Mediterranean & Northern Europe COLLECTION Summer 2019 Cruises
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The Mediterranean & Northern Europe: A unique heritage to discover by sea From the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean to the nuanced light of the North Sea, from the Greek Islands, setting for the adventures of Ulysses, to the Baltic Sea, once crossed by rich traders of golden amber, visiting Europe by the sea is a unique travel experience. PONANT invites you to discover our latest cruises in this fascinating and timeless region in the pages of this new Summer 2019 Collection. Aboard one of our small ships, immersed in an intimate and refined atmosphere, PONANT guests enjoy a peaceful interlude of relaxation and culture. Our vessels sail the footsteps of the heroes, explorers, architects, scholars, great writers and poets who discovered, molded, and eulogized these ancient shores, from Andalusian Malaga, to Eternal Rome, to sumptuous Saint Petersburg. We are also delighted to announce our newest venture this season: The PONANT Quintessential CollectionTM . These special voyages are designed around a specific theme, for travelers who want to engage with the world in order to understand it. Quintessential Collection programs include: •A pre- or post-cruise stay with excursions relevant to the theme, so you can extend your PONANT moment. • L ectures and performances aboard ship by world-class speakers and musicians, each highly regarded in the United States as experts in their respective fields. •O ne or two exceptional activities ashore that encourage guests to embrace the sights and sounds, tastes and smells of the local culture. Treat yourself to a summer break aboard one of our deluxe ships—including the latest additions to the PONANT fleet, Le Dumont-d’Urville and Le Bougainville.
See you on board very soon!
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Contents Mediterranean and Northern Europe: Summer 2019 Overview......... 6 Why Travel with PONANT?.......................................................................... 8 The PONANT Quintessential CollectionTM............................................. 10 The Mediterranean .................................................................................... 12 • Cruises in Greece and the Aegean..................................................... 20 • Cruises in the Adriatic .......................................................................... 28 • Cruises around the Iberian Peninsula............................................... 36 • Cruises between Corsica & Sicily....................................................... 40 • Cruises accross the Mediterranean ................................................... 44 • Mediterranean Shore Excursions....................................................... 50 • Mediterranean Pre- & Post-Cruise Programs................................... 52 Northern Europe ........................................................................................ 54 • Cruises in Northern Europe.................................................................. 60 • Northern Europe Shore Excursions.................................................... 64 • Northern Europe Pre- & Post-Cruise Programs................................ 65 The PONANT Fleet..................................................................................... 66 Price list........................................................................................................ 82 Formalities................................................................................................... 85 General Terms and Conditions of Sale.................................................. 86 Particular Terms and Conditions of Sale............................................... 90
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Your cruises in
the Mediterranean & Northern Europe NORWAY
BERGEN
SWEDEN
STOCKHOLM
DENMARK
COPENHAGEN
DUBLIN IRELAND
UNITED KINGDOM
LONDON PORTSMOUTH HONFLEUR FRANCE ITALY
NICE PORTUGAL
SPAIN
LISBON
BARCELONA
VENICE LIVORNO CIVITAVECCHIA NAPLES
VALENCIA
ISTANBUL GREECE
TURKEY
ATHENS VALLETTA MALTA JORDAN
SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE CANARY ISLANDS
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AQABA
DEPARTURE APRIL
SHIP
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13th April 2019
L'Austral
LISBON • PORTSMOUTH | WINE |
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15th April 2019
Le Bougainville
NICE • ATHENS
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22nd April 2019
L'Austral
PORTSMOUTH • DUBLIN
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22nd April 2019
Le Bougainville
ATHENS • ATHENS
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24th April 2019
Le Ponant
SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE • VALENCIA
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29th April 2019
L'Austral
DUBLIN • PORTSMOUTH
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29th April 2019
Le Bougainville
ATHENS • ATHENS | MUSIC |
7
6th May 2019
Le Bougainville
ATHENS • ISTANBUL
7
12th May 2019
Le Boréal
LONDON • BERGEN | GARDENS |
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13th May 2019
Le Bougainville
ISTANBUL • ATHENS
7
13th May 2019
Le Lyrial
NAPLES • VENICE
7
20th May 2019
Le Lyrial
VENICE • VENICE
7
27th May 2019
Le Lyrial
VENICE • VENICE
7
3rd June 2019
Le Lyrial
VENICE • VENICE
7
6th June 2019
Le Bougainville
BARCELONA • LISBON
7
10th June 2019
Le Lyrial
VENICE • ATHENS | MUSIC |
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13th June 2019
Le Bougainville
LISBON • CIVITAVECCHIA
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17th June 2019
Le Lyrial
ATHENS • ATHENS
4
26th June 2019
Le Bougainville
VALLETTA • VALLETTA | FOOD & WINE |
10
1st July 2019
Le Lyrial
ATHENS • VENICE
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6th July 2019
Le Bougainville
VALLETTA • VALLETTA
8
8th July 2019
Le Lyrial
VENICE • CIVITAVECCHIA
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13th July 2019
Le Lyrial
CIVITAVECCHIA • ATHENS | FAMILY |
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14th July 2019
Le Bougainville
VALLETTA • ISTANBUL
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22nd July 2019
Le Bougainville
ISTANBUL • ATHENS
7
22nd July 2019
Le Lyrial
ATHENS • VENICE
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25th July 2019
Le Ponant
NICE • NICE
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29th July 2019
Le Lyrial
VENICE • VENICE
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29th July 2019
Le Bougainville
ATHENS • ATHENS
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1st August 2019
Le Ponant
NICE • NICE
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5th August 2019
Le Lyrial
VENICE • ATHENS | FAMILY |
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7th August 2019
Le Dumont-d'Urville
COPENHAGEN • STOCKHOLM
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8th August 2019
Le Ponant
NICE • NICE
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12th August 2019
Le Lyrial
ATHENS • CIVITAVECCHIA | FAMILY |
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13th August 2019
Le Bougainville
ATHENS • LIVORNO
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15th August 2019
Le Dumont-d'Urville
STOCKHOLM • COPENHAGEN
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19th August 2019
Le Lyrial
CIVITAVECCHIA • VENICE | FAMILY |
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23rd August 2019
Le Dumont-d'Urville
COPENHAGEN • HONFLEUR | ART |
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30th August 2019
Le Bougainville
VENICE • ATHENS
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PAGE Gastronomy, Vineyards & Grands Crus Mediterranean Islands Celtic Shores Treasures of the Hellenic World Between Morocco & Spain Celtic Shores Fourth Annual Piano Festival at Sea
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Ancient Treasures of the Mediterranean Voyage to Green & Gentle Lands Aegean Odyssey From Naples to the Adriatic The Best of Croatia The Best of Croatia
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The Best of Croatia Iberian Shores Recitals in the Mediterranean Andalusia & Balearic Islands An Aegean Sojourn Sicilian Food & Wine Experience
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Treasures of the Adriatic Treasures of Sicily From the Adriatic to Roma Treasures of the Mediterranean World The Eternal Aegean Splendors of the Aegean Sea Dalmatian Shores The Great Corsican Loop In the Heart of the Adriatic In the Heart of the Cyclades
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MAY p. 63 p. 24 p. 31 p. 32 p. 32
JUNE p. 38 p. 33 p. 38 p. 24 p. 43
JULY p. 42 p. 33 p. 30 p. 25 p. 26 p. 34 p. 42 p. 32 p. 26
AUGUST
The Great Corsican Loop From the Canals of Venice to the Stones of Athens Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea The Great Corsican Loop Mediterranean Nature & Culture From Ancient Greece to Italian Shores Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea From the Tyrrhenian Sea to the Adriatic History, Art & Architecture Along the North Sea From the Serenissima to the City of Gods
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SEPTEMBER HONFLEUR • HONFLEUR | FOOD |
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13th September 2019 Le Dumont-d'Urville
HONFLEUR • HONFLEUR | MUSIC |
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18th September 2019 Le Bougainville
ATHENS • CIVITAVECCHIA | MUSIC |
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21st September 2019 Le Dumont-d'Urville
HONFLEUR • LISBON
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23rd September 2019 Le Lyrial
ATHENS • BARCELONA
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1st September 2019
Le Dumont-d'Urville
Ireland, Scotland & Cornwall Musical Odyssey on the Celtic Sea Ancient Mediterranean Civilizations Atlantic Shores Island Jewels of the Mediterranean
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OCTOBER 4th October 2019
Le Bougainville
VALLETTA • ATHENS
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7th October 2019
Le Lyrial
LISBON • BARCELONA | MUSIC |
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9th October 2019
Le Bougainville
ATHENS • ATHENS | WORLD AFFAIRS |
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25th October 2019
Le Bougainville
ATHENS • ISTANBUL
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1st November 2019
Le Bougainville
ISTANBUL • ATHENS
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8th November 2019
Le Bougainville
ATHENS • ATHENS
7
15th November 2019 Le Bougainville
ATHENS • AQABA
10
Splendors of the Western Mediterranean Musical Portugal & Spain Origins of Greek Civilizations Ancient Treasures of the Mediterranean
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Aegean Odyssey Jewels of the Peloponnese Civilizations & Myths
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NOVEMBER
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Why travel with
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Is your dream to travel differently, moving from destination to destination without unpacking, enjoying the discovery of secret stops inaccessible to large ships? Whether you prefer culture or relaxation, monuments or nature, PONANT has the perfect trip for you in its selection of cruises across Europe. Because cruising does not mean just seeing the coastline, we are offering you a different perspective with our shore programs that are rich in culture and experiences. Thanks to our carefully selected itineraries, shore excursions, and pre- and post-cruise programs, PONANT guests are afforded teh unique opportunity to discover the treasures left behind by ancient civilizations in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe in depth.
PONANT style in the Mediterranean & Northern Europe • Variety: We offer 42 cruises in the Mediterranean, from the Adriatic to the Aegean, and 10 cruises in Northern Europe, from Atlantic shores to the Baltic. • UNESCO World Heritage sites: We visit 45 landmarks that UNESCO has selected as having cultural, historical, or scientific significance. • PONANT Quintessential Collectiontm: Our newest venture, these cruises are designed for travelers who want to engage with the world in order to understand it. See pages 10-11 for more information on the Quintessential Collection. • Brand-new itineraries and ports of call: Gythio, Igoumenitsa, Syracuse, Brindisi, Reggio di Calabria, Piran, Gdansk…PONANT calls in these fascinating places for the first time! • Cultural discoveries ashore: A rich and varied choice of excursions and preand post-cruise programs are available, allowing you to personalize your cruise. • 2019 is the inaugural season for our new ships in the PONANT EXPLORERS series: Le Bougainville and Le Dumont-d’Urville. • Luxurious yacht cruises aboard ultra-modern ships combine elegance, discreet service and cutting-edge technology.
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PONANT is thrilled to announce our newest venture in luxury small-ship cruising: The PONANT Quintessential Collectiontm. These special voyages are designed around a specific theme, for travelers who want to engage with the world in order to understand it. They also offer special perks and programing that are unlike anything you have ever seen before from PONANT. In addition to the usual elements of the PONANT experience, these voyages include a pre- or post-cruise stay with excursions relevant to the theme, lectures and performances aboard ship by world class experts and musicians, and one or two exceptional activities ashore that encourage guests to embrace the sights and sounds, tastes and smells of the local culture.
A GARDEN CRUISE IN THE NORTH SEA with Holly Shimizu
This voyage is carefully designed to showcase the remarkable gardens of the British Isles, Belgium, and Norway during springtime. Join Holly Shimizu, former chief of the U.S. Botanic Gardens and director of the American Horticultural Society, for special excursions including a gala luncheon at the Royal Botanic Garden in Edinburgh, an expert-led tour at Kew Gardens and Chelsea Physic Gardens in London, and more. Le Boréal: London • Bergen - 12th May 2019 - page 63
Holly H. Shimizu, recently retired Executive Director of the United States Botanic Garden, is an internationally recognized horticulturist. She has worked in gardens in many parts of the world and is often recognized from ten years as a host of the popular Victory Garden television show on PBS.
SICILIAN FOOD & WINE CRUISE
with Mary Taylor Simeti & Wine Spectator Food—its cultivation, preparation, and consumption—has always been central to the Sicilian way of life. Mary Taylor Simeti, American author and one of the foremost authorities on Sicilian food, will lead a voyage that circumnavigates Sicily with an exploration of the richly textured Italian approach to food and dining. And, in partnership with Wine Spectator magazine, a native expert will lead an onboard wine tasting and educational session about local vintages, inspired by Wine Spectator’s Online Wine School curriculum. Le Bougainville: Valletta• Valletta -26th June 2019 - page 43
MULTI-GENERATION MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE
with Kathleen M. Lynch
This voyage is carefully designed to showcase the remarkable gardens of the British Isles, Belgium, and Norway during springtime. Join Holly Shimizu, former chief of the U.S. Botanic Gardens and director of the American Horticultural Society, for special excursions including a gala luncheon at the Royal Botanic Garden in Edinburgh, an expert-led tour at Kew Gardens and Chelsea Physic Gardens in London, and more. Le Lyrial: Civitavecchia • Athens - 13th July 2019 - page 30
Kathleen M. Lynch, Professor of Classics at the University of Cincinnati, who will enrich the program through lectures and informal discussions on the archaeological sites of Greece, Italy, and Turkey as well as mythology and life in the ancient world.
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ART & ARCHITECTURE OF THE NORTH SEA with Till-Holger Borchert
This voyage is an art connoisseur’s dream, visiting some of the best museums in the world in the space of nine days, with a state-of-the-art five-star small luxury cruise ship as our means of transportation. Accompanying us will be a world renowned historian of art, who will provide context for the paintings, sculptures and architecture we encounter as we enjoy exclusive access to these collections. Le Dumont-d'Urville: Copenhagen • Honfleur - 23rd August 2019 - page 61
Till-Holger Borchert is General Director of the Municipal Museums of Bruges (Musea Brugge) and Founding Director of the Flemish Research Center of the Arts in the Burgundian Netherlands at the Groeningemuseum, Bruges.
MUSIC CRUISE THROUGH GREECE & SICILY with Michael Parloff
A combination of extraordinary sightseeing with private recitals by classical musicians: that is what we offer on our music themed voyages. Artistic director Michael Parloff personally selected a world-renowned violinist, cellist, pianist, and flutist to accompany him on this special journey and perform three original concerts with themes relating to the countries and ports-of-call visited. Each concert will be preceded by a lecture from Mr. Parloff, designed expressly for this PONANT cruise. Le Bougainville: Athens • Civitavecchia - 18th September 2019 - page 46
Michael Parloff was Principal Flutist of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra from 1977 until his retirement in 2008 and has been heard regularly as recitalist, chamber musician and concerto soloist. Highly respected as a lecturer and teacher, he gives regular presentations at the Lincoln Center Chamber Music Society and Music@Menlo.
WORLD AFFAIRS CRUISE with Fareed Zakaria,
General Michael V. Hayden & Daniel Mendelsohn
This voyage into the heart of the ancient Greek world will be accompanied by statesmen, ambassadors, and generals who have shaped the modern world through their words and deeds. As we travel into the distant past, we will also attend to the present, engaging with our guest experts on the current state of international relations and on the prospects for the future. Le Bougainville: Athens • Athens - 9th October 2019 - page 27
Host of CNN’s Fareed Zakaria GPS, contributing editor at The Atlantic, and Washington Post columnist Fareed Zakaria is widely respected for his thoughtful analysis and ability to spot economic and political trends.
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The Mediterranean From Spain to Greece, from Italy to Turkey, come and discover the shores, lights and perfumes of Homer’s “wine dark” sea!
Criss-crossed since Antiquity by sailors, the theater of our founding myths, the cradle of the great civilizations, the Mediterranean offers a unique mosaic of culture, art and history.
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Not to be missed in
the Mediterranean UNFORGETTABLE SHORELINES
The Bay of Kotor
The Corinth Canal
From the decks of our ship, the long walls of the fortified city of Kotor will unfurl before your eyes. The still, deep waters of the bay and the clouds of floating mist create a surreal and magical atmosphere. Small islands, such as Saint George and Our Lady of the Rocks, remind us that a proud seafaring people has lived for centuries in this bay. At the crossroads of Latin and Byzantine culture, discover the treasures of Montenegro during an unforgettable journey.
The Corinth Canal cuts through the Isthmus of Corinth, turning the Peloponnese into an island as it separates the region from the Greek mainland. Inaugurated in 1893, the canal is a little over four miles long and enables merchant and passenger vessels to avoid a long 250-mile detour around the peninsula. The two sides of the canal reach a height of approximately 165 feet. From the exterior decks, don’t miss this unique opportunity to watch the ship navigate along the narrow strip of water encased between tall, ochre cliffs.
See pages 30; 32; 33; 34; 35.
See pages 27; 33; 34; 35; 47; 48; 49.
The cliffs of Bonifacio
Cruising in front of Stromboli
The ‘Isle of Beauty’ is an absolute must-visit on a summer cruise, and Corsica is where you’ll find Bonifacio, majestically perched on a narrow rocky headland of white limestone. Eroded by the waves, its cliffs form a natural façade that plunges into the crystal water, protecting the port built in a natural rocky inlet. A fortress sculpted by wind and spray, the city boasts a historical center and cobblestone streets.
Like Ulysses on his Odyssey, enjoy the opportunity to sail past Stromboli, a highly active, capricious volcano that forms one of the Aeolian Islands. Its activity has been uninterrupted for thousands of years, leading Homer to name it ‘the lighthouse of the Mediterranean.’ You might even get the chance to witness the incandescent lava shooting up towards the sky like fireworks. It is an amazing sight. The glowing red rocks then fall back tirelessly against the slopes and tumble down to the sea. From the ship’s deck, admire one of the Earth’s most beautiful shows.
See pages 38; 43; 46; 47; 48.
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1 - Roman mosaic wall - Pompeii, Italy 2 - Theater of Epidaurus, Greece 3 - Delphi, Greece 4 - Library of Celsus - Ephesus, Turkey
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Not to be missed... UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES
Pompeii Our call at Naples will be your opportunity to discover the site of Pompeii. On August 24, a.d. 79, Vesuvius erupted, freezing this vast and flourishing Roman city under its ashes. Excavations of this archaeological site began in the 18th century and today a visit to Pompeii unfolds like a living book describing the daily life of an opulent society. There is much evidence of the past here, such as administrative buildings, temples, and affluent homes. Walking through the streets of Pompeii and discovering the marvelous frescoes and mosaics, statues, and street stalls brings us remarkably close to ancient Rome.
See page 46.
Epidaurus & Mycenae A call in Napflion gives access to two ancient jewels: the Theater of Epidaurus and the town of Mycenae. A marvel of harmony and acoustics, majestic with its white limestone tiers rising over 65 feet above the ground, the Theatrer is surprisingly preserved and still allows for crisp sound. In the Atreid royal town of Mycenae, you will follow in the footsteps of Agamemnon and Orestes.
See pages 23; 24; 27; 33; 46; 49.
Delphi Delphi is one of Greece’s most important archaeological sites and is listed as World Heritage by UNESCO. Pilgrims thronged to the temple of Apollo, attracted by the oracles delivered by the Pythia. In perfect harmony with its natural environment, the ruins cling to the slopes of Mount Parnassus and dominate the valley.
See pages 27; 34; 35; 47; 48; 49.
Ephesus Turkey’s most ancient site, Ephesus, was dedicated to the goddess Artemis. Nestled in the heart of three verdant hills, Ephesus recounts the grandeur of this former port town. Even though there remain only a few vestiges of its famous temple (one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World) the archaeological site is unmissable. Discover the façade of the magnificently restored Library of Celsus, and then the second-largest amphitheater of the ancient world. The remains of this ancient UNESCO World Heritage site reveal daily life at the time of the Greeks and Romans.
See pages 22; 23; 49.
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Not to be missed... DISCOVERIES ASHORE
The Meteora from Volos In the heart of the Plain of Thessaly an amazing forest of vertical, smooth rocky pitons rises up out of a lush green carpet. The Meteora, which in Greek means “suspended in the air� are one of the most beautiful sites of Continental Greece and a UNESCO World Heritage site. These strange promontories can reach up to 1,000 feet in height and since the 11th century have served as celestial perches for Orthodox monasteries. These impressive rocky outcrops are still home to six monasteries that are accessible by long staircases. During your visit, you will have time to explore the chapels and their rather unexpected frescoes, libraries of valuable manuscripts, and icons.
See pages 23; 24.
Alhambra Palace & Grenada from Malaga With the invasion of Spain by the Moors in the 8th century, Granada became a bastion of Islamic culture which flourished here for hundreds of years. In 1492 the city came under the rule of Ferdinand and Isabella, but its Moorish architecture and atmosphere are still in evidence. The highlight of your visit is a tour of the Alhambra, the world's finest and best-preserved Islamic palace. Behind the austere exterior is an architectural marvel of lacy arches, filigreed ceilings, slender columns, and romantic courtyards adorned with fountains. Adjacent is the Generalife Gardens, once the retreat of the caliphs.
See pages 38; 39.
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1 - Meteora, Greece 2 - Mystras, Greece 3 - Gardens of the Generalife - Grenada, Spain 4 - The Baroque façade of the Church of Santa Croce - Lecce, Italy
Mystras from Gythio
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Located in the south of the Peloponnese, on the Mani Peninsula, Gythio was the main port and naval base of ancient Sparta. Discover Mystras, the “marvel of Morea.” Constructed as an amphitheater on a steep hill, this site is one of the most captivating in Greece and serves as the backdrop for an extremely well-conserved fortified medieval city that dates from the late Byzantine period. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the palaces, churches, monasteries and private residences still testify to its magnificence, when Mystras was a unique intellectual, cultural and artistic center during the last two centuries of the Byzantine empire. See page 27.
Lecce from Brindisi Located on the “heel” of the Italian boot, Brindisi has been famous since Antiquity for its huge natural harbor, which is amongst the most sheltered in the Adriatic. It is an ideal starting point for visiting the villages of the Puglia region and setting off to discover Lecce. Lecce is famous for its baroque splendor developed from the 16th century onwards in a particular architectural style, called barocco leccese. The churches and palaces, constructed from a honey-hued limestone, constitute a preserved complex. This splendor culminates in the sumptuously decorated façade of the Church of Santa Croce and the Piazza del Duomo, one of the most beautiful in Italy.
See page 35.
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Not to be missed in
Greece & the Aegean Sea Mykonos
Rhodes
Legend has it that Mykonos was formed from the petrified bodies of giants killed by Hercules. Nowadays it is a glamourous destination and Greece’s most famous cosmopolitan island. Stroll narrow marble streets and admire whitewashed houses with colorful doors and window frames, bougainvillea trees in purple bloom, and hidden churches. Soak up the atmosphere along the lively waterfront and admire a fleet of fishing boats casting reflections in the azure waters. Or, stop in one of the many brand-name stores, charming cafés and stylish restaurants.
With its particularly agreeable climate, the medieval island of Rhodes invites visitors to walk its winding pathways and discover its immaculate villages, magnificent sites, and monuments. At the center of the island lie forest-covered mountains, and on the western slopes one will find vineyards and crops. Your ship takes you to this delightful island, home of the legendary Colossus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Pergamon from Dikili
Patmos
A major site of the Hellenist world, then of the Roman Empire, the acropolis of Pergamon was constructed on a rocky outcrop. The monumental temples, porticoes, altars and the library, which competed with that of Alexandria, surround the vertiginous theater. Its 78 tiered seats standing almost 165 feet tall seem to be suspended above the plain. The richness of these ancient vestiges, dating from the 3rd century b.c. until the Ottoman era, earned Pergamon its listing as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Patmos offers a variety of facets to discover as you journey from beach to rocky bay. From its elegant port of Scale, do not miss a visit to the monastery of Saint John, a UNESCO monument, perched on hills around the town of Chore where the majestic crowns of the fortress are visible. Farther on, you will discover the grotto of the Apocalypse, where the last book of the New Testament was written towards the end of the first century by Saint John the Theologian.
Santorini
Bodrum
Created by the greatest volcanic eruption since written history began, Santorini is undoubtedly the most emblematic site of Greece. White villages dotted with blue domes, perched on top of volcanic cliffs of ash and rock, offer a surrealist appearance and sumptuous panoramas revealing the skylines of neighboring islands in the turquoise blue sea. This site is a unique place where the importance of Minoan history is created by the legends of the ancient gods and the myth of Atlantis.
Founded by the Greeks as Halicarnassus, birthplace of Herodotus and home of the Mausoleum, Bodrum was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Today it is a picturesque port with houses wreathed in bougainvillea and oleanders, with all the authentic charm of the original fishing village. As you stroll around the lively streets, discover the ramparts of Saint Peter’s Castle. Isolated on a peninsula in the middle of the bay, the fortress was built by the Knights of Rhodes.
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Fourth Annual Piano Festival at Sea
MUSI CAL C RUISE
ATHENS • ATHENS
LE BOUGAINVILLE 8 days / 7 nights 29th April 2019 From $4,580 (See page 83)
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
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GREECE ATHENS
Hydra
TURKEY
PONANT Piano Festivals at Sea have become a must for fans of the king of instruments. This season, five outstanding musicians will come together to perform. Nelson Freire, the Brazilian star, regarded as one of the best pianists in the world, will be accompanied by Russian Anna Fedorova, a virtuoso with kaleidoscopic fingers. Shani Diluka, a Sri Lankan poet with a delicate touch, Nicholas Angelich, a quasi-Proustian Franco-American pianist, and Frenchman Nicolas Stavy, a Liszt expert with fireworks for fingers, will also gave concerts and recitals.
Kusadasi Mykonos Delos
Patmos
Aegean Sea Santorini DAY
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Santorini (Greece)
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Delos (Greece) Mykonos (Greece)
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12.00 23.00
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Athens (Greece) Disembarkation
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Patmos (Greece)
Highlights: • UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Acropolis of Athens, the Monastery of Saint John and the Cave of the Apocalypse on Patmos, the sites of Ephesus from Kusadasi and Pergamon from Dikili, the sacred island of Delos. • The spectacular caldera of Santorini and its steep cliffs. • Enjoy private classical concerts aboard Le Bougainville throughout the cruise.
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Musical cruise with Radio Classique
A top-level piano festival awaits you!
A cruise in partnership with RADIO CLASSIQUE, combining an exceptional musical line-up and cultural programme, in the presence of Alain Duault.* 6 concerts onboard: 5 recitals + 1 concert *Artists may be subject to change.
Treasures of the Hellenic World
Ancient Treasures of the Mediterranean
ATHENS • ATHENS
ATHENS • ISTANBUL
22nd April 2019 From $3,370 (See page 83)
6th May & 25th October 2019 From $3,370 (See page 83)
LE BOUGAINVILLE 8 days / 7 nights
LE BOUGAINVILLE 8 days / 7 nights
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GREECE ATHENS Nafplion
Mykonos Paros
Aegean Sea
Aegean Sea Rethymno
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Rhodes
Nafplion
Mykonos Delos Paros
Crete
DAY
ITINERARY
1 2
Athens (Greece) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
Paros (Greece)
3
Volos (Greece)
4
Mykonos (Greece)
5
Rhodes (Greece)
6
Rethymno, Crete (Greece)
7
Nafplion (Greece)
08.30 07.45 13.00 13.30 12.30 12.30
8
Athens (Greece) Disembarkation
07.00
18.00 15.00 18.30 23.30 20.00 23.00 18.00
Dikili
Kusadasi Patmos
DAY
ITINERARY
1 2
Athens (Greece) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
3
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
Paros (Greece)
13.00 12.00
18.00 22.00 19.00
4
Delos (Greece) Mykonos (Greece)
07.00 14.00
12:00 23.00
5
Patmos (Greece)
6
Kusadasi (Turkey)
7
Dikili (Turkey)
07.30 07.00 07.00
19.00 20.00 12.30
8
Istanbul (Turkey) Disembarkation
09.00
Nafplion (Greece)
Highlights:
Highlights:
• A cruise to discover the finest ancient sites of Greece, with a port of call in Crete. • UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Acropolis of Athens, the Meteora monasteries (from Volos), the medieval city of Rhodes, the Mycenae ruins and the Epidaurus theater (from Napflion). • Explore Athens before or after your cruise (optional). • A varied cruise that includes lively cities, historic and cultural sites, and uniquely charming beaches.
• A cruise to discover the finest ancient sites of Greece, with two ports of call in Turkey. • UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Acropolis in Athens, the Mycenae ruins and the Epidaurus theater (from Napflion), Delos, the sacred island, the monastery of Saint John and the Cave of the Apocalypse on Patmos, the historical sites of Ephesus from Kusadasi and Pergamum from Dikili. • Explore Athens before or after your cruise (optional). • A varied cruise that includes lively cities, historic and cultural sites, and uniquely charming beaches
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Aegean Odyssey
An Aegean Sojourn
ISTANBUL • ATHENS
ATHENS • ATHENS
LE BOUGAINVILLE 8 days / 7 nights
LE LYRIAL 5 days / 4 nights 17th June 2019 From $1,820 (See page 82)
13th May & 1st November 2019 From $3,180 (See page 83)
CTURER LE
TURKEY
CTURER LE
ISTANBUL Volos
GREECE
Molyvos
ATHENS
GREECE ATHENS Nafplion Hydra
Mykonos Hydra
Aegean Sea
Patmos
Paros
Rhodes
Aegean Sea
Rethymno Crete DAY
ITINERARY
1 2
Istanbul (Turkey) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
3
Volos (Greece)
4
Hydra (Greece)
5
Rethymno, Crete (Greece)
6
Rhodes (Greece)
7
Nafplion (Greece)
13.30 08.30 12.00 07.30 07.00 13.15
8
Athens (Greece) Disembarkation
07.00
Molyvos (Greece)
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
18.00 18.30 18.30 18.30 13.00 13.30 19.00
DAY
ITINERARY
1 2
Athens (Greece) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
Patmos (Greece)
11.00
3
Paros (Greece) Mykonos (Greece)
07.00 16.30
4
Mykonos (Greece) Hydra (Greece)
11.00
5
Athens (Greece) Disembarkation
07.00
18.00 19.00 14.00 02.00 19.00
Highlights:
Highlights:
• A cruise around the Aegean Sea discovering exceptional Greek sites. • UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Meteora monasteries (from Volos), the medieval city of Rhodes, the Mycenae ruins and the Epidaurus theater (from Napflion), the Acropolis in Athens. • Sailing in the Dardanelles Strait. • The Minoan Palace of Knossos and the legend of the Minotaur from Rethymno (Crete). • Explore Athens before or after your cruise (optional).
