
Ancient shores of the Mediterranean
- ItineraryAthens to MálagaDuration10 days
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Come aboard Le Bougainville for an unforgettable voyage.
With a departure from Athens, PONANT invites you to discover archaeological and historical sites – most of them UNESCO World Heritage sites – on a 10-day cruise to Greece, Italy, Tunisia, Algeria and Spain. You will be captivated by an unforgettable voyage aboard Le Bougainville in the Mediterranean.
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, visit the National Museum of Magna Graecia in Reggio Calabria, discover the ruins of Hippo Regius in Annaba, or explore the history-laden streets of the Casbah, the jewel of Algiers ’s heritage. The diversity of experiences on offer promises you intense and varied moments (to discover the full range of excursions, go to the itinerary tab).
Le Bougainville resumes its journey to head for the Tunisian shores and capital, Tunis. Rome’s great rival, Ancient Carthage, is yours to discover as you visit its ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your journey then continues along the coast of nearby Algeria to Annaba, where you visit the archaeological site of Hippo, one of Roman Africa’s main cities.
You will set sail again, heading for “Algiers the White”. The capital of Africa’s largest country, radiant and vibrant, will reveal its centuries of history. In Tipasa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the wisteria-scented ruins mingle with the sun and the sea, summoning up the Nuptials essays by Albert Camus.
Your last port of call will be Cartagena, an ancient walled city with a remarkable architectural heritage, lying in the heart of a rolling landscape. Finally, you will sail to Malaga, the bustling cultural capital of the Costa del Sol, where you will disembark.
Your voyage
All-inclusive

Destination
Mediterranean
Athens to Málaga
Duration
10 days, 9 nights on board
Timeless
Offers
PONANT Bonus 20%
Ref: EG081125









Journey
Your daily itinerary
- A dive into the remnants of ancient Mediterranean civilisations, out of season, between Greece, Italy, Tunisia, Algeria and Spain.
- Discovery of ancient sites (Carthage, Delphi, Hosios Loukas, Tipaza) and old towns (Casbah in Algiers, Medina in Tunis, Syracuse), all UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- Among your included excursions: the ruins of Hippo Regius in Annaba, a walk on Ortygia Island in Syracuse, and a stroll through Algiers' Casbah.

Customize your journey:

Date
8 Nov 25

Date
17 Nov 25

Date
17 Nov 25
Staterooms and suites
Elegance and refinement

Deluxe Stateroom
Guests
2
Size
19 m²

Prestige Stateroom
Guests
2
Size
19 m²

Deluxe Suite
Guests
3
Size
27 m²

Prestige Suite
Guests
4
Size
38 m²

Privilege Suite
Guests
3
Size
32 m²

Grand Deluxe Suite
Guests
4
Size
45 m²

Owner's Suite
Guests
4
Size
45 m²
*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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What's Included
Important travel details
In your luggage
Ancient shores of the Mediterranean
Itinerary
Embarkation 08/11/25 from 16:00 to 17:00 Departure 08/11/25 at 0:00
8 Nov 25 - Athens

Arrival 09/11/25 Departure 09/11/25
9 Nov 25 - Crossing the Corinth Canal

Arrival 09/11/25 midday Departure 09/11/25 early evening
9 Nov 25 - Itea

2 available excursionsto this stopover
Arrival 10/11/25 Departure 10/11/25
10 Nov 25 - At sea

Arrival 11/11/25 early morning Departure 11/11/25 late afternoon
11 Nov 25 - Reggio di Calabria

2 available excursionsto this stopover
Arrival 12/11/25 early morning Departure 12/11/25 early afternoon
12 Nov 25 - Palermo, Sicily

3 available excursionsto this stopover
Arrival 13/11/25 early morning Departure 13/11/25 early afternoon
13 Nov 25 - Tunis

3 available excursionsto this stopover
Arrival 14/11/25 early morning Departure 14/11/25 midday
14 Nov 25 - Annaba

2 available excursionsto this stopover
Arrival 15/11/25 early morning Departure 15/11/25 early afternoon
15 Nov 25 - Algiers

2 available excursionsto this stopover
Arrival 16/11/25 early morning Departure 16/11/25 early afternoon
16 Nov 25 - Cartagena

2 available excursionsto this stopover
Arrival 17/11/25 early morning Disembarkation 17/11/25 at 8:00
17 Nov 25 - Málaga

Ancient shores of the Mediterranean
Customize your journey
Panoramic tour of athens before being transferred to the port of piraeus

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.
50 €/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Treasures of andalusia (3 nights)

1,536 €/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Walking tour of malaga

Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your daytime between your port of disembarkation and the airport.
Malaga
After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port by our local English-speaking representative.
Start your walking exploration: pass by the Cathedral with its renaissance style, the Picasso Museum, hosted in a 16th-century palace of Andalusian architecture, and the nearby famous painter´s birthplace.
You will then be transferred to the airport in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight.
Your programme includes:
· Transfers and visits as mentioned in the programme.
· 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.
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.
60 €/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Ancient shores of the Mediterranean
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PONANT Bonus 20%
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