Deluxe Kabine Deck 3
30% Ponant Bonus
19 m²
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Von den Küsten des Atlantiks bis zum Ärmelkanal
Lissabon - London
Datum:
20.04.2025
bis
04.05.2025
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PONANT lädt Sie zu einer unvergesslichen Kreuzfahrt von Lissabon nach London entlang der portugiesischen, spanischen, französischen und britischen Atlantikküste ein. Eine 15-tägige Reise voller Entdeckungen an Bord der Le Bellot.
Während Ihrer gesamten Reise profitieren Sie von einem bereits im Reisepreis inkludierten Landausflug pro Anlaufhafen und Person. Dieser ist aus einem vom PONANT sorgfältig zusammengestellten Angebot auszuwählen. Entdecken Sie auf dieser Kreuzfahrt beispielsweise Santiago de Compostela von Vigo aus, besuchen Sie das Guggenheim-Museum in Bilbao oder entdecken Sie die treffend benannte Insel Belle-Île-en-Mer von Quiberon aus. Die Vielfalt der angebotenen Erlebnisse verspricht ebenso intensive wie abwechslungsreiche Momente (gesamtes Angebot unter dem Reiter „Reiseroute“ einsehbar).
Nach der Abfahrt in Lissabon legen Sie als erstes in Leixões an und fahren von dort weiter nach Porto. Die „Granitstadt“ und Hauptstadt Nordportugals ist insbesondere für ihren Wein berühmt, aber auch für ihr bemerkenswertes historisches Stadtzentrum, das zum Welterbe der UNESCO gehört.
Anschließend geht es für Ihr Schiff nach Galicien in die Stadt Vigo, den größten Fischereihafen Spaniens. Ein Besuch der nicht weit entfernten Stadt Santiago de Compostela bietet sich an. Dieser bedeutende Pilgerort besitzt zahlreiche Monumente im römischen, gotischen und barocken Baustil, Zeugen seiner reichen Vergangenheit.
Dann steuert die Le Bellot Bilbao an, die Hauptstadt des spanischen Baskenlandes. Zwischen architektonischem Wagemut und Wahrung alter Traditionen können Sie sich selbst von der einzigartigen Energie, die von der Stadt ausgeht, überzeugen.
Ihr Schiff nimmt als nächstes Kurs auf Bordeaux, die Welthauptstadt des Weins. Weiter geht es nach Royan, den Badeort an der Mündung der Gironde, bevor Sie schließlich an die bretonische Küste nach Quiberon fahren. Von diesem Hafen aus können Sie zur Insel Belle-Île-en-Mer fahren. Sie umrunden die Spitze des Finistère und erreichen Roscoff, eine ehemalige Korsarenstadt mit dem Prädikat „Petite cité de caractère“ (kleine Stadt mit Charakter) ausgezeichnet ist. Bei Ihrem Aufenthalt in Saint-Malo, Start der legendären Atlantik-Regatta „Route du Rhum“, entdecken Sie das vielfältige kulturelle Erbe der Korsarenstadt, wandeln in ihren Gassen und lassen sich von ihrem Flair verzaubern.
Die Le Bellot durchquert den Ärmelkanal und legt auf der bezaubernden Kanalinsel Guernsey an, die durch das lange Exil von Victor Hugo geprägt ist. Anschließend fahren Sie weiter in die charmante kleine Stadt Dartmouth im Herzen einer wunderschönen Naturkulisse an der Mündung des Dart River. Sie entdecken seine alten, pastellfarbenen Fischerhäuser sowie einige Fachwerkhäuser.
Die Kreuzfahrt endet in London, der weltoffenen Hauptstadt des Vereinigten Königreichs mit ihrem außergewöhnlichen historischen Erbe und ihrer künstlerischen Avantgarde.
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Ideal clothes for life on board:
During the days spent on board, you are advised to wear comfortable clothes or casual outfits. The entire ship is air-conditioned, so a light sweater, a light jacket or a shawl may be necessary. When moving about in the public areas of the ship and the decks, light but comfortable shoes are recommended.
Informal evening:
In the evening, you are advised to wear smart-casual attire, especially when dining in our restaurants where wearing shorts and tee-shirts is not allowed.
For women:
- Simple dress
- Skirt or trousers
- Blouse
- Polo
For men:
- Pleated trousers or chinos
- Sports jacket
- Shirt
- Polo
Officer’s evening:
For all cruises longer than 8 nights, an Officer’s Evening with a white dress code may be organized. Therefore, we encourage you to bring a stylish white outfit for the occasion (otherwise black and white).
Gala evening:
During the cruise, two gala evenings will be organised on board. Thus, we recommend that you bring one or two formal outfits.
For women:
- Cocktail attire
- Evening dress (if you wish to)
For men:
- Dark suit
- Tie recommended, possibly bow tie (if you wish to)
SHOP:
A small shop is available on board offering a wide range of outfits, jewellery, leather goods and many accessories.
A laundry service (washing/ironing) is available on board, but unfortunately there are no dry cleaning services. For safety reasons, your cabin is not equipped with an iron.
ACCESSORIES:
- Polarized sunglasses
- Swimsuit (for the Spa on board)
- Gym wear (fitness)
- Battery charger and memory cards for your camera
- Mobile phone charger
- Hat/cap
HEALTH CARE:
- Sunscreen and after-sun lotion
- Medications and prescriptions
OUTFITS ON BOARD:
- Casual outfits for the day
- Smarter outfits for dinners
- Elegant outfits for Gala evenings
- White or black and white outfit
PRECAUTIONS:
In your hand luggage, remember to bring any medicines that you need, and possibly a small spare bag of toiletries (in case of delay in the delivery of your baggage by the airline). Remember to always have your travel documents with you in case you need them: hotel vouchers, cruise vouchers, return flight tickets... Never leave them in your hold luggage.
All our cabins have a safe. We recommend not to go ashore with valuable jewellery.
PONANT Aktivitäten
Highlights
- Kreuzfahrt entlang der Atlantikküste von drei Ländern (Portugal, Spanien und Frankreich) sowie der französischen und britischen Küste des Ärmelkanals
- UNESCO-Welterbestätten: der Turm von Belém und das Hieronymuskloster in Lissabon (Einschiffungshafen), die historischen Stadtzentren von Porto (von Leixões aus) und Bordeaux (auch „Hafen des Mondes“), die Altstadt von Santiago de Compostela (von Vigo aus)
- Neuer Anlaufhafen: Quiberon mit Zugang zu Belle-Île-en-Mer und der wilden Küste
- Zwischenstopps in Roscoff und Saint-Malo, Korsarenstädte an der französischen Kanalküste
- Während der Kreuzfahrt von einem inkludierten Landausflug* pro Anlaufhafen und Person profitieren, die von unseren Experten zusammengestellt wurden
- Die Vielfalt der wilden Landschaften und Reliefs der Atlantikküste vom Meer aus
- Ein Landausflug in Galicien und die Entdeckung von Santiago de Compostela
*Vorreservierungen der Landausflüge ab etwa zwei Monate vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt möglich. Anfragen werden nach Reihenfolge ihres Eingangs und unter Berücksichtigung einer entsprechenden Verfügbarkeit bearbeitet.
Häfen & Landausflüge
20. April 2025 - Lissabon
Einschiffung 20.04.2025 von 16:00 bis 17:00
Abfahrt 20.04.2025 um 18:00
Die portugiesische Hauptstadt, die an den Ufern des Tejo in nur wenigen Kilometern Entfernung von der Atlantikküste gelegen ist, zeichnet sich durch eine reiche kulturelle Vielfalt aus. Am Eingang des Flusshafens aufzwingen zwei zum UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe gehörende Bauwerke besichtigen: das Hieronymitenkloster und den Turm von Belém. Auf dem Hügel des Alfama-Viertels, der für seine Bars mit Fado-Musik berühmt ist, laden Sie die maurischen Gässchen zur Erkundung ein. Entlang der vornehmen Straßen des Chiado-Viertels verführen die großen Namen der Mode zum Shopping ganz unter dem Motto der Eleganz.
21. April 2025 - Leixões - Porto
Ankunft 21.04.2025 mittags
Abfahrt 21.04.2025 am frühen Abend
Nur weniger als zehn Kilometer von Porto und der Flussmündung des Douro entfernt liegt der Hafen Leixões. Das historische Stadtzentrum von Porto zählt zum Weltkulturerbe der UNESCO. Das berühmte Stadtviertel Ribeira mit den von der Metallbrücke Dom-Luis überragten traditionellen Häusern, zahlreiche üppig dekorierte barocke Kirchen und das Nationalmuseum Museo Nacional de Soares dos Reis sind einen Besuch wert. Auch der Bahnhof São Bento ist interessant. Seine Vorhalle wurde mit Azulejos ausgestattet, typisch portugiesischen blauen Keramik-Fliesen mit geometrischen Motiven oder bildhaften Darstellungen.
22. April 2025 - Vigo - Santiago de Compostela
Ankunft 22.04.2025 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 22.04.2025 am frühen Abend
Früher war die Stadt Vigo im Süden Galiziens an der Atlantikküste ein kleiner Fischerhafen, heute ist sie die größte Gemeinde der Region. Die Altstadt, die besser unter dem Namen O Berbés bekannt ist, beeindruckt mit zahlreichen historischen Gebäuden und der atypischen Architektur der Häuser. Vor der Küste liegen die Illas Cíes. Das Naturschutzgebiet gehört zum Nationalpark Islas Atlánticas de Galicia mit unberührten Naturlandschaften und einer außergewöhnlichen Artenvielfalt. Im Norden lädt das berühmte Santiago de Compostela zu einem Besuch ein, das jedes Jahr zahlreiche Pilger aus aller Welt anlockt. Das historische Stadtzentrum mit seinem bedeutenden Architekturerbe steht unter dem Schutz der UNESCO.
23. April 2025 - Auf See
Ankunft 23.04.2025
Abfahrt 23.04.2025
Genießen Sie während der Überfahrt auf See die zahlreichen Freizeitangebote an Bord. Gönnen Sie sich Entspannung im Spa oder halten Sie sich im Fitnessraum in Form. Lassen Sie sich je nach Jahreszeit zu einem Sprung in den Pool oder zu einem Sonnenbad verlocken. Dieser Reise ohne Zwischenstopp bietet auch Gelegenheit, einer Konferenz oder einer der an Bord angebotenen Vorstellungen beizuwohnen, abhängig von den angebotenen Aktivitäten, oder in der Boutique ein wenig zu shoppen oder die PONANT-Fotografen in ihrem eigenen Bereich aufzusuchen. Wer das offene Meer liebt, bewundert auf dem Oberdeck das Schauspiel der Wogen und kann mit etwas Glück Meerestiere beobachten. Eine zauberhafte kleine Auszeit mit Komfort, Entspannung und Unterhaltung.
24. April 2025 - Bilbao
Ankunft 24.04.2025 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 24.04.2025 mittags
Bilbao, die Metropole des spanischen Baskenlands, ist eine der avantgardistischsten Städte Europas. Gebäude von architektonischer Kühnheit und das alte Erbe der Stadt sorgen für eine Reise zwischen Traditionen und Innovation. Über eine ungewöhnliche Drahtseilbahn erreicht man das grandiose Guggenheim-Museum, ein spektakulärer Bau aus Stein, Glas und Titan, das von dem Architekten Frank Gehry entworfen wurde und eine Kollektion moderner Kunst und monumentaler zeitgenössischer Skulpturen birgt. Auch die engen Gassen der Altstadt und der beliebte Stadtteil Ensanche oder die Puente de Vizcaya, die älteste Schwebefähre der Welt, die zum Weltkulturerbe der UNESCO zählt, sind sehenswert.
25. April 2025 26. April 2025 - Bordeaux
Ankunft 25.04.2025 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 26.04.2025 am frühen Abend
Bordeaux erstreckt sich entlang der Ufer der Garonne im Südwesten Frankreichs. Seine reiche Weintradition macht es zur Welthauptstadt des Weins. Lassen Sie sich von der Geschichte des „Port de la Lune“ („Hafen des Mondes“) mitreißen, der aufgrund seiner prestigeträchtigen klassischen Architektur zum UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe gehört. Auf dem berühmten Place de la Bourse vermischt sich die Vergangenheit mit der Gegenwart: Hier spiegeln sich die historischen Gebäude in der zeitgenössischen Kreation des Miroir d’eau wider.
27. April 2025 - Kreuzen entlang der Leuchtturm von Cordouan
Ankunft 27.04.2025 nachts
Abfahrt 27.04.2025 am späten Nachmittag
Sie kreuzen vor dem Leuchtturm von Cordouan. 7 km von der Küste entfernt markiert er den Eingang der Gironde, dem Zusammenfluss der Garonne und der Dordogne, deren turbulentes Wasser sich mit dem Atlantik vermischt. Der von dem Architekten Louis de Foix zu Ehren von Heinrich III. und Heinrich IV. errichtete „Leuchtturm der Könige“ wurde 1611 eröffnet. Cordouan wurde Ende des 18. Jahrhunderts restauriert und auf seine heutige Höhe von 68 Metern erhöht. Dieses 1862 als Historisches Denkmal eingestufte Meisterwerk der Meeresarchitektur ist der älteste noch in Betrieb befindliche Leuchtturm Frankreichs. Im Jahr 1823 erhielt er als Erster das nach seinem Erfinder benannten Fresnel-Linsensystem. Nach und nach entwickelte sich das Beleuchtungssystem dann weiter und wurde zunächst elektrisch und dann computergesteuert.
28. April 2025 - Quiberon
Ankunft 28.04.2025 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 28.04.2025 am späten Nachmittag
Willkommen auf der Halbinsel Quiberon im Morbihan, einer wilden und kontrastreichen Region der Bretagne mit atemberaubenden Landschaften. Auf der Atlantikseite gibt es eine kilometerlange wilde Küste mit zerklüfteten, windgepeitschten Klippen und auf der Seite der Bucht von Quiberon lange Sandstrände mit smaragdgrünem Wasser. Zehn Gehminuten von Quiberon entfernt liegt der Yachthafen Port Haliguen, der sich den Charme vergangener Zeiten bewahrt hat.
29. April 2025 - Roscoff
Ankunft 29.04.2025 mittags
Abfahrt 29.04.2025 am frühen Abend
Die alte Korsaren-Stadt Roscoff ist heute ein beliebter Badeort, der stolz sein Tourismus-Label "Petite Cité de Caractère" trägt. Aus seiner stürmischen und faszinierenden Geschichte hat Roscoff ein außergewöhnliches architektonisches Erbe aus dem 16. und 17. Jahrhundert bewahrt. In der historischen Altstadt mangelt es nicht an Erinnerungen an die Vergangenheit: die schönen Reederhäuser aus Granit, die gotische Kirche Notre-Dame-de-Croaz-Batz oder auch der Alte Hafen, einst Schlupfwinkel von Piraten und Schmugglern. Die Stadt ist auch für ihr Watt mit einer reichen Algenvielfalt berühmt. Bereits 1872 entstand hier zu ihrer Erforschung das erste europäische Zentrum für Forschung und Lehre in der Meeresbiologie, die Station Biologique de Roscoff.
