Deluxe Kabine Deck 3
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Von der Stadt der Götter in die ewige Stadt
Athen - Civitavecchia (Rom)
Datum:
22.04.2025
bis
03.05.2025
Tage
Nächte an Bord
Wiege der antiken griechischen, römischen und phönizischen Zivilisationen, Bindeglied zwischen den Völkern, Schnittpunkt der Kulturen. Der Mittelmeerraum verkörpert das faszinierende Zusammentreffen von Orient und Okzident, wo sich die Kulturen seit Jahrtausenden vermischen und durchdringen. Auf einer neuen 12-tägigen Reise zwischen der Stadt der Götter und der Ewigen Stadt entdecken Sie mit der Le Bougainville die Reichtümer des „Blauen Meeres“ zwischen antiken Überresten, legendären Geschichten und herrlichen Küsten.
Während Ihrer gesamten Reise profitieren Sie von einem bereits im Reisepreis inkludierten Landausflug pro Anlaufhafen und Person. Bewundern Sie auf dieser Kreuzfahrt die Juwelen der antiken griechischen Stadt Taormina von Catania aus, erkunden Sie das historische Zentrum von Chania oder besuchen Sie den Palast von Phaestos von Heraklion aus. Die Vielfalt der angebotenen Erlebnisse verspricht ebenso intensive wie abwechslungsreiche Momente (gesamtes Angebot unter dem Reiter „Reiseroute" einsehbar).
Von Athen aus fährt die Le Bougainville in die südliche Ägäis, um die wunderschöne antike Insel Kreta zu entdecken. In der Hauptstadt Heraklion, die auf einem Hügel über dem Hafen liegt, können Sie unter anderem die alten venezianischen Stadtmauern besichtigen, von denen aus Sie einen einzigartigen Blick auf die Stadt haben. Lassen Sie sich von der antiken Stadt Chania verzaubern, die zwischen Bergen und endlosen Olivenhainen, verborgenen Buchten und traumhaften Stränden liegt.
Weiter westlich erreichen Sie nun Valletta, die Hauptstadt der Insel Malta. Die Stadt, Hochburg der Ritter des Malteserordens, wartet mit zahlreichen architektonischen und künstlerischen Schätzen auf, die Sie bereits bei der Ankunft in ihrem Hafen, einem der schönsten Europas, entdecken.
Sie nehmen nun Kurs auf Sizilien und erreichen Porto Empedocle, das Tor zu den legendären griechischen Tempeln von Agrigento, die zu den faszinierendsten Ruinen des Mittelmeers zählen. Das an den Hängen des Ätna gelegene Catania, das schon sieben Mal von den Ausbrüchen des Vulkans zerstört wurde, lädt Sie zu einem unvergesslichen Aufenthalt ein! Die Stadt gehört zum Welterbe der UNESCO und birgt einen unvergleichlichen kulturellen Reichtum.
Nach einem Zwischenstopp in Reggio Calabria nimmt die Bougainville nun Kurs auf die tyrrhenische Küste. Nach einer traumhaften Etappe in Salerno geht es weiter in Richtung Norden nach Gaeta. Die antike Stadt mit ihren engen Gassen schmiegt sich an die Klippen über dem Tyrrhenischen Meer und fasziniert mit ihrer Geschichte und ihren zahlreichen architektonischen Schätzen wie der Kathedrale, einem eleganten romanisch-maurischen Bau, der mit Fayencen geschmückt ist.
Weiter geht es entlang der italienischen Küste bis nach Civitavecchia, der letzten Station Ihrer Reise durch diese geschichtsträchtigen Länder.
Ref : EG220425
Reiseroute
Eine neue Kreuzfahrt, auf der Sie die Geschichte der großen griechischen und römischen Zivilisationen und die antiken Überreste des Mittelmeers entdecken. UNESCO-Welterbestätten: die Akropolis in Athen,...
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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
- Eine neue Kreuzfahrt, auf der Sie die Geschichte der großen griechischen und römischen Zivilisationen und die antiken Überreste des Mittelmeers entdecken.
- UNESCO-Welterbestätten: die Akropolis in Athen, das historische Zentrum von Valletta, das historische und barocke Erbe Catanias, die antike Altstadt von Rom (von Civitavecchia aus)
- Während der Kreuzfahrt von einem inkludierten Landausflug* pro Anlaufhafen und Person profitieren, die von unseren Experten zusammengestellt wurden
- Neuetappen in der antiken Städt Chania in Griechenland.
- Die Küste des Tyrrhenischen Meeres, zwischen antiken Überresten und wilden, unberührten Landschaften.
*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
22. April 2025 - Athen
Einschiffung 22.04.2025 von 16:00 bis 17:00
Abfahrt 22.04.2025 um 20:00
Die griechische Hauptstadt liegt am Rande des Saronischen Golfs im Osten des Landes. Der Name Athen stand einst im Plural und bezog sich auf die ersten Dörfer, welche die Akropolis umgaben. Dieses Felsplateau mit historischen Bauwerken, die zum UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe gehören, ist einfach bezaubernd. Weiter unten haben Sie die Gelegenheit, eines der lebhaftesten Viertel von Athen zu besichtigen: Plaka mit seinem Gewirr aus bunten Gässchen, die am Abend nach Moussaka und Garnelen mit Knoblauch duften. Das Archäologische Nationalmuseum und das Museum für kykladische Kunst gehören auch zu den wichtigsten Sehenswürdigkeiten der Stadt und erlauben es, die glanzvolle kulturelle Vergangenheit Athens zu entdecken.
23. April 2025 - Heraklion, Kreta
Ankunft 23.04.2025 mittags
Abfahrt 23.04.2025 am frühen Abend
Heraklion, die Hauptstadt der Insel Kreta, ist die bevölkerungsreichste Stadt der Insel. Trubel und lebendiges Treiben sind ein wesentlicher Bestandteil des Charmes dieser Hafenstadt. Sie wurde an einem Hang mit Blick auf den Hafen erbaut und ist von beeindruckenden venezianischen Festungsmauern umgeben. Auf ihrem Gipfel können Sie einen der schönsten Ausblicke auf die Stadt genießen. Die Altstadt wimmelt von kleinen Geschäften, Plätzen, Cafés und lebendigen architektonischen Zeugnissen ihrer langen Geschichte. Der Palast von Knossos veranschaulicht den Reichtum und die Macht seines legendären Herrschers, König Minos. Das archäologische Museum, das eine der größten Sammlungen minoischer Kunstobjekte besitzt, ist einen Besuch wert.
