Superior Kabine Deck 3
25% Ponant Bonus
21 m²
3
Von Malta an die Küste der Adria
Valletta - Venedig
Datum:
01.08.2025
bis
08.08.2025
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Nächte an Bord
Diese Kreuzfahrt in Partnerschaft mit der Maud Fontenoy Foundation fördert sowohl die Kunst des unbeschwerten Reisens als auch den Familiengeist mit maßgeschneiderten Aktivitäten an Bord und an Land für die Jüngsten* im Kid Explorers Club.
Entdecken sie mit PONANT die Kunstschätze und kulturellen Wunder des Ionischen Meers und der Adria. Auf einer 8-tägigen Kreuzfahrt mit der L‘Austral fahren Sie nach Malta, Montenegro, Kroatien und Italien.
Während Ihrer gesamten Reise profitieren Sie von einem bereits im Reisepreis inkludierten Landausflug pro Anlaufhafen und Person. Dieser ist aus einem vom PONANT sorgfältig zusammengestellten Angebot auszuwählen. Während dieser Kreuzfahrt können Sie von Rovinj aus an einem einzigartigen Gourmet-Ausflug teilnehmen, der die Herzen von Trüffel-Liebhabern höher schlagen lässt, entdecken Sie von Dubrovnik aus die kulinarischen Traditionen Kroatiens oder besuchen Sie von Taormina aus die alte Werft Aci Trezza. Die Vielfalt der angebotenen Erlebnisse verspricht ebenso intensive wie abwechslungsreiche Momente (gesamtes Angebot unter dem Reiter „Reiseroute" einsehbar).
Sie fahren von Valletta, der Hauptstadt von Malta und ehemaligen Hochburg des Ritterordens, nach Sizilien. In Taormina bummeln die Besucher durch die Gassen zum beeindruckenden antiken Theater, einem Wunderwerk der Akustik, vor dem Hintergrund des majestätischen Ätna.
Anschließend legt die L’Austral in Otrante, der Hauptstadt der wunderschönen Region Apulien, an und fährt dann weiter nach Montenegro in die Stadt Kotor. Die Stadt Kotor am Ende der von hohen und bewaldeten Bergflanken gesäumten Bucht lockt mit einer Altstadt, die wegen ihrer mittelalterlichen Architektur in das Weltkulturerbe der UNESCO aufgenommen wurde.
Danach fahren Sie zur UNESCO Welterbe Stadt Dubrovnik, die mit ihren Befestigungsmauern ihren Beinamen „Perle der Adria“ alle Ehre macht. Gut geschützt innerhalb der Wehrmauern, mit ihren typischen terrakottafarbenen Dächern, besticht die Stadt mit charmanten Palästen, Klöstern und Brunnen.
Sie fahren an der Küste entlang und beenden Ihre Erkundung der kroatischen Ufer mit dem Besuch von Hvar und Rovinj.
Als krönender Abschluss führt Sie die Reise nach Venedig, der Serenissima, und ihrer Lagune. Der Markusplatz, der Dogenpalast, der Canal Grande und die Palazzi an den Kanälen machen diese letzte Etappe der Reise zu einer unvergesslichen Zeit.
*für Kinder von 4 bis 13 Jahren
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Reiseroute
Kid Explorers Club in Partnerschaft mit der MAUD FONTENOY FOUNDATION. Eine außergewöhnliche Kreuzfahrt durch die kulturellen Reichtümer von vier Ländern: Malta, Montenegro, Kroatien und...
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Superior Kabine Deck 3
(21 m²)
Ab € 3'950
pro Person
25% Ponant Bonus
Deluxe Kabine Deck 3
(18 m²)
Ab € 4'160
pro Person
25% Ponant Bonus
Prestige Kabine Deck 4
(18 m²)
Ab € 4'370
pro Person
25% Ponant Bonus
Prestige Kabine Deck 5
(18 m²)
Ab € 4'590
pro Person
25% Ponant Bonus
Prestige Kabine Deck 6
(18 m²)
Ab € 4'850
pro Person
25% Ponant Bonus
Deluxe Suite Deck 6
(27 m²)
Ab € 7'810
pro Person
25% Ponant Bonus
Prestige Suite Deck 5
(37 m²)
Ab € 8'660
pro Person
25% Ponant Bonus
Prestige Suite Deck 6
(37 m²)
Ab € 8'880
pro Person
25% Ponant Bonus
Owner Suite Deck 6
(45 m²)
Ab € 14'590 pro Person
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- 24-Stunden-Roomservice
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Ideal clothes for life on board:
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.
For women:
- Simple dress
- Skirt or trousers
- Blouse
- Polo
For men:
- Pleated trousers or chinos
- Sports jacket
- Shirt
- Polo
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).
Gala evening:
During the cruise, two gala evenings will be organised on board. Thus, we recommend that you bring one or two formal outfits.
For women:
- Cocktail attire
- Evening dress (if you wish to)
For men:
- Dark suit
- Tie recommended, possibly bow tie (if you wish to)
SHOP:
A small shop is available on board offering a wide range of outfits, jewellery, leather goods and many accessories.
A laundry service (washing/ironing) is available on board, but unfortunately there are no dry cleaning services. For safety reasons, your cabin is not equipped with an iron.
ACCESSORIES:
- Polarized sunglasses
- Swimsuit (for the Spa on board)
- Gym wear (fitness)
- Battery charger and memory cards for your camera
- Mobile phone charger
- Hat/cap
HEALTH CARE:
- Sunscreen and after-sun lotion
- Medications and prescriptions
OUTFITS ON BOARD:
- Casual outfits for the day
- Smarter outfits for dinners
- Elegant outfits for Gala evenings
- White or black and white outfit
PRECAUTIONS:
In your hand luggage, remember to bring any medicines that you need, and possibly a small spare bag of toiletries (in case of delay in the delivery of your baggage by the airline). Remember to always have your travel documents with you in case you need them: hotel vouchers, cruise vouchers, return flight tickets... Never leave them in your hold luggage.