• A cruise in the Aegean Sea to discover the Greek Islands and their ancient ruins, typical landscapes, and beaches. • UNESCO World Heritages sites: the Acropolis of Athens, the Cave of the Apocalypse on Patmos. • Discover three archipelagos during the same cruise: the Cyclades, the Dodecanese, and the Saronic Islands.
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Jewels of the Peloponnese
The Eternal Aegean VALLETTA • ISTANBUL
ATHENS • ATHENS
14th July 2019 From $3,920 (See page 83)
8th November 2019 From $3,180 (See page 83)
LE BOUGAINVILLE 9 days / 8 nights
LE BOUGAINVILLE 8 days / 7 nights
CTURER LE
GREECE Itea
TURKEY ISTANBUL
Corinth Canal
Nafplion
Aegean Sea Molyvos
GREECE
Pylos
Syros Mykonos Mediterranean Patmos Sea Elafonissos Delos Amorgos
VALLETTA MALTA
CTURER LE
ATHENS Hydra
Gythio Aegean Sea
Santorini Caldeira Crete
DAY
ITINERARY
1 2
Valletta (Malta) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
At sea
3
Elafonissos (Greece)
11.30
18.00
4
Sailing in the Santorini Caldera Amorgos (Greece)
12.00
21.00
5
Patmos (Greece)
08.00
22.00
6
Delos (Greece) Mykonos (Greece)
06.30 14.00
12.00 23.00
7
Syros (Greece)
8
Molyvos (Greece)
08.00 07.00
18.00 12.30
9
Istanbul (Turkey) Disembarkation
09.00
18.00
Rethymno
DAY
ITINERARY
1
Athens (Greece) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
2
Crossing Corinth Canal Itea (Greece)
13.30
19.00
3
Pylos (Greece)
08.45
19.00
4
Gythio (Greece)
07.30
14.00
5
Rethymno, Crete (Greece)
07.30
18.30
6
Nafplion (Greece)
08.00
23.00
7
Hydra (Greece)
11.00
18.30
8
Athens (Greece) Disembarkation
07.00
23.00
Highlights:
Highlights:
• UNESCO World Heritage sites: Valletta, the monastery of St. John, and the Cave of the Apocalypse on Patmos. • Before your cruise, discover Malta's beautiful capital of Valletta (optional). • The stunning beaches of Elafonissos, to the south of the Peloponnese. • Discover the pearls of the Cyclades: Amorgos, Delos, Mykonos, Syros. • Cruise into the breathtaking Santorini caldera. • Sailing in the Dardanelles Strait, the only passage between the Black Sea and the Mediterranean.
• Discover the finest ancient sites of the Peloponnese, with a port of call in Crete. • Numerous UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Acropolis of Athens, the sanctuary of Delphi (from Itea), the Mycenae ruins and the Epidaurus theater (from Napflio), the medieval ruins of Mystras. • New port of call: Gythio, the main port of ancient Sparta, not far from the Byzantine city of Mystras. • Visit Athens before or after your cruise (optional). • Cross the Corinth Canal.
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Splendors of the Aegean Sea
In the Heart of the Cyclades
ISTANBUL • ATHENS
ATHENS • ATHENS
22nd July 2019 From $3,430 (See page 83)
29th July 2019 From $3,430 (See page 83)
LE BOUGAINVILLE 8 days / 7 nights
LE BOUGAINVILLE 8 days / 7 nights
CTURER LE
Limnos
CTURER LE
ISTANBUL TURKEY Aegean Sea
Aegean Sea
GREECE ATHENS Delos
GREECE ATHENS Syros Paros
Syros Mykonos Patmos Hydra Milos Folegandros
Patmos Bodrum Symi
DAY
ITINERARY
1
Istanbul (Turkey) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
DAY
ITINERARY
18.00
1
Athens (Greece) Embarkation from 17.00 to 18.00
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
19.00
2
Limnos (Greece)
12.00
19.00
2
Patmos (Greece)
12.00
19.00
3
Paros (Greece)
12.00
23.00
3
Milos (Greece)
07.00
19.00
4
Syros (Greece)
07.30
18.00
4
Folegandros (Greece)
07.00
12.30
5
Bodrum (Turkey)
08.00
23.00
5
Syros (Greece)
08.00
19.00
6
Symi (Greece)
08.00
20.00
6
7
Patmos (Greece)
07.30
16.00
Delos (Greece) Mykonos (Greece)
07.00 14.00
12.00 00.00
Athens (Greece) Disembarkation
7
Hydra (Greece)
12.00
22.00
8
07.00
8
Athens (Greece) Disembarkation
07.00
Highlights:
Highlights:
• A cruise in the heart of the Aegean Sea, discovering the Greek islands of the Cyclades and the Dodecanese. • UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Monastery of Saint John the Theologian and the Cave of the Apocalypse on Patmos, the Acropolis in Athens. • The port of call at Bodrum, an elegant seaside resort known as “the Turkish Saint-Tropez.” • Visit Athens after your cruise (optional).
• A cruise in the Aegean Sea to discover the most beautiful islands of the Cyclades. • UNESCO World Heritages sites: the Acropolis of Athens, the Cave of the Apocalypse on Patmos, Delos. • Discover the pearls of the Cyclades: Folegandros, Delos, and Mykonos. • Visit Athens after your cruise (optional).
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Origins of Greek Civilization
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ATHENS • ATHENS
WOR LD AF FAIRS CRUIS E
LE BOUGAINVILLE 10 days / 9 nights (full program, including pre-cruise hotel night) 9th October 2019 (Embarkation 11th October 2019) For rates, please contact PONANT
GREECE Itea - Delphi
CTURER LE
Aegean Sea
Corinth Canal Epidaurus ATHENS Mycenae Nafplio Hydra Pylos Mystra Gytheion
World Affairs Cruise to Athens, Crete & the Peloponnese This voyage into the heart of the ancient Greek world will be accompanied by illustrious journalists, generals, and thinkers who have shaped the modern world through their words and deeds. As we travel into the past, we will also attend to the present, engaging with our guest experts on the current state of international relations and on the prospects for the future.
Mediterranean Sea Rethymnon
Knossos
CRETE DAY
ITINERARY
1
Fly from the USA
2
Athens (Greece) Overnight at a hotel
3
Athens (Greece) Embarkation
4
Itea | Delphi (Greece)
5
Pylos | Nestor's Palace | Methoni (Greece)
6
Gytheion | Mystra (Greece)
7
Rethymnon | Knossos (Crete, Greece)
8
Nafplion | Mycenae | Epidaurus (Greece)
9
Hydra (Greece)
10
Athens (Greece) Disembarkation
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
Host of CNN’s Fareed Zakaria GPS, contributing editor at The Atlantic, and Washington Post columnist Fareed Zakaria is widely respected for his thoughtful analysis and ability to spot economic and political trends.
General Michael V. Hayden is Former Director, Central Intelligence Agency and National Security Agency and author of Playing to the Edge. Currently, General Hayden serves as a principal at The Chertoff Group, a security and risk management advisory firm, and is distinguished visiting professor at George Mason University.
Highlights: • Our World Affairs programs provide expert insight into contemporary issues that affect our lives and the lives of our children and grandchildren. For this program, we have assembled a team of lecturers deeply involved in the contemporary world as commentators and critics and as actors on the main stage. • Included pre-cruise in Athens with an excursion to the Acropolis • Opportunities to visit iconic sites, including Delphi, Nestor’s Palace, Knossos, and Mycenae
Daniel Mendelsohn is an internationallybestselling author, award-winning critic and essayist, and columnist for Harper’s. His writing has appeared regularly in numerous national publications, most frequently the New Yorker, The New York Review of Books, and The New York Times. *Guests and programing may be subject to change.
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Not to be missed in
the Adriatic
Dubrovnik
Krka National Park
Aptly nicknamed ‘The Pearl of the Adriatic,’ Dubrovnik unfurls its ramparts along the Croatian coast. In the 15th century, this UNESCO World Heritage site was a Republic that rivalled Venice and held a monopoly on salt trading in the Balkans. This rich heritage helped Dubrovnik retain its signature architecture: harmonious façades topped with iconic red-tiled roofs; the Rector’s Palace, combining a refined Gothic style and Baroque sections; and the cloister of the Dominican monastery and its collection of Renaissance paintings. Touring the city’s ramparts when the rays of the setting sun light the stones ablaze will undoubtedly be one of the highlights of your cruise.
The Krka National Park follows the eponymous river, which runs through deep canyons on its way towards the Adriatic Sea. Over the centuries, limestone dams and barriers have formed, creating spectacular waterfalls. The park boasts no less than seven falls, the most astonishing of which is Skradin, made up of 17 drops totalling 150 feet. Hike Krka's picturesque pathways and wooden bridges alongside shores punctuated with washhouses and mills, and discover the magnificent panoramas over this natural spectacle.
Hvar
Bari
Mountainous Hvar is one of the best-known and most attractive islands of the Dalmatian coast. Protected from the wind by Mount Saint Nicolas, the town is encircled by ramparts and home to an elegant cathedral, a former Arsenal, and noble palaces, all bearing witness to a rich history influenced by Gothic and Renaissance art. Be enchanted by low white-washed houses as you stroll along the waterfront, where traditional fishing boats and leisure yachts line the quays. Yet what really makes this place so charming is the rich blend of color: the green peaks of the mountains, the cobalt blue of the sea, and the purple lavender fields.
Extending out along a fertile plain facing the Adriatic Sea, Bari bears the traces of the peoples which, over the centuries, have conquered it, settled it, or simply visited it fleetingly before making their way to faraway lands. Though its exact origins are lost among the mysteries of archaeology, the many sites here provide evidence of the town’s rich past. The Saracens, Byzantines, Normans and Swabians have left a trace. Stroll along the minuscule streets in Bari Vecchia, the historic center, where you will find small churches and monuments from bygone eras.
Pula
Diocletian’s Palace in Split
Admire Pula from the deck of your ship as she glides majestically deep inside the gulf of the Istrian peninsula. At the crossroads of the Slav and Italian worlds, history is carved into each stone of the many ancient monuments that decorate this pleasant city of cultural festivals. Time seems to have stood still for the emblem of the city, the Roman amphitheater. Remarkable for its size and for its state of conservation, it will be one of the most memorable moments of your summer cruise.
The city of Split is a UNESCO World Heritage site known especially for the immense palace of its founder, the Roman Emperor Diocletian. Surrounded by ramparts and including baths, a temple, a library, and army barracks, this late 3rdcentury palace has gradually been transformed, assimilated, and shaped by the inhabitants of Split, who have made it the center of their daily lives. This blend of Roman Empire and medieval homes exudes a unique ambiance. You too will succumb to the charm of the Dalmatian jewel.
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3
4
2 5
6
1 - Dubrovnik and its ramparts, Croatia 2 - Krka National Park, Croatia 3 - Young girls wearing the Croatian national costume 4 - The Trulli in Alberobello - Bari, Italy 5 - The Roman Amphitheater in Pula, Croatia 6 - Diocletian’s Palace in Split
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LE LYRIAL 10 days / 9 nights (full program, including pre- and post-cruise hotel nights) 13th July 2019 (Embarkation 15th July 2019) From $5,230 (See page 82)
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Co
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Treasures of the Mediterranean World
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YOUN G EXP L CRUIS ORERS E
CTURER LE
The PONANT Young Explorers™ Program
ITALY CIVITAVECCHIA
Rome Pompeii Salerno
TURKEY
Ionian Sea
Ephesus GREECE ATHENS Kusadasi Katakolon Santorini
Mediterranean Sea DAY
ITINERARY
Rethymnon Knossos
1
Fly from the USA
2
Rome (Italy) Overnight at a hotel
3
Rome | Civitavecchia (Italy) Embarkation
4
Salerno | Pompeii & Herculaneum (Italy)
5
At Sea
6
Katakalon | Olympia (Greece)
7
Rethymnon | Knossos (Crete, Greece)
8
Santorini (Greece)
9
Kusadasi | Ephesus (Turkey)
10
Athens (Greece) Disembarkation & overnight at a hotel
11
Athens (Greece)
CRETE
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
Highlights: • Grandparents, parents, and children learn together about the history, literature, mythology, and culture of a destination while experiencing firsthand the monuments left behind. • Children can participate in carefully crafted explorations of ancient sites, including Pompei, Zeus’s Temple at Olympia, the Palace of Knossos on Crete, the Parthenon, where history and legend will come alive. • Lectures and discussions by Kathleen M. Lynch inform and entertain the entire family.
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Experienced youth education counselors will lead groups of children and young adults in the Young Explorers™ Program, a series of educational and recreational activities designed from a youthful perspective. This is the perfect opportunity to inspire young minds with stories of the gods and heroes of Greek and Roman mythology, the grandeur of ancient art and architecture, and the natural beauty of the Mediterranean. Accompanied by their parents or grandparents, Young Explorers™ will enjoy guided excursions designed to provide experiences of the natural world—beach walks, forest hikes, boat rides, and more. And they will participate in carefully crafted explorations of ancient sites—Pompeii, Zeus’s Temple at Olympia, the Palace of Knossos on Crete, the Parthenon—where history and legend will come alive.
From Naples to the Adriatic
From the Tyrrhenian Sea FAMI to the Adriatic LY CR UI
NEW
SE
NAPLES • VENICE
CIVITAVECCHIA • VENICE
LE LYRIAL 8 days / 7 nights
LE LYRIAL 8 days / 7 nights 19th August 2019 From $3,190 (See page 82)
13th May 2019 From $3,310 (See page 82)
CTURER LE
SLOVENIA Piran
VENICE ITALY
NAPLES
Adriatic
Amalfi
ITINERARY Naples (Italy) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00 Taormina, Sicily (Italy)
3
Dubrovnik Monopoli
Tyrrhenian Sea Stromboli Taormina Sicilia
Taormina Sicily 1 2
CROATIA Hvar
CIVITAVECCHIA Sea
Otranto
DAY
Rab
ITALY
Split CROATIA Adriatic Dubrovnik Kotor Sea MONTENEGRO Bay of Kotor
Mediterranean Sea
CTURER LE
VENICE
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
DAY
ITINERARY
1
Civitavecchia (Italy) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
2
Amalfi (Italy) Sailing in front of Stromboli
08.00
13.00 15.00 19:00 23.00 19.00 18.00
Otranto (Italy)
12.00 12.00
18.00 18.30 19.00
4
Sailing in the Bay of Kotor Kotor (Montenegro)
3
Taormina, Sicily (Italy)
08.00
23.00
4
Monopoli (Italy)
5
Dubrovnik (Croatia)
07.00
21.30
5
Dubrovnik (Croatia)
6
Hvar (Croatia)
7
Rab (Croatia)
07.00 13.30 07.00 07.00 08.00
8
Venice (Italy) Disembarkation
07.30
6
Split (Croatia)
08.00
19.00
7
Piran (Slovenia)
12.00
19.00
8
Venice (Italy) Disembarkation
08.00
18.00
Highlights:
Highlights:
• A cruise to discover the wonders of the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Adriatic Sea, from Naples to Venice. • UNESCO World Heritage sites: Naples, Mount Etna from Taormina and its Greek Theater, the old towns of Dubrovnik and Kotor, the Diocletian’s Palace in Split, the lagoon of Venice. • Ports of call in four countries: Italy, Montenegro, Croatia, Slovenia. • Sail the Bay of Kotor. • Discover the historic harbor town of Piran, Slovenia, and its medieval ramparts. • Violinist Didier Lockwood will be onboard
• A kid-friendly, family cruise, with specific entertainment. • UNESCO World Heritage sites: the historical center of Rome from Civitavecchia, Amalfi, Mount Etna from Taormina and its Greek Theater, the old town of Dubrovnik, the lagoon of Venice. • The most beautiful ports of call in Dalmatia: Dubrovnik, Hvar, and Rab. • Sailing by Stromboli Volcano.
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In the Heart of the Adriatic
The Best of Croatia
VENICE • VENICE
VENICE • VENICE
LE LYRIAL 8 days / 7 nights 29th July 2019 From $3,380 (See page 82)
LE LYRIAL 8 days / 7 nights 20th, 27th May & 3rd June 2019 From $4,460 (See page 82)
CTURER LE
CTURER LE
VENICE
VENICE
SLOVENIA Piran
Rovinj
Rab
Pula
CROATIA Sibenik Split
ITALY
CROATIA
Adriatic Sea
Hvar
Korcula Dubrovnik Kotor
ITALY
Hvar Korcula Dubrovnik Adriatic Sea Kotor Mljet
MONTENEGRO
MONTENEGRO DAY
ITINERARY
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
DAY
ITINERARY
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
1
Venice (Italy) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
18.00
1
Venice (Italy) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
2
Korčula (Croatia)
14.30
22.00
2
Rab (Croatia)
12.00
18.00 18.00
3
Sibenik (Croatia) Split (Croatia)
07.00 12.30
08.30 20.30
3
Hvar (Croatia)
07.00
18.00
4
Dubrovnik (Croatia)
07.00
23.30
4
Kotor (Montenegro)
09.00
20.00
07.00 20.00
15.30
5
Sailing in the Bay of Kotor Kotor (Montenegro) Dubrovnik (Croatia)
6
Hvar (Croatia)
07.00
18.00
5
Dubrovnik (Croatia)
7
Pula (Croatia) Rovinj (Croatia)
08.00 14.30
12.00 22.00
6
Mljet (Croatia) Korčula (Croatia)
06.00 14.00
12.00 18.30
Venice (Italy) Disembarkation
7
Piran (Slovenia)
14.00
19.00
8
07.00
8
Venice (Italy) Disembarkation
07.00
23.00
Highlights:
Highlights:
• Discover seven charming Croatian cities on a single cruise, each amazing for their cultural and historic heritage. • Unesco World Heritage sites: the lagoon of Venice, the old town of Dubrovnik and Kotor, the cathedral St. Jacques in Šibenik, Diocletian’s Palace in Split. • In Montenegro, sail in the Bay of Kotor and visit the town of Kotor. • The opportunity to (re)discover Venice, the City of the Doges before or after your cruise.
• A cruise featuring culture and history, sailing along the turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea to visit four countries (Italy, Croatia, Montenegro and Slovenia). • UNESCO World Heritage sites: the lagoon of Venice, the old towns of Dubrovnik and Kotor. • In Montenegro, sail the bay of Kotor and visit the town of Kotor. • The most beautiful ports of call in Dalmatia: Mjlet, Korcula, and Hvar.
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From the Adriatic to Roma
Recitals in the Mediterranean VENICE • ATHENS
VENICE • CIVITAVECCHIA
LE LYRIAL 8 days / 7 nights 10th June 2019 IN PARTNERSHIP WITH From $3,790 (See page 82)
LE LYRIAL 8 days / 7 nights 8th July 2019 From $3,190 (See page 82)
VENICE
CTURER LE
VENICE CROATIA
ITALY CIVITAVECCHIA
CROATIA Hvar
Hvar Adriatic Sea
ITALY
Dubrovnik
Adriatic Sea
Tyrrhenian Sea Reggio di Calabria ITINERARY
Venice (Italy) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
3
5
Dubrovnik (Croatia) Igoumenitsa (Greece) Parga (Greece) Parga (Greece)
6
Reggio di Calabria (Italy)
7
Amalfi (Italy)
13.30 07.30
8
Civitavecchia (Italy) Disembarkation
07.30
13.00 07.00 12.30 20.30
GREECE
Nafplion
GREECE
1 2
MONTENEGRO Corinth Canal
Igoumenitsa Parga
DAY
Hvar (Croatia)
Dubrovnik Bay of Kotor
Bari
Amalfi
4
MUSI CAL C RUISE
18.00 19.00 19.00 18.00 17.30 19.00 18.00
ATHENS
DAY
ITINERARY
1 2
Venice (Italy) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
Paros ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
Hvar (Croatia)
13.00
18.00 18.00
3
Dubrovnik (Croatia) Sailing in the Bay of Kotor
07.00
14.00
4
Bari (Italy)
07.00
13.30
5
Crossing the Corinth Canal
6
Nafplion (Greece)
7
Paros (Greece)
07.30 08.00
18.00 18.00
8
Athens (Greece) Disembarkation
07.00
Highlights:
Highlights:
• UNESCO World Heritage sites: the lagoon of Venice, the old town of Dubrovnik, Amalfi, Rome. • A great diversity of landscapes, islands, and ports in the Adriatic, with two essential ports of call: Hvar and Dubrovnik. • Discover the beauty of the Amalfi Coast. • For the first time, PONANT calls at Reggio di Calabria, which guards the Strait of Messina at the southern tip of Italy. • The option of extending your stay in Rome post-cruise.
• A musical cruise in partnership with RADIO CLASSIQUE, hosted by Alain Duault and featuring talented chamber musicians. • Discover the wonders of the Adriatic, from Venice to Athens. • UNESCO World Heritage sites: the lagoon of Venice, the old town of Dubrovnik, the Mycenae ruins and the Epidaurus theater (from Napflion), the Acropolis of Athens. • Ports of call in three countries: Italy, Croatia and Greece. • Sailing in the Bay of Kotor & crossing the Corinth Canal.
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Treasures of the Adriatic
Dalmatian Shores
ATHENS • VENICE
ATHENS • VENICE
LE LYRIAL 8 days / 7 nights
LE LYRIAL 8 days / 7 nights 22nd July 2019 From $3,380 (See page 82)
1st July 2019 From $3,190 (See page 82)
CTURER LE
Opatija Hvar CROATIA Korcula Mljet Dubrovnik ITALY Bay of Kotor Adriatic Sea MONTENEGRO
VENICE
ITALY
GREECE Igoumenitsa
CTURER LE
VENICE Hvar Korcula CROATIA Mljet Dubrovnik Kotor Adriatic MONTENEGRO Sea GREECE Igoumenitsa
Corinth Canal
ATHENS
Itea
Hydra DAY
ITINERARY
ATHENS
Corinth Canal ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
18.30
1
Athens (Greece) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
2
Hydra (Greece) Crossing the Corinth Canal
07.00
12.00
3
Igoumenitsa (Greece)
11.00
18.00
4
Sailing in the Bay of Kotor Dubrovnik (Croatia)
14.00
23.30
5
Mljet (Croatia) Korčula (Croatia)
6
Hvar (Croatia)
07.00 14.00 07.30
12.00 19.00 13.30
7
Opatija (Croatia)
08.00
19.00
8
Venice (Italy) Disembarkation
07.00
DAY
ITINERARY
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
1
Athens (Greece) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00 Crossing the Corinth Canal
21.00
18.00 00.00
2
Itea (Greece)
07.00
14.00
3
Igoumenitsa (Greece)
06.30
16.30
4
Kotor (Montenegro) Dubrovnik (Croatia)
09.00 19.30
15.00
5
Dubrovnik (Croatia)
6
Mljet (Croatia) Korčula (Croatia)
07.00 14.00
12.00 19.00
7
Hvar (Croatia)
07.30
13.30
8
Venice (Italy) Disembarkation
08.00
00.00
Cruise will feature Robert Charlebois, composer, musician and singer.
Highlights:
Highlights:
• A cruise to discover the wonders of the Adriatic, from Athens, the City of the Gods, to Venice, la Serenissima. • UNESCO World Heritage sites: The timeless cities of Athens, Venice, and Dubrovnik. • A charming port of call in Hydra, a Saint Tropez to Athenians. • Crossing the Corinth Canal. • Call at the most beautiful ports in Dalmatia: Mjlet, Korčula, and Hvar.
• A cruise to discover the wonders of the Adriatic, from Athens, the City of the Gods, to Venice, la Serenissima. • UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Acropolis of Athens, the lagoon of Venice, the old towns of Dubrovnik and Kotor, the sanctuary of Delphi (from Itea). • Ports of call in four countries: Greece, Montenegro, Croatia, Italy. • Crossing the Corinth Canal. • Sailing in the Bay of Kotor.
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From the Canals of Venice to the Stones of Athens FAM
ILY CR UISE
VENICE • ATHENS
From La Serenissima to the City of Gods VENICE • ATHENS
LE LYRIAL 8 days / 7 nights
LE BOUGAINVILLE 8 days / 7 nights
5th August 2019 From $3,190 (See page 82)
30th August 2019 From $3,430 (See page 83)
CTURER LE
VENICE
CTURER LE
VENICE
CROATIA ITALY
Bol
Dubrovnik Bay of Kotor Adriatic MONTENEGRO Sea
ITALY
Hvar CROATIA Dubrovnik Kotor MONTENEGRO Bay of Kotor Brindisi GREECE
Adriatic Sea
GREECE Parga
ATHENS
Mykonos
Itea ATHENS Fiskardo Corinth Canal
Hydra Corinth Canal DAY
ITINERARY
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
DAY
ITINERARY
18.00
1
Venice (Italy) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
18.00
2
Hvar (Croatia)
14.30
20.00
3
Dubrovnik (Croatia)
07.30
23.00
4
Sailing in the Bay of Kotor Kotor (Montenegro)
08.00
17.00
5
Brindisi (Italy)
08.00
19.00
6
Fiskardo (Greece)
12.00
21.00
7
Itea (Greece) Crossing the Corinth Canal
07.00 16.45
13.00 19.45
8
Athens (Greece) Disembarkation
07.00
1
Venice (Italy) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
2
Bol (Croatia)
3
Dubrovnik (Croatia) Sailing in the Bay of Kotor
07.00
12.30
4
Parga (Greece)
14.00
23.00
5
Crossing the Corinth Canal
6
Mykonos (Greece)
08.00
23.30
7
Hydra (Greece)
12.00
21.00
8
Athens (Greece) Disembarkation
07.00
13.00
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
18.00
Highlights:
Highlights:
• A kid-friendly family voyage, with entertainment. • A cruise crossing three countries (Italy, Croatia, Greece) and three seas (Adriatic, Ionian and Aegean), to discover the emblematic treasures of the Mediterranean. • UNESCO World Heritage sites: the lagoon of Venice, the Old City of Dubrovnik, the Straits of Kotor, the Acropolis from the disembarkation port in Athens. • An unforgettable crossing of the Corinth Canal. • Three charming Greek ports of call, all with a different character: Parga, Mykonos, and Hydra.
• Discover the Adriatic and Aegean Seas, with their exceptional cultural sites, beautiful landscapes, and charming ports. • UNESCO World Heritage sites: the lagoon of Venice, the old towns of Dubrovnik and Kotor, Delphi from Itea, the Acropolis of Athens. • The city of Lecce (from Brindisi), a major site for Baroque architecture. • Visit Hvar, Dubrovnik and Kotor, three unmissable spots in the Adriatic. • Sailing in the Bay of Kotor. • Crossing the Corinth Canal. • Extend your stay in Athens (before your cruise) and/or Venice (after your cruise). The Mediterranean and Northern Europe by
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Not to be missed in
the Iberian Peninsula Lisbon
Barcelona
Sitting proudly on the right bank of the Tagus estuary, Lisbon has stood the test of time remarkably well. ‘Lisa’, as the locals like to call their city is a symbol of culture and modernity for the entire country. The city is home to many incomparable UNESCO World Heritage site landmarks, such as the Jeronimos Monastery and the Belém Tower, an emblem of Portugal’s naval power in the 16th century. Discover Lisbon’s districts, whose charms are as intoxicating as the sound of Fado music and blue-tiled azulejos.
Located on the seafront between two mountains, Barcelona offers a perfect blend of tradition and modernism. The city treats its visitors to a rich palette of artistic treasures, combining Roman vestiges, medieval districts, and many avant-gardist elements from the 20th century. Over the years, Barcelona has been marked by some of the world’s greatest artists, such as Picasso and Miró, and was most notably the main source of inspiration for architect Antoni Gaudí, whose works have greatly influenced the city’s architectural landscape. Discover the Sagrada Familia, a giant basilica whose construction began in 1882 and is yet to be completed; Park Güell; and Casa Batlló with its façade of astonishing colors that are reminiscent of the underwater world.
Altea
Canary Islands
Altea is a delightful small town on the Costa Blanca, to the north of Alicante. Its typical Spanish charm—narrow cobbled streets lined with whitewashed homes, decorated with flowering bougainvillea and prickly pear—attracts artists and photographers. Take the time to stroll around the old town and admire the views from the little squares over the azure sea. This is the same blue we find on the glazed tiles of the unusual domes of the Our Lady of Solace de la Consolation church, the main monument in the town. It is worth spending some time admiring its baroque decoration and ceramic details.
Situated off the Iberian Peninsula, the Canaries are a group of seven volcanic islands with contrasting landscapes. Discover Tenerife, the archipelago’s most widely-known island, dominated by the silhouette of Mount Teide. Then sail for Fuerteventura, nicknamed ‘the African’ due to its white sand dunes, its red earth, and its lunar-like landscapes, before heading to Gran Canaria, where over 40% of the island has now been granted Biosphere Reserve status by UNESCO.
Cadiz and Seville
Balearic Islands
Cadiz has preserved a remarkable heritage that dates back to its founding by the Phoenicians 3,000 years ago. It is one of the oldest cities in western Europe and is your gateway to Seville. Bordered by the tranquil waters of the Guadalquivir River, Seville encapsulates all the charm of Andalusia. Amidst Renaissance palaces, Gothic churches, and orange treeshaded patios, you will discover the elegance of the Mudejar.
