--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 657daec0-2e81-4929-b78c-7331d82ccfff slug: 2310069 voyage_code: PO010627 cruise_line: Ponant ship: Le Ponant departure_date: return_date: nights: 7 embarkation_port: Nice, France disembarkation_port: Palermo (Sicily - Italy) starting_price_usd: None bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T02:18:07Z --- # Under Sail from the Riviera to Sicily > Ponant · Le Ponant · Jun 1 – 8, 2027   (7 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Ponant | | **Ship** | Le Ponant | | **Duration** | 7 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Nice, France | | **Disembarkation Port** | Palermo (Sicily - Italy) | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | PO010627 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Nice, France **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Nice, capital of the Alpes-Maritimes department on the French Riviera, sits on the pebbly shores of the Baie des Anges. Founded by the Greeks and later a retreat for 19th-century European elite, the city has also long attracted artists. Former resident Henri Matisse is honored with a career-spanning collection of paintings at Musée Matisse. Musée Marc Chagall features some of its namesake's major religious works. ### Day 2: Portofino, Italy **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM A rugged rocky promontory, the Portofino Peninsula is the loveliest spot on the Ligurian Riviera. At its feet lies the pretty port of Portofino (Italy), which has become a seaside destination for the Italian jet-set. A rugged stairway leads to a path into the heart of the luxuriant vegetation above. ### Day 3: Porto Venere **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 4: Portoferraio (The isle of Elba, Italy) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The island of Elba is at the heart of the Tuscan Archipelago and presents a finely chiselled profile sheltering many pristine coves. Roman churches, Medicean fortresses and memories of Napoleon blend into the picture postcard that is Portoferraio (Italy). The town is one of the oldest on the island, the Ligurians, Etruscans and Greeks having shaped its history before it became a Roman colony. Here you can follow in the footsteps of Napoleon as you wind your way through the pastel-coloured houses... ### Day 5: Ponza, Italy **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Birthplace of the famous magician who seduced Ulysses, this magnificent volcanic rock at the centre of the Tyrrhenian archipelago is also known as the Island of Circe. One glimpse of Ponza’s wild terrain and you will understand why Ulysses delayed his return to Ithaca. Its rugged coastline of jagged rocks and cliffs, sculpted by the wind and the waves is riddled with caves which the Romans once used for bathing. ### Day 6: Amalfi (Italy) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Since time immemorial, artists and travellers have fallen under the spell of these tiny villages lost amidst the orange and olive groves, the vineyards and bougainvillea. Amalfi and nearby Ravello, suspended between sea and sky, are the jewels of the Amalfi Coast. There is so much natural beauty to be admired here, including some magnificent gardens. ### Day 7: Sailing in Front of Stromboli **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 7: Lipari (Aeolian Islands, Italy) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Dominated by a fortified citadel, Lipari (Italy) is capital of the seven volcanic Aeolian Islands. Lipari is deservedly famous for its architectural and natural beauty as it embraces some stunning panoramas, pumice stone quarries and a “Castello” built on the ruins of an ancient Greek acropolis. ### Day 8: Palermo (Sicily - Italy) **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Palermo is the capital of the Italian island of Sicily. The 12th-century Palermo Cathedral houses royal tombs, while the huge neoclassical Teatro Massimo is known for opera performances. Also in the center are the Palazzo dei Normanni, a royal palace started in the 9th century, and the Cappella Palatina, with Byzantine mosaics. Busy markets include the central Ballarò street market and the Vucciria, ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Pricing | Contact for latest fares | ## Ship Information ### Le Ponant Experience the privilege of a relaxing cruise aboard Le Ponant, crafted to respect the tradition of famous sailing yachts. Following in the nautical tradition of three-masted sailing ship, Le Ponant will take you on a voyage of discovery. The ship capacity limited to 64 passengers provides intimacy and convivial atmosphere to the cruise. The refined life on board, the welcoming charm of your cabin, the lounges and the restaurants setting are as many invitations to relax. Under full sail, gliding over the sea with the wind, you will fall under Le Ponant’s spell. