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Napoleon Bonaparte, zwischen Geschichte und Erbe
Dakar - Santos
Datum:
14.10.2023
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03.11.2023
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Nächte an Bord
In Anwesenheit von Franck Ferrand und Thierry Lentz.
Mehr als zwei Jahrhunderte nach seinem Tod ist er immer noch eine Leitfigur, ein Mythos, auf den immer wieder zurückgegriffen wird. Genialer politischer Führer, gefürchteter Kriegsherr oder Despot? Napoleon Bonaparte wirft weiterhin Fragen auf, verführt und fasziniert, weit über die Grenzen Frankreichs und Europas hinaus. Im Mai 2021 jährte sich sein Todestag zum 200. Mal. Während dieser außergewöhnlichen 21-tägigen Kreuzfahrt mit PONANT reisen Sie auf den Spuren des ersten französischen Kaisers.
An Bord der Le Lyrial fahren Sie von Dakar, der pulsierenden Hauptstadt Senegals, nach Süden auf dem Seeweg, den die Northumberland 1815 nahm, um Napoleon nach St. Helena zu bringen. Dann steuern Sie Ihren ersten Zwischenstopp an: die Insel Ascension. Auf dieser einsamen Insel richteten die Briten eine Garnison ein, um jeden Fluchtversuch des Kaisers zu vereiteln. Heute ist die Insel ein Refugium für Vögel, Meeressäuger und Meeresschildkröten.
Anschließend machen Sie auf der mythischen Insel St. Helena Station. Dieses letzte Exil auf britischem Boden wurde zu Napoleons Grab. Es ist jedoch vor allem der Ort, an dem er seine Erinnerungen diktierte und seine Legende schmiedete. Intime und bewegende Zeugnisse seiner letzten Momente auf der Insel, Longwood House und die Möbel des Kaisers werden von den französischen Behörden und der Napoleon-Stiftung sorgfältig gepflegt und bewahrt. Während Ihres Besuchs verfolgen Sie in einer idyllischen Landschaft die Geschichte zurück, weitab vom düsteren Bild der Insel.
Nach ein paar Tage auf See mit mehreren Vorträgen über das Leben des „Petit Caporal“, wie Napoleon von seinen Truppen genannt wurde, bringt Sie die Le Lyrial an die Küste Brasiliens. Nach Zwischenstopps im berauschenden Rio de Janeiro und dem authentischen Paraty endet diese herrliche Reise in Santos, einer der ersten portugiesischen Kolonien der Neuen Welt, die für ihre malerische Altstadt berühmt ist.
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Franck Ferrand
An historian by training (EHESS), author of a dozen books on history – including Versailles après les rois (Perrin), L’Histoire interdite (Tallandier), François Ier, roi de chimères (Flammarion) and Dictionnaire amoureux de Versailles (Plon), and the successful saga La Cour des Dames – Franck Ferrand has emerged over the years as one of our leading “history messengers”.
For 15 years, he has hosted historic rendezvous on Europe 1, including the famous daily slot Au cœur de l’histoire. Since September 2018, we can find him on Radio Classique in Franck Ferrand raconte which in the first week became the most downloaded programme in France. After presenting some 50 editions of L’Ombre d’un doute on France 3, he now appears every week alongside Michel Drucker in Vivement dimanche. In the last 20 years, Franck Ferrand has given literally hundreds of talks on every continent.
Language spoken: French
Please note English-speaking lecturer will also be onboard.
Photo credit: Sylvain DUMAIS
Michel Dancoisne-Martineau
Michel Dancoisne-Martineau was born on December 5, 1965 in Voyennes in the Somme (France). He studied agriculture, which he interrupted with an extended stay on St. Helena island.
He did his military service in the 519th Logistics Regiment in 1986/87. At the end of 1987, he was contracted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs as accountant, administrator and conservator and then director of French nationals properties located in St Helena (South Atlantic). In 1990, his contract was renewed with the appointment as Honorary Consul. Since then, without interruption, every three years, he has been reappointed.
Since 1995, in addition to his duties as a director, he has been conducting scientific projects and historical research for various private and public organisations. He publishes articles in various English, American and French trade journals. Among other publications, he is the director of the publication "Sainte-Hélène, île de Mémoire" published by Fayard in Paris in 2005, the author of "Chroniques de Sainte-Hélène, atlantique sud" published by Perrin in Paris in 2011, of "Je suis le gardien du tombeau vide" by Flammarion in 2017. He was one of the two curators of the Napoleon exhibition on St. Helena held at the Invalides in 2016. Since then, he has devoted himself as author and editor of a bilingual (English/French) 12-volume series on Napoleon on St Helena under the generic title "St Helena, the Pitfall of the Empire" (to date 5 volumes have been completed).
He is a knight of the national orders of the Legion of Honour and Merit as well as of the Arts and Letters. He was also made an Honorary Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire.
Languages spoken: French, English
Photo credit: David Bordes
Peter Hicks
Peter Hicks is an historian of the Napoleonic period and International Affairs manager at the Foundation Napoleon, Paris. He was Visiting Professor at the University of Bath (UK) (2008-2018) and is an Honorary Fellow of the Institute on Napoleon and the French Revolution, Florida State University, US. He also is professor at the Institute Catholic des Études Supérieures (ICES) La Roche-sur-Yon. His recent books include – (ed.), Emmanuel de Las Cases, Le Mémorial de Sainte Hélène: Le manuscript retrouvé, critical edition, with presentation and commentary with Thierry Lentz, François Houdecek and Chantal Prevot, Perrin 2017, (ed.) La bataille de Waterloo: symbole de victoire, de défaite et lieu de mémoire/Battle of Waterloo: Introductions to the Lectures and After-Thoughts – in English, (Les éditions de la Belle alliance, 2015) and The Napoleonic Empire and the New European Political Culture, with Michael Broers and Agustin Guimera, (Palgrave Macmillan, 2012).
His current publication projects include: joint-editor of volume 3 of Cambridge History of the Napoleonic Wars, (CUP 2020), a selection of British witnesses to Napoleon on St Helena (Perrin 2020). He also a musician. Recent Napoleonic projects include the creation, organization and performance of a week-long Festival of Napoleonic and Georgian music on the island of St Helena (May 2019) (concerts, recital, singing day) and a concert of Napoleonic music, Hôtel des Invalides, Paris, 24 May 2018 (choir, soloists and orchestra). His upcoming Napoleonic musical projects include: a Napoleonic recital (piano and voice), Savile Club, London, February 2020, and the creation, organization and conducting of two concerts of famous and rare Napoleonic music, Hôtel des Invalides, February 2021 (choir, soloists and orchestra).
Spoken languages: French, English
Photo credit: J-P Pouteau / Apprentis d'Auteuil 2013
Thierry Lentz
Thierry Lentz has been director of the Napoleon Foundation since June 2000, and responsible for the course on Consulate and Empire at the Catholic Institute of Higher Education (La Roche-sur-Yon) since 2012 in the Napoleon Chair created by this private university. He is one of those behind the publication of Correspondance générale de Napoléon (15 volumes) and a major restoration of French estates associated with Napoleon on St Helena, completed in 2015. Today, he also manages the non-profit organisation that runs these estates (St Helena Napoleonic Heritage Ltd).
Thierry Lentz has published around 30 books on the Napoleonic period (and other subjects) including the Nouvelle histoire du Premier Empire in four volumes (Fayard, 2002-210). His latest work is Bonaparte n’est plus ! Le monde apprend la mort de Napoléon, Perrin, 2019.
For his many works as an historian, he was awarded the Paul-Michel Perret Prize in 1993 by the Académie des Sciences Morales et Politiques which in 2018 also awarded him the Charles-Aubert Prize for the body of his work. In 2013 he received the Guizot Prize from the Académie Française.
Language spoken: French
Photo credit: ARR
À l’occasion du bicentenaire de la publication du Mémorial de Sainte-Hélène, œuvre d’Emmanuel de Las Cases inspirée des propos de Napoléon en exil, nous vous proposons une croisière thématique dans l’Atlantique sud, avec, chose très rare, trois journées entières dans cette île où l’Empereur déchu passa, d’octobre 1815 à mai 1821, les dernières années de sa vie.
Quelques-uns des plus grands spécialistes du Premier Empire ont été réunis par Franck Ferrand pour évoquer la première abdication, le premier exil, les Cent-Jours, la seconde abdication, la déportation et l’ensemble de l’exil du grand homme, ainsi que les circonstances controversées de son décès, et retracer le quotidien à la résidence impériale de Longwood, autour des figures familières du souverain : Bertrand, Gourgaud, Montholon, Las Cases, Marchand, Cipriani, Ali, etc.
Autour de Franck Ferrand, Thierry Lentz, directeur de la fondation Napoléon, le chercheur, collectionneur et musicien Peter Hicks et le conservateur des Domaines français de Sainte-Hélène, Michel Dancoisne-Martineau, proposeront chacun des causeries et des échanges ; plusieurs tables rondes, dont une en duplex avec des conférenciers parisiens, seront également organisées, ainsi qu’un festival en mer de films napoléoniens.
Ce voyage à Sainte-Hélène, digne point d’orgue des nombreuses célébrations du bicentenaire napoléonien, devrait rester dans les mémoires comme un moment d’évocation, d’échange et de partage sans précédent.