Blessed with a generous dose of sunshine year round, the Balearic archipelago is composed of four main islands that are as charming as they are picturesque. These islands offer contrasting landscapes of jagged mountains, low-lying areas that seem to blend into the horizon, and white-sand beaches. Discover Menorca, the most pristine of the Balearic group, then Majorca, the largest island in the archipelago, and Palma, its capital.
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Andalusia & Balearic Islands
Iberian Shores BARCELONA • LISBON
LISBON • CIVITAVECCHIA
6th June 2019 From $3,430 (See page 83)
13th June 2019 From $3,920 (See page 83)
LE BOUGAINVILLE 9 days / 8 nights
LE BOUGAINVILLE 8 days / 7 nights
CTURER LE
CTURER LE
FRANCE
BARCELONA SPAIN PORTUGAL LISBON Cadiz Malaga
Corsica
Valencia Altea
Bonifacio ITALY SPAIN Balearic Islands PORTUGAL CIVITAVECCHIA Palma LISBON Mahon
Palma Balearic Islands
Mediterranean Sea
Cadiz
Mediterranean Sea
Malaga
Atlantic Ocean DAY
ITINERARY
1 2
Barcelona (Spain) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
3
Valencia (Spain)
4
Altea (Spain)
5
Malaga (Spain)
6
Cadiz (Spain)
7
At sea
8
Lisbon (Portugal) Disembarkation
Palma, Majorca, Balearic Islands (Spain)
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
08.00 07.30 07.00 14.00 13.30
18.00 19.00 18.00 12.30 23.30 23.00
07.00
DAY
ITINERARY
1 2
Lisbon (Portugal) Embarkation from 17.00 to 18.00
3
Cadiz (Spain)
4
Malaga (Spain)
5
At sea
6
Palma, Majorca, Balearic Islands (Spain)
7
Mahon, Minorca, Balearic Islands (Spain)
8 9
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
19.00
At sea
07.00 08.00
18.00 23.30
Bonifacio, Corsica (France)
08.00 07.30 10.00
22.00 13.00 18.00
Civitavecchia (Italy) Disembarkation
07.00
Highlights:
Highlights:
• Discover the landscapes, architecture, and history of Spain's east coast. • UNESCO World Heritage sites: Antoni Gaudí's creations, the Palau de la Música Catalana concert hall and the Hospital of the Holy Cross and St. Paul in Barcelona; the Llotja de la Seda in Valencia; the Alhambra of Granada from Malaga; the tower of Belem and the monastery of Jeronimos in Lisbon. • Take private tour by night at the Alhambra in Granada (prereservation and pre-payment mandatory; limited availibility). • Discover the Balearic Islands including Palma de Majorca. • Explore Altea and its glazed blue domes. • The Andalusian city of Cadiz, one of the oldest cities in the Western Mediterranean.
• UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the tower of Belém and the monastery of Jerónimos in Lisbon, the Cathedral and the Alcazar of Seville from Cadiz, the Alhambra of Granada from Malaga, the historic center of Rome. • Take private tour by night at the Alhambra in Granada (prereservation and pre-payment mandatory; limited availibility). • Discover the Balearic Islands including Palma de Majorca, their capital, and a stop in Mahon. • Sailing along the cliffs of Bonifacio.
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Between Morocco & Spain
COMP LIM EXCUR ENTARY SIONS
Musical Portugal & Spain
SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE • VALENCIA
LISBON • BARCELONA
24th April 2019 From € 2,960 (See page 82)
7th October 2019 From $3,790 (See page 82)
LE PONANT 8 days / 7 nights
SPAIN Atlantic Ocean
Gibraltar
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
LE LYRIAL 8 days / 7 nights
CTURER LE
VALENCIA
Malaga
BARCELONA
Mediterranean Sea
SPAIN PORTUGAL LISBON
Rabat Safi
MUSIC AL CRU ISE
MOROCCO
Canary Islands
Cadiz Malaga
SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE DAY
ITINERARY
1
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands (Spain) Embarkation from 11.00 to 12.00
2
At sea
3
Safi (Morocco)
4
Rabat (Morocco)
5
Gibraltar (Gibraltar)
6
Malaga (Spain)
7
At sea
8
Valencia (Spain) Disembarkation
Valencia
Palma Balearic Islands Mediterranean Sea
Atlantic Ocean ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
13.00 12.00 14.30 14.00 07.30
19.00 20.00 20.00 19.00
07.30
DAY
ITINERARY
1 2
Lisbon (Portugal) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
3
Cadiz (Spain)
4
Malaga (Spain)
5
At sea
6
Palma, Majorca, Balearic Islands (Spain)
7 8
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
18.00
At sea
07.00 08.00
19.00 23.30
Valencia (Spain)
07.00 07.00
18.00 17.30
Barcelona (Spain) Disembarkation
08.00
Selection of performers: Raquel Camarinha, soprano; Marcela Roggeri, piano; Emmanuel Rossfelder, guitar; Liana Gourdjia, violin; Yoan Moreau, piano; Ophélie Gaillard, violoncello. *Artists may be subject to change.
Highlights:
Highlights:
• A cruise devoted entirely to Spain and Morocco. Cross the Gibraltar Strait. • UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Lonja de la Seda (Silk Market) in Valencia, Rabat, capital of Morocco, and its many monuments. • Discover the best monuments of Safi: the Dar Al Bahar “castle on the sea” dating from the 15th century and the National Museum of Ceramics, former residence of the Alawite sultans. • Call in the imperial city of Rabat to see the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, the Hassan Tower, and the Chellah, an archaeological site of Berber origin located on the ruins of an ancient city. • An option to visit Santa Cruz de Tenerife (before your cruise) and Valencia (after your cruise).
• A musical cruise in partnership with RADIO CLASSIQUE, hosted by Alain Duault and featuring fado, opera and guitar musicians performing six concerts. • Numerous UNESCO World Heritage sites: Antoni Gaudí's creations in Barcelona; the Llotja de la Seda in Valencia; the Alhambra of Granada from Malaga; the tower of Belem and the monastery of Jeronimos in Lisbon (disembarkation port). • Take private tour by night at the Alhambra in Granada (prereservation and pre-payment mandatory; limited availibility). • Discover the Balearic Islands, including Palma de Majorca, and the Andalusian city of Cadiz.
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Not to be missed between
Corsica & Sicily
Taormina
Palermo
Perched at an altitude of 820 feet, Taormina juts out over the waters of the Ionian Sea. The peaceful town is renowned for its beautiful monuments and gardens and its narrow, medieval streets. But the jewel in its crown is undoubtedly the ancient theater, set on a hillside overlooking the sea. Created by the Greeks and reworked by the Romans, it is remarkable for its state of preservation, its perfect acoustics, and its extraordinary views of nearby Mount Etna.
You cannot fail to be charmed by the Sicilian capital, tucked away at the back of a large bay. Palermo has always been at the crossroads of Eastern and Western civilizations and has preserved traces of all these cultures. Its history and, in particular, its atmosphere play their part in creating a fascinating charm. The old town, its historical center, and above all the magnificent 12th-century cathedral are all testimony to Palermo’s prestigious past. A little further on, Monreale will reveal its Benedictine Abbey and its splendid Duomo, which also dates from the 12th century.
Calvi
Nice
From the minute your ship arrives in this Genoese citadel, the city welcomes you from its stone ramparts. A jewel of the Balagne, the “Sentinel City” is impressively beautiful. Everything combines to make it unique and unforgettable: the deep blue color of the water, the sandy beaches edged with pine trees, the lively and sparkling streets, and the mountains that surround it, over which the citadel seems to be keeping watch. The coast of the Balagne region runs from Calvi to L’Île Rousse and is renowned for its picturesque villages with their narrow cobbled streets.
Built around a legendary bay, Nice embraces both sea and mountains with a flourish, stretching the length of the Promenade des Anglais. A city full of charm, its festive historic center Vieux Nice is a labyrinth of cobbled streets, old buildings, and small craft shops standing alongside ultramodern design boutiques. And the city has nothing to envy of other European capitals, with its luxurious and refined architecture and many museums—a testimony to its lively artistic heritage.
Syracuse
Portoferraio, Island of Elba
Syracuse, “the largest and most beautiful of Greek towns” according to Cicero, has been sung about by the greatest, from Aeschylus to Salvador. How emotional it is to discover this city from the sea, to see this theater of the rivalry between Athens and Carthage, to admire its old stones enshrouded in soft light. Syracuse has been Byzantine, Saracen, and Norman over the centuries, making it today a unique place that combines restored palaces and dolce vita.
The island of Elba is the pearl of the Tuscan archipelago, home to several beautiful unspoiled bays. Deep inside an attractive harbor, discover the small town of Portoferraio, one of the oldest on the island, whose origins date back to the Ligurians, Etruscans, and Greeks before it became a Roman colony. This attractive city showcases colorful houses, 16th-century fortifications, and a historical center filled with Romanesque churches. Follow in the footsteps of Napoleon, who lived for 300 days in Villa dei Mulini during his Elban exile.
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1 - Ancient theater in Taormina, Italy 2 - Il Duomo - Monreale, Italy 3 - The Genoese Citadel of Calvi - Corsica, France 4 - Place Massena - Nice, France 5 - Il Duomo - Syracuse, Italy 6 - Portoferraio - Elba, Italy
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Treasures of Sicily
The Great Corsican Loop
VALLETTA • VALLETTA
NICE • NICE
LE BOUGAINVILLE 9 days / 8 nights
25th July, 1st & 8th August 2019 From $4,190 (See page 82)
Mediterranean Sea
ITALY
ITALY Portoferraio
Taormina Calvi Corsica Cargese
Syracuse
Mgarr ITINERARY
FRANCE NICE Mediterranean
Palermo
Porto Empedocle
DAY
CTURER LE
Sea
Sicily
VING
LE PONANT 8 days / 7 nights
6th July 2019 From $3,920 (See page 83)
Trapani
DI
VALLETTA MALTA
Elba Island
Porto Santo Stefano
Bonifacio Sant’Amanza ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
DAY
ITINERARY
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
1
Valletta (Malta) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
20.00
1
Nice (France) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
2
Porto Empedocle, Sicily (Italy)
12.00
18.30
2
Portoferraio, Elba Island (Italy)
10.00
18.00
3
Trapani, Sicily (Italy)
07.00
20.00
3
Porto Santo Stefano (Italy)
4
Palermo, Sicily (Italy)
07.30
Palermo, Sicily (Italy)
4
18.00 17.00
5
Sant'Amanza, Corsica (France) Sailing in the Strait of Bonifacio Bonifacio, Corsica (France)
07.30 09.00
6
Taormina, Sicily (Italy)
08.00
19.00
5
Bonifacio, Corsica (France)
7
Syracuse, Sicily (Italy)
08.00
19.00
6
Cargese, Corsica (France)
07.30
23.30
8
Mgarr, Gozo (Malta) Valletta (Malta)
07.00 14.15
12.00
7
Calvi, Corsica (France)
08.00
21.00
Valletta (Malta) Disembarkation
07.00
8
Nice (France) Disembarkation
07.30
9
20.00
18.00
20.30 18.30
Highlights:
Highlights:
• Circumnavigate Sicily, beginning in Malta. • Stay overnight aboard the ship in Valletta before disembarking, to thoroughly visit this UNESCO World Heritage site. • Discover Sicily's most beautiful historic cities and ancient sites: Palermo, Trapani, Taormina and its theater. • Visit Syracuse, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Possibility of diving with an experienced instructor. • Sail the Mediterranean aboard Le Ponant, our luxurious three-mast yacht. • Discover of the most beautiful places and beaches in Corsica: the Nature Reserve of the Strait of Bonifacio with exceptional sea life; Calvi and its citadel with its Genoese houses. • Pre- or Post-Cruise: discover Nice, one of the most beautiful cities of Côte d’Azur.
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VALLETTA • VALLETTA
FOOD & WIN E CRU ISE
LE BOUGAINVILLE 11 days / 10 nights (full program, includes pre-cruise hotel night) 26th July 2019 (Embarkation 28th July 2019) From $4,720 (See page 83)
CTURER LE
Trapani Palermo Segesta Monreale
Taormina
SICILY
Agrigento Porto Empedocle Syracuse Tyrrhenian Sea
Ionian Sea Gozo
MALTA DAY
ITINERARY
VALLETTA
1
Fly from the USA
2
Valletta (Malta) Overnight at a hotel
3
Valletta (Malta) Embarkation
4
Porto Empedocle | Agrigento (Sicily, Italy)
5
Trapani | Segesta (Sicily, Italy)
6
Palermo | Monreale (Sicily, Italy)
7
Palermo (Sicily, Italy)
8
Taormina (Sicily, Italy)
9
Syracuse (Sicily, Italy)
10
Gozo | Valletta (Malta)
11
Valletta (Malta) Disembarkation
PONANT has teamed up with Wine Spectator magazine to feature an exclusive Wine School & Food Pairing experience expressly for this cruise. Leveraging Wine Spectator’s expertise and methodology, this unique tasting will allow guests to delve deeply into the local wines of Sicily. Le Bougainville’s Chef will create a menu with which guests will sample two wines under the guidance of local wine ambassador and educator Marco Scapagnini. Participants in this special event will also receive two months complimentary access to Wine Spectator’s online Wine School.
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
Mary Taylor Simeti is the author of On Persephone’s Island: A Sicilian Journal, a history of Sicilian food entitled Pomp and Sustenance, and Sicilian Summer, An Adventure in Cooking with my Grandsons. She has contributed frequently to the New York Times and Financial Times. *Guests and programing may be subject to change.
Highlights: • Series of talks on local Sicilian food and wine by Mary Taylor Simeti and an onboard wine tasting with Wine Spectator expert Marco Scapagnini. • Included pre-cruise in Valletta to explore the Palace of the Grand Masters and the Co-Cathedral of St. John. • An exclusive “farmers’ market” of local produce at the awardwinning International Marionette Museum, arranged by Mary Taylor Simeti. • Optional excursions to agriturismo sites and wineries.
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Not to be missed
crossing the Mediterranean Capri and the Amalfi Coast
Catania and Mount Etna
Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1997, the Amalfi Coast is one of Italy’s precious jewels. The beauty of its rugged landscapes and picturesque villages, such as Amalfi, Ravello, and Positano, has made it famous the world over. Legend has it that the Olympian gods would follow the path that overlooks the coast in order to hear the song of the sirens. From there, they could see the entire Gulf of Salerno, all the way to the Capri rocks and the minuscule Li Galli islands, source of the bewitching voices. Discover the sheer but lush cliffs, the fragrant, terraced citrus groves, and the tiered villages.
Halfway between Messina and Syracuse, Catania is dominated by the majestic silhouette of Mount Etna. In the late 17th century its eruption destroyed the city, which was then rebuilt in the Late Baroque style, and the many monuments from that period have earned Catania its place on UNESCO’s list of World Heritage sites. Discover the Catania Cathedral and its tall apses made of volcanic rock, as well as the Piazza del Duomo with its elephant fountain. This animal is said to have the power to soothe Etna’s fury.
Reggio di Calabria
Hydra
At the southern tip of the Italian boot, Reggio di Calabria guards the eastern shore of the Strait of Messina. From the lungomare (the sea front promenade) there are magnificent views over Sicily and Etna. Rebuilt after the 1908 earthquake, Reggio is set out in a grid pattern and has Art Nouveau and Belle Époque architecture that add to its charm. A visit to the National Archaeological Museum is a must. It is one of the most important in Italy and among its collections are the famous Riacce Bronzes, the stunning Greek statues dating from the 5th century b.c. that were found off the coast in 1972.
“A view of a dramatic mountain and shining white houses... generations of seamen must have lived here.” This is how the late singer and poet Leonard Cohen described Hydra. Surrounded by rocky coastlines, capped with pine forest and with architecture combining nobility and sobriety, this former privateers’ den has managed to retain all the charm of the past. There are no cars or motorbikes here, and donkeys are the only ‘taxis’ you’ll find.
Aqaba and Petra
Fiskardo, Cephalonia
Located in the Red Sea within the eponymous gulf, Aqaba stands at the crossroads of the land and sea routes that linked Asia, Africa, and Europe. Rich with more than 5,000 years of history, Aqaba is the gateway to the ancient treasures of Jordan, such as the magnificent Wadi Rum desert and the ancient city of Petra. Petra is hidden in the shelter of a circle of mountains pierced with passages and gorges. The striking façades of the monuments, tombs, and temples, cut right into the red sandstone, constitute a unique complex that is listed as an UNESCO World Heritage site.
A scent of Italy drifts over the largest Ionian Island, Cephalonia. Long under Venetian influence, the island’s houses and, in particular, the pastel-colored façades of the port of Fiskardo have preserved 18th-century style. The small, brightly colored fishing boats moored along the quays in front of the taverna terraces add to the soothing charm. The green and fertile hills sprinkled with olive trees and vineyards cut into magnificent beaches with crystal-clear waters are often singled out as the most beautiful in the Mediterranean.
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1 - Panoramic view from Capri, Italy 2 - Mount Etna, Italy 3 - Reggio di Calabria, Italy 4 - Hydra, Greece 5 - The ancient city of Petra, Jordan 6 - Fiskardo, Greece
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Ancient Mediterranean Civilizations
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MUSI C CRU ISE
LE BOUGAINVILLE 10 days / 9 nights (full program, including pre- and post-cruise hotel nights) 18th September 2019 (Embarkation 20th September 2019) For rates, please contact PONANT
CTURER LE
CIVITAVECCHIA ITALY Naples - Pompeii
GREECE
Itea - Delphi ATHENS PIRAEUS Taormina Patmos Sicily Katakolon Olympia Sifnos Corinth Canal Mediterranean Sea DAY
ITINERARY
1
Fly from the USA
2
Athens (Greece) Overnight at a hotel
3
Athens | Piraeus (Greece) Embarkation
4
Patmos (Greece)
5
Sifnos
6
Cruising the Corinth Canal | Itea | Delphi
7
Katakolon (Greece)
8
Taormina (Sicily, Italy)
9
Naples | Pompeii (Italy)
10
Civitavecchia (Italy) Disembarkation
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
Highlights: • A music cruise that combines some of the loveliest destinations in the Mediterranean with private recitals by musicians each evening, hosted by Michael Parloff, Principal Flutist of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra from 1977-2008. • Overnight at a hotel in Athens and enjoy a tour the Acropolis, including the Parthenon and the Acropolis Museum. • Listen to specially-arranged, private concert in a historic venue ashore. • Visit sacred Patmos; the seat of the Oracle of Apollo at Delphi; the Sanctuary of Zeus in Olympia; Pompeii; and Taormina, where a classical Greek theater overlooks the Bay of Naxos and Mount Etna.
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FEATURED MUSICAL GUESTS MICHAEL PARLOFF was Principal Flutist of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra from 1977-2008 and has been heard regularly as recitalist, chamber musician and concerto soloist throughout North America, Europe, and Japan. He gives regular presentations at the Lincoln Center Chamber Music Society and Music@Menlo and masterclasses at major conservatories. Flutist JASMINE CHOI performs more than 100 concerts a year in all of the major musical capitals of the world. She has been featured as a soloist, chamber musician, and in recital in Berlin, Vienna, Saint Petersburg, Seoul, Paris, London, and New York City.
Cellist NICHOLAS CANELLAKIS performs regularly with the Lincoln Center Chamber Music Society in Alice Tully Hall and on tours throughout the world and has also been a guest artist at many of the world’s leading music festivals, including Santa Fe, La Jolla, Music@ Menlo, Ravinia, Verbier, and Aspen.
Equally acclaimed as a pianist and composer, MICHAEL BROWN is a recipient of a 2015 Avery Fisher Career Grant, appears regularly as a soloist, and recently made his solo recital debuts at New York City’s 92nd Street Y and Zurich’s Tonhalle. He is a member of the Lincoln Center Chamber Music Society and tours regularly.
Violinist KRISTIN LEE is a soloist, recitalist, chamber musician, and educator. A 2015 recipient of the Avery Fisher Career Grant, she has performed concertos with orchestras throughout the U.S. and abroad and recitals at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Louvre, and the Kumho Art Gallery in Seoul.
From Ancient Greece to Italian Shores NEW
Splendors of the Western Mediterranean
ATHENS • LIVORNO
VALLETTA • ATHENS
13th August 2019 From $3,430 (See page 83)
4th October 2019 From $3,370 (See page 83)
LE BOUGAINVILLE 8 days / 7 nights
LE BOUGAINVILLE 8 days / 7 nights
CTURER LE
LIVORNO Corsica
ITALY GREECE Delos / Mykonos
Reggio di Calabria
ATHENS
ITINERARY
Corinth Canal Itea
ATHENS
Katakolon Nafplion
Hydra
VALLETTA MALTA
Mediterranean Sea Elafonissos DAY
Ionian Sea
Taormina Sicily Catania
Amalfi
Bonifacio
CTURER LE
GREECE
ITALY
Mediterranean Sea ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
DAY
ITINERARY
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
1
Athens (Greece) Embarkation from 18.00 to 19.00
20.00
1
Valletta (Malta) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
2
Delos (Greece) Mykonos (Greece)
07.00 14.00
12.00 22.00
2
Catania, Sicily (Italy)
12.00
19.00
3
Taormina, Sicily (Italy)
Elafonissos (Greece)
18.00
13.00
3
12.30
07.30
4
Katakolon (Greece)
14.00
19.00
4
At sea
5
Reggio di Calabria (Italy)
07.00
14.00
5
Itea (Greece) Crossing the Corinth Canal
08.00
13.30
6
Amalfi (Italy)
07.00
14.00
6
Nafplion (Greece)
08.00
23.00
7
Bonifacio, Corsica (France)
12.00
17.30
7
Hydra (Greece)
11.00
18.00
8
Livorno (Italy) Disembarkation
8
Athens (Greece) Disembarkation
07.00
07.00
18.00
Highlights:
Highlights:
• A cruise in the Mediterranean Sea to discover the Greek Islands and Italy. • UNESCO World Heritage sites: Athens, Delos, the Amalfi Coast. • Discover Delos and Mykonos, two preserved Greek islands. • Bonifacio, the "sentinel city", perched atop white cliffs. • Call at Reggio di Calabria (a first for PONANT) which guards the Strait of Messina at the southern tip of Italy.
• Before your cruise, you'll have the option to stay in Valletta, capital of Malta. • Unesco World Heritage sites: the historic center of Valletta, the ancient Arab-Norman and Baroque heritage of Catania, Mount Etna from Taormina and its Greek Theater, Delphi from Itea, the Acropolis from Athens. • Sicily and the treasured Catania and Taormina. • An unforgettable crossing of the Corinth Canal.
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Mediterranean Nature & Culture FAMI LY CR U
ISE
Island Jewels of the Mediterranean
ATHENS • CIVITAVECCHIA
NEW
ATHENS • BARCELONA
LE LYRIAL 8 days / 7 nights
LE LYRIAL 8 days / 7 nights 23rd September 2019 From $3,190 (See page 82)
12th August 2019 From $3,190 (See page 82)
CTURER LE
CTURER LE
FRANCE CIVITAVECCHIA Corsica Bonifacio
ITALY Capri Amalfi
Tyrrhenian Sea Stromboli Lipari Taormina Sicily
DAY
ITINERARY
SPAIN
BARCELONA
GREECE Corinth Canal Fiskardo
ITALY
Minorca, Balearic Islands Mahon Cagliari
GREECE Itea Taormina Palermo Sicily Katakolon ATHENS
ATHENS
Hydra
Mediterranean Sea ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
Corinth Canal
DAY
ITINERARY
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
1
Athens (Greece) Embarkation from 19.00 to 20.00
2
Crossing the Corinth Canal Itea (Greece)
13.00
19.00
1
Athens (Greece) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
2
Hydra (Greece) Crossing the Corinth Canal
08.00
18.00 13.00
3
Fiskardo (Greece)
08.00
13.00
3
Katakolon (Greece)
07.00
13.00
4
Taormina, Sicily (Italy) Sailing in front of Stromboli
07.30
14.00
4
Taormina, Sicily (Italy)
12.00
19.00
Lipari, Aeolian Islands (Italy)
08.00
14.00
5
Palermo, Sicily (Italy)
07.30
19.00
6
Cagliari (Italy)
12.00
18.00
7
Mahon, Minorca (Spain)
13.30
18.00
8
Barcelona (Spain) Disembarkation
07.00
5 6
Amalfi (Italy) Sailing in front of Capri
07.00
13.00
7
Bonifacio, Corsica (France)
09.00
18.00
8
Civitavecchia (Italy) Disembarkation
07.00
PONANT Cruise & Golf Package Includes: • • • • • • •
A kid-friendly family cruise, with entertainment. The Amalfi Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Charming port of call: Hydra, the St. Tropez for Athenians. The marvelous Greek theater of Taormina. An unforgettable crossing of the Corinth Canal. Sailing by Stromboli Volcano. Extend your stay in Athens and Rome, before and after the cruise (optional).
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21.00
Highlights: • A Mediterranean cruise to discover architectural treasures. • UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Acropolis of Athens, the archaeological sites of Delphi and Olympia, Arab-Norman Palermo and the Cathedral Church of Monreale, the works of Gaudí in Barcelona. • Discover of three large Mediterranean islands, crossroads of civilizations, with ancient ruins and typical landscapes. • Crossing the Corinth Canal.
Mediterranean Islands
RUSSIE JUNEAU Mer de Béring& Myths Civilizations Attu
NEW
NICE • ATHENS
ATHENS • AQABA
15th April 2019 From $3,560 (See page 83)
15th November 2019 From $4,560 (See page 83)
LE BOUGAINVILLE 8 days / 7 nights
LE BOUGAINVILLE 11 days / 10 nights
Seattle
CTURER LE
FRANCE NICE
CTURER LE
GREECE TURKEY ATHENS Kusadasi
ITALY
Corsica Bonifacio
Itea Nafplion
Salerno Mediterranean GREECE Sea ATHENS Aegean Catane Sea Nafplion Sicily
Patmos
Corinth Canal Mediterranean Sea
ITINERARY
Suez Canal Ain Sukhna
JORDAN AQABA
EGYPT
Rethymno Crete DAY
Rhodes
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
18.00
1
Nice (France) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
2
Bonifacio, Corsica (France)
08.30
13.30
3
Salerno (Italy)
12.00
18.00
4
Catania, Sicily (Italy)
12.00
18.30
5
At sea
6
Rethymno, Crete (Greece)
12.00
19.00
7
Nafplion (Greece)
08.00
18.00
8
Athens (Greece) Disembarkation
07.00
DAY
ITINERARY
1
Athens (Greece) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00 Crossing the Corinth Canal
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
2
Itea (Greece) Crossing the Corinth Canal
07.00
12.30
3
Nafplion (Greece)
07.30
18.00
4
Patmos (Greece)
12.00
19.00
5
Kusadasi (Turkey)
08.00
18.00
6
Rhodes (Greece)
08.00
14.30
7, 8
Crossing the Suez Canal
9
Ain Sukhna (Egypt)
06.00
21.00
10
Aqaba (Jordan)
22.00
11
Aqaba (Jordan) Disembarkation
07.00
18.00
Highlights:
Highlights:
• The diversity of the landscapes, from the Côte d’Azur to the Peloponnese. • UNESCO World Heritage sites: Paestum and Pompeii from Salerno, the Amalfi Coast, the archaeological site of Mycenae and the ancient theater of Epidaurus from Nafplion, Catania, the Acropolis in Athens. • Bonifacio, the "sentinel city", perched atop its white cliffs. • The baroque architecture of Catania. • The Minoan Palace of Knossos from Rethymno (Crete).
• From Jordan to Greece via Egypt, dive deep into history and discover the world's most famous archaeological sites. • UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Acropolis in Athens, Delphi from Itea, the Mycenae ruins and the Epidaurus theater (from Napflion), the monastery of St. John and the Cave of the Apocalypse on Patmos, the ancient city of Ephesus, the gothic and medieval city of Rhodes, the Great Pyramids of Egypt. • Sailing in the Red Sea. • Cross the Suez Canal and the Corinth Canal.
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Shore Excursions Enhance your trip with specially-designed, high-quality optional excursions. Whether cultural (such as monuments and museums) or sporty (hikes, biking tours, or kayaking), you will find something to suit your tastes! Full tour programs are available on our website, www.ponant.com, 12 months prior to cruise departure. You can also pre-book PONANT shore excursions up to two months before your cruise and have them billed on board. Final program information will be sent with your pre-departure documents. Below are examples of the available Mediterranean excursions for the Summer 2019 season.
NEW in Summer 2019 From Volos, Greece Meteora monasteries (8 h,
From Gythio, Greece The Byzantine city of Mystras (4 h,
UNES CO
)
UNES CO
)
An unmissable site on mainland Greece, Meteora consists of giant rocks crowned with monasteries and columns stretching skywards as if to symbolize the spiritual elevation of the monks who have lived there for centuries.
Built on the side of a beautiful hill, Mystras captures visitors’ fascination. Its past magnificence can still be seen in the medieval ruins of the palaces and the frescoes of churches constructed by the powerful Byzantine Empire.
Pylos, Greece Antique Messini: The hidden treasures of Peloponnese
From Brindisi, Italy Lecce, Florence of Southern Italy (4 h,
)
Ancient Messine is famous for its fortified enclosure, which was Ancient Greece’s largest wall. Recent excavations have enhanced this historic heritage, including the famous Arcadia Gate with its enormous monolithic lintel.
(5 h,
)
The pure exuberance of the baroque period explodes in the décors, sculptures, and ornaments that bedeck the monuments of Lecce. This “Florence of the South” is a indispensable place to visit when one finds themselves in Southern Italy.
