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Gastronomy, Vineyards & Grands Crus

Gastronomy, Vineyards & Grands Crus

  • Itinerary
    Lisbon to Bordeaux
    Duration
    11 days
  • Dates
    19 Apr 26 to 29 Apr 26
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Come aboard Le Bellot for an unforgettable voyage.

Exceptional caviar, fine wines, and sensory discoveries will take center stage during this unique gastronomic and wine-themed cruise, organized in partnership with the iconic Prunier caviar house and the prestigious Château Latour estate, and elevated by the exceptional presence of Chef Normand Laprise. As a highlight, optional excursions to Château Latour and the Prunier house will offer exclusive experiences, featuring private tours and unforgettable tastings.

From Bordeaux to Lisbon, PONANT invites you on a journey along the shores of the Atlantic to discover the French, Spanish and Portuguese coasts, during an 11-day trip aboard Le Bellot. 

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, follow the Médoc region’s famous “Route des Châteaux” from Pauillac, admire iconic works of art at the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao or hike the final kilometres of the Camino de Santiago (the Way of St. James) from Vigo. The diversity of experiences on offer promises you intense and varied moments (to discover the full range of excursions, go to the itinerary tab). The diversity of experiences on offer promises you intense and varied moments (to discover the full range of excursions, go to the itinerary tab).

Setting sail from Lisbon, the seven-hilled Portuguese capital, you will chart a course for the port of Leixoes,from where you will reach the city of Porto. Capital of the northern region of Portugal, this ‘city of granite, the centre of which is a UNESCO World Heritage site, is renowned for its wine.  

Your journey will continue to Galicia and the city of Vigo, the biggest fishing port in Spain. Not far from here, Santiago de Compostela awaits you. This unmissable pilgrimage destination is home to a number of monuments from the Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque periods, testimony to its illustrious past. 

Le Bellot will then head for the capital of the Spanish Basque Country, Bilbao. Between daring architecture and the continuation of its ancestral traditions, you will be able to enjoy the city’s unique energy. 

Your ship will then set a course for San Sebastian. In the heart of the Spanish Basque Country, you will fall in love with this city’s shell-shaped bay, its opulent buildings and its narrow little streets. You will conclude your exploration of Basque Country on the French side with a stay in the city of Saint-Jean-de-Luz, before reaching the beautiful fortified town of Talmont-sur-Gironde

During your last call in Pauillac, you will have the opportunity to make several visits and wine tastings at some very beautiful wine estates in the Saint-Estephe, Margaux, and Pauillac appellations. 

Your cruise will end in Bordeaux, the wine capital of the world.

Overview

Your voyage

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Destination

Destination

Atlantic shores

Lisbon to Bordeaux

Duration

11 days, 10 nights on board

Timeless, Gastronomy

Laetitia Ouspointour

Laetitia Ouspointour, Normand Laprise, Alexandre Fauché

Ref: EE190426

Journey

Your daily itinerary

  • Two gala dinners, as well as a culinary demonstration led by Chef Normand Laprise.
  • Tasting workshops to explore the subtle pairings between prestigious champagne and exceptional caviars.
  • UNESCO-listed sites: the historic centre of Porto from Leixões, the old town of Santiago de Compostela from Vigo.
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Guests

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Laetitia Ouspointour Guillaume Argento

Laetitia Ouspointour

Normand Laprise Audrey-Eve Beauchamps

Normand Laprise

Alexandre Fauché Cig store, Paris 15

Alexandre Fauché

Staterooms and suites

Elegance and refinement

*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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Itinerary

Embarkation 19/04/26 from 16:00 to 17:00 Departure 19/04/26 at 18:00

19 Apr 26 - Lisbon
19 Apr 26 - Lisbon

Arrival 20/04/26 midday Departure 20/04/26 early evening

20 Apr 26 - Leixões - Porto
20 Apr 26 - Leixões - Porto

Arrival 21/04/26 early morning Departure 21/04/26 late afternoon

21 Apr 26 - Vigo – Santiago de Compostela
21 Apr 26 - Vigo – Santiago de Compostela

Arrival 22/04/26 Departure 22/04/26

22 Apr 26 - At sea
22 Apr 26 - At sea

Arrival 23/04/26 early morning Departure 23/04/26 evening

23 Apr 26 - Bilbao
23 Apr 26 - Bilbao

Arrival 24/04/26 early morning Departure 24/04/26 late afternoon

24 Apr 26 - Pasajes – San Sebastián
24 Apr 26 - Pasajes – San Sebastián

Arrival 25/04/26 Departure 25/04/26 evening

25 Apr 26 - Saint-Jean-de-Luz
25 Apr 26 - Saint-Jean-de-Luz

Arrival 26/04/26 mid morning Departure 26/04/26 late afternoon

26 Apr 26 - Talmont-sur-Gironde
26 Apr 26 - Talmont-sur-Gironde

Arrival 27/04/26 early morning Departure 27/04/26 late evening

27 Apr 26 - Pauillac
27 Apr 26 - Pauillac

Arrival 28/04/26 early morning Disembarkation 29/04/26 at 8:00

28 Apr 26 > 29 Apr 26 - Bordeaux
28 Apr 26 > 29 Apr 26 - Bordeaux

Gastronomy, Vineyards & Grands Crus

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Tram tour of lisbon

TRAM TOUR OF LISBON
Details

Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your day time between the airport and your port of embarkation.