24. April 2025 - Chania, Kreta
Ankunft 24.04.2025 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 24.04.2025 am späten Nachmittag
Willkommen in Chania, der zweitgrößten Stadt Kretas und ehemaligen Hauptstadt der Insel mit reicher historischer Vergangenheit Jede Zivilisation (Venezianer, Osmanen, Byzantiner) hat hier ihre Spuren hinterlassen: Moschee, Arsenal, Leuchtturm, Festung, Hafen … Die bunten Häuser, die sich entlang der engen Gassen aneinanderreihen, und das geschäftige Treiben im Hafen von Chania werden Sie verzaubern. In einer malerischen und authentischen Atmosphäre schlendern Sie durch ein Labyrinth aus engen Gassen, überdachten Märkten und erhaltenen Kirchen und tauchen ein in die Vergangenheit Kretas, der größten Insel Griechenlands und einer der Geburtsstätten der griechischen Mythologie.
25. April 2025 - Auf See
Ankunft 25.04.2025
Abfahrt 25.04.2025
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.
26. April 2025 27. April 2025 - Valletta
Ankunft 26.04.2025 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 27.04.2025 abends
Die vollständig zum UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe erklärte Hauptstadt Valletta erstreckt sich über eine Halbinsel im Nordwesten von Malta. Vom Tritonbrunnen bis zum Fort St. Elmo biete die Stadt ebenso vielen majestätischen Straßen wie treppenförmig angelegten Gassen. Die farbigen Loggien und die verzierten Erker der hohen Wohngebäude begleiten Sie bei Ihrer Entdeckungstour, die selten von Autos gestört wird. Besichtigen Sie den mit Wappen und Fresken geschmückten Großmeisterpalast. Die St.-Johannes-Kathedrale sowie die seit dem 16. Jh. die Stadt schützenden Wehrmauern gehören auch zu den bedeutendsten Bauwerken der Stadt. Die in Terrassen angelegten Gärten von Barraca verleihen Ihrem Rundgang eine grüne und blühende Note.
28. April 2025 - Porto Empedocle, Sizilien
Ankunft 28.04.2025 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 28.04.2025 am späten Nachmittag
29. April 2025 - Catania, Sizilien
Ankunft 29.04.2025 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 29.04.2025 am späten Abend
Auf halbem Weg zwischen Messina und Syrakus erhebt sich die mächtige Silhouette des Ätnas über die kleine Stadt Catania. Dieser von Rauchwolken umhüllte Riese, Nährvater und Zerstörer zugleich, begrub Ende des 17. Jahrhunderts große Teile der Stadt unter Lavaströmen; sie wurde im spätbarocken Baustil wiederaufgebaut. Aufgrund zahlreicher Bauwerke aus dieser Zeit wurde sie zum UNESCO-Welterbe erklärt. Entdecken Sie die der Heiligen Agathe geweihte Kathedrale mit ihren hohen Apsiden aus Lavagestein und den Elefantenbrunnen, das Wahrzeichen der Stadt, auf ihrem Vorplatz. Es heißt, der Elefant habe die Macht, die Wut des Ätnas zu zügeln …
30. April 2025 - Reggio di Calabria
Ankunft 30.04.2025 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 30.04.2025 am späten Nachmittag
An der Südspitze des italienischen Stiefels hütet Reggio di Calabria das östliche Ufer der Straße von Messina. Von der Uferpromenade Lungomare aus bieten sich wunderschöne Ausblicke auf das nur etwas über 3 km entfernte Sizilien und den Ätna. Die Stadt wurde nach dem Erdbeben von 1908 schachbrettartig wieder aufgebaut und besticht mit ihrer Jugendstil- und Belle Époque-Architektur. Der Duft von Bergamotte verrät, dass diese Königin der Zitrusfrüchte hier in Konditorwaren und Parfumerie verarbeitet wird. Unerlässlich ist ein Besuch des Archäologie-Museums, eines des bedeutendsten von Italien. Es zeigt die berühmten Bronzestatuen von Riace, wunderschöne griechische Heldenstatuen aus dem 5. Jahrhundert v. Chr., die 1972 unweit der Stadt auf dem Meeresgrund gefunden wurden.
1. Mai 2025 - Salerno
Ankunft 01.05.2025 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 01.05.2025 am späten Nachmittag
Die italienische Provinz Salerno fasziniert ihre Besucher mit einer vielfältigen Mischung einzigartiger Emotionen. Ganz in der Nähe vermitteln die Ruinen der archäologischen Fundstätte Pompeji einen bewegenden Eindruck einer römischen Stadt zur Kaiserzeit. Die unter der Asche ruhende Stadt gab ihre Objekte, Häuser und pastellfarbenen Fresken nahezu unversehrt frei. Die Stätte zählt zum Welterbe der UNESCO.
2. Mai 2025 - Gaeta
Ankunft 02.05.2025 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 02.05.2025 am späten Nachmittag
Der Sage nach wurde die Stadt Gaeta nach der Amme des Aeneas benannt. Diese hehre Abstammung offenbart sich in der Noblesse dieser alten, am äußersten Ende einer Halbinsel errichteten Stadt. Gaeta war bereits in der Römerzeit ein berühmter Erholungsort. Nach einer Periode unter byzantinischer Herrschaft wurde die Stadt zu einem autonomen Herzogtum und einer unabhängigen Republik. Die Stadtmauer, die die ehemalige Festung umgibt, und der Glockenturm der Kathedrale, ein elegantes, zugleich romanisches und maurisches, nach Art der amalfitanischen Glockentürme mit Fayencen verziertes Bauwerk, erinnern an die reiche Geschichte der Stadt.
3. Mai 2025 - Civitavecchia (Rom)
Ankunft 03.05.2025 am frühen Vormittag
Ausschiffung 03.05.2025 um 07:00
Die zwischen dem Tyrrhenischen Meer und den Tolfabergen auf einer etruskischen Stätte erbaute Stadt Civitavecchia strahlt Dolce Vita aus. Als moderne Stadt mit hoher Lebensqualität verbindet sie Kunst und Geschichte. So können Sie prachtvolle historische Stätten wie das Fort Michelangelo oder die Kathedrale des Heiligen Franziskus von Assisi besichtigen. Die ungefähr 80 km von Rom entfernte Stadt ist ein schönes Eingangstor zur italienischen Hauptstadt.
Phaestos Palace
From the pier, board your coach and drive across Crete and towards the Libyan Sea to Phaestos.
One of the most important centres of the Minoan civilization, Phaestos was the wealthiest and most powerful city in Southern Crete. It was inhabited from the Neolithic Age until the development of the Minoan palaces in the 15th century BC. Upon arrival, proceed to a visit of the Phaestos Palace, also known as the ‘Phaistos Palace’, and commence your guided walking tour.