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Franck Ferrand
An historian by training (EHESS), author of a dozen books on history – including Versailles après les rois (Perrin), L’Histoire interdite (Tallandier), François Ier, roi de chimères (Flammarion) and Dictionnaire amoureux de Versailles (Plon), and the successful saga La Cour des Dames – Franck Ferrand has emerged over the years as one of our leading “history messengers”.
For 15 years, he has hosted historic rendezvous on Europe 1, including the famous daily slot Au cœur de l’histoire. Since September 2018, we can find him on Radio Classique in Franck Ferrand raconte which in the first week became the most downloaded programme in France. After presenting some 50 editions of L’Ombre d’un doute on France 3, he now appears every week alongside Michel Drucker in Vivement dimanche. In the last 20 years, Franck Ferrand has given literally hundreds of talks on every continent.
Language spoken: French
Please note English-speaking lecturer will also be onboard.
Photo credit: Sylvain DUMAIS
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
Highlights
- Außergewöhnliche Kreuzfahrt auf den Spuren Napoleons, dem ersten Kaiser der Franzosen
- Vorträge an Bord von Thierry Lentz, dem Direktor der Napoleon-Stiftung, von Michel Dancoisne-Martineau, dem Direktor der nationalen Domänen auf St. Helena, Südatlantik, dem französischen Honorarkonsul, von Peter Hicks, einem britischen Historiker und Kirchenmusiker, und von einem großen Evokator, Franck Ferrand.
- Zwei Abendessen inspiriert von den Menüs und Weinen, die Napoleon während seines Exils serviert wurden
- Ein Vortrag und zwei Konzerte über das Thema Napoleon, von dem Historiker und Muziker Peter Hicks
- Vorführungen von historischen Filmen und Dokumentationen über die napoleonische Epoche
- Auf St. Helena unterwegs „auf den Spuren Napoleons“: den Briars Pavillon, Longwood House, das Cottage von General Bertrand und das „Tal des Grabes“
- Entdeckung des natürlichen und kulturellen Erbes der Insel: Jamestown, Vulkanlandschaft und Naturpark
Häfen & Landausflüge
14. Oktober 2023 - Dakar
Einschiffung 14.10.2023 von 15:30 bis 16:30
Abfahrt 14.10.2023 um 17:30
An der Spitze des afrikanischen Kontinents macht sich die surrende Hauptstadt Senegals übermäßig auf der Halbinsel Cap Vert breit. Wenn Sie auch dieser Gigantismus beeindrucken mag, Dakar besticht vor allem durch die Vielfalt der Viertel, die Attraktivität der kulturellen Szene und den Reichtum der natürlichen Umgebung. Im historischen Zentrum begegnen Sie auf dem Kermel-Markt einer Fülle von Farben und Gaumengenüssen. Weitab vom Trubel der Stadt ist die Insel Gorée, die zum Welterbe der UNESCO zählt, als Ort des Sklavenhandels und der Erinnerung bekannt. Auf der anderen Seite des Plateaus liegen die unberührten Magdalenen-Inseln in einem geschützten Nationalpark.
15. Oktober 2023 18. Oktober 2023 - Auf See
Ankunft 15.10.2023
Abfahrt 18.10.2023
Genießen Sie während der Überfahrt auf See die zahlreichen Freizeitangebote an Bord. Gönnen Sie sich Entspannung im Spa oder halten Sie sich im Fitnessraum in Form. Lassen Sie sich je nach Jahreszeit zu einem Sprung in den Pool oder zu einem Sonnenbad verlocken. Dieser Reise ohne Zwischenstopp bietet auch Gelegenheit, einer Konferenz oder einer der an Bord angebotenen Vorstellungen beizuwohnen, abhängig von den angebotenen Aktivitäten, oder in der Boutique ein wenig zu shoppen oder die PONANT-Fotografen in ihrem eigenen Bereich aufzusuchen. Wer das offene Meer liebt, bewundert auf dem Oberdeck das Schauspiel der Wogen und kann mit etwas Glück Meerestiere beobachten. Eine zauberhafte kleine Auszeit mit Komfort, Entspannung und Unterhaltung.
19. Oktober 2023 - Georgetown, Ascension
Ankunft 19.10.2023 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 19.10.2023 am frühen Abend
Diese trockene Insel mit ihrer Mondlandschaft mitten im Atlantik ist nicht so verlassen, wie man denkt. Aufgrund ihrer Lage machten Briten und Amerikaner sie zu einer Militärbasis und zu einer strategischen Luftbrücke. Die erste Garnison wurde 1815 aufgestellt, um jeden Fluchtversuch von Napoleon zu vereiteln, der fast 1000 Kilometer entfernt auf der Insel St. Helena verbannt war. Die Festungen und Kasernen der Royal Navy aus dieser Zeit können besichtigt werden. Eine dichte Artenvielfalt der Meere umgibt diese Insel. Sie ist einer der wichtigsten Brutplätze für die tropischen Seevögel und Suppenschildkröten, die ihre Fußspuren an den herrlichen Stränden der Insel hinterlassen, bevor sie an die brasilianische Küste zurückkehren.
20. Oktober 2023 21. Oktober 2023 - Auf See
Ankunft 20.10.2023
Abfahrt 21.10.2023
Genießen Sie während der Überfahrt auf See die zahlreichen Freizeitangebote an Bord. Gönnen Sie sich Entspannung im Spa oder halten Sie sich im Fitnessraum in Form. Lassen Sie sich je nach Jahreszeit zu einem Sprung in den Pool oder zu einem Sonnenbad verlocken. Dieser Reise ohne Zwischenstopp bietet auch Gelegenheit, einer Konferenz oder einer der an Bord angebotenen Vorstellungen beizuwohnen, abhängig von den angebotenen Aktivitäten, oder in der Boutique ein wenig zu shoppen oder die PONANT-Fotografen in ihrem eigenen Bereich aufzusuchen. Wer das offene Meer liebt, bewundert auf dem Oberdeck das Schauspiel der Wogen und kann mit etwas Glück Meerestiere beobachten. Eine zauberhafte kleine Auszeit mit Komfort, Entspannung und Unterhaltung.
22. Oktober 2023 24. Oktober 2023 - Jamestown, Insel St. Helena
Ankunft 22.10.2023 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 24.10.2023 am Nachmittag
Eingebettet in ein Tal vulkanischen Ursprungs, versprüht Jamestown den Charme eines kleinen englischen Dorfes in den Tropen. Die französischen Behörden auf der Insel hüten die Zeugnisse des Exils des Kaisers an diesem wichtigen Ort der Legende Napoleons, insbesondere die Pavillons Briars und Longwood, das „Tal des Grabes“ und das Haus von General Bertrand. Dort starb Napoleon 1821, nachdem er 1815 unter britischem Geleit an Bord der Northumberland nach St. Helena gekommen war. Im Gegensatz zu der trockenen Hölle, die er in seinen treuen Gefährten diktierten Erinnerungen beschrieb, werden Sie feststellen, dass diese natürliche Festung eine Landschaft voller Kontraste zwischen steilen Klippen und fruchtbarem, mit einer üppigen Natur bedecktem Land bietet.
25. Oktober 2023 30. Oktober 2023 - Auf See
Ankunft 25.10.2023
Abfahrt 30.10.2023
Genießen Sie während der Überfahrt auf See die zahlreichen Freizeitangebote an Bord. Gönnen Sie sich Entspannung im Spa oder halten Sie sich im Fitnessraum in Form. Lassen Sie sich je nach Jahreszeit zu einem Sprung in den Pool oder zu einem Sonnenbad verlocken. Dieser Reise ohne Zwischenstopp bietet auch Gelegenheit, einer Konferenz oder einer der an Bord angebotenen Vorstellungen beizuwohnen, abhängig von den angebotenen Aktivitäten, oder in der Boutique ein wenig zu shoppen oder die PONANT-Fotografen in ihrem eigenen Bereich aufzusuchen. Wer das offene Meer liebt, bewundert auf dem Oberdeck das Schauspiel der Wogen und kann mit etwas Glück Meerestiere beobachten. Eine zauberhafte kleine Auszeit mit Komfort, Entspannung und Unterhaltung.
31. Oktober 2023 1. November 2023 - Rio de Janeiro
Ankunft 31.10.2023 mittags
Abfahrt 01.11.2023 am späten Abend
Die ehemalige Hauptstadt Brasiliens mit dem Beinamen die "wunderbare Stadt" liegt am Eingang der Guanabara-Bucht an der Südostküste. Der Panoramaausblick vom Gipfel des Corcovado, wo die Statue von Christus, dem Erlöser, steht, ist einfach atemberaubend. In der Stadtmitte, die üppige Gärten aufweist, sehen Sie alte Bauwerke wie das nationale Kunstmuseum neben mordernistischen Gebäuden nach dem Beispiel der Kathedrale São Sebastião. Am Meer führt Sie die Avenida Atlântica entlang des berühmten Strands von Copacabana, aber Sie können auch den Zuckerhut mit der Drahtseilbahn erklimmen, um das mit grünen Gipfeln gesäumte Küstengebiet zu überschauen.
2. November 2023 - Paraty
Ankunft 02.11.2023 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 02.11.2023 am späten Nachmittag
Im Süden von Rio können Sie das charmante Dorf Paraty entdecken. Umspielt von den smaragdgrünen Gewässern der Bucht Ilha Grande undumgeben von grünen Hügeln und kleinen Inseln, ist dieses Dorf eines der Schmuckstücke der Costa Verde. Hier scheint die Zeit zum Zeitpunkt der Konquistadoren und ihrer mit Gold beladenen Galeonen stillgestanden zu sein. Sie werden den Reichtum dieses Erbes zu schätzen wissen: das Labyrinth von gepflasterten Straßen, die authentische Schönheit der Häuser im Kolonialstil, die Barockkirchen und vieles mehr. Und vor allem das lustige Treiben auf den Terrassen, wo Einheimische und Reisende gegrillten Fisch und ein paar Gläser Cachaça genießen. In gewisser Weise der Himmel auf Erden!
