--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: bbc5e0f9-1a93-40d0-98ff-e88d272ee760 slug: 2308336 voyage_code: BO120527 cruise_line: Ponant ship: Le Boreal departure_date: return_date: nights: 8 embarkation_port: Civitavecchia, Rome, Italy disembarkation_port: Venice, Italy starting_price_usd: None bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T04:39:35Z --- # Legendary shores of Italy and Croatia > Ponant · Le Boreal · May 12 – 20, 2027   (8 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Ponant | | **Ship** | Le Boreal | | **Duration** | 8 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Civitavecchia, Rome, Italy | | **Disembarkation Port** | Venice, Italy | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | BO120527 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Civitavecchia, Rome, Italy **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:30 PM Port of call for Italy’s capital, Civitavecchia (Italy) is our gateway to “the Eternal City” of Rome. Having dominated the “Western World” for so long, this ancient metropolis harbours a thousand and one testimonies to its rich past. over 400 churches, 300 fountains and countless ruins have become so much a part of the myth and mystery surrounding the great Italian city, held in such esteem by visitors. ### Day 2: Salerno, Italy **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Generating a veritable explosion of intense emotions, the province of Salerno fascinates and enchants travellers. Its fascinating history will lead you to the extraordinary archaeological site of Pompeii, whose sprawling ruins provide a grandiose and moving vision of what a Roman city looked like in Imperial times. The city which was frozen in time under the ashes from the eruption of Mont Vesuvius offers you its peerless historical and cultural wealth, as well as the unique beauty of its locati... ### Day 3: Taormina (Sicily, Italy) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM On the edge of Catania, Taormina (Italy) stands out against the slopes of Mount Tauro in the heart of a picturesque and charming location. Its ancient Greek theatre offers a magnificent panorama with the majestic Mount Etna, its lava flows still smoking, in the background. ### Day 4: Syracuse, Italy **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Syracuse (Italy) was one of Sicily’s most prestigious cities and at the height of its splendour competed with Athens. Visiting Syracuse is like stepping back in time to plunge oneself into the fabulous history of Sicily. Since its role as a central city of ancient Greece, numerous civilisations have followed one another to these shores, each leaving their mark. Arabs, Romans, Normans, Byzantines and Spanish influences give Syracuse its extraordinarily rich culture, a mosaic of perfumes, colours ... ### Day 5: Gallipoli **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 6: Monopoli (Italy) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Monopoli is a town on the Adriatic Sea, in southern Italy. It’s known for the Baroque Monopoli Cathedral, featuring a tall bell tower. In its crypt is an archaeological museum with sculptures and ancient tombs. On a promontory to the north, the 16th-century Castle of Carlo V has a huge stone portal. Nearby is the frescoed Palmieri Palace, built by a wealthy local family in the late 1700s ### Day 7: Hvar, Croatia **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM A mild sunny climate has earned Hvar (Croatia) the epithet “Croatia’s Madeira”, and is one of the most beautiful islands in the Adriatic. The old town cradled in the bay boasts many remarkable monuments such as the cathedral, a former arsenal and noble palaces, all bearing witness to a rich history influenced by Gothic and Renaissance art. ### Day 8: Ancona (Italy) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Situated on the promontory of Monte Conero, Ancona, the capital of the Marche region, offers visitors all the charm of a typical Italian historical city. Founded by the Greeks in 390 BC and conquered by Julius Caesar in 49 BC, Ancona has a long history that was very much shaped by its harbour, a hub attracting different populations and cultures. When your ship calls here, take the time to discover the city’s many buildings, such as the cathedral dedicated to Judas Cyriacus and its façade made of... ### Day 9: Venice, Italy **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Proud and eternal, Venice has reigned on its lagoon ever since the 6th century. You may think you know this city before even setting foot here. You will inevitably fall in love with the charm of the innumerable treasures of the Serenissima: Saint Mark’s square, the basilica, Doges palace, the Grand Canal and the gondolas. Yet, secret Venice is also waiting for you to explore its little interlacing streets and canals, to ramble through its squares and to push open the doors of its churches. The c... ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Pricing | Contact for latest fares | ## Cabin Options ### Balcony Cabins **Prestige Stateroom Deck 6** (Code: 3) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A bathroom with shower A private 4 m² balcony A panoramic sliding bay window **Prestige Stateroom Deck 4** (Code: 1) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A bathroom with shower A private 4 m² balcony A panoramic sliding bay window **Prestige Stateroom Deck 5** (Code: 2) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A bathroom with shower A private 4 m² balcony A panoramic sliding bay window ### Suite Cabins **Prestige Suite Deck 6** (Code: 5) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation) Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival Butler service An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) ... ## Ship Information ### Le Boreal A superb mega-yacht with 132 cabins, she is the fruit of the expertise of the Italian Fincantieri shipyard and French sophistication, as interpreted by designer Jean-Philippe Nuel. Le Boréal remains faithful to our philosophy - to create a unique atmosphere, a subtle blend of luxury, intimacy and well-being. Superior materials, discreet elegance and a tasteful décor combined with exterior and interior lines to reflect a nautical mood, subtly revisited. On board, soothing neutral tones are enlivened by splashes of red, our signature theme linking tradition and innovation to create personal touches in the spirit of a “private yacht”... #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 264 | | Crew | 139 | | Gross Tonnage | 10,944.0 | | Length | 