Cultural discoveries From Ain Sukhna, Egypt Egyptian Museum and the Great Pyramids
From Delos, Greece The archaeological site of Delos
UNES CO
(10 h 30m,
)
Spend a day exploring the world of Ancient Egypt! This excursion towards Cairo will enable you to discover the Giza plateau, with the three Great Pyramids and the Sphinx, then the Museum which houses Tutankhamun’s treasures.
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UNES CO
(3 h, complimentary)
No cruise in the Aegean Sea would be complete without a visit to Delos. The central island in the Cyclades archipelago is one huge archaeological site. The majestic white marble sculptures of the Terrace of Lions dominate the ancient town and its houses with their admirably well-preserved mosaics.
From Cadiz, Spain Magical Seville (9 h,
Sporty excursions
UNES CO
)
Visit the emblematic sites of the Andalucian city of Seville. Admire the Giralda, the former minaret of the great Almohad mosque which became the bell tower of the immense Gothic cathedral, and the splendid Alcazar palace, a masterpiece of Mudéjar art surrounded by gardens planted with orange trees.
From Katakolon, Greece Olympia and its museum (4 h 15m,
UNES CO
)
Olympia was the site of the original Olympic Games, inaugurated in 776 b.c. Discover the temples, altars, theaters and marble statues that decorate these ruins rich in history.
From Palma, Majorca, Spain Valldemossa
Dubrovnik, Croatia Konavle biking tour (4 h 30m, (4 h,
)
The romantic memories of George Sand and Frédéric Chopin still float over the Valldemossa Charterhouse. Visit the monastery and stroll the streets of this typical Majorcan village, nestled high in a valley planted with olive and almond trees.
From Trapani, Italy Erice
(4 h,
)
Treat yourself to a charming medieval interlude during this excursion to the Sicilian village of Erice. The old medieval town is surrounded by ramparts overlooking the town of Trapani. The fortresses, watch towers, lanes, and small squares create a particular dreamlike atmosphere.
UNES CO
)
What better way to discover the traditional culture and landscapes around Dubrovnik than this mountain bike tour in the Konavle Valley? Cycling along paths and trails amidst cypress woods, olive groves, and vineyards, you will make several stops to taste local produce and meet residents.
Kotor, Montenegro Bay of Kotor sea kayaking
(3 h,
)
Take a kayak adventure in the heart of the picturesque Bay of Kotor! Led by a naturalist-guide, paddle along the coast while admiring the magnificent mountainous landscapes of Montenegro, churches along the coastline, and small villages. Stop to swim and possibly snorkel.
Bonifacio, Corsica, France The Lavezzi Islands and marine caves (3 h,
)
Aboard a local boat, set off for an unforgettable journey along the coast of Bonifacio. From the sea, discover the spectacular view over the high town and the sea caves—home to falcons, puffins, and swifts. Reach the Lavezzi Islands, one of Corsica’s two marine reserves. The water here is fantastically clear, and the beaches plentiful and magnificent.
Gozo, Malta 4WD Adventure
(3 h 30m,
*)
Climb aboard an off-road vehicle and discover the island of Malta. From Qala Belvedere, whose views over Comino and the Blue Lagoon Bay are splendid, arrive at the Marsalforn salt pans. Stop to swim then head to the magical site of Dwejra, a magnificent natural bay closed off by Fungus Rock.
Prices:
= from $50-$99
= from $100-$150
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Pre- & Post-Cruise Programs Extend your vacation with carefully designed, high-quality programs organized to tie in with the flights selected by PONANT. These group excursions are available either immediately before or after your cruise. They must be booked before departure. Below are samples of the programs available in the Mediterranean for the Summer 2019 cruising season. Full tour program and prices are available on our website, www.ponant.com, 12 months prior to cruise departure. Or call your travel agent.
Aqaba, Jordan Beautiful Wadi Rum and Petra (3 days / 2 nights)
UNES CO
Jordan’s sacred places and forgotten cities (3 days / 2 nights)
UNES CO
Discover Jordan’s two unmissable sites: the Wadi Rum desert and Petra. After a 4WD safari in Wadi Rum amongst red and purple rock formations (where you will visit Bedouin camps) head for Petra. The fabulous city of the Nabataeans, with its monumental tombs cut into walls of pink sandstone, hides behind narrow gorges. You will undoubtedly succumb to the fascination that Petra yields over all its visitors!
After the unforgettable visit to Petra and its monumental tombs sculpted into the vermilion rock, discover Bethany, where Saint John the Baptist preached, then Madaba, located alongside the historic, 5,000-year old King’s Highway. Known for its spectacular Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics, Madaba is home to the famous mosaic map of Jerusalem dating from the 6th century. To finish this rich program, the magnificently conserved ancient city of Jerash awaits you.
Post-cruise program on: Athens • Aqaba - 15th November 2019 aboard Le Bougainville
Post-cruise program on: Athens • Aqaba - 15th November 2019 aboard Le Bougainville
Barcelona, Spain
Athens, Greece Discover Athens (2 days / 1 night)
UNES CO
No stay in Athens would be complete without a visit to the Acropolis! After a panoramic tour of the city and its main monuments, visit the most extraordinary architectural and artistic complex bequeathed to us by Ancient Greece. After lunch in a taverna with magnificent views over the Parthenon, enjoy free time in the old shopping district of Pláka. For the 29th April departure, the visit to the Acropolis is replaced by the National Archaeological Museum. Pre-cruise program on: All cruises departing from Athens aboard Le Bougainville and Le Lyrial
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Discover Barcelona (2 days / 1 night)
UNES CO
Discover the Catalan capital with its 2,000 years of history. Start your guided visit on the famous Plaza de Cataluña, then stroll along Las Ramblas, the emblematic avenue that goes down right to the port. Dotted with many small kiosks selling newspapers, flowers, birds, and animals, it is a pleasant and popular walk. Have a look around the Boqueria covered market before walking the maze of lanes and squares of the Gothic district. Enter the cathedral then visit the Palace of Music, a masterpiece of Catalan modernism. Pre-cruise program on: Barcelona • Lisbon - 6th June 2019 aboard Le Bougainville
Livorno, Italy
Venice, Italy
Siena, San Gimignano and UNES CO Florence (3 days / 2 nights) Pisa, Lucca and Florence (3 days / 2 nights)
(2 days / 1 night)
From Livorno, choose one of two programs discovering the treasures of Tuscany. A day in Florence is planned, with a guided tour of the Galleria dell’Accademia and its many masterpieces such as Michelangelo’s David. Also visit the Leonardo da Vinci Museum. You’ll be able to use your free time to visit other jewels of the city of the Medici. Depending on your preferences, you may want to add a visit to Siena and San Gimignano, or Pisa and Lucca. Post-cruise programme: Athens • Livorno - 13th August 2019 aboard Le Bougainville
(2 days / 1 night)
UNES CO
Enjoy La Serenissima in the finest comfort. Your hotel, ideally located near the Piazza San Marco, allows for easy discovery of the marvels of Venice in your free time. Accompanied by a guide, visit emblematic sites like La Fenice Theater, Palazzo Grassi, devoted to contemporary art, and the Punta della Dogana. Constructed in 1677 and restored in 2009, it is today home to monographs and collective exhibitions.
Pre-cruise program on: All cruises departing from Venice aboard Le Bougainville and Le Lyrial
Naples, Italy
Rome, Italy Discover Rome
Discover Venice
UNES CO
Discover the main monuments and masterpieces of the grand Italian capital during a guided walking tour. The Piazza Navona, the Trevi Fountain, the Piazza de Spagna, and the Pantheon will all unfurl their splendor. This panoramic tour will be completed with a visit to the fascinating exhibition devoted to Leonardo da Vinci to mark the 500th anniversary of his death, and a typical Italian dinner with music. Pre-cruise program on: Civitavecchia • Venice - 19th August 2019 aboard Le Lyrial
Jewels of the Amalfi coast (3 days / 2 nights)
UNES CO
Take a long excursion along the Amalfi coast with its breathtaking scenery to discover villages overlooking the waves of Positano, Ravello, and Amalfi. A guided tour of Naples showcases the city’s many monuments, such as the Royal Palace and the Teatro di San Carlo. Be sure to taste genuine Neapolitan pizza too.
Pre-cruise program on: Naples • Venice - 13th May 2019 aboard Le Lyrial
Valletta, Malta Discover Malta (2 days / 1 night)
UNES CO
The smallest European state has many assets to offer visitors. This program will let you discover Birgu, one of the most important fortified cities of medieval Malta and the first residence of the Order of Saint John in 1530, then the Tarxien Temples, a complex of four religious buildings dating back to the end of the Neolithic period. In Valletta, visit the Grandmaster's Palace and the Upper Barrakka Gardens, which offer wonderful views over the Grand Harbour and the Three Cities. Pre-cruise program on: All cruises departing from Valetta aboard Le Bougainville The Mediterranean and Northern Europe by
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Northern Europe
The mystery of Celtic shores and the charm of Northern capitals
The coasts of the English Channel and the Irish Sea are romantic and wild lands, evocative of the myths and legends forged by the people of the North. In the Baltic, the opulence of the medieval towns and the splendor of the Tsars have bequeathed us with a captivating heritage. From Ireland to Sweden, from the Breton coastlines to Russia, set sail aboard L’ Austral, Le Boréal, or Le Dumontd’Urville for an unforgettable cruise in Northern Europe!
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Not to be missed in
Northern Europe THE BALTIC SEA AND THE ATLANTIC
Tallinn
Helsinki
The unique character of the old town of Tallinn lies in the perfection of its marvelously preserved architecture. Tallinn was particularly active during the medieval period, as is demonstrated by the many beautiful medieval monuments. Although situated on the shores of the Baltic, Tallinn does not face the sea. Its opulent houses with high gabled roofs huddle together at the foot of its hill, where once stood its medieval castle and numerous residences belonging to the nobility of the time. Don’t hesitate to lose yourself in the heart of this city, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
With its blend of European, Scandinavian, and Russian influences, Helsinki is a city of contrasts. The different architectural styles are the perfect reflection of this multicultural past. Discover the Lutheran temple of Temppeliaukion that was dug from rocks, Finlandia Hall, designed by Aalto, and the magnificent Orthodox cathedral. Helsinki is surrounded by numerous islands, some of which are fortified, like the UNESCO World Heritage site of Soumenlinna.
See page 61.
See page 61.
Belle-Ile-en-Mer
Santiago de Compostela
Lying to the south of Brittany, Belle-Île is very aptly named. The largest of the Ponant Islands, it owes its glowing reputation to its exceptional environment and generous natural attributes: pristine moors and dunes, headlands and cliffs cut into granite points, rocky inlets, and sheltered bays with sandy or pebble beaches. Let the wild coastline of BelleÎle-en-Mer surprise you.
Located on the northwestern tip of Spain, Santiago de Compostela stands in the heart of the Galicia region. Long considered to be a strong symbol of Christianity, the Old Town is now one of the most beautiful urban areas in the world with its Roman, Gothic, and Baroque style monuments, mostly found around the burial place of the apostle St. James. These structures are all listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites and have been a place of pilgrimage since the Middle Ages.
See page 60.
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See page 60.
1 3
2
4
1 - Tallinn 2 - Helsinki 3 - Rocky pinnacles in Port Coton - Belle-ĂŽle-en-Mer, France 4 - Cathedral in Santiago de Compostela, Spain
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1 - Liverpool, United Kingdom 2 - The Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom 3 - Giant's Causeway - Belfast, Northern Ireland 4 - Connemara, Ireland
1 3
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2
Not to be missed... THE CELTIC WORLD Liverpool Liverpool is noted for its rich architectural heritage and is home to many buildings regarded as amongst the greatest examples of their respective styles in the world. Several areas of the city center were granted World Heritage site status by UNESCO in 2004. Labeled the World Capital City of Pop by Guinness World Records, artists of Liverpool origin have produced more number one singles than any other, including, most famously, The Beatles. Liverpool is full of locations associated with The Beatles’ childhoods and pop culture.
See pages 62; 63.
The Isles of Scilly Nestled in the clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean, at the southwest tip of Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly form a small island chain whose climate, landscapes, and lifestyle are unlike any other in Britain. The long sandy beaches run alongside lush green meadows teeming with semi-exotic flowers, while the ruins of ancient castles loom from the tops of the hills. The rugged coastline plays host to wildlife that is as varied as it is exceptional, including the very rare Atlantic grey seal.
See pages 62; 63.
Belfast The city center of Belfast is an unusual blend of English and Irish culture. It includes Queen’s University, a Tudor-style edifice dating back to the 19th century, botanical gardens, and many Victorian-style monuments. Not far lies Giant’s Causeway, the natural wonder whose combination of strangeness and beauty has inspired numerous legends. The site is believed to have resulted from a rapid cooling of lava flow which led to crystallization in the shape of columns. This breathtaking geological site has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1986.
See page 62.
Galway and the Connemara A jagged coastline, huge wild expanses, the charm of a countryside scattered with poetic ruins, a mystical and bewitching atmosphere...embark on a timeless journey to discover the Emerald Isle. From Galway, reputed for its artistic creativity and Celtic ambiance, set off to discover Connemara. The beauty of this region is revealed in a palette of greens and purples on the moor lands, charcoal grey in the mountains, and silvery blue lakes gleaming in a ray of sunshine. One of its marvels is undoubtedly Kylemore Abbey. Founded in 1920, this Benedictine abbey, which looks like a neoGothic castle, is reflected in the calm waters of Pollacappull Lake.
See page 62.
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Gastronomy, Vineyards & FOOD Grands Crus & WIN E
CRUIS E
LISBON • PORTSMOUTH
Atlantic Shores HONFLEUR • LISBON
L'AUSTRAL 10 days / 9 nights
LE DUMONT-D'URVILLE 8 days / 7 nights
13th April 2019 From $4,710 (See page 84)
21st September 2019 From $3,060 (See page 84)
UNITED KINGDOM
PORTSMOUTH
CTURER LE
HONFLEUR
Honfleur Channel Islands Guernsey
CTURER LE
Saint-Malo
FRANCE
Belle-Île-en-Mer
Belle-Île-en-Mer Atlantic Ocean
Atlantic Ocean
Pauillac Bordeaux
La Coruña Cee
Saint-Jean-de-Luz
La Rochelle
FRANCE SPAIN
Leixoes
Leixoes
PORTUGAL LISBON
PORTUGAL LISBON DAY
ITINERARY
1 2
Lisbon (Portugal) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
3
At sea
4
Saint-Jean-de-Luz (France)
5
Bordeaux (France)
6
Bordeaux (France)
7
Pauillac (France)
8
Belle-Île-en-Mer (France)
9
Guernsey (Channel Islands)
10
Honfleur (France) Portsmouth (United Kingdom) Disembarkation
Leixoes (Portugal)
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
12.30 07.00 12.00 07.00 13.00 12.00 06.00 17.00
19.00 19.00 18.00 23.00 23.00 18.00 19.00 09.00
DAY
ITINERARY
1 2
Honfleur (France) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
3
Belle-Île-en-Mer (France)
4
La Rochelle (France)
Saint-Malo (France)
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
12.00 15.30 08.30
5
At sea
6
La Coruña (Spain) Cee (Spain)
06:00
7
Leixoes (Portugal)
07.30
8
Lisbon (Portugal) Disembarkation
07.00
18.00 18.00 22.00 18.30
20.30 14.00
PONANT Cruise & Golf Package Includes:
Highlights:
• 5 green fees with shared carts, electric or manual cart (when possible). • Return transfers to golf courses. • Organization and supervision by a Sports Coordinator present on board during the cruise. • Golf handicap is mandatory. Gentlemen index 28; ladies index 35. Golfers must bring a handicap book validated within the past year. Reservation and pre-payment must be made at least 45 days prior to departure date. Each golfer needs to have his or her own equipment.
• The diversity of the landscapes, from the Côte d’Azur to the Peloponnese. • UNESCO World Heritage sites: Paestum and Pompeii from Salerno, the Amalfi Coast, the archaeological site of Mycenae and the ancient theater of Epidaurus from Nafplion, Catania, the Acropolis in Athens. • Bonifacio, the "sentinel city", perched atop its white cliffs. • The baroque architecture of Catania. • The Minoan Palace of Knossos from Rethymno (Crete).
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Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea STOCKHOLM • COPENHAGEN
LE DUMONT-D'URVILLE 11 days / 10 nights -
LE DUMONT-D'URVILLE 10 days / 9 nights
15th August 2019 From $6,680 (See page 84)
(full program; includes pre-cruise hotel night) 23th August 2019 (Embarkation 25th August 2019) Contact PONANT for rates
LE DUMONT-D'URVILLE 9 days / 8 nights 7th August 2019 From $5,030 (See page 84)
CTURER LE
COPENHAGEN DENMARK
North Sea
COPENHAGEN • STOCKHOLM
CTURER LE
FINLAND Helsinki
Kiel
STOCKHOLM SWEDEN
GERMANY NETHERLANDS
Harlingen
DENMARK COPENHAGEN
Ostend BELGIUM
DAY
Bruges
ITINERARY
RUSSIA
Tallinn
Baltic sea ESTONIA
Amsterdam Antwerp
HONFLEUR FRANCE
St Petersburg
Visby
Gdansk
POLAND ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
DAY
ITINERARY
1 2
Stockholm (Sweden) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
3
Helsinki (Finland) St. Petersburg (Russia)
1
Fly from the USA
2
Copenhagen (Denmark) Overnight at hotel
3
Copenhagen (Denmark) Embarkation from X.XX to X.XX
4
Kiel (Germany) Sailing the Kiel Canal
4,5 6
5
Harlingen (Netherlands)
7
Tallinn (Estonia)
6
Amsterdam (Netherlands)
8
Visby (Sweden)
7
Amsterdam (Netherlands)
9
Gdansk (Poland)
8
Antwerp (Belgium)
10
Copenhagen (Denmark)
12.00 14.00 13.00 19.00
9
Ostend | Bruges (Belgium)
11
Copenhagen (Denmark) Disembarkation
07.00
10
Honfleur (France) Disembarkation
18.00
At sea
07.00 07.00
St. Petersburg (Russia)
13.30 18.30 18.30 19.00 19.00
EXTENSION: Moscow by train from St. Petersburg. See page 64.
The 7th August 2019 cruise does not call in Gdansk. No extension to Moscow.
Highlights:
Highlights:
• Renowned art historian Till-Holger Borchert will be onboard to provide context to the art and architecture we encounter. • An art connoisseur's dream, cruise to some of the best museums in the world in the space of nine days. • Explore the great museums of Northern Europe: Louisiana Museum in Copenhagen; the Groninger Museum; the Dutch Masters of the Rijksmuseum and the Hague; the Van Gogh Museum; and the the Stedelijk Museum. • See Ruben's masterpieces in the Antwerp Cathedral and Michelangelo's Madonna in Bruges.
• From Stockholm to Copenhagen, discover the most precious treasures of the Baltic Sea. • UNESCO World Heritage sites: from Helsinki, the sea fortress of Suomenlinna, the historic center of Saint Petersburg and its many monuments, the old town of Tallinn, the Hanseatic town of Visby. • Discover four European capitals on the same cruise: Stockholm (Sweden), Helsinki (Finland), Tallinn (Estonia) and Copenhagen (Denmark). • Visit the colorful and opulent city of Saint Petersburg, where the atmosphere is still rich with the splendor of the Tsars and the traces of the Russian Enlightenment.
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Ireland, Scotland & Cornwall
Celtic Shores L'AUSTRAL 8 days / 7 nights
HONFLEUR • HONFLEUR
From $3,120 (See page 84)
1st September 2019 From $5,720 (See page 84)
FOOD CRUIS E
LE DUMONT-D'URVILLE 13 days / 12 nights
PORTSMOUTH • DUBLIN - 22nd April 2019 DUBLIN • PORTSMOUTH - 29th April 2019
CTURER LE
Belfast
Iona
Douglas
IRELAND DUBLIN
Killybegs
Liverpool
Isles of Scilly DAY 1
North Atlantic Ocean
ITINERARY
Belfast
IRELAND
Kilronan Galway Cliffs of Moher Kinsale
UNITED KINGDOM Cork - Cobh
Tobermory Oban
PORTSMOUTH
Atlantic Ocean
Guernsey
FRANCE ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
Portsmouth (United Kingdom) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
19.00
2
Guernsey (Channel Islands)
12.00
19.00
3
Isles of Scilly (United Kingdom)
08.00
18.00
4
Cork / Cobh (Ireland)
08.00
18.00
5
Liverpool (United Kingdom)
14.30
23.00
6
Douglas (Isle of Man)
08.00
18.00
7
Belfast (Northern Ireland)
08.00
18.00
8
Dublin (Ireland) Disembarkation
08.00
UNITED KINGDOM Fishguard
Penzance Dartmouth
HONFLEUR FRANCE
DAY
ITINERARY
1 2
Honfleur (France) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
3
Kinsale (Ireland) Sailing in front of the Cliffs of Moher Kilronan, Aran Islands (Ireland) Galway (Ireland)
4 5
8 9
Belfast (Northern Ireland)
10
Fishguard (United Kingdom)
11
Penzance (United Kingdom)
12
Dartmouth (United Kingdom)
13
Honfleur (France) Disembarkation
7
18.00
At sea
Killybegs (Ireland) Iona (United Kingdom) Tobermory (United Kingdom) Oban (United Kingdom)
6
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
08.00
18.00
14.30 07.00 09.00 08.00 17.00 08.00 08.00 08.00 09.00 07.00 07.00
19.00 18.00 19.00 12.30 23.00 18.30 16.30 18.00 19.30 15.00
Highlights:
Highlights:
• Between Portsmouth and Dublin, sail into the heart of Celtic shores, lands of magic and legends. • UNESCO World Heritage sites: from Belfast, the mysterious Giant's Causeway, the old port of Liverpool, Dublin, city of literature. • From Cork, visit Blarney Castle, an imposing fortress with numerous hidden treasures including the “Blarney Stone”. • After your cruise, discover Dublin, the Irish capital brimming with convivial atmosphere and authentic charm.
• A culinary cruise featuring a gala dinner, cooking demonstrations, and wine tasting. • An exhaustive discovery of the British Isles: Ireland with the Aran Islands, Connemara from Galway, Donegal from Killybegs, Scotland with the Inner Hebrides, Belfast in Northern Ireland, Wales from Fishguard, Cornwall. • Visiting the Giant's Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and its striking basalt pillars. • Iona, the sacred island of Scotland, and its abbey dating back to the Middle Ages. • On-board conferences about Irish and Celtic culture and heritage.
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Musical Odyssey on the Celtic Sea
LE BORÉAL 11 days / 10 nights (full program; includes pre-cruise hotel night) 12th May 2019 (Embarkation 14th May 2019) From $4,440 (See page 84)
BERGEN NORWAY
LE DUMONT-D'URVILLE 9 days / 8 nights 13th September 2019 From $4,130 (See page 84)
CTURER LE
CTURER LE
Stavanger
IRELAND
SCOTLAND
Rosyth Edinburgh Newcastle Upon Tyne
DAY
Liverpool
UNITED KINGDOM
Cork
North Sea
Fishguard Penzance Dartmouth
Isles of Scilly
ENGLAND
LONDON
MUSI C CRU ISE
HONFLEUR • HONFLEUR
Antwerp Ostend
North Atlantic Ocean
BELGIUM
Bruges
ITINERARY
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
Guernsey
HONFLEUR FRANCE
DAY
ITINERARY Honfleur (France) Embarkation from 16.00 to 17.00
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE
18.00
1
Fly from the USA
1
2
London (United Kingdom) Overnight at hotel
2
Dartmouth (United Kingdom)
12.00
18.30
3
London (United Kingdom) Embarkation from X.XX to X.XX
3
Isles of Scilly (United Kingdom)
08.00
16.00
4
Ostende | Bruges (Belgium)
4
Cork (Ireland)
07.30
16.00
5
Antwerp (Belgium)
5
Liverpool (United Kingdom)
14.30
22.00
6
At sea
6
Fishguard (United Kingdom)
12.00
18.00
7
Newcastle Upon Tyne (United Kingdom)
7
Penzance (United Kingdom)
09.00
19.30
8
Rosyth | Edinburgh (Scotland)
8
Guernsey (Channel Islands)
08.00
17.00
9
At sea
9
10
Stavanger (Norway)
Honfleur (France) Disembarkation
07.00
11
Bergen (Norway) Disembarkation
Highlights:
Highlights:
• Garden expert Holly Shimizu, retired chief of the U. S. Botanical Gardens and acting director of the American Horticultural Society, leads a series of onboard lectures. • Tour Chelsea Physic Garden, the oldest botanic garden in London, and Kew Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage site, on a specially-tailored pre-cruise program. • Enjoy a gala luncheon at the tranquil Royal Botanic Garden in Edinburgh, hosted by the director and staff exclusively for PONANT guests. • Optional excursions to private and public gardens.
• A musical cruise in partnership with RADIO CLASSIQUE, hosted by Alain Duault, and accompanied by world-class musicians and singers. • Sail into the heart of Celtic shores, lands of magic and legends with calls in Wales, Ireland and Cornwall. • The old port of Liverpool, listed as UNESCO World Heritage site. • Discover the wild landscapes on the Isles of Scilly. • The picturesque charm of Honfleur, your embarkation and disembarkation port.
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Shore Excursions Enhance your trip with specially-designed, high-quality optional excursions. Whether cultural (such as monuments and museums) or sporty (hikes, biking tours, or kayaking), you will find something to suit your tastes! Full tour programs are available on our website, www.ponant.com, 12 months prior to cruise departure. You can also pre-book PONANT shore excursions up to two months before your cruise and have them billed on board. Final program information will be sent with your pre-departure documents. Below you will find examples of the key excursions available in Northern Europe for the Summer 2019 season.
From Gdansk, Poland
From Kinsale, Ireland
Historical and cultural heritage
Panoramic Cork and Blarney Castle
Set off on a walking tour around the streets of Gdansk to discover the world capital of amber. Visit Artus Court, a 15th-century Gothic hall that houses many works of art, and the imposing St. Mary's Basilica and its superb 46-foot high astronomical clock.
Don’t miss out on exploring Cork, a dynamic university town where there is a happy mix of Irish tradition and intense economic activity. You will then arrive in the typical village of Blarney, famous for its castle, one of the oldest in Ireland Will you dare to kiss the “Blarney Stone” which legend tells will confer its gift of eloquence upon you?
From Kilronan, Ireland
From St. Petersburg, Russia
(4 h,
)
Islands on the edge
(4 h 30m,
(3 h 15m,
)
)
UNES CO
Moscow by train (18 h 30m,
, reservation and pre-payment required 60 days before departure)
Dive back into history and feel the soul of Gaelic Ireland during this discovery of the Aran Islands and Kilronan, their main village. The tiny fields marked out by stone walls reveal the strength the inhabitants needed to survive on this wind-battered rock. The islands’ most spectacular site is the Dún Aonghasa hill fort and its four fortified semi-circular compounds perched on the edge of the cliff.
This unforgettable escapade in the Russian capital is a cultural whirlwind! After arriving in Moscow by high-speed train, you will visit its most emblematic sites: the Kremlin, Red Square, and Saint Basil's Cathedral with its colorful domes. Eat lunch in one of the city’s most beautiful restaurants.
Liverpool, United Kingdom
Dartmouth, United Kingdom
UNES CO
Sunset river cruise (2 h 30m, , reservation and pre-payment required 60 days before departure)
Steam train and cruise on the River Dart
Admire the port of Liverpool at sunset during a cruise on a boat exclusively hired for the occasion. Along the mouth of the River Mersey stand the city’s most beautiful buildings, magnificently renovated old warehouses, the marina and its yachts. Disembark at Albert Dock, in the heart of the city center, where industrial brick buildings are now home to trendy bars and restaurants.
The legacy of novelist Agatha Christie is still alive in this region of Devon, where she set several of her novels. A cruise on the River Dart provides the opportunity to admire the bucolic landscape and beautiful gardens in which exotic species flourish, before discovering the English countryside and its typical villages aboard a picturesque steam train.
Prices:
= from $50-$99
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= from $100-$150
= more than $150
(4 h 30m,
)
Pre- & Post-Cruise Programs Extend your vacation with carefully designed, high-quality programs organized to tie in with the flights selected by PONANT. These group excursions are available either immediately before or after your cruise. They must be booked before departure. Below are samples of the programs available in Northern Europe for the Summer 2019 cruising season. Full tour program and prices are available on our website, www.ponant.com, 12 months prior to cruise departure. Or call your travel agent.
Dublin, Ireland Discover Dublin
(2 days / 1 night; please contact PONANT for rates) Immerse yourself in Irish culture during this stay in the capital of the Emerald Isle! Accompanied by a guide, discover Dublin’s unmissable cultural sites, including St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Trinity College. The university is where Irish literary glories such as Jonathan Swift, Oscar Wilde, and Samuel Beckett studied. In the grounds of Trinity College is the Old Library, which displays the Book of Kells, an extraordinary illuminated manuscript dating from the Middle Ages that is testimony to the first stages of Christianity in Ireland. Enjoy dinner in a typical restaurant offering a musical show and traditional Irish dance, as well as a tasty Irish Breakfast served at your hotel. Pre-cruise program on: Dublin • Portsmouth - 29th April 2019 aboard L’Austral Post-cruise program on: Portsmouth • Dublin - 22nd April 2019 aboard L’Austral
Lisbon, Portugal Enchanting Sintra
(2 days / 1 night, price per person: from $395)
UNES CO
From Lisbon, the village of Sintra is a mainstay of Romantic architecture. In the 19th century, King Ferdinand II breathed life into the creation of a new architectural style using Gothic, Egyptian, Moor, and Renaissance elements as well as parks and gardens mixing local and exotic species. This style found its high point in the sumptuous Pena Palace, which you will visit. Return to Lisbon via the famous coastal road that links Cascais to the Portuguese capital. Pre-cruise program on: Lisbon • Portsmouth - 13th April 2019 aboard L’Austral
Panoramic tour and lunch in Lisbon (half day; please contact PONANT for rates)
This panoramic tour will let you discover the main monuments of Lisbon by coach. Pass by the Avenue of 24 July, in front of the National Coach Museum, the Jerónimos Monastery, the Belém Tower, and the Monument to the Discoveries. The circuit is interspersed with photo stops. Lunch will be served in a typical restaurant and accompanied by a fado concert.
