
In alliance with Maud Fontenoy Foundation
Natural wonders and cultural jewels of Dalmatia
- ItineraryVenice to DubrovnikDuration8 days
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Come aboard L'Austral for an unforgettable voyage.
This cruise, in partnership with the Maud Fontenoy Foundation, will cultivate the art of peaceful travel as well as a family spirit, thanks to its customised activities on board and on shore for youngsters*, with the Kid Explorers Club.
Set off to discover the Mediterranean on a 8-day cruise : valleys planted with olive trees, national parks featuring striking beauty, and paved old towns evoking a turbulent history.
Throughout your journey, you will benefit from an excursion included per person per port of call, to choose from a selection offered by PONANT. During this cruise, enjoy a truffle hunt followed by a tasting, from Rovinj, discover Hvar in a Volkswagen Beetle or attend a Moreška performance at the Korcula open-air theatre. The diversity of experiences on offer promises you intense and varied moments (to discover the full range of excursions, go to the itinerary tab).
Venice the Serenissima has spread remnants of its centuries-long reign along the shores of the Adriatic. On the Balbi's Arch in Rovinj and on the doors of the towns of Zadar or Korcula, the winged lion, symbol of the City of the Doges, still watches over passers-by. From ancient times, Split has kept the Roman Diocletian's Palace (UNESCO) and its Cathedral of Saint Domnius while the island of Hvar conserves Stari Grad, founded by the Greeks and considered to be the country’s oldest town.
The Bay of Kotor combines the beauty of spectacular nature with the jewels of the region’s history. Its medieval city, designated a UNESCO, will unveil itself in the crook of the cliffs that overhang the jutting sound, creating a labyrinthine sailing route.
The Pearl of the Adriatic, the former maritime republic known as Ragusa, concludes this journey through time, unveiling a new face among the many facets of Dalmatia. Dubrovnik’s slogan is “Freedom is not for sale, not even for all the gold of this world.”
*for children aged 4 to 13 years old
Your voyage
All-inclusive

Destination
Mediterranean
Venice to Dubrovnik
Duration
8 days, 7 nights on board
Timeless

Maud Fontenoy Foundation
Offers
PONANT Bonus 20%

Kid Explorers
Ref: AU220825







Journey
Your daily itinerary
- Kid Explorers Club in partnership with MAUD FONTENOY FOUNDATION.
- A cruise in the Adriatic Sea, between natural wonders and historic towns, taking the time to appreciate the beauty of this region.
- Make the most of an excursion included* per person per port of call during your cruise thanks to the selection made by our destination experts.
- With visits extending into the evening, enjoy the balmy, late-summer nights as you dine or wander around in these towns and cities brimming with history.
- UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the lagoon of Venice, the Diocletian’s Palace in Split, the old town of Kotor and Dubrovnik.
- Ports of call in exciting cities whose architecture and heritage bear witness to shared, yet singular, history.
- In Montenegro, sailing in the bay of Kotor.
*Pre-bookings open around two months before the start of the cruise; requests are processed on a first-come first-served basis, subject to availability.

Customize your journey:

Date
22 Aug 25

Date
29 Aug 25
Staterooms and suites
Elegance and refinement

Superior Stateroom
Guests
3
Size
226 ft²

Deluxe Stateroom
Guests
2
Size
193 ft²

Prestige Stateroom
Guests
2
Size
193 ft²

Deluxe Suite
Guests
2
Size
290 ft²

Prestige Suite
Guests
4
Size
398 ft²

Owner Suite
Guests
2
Size
484 ft²
*Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability, and subject to change at any time. The category of stateroom to which this price applies may no longer be available.
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In your luggage
Natural wonders and cultural jewels of Dalmatia
Itinerary
Embarkation 22/08/25 from 16:00 to 17:00 Departure 22/08/25 at 18:00
22 Aug 25 - Venice

Arrival 23/08/25 early morning Departure 23/08/25 early evening
23 Aug 25 - Rovinj

3 available excursionsto this stopover
Arrival 24/08/25 early morning Departure 24/08/25 late afternoon
24 Aug 25 - Zadar

