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LE POINT editorial cruise, with featured guest Etienne Gernelle, LE POINT CEO and his guests.
From the volcanic archipelagos of the Canaries and Madeira to the southern tip of Portugal, PONANT invites you on an unforgettable 11-day interlude, between Las Palmas and Lisbon. This journey aboard Le Dumont-d’Urville will take you into the heart of uniquely and wildly beautiful landscapes, featuring majestic volcanos, lush green valleys, isolated inlets, verdant cliffs and historic cities with multiple sources of heritage.
Your cruise will start on the island of Gran Canaria in Las Palmas, then your ship will take to the sea, sailing west to reach Santa Cruz de Tenerife. In these lands of a thousand contrasts, dominated by the emblematic silhouette of the Teide stratovolcano, discover the unique and fascinating landscapes found in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Teide National Park.
Le Dumont-d’Urville will then drop anchor at La Gomera. This tiny island with lush vegetation is a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its biosphere reserve. This island is also renowned for its whistling language, Silbo, that the inhabitants use to communicate from one valley to another.
Next, Santa Cruz de La Palma will invite you to spend a moment suspended in time. Here, the accent is on authenticity and tranquillity as you succumb to the charms of its unspoilt nature and its unusual architectural heritage featuring traditional Canarian houses with brightly-coloured wooden balconies, sumptuous palaces, and religious buildings.
Your ship will then set a course northward to carry you to Madeira, a paradise for hiking enthusiasts. On this steep island covered in luxuriant vegetation, the variety of landscapes, including sheer cliffs, levadas (Madeiran aqueducts), banana plantations, and the laurel forest – Laurisilva – listed with UNESCO, never ceases to amaze visitors.
Your exploration will continue in the Algarve region at the country’s southern tip. Bewitching Lagos stands proud like a fortress in hues of ochre and orange, bordered by the turquoise waters of the Atlantic Ocean. In this town of nature and culture, stroll in the paved small streets of the historic centre whose Moorish and Portuguese influences create a delightful blend.
Further north, you will head towards the surprising and picturesque mediaeval city of Setúbal. Surrounded by vast parks and nature reserves featuring abundant biodiversity, between the Sado Estuary and the Serra da Arrábda whose waters shelter many dolphins, you will also fall under the charm of the historic heritage of this authentic fishing town.
Your cruise will come to an end in Lisbon, sitting on the Tagus River, distilling its one-of-a-kind charm imbued with rich history.
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LE POINT editorial cruise, with featured guest Etienne Gernelle, LE POINT CEO and his guests. A cruise discovering the Canaries archipelago, the island of Madeira and the natural and historic treasures of...
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Étienne Gernelle
Étienne Gernelle, born 3 May 1976 in Paris. Graduate of the Institut d'études politiques de Paris. He spent a year cycling from Samarkand (Uzbekistan) to Ulan Bator (Mongolia) in 2000.
He joined Le Point in 2001. He started out as a journalist in the economics department, then successively dealt with social issues, aeronautics, defence and energy, before being appointed deputy editor in November 2008, then editor in 2010. In January 2014, at the age of 37, he became the new head of Le Point, succeeding Franz-Olivier Giesbert.
Language spoken : French
Photo credit : Khanh
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Étienne Gernelle
Étienne Gernelle, born 3 May 1976 in Paris. Graduate of the Institut d'études politiques de Paris. He spent a year cycling from Samarkand (Uzbekistan) to Ulan Bator (Mongolia) in 2000.
He joined Le Point in 2001. He started out as a journalist in the economics department, then successively dealt with social issues, aeronautics, defence and energy, before being appointed deputy editor in November 2008, then editor in 2010. In January 2014, at the age of 37, he became the new head of Le Point, succeeding Franz-Olivier Giesbert.
Language spoken : French
Photo credit : Khanh
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.
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For men:
Officer’s evening:
For all cruises longer than 8 nights, 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.
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For men:
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.
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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.
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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.