All our cabins have a safe. We recommend not to go ashore with valuable jewellery.
PONANT Aktivitäten
Kid Explorers
PONANT has joined forces with the Maud Fontenoy Foundation to run its Kid Explorers children’s club.
As part of its commitment to safeguarding the oceans, during your cruise PONANT offers an activity programme for children aged 4 to 13 years on all our ships, and from 6 to 13 years on board Le Commandant Charcot to familiarise them with issues related to protecting our oceans. We have special educational kits, activity sheets and themed videos all provided by the Foundation.
Every day a team of activity leaders organises creative activities (crafts, painting, etc.), fun educational workshops, board games, introduction to meditation sessions and more, as well as activities specific to the cruise itinerary and number of participants. There are also activities ashore to prolong the experience for your Kid Explorers such as walks and treasure hunts .
The activity programme is available every day. (The precise times will be provided by animators). To best meet your needs, the schedule is adapted to fit in with your cruise programme. For more information, contact the team organising the activities.
Activity schedules are posted daily in the logbook.
Every child receives a welcome kit with gifts enclosed.
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Activities will depend on the number and age of the children who register and the weather conditions.
Parents or guardians must read the ‘General information on the PONANT Kid Explorers Club’ and sign a form authorising the Kid Explorers Club to look after their child on board and for outings ashore.
Maud Fontenoy Foundation
Since 2008, the Maud Fontenoy Foundation has been operating in France and internationally to protect our oceans. We organise educational activities focused on the environment for the younger generation and general public, with support from scientific partners and the French Ministry of National Education. The latter has made us responsible for its Sea Education programme and relaunch of the Sea Classes initiative. Our aim is both ecological and social: to protect the ocean and save people. We start from a strong principle that protecting the environment, particularly the ocean, is a humanitarian issue that affects all mankind, without exception. For us, the oceans are a powerful force, a potential for the future. Every year, 700,000 children benefit from our programmes.
Vorbehaltlich des Widerrufs im Falle von höherer Gewalt
Highlights
- Kid Explorers Club in Partnerschaft mit der MAUD FONTENOY FOUNDATION.
- Eine außergewöhnliche Kreuzfahrt durch die kulturellen Reichtümer von vier Ländern: Malta, Montenegro, Kroatien und Italien
- UNESCO-Welterbestätten: die historische Altstadt von Valletta, die Theater von Taormina, die historische Altstadt von Dubrovnik und Kotor, die Ebene von Stari Grad auf der Insel Hvar, die Lagune von Venedig (Ausschiffungshafen)
- Während der Kreuzfahrt von einem inkludierten Landausflug* pro Anlaufhafen und Person profitieren, die von unseren Experten zusammengestellt wurden
- Sizilien mit Taormina
- Besichtigung von Lecce, dem „süditalienischen Florenz“ (von Otrante aus)
- Kotor, Dubrovnik, Hvar und Rovinj, vier Highlights der Adria
- Möglichkeit, Valette (vor der Kreuzfahrt)
*Vorreservierungen der Landausflüge ab etwa zwei Monate vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt möglich. Anfragen werden nach Reihenfolge ihres Eingangs und unter Berücksichtigung einer entsprechenden Verfügbarkeit bearbeitet.
Häfen & Landausflüge
1. August 2025 - Valletta
Einschiffung 01.08.2025 von 16:00 bis 17:00
Abfahrt 01.08.2025 um 18:00
Die vollständig zum UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe erklärte Hauptstadt Valletta erstreckt sich über eine Halbinsel im Nordwesten von Malta. Vom Tritonbrunnen bis zum Fort St. Elmo biete die Stadt ebenso vielen majestätischen Straßen wie treppenförmig angelegten Gassen. Die farbigen Loggien und die verzierten Erker der hohen Wohngebäude begleiten Sie bei Ihrer Entdeckungstour, die selten von Autos gestört wird. Besichtigen Sie den mit Wappen und Fresken geschmückten Großmeisterpalast. Die St.-Johannes-Kathedrale sowie die seit dem 16. Jh. die Stadt schützenden Wehrmauern gehören auch zu den bedeutendsten Bauwerken der Stadt. Die in Terrassen angelegten Gärten von Barraca verleihen Ihrem Rundgang eine grüne und blühende Note.
2. August 2025 - Taormina, Sizilien
Ankunft 02.08.2025 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 02.08.2025 mittags
Der an der Ostküste Siziliens in der Provinz Messina gelegene Badeort Taormina gilt als Saint-Tropez der Insel: Kulturerbe, lauschige Strände und Luxus-Shopping haben sich hier vereint. Sie können das 300 Meter über dem Wasser befindliche mittelalterliche Zentrum besichtigen, dessen Terrassen einen freien Blick auf das Mittelmeer eröffnen. Ein weiteres Zeugnis der Vergangenheit der Stadt sind die Ruinen des griechisch-römischen Theaters. Diese äußerst gut erhaltene Stätte zieht Besuchern an, die von der natürlichen Schönheit des Ortes oberhalb einer türkisfarbenen Bucht fasziniert sind.
