die glanzvolle kulturelle Vergangenheit Athens zu entdecken.
Let yourself be guided by a tasty mix of history, sumptuous landscapes, and gourmet delights. Whether you are a truffle connoisseur or a novice, this experience will leave you with a unique memory.
From the pier, you will board your coach and start your one-hour commented drive to Motovun. This medieval, hilltop town is a captivating symbol of the Istrian interior. Back then, Motovun forest was quite bigger than it is today, and both white and black truffles found in that area were among the best quality truffles to be found in Istria. You will enjoy a guided walk and some free time to explore the narrow streets of this singular village.
After another short, 15-minute bus drive, you will reach the Istria peninsula hinterland and the village of Paladini, where you will meet with the Karlic family: a grandfather, a mother, grandchildren, and their dogs at their farm. From Paladini, near Buzet, the Karlic family's truffle business was established in 1966 by Mr Ivan Rašpolic.
Your hosts will first take you on a truffle hunt in their own woods, where they grow and harvest black truffles. All the truffles are hidden underground and can't be found by your eye alone. However, the trained dogs are adept at recognizing their strong smell.
Back at the farm, they will introduce you to the history of truffles in Istra. You will taste delicious products made of truffles, all prepared by the family, including Istrian cheese with truffles, sausages with truffles, truffle paté, honey with truffles, olive oil with truffles. The highlight of your experience will be the preparation of the famous Istrian "fritaja" (scrambled eggs with truffles), where you will be invited to join in and cook the fritaja.
After this delightful moment, it will be time to re-board your coach and head back to your ship in Rovinj.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 160
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.From the pier, board your coach and start your 45-minute scenic drive to Porec.
Once arriving, you will start your walking tour of the old town.
You will begin with the Episcopal Complex of the Euphrasian Basilica in the historic centre of Porec. The group of religious monuments in Porec, where Christianity was established as early as the 4th century, constitutes the most complete surviving complex of its type. The basilica, atrium, baptistery and Episcopal palace are outstanding examples of religious architecture, while the basilica itself combines classical and Byzantine elements.
This complex was enrolled in the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1997.
After the visit to the Episcopal Complex, you will have some free time in Porec before rejoining your coach for the drive back to Rovinj.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 50
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.From the pier, follow your guide and start your walking tour of the historical centre of Rovinj. The historical centre is almost entirely built on a rocky island and connected to the mainland since the 13th century. During your tour, you will discover the Venetian influence and its rich cultural legacy, omnipresent in the architecture of the tall houses with warm red tiled roofs and the narrow streets intersected by covered passageways and archways, decorated with ancient frescoes.
The highlight of your visit will most certainly be the Church of Saint Euphemia, a prestigious building dating from the 8th century. Its 63-metre high bell tower rises out of the city centre, and is the most remarked symbol in the Istria region.
Built on the ancient ruins of a Roman church, it was altered in the 17th century in the Baroque style, and houses the relics of Saint Euphemia. They were brought from Constantinople in the 9th century for their safekeeping in a marble sarcophagus. There is also a mural depicting the life and the martyrdom of the saint. Every year on 16 September, the faithful gather around her tomb.
The church contains several treasures and works of art like Gothic statues from the 15th century and paintings from the 16th and the 17th centuries (The Last Supper and Christ in the Gethsemane).
At the end of your visit, you will enjoy a local snack before returning to your ship.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 30
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Experience the timeless charm of Stari Grad, a picturesque town steeped in history and nestled on the sun-kissed shores of Hvar Island.
From the pier, you will meet your guide and start with a captivating visit to Stari Grad, where ancient cobblestone streets lead you through a labyrinth of medieval architecture and centuries-old charm.
You will then embark on an exhilarating biking adventure as you pedal your way from Stari Grad towards the idyllic villages of Dol and Vrbanj. Traverse verdant landscapes adorned with vineyards and olive groves, while the gentle breeze whispers tales of centuries past. You will feel the rhythm of the island as you cycle along scenic paths, soaking in panoramic views of the azure Adriatic Sea and the lush hinterland that surrounds you.
You next stop will be the enchanting Hora Estate, a hidden gem nestled amidst the verdant countryside. Discover the timeless allure of this rustic retreat, where traditional stone buildings blend seamlessly with the natural beauty of the landscape. Indulge your senses with a guided tour of the estate, as you learn about the island's rich agricultural heritage and savor a delightful snack infused with local flavors.
Finally, you will enjoy the ride back to Stari Grad, retracing your path through the breathtaking landscapes, and be back to your ship.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 120
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Embark on a journey through the quaint streets and rich history of Stari Grad, a charming town nestled on the sun-drenched shores of Hvar Island.
Begin your exploration with a visit to Stari Grad, where ancient cobblestone pathways lead you through a tapestry of medieval architecture and cultural landmarks. Discover hidden gems around every corner as you soak in the authentic atmosphere of this historic gem.
Next, indulge your senses with a delightful wine tasting experience, where you will sample the renowned flavors of local Hvar wines along with local snakcs. Immerse yourself in the nuances of each sip as you learn about the island's winemaking traditions.
Finally, you will stroll back to the pier and your ship.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 75
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.From the pier, board your coach for a 1-hour scenic drive along the Adriatic Road toward the town of Ston.