Post-cruise program on: Honfleur • Lisbon - 21st September 2019 aboard Le Dumont-d’Urville
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The Welcome aboard
Fleet
Fluid lines, streamlined bow, and an appearance enhanced by two glass arches which let in light and provide water views: the exterior lines of our ships reflect the spirit of a subtly revisited nautical theme. On board, an elegant selection of fine materials in discreet and soothing shades of taupe, grey, white, and natural wood gives these ships a unique style that is both contemporary and inviting.
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Yacht cruises: a unique concept Access the world’s treasures aboard luxurious limited-capacity yachts with PONANT. Our French crew, expertise, attentive service, and fine cuisine all offer the promise of an authentic and refined travel experience.
Limited-capacity yachts, personalized service Our ships are designed to accommodate a limited number of guests, with just 92 staterooms on our PONANT EXPL ORERS series, 132 on Le Boréal, L’ Austral, 122 on Le Lyrial and 32 on our traditional sailing yacht, Le Ponant. This focus on a smaller number of staterooms is a far cry from the current industry trend towards mega-cruise liners and guarantees an aura of exclusivity for our guests. Because our ships are smaller, they can easily access original and less crowded ports of call. Just like on a private yacht, our crew are determined to give each guest attentive and personalized service. And for even more comfort and peace of mind, guests traveling in one of the suites on Deck 6 have a butler at their disposal.*
The French Touch PONANT is the only cruise line to sail under the French flag, and as such is subject to some of the world’s strictest safety standards. Our officers are French and our highly approachable crew is bilingual. All announcements and presentations are made in both French and English. PONANT extends this “French Touch” to the design, decor, service, and cuisine found onboard. Our carefully selected partners represent the French standard of excellence. Enjoy relaxed elegance in a luxurious environment, whatever your destination.
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A journey to the land of flavors Whether you are having breakfast among friends with the horizon as special guest, a sun-kissed lunch on one of our exterior decks, or a delicious dinner prepared by our talented chefs in the elegant setting of our gastronomic restaurants, you will enjoy our refined and varied cuisine, served with a selection of fine wines presented by our expert sommeliers. To continue this route to excellence aboard our ships, PONANT joined forces with Ducasse Conseil, a catering center of excellence run by Alain Ducasse Entreprise.
Well-being between sea and sky A cruise is an ideal moment for treating yourself, and that is why PONANT has joined forces with the leading French cosmetic house, Sothys™ to offer a series of expert, topof-the-range spa treatments. The gym (featuring large plate glass windows), the heated saltwater pool, and the hair salon also invite total relaxation and fitness on board*. *Butler service, spa, gym, pool and hair salon not available aboard Le Ponant.
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The sisterships: Le Boréal, L’ Austral & Le Lyrial Fitted with only 132 carefully designed staterooms and suites on Le Boréal and L’Austral and 122 on Le Lyrial, 95% with balconies and all with sea views, our sisterships are perfectly in harmony with PONANT’s mission to offer all guests exacting levels of service and real contact with the crew. By virtue of their compact size, these vessels have the advantage of being able to sail close to shore and into small, otherwise inaccessible ports and narrow waterways.
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Deck plans Zodiac®
7 Zodiac® 626 624 622 620 618 616 614 612 610 608 GRILL RESTAURANT
POOL
6
GRILL RESTAURANT GRILL GRILL RESTAURANT RESTAURANT
POOL POOL POOL
Deck 6POOL - Le Lyrial
GRILL RESTAURANT GRILL RESTAURANT
POOL
6
HAMMAM HAMMAM GRILL RESTAURANT IMAGE & PHOTO DESK ESPACE PHOTO HAMMAM HAMMAM
POOL
IMAGE & PHOTO DESK Deck 6 - L’Austral & Le Boréal IMAGE & PHOTO DESK HAMMAM
(1) HAMMAM
IMAGE & PHOTO DESK
(2)
5
IMAGE & PHOTO DESK
HAMMAM
(3)
IMAGE & PHOTO DESK
THEATRE THÉÂTRE (1)
(2)
THEATRE THEATER THEATRE THEATRE EXCURSION DESK BUREAU DES EXCURSIONS
THEATRE MAIN LOUNGE GRAND SALON
3
3
SHOP BOUTIQUE
MAIN LOUNGE MAIN LOUNGE
SHOP
SHOP
MAIN LOUNGE MAIN LOUNGE
2
MARINA MARINA
MARINA
MARINA
2 3
SHOP SHOP
MAIN LOUNGE GASTRONOMIC SHOP RESTAURANT RESTAURANT GASTRONOMIQUE
RECEPTION EXCURSION DESK DESK EXCURSION RÉCEPTION DESK
PANORAMIC PANORAMIC 614 612 610 608 606 Grand Deluxe Deluxe INTERNET TERRACE LOUNGE Suite Suite 602 539 603 601 626 625 624 623 622 621 620 619 618 617 616 615 614 611 612 609 610 607 608 605 PANORAMIC 602 PANORAMIC 626 624 622 620 618 616 614 612 610 608 Owner’s Owner’s Deluxe Deluxe Deluxe TERRACE suite DeluxeINTERNET LOUNGE suite Suite Suite Suite LIBRARY Suite 605 603 601 PANORAMIC PANORAMIC 615 611 609 607 PANORAMIC PANORAMIC Deluxe Deluxe INTERNET Owner’s TERRACE LOUNGE 602 TERRACE 626 624 622 620 618 616 614 612 610 608 Owner’s LOUNGE Suite INTERNET LIBRARY 539 625 623 621 619 617 615 611 609 suite 607 605 Suite 603 601 539 625 623 621 619 617 615 611 609 607 605 601 suite603 Deluxe Deluxe Deluxe 602 Suite 626 624 622 620 618 616 614 612 610 608 Owner’s Deluxe Suite Deluxe LIBRARY Suite PANORAMIC PANORAMIC suiteSuite Deluxe Suite LIBRARY LOUNGE TERRACE Suite INTERNET PANORAMIC 539 625 623 621 619 617 615 611 609 607 605 603 601 PANORAMIC TERRACE LOUNGE 602 INTERNET Deluxe Deluxe 626 624 622 620 618 616 614 612 610 608 Owner’s 539 625 623 621 619 617 615 611 609 607 605 suite 603 601 Suite Suite Deluxe LIBRARY Suite Deluxe 508 506 504 502 536 534 532 530 528 526 524 522 520 518 516 514 512Deluxe 510 PANORAMIC PANORAMIC Suite Suite LIBRARY 508 506LOUNGE 504 502 536 534 532 530 528 526 524 522 520 518 516 514 512 510 TERRACE INTERNET BRIDGE 539 625 623 621 619 617 615 611 609 607 605 603 601 Deluxe Deluxe 509 PASSERELLE 539 511 507 Suite515 508 505 506 503 504 501 502 536 537 534 535 532 533 530 531 528 529 526 527 524 525 522 523 520 521 518 519 516 517 514 512Suite 510 509LIBRARY 508 506 504 502 536 537 534 535 532 533 530 531 528 529 526 527 524 525 522 523 520 521 518 519 516 517 514 515 512511 510 539 507 505 503 501 536 534 532 539 537 535 539 537 535 536 534 532
530 528 526 524 522 520 518 516 514 512 510 509 508 506 504 502 533 531 529 527 525 523 521 519 517 515 511 509 507 505 503 501 533 531 529 527 525 523 521 519 517 515 511 507 505 503 501 508 506 504 502 530 528 526 524 522 520 518 516 514 512 510
539 537 535 533 434 536 432 534 430 532 428 530 539 432 537 430 535 428 533 434
531 426 528 531 426
529 424 526 529 424
527 422 524 527 422
525 420 522 525 420
523 418 520 523 418
521 416 518 521 416
519 414 516 519 414
517 412 514 517 412
515 410 512 515 410
BRIDGE BRIDGE
BRIDGE 509 511 507 505 503 501 BRIDGE 408 508 404 506 402 504 502 510 509 406 511 507 408 406 505 404 503 402 501 BRIDGE
434 437 437 434
432 435 435 432
430 428 426 424 422 420 418 416 414 412 410 408 406 404 402 433 431 429 427 425 423 421 419 417 415 411 409 407 405 403 401 433 428 431 426 429 424 427 422 425 420 423 418 421416 419 414 417 412 415410411408 409 407 406 405404 403402 401 430
437 434 437 334 334
435 432 435 332 332
433 430 433 330 330
431 429 427 425 423 421 419 417 415 411 409 407 405 403 401 428 426 424 422 420 418 416 414 412 410 408 406 404 402 431 429 427 425 423 421 419 417 415 411 409 407 405 403 401 328 326 324 322 320 318 316 314 312 310 308 306 304 302 328 326 324 322 320 318 316 314 312 310 308 306 304 302
437 435 433 431 429 427 425 423 421 419 417 415 411 409 407 405 403 401 337 334 335 332 333 330 331 328 329 326 327 324 325 322 323 320 321 318 319 316 317 314 315 312 311 310 309 308 307 305 306 303 304 301 302 300 337 334 335 332 333 330 331 328 329 326 327 324 325 322 323 320 321 318 319 316 317 314 315 312311 310 309 308 307 305 306303 304301 302300
EXCURSION RECEPTION DESK DESK RECEPTION EXCURSION DESK DESK
334 332 330 328 326 324 322 320 318 316 314 312 310 308 306 304 302 337 335 333 331 329 327 325 323 321 319 317 315 311 309 307 305 303 301 300 337 332 335 330 333 328 331 326 329 324 327 322 325 320 323318 321 316 319314 317312 315310 311 308 309 307 306 305304 303302 301 300 334
RECEPTION DESK EXCURSION RECEPTION DESK DESK
337 335 333 331 329 327 325 323 321 319 317 315 311 309 307 305 303 301 300 334 332 330 328 326 324 322 320 318 316 314 312 310 308 306 304 302 337 335 333 331 329 327 325 323 321 319 317 315 311 309 307 305 303 301 300
RECEPTION DESK
337 335 333 331 329 327 325 323 321 319 317 315 311 309 307 305 303 301 300
GASTRONOMIC RESTAURANT GASTRONOMIC RESTAURANT GASTRONOMIC
RESTAURANT MARINA Gastronomic Restaurant - Marina GASTRONOMIC MARINA
602 Deluxe Suite 602
509 407 437 411 511 409 405 539 435 537 433 535 431 533 429 531 427 529 425 527 525 421 523 521 417 519 415 517 507 505 503 434 432 430 428 426 424 422 423 420 418 419 416 414 412 515 410 408 406 403 404 401 402 501 434 435 432 433 430 431 428 429 426 427 424 425 422 423 420 421 418419 416 417 414 415 412 411 410 409 408 407 405 406403 404401 402 437
Le Lyrial configuration: Hammam Massage (3) Massage
4
Owner’s suite 604
RESTAURANT
28 Deluxe Staterooms with private balcony 8 Superior Staterooms (Staterooms 300 GASTRONOMIC RESTAURANT 4 MARINA & 301 have a porthole) - Main Lounge Shop - Reception desk - Excursion desk Medical center
4 35 Prestige Staterooms with private balcony Theater
5 37 Prestige Staterooms with private balcony
(with 22 Prestige Staterooms convertible into 11 Prestige Suites) - Fitness Center - Sothys™ Beauty Corner: Balneo, Hammam, Massage, Hairdresser Relaxation room - Image & photo desk - Bridge
6 L’Austral: Owner’s Suite - 3 Deluxe Suites with
private balcony - 20 Prestige Staterooms with private balcony (with 18 Prestige Staterooms convertible into 9 Prestige Suites) Le Lyrial: Owner’s Suite - 1 Grand Privilege Suite - 3 Deluxe Suites with private balcony 1 Grand Deluxe Suite - 8 Privilege Suites 1 Prestige Stateroom - Pool - Grill Restaurant Internet space - Library - Panoramic lounge Panoramic terrace
7 Open-air bar - Sun deck
Owner’s Suite Deck 6 Privilege Suites Deck 6 - Le Lyrial Grand Privilege Suite Deck 6 - Le Lyrial
Prestige Suites Deck 6 - 5 (except Le Lyrial) Grand Deluxe Suites Deck 6 - Le Lyrial Deluxe Suites Deck 6
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Suites & Staterooms L’ Austral & Le Boréal accommodation OWNER’S SUITE
(484 sq.ft + 97 sq.ft. private balcony) Balcony
Tv
Tv
Sofa
Dining room
Bar Desk
Spa bathtub
Dressing room
Shower
WC
WC
Suite Armateur - AUSTRAL - UK PONT 6 3 DELUXE SUITES
20 PRESTIGE SUITES (398 sq.ft. + 86 sq.ft. private balcony) 92 PRESTIGE STATEROOMS (200 sq.ft. + 43 sq.ft. private balcony)
(290 sq.ft. + 54 sq.ft. private balcony)
Balcony
Balcony
Balcony
Balcony
Balcony
Balcony Balcony
Balcony
Bar Daybed
Sofa
Tv
Tv
Shower
28 DELUXE STATEROOMS
Tv
Dressing room
Dressing room
Shower
WC WC
WC
Sofa
Tv
Sofa
Tv
Bar Bar Bar
Shower
WC WC
Tv
Tv
Bar Bar
Dressing room
Daybed
Sofa
Tv
Bar
Dressing room Shower
Dressing room (1)
Shower
Dressing room
Shower(2)
Dressing room
Shower
Shower
Bar
Tv
Bar
WC
Suites Prestige - AUSTRAL PONTS 6 - 5
WC
WC
Shower
WC
Dressing room
WC
Suites Deluxe - AUSTRAL PONT 6
8 SUPERIOR STATEROOMS (226 sq.ft.)
Balcony
Balcony Daybed
Bar
Dressing room
WC
Shower
Bar
Tv
Tv
Shower
Daybed
Bar
Bar
Tv
Dressing room
Dressing room
Tv
Shower
WC
WC
Cabines Deluxe - AUSTRAL - UK PONT 3
• • • •
Individually-controlled air conditioning Cabin layout: king-size bed or twin beds, communicating cabins available (children welcome) Minibar Flat screen satellite TV iPod™ players Desk with stationery
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Shower
Dressing room
WC
Cabines Supérieures - AUSTRAL - UK PONT 3
Amenities • •
Bar
WC
Cabines Prestiges - AUSTRAL - UK PONTS 4 - 5 - 6
(200 sq.ft. + 43 sq.ft. private balcony)
Tv
Dressing room
Dressing room
CWC W
Shower
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Safe Hermès bath products Dressing table, bath robes, hairdryer Direct line telephone 110V American outlets (two flat pins) / 220V European outlets (two round pins) 24hr room service WiFi Internet access
Le Lyrial accommodation OWNER’S SUITE
GRAND PRIVILEGE SUITE
(581 sq.ft + 129 sq.ft. private balcony)
(581 sq.ft + 129 sq.ft. private balcony)
Balcony
Balcony
Sofa
Tv Tv Dining Room
Tv Tv
Tv Bar
Spa bathtub
Dressing room Shower
WC
GRAND DELUXE SUITE
8 PRIVILEGE SUITES
(484 sq.ft + 108 sq.ft. private balcony)
Bar
Bathtub
Dressing room
Suite de l’Armateur - LYRIAL PONT 6 73
Dressing room
Shower
Shower
WC
WC
Dressing room
WC
Suite Grand Privilège - LYRIAL PONT 6
PRESTIGE STATEROOMS
(194 sq.ft. + 43 sq.ft. private balcony)
(388 sq.ft. + 86 sq.ft. private balcony)
11 PRESTIGE SUITES
(388 sq.ft. + 86 sq.ft. private balcony) Balcony
Balcony
Balcony
Balcony Balcony
Balcony
Balcony
Bar Sofa
Tv
Tv Sofa
Tv
Dining room
Tv
Tv
Bathtub
Dressing room
Dressing room
Dressing room
Shower
Shower
WC
WC
Suite Grand Deluxe - LYRIAL - UK PONT 6
(291 sq.ft. + 65 sq.ft. private balcony)
Shower
Dressing room
Dressing room
WC
S
W
Cabines Prestige LYRIAL - UK Decks 5-6 PONTS 4 - 5
8 SUPERIOR STATEROOMS (226 sq.ft.)
Balcony
Balcony
Daybed
Daybed
Daybed
Shower
Deck 4
(194 sq.ft. + 43 sq.ft. private balcony)
Bar
Bar Bar
Bar
Bar
Daybed
Tv
Tv
Bar
Shower
WC
28 DELUXE STATEROOMS
Balcony
Dressing room
WC
"Suites" Prestige - LYRIAL PONT 5
Suite Privilège - LYRIAL PONT 6
Balcony
Dressing room
Shower
WC
3 DELUXE SUITES
Tv
Dressing room
Tv
Tv
Tv
Tv
Bar
Dressing room Shower
Dressing room
Public areas
Bar
Bar
Bar
Shower Douche
Tv
Bar
Bar Bar
Spa bathtub
WC
Tv Tv
Desk
Dressing room
Sofa
Tv
WC
Shower
WC
Suites DELUXE - LYRIAL - UK PONT 6
Dressing room
Shower
Dressing room
WC
Shower
WC
DressingDressing roomroom
Shower
WC
Shower
Dressing room
Dressing room
WC
Cabines Deluxe - LYRIAL PONT 3
WC
Cabines Supérieures - LYRIAL - UK PONT 3
LOBBY
LOUNGES
1,453 sq.ft. Concierge lounge including reception, customer relations and excursions desk, concierge service
• Main Lounge • Theater 2,745 sq.ft. 2,690 sq.ft. Inside capacity: 110 Capacity: 250 Outside capacity: 30 Main event space for conferences and live Afternoon tea, lounge, live music, dance floor entertainment on selected evenings and cocktail bar State-of-the-art audio and video technology Access to the outside terrace • Fitness & Beauty Center • Panoramic Lounge Fitness room with Kinesis equipment, 1,184 sq.ft. treadmills, bicycles Library, internet desk, cocktail bar, live Sothys™ Beauty Corner: Hairdresser, entertainment on selected evenings Massage rooms (2), Balneo room, Hammam, Direct access to the panoramic terrace Relaxation room
RESTAURANTS
• Gastronomic Restaurant 3,982 sq.ft. Capacity: 268 Elegant main dining room for breakfast, lunch and dinner serving French and international cuisine, fine wine cellar • Grill Restaurant 2,530 sq.ft. Inside capacity: 150 Outside capacity: 60 Casual eating venue for breakfast, buffet lunch and themed dinner
• Open-air Bar (Pool deck) Seating: 50 Overlooking the pool deck
Shower
RECREATION / RELAXATION
• Leisure area Wii™ area, photoshop
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The PONANT Explorers: Le Dumont-d'Urville & Le Bougainville At 430 feet long with just 88 staterooms (each with a private balcony) and four suites (each with a plate glass window and private terrace), guests aboard Le Dumont-d’Urville and Le Bougainville will find all of the special touches that have forged the reputation of PONANT cruises. The smaller guest capacity creates an intimate atmosphere, while the 110 crew members provide professional and attentive service. Part of the PONANT EXPLORERS series of new expedition vessels, both ships are equipped with an underwater passenger lounge, the Blue Eye. This multi-sensory lounge located eight feet beneath the ships’ hull enables PONANT guests to observe marine life in comfort and safety.
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DECK 7
SPA FITNESS
DECK 7
SPA
Deck plans*
Fitness - Ponant Yacht Spa -FITNESS Sundeck
DECK 7
FITNESS Fitness - Ponant Yacht Spa -SPA Sundeck
DECK 6 DECK 7 Fitness - Ponant Yacht Spa -SPA Sundeck FITNESS DECK 6 SPA
7
Fitness - Ponant Yacht Spa -FITNESS Sundeck DECK 6
ART GALLERY / PHOTO VIDEO / KID’S CLUB
PANORAMIC LOUNGE
Fitness - Ponant Yacht Spa -FITNESS Sundeck
ART GALLERY / PHOTO VIDEO / KID’S CLUB
PANORAMIC LOUNGE
DECK 6
Panoramic lounge - 14 Prestige stateroomsART(including into 5 Luxury suites) - 2 Deluxe suites - 2 Privilege suites - 1 Grand Deluxe Suite - 1 Owne GALLERY / 10 Prestige staterooms convertible PANORAMIC PHOTO VIDEO / LOUNGE Fitness - Ponant Yacht Spa - Sundeck KID’S CLUB
DECK 6
Panoramic lounge - 14 Prestige staterooms (including 10 Prestige staterooms convertible into 5 Luxury suites) - 2 Deluxe suites - 2 Privilege suites - 1 Grand Deluxe Suite - 1 Owne
6
DECK 5 DECK 6 Panoramic lounge - 14 DECK 5
ART GALLERY / PHOTO VIDEO / KID’S CLUB
PANORAMIC LOUNGE
ART GALLERY / PHOTO VIDEO / KID’S CLUB
PANORAMIC LOUNGE
Prestige staterooms (including 10 Prestige staterooms convertible into 5 Luxury suites) - 2 Deluxe suites - 2 Privilege suites - 1 Grand Deluxe Suite - 1 Own BRIDGE
Panoramic lounge - 14 Prestige staterooms (including 10 Prestige staterooms convertible into 5 Luxury suites) - 2 Deluxe suites - 2 Privilege suites - 1 Grand Deluxe Suite - 1 Owne ART GALLERY / PANORAMIC
DECK 5
PHOTO VIDEO / KID’S CLUB
LOUNGE
BRIDGE
WC Panoramic lounge - 14 Prestige staterooms (including 10 Prestige staterooms convertible into 5 Luxury suites) - 2 Deluxe suites - 2 Privilege suites - 1 Grand Deluxe Suite - 1 Owne
DECK Bridge -529 Prestige staterooms (including 1 for person of reduced mobility and 26 Prestige staterooms convertible into 13 Prestige suites) - 1 Deluxe Suite - 2 Privilege suites - 2 Grand De BRIDGE
WC Panoramic lounge - 14 Prestige staterooms (including 10 Prestige staterooms convertible into 5 Luxury suites) - 2 Deluxe suites - 2 Privilege suites - 1 Grand Deluxe Suite - 1 Owne DECK Bridge -529 Prestige staterooms (including 1 for person of reduced mobility and 26 Prestige staterooms convertible into 13 Prestige suites) - 1 Deluxe Suite - 2 Privilege suites - 2 Grand De
5
BRIDGE WC DECK 4 DECK 5 Bridge - 29 Prestige staterooms (including 1 for person of reduced mobility and 26 Prestige staterooms convertible into 13 Prestige suites) - 1 Deluxe Suite - 2 Privilege suites - 2 Grand D BRIDGE DECK 4 WC
Bridge - 29 Prestige staterooms (including 1 for person of reduced mobility and 26 Prestige staterooms convertible into 13 Prestige suites) - 1 Deluxe Suite - 2 Privilege suites - 2 Grand De
DECK 4
RESTAURANT
BRIDGE
WC
Bridge - 29 Prestige staterooms (including 1 for person of reduced mobility and 26 Prestige staterooms convertible into 13 Prestige suites) - 1 Deluxe Suite - 2 Privilege suites - 2 Grand De
DECK 4 4
RESTAURANT
WC
Restaurant - 23 Prestige staterooms (including 1 for person of reduced mobility) - 1 Deluxe suite Bridge - 29 Prestige staterooms (including 1 for person of reduced mobility and 26 Prestige staterooms convertible into 13 Prestige suites) - 1 Deluxe Suite - 2 Privilege suites - 2 Grand De
RESTAURANT DECK 4 Restaurant - 23 Prestige staterooms (including 1 for person of reduced mobility) - 1 Deluxe suite DECK 3 RESTAURANT DECK 4 Restaurant - 23 Prestige GRILL staterooms (including 1 for person of reduced mobility) - 1 Deluxe suite DECK 3 SHOP EXCURSION DESK
RESTAURANT
GRILL staterooms MAIN LOUNGE(including 1 for person of reduced mobility) - 1 Deluxe suite Restaurant POOL - 23 Prestige
DECK 3 3
SHOP RESTAURANT
MAIN LOUNGE(including 1 for person of reduced mobility) - 1 Deluxe suite POOL - 23 Prestige staterooms Restaurant WC GRILL
DECK 3
SHOP
THEATRE
RECEPTION EXCURSION DESK DESK
THEATRE
RECEPTION DESK EXCURSION DESK
Reception Desk - Excursion Desk - Main Lounge - Pool Deck - Shop - Medical Center - Theater - 13 Deluxe staterooms - 1 Deluxe suite (including 1 forWC person of reduced mobility) - 1 Deluxe suite Restaurant GRILL staterooms MAIN LOUNGE POOL - 23 Prestige THEATRE
DECK 3
SHOP
RECEPTION EXCURSION Reception Desk - Excursion Desk - Main Lounge - Pool Deck DESK- Shop - Medical Center - Theater - 13 Deluxe staterooms - 1 Deluxe suite DESK
DECK 2POOL GRILL MAIN LOUNGE THEATRE WC DECK 3 SHOP RECEPTION EXCURSION DESK DESK - Shop - Medical Center - Theater - 13 Deluxe staterooms - 1 Deluxe suite Reception Desk - Main Lounge - Pool Deck DECK 2POOLDesk - Excursion MAIN LOUNGE THEATRE GRILL WC 2
SHOP
RECEPTION
MARINA DESK EXCURSION Reception Desk - Excursion Desk - Main Lounge - Pool Deck DESK - Shop - Medical Center - Theater - 13 Deluxe staterooms - 1 Deluxe suite
DECK 2POOL
MAIN LOUNGE
THEATRE
WC RECEPTION DESK
MARINA
Reception Desk - Excursion Desk - Main Lounge - Pool Deck - Shop - Medical Center - Theater - 13 Deluxe staterooms - 1 Deluxe suite
DECK 2
WC
Marina MARINA Reception Desk - Excursion Desk - Main Lounge - Pool Deck - Shop - Medical Center - Theater - 13 Deluxe staterooms - 1 Deluxe suite
7 6
5
DECK 2
Marina- Ponant Yacht Spa - Sundeck Fitness MARINA
DECK 2 lounge - 14 Prestige Staterooms (including 10 Prestige Panoramic Staterooms convertible into 5 Luxury Suites) - 2 Deluxe Suites - 2 Privilege Marina MARINA SuitesDeluxe - 1 Grand Deluxe Suite - 1 Owner’s Suite stateroom Deluxe suite Deck 3 Deck 3 - Deck 4 - Deck 5 - Deck 6 Marina MARINA Bridge - 29 Prestige Staterooms (including 1 for person of reduced mobility Deluxe stateroom Deluxe suite and 26 Prestige Staterooms convertible into Deck 13 Prestige Suites) - 1 5Deluxe Prestige Deck 3 stateroom 3 - Deck 4 - Deck - Deck 6 Prestige suite Marina 4 - DeckSuites 5 - Deck 6 SuiteDeck - 2 Privilege - 2 Grand Deluxe Suites Deck 5 - Deck 6 Prestige stateroom Deluxe stateroom Marina Deck 43 - Deck 5 - Deck 6
Deluxe suite Prestige suite Deck Deck53--Deck Deck64 - Deck 5 - Deck 6 Deluxe stateroom Deluxe suite Owner's Grand Deck 3 Suite Deck 3 -Deluxe Deck 4 Suites - Deck 5 - Deck 6 Prestige stateroom Prestige Deck 6 Deck 5 - 6suite Deck 4 - Deck 5 - Deck 6 Deck 5 Deck 6 Deluxe Suites stateroom Deluxe suite Privilege Prestige Suites Prestige Prestige suite Deck 36 stateroom Deck 35- -Deck 4 - Deck 5 - Deck 6 Deck 5 Deck 6 Deck 4 - Deck 5 - Deck 6 Deck 5 - Deck 6 Deluxe stateroom Deluxe suite Prestige stateroom * Non-contractual ships under construction. Prestige suite4 - Deck 5 - Deck 6 Deck 3 plans, Deck 3 - Deck Deck 4 - Deck 5 - Deck 6 Deck 5 - Deck 6 Prestige stateroom Deck 4 - Deck 5 - Deck 6
Prestige suite Deck 5 - Deck 6
4
Restaurant - 23 Prestige Staterooms (including 1 for person of reduced mobility) - 1 Deluxe Suite
3
Reception Desk - Excursion Desk - Main Lounge - Pool Deck - Shop Privilege OwnerStaterooms suite Medical suite Center - Theater - 13 Deluxe - 1 Deluxe Suite Deck 5 - Deck 6 Deck 6
2 Privilege Marina suite
Deck - Deck 6suite Grand5 Deluxe 5 - Deck 6 0 Deck Blue Eye underwater lounge Privilege suitesuite Grand Deluxe Deck55- -Deck Deck66 Deck Privilege suite Deluxe Suites Deck 5 - Deck 6 Grand Deck 3Deluxe - 4 - 5 -suite 6 Deck 5 Deck 6 Privilege Prestigesuite Staterooms Grand Deck -4Deck Deck5 Deluxe - 5 - 66suite Deck 5 - Deck 6 Privilege suite Grand5 Deluxe Deck - Deck 6suite Deck 5 - Deck 6
Owner suite Deck 6
Owner suite Deck 6 Owner suite Deck 6 Deluxe Staterooms Deck 3 Owner suite Deck 6 Owner suite Deck 6
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Suites & Staterooms* Accommodation OWNER'S SUITE
(484 sq.ft + 328 sq.ft. private terrace with hot tub and sliding bay windows)
WC Spa
Patio
Dressing Room
TV
WC
Shower
TV
Balneo bathtub
3 GRAND DELUXE SUITES
4 PRIVILEGE SUITES
(484 sq.ft + 328 sq.ft. private terrace and sliding bay windows)
(344 sq.ft + 86 sq.ft. private balcony with sliding bay window)
Balneo bathtub
TV
Dressing Room
WC Shower
Shower
Dressing Room Minibar
TV
WC
TV
Dressing Room
Minibar Patio
WC
Balcony
18 PRESTIGE SUITES
(409 sq.ft + 86 sq.ft. private balcony with sliding bay window)
WC Dressing Room
66 PRESTIGE STATEROOMS
(204 sq.ft + 43 sq.ft. private balcony with sliding bay window)
WC
Shower
Shower
Suite Privilege
WC
Dressing Room
Dressing Room
5 DELUXE SUITES
(291 sq.ft + 65 sq.ft. private balcony with sliding bay window)
WC
Shower
13 DELUXE STATEROOMS
19 sq.m + 4 sq.m. private balcony with French window 204 sq.ft + 43 sq.ft. private balcony with French window
Dressing Room
WC Dressing Room
Shower Dressing Room
Minibar
Minibar
Sofa Bed
Balcony
TV
TV
Minibar
TV
Balcony
Balcony
Balcony
Suite Prestige
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Minibar
TV
TV
Balcony
Minibar
Schlafsofa
Suite Deluxe
Shower
Amenities • •
Individually-controlled air conditioning Cabin layout: king-size bed or twin beds, communicating cabins available (children welcome) • Minibar • Flat screen satellite TV • Video on demand • iPod™ players • Desk with stationery
• • • • • • •
Safe Hermès bath products Dressing table, bath robes, hairdryer Direct line telephone 110V American outlets (two flat pins) / 220V European outlets (round sockets with two round pins) 24hr room service WiFi Internet access
Public areas RECEPTION AREA
RESTAURANTS
RECREATION / RELAXATION
1,507 sq.ft. Reception/concierge desk, excursions desk, ship’s administrative services, sales office, 538 sq.ft boutique.