3. August 2025 - Otranto
Ankunft 03.08.2025 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 03.08.2025 am frühen Nachmittag
In der Region Apulien gelegen, ist Otranto die orientalischste der italienischen Städte. Hinter den mittelalterlichen Befestigungsanlagen genießen Sie die Dolce Vita des Salento, des „Absatzes des italienischen Stiefels“. Otranto existiert seit der Antike und ist heute zu einem sehr angenehmen Badeort geworden. Sie können jedoch die Geschichte wiederentdecken, indem Sie durch die Gassen der Altstadt streifen. Die Kathedrale mit ihrem herrlichen Mosaikfußboden aus dem 12. Jh. zählt zu den schönsten Kleinoden. Anlässlich eines Spaziergangs entlang der Wehrmauern können Sie sich einen Augenblick der Entspannung auf der Terrasse eines der hier eingerichteten Cafés gönnen.
4. August 2025 - Kotor
Ankunft 04.08.2025 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 04.08.2025 am späten Nachmittag
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.
5. August 2025 - Dubrovnik
Ankunft 05.08.2025 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 05.08.2025 abends
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.
6. August 2025 - Hvar
Ankunft 06.08.2025 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 06.08.2025 am späten Nachmittag
Im Meer vor Split gelegen, erstaunt Hvar durch seine auf die Antike zurückgehenden Traditionen. Auf dieser dalmatinischen Insel soll sich die älteste Stadt des Landes befinden: Stari Grad. Die Stadt liegt gebettet in eine kleine Bucht der Nordwestküste und ist von in Trockenbauweise errichteten ländlichen Anwesen umgeben. Sie wurden aufgrund ihrer Nutzung seit der Zeit der Griechen in die Liste des UNESCO-Weltkulturerbes aufgenommen. Aus deren Bewirtschaftung sind Weine und Olivenöl handwerklicher Herstellung hervorgegangen. Auf den Hügeln der Stadt kann man lokalen Erzeugern von Schinken und Käse begegnen.
7. August 2025 - Rovinj
Ankunft 07.08.2025 mittags
Abfahrt 07.08.2025 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.
8. August 2025 - Venedig
Ankunft 08.08.2025 am frühen Vormittag
Ausschiffung 08.08.2025 um 08:00
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.
Taormina & Greek Theatre
From the pier, you will be transferred by coach to the ancient Greek town of Taormina, a 30-minute drive.
Called Tauromenium in ancient times, Taormina clings to the side of Mount Tauro and offers superb views, splashed with the vibrant colours of bougainvillea and oleanders, of the Mediterranean Sea, Isola Bella and a snow-capped Etna in the background.
A maze of narrow streets, stairs and tiny squares, Taormina has attracted many civilisations over the centuries. It is home to theatres and a gymnasium from the Greek period, an Odeon and baths from Roman times, buildings blending Arab and Norman cultures, traces of Byzantine, and villas belonging to European aristocracy in the 18th and 19th centuries.
You will start your excursion with a visit on foot to the historic centre. You will cross the famous Corso Umberto to discover numerous monuments from several eras, and admire Porta Catania, the Cathedral, Piazza IX Aprile and Palazzo Corvaja.
You will then arrive at Teatro Antico, a theatre built by the Greeks in the 3rd century BC, and almost completely rebuilt by the Romans who created a gladiatorial arena. The theatre is the second largest in Sicily after the one in Syracuse. Due to its size and acoustic quality the theatre is still used to host festivals and concerts. Seated on the stone terraces, the audience can enjoy the concert while admiring a breath-taking panoramic view of the sea, Mount Tauro and Etna.
After your visit, you will enjoy a refreshment at a local bar and some free time.
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As this excursion involves a walk of around 1.5 miles (2 km) on rough terrain with several stairways, we advise you wear comfortable shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate clothing is required when visiting religious monuments, with knees and shoulders covered.
Inbegriffen
Preise je nach Verfügbarkeit, gelten pro Person. Vorreservierung ab zwei Monaten bis sieben Tage vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt direkt bei Ihrem PONANT Reiseberater oder über Ihr Reisebüro, je nach Verfügbarkeit.Lecce - Florence of southern Italy
The city of Lecce has earned itself various epithets thanks to its beauty and its historical and architectural treasures: in fact, it is usually referred to as “the Florence of Southern Italy” or “open-air museum” for the abundance of churches and noble palaces, made more elegant and refined by the unique and sumptuous decorations realized with the “leccese stone”, a particular stone whose colour gets the same nuance as honey under the rays of the sun.
Set in the very heart of the Salento region, called “the Heel of Italy’s boot”, Lecce dates back to Roman times: in fact, you can still admire in Piazza St. Oronzo the Roman Amphitheatre (from outside) which dates back to the second century A.D. and could hold up to 20,000 spectators. In it gladiators used to face and fight against wild animals.
From Otranto, board your coach for the one-hour drive to Lecce where your walking tour of the old town will start. Walk the centre of town with your guide to discover a remarkable architectural style known as the “Barocco Leccese”. From the 16th to the 18th century, Lecce knew a period of great splendour during which it was embellished with Rococo’ and Baroque Monuments. The local finely grained limestone was particularly easy to work, making easy the creation of a very decorative style, with delicate details, which you will recognize immediately.
During the tour you will visit Santa Croce Basilica (only outside visit), which is sumptuously decorated, without being overbearing: close to it you can admire the impressive façade of the Governor’s Palace (the former monastery of the Celestine monks). Your tour cannot end without a visit of what is considered one of the finest squares in Southern Italy: Piazza Duomo, where the Cathedral as well as the Archbishop’s Palace are located. Following your visits, you will enjoy a nice local break tasting Apulian wine and local delicacies.
Some free time will allow you to wander at leisure for shopping before returning to Otranto and your ship.