Ston was built according to the plans approved by the Dubrovnik government in 1335 and amended in 1370 and is considered one of the best planned and best structured cities in Europe. The walls of Ston were a massive architecture and construction feat. Originally 7,000 metre long (22,965 ft.), they consist of several parts; the Ston city walls, the Mali Ston city walls and the Big wall with its three forts. Its forts and towers are strengthened by 10 round and 31 square flanking towers, as well as 6 semicircular bastions. It took almost four centuries to finish these complex defence walls, as the builders had to adapt to the rough terrain and advancements in warfare technology. The walls were last used for defence in the 19th century, and today they are a priceless monument of immense architectural and cultural value.
Once arriving at Ston’s walls, you will start your hiking passing distance of almost 900 meters over demanding terrain with more than 250 steps before joining your coach for a ride to Mali Ston, the 'oysters capital' of Croatia.
Upon arrival in Mali Ston, you will board a local boat which will take you to oyster and mussel beds. Your host will welcome you on board and introduce you with oyster & mussel farming in this area. You will have the opportunity to learn about the oyster & mussel production as well as to taste freshly prepared oysters & mussels including mussel buzara (mussels cooked with wine, garlic and olive oil).
Finally, re-board your coach for a 1-hour return ride back to Dubrovnik along the old historical road passing through the old villages of Dubrovacko Primorje.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 90
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.From the pier, you will board a speedboat and start a 30-minute scenic cruise along the walled city towards the Elaphite Islands.
You will sail along the Elaphite Islands discovering this preserved natural beauty with its cliffs and sea caves. This tiny archipelago, full of history and legends, has been inhabited for many years.
You will visit Kolocep Island, the closest to Dubrovnik. Kolocep, the smallest of the three main Elafiti islands, is covered from east to west with a pine forest whose branches descend to the surface of the sea. Here, you will enjoy a refreshment before sailing to Lopud Island.
The “middle” island of the Elafiti trio, Lopud is home to just over 200 people although is considered the most developed of the three islands. This island houses many ruins from all periods.
Enjoy lunch served in front of the sea, then you will have 2 hours of free time to stroll or relax on a beach.
You will get back to you ship after 30 minutes of sailing.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 230
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.From the pier, meet your guide and start your stroll through the streets of this medieval town.
Along the way you will visit, among other places, the Franciscan Monastery whose cloister ranks among the most inspiring sites of the city. The Monastery houses also the oldest still working pharmacy in Europe and the third oldest pharmacy in the world founded in 1317. It is still active and still offers creams manufactured according to ancestral recipes.
You will continue with the Dominican Monastery, soberer than the previous one, and its museum with a fine collection of Renaissance paintings, including the triptych of N. Bozidarevic representing Dubrovnik before the earthquake or the table of Titian representing Sainte Madeleine and Saint Blaise.
Other fine buildings will be viewed from the outside, like the Sponza Palace notable for its columned courtyard with elaborate stone carvings, Church of Saint Blaise, Onofriou's Fountain, etc.
Then, you will go to the Dubrovnik cable car. A short ride will take you up to the top of Srd hill from where you can admire Dubrovnik Old town, Elaphite Islands and Lokrum.
Finally, you will get back to your ship.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 70
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Dive into the culinary universe of the Miloslavics, with their traditional Croatian cuisine and sustainable agriculture, on their charming family farm.
On the farm — labelled OPG - meaning “Obiteljsko poljoprivredno gospodarstvo”, literally “family farm” —, Pero, his wife Marija and their four daughters Nevia, Mara, Pere and Nika work with respect for nature and for good products.
The result is excellent homemade pancetta and cured ham, flavourful olive oil, colourful and crunchy seasonal vegetables, and so on: these then form the basis of joyful family cuisine, which celebrates the Croatian terroir and local traditions.
During a workshop followed by a meal, discover this delicious culinary heritage, in the comfort of this little country farm, which has managed to keep all its charm. Then fall under the spell of the area surrounding Dubrovnik, thanks to the sound advice of those who share the same passion for their region and their terroir.
· This excursion involves very little walking but on uneven and cobbled paths with some steps. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and sun protection. The tastings are included in your visit.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 220
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.From the pier, you will board your coach and start your 45-minutes scenic drive along the Montenegrin part of the Adriatic Sea pristine coastal towns, villages and landscapes.
On arrival at Almara Beach Club, which was named best beach in Montenegro in 2018, you will enjoy the facilities of the beach, go for a stroll, swim or relax.
Lunch will be served while you admire the bay of Lustica.
Finally, re-board your coach for a 45-minutes return drive to Kotor.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 190
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.From the pier, embark your coach for the 25-minute drive to Perast, town with almost the same number of churches as the number of inhabitants.
Enjoy the scenery and architecture of the old historical town of Perast which, between the 13th and 18th centuries, belonged to Venice. The most beautiful buildings were constructed under the period of the Republic of Venice in the 17th and 18th centuries when Perast was at its peak. The Parish Church in Perast was built in 1740 by the Venetian architect, Giuseppe Beati but only the church tower and the church vault remain. You will visit the St. Nicholas Church, patron saint of the sailors.
There are two small islands in the close vicinity of Perast: St. George Island and Our Lady of the Rock Island.
