Treasures of the Persian Gulf
* Subject to availability.
Highlights
- A cruise in partnership with Le Louvre, with the presence on board of Yannick Lintz, curator and director of the department of Islamic Arts.
- An all-new itinerary discovering the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Oman.
- Discovery of the treasures of Islamic culture, between tradition and modernity.
- Overnight stay in Dubai.
- Visit of the Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum.
- Discovery of exceptional natural sites: the “fjords of Arabia”, canyons and oases, deserts of dunes.
- From Abu Dhabi: visit of the Cultural Sites of Al Ain, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- After your cruise: from Muscat, possibility of visiting the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, and the Bahla Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Staterooms & Suites
- LE JACQUES CARTIER
- Port of call & excursions
- Formalities
- Theme
- Guest(s) Lecturer(s)
- Pre/Post & Overlands
Staterooms & Suites
Deluxe Stateroom €4,600 Not Available Prestige Deck 4 €4,880 Not Available Prestige Deck 5 €5,030 Available Prestige Deck 6 €5,180 Available Deluxe Suite Deck 5 €6,990 Not Available Deluxe Suite Deck 3 €6,990 Available Deluxe Suite Deck 4 €6,990 Not Available Deluxe Suite Deck 6 €6,990 Not Available Prestige Deck 5 Suite €7,540 Available Prestige Deck 6 Suite €7,770 Not Available Privilege Suite Deck 6 €8,000 Available Privilege Suite Deck 5 €8,000 Available Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6 €8,240 Available Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 5 €8,240 Not Available Owner's Suite €8,490 Available
Port of call & excursions

Muscat
Embarkation 19/11/2020 from 16H00 to 17H00 . Departure 19/11/2020 at 23H00 .Unlike neighbouring metropolises, the capital of the Sultanate of Oman has chosen to ban towers and skyscrapers and to cultivate the peninsula’s traditional and refined architectural style: low houses, domes, moucharaby windows, and wooden balconies. This authenticity adds to the charm of this small former maritime city protected by mountains and the forts constructed by the Portuguese in the 16th century. There is no doubt that you will fall under the charm of the treasures of Omani craftsmanship: the souk in the old district of Mutrah is a perfect example of this, as is the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, reputed to have the world’s largest hand-made carpets.


21 November 2020 – Khasab
Arrival 21/11/2020 midday. Departure 21/11/2020 late afternoon.
22 November 2020 – Doha
Arrival 22/11/2020 mid afternoon. Departure 22/11/2020.On the banks of the Persian Gulf, discover Doha, the capital of Qatar. Rising out of the desert, the city has managed to maintain its traditions in spite of a frantic race for modernity. The cliff bordering Doha Bay has magnificent views over the city centre’s enormous constructions. The silhouette of the Museum of Islamic Art rises up near the quays, where the region’s typical sailboats, known as dhows, are docked. This “fortress”, designed by Ming Pei, the architect of the Louvre pyramid, is home to the finest collections of Islamic art in the world. Not far, the lively district of Souq Waqif and its colourful stalls are also an unmissable visit.

23 November 2020 – Doha
Arrival 23/11/2020. Departure 23/11/2020 early evening.On the banks of the Persian Gulf, discover Doha, the capital of Qatar. Rising out of the desert, the city has managed to maintain its traditions in spite of a frantic race for modernity. The cliff bordering Doha Bay has magnificent views over the city centre’s enormous constructions. The silhouette of the Museum of Islamic Art rises up near the quays, where the region’s typical sailboats, known as dhows, are docked. This “fortress”, designed by Ming Pei, the architect of the Louvre pyramid, is home to the finest collections of Islamic art in the world. Not far, the lively district of Souq Waqif and its colourful stalls are also an unmissable visit.

24 November 2020 – Sir Bani Yas
Arrival 24/11/2020 early morning. Departure 24/11/2020 late afternoon.You’ll make a port of call on the island of Sir Bani Yas, a real naturalist dream that has been dedicated to the conservation of endangered animal species since 1971. This enchanting former reserve of the Emir of Abu Dhabi is planted with more than two million trees. Nominated “The World’s Leading Sustainable Tourist Destination”, it has one the largest populations of Arabian oryxes. The ruins of one of the oldest Christian monasteries of the pre-Islamic era, dating back to 600 AD, are visible there.

25 November 2020 – Abu Dhabi
Arrival 25/11/2020 early morning. Departure 25/11/2020 late evening.The political capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi stands out thanks to its exceptional cultural offering. In the Saadiyat Island district, the Louvre Abu Dhabi, designed by Jean Nouvel as a museum town inspired by traditional Arab architecture, creates a dialogue between objects and works from civilisations from all over the world around the great universal questions. A little further, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque boasts a sumptuous decor of marble, gold and glass. Abu Dhabi is also the gateway to the Al Ain oasis and its 150,000 date palms, a remarkable testimony to the settling of nomads in the region since Neolithic times, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

26 November 2020 – Dubai
Arrival 26/11/2020 early morning. Departure 26/11/2020.Vertiginous, excessive, immoderate… Dubai, the largest city in the United Arab Emirates, stands out for its architectural follies. Home to the world’s tallest skyscraper, the Burj Kahlifa, with a total height of 828 metres, almost three times that of the Eiffel Tower, the city is also famous for the gigantic scale of the Palm Islands, its artificial islands in the form of a palm tree. You can explore more traditional districts not far away, with visits of the souks of Deira or the Gold Souk. Or perhaps you would prefer to discover Dubai Museum: located in an 18th-century fort, it tells the city’s history from Antiquity to the present day.