The Phaestos Palace’s superb architectural design and near-perfect construction is one of the finest and most typical of all Minoan palaces. The ruins of the Old and New Palace are both preserved; the Old Palace is protected under a shed, with some remains dating back to Neolithic times. The New Palace consists of a central peristyle court flanked by storerooms and shrines on the west side, the royal quarters on the north and the workshops on the east. The ‘theatral area’ with the ‘processional ways’ is situated west of the storerooms, and the granaries of the Old Palace are located in the lower strata. The West Propylon, the palace’s monumental entrance, is the most impressive known structure of its kind. The artefacts from the palace are now exhibited in the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion.
Following your guided tour, depart the archaeological site of Phaestos for the drive back to the pier.
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This excursion involves approximately 2.4 km (1 ½ miles) of walking on uneven ground and several steps. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. This tour is not recommended to guests with limited mobility.
Inbegriffen
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Minoan Palace & archaeological museum
Crete’s fertile soil and towering peaks witnessed the development of one of the earliest recorded civilizations on earth: the Minoan.
Knossos is the most important of the Minoan palaces and the most famous Cretan site since its discovery in 1878. Occupied for 9,000 years before present and associated with the legend of the palace of King Minos, the site was the capital of Crete during the Minoan period. It was the court of the legendary King Minos, whose wife Pasiphae gave birth to the Minotaur, half-bull, half-man. The excavations on the site were begun in 1893 by the English archaeologist Sir Arthur Evans and his team and lasted 35 years.
From the pier, you will board your coach for the 30-minute drive to Knossos.
During this tour, you will discover the Great Palace through the West Court, where one can easily understand why the legend of the labyrinth grew up here. It takes about one hour and a half to walk around the site and explore all the parts of the Palace. See the Royal Quarters’ Throne room with its antechamber and main throne, as well as the Queen’s Quarters, whose wall above the entrance door is decorated with a copy of the famous dolphin frescos. Your guide will also tell about the Minotaur legend.
You will continue your journey with a visit of the Archaeological Museum in Heraklion. The museum houses archaeological finds from all over Crete, covering over 5,500 years of the island's history. With its twenty halls, the museum presents the finds from the Minoan era, including the frescoes from the Royal Palace of Knossos.
After your visit of the museum, you will board your coach and join your ship after a 15-minute drive.
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This excursion involves 1,5 km (1 mile) of walking with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
Inbegriffen
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Arkadi Monastery and the old town of Rethymno
On this coach excursion, you will spend an afternoon discovering authentic Crete, with visits to the Arkadi Monastery and the old village of Rethymno.
After a 90-minute drive from Chania, you will discover the Arkadi Monastery, a site brimming with history and with a unique atmosphere. Nestling on top of a rocky plateau, this Eastern Orthodox monastery consists of a Renaissance-style church constructed in the 16th century, bearing witness to the island's Venetian history, surrounded by a fortress that was built more recently. The calm and serenity that reign inside the cloisters, as well as the religious frescoes and icons on display to visitors, are ideal for meditation and contemplation. The monastery played an important role in Cretan history in the face of Ottoman domination during the revolt of 1866 and has become a national emblem of resistance.
You will continue your afternoon with a visit around the old town of Rethymno, with its captivating charm. The Venetians and the Ottomans left their mark on it, offering visitors architectural jewels. So, losing yourself among the small cobbled streets or in the port, you will discover the Neradje Mosque, with its emblematic minaret, the Venetian fortress standing proudly above the town, and the Egyptian lighthouse as well as various magnificent buildings with colourful façades and charming little shaded squares.
Finally, in a former bakery, you will observe the secrets to making pastries, such as the emblematic many-layered filo pastry that is used in most Greek desserts, such as kataifis and baclavas.
- The level of difficulty of this excursion is low. The ground is flat, with uneven cobblestone streets and some stairs.
Inbegriffen
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Walking exploration of Chania Town
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Valley of the Temples and Casa Barbadoro
From the pier, embark your coach for the 30-minute drive to the Valley of the Temples.
The archaeological area known as the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento, is one of the most important archaeological sites in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1998.
From the entrance of the archaeological site, you will start your 1-hour and a half walking tour.
You will walk through the area surrounded by countryside covered by beautiful almond and olive trees, the guide will lead you among the most important monuments: Temple of Juno, Temple of Concord, Temple of Hercules and the famous Temple of Zeus (the largest temple of Greek antiquity).
At the end of the walk, enjoy a refreshment at Casa Barbadoro, inside the park. Casa Barbadoro will present you their project to enhance and promote the artistic, cultural, natural and agricultural heritage of the 1300 hectares of the Archeological and Landscape Park of the Valley of the Temples.
You will then visit the Museum of Agrigento, one of the most important archaeological museum in Sicily, containing impressive collections of Greek vases, coins, etc.
After the visit, you will board your coach and drive to the pier.
- This tour involves approximately 1.8 mile (3 km) of walking over paved road and uneven paths with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
Inbegriffen
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Taormina & the ancient theatre
From the pier, you will be transferred by coach to the ancient Greek town of Taormina, a one-hour drive.
Called Tauromenium in ancient times, Taormina clings to the side of Mount Tauro and offers superb views, splashed with the vibrant colours of bougainvillea and oleanders, of the Mediterranean Sea, Isola Bella and a snow-capped Etna in the background.
A maze of narrow streets, stairs and tiny squares, Taormina has attracted many civilisations over the centuries. It is home to theatres and a gymnasium from the Greek period, an Odeon and baths from Roman times, buildings blending Arab and Norman cultures, traces of Byzantine, and villas belonging to European aristocracy in the 18th and 19th centuries.
You start your excursion with a visit on foot to the historic centre. You will cross the famous Corso Umberto to discover numerous monuments from several eras, and admire Porta Catania, the Cathedral, Piazza IX Aprile and Palazzo Corvaja.
You then arrive at Teatro Antico, a theatre built by the Greeks in the 3rd century BC, and almost completely rebuilt by the Romans who created a gladiatorial arena. The theatre is the second largest in Sicily after the one in Syracuse. Due to its size and acoustic quality the theatre is still used to host festivals and concerts. Seated on the stone terraces, the audience can enjoy the concert while admiring a breath-taking panoramic view of the sea, Mount Tauro and Etna.
- As this excursion involves a walk of around 1.5 miles (2 km) on rough terrain with several stairways. We recommend you wear comfortable shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate dress is recommended when visiting religious monuments (knees and shoulders covered).
