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Athens to
Honfleur Athens (Greece) - Honfleur
(France)
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May 13 - May 25, 2012
13 days / 12 nights on board
• Sail across the Mediterranean Sea and visit charming cites on the coasts of
Spain, Portugal and France before disembarking in Honfleur.
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Itinerary
Subject to Modifications
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Arrival
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Departure
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Day 1 -Athens (Greece) Embarkation from 15.30 to
16.30
Crossing the Corinth Canal in the late evening.
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19:00
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Day 2 - Katakolon (Greece) Arrival in the morning
at Katakolon (Greece). Close to this little port is the legendary site of Olympia, a
treasure trove of ancient ruins and sumptuous relics.
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12:00
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19:00
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| Day 3 - At Sea |
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Day 4 - Palermo (Sicily - Italy) A crossroads between Eastern and
Western civilisations since time immemorial, Palermo (Italy) has been indelibly marked by the
diverse cultures which have passed this way. The charm of this city of a thousand contrasts owes
much to the atmosphere that prevails. The old town with its historic centre, particularly the
magnificent 12th century cathedral, is testimony to a rich past. Not far from here is Monreale with
its Benedictine Monastery and a splendid Duomo.
Optional excursion: Monreale (1/2 day)
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07:00
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18:00
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Day 5 - Cagliari (Sardinia-Italy)
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13:00
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20:00
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Day 6 - At Sea
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Day 7 - Cartagena (Spain)
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13:00
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21:00
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Day 8 - Malaga (Spain) Reembarking You will head up into the hills of
Andalusia to explore Grenada and the magical Alhambra palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Optional excursion: Grenada and the Alhambra (1 day)
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13:00
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20:00
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Day 9 -Cadiz (Spain) Founded 3,000 years ago by the Phoenicians, Cadiz
is the oldest city in the West. Located on a peninsula which recalls the conquest of the Americas,
the town has preserved an exceptional and truly historic heritage. Cadiz is the gateway to Jerez,
famous for its vines and horses, and is also the capital of flamenco. T he 17th century El Salvador
Cathedral in Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque styles, and Santa María de la Defensión are fine
examples of Andalusia architecture. The « bodegas » (caves) of the great wine producers are genuine
masterpieces of industrial architecture.
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07:30
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12:00
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Day 10 - At Sea
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| Day 11 - A Coruna (Spain) |
08:00 |
12:30 |
| Day 12 - At Sea |
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| Day 13 - Honfleur (France) |
08:30 |
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Cruise Fares
| Category |
Cruise Fare (per person)
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Ponant Bonus Fare*
Starting From:
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| Category E |
$3,671
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from $ 2,754
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| Category D |
$4,277
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from $ 3,208
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| Category C |
$4,924
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from $ 3,693
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| Category B |
$5,724
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from $ 4,293
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| Category A |
$6,405
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from $ 4,804
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| Large Suite |
$7,175
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from $ 5,382
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| Balcony Suite |
$7,979
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from $ 5,984
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| Owner Suite |
$8,204
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from $ 6,153
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| 3rd adult Passenger in a Large suite |
$2,823
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from $ 2,117
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| Safety and port taxes |
$672
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$672
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| Single supplement in cabin* |
Starting at + 30%
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Starting at + 30%
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*Limited availability. Rates and discounts are
per person based on a double occupancy and may be subject to fuel adjustement according to
our terms and
conditions.

Our fares include:
- The cruise on full board from dinner on the first day to breakfast on
the last day
- Captain's welcome cocktail
- Mineral water, coffee, wine served with meals, afternoon tea
- 24 hour room service (selected menu)
- Evening gatherings and organised entertainments
- English speaking guest speakers (when applicable)
- Porterage from the quayside to the ship and vice versa
Our fares do not include:
- Air transportation and airport taxes
- Port and Safety charges
- Gratuities
- Optional shore excursions
- Personal expenses on board
- Personal insurance
- Other drinks than aformentioned ones
**Ponant Bonus Fares:
Special Savings program off published cruise-only
fares for select voyages, in all stateroom and suite categories. Ponant Bonus fares are capacity controlled, subject to
availability and may change at any time without notice. Ponant Bonus could decrease or be closed for specific stateroom
and suite categories or entire cruise.
Ponant bonus fares represent savings from the published fare and may not be combined with certain
other promotional offers. Some cruise credits may not
be combinable. The bonus fares
represent our best available rate at time of booking.
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