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Embarkation 03/05/2024 from 16:00 to 17:00
Departure 03/05/2024 at 21:00
A stopover of sunny climes, Las Palmas is located on the north-east coast of Gran Canaria. A few streets away from Puerto de la Luz port, you’ll discover the vast Las Canteras beach, bordered with the town’s characteristic palms. You’ll find these palms are all over Las Palmas, in the streets and squares, especially on the plaza de Santa Ana in the heart of the historical district. It feels like you’ve travelled back in time here, as you stand looking at the tall houses beside the Santa Ana cathedral. Very close by, you can visit the Casa de Colón, a museum dedicated to the famous explorer. The museum is housed in the palace belonging to the island’s former governor. Chances are, you’ll be drawn to the covered Vegueta market to partake in some daily life along with the locals and taste some unfamiliar dishes.
Arrival 04/05/2024 early morning
Departure 04/05/2024 late evening
The capital city of Tenerife is located on the north-east coast of the island. Close to the port is the monumental Plaza de España, bedecked with a fountain and plant sculptures. Around the plaza, you can admire the white marble Triunfo de la Candelaria obelisk, the historic casino of Santa Cruz and the majestic Guimerà theatre. Not far from here, the picturesque Iglesia de la Concepción church features the characteristic traits of Canaries architecture.
Arrival 05/05/2024 early morning
Departure 05/05/2024 evening
La Gomera rises from the water like a mirage. This volcanic island in the Canaries features jagged cliffs, valleys covered in palm trees, and beaches of black sand bathing in crystal-clear waters. But its greatest treasure lies at its heart: an exceptional laurisilva, a laurel forest whose prehistoric vegetation has been preserved thanks to the microclimate on the island. This unique ecosystem, common a few million years ago in the tropics, forms the Garajonay National Park, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Like the birds, the Guanches contribute to the poetry of the island too, with their whistled language called Silbo. This magical-sounding, melodious language is also listed as World Heritage by UNESCO.
Arrival 06/05/2024 early morning
Departure 06/05/2024 mid afternoon
The capital of the island of Palma, Santa Cruz de la Palma is the pearl of the Canaries. Founded in 1493 by the conquistador Alonso Fernandez de Lugo, the city has preserved a large and atypical architectural heritage from its colonial past, with its traditional Canarian houses adorned with brightly coloured wooden balconies, its cobbled streets, its sumptuous palaces and its numerous religious buildings. The Santa Catalina Castle is the symbol of the city. This 16th century military fortification helped defend the city from repeated attacks by French privateers.
Arrival 07/05/2024 midday
Departure 08/05/2024 late afternoon
This attractive capital of Madeira is located on the southern coast of the island. The walkways of the old town are lined with azulejos, or multi-coloured mosaics. If you follow these patterns, they’ll lead you to the appetising Mercado dos Lavradores market stands, the Frederico de Freitas museum, and the golden panelling of the Cathedral de la Sé. Along the waterfront, the palm tree-shaded promenade leads you to the teleféricos de Monte, Madeira's cable cars. Its panoramic cabins transport you over the city to top of Monte, where you can see the picturesque botanical garden.
Arrival 09/05/2024
Departure 09/05/2024
During your journey at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness centre. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. This journey without a port of call will also be an opportunity to enjoy the conferences or shows proposed on board, depending on the activities offered, or to do some shopping in the boutique or to meet the PONANT photographers in their dedicated space. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship’s upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest and entertainment.
Arrival 10/05/2024 midday
Departure 10/05/2024 evening
There stands a natural paradise called Lagos, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, in the Algarve region of southern Portugal. With its picturesque and age-old town centre, and the Ponta da Piedade natural site sheltering paradisiacal beaches protected by captivating limestone cliffs in hues of ochre, Lagos enthrals, fascinates and enchants. In this interesting blend between nature and culture, do not miss the chance to stroll along the small paved streets of its historic centre, surrounded by impressive Moorish ramparts and edged with traditional white houses, with decorations sculpted in the stone. In particular, you will be able to admire the Manuelian-style Governor's Castle, the 17th-century Ponta da Bandeira Fort or the Church of Santo António in Baroque architecture.