3. November 2023 - Santos
Ankunft 03.11.2023 am frühen Vormittag
Ausschiffung 03.11.2023 um 07:00
Unweit von São Paulo ist Santos eine der wichtigsten und ältesten Städte Brasiliens. Die 1546 von den Portugiesen gegründete Stadt im Südosten Brasiliens wurde vor allem durch den Kaffeehandel schnell zu einer wirtschaftlich bedeutenden Stadt der damaligen Zeit. Aber Santos ist weit entfernt von dem Bild, das man sich von riesigen Hafenstädten macht, die von riesigen Hallen und Containern beherrscht werden. Santos wird von zahlreichen kleinen Buchten mit smaragdgrünem Wasser durchzogen und lädt in seinen malerischen Gassen, deren Häuser noch die Spuren seiner kolonialen Vergangenheit bewahren, zu einer Reise in die Vergangenheit ein.
Napoleon's Day
You will disembark from the boat on Sunday, October 22, 2023 to set foot on the quays of Jamestown between nine and ten o'clock.
If you wish, a one-hour visit of the upper (north) part of Jamestown may be offered to you as an introduction, or later in the day as a conclusion. This is a walk of a little over one kilometre along the eastern slope of St. James Valley, with an elevation gain of no more than thirty meters.
However, all those who are impatient to discover the high places of the exile, can immediately take advantage of one of the vehicles hired by the Solomon company, whose very name has already been linked to the years of exile, since this company still bears the name of "Saul Solomon" used by the French in exile.
From Jamestown, therefore, following the same path as Napoleon on 18 October 1815, you will be taken to the Briars Pavilion where the Emperor resided until 10 December 1815 while waiting for the house chosen to accommodate him at the top of the Longwood plateau to be ready. Only the room occupied by Napoleon will be open to the public as the others, built by the Royal Navy for the British admirals who stayed there until Napoleon's death at Longwood, are currently occupied by an English senior civil servant. But this visit, with its tropical lushness, ideal temperatures and mounded construction giving it an airy feel, will give you an appreciation of why Napoleon enjoyed this short stay. During this stopover, if you feel like it, a hundred metres from your vehicle, you can also discover the ruins of the cottage where the slave Toby stayed.
It is important to know that the pavilion is only accessible by a small staircase of fifteen steps. There is currently no alternative.
Then, following the same route as Napoleon 208 years earlier, you will arrive at Longwood House where he spent his five and a half years of exile. Once you have arrived and walked down the Longwood Green, you will enter through the main entrance which was on the west side of the House.
First of all, we advise you to wander around the gardens, which have been restored to their 1821 state. Our only recommendation is this: try to forget everything you have read, heard and seen about this place of memory. Just let yourself be carried away by the emotion of the moment without making the effort to look for and therefore find everything you know about it. The Longwood House that appears to you will be yours. Only yours. Real and not the one you had preconceived in your mind.
As in the early months of exile, before the prefabricated buildings were erected for his fellow exiles, two tents will be set up for you where, if you feel like it, you can taste the sweet white wine from Groot Constantia that Napoleon also enjoyed. Of course, you can also wait until the end of the visit to Napoleon's apartments to do this.
You will notice that the rooms are very small and yet contain a great deal of furniture that was requisitioned by Sir George Cockburn in 1815 to accommodate Napoleon. For this double reason and in order to prevent unfortunate but easy accidents, the public is asked not to take photographs inside these rooms. The shop offers for sale any photographs you may need.
In Longwood, at St Mark's Church built on the site of what was Longwood New House, two Catholic services, one at 10.30am and one at 1pm, will be conducted by Father David.
Lunch will be held in the space that once made up the flats of General de Montholon, which will be set up as for any meal. But if the weather permits, you can also take your picnic with you and sit in the gardens in the shade of some of the trees that Napoleon loved so much.
Once you have finished exploring Longwood, vehicles will be waiting for you on the Longwood Green to take you to the entrance of the Tomb Forest Estate. There, along a 750 metre sloping path, you can descend to the site of Napoleon's legend. On the way back, the climb can be tiring. Just take your time.
Once back up, you will be driven back to Jamestown.
Finally, it should be noted that for obvious reasons of fluidity and so that everyone can better appreciate the tranquillity of the three sites, it will be possible for you to define by yourself the order of the visits to the three sites mentioned above in a purely indicative order. However, the picnic baskets that PONANT will prepare for you, will be available to you during your visit to Longwood.
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Fairyland to Gates of Chaos hike
A moderate walk through the countryside on the western side of the island, offering spectacular views of the island’s green natural landscapes and endemic species, as well as breathtaking volcanic dykes.
The walk commences at Fairyland and descends to one of the flax mills, where New Zealand hemp was baled when the island produced the fibre for twine and ropes, which, in its time, was a major export to Britain for use in the postal services before the invention of Nylon.
The walk follows along a foot path shaded by Eucalyptus trees and you will have the opportunity to see some of the island’s other endemic plants, such as gumwood and ebony, throughout this hike.
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The walk takes around 3 hours at a moderate pace. We recommend you wear hiking shoes, protect yourself from the sun and bring light clothing to protect against the rain and cool weather at altitude. Take your walking sticks if you have them. Public toilets are rare and very rudimentary on the routes outside Jamestown. Your guide will be Mr Michel Dancoisne-Martineau, Director of the French Domains of St Helena. This tour is limited to 20 persons. Pre-booking is required to participate in this tour.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 75
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Coastal boat tour
From the ship’s marina, you will board your local boat and start the exploration of the coast, from your anchoring point to the south-west coast of the island.
You will sail to Lemon Valley looking for dolphins, who that gather by the hundreds every year in this area (pod phenomena). The predominate species is the tropical Speckled Dolphin, which is known to be very playful with the boats and make spectacular jumps. Then, continue to the south-west of the island from where, if there are good conditions on the sea, you will go to the small Sperry Island. Nearing the cliffs, you will discover many birds’ colonies nested on the rocks (terns, gannets mask, tropic birds, noddy, petrels,). Time will be allowed in the tiny and protected island of Egg for participants who want to swim. This island was one of the most surprising guard-posts of Saint Helena. Nested on a rock in the sea with a barrel, this post was never used.
Then, you will head back to your ship.
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You are expected to comply with all security instructions given by the local staff on board and in the water (swim). This tropical island benefits from great variability in its weather conditions. We recommend protecting yourself from the sun, to carry rain clothes and warm clothes. The fauna observation is frequent but not guaranteed. If you want to swim, we recommend you wear your swimsuit under your clothes and take a towel from the ship.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 55
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Distillery tour
Known as ‘the world’s most remote distillery’, a visit to this small, family-run location is a must! The delightful range of spirits and liquors features flavours and ingredients that are locally sourced. A special promotion on the Napoleon Brandy is taking place to commemorate the Bicentenary of Napoleon (1821-2021) which, unfortunately, could not take place in 2021 due to Covid-19 Pandemic.
You will get to taste all 6 spirits and some wines.
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We recommend you wear walking shoes because the ground can be slippery. There is little walking. Spirits and liquors can be purchased at the distillery. Credit cards are accepted.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 45
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Historical walk of Jamestown
A guided tour around Jamestown provides an introduction to the island and its history. Start at Sea Front, enter the town square through the archway, see Jacob’s Ladder and its 700 steps and the Museum of St Helena, as well as St James Church, the oldest Anglican Church in the Southern Hemisphere, and the town’s Castle and gardens.
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The tour involves about 600 to 800 yards of walking on flat ground. We recommend you wear walking shoes and a hat.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 35
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Island highlights Western side
St Helena, described as the most extraordinary place on earth, is a small but fascinating island. The contrast in scenery is extremely diverse as this tour takes you from rugged coastlines through to lush green countryside with interesting and exciting points of history around every corner.
Leaving the quayside, you will travel through the island’s capital with its Georgian feel. The next stop of your tour is Ladder Hill, one of the island’s seven wonders; Jacob’s Ladder comprises of 699 steps embedded into the steep cliff face and was built in 1829 as an incline plane to haul manure and provisions from the town to the top of the hill. Ladder Hill also offers an excellent photo opportunity to see your cruise vessel anchored in James Bay. Continue on to High Knoll Fort, which is the largest fortification in St Helena.
A Historical landmark, offering spectacular views across the island. The fort was built as a safe haven for the island’s population in the event of an invasion.
Then head to Plantation Grounds and the area surrounding the Governor’s residence, which is home to the island’s oldest inhabitant, Jonathan the tortoise. Spend time here taking in the features of another historic building (the Governor’s house), built in 1792, and you may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of this magnificent animal.
A 15-minute scenic drive will take you to the Western side of the island through to Casons/George Benjamin Arboretum. Here, you can take the opportunity to see some of the island's endemic plants via a short nature trail or make the most of the photo opportunity to take in the breathtaking views of Sandy Bay and the volcanic formation of Lot.
The drive through Stitches Ridge will present even more views of Sandy Bay and the opportunity to see Mount Pleasant Cottage in the distance, where it is believed that Napoleon Bonaparte had his last excursion in October 1820 for breakfast with Sir William Doveton, the estate owner.