466.0 ft | ## Onboard Amenities ### Entertainment - **The theatre**: 2,690 square feet Capacity: 250 Conference room, concert hall/multi-purpose auditorium Audiovisual equipment - **An evening of entertainment**: Your evening follows on with entertainment in the Grand Salon or the Theatre. Enjoy an evening dancing, a classical concert, a show performed by our p... ### Relaxation - **The main lounge**: 2,740 square feet Interior capacity: 110 Exterior capacity: 30 Tea rooms, bar, programme of live musical entertainment, dance floor Access to the exte... - **The panoramic lounge**: 1,185 square feet Library, internet space, bar, live entertainment on certain evenings Direct access to the panoramic terrace - **The wellness area**: Spa in partnership with SOTHYS™: massage and treatment cubicles, beauty salon cubicle, balneotherapy cubicle KÉRASTASE / L’Oréal Paris hair salon Free... ### Food and Drink - **Special diets**: And so that everyone's tastes are catered to, special menus are available on request for guests with specific dietary requirements (low-fat, vegetaria... - **On the menu**: Every day experience new taste sensations. They transform every meal into a feast for the eyes and the tastebuds. - **grill restaurant**: Enjoy breakfasts, buffet lunches and themed dinners in a relaxed atmosphere at the grill restaurant on Deck 6. 2,530 square feet Interior capacity: 1... - **A gourmet dinner**: Your late afternoon continues in front of a beautiful sunset to the sound of beautiful melodies played on the piano, with an aperitif. Every day, disc... - **An afternoon snack**: Around 4 p.m., after having enjoyed a few sweet treats with cold or hot drinks accompanied by music in the Grand salon, it's time to get ready for din... ### Technology - **Departure alert for excursions or trips**: Because we want your activities to go smoothly, your cruise director alerts you before departure for any excursions you have booked if you are on a Ya... - **Minimal and transitory impact**: Modern ships, cutting-edge technologies, strict landing protocols, environmental impact studies, crew training: find the environmental commitments tha... - **On board**: Want to stay on board to enjoy a moment of relaxation? - Attend a talk given by one of our prestigious guests of honour. - Book a massage or treatment... - **Zodiac® excursions or trips**: Your afternoon continues with the terrestrial trips that you have booked to complement your Yachting cruise. On Expedition cruises, enjoy guided trips... ### Recreational - **Co-construction with local populations**: We take passengers to discover rare destinations and to meet the populations that have lived there for centuries. So, our itineraries are planned out ... ## Ports of Call ### Civitavecchia, Rome, Italy *Coordinates: 42.1062, 11.7757* Port of call for Italy’s capital, Civitavecchia (Italy) is our gateway to “the Eternal City” of Rome. Having dominated the “Western World” for so long, this ancient metropolis harbours a thousand and one testimonies to its rich past. over 400 churches, 300 fountains and countless ruins have become so much a part of the myth and mystery surrounding the great Italian city, held in such esteem by vis... ### Salerno, Italy *Coordinates: 40.6824, 14.7681* Generating a veritable explosion of intense emotions, the province of Salerno fascinates and enchants travellers. Its fascinating history will lead you to the extraordinary archaeological site of Pompeii, whose sprawling ruins provide a grandiose and moving vision of what a Roman city looked like in Imperial times. The city which was frozen in time under the ashes from the eruption of Mont Vesuviu... ### Taormina (Sicily, Italy) *Coordinates: 37.8516, 15.2853* On the edge of Catania, Taormina (Italy) stands out against the slopes of Mount Tauro in the heart of a picturesque and charming location. Its ancient Greek theatre offers a magnificent panorama with the majestic Mount Etna, its lava flows still smoking, in the background. ### Syracuse, Italy *Coordinates: 37.0755, 15.2866* Syracuse (Italy) was one of Sicily’s most prestigious cities and at the height of its splendour competed with Athens. Visiting Syracuse is like stepping back in time to plunge oneself into the fabulous history of Sicily. Since its role as a central city of ancient Greece, numerous civilisations have followed one another to these shores, each leaving their mark. Arabs, Romans, Normans, Byzantines a... ### Gallipoli *Coordinates: 40.0562, 17.9788* ### Monopoli (Italy) *Coordinates: 40.9571, 17.2905* Monopoli is a town on the Adriatic Sea, in southern Italy. It’s known for the Baroque Monopoli Cathedral, featuring a tall bell tower. In its crypt is an archaeological museum with sculptures and ancient tombs. On a promontory to the north, the 16th-century Castle of Carlo V has a huge stone portal. Nearby is the frescoed Palmieri Palace, built by a wealthy local family in the late 1700s ### Hvar, Croatia *Coordinates: 43.1726, 16.4432* A mild sunny climate has earned Hvar (Croatia) the epithet “Croatia’s Madeira”, and is one of the most beautiful islands in the Adriatic. The old town cradled in the bay boasts many remarkable monuments such as the cathedral, a former arsenal and noble palaces, all bearing witness to a rich history influenced by Gothic and Renaissance art. ### Ancona (Italy) *Coordinates: 43.6159, 13.5188* Situated on the promontory of Monte Conero, Ancona, the capital of the Marche region, offers visitors all the charm of a typical Italian historical city. Founded by the Greeks in 390 BC and conquered by Julius Caesar in 49 BC, Ancona has a long history that was very much shaped by its harbour, a hub attracting different populations and cultures. When your ship calls here, take the time to discover... ### Venice, Italy *Coordinates: 45.4343, 12.3388* Proud and eternal, Venice has reigned on its lagoon ever since the 6th century. You may think you know this city before even setting foot here. You will inevitably fall in love with the charm of the innumerable treasures of the Serenissima: Saint Mark’s square, the basilica, Doges palace, the Grand Canal and the gondolas. Yet, secret Venice is also waiting for you to explore its little interlacing... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2308336 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2308336 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2308336.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2308336/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/ponant/le-boreal/other/26253.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 04:39:35 UTC