Arrival 11/05/2024 early morning
Departure 11/05/2024 evening
A few kilometres south of Lisbon, Setúbal, one of Portugal's most important fishing ports, enjoys an exceptional geographical location. The city is surrounded by vast parks and nature reserves that protect the biodiversity of the Sado estuary and the Arrábida serra. Don't miss the possibility to discover the magnificent wild and unspoilt expanses that border the peninsula and the estuary, whose waters are home to many dolphins, which can easily be observed.
Arrival 12/05/2024 early morning
Disembarkation 13/05/2024 at 08:00
Portugal’s capital city located on the banks of the Tagus, only a few kilometres from the Atlantic coast, is a city of exceptionally rich cultural diversity. At the mouth of the river harbour, impose two UNESCO World Heritage monuments, Jeronimos monastery and Belem tower. The Alfama hillside is also worth visiting: known for its fado bars and its Moorish streets, this district is the oldest one of the city and one of the most typical. Not far from there, Chiado’s elegant streets are home to big fashion labels and are an invitation to a bit of of luxury shopping.
Tenerife, the largest island in the Canarys archipelago, is a destination full of contrasts. A place with exceptional landscapes, since 82% of the municipal territory of Santa Cruz de Tenerife is considered a natural area, dominated by a volcanic cone of 3,718 meters named Le Teide.
From the pier, board your coach for a one-hour scenic drive inland through the lush forest area known as La Esperanza where you will have the opportunity to stop twice to take photos of the surrounding natural environment.
You will then reach El Portillo, the natural gateway to the circular mountain range, Las Cañadas. This is where the volcanic Mount Teide is located, whose summit reaches a height of 7,500 metres above ocean floor, considered the third highest volcanic structure in the world. The visual impact of the site is furhter enhanced by the atmospheric conditions that create constantly changing textures and tones in the landscape and a "sea of clouds" that forms a visually impressive backdrop.
Your tour then continues to the rock of Mirador, known also as el Dedo de Dios, which translates as "The Finger of God". You will make a photo stop in front of this incredible geological formation.
Finally, you will drive back to your ship, enjoying further breathtaking views of the lovely island of Tenerife.
Price range:
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€: the excursion price is less than €50.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
Visit three uniquely compelling villages, tour a captivating wine museum and sample local vintages at an established family-owned winery on this satisfying tour.
Depart from the pier and board your coach for a 30 minutes drive to La Laguna. First, you will admire the meticulously preserved historic buildings in San Cristóbal de La Laguna, a UNESCO World Heritage site in the idyllic Aguere Valley and capital of the Canary Islands until 1723. You will see streets that have remained largely unchanged since the 16th century, imbuing the city's heart with a distinct character. Survey carefully maintained landmarks in this cultural and religious center, including San Fernando University and the Bishop's Palace.
Then, you will drive further inland to Tacoronte, a quaint town nestled in a richly fertile region. At the renowned Bodegas Álvaro, revel in a tasting of the finest vintages derived from Tacoronte's marvelously flavorful grape, which has brought the town its greatest acclaim as a wine producer.
Afterward, you will travel to the charming coastal village of El Sauzal, where you will tour beguiling La Baranda wine museum, housed in a 17th-century farmhouse, and learn the fascinating history of the Canary Islands' wine production. You will delight in magnificent views of the northern coastline from the museum's terrace and reflect on the historical and delectable pleasures of your day.
Price range:
Find out more
€: the excursion price is less than €50.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
From the pier, board your coach for a one-hour scenic drive to the small village of Las Hayas, your starting point for the encounter with the UNESCO World Heritage site of Garajonay National park.
The park covers some eleven percent of the island and is an important source of water for La Gomera. The forest hosts a great diversity of plant species, which are often surrounded by a sea of fog that gives the forest a magical aspect.