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This tour involves about 30 minutes of walking on flat ground. We recommend you wear walking shoes.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 70
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Plantation House tour
Enjoy an exquisite opportunity to see the interior of the residence of the Governor of St Helena. The house, built in 1792 as a summer residence for the Governor of St Helena, has 35 rooms. The tour is undertaken by the Governor’s Resident Manager, who brings to life the history of the building, highlighting current and previous occupants and their influences on its designs and uses over the years.
You will see the following areas within the house:
Entrance Hall
Main Dining Room
Drawing Room
Library Ante Room
General’s bedroom (where princess Anne stayed during her visit)
Barons Room
As many will know, Plantation Grounds is also home to the island’s oldest inhabitant, Jonathan the tortoise, who came to the island in 1882 and is said to be around 186 years old. Tortoises – Emma, David and Fredrik are also found in the same grounds.
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We recommend you wear walking shoes.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 50
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Wirebird tour
Hunt for St Helena’s last surviving endemic bird – the St Helena Plover, commonly known as ‘Wirebird’
Take the opportunity to see St Helena’s endemic bird, the Wirebird, which is listed worldwide as vulnerable on the IUCN red list. Your guide from the St Helena National Trust will take you on board their 4 x 4 vehicle to a site on eastern side of the island (Deadwood Plain, Bradleys, etc.) for sightings of this rare species. You will be taken to its habitat, where you will be able to view the birds and learn about their behaviours and the conservation efforts taken to protect the island’s only surviving endemic landbird.
Extraordinary views of the island are also seen on this tour, some described as an artist paint box.
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The tour includes 1 hour at the nestling grounds.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 75
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Walk Hutts Gate to Las Cases Gum Tree Forest
From Hutt's Gate, where Grand Marshal Bertrand's first residence was located, we will descend to the lower part of the Vallée du Pêcheur, following in the footsteps anecdotally told of the first year of Napoleon’s exile, which became legend through the writings of Las Cases. The Nymph of the Valley, Rosebud, Arcole... up to the forest of gum trees whose wood Napoleon fed to his chimney hearth. He was said to specifically appreciate the wood because, while burning, it does not emit any odour.
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The walk takes around 3 hours at a moderate pace. We recommend you wear hiking shoes, protect yourself from the sun and bring light clothing to protect against the rain and cool weather at altitude. Take your walking sticks if you have them. You may have to cross a small stream 32 ft (10 metres) long. Public toilets are rare and very rudimentary on the routes outside Jamestown. Your guide will be Mr Michel Dancoisne-Martineau, Director of the French Domains of St Helena. This tour is limited to 20 persons. Pre-booking is required to participate in this tour.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 80
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
One-tank SCUBA dive at SS Papanui site
This dive is for certified scuba divers only.
Please bring along your certification and medical clearance documents, as well as your log book.
Located at the port of Jamestown near the wharf, the diving club will supply you with all the equipment you will need (fins, mask, wetsuit, pressure regulator and dive tank). This dive will lead you into Jamestown Bay, a short distance from the coast, to the wreck of the SS Papanui. This 130-metre Australian liner made an emergency stop in Saint Helena to disembark its passengers after a coal fire broke out on board. Unfortunately, the fire got out of control and the ship sank on 11 September 1911. There were no casualties. The ship now sits in the clear waters of the bay at a maximum depth of 12 metres and has become a refuge for many varieties of fish, including endemic ones like the resplendent angelfish, that swim around the remains of the ship and its boilers. This is an easy dive that will give you a good overview of the wrecks and fauna constituting Saint Helena's subaquatic treasures. At this time of year, the water temperature is generally around 68°F or 20 °C.
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We recommend you protect yourself from the sun, take light clothes to protect against the rain or cool weather at altitude.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 75
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Fairyland to Gates of Chaos hike
A moderate walk through the countryside on the western side of the island, offering spectacular views of the island’s green natural landscapes and endemic species, as well as breathtaking volcanic dykes.
The walk commences at Fairyland and descends to one of the flax mills, where New Zealand hemp was baled when the island produced the fibre for twine and ropes, which, in its time, was a major export to Britain for use in the postal services before the invention of Nylon.
The walk follows along a foot path shaded by Eucalyptus trees and you will have the opportunity to see some of the island’s other endemic plants, such as gumwood and ebony, throughout this hike.
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The walk takes around 3 hours at a moderate pace. We recommend you wear hiking shoes, protect yourself from the sun and bring light clothing to protect against the rain and cool weather at altitude. Take your walking sticks if you have them. Public toilets are rare and very rudimentary on the routes outside Jamestown. Your guide will be Mr Michel Dancoisne-Martineau, Director of the French Domains of St Helena. This tour is limited to 20 persons. Pre-booking is required to participate in this tour.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 75
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Coastal boat tour
From the ship’s marina, you will board your local boat and start the exploration of the coast, from your anchoring point to the south-west coast of the island.
You will sail to Lemon Valley looking for dolphins, who that gather by the hundreds every year in this area (pod phenomena). The predominate species is the tropical Speckled Dolphin, which is known to be very playful with the boats and make spectacular jumps. Then, continue to the south-west of the island from where, if there are good conditions on the sea, you will go to the small Sperry Island. Nearing the cliffs, you will discover many birds’ colonies nested on the rocks (terns, gannets mask, tropic birds, noddy, petrels,). Time will be allowed in the tiny and protected island of Egg for participants who want to swim. This island was one of the most surprising guard-posts of Saint Helena. Nested on a rock in the sea with a barrel, this post was never used.
Then, you will head back to your ship.
-
You are expected to comply with all security instructions given by the local staff on board and in the water (swim). This tropical island benefits from great variability in its weather conditions. We recommend protecting yourself from the sun, to carry rain clothes and warm clothes. The fauna observation is frequent but not guaranteed. If you want to swim, we recommend you wear your swimsuit under your clothes and take a towel from the ship.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 55
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Distillery tour
Known as ‘the world’s most remote distillery’, a visit to this small, family-run location is a must! The delightful range of spirits and liquors features flavours and ingredients that are locally sourced. A special promotion on the Napoleon Brandy is taking place to commemorate the Bicentenary of Napoleon (1821-2021) which, unfortunately, could not take place in 2021 due to Covid-19 Pandemic.
You will get to taste all 6 spirits and some wines.
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We recommend you wear walking shoes because the ground can be slippery. There is little walking. Spirits and liquors can be purchased at the distillery. Credit cards are accepted.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 45
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Historical walk of Jamestown
A guided tour around Jamestown provides an introduction to the island and its history. Start at Sea Front, enter the town square through the archway, see Jacob’s Ladder and its 700 steps and the Museum of St Helena, as well as St James Church, the oldest Anglican Church in the Southern Hemisphere, and the town’s Castle and gardens.
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The tour involves about 600 to 800 yards of walking on flat ground. We recommend you wear walking shoes and a hat.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 35
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Island highlights Western side
St Helena, described as the most extraordinary place on earth, is a small but fascinating island. The contrast in scenery is extremely diverse as this tour takes you from rugged coastlines through to lush green countryside with interesting and exciting points of history around every corner.
Leaving the quayside, you will travel through the island’s capital with its Georgian feel. The next stop of your tour is Ladder Hill, one of the island’s seven wonders; Jacob’s Ladder comprises of 699 steps embedded into the steep cliff face and was built in 1829 as an incline plane to haul manure and provisions from the town to the top of the hill. Ladder Hill also offers an excellent photo opportunity to see your cruise vessel anchored in James Bay. Continue on to High Knoll Fort, which is the largest fortification in St Helena.
A Historical landmark, offering spectacular views across the island. The fort was built as a safe haven for the island’s population in the event of an invasion.
Then head to Plantation Grounds and the area surrounding the Governor’s residence, which is home to the island’s oldest inhabitant, Jonathan the tortoise. Spend time here taking in the features of another historic building (the Governor’s house), built in 1792, and you may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of this magnificent animal.
A 15-minute scenic drive will take you to the Western side of the island through to Casons/George Benjamin Arboretum. Here, you can take the opportunity to see some of the island's endemic plants via a short nature trail or make the most of the photo opportunity to take in the breathtaking views of Sandy Bay and the volcanic formation of Lot.
The drive through Stitches Ridge will present even more views of Sandy Bay and the opportunity to see Mount Pleasant Cottage in the distance, where it is believed that Napoleon Bonaparte had his last excursion in October 1820 for breakfast with Sir William Doveton, the estate owner.
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This tour involves about 30 minutes of walking on flat ground. We recommend you wear walking shoes.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 70
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Plantation House tour
Enjoy an exquisite opportunity to see the interior of the residence of the Governor of St Helena. The house, built in 1792 as a summer residence for the Governor of St Helena, has 35 rooms. The tour is undertaken by the Governor’s Resident Manager, who brings to life the history of the building, highlighting current and previous occupants and their influences on its designs and uses over the years.
You will see the following areas within the house:
Entrance Hall
Main Dining Room
Drawing Room
Library Ante Room
General’s bedroom (where princess Anne stayed during her visit)
Barons Room
As many will know, Plantation Grounds is also home to the island’s oldest inhabitant, Jonathan the tortoise, who came to the island in 1882 and is said to be around 186 years old. Tortoises – Emma, David and Fredrik are also found in the same grounds.
