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Splendours of the Western Mediterranean
Athens - Valletta
Dates:
30/9/2022
to
7/10/2022
Other available dates
8
days
days
7
nights on board
nights on board
Starting from*
€3,490
20% Ponant Bonus
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Guest Speaker Starting in Athens, step aboard Le Jacques-Cartier for an 8-day cruise between Greece and the majestic Maltese coast.
Le Jacques-Cartier will take you to Patmos, were you will discover its monastery and the cave where Saint John is said to have received his visions.
This cruise will also enable you to discover Hydra, a small island of old-worldly charm where motorised traffic is banned.
You will then follow a memorable crossing of the Corinth Canal and make a port of call at Itea, not far from the marvellous Delphi archaeological site.
After calling at Katakolon, you will leave Greece for Italy. Then, you will set sail for Syracuse, one of the most prestigious Sicilian cities, whose monuments are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage.
You will make a final call on Gozo, an unspoiled island that is home to a megalithic site listed with UNESCO.
Your cruise will come to an end in Valletta, capital of the island of Malta and former stronghold of the Knights of the Order of Malta.
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Your itinerary
A cruise from Greece to Malta via the Sicilian coast, discovering majestic landscapes. UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Acropolis in Athens (embarkation port), the Monastery of Saint-John the Theologian and...
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Deluxe Suite Deck 5
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Privilege Suite Deck 6
Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6
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30% Ponant Bonus
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Services provided
- Individually-controlled airconditioning
- Stateroom layout: king-size bed, or twin beds, communicating staterooms available (Children welcome)
- Minibar
- Flat screen satellite TV
- Video on demand
- Bose™ Bluetooth speaker
- Desk with stationery
- Safe
- Hermès® bath products
- Dressing table, bath robes, Hairdryer
- Direct line telephone
- 110V American (two flat pins) /220V European (round sockets with two round pins)
- 24hr room service
- Inclusive Internet access Wifi
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Our guest of honour
Franz-Olivier Giesbert
Franz-Olivier Giesbert was born in 1949 in Wilmington, Delaware, in the United States to an American father and a French mother. He arrived in France at the age of three. After collaborating with the literary page of Paris-Normandie, he entered Le Nouvel Observateur in 1971. He was successively political journalist, famous reporter, Washington correspondent, head of the political department, and became managing editor of the weekly magazine in 1985. In 1988, he was appointed managing editor of Le Figaro. In 2000 he was nominated director of Le Point, a position that he left in March 2014 but remained columnist in this magazine. Since 2017, he has been the editorial director of La Provence.
He published several novels including “L’Affreux” (Grand novel Prize by the French Academy 1992), “La Souille” (Interallied prize 1995), “Le Sieur Dieu”, “L’Immortel”, “Le huitième prophète” (2008), “Un très grand amour” (2010) and biographies: “François Mitterrand” or “La Tentation de l’Histoire” (prize Today 1977), “Jacques Chirac” (1987), “Le Président” (1990), “François Mitterrand, une vie” (1996), “La tragédie du Président” (2006), as well as a story: “L'Américain” (2004).
Latest works: “M. Le Président” (2011), “Dieu, Ma mère et Moi” and “Derniers carnets de campagne” (2012), “La cuisinière d’Himmler” (2013), “L’amour est éternel tant qu’il dure” (2014), “L’Animal est une personne” and “Manifeste pour les animaux” (2014), “Belle d'amour” (prize by Terre des Templiers - June 2017), “Le théâtre des incapables” (Albin Michel, 2017).
From 1997, he animated several literary and cultural programmes, and "Les Grandes questions" on France 5 until 2015.
Languages spoken: French, English
Photo credit: Khan RENAUD
Packing Checklist
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:
Depending on the itinerary and the program of your cruise, 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.
Advice
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 activities
Le Point
Founded in 1972 and now a weekly, Le Point is the best-selling source of information in France.
Humanists in essence, optimists by choice, its founders and journalists believe freedom and progress are based on reason, the experience of doubting, the pleasures in life and an understanding of the world.
Against a backdrop of political, geopolitical and technological upheavals, Le Point aims to be the journal of knowledge, analysis and of course reporting.
It provides readers with a service based on investigation, debate and true accounts, and encourages them to be discerning and enjoy their era to the full.
Guest speaker(s)
Franz-Olivier Giesbert
Franz-Olivier Giesbert was born in 1949 in Wilmington, Delaware, in the United States to an American father and a French mother. He arrived in France at the age of three. After collaborating with the literary page of Paris-Normandie, he entered Le Nouvel Observateur in 1971. He was successively political journalist, famous reporter, Washington correspondent, head of the political department, and became managing editor of the weekly magazine in 1985. In 1988, he was appointed managing editor of Le Figaro. In 2000 he was nominated director of Le Point, a position that he left in March 2014 but remained columnist in this magazine. Since 2017, he has been the editorial director of La Provence.