Dubai
Disembarkation 27/11/2020 at 08H00 .Vertiginous, excessive, immoderate… Dubai, the largest city in the United Arab Emirates, stands out for its architectural follies. Home to the world’s tallest skyscraper, the Burj Kahlifa, with a total height of 828 metres, almost three times that of the Eiffel Tower, the city is also famous for the gigantic scale of the Palm Islands, its artificial islands in the form of a palm tree. You can explore more traditional districts not far away, with visits of the souks of Deira or the Gold Souk. Or perhaps you would prefer to discover Dubai Museum: located in an 18th-century fort, it tells the city’s history from Antiquity to the present day.
Formalities
The information below is current but subject to change at any time without advance notice from government authorities. Please consult your respective government agencies for visa and health information.
Passport valid for at least six (6) months beyond the completion of your trip. Passport must contain at least two completely clear, blank, unused visa pages for each visa required, not including any amendment pages. Visa pages with stains or ink from other pages in the passport are not usable. Guests who deviate from the scheduled embarkation or disembarkation port should research the foreign entry requirements for the port country. Due to government regulations, regrettably, Ponant will have to deny boarding to any guest who fails to obtain the appropriate travel documentation for this trip.
Warning about the use of drones: the use of drones aboard PONANT ships, whether they are sailing at sea, at a port of call or anchored, is strictly forbidden. The use of drones on land in the Arctic and Antarctic regions is also strictly forbidden by international polar regulations. In other regions, it may be possible to use drones on land if permission has been obtained from the relevant authorities of each country and each region travelled through, as well as a pilot’s licence that should be obtained from your home country. Passengers are responsible for obtaining these permits; they should be able to present them at all times. Passengers who do not obtain these authorisations expose themselves to the risk of legal proceedings.
Qatar - Visa issued onboard (at no charge)
Oman : a visa is mandatory. When arriving by air, the visa can be obtained at the airport. When arriving by sea, the visa will be obtained and charged onboard (15€ subject to change).
Theme

Art and Literature
Because we firmly believe that there are many different ways to travel, we are inviting you to join us on one of our Art cruises or Literature cruises and to enhance your trip with a rich cultural programme.
Your cultural explorations on land
Choosing a themed cruise with PONANT means setting sail on an itinerary punctuated by unique ports of call. Our Art cruises and Literature cruises combine the pleasures of travel by sea with the discovery of emblematic sites in cities famous for the richness of their architecture and heritage.
During your different visits, you will enjoy special moments immersed in art and culture. Promising exclusive discoveries, personalised programmes and private performances, these cruises have special experiences in store for you in prestigious locations.
Knowledge-sharing on board
Aboard our luxurious, smaller-sized yachts, you will meet other travellers who share your passion. High-profile lecturers and artists will also be joining us on these cruises. As we sail across the oceans, you will be able to experience special moments between lecturers and enthusiasts.
Throughout your Art or Literature cruise, our special guests will present unique lectures in keeping with the chosen theme. They will talk about different art-related themes, such as a period, a movement or famous artists, or topics relating to literature, such as politics, society, history etc.
Guest(s) Lecturer(s)

Yannick Lintz
Ph.D. in Achaemenid History, Yannick LINTZ is an Art Historian dedicated to share the depth of the Islamic culture and civilization and to contribute to safeguard endangered heritage. Since 2013, she has been Director of the Islamic Art Department in the Louvre Museum, which displays one of the richest and finest collections of Islamic art in the world. Her position has set her on the road of international diplomatic and cultural projects with the Arab world, Iran, and Central Asia. As Invited professor in the Sorbonne University (Paris, France) and in Senghor University (Alexandria, Egypt), she has taught classes on Museum Management and Heritage Education. She has been particularly involved on issues related to Heritage in Danger through her previous position as Vice-Chairman of ICOM France (2000 – 2009). Recently, she has created the PAPSI program focused on the safeguarding endangered cultural heritage in Syria and Iraqi. As member of the Scientific Committee of the Agency France Museums in charge to work for the Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum project, she trained French curators on the idea of a Global History Museum from the point of view of the Islamic world. She has also developed an international expertise on Islamic Art Museums, their policies, their narratives, and their educative challenges.
Languages spoken: French, English
Photo credit: Crédit photo : © 2013 Musée du Louvre / Florence Brochoire
Possibility of withdrawal in case of force majeure.
Pre/Post & Overlands
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Your packages
16/11/2020 – FLIGHTS FROM/TO PARIS + TREASURES OF OMAN DESERT 2N (PRE) + DUBAI AND BEDOUINS TRADITIONS 2N (POST)
3670.00 € **16/11/2020 – FLIGHTS FROM/TO PARIS + TREASURES OF OMAN DESERT 2N (PRE) + PANORAMIC TRANSFER TO DUBAI AIRPORT (POST)
2230.00 € **18/11/2020 – FLIGHTS FROM/TO PARIS + DISCOVER MUSCAT (PRE) + DUBAI AND BEDOUINS TRADITIONS 2N (POST)
2530.00 € **18/11/2020 – FLIGHTS FROM/TO PARIS + DISCOVER MUSCAT (PRE) + PANORAMIC TRANSFER TO DUBAI AIRPORT (POST)
1090.00 € ** -
Before your cruise
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After your cruise
** Prices per person, based on double occupancy
Attention: the prices listed at the time of your reservation can be different from those listed in the brochure. These prices can evolve based on availability and the real time rates of the airline companies selected.
Travellers are advised to check all the information with the authorities concerned prior to the departure date. Ponant advises Travellers to consult the country factsheets relating to the chosen destinations. Ponant specifically draws Travellers' attention to the fact that the information provided may change up until the departure date, and they are advised to consult that information up until the time of departure. CDP invites Travellers to adjust their behavior to the visited country, to exercise vigilance and to avoid carrying valuable objects during their travel.
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