You will reach the man-made islet of Our Lady of the Rocks after a 15-minute boat ride. The stone plateau in the middle of the sea with a church on it is the result of the enduring efforts of generations of sailors. The island was built artificially by scuttling old ships and depositing stones around a small crag. The construction of a sanctuary began in the first century of the Venetian rule. The sanctuary was dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin because this cult was greatly venerated by the Venetians. On the altar is the famous icon of Our Lady of the Rock, a 15th century work by Lovro Marinov Dobricevic. It is the most valuable work of art in the church because its history is so closely related to that of the island, the only artificially built island in the Adriatic. The church itself is decorated with more than 2,500 votive tablets made of silver, mostly donated by seamen.
Finally, you will get back to Kotor, following your guide on a walking tour of the city.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 70
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Set off on a panoramic minibus tour through Montenegro's picturesque landscapes, from Kotor (Porto Montenegro) to the village of Klinci. This day will be synonymous with culture, culinary delights and breath-taking coastal views.
Aboard a comfortable minibus, you will be driven to the charming village of Klinci. Fall under the spell of the absolutely stunning landscapes that unfold before you along a picturesque coastal road. Welcomed with a cold drink, you will dive into Klinci's unique atmosphere while a knowledgeable guide takes you on a visit. Discover the village's rich history, its culture and its local traditions, preserved for generations.
Treat yourself to a typically Montenegrin culinary experience sampling local products, before the return transfer back to the ship.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : CHF 110
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.The Old Town of Corfu belongs to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list; it is a unique site, a maze of historical buildings and winding paved pedestrian streets dating back to the 18th century. During this walking tour, follow your guide to discover and taste traditional Corfiot delicacies while visiting local family-owned shops.
Your first stop will be the traditional 'Tyria Paramythias' store, whose owner still makes the original 'nouboulo' (olive wood smoked ham) and salami. Your second stop is at the traditional taverna of Sakis, where you will have the chance to try some traditional Corfiot recipes, like the spicy 'bourdetto', a casserole dish cooked with fresh fish and sweet paprika, served with fresh baked bread and local wine.
Continue your tour through the old town, past the Orthodox Church of Saint Sophia to the delicatessen shop run by Mr Papagiorgis, where you get to taste his fresh-made ice cream with kumquat or ginger-beer flavours.
Your walking tour continues in the serpentine-like streets to the Town Hall Square, past the historical town hall San Giacomo building and the Catholic Cathedral 'Duomo' of St. Jacob and St. Patrick. Visit the 16th century Church of Saint Spyridon dedicated to the patron saint of the island, renowned for its frescoes and the silver and gold gilded coffin that treasures the holy remains of the Saint.
Further down the street, at the local products shop 'Afthonia' in the neighbourhood, you will have the occasion to taste a unique locally produced kumquat liquor, made from a peculiar citrus fruit that only grows in a few parts of the world.
After this culinary experience, you can either continue your visit of the town and return on your own to your ship (time permitting), or follow your guide and return directly to the pier. The order of the various stops may vary.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 115
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Discover "the Greek Capri" and its sea caves and head for Lakones, a village perched up high.
After a 30-minute coach ride, you will reach the Paleokastritsa region, located to the north-west of the city of Corfu and famous for its exceptional natural beauty. Also known as "the Greek Capri", it features small sandy coves bathed by turquoise waters and dominated by rocky outcrops covered in pines and cypress trees.
You will take a 30-minute boat ride to discover the famous Nafiska, St. Nicholas and Blue Eye sea caves. Once back on the beach, you take the bus to visit the 13th century Byzantine Monastery dedicated to Virgin Mary.
You will continue your visit to the traditional village of Lakones, which sits atop a craggy mountain. From here, you can enjoy breathtaking views over the island. Enjoy an Ouzo, the anised-flavoured Greek alcoholic drink, with some mezze before heading back to the pier and your ship in Corfu.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 95
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.From the pier, you will board your coach to Mon Repos Palace.
The Palace was built by the British Commissioner Sir Adam Maitland in 1828, as a gift to his beautiful Corfiot wife. It was used as the Summer Residence of the High Commissioners, while their official residence was the Palace of St. Michael and St. George located in the town of Corfu. Today Mon Repos belongs to the Ministry of Culture and the Municipality of Corfu. It houses a museum with mainly local finds from ancient Corfu.
Then, re-board your coach for a short transfer to Corfu city centre. Upon arrival, follow your guide through the narrow cobbled-stoned serpentine streets of the Old Town known as "kandounia" and charming little "piazzas" (squares) built by the Venetians in the 14th century. During your walking tour, you will pass by the arcades of "liston", the replica of the "Rue de Rivoli" of Paris and the Old Town Hall. You will also visit the Church of St. Spyridon, patron saint of Corfu.
At the end of the visit, you will return to the pier.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 65
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.On the slopes of Mount Parnassus, the Delphi site opens the doors to a sacred world, where each stone summons up the glorious past of Ancient Greece.
Take the Sacred Way, the route walked in the past by pilgrims and kings of Antiquity, and go on a timeless journey. Here, the history of Greece and its legends overflow from everything: the ruins and ancient monuments, but also from the surrounding nature, which is still stunning.
This will jump out at you as you stand before the Temple of Apollo. It was constructed around the 7th century BC by two legendary architects, Trophonios and Agamedes; today, only a few vestiges remain of this Doric monument, decorated at the time with shields captured from the Persians. However, the foundations and columns that are still present seem to find an echo of their grandeur in the surrounding mountains.
The same goes for the ruins of the Senate of Delphi, as well as the vestiges of the Oracle of Delphi, where thousands of pilgrims gathered to receive the oracle of Pythia, high priestess of Apollo. The ancient theatre is also worth visiting.