Lisbon

Meet at Lisbon airport arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local English-speaking representative off the flight selected by PONANT.

You will depart the airport by coach and be taken to a local restaurant where your lunch will be served.

This afternoon, you will discover the city of Lisbon during a private tram tour.

First, you will reach the Belém district, also known as the district of the Great Discoveries for its many monuments dating from the 16th-century. You will make a stop in front of the magnificent Jeronimos Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Then, you will walk until the tram stop departure from Belem. During about 1 hour, enjoy the best way to get across town on board an icon of Lisbon. The small yellow or red trams beg to be photographed as they travel through the prettiest historic and residential quarters of the city.

Opening the windows and letting the parade of buildings covered in azulejos pass you by, glimpsing the sudden ascents and marvelling at the winding route between hills, miradors and squares that take your breath away, is one of the things you have to do while in the city.

Travel in the past while your private tram run through the tiny streets and the main arteries and catch a very good perspective of Lisbon until the final stop at Portas do Sol where the viewpoint is one of the best views of the town. From there, at the top of Alfama district, you will discover little by little the oldest and most traditional neighbourhood in Lisbon, with cobbled lanes and alleys and steeps, gruelling inclines. Enjoy the view, atmosphere, and authentic spirit of the oldest side of the capital.

After 30-minute walk, you will be guided until the pier to embark on board your ship.

Your programme includes:

·        Transfers and visits as mentioned in the programme.

·        Lunch with beverage package (mineral water + 1 soft drink or 1 local glass of wine + 1 coffee or tea).

·        Services of a local English-speaking guide.

Your programme does not include:

·        Tips for the driver and the guide.

·        Personal expenses and other services not mentioned in the programme.

Please note:

·        This tour involves approximately a 45-minute walk on uneven streets with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.

·        This tour is not recommended to the guest on wheelchair and with walking difficulties.

·        This tour is limited to 24 participants because the tram has a capacity of 24 guests maximum. On request, we could ask for second tram depending on the tram availabilities.

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. 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.

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.


Total

255 €/person*

Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.

Discover mafra & lisbon (2 nights)

DISCOVER MAFRA & LISBON (2 NIGHTS)
Details

Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.

Day 1 – Lisbon

Meet at Lisbon 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).

Transfer from Lisbon Airport to Altis Avenida 5* Hotel in the city center.

Check-in from 16:00.

End of the day and diner are at leisure.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 - Lisbon

Breakfast.

This morning, you will head towards Mafra where you will discover the Palace (UNESCO site), one of the most imposing buildings in Portugal.

Then, you will have lunch in a local restaurant.

The afternoon, you will enjoy a wine tasting in a local vineyard.

Back to your hotel (around a 30-minute drive), enjoy some free time to relax.

Dinner at leisure.

Day 3 – Lisbon

After breakfast, you will be driven to the Belem, also known as the district of the Great Discoveries for its many monuments dating from the 16th-century. You will make a stop in front of the magnificent Jeronimos Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Then, you will walk until the tram stop departure from Belem. During about 1 hour, enjoy the best way to get across town on board an icon of Lisbon. The small yellow or red trams beg to be photographed as they travel through the prettiest historic and residential quarters of the city.
Opening the windows and letting the parade of buildings covered in azulejos pass you by, glimpsing the sudden ascents and marvelling at the winding route between hills, miradors and squares that take your breath away, is one of the things you have to do while in the city.

Travel in the past while your private tram run through the tiny streets and the main arteries and catch a very good perspective of Lisbon until the final stop at Miradouro de Santa Luzia where the viewpoint is one of the best views of the town. From there, at the top of Alfama district, you will discover little by little the oldest and most traditional neighbourhood in Lisbon, with cobbled lanes and alleys and steeps, gruelling inclines. Enjoy the view, atmosphere, and authentic spirit of the oldest side of the capital.

After a 45-minute walk, you will be driver until a local restaurant for lunch.

You will then be transferred to the pier of Lisbon to embark on board your ship.

Your hotel:

In the heart of Lisbon, on Liberty Avenue and near Chiado, the Altis Avenida hotel welcomes you in a historic building with Portuguese architecture and design of the 40s. There is a sophisticated contemporary atmosphere. Its cozy rooms in retro style, its bar-restaurant overlooking the city and its location will seduce you.

Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.