Inbegriffen
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Bronzi di Riace & Scilla
Reggio Calabria is located on the tip of the Italian Peninsula and is separated from the island of Sicily by the Strait of Messina. It is situated on the slopes of the Aspromonte, a long, craggy mountain range that runs up through the centre of the region.
From the pier, you will board your coach and drive to one of the most important archaeological museums, the prestigious National Archaeological Museum of Magna Græcia, dedicated to Ancient Greece. You will have the possibility to visit the famous Bronzes of Riace, rare example of Greek bronze sculpture, which became one of the symbols of the city. The two statues – discovered on August 1972 near Riace – are considered among the most important sculptural masterpieces of Greek art.
Then, you will proceed to Scilla. Scilla is a village of ancient origins known since the days of Homer, who described it in his Odyssey as the home of Scylla, a nymph turned into a sea monster by the sorceress Circe.
The Ruffo Castle, completely turned towards the Strait of Messina, the uncontaminated beaches, the sea and the charming neighbourhood of Chianalea, the ancient fishing village, make Scilla one of the most sought-after tourist destinations of Calabria. Chianalea has earned the nickname of “little Venice” for houses built directly on the rocks, separated from each other by small streets that overlook the sea, particularity that also allowed the village to be counted among the most beautiful villages of Italy. Along the streets of the village you can see ancient fountains, churches and palaces.
After enjoying a visit of the castle and the village, you will taste a delicious refreshment of local products in a beautiful location with a view before returning to the pier, a 30-minute drive.
- This tour involves approximately 2 km (1.5 mile) of walking over uneven ground with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
Inbegriffen
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Paestum
From the pier, embark your coach for a one-hour drive to Paestum, the city dedicated to Poseidon the god of the sea, and founded by the Greeks around 600 BC. Previously called Poseidonia, it was later occupied by the Lucanians, an italic population, from 400 BC until 273 BC, when it became a Roman colony under the name of Paestum.
Its three temples are the only example of Greek architecture and arts already present in Italy, and are better preserved than the Parthenon in Athens. The city was discovered under the marsh and the brushwood thanks to the King of Naples Carlo di Borbone III during the 17th century.
The Romans made of the ancient Poseidonia their colony, and subsequently it was embellished by magnificent buildings including the baths, the portico of the forum and the amphitheatre.
Walking through this ancient moment of history and looking at these imposing and gorgeous structures will leave an impression in people's mind of the best example of what the Greek culture was in the past.
Finally, you will board your coach and start your return drive to the ship.
- This tour involves one hour and a half of walking over uneven ground, we recommend you to wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
Inbegriffen
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Pompeii
From the pier, embark your coach for a forty-five-minute drive to Pompeii.
Pompeii is considered the world's finest example of an ancient Roman town. The eruption of Vesuvius on August 24, 79 AD not only preserved structures, but also evidence of the ancient way of life, such as a fully equipped tavern with the last customer's money still on the counter.
Ancient Pompeii was a prosperous provincial centre with an estimated population of 20,000. Much of the town had been destroyed by an earthquake in 63 AD, and the rebuilding was still in process when the volcano erupted 16 years later. The whole town was buried beneath more than 20 feet (6 m) of ash and pumice stone. Residents were killed by lethal sulphur fumes or struck down by lava and pumice stone that rained down upon the city, although some of the people escaped. Abandoned until the 18th century, Pompeii was frozen in time until excavations revealed this amazing archaeological site. Plaster was poured into empty spaces in the lava to make body casts of some of the victims, such as a young man stretched out to protect his mother and young daughter, and the famous twisted body of a dog still tied to its chain.
The walking tour of Pompeii will be led by a guide who will help you relive the historical events and experience a typical day in antiquity. Admire the luxurious mansions and fabulous art of wealthy patricians who came to Pompeii to escape the turmoil in Rome. Their houses were designed around an inner garden with few windows on the exteriors, so residents could forget the outside world and get sunlight from their own courtyards. Visit some of the more modest homes and explore ancient baths, temples, theatres, markets and huge forum.
Finally, you will board your coach and start your return drive to the ship.
- This tour involves 2 hours of walking over uneven ground, we recommend you to wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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From the pier, embark your coach and drive through the hearth of Gaeta to discover the famous so called “Split Mountain”, which still receives continuous pilgrimages. Visit the Sanctuary of the Split Mountain. The complex is composed of the church of the Santissima Trinità, the Benedictine monastery dating from 1071 and the "Grotta del turco", an open corridor. After going down 35 stair steps, you will join the deep and suggestive central split: according to the tradition, the mountain split at the death of Christ.
The geological phenomenon and the constant religious tradition made the Split Mountain internationally famous: it has been visited by Saints, Popes and Kings for centuries.
Next, discover the historical centre of Gaeta. You will visit the Gothic church of the Santissima Annunziata, which was renewed with baroque decorations in 1621.
Walking up toward the promontory, you will discover the medieval area of the town, a little centre of art that represented the political and religious heart of the Ducal period (9th to 12th century). The alleys, buildings, narrow streets, towers, steps, portals and little bell towers from the 12th to the 13th and following centuries, make a very interesting ensemble. Going up the Via Pius IX you will arrive at the castle that dominates the whole medieval centre.
Continuing through the Via Angioina, you will arrive to the neo-gothic church of San Francesco, built during the reign of Ferdinando II in the memory of Pius IX who was then exiled in Gaeta. The church was transformed into barracks and a military hospital during the French domination.
After your guided tour, follow your guide for the 15-minute walk back to the pier.
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This excursion involves 3-hour of walking on uneven terrains and steep slopes with 60 steps to negotiate. We recommend you wear comfortable shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate dress must be worn when visiting religious buildings (shoulders and knees should be covered). The inside visit of the religious sites cannot be guaranteed in case of preparation for special event or church services.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Tiberio Villa and Sperlonga
Sperlonga's main cultural attraction is the museum erected on the grounds of the former villa of Tiberius, showing the groups of sculpture celebrating the deeds of Odysseus, found in a grotto. According to Tacitus and Suetonius, the roof of the grotto collapsed while Tiberius was dining, and Sejanus rushed to save Tiberius, for which Tiberius in gratitude promoted him, launching his rise to power. Tiberius moved to Capri after 26 AD.
The villa included a grotto where some famous sculptures, now housed in the museum, have been found: these portrayed the assault of Scylla to Odysseus' ship, the blinding of Polyphemus, the theft of the Palladium and Odysseus lifting Achilles's corpse. The works have been attributed to Rhodian sculptors which are thought to be the same authors of the group of "Laocoön and His Sons". Yet whether the very same artists are responsible is questionable.