A stone’s throw away from the sanctuary of Apollo, you will also be able to discover the Delphi Museum’s exhibitions, which present objects found at the archaeological site over the past century or more. Vases, bronzes, sculptures, precious offerings made to Apollo by pilgrims, objects of gold and ivory found under the slabs of the Sacred Way... they all recount the history of one of the most emblematic sites in Antiquity.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 75
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Marvel at the beauty of the Byzantine monastery of Hosios Loukas and take to the heights in the streets of Arachova, a small town perched 1,000 metres (3,000 feet) up on the illustrious Mount Parnassus.
The fortified monastery of Hosios Loukas, near Delphi, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most characteristic monuments of the second golden age of Byzantine art. Founded at the start of the 10th century by the hermit Saint Luke, it includes a central-plan church decorated with superb marble decor and admirable mosaics on a gold background. The main shrine is none other than the tomb of Saint Luke, originally situated in the crypt.
Your excursion will continue with a visit of Arachova. Built on the side of the mountain, this small town of 3,300 inhabitants is famous for its traditional stone houses spread out over the northern slopes of Mount Parnassus, between 800 and 1,100 metres up. As you explore its small streets on your own, allow yourself to be charmed by the hospitality of the inhabitants, the local handicrafts and the gastronomy. Indeed, the town is well-known for its wine and cheese, as well as for its homemade carpets and blankets.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 65
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Musik
Brechen Sie auf zu einer Musikreise auf dem Wasser! Sie lieben klassische Musik, Opern, Jazz oder keltische Melodien und haben Lust auf ein ganz besonderes Kreuzfahrterlebnis mit PONANT? Unsere Ehrengäste – bekannte Künstler, talentierte Interpreten und brillante Virtuosen – teilen ihr Wissen und ihre Leidenschaft im privaten Rahmen bei Konzerten und Vorträgen, an Bord oder an Land.
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Unsere Zusatzleistungen
20.06.2024 - PANORAMIC TRANSFER AND TIME AT LEISURE FROM AIRPORT TO THE PIER OF VENICE
€ 140
DetailsTruffle hunting and tasting with Karlic family
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 160
DetailsBoat ride and visit to a monastery in Paleokastritsa
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 95
Details20.06.2024 - FLIGHTS FROM/ TO PARIS + PANORAMIC TRANSFER AND TIME AT LEISURE FROM AIRPORT TO THE PIER OF VENICE (PRE) + ATHENS, THE ACROPOLIS MUSEUM AND PLAKA (POST)
€ 715
Details18.06.2024 - FLIGHTS FROM/ TO PARIS + SECRETS OF VENICE (2 NIGHTS) (PRE) + ATHENS, THE ACROPOLIS MUSEUM AND PLAKA (POST)
€ 2'865
DetailsTravel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your transfer day time between Venice airport to Venice port.
Venice
Meet at Venice airport in the Arrival hall. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT. Your luggage will be taken directly to the ship by coach.
You will depart the airport for a short distance to the airport dock where you will embark on a private water taxi for a one-hour panoramic transfer to the pier. You will appreciate the beauty and the charm of the ride passing by the islands of Murano and San Michele, and along the Fondamente Nuove via the Canale della Giudecca.
Upon arrival at at Cornoldi pier on Riva degli Schiavoni (10 min of walking from St. Mark's Square), you will enjoy time at leisure.
Then your transfer will continue until the pier to embark on your ship.
Your programme includes:
Your programme does not include:
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel advisor; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
In the event of schedule changes of PONANT’s selected flight, your programme will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised programme will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final programme will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 140
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Day 1 -Venice
Meet at Venice Airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
You will be transferred to the hotel Splendid Venice 4*.
Dinner at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 - Venice
After breakfast, you will leave your hotel by boat to explore some of the hidden gardens of the city, learn their history and find out what prompted the locals to create gardens in such a challenging environment. Gardens in Venice come as a surprise: although many of the palaces have their own small, private garden, when wandering around it is easy to get the impression that Venice is a city of stone.
The first stop is Nani Bernardo Palace, opened especially for a private visit. Designed by the architect Vittoria and commissioned the Bernardo family, the palace was built in the mid-16th century with a beautiful Italian garden. On the other side of the Grand Canal, you will then enjoy a private visit of Palazzo Malipiero.
Initially built in a Byzantine style, it has undergone some modifications over the centuries. The adjacent Italian-style garden with a view of the Grand Canal, a rarity in Venice, makes it even more distinctive.
Like many others, this garden was created in the late 18th century, when the large palace gardens situated on the outskirts of the city disappeared because of residential and industrial development.
You will then be transferred by boat to Sant’Erasmo. While this is the largest island in the Venetian lagoon, it is only sparsely populated. For years this has been Venice’s countryside, the agricultural zone which produces the fruit and vegetables consumed by the city-dwellers. Its artichokes are particularly renowned. You will take a walk through the vineyards of the Cantina Orto di Venezia estate, before tasting three vintages of locally produced Orto, a white wine full of this special island’s unique character. This wine is made from ancient Italian grape varieties; the vines are cultivated using traditional and eco-friendly methods. Driven by their passion and tenacity, the Thoulouze family have managed to recreate the ancestral methods of drainage using the natural tides of the lagoon.