The park and peak are named after the doomed lovers Gara and Jonay, a sad story similar to that of Romeo and Juliet. You will pass through the oldest parts of the tropical mountain forest until you reach beautiful, terraced fields and fruit groves.
At the end, you will reach the charming village of Arure where your coach will await you for the way back to your ship.
Price range:
Find out more
€€: the excursion price is between €50 and €100.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
During this shore excursion, enjoy panoramic views and the mystery of La Laguna Grande, situated in the lush Laurisilva Forest in Garajonay National Park!
Leaving San Sebastian, the capital of the island, you will head north to the first viewpoint, Mirador El Rejo, which offers fabulous views over the Hermigua Valley and the neighbouring island of Tenerife, with its impressive Mount Teide.
The tour will continue towards the centre of the island, and you will reach the Laurisilva Forest in Garajonay National Park. It is a subtropical forest, found in areas with high humidity and relatively stable and mild temperatures. The hardwood trees are characterized by evergreen, glossy leaves, reaching up to 20 m in height. Many of the species are endemic to the island, which offers a rich biota of undergrowth plants, invertebrates, birds and bats.
At Laguna Grande you will have the opportunity to enjoy the enchantment of this unique forest. Upon your arrival at Chipude, you will able to enjoy refreshments at the bar.
The tour will continues southwards, and next stop will be at Agando, for a glimpse of the magnificent landscape of basalt formations of volcanic origin, such as Roques de Agando Ojiva.
During the drive back to ship, passing by La Degollada de Peraza, you will enjoy the marvellous views all around you.
Price range:
Find out more
€: the excursion price is less than €50.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
From San Sebastian, the island’s capital, you will visit Gomera’s most interesting sights.
First, you will head north to the agricultural valley of Hermigua, famous for its banana plantations, where a local ecologic finca is located. Here, you will have the chance to walk through the small botanical garden, with a wide range of floral diversity.
One of its main attractions are the “palmeras guaraperas”, (the Canarian Palm Tree), which produce the famous palm honey. You absolutely must tast this sweet treat! After that, a local artisan will show you how he crafts (by hand) the baskets, using banana leaves, vines and reeds.
Round off your visit to the finca facilities with a tasting of the main dishes and products in La Gomera: gofio and cheese, washed down with a local wine.
Next, you will admire the breathtaking views at the Mirador de Agulo. Surrounded by a massive basalt wall almost 500 meters high, you might even see the nearby island of Tenerife.
On your way to Laguna Grande, you will make a short stop at the Vallehermoso viewpoint, which literally means "beautiful Valley". You will immediately realize the reason it was bestowed such a name.
The tour will continue southwards, and the next stop will be at Los Roques, for a glimpse of the magnificent landscape of basalt formations of volcanic origin such as Roque de Agando. You will then make your way back to the ship.
Price range:
Find out more
€€: the excursion price is between €50 and €100.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
On September 19, 2021, a new volcanic crater formed in La Palma. The volcano, previously known as Cumbre Vieja, erupted, completely changing the landscape west of the city and creating the new volcano Tagojaite.
Tajogaite is the name given to an area of the island of La Palma belonging to the municipality of El Paso and located south of Los Romanciaderos, near the Montaña Rajada. The toponym appears frequently from the eighteenth century onwards in local documents related to land ownership, but its use dates back to the time when the Benahoarites inhabited the island.
Hiking on the newly named Tajogaite - cracked mountain - you will almost reach the crater, walking along black ash paths lined with Canary pines.
From there, impressive views of the lava flows and the Aridane Valley await you.
Once back on the bus, you will go to the Mirador de Tajuya to enjoy more amazing views of the volcano and lava flows, before returning to Santa Cruz.
Price range:
Find out more
€€: the excursion price is between €50 and €100.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
Dating back to the time of the Roman conquest, it was in the 15th century that Sagres reached its apogee, thanks to Prince Henry the Navigator who stayed there, linking this picturesque fishing port forever to the period of the Discoveries.