30. April 2025 - Saint-Malo
Ankunft 30.04.2025 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 30.04.2025 am späten Abend
Allein die Erwähnung des Namens Saint-Malo entführt uns in seine reiche Vergangenheit. Die Befestigungsanlagen zeugen von der Entschlossenheit der Einwohner, die auch von den Engländern begehrte Stadt zu verteidigen. Während Ihres Aufenthalts tauchen Sie in das vielfältige Erbe der Stadt ein: die Korsaren, die die Ozeane auf der Suche nach Ruhm und Reichtum unsicher machten, die berühmten Segelregatten wie die Route du Rhum, die noch heute den Ruhm der Stadt begründen, oder das Grabmal Chateaubriands, das nach Wunsch des Dichters keine Inschrift trägt.
1. Mai 2025 - Guernsey, Kanalinseln
Ankunft 01.05.2025 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 01.05.2025 am späten Nachmittag
Guernsey, eine einzigartige, unvergessliche Etappe. Die zu den britischen Kanalinseln gehörende Insel besticht mit einem milden Klima und jodreicher Luft sowie mit einer grünen, blühenden Landschaft. Vereinzelt zeugen Dolmen und Menhire von der langen Geschichte der Insel und ihrem reichhaltigen Kulturerbe. In der hübschen Hauptstadt St. Peter Port zeigt sich der charakteristische Charme der Insel: „So british!“. Die Erinnerung an den großen Schriftsteller Victor Hugo, der auf Guernsey 15 Jahre im Exil lebte, ist sehr lebendig. In seinem Haus Hauteville House wird sie aufrecht erhalten. Die unglaublich reichhaltige Dekoration zeugt von dem überschäumenden kreativen Genie des bedeutenden Mannes.
2. Mai 2025 - Dartmouth
Ankunft 02.05.2025 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 02.05.2025 mittags
Im Südwesten Englands können Sie in der Grafschaft Devon in die zauberhafte Atmosphäre der kleinen Stadt Dartmouth eintauchen. Der Ort liegt inmitten von grünen Landschaften an der Mündung des River Dart und besticht mit den wunderschönen, typischen Landschaften des ländlichen Englands. Die malerischen Kopfsteingassen sind von prächtigen Fachwerkhäusern aus dem 15. und 16. Jahrhundert gesäumt. Am Nordufer des Flusses können Sie alte Fischerhäuser in bunten Pastellfarben entdecken. Die kleine Hafenstadt, die heute ein beliebtes Tourismusziel ist, hat sich ihre ruhige und romantische Atmosphäre bewahrt.
2. Mai 2025 - Kreuzen entlang der Jurassic Coast
Ankunft 02.05.2025 am frühen Abend
Abfahrt 02.05.2025 am frühen Abend
Entdecken Sie in Südengland die Küste von Dorset und East Devon, auch bekannt als Jura-Küste aufgrund der vielen dort gefundenen Fossilien aus dieser Zeit. Die „Perle von Dorset“ erstreckt sich über mehr als 150 km und wurde wegen ihres geologischen Interesses als UNESCO-Welterbe eingestuft. An Bord können Sie die spektakulären weißen Kreidefelsen bewundern - ein Zufluchtsort für viele Seevögel. Die ständig mit dem Licht und der verschiedenen Buchten und Stränden am Fuße dieser gigantischen Felsformationen wechselnde Landschaft bietet Gelegenheit, hervorragende Fotos zu machen. Vielleicht können Sie auch die Durdle Door sehen, einen natürlichen Bogen, der durch Erosion im Fels entstand.
3. Mai 2025 - Auf See
Ankunft 03.05.2025
Abfahrt 03.05.2025
Genießen Sie während der Überfahrt auf See die zahlreichen Freizeitangebote an Bord. Gönnen Sie sich Entspannung im Spa oder halten Sie sich im Fitnessraum in Form. Lassen Sie sich je nach Jahreszeit zu einem Sprung in den Pool oder zu einem Sonnenbad verlocken. Dieser Reise ohne Zwischenstopp bietet auch Gelegenheit, einer Konferenz oder einer der an Bord angebotenen Vorstellungen beizuwohnen, abhängig von den angebotenen Aktivitäten, oder in der Boutique ein wenig zu shoppen oder die PONANT-Fotografen in ihrem eigenen Bereich aufzusuchen. Wer das offene Meer liebt, bewundert auf dem Oberdeck das Schauspiel der Wogen und kann mit etwas Glück Meerestiere beobachten. Eine zauberhafte kleine Auszeit mit Komfort, Entspannung und Unterhaltung.
3. Mai 2025 4. Mai 2025 - London
Ankunft 03.05.2025 am späten Nachmittag
Ausschiffung 04.05.2025 um 08:00
Hauptresidenz der britischen Monarchie, internationaler Finanzplatz und Sitz der Regierung - London ist das wirtschaftliche und kulturelle Herz des Landes. Als Stadt voller Kontraste zwischen Tradition und vibrierender Modernität enthüllt sich die Hauptstadt des Vereinigte Königreichs durch ihre unterschiedlichsten Viertel und bemerkenswerten Stätten: Seien Sie darauf vorbereitet, von Hyde Park bis zur City über Westminster und Trafalgar Square das frenetische Leben der Londoner zu teilen. Doch zwischen einer Besichtigung der National Gallery, einem Rundgang durch Covent Garden und der Überquerung der Tower Bridge können Sie in einer der unzähligen Londoner Grünanlagen mitten in der Natur eine Pause einlegen.
Porto city tour & wine tasting
From the pier, board your coach and start your 30-minute scenic drive to Porto.
Upon arrival, you will visit the Francis Church which is the most prominent Gothic monument in Porto and is also noted for its outstanding Baroque inner decoration.
You will continue your walk to the riverside, also known as the Ribeira one of Port’s landmarks, you will enjoy free time for shopping and stroll around this area.
You will then be driven to the Taylor’s wine cellar. Taylor’s is the archetypal Port house and it wines the quintessential Ports. Established over three centuries ago in 1692, Taylor’s is one of the oldest of the founding Port houses. It is dedicated entirely to the production of Port wine and in particular to its finest styles. Above all, Taylor’s is regarded as the benchmark for Vintage Port.
Noted for their elegance and poise as well as for their restrained power and longevity, Taylor’s Vintage Ports are blended from the finest wines of the firm’s own quintas or estates, Vargellas, Terra Feita and Junco. These three iconic properties, each occupying a distinct geographic location and with their own unique character, are the cornerstone of the company’s success and the main source of its unique and inimitable house style.
Taylor’s is also respected as a producer of wood aged ports and holds one of the largest reserves of rare cask aged wines from which its distinguished aged tawny Ports are drawn. The house is also known as the originator of Late Bottled Vintage, a style which the firm pioneered and of which it remains the leading producer. Based in Porto and the Douro Valley the family company is closely involved in all stages of the production of its Ports, from the planting of the vineyard, the cultivation of the grapes to the making, ageing, blending and the bottling of the wines. The family’s commitment to the future of Port is demonstrated in its single-minded dedication to the highest standards in Port production, its continued investment in all aspects of the firm’s operations and its determination to preserve the unique environment of the Douro Valley through the promotion of sustainable and responsible viticulture.
Following your visit and wine tasting, join your coach with a 30-minute drive back to the ship.
- This tour involves moderate walking on both uneven and flat surfaces and includes several steps inside the monuments and the wine cellar. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. The tour is not recommended for guests with limited mobility. Appropriate clothing is required to enter religious sites: shoulders and knees must be covered. The wine tasting is included on your tour. In case of religious services, the visit of the church will be an outside visit only.
Inbegriffen
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Santiago de Compostela
From the pier, you will board your coach and drive to Santiago de Compostela (a one-hour and fifteen-minute drive), one of the most important cities in Europe and the third most important place in the world for Christian pilgrimage.
Your tour will start by the Obradoiro Square where your guide will present you all the details of this square during a walking tour. You can admire the Cathedral, the Town hall, the Pazo (Palace of Saint Jerome) and the Hostal dos Reis Católicos. This former hospital was built in 1501 by orders of Ferdinand of Aragon and Isabella of Castile to welcome unwell pilgrims and replace the old hospital which was then on the current Plaza de la Azabachería. Today it continues to fulfil its function of hosting service to the traveller, although it has a luxurious character. Every day, a dozen pilgrims carrying their compostela (pilgrim certificate) are allowed in the kitchen to graciously receive a meal.
Your guide will give you a complete description of the outside of the Cathedral and will show you the Jubilee Door which is only opened for the pardons of each Jubilee Year.
Then, you will have some time at leisure to walk along the historical streets before meeting your guide at the Hostal dos Reis Católicos, for the lunch served in one of the dining rooms of the hotel.
Before boarding your coach to Vigo, you will enjoy an inside visit of the Cathedral with the tomb of Saint James, maybe the most important piece of the Cathedral, the “Portico da Gloria” whose lintels were laid in place in 1188, one of the capital works of mediaeval sculpture. You will also visit the museum of the Cathedral.
- This tour involves 2 km (1,5 mile) of walking on cobblestone streets with many steps during the Cathedral visit. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate dress is recommended to enter religious sites (shoulders and knees covered). The lunch is included in your tour.
Inbegriffen
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Vigo & Baiona
From the pier, you will board your coach and start your scenic drive towards Monte Castro. Once arriving, you will enjoy a panoramic view on Vigo, its bay and its harbour.
Jules Verne wrote that Captain Nemo’s best kept secret was in Vigo. Did you know that this is where the Nautilus submarine came to stock up on gold? In Vigo’s estuary there are dozens of sunken ships loaded with the gold from the Americas, treasures that have not yet come to light.
Back to coach, you will drive to Baiona, one of the most important and characteristic fishing villages on the Galicia coast.
Here you will visit Parador Monterreal, an imposing 16th-century building that has been converted into a hotel. The fortress of Monterreal is highly evocative of times long past, with its walls (dating from the 11th to 17th centuries) and its mediaeval towers: the Reloxo, the Tenaza and the Príncipe Cativo. The walls are ideal for a pleasant stroll around the area, known as the Monte Boi Promenade, offering perfect views over the whole of Galicia’s southern coastline, and of course the town of Baiona.
Then, you will discover old centre of the village with the remains of its ancient walls. A walk through the historic centre reveals impressive pazos (manor houses), such as that of the Correa family (from the 18th century), now the town hall with a tall tower, coats of arms and beautiful balconies; the Casa Ceta (or Casa do Perdón) from the 14th century; the Casa Mendoza (or Casa do Deán) with arched walkways beneath (from the 18th century) and a superb Baroque façade, or the Casa de Salgado (from the 17th century).
Finally, re-board your coach and start your return drive to Vigo, a 45-minute drive.
- This tour involves 2 km (1,5 mile) of walking on cobblestone streets with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela
From the pier, you will board your coach and drive to your starting point of your hiking on the way of cross, 45-minute drive.
You will walk on the Spanish part of the way of cross borrowed by the pilgrims, to this day, to join Santiago de Compostela.
Santiago de Compostela is one of the most important cities in Europe and the third most important place in the world for Christian pilgrimage.
Once arriving, you will discover the Obradoiro Square where your guide will present you all the details of this square during a walking tour. You can admire the Cathedral, the Town hall, the Pazo (Palace of Saint Jerome) and the Hostal dos Reis Católicos. This former hospital was built in 1501 by orders of Ferdinand of Aragon and Isabella of Castile to welcome unwell pilgrims and replace the old hospital which was then on the current Plaza de la Azabachería. Today it continues to fulfil its function of hosting service to the traveller, although it has a luxurious character. Every day, a dozen pilgrims carrying their compostela (pilgrim certificate) are allowed in the kitchen to graciously receive a meal.
Your guide will give you a complete description of the outside of the Cathedral and will show you the Jubilee Door which is only opened for the pardons of each Jubilee Year.
Then, you will have some time at leisure to walk along the historical streets before meeting your guide at the Hostal dos Reis Católicos, for the lunch served in one of the dining rooms of the hotel.
Continue with an inside visit of the Cathedral with the tomb of Saint James, maybe the most important piece of the Cathedral, the “Portico da Gloria” whose lintels were laid in place in 1188, one of the capital works of mediaeval sculpture. You will also visit the museum of the Cathedral.
Finally, reboard your coach to join your ship, a one-hour and fifteen-minute drive.
- This tour involves active walking on uneven grounds and cobblestone streets with many steps during the Cathedral visit. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate dress is recommended to enter religious sites (shoulders and knees covered). The lunch is included in your tour.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Pazo de Rubianes & wine tasting
From the pier, you will board your coach and start your 1-hour drive to Villagarcia.
Once arriving, you will visit the Pazo de Rubianes. Located in the Arousa estuary (Pontevedra), it is one of the three official lordships in Spain. The main building was constructed in the 15th century. In the 18th century the tower was pulled down, and a summer residence with rectangular plan was created. The gardens, with more than 11 hectares, have remarkable eucalyptus trees with perimeters of 12 meters, olives and magnolias. It has geometrical flowerbeds of French style, with sequoias and camphors. Its grandiose magnolias Magnolia grandiflora L. have been included in the Galician Monumental Tree Catalogue.
With an area of 25 hectares, the vineyard of Pazo de Rubianes is the largest in the region of Salnés. Don Gonzalo Ozores of Urcola - eighteenth Lord of the House of Rubianes and Marqués de Aranda- and his wife, Mrs. Paloma Rey Fernández Latorre, were responsible for the recovery of ancient vineyards and the new vineyard project that took place between the years 1997 and 1999. Don Gonzalo, great lover of his estate, had a great devotion for his vineyards and planned to produce wine on the property again. But he could not fulfil his dream before his death in 2006. His wife, Mrs. Paloma, picked up the baton in order to realise the desire of her husband. In 2009, ten years after the recovery of the vineyards, the first wine of this new winery of Pazo de Rubianes was bottled. Built in the 15th century, the cellar smells now like wine again, and allows to preserve the quality of each vintage. Only slightly less than 30 % of the grapes produced in the vineyards of Pazo de Rubianes are chosen to give rise to these exclusive wines with which each year comes the new crop of Pazo de Rubianes and García Caamaño wines.
After enjoying a walking tour on the gardens and the cellar, you will enjoy a tasting of this exclusive wine accompanied with tapas.
Finally, re-board your coach and start your return drive to Vigo, a 1-hour drive.
- This tour involves 2 km (1,5 mile) of walking on uneven paths with mud sometimes and some steps to enter the manor at Rubianes. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. The tasting is included on your tour. The tour of the gardens will be guided by the Botanical experts of the estate and translate in French by your guide. This tour is limited to 50 participants.
Preisspanne:
Details
€€€: zwischen 100 € und 150 €
Der Preis für den Landausflug ist etwa zwei Monate vor Reiseantritt verfügbar.
Das vollständige Ausflugsprogramm, einschließlich der aktuellen Preise, erhalten Sie mit Ihren Reiseunterlagen vor dem Beginn Ihrer Kreuzfahrt.
Sie können Ihre PONANT Landausflüge ab ca. zwei Monate vor Abfahrt Ihrer Kreuzfahrt* vorab reservieren. Die Abrechnung erfolgt über das Bordkonto.