Orto is a white wine with a high mineral content and a flavour that reflects its terroir. It can be drunk on any occasion but goes especially well with the products of the Venetian lagoon: fish, artichokes, and asparagus. It was recently named the best Italian Malvasia vintage.
After the visit, you will take a boat ride to Mazzorbo, a rural island connected to Burano by a wooden pedestrian bridge. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, you will return to Venice where you will learn the art of mask making.
Venetian masks have been worn in Venice since ancient times. They have a long history of protecting their wearer’s identity during promiscuous or decadent activities, such as gambling in one of the many casinos that dotted the city. The art of mask making is one of Venice’s oldest handicrafts. Guided by the desire to keep this traditional art form alive, a famous Venetian mask-making workshop will welcome you for a course in mask decoration including theory and practice. Once you have selected the type of mask you wish to decorate, you will choose among the different decorating techniques available and combine them to make your own one-of-a-kind Venetian mask.
The experts on hand will explain the ancient technique of making a Venetian papier-mâché mask, providing important historical information on the use of masks in Venice over past centuries, together with an explanation of the most significant models. At the end of the course, you will get to keep the mask you decorated, as a memento of this unforgettable experience.
You will return to your hotel by boat, to enjoy the rest of the day and evening at your leisure.
Day 3 - Venice
Breakfast at your hotel, morning at leisure and check-out.
You will then visit a tavern to enjoy a cooking lesson and learn the secrets of Venetian cuisine. With the chef’s guidance and supervision, you will create typical local dishes as you learn more about the culture and cuisine of the region. At the end of the lesson, you will eat what you prepared and toast to this memorable experience.
You will then be transferred by boat to the pier of Venice to embark on board your ship.
Your hotel:
The Splendid Venice 4* is a boutique-hotel in the heart of the historic centre of the city, near Saint Mark’s Square and the Doge’s Palace. Its location by the canals, its intimate atmosphere, and its refined style, will immediately immerge yourself into the Venetian spirit. Its 165 carefully equipped rooms offer a cosy cocoon combining contemporary design and Italian touch. The sophisticated decor of the Lounge Bar is a perfecto place to have a break overlooking the city and its canals. While the restaurant Le Maschere takes you between land and sea in the heart of the authenticity of the Venetian terroir.
Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.
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Contact of your hotel:
The Splendid Venice
S. Marco Mercerie, 760
30124 Venice
Italy
Telephone: +39 041 5200755
Duration and order of the visits may vary.To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 2'370
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.Let yourself be guided by a tasty mix of history, sumptuous landscapes, and gourmet delights. Whether you are a truffle connoisseur or a novice, this experience will leave you with a unique memory.
From the pier, you will board your coach and start your one-hour commented drive to Motovun. This medieval, hilltop town is a captivating symbol of the Istrian interior. Back then, Motovun forest was quite bigger than it is today, and both white and black truffles found in that area were among the best quality truffles to be found in Istria. You will enjoy a guided walk and some free time to explore the narrow streets of this singular village.
After another short, 15-minute bus drive, you will reach the Istria peninsula hinterland and the village of Paladini, where you will meet with the Karlic family: a grandfather, a mother, grandchildren, and their dogs at their farm. From Paladini, near Buzet, the Karlic family's truffle business was established in 1966 by Mr Ivan Rašpolic.
Your hosts will first take you on a truffle hunt in their own woods, where they grow and harvest black truffles. All the truffles are hidden underground and can't be found by your eye alone. However, the trained dogs are adept at recognizing their strong smell.
Back at the farm, they will introduce you to the history of truffles in Istra. You will taste delicious products made of truffles, all prepared by the family, including Istrian cheese with truffles, sausages with truffles, truffle paté, honey with truffles, olive oil with truffles. The highlight of your experience will be the preparation of the famous Istrian "fritaja" (scrambled eggs with truffles), where you will be invited to join in and cook the fritaja.
After this delightful moment, it will be time to re-board your coach and head back to your ship in Rovinj.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 160
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.From the pier, board your coach and start your 45-minute scenic drive to Porec.
Once arriving, you will start your walking tour of the old town.
You will begin with the Episcopal Complex of the Euphrasian Basilica in the historic centre of Porec. The group of religious monuments in Porec, where Christianity was established as early as the 4th century, constitutes the most complete surviving complex of its type. The basilica, atrium, baptistery and Episcopal palace are outstanding examples of religious architecture, while the basilica itself combines classical and Byzantine elements.
This complex was enrolled in the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1997.
After the visit to the Episcopal Complex, you will have some free time in Porec before rejoining your coach for the drive back to Rovinj.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 50
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.From the pier, follow your guide and start your walking tour of the historical centre of Rovinj. The historical centre is almost entirely built on a rocky island and connected to the mainland since the 13th century. During your tour, you will discover the Venetian influence and its rich cultural legacy, omnipresent in the architecture of the tall houses with warm red tiled roofs and the narrow streets intersected by covered passageways and archways, decorated with ancient frescoes.
The highlight of your visit will most certainly be the Church of Saint Euphemia, a prestigious building dating from the 8th century. Its 63-metre high bell tower rises out of the city centre, and is the most remarked symbol in the Istria region.
Built on the ancient ruins of a Roman church, it was altered in the 17th century in the Baroque style, and houses the relics of Saint Euphemia. They were brought from Constantinople in the 9th century for their safekeeping in a marble sarcophagus. There is also a mural depicting the life and the martyrdom of the saint. Every year on 16 September, the faithful gather around her tomb.