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We recommend you wear walking shoes.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 50
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Wirebird tour
Hunt for St Helena’s last surviving endemic bird – the St Helena Plover, commonly known as ‘Wirebird’
Take the opportunity to see St Helena’s endemic bird, the Wirebird, which is listed worldwide as vulnerable on the IUCN red list. Your guide from the St Helena National Trust will take you on board their 4 x 4 vehicle to a site on eastern side of the island (Deadwood Plain, Bradleys, etc.) for sightings of this rare species. You will be taken to its habitat, where you will be able to view the birds and learn about their behaviours and the conservation efforts taken to protect the island’s only surviving endemic landbird.
Extraordinary views of the island are also seen on this tour, some described as an artist paint box.
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The tour includes 1 hour at the nestling grounds.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 75
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
One-tank SCUBA dive at SS Papanui site
This dive is for certified scuba divers only.
Please bring along your certification and medical clearance documents, as well as your log book.
Located at the port of Jamestown near the wharf, the diving club will supply you with all the equipment you will need (fins, mask, wetsuit, pressure regulator and dive tank). This dive will lead you into Jamestown Bay, a short distance from the coast, to the wreck of the SS Papanui. This 130-metre Australian liner made an emergency stop in Saint Helena to disembark its passengers after a coal fire broke out on board. Unfortunately, the fire got out of control and the ship sank on 11 September 1911. There were no casualties. The ship now sits in the clear waters of the bay at a maximum depth of 12 metres and has become a refuge for many varieties of fish, including endemic ones like the resplendent angelfish, that swim around the remains of the ship and its boilers. This is an easy dive that will give you a good overview of the wrecks and fauna constituting Saint Helena's subaquatic treasures. At this time of year, the water temperature is generally around 68°F or 20 °C.
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We recommend you protect yourself from the sun, take light clothes to protect against the rain or cool weather at altitude.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 75
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Carnival experience
You are invited to an unforgettable backstage experience at Rio Carnival.
The Rio Carnival is one of the biggest events in the city; it attracts people from all corners of Brazil and the world looking to get a taste of this experience. In Rio, there are several samba schools and thousands of professionals involved, who work all year long to make this party happen: musicians, choreographers, dancers, craftsmen, samba masters and producers.
From the pier, board your coach for a short drive downtown. You will pass by many historical buildings, like the Municipal Theatre, Fine Arts Museum and the Public Library, as well as the colonial aqueduct, overlooking the modern Cathedral.
You will continue on to visit the "Cidade do Samba," which could be described as a samba laboratory where each school makes the costumes and floats for the next parade.
Enjoy a guided tour of the Grande Rio samba school factory, one of the main samba schools of Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy a film presentation of the Carnival and displays of costumes, which you can try on for a photo-opportunity.
- This tour involves a 30-minute walk up 200 steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 90
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Santa Teresa with dinner
You will depart the pier by coach in the direction of the district of Lapa to visit the famous Seláron Stairs.
The “Escadaria Selarón” is an architectural work located between the neighbourhoods of Lapa and Santa Teresa, decorated by Jorge Selarón, a Chilean artist who had been living in Brazil for many years, and who declared it a "tribute to the Brazilian people".
Proceed on to visit Santa Teresa, the neighbourhood was built on faith, around a convent. It isn’t rare to hear the locals say, "I am Santa Teresa," with pride for their neighbourhood.
The Portuguese nobility and administration left the hill for Brasilia in 1960, to leave room for composers, writers, and painters. Santa Teresa thus became a refuge for artists. Discover its bohemian cachet, its terraces in the shade of banana trees, its houses with decadent European splendour. Make a stop at Parque das Ruinas, overlooking the city. Parque das Ruinas is a ruined house, as its names suggests, a remnant of the Murtinho Nobre Palace. This former palace still serves its original vocation as a cultural meeting place with temporary exhibitions.
Enjoy your guided tour through Santa Teresa, climbing the slopes and discovering the lookouts and curves in the streets, which offer surprises at every turn, with magnificent views of Guanabara Bay. Visit the workshops and finally relax in a typical tavern to the sound of a “chorinho”, a Brazilian love song.
You will then head to your restaurant for dinner. “Aprazível” is a charming restaurant located in the “Santa Teresa” District, offering a beautiful view of the city below.
After dinner, you will return to the pier.
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This tour involves little walking with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. A clear view from the restaurant tables cannot be guaranteed as there are trees around.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 250
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Corcovado & Sugar Loaf
You will depart the pier by coach and travel through the city centre, heading for the Cosme Velho neighbourhood.
You will arrive at Corcovado Train Station, built in 1882, and leave your coach for a 20-minute ride aboard the electrical cog-wheel train, which will take you up to the top of the Corcovado Mountain (ticket included). The ride cuts through the Tijuca forest, considered the largest urban forest in the world.
You will stop at the statue of Christ the Redeemer. To commemorate Brazil's 100 years of independence from Portugal, the Brazilian government organised a contest in 1922 with several different projects. The construction of Christ the Redeemer won. Sculpted by the French artist Paul Landowski, Christ faces the entrance of the bay to welcome all visitors, who, in those days, arrived mainly by boat. Built on top of the Corcovado Mountain at 2200 ft high (710 metres), Christ the Redeemer has become the city's main landmark. Finished in 1931, the statue is 98 ft high (30 metres) and weighs over 1000 tonnes.
Enjoy the 360° panoramic view of the city's topography with the most beautiful view of Rio.
You will descend Corcovado Mountain by train, then take the coach to the restaurant where your lunch will be served.
Afterwards, you will continue in the direction of the Leblon, Ipanema and Copacabana neighbourhoods, arriving at Praia Vermelha and the Urca neighbourhood.
Here, you will take a cable car up to Sugarloaf Mountain. The unquestionable beauty of Sugarloaf, and its location, play a major role in attracting visitors to Rio de Janeiro. The first leg to Urca Hill, 722 ft (220 metres) above sea level, has a beautiful view over Botafogo and Guanabara Bay. The second stage, the top of the Sugarloaf, at a height of 1299 ft (396 metres), gives the visitors an uninterrupted view over the bay to Niteroi (ticket included).
- This tour includes less than a mile (1 km) of walking and about 300 steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 225
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Burle Max & the beaches of the wild coastline
This tour will take you through lush green nature and along a coastline of beautiful, white sandy beaches.
You will depart from the port by minibus for a 90-minute trip, about 37 mi (60 km), to Sitio Burle Marx, located in Barra de Guaratiba, a neighbourhood in the western part of Rio de Janeiro.
You will arrive at “Sitio Burle Max”. This phrase reflects the thought and way of being in the world of Roberto Burle Marx, who lived in close connection with nature. It is a unique place in which culture and nature are intertwined. It holds one of the most important collections of living plants in the world in an environment which synthesizes the life and creative spirit of this great artist and landscaper. The property where Burle Marx lived and produced his work for the last twenty years of his life was – and continues to be – a great laboratory for experimentation: over 3,500 species of tropical and subtropical plants, organised into nurseries and gardens, coexist in harmony with native vegetation in an area of 405,000 square meters which includes several buildings, lakes, gardens, art collections and a vast library.
The Sítio Roberto Burle Marx became a special unit, in 1985, linked to the National Institute of Historical and Artistic Heritage (IPHAN), which fulfils the role of preserving, studying and disseminating the life and work of Roberto Burle Marx.
After the visit to the Sitio, your tour will continue in open Jeeps.
Make a short photo stop at the Barra de Guaratiba and then proceed to lunch. The restaurant is rustic, but in addition to a delicious food, it offers an amazing view.
Then, your drive will take you along the coastline and through the wild beaches of Grumari, Prainha and Secreto. The area is a popular destination for local surfers due to the rough waters that lap onto the shore.
Enjoy a 30-minute break to go swimming in the Atlantic or walk along the seaside and admire the natural landscape.
Stop at Recreio beach to change the jeep for your minibus again and return to the port by the coast, which will take around 80 minutes.
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This tour is an easy walk but it includes a total of 100 steps. We recommend you wear comfortable light clothing and take your swimsuit as well as a beach towel and protect yourself from the sun with a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen. There is no facilities at the beach. Swimming is not supervised and guests bathe at own risk. Each jeep can accommodate 8 participants and has side benches. The jeep driver speaks only Portuguese. This is a panoramic drive by jeep, comments will be given at each stop. The terrain can be bumpy, this tour is not recommended for guests suffering from neck or back problems. This tour is limited to 24 participants.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 210
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Walking tour of Paraty
Paraty is a colonial town with original 18th-century architecture and style. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, so designated because it represents one of the world’s most important examples of colonial architecture. The entire city also enjoys the status of National Monument.
Explore with your guide on foot, strolling through the narrow cobblestone streets. You will appreciate the decorated walls of the old houses, and the history imparted by your guide. Visit important landmarks such as churches, museums, the Culture Center and old houses, as well as a variety of artist workshops and galleries. After the tour, pax return to the pier with the guide.
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This tour involves less than 1 mile (1,5 km) of walking on uneven streets made of stones. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate dress is required, men have to wear long pants and ladies need to have their knees and shoulders covered. The use of cameras is not allowed inside churches.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 100
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Scenic schooner cruising
Paraty is surrounded by lush rain forest vegetation. It is an unforgettable place with its crystalline water perfect for swimming and snorkelling.
A terrific way to explore the region is by boat, allowing you to visit the beautiful beaches nearby. Leaving the pier, you will travel by schooner to some of the local places that are perennial favorites.
Your guide explains local lore and history. You will enjoy approximately 3 stops during the day depending upon conditions of the day, including sea and weather conditions.