*Expeditionskreuzfahrten ausgeschlossen
Bilbao & Guggenheim Museum
Bilbao is a constantly evolving city and a dynamic metropolis where traditions and relics of the past live side by side with futuristic buildings recognised throughout the world as icons of modernity. This excursion will allow you to admire both aspects of the economic and cultural capital of the Basque Country.
From the pier, board your coach and proceed to the famous Guggenheim Museum designed by Frank Gehry.
This imposing and unmistakable titanium, granite and glass building reflected in the river houses important works of contemporary art. Designed by American architect Frank Gehry, the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao building represents a magnificent example of the most groundbreaking 20th-century architecture. With 24,000 m2, of which 11,000 are dedicated to exhibition space, the museum represents an architectural landmark of audacious configuration and innovating design, providing a seductive backdrop for the art exhibited in it. Altogether, Gehry's design creates a spectacular sculpture-like structure, perfectly integrated within Bilbao's urban pattern and its surrounding area. It was built between 1993 and 1997 representing the recovery of the banks of the river, redeveloping them for culture and leisure. The finish of the approximately 33,000 extremely thin titanium sheets provides a rough and organic effect, adding to the material's colour changes depending on the weather and light conditions. The other two materials used in the building, limestone and glass, harmonise perfectly, achieving an architectural design with a great visual impact that has now become a real icon of the city throughout the world.
Your tour will continue with a stroll around the old town with its handsome Renaissance, Baroque and Modernist buildings, where you will have the chance to admire the façade of the Cathedral of Santiago, example of Gothic architecture, and the elegant Plaza Nueva, with its distinctive porticoes.
After the tour, you will be transferred back to your awaiting ship.
- This tour involves approximately 1.5 km (1 mile) of walking on flat and cobblestones streets with some steps. It is not recommended to guests with limited mobility. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Please note that due to the limited availability of guides, a QR code will be provided, permitting to download the audioguide content on your personal smartphone.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.The Basque coastline
Discover the Cantabrian corniche, the fishing port of Bermeo and historic Guernica. From the pier, travel along the colorful Biscayan coastline and see the dramatic views of the Cantabrian corniche.
You will first visit Guernica, once the capital of the Basque Country. The local lords and kings met here in democratic assembly to promise to respect the special laws of Vizcaya. On 26th April 1937, during the Spanish Civil War, the town was razed to the ground by German aircraft, sent by Hitler to support Franco's troops. Discover the Picasso’s Guernika mural reproduction, illustrating the bombing and showing the tragedy of war.
During your visit, see also the petrified trunk of an oak tree that miraculously survived the horrific bombing raid. In the Park of Europe are the famous sculptures, symbolising Gernika-Lumo as a city of peace. See from outside the Casa de Juntas, where the Basque parliament has convened since 1979.
Continue to Bermeo, one of the area's most important fishing ports in the region. This colourful, working town has a large deep-sea fishing fleet that regularly operates off the coast of the Azores and southern Africa. See the popular Basque style architecture reflected in the fishermen's houses.
After the visit, drive to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe for a photostop before returning to the pier in Bilbao.
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This tour involves 1 mile (1.5 km) of walking on cobblestone streets in Bermeo and inclines in Guernica. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Traditions & wine
From the pier, board your local coach for a scenic drive to Bermeo.
On your way, discover the rural beauty of the Basque country. As you travel through countryside dotted with secluded farmhouses and along the Biscayan Coast with its steep cliffs and isolated beaches, listen to your guide explanation.
Upon arrival, enjoy a guided walk of Bermeo, a charming city with a beautiful fishing harbour, which was the provincial capital until 1602. In the old quarter, be impressed by the Gothic Church of San Francisco, the 18th-century town hall and the neoclassical Church of Santa Maria.
Continue your journey through countryside and reach you next destination: Cellar Gorka Izaguirre. This local winery production owes its success to the passion of the team and of course the local grapes, Hondarrabi Zuri and Hondarrabi Zerratia. These delicate varieties are descendents of Basque farm houses, grown in the Northeast Atlantic. The bunches are small and concentrated which keeps them full of personality; the result is a wine with a unique identity. The coastal air, steep hilly slopes, southeast morning sun, well-aerated plots green lush hillsides impart a unique freshness and character to their wines.
After a visit of the winery, enjoy a wine tasting moment with local tapas.
Then, get back to the coach for the return trip to the pier.
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This excursion involves walking 0,9 mile (1,5 km) on uneven grounds, cobblestones, and some inclines. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
Preisspanne:
Details
€€€: zwischen 100 € und 150 €
Der Preis für den Landausflug ist etwa zwei Monate vor Reiseantritt verfügbar.
Das vollständige Ausflugsprogramm, einschließlich der aktuellen Preise, erhalten Sie mit Ihren Reiseunterlagen vor dem Beginn Ihrer Kreuzfahrt.
Sie können Ihre PONANT Landausflüge ab ca. zwei Monate vor Abfahrt Ihrer Kreuzfahrt* vorab reservieren. Die Abrechnung erfolgt über das Bordkonto.
*Expeditionskreuzfahrten ausgeschlossen
Gourmet guided walking tour of Bordeaux
Departure on foot from the ship berth for a walking tour of the UNESCO classified city of Bordeaux.
Take advantage of this short guided walking tour of Bordeaux city centre to discover some local traditional specialties, like chocolate, canelé cake, cheese, and of course Bordeaux wine.
Walk by the Grand Theatre, built by Victor Louis in 1773, one of the most beautiful in Europe and a pure work of art from the 18th century. Continue through the old Bordeaux district towards the Parlement (parliament) and Bourse (stock-exchange) Squares, before reaching the Cathedral Saint André and City Hall area. End the tour with the luxury boutiques district, called “the triangle” by the locals, and the Quinconces square.
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This tour is not suitable for persons with walking difficulties as it includes walking long distances, sometimes on cobblestoned streets. The tour will be on foot only. We recommend you wear flat, comfortable walking shoes. This tour is subject to a minimum of 10 participants.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Gourmet City tour of Bordeaux
Once called the “Sleeping Beauty”, Bordeaux has awaken, and is listed as UNESCO World Heritage site since 2007. This distinction recognises the beauty and uniqueness of the architectural heritage style of Bordeaux, which has developed harmoniously over the centuries, while remaining remarkably preserved.
You will discover the Chartrons district where the wine trade was born, the Place des Quinconces, the largest square in Europe with its column commemorating the French Revolution, the Place de la Bourse, jewel of the façade of the quays with the Porte Cailhau. You will then walk from Place Pey Berland where you will find the Town Hall and the Cathedral, to Place de la Comédie and its Grand Théâtre, the Opera of the city in service since the 18th century, before re-embarking on your coach.
Your panoramic tour of Bordeaux will end at La Cité du Vin, an exhibition venue on the theme of wine inaugurated in 2016. By 2018, no less than 450,000 were pushing the door of this unique architecture, which reveals all the wealth and diversity of the world's wine. The Cité du Vin is an original cultural facility dedicated to wine as a cultural, universal and living heritage. It offers a spectacular journey around the world, through the ages, in all cultures. At the end of your visit through the permanent exhibition, a glass of wine will be offered on the 8th floor of the Cité du Vin offering a panoramic view of Bordeaux.
Your excursion will continue on the other side of the street, with a stop at the Halles de Bacalan, the new gourmet market hall of Bordeaux, rehabilitating and modernising the concept of the markets of yesteryear.
The many stalls animated by artisans, traders and producers - selected for their know-how and their complementarity - favour short circuits, 85% of the products on offer are from the area. A tasting of some of these products will be offered during your visit.
The tour will end with the short return trip to the ship.
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We recommend you wear flat and comfortable walking shoes. The order of the visits can vary and the internal visit of the Cathedral Saint André is dependent on the celebrations of the day.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Farm of Neuvic, French caviar producer
Neuvic Estate spreads out over 19 hectares at the confluence of the Isle and Vern rivers, in the town of Neuvic.
It is situated on the land of a farm dating back to before the French Revolution, which left traces and memories that can still be seen and felt on the stone walls. The Isle River is omnipresent, whether crossing the property or bordering its contours with its meanders flanked by imposing chalky cliffs.
Domaine de Neuvic produces and markets the Caviar de Neuvic. It also produces caviar for other brands in accordance with precise specifications. Domaine de Neuvic is first and foremost synonymous with an innovative and stringent quality approach.
In 2013, Domaine de Neuvic received the acclaim of the Association France Initiative, chaired by Mr. Schweitzer, as one of ten "remarkable companies" in France. This title rewards its innovative approach, promotion of its region and recognition of human capital as a criterion for the overall success of the company.
During the visit of the estate, your guide will tell you all the secrets of sturgeons breeding and how to make caviar.
At the end of the visit, you will have the opportunity to taste the estate’s caviar, with a glass of sparkling wine!
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We recommend you wear flat, comfortable walking shoes. This tour involves 1 ½ hour transfer each way.
Preisspanne:
Details
€€: zwischen 50 € und 100 €
Der Preis für den Landausflug ist etwa zwei Monate vor Reiseantritt verfügbar.
Das vollständige Ausflugsprogramm, einschließlich der aktuellen Preise, erhalten Sie mit Ihren Reiseunterlagen vor dem Beginn Ihrer Kreuzfahrt.
Sie können Ihre PONANT Landausflüge ab ca. zwei Monate vor Abfahrt Ihrer Kreuzfahrt* vorab reservieren. Die Abrechnung erfolgt über das Bordkonto.
*Expeditionskreuzfahrten ausgeschlossen
Hike at Château Boutinet
Walk, wine and tapas food : the perfect combination!
From the pier, board your local coach for a 1 hour-transfer to Château Boutinet.
Upon arrival, meet Nathalie, the owner of Château Boutinet wine estate. For Nathalie, a visit to her estate rhymes with conviviality. This 17th century winery under refurbishment has been brought back to life with the passion of the owners for wine making and hospitality.
You will start with a walk around the property and discover the grape vines and the beautiful surrounding forest. Nathalie and her dog will guide you on foot through the vineyard, explaining her work in the vines, the challenges of a wine producer's life, and organic wine making technics.
After effort comes comfort: Back to the estate, Nathalie will invite you to a homemade tapas tasting sampling some of the local delicacies paired with 3 wines from the estate.
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This excursion involves walking approximately 1,86 miles (3 km) on uneven ground and steps. We recommend you wear hiking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Château La Dauphine: sustainability & wine
Close to Saint Emilion, Château de La Dauphine is a gem, an elegant blend between history and green modernity. Their remarkable wine tourism experiences were recently acknowledged with several gold awards: in 2014 for the Architecture & Landscape category, in 2016 for the food category, in 2018 for Sustainable Wine Tourism Practices and in 2020 for the Innovative Wine Tourism Experiences category. Château de La Dauphine was also 2020 International winner of the contest Best of Wine Tourism.
After a 45 minute-transfer, start a “green tour” with your guide. During this visit you will discover the property’s ethical and environmental initiatives: work in the vineyard, the beehives, biodynamic workshop, aquaponics, the permaculture vegetable garden and the scented garden.
Then, enjoy a delicious tasting of the estate production such as honey, Merlot jelly and three wines.
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This excursion involves walking on uneven ground and steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Dune of Pilat
From the pier, board your local coach, drive West of Bordeaux and cross the Landes de Gascogne forest before arriving in the Arcachon Bay region, a resort famous for its weather and oyster culture. A fragrant oasis surrounded by an immense forest of pine trees; a subdued ocean which nestles up against the wild sand-dunes; a long wreath of fine golden sand. This is Arcachon Bay with clean waters constantly renewed by the tide, and flights of thousand of migratory birds.
Here you will stop in Le Pyla to climb the highest sand dune in Europe with 110 metres height. A wooden stairs allows an easier climbing of the first half. From the top, you will discover a fantastic view over the entire Arcachon Bay in the North, over the Ocean in the West, and over the never ending Landes pine tree forest in the East.
Then, you will go to a nearby oyster farm port where you will visit a typical oyster farm. The owner will explain all about the oyster culture and will invite you to taste oysters with rye bread & butter, and dry white wine.
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This excursion involves walking on uneven ground and sand. Participants must be able to climb the 200 steps of the dune. We recommend you wear hiking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Gourmet guided walking tour of Bordeaux
Departure on foot from the ship berth for a walking tour of the UNESCO classified city of Bordeaux.
Take advantage of this short guided walking tour of Bordeaux city centre to discover some local traditional specialties, like chocolate, canelé cake, cheese, and of course Bordeaux wine.
Walk by the Grand Theatre, built by Victor Louis in 1773, one of the most beautiful in Europe and a pure work of art from the 18th century. Continue through the old Bordeaux district towards the Parlement (parliament) and Bourse (stock-exchange) Squares, before reaching the Cathedral Saint André and City Hall area. End the tour with the luxury boutiques district, called “the triangle” by the locals, and the Quinconces square.
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This tour is not suitable for persons with walking difficulties as it includes walking long distances, sometimes on cobblestoned streets. The tour will be on foot only. We recommend you wear flat, comfortable walking shoes. This tour is subject to a minimum of 10 participants.
Inbegriffen
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Gourmet City tour of Bordeaux
Once called the “Sleeping Beauty”, Bordeaux has awaken, and is listed as UNESCO World Heritage site since 2007. This distinction recognises the beauty and uniqueness of the architectural heritage style of Bordeaux, which has developed harmoniously over the centuries, while remaining remarkably preserved.
You will discover the Chartrons district where the wine trade was born, the Place des Quinconces, the largest square in Europe with its column commemorating the French Revolution, the Place de la Bourse, jewel of the façade of the quays with the Porte Cailhau. You will then walk from Place Pey Berland where you will find the Town Hall and the Cathedral, to Place de la Comédie and its Grand Théâtre, the Opera of the city in service since the 18th century, before re-embarking on your coach.
Your panoramic tour of Bordeaux will end at La Cité du Vin, an exhibition venue on the theme of wine inaugurated in 2016. By 2018, no less than 450,000 were pushing the door of this unique architecture, which reveals all the wealth and diversity of the world's wine. The Cité du Vin is an original cultural facility dedicated to wine as a cultural, universal and living heritage. It offers a spectacular journey around the world, through the ages, in all cultures. At the end of your visit through the permanent exhibition, a glass of wine will be offered on the 8th floor of the Cité du Vin offering a panoramic view of Bordeaux.
Your excursion will continue on the other side of the street, with a stop at the Halles de Bacalan, the new gourmet market hall of Bordeaux, rehabilitating and modernising the concept of the markets of yesteryear.
The many stalls animated by artisans, traders and producers - selected for their know-how and their complementarity - favour short circuits, 85% of the products on offer are from the area. A tasting of some of these products will be offered during your visit.
The tour will end with the short return trip to the ship.
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We recommend you wear flat and comfortable walking shoes. The order of the visits can vary and the internal visit of the Cathedral Saint André is dependent on the celebrations of the day.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Hike at Château Boutinet
Walk, wine and tapas food : the perfect combination!
From the pier, board your local coach for a 1 hour-transfer to Château Boutinet.