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This tour involves approximately 1.3 miles (2 km) of walking, mainly over uneven and cobblestone streets. We recommend you to wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. The inside visit of the Basilica is not permitted on Sundays due to religious services. Appropriate dress is recommended to enter religious sites (shoulders and knees must be covered). Tasting is included in your tour.
Inbegriffen
Preise je nach Verfügbarkeit, gelten pro Person. Vorreservierung ab zwei Monaten bis sieben Tage vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt direkt bei Ihrem PONANT Reiseberater oder über Ihr Reisebüro, je nach Verfügbarkeit.Pizzica dance, Apulian folkloric show
The pizzica belongs to the large family of traditional dances known as tarantella, and was a popular dance in Puglia and Basilicata until the 1970s.
As well as being performed at festive occasions by various family groups or local communities, the pizzica also accompanied the ritual of tarentism (therapeutic treatments to cure the venom of the tarantula) in the Salento area. It was performed by orchestras made up of various instruments, with the tambourine and violin standing out for their rhythmic and melodic characteristics.
Today, you'll be treated to a performance by three musicians and one dancer, dressed in traditional costumes. Let yourself be carried away by this tradition and admire their art.
Inbegriffen
Preise je nach Verfügbarkeit, gelten pro Person. Vorreservierung ab zwei Monaten bis sieben Tage vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt direkt bei Ihrem PONANT Reiseberater oder über Ihr Reisebüro, je nach Verfügbarkeit.Mini tour of Montenegro with lunch
From the pier, board your coach for a 1-hour drive to Njegusi, you will drive through the Lovcen Mountain region, a national park of 6,500 acres (26 km2) which rises to an altitude of 5,400 ft (1,750 metres), providing panoramic views. Upon arrival, you will discover the village, birth place of Petrovic dynasty and especially the one of Petar II Petrovic Njegos, king and great poet who reigned over Montenegrin in the 19th century.
After a 45-minutes drive, you will continue to Cetinje, located in the fields at the base of the Lovcen mountain. The village is a treasure of Montenegrin cultural and historical heritage as it was the ancient capital during King Nicolas 1st reign. This museum town who became city of kings is famous for its monastery and its museum that you will visit, before enjoying a local lunch in a typical restaurant, located in the area.
After your lunch, you will drive to Budva and its old town. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to see most beautiful coasts and their numerous beaches. Budva is rich in historic monuments and churches and represents a treasure chest of culture heritage.
Once arriving, you will start your guided walking visit of the town before enjoying some free time.
Finally, you will reach Kotor after a one-hour drive taking a road with 25-hairpin bends.
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This tour involves approximately 1 mile (1,5 km) of walking over cobble stone streets with some steps. The road is very windy with several hairpin bends. This tour is not recommended for guests suffering from motion sickness. Proper attire is required (knees and shoulders covered). The lunch is included on your tour and is accompanied with one glass of wine, water and coffee. The visits are only outside visits at Budva and Njegusi.
Inbegriffen
Preise je nach Verfügbarkeit, gelten pro Person. Vorreservierung ab zwei Monaten bis sieben Tage vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt direkt bei Ihrem PONANT Reiseberater oder über Ihr Reisebüro, je nach Verfügbarkeit.Treasures & panorama of Dubrovnik
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.
After visiting the monastery, you will go to the Assumption Cathedral built in the 18th century on the ruins of a church dating from the 12th century destroyed by an earthquake in 1667. This one might surprise you by its simplicity and the clarity of its interior, but its treasure is among the richest in Europe, with a unique collection of relics in gold and silver.
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, enjoy some time on your own in the Old Town, before proceeding 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.
Enjoy a refreshment before heding back to your ship.
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This tour is mainly done by foot on cobblestone streets with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate clothing is recommended to enter religious sites: shoulders and knees must be covered. In case of religious office, the visit of the Cathedral will be cancelled. It is not permitted to take photos of the treasures. According to the period, some waiting time can be expected at the cable car.
Inbegriffen
Preise je nach Verfügbarkeit, gelten pro Person. Vorreservierung ab zwei Monaten bis sieben Tage vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt direkt bei Ihrem PONANT Reiseberater oder über Ihr Reisebüro, je nach Verfügbarkeit.Walking on Ston walls & oyster tasting
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.
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This tour is an active hiking tour and involves approximately 2 miles (3 km) of walking on uneven and sloping grounds with over 250 steps. We recommend you wear comfortable hiking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Tour is not recommended for guests who are not in good phyisical shape.The tasting is included on your tour. This tour is limited to 40 participants.
Inbegriffen
Preise je nach Verfügbarkeit, gelten pro Person. Vorreservierung ab zwei Monaten bis sieben Tage vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt direkt bei Ihrem PONANT Reiseberater oder über Ihr Reisebüro, je nach Verfügbarkeit.Hvar & its religious heritage
This small and charming town is located around a natural port and it is undoubtedly one of the most famous seaside resorts of Dalmatian coast.
A lot of splendid monuments as the Cathedral, the ancient Arsenal and different palaces are bearing witness to a rich history of Gothic and Renaissance arts.
From the pier, follow your guide through narrow tiny streets to the 15th century Franciscan Monastery. The cloister with its rounded arches and a well in the middle dominates the Renaissance monastery. The former spacious refectory and a small, adjacent room have been turned into the monastery museum. Along with a collection of old books and coins, the famous "Last Supper", a work belonging to the Venetian School of Palma the Younger from the end of the 16th century, has the strongest claims on the attention of the numerous visitors.
After crossing the main square, you will pass by the Cathedral of Saint Stephan (outside visit). It was built in stages during the 16th and 17th centuries, while the interior was not wholly completed until the 18th century. From outside, it has the characteristics of the Renaissance style and inside the baroque style.