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We recommend you wear your swimsuit under your clothes, take a beach towel and protect yourself from the sun. The snorkel equipment provided includes a mask and snorkel. The observation of the marine life is not guaranteed.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 100
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Natural beauties by 4WD
Travel by 4x4 vehicle to Serra da Bocaina National Park, known for its waterfalls, cachaça distillerie, and visiting the beginning of the famous Gold Trail and other attractions, in a well-preserved area.
The first stop you will come to the Pedra branca's waterfall, one of highest falls in the region excellent for swimming.
Then you will visit the Tobogã's waterfall a pleasant waterfall that makes for lovely photos. After your swim, you’ll stop at the Alambique Pedra Branca Distillery. Taste the liquor and observe the production process.
You will stop en route to visit an exhibition of more than 300 species of bromelias, and then you return the pier again.
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We recommend you wear your swimsuit under your clothes, take a beach towel and protect yourself from the sun. This tour is not recommended for guests suffering from neck or back problems. The terrain can be bumpy. Each vehicle can welcome 8 participants. A guide will accompany the convoy and provide commentary at stops. If you wish, you can purchase souvenirs at the boutique, please take small denominations of Brazilian real. This tour is limited to 34 participants.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 150
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Cooking class
The demonstrations are conducted by the International Chef, Yara Roberts in her kitchen.
It presents a different proposal of Brazilian cuisine, with dishes from Amazonas, Bahia and Minas Gerais, among others.
During demonstrations Chef Yara includes not only stories but also the cultural aspects of each region, explaining the origins of their ingredients, their nutritional values and influences in the cuisine of other people.
The chef takes every opportunity to teach cooking techniques and professional tips to cooking. Following the demonstration team of the school serves a wonderful lunch.
Before walking back to the pier, you will have time to stop at local stores.
- This tour involves 10 minutes of walking on an uneven surface. If you wish, you can purchase local items at the local store, please take small denominations of Brazilian real. The Chef Yara Roberts speaks English. This tour is limited to 10 participants.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 255
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Le Lyrial
Le Lyrial, die 2015 als viertes Schiff der Sisterships-Serie in See stach, ist der Inbegriff dieser neuen Generation von Kreuzfahrtschiffen in menschlichem Maß Seine inneren und äußeren Linien mit ihrer Nüchternheit und Raffinesse, machen dieses Schiff zu einer außergewöhnlichen und innovativen Jacht.
Für die Inneneinrichtung ließen wir uns von den Farben unserer Reiseziele inspirieren und entwickelten daher eine Palette rund um Blau. Die Nuancen reichen von den grauen und hellen Tönen des Polareises bis hin zu den lebendigen und türkisfarbenen Noten mediterraner Buchten.
Bis 244 Gäste
122 Kabinen & Suiten
145 Crew-Mitglieder
Spa
2 Restaurants
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Burle Max & the beaches of the wild coastline
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 210
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13.10.2023 - FLIGHTS FROM/TO PARIS + DAKAR AND GORÉE, THE MEMORY ISLAND 1N (PRE) + TRANSFER FROM THE PIER OF SANTOS TO SAO PAULO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (POST)
€ 2'125
DetailsDAKAR AND GORÉE, THE MEMORY ISLAND (1 NIGHT)
Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Day 1 - Dakar
Meet at Dakar 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 Pullman Dakar Teranga 5* (about 1: 30 drive).
Check-in in your room.
The end is the day is at leisure.
Day 2 - Dakar - Gorée Island
After you breakfast, you will take the direction to the pier to embark on board the ferry for the 25-minute crossing until Gorée island.
Your day will be spent visiting the evocative Gorée Island. Just three kilometres from Dakar, this little island is a haunting reminder of 350 years of the slave trade. Indeed, it was the biggest holding centre for slaves brought in from all over West Africa and has become a symbol and UNESCO World Heritage site.
From Dakar port, take the ferry for the 25-minute crossing. The visit is on foot starting at the House of Slaves, the most visited museum in Senegal which still evokes the poignant reality of one of the darkest periods in the history of the world. You then walk up to the Castle on a rocky plateau covered in fortifications, a reminder of the wars fought between Europeans (English, French, Portuguese and Dutch) to gain control of the island. The Castle offers a fine panoramic view of Dakar. You then cross the island via the market and colourful, picturesque streets.
Not far from the pier, the lunch will be served at a private mansion with local architecture. You will enjoy the famous national dish called "ceebu jën" (thiébou diène) recently included by UNESCO in the list of intagible of humanity. Then depending on time, you will enjoy time at leisure for local artcraft shopping before catching the ferry back to Dakar.
Back to Dakar, you will be transferred to the pier, to embark on board your ship.
Your hotel:
Overlooking the bay of Dakar, the Pullman Dakar Teranga 5* hotel immerses you in a contemporary atmosphere combining comfort and modernity. Located in the business district and at only 10 minutes from the port where the ferry to Gorée starts, this hotel is an excellent starting point to mix relaxation and discovery as well as to live the experience of the Senegalese Teranga (hospitality). Its Premium sea view rooms are spacious (30 m²) and fully-equipped. Depending on time, you will enjoy the swimming pool, the Pullman Spa and the lounge and "arty" dining area.
Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.
Your programme includes:
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1-night accommodation in Premium sea view room at the Pullman Dakar Teranga 5*, local standards (or similar), including breakfast.
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Meals as mentioned in the programme.
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Beverage package during meals (mineral water + 1 local drink of wine or 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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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.
Please note:
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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.
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The local currency is the CFA franc. US dollars and Euros are widely accepted.
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Tap water is not drinkable, we recommend you only drink bottled mineral water.
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This programme is done mostly on foot and involves some uneven ground, that’s why this is not recommended for people with reduced mobility.
Contact of your hotel:
Pullman Dakar Teranga
10, Rue Colbert, Place de L’indépendance
BP 3380 DAKAR
SENEGAL
Telephone number: (+221) 3 3889 22 00
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 : € 695
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.
Napoleon's Day
You will disembark from the boat on Sunday, October 22, 2023 to set foot on the quays of Jamestown between nine and ten o'clock.
If you wish, a one-hour visit of the upper (north) part of Jamestown may be offered to you as an introduction, or later in the day as a conclusion. This is a walk of a little over one kilometre along the eastern slope of St. James Valley, with an elevation gain of no more than thirty meters.
However, all those who are impatient to discover the high places of the exile, can immediately take advantage of one of the vehicles hired by the Solomon company, whose very name has already been linked to the years of exile, since this company still bears the name of "Saul Solomon" used by the French in exile.
From Jamestown, therefore, following the same path as Napoleon on 18 October 1815, you will be taken to the Briars Pavilion where the Emperor resided until 10 December 1815 while waiting for the house chosen to accommodate him at the top of the Longwood plateau to be ready. Only the room occupied by Napoleon will be open to the public as the others, built by the Royal Navy for the British admirals who stayed there until Napoleon's death at Longwood, are currently occupied by an English senior civil servant. But this visit, with its tropical lushness, ideal temperatures and mounded construction giving it an airy feel, will give you an appreciation of why Napoleon enjoyed this short stay. During this stopover, if you feel like it, a hundred metres from your vehicle, you can also discover the ruins of the cottage where the slave Toby stayed.
It is important to know that the pavilion is only accessible by a small staircase of fifteen steps. There is currently no alternative.
Then, following the same route as Napoleon 208 years earlier, you will arrive at Longwood House where he spent his five and a half years of exile. Once you have arrived and walked down the Longwood Green, you will enter through the main entrance which was on the west side of the House.
First of all, we advise you to wander around the gardens, which have been restored to their 1821 state. Our only recommendation is this: try to forget everything you have read, heard and seen about this place of memory. Just let yourself be carried away by the emotion of the moment without making the effort to look for and therefore find everything you know about it. The Longwood House that appears to you will be yours. Only yours. Real and not the one you had preconceived in your mind.
As in the early months of exile, before the prefabricated buildings were erected for his fellow exiles, two tents will be set up for you where, if you feel like it, you can taste the sweet white wine from Groot Constantia that Napoleon also enjoyed. Of course, you can also wait until the end of the visit to Napoleon's apartments to do this.
You will notice that the rooms are very small and yet contain a great deal of furniture that was requisitioned by Sir George Cockburn in 1815 to accommodate Napoleon. For this double reason and in order to prevent unfortunate but easy accidents, the public is asked not to take photographs inside these rooms. The shop offers for sale any photographs you may need.
In Longwood, at St Mark's Church built on the site of what was Longwood New House, two Catholic services, one at 10.30am and one at 1pm, will be conducted by Father David.
Lunch will be held in the space that once made up the flats of General de Montholon, which will be set up as for any meal. But if the weather permits, you can also take your picnic with you and sit in the gardens in the shade of some of the trees that Napoleon loved so much.
Once you have finished exploring Longwood, vehicles will be waiting for you on the Longwood Green to take you to the entrance of the Tomb Forest Estate. There, along a 750 metre sloping path, you can descend to the site of Napoleon's legend. On the way back, the climb can be tiring. Just take your time.
Once back up, you will be driven back to Jamestown.
Finally, it should be noted that for obvious reasons of fluidity and so that everyone can better appreciate the tranquillity of the three sites, it will be possible for you to define by yourself the order of the visits to the three sites mentioned above in a purely indicative order. However, the picnic baskets that PONANT will prepare for you, will be available to you during your visit to Longwood.