Upon arrival, meet Nathalie, the owner of Château Boutinet wine estate. For Nathalie, a visit to her estate rhymes with conviviality. This 17th century winery under refurbishment has been brought back to life with the passion of the owners for wine making and hospitality.
You will start with a walk around the property and discover the grape vines and the beautiful surrounding forest. Nathalie and her dog will guide you on foot through the vineyard, explaining her work in the vines, the challenges of a wine producer's life, and organic wine making technics.
After effort comes comfort: Back to the estate, Nathalie will invite you to a homemade tapas tasting sampling some of the local delicacies paired with 3 wines from the estate.
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This excursion involves walking approximately 1,86 miles (3 km) on uneven ground and steps. We recommend you wear hiking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Dune of Pilat
From the pier, board your local coach, drive West of Bordeaux and cross the Landes de Gascogne forest before arriving in the Arcachon Bay region, a resort famous for its weather and oyster culture. A fragrant oasis surrounded by an immense forest of pine trees; a subdued ocean which nestles up against the wild sand-dunes; a long wreath of fine golden sand. This is Arcachon Bay with clean waters constantly renewed by the tide, and flights of thousand of migratory birds.
Here you will stop in Le Pyla to climb the highest sand dune in Europe with 110 metres height. A wooden stairs allows an easier climbing of the first half. From the top, you will discover a fantastic view over the entire Arcachon Bay in the North, over the Ocean in the West, and over the never ending Landes pine tree forest in the East.
Then, you will go to a nearby oyster farm port where you will visit a typical oyster farm. The owner will explain all about the oyster culture and will invite you to taste oysters with rye bread & butter, and dry white wine.
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This excursion involves walking on uneven ground and sand. Participants must be able to climb the 200 steps of the dune. We recommend you wear hiking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Visit of Château Smith Haut Lafitte
Following a customized tour of the estate, you will visit the owners' private cellar, taste the estate's first wine, both white and red, and the young vines in red.
Today, you will be invited to a special confidential wine tasting at Pessac-Léognan Classified Great Growth Château Smith Haut Lafitte estate. This great growth owes its reputation as "the quintessential Graves" to its superb Günz gravel terroir in a single block. The estate's history dates back to the Crusades. The Scottish navigator Georges Smith acquired the château in the 18th century and Monsieur Duffour-Dubergier, a Mayor of Bordeaux from a famous family of traders, was a subsequent owner.
Since its purchase by Florence and Daniel Cathiard in 1990, Smith Haut Lafitte has become one of the leading lights of Bordeaux thanks to its elegant, powerful red and white wines. In twenty years, the owners have not only brought the wine of Smith Haut Lafitte up to the very highest level, but also restored the château's 16th century tower, completely renovated two underground cellars, built their own cooperage, and introduced such organic methods as horse-drawn ploughing, home-made compost and the use of plant extracts.
Enchanted with this tasting of the finest wines of the Bordeaux wine region, historic cradle of the wine culture in the world, you will return to your ship.
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This tour involves moderate walking on paved and pebbled terrain. You must negotiate various steps to visit the property and its wine cellars. We recommend you wear comfortable shoes. This tour is not recommended to guests with limited mobility or in a wheelchair. This tour is limited to 25 participants.
Preisspanne:
Details
€€€: zwischen 100 € und 150 €
Der Preis für den Landausflug ist etwa zwei Monate vor Reiseantritt verfügbar.
Das vollständige Ausflugsprogramm, einschließlich der aktuellen Preise, erhalten Sie mit Ihren Reiseunterlagen vor dem Beginn Ihrer Kreuzfahrt.
Sie können Ihre PONANT Landausflüge ab ca. zwei Monate vor Abfahrt Ihrer Kreuzfahrt* vorab reservieren. Die Abrechnung erfolgt über das Bordkonto.
*Expeditionskreuzfahrten ausgeschlossen
Saint Emilion village & Château Soutard
There can be no better place to start a visit to this attractive region than UNESCO World Heritage Classified Saint Emilion region and village, heartland of the Merlot grape, which produces delicious, rich, round wines.
The vines on the "hill with a thousand châteaux", reach right up to Saint Emilion's 13th century town walls and surrounding moat dug out of solid rock. Members of the local wine brotherhood, the Jurats, proclaim the vintage banns in much the same way as their ancestors did during the reign of Richard the Lion heart.
You will visit the main monuments of the town: the Collegial church and its magnificent cloister from the 12th century, the ramparts (12th), the marketplace. Strolling in the streets, you will also see the Cadene gate and the King's Tower. You will then have some time at leisure for shopping.
Continue your discovery of the first UNESCO classified village by driving through the vineyard and going to the impressive Château Soutard where you will be explained the techniques of wine making during the visit of the cellars, before a wine tasting.
- This tour involves walking over cobblestone streets and some steps. We recommend you wear flat, comfortable walking shoes. This tour is not suitable for passengers with walking difficulties due to steep cobblestoned streets in Saint-Emilion in addition to several stairs in the château.
Preisspanne:
Details
€€: zwischen 50 € und 100 €
Der Preis für den Landausflug ist etwa zwei Monate vor Reiseantritt verfügbar.
Das vollständige Ausflugsprogramm, einschließlich der aktuellen Preise, erhalten Sie mit Ihren Reiseunterlagen vor dem Beginn Ihrer Kreuzfahrt.
Sie können Ihre PONANT Landausflüge ab ca. zwei Monate vor Abfahrt Ihrer Kreuzfahrt* vorab reservieren. Die Abrechnung erfolgt über das Bordkonto.
*Expeditionskreuzfahrten ausgeschlossen
Royan architecture tour
Renowned for its particularly mild oceanic climate, the French department of Charentes-Maritime is one of the sunniest regions on the French Atlantic coast. Between sea and countryside, discover exceptionally rich historical and cultural heritage.
Start your exploration by foot. Your local guide, architecture specialist, will focus on post-war unique architecture.
At the foot of the Gironde estuary and the Atlantic Ocean, Royan is a famous family seaside resort, renowned for its beautiful fine sandy beaches, its unique architecture, a mix between Belle Epoque villas and 1950s urban design – including the emblematic Church of Notre Dame, and its wide range of sporting and cultural activities for all ages. Totally destroyed by the Allied air bombings in 1945, the city of Royan has become a laboratory for modern architecture and urbanism. Since, it is considered as a unique example of the architecture of the 1950’s.
During this tour, you will discover the most beautiful sites of Royan, including the Cathedral of Royan, the covered market and the charming residential districts. After your guided walk, enjoy some free time in Royan before rejoining your ship.
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This tour involves walking approximately 2,5 miles (4 km) on mostly ground with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Oysters of Oleron Island
The island of Oléron has an area of 175 sq km, making it the largest of the French islands on the Atlantic coast. It has been a popular holiday destination with the development of thalassotherapy on the island during the second half of the 19th Century.
From the pier, board your local coach and drive to Oléron Island, enjoying views of the Charente coastline and its wetland marshes. While crossing Oléron bridge, enjoy a panoramic view of the Citadel of Château d’Oléron, a Vauban military fortification. Then, drive along the “Oyster Road” situated between Le Château d’Oléron and Boyardville.
This small coastal road, signposted “Route des Huîtres", winds between channels, colourful oyster huts and "claires”. Visit the oyster farming site of Fort Royer and enjoy a local seafood tasting, as well as other various sweet products. The Fort Royer nature site and oyster farm on the south coast of Boyardville stretches over a zone of 10 hectares, and it’s notable for its flora, wildlife and the beauty of its landscapes, especially the extraordinary views over the Ile d’Aix and the Charente straits. A living example of traditional oyster culture, the site includes a village of around 40 huts, a third of which are still in use.
After a short transfer, enjoy some free time to explore La Cotinière on your own, as it is one of the prettiest fishing ports of the Atlantic Coast. La Cotinière is the 11th largest French fishing port and the largest in Charente Maritime. There, you might have the chance to catch sight of some of the colourful trawlers, escorted by swarms of seagulls.
Reboard your coach and drive back to pier, enjoying scenic views of the salt marshes.
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This excursion involves walking on uneven ground. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Discover Belle-Ile-en-Mer
Laissez-vous tenter par une balade envoûtante dans le Morbihan calme et paisible, avec la découverte du village de Saint-Cado, petit îlot plein de charme au cœur de la rivière d’Etel.
L’île, accessible uniquement à pied et reliée par un pont, se dévoile le long des eaux paisibles de la Ria d’Etel. Une atmosphère unique règne sur ce petit bout de terre qui compte une vingtaine de maisons de pêcheurs et une magnifique chapelle romane du XIIe siècle. Un sentier permet de faire le tour de l’île à pied, offrant de sublimes points de vue sur la rivière et les paysages bretons. On y admire surtout ce qui fait la renommée de Saint-Cado : la fameuse petite maison aux volets bleus. Comme posée sur l’eau, cette demeure qui n’est accessible à pied qu’à marée basse fait le bonheur des photographes et des peintres.
Le programme complet de cette excursion sera prochainement dévoilé.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Ria d’Etel and Saint-Cado
Allow yourself to be tempted by a captivating walk in the calm and peaceful Morbihan, with the discovery of the village of Saint-Cado, a small islet full of charm at the heart of the Etel River, also known as the Ria d’Etel.
The island, which is only accessible on foot and connected by a bridge, will reveal itself along the peaceful waters of the Ria d’Etel. A unique atmosphere reigns on this small piece of land, which has around twenty fishermen’s houses and a magnificent 12th-century Romanesque chapel. There is a path you can walk all the way around the island, taking in sublime points of view over the river and the Breton landscapes. Above all, you will be able to admire one of the reasons behind Saint-Cado’s renown: the famous little house with the blue shutters. Standing as if it were placed on the water, this residence, only accessible by foot at low tide, is a delight for photographers and painters.
The full program for this excursion will be revealed soon.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Morlaix & megaliths
From the pier, board your local coach for a 1-hour drive to Plouézoc’h and its famous Barnenez cairn.
Upon arrival, follow your guide for a fascinating visit of the spectacular site of Barnenez cairn overlooking the sea. Built in the Neolithic period (4500 to 3500 BC), the tumulus (man-made earth mound) has been rediscovered in 1955 when it was used as a quarry. From 1955 to 1968 exavation and consolidation work was carried out and this enormous mound of stones regained its original appearance. André Marlaux described the megalithic monument as the “Breton Parthenon”. At 230 feet long and 82 feet wide at it western side, its size is astonishing.
Then, reboard your local coach for a short drive to Morlaix, a little town nestling in the hollow of a spectacular estuary among the foot-hills of the “Monts d'Arrée”. Enjoy a guided visit of the town and stroll around the "venelles" (little streets). Morlaix is is the only place to host the so-called ‘maisons à pondalez’ (overhanging houses), nestling among the other historic buildings. Constructed in the 16th century by linen merchants, these houses were built on three storeys around a monumental fireplace, a winding central staircase and wooden indoor walkways named ‘ponts d’allée’ – a derivation of the Breton term ‘pondalez’. Their half-timbered, overlapping storeys tower over the narrow streets leading off Place Allende, guiding you through the Breton Renaissance.
Before driving back to Roscoff, enjoy some free time in Morlaix to discover the charming streets on your own.
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This tour involves 1,2 miles (2 km) walking, on uneven ground, cobblestones and climbing streets. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Discover Batz island
From the pier, board your local coach for a short transfer to the ferry pier. From here, embark the ferry connecting Batz Island to the mainland. The 15-minute cruising offers beautiful views of the coast and the island.
Upon arrival, follow your guide for a short walk to the Georges Delaselle garden, passing by the Saint Anne chapel ruins. This quiet island conceals many treasures, the most remarkable living in the heart of its inhabitants : authenticity.
Then, enter an exceptional plant paradise, which is maintained for over 100 years: the Jardin Georges Delaselle. The exotic plants from Chile, California, Australia and South Africa benefit from the warm Gulf Stream. Every inches of the garden is an invitation to travel: you will be fascinated by the Maori garden or the Palm Canyon, while admiring the heaven-storming blue snake heads. This fantastic garden bears the seal of the "Jardin remarquable" from French Ministry of Culture since 2005, and is a true conservatory of global biodiversity, preserving many endangered plants in their natural environments.
After your guided visit enjoy a moment of free time to explore the charming island on your own, before getting back to the pier for your ferry cruise back to Roscoff.
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This tour involves 2,1 miles (3,5 km) walking, on uneven ground. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a windproof jacket. The ferry boat is NOT privatised for PONANT guests and has to respect daily schedules.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Kerjean Castle & Roscoff
From the pier, embark you local coach for your scenic drive to Saint Vougay.
Upon arrival, follow your guide for a visit of Kerjean Castle, one of the finest Renaissance buildings in Brittany. Built in the second part of the 16th century, the castle also has a park covering a total area of around 25 acres, completed with a Renaissance fountain and dovecote. Pass the impressive ramparts of the castle, enter the main courtyard and enjoy views of the beautiful abode, the chapel and the castle arches. The volutes, pilasters and small columns on the facade of the structure highlight this castle’s original style, inspired by famous Renaissance models.
Following your journey back to Renaissance times, discover the castle’s collection of locally-made furniture, recalling in an accurate manner, the way of living of one of the "wildest area" of Brittany. You will have time to stroll in the park among Renaissance fountains, to discover the dovecote and the pillory, before getting back to your coach.
Then, you will enjoy the drive back to Roscoff. Downtown, discover the ship owner’s houses. These elegant granite mansions with decorative gables are evidence of Roscoff’s prosperity in the Renaissance, when ship owners and privateers built themselves comfortable houses near the church and the harbor. The Armand Rousseau street contains several, and there are more in the church square. The finest of them, in the Amiral Réveillère street, is known as the "Maison de Marie Stuart".
After your visit, your coach will bring you back directly to the pier.
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This tour involves walking approximately 1,2 mile (2 km) on mostly flat ground, few steps at the castle and cobblestone. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.The privateer's city of Saint-Malo
Depart from pier and enjoy a walking guided visit of Saint-Malo leading to the Asfeld Hotel.
As you stroll around the quaint narrow streets, your knowledgeable guide points out sites of historical interest. View the castle, part of the ramparts protecting the town, the town's typical streets, the house of Duchess Ann, and the cathedral. Also, get acquainted with the more famous personalities of Saint-Malo, such as Jacques Cartier, Duguay-Trouin, Surcouf, and the well-known romantic writer Chateaubriand. Enter the Asfeld Hotel for a visit of this former Privateer's house, followed by a cider tasting. This Manor house has been built by François-Auguste Magon de La Lande, privateer and merchant. He was one of the most powerful ship-owner in the heyday of Saint-Malo and a director of the French East Indies Company. Built in 1725, the house is listed as a Historic Monument (interior and exterior) so as to protect its authenticity and guarantee that the restoration respects historical accuracy.
Here you will enjoy a glass of cider before walking back to pier and your awaiting ship.
- The visit of Saint-Malo is done entirely on foot, covering approximately 2 miles (3.5 km) including uphill and downhill walking, many steps and cobble stone streets. This tour is not recommended for guests with any mobility challenges. We recommend you to wear comfortable walking shoes.
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From the pier, board your coach and start your 30-minute drive to Cancale.