• Grill Restaurant Capacity: 70 Buffets - Grills
MAIN LOUNGE
• Panoramic Restaurant Capacity: all guests Buffet & table service opens onto the outside
• Hydraulic platform - Easier boarding - Easier Zodiac® embarkation and disembarkation - Easier access to the sea for practicing water sports such as kayaking or paddle-boarding.
2,153 sq.ft. which can accommodate all guests
BLUE EYE LOUNGE
Multi-sensory underwater space accommodates up to 40 guests.
• Pool deck - Pool with a panoramic view, equipped with a counter-current swimming system - Solarium - Outdoor bar and lounge • Theater Capacity: 188 - Main show room for conferences and live entertainment on selected evenings - State-of-the-art audio and video technology
* Non-contractual plans, ships under construction.
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Le Ponant With her low-profile and dynamic lines, her 290 feet of long, streamlined decks, her three masts soaring toward the sky and her sails billowing in the breeze of the Mediterranean, Le Ponant was built in the tradition of a classic private sailing yacht. She proudly flies the French flag and offers her guests a refined, intimate, and exclusive cruising experience.
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Deck plans 5
SUN DECK
4
ANTIGUA DECK
3
SAINT-BARTH DECK
2
MARIE-GALANTE DECK
32
30
28
26
31
29
27
25
24
22
23
20
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16
14
12
10
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21
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12A
11
97
2
27 Staterooms (with 3 triple Staterooms and 5 Staterooms with sofa)
4
Le Diamant Panoramic Restaurant - Bridge 5 double bed Staterooms
3
Marina - Emeraude lounge - Lobby - Saphir lounge - KarukĂŠra Gastronomic Restaurant
5
Observatory - Sun Deck
32 Staterooms, all with a porthole and soothing pastel interiors. No elevator on board. Antigua Staterooms Marie Galante Staterooms Marie Galante Premium Staterooms
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Staterooms Accommodation 5 ANTIGUA DECK STATEROOMS (134 sq.ft. to 165 sq.ft.)
Ang
FR
TV
TV
Shower Dressing room
Douche Dressing
WC
WC
19 MARIE-GALANTE STATEROOMS & 8 MARIE-GALANTE PREMIUM STATEROOMS Ang FR (113 sq.ft. to 145 sq.ft.)
TV
TV
Shower
Douche
Dressing room
Dressing WC
WC
Twin Bed version
Ang
FR
TV
TV
Ang
TV
TV
Douche Shower
Shower Dressing room Dressing
Dressing room
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FR
Douche Dressing
WC
WC
Double Bed version
Triple version
WC
WC
Amenities • • • • • • •
Individually-controlled air conditioning Stateroom layout: Double bed, or twin beds Minibar Television Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery Safe
• • • • • •
Hermès bath products Dressing table, hairdryer and bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 220 volt outlets WiFi No elevator on board
Public areas LOBBY
RESTAURANTS
LOUNGES
280 sq.ft. Reception, customer relations and shore excursions desk
• Karukéra Restaurant 925 sq.ft. Capacity: 64 Gastronomic restaurant Breakfast, lunch and dinner, French and international cuisine in an elegant and sophisticated environment
• Emeraude Lounge 795 sq.ft. Capacity: 64 Main lounge with piano bar
LEISURE FACILITIES • Saphir Lounge 260 sq.ft. Library, computer, internet access, TV and DVD • The Marina Direct access to Zodiac® landing craft
• Bar 260 sq.ft.
• Le Diamant Restaurant 1,247 sq.ft. Capacity: 64 Outside panoramic restaurant Breakfast, buffet lunches and dinners
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Mediterranean Cruise Rates The rates of our cruises are per person, based on double-occupancy and include taxes. For individual stateroom rates, please contact PONANT. For details, refer to General and Particular Terms and Conditions of Sales on page 86 to 90.
Le Ponant
Antigua Stateroom Safety and port taxes (included)
$4,940 $5,640 $5,640
$3,680 $4,170 $4,170 $390
PON
PON
Marie Galante Premium Stateroom
S NU
Marie Galante Stateroom
NICE • NICE ANT BO on 25th July, 1st & 8th August 2019; 7 nights Up to -30% The Great Corsican Loop Marie Galante Stateroom Marie Galante Premium Stateroom Antigua Stateroom Safety and port taxes (included)
S NU
SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE • VALENCIA NT BO A on 24th April 2019; 8 nights Up to -30% Between Morocco and Spain
$4,190 $4,790 $4,790
$5,760 $6,610 $6,610
$390
Le Lyrial PON
Up to
S NU
ANT BO
-30%
VENICE • VENICE on 29th July 2019; 7 nights In the Heart of the Adriatic ATHENS • VENICE on 1st July 2019; 7 nights Treasures of the Adriatic
Superior Stateroom
ATHENS • CIVITAVECCHIA on 12th August 2019; 7 nights; Mediterranean Nature & Culture
Deluxe Suite
Deluxe Stateroom Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 Prestige Suite - Deck 5
ATHENS • BARCELONA on 23rd September 2019; 7 nights Island Jewels of the Mediterranean
Privilege Suite - Deck 6 Grand Deluxe Suite - Deck 6 Grand Privilege Suite - Deck 6 Owner's Suite Safety and port taxes (included)
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite - Deck 5 Privilege Suite - Deck 6 Grand Deluxe Suite - Deck 6 Grand Privilege Suite - Deck 6 Owner's Suite Safety and port taxes (included)
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite - Deck 5 Privilege Suite - Deck 6 Grand Deluxe Suite - Deck 6 Grand Privilege Suite - Deck 6 Owner's Suite Safety and port taxes (included)
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PON
$2,470 $2,660 $2,970 $3,120 $3,270 $4,560 $6,180 $6,480 $7,440 $9,440 $9,540
$1,820 $1,950 $2,170 $2,270 $2,380 $3,280 $4,410 $4,620 $5,300 $6,700 $9,540 $220
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite - Deck 5 Privilege Suite - Deck 6 Grand Deluxe Suite - Deck 6 Grand Privilege Suite - Deck 6 Owner's Suite Safety and port taxes (included)
LISBON • BARCELONA on 7th October 2019; 7 nights Musical Portugal & Spain
$5,150 $5,550 $6,200 $6,500 $6,830 $9,500 $12,870 $13,510 $15,530 $19,790 $19,980
$4,230 $4,550 $5,070 $5,310 $5,570 $7,710 $10,400 $10,910 $12,530 $15,940 $19,980 $390
ANT BO Up to
VENICE • ATHENS on 10th June 2019; 7 nights Recitals in the Mediterranean Superior Stateroom Deluxe Stateroom
Deluxe Stateroom Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite - Deck 5 Privilege Suite - Deck 6 Grand Deluxe Suite - Deck 6 Grand Privilege Suite - Deck 6 Owner's Suite Safety and port taxes (included)
$5,180 $3,790 $5,590 $4,070 $6,250 $4,530 $6,550 $4,750 $6,870 $4,970 $9,560 $6,850 $12,970 $9,240 $13,610 $9,690 $15,630 $11,100 $19,930 $14,110 $20,130 $20,130 $390
Up to
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite - Deck 5 Privilege Suite - Deck 6 Grand Deluxe Suite - Deck 6 Grand Privilege Suite - Deck 6 Owner's Suite Safety and port taxes (included)
$5,180 $3,790 $5,590 $4,070 $6,250 $4,530 $6,550 $4,750 $6,870 $4,970 $9,560 $6,850 $12,970 $9,240 $13,610 $9,690 $15,630 $11,100 $19,930 $14,110 $20,130 $20,130 $390
ROME • ATHENS on 13th July 2019; 9 nights Treasures of the Mediterranean World
ANT BO Up to
-30%
-30%
Superior Stateroom
ANT BO
-30%
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Deluxe Stateroom
Up to
-30%
Deluxe Stateroom
S NU
Superior Stateroom
ANT BO
S NU
ATHENS • ATHENS on 17th June 2019; 4 nights An Aegean Sojourn
PON
PON
$390
Superior Stateroom
PON
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4
$4,010 $3,310 $4,320 $3,560 $4,570 $3,760 $4,700 $3,870 $4,830 $3,970 $6,490 $5,300 $9,270 $7,520 $9,550 $7,750 $10,020 $8,120 $13,830 11,170 $13,980 $13,980
$390
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Deluxe Stateroom
Up to
-20%
VENICE • VENICE on 20th May, 27th May and 3rd June 2019; ANT BO Up to 7 nights -20% The Best of Croatia
S NU
Superior Stateroom
ANT BO
S NU
NAPLES • VENICE on 13th May 2019; 7 nights From Naples to the Adriatic
$4,330 $3,190 $4,670 $3,430 $5,220 $3,810 $5,470 $3,990 $5,730 $4,170 $7,980 $5,750 $10,810 $7,730 $11,350 $8,100 $13,030 $9,280 $16,530 $11,730 $16,690 $16,690
PON
CIVITAVECCHIA • VENICE on 19th August 2019; 7 nights From the Tyrrhenian Sea to the Adriatic
ATHENS • VENICE on 22nd July 2019; 7 nights Dalmatian Shores VENICE • ATHENS on 5th August 2019; 7 nights Canals of Venice to the Stones of Athens
PON
VENICE • CIVITAVECCHIA on 8th July 2019; 7 nights From the Adriatic to Roma
Superior Stateroom Deluxe Stateroom Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite - Deck 5 Privilege Suite - Deck 6 Grand Deluxe Suite - Deck 6 Grand Privilege Suite - Deck 6 Owner's Suite
$6,440 $6,800 $7,380 $7,650 $7,930 $10,310 $13,310 $13,880 $15,660 $19,400 $19,570
$5,230 $5,480 $5,880 $6,070 $6,270 $7,940 $10,030 $10,430 $11,680 $14,300 $19,570
ATHENS • ATHENS on 22nd April 2019; 7 nights Treasures of the Hellenic World
ATHENS • ATHENS on 8th November 2019 ; 7 nights Jewels of the Peloponnese NICE • ATHENS on 15th April 2019 ; 7 nights Mediterranean Islands
ATHENS • ISTANBUL on 25th October 2019 ; 7 nights; Ancient Treasures of the Mediterranean
VALLETTA • ATHENS on 4th October 2019 ; 7 nights Splendors of the Western Mediterranean
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite - Deck 5 Prestige Suite - Deck 6 Privilege Suite Owner's Suite Safety and port taxes (included)
Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite - Deck 5 Prestige Suite - Deck 6
Owner's Suite Safety and port taxes (included)
PON
Owner's Suite Safety and port taxes (included)
ANT BO Up to
-20%
$4,580 $5,110 $5,350 $5,600 $7,750 $10,480 $10,990 $11,540 $12,670 $16,470 $390
$390
ATHENS • AQABA on 15th November 2019; 10 nights Civilizations & Myths Deluxe Stateroom Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite - Deck 5 Prestige Suite - Deck 6 Privilege Suite Grand Deluxe Suite Owner's Suite Safety and port taxes (included)
ANT BO Up to
-30%
$6,180 $4,560 $6,530 $4,800 $6,720 $4,940 $6,920 $5,080 $9,270 $6,720 $13,260 $9,510 $13,640 $9,780 $14,050 $10,070 $14,470 $10,360 $14,890 $14,890
PON
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite - Deck 5 Prestige Suite - Deck 6 Privilege Suite Grand Deluxe Suite Owner's Suite Safety and port taxes (included)
$5,330 $3,920 $5,960 $4,360 $6,260 $4,570 $6,560 $4,780 $9,130 $6,580 $12,350 $8,830 $12,970 $9,260 $13,600 $9,700 $14,960 $10,660 $15,690 $15,690 $450
VALLETTA • VALLETTA on 26th June 2019; 10 nights Sicilian Food & Wine Experience Deluxe Stateroom Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite - Deck 5 Prestige Suite - Deck 6 Privilege Suite Grand Deluxe Suite Owner's Suite
$6,200 $6,850 $7,150 $7,460 $10,120 $13,480 $14,110 $14,780 $16,170 $16,940
ANT BO Up to
S NU
Grand Deluxe Suite
Grand Deluxe Suite
S NU
Privilege Suite
$5,590 $6,250 $6,550 $6,870 $9,560 $12,970 $13,610 $14,290 $15,710 $16,470
Privilege Suite
Deluxe Stateroom
PON
PON
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6
PON
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5
$4,670 $3,430 $5,220 $3,810 $5,470 $3,990 $5,730 $4,170 $7,980 $5,750 $10,810 $7,730 $11,350 $8,100 $11,900 $8,490 $13,080 $9,320 $13,730 $13,730
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VALLETTA • ISTANBUL on 14th July 2019 AN O Up to 8 nights; The Eternal Aegean -30%
S NU
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4
S NU
Prestige Suite - Deck 6
Up to
S NU
Deluxe Stateroom
ATHENS • ATHENS on 29th April 2019; 7 nights Fourth Annual Piano Festival at Sea
Prestige Suite - Deck 5
ANT BO
-30%
VENICE • ATHENS on 30th August 2019; 7 nights From La Serenissima to the City of Gods
Deluxe Suite
$390
VALLETTA • VALLETTA on 6th July 2019; 8 nights Treasures of Sicily
ATHENS • LIVORNO on 13th August 2019; 7 nights From Ancient Greece to Italian Shores
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6
$4,320 $3,180 $4,570 $3,360 $4,700 $3,450 $4,830 $3,540 $6,490 $4,700 $9,270 $6,650 $9,550 $6,850 $9,830 $7,040 $10,130 $7,250 $10,430 $10,430
LISBON • CIVITAVECCHIA on 13th June 2019; 8 nights Andalusia & Balearic Islands
ATHENS • ATHENS on 29th July 2019; 7 nights In the Heart of the Cyclades
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4
Grand Deluxe Suite
ISTANBUL • ATHENS on 22nd July 2019; 7 nights Splendors of the Aegean Sea
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4
Deluxe Stateroom Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5
BARCELONA • LISBON on 6th June 2019; 7 nights Iberian Shores
Deluxe Stateroom
Up to
-30%
ATHENS • ISTANBUL on 6th May 2019; 7 nights Ancient Treasures of the Mediterranean
ISTANBUL • ATHENS on 13th May & 1st November 2019; 7 nights Aegean Odyssey
ANT BO
S NU
PON
Le Bougainville
-30%
$4,720 $5,180 $5,390 $5,600 $7,470 $9,820 $10,260 $10,730 $11,700 $16,940
$560
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Northern Europe Cruise Rates The rates of our cruises are per person, based on double-occupancy and include taxes. For individual stateroom rates, please contact PONANT. For details, refer to General and Particular Terms and Conditions of Sales on page 86 to 90.
L' Austral
$6,410 $4,710 $6,910 $5,060 $7,700 $5,620 $8,070 $5,880 $8,460 $6,150 $11,750 $8,450 $15,880 $11,340 $16,660 $11,890 $19,130 $19,130
Superior Stateroom Deluxe Stateroom Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite - Deck 5 Prestige Suite - Deck 6 Owner's Suite Safety and port taxes (included)
$560
ANT BO Up to
-30%
$4,210 $3,120 $4,540 $3,350 $5,060 $3,720 $5,310 $3,890 $5,560 $4,070 $7,730 $5,590 $10,450 $7,490 $10,960 $7,850 $12,590 $12,590
Superior Stateroom Deluxe Stateroom Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite - Deck 5 Prestige Suite - Deck 6 Owner's Suite Safety and port taxes (included)
$440
DUBLIN • PORTSMOUTH on 29th April 2019; 7 nights Celtic Shores Superior Stateroom Deluxe Stateroom Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite - Deck 5 Prestige Suite - Deck 6 Owner's Suite Safety and port taxes (included)
PON
PON
PON
-30%
PORTSMOUTH • DUBLIN on 22nd April 2019; 7 nights Celtic Shores
ANT BO Up to
S NU
Up to
S NU
ANT BO
S NU
LISBON • PORTSMOUTH on 13th April 2019; 9 nights Gastronomy, Vineyards & Grands Crus
-30%
$4,210 $3,120 $4,540 $3,350 $5,060 $3,720 $5,310 $3,890 $5,560 $4,070 $7,730 $5,590 $10,450 $7,490 $10,960 $7,850 $12,590 $12,590 $440
Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite - Deck 5 Prestige Suite - Deck 6 Privilege Suite Grand Deluxe Suite Owner's Suite Safety and port taxes (included)
$450
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite - Deck 5 Prestige Suite - Deck 6 Privilege Suite Grand Deluxe Suite Owner's Suite Safety and port taxes (included)
Up to
-30%
$5,630 $4,130 $6,290 $4,590 $6,590 $4,800 $6,920 $5,030 $9,630 $6,930 $13,040 $9,310 $13,690 $9,770 $14,360 $10,240 $15,790 $11,240 $16,570 $16,570 $450
Superior Stateroom Deluxe Stateroom Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite - Deck 5 Prestige Suite - Deck 6 Owner's Suite
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$5,600 $5,950 $6,240 $6,380 $6,540 $8,370 $8,940 $9,160 $9,560
ANT BO Up to
S NU
LONDON • BERGEN on 12th May 2019; 10 nights Voyage to Green & Gentle Lands
PON
Le Boréal -30%
$4,440 $4,690 $4,890 $4,990 $5,100 $6,380 $6,780 $6,940 $9,560
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite - Deck 5 Prestige Suite - Deck 6 Privilege Suite Grand Deluxe Suite Owner's Suite Safety and port taxes (included)
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite - Deck 5 Prestige Suite - Deck 6 Privilege Suite Grand Deluxe Suite Owner's Suite Safety and port taxes (included)
$6,680 $7,440 $7,800 $8,170 $11,310 $15,260 $16,000 $16,790 $18,430 $25,520 $560
$4,140 $4,380 $4,510 $4,640 $6,210 $8,890 $9,140 $9,420 $9,690 $9,980
ANT BO Up to
-30%
$3,060 $3,230 $3,320 $3,410 $4,510 $6,380 $6,560 $6,750 $6,940 $9,980 $390
HONFLEUR • HONFLEUR on 1st September 2019; 12 nights Ireland, Scotland and Cornwall Deluxe Stateroom Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5 Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6 Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite - Deck 5 Prestige Suite - Deck 6 Privilege Suite Grand Deluxe Suite Owner's Suite Safety and port taxes (included)
$7,310 $7,730 $7,960 $8,190 $10,970 $15,670 $16,140 $16,620 $17,110 $17,620
PON
PON
$8,650 $9,660 $10,140 $10,630 $14,820 $20,090 $21,080 $22,130 $24,320 $25,520
HONFLEUR • LISBON on 21st September 2019; 7 nights Atlantic Shores Deluxe Stateroom
Up to
S NU
Deluxe Stateroom
ANT BO
S NU
HONFLEUR • HONFLEUR on 13th September 2019; 8 nights Musical Odyssey on the Celtic Sea
Deluxe Stateroom
ANT BO
-25%
PON
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 6
$5,030 $5,600 $5,860 $6,130 $8,480 $11,430 $11,990 $12,570 $13,810 $20,420
PON
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 5
$6,920 $7,730 $8,110 $8,500 $11,850 $16,060 $16,870 $17,690 $19,460 $20,420
-30%
STOCKHOLM • COPENHAGEN on 15th August 2019; 10 nights Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea
ANT BO Up to
S NU
Prestige Stateroom - Deck 4
Up to
S NU
Deluxe Stateroom
ANT BO
S NU
COPENHAGEN • STOCKHOLM on 7th August 2019; 8 nights Historic Cities of the Baltic Seas
PON
Le Dumont-d'Urville -25%
$5,720 $6,030 $6,200 $6,380 $8,460 $11,990 $12,340 $12,700 $13,070 $17,620 $670
Formalities FOR ALL CRUISES The below information is current but subject to change at any time without advance notice from government authorities. Please consult your respective government agencies for visa and health information. Passport valid for at least six (6) months beyond the completion of your trip. Passport must contain at least two completely clear, blank, unused visa pages for each visa required, not including any amendment pages. Visa pages with stains or ink from other pages in the passport are not usable. Guests who deviate from the scheduled embarkation or disembarkation port should research the foreign entry requirements for the port country. Due to government regulations, regrettably, PONANT will have to deny boarding to any guest who fails to obtain the appropriate travel documentation for this trip.
SPECIFIC FORMALITIES Le Bougainville: ATHENS • ISTANBUL - 6th May 2019 & 25th October 2019 (1) Le Bougainville: ISTANBUL • ATHENS - 13th May 2019, 22nd July 2019 & 1st November 2019 (2) Le Bougainville: VALLETTA • ISTANBUL - 14th July 2019 (1) Le Bougainville: ATHENS • AQABA - 15th November 2019 (3) (4) Le Dumont-d'Urville: STOCKHOLM • COPENHAGEN - 15th August 2019 (5) Le Ponant: SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE • VALENCIA - 24th April 2019 (6) (1) Turkey: Note that some nationalities are required to get a visa for Turkey. The visa can be obtained online at https://turkey-evisa.travisa-online.com/turkey or onboard the ship. You would then be charged onboard. (2) Turkey: Note that some nationalities are required to get a visa for Turkey. The visa can be obtained online at https://turkey-evisa.travisa-online.com/turkey or on arrival at the airport. (3) Egypt: Visa delivered and charged onboard (25€ to date; subject to change). This visa is valid for 30 days. (4) Jordan: A visa is mandatory (40 JOD to date; subject to change). The visa is included for guests participating in a PONANT post-cruise program. In order to secure your visa, please send a copy of your passport to PONANT 30 days prior to your cruise departure. (5) Russia: A group visa will be supplied only for those guests participating in PONANT-organized tours or private arrangements and will cover you for their duration only. If you want to explore St. Petersburg independently, you will need to obtain a visa prior to departure and at your own additional expense. (6) Morocco: Your passport must be valid for at least six (6) months beyond the completion of your trip.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Warning about the use of drones: The use of drones aboard PONANT ships, whether they are sailing at sea, at a port of call or anchored, is strictly forbidden. The use of drones on land in the Arctic and Antarctic regions is also strictly forbidden by international polar regulations. In other regions, it may be possible to use drones on land if permission has been obtained from the relevant authorities of each country and each region traveled through, as well as a pilot’s licence that should be obtained from your home country. Guests are responsible for obtaining these permits; they should be able to present them at all times. Guests who do not obtain these authorizations expose themselves to the risk of legal proceeding.
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VING
DIVING CRUISE PONANT offers SCUBA diving, when authorized by local authorities and feasible with ship equipment and Zodiac® landing craft. Rates: $80 per standard dive; $95 per dive when local equipment or staff must be used; $95 for a “Discover SCUBA DIVING” course. In order to participate in diving sessions, guests must have with them a medical certificate less than one year old and their up-todate dive book
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General Terms and Conditions of Sale These General Terms and Conditions of Sale (GTCS) form an integral part of the Contract entered into by CDP and the Traveller. The Particular Terms and Conditions of Sale (PTCS) – which are specific to each Cruise season, summer or winter – may create an exception to these General Terms and Conditions of Sale. In any event, the specifications of the Cruise Ticket and of the Passenger Ticket shall prevail over the General and Particular Terms and Conditions of Sale. All these contractual documents make up the Contract entered into by CDP and the Traveller. In the event that a provision in these General Terms and Conditions of Sale and/or in the Contract breaches a mandatory legal provision, and/or is considered as invalid, this invalidity shall not affect the validity of the other clauses. In accordance with Law No. 78-17 of 6 January 1978 regarding data privacy, Travellers have the right to view and correct any personal information that concerns them, and that Compagnie du Ponant may be required to gather for the purposes of its business activities. 1. Definitions: 1.1 “Tickets”: refers interchangeably to Transportation, Cruise, and/or Airline Tickets. 1.2 “Airline Ticket”: A document that contains the specifications of the air transportation contract via which the Airline undertakes to carry the Traveller between the airports mentioned therein. 1.3 “Cruise Ticket”: a document that contains the specifications of the cruise contract via which the Organiser of the Cruise undertakes to have the Traveller carried by the Sea Carrier, and to provide them with the amenities and services that are mentioned on the Cruise Ticket. The Cruise Ticket delivered to the Traveller is governed by the general terms and conditions of the Cruise Ticket. 1.4 “Passenger Ticket”: a document that contains the specifications of the passenger transportation agreement via which the Sea Carrier undertakes to carry the Traveller between the ports mentioned therein. The Passenger Ticket delivered to the Traveller is governed by the general terms and conditions of the Passenger Ticket. 1.5 “CDP”: Compagnie du Ponant, a simplified joint stock company, which has its registered office at 408, avenue du Prado 13008 Marseille, with share capital of €3,644,607. The company is registered on the Marseille Trade and Companies Register under No. 344 497 011, holds Government Licence No. 013.06.0005, is a member of SNAV (French National Travel Agents’ Association) and is registered with ATOUT France under No. IMO13120040. The company’s financial cover is provided by APST, 15 avenue Carnot, 75017 Paris. Compagnie du Ponant has subscribed to an insurance policy covering its Professional Civil Liability under No. AA714708 with Generali Assurance IARD – 7 boulevard Haussmann – 75456 Paris Cedex 09. 1.6 “Signing of the Contract”: refers to the point when the contract is entered into between the Traveller(s) and CDP, i.e. when the latter confirms their booking to the Traveller. 1.7 “General Terms and Conditions of Sale” or “GTCS”: the clauses in this document. 1.8 “Particular Terms and Conditions of Sale” or “PTCS”: the contractual clauses applicable to the Contract, which are specific to each Cruise season – summer or winter. 1.9 “Contract”: all the respective obligations incumbent upon CDP and the Traveller, as specified on the invoice and the Tickets, as well as in the GTCS and PTCS. 1.10 “Cruise”: a round-trip by sea as described in the CDP Sales Brochure and/or on the CDP website, and on the Cruise Ticket. 1.11 “Expedition Cruise”: cruise during which exploration excursions are planned in inflatable dinghies, accompanied by nature guides. 1.12 “Pre-Booked excursion and/or extension”: Services including Transfers, sight-seeing trips and ground services before, during and/or after the Cruise. 1.13 “Fixed-Rate Package”: refers to the combination of a Cruise with a flight and/or a Transfer and/or Pre- and Post-Cruise Services, and/or Pre-Booked Excursions and/or Extensions, and/or any other tourism service booked when Signing the Contract. The Fixed-Rate Package does not include land excursions that have not been booked at the same time as the Cruise, and the services offered on board the ship. 1.14 “Organiser of the Cruise”: a private individual or a company that undertakes to have the Travellers carried by the Sea Carrier, and to provide them with the amenities and services that are mentioned on the Cruise Ticket, and whose letterhead appears on the Cruise Ticket. 1.15 “Disabled Person” or “Person with Reduced Mobility”: any person affected by a restriction on their movements or a restriction preventing them from enjoying the Services agreed due to a significant alteration of one or several of their physical, sensory, mental, cognitive, or psychological functions, to multiple handicaps, or to a debilitating health problem. 1.16 “Service”: refers to any Cruise, Fixed-Rate Package, flight, Transfer, Pre- and Post-Cruise Service, Pre-Booked Excursion and/or Extension, and any other tourism service booked when Signing the Contract. 1.17 “Price”: total cost of the Services booked by the Traveller. 1.18 “Pre- and Post-Cruise Services”: Services including Transfers, sight-seeing trips and ground services before and/or after the Cruise, as mentioned in the Contract. 1.19 “Transfer”: an operation that consists in carrying Travellers between the port of embarkation and/or disembarkation and a meeting point determined by CDP (airport, hotel, or railway station, etc.). 1.20 “Sea Carrier”: a private individual or company that operates the ship that carries the Travellers, and whose letterhead is shown on the Passenger Ticket. 1.21 “Air Carrier”: a company that under takes to carry the Travellers by air, and whose letterhead is shown on the Airline Ticket. 1.22 “Vendor”: a private individual or legal entity that has sold the Services included in the Contract directly to the Travellers. 1.23 “Travellers”: any person named at the time of the booking and/or Signing of the Contract, and whose name is shown on an invoice and/or on the Tickets issued by CDP or by the Vendor. 2. Acceptance and application of the General Terms and Conditions 2.1 The Signing of the Contract implies acceptance of all these GTCS and PTCS by the Traveller, with no reservations, together with the clauses and conditions in the Passenger Ticket and the Cruise Ticket. 3. Applicable legislation 3.1 Where CDP acts in the capacity of a Sea Carrier, the contractual relations between CDP and the Traveller shall be governed by the Passenger Ticket and by the provisions of the French Transport Code, and specifically Articles L. 5420-1 to L. 5421-12, by the Application Decree of 31 December 1966, and by the provisions of the London International Convention of 19 November 1976, as well as by the provisions of Regulation 392/2009 issued by the European Parliament and Council on 23 April 2009, where applicable, which form an integral part of the Passenger Ticket. 3.2 Where CDP is the Organiser of the Cruise, the contractual relations between CDP and the Traveller shall be governed by the Contract, which includes the Cruise Ticket, as well as by Articles 47 to 49 of Law No. 66-420 of 18 June 1966 regarding chartering and sea carriage contracts, and its application decree of 31 December 1966. 3.3 Where CDP is the Vendor of a tourism package within the meaning of Article L. 211-2 of the French Tourism Code, the contractual relations between CDP and the Traveller shall be governed by the Contract, and by Articles L. 211-1 et seq. and R. 211-1 et seq. of the French Tourism Code. 4. Payment of the Price 4.1 The Signing of the Contract implies payment of 25% of the Price of this Service as an advance, while the balance must be paid within 60 business days at most prior to the beginning of the first Service featured in the Contract. 4.2 As an exemption to Article 4.1, the balance must be paid within 90 days at most before the beginning of the first Service featured in the Contract in the case of Expedition Cruises. 4.3 Once the Service has been paid for in full, the Traveller shall receive the Ticket(s) and the exchange vouchers, where applicable, together with the insurance policy, if that policy has been subscribed directly with CDP.