Then, you will visit the Benedictine Monastery, which holds a rich collection of lace made of agave leaves.
After this walking tour you may follow your guide back to the pier or stay in town for some time at leisure.
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This excursion involves 2 hours of walking, covering approximately 1 mile (1.5 km) over cobblestone streets and some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate dress is recommended to enter religious sites (shoulders and knees must be covered).
Inbegriffen
Preise je nach Verfügbarkeit, gelten pro Person. Vorreservierung ab zwei Monaten bis sieben Tage vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt direkt bei Ihrem PONANT Reiseberater oder über Ihr Reisebüro, je nach Verfügbarkeit.Rovinj & its cathedral
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.
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This excursion involves approximately 1.5 hour of walking on cobblestone streets with some steps. We recommend you to wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate dress is recommended to enter religious sites (shoulders and knees must be covered).
Inbegriffen
Preise je nach Verfügbarkeit, gelten pro Person. Vorreservierung ab zwei Monaten bis sieben Tage vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt direkt bei Ihrem PONANT Reiseberater oder über Ihr Reisebüro, je nach Verfügbarkeit.L'Austral
Innovatives Design, schlanke Silhouette, erlesene Innenausstattung, warme und intime Atmosphäre: Französische Designer und Dekorateure haben diesem Schiff mit klarer Handschrift einen einzigartigen Stil verliehen. Verbindungen von edlen Materialien, harmonischen Farben, die durch helle Akzente unterstrichen werden, gediegene Linien, subtile und diskrete Raffinesse: Hier wurde an alles gedacht, um eine einzigartige Bordatmosphäre mit dem Charakter, dem Chic und der Ungezwungenheit einer echten Privatjacht zu kreieren.
Decks
Inkludierte Leistungen im Überblick
Inklusivleistungen im Überblick
Französische Lebenskunst, aufmerksamer Service, feinste Gourmetküche, Freizeitangebote, Spa: Unsere Kreuzfahrten schenken wertvolle Momente voller Ruhe und Entspannung, Abenteuer und Entdeckung. Und mit unserer Vielzahl an bereits inkludierten Leistungen wird aus Ihrer Zeit an Bord eine richtige Auszeit vom Alltag.
SAVOIR VIVRE INKLUSIVE
- Vollpension, von der Anreise bis zum Tag der Abreise
- Hochwertige Gourmetküche in allen Restaurants
- Sämtliche Getränke in Markenqualität(1) in den Restaurants, Bars und der Minibar (darunter u.a. Haus-Champagner, ausgewählte Weine und Marken-Spirituosen, Bier, Mixgetränke, Wasser, Softdrinks, Säfte, Kaffee und Tee)
- 24-Stunden-Roomservice (ausgewählte Speisen)
- Butler-Service in ausgewählten Suitenkategorien(2)
- Kostenfreier und unbegrenzter Internetzugang an Bord(3)
- Abendprogramm, Shows und sonstiges Entertainment
- Zugang zu Fitnessbereich und Hamam/Sauna (je nach Schiff)
- Internationale Vorträge durch Lektoren
- Nicht-motorisierte Wassersportaktivitäten (außer Tauchen), wie Kajak und Stand-up-Paddling, je nach Schiff, unter Wetter- und Sicherheitsbedingungen und nach örtlicher Genehmigung und Zustimmung des Kapitäns
- Alle Nationalparkgebühren für geschützte Zonen
- Alle Hafen-/Sicherheitsgebühren
- Zusätzlich bei Expeditionskreuzfahrten: Begleitung durch ein Team von Naturführern, Ausfahrten und Anladungen mit Zodiacs, Landgänge, Vorträge und Informationsveranstaltungen mit Naturführern, bei Polarexpeditionen: Parka geschenkt und Verleih von Gummistiefeln
(1) Ausgenommen Premium-Getränke.
(2) Le Boréal, L’Austral, Le Soléal und Le Lyrial: alle Suiten auf Deck 6; PONANT Explorers: Owner Suite, Grand Deluxe Suite, Privilege Suite sowie Prestige Suiten auf Deck 6; Le Commandant Charcot: Owner Suite, Duplex Suite, Privilege Suite und Grand Prestige Suite; Paul Gauguin: Owner Suite, Grand Suite, Veranda Suite A und Veranda-Kabine B.
(3) Je nach Fahrtgebiet kann es sein, dass die WLAN-Verbindung aus Gründen, die außerhalb unserer Kontrolle liegen, nicht verfügbar ist..
Inkludierte Landausflüge
Während der Reise profitieren Sie von einem im Reisepreis inbegriffenen Landausflug pro Person und pro Anlaufhafen, auszuwählen aus einem von PONANT zusammengestellten Angebot. Ob Sie nun ein Museum oder eine UNESCO-Welterbestätte besuchen, eine Aktivität in der Natur unternehmen oder lokale Produkte probieren oder an einer der vielen anderen einmaligen Aktivitäten teilnehmen, eine Vielfalt von ansprechenden und sorgfältig vorbereiteten Ausflügen erwartet Sie unterwegs.
*Die Vorreservierungen werden etwa zwei Monate vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt geöffnet.Anfragen werden je nach Verfügbarkeit in der Reihenfolge ihres Eingangs bearbeitet.
Lektor
An Bord Ihres Schiffes bieten Ihnen ausgewählte Lektoren kulturelle und historische Einblicke, damit Sie noch mehr über Ihr Reiseziel erfahren können: den Ursprung der lokalen Traditionen, die Geschichte symbolischer Orte, berühmte Persönlichkeiten und historische Helden... Die Experten begleiten Sie während der gesamten Kreuzfahrt, an Bord und bei den Ausflügen an Land, um ihr Know-how und ihre Einsichten mit Ihnen zu teilen.
