--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: f2fe7ecd-f4ec-4202-8ed5-4d2039a8c630 slug: 2309174 voyage_code: EU130427 cruise_line: Ponant ship: Le Dumont D'urville departure_date: return_date: nights: 10 embarkation_port: Valletta, Malta disembarkation_port: Antalya, Turkey starting_price_usd: None bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T03:35:23Z --- # The Mediterranean: in the Footsteps of Great Civilisations > Ponant · Le Dumont D'urville · Apr 13 – 23, 2027   (10 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Ponant | | **Ship** | Le Dumont D'urville | | **Duration** | 10 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Valletta, Malta | | **Disembarkation Port** | Antalya, Turkey | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | EU130427 | ## 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: Gallipoli **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 4: Corfu, Greece **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Corfu, an island off Greece’s northwest coast in the Ionian Sea, is defined by rugged mountains and a resort-studded shoreline. Its cultural heritage reflects years spent under Venetian, French and British rule before it was united with Greece in 1864. Corfu Town, flanked by 2 imposing Venetian fortresses, features winding medieval lanes, a French-style arcade and the grand Palace of St. Michael and St. George. ### Day 5: Itea, Greece **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM A grandiose impressive work of art linking the Ionian and Aegean Seas, the Corinth Canal is the fruit of a dream dating back to ancient times. The Emperor Nero had at one time envisaged its creation. From Itea (Greece) we enter the immaculately preserved sacred site of the Delphi Valley. Clinging to the side of the mountain, the white ruins of Apollo’s famous sanctuary rise up out of the pines. ### Day 5: Crossing the Corinth Canal **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 6: Athens (Greece) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The Greek capital city is located on the edge of the Saronic gulf, in the east of the country. It bears a plural name in reference to the first villages that surround the Acropolis. You will be enchanted by the rocky plateau presided by its monuments listed as UNESCO World Heritage. In the city below, you can visit some of the liveliest districts in Athens: Plaka, with its maze of colourful streets, and where, in the evenings the drifting aroma of moussaka and garlic prawns will tickle your tast... ### Day 7: Volos (Greece) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Volos is a coastal port city in Thessaly situated midway on the Greek mainland, about 330 kilometres north of Athens and 220 kilometres south of Thessaloniki. It is the sixth most populous city of Greece. It is the capital of the Magnesia regional unit of Thessaly Region. ### Day 8: Kusadasi, Turkey **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Kusadasi (Turkey) is an ideal base to discover the Ephesus archaeological site which is famous for its sanctuaries, the best known being that of the Goddess Artemis. ### Day 9: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 10: Alanya **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 11: Antalya, Turkey **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM An old town curled up in a miniscule bay lined with palm trees and pines. Behind its ramparts, the old districts contain superb traditional wooden houses dating back to the 18th Century while the oman walls imbue it with a wholly Mediterranean charm. ## 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 **Prestige Deck 5** (Code: 6) 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) One chaise longue A bathroom with shower A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs A panoramic sliding bay window or glazed panoramic swing door **Prestige Deck 4** (Code: 5) 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) One chaise longue A bathroom with shower A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs A panoramic sliding bay window or glazed panoramic swing door ### Suite Cabins **Deluxe Suite Deck 3** (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) An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm) A bathroom with shower A private 6 m² balcony with two armchairs A glazed panoramic swing door and panoramic window **Prestige Deck 5 Suite** (Code: 8) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Champagne and fruit basket on arrival An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A lounge with convertible sofa to a k... **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... **Deluxe Suite Deck 4** (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) An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm) A bathroom with shower A private 6 m² balcony with two armchairs A panoramic slidging bay window **Deluxe Suite Deck 5** (Code: 3) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Champagne and fruit basket on arrival One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm) A bathroom with shower A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs A panoramic slidi... **Privilege Suite Deck 5** (Code: 10) In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation) Butler service One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A lounge area with chaise longue and armchair A bathroom with shower A private 8 m² bal... ## Ship Information ### Le Dumont D'urville 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 Dumont d'Urville 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 ### 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... - **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... - **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... - **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... ### Entertainment - **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 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... - **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... - **The Blue Eye**: An underwater lounge Enough room for 40 passengers - **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 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... - **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... - **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... - **The panoramic lounge**: Library, internet space, bar, and live entertainment on certain evenings Direct access to the panoramic terrace ### Other - **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... ### 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... ## 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... ### Gallipoli *Coordinates: 40.0562, 17.9788* ### Corfu, Greece *Coordinates: 39.6178, 19.9196* Corfu, an island off Greece’s northwest coast in the Ionian Sea, is defined by rugged mountains and a resort-studded shoreline. Its cultural heritage reflects years spent under Venetian, French and British rule before it was united with Greece in 1864. Corfu Town, flanked by 2 imposing Venetian fortresses, features winding medieval lanes, a French-style arcade and the grand Palace of St. Michael a... ### Itea, Greece *Coordinates: 40.0596, 21.6193* A grandiose impressive work of art linking the Ionian and Aegean Seas, the Corinth Canal is the fruit of a dream dating back to ancient times. The Emperor Nero had at one time envisaged its creation. From Itea (Greece) we enter the immaculately preserved sacred site of the Delphi Valley. Clinging to the side of the mountain, the white ruins of Apollo’s famous sanctuary rise up out of the pines. ### Crossing the Corinth Canal ### Athens (Greece) *Coordinates: 37.9792, 23.7166* The Greek capital city is located on the edge of the Saronic gulf, in the east of the country. It bears a plural name in reference to the first villages that surround the Acropolis. You will be enchanted by the rocky plateau presided by its monuments listed as UNESCO World Heritage. In the city below, you can visit some of the liveliest districts in Athens: Plaka, with its maze of colourful street... ### Volos (Greece) *Coordinates: 39.3646, 22.9332* Volos is a coastal port city in Thessaly situated midway on the Greek mainland, about 330 kilometres north of Athens and 220 kilometres south of Thessaloniki. It is the sixth most populous city of Greece. It is the capital of the Magnesia regional unit of Thessaly Region. ### Kusadasi, Turkey *Coordinates: 37.8587, 27.2594* Kusadasi (Turkey) is an ideal base to discover the Ephesus archaeological site which is famous for its sanctuaries, the best known being that of the Goddess Artemis. ### Alanya *Coordinates: 36.5457, 32.0* ### Antalya, Turkey *Coordinates: 36.8841, 30.7056* An old town curled up in a miniscule bay lined with palm trees and pines. Behind its ramparts, the old districts contain superb traditional wooden houses dating back to the 18th Century while the oman walls imbue it with a wholly Mediterranean charm. ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2309174 - **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/2309174 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2309174.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2309174/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/ponant/le-dumont-durville/other/45392.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 03:35:23 UTC