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Fairyland to Gates of Chaos hike
A moderate walk through the countryside on the western side of the island, offering spectacular views of the island’s green natural landscapes and endemic species, as well as breathtaking volcanic dykes.
The walk commences at Fairyland and descends to one of the flax mills, where New Zealand hemp was baled when the island produced the fibre for twine and ropes, which, in its time, was a major export to Britain for use in the postal services before the invention of Nylon.
The walk follows along a foot path shaded by Eucalyptus trees and you will have the opportunity to see some of the island’s other endemic plants, such as gumwood and ebony, throughout this hike.
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The walk takes around 3 hours at a moderate pace. We recommend you wear hiking shoes, protect yourself from the sun and bring light clothing to protect against the rain and cool weather at altitude. Take your walking sticks if you have them. Public toilets are rare and very rudimentary on the routes outside Jamestown. Your guide will be Mr Michel Dancoisne-Martineau, Director of the French Domains of St Helena. This tour is limited to 20 persons. Pre-booking is required to participate in this tour.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 75
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Coastal boat tour
From the ship’s marina, you will board your local boat and start the exploration of the coast, from your anchoring point to the south-west coast of the island.
You will sail to Lemon Valley looking for dolphins, who that gather by the hundreds every year in this area (pod phenomena). The predominate species is the tropical Speckled Dolphin, which is known to be very playful with the boats and make spectacular jumps. Then, continue to the south-west of the island from where, if there are good conditions on the sea, you will go to the small Sperry Island. Nearing the cliffs, you will discover many birds’ colonies nested on the rocks (terns, gannets mask, tropic birds, noddy, petrels,). Time will be allowed in the tiny and protected island of Egg for participants who want to swim. This island was one of the most surprising guard-posts of Saint Helena. Nested on a rock in the sea with a barrel, this post was never used.
Then, you will head back to your ship.
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You are expected to comply with all security instructions given by the local staff on board and in the water (swim). This tropical island benefits from great variability in its weather conditions. We recommend protecting yourself from the sun, to carry rain clothes and warm clothes. The fauna observation is frequent but not guaranteed. If you want to swim, we recommend you wear your swimsuit under your clothes and take a towel from the ship.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 55
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Distillery tour
Known as ‘the world’s most remote distillery’, a visit to this small, family-run location is a must! The delightful range of spirits and liquors features flavours and ingredients that are locally sourced. A special promotion on the Napoleon Brandy is taking place to commemorate the Bicentenary of Napoleon (1821-2021) which, unfortunately, could not take place in 2021 due to Covid-19 Pandemic.
You will get to taste all 6 spirits and some wines.
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We recommend you wear walking shoes because the ground can be slippery. There is little walking. Spirits and liquors can be purchased at the distillery. Credit cards are accepted.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 45
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Historical walk of Jamestown
A guided tour around Jamestown provides an introduction to the island and its history. Start at Sea Front, enter the town square through the archway, see Jacob’s Ladder and its 700 steps and the Museum of St Helena, as well as St James Church, the oldest Anglican Church in the Southern Hemisphere, and the town’s Castle and gardens.
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The tour involves about 600 to 800 yards of walking on flat ground. We recommend you wear walking shoes and a hat.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 35
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Island highlights Western side
St Helena, described as the most extraordinary place on earth, is a small but fascinating island. The contrast in scenery is extremely diverse as this tour takes you from rugged coastlines through to lush green countryside with interesting and exciting points of history around every corner.
Leaving the quayside, you will travel through the island’s capital with its Georgian feel. The next stop of your tour is Ladder Hill, one of the island’s seven wonders; Jacob’s Ladder comprises of 699 steps embedded into the steep cliff face and was built in 1829 as an incline plane to haul manure and provisions from the town to the top of the hill. Ladder Hill also offers an excellent photo opportunity to see your cruise vessel anchored in James Bay. Continue on to High Knoll Fort, which is the largest fortification in St Helena.
A Historical landmark, offering spectacular views across the island. The fort was built as a safe haven for the island’s population in the event of an invasion.
Then head to Plantation Grounds and the area surrounding the Governor’s residence, which is home to the island’s oldest inhabitant, Jonathan the tortoise. Spend time here taking in the features of another historic building (the Governor’s house), built in 1792, and you may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of this magnificent animal.
A 15-minute scenic drive will take you to the Western side of the island through to Casons/George Benjamin Arboretum. Here, you can take the opportunity to see some of the island's endemic plants via a short nature trail or make the most of the photo opportunity to take in the breathtaking views of Sandy Bay and the volcanic formation of Lot.
The drive through Stitches Ridge will present even more views of Sandy Bay and the opportunity to see Mount Pleasant Cottage in the distance, where it is believed that Napoleon Bonaparte had his last excursion in October 1820 for breakfast with Sir William Doveton, the estate owner.
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This tour involves about 30 minutes of walking on flat ground. We recommend you wear walking shoes.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 70
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Plantation House tour
Enjoy an exquisite opportunity to see the interior of the residence of the Governor of St Helena. The house, built in 1792 as a summer residence for the Governor of St Helena, has 35 rooms. The tour is undertaken by the Governor’s Resident Manager, who brings to life the history of the building, highlighting current and previous occupants and their influences on its designs and uses over the years.
You will see the following areas within the house:
Entrance Hall
Main Dining Room
Drawing Room
Library Ante Room
General’s bedroom (where princess Anne stayed during her visit)
Barons Room
As many will know, Plantation Grounds is also home to the island’s oldest inhabitant, Jonathan the tortoise, who came to the island in 1882 and is said to be around 186 years old. Tortoises – Emma, David and Fredrik are also found in the same grounds.
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We recommend you wear walking shoes.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 50
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Wirebird tour
Hunt for St Helena’s last surviving endemic bird – the St Helena Plover, commonly known as ‘Wirebird’
Take the opportunity to see St Helena’s endemic bird, the Wirebird, which is listed worldwide as vulnerable on the IUCN red list. Your guide from the St Helena National Trust will take you on board their 4 x 4 vehicle to a site on eastern side of the island (Deadwood Plain, Bradleys, etc.) for sightings of this rare species. You will be taken to its habitat, where you will be able to view the birds and learn about their behaviours and the conservation efforts taken to protect the island’s only surviving endemic landbird.
Extraordinary views of the island are also seen on this tour, some described as an artist paint box.
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The tour includes 1 hour at the nestling grounds.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 75
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Walk Hutts Gate to Las Cases Gum Tree Forest
From Hutt's Gate, where Grand Marshal Bertrand's first residence was located, we will descend to the lower part of the Vallée du Pêcheur, following in the footsteps anecdotally told of the first year of Napoleon’s exile, which became legend through the writings of Las Cases. The Nymph of the Valley, Rosebud, Arcole... up to the forest of gum trees whose wood Napoleon fed to his chimney hearth. He was said to specifically appreciate the wood because, while burning, it does not emit any odour.
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The walk takes around 3 hours at a moderate pace. We recommend you wear hiking shoes, protect yourself from the sun and bring light clothing to protect against the rain and cool weather at altitude. Take your walking sticks if you have them. You may have to cross a small stream 32 ft (10 metres) long. Public toilets are rare and very rudimentary on the routes outside Jamestown. Your guide will be Mr Michel Dancoisne-Martineau, Director of the French Domains of St Helena. This tour is limited to 20 persons. Pre-booking is required to participate in this tour.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 80
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One-tank SCUBA dive at SS Papanui site
This dive is for certified scuba divers only.
Please bring along your certification and medical clearance documents, as well as your log book.
Located at the port of Jamestown near the wharf, the diving club will supply you with all the equipment you will need (fins, mask, wetsuit, pressure regulator and dive tank). This dive will lead you into Jamestown Bay, a short distance from the coast, to the wreck of the SS Papanui. This 130-metre Australian liner made an emergency stop in Saint Helena to disembark its passengers after a coal fire broke out on board. Unfortunately, the fire got out of control and the ship sank on 11 September 1911. There were no casualties. The ship now sits in the clear waters of the bay at a maximum depth of 12 metres and has become a refuge for many varieties of fish, including endemic ones like the resplendent angelfish, that swim around the remains of the ship and its boilers. This is an easy dive that will give you a good overview of the wrecks and fauna constituting Saint Helena's subaquatic treasures. At this time of year, the water temperature is generally around 68°F or 20 °C.
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We recommend you protect yourself from the sun, take light clothes to protect against the rain or cool weather at altitude.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 75
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Carnival experience
You are invited to an unforgettable backstage experience at Rio Carnival.
The Rio Carnival is one of the biggest events in the city; it attracts people from all corners of Brazil and the world looking to get a taste of this experience. In Rio, there are several samba schools and thousands of professionals involved, who work all year long to make this party happen: musicians, choreographers, dancers, craftsmen, samba masters and producers.
From the pier, board your coach for a short drive downtown. You will pass by many historical buildings, like the Municipal Theatre, Fine Arts Museum and the Public Library, as well as the colonial aqueduct, overlooking the modern Cathedral.
You will continue on to visit the "Cidade do Samba," which could be described as a samba laboratory where each school makes the costumes and floats for the next parade.
Enjoy a guided tour of the Grande Rio samba school factory, one of the main samba schools of Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy a film presentation of the Carnival and displays of costumes, which you can try on for a photo-opportunity.
- This tour involves a 30-minute walk up 200 steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 90
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Santa Teresa with dinner
You will depart the pier by coach in the direction of the district of Lapa to visit the famous Seláron Stairs.