He published several novels including “L’Affreux” (Grand novel Prize by the French Academy 1992), “La Souille” (Interallied prize 1995), “Le Sieur Dieu”, “L’Immortel”, “Le huitième prophète” (2008), “Un très grand amour” (2010) and biographies: “François Mitterrand” or “La Tentation de l’Histoire” (prize Today 1977), “Jacques Chirac” (1987), “Le Président” (1990), “François Mitterrand, une vie” (1996), “La tragédie du Président” (2006), as well as a story: “L'Américain” (2004).
Latest works: “M. Le Président” (2011), “Dieu, Ma mère et Moi” and “Derniers carnets de campagne” (2012), “La cuisinière d’Himmler” (2013), “L’amour est éternel tant qu’il dure” (2014), “L’Animal est une personne” and “Manifeste pour les animaux” (2014), “Belle d'amour” (prize by Terre des Templiers - June 2017), “Le théâtre des incapables” (Albin Michel, 2017).
From 1997, he animated several literary and cultural programmes, and "Les Grandes questions" on France 5 until 2015.
Languages spoken: French, English
Photo credit: Khan RENAUD
Subject to withdrawal in case of force majeure
Highlights
- A cruise from Greece to Malta via the Sicilian coast, discovering majestic landscapes.
- UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Acropolis in Athens (embarkation port), the Monastery of Saint-John the Theologian and the Cave of the Apocalypse on the Island of Pátmos, Delphi from Itea, the Olympia site from Katakolon, the old town of Syracuse, the temples of Ggantija on the island of Gozo, the historic centre of Valletta (disembarkation port).
- An unforgettable crossing of the Corinth Canal.
- Sicily with the call at Syracuse.
- In the heart of the Aegean Sea, discover Patmos, an unspoiled island in the Cyclades archipelago.
Ports of Call & Excursions
30 September 2022 Athens
Embarkation 30/9/2022 from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Departure 30/9/2022 at 6:00 pm
The Greek capital city is located on the edge of the Saronic gulf, in the east of the country. It bears a plural name in reference to the first villages that surround the Acropolis. You will be enchanted by the rocky plateau presided by its monuments listed as UNESCO World Heritage. In the city below, you can visit some of the liveliest districts in Athens: Plaka, with its maze of colourful streets, and where, in the evenings the drifting aroma of moussaka and garlic prawns will tickle your taste buds. The National Archaeological museum and the Cycladic Art Museum are also some of the city’s key attractions and allow visitors to discover Athens’ cultural past.
1 October 2022 Patmos
Arrival 1/10/2022 midday
Departure 1/10/2022 late afternoon
Patmos is one of the legendary must-see islands in the Dodecanese. This is where Saint John resided, presumed author of the last book in the Bible. The cave of the Apocalypse and the Saint John Monastery are dedicated to him. These sites, which are listed by UNESCO as World Heritage, are located at the top of a hillside planted with vines and orchards. On the shore, the crystalline coves of Kambos and Lampi offer absolutely gorgeous swimming areas.
3 available excursions
to this stopover
2 October 2022 Hydra
Arrival 2/10/2022 early morning
Departure 2/10/2022 early afternoon
This unusual gem belonging to the Saronic islands is located to the east of the Peloponnese. There are no cars here. Named after the island, the harbour town is layered up the slopes of a mountainous bay. You may be surprised to see beautiful stone mansions. These are traditional here, as are the multi-coloured caïques along the quays. Further along the shore, you will discover the Historical Archives Museum. Collections from Athens National History Museum are exhibited in the elegant villa Koundouriotis.
1 available excursion
to this stopover
2 October 2022 Crossing the Corinth Canal
Arrival 2/10/2022
Departure 2/10/2022
The Corinth Canal cuts through the Isthmus of Corinth, turning the Peloponnese into an island as it separates the region from the Greek mainland. Inaugurated in 1893, the canal is a little over six kilometres long and enables merchant vessels and passenger to avoid a long 400-km detour around the peninsula. The two sides of the canal reach a height of approximately fifty metres. From the exterior decks, don’t miss this unique opportunity to watch the ship as it navigates along the narrow strip of water encased between tall, ochre cliffs. What an experience!
3 October 2022 Itea
Arrival 3/10/2022 early morning
Departure 3/10/2022 early afternoon
Tucked away in the Gulf of Corinth, this little port is situated in continental Greece, north-west of Athens. Take an easy stroll along the old cobblestone quays, while gazing at the summits encircling the Bay of Itea. We wouldn’t be surprised if you are tempted by a visit to the Delphi Sanctuary. The sanctuary is located on a plateau on the slope of Mount Parnassus, just ten kilometres from Itea. A listed UNESCO World Heritage site, this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience whose ancient ruins are surrounded by steep mountains.
2 available excursions
to this stopover