On Ponta de Sagres, a giant finger of rock pointing to the ocean, stand the Vila and defensive fortress of Henry the Navigator, buildings which evoking the past of this place, which ha that is become a key part of the history of the world, remembering the Vila and the defensive fortress founded by Henry the Navigator.
Nearby, at one of the most westerly points of the European continent (after Cabo da Roca), is the Cape of St. Vincente (a sacred place for the Roman's that named it Promontorium Sacrum), which opening opens on to a vast horizon of sea and sky.
From here, walk to the Rocky coastal area to visit the magnificent Ponta da Piedade, which offers fantastic views of the coastal cliffs and golden Rock formations before returning to the Lagos Marina.
Price range:
Find out more
€€: the excursion price is between €50 and €100.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
Get into your old 1920s-style tuk-tuk and explore some of the oldest neighbourhoods in Lisbon, on a tour that will take you to some of the best areas of its two great hills.
Adventure through the narrow streets of the Castelo, Alfama, Graça, Bairro Alto and Chiado neighbourhoods.
Pit stops will include the Lisbon Cathedral, Saint Anthony Church, the Castle neighborhood, Saint Vincent Monastery and much more.
Enjoy the wonderful view from the Sao Pedro de Alcantara viewpoint and see the fabulous Estrela Basilica, one of the most beautiful Baroque churches in Lisbon.
Get to know the narrow streets of Bairro Alto, with its countless bars and restaurants.
Price range:
Find out more
€€: the excursion price is between €50 and €100.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
Media
Discuss and debate geopolitics, societal changes and the major challenges of the future with editors, journalists and columnists from major news outlets. On board, Paris Match, Le Figaro, L’Express or Le Point, undisputed references when it comes to quality news and information, offer in-depth analyses of the shifts occurring in our society. Partnerships with GEO and Point de Vue cater to our guests who are passionate about photography, geography and history.
Guest Speaker
Aboard your ship, an English-speaking lecturer will enlighten you about the culture and history of your destination to deepen your knowledge of the origins of local traditions, the history of emblematic sites, and stories involving famous personalities and those of major historical significance. During on-board lectures or on your shore visits, this expert will be there to share their precious knowledge with you throughout your PONANT cruise.
Shore excursions, Pre/Post & Overlands
03/05/2024 - FLIGHTS FROM/TO PARIS + FLIGHTS + TRANSFER FROM THE AIRPORT TO THE PIER OF LAS PALMAS (PRE) + TRANSFER FROM THE PIER TO THE AIRPORT OF LISBON (POST)
425 €
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Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your transfer between the airport and your port of embarkation.
Las Palmas
Meet at Las Palmas airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT.
You will then be transferred to the pier to embark on your ship.
Your programme includes:
Your programme does not include:
To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; 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.Total : 55 €
Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Day 1 – Las Palmas
Meet at Las Palmas Airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
You will be transferred to the hotel Santa Catalina Royal Hideway 5*.
Dinner at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 – Las Palmas
After breakfast and check-out, your walking guided visit will be first focus on Vegueta, Las Palmas’s old colonial area.
Next, enjoy a drive through one of the greenest valleys of the island, “Valle de Agaete” to reach a local winery. An intense citrus scent will meet your noses just getting off your transportation. The winery is blessed with lime and lemon trees scenting the entrance.
On the way, the owner will talk you through all the local vegetation and plants : crops, trees, flowers, and plants as far as your eyes can reach.
Enjoy a delicious tasting.
Next stop will be the lovely village of Arucas, a historical and artistic small town that you will discover through a relaxing walking tour.
Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.
You will then be transferred to the pier of Las Palmas to embark on board your ship.
Your hotel :
The Santa Catalina Royal Hideway 5* is located close to the Las Palmas marina and surrounded by beautiful gardens. The city centre and the old town is a 10-minute drive or a 30 minutes easy walk. The hotel features an outside pool, 3 restaurants, a rooftop bar, a wellness centre and a fitness centre. All rooms are fully equipped with air-conditioning, a flat screen TV and a bathroom with a rain-effect shower.
Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.
Your programme includes :
Your programme does not include :
Please note :
Contact of your hotel :
Santa Catalina Royal Hideway 5*
León y Castillo, 227
35005 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Spain
Telephone number : +34 928 24 30 40
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.
Total : 320 €
Tenerife, the largest island in the Canarys archipelago, is a destination full of contrasts. A place with exceptional landscapes, since 82% of the municipal territory of Santa Cruz de Tenerife is considered a natural area, dominated by a volcanic cone of 3,718 meters named Le Teide.
From the pier, board your coach for a one-hour scenic drive inland through the lush forest area known as La Esperanza where you will have the opportunity to stop twice to take photos of the surrounding natural environment.
You will then reach El Portillo, the natural gateway to the circular mountain range, Las Cañadas. This is where the volcanic Mount Teide is located, whose summit reaches a height of 7,500 metres above ocean floor, considered the third highest volcanic structure in the world. The visual impact of the site is furhter enhanced by the atmospheric conditions that create constantly changing textures and tones in the landscape and a "sea of clouds" that forms a visually impressive backdrop.
Your tour then continues to the rock of Mirador, known also as el Dedo de Dios, which translates as "The Finger of God". You will make a photo stop in front of this incredible geological formation.
Finally, you will drive back to your ship, enjoying further breathtaking views of the lovely island of Tenerife.
Price range:
Find out more
€: the excursion price is less than €50.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
Visit three uniquely compelling villages, tour a captivating wine museum and sample local vintages at an established family-owned winery on this satisfying tour.
Depart from the pier and board your coach for a 30 minutes drive to La Laguna. First, you will admire the meticulously preserved historic buildings in San Cristóbal de La Laguna, a UNESCO World Heritage site in the idyllic Aguere Valley and capital of the Canary Islands until 1723. You will see streets that have remained largely unchanged since the 16th century, imbuing the city's heart with a distinct character. Survey carefully maintained landmarks in this cultural and religious center, including San Fernando University and the Bishop's Palace.
Then, you will drive further inland to Tacoronte, a quaint town nestled in a richly fertile region. At the renowned Bodegas Álvaro, revel in a tasting of the finest vintages derived from Tacoronte's marvelously flavorful grape, which has brought the town its greatest acclaim as a wine producer.
Afterward, you will travel to the charming coastal village of El Sauzal, where you will tour beguiling La Baranda wine museum, housed in a 17th-century farmhouse, and learn the fascinating history of the Canary Islands' wine production. You will delight in magnificent views of the northern coastline from the museum's terrace and reflect on the historical and delectable pleasures of your day.
Price range:
Find out more
€: the excursion price is less than €50.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
From the pier, board your coach for a one-hour scenic drive to the small village of Las Hayas, your starting point for the encounter with the UNESCO World Heritage site of Garajonay National park.
The park covers some eleven percent of the island and is an important source of water for La Gomera. The forest hosts a great diversity of plant species, which are often surrounded by a sea of fog that gives the forest a magical aspect.
The park and peak are named after the doomed lovers Gara and Jonay, a sad story similar to that of Romeo and Juliet. You will pass through the oldest parts of the tropical mountain forest until you reach beautiful, terraced fields and fruit groves.
At the end, you will reach the charming village of Arure where your coach will await you for the way back to your ship.
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€€: the excursion price is between €50 and €100.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
During this shore excursion, enjoy panoramic views and the mystery of La Laguna Grande, situated in the lush Laurisilva Forest in Garajonay National Park!
Leaving San Sebastian, the capital of the island, you will head north to the first viewpoint, Mirador El Rejo, which offers fabulous views over the Hermigua Valley and the neighbouring island of Tenerife, with its impressive Mount Teide.
The tour will continue towards the centre of the island, and you will reach the Laurisilva Forest in Garajonay National Park. It is a subtropical forest, found in areas with high humidity and relatively stable and mild temperatures. The hardwood trees are characterized by evergreen, glossy leaves, reaching up to 20 m in height. Many of the species are endemic to the island, which offers a rich biota of undergrowth plants, invertebrates, birds and bats.
