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Eastern Lights and Islands of the Aegean Sea Luxury Cruise

Eastern Lights and Islands of the Aegean Sea Luxury Cruise

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During the late season, as the Mediterranean shores grow peaceful once more and the light softens, the Eastern Mediterranean reveals all its authenticity. Between legendary Greek islands, sun-drenched Turkish coastlines and lands shaped by the great civilisations of Antiquity, fall under the spell of this journey through exceptional heritage in a more intimate atmosphere, far removed from the hustle and bustle of summer. During the journey, admire these spectacular landscapes featuring volcanic cliffs, immaculate villages and crystal-clear waters, with a cruise off the shores of Santorini’s caldera providing a highlight. From ancient ruins to remarkably well-preserved historic cities, each port of call bears witness to a fascinating cultural heritage, part of Mediterranean history for millennia.

Trip Name
Eastern Lights and Islands of the Aegean Sea Luxury Cruise
Days
8
Overview
Vessel Type: Luxury Length: 127 metres Passenger Capacity: 92 cabins Built: 2017/2018 Le Lapérouse is the first vessel in the PONANT Explorers series, designed to bring refined luxury to the world’s most remote destinations. With a maximum of 184 guests and 92 beautifully appointed staterooms and suites, the ship combines modern elegance with an intimate atmosphere. Expansive lounges, a theatre, and an infinity pool create inviting spaces for relaxation and connection, while panoramic windows throughout the ship ensure constant connection to the sea. Guests can embark directly from the marina platform for Zodiac excursions or water activities, blending adventure with comfort. On board, Le Lapérouse celebrates the art of French living with world-class gastronomy, serene wellness facilities, and understated sophistication in every detail. The vessel was built with advanced environmental technology, reflecting a commitment to responsible exploration and preservation of the natural world. Whether cruising through Nordic fjords, Mediterranean coastlines, or tropical archipelagos, Le Lapérouse offers an immersive travel experience where discovery, comfort, and elegance converge.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1 - Alexandria
The mythical Alexandria is a port city in the Nile Delta. Its rich history has always been the source of dreams for archaeologists, writers and artists around the world. Founded in 331 BC by Alexander the Great, the city was mainly known for its library and its monumental lighthouse. The library aimed to be a storehouse of universal knowledge, while the lighthouse was considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Both are now destroyed. Alexandria is also the place where began the legendary love story between Mark Antony and Cleopatra. For centuries, this city was one of the greatest cultural centres in the Mediterranean and its landmarks now provide a fascinating glimpse into its proud past.
Day 2 - Day 2 - At sea
During your journey at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness centre. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. This journey without a port of call will also be an opportunity to enjoy the conferences or shows proposed on board, depending on the activities offered, or to do some shopping in the boutique or to meet the PONANT photographers in their dedicated space. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship’s upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest and entertainment.
Day 3 - Day 3 - Antalya
On the Turkish Mediterranean coast, discover the seaside resort of Antalya. While the city sports magnificent fine sandy beaches, it is also known for its significant historical heritage. Many vestiges bear witness to the importance of this former Roman port, such as Hadrian's Gate, built in the year 130 in honour of the visiting emperor. In the old town, it is possible to admire magnificent Ottoman houses with flowery gardens, as well as the broken minaret, built on the ruins of a former Byzantine church. The city’s surroundings also provide an opportunity to discover major archaeological sites, such as that of the ancient city of Aspendos, renowned for its impressive Roman theatre.
Day 4 - Day 4 - Bodrum
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Day 5 - Day 5 - Rhodes
With its particularly agreeable climate, the island of Rhodes invites you to walk its pathways and discover its immaculate villages and sumptuous medieval city, a UNESCO World Heritage site. At the centre of the island the mountains are covered in forest and on the western slopes we find vineyards and crops. Rhodes also owes much of its charm and its character to the Knights of St John who reigned over the island from 1310 to 1522 and built impressive defensive walls punctuated with majestic gateways. Do not miss this delightful island with its peaceful beaches and its large walkways, perpetuating the myth of the famous Colossus, the legendary statue that is one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
Day 6 - Day 6 - Santorini
The spectacular volcanic island of Santorini stands out proud in the Cyclades. Its basalt cliffs offer particularly expansive views of the Aegean. To enjoy these views, you can head for the capital, Fira. Its floral belvederes of bougainvillea provide a bird’s-eye view of several thousand metres of coastline. Further away, the gorgeous village of Oia looks like a stairway of blue and white houses on the slopes of the volcano. In the south of the island, you will be able to visit the stunning ruins of Akrotiri, an ancient city destroyed by an eruption and covered with a thick layer of lava stone.
Day 7 - Day 6 - Sailing in the Santorini Caldera
Sailing in the waters of Santorini caldera is breathtaking. The gigantic scale of the unique setting, the majesty of the high cliffs surrounds this ancient crater that was flooded in 2000 years before Christ, is one of the highlights of the cruise. From your ship, the colourful whites, greys, reds of the volcanic rocks, the blue of the Aegean Sea and the immaculate perched villages form a unique and marvellous spectacle.
Day 8 - Day 7 - Nafplion
The engaging town of Nafplion is staggered up green hillsides of the Argolic Gulf, to the east of the Peloponnese. Do not be surprised by its extremely varied cultural heritage. Some of the must-see visits are the ancient agora on the plateau of Akronafplia, Italianate arcades in Syntagma square as well as the baroque fortress of Palamidi on a hillside of the same name. At the top of the hill, views of the gulf and the surrounding mountains are simply awesome. If you want to chill out by the water’s edge, walk along the Arvanitia promenade to a beautiful creek in the shade of cedars and cypresses.
Day 9 - Day 8 - Athens
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 taste buds. The National Archaeological museum and the Cycladic Art Museum are also some of the city’s key attractions and allow visitors to discover Athens’ cultural past.
Day 10 - Please note:
Itineraries are subject to change. 