After your visit to the National Archaeological Museum and the adjacent grounds of the former house of Tiberius, rejoin your coach for Sperlonga city centre.
Sperlonga is a small sea village characterised by white houses placed on a promontory above the sea, and was rightly awarded as one of the most beautiful towns in Italy. On arrival, follow your guide for a walking tour through the cobblestoned streets of the town. You will visit the historical centre, the Church of St. Mary of Speloncae and you will admire the Truglia Tower.
Before returning to your ship you will enjoy some free time followed by a small snack.
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This excursion involves about two hours of walking on uneven ground with about ten stairs to climb. We recommend you to bring comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate dress is recommended for visiting religious sites (shoulders and knees must be covered). The interior visit of religious monuments may be canceled in the event of preparation for a particular event or religious service. The snack is included in your excursion.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Le Bougainville
Gemütliche und gut belüftete Gemeinschaftsräume, puristisches Design und Blick aufs Meer, markante Außenlinien, eine Marina, die den Zodiac-Schlauchbooten Ausfahrt und Rückkehr erleichtert, HiTech-Ausrüstung, ein Außenpool, ein multisensorischer Unterwassersalon... Le Bougainville repräsentiert die neue Schiffsgeneration, die Entdeckung und Luxus auch in den abgelegensten Weltgegenden verbindet.
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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PANORAMIC TOUR OF ATHENS BEFORE BEING TRANSFERRED TO THE PORT OF PIRAEUS
Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your transfer between the airport and your port of embarkation.
Athens
Meet at Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos - 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 for a scenic tour of Athens en route to the port of Piraeus.
When you will reach Athens, you will make your first stop at the Panathenaic Stadium, a 19th-century reconstruction on Roman foundations, in which the first modern Olympic Games took place. This stadium is also known as the Kallimármaro which means “the beautiful marbled” because it is the only major stadium in the world built entirely of white marble. It was also restored to host some competitions during the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens.
You will enjoy a photo stop at the bottom of the Acropolis Hill with its spectacular view of the Parthenon before being transferred to the port of Piraeus where you will embark on your ship.
Your programme includes:
- Transfer by air-conditioned coach.
- 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.
Note:
- Optional photo stops depending on embarkation time and traffic conditions.
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 : 50 €
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.ATHENS CITY BREAK (2 NIGHTS)
Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Day 1 - Athens
Meet at Athens Airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
You will be transferred to the hotel Athens Capital Centre – Collection Mgallery 5*, perfectly located at Syntagma Square in the heart of Athens.
Official check-in at 15 :00.
Afternoon at leisure.
Dinner at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 - Athens
After breakfast, your walking guided visit will be first focus on Anafiotika district.
This picturesque old quarter is located under the Acropolis. This very typical architecture looks like to the Cycladic islands, with narrow streets and white-washed houses with colorful shutters.
You will learn more about its history with your guide. And you will have the perfect opportunity to take the most beautiful photos, through the lens of a professional photograph at your disposal to give you tips and help you..
Later, you will walk until a local tavern in the Plaka district and you will enjoy a traditional Greek lunch followed by a short time at leisure in Plaka.
During the afternoon, you will visit the Acropolis Museum, which is an archaeological museum focused on the findings of the archaeological site of the Acropolis of Athens. The museum was built in order to house every artifact found on the rock and at its foot, covering a large period of time from the Greek Bronze Age to Roman and Byzantine Greece. Nearly 4,000 objects are exhibited over an area of 14,000 square metres.
After the Museum visit, time at leisure to strool around the Museum area (about 1 hour), or to visit on your own, the Acropolis site (this visit is not accessible to disabled people). Then short drive back to your hotel (about 15 minutes).
Evening and dinner at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 - Athens
Breakfast followed by hotel check-out procedures.
You will walk with your guide until Benaki Museum located in Kolonaki Square (about 10 minutes).
The Benaki Museum ranks among the great benefactions which have enriched the material assets of the Greek State. It is also the oldest museum in Greece. The Museum houses a set of collections comprising many distinct categories and totalling more than 30,000 items that illustrate the Greek world through a spectacular historical panorama: from Antiquity and the age of Roman domination to the medieval Byzantine period, from the fall of Constantinople (1453) and the centuries of Frankish and Ottoman occupation to the outbreak of the struggle for independence in 1821, and from the formation of the modern state of Greece (1830) to 1922, the year in which the Asia Minor disaster took place. Board your vehicle again for a short drive to your hotel.
Following your visit, board your vehicle for a short drive to the meeting point where your local chef will await for you.
Combine the best flavors of Athens has to offer, in a master class that involves putting together a menu, shopping for the ingredients in the vibrant central markets of Athens, and actually preparing it, all under the care of a professional chef and expert on Mediterranean cuisine.
After collecting everything, you will head to a venue with all the necessary equipment to turn the fresh ingredients into delicious delicacies. With the guidance of the chef, you will enjoy the best meal prepared by yourselves.
You will then be transferred to the pier of Athens to embark on board your ship.
Your hotel:
The Athens Capital Center Hotel - MGallery Collection is a boutique hotel ideally located in the heart of Athens, in the upscale Kolonaki neighbourhood, two minutes from Syntagma Square. Its contemporary interior houses works of art celebrating Greek culture. The fully-appointed Deluxe rooms offer a tranquil haven with an elegant atmosphere. From the rooftop terrace with swimming pool, the view of the Acropolis is uninterrupted and cloaked in magic at nightfall. Greek and Mediterranean specialities are served at MFlavours, the first of the hotel’s restaurants, while creative cuisine awaits guests at the second, Mappemonde.
Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.
Your programme includes:
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2-nights accommodation in Deluxe room at Athens Capital Centre – Collection Mgallery 5* (local standard) or similar, breakfast included.
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Meals as mentioned in the programme.
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Beverage package during meals (bottled water + 1 soft drink or 1 glass of wine or 1 local beer and 1 coffee or tea).
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Welcome drink voucher of 20 € to enjoy a cocktail at the rooftop Mappemonde during open hours (non refundable)
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Transfers, visits, and entrance fees as mentioned in the programme.
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The services of a local English-speaking escort on the day of arrival.
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The services of a local English-speaking guide during visits.
Your programme does not include:
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Dinner on days 1 & 2.
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Personal expenses.
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Visa if necessary.
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Tips for the driver and local guide.
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Early check-in and late check-out.
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Other services not mentioned in the programme.
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Entry fees and guided visit of the Acropolis.