Kid Explorers
Willkommen bei den jungen Entdeckern! Dank des Kid Explorers Club der Maud Fontenoy Foundation können Kinder ab 4 Jahren an Bord unserer Schiffe und ab 6 Jahren an Bord der Le Commandant Charcot an zahlreichen Aktivitäten teilnehmen, die speziell von einem Team an Bord organisiert werden. Dazu gehören Basteln, Gesellschaftsspiele, DVD-Abende, Entdeckung der Berufe an Bord oder betreute Ausflüge und Landgänge für Kinder ab 4 Jahren. Im Mittelpunkt unseres Konzepts steht die Vermittlung von Wissen über die Ozeane und die Notwendigkeit, sie zu schützen. Genießen Sie also den Zauber Ihres Reiseziels in aller Ruhe und mit dem Wissen, dass Ihr Kind mit einem Aktivitätsprogramm beschäftigt ist, das in Zusammenarbeit mit der Maud-Fontenoy-Stiftung speziell für sie entwickelt wurde und jeden Tag in dem Tages Programm eingetragen wird.
Unsere Zusatzleistungen
01.08.2025 - FLIGHTS FROM/TO PARIS + VISIT OF MDINA AND PALAZZO PARISIO (PRE) + DIRECT TRANSFER FROM PORT TO VENICE AIRPORT (POST)
€ 1'395
Details
31.07.2025 - FLIGHTS FROM/TO PARIS + VISIT OF MDINA, GOURMET LUNCH AND WINE TASTING 1N (PRE) + DIRECT TRANSFER FROM PORT TO VENICE AIRPORT (POST)
€ 1'925
DetailsVISIT OF MDINA AND PALAZZO PARISIO
Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your daytime between airport and embarkation port.
Valletta
Meet at the airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT.
Then, proceed to Mdina - Malta’s Old Capital, one of the locations used by the film “Black Eagle” featuring Jean-Claude Van Damme, and by “Game of Thrones” series. Mdina is one of Europe’s finest examples of an ancient walled city, with its extraordinary mix of medieval and Baroque architecture.
Continue with the visit of Palazzo Parisio, a unique 19th century palace in the heart of the Mediterranean. Palazzo Parisio is not only another palace of the legendary Knights of St. John, but the ultimate memorial of ambitions, aspirations and pretensions of a 19th century noble family. It houses two baroque walled gardens, including a lovely orangery – a miniature Versailles.
Enjoy a small snack in the Palace.
You will then be transferred to the pier to embark on your ship.
Your programme includes:
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Transfers, and visits as mentioned in the programme.
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Services of a local English-speaking guide.
Your programme does not include:
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Tips for the driver and local guide.
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Personal expenses and other services not mentioned in the programme.
Duration and price of the visits are given as a guide only. The order of the visits may be reversed. 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 : € 210
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.VISIT OF MDINA, GOURMET LUNCH AND WINE TASTING (1 NIGHT)
Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Day 1 – Valletta
Meet and greet at the airport arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the PONANT selected flight or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
You will be transferred to your hotel The Phoenica 5*.
Check-in in your room.
The end of the day and dinner are at leisure.
Day 2 – Valletta
Set off from your hotel with a local guide and start your day by visiting Mdina. Take a stroll through the Silent City’s narrow streets and visit the Mdina cathedral and fortifications. Mdina, Malta’s Old Capital, was used as a filming location for the movie Black Eagle, starring Jean-Claude Van Damme, and for the Game of Thrones series. With its extraordinary mix of medieval and Baroque architecture, Mdina is one of Europe’s finest examples of an ancient walled city.
You will then proceed to a local boutique winery, where wine is produced on an estate comprising four hectares of terraced vineyards. It was built with weathered limestone blocks that perfectly blend old-world charm with practical, modern architectural touches. About 15,000 vines are planted on this estate, along with around 200 olive trees plus fig trees, carob trees, and other indigenous Maltese flora. After the visit, you will have the opportunity to taste three fine wines.
This will be followed by a fine meal at a local gourmet restaurant.
You will then be transferred to the port in time for embarkation onboard your ship.
Your hotel:
The luxurious Phoenicia Hotel 5* dates back to 1935. Surrounded by seven acres of gardens, it is ideally located next to the Triton Fountain in Valletta's City Gate Square, just outside the ancient city walls. The rooms are spacious and elegant with modern furnishings. You have a choice of three restaurants, serving a range of Maltese and Mediterranean food. The pool bar and restaurant offer a resort-style setting overlooking Grand Harbour. The hotel is also equipped with a gym and spa. Wi-Fi is available to all guests, throughout the hotel.
Your programme includes:
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1-night accommodation at the Phoenicia Hotel 5* (or similar) in Executive room, breakfast included.
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Meals as mentioned in the programme.
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Beverages package during meals (mineral water + 1 soft drink or 1 local beer + 1 coffee or tea).
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Transfers, visits and entrance fees as mentioned in the programme.
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Local English-speaking guide.
Your programme does not include:
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Lunch and dinner of day 1.
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Tips for the guide and the driver.
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Personal expenses
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Other services not mentioned in the programme.
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It is imperative that the details of your departure flight are provided to your travel agent, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise, to secure the proper private transfer.
Contact of your hotel:
Phoenicia Hotel
The Mall Floriana
FRN 1478, MALTA
Telephone number: +356 2122 5241
Duration of the visits are given as a guide only. The order of the visits may be reversed. 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 : € 740
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.Taormina & Greek Theatre
From the pier, you will be transferred by coach to the ancient Greek town of Taormina, a 30-minute drive.
