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8 Night From the City of Gods to the Canals of Venice

From Athens (Port of Piraeus) to Venice
  • L'Austral
  • Main Lounge & Dance Floor
  • Open Air Bar
  • Panoramic Lounge & Bar
  • Pool
  • Gastronomic Restaurant
  • Beauty Corner Carita
  • Fitness Centre
  • Superior Stateroom
  • Deluxe Stateroom
  • Deluxe Suite
  • Prestige Stateroom
  • Owner's Suite
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L'Austral

Ponant Cruises
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 13932774
  • Departs: Sat, May 24, 2025
  • Returns: Sun, Jun 1, 2025
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    Balcony $8,060
    Suite $15,200
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    Itinerary Summary

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    Saturday - May 24, 2025
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    1
    Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece
    • Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece
    • Depart: 18:00:00
    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 the region's cultural past. ...
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    Sunday - May 25, 2025
    Day
    2
    Cruising the Corinth Canal, Greece
    • Cruising the Corinth Canal, Greece
    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! ...
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    • Itea, Greece
    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. ...
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    Monday - May 26, 2025
    Day
    3
    Parga, Greece
    • Parga, Greece
    An ancient port in the Epirus region, picturesque Parga is located on the western coast of the Greek mainland. Ancient classical ruins and the Venetian citadel bear witness to the town's colourful history and the diverse influences that shaped it. Take the time to discover this ancient fishing village built like an amphitheatre, by strolling along the picturesque maze of pedestrian streets lined with small typical Greek houses decorated with flowers and many lively taverns. ...
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    Tuesday - May 27, 2025
    Day
    4
    Otranto, Italy
    • Otranto, Italy
    Located in the Apulia region, Otranto is the easternmost transalpine town. Behind its medieval ramparts, you will taste the sweet life of Salento, the "heel on Italy's boot". Inhabited since Antiquity, Otranto has today become a very pleasant seaside town. Yet its history is still visible as you meander through the little streets of its old center. With its magnificent 12th-century ornamental mosaic tiling, the cathedral is one of its most beautiful treasures. During a stroll along the ramparts, you can sit and relax at a cafe terrace. ...
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    Wednesday - May 28, 2025
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    5
    • Vieste, Italy
    You will be captivated by the charm of Vieste, the "pearl of the Gargano region", in the heart of Puglia in Italy. This old fishing village clinging to chalk cliffs has unique views over the Adriatic Sea. Its archeological treasures and its historic center will delight history enthusiasts, while nature lovers will be able to admire the crystal-clear waters of the surrounding coves and beaches, as well as its famous limestone monolith called the Pizzomunno. The village's paved alleys and small squares come alive all day long, making Vieste the ultimate in romantic destinations. ...
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    Thursday - May 29, 2025
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    6
    Split, Croatia
    • Split, Croatia
    On the Dalmatian coast, the town of Split offers cultural visits in a seaside atmosphere. Close to the seafront shaded by palm trees, the historical centre listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site boasts a unique building: the Diocletian's Palace. Here you will explore its galleries, courtyards with carved columns, as well as a former mausoleum converted into a church, namely Saint Domnius Cathedral. If you get peckish, stop off at a terrace in Pjaca, the main square in the old town, where you can try a palacinka, a kind of pancake topped with melted cheese. ...
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    Friday - May 30, 2025
    Day
    7
    Zadar, Croatia
    • Zadar, Croatia
    The old fortified city of Zadar stands on peninsula in Northern Dalmatia. It has survived since Antiquity, as the ruins of a Roman forum illustrate. Beside these ruins, the architecture of the Church of Saint Donatus is Byzantine while the bell-tower of the Cathedral of Saint Anastasia is of Italian design. Your walks in the old town will be punctuated by diverse encounters with history. As you reach the shoreline, you'll be brought back to modern day because this front is animated by two contemporary architectural creations. Maybe you will hear the sound of the "Sea Organ" music played by the surf and the "Sun Salutations" solar light installation reflecting its luminous rays. ...
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    Saturday - May 31, 2025
    Day
    8
    Piran, Slovenia
    • Piran, Slovenia
    On the Slovenian coast, the picturesque town of Piran stands on a tongue of land bathed by the Adriatic. Its old town, girded by fortifications, provides a medieval atmosphere embossed with Venetian nuances. From Tartini Square, you can explore a whole interweave of mysterious streets located on the hillside, leading you to Saint George's Church, built on a hillock overlooking the shoreline. After admiring the view, don't miss a good look at the nave, and its rich decorations of frescoes and panelling. You will also see that the tower built behind the church reproduces the famous bell-tower of Saint Mark's Square. During your peregrinations, make sure you try a borek, a sort of pasty which can be sweet or savoury, filled with meat or fruit. ...
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    Sunday - Jun 1, 2025
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    9
    Venice, Italy
    • Venice, Italy
    Proud and eternal, Venice has reigned on its lagoon ever since the 6th century. You may think you know this city before even setting foot here. You will inevitably fall in love with the charm of the innumerable treasures of La Serenissima: Saint Mark's Square, the Basilica, Doge's Palace, the Grand Canal, and the gondolas. Yet, secret Venice is also waiting for you to explore its little interlacing streets and canals, to ramble through its squares, and to push open the doors of its churches. The city's extraordinary heritage shouldn't stop you from enjoying a glass of Spritz and a few tramezzini. ...
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