PONANT EXPLORATIONS
There is Still Time to Soak in the Mediterranean Sun
Dear ARTHUR,
Bathed in golden light, the Mediterranean reveals a landscape where history and beauty meet at every turn. Here, centuries of culture unfold against breathtaking panoramas, and harmony becomes a way of life. The mild climate invites strolls through vibrant scenery and moments of pure relaxation by crystal-clear waters.

Aboard our comfortable small ships, set sail to seek out Italian shores, Sicilian flavors, the beauty of Croatia and the eternal islands of Greece. From renowned museums to picturesque fishing harbors, ancient sites and hidden away coves, each port of call enfolds you in the sheer pleasure of being in the one and only Mediterranean.
Our Favorite Voyages & Sites in the Mediterranean
Cruising the Greek Islands of the Southern Aegean
Cruising the Greek Islands of the Southern Aegean
ABOARD LE DUMONT D'URVILLE
Round-trip Athens
July 6 - 13, 2025
Our Favorite Site:
AMORGOS
AMORGOS
Amorgos offers a completely different perspective on life in the Aegean, bringing you face to face with age-old traditions—olive cultivation, herbal medicine, and religious devotion—still practiced in the mountain villages.
Cities and splendours of the Adriatic
Cities and Splendors of the Adriatic
ABOARD l'austral
Dubrovnik - Venice
August 29 - September 5, 2025
Our Favorite Site:
PULA
PULA
Three thousand years of history have shaped Pula, the most Roman of Croatian cities strategically located at the tip of the Istrian peninsula. After a stroll through the old town dominated by a Venetian fortress, explore the magnificently preserved amphitheatre.
A Confluence of Cultures: Discovering Southern Spain and Portugal
A Confluence of Cultures: Discovering Southern Spain and Portugal
ABOARD L'AUSTRAL
Tarragona - Lisbon
October 10 - 17, 2025
Our Favorite Site:
CORDOBA
CORDOBA
CΓ³rdoba, home to the UNESCO-listed La Mezquita—an immense 8th-century mosque transformed into a cathedral in the 13th century. This breathtaking blend of Islamic and Christian styles inspired much of the distinctive Moorish architecture across Andalusia and North Africa.
Ancient shores of the Mediterranean
Ancient Shores of the Mediterranean
ABOARD LE DUMONT D'URVILLE
Athens - MΓ‘laga
November 7 - 17, 2025
Our Favorite Site:
TUNIS
TUNIS
Tunis conjures up so many historic memories, from the ruins of Carthage, rival to ancient Rome, to the crusade that saw Saint Louis perish beneath its ramparts. Be sure to see the fabulous Roman mosaics in the Bardo Museum!
Discover the Mediterranean this Year & Beyond →
CroatiA
GrEECE & THE Greek islands
spain & portugal
Italy & France
sicily
Turkey
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(1) Enjoy an excursion included per person per port of call, to choose from a selection to be discovered on the 'ITINERARY' tab on each cruise description on our website. Pre-bookings will open around two months before the start of the cruise; requests will be processed on a first-come first-served basis, subject to availability.