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Landscapes and historic sites of the Peloponnese

Landscapes and historic sites of the Peloponnese

  • Itinerary
    Athens to Athens
    Duration
    8 days
  • Dates
    25 Oct 26 to 1 Nov 26
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Come aboard Le Champlain for an unforgettable voyage.

The calmness of an always turquoise sea, the craggy hills bathed in light, fertile plains, oceans of olive trees and slender cypress trees are all invitations to explore the Peloponnese, a land shaped by myths. During a 8-day journey aboard Le Champlain, set off to discover these unique landscapes and archaeological sites. In autumn, far from the crowds, these places imbued in legends seem to come alive through tales of Greek heroes, wrathful gods and ancient creatures.

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, explore the archaeological site of Delphi from Itea, or discover the ruins of Mycenae and Epidaurus from Nafplio, or discover the rich history of Hydra. The diversity of experiences on offer promises you intense and varied moments (to discover the full range of excursions, go to the itinerary tab).

After an equally mythic and remarkable crossing of the Corinth Canal, you will arrive in the small port of Itea from where it is possible to visit the incredible site of Delphi or even the Hosios Loukas monastery, both of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.  

Your ship then crosses the Gulf of Patras to reach the Ionian Sea and the Peloponnese. This legendary region immerses you in the tumultuous and glorious past of the country. From the port of Katakolon, you can visit the sublime site of Olympia, a UNESCO World Heritage site, whose ruins bear witness to its former grandeur.

After a port of call in Gythio, the seaport of Ancient Sparta, the fortified peninsula of Monemvasia will reveal itself, monumental, like a ship of stone overlooking the azure.

Your ship will then set sail for Nafplion, to arrive at your final port of call. It is an opportunity to discover the mythical sites of Epidaurus and Mycenae, respectively a ancient theatre and a pre-Hellenic city, both of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites

The island of Hydra, famous for its incomparable light, will enchant you with the calm of its little streets, where all motor traffic is forbidden. 

Athens, the mythical city dominated by the Acropolis and its monuments, which form the most extraordinary architectural and artistic ensemble bequeathed to the world by Ancient Greece, marks the end of this exceptional odyssey.

Overview

Your voyage

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Destination

Destination

Mediterranean

Athens to Athens

Duration

8 days, 7 nights on board

Timeless

Offers

PONANT Bonus 20%

Ref: EC251026

Journey

Your daily itinerary

  • An autumn cruise to discover some of Greece’s most beautiful ancient sites and cross the Corinth Canal.
  • UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Delphi site from Itea, the Olympia site from Katakolon, the ruins of Mycenae and Epidaurus from Nafplion, the Acropolis in Athens (port of disembarkation).
  • Make the most of an excursion included per person per port of call during your cruise thanks to the selection made by our destination experts.
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*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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Landscapes and historic sites of the Peloponnese

Itinerary

Embarkation 25/10/26 from 16:00 to 17:00 Departure 25/10/26 at 18:00

25 Oct 26 - Athens
25 Oct 26 - Athens

Arrival 26/10/26 Departure 26/10/26

26 Oct 26 - Crossing the Corinth Canal
26 Oct 26 - Crossing the Corinth Canal

Arrival 26/10/26 midday Departure 26/10/26 early evening

26 Oct 26 - Itea
26 Oct 26 - Itea

Arrival 27/10/26 early morning Departure 27/10/26 early afternoon

27 Oct 26 - Katakolon
27 Oct 26 - Katakolon

Arrival 28/10/26 early morning Departure 28/10/26 late afternoon

28 Oct 26 - Gythio
28 Oct 26 - Gythio

Arrival 29/10/26 early morning Departure 29/10/26 evening

29 Oct 26 - Monemvasia
29 Oct 26 - Monemvasia

Arrival 30/10/26 early morning Departure 30/10/26 late evening

30 Oct 26 - Nafplion
30 Oct 26 - Nafplion

Arrival 31/10/26 early morning Departure 31/10/26 late afternoon

31 Oct 26 - Hydra
31 Oct 26 - Hydra

Arrival 01/11/26 Disembarkation 01/11/26 at 8:00

1 Nov 26 - Athens
1 Nov 26 - Athens

Landscapes and historic sites of the Peloponnese

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Athens, the acropolis museum and plaka

ATHENS, THE ACROPOLIS MUSEUM AND PLAKA
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Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your transfer between your port of disembarkation and the airport.

Athens

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

You will be taken by coach for an exploration of one of the oldest cities in Europe, Athens.

You will enjoy a panoramic sightseeing tour of the city. 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 arrive at the Acropolis Museum, which was opened in June 2009. The architecture of the whole venue has been designed to emulate the cult of the Temple of Athena. At the foot of the sacred hill, the building’s rear facade of concrete and glass seems to billow out with the weight of its history, and it is from here that you will have your first view of the Parthenon. The museum provides a magnificent setting for the treasures discovered on the hill. The first gallery houses the findings of the archaeological site of the Acropolis of Athens and the glass floor provides a view of the archaeological excavations, giving you the impression of being in the very heart of these ancient ruins.

At the end of the morning, you will be taken to the Plaka Old District located at the bottom of the Acropolis, in the historic heart of Athens. You will have some free time (about 45 minutes or more depending on your flight return) to explore on foot Plaka’s pedestrian shopping streets where you will find jewellery stores, souvenir shops, cafes and restaurants.

You will then be transferred to the airport in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight.

Your programme includes:

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

·        Services of a local English-speaking guide.

Your programme does not include:

·        Lunch.

·        Tips for the guide and the driver.

·        Personal expenses

·        Other services not mentioned in the programme.

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.


Total

129 €/person*

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

Panoramic tour of athens before being transferred to the port of piraeus

PANORAMIC TOUR OF ATHENS BEFORE BEING TRANSFERRED TO THE PORT OF PIRAEUS
Details

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.


Total

54 €/person*

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

Flights from/to paris + panoramic tour of athens before being transferred to pireus pier (pre) + athens, the acropolis museum and plaka (post)

Flights from/to Paris + Panoramic tour of Athens before being transferred to Pireus pier (PRE) + Athens, the Acropolis Museum and Plaka (POST)
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Total

993 €/person*

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