The church contains several treasures and works of art like Gothic statues from the 15th century and paintings from the 16th and the 17th centuries (The Last Supper and Christ in the Gethsemane).
At the end of your visit, you will enjoy a local snack before returning to your ship.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 30
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Experience the timeless charm of Stari Grad, a picturesque town steeped in history and nestled on the sun-kissed shores of Hvar Island.
From the pier, you will meet your guide and start with a captivating visit to Stari Grad, where ancient cobblestone streets lead you through a labyrinth of medieval architecture and centuries-old charm.
You will then embark on an exhilarating biking adventure as you pedal your way from Stari Grad towards the idyllic villages of Dol and Vrbanj. Traverse verdant landscapes adorned with vineyards and olive groves, while the gentle breeze whispers tales of centuries past. You will feel the rhythm of the island as you cycle along scenic paths, soaking in panoramic views of the azure Adriatic Sea and the lush hinterland that surrounds you.
You next stop will be the enchanting Hora Estate, a hidden gem nestled amidst the verdant countryside. Discover the timeless allure of this rustic retreat, where traditional stone buildings blend seamlessly with the natural beauty of the landscape. Indulge your senses with a guided tour of the estate, as you learn about the island's rich agricultural heritage and savor a delightful snack infused with local flavors.
Finally, you will enjoy the ride back to Stari Grad, retracing your path through the breathtaking landscapes, and be back to your ship.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 120
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Embark on a journey through the quaint streets and rich history of Stari Grad, a charming town nestled on the sun-drenched shores of Hvar Island.
Begin your exploration with a visit to Stari Grad, where ancient cobblestone pathways lead you through a tapestry of medieval architecture and cultural landmarks. Discover hidden gems around every corner as you soak in the authentic atmosphere of this historic gem.
Next, indulge your senses with a delightful wine tasting experience, where you will sample the renowned flavors of local Hvar wines along with local snakcs. Immerse yourself in the nuances of each sip as you learn about the island's winemaking traditions.
Finally, you will stroll back to the pier and your ship.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 75
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.From the pier, board your coach for a 1-hour scenic drive along the Adriatic Road toward the town of Ston.
Ston was built according to the plans approved by the Dubrovnik government in 1335 and amended in 1370 and is considered one of the best planned and best structured cities in Europe. The walls of Ston were a massive architecture and construction feat. Originally 7,000 metre long (22,965 ft.), they consist of several parts; the Ston city walls, the Mali Ston city walls and the Big wall with its three forts. Its forts and towers are strengthened by 10 round and 31 square flanking towers, as well as 6 semicircular bastions. It took almost four centuries to finish these complex defence walls, as the builders had to adapt to the rough terrain and advancements in warfare technology. The walls were last used for defence in the 19th century, and today they are a priceless monument of immense architectural and cultural value.
Once arriving at Ston’s walls, you will start your hiking passing distance of almost 900 meters over demanding terrain with more than 250 steps before joining your coach for a ride to Mali Ston, the 'oysters capital' of Croatia.
Upon arrival in Mali Ston, you will board a local boat which will take you to oyster and mussel beds. Your host will welcome you on board and introduce you with oyster & mussel farming in this area. You will have the opportunity to learn about the oyster & mussel production as well as to taste freshly prepared oysters & mussels including mussel buzara (mussels cooked with wine, garlic and olive oil).
Finally, re-board your coach for a 1-hour return ride back to Dubrovnik along the old historical road passing through the old villages of Dubrovacko Primorje.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 90
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.From the pier, you will board a speedboat and start a 30-minute scenic cruise along the walled city towards the Elaphite Islands.
You will sail along the Elaphite Islands discovering this preserved natural beauty with its cliffs and sea caves. This tiny archipelago, full of history and legends, has been inhabited for many years.
You will visit Kolocep Island, the closest to Dubrovnik. Kolocep, the smallest of the three main Elafiti islands, is covered from east to west with a pine forest whose branches descend to the surface of the sea. Here, you will enjoy a refreshment before sailing to Lopud Island.
The “middle” island of the Elafiti trio, Lopud is home to just over 200 people although is considered the most developed of the three islands. This island houses many ruins from all periods.
Enjoy lunch served in front of the sea, then you will have 2 hours of free time to stroll or relax on a beach.
You will get back to you ship after 30 minutes of sailing.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 230
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.From the pier, meet your guide and start your stroll through the streets of this medieval town.
Along the way you will visit, among other places, the Franciscan Monastery whose cloister ranks among the most inspiring sites of the city. The Monastery houses also the oldest still working pharmacy in Europe and the third oldest pharmacy in the world founded in 1317. It is still active and still offers creams manufactured according to ancestral recipes.
You will continue with the Dominican Monastery, soberer than the previous one, and its museum with a fine collection of Renaissance paintings, including the triptych of N. Bozidarevic representing Dubrovnik before the earthquake or the table of Titian representing Sainte Madeleine and Saint Blaise.
Other fine buildings will be viewed from the outside, like the Sponza Palace notable for its columned courtyard with elaborate stone carvings, Church of Saint Blaise, Onofriou's Fountain, etc.
Then, you will go to the Dubrovnik cable car. A short ride will take you up to the top of Srd hill from where you can admire Dubrovnik Old town, Elaphite Islands and Lokrum.
