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Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your daytime between the airport and your port of embarkation.

Malaga

Meet at the airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT.

You will depart the airport by coach, reach the city centre of the capital of “Costa del Sol”.

Experience the local hospitality by tasting a tapas-style lunch at a typical tavern.

After lunch, start your walking exploration: pass by the Cathedral with its renaissance style, the Picasso Museum, hosted in a 16th-century palace of Andalusian architecture, and the nearby famous painter´s birth place.

You will then be transferred to the pier to embark on your ship.

Your programme includes:

·        Lunch with beverages package (mineral water + 1 glass of white and red wine + 1 coffee).

·        Transfers and visits as mentioned in the programme.

·        Services of a local English-speaking guide.

Your programme does not include:

·        Tips for the driver and local guide.

·        Personal expenses

·        Other services not mentioned in the programme.

To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.

In the event of schedule changes of PONANT selected flight, your programme will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised programme will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final programme will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.

Travel with peace of mind, PONANT organizes your journey between the airport and your embarkation port.

Day 1: Arrival in Málaga – Ronda – Córdoba
Upon arrival at Málaga airport, you will be welcomed by your guide and transferred to the spectacular cliffside town of Ronda (approximately 1h30 drive).
After a short walk through the historic center, enjoy a local lunch. Then embark on a guided walking tour of Ronda: see the famous Puente Nuevo, admire the breathtaking views over the gorge, and immerse yourself in the town’s fascinating history.
In the late afternoon, drive to Córdoba, check in to your hotel, and enjoy a welcome dinner.
Overnight in Córdoba.

Day 2: Córdoba – Mosque-Cathedral and Alcázar
After breakfast, take a walking tour with your guide through Córdoba, a UNESCO World Heritage city. Visit the Mosque-Cathedral, a masterpiece blending Islamic and Christian architectural influences, and stroll through the flower-filled streets of the Jewish Quarter.
Lunch at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, visit the Alcázar of the Christian Monarchs, a medieval palace with remarkable courtyards and gardens. The remainder of the day is free to explore Córdoba at your own pace.
Dinner and second overnight in Córdoba.

Day 3: Bodegas García Hidalgo – Embarkation
After breakfast and check-out from your hotel, depart for Bodegas García Hidalgo, a family-run winery in the heart of the Andalusian vineyards. Enjoy a guided tour followed by a wine tasting accompanied by tapas.
Free time before transfer to Málaga for embarkation on your PONANT ship.

Your Hotel: Hospes Palacio del Bailío 5 – Córdoba*
Housed in a 16th-century historic palace, Hospes Palacio del Bailío combines classical elegance with contemporary comfort. Its fragrant orange gardens, outdoor pool, and spa built on Roman ruins make it a unique and refined setting. The hotel is ideally located in the heart of Córdoba, just minutes from the Mosque-Cathedral and major historic sites.
Address: C. Ramírez de las Casas Deza, 10-12, 14001 Córdoba, Spain
(or a hotel of equivalent category)

Your program includes:

·        2 nights in a standard room at Hospes Palacio del Bailío 5* (or similar), including breakfast

·        All transfers and excursions mentioned in the program

·        Services of a French-speaking guide

·        Meals mentioned in the program

·        Drinks with meals (mineral water + 1 soft drink or 1 local beer or 1 glass of wine + coffee or tea)

Your program does not include:

·        Tips for drivers and guides

·        Personal expenses

·        Services not mentioned in the program

To confirm your PONANT flight times, please contact your advisor or refer to the e-ticket included in your travel documents. In case of schedule changes for the PONANT-selected flight, your program will be adjusted to ensure the best possible experience. The final program will also be communicated in your travel documents and on the PONANT app.

 

Extend your cruise with a few days of onshore discovery in Barcelona and its surroundings. This refined program invites you to explore the cultural and urban richness of the city after your disembarkation.

Day 1: Barcelona

After completing the disembarkation formalities, you will be greeted on the quay by our local representative.
To start your day, you will be taken to Sant Pau Hospital, a hidden gem often overshadowed by its more famous neighbors and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. This former hospital, a masterpiece of Art Nouveau, will captivate you with its interconnected pavilions, ceramic wall decorations, stained glass, and original ironwork. Discover the history of this innovative complex, reflecting both artistic vision and social progress.

You will then enjoy a panoramic tour before lunch at a local restaurant.
Some free time is planned before your transfer to ME Barcelona 5* hotel.
The remainder of the afternoon and dinner are at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2: Barcelona – Transfer to the airport

Breakfast at the hotel.
Morning free to enjoy the hotel facilities or explore the surroundings at your own pace.
Transfer to the airport for your international flight.

Your hotel

ME Barcelona 5 – Barcelona*
Located in the heart of Barcelona, near Passeig de Gràcia, the ME Barcelona enjoys an ideal location close to vibrant shopping areas and renowned restaurants. Its modern, urban-style rooms each have their own personality. The rooftop terrace offers panoramic city views and features a swimming pool.
Superior rooms are available subject to availability and at an additional cost.
Address: Carrer Casp 1-13, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
Phone: +34 93 277 94 18

(or hotel of equivalent category)

Your program includes

• 1 night in a Standard room at ME Barcelona (or similar), including breakfast

• Lunch on Day 1 with drinks included (mineral water + 1 soft drink or 1 local beer or 1 glass of wine + coffee or tea)

• Transfers, visits, and entrance fees mentioned in the program

• Services of a bilingual local guide

Your program does not include

• Dinner on Day 1

• Gratuities for the driver and guide

• Personal expenses and services not mentioned in the program

• Early check-in and late check-out (subject to availability and surcharge)

Practical information

• If you have chosen a different flight than the one selected by PONANT: to book your hotel-to-airport transfer, it is essential to provide your flight details to your travel consultant no later than 30 days before the start of the program.

• Official hotel check-in time: 3:00 PM

• Official hotel check-out time: 12:00 PM

• A minimum of 10 participants is required to confirm the program.

• Durations are provided as a guide only and the order of visits may be reversed.

To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel consultant. You may also refer to the electronic ticket attached to your travel documents.

 

Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your day of disembarkation

Barcelona

Disembarkation. Meet and greet your local representative. 

You will depart the port by coach to Montjuic Hill to pass by some of the most known Barcelona cultural attractions: Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC), the German Pavillion by Mies van der Rohe, 1992 Olympic Ring and Fundació Joan Miró. You will pass along Passeig de Gràcia, one of the main avenues in the city, admire the houses found at the 'Block of Discord' with the presence of the major Modernist architects. Then pass by Casa Milá commonly known as 'La Pedrera', constructed between 1906 and 1912 by Antoni Gaudí.

The panoramic drive will end at the airport, in time for check-in of the PONANT selected flight.

Your programme includes:

• The transfer as mentioned in the programme.
• 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 programme.

Duration and route of the transfer 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.

In the event of schedule changes of PONANT’s selected flight, your programme will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised programme will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final programme will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.