Called Tauromenium in ancient times, Taormina clings to the side of Mount Tauro and offers superb views, splashed with the vibrant colours of bougainvillea and oleanders, of the Mediterranean Sea, Isola Bella and a snow-capped Etna in the background.
A maze of narrow streets, stairs and tiny squares, Taormina has attracted many civilisations over the centuries. It is home to theatres and a gymnasium from the Greek period, an Odeon and baths from Roman times, buildings blending Arab and Norman cultures, traces of Byzantine, and villas belonging to European aristocracy in the 18th and 19th centuries.
You will start your excursion with a visit on foot to the historic centre. You will cross the famous Corso Umberto to discover numerous monuments from several eras, and admire Porta Catania, the Cathedral, Piazza IX Aprile and Palazzo Corvaja.
You will then arrive at Teatro Antico, a theatre built by the Greeks in the 3rd century BC, and almost completely rebuilt by the Romans who created a gladiatorial arena. The theatre is the second largest in Sicily after the one in Syracuse. Due to its size and acoustic quality the theatre is still used to host festivals and concerts. Seated on the stone terraces, the audience can enjoy the concert while admiring a breath-taking panoramic view of the sea, Mount Tauro and Etna.
After your visit, you will enjoy a refreshment at a local bar and some free time.
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As this excursion involves a walk of around 1.5 miles (2 km) on rough terrain with several stairways, we advise you wear comfortable shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate clothing is required when visiting religious monuments, with knees and shoulders covered.
Inbegriffen
Preise je nach Verfügbarkeit, gelten pro Person. Vorreservierung ab zwei Monaten bis sieben Tage vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt direkt bei Ihrem PONANT Reiseberater oder über Ihr Reisebüro, je nach Verfügbarkeit.Lecce - Florence of southern Italy
The city of Lecce has earned itself various epithets thanks to its beauty and its historical and architectural treasures: in fact, it is usually referred to as “the Florence of Southern Italy” or “open-air museum” for the abundance of churches and noble palaces, made more elegant and refined by the unique and sumptuous decorations realized with the “leccese stone”, a particular stone whose colour gets the same nuance as honey under the rays of the sun.
Set in the very heart of the Salento region, called “the Heel of Italy’s boot”, Lecce dates back to Roman times: in fact, you can still admire in Piazza St. Oronzo the Roman Amphitheatre (from outside) which dates back to the second century A.D. and could hold up to 20,000 spectators. In it gladiators used to face and fight against wild animals.
From Otranto, board your coach for the one-hour drive to Lecce where your walking tour of the old town will start. Walk the centre of town with your guide to discover a remarkable architectural style known as the “Barocco Leccese”. From the 16th to the 18th century, Lecce knew a period of great splendour during which it was embellished with Rococo’ and Baroque Monuments. The local finely grained limestone was particularly easy to work, making easy the creation of a very decorative style, with delicate details, which you will recognize immediately.
During the tour you will visit Santa Croce Basilica (only outside visit), which is sumptuously decorated, without being overbearing: close to it you can admire the impressive façade of the Governor’s Palace (the former monastery of the Celestine monks). Your tour cannot end without a visit of what is considered one of the finest squares in Southern Italy: Piazza Duomo, where the Cathedral as well as the Archbishop’s Palace are located. Following your visits, you will enjoy a nice local break tasting Apulian wine and local delicacies.
Some free time will allow you to wander at leisure for shopping before returning to Otranto and your ship.
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This tour involves approximately 1.3 miles (2 km) of walking, mainly over uneven and cobblestone streets. We recommend you to wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. The inside visit of the Basilica is not permitted on Sundays due to religious services. Appropriate dress is recommended to enter religious sites (shoulders and knees must be covered). Tasting is included in your tour.
Inbegriffen
Preise je nach Verfügbarkeit, gelten pro Person. Vorreservierung ab zwei Monaten bis sieben Tage vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt direkt bei Ihrem PONANT Reiseberater oder über Ihr Reisebüro, je nach Verfügbarkeit.Pizzica dance, Apulian folkloric show
The pizzica belongs to the large family of traditional dances known as tarantella, and was a popular dance in Puglia and Basilicata until the 1970s.
As well as being performed at festive occasions by various family groups or local communities, the pizzica also accompanied the ritual of tarentism (therapeutic treatments to cure the venom of the tarantula) in the Salento area. It was performed by orchestras made up of various instruments, with the tambourine and violin standing out for their rhythmic and melodic characteristics.
Today, you'll be treated to a performance by three musicians and one dancer, dressed in traditional costumes. Let yourself be carried away by this tradition and admire their art.
Inbegriffen
Preise je nach Verfügbarkeit, gelten pro Person. Vorreservierung ab zwei Monaten bis sieben Tage vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt direkt bei Ihrem PONANT Reiseberater oder über Ihr Reisebüro, je nach Verfügbarkeit.Mini tour of Montenegro with lunch
From the pier, board your coach for a 1-hour drive to Njegusi, you will drive through the Lovcen Mountain region, a national park of 6,500 acres (26 km2) which rises to an altitude of 5,400 ft (1,750 metres), providing panoramic views. Upon arrival, you will discover the village, birth place of Petrovic dynasty and especially the one of Petar II Petrovic Njegos, king and great poet who reigned over Montenegrin in the 19th century.
After a 45-minutes drive, you will continue to Cetinje, located in the fields at the base of the Lovcen mountain. The village is a treasure of Montenegrin cultural and historical heritage as it was the ancient capital during King Nicolas 1st reign. This museum town who became city of kings is famous for its monastery and its museum that you will visit, before enjoying a local lunch in a typical restaurant, located in the area.