Picturesque fishing village, Cancale is renowned for its “bancs d’huîtres” (oyster’s beds). The gardeners of the sea work from the parks to the farms thousands of oysters up to the time they are ready to please the gourmet.
En-route, you will discover an oyster farm. During your guided visit of the “Ferme Marine”, you will learn more about the work of the oyster farmer and the workshop (tanks, washing, conditioning). Normally, you will have the opportunity to see the farmer during her/his working day.
Following your visit, you will enjoy an oyster tasting accompanied with a glass of wine.
Then, you will drive to Cancale fishing port to enjoy a walking guided tour along “La Houle” and historical seamen neighborhood before having some free time to explore by yourself.
After, your tour will continue to La Pointe du Grouin nature reserve. At the Northern end of the department, in the commune of Cancale, the “Pointe du Grouin” houses the most important coastal bird nesting site of Ille-et-Vilaine.
Dominated by a semaphore built in 1861, the Pointe du Grouin offers a panoramic view of the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel and the coast of the Channel to the east, and a succession of handles and points to Cap Fréhel to the west.
- This excursion involves approximately 1 km of walking on uneven ground with some steps. The tasting includes six oysters and a glass of white wine. Farmer’s work sightings cannot be guaranteed. No farmer’s work sightings during weekends and public holidays. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Mont-Saint-Michel bay hiking
From the pier, board your local coach and join directly the Mont Saint Michel which “is to the ocean what the Pyramid of Cheops is to the desert” as Victor Hugo put it.
Upon arrival, your guide will give you a short security briefing before starting your hike. Then, discover the bay from a unique point of view: from inside. This hike will allow you to discover the famous shifting sands and unusual views on the Mont Saint Michel and the Rock of Tombelaine, located in the middle of the bay. Follow your passionate guide on this impressive desert and humid stretch of land, home to an important and specific biodiversity. Your guide will explain the tides, fauna and flora, will show you the quicksand safely.
After this unique experience head back to your ship.
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This excursion involves walking approximately 3 hours on uneven ground and wet sand. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and bring neoprene shoes to walk on the sand and a towel from the ship to dry your feet afterwards. It is also possible to walk barefoot in the bay. We also recommend you wear short or bermuda to avoid wetting your clothes, and bring a raincoat, a hat, water and sun cream. This excursion is only possible at low tide and depends on weather conditions. The tour is limited to 30 partipants.
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€€€: zwischen 100 € und 150 €
Der Preis für den Landausflug ist etwa zwei Monate vor Reiseantritt verfügbar.
Das vollständige Ausflugsprogramm, einschließlich der aktuellen Preise, erhalten Sie mit Ihren Reiseunterlagen vor dem Beginn Ihrer Kreuzfahrt.
Sie können Ihre PONANT Landausflüge ab ca. zwei Monate vor Abfahrt Ihrer Kreuzfahrt* vorab reservieren. Die Abrechnung erfolgt über das Bordkonto.
*Expeditionskreuzfahrten ausgeschlossen
Mont-Saint-Michel
From the pier, you will board your coach for the one-hour drive to the Mont-Saint-Michel. On arrival, you will change your transportation and take a shuttle to reach the village entrance.
Your walking exploration will start at the foot of the island. This jewel of France, according to Victor Hugo 'is to the ocean what the Pyramid of Cheops is to the desert'.
At first, you will discover the Mont surrounded by the bay's fragile and natural setting of fauna and flora. You will continue through the narrow streets of the medieval village and walk up to the Abbey for a guided visit inside the abbey, achievement of passionate builders. Taking its inspiration from a dream, the monastery was founded in the 10th century and today welcomes modern pilgrims following the century-old tradition.
After lunch in a famous local restaurant, enjoy some time at leisure for independent sightseeing and shopping before rejoining your guide to take the shuttle back to the parking.
Finally, you will board you coach for your transfer to Saint Malo and your ship.
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The visit of Mont-Saint-Michel is done entirely on foot, covering approximately 1.2 miles (2 km), including uphill and downhill walking on cobblestone streets with more than 350 steps to negotiate, mainly to reach the Abbey. This tour is not recommended for guests with any mobility challenges. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Toilets are available by the bus parking lot, please have 0.40€ handy. The shuttle used to reach the foot of the Mont from the parking lot is not exclusive to PONANT guests. Appropriate clothing is required to enter religious sites: shoulders and knees must be covered.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Guernsey coastal walk
The North coast of Guernsey offers the walkers a perfect playground with a long beautiful shoreline. After a short transfer to L'Ancresse Bay, start your beautiful walk with its sandy beach and clear turquoise waters and follow the coast passing Fort Le Marchant and Fort Doyle. A short detour inland brings you to one of the most fascinating prehistoric sites in the Island; Le Dehus Burial Chamber, a prehistoric passage grave.
Back on the coast, you come to a tiny harbour which overlooks the neighbouring islands and the remains of an impressive castle, Vale Castle. Your local coach awaits there.
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This excursion involves walking approximately 4,3 miles (7 km) on mostly flat ground, coastal paths and sand. We recommend you wear comfortable hiking shoes and a wind-proof jacket. Bring water from the ship.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Rocquette Cider Farm
Rocquette Cider Farm is a family farm nestled in the shelter of a sun-soaked valley in the heart of Guernsey, surrounded by 5,500 trees that comprise the Rocquette Cider orchards. They are committed to their organic ethos and work in detail at every step of the process.
Upon arrival at the farm, start with a guided tour of the apple orchards, enjoying the beautiful scenery, learning about the history of cider making and how Rocquette cider and other products are made. This will be followed by a tasting where you can experience their draught cider, still ciders and fruit liqueurs. This will all be served by your friendly host along with a selection of local cheeses and apple chutneys.
After your tour enjoy a scenic drive back to St Peter's Port, wit a short stop to see The Little Chapel.
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This tour involves walking and standing approximately 90 minutes. We recommend you wear comfortable waking shoes and bring a wind-proof raincoat.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Steam train & river cruise
Join a public ferry for a transfer up the pretty River Dart, passing stunning scenery all the while. Agatha Christie’s House, Greenway, sits here on the banks of the river in its idyllic setting.
Upon arrival at Kingswear station you will board the steam train. The ride takes you through breathtaking, picturesque scenery through the wooded slopes of Long Wood bordering the Dart Estuary, and along the spectacular English Riviera Geopark coast line to Paignton. You will enjoy a short stop here before returning the same way back to Dartmouth.
- As the timetable is not available at the moment we are publishing, please note the tour may need to be extended slightly, depending on what time the trains and river cruises are running. Both Paignton and Kingswear stations have level access to the platforms. Ramps are provided for wheelchair access onto the Guards van and the designated wheelchair area for each train in service. Dependant on wheelchair size up to 4 wheelchairs can normally be accommodated. To board the ferry between Kingswear and Dartmouth, intending passengers must be aware that at certain states of the tide (very low spring tides), there is a significant angle to the pontoons on both sides of the river. This tour is conducted in English only.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Sandridge Barton winery
Enjoy a scenic drive through the Devonshire countryside to arrive at the Sandridge Barton Estate on the banks of the River Dart.
Visit Sandridge Barton, the home of Sharpham wine, one of the earliest pioneers of the English wine industry with a history stretching back over 40 years. Gain a true understanding of the winemaking processes and enjoy an instructive wine tasting experience. You will be escorted through three wines, beginning with the methods used in the vineyard and ending with a visit of the winemaking facilities.
After the tasting, you will get the opportunity to taste two local Devon cheeses before returning to Dartmouth.
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This excursion involves walking on mostly flat ground with some steps inside the winery. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a raincoat.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Greenway House & gardens
Make the delightful journey up the river Dart by boat. After a 30-minute sailing, arrive at Greenway House and Gardens.
Agatha Christie made Greenway her holiday home from 1938 until 1959. Take the opportunity to view the many personal collections and mementoes of our best-loved mystery writer and her family in a house that portrays the spirit of a holiday home in its 1950s heyday. Here, Agatha Christie gathered with her family and friends for long summer days together, often to celebrate a novel just completed for publication. Visit the house before taking a stroll around the gardens.
The most nostalgic and magical of gardens, evoking a past world of long summer holidays and secret places waiting to be discovered, was described by previous owner Agatha Christie as "the loveliest place in the world". The beautiful garden is renowned for its rare half-hardy plants, under planted with drifts of native wild flowers. Among the many corners to explore are a Victorian fernery, an exquisitely restored vinery and the enigmatic "Raleigh's boathouse".
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The walk from Greenway quay to visitor reception is steep in places along a winding bark chip path through the Greenway woodland. The 750 metres (800 yards) walk takes about 10 minutes and there are plenty of benches for resting or admiring the view on the way. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility due to the steep hill and getting on and off the boats. Walking in the gardens is at guest's discretion. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and waterproof clothes.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Britannia Royal Naval College
Since 1863, Dartmouth and the River Dart have been the home of initial Naval Officer training in the United Kingdom. Today it is the only remaining Naval Officer College in the country, fulfilling a vital role in training Naval Officer cadets, not only from Britain, but those from the Commonwealth and all over the world.
After a short transfer, enjoy a special tour of the Britannia Royal Naval College, where you will be taken into the heart of the College, from the elegant chapel, through to areas including the Quaterdeck, Parade Ground, Senior Gun Room and Britannia Heritage Museum.
The visit of this iconic building will offer an informative narrative allowing you to appreciate the rich history, role and relevance of this place and the naval training conducted here today.
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This tour involves walking and standing approximately 2 hours, on mostly flat ground, with several staircases to negotiate. Please be aware that most of the floors in the College are polished wood, therefore sensible, comfortable footwear is strongly recommended. Regrettably, wheelchair access is limited and mobility scooters cannot be accommodated. Everyone wishing to gain access to the College will need photographic ID (usually a Passport, Driving Licence or Senior Citizens’ Bus Pass).
Preisspanne:
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€€€€: mehr als 150 €
Der Preis für den Landausflug ist etwa zwei Monate vor Reiseantritt verfügbar.
Das vollständige Ausflugsprogramm, einschließlich der aktuellen Preise, erhalten Sie mit Ihren Reiseunterlagen vor dem Beginn Ihrer Kreuzfahrt.
Sie können Ihre PONANT Landausflüge ab ca. zwei Monate vor Abfahrt Ihrer Kreuzfahrt* vorab reservieren. Die Abrechnung erfolgt über das Bordkonto.
*Expeditionskreuzfahrten ausgeschlossen
Le Bellot
Wie die anderen Schiffe der PONANT-EXPLORERS-Serie wurde auch Le Bellot so konzipiert, dass es seinen Passagieren absoluten Komfort bietet, und dies selbst an den entlegensten Regionen der Welt.
Schnittige Linien, modernste Ausstattung, raffiniertes Design, eine ebenso gediegene wie gemütliche Atmosphäre sowie die begrenzte Anzahl von Kabinen tragen zur Modernität von Le Bellot bei – einzigartig auf dem Kreuzfahrtmarkt.
Decks
Lektor
An Bord Ihres Schiffes bieten Ihnen ausgewählte Lektoren kulturelle und historische Einblicke, damit Sie noch mehr über Ihr Reiseziel erfahren können: den Ursprung der lokalen Traditionen, die Geschichte symbolischer Orte, berühmte Persönlichkeiten und historische Helden... Die Experten begleiten Sie während der gesamten Kreuzfahrt, an Bord und bei den Ausflügen an Land, um ihr Know-how und ihre Einsichten mit Ihnen zu teilen.
Inkludierte Landausflüge
Während der Reise profitieren Sie von einem im Reisepreis inbegriffenen Landausflug pro Person und pro Anlaufhafen, auszuwählen aus einem von PONANT zusammengestellten Angebot. Ob Sie nun ein Museum oder eine UNESCO-Welterbestätte besuchen, eine Aktivität in der Natur unternehmen oder lokale Produkte probieren oder an einer der vielen anderen einmaligen Aktivitäten teilnehmen, eine Vielfalt von ansprechenden und sorgfältig vorbereiteten Ausflügen erwartet Sie unterwegs.
*Die Vorreservierungen werden etwa zwei Monate vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt geöffnet.Anfragen werden je nach Verfügbarkeit in der Reihenfolge ihres Eingangs bearbeitet.
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Porto city tour & wine tasting
From the pier, board your coach and start your 30-minute scenic drive to Porto.
Upon arrival, you will visit the Francis Church which is the most prominent Gothic monument in Porto and is also noted for its outstanding Baroque inner decoration.
You will continue your walk to the riverside, also known as the Ribeira one of Port’s landmarks, you will enjoy free time for shopping and stroll around this area.
You will then be driven to the Taylor’s wine cellar. Taylor’s is the archetypal Port house and it wines the quintessential Ports. Established over three centuries ago in 1692, Taylor’s is one of the oldest of the founding Port houses. It is dedicated entirely to the production of Port wine and in particular to its finest styles. Above all, Taylor’s is regarded as the benchmark for Vintage Port.
Noted for their elegance and poise as well as for their restrained power and longevity, Taylor’s Vintage Ports are blended from the finest wines of the firm’s own quintas or estates, Vargellas, Terra Feita and Junco. These three iconic properties, each occupying a distinct geographic location and with their own unique character, are the cornerstone of the company’s success and the main source of its unique and inimitable house style.
Taylor’s is also respected as a producer of wood aged ports and holds one of the largest reserves of rare cask aged wines from which its distinguished aged tawny Ports are drawn. The house is also known as the originator of Late Bottled Vintage, a style which the firm pioneered and of which it remains the leading producer. Based in Porto and the Douro Valley the family company is closely involved in all stages of the production of its Ports, from the planting of the vineyard, the cultivation of the grapes to the making, ageing, blending and the bottling of the wines. The family’s commitment to the future of Port is demonstrated in its single-minded dedication to the highest standards in Port production, its continued investment in all aspects of the firm’s operations and its determination to preserve the unique environment of the Douro Valley through the promotion of sustainable and responsible viticulture.
Following your visit and wine tasting, join your coach with a 30-minute drive back to the ship.
- This tour involves moderate walking on both uneven and flat surfaces and includes several steps inside the monuments and the wine cellar. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. The tour is not recommended for guests with limited mobility. Appropriate clothing is required to enter religious sites: shoulders and knees must be covered. The wine tasting is included on your tour. In case of religious services, the visit of the church will be an outside visit only.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Santiago de Compostela
From the pier, you will board your coach and drive to Santiago de Compostela (a one-hour and fifteen-minute drive), one of the most important cities in Europe and the third most important place in the world for Christian pilgrimage.
Your tour will start by the Obradoiro Square where your guide will present you all the details of this square during a walking tour. You can admire the Cathedral, the Town hall, the Pazo (Palace of Saint Jerome) and the Hostal dos Reis Católicos. This former hospital was built in 1501 by orders of Ferdinand of Aragon and Isabella of Castile to welcome unwell pilgrims and replace the old hospital which was then on the current Plaza de la Azabachería. Today it continues to fulfil its function of hosting service to the traveller, although it has a luxurious character. Every day, a dozen pilgrims carrying their compostela (pilgrim certificate) are allowed in the kitchen to graciously receive a meal.