The “Escadaria Selarón” is an architectural work located between the neighbourhoods of Lapa and Santa Teresa, decorated by Jorge Selarón, a Chilean artist who had been living in Brazil for many years, and who declared it a "tribute to the Brazilian people".
Proceed on to visit Santa Teresa, the neighbourhood was built on faith, around a convent. It isn’t rare to hear the locals say, "I am Santa Teresa," with pride for their neighbourhood.
The Portuguese nobility and administration left the hill for Brasilia in 1960, to leave room for composers, writers, and painters. Santa Teresa thus became a refuge for artists. Discover its bohemian cachet, its terraces in the shade of banana trees, its houses with decadent European splendour. Make a stop at Parque das Ruinas, overlooking the city. Parque das Ruinas is a ruined house, as its names suggests, a remnant of the Murtinho Nobre Palace. This former palace still serves its original vocation as a cultural meeting place with temporary exhibitions.
Enjoy your guided tour through Santa Teresa, climbing the slopes and discovering the lookouts and curves in the streets, which offer surprises at every turn, with magnificent views of Guanabara Bay. Visit the workshops and finally relax in a typical tavern to the sound of a “chorinho”, a Brazilian love song.
You will then head to your restaurant for dinner. “Aprazível” is a charming restaurant located in the “Santa Teresa” District, offering a beautiful view of the city below.
After dinner, you will return to the pier.
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This tour involves little walking with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. A clear view from the restaurant tables cannot be guaranteed as there are trees around.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 250
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Corcovado & Sugar Loaf
You will depart the pier by coach and travel through the city centre, heading for the Cosme Velho neighbourhood.
You will arrive at Corcovado Train Station, built in 1882, and leave your coach for a 20-minute ride aboard the electrical cog-wheel train, which will take you up to the top of the Corcovado Mountain (ticket included). The ride cuts through the Tijuca forest, considered the largest urban forest in the world.
You will stop at the statue of Christ the Redeemer. To commemorate Brazil's 100 years of independence from Portugal, the Brazilian government organised a contest in 1922 with several different projects. The construction of Christ the Redeemer won. Sculpted by the French artist Paul Landowski, Christ faces the entrance of the bay to welcome all visitors, who, in those days, arrived mainly by boat. Built on top of the Corcovado Mountain at 2200 ft high (710 metres), Christ the Redeemer has become the city's main landmark. Finished in 1931, the statue is 98 ft high (30 metres) and weighs over 1000 tonnes.
Enjoy the 360° panoramic view of the city's topography with the most beautiful view of Rio.
You will descend Corcovado Mountain by train, then take the coach to the restaurant where your lunch will be served.
Afterwards, you will continue in the direction of the Leblon, Ipanema and Copacabana neighbourhoods, arriving at Praia Vermelha and the Urca neighbourhood.
Here, you will take a cable car up to Sugarloaf Mountain. The unquestionable beauty of Sugarloaf, and its location, play a major role in attracting visitors to Rio de Janeiro. The first leg to Urca Hill, 722 ft (220 metres) above sea level, has a beautiful view over Botafogo and Guanabara Bay. The second stage, the top of the Sugarloaf, at a height of 1299 ft (396 metres), gives the visitors an uninterrupted view over the bay to Niteroi (ticket included).
- This tour includes less than a mile (1 km) of walking and about 300 steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 225
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Burle Max & the beaches of the wild coastline
This tour will take you through lush green nature and along a coastline of beautiful, white sandy beaches.
You will depart from the port by minibus for a 90-minute trip, about 37 mi (60 km), to Sitio Burle Marx, located in Barra de Guaratiba, a neighbourhood in the western part of Rio de Janeiro.
You will arrive at “Sitio Burle Max”. This phrase reflects the thought and way of being in the world of Roberto Burle Marx, who lived in close connection with nature. It is a unique place in which culture and nature are intertwined. It holds one of the most important collections of living plants in the world in an environment which synthesizes the life and creative spirit of this great artist and landscaper. The property where Burle Marx lived and produced his work for the last twenty years of his life was – and continues to be – a great laboratory for experimentation: over 3,500 species of tropical and subtropical plants, organised into nurseries and gardens, coexist in harmony with native vegetation in an area of 405,000 square meters which includes several buildings, lakes, gardens, art collections and a vast library.
The Sítio Roberto Burle Marx became a special unit, in 1985, linked to the National Institute of Historical and Artistic Heritage (IPHAN), which fulfils the role of preserving, studying and disseminating the life and work of Roberto Burle Marx.
After the visit to the Sitio, your tour will continue in open Jeeps.
Make a short photo stop at the Barra de Guaratiba and then proceed to lunch. The restaurant is rustic, but in addition to a delicious food, it offers an amazing view.
Then, your drive will take you along the coastline and through the wild beaches of Grumari, Prainha and Secreto. The area is a popular destination for local surfers due to the rough waters that lap onto the shore.
Enjoy a 30-minute break to go swimming in the Atlantic or walk along the seaside and admire the natural landscape.
Stop at Recreio beach to change the jeep for your minibus again and return to the port by the coast, which will take around 80 minutes.
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This tour is an easy walk but it includes a total of 100 steps. We recommend you wear comfortable light clothing and take your swimsuit as well as a beach towel and protect yourself from the sun with a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen. There is no facilities at the beach. Swimming is not supervised and guests bathe at own risk. Each jeep can accommodate 8 participants and has side benches. The jeep driver speaks only Portuguese. This is a panoramic drive by jeep, comments will be given at each stop. The terrain can be bumpy, this tour is not recommended for guests suffering from neck or back problems. This tour is limited to 24 participants.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 210
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Walking tour of Paraty
Paraty is a colonial town with original 18th-century architecture and style. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, so designated because it represents one of the world’s most important examples of colonial architecture. The entire city also enjoys the status of National Monument.
Explore with your guide on foot, strolling through the narrow cobblestone streets. You will appreciate the decorated walls of the old houses, and the history imparted by your guide. Visit important landmarks such as churches, museums, the Culture Center and old houses, as well as a variety of artist workshops and galleries. After the tour, pax return to the pier with the guide.
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This tour involves less than 1 mile (1,5 km) of walking on uneven streets made of stones. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate dress is required, men have to wear long pants and ladies need to have their knees and shoulders covered. The use of cameras is not allowed inside churches.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 100
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Scenic schooner cruising
Paraty is surrounded by lush rain forest vegetation. It is an unforgettable place with its crystalline water perfect for swimming and snorkelling.
A terrific way to explore the region is by boat, allowing you to visit the beautiful beaches nearby. Leaving the pier, you will travel by schooner to some of the local places that are perennial favorites.
Your guide explains local lore and history. You will enjoy approximately 3 stops during the day depending upon conditions of the day, including sea and weather conditions.
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We recommend you wear your swimsuit under your clothes, take a beach towel and protect yourself from the sun. The snorkel equipment provided includes a mask and snorkel. The observation of the marine life is not guaranteed.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 100
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Natural beauties by 4WD
Travel by 4x4 vehicle to Serra da Bocaina National Park, known for its waterfalls, cachaça distillerie, and visiting the beginning of the famous Gold Trail and other attractions, in a well-preserved area.
The first stop you will come to the Pedra branca's waterfall, one of highest falls in the region excellent for swimming.
Then you will visit the Tobogã's waterfall a pleasant waterfall that makes for lovely photos. After your swim, you’ll stop at the Alambique Pedra Branca Distillery. Taste the liquor and observe the production process.
You will stop en route to visit an exhibition of more than 300 species of bromelias, and then you return the pier again.
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We recommend you wear your swimsuit under your clothes, take a beach towel and protect yourself from the sun. This tour is not recommended for guests suffering from neck or back problems. The terrain can be bumpy. Each vehicle can welcome 8 participants. A guide will accompany the convoy and provide commentary at stops. If you wish, you can purchase souvenirs at the boutique, please take small denominations of Brazilian real. This tour is limited to 34 participants.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 150
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Cooking class
The demonstrations are conducted by the International Chef, Yara Roberts in her kitchen.
It presents a different proposal of Brazilian cuisine, with dishes from Amazonas, Bahia and Minas Gerais, among others.
During demonstrations Chef Yara includes not only stories but also the cultural aspects of each region, explaining the origins of their ingredients, their nutritional values and influences in the cuisine of other people.
The chef takes every opportunity to teach cooking techniques and professional tips to cooking. Following the demonstration team of the school serves a wonderful lunch.
Before walking back to the pier, you will have time to stop at local stores.
- This tour involves 10 minutes of walking on an uneven surface. If you wish, you can purchase local items at the local store, please take small denominations of Brazilian real. The Chef Yara Roberts speaks English. This tour is limited to 10 participants.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 255
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
TRANSFER FROM THE PIER OF SANTOS TO SAO PAULO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your transfer between your port of disembarkation and the airport.
Santos
After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port by our local English-speaking representative.
You will then be transferred to the international airport of Guarulhos in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight.
Your programme includes:
- Transfer as mentioned in the programme.
- Services of a local English-speaking guide.
- Assistance at the airport.
Your programme does not include:
- Tips for the driver and local guide.
- Personal expenses
- Other services not mentioned in the programme.
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 : € 300
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.
FLIGHTS FROM/TO PARIS + DAKAR AND GORÉE, THE MEMORY ISLAND 1N (PRE) + TRANSFER FROM THE PIER OF SANTOS TO SAO PAULO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (POST)
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : € 2'125
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.