4 available excursionsto this stopover
Arrival 25/08/25 early morning Departure 25/08/25 midday
25 Aug 25 - Primosten

2 available excursionsto this stopover
Arrival 25/08/25 early afternoon Departure 25/08/25 late evening
25 Aug 25 - Split

2 available excursionsto this stopover
Arrival 26/08/25 early morning Departure 26/08/25 late evening
26 Aug 25 - Hvar

4 available excursionsto this stopover
Arrival 27/08/25 early morning Departure 27/08/25 late afternoon
27 Aug 25 - Korcula

2 available excursionsto this stopover
Arrival 28/08/25 early morning Departure 28/08/25 mid afternoon
28 Aug 25 - Kotor

3 available excursionsto this stopover
Arrival 29/08/25 Disembarkation 29/08/25 at 8:00
29 Aug 25 - Dubrovnik

Natural wonders and cultural jewels of Dalmatia
Customize your journey
Overnight in dubrovnik (1 night)

Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Day 1 - Dubrovnik
Once you have completed your disembarkation formalities, our local representative will welcome you on the quayside. You will then be transferred to the Peljesac peninsula, approximately an hour away from Dubrovnik.
The Pelješac wineries are reputed the world over for producing some of the best wines and for representing Croatia’s unique terroir and wine cultures abroad.
You will visit the Grgic Vina and Matusko Vina wineries, two family businesses run by passionate winemakers who place their experience and tradition at the heart of their products. Your morning programme will continue with the discovery of Edivo Vina, the only producer of wine aged in amphoras under the sea. These bottles and amphoras of Navis Mysterium (the mystery of the sea) are stored at a depth of 14 metres (46 feet) in a wreck, near the coast of Drace.
You will be transferred to your hotel Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik. Time and dinner at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 - Dubrovnik
Breakfast at the hotel and check out. Day and meals at leisure. You will then be transferred to the airport in time for check-in of the PONANT selected flight.
Your hotel:
The Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik is situated right by the Old City of Dubrovnik, listed as UNESCO World Heritage, and is set in an elegant historical building from the late 19th century. The hotel features an indoor pool as well as a wellness centre including saunas, a hammam, a gym, and a massage parlour. The Imperial Terrace serves a wide selection of Mediterranean dishes paired with Dalmatian wines. The lounge and the large terrace off the executive lounge offer a panoramic view of the Adriatic Sea and the old city walls.
Your programme includes:
· 1-night accommodation in Bay View room at Hilton Hotel 5* (or similar) including breakfast.
· Lunch as described in the programme with beverage package (mineral water + 1 soft drink or 1 local beer + 1 coffee or tea).
· Transfers, visits and entrance fees as mentioned in the programme.
· Services of a local English-speaking guide.
Your programme does not include:
· Dinner on Day 1.
· Tips for the driver and local guide.
· Personal expenses.
· Other services not mentioned in the programme.
Please note:
· 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.
Contact of your hotel:
The duration of the visits are given as a guide only. The order of the visits may be reversed. 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.
£840/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Panoramic transfer from venice airport to venice pier

Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your transfer day time between Venice airport to Venice port.
Venice
Meet at Venice airport in the Arrival hall. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT. Your luggage will be taken directly to the ship by coach.
You will depart the airport for a short distance to the airport dock where you will embark on a private water taxi for a one-hour panoramic transfer to the pier. You will appreciate the beauty and the charm of the ride passing by the islands of Murano and San Michele, and along the Fondamente Nuove via the Canale della Giudecca.
Upon arrival at the pier, you will embark on your ship.
Your programme includes:
· Transfer by a private water taxi as mentioned in the programme.
· Services of a local English-speaking hostess at the airport.
· Separate transfer by coach for the luggage.
Your programme does not include:
· Tips for the driver and local guide.
· Personal expenses.
· Other services not mentioned in the programme.
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel advisor; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
In the event of schedule changes of PONANT’s selected flight, your programme will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised programme will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final programme will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.
£90/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Natural wonders and cultural jewels of Dalmatia
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