Your guide will give you a complete description of the outside of the Cathedral and will show you the Jubilee Door which is only opened for the pardons of each Jubilee Year.
Then, you will have some time at leisure to walk along the historical streets before meeting your guide at the Hostal dos Reis Católicos, for the lunch served in one of the dining rooms of the hotel.
Before boarding your coach to Vigo, you will enjoy an inside visit of the Cathedral with the tomb of Saint James, maybe the most important piece of the Cathedral, the “Portico da Gloria” whose lintels were laid in place in 1188, one of the capital works of mediaeval sculpture. You will also visit the museum of the Cathedral.
- This tour involves 2 km (1,5 mile) of walking on cobblestone streets with many steps during the Cathedral visit. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate dress is recommended to enter religious sites (shoulders and knees covered). The lunch is included in your tour.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Vigo & Baiona
From the pier, you will board your coach and start your scenic drive towards Monte Castro. Once arriving, you will enjoy a panoramic view on Vigo, its bay and its harbour.
Jules Verne wrote that Captain Nemo’s best kept secret was in Vigo. Did you know that this is where the Nautilus submarine came to stock up on gold? In Vigo’s estuary there are dozens of sunken ships loaded with the gold from the Americas, treasures that have not yet come to light.
Back to coach, you will drive to Baiona, one of the most important and characteristic fishing villages on the Galicia coast.
Here you will visit Parador Monterreal, an imposing 16th-century building that has been converted into a hotel. The fortress of Monterreal is highly evocative of times long past, with its walls (dating from the 11th to 17th centuries) and its mediaeval towers: the Reloxo, the Tenaza and the Príncipe Cativo. The walls are ideal for a pleasant stroll around the area, known as the Monte Boi Promenade, offering perfect views over the whole of Galicia’s southern coastline, and of course the town of Baiona.
Then, you will discover old centre of the village with the remains of its ancient walls. A walk through the historic centre reveals impressive pazos (manor houses), such as that of the Correa family (from the 18th century), now the town hall with a tall tower, coats of arms and beautiful balconies; the Casa Ceta (or Casa do Perdón) from the 14th century; the Casa Mendoza (or Casa do Deán) with arched walkways beneath (from the 18th century) and a superb Baroque façade, or the Casa de Salgado (from the 17th century).
Finally, re-board your coach and start your return drive to Vigo, a 45-minute drive.
- This tour involves 2 km (1,5 mile) of walking on cobblestone streets with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela
From the pier, you will board your coach and drive to your starting point of your hiking on the way of cross, 45-minute drive.
You will walk on the Spanish part of the way of cross borrowed by the pilgrims, to this day, to join Santiago de Compostela.
Santiago de Compostela is one of the most important cities in Europe and the third most important place in the world for Christian pilgrimage.
Once arriving, you will discover the Obradoiro Square where your guide will present you all the details of this square during a walking tour. You can admire the Cathedral, the Town hall, the Pazo (Palace of Saint Jerome) and the Hostal dos Reis Católicos. This former hospital was built in 1501 by orders of Ferdinand of Aragon and Isabella of Castile to welcome unwell pilgrims and replace the old hospital which was then on the current Plaza de la Azabachería. Today it continues to fulfil its function of hosting service to the traveller, although it has a luxurious character. Every day, a dozen pilgrims carrying their compostela (pilgrim certificate) are allowed in the kitchen to graciously receive a meal.
Your guide will give you a complete description of the outside of the Cathedral and will show you the Jubilee Door which is only opened for the pardons of each Jubilee Year.
Then, you will have some time at leisure to walk along the historical streets before meeting your guide at the Hostal dos Reis Católicos, for the lunch served in one of the dining rooms of the hotel.
Continue with an inside visit of the Cathedral with the tomb of Saint James, maybe the most important piece of the Cathedral, the “Portico da Gloria” whose lintels were laid in place in 1188, one of the capital works of mediaeval sculpture. You will also visit the museum of the Cathedral.
Finally, reboard your coach to join your ship, a one-hour and fifteen-minute drive.
- This tour involves active walking on uneven grounds and cobblestone streets with many steps during the Cathedral visit. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate dress is recommended to enter religious sites (shoulders and knees covered). The lunch is included in your tour.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Pazo de Rubianes & wine tasting
From the pier, you will board your coach and start your 1-hour drive to Villagarcia.
Once arriving, you will visit the Pazo de Rubianes. Located in the Arousa estuary (Pontevedra), it is one of the three official lordships in Spain. The main building was constructed in the 15th century. In the 18th century the tower was pulled down, and a summer residence with rectangular plan was created. The gardens, with more than 11 hectares, have remarkable eucalyptus trees with perimeters of 12 meters, olives and magnolias. It has geometrical flowerbeds of French style, with sequoias and camphors. Its grandiose magnolias Magnolia grandiflora L. have been included in the Galician Monumental Tree Catalogue.
With an area of 25 hectares, the vineyard of Pazo de Rubianes is the largest in the region of Salnés. Don Gonzalo Ozores of Urcola - eighteenth Lord of the House of Rubianes and Marqués de Aranda- and his wife, Mrs. Paloma Rey Fernández Latorre, were responsible for the recovery of ancient vineyards and the new vineyard project that took place between the years 1997 and 1999. Don Gonzalo, great lover of his estate, had a great devotion for his vineyards and planned to produce wine on the property again. But he could not fulfil his dream before his death in 2006. His wife, Mrs. Paloma, picked up the baton in order to realise the desire of her husband. In 2009, ten years after the recovery of the vineyards, the first wine of this new winery of Pazo de Rubianes was bottled. Built in the 15th century, the cellar smells now like wine again, and allows to preserve the quality of each vintage. Only slightly less than 30 % of the grapes produced in the vineyards of Pazo de Rubianes are chosen to give rise to these exclusive wines with which each year comes the new crop of Pazo de Rubianes and García Caamaño wines.
After enjoying a walking tour on the gardens and the cellar, you will enjoy a tasting of this exclusive wine accompanied with tapas.
Finally, re-board your coach and start your return drive to Vigo, a 1-hour drive.
- This tour involves 2 km (1,5 mile) of walking on uneven paths with mud sometimes and some steps to enter the manor at Rubianes. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. The tasting is included on your tour. The tour of the gardens will be guided by the Botanical experts of the estate and translate in French by your guide. This tour is limited to 50 participants.
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Der Preis für den Landausflug ist etwa zwei Monate vor Reiseantritt verfügbar.
Das vollständige Ausflugsprogramm, einschließlich der aktuellen Preise, erhalten Sie mit Ihren Reiseunterlagen vor dem Beginn Ihrer Kreuzfahrt.
Sie können Ihre PONANT Landausflüge ab ca. zwei Monate vor Abfahrt Ihrer Kreuzfahrt* vorab reservieren. Die Abrechnung erfolgt über das Bordkonto.
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Bilbao & Guggenheim Museum
Bilbao is a constantly evolving city and a dynamic metropolis where traditions and relics of the past live side by side with futuristic buildings recognised throughout the world as icons of modernity. This excursion will allow you to admire both aspects of the economic and cultural capital of the Basque Country.
From the pier, board your coach and proceed to the famous Guggenheim Museum designed by Frank Gehry.
This imposing and unmistakable titanium, granite and glass building reflected in the river houses important works of contemporary art. Designed by American architect Frank Gehry, the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao building represents a magnificent example of the most groundbreaking 20th-century architecture. With 24,000 m2, of which 11,000 are dedicated to exhibition space, the museum represents an architectural landmark of audacious configuration and innovating design, providing a seductive backdrop for the art exhibited in it. Altogether, Gehry's design creates a spectacular sculpture-like structure, perfectly integrated within Bilbao's urban pattern and its surrounding area. It was built between 1993 and 1997 representing the recovery of the banks of the river, redeveloping them for culture and leisure. The finish of the approximately 33,000 extremely thin titanium sheets provides a rough and organic effect, adding to the material's colour changes depending on the weather and light conditions. The other two materials used in the building, limestone and glass, harmonise perfectly, achieving an architectural design with a great visual impact that has now become a real icon of the city throughout the world.
Your tour will continue with a stroll around the old town with its handsome Renaissance, Baroque and Modernist buildings, where you will have the chance to admire the façade of the Cathedral of Santiago, example of Gothic architecture, and the elegant Plaza Nueva, with its distinctive porticoes.
After the tour, you will be transferred back to your awaiting ship.
- This tour involves approximately 1.5 km (1 mile) of walking on flat and cobblestones streets with some steps. It is not recommended to guests with limited mobility. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Please note that due to the limited availability of guides, a QR code will be provided, permitting to download the audioguide content on your personal smartphone.
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Discover the Cantabrian corniche, the fishing port of Bermeo and historic Guernica. From the pier, travel along the colorful Biscayan coastline and see the dramatic views of the Cantabrian corniche.
You will first visit Guernica, once the capital of the Basque Country. The local lords and kings met here in democratic assembly to promise to respect the special laws of Vizcaya. On 26th April 1937, during the Spanish Civil War, the town was razed to the ground by German aircraft, sent by Hitler to support Franco's troops. Discover the Picasso’s Guernika mural reproduction, illustrating the bombing and showing the tragedy of war.
During your visit, see also the petrified trunk of an oak tree that miraculously survived the horrific bombing raid. In the Park of Europe are the famous sculptures, symbolising Gernika-Lumo as a city of peace. See from outside the Casa de Juntas, where the Basque parliament has convened since 1979.
Continue to Bermeo, one of the area's most important fishing ports in the region. This colourful, working town has a large deep-sea fishing fleet that regularly operates off the coast of the Azores and southern Africa. See the popular Basque style architecture reflected in the fishermen's houses.
After the visit, drive to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe for a photostop before returning to the pier in Bilbao.
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This tour involves 1 mile (1.5 km) of walking on cobblestone streets in Bermeo and inclines in Guernica. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes.
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From the pier, board your local coach for a scenic drive to Bermeo.
On your way, discover the rural beauty of the Basque country. As you travel through countryside dotted with secluded farmhouses and along the Biscayan Coast with its steep cliffs and isolated beaches, listen to your guide explanation.
Upon arrival, enjoy a guided walk of Bermeo, a charming city with a beautiful fishing harbour, which was the provincial capital until 1602. In the old quarter, be impressed by the Gothic Church of San Francisco, the 18th-century town hall and the neoclassical Church of Santa Maria.
Continue your journey through countryside and reach you next destination: Cellar Gorka Izaguirre. This local winery production owes its success to the passion of the team and of course the local grapes, Hondarrabi Zuri and Hondarrabi Zerratia. These delicate varieties are descendents of Basque farm houses, grown in the Northeast Atlantic. The bunches are small and concentrated which keeps them full of personality; the result is a wine with a unique identity. The coastal air, steep hilly slopes, southeast morning sun, well-aerated plots green lush hillsides impart a unique freshness and character to their wines.
After a visit of the winery, enjoy a wine tasting moment with local tapas.
Then, get back to the coach for the return trip to the pier.
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This excursion involves walking 0,9 mile (1,5 km) on uneven grounds, cobblestones, and some inclines. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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Der Preis für den Landausflug ist etwa zwei Monate vor Reiseantritt verfügbar.
Das vollständige Ausflugsprogramm, einschließlich der aktuellen Preise, erhalten Sie mit Ihren Reiseunterlagen vor dem Beginn Ihrer Kreuzfahrt.
Sie können Ihre PONANT Landausflüge ab ca. zwei Monate vor Abfahrt Ihrer Kreuzfahrt* vorab reservieren. Die Abrechnung erfolgt über das Bordkonto.
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Gourmet guided walking tour of Bordeaux
Departure on foot from the ship berth for a walking tour of the UNESCO classified city of Bordeaux.
Take advantage of this short guided walking tour of Bordeaux city centre to discover some local traditional specialties, like chocolate, canelé cake, cheese, and of course Bordeaux wine.
Walk by the Grand Theatre, built by Victor Louis in 1773, one of the most beautiful in Europe and a pure work of art from the 18th century. Continue through the old Bordeaux district towards the Parlement (parliament) and Bourse (stock-exchange) Squares, before reaching the Cathedral Saint André and City Hall area. End the tour with the luxury boutiques district, called “the triangle” by the locals, and the Quinconces square.
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This tour is not suitable for persons with walking difficulties as it includes walking long distances, sometimes on cobblestoned streets. The tour will be on foot only. We recommend you wear flat, comfortable walking shoes. This tour is subject to a minimum of 10 participants.
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Once called the “Sleeping Beauty”, Bordeaux has awaken, and is listed as UNESCO World Heritage site since 2007. This distinction recognises the beauty and uniqueness of the architectural heritage style of Bordeaux, which has developed harmoniously over the centuries, while remaining remarkably preserved.
You will discover the Chartrons district where the wine trade was born, the Place des Quinconces, the largest square in Europe with its column commemorating the French Revolution, the Place de la Bourse, jewel of the façade of the quays with the Porte Cailhau. You will then walk from Place Pey Berland where you will find the Town Hall and the Cathedral, to Place de la Comédie and its Grand Théâtre, the Opera of the city in service since the 18th century, before re-embarking on your coach.
Your panoramic tour of Bordeaux will end at La Cité du Vin, an exhibition venue on the theme of wine inaugurated in 2016. By 2018, no less than 450,000 were pushing the door of this unique architecture, which reveals all the wealth and diversity of the world's wine. The Cité du Vin is an original cultural facility dedicated to wine as a cultural, universal and living heritage. It offers a spectacular journey around the world, through the ages, in all cultures. At the end of your visit through the permanent exhibition, a glass of wine will be offered on the 8th floor of the Cité du Vin offering a panoramic view of Bordeaux.
Your excursion will continue on the other side of the street, with a stop at the Halles de Bacalan, the new gourmet market hall of Bordeaux, rehabilitating and modernising the concept of the markets of yesteryear.
The many stalls animated by artisans, traders and producers - selected for their know-how and their complementarity - favour short circuits, 85% of the products on offer are from the area. A tasting of some of these products will be offered during your visit.
The tour will end with the short return trip to the ship.
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We recommend you wear flat and comfortable walking shoes. The order of the visits can vary and the internal visit of the Cathedral Saint André is dependent on the celebrations of the day.
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Neuvic Estate spreads out over 19 hectares at the confluence of the Isle and Vern rivers, in the town of Neuvic.
It is situated on the land of a farm dating back to before the French Revolution, which left traces and memories that can still be seen and felt on the stone walls. The Isle River is omnipresent, whether crossing the property or bordering its contours with its meanders flanked by imposing chalky cliffs.
Domaine de Neuvic produces and markets the Caviar de Neuvic. It also produces caviar for other brands in accordance with precise specifications. Domaine de Neuvic is first and foremost synonymous with an innovative and stringent quality approach.
In 2013, Domaine de Neuvic received the acclaim of the Association France Initiative, chaired by Mr. Schweitzer, as one of ten "remarkable companies" in France. This title rewards its innovative approach, promotion of its region and recognition of human capital as a criterion for the overall success of the company.
During the visit of the estate, your guide will tell you all the secrets of sturgeons breeding and how to make caviar.
