--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: feb48511-e26a-4dd4-a81f-ec3c41e1c109 slug: 2308829 voyage_code: EG130527 cruise_line: Ponant ship: Le Bougainville departure_date: return_date: nights: 8 embarkation_port: Valletta, Malta disembarkation_port: Venice, Italy starting_price_usd: None bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-04T23:47:25Z --- # 6th Opera Festival at Sea, with Benjamin Bernheim > Ponant · Le Bougainville · May 13 – 21, 2027   (8 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Ponant | | **Ship** | Le Bougainville | | **Duration** | 8 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Valletta, Malta | | **Disembarkation Port** | Venice, Italy | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | EG130527 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Valletta, Malta **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM ### Day 2: 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 3: Otranto, Italy **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Almost on the tip of the heel of Italy’s boot lies the peaceful town of Otranto. A Greek and Roman city, it was also one of the most important centres of Byzantine culture in the Middle Ages. Cradled in the curve of a natural bay of crystal clear water, this small borough is the perfect spot for lazing around or going for a swim. ### Day 4: Kotor, Montenegro **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The lovely fortified town of Kotor (Montenegro) is located at the end of a complex series of bays surrounded by limestone massifs in a magnificent region of Montenegro. An impressive city wall conceals the alleyways and palaces of a well preserved edieval centre which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. ### Day 5: Dubrovnik, Croatia **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Known throughout the world as the Pearl of the Adriatic, the walled city of Dubrovnik (Croatia) built on a rock has preserved all its Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque monuments. Long considered as a rival to Venice, traces of its illustrious past are to be found throughout the city. ### Day 6: Vis (Croatia) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Vis is a Croatian island in the Adriatic Sea, off the Dalmatian Coast. In Vis town, parts of the ancient city walls remain, along with a thermae (public bath). Levaman Fortress houses the Archaeological Museum, with exhibits including a 4th-century-B.C. bronze head of the goddess Artemis and amphorae recovered offshore. On a small peninsula, St. Jerome’s Church and Monastery is built over an ancient Roman theater. ### Day 7: Piran, Slovenia **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Cultural centre of the Slovenian Riviera, the small yet perfectly-formed town of Piran has preserved a medieval atmosphere with its narrow streets and closely packed houses rising in steps from the shore to the top of the hill. A typically Mediterranean view. ### Day 8: Venice, Italy **Arrives:** 12:00 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... ### 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 **Deluxe Stateroom** (Code: D) 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) and TV A bathroom with shower A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs A glazed panoramic swing door and rectangular window ### Suite Cabins **Owner's Suite** (Code: OS) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Private return transfer Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation) Champagne and fruit basket on arrival Butler service An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day A lounge with armchair... ## Ship Information ### Le Bougainville Featuring innovative and environmentally-friendly equipment, elegantly designed cabins, spacious suites with large windows, and lounge areas that open onto the outside, this new limited-capacity yacht boasting just 92 cabins and suites will offer you a truly unique cruising experience. As the first ship in a new series that remains true to the Ponant spirit, Le Bougainville will embody the unique atmosphere that is the cruise line’s hallmark: a subtle blend of refinement, intimacy and comfort. Aboard this ship that flies the French flag, you will experience the incomparable pleasure of an intimate cruise, with the possibility of exploring an ever-increasing range of destinations in an ethnic-chic ambiance with luxury service. Experience a luxurious setting where the accent is on authenticity and passion for travel. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 184 | | Crew | 118 | | Gross Tonnage | 9,976.0 | | Length | 132.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 92 | ## Onboard Amenities ### 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... - **The hydraulic platform**: Much easier onboard access than on any other cruise ship Easier disembarking and embarking by Zodiac when participating in expeditions Swimming and ba... - **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... - **The PONANT App**: After booking your cruise, download the PONANT app from the Apple Store or Google Play. It will support you throughout your voyage. Before your cruise... ### Entertainment - **The theatre**: 188-seat capacity Cutting edge audio and lighting technology LED stage background wall enabling the projection of ultra-high resolution media - **The Blue Eye**: An underwater lounge Enough room for 40 passengers - **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... - **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... - **The pool deck**: A swimming pool offering panoramic views and equipped with a counter-current system A pleasant, attractive sun deck An exterior bar and lounge equippe... ### Relaxation - **The panoramic lounge**: Library, internet space, bar, and live entertainment on certain evenings Direct access to the panoramic terrace - **The main lounge**: A 200 m² (2,150 ft²) main lounge Able to accommodate all our passengers at once for moments of shared conviviality, and as a venue for both daytime an... - **Wellness area**: Spa in partnership with SOTHYS™: massage and treatment cubicles, beauty care cubicle KÉRASTASE / L’Oréal Paris hair salon Free access sauna (open duri... ### Food and Drink - **Grill Restaurant**: An exterior grill restaurant on deck 3 offering a relaxed ambiance and atmosphere: Capacity: 70 Views out over the pool deck Grilled meats and a vari... - **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... - **Lunch**: On board, enjoy our varied buffet. Among the wide choice of salads, vegetables, meat and fish, desserts and pastries, choose a starter, a main dish an... - **Breakfast**: Get off to a good start every day on board. - Hot drinks and pastries are served from 6:30 to 10:30 for early risers and late risers. - Enjoy your bre... - **gastronomic restaurant**: Towards the rear of deck 4 you'll find a panoramic restaurant large enough to accommodate all our passengers at one sitting. Offering a different conc... ### Recreational - **Reception**: A 140 m² (1,500 ft²) space A reception/concierge service The excursions desk The onboard administrative services The sales office operated by our Cust... ## Ports of Call ### Valletta, Malta *Coordinates: 35.8922, 14.5128* ### 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... ### Otranto, Italy *Coordinates: 40.148, 18.4858* Almost on the tip of the heel of Italy’s boot lies the peaceful town of Otranto. A Greek and Roman city, it was also one of the most important centres of Byzantine culture in the Middle Ages. Cradled in the curve of a natural bay of crystal clear water, this small borough is the perfect spot for lazing around or going for a swim. ### Kotor, Montenegro *Coordinates: 42.326, 18.6767* The lovely fortified town of Kotor (Montenegro) is located at the end of a complex series of bays surrounded by limestone massifs in a magnificent region of Montenegro. An impressive city wall conceals the alleyways and palaces of a well preserved edieval centre which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. ### Dubrovnik, Croatia *Coordinates: 42.6418, 18.1065* Known throughout the world as the Pearl of the Adriatic, the walled city of Dubrovnik (Croatia) built on a rock has preserved all its Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque monuments. Long considered as a rival to Venice, traces of its illustrious past are to be found throughout the city. ### Vis (Croatia) *Coordinates: 43.0412, 16.1346* Vis is a Croatian island in the Adriatic Sea, off the Dalmatian Coast. In Vis town, parts of the ancient city walls remain, along with a thermae (public bath). Levaman Fortress houses the Archaeological Museum, with exhibits including a 4th-century-B.C. bronze head of the goddess Artemis and amphorae recovered offshore. On a small peninsula, St. Jerome’s Church and Monastery is built over an ancie... ### Piran, Slovenia *Coordinates: 45.5282, 13.5681* Cultural centre of the Slovenian Riviera, the small yet perfectly-formed town of Piran has preserved a medieval atmosphere with its narrow streets and closely packed houses rising in steps from the shore to the top of the hill. A typically Mediterranean view. ### 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/2308829 - **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/2308829 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2308829.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2308829/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/ponant/le-bougainville/other/45386.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-04 23:47:25 UTC