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 64 | | Crew | 32 | | Gross Tonnage | 1,443.0 | | Length | 290.0 ft | ## Onboard Amenities ### Fitness - **The wellness space**: Spa / massages (18.5 m²): one cabin offering massages and Biologique Recherche treatments Gym (16 m²) ### Entertainment - **The Marina - Alizés Deck**: Two standard kayaks and two glass-bottomed kayaks Four stand up paddleboards Snorkelling equipment Fishing equipment Scuba diving equipment (for a gro... - **Exterior bar - Sun Deck**: The striking lines, the quality of the materials, the sophistication of the way they’re combined: the common areas, designed by French design studio J... ### Food and Drink - **The panoramic restaurant**: The gastronomic symphony on board Le Ponant celebrates the enjoyment of food and the riches of nature, and sublimely showcases products from the lands... - **The lounge and Bar Emeraude**: Interior surface : 92 m² Seats 35 guests Exterior surface : 85 m² Seats 24 guests - **The Le Diamant panoramic restaurant - Zéphyr Deck**: Seats 34 guests 61 m² Fine gastronomic cuisine made using exceptionally high quality organic and local products Veuve Clicquot champagne Wines from Fr... ## Ports of Call ### Nice, France *Coordinates: 43.6958, 7.27156* Nice, capital of the Alpes-Maritimes department on the French Riviera, sits on the pebbly shores of the Baie des Anges. Founded by the Greeks and later a retreat for 19th-century European elite, the city has also long attracted artists. Former resident Henri Matisse is honored with a career-spanning collection of paintings at Musée Matisse. Musée Marc Chagall features some of its namesake's major ... ### Portofino, Italy *Coordinates: 44.304, 9.20777* A rugged rocky promontory, the Portofino Peninsula is the loveliest spot on the Ligurian Riviera. At its feet lies the pretty port of Portofino (Italy), which has become a seaside destination for the Italian jet-set. A rugged stairway leads to a path into the heart of the luxuriant vegetation above. ### Porto Venere *Coordinates: 44.0519, 9.83531* ### Portoferraio (The isle of Elba, Italy) *Coordinates: 42.8125, 10.3156* The island of Elba is at the heart of the Tuscan Archipelago and presents a finely chiselled profile sheltering many pristine coves. Roman churches, Medicean fortresses and memories of Napoleon blend into the picture postcard that is Portoferraio (Italy). The town is one of the oldest on the island, the Ligurians, Etruscans and Greeks having shaped its history before it became a Roman colony. Here... ### Ponza, Italy *Coordinates: 40.8945, 12.9664* Birthplace of the famous magician who seduced Ulysses, this magnificent volcanic rock at the centre of the Tyrrhenian archipelago is also known as the Island of Circe. One glimpse of Ponza’s wild terrain and you will understand why Ulysses delayed his return to Ithaca. Its rugged coastline of jagged rocks and cliffs, sculpted by the wind and the waves is riddled with caves which the Romans once us... ### Amalfi (Italy) *Coordinates: 40.6344, 14.6026* Since time immemorial, artists and travellers have fallen under the spell of these tiny villages lost amidst the orange and olive groves, the vineyards and bougainvillea. Amalfi and nearby Ravello, suspended between sea and sky, are the jewels of the Amalfi Coast. There is so much natural beauty to be admired here, including some magnificent gardens. ### Sailing in Front of Stromboli ### Lipari (Aeolian Islands, Italy) *Coordinates: 38.4937, 14.9272* Dominated by a fortified citadel, Lipari (Italy) is capital of the seven volcanic Aeolian Islands. Lipari is deservedly famous for its architectural and natural beauty as it embraces some stunning panoramas, pumice stone quarries and a “Castello” built on the ruins of an ancient Greek acropolis. ### Palermo (Sicily - Italy) *Coordinates: 38.1156, 13.3613* Palermo is the capital of the Italian island of Sicily. The 12th-century Palermo Cathedral houses royal tombs, while the huge neoclassical Teatro Massimo is known for opera performances. Also in the center are the Palazzo dei Normanni, a royal palace started in the 9th century, and the Cappella Palatina, with Byzantine mosaics. Busy markets include the central Ballarò street market and the Vucciri... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2310069 - **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/2310069 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2310069.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2310069/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/ponant/le-ponant/other/75296.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 02:18:07 UTC