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5. Rates and reductions per person and per cruise 5.1: Public rates are the reference rates of the cruise applicable for the validity period of the brochure. Public rates are per person and based on double occupancy. 5.2: Ponant Bonus Fares is a special savings programme off published cruise only rates for selected voyages. Ponant Bonus is the guaranteed best price you can obtain on the day you make your reservation. It can save you up to 30% off the public rates (rate port to port only, out port taxes and security and airline fare). Ponant Bonus fares are capacity controlled, subject to availability and may change at any time without notice. 5.3 Single Supplement The single supplement shall apply to any person who occupies a stateroom on their own. The Supplement shall apply to the port-to-port section (excluding port taxes) of the Ponant Bonus rate in effect. This supplement may change depending on the occupancy rate of the cruises concerned. It may therefore change for certain categories of staterooms and/or suites only, or for an entire cruise at any time with no notice. The single supplement shall be offered in certain stateroom categories for a selection of cruises. This selection shall be updated in accordance with the occupancy rate, and can be viewed on our website at www.ponant.com. 5.4 Depending on the occupancy of the ship (with the exception of the Le Ponant yacht) the time of reservation, a “guaranteed” Deluxe Deck 3 stateroom may be offered. This means that the booking has been made in the Deluxe Deck 3 category without a stateroom number being assigned, and that the stateroom shall be assigned at the Company's discretion, and may change at any time until embarkation. Once the stateroom number has been assigned, no request for a change may be accepted. This formula offers the advantage of potentially benefiting from a stateroom in a higher category without a price surcharge. The minimum category selected at the time of booking shall be guaranteed in any event. 5.5 Other Savings These offer are not combinable with any other discounts or special offers, and are not applicable on Ocean Voyage (except Grand Admirals of the Ponant Yacht Club who also benefit from these advantages on Ocean Voyage) If you could obtain more discounts, the amount of the second discount is calculated from the price obtained after deducting the 1st and so on. 5.5.1 Combination of cruises (Discount only applies to port/port cruise fare does not include port charges, not applicable to Ocean Voyages, and subject to availability at time of booking). Both offers below are not cumulative. • On all our cruises: 10% off on any combined cruise • On a particular selection of cruises accessible on our website: o 20% off the 2nd cruise o 30% off the 3rd cruise o 40% off the 4th cruise 5.5.2 Ponant Yacht Club Grand Admiral Members -5% off the cruise-only rate, port taxes excluded. This offer will also work for Ocean Voyages. -10% off the cruise only rate, port taxes excluded of your 2nd cruise in the same year - excluding back to back cruises. 5.5.3 Ponant Yacht Club Admiral Members -5% off the cruise only rate, port taxes excluded of your 2nd cruise in the same year – excluding back to back cruises. 5.5.4 Honeymoon Offer For any cruise taken within the 12 months after the wedding or civil union (1), you can enjoy the following advantages: • Classic Offer (cruises in Staterooms): - 300 € off on your stateroom - Bottle of champagne on arrival - A photography session and -25% on your photos (except on board Le Ponant) - Surprise aboard. • Prestige Offer (cruises in Suites on board all our ships except Le Ponant): - Enjoy all the benefits of the Classic Offer - Your 2 favourite photos are free - 1 spa treatment per Suite (maximum value: 115 €). (1) Offer valid on presentation of proof. 5.5.5 Wedding Anniversary If you are celebrating any multiple of five years of marriage or civil union (PACS) (1), enjoy a € 200 / AUD 300 / US$ 260 /£ 175 reductions per stateroom /suite for a cruise taken during the calendar year of your anniversary. (1) Offer valid on presentation of proof. Reduction applies only once per year of anniversary. 5.5.6 Family & Friends • Any group booking that includes at least 5 paying persons will receive an unconditional 5% reduction on that cruise port/port (port taxes not included). • Preferential rate for 8 to 17 year-olds sharing a stateroom or Suite with 1or 2 adults. Please contact us. 5.5.7 Referral Programme Introduce PONANT to your relatives and friends and take advantage of the Sponsorship offer. As a sponsor, you receive a 300 € reduction per stateroom on your next cruise, after the person you sponsor has returned from theirs; they in turn enjoy a reduction of 200 €* on their first cruise. When you refer somebody, on his/her first cruise the person you are referring will receive a €50 discount on any pre/ post-cruise programme or flight booked through PONANT. The pre- and post-cruise Referral Bonus can only be used once per stateroom and per referred person. The discount applies to any purchase of a flight booked through PONANT or of a pre- or post-cruise programme with a minimum stay of one night. The number of sponsored persons is not limited; you are allowed to cumulate reductions. 5.5.8 Booking on board -5% off the cruise only (excluding port charges and security) for each new cruise booked with our onboard staff. Except the Privilege Single Offer and the Ponant Bonus, the offers described above are not cumulative among them. 6. Passports, Visas and Vaccination Certificates 6.1 Every Traveller who is a French national shall be responsible for performing the administrative and/ or health formalities required by the countries concerned by the Services, including those formalities disclosed by CDP and viewable on the www.ponant.com website as well as in the brochure, prior to Signing the Contract. 6.2 Travellers who are foreign nationals must contact the relevant embassies and/or consulates and perform the administrative and/or health formalities required by the countries concerned by the Services prior to Signing the Contract. 6.3 CDP shall not be held responsible for the consequences of a Traveller failing to comply with police, customs, or health formalities prior to or during the length of the Services under any circumstances. A Traveller who is unable to board a flight or a ship because they cannot present the documents required may not claim any refund or compensation. 6.4 In any event, Travellers are advised to check all the information with the authorities concerned prior to the departure date. CDP advises Travellers to consult the country factsheets relating to the chosen destinations prepared by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the http://www.diplomatie. gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs website, or to make enquiries by telephone (+33 1 43 17 53 53, French Ministry of Foreign Affairs). CDP specifically draws Travellers' attention to the fact that the information provided may change up until the departure date, and they are advised to consult that information up until the time of departure. CDP invites Travellers to adjust their behavior to the visited country, to exercise vigilance and to avoid carrying valuable objects during their travel. 7. Embarkation and sea carriage conditions • General rules 7.1 The Traveller must present themselves for embarkation under the conditions determined by the
Passenger Ticket, and at least two hours before the ship's scheduled departure time. The Passenger Ticket and/or the Cruise Ticket issued by CDP shall only be valid for the Cruise and the ship mentioned on the ticket. 7.2 The purpose of the Passenger Ticket is to transport the Travellers and their luggage from the time when they embark at the port of departure to the time when they disembark at their destination. 7.3 All Travellers must hold a valid passport, or an identity card, where applicable, that are valid for six months following the date of their return, together with the visas and vaccination certificates likely to be required in the ports where the ship calls and the port of destination. Every Traveller shall be personally responsible for complying with the legal and regulatory provisions required prior to departure. The Carrier, the Organiser of the Cruise, and/or CDP, and/or the Captain may refuse to allow a Traveller who does not show the documents enabling them to disembark at the port of destination port and at the scheduled ports of call to embark or disembark. 7.4 If a Traveller who has reserved a Cruise solely on a port-to-port basis organises their own air or ground transport to the port of embarkation and/or to their home address, they are strongly advised to purchase changeable and refundable transportation tickets, and to allow for reasonable transfer times between the station, the airport, and the port. In the event of a delay, cancellation or change, CDP shall not be responsible for the transport and Transfer expenses and/or for any other kind of amenities and services not included in the Cruise Ticket that were not directly purchased from CDP. CDP shall not be responsible for any incidents or accidental damage to equipment and/or bodily injury that may occur during travel to and/or from the ship. 7.5 Every Traveller shall guarantee that they are fit to travel by sea, and that their state of health or behaviour shall not harm the other Travellers or the proper performance of the Services agreed and/ or proposed. If a Traveller's state of health is likely to limit their ability to enjoy the Services agreed, or to disrupt the proper provision of those Services, they must inform CDP, and must provide a medical certificate certifying their fitness on request. Any health problem, if known, must be mentioned to CDP's Medical Department in writing when Signing the Contract or before the departure of the ship (or prior to the beginning of the Services) at the latest. 7.6 Travellers shall be responsible for Doctor's appointments, medical care, and medication on land or on board the ships. All Travellers must ensure that they are covered by an appropriate medical insurance policy. 7.7 In the event of the threat of an epidemic, the Carrier, the Organiser of the Cruise, CDP, the Captain of the ship, or any other local health authority may demand that the Traveller fill in a health questionnaire and take a screening test, where applicable, before or at the time of embarkation or disembarkation, including during port calls. 7.8 In the specific case of Expedition Cruises, where you are reminded that any medical facilities are several days away by sea, a mandatory full medical questionnaire (a document provided on Signing the Contract) must be filled in by the Traveller's referring attendant physician between 90 and 45 days prior to the beginning of the Services, and must be returned to CDP's Medical Department (medical@ ponant.com) by mail or e-mail within 40 days prior to the beginning of the Services at the latest. Any medical certificate issued prior to the determined period shall not be valid. Any Traveller who has not returned their duly completed mandatory medical certificate shall not be allowed to embark, and shall not benefit from any refund. 7.9 Travellers must comply with the rules on board throughout the journey. Travellers are required to attend any safety demonstrations and explanations that are organised on board, and to follow the crew's instructions at all times. 7.10 If they consider it necessary, the Carrier, the Organiser of the Cruise, CDP and/or the Captain of the ship may terminate the contract and refuse to carry any Traveller who does not comply with the conditions for entering into the destination ports, or whose presence on board could be harmful to the comfort, health, and safety of the other Travellers and the crew, breach the laws and rules of the ports where the ship calls, or render the Carrier, the Organiser of the Cruise, and/or CDP liable for the Traveller's legal defence or repatriation. Accordingly, the Organiser of the Cruise, the Carrier, and/or CDP, and/or the Captain of the ship may decide to take the following appropriate measures: Refuse to allow the Traveller(s) to embark or disembark in any port that the ship calls at; 2) Disembark the Traveller(s) at any port that the ship calls at; 3) Transfer the Traveller(s) to another ship; 4) Confine the Traveller(s) on board, in their stateroom, or in a stateroom managed by the on-board medical team; 5) Have the doctor and their team administer any drugs, medications, or other permissible substances, and/or confine the Traveller in hospital or in any other similar facility at the port of destination if the on-board doctor considers it necessary. • Disabled Persons and Persons with Reduced Mobility 7.11 Due to safety requirements, every Traveller must be independent, or travel with a person who is capable of providing them with all the assistance required during the performance of the Services. 7.12 Travellers whose mobility is restricted due to a physical disability or to a condition that requires special treatment and/or special assistance, including people who use wheelchairs, must inform CDP in writing at the time when they make the booking request, or as soon as the Traveller becomes aware of their disability if that disability occurs following the booking, but in any event at least 30 days prior to the beginning of the Services, in order to enable CDP to confirm to the Traveller that they will be physically able to enjoy the Cruise on board the ship and/or the Services agreed, inter alia. 7.13 The Organiser of the Cruise, the Carrier, and/or CDP, and/or the Captain reserve the right to refuse access to Travellers who have failed to inform CDP or the Vendor about a disability or their need for assistance, if such disability and need are not compatible with the applicable safety rules and the specific regulations for the navigation area, or require care that CDP and/or the Carrier would not be in a position to provide, or if the design of the passenger ship, and the port infrastructure and facilities, including port terminals, make the embarkation, disembarkation, or transportation of the person concerned under satisfactory safety conditions impossible. 7.14 Going ashore may be difficult or even impossible for Travellers with Restricted Mobility, or Disabled Travellers, especially in the event of disembarkation in launches or/and excursions in dinghies. 7.15 Once they have received CDP's written agreement, Travellers who use a wheelchair must embark with their own wheelchair, and must absolutely be accompanied by a person who is capable of assisting them at all times. Every disembarkation shall nonetheless be subject to the approval of the Captain. 7.16 The Boréal, the Austral, the Soléal and the Lyrial all have three staterooms that are specially equipped to receive Disabled Persons, or Persons with Restricted Mobility (two staterooms on board Le Lapérouse, Le Champlain, Le Bougainville and Le Dumont-d'Urville). Please note that the Le Ponant yacht specifically does not allow access to Persons with Restricted Mobility or Disabled Persons due to a different design. • Children and Pregnancy 7.17 Children under three years of age shall not be authorised to embark on the ships. Children aged over three and under eight may only embark on the ships on presentation of an embarkation authorisation, which shall preferably be requested as soon as the child is registered as a Traveller, and issued against a release, and which must be presented at the time of embarkation in all cases, failing which the Organiser of the Cruise, the Carrier, and/or CDP shall not be able to admit the child on board. 7.18 In the case of all the Expedition Cruises, children must be fully independent during all the outside activities organised and during disembarkation in rubber dinghies, be sufficiently tall to sit on the inflatable sides of the dinghies, and old enough to understand, and immediately respond to the orders given by the persons in charge. As a result, children's participation in any activity in an inflatable dinghy shall be subject to the agreement of the Captain and of the Expedition Head, depending on the sea conditions, and the difficulty of disembarking at each location visited. 7.19 Minor children shall remain under their parents or guardians' full and entire responsibility when on board and/or during excursions. 7.20 As the ships do not have any facilities to enable women to give birth on board, women who are over six months pregnant shall not be allowed to embark on the ships. In any event, pregnant women travelling on board the ship are advised to consult a doctor prior to embarkation, in order to ensure that their state of health is compatible with the planned cruise. • Authorised luggage 7.21 Every Traveller must label each luggage item correctly, and indicate their full name, the name of the ship, their destination, and their stateroom number in a highly legible manner. The markings must be visible and permanent. 7.22 Goods, property, and items where the contents may threaten the health and safety of the
other Travellers and their Luggage, of persons or of property, and may damage or pollute the ship, inflammable, explosive, corrosive, hazardous, or odorous materials, or materials that are likely to leak, items where importation is prohibited or that do not comply with customs or police regulations, and generally speaking property and items other than those intended for the Traveller's personal use are prohibited on board and in their luggage (hereinafter the “Prohibited Items”). In any event, the Traveller shall be liable for any injury, loss, or damage suffered as a result of the presence of Prohibited Items in their luggage or in their stateroom, and shall hold the Organiser of the Cruise, the Carrier, and/or CDP harmless against any proceedings that may be initiated against them as a result of the presence of these Prohibited Items on board or at the time of embarkation or disembarkation. These Prohibited Items may be disembarked, destroyed, thrown into the sea, or rendered harmless at any time and any place by the Organiser of the Cruise, the Carrier, the crew, and/or CDP, without compensation, and notwithstanding payment of any destruction costs by the Traveller. 7.23 Travellers must keep an eye on their luggage and personal effects throughout the length of the Services, including their stay on board and during embarkation, transfer, and disembarkation operations. The Organiser of the Cruise, the Carrier, and/or CDP shall decline any liability for luggage that is left unsupervised by the Traveller, and where the latter has not taken all necessary precautions to avoid theft, loss, or damage. The Organiser of the Cruise, the Carrier and/or CDP shall not be liable for fragile items, jewellery, watches, money, cash, computers and other electronic appliances, mobile ‘phones, or any other valuable items that the Traveller has not declared as valuables, and entrusted for custody on board with a descriptive inventory and an estimate, and for which they have not paid the corresponding proportional custody fees. 7.24 Travellers shall be liable under civil and criminal law for any direct or indirect damage that they cause to the Organiser of the Cruise, the Carrier, and/or CDP, and to the other Travellers or third parties. They shall be solely liable for any fine or penalty inflicted by the relevant authorities on their account. 7.25 Travellers shall agree to allow the Organiser of the Cruise, the Carrier, the officers of the crew and/ or CDP, together with the customs, health and/or administrative authorities in port of call countries or the State where the ship is registered free access to their stateroom, luggage, and personal effects on request and without delay. 7.26 The Organiser of the Cruise, the Carrier, and/or CDP shall not be liable for the damage caused to photographic, telephone, and electronic equipment and cameras that are lost or damaged during the performance of the Services, whether on board the ship or in ancillary facilities, or during embarkation and disembarkation operations, or for any damage caused to items that have fallen into the water. • Pets 7.27 Pets, including service or medical assistance animals are prohibited on board the ships, and are not admitted for embarkation. • Smoking policies 7.28 The ships are non-smoking except for the specifically designated areas on the outside decks (the policy also applies to electronic cigarettes). 8. Air carriage 8.1 The full Airline Tickets shall be presented in the form of electronic tickets. The surnames and given names must strictly be those indicated on the Traveller's valid passport. Any error or request for alteration shall result in the purchase of a new Airline Ticket. 8.2 In accordance with French Decree No. 2007-669 of 2 May 2007 regarding the obligation to inform Travellers of the identity of the Airline Carrier, CDP shall inform Travellers of the identity of the known Airline Carrier(s) likely to provide air transportation as at the date when they register. In the event of a change subsequent to the signing of the Contract, CDP undertakes to disclose any changes in the identity of the Airline Carrier(s) prior to departure as soon as it becomes aware of them. 8.3 Airline companies may enter into so-called mutual code-sharing agreements, which consist in marketing a flight under their own name even though it may be operated by an aircraft belonging to another airline. 8.4 The term “direct flight” means that there shall be no change of aircraft, but does not exclude the possibility of one or several stop-overs. The term “non-stop direct flight” means a flight with no change of aircraft and no stop-overs. 8.5 The timetables and types of transport mentioned by CDP shall be those disclosed by the Airline Carriers. They shall therefore be indicative up until the time of departure, and subject to alterations for all kinds of reasons (additional stop-overs, weather conditions, air traffic control authorisations, and strikes, etc.). In accordance with the Warsaw and Montréal Conventions, the timetables and itineraries, and the departure and destination airports shall never be a contractual feature of the Transportation Ticket; under these conditions, CDP cannot be held liable for any changes beyond its control. 8.6 CDP cannot be held responsible for any technical, climate-related or political incident, delay, cancellation or strike, additional stop-over, or change of aircraft or routing, etc that may arise during the air transportation, and no compensation may result on any grounds whatsoever. If a Traveller wishes to waive their right to benefit from a Service, they shall be liable for the cancellation fees set out below. 8.7 The Airline Carrier's responsibility shall be limited in the event of damage, complaints, or claims of any kind, in accordance with the conditions set out on the Airline Tickets. CDP shall not refund any expenses (taxis, meals and hotels, etc.) if the Traveller is under the responsibility of the Airline Carrier. The consequences of any accidents and/or incidents that may arise during the performance of the air transportation shall be governed by the Warsaw and Montréal Conventions, and by the local regulations governing domestic transport systems in the country concerned. 8.8 Depending on the Airline Carrier, the usual baggage allowance on regular international flights (excluding the benefits granted to members of loyalty programmes) is strictly limited to a maximum of 23 kg in the hold and 8 kg in the stateroom per Traveller. On regular domestic flights, the allowance usually ranges between a maximum of 15 and 20 kg in the hold. On charter flights operated by CDP, the maximum hold luggage allowance is 23 kg (subject to confirmation by the selected Airline Carrier) and 5 kg for each item of luggage in the stateroom. Travellers are advised to pay close attention to this restriction. Airline Carriers do not hesitate to charge additional fees for excess baggage, and sometimes refuse to check luggage that is too heavy or too bulky due to strict security rules. The liability of CDP and of the Airline Carrier cannot be engaged in the event of refusal to check in a Traveller due to the fact that their luggage exceeds the allowance. 9. Transfer of the Contract 9.1 A Traveller may transfer their Contract to a third party who fulfils the same conditions as them for the performance of all the Services, as long as those Services have not begun, in accordance with Article R. 211-7 of the French Tourism Code, and only where this Code applies to CDP. 9.2 The transferor and/or the transferee shall be required to pay the resulting fees. They must inform CDP of this decision by any means that enables them to obtain an acknowledgement of receipt (registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt, e-mail, or fax, etc.) within 60 business days at the latest prior to the beginning of the Services. 9.3 In the event that a Traveller transfers their Contract without informing CDP in accordance with the procedures provided for above, this transfer shall not be valid, and the Services provided for in the Contract shall be cancelled with no possible refund. 10. Cancellation or alteration of the Contract by the Traveller 10.1 Pursuant to Article L. 121-21 of the French Consumer Code, Travellers are informed of the fact that they do not benefit from the right of withdrawal provided for in Article L. 121-17 of said Code. 10.2 Travellers cannot alter the Services provided for in the Contract without CDP's prior agreement. 10.3 If a Traveller alters or cancels a portion or all of the Services provided for in the Contract, shall need to inform CDP via any means that enables them to obtain an acknowledgement of receipt (fax, email, or registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt) as soon as the event resulting in this alteration or cancellation occurs. The date on which the document was sent shall be the date on which the alteration and/or cancellation fees are invoiced. Requests to alter a cruise shall only be accepted subject to Compagnie du Ponant being informed within a timeframe of at least 90 days before the departure of the cruise, via the means set out above. This timeframe shall be increased to 150 days for Expedition Cruise programmes. Beyond that deadline, alteration requests shall be considered as cancellation requests, and shall therefore be managed according to Paragraph 10.5, which governs cancellation fees.