After your lunch, you will drive to Budva and its old town. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to see most beautiful coasts and their numerous beaches. Budva is rich in historic monuments and churches and represents a treasure chest of culture heritage.
Once arriving, you will start your guided walking visit of the town before enjoying some free time.
Finally, you will reach Kotor after a one-hour drive taking a road with 25-hairpin bends.
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This tour involves approximately 1 mile (1,5 km) of walking over cobble stone streets with some steps. The road is very windy with several hairpin bends. This tour is not recommended for guests suffering from motion sickness. Proper attire is required (knees and shoulders covered). The lunch is included on your tour and is accompanied with one glass of wine, water and coffee. The visits are only outside visits at Budva and Njegusi.
Inbegriffen
Preise je nach Verfügbarkeit, gelten pro Person. Vorreservierung ab zwei Monaten bis sieben Tage vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt direkt bei Ihrem PONANT Reiseberater oder über Ihr Reisebüro, je nach Verfügbarkeit.Treasures & panorama of Dubrovnik
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.
After visiting the monastery, you will go to the Assumption Cathedral built in the 18th century on the ruins of a church dating from the 12th century destroyed by an earthquake in 1667. This one might surprise you by its simplicity and the clarity of its interior, but its treasure is among the richest in Europe, with a unique collection of relics in gold and silver.
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, enjoy some time on your own in the Old Town, before proceeding 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.
Enjoy a refreshment before heding back to your ship.
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This tour is mainly done by foot on cobblestone streets with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate clothing is recommended to enter religious sites: shoulders and knees must be covered. In case of religious office, the visit of the Cathedral will be cancelled. It is not permitted to take photos of the treasures. According to the period, some waiting time can be expected at the cable car.
Inbegriffen
Preise je nach Verfügbarkeit, gelten pro Person. Vorreservierung ab zwei Monaten bis sieben Tage vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt direkt bei Ihrem PONANT Reiseberater oder über Ihr Reisebüro, je nach Verfügbarkeit.Walking on Ston walls & oyster tasting
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.
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This tour is an active hiking tour and involves approximately 2 miles (3 km) of walking on uneven and sloping grounds with over 250 steps. We recommend you wear comfortable hiking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Tour is not recommended for guests who are not in good phyisical shape.The tasting is included on your tour. This tour is limited to 40 participants.
Inbegriffen
Preise je nach Verfügbarkeit, gelten pro Person. Vorreservierung ab zwei Monaten bis sieben Tage vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt direkt bei Ihrem PONANT Reiseberater oder über Ihr Reisebüro, je nach Verfügbarkeit.Hvar & its religious heritage
This small and charming town is located around a natural port and it is undoubtedly one of the most famous seaside resorts of Dalmatian coast.
A lot of splendid monuments as the Cathedral, the ancient Arsenal and different palaces are bearing witness to a rich history of Gothic and Renaissance arts.
From the pier, follow your guide through narrow tiny streets to the 15th century Franciscan Monastery. The cloister with its rounded arches and a well in the middle dominates the Renaissance monastery. The former spacious refectory and a small, adjacent room have been turned into the monastery museum. Along with a collection of old books and coins, the famous "Last Supper", a work belonging to the Venetian School of Palma the Younger from the end of the 16th century, has the strongest claims on the attention of the numerous visitors.
After crossing the main square, you will pass by the Cathedral of Saint Stephan (outside visit). It was built in stages during the 16th and 17th centuries, while the interior was not wholly completed until the 18th century. From outside, it has the characteristics of the Renaissance style and inside the baroque style.
Then, you will visit the Benedictine Monastery, which holds a rich collection of lace made of agave leaves.
After this walking tour you may follow your guide back to the pier or stay in town for some time at leisure.
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This excursion involves 2 hours of walking, covering approximately 1 mile (1.5 km) over cobblestone streets and some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate dress is recommended to enter religious sites (shoulders and knees must be covered).
Inbegriffen
Preise je nach Verfügbarkeit, gelten pro Person. Vorreservierung ab zwei Monaten bis sieben Tage vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt direkt bei Ihrem PONANT Reiseberater oder über Ihr Reisebüro, je nach Verfügbarkeit.Rovinj & its cathedral
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.
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This excursion involves approximately 1.5 hour of walking on cobblestone streets with some steps. We recommend you to wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate dress is recommended to enter religious sites (shoulders and knees must be covered).
Inbegriffen
Preise je nach Verfügbarkeit, gelten pro Person. Vorreservierung ab zwei Monaten bis sieben Tage vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt direkt bei Ihrem PONANT Reiseberater oder über Ihr Reisebüro, je nach Verfügbarkeit.DIRECT TRANSFER FROM PORT TO VENICE AIRPORT
Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your transfer between your port of disembarkation and the airport.
Venice
After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port by our local English-speaking representative. You will be taken by coach to the airport in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight.
Your programme includes:
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Transfers by coach.
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Services of a local English-speaking assistant.
Your programme does not include:
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Personal expenses.
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Other services not mentioned in the programme.
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Tips for the driver and local guide.
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 : € 65
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.FLIGHTS FROM/TO PARIS + VISIT OF MDINA AND PALAZZO PARISIO (PRE) + DIRECT TRANSFER FROM PORT TO VENICE AIRPORT (POST)
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 1'395
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.FLIGHTS FROM/TO PARIS + VISIT OF MDINA, GOURMET LUNCH AND WINE TASTING 1N (PRE) + DIRECT TRANSFER FROM PORT TO VENICE AIRPORT (POST)
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 1'925
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.