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The Mediterranean: in the Footsteps of Great Civilizations

Antalya - Valletta

Dates:
5/19/2024
to  5/29/2024

11
days
10
nights on board
Starting from*
$6,440
25% Ponant Bonus

In partnership with Connaissance des Arts and with the exceptional presence of Guy Boyer, editorial director of Connaissance des Arts.

In springtime, as the flowers pepper the landscapes with their bright colours and the sun illuminates the decor with its soft light, PONANT invites you on an exquisite interlude in the Mediterranean, between Antalya and Valletta. During a unique 11-day journey, set off aboard L’Austral to discover the riches of the Mediterranean Sea, a link between peoples, a crossroads of civilisations.

From Alanya, you will explore two majestic ancient sites, Perga and Aspendos, before arriving in Kusadasi. The Ephesus archaeological site will tell you the great history of the Mediterranean, through this ancient city, among the oldest in the Magna Graecia of Asia Minor.

In the tranquillity of May, you will discover Greece as you have never seen it. From Volos, in Thessaly, the formation known as the Meteora hosts Eastern Orthodox monasteries that rub shoulders with the sky and are at one with the rock. You will then reach Athens and its famous acropolis, and the remains of the Temple of Poseidon on Cape Sounion, before entering the Corinth Canal. On your route, the port of call in the small port of Itea will let you discover the mythical site of Delphi or even the Hosios Loukas monastery, both of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites before reaching the mountainous island of Corfu.

Southern Italy promises suspended moments where the beauty of the shores combines with the beauty of its historical remnants, which remain fascinating. In Puglia, Gallipoli, meaning “beautiful town” in Greek, reveals its Hellenic origins and offers up its singular atmosphere, where life is good. In Syracuse, the Sicilian soul unfolds across the island of Ortygia - the oldest part of the city -, a maze of small streets dotted with churches, palaces, ancient remnants, sheltering a majestic cathedral in its very heart.

 


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In partnership with Connaissance des Arts and with the exceptional presence of Guy Boyer, editorial director of Connaissance des Arts. A brand-new cruise between Malta, Italy, Greece and Turkey,...


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Partner - Guy Boyer

Our guest of honour

Partner - Guy Boyer

Guy Boyer

As an art and travel enthusiast, I am delighted to resume this collaboration between Connaissance des Arts and PONANT, which was launched several years ago. For each trip, we will discuss the highlights of the itinerary and the major artistic figures of the countries we travel through during illustrated lectures. Art and travel thus come together for unforgettable moments of sharing and exchange.

Guy Boyer, Editorial Director of Connaissance des Arts

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Choose your stateroom

Choose your stateroom

Superior Stateroom Deck 3
 

(226 ft²)

From $6,440
25% Ponant Bonus

Deluxe Stateroom Deck 3
 

(193 ft²)

From $6,950
25% Ponant Bonus

Prestige Stateroom Deck 4
 

(193 ft²)

From $7,680
25% Ponant Bonus

Prestige Stateroom Deck 5
 

(193 ft²)

From $8,050
25% Ponant Bonus

Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
 

(193 ft²)

From $8,490
25% Ponant Bonus

Deluxe Suite Deck 6
 

(290 ft²)

From $11,720
25% Ponant Bonus

Prestige Suite Deck 5
 

(398 ft²)

From $15,770
25% Ponant Bonus

Prestige Suite Deck 6
 

(398 ft²)

From $16,570
25% Ponant Bonus

Owner's Suite Deck 6
 

(484 ft²)

From $25,080



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For more peace of mind, PONANT selects stays and flights then takes care of your transfers for your trip as well as shore visits before and after the cruise.


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