Please note:
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It is imperative that the details of your departure flight are provided to your travel agent, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise, to secure the proper private transfer.
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On day 2, the photo tour of the Anafiotika district requires about 2 hours of walking on flat and uneven ground with uneven level.
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The visit of the Acropolis Museum (day 2), the Benaki Museum and the walk at Central Market (day 3) require moderate walking on flat or uneven ground (paved terrain and a few steps).
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The Acropolis visit site is not included to the program and is not recomanded for disabled people.You can visit it on your own during leisure time.
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The Benaki Museum is closed on Tuesday.
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The Central Market is closed on Sunday.
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The official check-in in room at 15:00.
Contact of your hotel:
Athens Capital Centre – Collection Mgallery
4 Eleftheriou Venizelou Avenue and 2 Kriezotou street Syntagma Square,
Athens 105 64,
Greece
Telephone number: +30 21 4444 2000
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 : 1.920 €
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.Phaestos Palace
From the pier, board your coach and drive across Crete and towards the Libyan Sea to Phaestos.
One of the most important centres of the Minoan civilization, Phaestos was the wealthiest and most powerful city in Southern Crete. It was inhabited from the Neolithic Age until the development of the Minoan palaces in the 15th century BC. Upon arrival, proceed to a visit of the Phaestos Palace, also known as the ‘Phaistos Palace’, and commence your guided walking tour.
The Phaestos Palace’s superb architectural design and near-perfect construction is one of the finest and most typical of all Minoan palaces. The ruins of the Old and New Palace are both preserved; the Old Palace is protected under a shed, with some remains dating back to Neolithic times. The New Palace consists of a central peristyle court flanked by storerooms and shrines on the west side, the royal quarters on the north and the workshops on the east. The ‘theatral area’ with the ‘processional ways’ is situated west of the storerooms, and the granaries of the Old Palace are located in the lower strata. The West Propylon, the palace’s monumental entrance, is the most impressive known structure of its kind. The artefacts from the palace are now exhibited in the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion.
Following your guided tour, depart the archaeological site of Phaestos for the drive back to the pier.
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This excursion involves approximately 2.4 km (1 ½ miles) of walking on uneven ground and several steps. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. This tour is not recommended to guests with limited mobility.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Minoan Palace & archaeological museum
Crete’s fertile soil and towering peaks witnessed the development of one of the earliest recorded civilizations on earth: the Minoan.
Knossos is the most important of the Minoan palaces and the most famous Cretan site since its discovery in 1878. Occupied for 9,000 years before present and associated with the legend of the palace of King Minos, the site was the capital of Crete during the Minoan period. It was the court of the legendary King Minos, whose wife Pasiphae gave birth to the Minotaur, half-bull, half-man. The excavations on the site were begun in 1893 by the English archaeologist Sir Arthur Evans and his team and lasted 35 years.
From the pier, you will board your coach for the 30-minute drive to Knossos.
During this tour, you will discover the Great Palace through the West Court, where one can easily understand why the legend of the labyrinth grew up here. It takes about one hour and a half to walk around the site and explore all the parts of the Palace. See the Royal Quarters’ Throne room with its antechamber and main throne, as well as the Queen’s Quarters, whose wall above the entrance door is decorated with a copy of the famous dolphin frescos. Your guide will also tell about the Minotaur legend.
You will continue your journey with a visit of the Archaeological Museum in Heraklion. The museum houses archaeological finds from all over Crete, covering over 5,500 years of the island's history. With its twenty halls, the museum presents the finds from the Minoan era, including the frescoes from the Royal Palace of Knossos.
After your visit of the museum, you will board your coach and join your ship after a 15-minute drive.
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This excursion involves 1,5 km (1 mile) of walking with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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On this coach excursion, you will spend an afternoon discovering authentic Crete, with visits to the Arkadi Monastery and the old village of Rethymno.
After a 90-minute drive from Chania, you will discover the Arkadi Monastery, a site brimming with history and with a unique atmosphere. Nestling on top of a rocky plateau, this Eastern Orthodox monastery consists of a Renaissance-style church constructed in the 16th century, bearing witness to the island's Venetian history, surrounded by a fortress that was built more recently. The calm and serenity that reign inside the cloisters, as well as the religious frescoes and icons on display to visitors, are ideal for meditation and contemplation. The monastery played an important role in Cretan history in the face of Ottoman domination during the revolt of 1866 and has become a national emblem of resistance.
You will continue your afternoon with a visit around the old town of Rethymno, with its captivating charm. The Venetians and the Ottomans left their mark on it, offering visitors architectural jewels. So, losing yourself among the small cobbled streets or in the port, you will discover the Neradje Mosque, with its emblematic minaret, the Venetian fortress standing proudly above the town, and the Egyptian lighthouse as well as various magnificent buildings with colourful façades and charming little shaded squares.
Finally, in a former bakery, you will observe the secrets to making pastries, such as the emblematic many-layered filo pastry that is used in most Greek desserts, such as kataifis and baclavas.
- The level of difficulty of this excursion is low. The ground is flat, with uneven cobblestone streets and some stairs.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Walking exploration of Chania Town
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From the pier, embark your coach for the 30-minute drive to the Valley of the Temples.
The archaeological area known as the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento, is one of the most important archaeological sites in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1998.
From the entrance of the archaeological site, you will start your 1-hour and a half walking tour.
You will walk through the area surrounded by countryside covered by beautiful almond and olive trees, the guide will lead you among the most important monuments: Temple of Juno, Temple of Concord, Temple of Hercules and the famous Temple of Zeus (the largest temple of Greek antiquity).
At the end of the walk, enjoy a refreshment at Casa Barbadoro, inside the park. Casa Barbadoro will present you their project to enhance and promote the artistic, cultural, natural and agricultural heritage of the 1300 hectares of the Archeological and Landscape Park of the Valley of the Temples.
You will then visit the Museum of Agrigento, one of the most important archaeological museum in Sicily, containing impressive collections of Greek vases, coins, etc.
After the visit, you will board your coach and drive to the pier.
- This tour involves approximately 1.8 mile (3 km) of walking over paved road and uneven paths with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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From the pier, you will be transferred by coach to the ancient Greek town of Taormina, a one-hour drive.
Called Tauromenium in ancient times, Taormina clings to the side of Mount Tauro and offers superb views, splashed with the vibrant colours of bougainvillea and oleanders, of the Mediterranean Sea, Isola Bella and a snow-capped Etna in the background.