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The alteration terms and conditions exclusively involve the option for the traveller to replace a port-toport cruise with another port-to-port cruise with Compagnie du Ponant. 10.4 Alteration fees: In the event of an alteration involving a higher-value travel package, and subject to compliance with the terms and conditions set out in Points 10.4.a to 10.4.d, no alteration fee shall be applied to the cruise service, or to the other services, (e.g. air travel). The rebooking fees shall amount to the expenses already incurred by Compagnie du Ponant: • 10.4. a: The passenger may alter their cruise subject to replacing it with a more expensive cruise than the one that is being replaced; • 10.4. b: The departure date of the cruise booked as a replacement must fall within a maximum timeframe of 12 months as from the date when the alteration request was made; • 10.4.c: The reservation and payment of the deposit for the replacement cruise must be made at the same time as the alteration request; • 10.4. d: The replacement cruise selected shall become non-exchangeable and non-refundable from that point; the passenger may only cancel it. In the event that the Contract is switched to a Service of a lower value than the initial value, alteration fees shall apply, and shall be equal to those in the cancellation terms and conditions set out in Article 10.5 below. The fee percentage shall then apply to the difference between the price of the initial Service and/or of the new Service. Specific terms and conditions for an alteration request from Ponant Yacht Club High Admirals In the event of the 1st alteration of a tourism package: no fees shall be applied to the cruise service, as long as the request is made within a timeframe of at least 90 days before the departure of the cruise. This timeframe shall be extended to 150 days for Expedition Cruise programmes. New departure within 12 months after the date of departure initially scheduled. Only one alteration without penalty charges per calendar year and per person entitled to Grand Admiral status, regardless of the cruise. Any alteration request aside from the alteration of the 1st cruise shall be subject to the general sales condition applicable by default. In the case of other services (e.g. air travel), the alteration fees shall amount to the expenses already incurred by Compagnie du Ponant: 10.5 Cancellation fees: For the Expedition Cruises: • From the registration confirmation date up to 91 days prior to the departure of the Cruise: 25% of the total amount of the Services; • Between 90 days and 76 days before the departure of the Cruise: 50% of the total amount of the Services; • Between 75 days and 61 days prior to the departure of the Cruise: 75 % of the total amount of the Services; • Less than 61 days prior to the departure of the Cruise: 100 % of the total amount of the Services. For other cruise programmes: • From the registration confirmation date up to 91 days prior to departure: 10% of the total amount of the Services; • Between 90 days and 61 days before the departure of the Cruise: 25% of the total amount of the Services; • Between 60 days and 46 days prior to the departure of the Cruise: 50 % of the total amount of the Services; • Between 45 days and 31 days prior to the departure of the Cruise: 75% of the total amount of the Services; • Less than 30 days prior to the departure of the Cruise: 100 % of the total amount of the Services. For the other Services: No refund shall be granted for any cancellation or waiver of an airline or ground Service included in the contract, or of any service that forms part of the Cruise, for any reason whatsoever. 10.6 In the event that a Traveller is prevented from taking the Cruise by a force majeure event, or due to their death, the Contract shall be terminated via the notice provided by the Traveller or their beneficiaries prior to the execution of the Contract. One quarter of the price of the Contract shall then be payable to CDP. The same conditions shall apply to the family members of a Traveller who was prevented from taking the Cruise by a force majeure event or who has died, and who were meant to be travelling with them. 10.7 A Traveller who does not present themselves at the departure of a Service, or who finds themselves unable to depart, or decides not to depart for any reason whatsoever, including due to a connection delay, cannot claim any refund. 10.8 Once the Services have begun, the Traveller shall be required to pay the full price of the Contract, regardless of the reason that may lead them to decide to waive it. 11. Cancellation, interruption, or alteration of the Contract by CDP 11.1 The arrival and departure times are provided for information purposes and are not definitive. In its capacity as the Organiser of the Cruise, and/or the Carrier, and/or the Vendor of a Package, CDP cannot guarantee that the times will fit in with (air plane and train, etc.) connection timetables. 11.2 CDP may assign travellers different staterooms than those initially provided for. 11.3 CDP reserves the right to interrupt a Cruise or to change its itinerary for any reason that it shall consider valid; in this case, CDP cannot be held liable for any loss or harm. 11.4 Specifically in the event of adverse weather conditions, or due to the political or social situation in a port of call country, or due to any other event that may endanger the safety of the Travellers, property, or the ship, or in the event of orders imposed by public authorities, the Organiser of the Cruise, and/or the Carrier, and/or CDP shall have the option to change the itinerary or the ports of call or destination, to delay the trip or to end it, to divert the ship, to tow another ship or to be towed, to transfer the Travellers and their luggage to any other means of transport, even if such transfer results in extending or shortening the length of the programme. 11.5 The ship may provide assistance to any person or property at sea under all circumstances, and cannot be held liable for the consequences of a change to the Cruise programme for that reason. 11.6 Where CDP is required to alter the Cruise after the Travellers have embarked for reasons beyond its control, the Travellers cannot claim any compensation other than the refund of the Services that were not provided and not replaced, or of the unused portion of the Tickets less any expenses incurred, from either CDP, the Carrier, or the Organiser of the Cruise. Conversely, CDP may ask the Travellers to pay a price supplement corresponding to the additional services provided to the Travellers due to an extension of the trip. 11.7 In the case of external events beyond the control of the Organiser of the Cruise, and/or the Carrier, and/or CDP, or for any reason relating to the safety of the Travellers, or of the ship, or due to an insufficient number of participants, CDP may cancel the Cruise, and must inform the Travellers and/or the Organiser of the Cruise, where applicable, by registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt, or via e-mail, or via a press release. 11.8 CDP's Cruises and other Services are subject to a minimum number of participants. 11.8.1 CDP reserves the right to cancel a Cruise up to 21 days prior to departure if the minimum number of Travellers registered is less than or equal to 50% of the ship's “passenger capacity” (200 Passengers for the Expedition Cruise programmes, 244 passengers for the other Cruises on board the Austral, Boréal, Lyrial and Soléal, 172 passengers on board Le Lapérouse, Le Champlain, Le Bougainville and Le Dumont d'Urville and 55 passengers for the Le Ponant Yacht). 11.8.2 CDP reserves the right to cancel any other service other than the Cruise if the number of Passengers is less than 20 participants (unless specified otherwise). 11.9 Where CDP is the Organiser of the Cruise, and regardless of the reason for the cancellation, no compensation shall be payable to the Traveller, who shall have a choice between the following solutions: (i) The full refund of the price of the Contract, (ii) another Service at an identical price, (iii) a Service at a lower price, and the refund of the difference in price between the two Services on the basis of the published prices. Travellers must inform CDP of their choice as soon as possible, and in any event prior to the cut-off date mentioned in the cancellation documents. 11.10 The means of transport that are the subject of the Services shall be reserved by CDP in accordance with the terms and conditions of each operator who provides these services. CDP reserves the right to substitute one means of transport for another, or one hotel for another in the same category. In the second case, if the hotel is in a lower category, the excess amount paid shall be
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refunded to the Travellers. 11.11 All the Services shall be offered within the limit of the places available. If there is no more room in the category proposed, CDP may offer additional places in exchange for a price supplement, depending on availability. 12. Liability 12.1 Where it acts in the capacity of a Sea Carrier, CDP shall be liable for any harm caused to Travellers in accordance with the provisions and compensation limits provided for in the following legislation, depending on their respective scopes of application, namely Articles L. 5421-1 to 5421-8 of the French Transport Code, and (EC) Regulation 392/2009 issued by the European Parliament and Council on 23 April 2009. Where this Regulation is applicable, the compensation limits assigned to the Carrier in the event of death or bodily harm amount to 400,000 drawing rights per Traveller and per event. 12.2 Where it acts in the capacity of a Sea Carrier, CDP shall be liable for any damage caused to luggage in accordance with the provisions and compensation limits provided for in the following legislation, depending on their respective scopes of application, namely Articles L. 5421-9 to 542112 of the French Transport Code, Decree No. 67-268 of 23 March 1967, as amended by Decree No. 86-1065 24 September 1986, and (EC) Regulation 392/2009 issued by the European Parliament and Council on 23 April 2009. Where this Regulation is applicable, the compensation limits assigned to the Carrier in the event of loss of or damage to luggage shall be 2,250 special drawing rights for each passenger and trip, while an excess of 149 special drawing rights per Traveller shall be applied in any event. Where (EC) Regulation 392/2009 does not apply, the maximum compensation for loss of or damage to luggage payable by the Carrier shall be €1,520 per Traveller and per trip. 12.3 In any event, where it acts in the capacity of a Sea Carrier, CDP shall benefit from the compensation limits included in the London International Convention of 19 November 1976, as amended by the 1996 Protocol; these limits shall prevail over any other limits determined by legislation where the application is not mandatory. 12.4 Where it operates as the Organiser of the Cruise, CDP shall be liable for any bodily harm or damage to property that occurs on board the ship or in its ancillary facilities or vessels during embarkation or disembarkation, or that occurs during carriage at sea within the same limits and under the same conditions as the Carrier. Where this damage or injury occurs outside such circumstances, but between the beginning and the end of the cruise, the compensation potentially payable to the Traveller by the Organiser of the Cruise and/or CDP shall be capped at 50% of the price of the Cruise. 12.5 Where it is involved in the capacity of the vendor of a fixed-price travel package within the meaning of the French Tourism Code, CDP shall be responsible for any harm or damage caused to Travellers or their luggage within the limits and conditions specified in Article L. 211-16 of said Code. CDP’s liability may specifically not be engaged in relation to the consequences of the following events: a) Loss or theft of the Tickets, failure to present the correct documents, or presentation of identity or health documents that are out of date or where the validity period is insufficient (identity card, passport, visas, and vaccination certificates, etc.), or that do not comply with the instructions mentioned in the documents delivered to the Traveller; b) unforeseeable and unavoidable incidents or events that affect a third party to the travel contract (force majeure events). Where a cancellation is required by circumstances that have the nature of a force majeure event and/or for reasons relating to the security of Travellers, and/or as the result of an injunction issued by a French or foreign administrative authority. 12.6 CDP’s liability in its capacity as the Organiser of the Cruise, and/or the Carrier, and/or the Vendor of a Package shall be expressly excluded in the case of non-pecuniary losses, loss of enjoyment and so-called punitive and or similar damages. 12.7 Where a Traveller is not allowed to embark on the ship – including after of during a port call – under the conditions mentioned in Articles 6, neither CDP, in its capacity as Organiser of the Cruise, and/or the Carrier, and/or the Vendor of a Package, nor the Captain of the ship, nor the crew shall be held liable on any grounds whatsoever. 12.8 CDP shall not be held liable for bodily harm, or damage to property or non-physical damage caused by wars, blockades, riots, strikes, social conflicts, acts of piracy or terrorism, epidemics or periods of quarantine, natural disasters and catastrophes, nuclear fusion, fission, pollution or explosion or its consequences, the closure of the port of departure, of call, or destination, the impounding, requisition, or seizure of the ship for whatever reason, the use of the ship for special Government purposes, or due simply to the threat of the above events. Moreover, it shall not be held liable for any harm caused by the Traveller's deliberate involvement in an affray or in a hazardous activity or action that was not rendered necessary in order to safeguard human life. 12.9 CDP shall not be held liable under any circumstances for any damage caused by the interruption and/or the alteration of the trip as the result of a force majeure event, including, wars, blockades, riots, strikes, social conflicts, acts of piracy or terrorism, epidemics or periods of quarantine, natural disasters and catastrophes, nuclear fusion, fission, pollution or explosion or its consequences, the closure of the port of departure, of call, or destination, the impounding, requisition, or seizure of the ship for whatever reason, the use of the ship for special Government purposes, or due simply to the threat of the above events. 12.10 In the event that CDP is responsible for transporting luggage during a period prior or subsequent to the disembarkation of the ship in its capacity as the Organiser of the Cruise, and/or the Carrier, and/ or the Vendor of a Package, it shall act as a representative on the Traveller's behalf, and its liability shall not replace the liability of the carriers who are effectively responsible for transporting the luggage. 12.11 Luggage that is not claimed at the time when the ship or any other means of transport arrives shall remain at the port at the Travellers' expense and at their own risk. 12.12 Any delay in delivering the luggage that inconveniences the Traveller may only give rise to the payment of a compensation amount that cannot exceed 20% of the amount that would be payable in the event of the loss of the luggage stowed in the hold under the terms of Article 12.2. CDP reserves a period of 3 (three) months to look for lost luggage. 12.13 Unless a specific written contractual agreement is in place, ground or air transport, Transfers, water sports and scuba diving from the deck, services included in the Pre-and Post-Cruise Services, Excursions and/or Extensions, excursions on land, including, where applicable, the booking of hotels and restaurants and guided tours when booked from the ship with CDP and invoiced by the latter, are supplied by independent service providers who are neither representatives nor employees of the Organiser of the Cruise, the Carrier, the Vendor of the Package, and/or CDP. Travellers shall use these services at their own risk, and CDP shall only be involved as an intermediary, in its capacity as the Organiser of the Cruise, the Carrier, and/or the Vendor of the Package, and shall not assume or engage any liability for the services, regardless of whether such liability involves bodily harm or damage to property, cancellation, delay or a change of programme. 12.14 Any Traveller who takes part in outside activities as part of the Expedition Cruises agrees to take part in them in good faith and solely at their own risk. In this case, participation engages the liability of each participant, in terms of their physical fitness, their safety, their behaviour, and their comfort. Travellers' attendance at the information briefings provided on board is mandatory. The liability of CDP, its Managing Directors, Directors, officers, crew members, and expedition team members, and the activity leaders cannot be engaged in the event of loss or damage suffered while taking part in outside activities offered during Expedition Cruises under any circumstances. 13. Price reviews 13.1 The prices proposed by CDP are established in accordance with the economic conditions on the day when they are published. These economic conditions include, inter alia, the cost of transportation and fuel, the royalties and taxes relating to the services proposed (entry and/or exit duties in the countries visited, airport or port taxes, embarkation or disembarkation taxes, visa fees, and the cost of admission to tourist attractions), and the exchange rates used when setting the price of the programmes. CDP expressly reserves the right to review its prices. Any change in the cost of transportation and fuel, in taxes, royalties, in the euro and US dollar exchange rates, or special drawing rights and visa fees shall be fully reflected in the price of the trips, including travel agents' commissions, where applicable. Where the French Tourism Code applies, CDP also has the option to lower the Price pursuant to Article L. 211-12 of said Code, on the understanding that, in this case, no pricing review may occur less than 30 business days prior to the scheduled departure date. 13.2 Where the French Tourism Code applies, Travellers shall be informed of any increase in the Price via registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt – or via any other means as long as it enables the effective receipt of the correspondence to be proved – on the basis of a notice period of (30 )
days prior to the departure date. When they receive this notice, the Passenger and/or the purchaser of the Ticket(s) may cancel their contract and receive an immediate refund of the amount paid by informing the Vendor in writing within a period of 7 (seven) days following receipt of the notice of the price increase. Any daily surcharge (S) in the case of cruise services only shall be calculated as follows: ( change in the price of fuel* X daily consumption**) S= Capacity of the ship*** (*): MGO FOB Rotterdam 0.1% in US$ (**): the Austral, the Boréal, the Soléal and the Lyrial: 20 tonnes; Le Ponant: 5.5 tonnes; Le Lapérouse, Le Champlain, Le Bougainville and Le Dumont d'Urville : 10 tonnes (***): the Austral, the Boréal, the Soléal and the Lyrial: 200 for Expedition Cruises and 244 for the other programmes; Le Ponant: 55; Le Lapérouse and Le Champlain: 172. 14. Travel Insurance 14.1 The sale of the Services by CDP does not include any kind of insurance. 14.2 CDP offers optional insurance that covers Travellers against the risks of cancellation, and in the event of assistance, repatriation, damage to and loss of their luggage, and medical expenses. These optional insurance policies must be subscribed at the time when the Contract is Signed. 15. After-sales 15.1 Any comment or claim relating to a trip or stay must be sent by registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt, clearly specifying the alleged incident and loss, to either Compagnie du Ponant – 408 avenue du Prado 13008 Marseille, if the Traveller signed their Contract directly with CDP, or to the travel agency that sold them the Services, within a period of one month following the date of their return, subject to the statute of limitations. CDP encourages passengers to fill in the satisfaction questionnaires delivered on board the ship at the end of the Cruise. 15.2 Once they have contacted the After-Sales Departments mentioned in Article 14.1, and failing a satisfactory reply within a period of 60 days, the Traveller may contact the French Tourism and Travel Mediator, whose details and contact methods are available on the following website: www.mtv.travel. 15.3 Any proceedings initiated by the Traveller against CDP in its capacity as the Organiser of the Cruise, and/or the Carrier must be initiated within a period of 1 (one) year for damage to property and of 2 (two) years for bodily harm, subject to the statute of limitations as from the date when the Traveller disembarked or should have disembarked. 15.4 The statute of limitations for any proceedings against CDP in its capacity as the vendor of a Package shall expire within the timeframe specified by Articles 2224 and 2226 of the French Civil Code. 16. Applicable law & Jurisdiction 16.1 This Contract is governed by French law. 16.2 Only the courts in the area of the Marseille District Court, France, have jurisdiction to hear any proceedings initiated against CDP, its employees, subsidiaries, or sub-contractors, even in the event that third parties are involved. 17. Excerpt from the French Tourism Code: The information contained in CDP's hard-copy brochures and on the company's website is the prior information provided to the Traveller and provided for by Article L. 211-9 of the French Tourism Code. However, in accordance with Article R. 211-5 of the French Tourism Code, Compagnie du Ponant expressly reserves the right to alter certain items prior to the signing of the Contract. Excerpt from the French Tourism Code determining the conditions for performance of the activities relating to the organisation and sale of trips or stays: Article R. 211-3: Subject to the exclusions provided for in the third and fourth sub-paragraphs of Article L. 211-7, any offer and sale of travel or accommodation services shall give rise to the delivery of appropriate documents that comply with the rules determined in this section. In the event of the sale of airline travel tickets or tickets for travel on a regular shipping line, which does not include services relating to this transportation, the vendors shall deliver one or several passenger tickets for the entire trip to the purchaser, issued by the carrier or under their responsibility. In the event of on-request transportation, the name and the address of the carrier on behalf of whom the tickets are issued must be mentioned. The separate invoicing of the various components of the same travel package shall not release the vendor from the obligations incumbent on them as a result of the regulatory provisions in this section. Article R. 211-3-1: The exchange of pre-contractual information on the availability of contractual terms shall be in writing. This process may take place via e-mail under the validity and performance conditions provided for in Articles 1369-1 to 1369-11 of the French Civil Code. The vendor's name or company name and their address shall be mentioned, together with the number relating to their registration on the register provided for under Sub-Paragraph a) of Article L. 141-3, or, where applicable, their name, address and a number relating to their registration with the association or union mentioned in the second sub-paragraph of Article R. 211-2. Article R. 211-4: The vendor or must disclose information on the price, dates, and the other components of the services provided at the time of the trip or the stay to the consumer prior to the signing of the contract; this information shall include: 1) The destination, the means, the characteristic features, and the categories of transport used; 2) The accommodation type, its location, its level of comfort and its main characteristic features, its accreditation and its tourism classification in accordance with the regulations or practices of the host country; 3) The catering services provided; 4) A description of the itinerary where a tour is involved; 5) The administrative and health formalities to be performed by French nationals or by nationals of another EU Member State, or of a State that is party to the European Economic Area Agreement, specifically in the event that the crossing of borders is involved, together with the timeframe for performing those formalities; 6) The tours, excursions, and other services included in the fixed-price, or that may be available in exchange for a price supplement; 7) The minimum or maximum size of the group that will enable the trip or stay to go ahead, as well as the cut-off date for informing the consumer in the event that the trip or stay is cancelled, if the trip or stay going ahead is dependent on a minimum number of participants; that date cannot be set at less than twenty-one days prior to the departure date; 8) The amount or the percentage of the price payable as an advance on signing of the contract, as well as the timetable for payment of the balance; 9) The terms and conditions for price reviews, as provided for by the contract, pursuant to Article R. 211-8; 10) The contractual cancellation terms and conditions; 11) The cancellation terms and conditions set out in Articles R. 211-9, R. 211-10, and R.-211-8; 12) The information relating to optional subscription to an insurance policy covering the consequences of certain cancellation events, or to an assistance policy covering certain specific risks, including repatriation expenses in the event of an accident or illness; 13) Where the contract includes air transport services, the information for each leg of the flight, as provided for in Articles R. 211-15 to R. 211-18. Article R. 211-5: The prior information provided to the consumer shall commit the vendor, unless the vendor specifically has the right to alter certain aspects of that information. In that case, the vendor must clearly specify the extent of that alteration, and which aspects it covers. In any event, any alterations made to the prior information must be disclosed to the consumer prior to the signing of the contract. Article R. 211-6: The contract entered into by the vendor and the purchaser must be in writing, and drawn up in two copies, one of which shall be given to the purchaser, and signed by both parties. Where the contract is entered into via electronic means, Articles 1369-1 to 1369-11 of the French Civil Code shall apply. The contract must include the following clauses: 1) the name and address of the vendor, their guarantor and their insurance company, together with the name and address of the organiser; 2) the trip destination or destinations, and the various periods and their dates in the event of a segmented trip;
3) the means of transport used, and their characteristic features and categories, and the departure and return dates and locations; 4) the accommodation type, its location, comfort level and main characteristic features, and its tourism classification pursuant to the regulations or practices of the host country; 5) the catering services provided; 6) the itinerary where a tour is involved; 7) the tours, excursions or other services included in the total price of the trip or stay; 8) the total price of the services invoiced, together with an indication of any potential review of that invoice pursuant to the provisions of Article R. 211-8; 9) an indication, where necessary, of the royalties or taxes relating to certain services such as landing disembarkation or embarkation taxes at ports and airports, and hotel taxes when they are not included in the price of the service or services provided; 10) the timetable and procedures for payment of the price; the final payment made by the purchaser cannot be less than 30% of the price of the trip or stay, and must be made at the time when the documents enabling the trip or stay to take place are delivered; 11) the special terms and conditions requested by the purchaser and accepted by the vendor; 12) the procedures according to which the purchaser may lodge a claim against the vendor on the grounds of their failure to execute, or their poor execution of the contract; this claim must be made as soon as possible, via any means that enables an acknowledgement of receipt by the vendor to be obtained (fax, e-mail, or registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt), and, where applicable, mentioned in writing to the organiser of the trip and to the service provider concerned; 13) the cut-off date for informing the purchaser in the event that the trip or stay is cancelled by the vendor if the trip or stay going ahead is dependent on a minimum number of participants, in accordance with the provisions of Sub-Paragraph 7) of Article R. 211-4; 14) the contractual cancellation terms and conditions; 15) the cancellation conditions provided for in Articles R. 211-9, R. 211-10, and R. 211-11; 16) further information regarding the risks covered, and the amount of the cover provided by the insurance policy covering the consequences of the vendor's professional third-party liability; 17) information regarding the insurance policy covering the consequences of certain cancellation cases subscribed by the purchaser (policy number and name of the insurance company), together with the information regarding the assistance policy covering certain specific risks, including repatriation expenses in the event of an accident or illness; in this case, the vendor must give the purchaser a document specifying the risks covered and the risks excluded, at the very least; 18) the cut-off date for informing the vendor in the event that the purchaser transfers the contract; 19) an undertaking to provide the following information to the purchaser, at least 10 days prior to their scheduled departure date: a) the name, address, and telephone number of the vendor's local representative, or else, the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of local organisations likely to assist the consumer in the event of a problem, or else the telephone number enabling emergency contact to be made with the vendor; b) in the event of trips and stays abroad involving minors, a telephone number and an address that enables direct contract with the child or the person in situ responsible for their stay to be established; 20) the clause governing the cancellation and refund, free of charge, of the amounts paid by the purchaser in the event of non-compliance with the information obligation provided for in SubParagraph 13) of Article R. 211-4; 21) the undertaking to inform the purchaser of the departure and arrival times in good time prior to the beginning of the trip or the state. Article R. 211-7: The purchaser may transfer their contract for the trip or stay to a transferee who meets the same conditions as them, as long as the contract has not taken effect. Unless the transferor benefits from a more favourable clause, they are required to inform the vendor of their decision via any means that enables an acknowledgement of receipt to be obtained (fax, e-mail, or registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt) at least seven days prior to the beginning of the trip. This deadline shall be extended to 15 days where it involves a cruise. This transfer shall not be subject to prior authorisation by the vendor under any circumstances. Article R. 211-8: Where the contract includes an express price review option, within the limits provided for in Article L. 211-12, it must mention the specific calculation procedures for the price changes, in the case of both increases and decreases, and specifically the amount of the transportation expenses and related taxes, the currency or currencies that may have an impact on the price of the trip or the stay, the portion of the price to which the change applies, and the exchange rate for the currency or currencies used as a benchmark when determining the price shown in the contract. Article R. 211-9: Where the vendor finds themselves required to alter one of the key aspects of the contract prior to the purchaser's departure, such as by significantly increasing the price, and where they ignore the information obligation mentioned in Sub-Paragraph 13) of Article R. 211-4, the purchaser may take the following measures, without prejudice to any appeals for compensation for the loss that they may suffer, and once they have been informed by the vendor via any means that enables an acknowledgement of receipt to be obtained (fax, e-mail, or registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt, etc.): – either cancel the contract and obtain immediate repayment of the amounts paid with no penalty; – or accept the change or the substitute trip proposed by the vendor; in that case, an amendment to the contract specifying the alterations made shall then be signed by the parties; any price decrease shall be deducted from the amounts that may remain payable by the purchaser, and if the payment already made by the latter exceeds the price of the altered service, the excess amount must be returned to them prior to their departure date. Article R. 211-10: In the event provided for in Article L. 211-14, where the vendor cancels the trip or the stay prior to the purchaser's departure, they must inform the purchaser via any means that enables an acknowledgement of receipt to be obtained (fax, e-mail, or registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt, etc.); the purchaser shall then obtain immediate repayment of the amounts paid from the vendor without any penalty, without prejudice to any claims for compensation for any loss that they may have suffered; in this case, the purchaser shall receive a compensation amount that is at least equal to the penalty that they would have paid if they had been responsible for the cancellation on this date. The provisions of this article shall not prevent the reaching of an amicable agreement with a view to the purchaser accepting a replacement trip or stay offered by the vendor under any circumstances. Article R. 211-11: Where the vendor finds themselves unable to provide a major portion of the services provided for in the agreement, and which account for a significant percentage of the price paid by the purchaser after the latter's departure, the vendor must immediately take the following measures, without prejudice to the claims for compensation for any losses that may have been suffered: – either offer services as a replacement for the services provided for, and potentially bear any additional cost, and, if the services accepted by the purchaser are of a lower quality, the vendor must refund the price difference to them as soon as they return; – or, if they cannot offer any replacement service, or if that service is refused by the purchaser on valid grounds, provide the purchaser with transportation tickets enabling them to return to their place of departure under conditions that may be considered as equivalent, or to another place agreed by both parties, at no additional cost. The provisions of this article shall apply in the event of non-compliance with the obligation provided for in Sub-Paragraph 13) of Article R. 211-4. Article R. 211-12: The provisions of Articles R. 211-3 to R. 211-11 must be included in the brochures and the travel contracts offered by the persons mentioned in Article L. 211-1. Article R. 211-13: The purchaser can no longer claim the benefit of the clause provided for under Sub-Paragraph 20 of Article R. 211-61 once the service has been provided.
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Particular Terms and Conditions of Sale 1 - The rates of our cruises are per person and include the following: • All meals while on board the ship (from dinner on the day of embarkation to breakfast on the day of disembarkation) • Captain’s welcome cocktail and gala dinner • “Open Bar” (pouring wines, house champagne, alcohol except premium brands…list available upon request) • Evening entertainment and events • Room service 24h (special selection) • Highly qualified bilingual French/English expedition team on all cruises identified by “Expedition” logo • English speaking lecturer on selected sailings identified by “lecturer on board” logo • English speaking golf escort on selected sailings identified by “golf cruise” logo • English speaking dive master on selected sailings identified by “diver on board” logo • Water sports activities (except scuba diving) using the ship’s equipment, when permitted by local authorities and confirmed by ship Master according to safety and sea conditions onsite • Park entry fees into protected areas • Complimentary boot rental (except for guarantee deposit) • Complimentary polar parka for you to keep (no children sizes available) • Gratuities to onboard crew, local guides and drivers
3.1 - Services included in “Cruise, flights and Transfers packages”: Packages “Cruise, Flights and Transfers” include ground services before and/or after the cruise as described in documents available 12 months prior departure of each cruise and available on www. ponant.com. However, the complete details will only be made available once the flight times have been confirmed (approximately 3 months prior to departure). 3.2 - Ground activities included during expedition cruises itself: By choosing an expedition cruise, passengers agree to follow the rules of good conduct presented by the expedition team during the cruise. We remind you that being properly equipped is essential (clothing, sunglasses, etc.) and we recommend bringing binoculars to enable you to observe the wildlife comfortably and respectfully during your excursions and shore visits.
3.3 - Pre and post-cruise programmes and pre bookable tours Pre and Post-cruise programmes (as detailed on www.ponant.com), pre bookable tours and shore excursions are performed by independent suppliers who are not employees of Compagnie du Ponant. In this respect, Compagnie du Ponant acts only as an agent and shall not be held liable for said services or for the acts or omissions of sub-contractors or other contractors. The passenger agrees that Compagnie du Ponant acts as agent and/or trustee for any person including ground and maritime agents and 1.1 - Our “Cruise, Flights and Transfers” programme rates are per person and also include subcontractors, who provide any service forming, or in connection with, any part of the cruise. Hotel accommodations are based on 4 and 5-star rated hotels. Official check-in time is 4pm, check-out following flights *: • Cruise packages Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen; Kangerlussuaq-Kangerlussuaq; Lonyearbyen- time is 11am unless early check-in or late check-out supplement are paid. Programmes marked with “Escorted” logo benefit from a PONANT escort, (accompaniment by a Kangerlussuaq; Tromso-Lonyearbyen roundtrip flight from/to Paris on European airline. • Cruise package Reykjavik-Kangerlussuaq; Reykjavik-Lonyearbyen; Dublin-Tromso: one-way PONANT tour leader is subject to a minimum of 20 participants per programme). return flight to Paris on European airline • Cruise package Kangerlussuaq-Nome, outbound flight Paris to Kangerlussuaq, return flight Nome Travellers are advised to check all the information with the authorities concerned prior to the departure to Seattle date. CDP advises Travellers to consult the country factsheets relating to the chosen destinations. CDP • Cruise package Nome-Seward, outbound flight Seattle to Nome, from Seward bus transfer to specifically draws Travellers' attention to the fact that the information provided may change up until Anchorage followed by flight Anchorage to Seattle the departure date, and they are advised to consult that information up until the time of departure. • Cruise package Nome-Vancouver: outbound flight Seattle-Nome CDP invites Travellers to adjust their behaviour to the visited country, to exercise vigilance and to avoid • Cruise package Petropavlovsk-Juneau: outbound flight Seoul-Petropavlovsk and return flight carrying valuable objects during their travel. Juneau-Seattle • Cruise package Seward-Vancouver: outbound flight Seattle-Anchorage followed by a bus transfer to 3.4 - Shore excursions Seward Unless otherwise noted, shore excursions are sold and charged on board and are ruled by general conditions that apply to the contract signed with the local tour operator and the relevant national Meet and Greet by our representatives at the destination airport, transfers to and/or from the ship and regulations. The passenger agrees that CDP acts as agent and/or trustee for any person including ground other services before and after the cruise according to detailed programmes available upon request 12 and maritime agents and subcontractors, who provide any service in connection with any part of the months prior departure. cruise. * Those flights are being studied and are subject to change until the flight plan is confirmed and this up Excursions can involve activities that may not suit persons with disabilities. Prices are only given as an to 3 months prior to each cruise. All flights indicated and included in the cruise package are in economy indication and may change. Before departure, you will receive a tour programme detailing the excursions on offer with the latest rates. Five months before cruise departure, shore excursions can also be viewed class. on www.ponant.com. Shore excursions are currently only bookable onboard. In the event of an In case of the Traveller’s opposition, prior to the Signing of the Contract, to the Flights & Transfers Service excursion being cancelled due to a technical reason, shortage of participants or a case of force majeure, included in the Fixed-rate Package, a penalty fee of 30% of the Service amount excluding taxes will be the client will not be charged and will not be eligible for any compensation. Please note that you will not be reimbursed for excursions if you cancel after registration. Any meals offered during excursions are charged to the Traveller. simple and should not be compared to the standards on board the ship. 1.2 - Our “Cruise and Transfers*” programme rates are per person and also include: Following transfers*: 3.4.1 - Cruises with Complimentary Shore Excursions: • Broome*-Darwin: group transfer from the airport to the town centre to enjoy time at leisure, transfer If your selected cruise mentions “complimentary shore excursions”, one excursion per day, per port of call to the port in time for embarkation and per person is free from the selection of free tours. Other shore excursions might be available for sale; • Darwin-Broome*: Group transfer from the port to your hotel or the airport. For guests who have an you will find the price in your cruise documents. afternoon flight, enjoy time at leisure in the town centre before your transfer to the airport. The complimentary shore excursions are non-changeable, nor exchangeable with the shore excursions or overlands which are available for sale, they are also non-refundable. The shore excursion credit 2 - Our cruise rates do not include: associated to the loyalty programme does not apply on cruises with complimentary shore excursions. • Any ground services before and/or after the cruise other than the ones mentioned in each “Cruise, In case you decide not to participate on those complimentary shore excursions, we kindly ask you, for Flights & Transfers” package and for which details are available upon request. Don’t hesitate to contact organisational reasons, to inform the Shore Excursions desk onboard. your travel agent or consult www.ponant.com The tours are subject to a minimum and/or maximum of participants, each reservation will be confirmed • The optional pre and post cruise programmes, overlands and excursions presented in this brochure onboard based on availability. PONANT thanks you in advance for your understanding in the event of and on www.ponant.com • Visa expenses (which may include additional administrative charges imposed by the authorities of a cancellation of a tour due to the lack of participants or if the maximum number of participants has been reached. country) and/or immigration reciprocity taxes if applicable.
• Luggage handling • Optional Spa package to be booked prior your departure • Beverages other than the ones mentioned • Dives when authorized by local authorities and feasible with ship equipment and zodiacs. Rates: 70 € per standard dive; 80€ per dive when local equipment or staff must be used, 80€ for a “discover scuba dive” course, on some cruises a dive package might be on offer. In order to participate to diving sessions, guests must have with them a medical certificate less than 1-year-old and their up to date dive book. • Laundry services, hair salon and to la carte Spa treatments • Personal expenses, on board medical consultations and drug prescriptions • Cancellation/luggage/assistance/repatriation/medical insurance(s) 3 - Ground services Ground services in the port of departure, transfers to the ship, including, as applicable, hotel room and restaurant bookings or guided tours, are performed by independent suppliers who are not employees of Compagnie du Ponant. In this respect, Compagnie du Ponant acts only as an agent and shall not be held liable for said services or for the acts or omissions of sub-contractors or other contractors. The passenger agrees that Compagnie du Ponant acts as agent and/or trustee for any person including ground and maritime agents and subcontractors, who provide any service forming, or in connection with, any part of the cruise. Our Cruise and Flights package programmes are made in connection with Compagnie du Ponant selected regular or private charter flights. Final timings and schedule of the day by day programme will be communicated with the cruise ticket. All our programmes are based on economy class air and according to number of seats available. If the class is not available anymore, we will suggest, depending on the availability, extra seats with a supplement. On International flights, check-in luggage is limited to 23kg/50lbs and 8kg/11 to 17lbs per person for carry-on luggage (besides airlines frequent flyer advantages). On regular domestic or intercontinental flights, check-in luggage limits are between 15 and 20 kg/33 to 44lbs and 5 to 8kg/17lbs per person for carry-on. On Compagnie du Ponant Private charter flights, check-in luggage is limited to 23 kg/50lbs and 5kg/11lbs maximum per person as carry-on. We thank you for taking these restrictions into account. Airline carriers charge for extra weight and sometimes refuse, for strict security reasons, to check-in overweight and oversized luggage. Compagnie du Ponant and the airline carriers waive all liability for luggage with extra weight that is refused at the check-in.
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