Ancient shores of 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.

Travel light, PONANT organizes your day between your disembarkation port and the airport.

Day 1: Malaga
After completing disembarkation formalities, you will be greeted at the port by our local representative. You will begin your exploration of the city on foot with your local guide. You will discover the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Incarnation, a must-see Renaissance monument.

You will then be transferred to the Picasso Museum, housed in a 16th-century Andalusian-style palace. This museum features a vast collection of Picasso’s works, retracing his entire career.

After your guided visit, enjoy a coffee break in a charmingly decorated café near the museum. You will then continue exploring the city on foot with your guide.

Lunch will be served in a local restaurant.

After lunch, transfer to Granada.

Check-in and settle into your room.

Dinner at the hotel restaurant.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2: Granada
After breakfast, you will set off with your guide to the old Albaicin quarter, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From there, you will enjoy stunning views of the Sierra Nevada, the Darro Valley, and the Alhambra.

You will continue your visit to the gypsy quarter of Sacromonte, famous for its cave dwellings carved into the mountainside. Once home to gypsy communities, these caves have been transformed into residences and cultural venues, including flamenco performance spaces, deeply connected to gypsy heritage.

Lunch in a local restaurant.

After lunch, head to the Alhambra, an architectural jewel and UNESCO World Heritage Site. This fortress-palace, with its enchanting gardens and exquisitely decorated halls, embodies the splendor of Islamic art. Wander through its courtyards adorned with fountains, admire breathtaking views over Granada, and immerse yourself in the fascinating history of the Nasrid sultans.

At the end of your guided tour, transfer back to your hotel.

Dinner at the hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3: Granada
Breakfast.

Check-out.

Free morning.

Later, you will head with your guide to Finca. Discover the century-old vineyards of the Montes de Málaga and dive into the history of Vino Malagueño. Just 35 minutes from the city, explore the legendary Pedro Ximénez grape, grown on vertiginous slopes of up to 45%. Your program includes a tour of this unique terroir and a premium tasting of four wines.

Lunch will be served on site with a refined menu.

Transfer to your hotel in Malaga.

Check-in.

Free afternoon.

In the evening, you will be taken to Tablao Flamenco Alegría to attend a flamenco show while savoring traditional tapas.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 4: Malaga
Breakfast.

Check-out.

Free morning.

Transfer to the airport in time for the flight selected by PONANT.

Your Hotels

Barcelo Carmen 4*
Barceló Carmen Granada is a stylish 4-star hotel located in the heart of Granada, Spain. Ideally situated near major attractions such as the Alhambra and Granada Cathedral, the hotel offers modern, comfortable rooms. Guests can enjoy a rooftop terrace with a pool and panoramic views over the city and the Sierra Nevada.

NH Malaga 4*
NH Málaga is a modern 4-star hotel located in central Malaga, near the historic quarter and the Guadalmedina River. It features spacious, elegant rooms in a contemporary design, as well as facilities including an outdoor pool, fitness center, and meeting spaces. Its prime location provides easy access to local attractions such as Malaga Cathedral, the Picasso Museum, shops, and restaurants.

Hotel Contacts

Barcelo Carmen 4*
C. Acera del Darro, 62, Centro, 18005 Granada, Spain
+34 958 25 83 00

NH Malaga 4*
C. San Jacinto, 2, Distrito Centro, 29007 Málaga, Spain
+34 952 07 13 23

Your program includes

• 2 nights in a Standard Room at Barceló Carmen 4* (or similar), breakfast included.

• 1 night in a Standard Room at NH Malaga 4* (or similar), breakfast included.

• Visits and transfers as mentioned in the program.

• Services of a French-speaking guide.

• Meals as specified in the program.

• Drinks with meals (bottled water + 1 soft drink or 1 local beer or 1 glass of wine, and 1 coffee or tea).

Your program does not include

• Lunch on Day 4.

• Tips for driver and guide.

• Personal expenses.

• Any other services not mentioned in the program.

For details of your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel consultant or refer to the electronic ticket included in your travel documents. Should there be any changes to your PONANT-selected flight schedule, your program will be adjusted to ensure you continue to enjoy a seamless experience. If applicable, you can access your updated program via the PONANT website, in your My Ponant space, or in the PONANT app. The finalized program will also be included in your travel documents.

 

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.