A maze of narrow streets, stairs and tiny squares, Taormina has attracted many civilisations over the centuries. It is home to theatres and a gymnasium from the Greek period, an Odeon and baths from Roman times, buildings blending Arab and Norman cultures, traces of Byzantine, and villas belonging to European aristocracy in the 18th and 19th centuries.
You start your excursion with a visit on foot to the historic centre. You will cross the famous Corso Umberto to discover numerous monuments from several eras, and admire Porta Catania, the Cathedral, Piazza IX Aprile and Palazzo Corvaja.
You then arrive at Teatro Antico, a theatre built by the Greeks in the 3rd century BC, and almost completely rebuilt by the Romans who created a gladiatorial arena. The theatre is the second largest in Sicily after the one in Syracuse. Due to its size and acoustic quality the theatre is still used to host festivals and concerts. Seated on the stone terraces, the audience can enjoy the concert while admiring a breath-taking panoramic view of the sea, Mount Tauro and Etna.
- As this excursion involves a walk of around 1.5 miles (2 km) on rough terrain with several stairways. We recommend you wear comfortable shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate dress is recommended when visiting religious monuments (knees and shoulders covered).
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Reggio Calabria is located on the tip of the Italian Peninsula and is separated from the island of Sicily by the Strait of Messina. It is situated on the slopes of the Aspromonte, a long, craggy mountain range that runs up through the centre of the region.
From the pier, you will board your coach and drive to one of the most important archaeological museums, the prestigious National Archaeological Museum of Magna Græcia, dedicated to Ancient Greece. You will have the possibility to visit the famous Bronzes of Riace, rare example of Greek bronze sculpture, which became one of the symbols of the city. The two statues – discovered on August 1972 near Riace – are considered among the most important sculptural masterpieces of Greek art.
Then, you will proceed to Scilla. Scilla is a village of ancient origins known since the days of Homer, who described it in his Odyssey as the home of Scylla, a nymph turned into a sea monster by the sorceress Circe.
The Ruffo Castle, completely turned towards the Strait of Messina, the uncontaminated beaches, the sea and the charming neighbourhood of Chianalea, the ancient fishing village, make Scilla one of the most sought-after tourist destinations of Calabria. Chianalea has earned the nickname of “little Venice” for houses built directly on the rocks, separated from each other by small streets that overlook the sea, particularity that also allowed the village to be counted among the most beautiful villages of Italy. Along the streets of the village you can see ancient fountains, churches and palaces.
After enjoying a visit of the castle and the village, you will taste a delicious refreshment of local products in a beautiful location with a view before returning to the pier, a 30-minute drive.
- This tour involves approximately 2 km (1.5 mile) of walking over uneven ground with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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From the pier, embark your coach for a one-hour drive to Paestum, the city dedicated to Poseidon the god of the sea, and founded by the Greeks around 600 BC. Previously called Poseidonia, it was later occupied by the Lucanians, an italic population, from 400 BC until 273 BC, when it became a Roman colony under the name of Paestum.
Its three temples are the only example of Greek architecture and arts already present in Italy, and are better preserved than the Parthenon in Athens. The city was discovered under the marsh and the brushwood thanks to the King of Naples Carlo di Borbone III during the 17th century.
The Romans made of the ancient Poseidonia their colony, and subsequently it was embellished by magnificent buildings including the baths, the portico of the forum and the amphitheatre.
Walking through this ancient moment of history and looking at these imposing and gorgeous structures will leave an impression in people's mind of the best example of what the Greek culture was in the past.
Finally, you will board your coach and start your return drive to the ship.
- This tour involves one hour and a half of walking over uneven ground, we recommend you to wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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From the pier, embark your coach for a forty-five-minute drive to Pompeii.
Pompeii is considered the world's finest example of an ancient Roman town. The eruption of Vesuvius on August 24, 79 AD not only preserved structures, but also evidence of the ancient way of life, such as a fully equipped tavern with the last customer's money still on the counter.
Ancient Pompeii was a prosperous provincial centre with an estimated population of 20,000. Much of the town had been destroyed by an earthquake in 63 AD, and the rebuilding was still in process when the volcano erupted 16 years later. The whole town was buried beneath more than 20 feet (6 m) of ash and pumice stone. Residents were killed by lethal sulphur fumes or struck down by lava and pumice stone that rained down upon the city, although some of the people escaped. Abandoned until the 18th century, Pompeii was frozen in time until excavations revealed this amazing archaeological site. Plaster was poured into empty spaces in the lava to make body casts of some of the victims, such as a young man stretched out to protect his mother and young daughter, and the famous twisted body of a dog still tied to its chain.
The walking tour of Pompeii will be led by a guide who will help you relive the historical events and experience a typical day in antiquity. Admire the luxurious mansions and fabulous art of wealthy patricians who came to Pompeii to escape the turmoil in Rome. Their houses were designed around an inner garden with few windows on the exteriors, so residents could forget the outside world and get sunlight from their own courtyards. Visit some of the more modest homes and explore ancient baths, temples, theatres, markets and huge forum.
Finally, you will board your coach and start your return drive to the ship.
- This tour involves 2 hours of walking over uneven ground, we recommend you to wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
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From the pier, embark your coach and drive through the hearth of Gaeta to discover the famous so called “Split Mountain”, which still receives continuous pilgrimages. Visit the Sanctuary of the Split Mountain. The complex is composed of the church of the Santissima Trinità, the Benedictine monastery dating from 1071 and the "Grotta del turco", an open corridor. After going down 35 stair steps, you will join the deep and suggestive central split: according to the tradition, the mountain split at the death of Christ.
The geological phenomenon and the constant religious tradition made the Split Mountain internationally famous: it has been visited by Saints, Popes and Kings for centuries.
Next, discover the historical centre of Gaeta. You will visit the Gothic church of the Santissima Annunziata, which was renewed with baroque decorations in 1621.
Walking up toward the promontory, you will discover the medieval area of the town, a little centre of art that represented the political and religious heart of the Ducal period (9th to 12th century). The alleys, buildings, narrow streets, towers, steps, portals and little bell towers from the 12th to the 13th and following centuries, make a very interesting ensemble. Going up the Via Pius IX you will arrive at the castle that dominates the whole medieval centre.
Continuing through the Via Angioina, you will arrive to the neo-gothic church of San Francesco, built during the reign of Ferdinando II in the memory of Pius IX who was then exiled in Gaeta. The church was transformed into barracks and a military hospital during the French domination.
After your guided tour, follow your guide for the 15-minute walk back to the pier.
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This excursion involves 3-hour of walking on uneven terrains and steep slopes with 60 steps to negotiate. We recommend you wear comfortable shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate dress must be worn when visiting religious buildings (shoulders and knees should be covered). The inside visit of the religious sites cannot be guaranteed in case of preparation for special event or church services.