At Laguna Grande you will have the opportunity to enjoy the enchantment of this unique forest. Upon your arrival at Chipude, you will able to enjoy refreshments at the bar.
The tour will continues southwards, and next stop will be at Agando, for a glimpse of the magnificent landscape of basalt formations of volcanic origin, such as Roques de Agando Ojiva.
During the drive back to ship, passing by La Degollada de Peraza, you will enjoy the marvellous views all around you.
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€: the excursion price is less than €50.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
From San Sebastian, the island’s capital, you will visit Gomera’s most interesting sights.
First, you will head north to the agricultural valley of Hermigua, famous for its banana plantations, where a local ecologic finca is located. Here, you will have the chance to walk through the small botanical garden, with a wide range of floral diversity.
One of its main attractions are the “palmeras guaraperas”, (the Canarian Palm Tree), which produce the famous palm honey. You absolutely must tast this sweet treat! After that, a local artisan will show you how he crafts (by hand) the baskets, using banana leaves, vines and reeds.
Round off your visit to the finca facilities with a tasting of the main dishes and products in La Gomera: gofio and cheese, washed down with a local wine.
Next, you will admire the breathtaking views at the Mirador de Agulo. Surrounded by a massive basalt wall almost 500 meters high, you might even see the nearby island of Tenerife.
On your way to Laguna Grande, you will make a short stop at the Vallehermoso viewpoint, which literally means "beautiful Valley". You will immediately realize the reason it was bestowed such a name.
The tour will continue southwards, and the next stop will be at Los Roques, for a glimpse of the magnificent landscape of basalt formations of volcanic origin such as Roque de Agando. You will then make your way back to the ship.
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€€: the excursion price is between €50 and €100.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
On September 19, 2021, a new volcanic crater formed in La Palma. The volcano, previously known as Cumbre Vieja, erupted, completely changing the landscape west of the city and creating the new volcano Tagojaite.
Tajogaite is the name given to an area of the island of La Palma belonging to the municipality of El Paso and located south of Los Romanciaderos, near the Montaña Rajada. The toponym appears frequently from the eighteenth century onwards in local documents related to land ownership, but its use dates back to the time when the Benahoarites inhabited the island.
Hiking on the newly named Tajogaite - cracked mountain - you will almost reach the crater, walking along black ash paths lined with Canary pines.
From there, impressive views of the lava flows and the Aridane Valley await you.
Once back on the bus, you will go to the Mirador de Tajuya to enjoy more amazing views of the volcano and lava flows, before returning to Santa Cruz.
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€€: the excursion price is between €50 and €100.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
Dating back to the time of the Roman conquest, it was in the 15th century that Sagres reached its apogee, thanks to Prince Henry the Navigator who stayed there, linking this picturesque fishing port forever to the period of the Discoveries.
On Ponta de Sagres, a giant finger of rock pointing to the ocean, stand the Vila and defensive fortress of Henry the Navigator, buildings which evoking the past of this place, which ha that is become a key part of the history of the world, remembering the Vila and the defensive fortress founded by Henry the Navigator.
Nearby, at one of the most westerly points of the European continent (after Cabo da Roca), is the Cape of St. Vincente (a sacred place for the Roman's that named it Promontorium Sacrum), which opening opens on to a vast horizon of sea and sky.
From here, walk to the Rocky coastal area to visit the magnificent Ponta da Piedade, which offers fantastic views of the coastal cliffs and golden Rock formations before returning to the Lagos Marina.
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€€: the excursion price is between €50 and €100.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
Get into your old 1920s-style tuk-tuk and explore some of the oldest neighbourhoods in Lisbon, on a tour that will take you to some of the best areas of its two great hills.
Adventure through the narrow streets of the Castelo, Alfama, Graça, Bairro Alto and Chiado neighbourhoods.
Pit stops will include the Lisbon Cathedral, Saint Anthony Church, the Castle neighborhood, Saint Vincent Monastery and much more.