At the end of the visit, you will have the opportunity to taste the estate’s caviar, with a glass of sparkling wine!
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We recommend you wear flat, comfortable walking shoes. This tour involves 1 ½ hour transfer each way.
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€€: zwischen 50 € und 100 €
Der Preis für den Landausflug ist etwa zwei Monate vor Reiseantritt verfügbar.
Das vollständige Ausflugsprogramm, einschließlich der aktuellen Preise, erhalten Sie mit Ihren Reiseunterlagen vor dem Beginn Ihrer Kreuzfahrt.
Sie können Ihre PONANT Landausflüge ab ca. zwei Monate vor Abfahrt Ihrer Kreuzfahrt* vorab reservieren. Die Abrechnung erfolgt über das Bordkonto.
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Hike at Château Boutinet
Walk, wine and tapas food : the perfect combination!
From the pier, board your local coach for a 1 hour-transfer to Château Boutinet.
Upon arrival, meet Nathalie, the owner of Château Boutinet wine estate. For Nathalie, a visit to her estate rhymes with conviviality. This 17th century winery under refurbishment has been brought back to life with the passion of the owners for wine making and hospitality.
You will start with a walk around the property and discover the grape vines and the beautiful surrounding forest. Nathalie and her dog will guide you on foot through the vineyard, explaining her work in the vines, the challenges of a wine producer's life, and organic wine making technics.
After effort comes comfort: Back to the estate, Nathalie will invite you to a homemade tapas tasting sampling some of the local delicacies paired with 3 wines from the estate.
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This excursion involves walking approximately 1,86 miles (3 km) on uneven ground and steps. We recommend you wear hiking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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Close to Saint Emilion, Château de La Dauphine is a gem, an elegant blend between history and green modernity. Their remarkable wine tourism experiences were recently acknowledged with several gold awards: in 2014 for the Architecture & Landscape category, in 2016 for the food category, in 2018 for Sustainable Wine Tourism Practices and in 2020 for the Innovative Wine Tourism Experiences category. Château de La Dauphine was also 2020 International winner of the contest Best of Wine Tourism.
After a 45 minute-transfer, start a “green tour” with your guide. During this visit you will discover the property’s ethical and environmental initiatives: work in the vineyard, the beehives, biodynamic workshop, aquaponics, the permaculture vegetable garden and the scented garden.
Then, enjoy a delicious tasting of the estate production such as honey, Merlot jelly and three wines.
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This excursion involves walking on uneven ground and steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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From the pier, board your local coach, drive West of Bordeaux and cross the Landes de Gascogne forest before arriving in the Arcachon Bay region, a resort famous for its weather and oyster culture. A fragrant oasis surrounded by an immense forest of pine trees; a subdued ocean which nestles up against the wild sand-dunes; a long wreath of fine golden sand. This is Arcachon Bay with clean waters constantly renewed by the tide, and flights of thousand of migratory birds.
Here you will stop in Le Pyla to climb the highest sand dune in Europe with 110 metres height. A wooden stairs allows an easier climbing of the first half. From the top, you will discover a fantastic view over the entire Arcachon Bay in the North, over the Ocean in the West, and over the never ending Landes pine tree forest in the East.
Then, you will go to a nearby oyster farm port where you will visit a typical oyster farm. The owner will explain all about the oyster culture and will invite you to taste oysters with rye bread & butter, and dry white wine.
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This excursion involves walking on uneven ground and sand. Participants must be able to climb the 200 steps of the dune. We recommend you wear hiking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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Following a customized tour of the estate, you will visit the owners' private cellar, taste the estate's first wine, both white and red, and the young vines in red.
Today, you will be invited to a special confidential wine tasting at Pessac-Léognan Classified Great Growth Château Smith Haut Lafitte estate. This great growth owes its reputation as "the quintessential Graves" to its superb Günz gravel terroir in a single block. The estate's history dates back to the Crusades. The Scottish navigator Georges Smith acquired the château in the 18th century and Monsieur Duffour-Dubergier, a Mayor of Bordeaux from a famous family of traders, was a subsequent owner.
Since its purchase by Florence and Daniel Cathiard in 1990, Smith Haut Lafitte has become one of the leading lights of Bordeaux thanks to its elegant, powerful red and white wines. In twenty years, the owners have not only brought the wine of Smith Haut Lafitte up to the very highest level, but also restored the château's 16th century tower, completely renovated two underground cellars, built their own cooperage, and introduced such organic methods as horse-drawn ploughing, home-made compost and the use of plant extracts.
Enchanted with this tasting of the finest wines of the Bordeaux wine region, historic cradle of the wine culture in the world, you will return to your ship.
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This tour involves moderate walking on paved and pebbled terrain. You must negotiate various steps to visit the property and its wine cellars. We recommend you wear comfortable shoes. This tour is not recommended to guests with limited mobility or in a wheelchair. This tour is limited to 25 participants.
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Der Preis für den Landausflug ist etwa zwei Monate vor Reiseantritt verfügbar.
Das vollständige Ausflugsprogramm, einschließlich der aktuellen Preise, erhalten Sie mit Ihren Reiseunterlagen vor dem Beginn Ihrer Kreuzfahrt.
Sie können Ihre PONANT Landausflüge ab ca. zwei Monate vor Abfahrt Ihrer Kreuzfahrt* vorab reservieren. Die Abrechnung erfolgt über das Bordkonto.
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Saint Emilion village & Château Soutard
There can be no better place to start a visit to this attractive region than UNESCO World Heritage Classified Saint Emilion region and village, heartland of the Merlot grape, which produces delicious, rich, round wines.
The vines on the "hill with a thousand châteaux", reach right up to Saint Emilion's 13th century town walls and surrounding moat dug out of solid rock. Members of the local wine brotherhood, the Jurats, proclaim the vintage banns in much the same way as their ancestors did during the reign of Richard the Lion heart.
You will visit the main monuments of the town: the Collegial church and its magnificent cloister from the 12th century, the ramparts (12th), the marketplace. Strolling in the streets, you will also see the Cadene gate and the King's Tower. You will then have some time at leisure for shopping.
Continue your discovery of the first UNESCO classified village by driving through the vineyard and going to the impressive Château Soutard where you will be explained the techniques of wine making during the visit of the cellars, before a wine tasting.
- This tour involves walking over cobblestone streets and some steps. We recommend you wear flat, comfortable walking shoes. This tour is not suitable for passengers with walking difficulties due to steep cobblestoned streets in Saint-Emilion in addition to several stairs in the château.
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€€: zwischen 50 € und 100 €
Der Preis für den Landausflug ist etwa zwei Monate vor Reiseantritt verfügbar.
Das vollständige Ausflugsprogramm, einschließlich der aktuellen Preise, erhalten Sie mit Ihren Reiseunterlagen vor dem Beginn Ihrer Kreuzfahrt.
Sie können Ihre PONANT Landausflüge ab ca. zwei Monate vor Abfahrt Ihrer Kreuzfahrt* vorab reservieren. Die Abrechnung erfolgt über das Bordkonto.
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Royan architecture tour
Renowned for its particularly mild oceanic climate, the French department of Charentes-Maritime is one of the sunniest regions on the French Atlantic coast. Between sea and countryside, discover exceptionally rich historical and cultural heritage.
Start your exploration by foot. Your local guide, architecture specialist, will focus on post-war unique architecture.
At the foot of the Gironde estuary and the Atlantic Ocean, Royan is a famous family seaside resort, renowned for its beautiful fine sandy beaches, its unique architecture, a mix between Belle Epoque villas and 1950s urban design – including the emblematic Church of Notre Dame, and its wide range of sporting and cultural activities for all ages. Totally destroyed by the Allied air bombings in 1945, the city of Royan has become a laboratory for modern architecture and urbanism. Since, it is considered as a unique example of the architecture of the 1950’s.
During this tour, you will discover the most beautiful sites of Royan, including the Cathedral of Royan, the covered market and the charming residential districts. After your guided walk, enjoy some free time in Royan before rejoining your ship.
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This tour involves walking approximately 2,5 miles (4 km) on mostly ground with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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The island of Oléron has an area of 175 sq km, making it the largest of the French islands on the Atlantic coast. It has been a popular holiday destination with the development of thalassotherapy on the island during the second half of the 19th Century.
From the pier, board your local coach and drive to Oléron Island, enjoying views of the Charente coastline and its wetland marshes. While crossing Oléron bridge, enjoy a panoramic view of the Citadel of Château d’Oléron, a Vauban military fortification. Then, drive along the “Oyster Road” situated between Le Château d’Oléron and Boyardville.
This small coastal road, signposted “Route des Huîtres", winds between channels, colourful oyster huts and "claires”. Visit the oyster farming site of Fort Royer and enjoy a local seafood tasting, as well as other various sweet products. The Fort Royer nature site and oyster farm on the south coast of Boyardville stretches over a zone of 10 hectares, and it’s notable for its flora, wildlife and the beauty of its landscapes, especially the extraordinary views over the Ile d’Aix and the Charente straits. A living example of traditional oyster culture, the site includes a village of around 40 huts, a third of which are still in use.
After a short transfer, enjoy some free time to explore La Cotinière on your own, as it is one of the prettiest fishing ports of the Atlantic Coast. La Cotinière is the 11th largest French fishing port and the largest in Charente Maritime. There, you might have the chance to catch sight of some of the colourful trawlers, escorted by swarms of seagulls.
Reboard your coach and drive back to pier, enjoying scenic views of the salt marshes.
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This excursion involves walking on uneven ground. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Discover Belle-Ile-en-Mer
Laissez-vous tenter par une balade envoûtante dans le Morbihan calme et paisible, avec la découverte du village de Saint-Cado, petit îlot plein de charme au cœur de la rivière d’Etel.
L’île, accessible uniquement à pied et reliée par un pont, se dévoile le long des eaux paisibles de la Ria d’Etel. Une atmosphère unique règne sur ce petit bout de terre qui compte une vingtaine de maisons de pêcheurs et une magnifique chapelle romane du XIIe siècle. Un sentier permet de faire le tour de l’île à pied, offrant de sublimes points de vue sur la rivière et les paysages bretons. On y admire surtout ce qui fait la renommée de Saint-Cado : la fameuse petite maison aux volets bleus. Comme posée sur l’eau, cette demeure qui n’est accessible à pied qu’à marée basse fait le bonheur des photographes et des peintres.
Le programme complet de cette excursion sera prochainement dévoilé.
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Allow yourself to be tempted by a captivating walk in the calm and peaceful Morbihan, with the discovery of the village of Saint-Cado, a small islet full of charm at the heart of the Etel River, also known as the Ria d’Etel.
The island, which is only accessible on foot and connected by a bridge, will reveal itself along the peaceful waters of the Ria d’Etel. A unique atmosphere reigns on this small piece of land, which has around twenty fishermen’s houses and a magnificent 12th-century Romanesque chapel. There is a path you can walk all the way around the island, taking in sublime points of view over the river and the Breton landscapes. Above all, you will be able to admire one of the reasons behind Saint-Cado’s renown: the famous little house with the blue shutters. Standing as if it were placed on the water, this residence, only accessible by foot at low tide, is a delight for photographers and painters.
The full program for this excursion will be revealed soon.
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From the pier, board your local coach for a 1-hour drive to Plouézoc’h and its famous Barnenez cairn.
Upon arrival, follow your guide for a fascinating visit of the spectacular site of Barnenez cairn overlooking the sea. Built in the Neolithic period (4500 to 3500 BC), the tumulus (man-made earth mound) has been rediscovered in 1955 when it was used as a quarry. From 1955 to 1968 exavation and consolidation work was carried out and this enormous mound of stones regained its original appearance. André Marlaux described the megalithic monument as the “Breton Parthenon”. At 230 feet long and 82 feet wide at it western side, its size is astonishing.
Then, reboard your local coach for a short drive to Morlaix, a little town nestling in the hollow of a spectacular estuary among the foot-hills of the “Monts d'Arrée”. Enjoy a guided visit of the town and stroll around the "venelles" (little streets). Morlaix is is the only place to host the so-called ‘maisons à pondalez’ (overhanging houses), nestling among the other historic buildings. Constructed in the 16th century by linen merchants, these houses were built on three storeys around a monumental fireplace, a winding central staircase and wooden indoor walkways named ‘ponts d’allée’ – a derivation of the Breton term ‘pondalez’. Their half-timbered, overlapping storeys tower over the narrow streets leading off Place Allende, guiding you through the Breton Renaissance.
Before driving back to Roscoff, enjoy some free time in Morlaix to discover the charming streets on your own.
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This tour involves 1,2 miles (2 km) walking, on uneven ground, cobblestones and climbing streets. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes.
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From the pier, board your local coach for a short transfer to the ferry pier. From here, embark the ferry connecting Batz Island to the mainland. The 15-minute cruising offers beautiful views of the coast and the island.
Upon arrival, follow your guide for a short walk to the Georges Delaselle garden, passing by the Saint Anne chapel ruins. This quiet island conceals many treasures, the most remarkable living in the heart of its inhabitants : authenticity.
Then, enter an exceptional plant paradise, which is maintained for over 100 years: the Jardin Georges Delaselle. The exotic plants from Chile, California, Australia and South Africa benefit from the warm Gulf Stream. Every inches of the garden is an invitation to travel: you will be fascinated by the Maori garden or the Palm Canyon, while admiring the heaven-storming blue snake heads. This fantastic garden bears the seal of the "Jardin remarquable" from French Ministry of Culture since 2005, and is a true conservatory of global biodiversity, preserving many endangered plants in their natural environments.
After your guided visit enjoy a moment of free time to explore the charming island on your own, before getting back to the pier for your ferry cruise back to Roscoff.
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This tour involves 2,1 miles (3,5 km) walking, on uneven ground. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a windproof jacket. The ferry boat is NOT privatised for PONANT guests and has to respect daily schedules.
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From the pier, embark you local coach for your scenic drive to Saint Vougay.
Upon arrival, follow your guide for a visit of Kerjean Castle, one of the finest Renaissance buildings in Brittany. Built in the second part of the 16th century, the castle also has a park covering a total area of around 25 acres, completed with a Renaissance fountain and dovecote. Pass the impressive ramparts of the castle, enter the main courtyard and enjoy views of the beautiful abode, the chapel and the castle arches. The volutes, pilasters and small columns on the facade of the structure highlight this castle’s original style, inspired by famous Renaissance models.
Following your journey back to Renaissance times, discover the castle’s collection of locally-made furniture, recalling in an accurate manner, the way of living of one of the "wildest area" of Brittany. You will have time to stroll in the park among Renaissance fountains, to discover the dovecote and the pillory, before getting back to your coach.
Then, you will enjoy the drive back to Roscoff. Downtown, discover the ship owner’s houses. These elegant granite mansions with decorative gables are evidence of Roscoff’s prosperity in the Renaissance, when ship owners and privateers built themselves comfortable houses near the church and the harbor. The Armand Rousseau street contains several, and there are more in the church square. The finest of them, in the Amiral Réveillère street, is known as the "Maison de Marie Stuart".
After your visit, your coach will bring you back directly to the pier.