Finally, you will get back to your ship.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 70
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Dive into the culinary universe of the Miloslavics, with their traditional Croatian cuisine and sustainable agriculture, on their charming family farm.
On the farm — labelled OPG - meaning “Obiteljsko poljoprivredno gospodarstvo”, literally “family farm” —, Pero, his wife Marija and their four daughters Nevia, Mara, Pere and Nika work with respect for nature and for good products.
The result is excellent homemade pancetta and cured ham, flavourful olive oil, colourful and crunchy seasonal vegetables, and so on: these then form the basis of joyful family cuisine, which celebrates the Croatian terroir and local traditions.
During a workshop followed by a meal, discover this delicious culinary heritage, in the comfort of this little country farm, which has managed to keep all its charm. Then fall under the spell of the area surrounding Dubrovnik, thanks to the sound advice of those who share the same passion for their region and their terroir.
· This excursion involves very little walking but on uneven and cobbled paths with some steps. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and sun protection. The tastings are included in your visit.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 220
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.From the pier, you will board your coach and start your 45-minutes scenic drive along the Montenegrin part of the Adriatic Sea pristine coastal towns, villages and landscapes.
On arrival at Almara Beach Club, which was named best beach in Montenegro in 2018, you will enjoy the facilities of the beach, go for a stroll, swim or relax.
Lunch will be served while you admire the bay of Lustica.
Finally, re-board your coach for a 45-minutes return drive to Kotor.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 190
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.From the pier, embark your coach for the 25-minute drive to Perast, town with almost the same number of churches as the number of inhabitants.
Enjoy the scenery and architecture of the old historical town of Perast which, between the 13th and 18th centuries, belonged to Venice. The most beautiful buildings were constructed under the period of the Republic of Venice in the 17th and 18th centuries when Perast was at its peak. The Parish Church in Perast was built in 1740 by the Venetian architect, Giuseppe Beati but only the church tower and the church vault remain. You will visit the St. Nicholas Church, patron saint of the sailors.
There are two small islands in the close vicinity of Perast: St. George Island and Our Lady of the Rock Island.
You will reach the man-made islet of Our Lady of the Rocks after a 15-minute boat ride. The stone plateau in the middle of the sea with a church on it is the result of the enduring efforts of generations of sailors. The island was built artificially by scuttling old ships and depositing stones around a small crag. The construction of a sanctuary began in the first century of the Venetian rule. The sanctuary was dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin because this cult was greatly venerated by the Venetians. On the altar is the famous icon of Our Lady of the Rock, a 15th century work by Lovro Marinov Dobricevic. It is the most valuable work of art in the church because its history is so closely related to that of the island, the only artificially built island in the Adriatic. The church itself is decorated with more than 2,500 votive tablets made of silver, mostly donated by seamen.
Finally, you will get back to Kotor, following your guide on a walking tour of the city.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 70
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Set off on a panoramic minibus tour through Montenegro's picturesque landscapes, from Kotor (Porto Montenegro) to the village of Klinci. This day will be synonymous with culture, culinary delights and breath-taking coastal views.
Aboard a comfortable minibus, you will be driven to the charming village of Klinci. Fall under the spell of the absolutely stunning landscapes that unfold before you along a picturesque coastal road. Welcomed with a cold drink, you will dive into Klinci's unique atmosphere while a knowledgeable guide takes you on a visit. Discover the village's rich history, its culture and its local traditions, preserved for generations.
Treat yourself to a typically Montenegrin culinary experience sampling local products, before the return transfer back to the ship.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : CHF 110
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.The Old Town of Corfu belongs to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list; it is a unique site, a maze of historical buildings and winding paved pedestrian streets dating back to the 18th century. During this walking tour, follow your guide to discover and taste traditional Corfiot delicacies while visiting local family-owned shops.
Your first stop will be the traditional 'Tyria Paramythias' store, whose owner still makes the original 'nouboulo' (olive wood smoked ham) and salami. Your second stop is at the traditional taverna of Sakis, where you will have the chance to try some traditional Corfiot recipes, like the spicy 'bourdetto', a casserole dish cooked with fresh fish and sweet paprika, served with fresh baked bread and local wine.
Continue your tour through the old town, past the Orthodox Church of Saint Sophia to the delicatessen shop run by Mr Papagiorgis, where you get to taste his fresh-made ice cream with kumquat or ginger-beer flavours.
Your walking tour continues in the serpentine-like streets to the Town Hall Square, past the historical town hall San Giacomo building and the Catholic Cathedral 'Duomo' of St. Jacob and St. Patrick. Visit the 16th century Church of Saint Spyridon dedicated to the patron saint of the island, renowned for its frescoes and the silver and gold gilded coffin that treasures the holy remains of the Saint.
Further down the street, at the local products shop 'Afthonia' in the neighbourhood, you will have the occasion to taste a unique locally produced kumquat liquor, made from a peculiar citrus fruit that only grows in a few parts of the world.
After this culinary experience, you can either continue your visit of the town and return on your own to your ship (time permitting), or follow your guide and return directly to the pier. The order of the various stops may vary.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 115
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Discover "the Greek Capri" and its sea caves and head for Lakones, a village perched up high.
After a 30-minute coach ride, you will reach the Paleokastritsa region, located to the north-west of the city of Corfu and famous for its exceptional natural beauty. Also known as "the Greek Capri", it features small sandy coves bathed by turquoise waters and dominated by rocky outcrops covered in pines and cypress trees.