Enjoy the wonderful view from the Sao Pedro de Alcantara viewpoint and see the fabulous Estrela Basilica, one of the most beautiful Baroque churches in Lisbon.
Get to know the narrow streets of Bairro Alto, with its countless bars and restaurants.
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€€: the excursion price is between €50 and €100.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Day 1 - Lisbon pier/Comporta region
After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port by our local representative.
Transfer of around 1 h 15 minutes from Lisbon Pier to the Sublime Comporta 5* Hotel. This is located in Muda, 20 kilometres (12.4 miles) from Comporta, a preserved region offering a setting that features dunes, pine trees, vineyards and rice fields. It is the ideal location for a rejuvenating break.
This morning, you will head towards the territory of Herdade da Comporta, a natural reserve that brings together several hamlets. In these wild landscapes between the ocean and endless rice fields, you will visit the Rice Museum, a site devoted to rice cultivation and the impact of this crop on the region’s history.
You will then set off to visit the vineyards where you will attend a tasting session. This experience will let you learn more about the specific features of grape cultivation in this unique environment whose sandy soil is subject to the influence of the ocean.
Lunch will be served at a local restaurant or at the Sublime Comporta Beach Club depending on opening days.
Back at your hotel (around a 15-minute drive), enjoy some free time to relax. Let yourself be tempted by the hotel’s well-being facilities or by an optional activity at an extra charge.
Dinner will be served in a local restaurant.
Overnight at the hotel.
Optional activity — “Horseback ride on the beach" (minimum of 5 participants):
As an option and at an extra charge, during your afternoon time at leisure, set off on a 1 h 30 horseback ride to explore the paradisiacal coast that runs along your hotel’s region, featuring pine forests and dunes.
Day 2 – Comporta region
After breakfast, you will be driven to the departure point for a walk that will last around 2 hours and during which you will be introduced to bird watching. This narrow strip of land between the ocean and the rice fields is home to a large variety of species.
Lunch will be served at a local restaurant or at the Sublime Comporta Beach Club depending on opening days.
The afternoon will be dedicated to discovering a typical Alentejo village, Alcacer do Sal, which is built along the Sado River. On your guided walk through the narrow streets of the old town, you will see the castle and the museum, among other sites. You will not leave before a taste of local colour, these sweets made of pine nuts that are called “pinhoadas”.
Transfer back at your hotel (around a 30-minute drive).
Diner at a local restaurant.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 - Comporta region/Lisbon airport
After breakfast and check-out, time at leisure depending on your flight schedule.
You will then be transferred to the airport in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
Your hotel:
Nestling in a lush setting, the 5-star Sublime Comporta Hotel & Spa is an intimate, peaceful retreat approximately one hour out of Lisbon. Here, time stands still. The establishment boasts an eco-friendly design with an elegant, pared-down style and a relaxed atmosphere. Each room is built from noble materials and opens onto the surrounding nature, immersing you in light and tranquillity. The restaurant serves creative, regional cuisine made with produce from the hotel’s organic vegetable garden. Wines from Alentejo feature prominently on the wine list. As for the Sublime Comporta Beach Club, just 10 minutes from the hotel, it offers stunning views of the ocean. Treat yourself to a yoga session, a spa treatment, or merge with the elements during a bike ride or a horseback ride along the beach. Here, the most beautiful scenery remains the unspoiled natural environment of Comporta, bringing rice fields, pine forest, dunes, and long stretches of white sand to your doorstep.
Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.
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Contact of your hotel:
Sublime Comporta
EN 261-1 / 7570-337 Muda, CCI 3954 Grandola
Portugal
Telephone number: 351 269 449 376
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.
Total : 2.200 €
Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your transfer between your port of disembarkation and the airport.
Lisbon
After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port by our local English-speaking representative.
Then, you will then be transferred to the airport in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight.
Your programme includes:
Your programme does not include:
To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; 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.
Total : 40 €
Total : 425 €