Your programme includes:

·        2-night accommodation in Standard room at Altis Avenida Hotel 5* (local standard) or similar, breakfast included.

·        Meals as mentioned in the programme.

·        Beverage package during meals (bottled water + 1 soft drink or 1 glass of wine or 1 local beer and 1 coffee or tea).

·        Transfers, visits, and entrance fees as mentioned in the programme.

·        The services of a local English-speaking guide.

Your programme does not include:

·        Dinners.

·        Personal expenses.

·        Optional activities.

·        Visa if necessary.

·        Tips for the driver and local guide.

·        Other services not mentioned in the programme.

·        Early check-in and late check-out.

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.

·        This tour involves approximately a 45-minute walk on uneven streets with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.

·        This tour is not recommended to the guest on wheelchair and with walking difficulties.

·        This tour is limited to 24 participants because the tram has a capacity of 24 guests maximum.

·        Official check-in at 16:00.

·        Official check-out at 12:00.

·        During the visit of the Mafra Palace, the visit of the Church won’t be possible since its closed for renovation until an undetermined period.

Contact of your hotel:

Hotel Altis Avenida
Avenida da Liberdade
Lisbon - Portugal
Telephone : +351 21 044 0000

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.

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.


Total

1,265 €/person*

Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.

Relaxing stay in bordeaux (1 night)

RELAXING STAY IN BORDEAUX (1 NIGHT)
Details

Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.

Day 1 - Bordeaux

After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port by our local representative.

You will be driven to the Mondrian Bordeaux les Carmes Hotel, located in the heart of Bordeaux, where your will be able to leave your lugagge to enjoy your day in Bordeaux freely.

Lunch at leisure.

Optional activity (with extra cost): Bordeaux, between castles and vineyards

After dropping off your luggage at the hotel, you will head to Château Beauregard, where you will enjoy a guided tour and a wine tasting. Created in the 11th century by the Knights of Malta, Château Beauregard has a 17.5 hectare organically farmed vineyard located on the Catusseau plateau, a terroir which has produced world-famous wines such as Cheval Blanc or Pétrus. You will then discover Château Fleur Cardinale and its 23 hectares of vines, before tasting the local wine and having lunch at the restaurant. Approximate duration of activity: 6 hours

Optional activity (with extra cost): Gourmet Tour in Bordeaux

After dropping off your luggage at the hotel, you will leave for a 2-hour gourmet walking tour through the streets of Bordeaux. You will then head towards the Cité du Vin for lunch at the bistronomic restaurant “le 7”, located on the 7th floor, where you can enjoy cooking regional products and a panoramic view of downtown Bordeaux. You will then have a visit to the Cité du Vin with wine tasting. Approximate duration of the activity: 5 hours

Way back to your hotel.

Evening and dinner are at leisure.

Overnight at the Mondrian Bordeaux les Carmes Hotel 5*.

Day 2 – Bordeaux

After breakfast, check-out and free time until your departure.

Your hotel:

The Mondrian Bordeaux Les Carmes 5* is located in the heart of the historic Chartrons district in Bordeaux, about a hundred meters from the Cité du Vin. The hotel, created by Philippe Starck, was born from the metamorphosis of the former Calvet wine cellars, into an elegant place for meetings and exchanges. A very beautiful terrace opens onto the swimming pool, the spa and the contemporary restaurant/bar.

Your programme includes:

·        1-night accommodation in Superior room at the Mondrian Bordeaux les Carmes Hotel 5* (or similar), breakfast included.

·        Transfers as mentioned in the programme.

·        The services of a local English-speaking guide.

Your programme does not include:

·        The meals, unless you booked one of the two optional activities, which include a lunch at a restaurant.

·        Optional activities "Bordeaux : Between Castles and Vineyards" and "Gourmet Tour in Bordeaux".

·        Personal expenses.

·        Tips for the driver and local guide.

·        Other services not mentioned in the programme.

Please note:

·        Access to the hotel's spa is subject to a surcharge, and it is essential to book any treatments before your stay to guarantee their availability.

·        The official check-out time for your room is 11 a.m. If you wish to check out from your room after this time, you can ask at reception, subject to availability and surcharge.

·        The optionnal activities required a minimum of 7 guests to be operated.

Contact of your hotel:

Mondrian Bordeaux Les Carmes 5*

81 Cr du Médoc

33300 Bordeaux

Telephone : +33 5 35 54 10 84

Duration and order of the visits may vary.

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.


Total

415 €/person*

Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.

Flights from/to paris + tram tour of lisbon (pre)

FLIGHTS FROM/TO PARIS + TRAM TOUR OF LISBON (PRE)
Details

Total

570 €/person*

Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.

Flights from paris + discover mafra & lisbon 2n (pre)

FLIGHTS FROM PARIS + DISCOVER MAFRA & LISBON 2N (PRE)
Details

Total

1,580 €/person*

Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.