You will take a 30-minute boat ride to discover the famous Nafiska, St. Nicholas and Blue Eye sea caves. Once back on the beach, you take the bus to visit the 13th century Byzantine Monastery dedicated to Virgin Mary.
You will continue your visit to the traditional village of Lakones, which sits atop a craggy mountain. From here, you can enjoy breathtaking views over the island. Enjoy an Ouzo, the anised-flavoured Greek alcoholic drink, with some mezze before heading back to the pier and your ship in Corfu.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 95
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.From the pier, you will board your coach to Mon Repos Palace.
The Palace was built by the British Commissioner Sir Adam Maitland in 1828, as a gift to his beautiful Corfiot wife. It was used as the Summer Residence of the High Commissioners, while their official residence was the Palace of St. Michael and St. George located in the town of Corfu. Today Mon Repos belongs to the Ministry of Culture and the Municipality of Corfu. It houses a museum with mainly local finds from ancient Corfu.
Then, re-board your coach for a short transfer to Corfu city centre. Upon arrival, follow your guide through the narrow cobbled-stoned serpentine streets of the Old Town known as "kandounia" and charming little "piazzas" (squares) built by the Venetians in the 14th century. During your walking tour, you will pass by the arcades of "liston", the replica of the "Rue de Rivoli" of Paris and the Old Town Hall. You will also visit the Church of St. Spyridon, patron saint of Corfu.
At the end of the visit, you will return to the pier.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 65
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.On the slopes of Mount Parnassus, the Delphi site opens the doors to a sacred world, where each stone summons up the glorious past of Ancient Greece.
Take the Sacred Way, the route walked in the past by pilgrims and kings of Antiquity, and go on a timeless journey. Here, the history of Greece and its legends overflow from everything: the ruins and ancient monuments, but also from the surrounding nature, which is still stunning.
This will jump out at you as you stand before the Temple of Apollo. It was constructed around the 7th century BC by two legendary architects, Trophonios and Agamedes; today, only a few vestiges remain of this Doric monument, decorated at the time with shields captured from the Persians. However, the foundations and columns that are still present seem to find an echo of their grandeur in the surrounding mountains.
The same goes for the ruins of the Senate of Delphi, as well as the vestiges of the Oracle of Delphi, where thousands of pilgrims gathered to receive the oracle of Pythia, high priestess of Apollo. The ancient theatre is also worth visiting.
A stone’s throw away from the sanctuary of Apollo, you will also be able to discover the Delphi Museum’s exhibitions, which present objects found at the archaeological site over the past century or more. Vases, bronzes, sculptures, precious offerings made to Apollo by pilgrims, objects of gold and ivory found under the slabs of the Sacred Way... they all recount the history of one of the most emblematic sites in Antiquity.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 75
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Marvel at the beauty of the Byzantine monastery of Hosios Loukas and take to the heights in the streets of Arachova, a small town perched 1,000 metres (3,000 feet) up on the illustrious Mount Parnassus.
The fortified monastery of Hosios Loukas, near Delphi, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most characteristic monuments of the second golden age of Byzantine art. Founded at the start of the 10th century by the hermit Saint Luke, it includes a central-plan church decorated with superb marble decor and admirable mosaics on a gold background. The main shrine is none other than the tomb of Saint Luke, originally situated in the crypt.
Your excursion will continue with a visit of Arachova. Built on the side of the mountain, this small town of 3,300 inhabitants is famous for its traditional stone houses spread out over the northern slopes of Mount Parnassus, between 800 and 1,100 metres up. As you explore its small streets on your own, allow yourself to be charmed by the hospitality of the inhabitants, the local handicrafts and the gastronomy. Indeed, the town is well-known for its wine and cheese, as well as for its homemade carpets and blankets.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 65
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your transfer between your port of disembarkation and the airport.
Athens
After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port by our local English-speaking representative.
You will be taken by coach for an exploration of one of the oldest cities in Europe, Athens.
You will enjoy a panoramic sightseeing tour of the city. You will make your first stop at the Panathenaic Stadium, a 19th-century reconstruction on Roman foundations, in which the first modern Olympic Games took place. This stadium is also known as the Kallimármaro which means “the beautiful marbled”, because it is the only major stadium in the world built entirely of white marble. It was also restored to host some competitions during the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens.
You will arrive at the Acropolis Museum, which was opened in June 2009. The architecture of the whole venue has been designed to emulate the cult of the Temple of Athena. At the foot of the sacred hill, the building’s rear facade of concrete and glass seems to billow out with the weight of its history, and it is from here that you will have your first view of the Parthenon. The museum provides a magnificent setting for the treasures discovered on the hill. The first gallery houses the findings of the archaeological site of the Acropolis of Athens and the glass floor provides a view of the archaeological excavations, giving you the impression of being in the very heart of these ancient ruins.
At the end of the morning, you will be taken to the Plaka Old District located at the bottom of the Acropolis, in the historic heart of Athens. You will have some free time (about 45 minutes or more depending on your flight return) to explore on foot Plaka’s pedestrian shopping streets where you will find jewellery stores, souvenir shops, cafes and restaurants.
You will then be transferred to the airport in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight.
Your programme includes:
Your programme does not include:
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
In the event of schedule changes of PONANT’s selected flight, your programme will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised programme will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final programme will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 110
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 715
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 2'865
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.