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Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.Tiberio Villa and Sperlonga
Sperlonga's main cultural attraction is the museum erected on the grounds of the former villa of Tiberius, showing the groups of sculpture celebrating the deeds of Odysseus, found in a grotto. According to Tacitus and Suetonius, the roof of the grotto collapsed while Tiberius was dining, and Sejanus rushed to save Tiberius, for which Tiberius in gratitude promoted him, launching his rise to power. Tiberius moved to Capri after 26 AD.
The villa included a grotto where some famous sculptures, now housed in the museum, have been found: these portrayed the assault of Scylla to Odysseus' ship, the blinding of Polyphemus, the theft of the Palladium and Odysseus lifting Achilles's corpse. The works have been attributed to Rhodian sculptors which are thought to be the same authors of the group of "Laocoön and His Sons". Yet whether the very same artists are responsible is questionable.
After your visit to the National Archaeological Museum and the adjacent grounds of the former house of Tiberius, rejoin your coach for Sperlonga city centre.
Sperlonga is a small sea village characterised by white houses placed on a promontory above the sea, and was rightly awarded as one of the most beautiful towns in Italy. On arrival, follow your guide for a walking tour through the cobblestoned streets of the town. You will visit the historical centre, the Church of St. Mary of Speloncae and you will admire the Truglia Tower.
Before returning to your ship you will enjoy some free time followed by a small snack.
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This excursion involves about two hours of walking on uneven ground with about ten stairs to climb. We recommend you to bring comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate dress is recommended for visiting religious sites (shoulders and knees must be covered). The interior visit of religious monuments may be canceled in the event of preparation for a particular event or religious service. The snack is included in your excursion.
Inbegriffen
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.ROMAN HILIGHTS (2 NIGHTS)
This program is specially designed to orient you to the treasures of Rome and to introduce you to some of its most important monuments.
Day 1 – Civitavecchia - Rome
After breakfast aboard, join your guide for the 90-minute drive into Rome, where your exploration of the Eternal City begins with a panoramic tour of its major monuments—the Caracalla Baths, Tiberina Island, Circus Maximus, St. Angelo Castle, and Villa Borghese Park. Then, leaving the coach behind, follow your guide on a walking tour of some of the most famous piazzas and fountains in Rome, including the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, and Navona Square.
After lunch at a local restaurant, continue your tour of Rome's ancient ruins, as your guide explains their relation to twelve centuries of cultural, political, and religious history. Your final stop will be at the Colosseum, an iconic symbol of Imperial Rome, where you will enjoy VIP access to the floor of the arena where gladiators, Christians, and wild beasts once battled to the death before an audience of more than 50,000 spectators.
Rejoin your coach for the short ride to the historic Sina Bernini Bristol, your home for the next two nights. Dinner is independent and at your leisure.
Day 2 – Rome
Breakfast at the hotel is followed by a specially crafted tour of the Vatican. Begin your discovery of this center of Catholic Christianity in the Vatican City Gardens, open only to VIP visitors. The gardens contain a variety of fortifications and monuments, dating from as early as the 9th century and set among vibrant flower beds, topiary, green lawns, and forest. See the Vatican Radio Station and the Academy of Science, and enjoy a singular view of St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel from the rear.
Briefly visit the Vatican Museums before entering the world-famous Sistine Chapel, where you will see Michelangelo's fresco of The Creation of Adam. Continue to the interior of St. Peter’s Basilica, the largest church in the world, where Michelangelo's Pieta and the beautifully carved Bernini Pulpit are among the many works of art on display.
The rest of day is yours to explore the city on your own or to enjoy the amenities of the hotel. Lunch and dinner are independent and at your leisure.
Day 3 – Rome | Home
After breakfast at the hotel and check out, transfer to the airport for flights homeward.
Your hotel:
Located in heart of Rome, the historic Sina Bernini Bristol is one of the most renowned 5-star hotels in the Eternal City. Once the hotel of choice for Russian Tsars, Princes of Wales, the Rockefellers, and the Vanderbilts, the Bernini Bristol enjoys a privileged location between Piazza Barberini and Via Veneto, just a few minutes’ walk from the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps. The bedrooms are well appointed in classic and contemporary style. Each room features an Italian marbled tile bathroom, satellite TV, a safe, minibar, and hairdryer. The hotel has a rooftop restaurant with panoramic views, as well as a spa and fitness center.
Your program includes:
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2 nights at the Sina Bernini Bristol (or similar).
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Transfer and luggage handling from the pier to the hotel on Day 1.
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Transfer and luggage handling from the hotel to the airport on Day 3.
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Lunch on Day 1.
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Breakfast on Days 2 and 3.
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Sightseeing and programming as noted in the itinerary.
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Local English-speaking guide.
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Gratuities for the drivers and local guides.
Your program does not include:
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Transfer from the hotel to the airport on any day other than the scheduled program departure day.
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Personal expenses and other services and meals not mentioned as included in the program.
Please note:
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It is imperative that your flight departure details are communicated at least 30 days prior to the beginning of your cruise in order to secure your transfer from the hotel to the airport.
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Late check-out is available depending on availability and at a supplement. An additional night is possible, upon request and depending on hotel availability. Please, contact reservations or your travel agent for further details.
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The official currency is the Euro. Credit cards are widely accepted in hotels, shops, and restaurants.
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This post-cruise program is offered as a package. There will be no refunds for unused accommodations, meals, or excursions.
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Program is offered on a space available basis.
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Program is subject to change without notice.
Hotel contact information:
Sina Bernini Bristol
Piazza Barberini 23,
00187 Rome
Italy
Telephone: +39 855-516-1090
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 1.190 €
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.DIRECT TRANSFER FROM THE PORT OF CIVITAVECCHIA TO ROME FIUMICINO AIRPORT
Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your transfer between your port of disembarkation and the airport.
Civitavecchia/Rome
After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port of Civitavecchia by our local English-speaking representative.
Then you will depart the pier by coach for Leonardo da Vinci International Airport of Rome, also called Rome Fiumicino Airport escorted by our English-speaking representative in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight (about 1.30 at drive).
Your programme includes:
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Transfer as mentioned in the programme.
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Services of a local English-speaking escort.
Your programme does not include:
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Tips for the driver and local escort.
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Personal expenses and other services not mentioned in the programme.
For the times of your PONANT flight, please contact your travel agent; they are also shown on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents. In the event of schedule changes of PONANT’s selected flight, your programme will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised programme will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final programme will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 50 €
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.