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This tour involves walking approximately 1,2 mile (2 km) on mostly flat ground, few steps at the castle and cobblestone. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.The privateer's city of Saint-Malo
Depart from pier and enjoy a walking guided visit of Saint-Malo leading to the Asfeld Hotel.
As you stroll around the quaint narrow streets, your knowledgeable guide points out sites of historical interest. View the castle, part of the ramparts protecting the town, the town's typical streets, the house of Duchess Ann, and the cathedral. Also, get acquainted with the more famous personalities of Saint-Malo, such as Jacques Cartier, Duguay-Trouin, Surcouf, and the well-known romantic writer Chateaubriand. Enter the Asfeld Hotel for a visit of this former Privateer's house, followed by a cider tasting. This Manor house has been built by François-Auguste Magon de La Lande, privateer and merchant. He was one of the most powerful ship-owner in the heyday of Saint-Malo and a director of the French East Indies Company. Built in 1725, the house is listed as a Historic Monument (interior and exterior) so as to protect its authenticity and guarantee that the restoration respects historical accuracy.
Here you will enjoy a glass of cider before walking back to pier and your awaiting ship.
- The visit of Saint-Malo is done entirely on foot, covering approximately 2 miles (3.5 km) including uphill and downhill walking, many steps and cobble stone streets. This tour is not recommended for guests with any mobility challenges. We recommend you to wear comfortable walking shoes.
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From the pier, board your coach and start your 30-minute drive to Cancale.
Picturesque fishing village, Cancale is renowned for its “bancs d’huîtres” (oyster’s beds). The gardeners of the sea work from the parks to the farms thousands of oysters up to the time they are ready to please the gourmet.
En-route, you will discover an oyster farm. During your guided visit of the “Ferme Marine”, you will learn more about the work of the oyster farmer and the workshop (tanks, washing, conditioning). Normally, you will have the opportunity to see the farmer during her/his working day.
Following your visit, you will enjoy an oyster tasting accompanied with a glass of wine.
Then, you will drive to Cancale fishing port to enjoy a walking guided tour along “La Houle” and historical seamen neighborhood before having some free time to explore by yourself.
After, your tour will continue to La Pointe du Grouin nature reserve. At the Northern end of the department, in the commune of Cancale, the “Pointe du Grouin” houses the most important coastal bird nesting site of Ille-et-Vilaine.
Dominated by a semaphore built in 1861, the Pointe du Grouin offers a panoramic view of the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel and the coast of the Channel to the east, and a succession of handles and points to Cap Fréhel to the west.
- This excursion involves approximately 1 km of walking on uneven ground with some steps. The tasting includes six oysters and a glass of white wine. Farmer’s work sightings cannot be guaranteed. No farmer’s work sightings during weekends and public holidays. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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From the pier, board your local coach and join directly the Mont Saint Michel which “is to the ocean what the Pyramid of Cheops is to the desert” as Victor Hugo put it.
Upon arrival, your guide will give you a short security briefing before starting your hike. Then, discover the bay from a unique point of view: from inside. This hike will allow you to discover the famous shifting sands and unusual views on the Mont Saint Michel and the Rock of Tombelaine, located in the middle of the bay. Follow your passionate guide on this impressive desert and humid stretch of land, home to an important and specific biodiversity. Your guide will explain the tides, fauna and flora, will show you the quicksand safely.
After this unique experience head back to your ship.
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This excursion involves walking approximately 3 hours on uneven ground and wet sand. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and bring neoprene shoes to walk on the sand and a towel from the ship to dry your feet afterwards. It is also possible to walk barefoot in the bay. We also recommend you wear short or bermuda to avoid wetting your clothes, and bring a raincoat, a hat, water and sun cream. This excursion is only possible at low tide and depends on weather conditions. The tour is limited to 30 partipants.
Preisspanne:
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€€€: zwischen 100 € und 150 €
Der Preis für den Landausflug ist etwa zwei Monate vor Reiseantritt verfügbar.
Das vollständige Ausflugsprogramm, einschließlich der aktuellen Preise, erhalten Sie mit Ihren Reiseunterlagen vor dem Beginn Ihrer Kreuzfahrt.
Sie können Ihre PONANT Landausflüge ab ca. zwei Monate vor Abfahrt Ihrer Kreuzfahrt* vorab reservieren. Die Abrechnung erfolgt über das Bordkonto.
*Expeditionskreuzfahrten ausgeschlossen
Mont-Saint-Michel
From the pier, you will board your coach for the one-hour drive to the Mont-Saint-Michel. On arrival, you will change your transportation and take a shuttle to reach the village entrance.
Your walking exploration will start at the foot of the island. This jewel of France, according to Victor Hugo 'is to the ocean what the Pyramid of Cheops is to the desert'.
At first, you will discover the Mont surrounded by the bay's fragile and natural setting of fauna and flora. You will continue through the narrow streets of the medieval village and walk up to the Abbey for a guided visit inside the abbey, achievement of passionate builders. Taking its inspiration from a dream, the monastery was founded in the 10th century and today welcomes modern pilgrims following the century-old tradition.
After lunch in a famous local restaurant, enjoy some time at leisure for independent sightseeing and shopping before rejoining your guide to take the shuttle back to the parking.
Finally, you will board you coach for your transfer to Saint Malo and your ship.
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The visit of Mont-Saint-Michel is done entirely on foot, covering approximately 1.2 miles (2 km), including uphill and downhill walking on cobblestone streets with more than 350 steps to negotiate, mainly to reach the Abbey. This tour is not recommended for guests with any mobility challenges. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Toilets are available by the bus parking lot, please have 0.40€ handy. The shuttle used to reach the foot of the Mont from the parking lot is not exclusive to PONANT guests. Appropriate clothing is required to enter religious sites: shoulders and knees must be covered.
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The North coast of Guernsey offers the walkers a perfect playground with a long beautiful shoreline. After a short transfer to L'Ancresse Bay, start your beautiful walk with its sandy beach and clear turquoise waters and follow the coast passing Fort Le Marchant and Fort Doyle. A short detour inland brings you to one of the most fascinating prehistoric sites in the Island; Le Dehus Burial Chamber, a prehistoric passage grave.
Back on the coast, you come to a tiny harbour which overlooks the neighbouring islands and the remains of an impressive castle, Vale Castle. Your local coach awaits there.
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This excursion involves walking approximately 4,3 miles (7 km) on mostly flat ground, coastal paths and sand. We recommend you wear comfortable hiking shoes and a wind-proof jacket. Bring water from the ship.
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Rocquette Cider Farm is a family farm nestled in the shelter of a sun-soaked valley in the heart of Guernsey, surrounded by 5,500 trees that comprise the Rocquette Cider orchards. They are committed to their organic ethos and work in detail at every step of the process.
Upon arrival at the farm, start with a guided tour of the apple orchards, enjoying the beautiful scenery, learning about the history of cider making and how Rocquette cider and other products are made. This will be followed by a tasting where you can experience their draught cider, still ciders and fruit liqueurs. This will all be served by your friendly host along with a selection of local cheeses and apple chutneys.
After your tour enjoy a scenic drive back to St Peter's Port, wit a short stop to see The Little Chapel.
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This tour involves walking and standing approximately 90 minutes. We recommend you wear comfortable waking shoes and bring a wind-proof raincoat.
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Join a public ferry for a transfer up the pretty River Dart, passing stunning scenery all the while. Agatha Christie’s House, Greenway, sits here on the banks of the river in its idyllic setting.
Upon arrival at Kingswear station you will board the steam train. The ride takes you through breathtaking, picturesque scenery through the wooded slopes of Long Wood bordering the Dart Estuary, and along the spectacular English Riviera Geopark coast line to Paignton. You will enjoy a short stop here before returning the same way back to Dartmouth.
- As the timetable is not available at the moment we are publishing, please note the tour may need to be extended slightly, depending on what time the trains and river cruises are running. Both Paignton and Kingswear stations have level access to the platforms. Ramps are provided for wheelchair access onto the Guards van and the designated wheelchair area for each train in service. Dependant on wheelchair size up to 4 wheelchairs can normally be accommodated. To board the ferry between Kingswear and Dartmouth, intending passengers must be aware that at certain states of the tide (very low spring tides), there is a significant angle to the pontoons on both sides of the river. This tour is conducted in English only.
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Enjoy a scenic drive through the Devonshire countryside to arrive at the Sandridge Barton Estate on the banks of the River Dart.
Visit Sandridge Barton, the home of Sharpham wine, one of the earliest pioneers of the English wine industry with a history stretching back over 40 years. Gain a true understanding of the winemaking processes and enjoy an instructive wine tasting experience. You will be escorted through three wines, beginning with the methods used in the vineyard and ending with a visit of the winemaking facilities.
After the tasting, you will get the opportunity to taste two local Devon cheeses before returning to Dartmouth.
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This excursion involves walking on mostly flat ground with some steps inside the winery. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a raincoat.
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Make the delightful journey up the river Dart by boat. After a 30-minute sailing, arrive at Greenway House and Gardens.
Agatha Christie made Greenway her holiday home from 1938 until 1959. Take the opportunity to view the many personal collections and mementoes of our best-loved mystery writer and her family in a house that portrays the spirit of a holiday home in its 1950s heyday. Here, Agatha Christie gathered with her family and friends for long summer days together, often to celebrate a novel just completed for publication. Visit the house before taking a stroll around the gardens.
The most nostalgic and magical of gardens, evoking a past world of long summer holidays and secret places waiting to be discovered, was described by previous owner Agatha Christie as "the loveliest place in the world". The beautiful garden is renowned for its rare half-hardy plants, under planted with drifts of native wild flowers. Among the many corners to explore are a Victorian fernery, an exquisitely restored vinery and the enigmatic "Raleigh's boathouse".
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The walk from Greenway quay to visitor reception is steep in places along a winding bark chip path through the Greenway woodland. The 750 metres (800 yards) walk takes about 10 minutes and there are plenty of benches for resting or admiring the view on the way. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility due to the steep hill and getting on and off the boats. Walking in the gardens is at guest's discretion. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and waterproof clothes.
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Since 1863, Dartmouth and the River Dart have been the home of initial Naval Officer training in the United Kingdom. Today it is the only remaining Naval Officer College in the country, fulfilling a vital role in training Naval Officer cadets, not only from Britain, but those from the Commonwealth and all over the world.
After a short transfer, enjoy a special tour of the Britannia Royal Naval College, where you will be taken into the heart of the College, from the elegant chapel, through to areas including the Quaterdeck, Parade Ground, Senior Gun Room and Britannia Heritage Museum.
The visit of this iconic building will offer an informative narrative allowing you to appreciate the rich history, role and relevance of this place and the naval training conducted here today.
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This tour involves walking and standing approximately 2 hours, on mostly flat ground, with several staircases to negotiate. Please be aware that most of the floors in the College are polished wood, therefore sensible, comfortable footwear is strongly recommended. Regrettably, wheelchair access is limited and mobility scooters cannot be accommodated. Everyone wishing to gain access to the College will need photographic ID (usually a Passport, Driving Licence or Senior Citizens’ Bus Pass).
Preisspanne:
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€€€€: mehr als 150 €
Der Preis für den Landausflug ist etwa zwei Monate vor Reiseantritt verfügbar.
Das vollständige Ausflugsprogramm, einschließlich der aktuellen Preise, erhalten Sie mit Ihren Reiseunterlagen vor dem Beginn Ihrer Kreuzfahrt.
Sie können Ihre PONANT Landausflüge ab ca. zwei Monate vor Abfahrt Ihrer Kreuzfahrt* vorab reservieren. Die Abrechnung erfolgt über das Bordkonto.
*Expeditionskreuzfahrten ausgeschlossen
FROM THE PORT OF LONDON, EN ROUTE TO LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT TERMINAL 4
Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organizes your transfer between the port of disembarkation and the airport.
London
After disembarkation procedures have been completed, you will be greeted by our local representative.
You will then be transferred to Heathrow Airport, in time for check-in of the PONANT selected flight.
Your programme includes:
- Transfers by deluxe coach.
- Services of a local English-speaking guide.
Your programme does not include:
- Tips for the driver and local guide.
- Personal expenses and other services not mentioned in the program.
For the times of your Ponant flight, please contact your adviser; they are also shown on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 290 €
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.DISCOVER LONDON (1 NIGHT)
Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Day 1 - London
Meet at London Heathrow Airport in the Arrival Hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT or any other flight if you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
You will be transferred to the Rosewood London 5* hotel.
Afternoon and dinner at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 - London
After breakfast and check-out, your visit will be first focus on the amazing collection of the British Museum that covers over two million years of human history and civilization. The collection includes world-famous artefacts such as the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures, and Egyptian mummies. Before the galleries open to the public, you will have a unique guided tour of the Museum's oldest room. Discover the origins of an exceptional collection as you study about the British Museum's founding in 1753 and its evolution. The Enlightenment gallery focuses on the 18th century, when new knowledge, scientific discoveries, and European colonialism were prevalent. The Collecting the World gallery focuses on the collection's evolution from the 18th century to the present.
Then, you will enjoy a traditional tea tasting session at Bird&Blend which will teach you all about different tea types and blending herbs, along with how they are made, best enjoyed and their health benefits.
Your tea tasting and blending session will be combined with a chance to stretch your legs and see the green side of London with a guided walk on the nearby Regent’s Canal. The canal is a part of England’s extensive canal network and links the Paddington arm of the Grand Union Canal with the Thames, and today, it is a lovely, peaceful walk away from the hustle and bustle of the capital city.
Continue your London experience with a lunch during which you will enjoy an unforgettable view of the London skyline.
You will then be transferred to the pier of London to embark on board your ship.
Your hotel:
In the heart of London, Rosewood London combines English heritage with contemporary sophistication. The Grade II-listed property has been refurbished to provide accommodations with the look and feel of a fashionable London apartment. The guestrooms and suites are designed in the style of a traditional British manor house. The restaurants and bars are destinations in their own right, and The Sense, A Rosewood Spa, Rosewood's own spa brand, is well equipped for relaxation.
Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.
Your programme includes:
• 1-night accommodation in standard room at Rosewood London 5* hotel local standards (or similar), breakfast included.
• Meals as mentioned in the programme.
• Beverage package during meals (1 glass of wine + 1 soft drink + mineral water + coffee or tea).
• Transfers, visits, and entrance fees as mentioned in the programme.
• The services of a local English-speaking guide.
Your programme does not include:
• Lunch and dinner on day 1.
• Personal expenses.
• Visa if necessary.
• Tips for the driver and local guide.
• Early check-in and late check-out.
• Other services not mentioned in the programme.
Please note:
• It is imperative that the details of your departure flight are provided to your travel agent, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise, to secure the proper private transfer.
• Official hotel check-in time is 3:00 p.m.
• Official hotel check-out time is 12:00 a.m.
• Early check-in or late check-out might be available depending on availability and on a supplement basis.
• This programme is suitable for people with reduced mobility.
• The weather in London can be very unpredictable and changes very quickly. We recommend dressing in layers that can be easily added or removed as necessary. To carry a waterproof jacket is also highly recommended.
Contact of your hotel:
Rosewood London
252 High Holborn, London, Wc1V 7En
United Kingdom
Telephone number: (44) 20 7781 8888
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 1.470 €
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.