Well-being break in the Mediterranean

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.

Enjoy a few days in Athens before your cruise with this carefully designed program.

Day 1 - Athens

Upon arrival at Athens International Airport, you will be greeted by our local representative in the arrivals hall (sign PONANT). This service is provided whether you are arriving on the PONANT-selected flight or another flight (provided your travel agent has shared your flight details with us in advance).

Transfer to the Athens Capital Centre - MGallery Collection 5*, ideally located on Syntagma Square, in the very heart of Athens.

Check-in available from 3:00 pm.

Afternoon and dinner at leisure.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 - Athens

After breakfast at the hotel, depart for a panoramic sightseeing tour of Athens, passing by the city’s most emblematic landmarks such as Constitution Square, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Hadrian’s Arch, and the Panathenaic Olympic Stadium.

Continue with a guided visit of the Acropolis, the iconic hill overlooking the city and symbolizing the achievements of Ancient Greece. Follow your guide to the summit to admire the Parthenon, the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, and the Erechtheion.

Your morning ends with a leisurely stroll through the picturesque Plaka district, the historic center of Athens with its lively shops, tavernas, and cafés. Return to your hotel by vehicle.

 

Day 3 - Athens        

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.

The morning is yours to enjoy at leisure, take time to unwind, stroll through the picturesque streets of Athens, or indulge in a spot of shopping.

Your Hotel

The Athens Capital Centre - MGallery Collection is a 5-star boutique hotel located in the elegant Kolonaki district, just steps away from Syntagma Square. Its contemporary design highlights Greek art, while its panoramic rooftop terrace with pool offers stunning views of the Acropolis, especially enchanting at sunset. Guests can savor Greek and Mediterranean cuisine at the MFlavours restaurant, or enjoy creative gastronomy at Mappemonde.

Superior room categories are available upon request and at an additional cost. Please contact your travel advisor for more details.

Your program includes:

• 2 nights in a Deluxe Room at Athens Capital Centre - MGallery Collection 5* (or similar), with breakfast included
• Meals as mentioned in the program
• Transfers, guided visits, and entrance fees as mentioned in the program
• Services of a local English-speaking and/or French-speaking representative on Day 1 and Day 2
• Services of a local English-speaking and/or French-speaking guide during visits

Your program does not include:

• Meals not mentioned in the program
• Optional activities
• Personal expenses
• Visa fees if applicable
• Gratuities for driver and local guide
• Early check-in and late check-out at the hotel
• Any service not mentioned in the program

Practical information:

• Your flight details must be communicated to your travel agent no later than 30 days prior to departure in order to arrange your transfer.
•  This program includes extensive walking and is not recommended for guests with limited mobility
• The order of visits may vary. A minimum number of participants is required; if not reached, the program may be modified or an alternative offered.

Hotel contact information:

Athens Capital Centre - MGallery Collection

4 Eleftheriou Venizelou Avenue & 2 Kriezotou Street, Syntagma Square

Athens 105 64, Greece

Tel: +30 21 4444 2000

Kindly note that a minimum number of participants is required for this trip to proceed. As a result, both the price and itinerary may be adjusted based on the final number of participants. Should the minimum number not be met, we will offer you an alternative arrangement.

 

 

Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your transfer between your port of disembarkation and the airport.

Venice

After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port by our local English-speaking representative. You will be taken by coach to the airport in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight.

Your programme includes:

·        Transfers by coach.

·        Services of a local English-speaking assistant.

Your programme does not include:

·        Personal expenses.

·        Other services not mentioned in the programme.

·        Tips for the driver and local guide.

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.

Extend your journey in Venice, where time flows to the rhythm of winding canals and alleyways steeped in history. After your cruise, immerse yourself in the artistic grandeur, historical richness, and artisanal heritage of the Serenissima.

Day 1 - Venice, Italy

Upon disembarkation at San Basilio Port, you will be greeted by our local representative and transferred by private water taxi to St. Mark’s Square, the historic heart of Venice.Accompanied by your local guide, enjoy a walking tour of the city’s highlights. Begin with the majestic St. Mark’s Square, lined with iconic cafés and dominated by the Clock Tower, the Campanile, and the Procuratie. Continue with a guided visit of the splendid Doge’s Palace, a masterpiece of Venetian Gothic architecture, followed by entry into the famous St. Mark’s Basilica, a Byzantine jewel renowned for its golden mosaics.

Lunch will be served in a typical Venetian trattoria.

Afternoon and dinner at leisure.

Day 2 - Venice

After breakfast, dive into Venice’s artisanal traditions.

Your guide will take you to one of the city’s oldest mask-making workshops, where you will learn about the history of the Venice Carnival and traditional papier-mâché techniques used to craft, decorate and personalize the masks.

Your immersion continues with a gondola ride along the city’s lesser-known canals, passing under charming bridges and alongside historical façades.

Lunch, afternoon, and dinner at leisure.

Day 3 - Venice | Departure

After breakfast and check-out, you will be transferred from your hotel to Venice Marco Polo International Airport according to your flight schedule (transfer included for guests who booked their flights with Ponant or provided their flight details in advance to their travel advisor).

Your hotel - Palazzo San Lorenzo 4*

Located in the Castello district, just steps from St. Mark’s Square, this elegant boutique hotel combines Venetian charm with modern comfort. Its refined décor and central location make it the perfect base to explore Venice.

This program includes:

·        2 nights at Palazzo San Lorenzo 4* (or similar 4-star hotel)

·        Transfers and luggage handling as per itinerary

·        Assistance from a Ponant representative

·        Breakfast on Days 2 and 3

·        Guided tours of St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace

·        Visit to a traditional mask workshop and gondola ride

·        Lunch on Day 1 in a local restaurant

·        Services of a French-speaking local guide

·        Gratuities for drivers and guides

This program does not include:

·        Meals not mentioned in the itinerary

·        Personal expenses

·        Additional nights and early check-in/late check-out (available upon request)

·        Transfers for departures outside of the program dates

Important note:

·        This program involves extensive walking on uneven surfaces; it is not recommended for guests with reduced mobility.

·        The official currency is the euro. Credit cards are widely accepted.

·        This is a package program. No refunds will be given for unused services.

·        The itinerary may be subject to change without prior notice due to local conditions.

Hotel contact information:

Palazzo San Lorenzo 4*

Fondamenta de l'Osmarin, 4981/B

30122 Venezia VE, Italy

Phone: +39 041 4583620

A minimum number of participants is required for this program to operate. As such, the price and itinerary are subject to change depending on the final number of participants. If the minimum is not met, an alternative arrangement will be proposed.