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
24-11-202701-12-2027AUD $8,670Deluxe Stateroom
24-11-202701-12-2027AUD $9,120Prestige Stateroom Deck 4
24-11-202701-12-2027AUD $19,400Privilege Suite Deck 5
24-11-202701-12-2027AUD $19,400Privilege Suite Deck 6
24-11-202701-12-2027AUD $23,430Grand Deluxe Suite
24-11-202701-12-2027AUD $29,050Owner's Suite
24-11-202701-12-2027AUD $9,570Prestige Stateroom Deck 5
24-11-202701-12-2027AUD $10,100Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
24-11-202701-12-2027AUD $16,280Deluxe Suite Deck 6
24-11-202701-12-2027AUD $16,280Deluxe Suite Deck 4
24-11-202701-12-2027AUD $16,280Deluxe Suite Deck 3
24-11-202701-12-2027AUD $16,280Deluxe Suite Deck 5
24-11-202701-12-2027AUD $18,070Prestige Suite Deck 5
24-11-202701-12-2027AUD $18,520Prestige Suite Deck 6
01-12-202708-12-2027AUD $8,670Deluxe Stateroom
01-12-202708-12-2027AUD $9,120Prestige Stateroom Deck 4
01-12-202708-12-2027AUD $9,570Prestige Stateroom Deck 5
01-12-202708-12-2027AUD $10,100Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
01-12-202708-12-2027AUD $16,280Deluxe Suite Deck 5
01-12-202708-12-2027AUD $16,280Deluxe Suite Deck 6
01-12-202708-12-2027AUD $16,280Deluxe Suite Deck 3
01-12-202708-12-2027AUD $16,280Deluxe Suite Deck 4
01-12-202708-12-2027AUD $18,070Prestige Suite Deck 5
01-12-202708-12-2027AUD $18,520Prestige Suite Deck 6
01-12-202708-12-2027AUD $19,400Privilege Suite Deck 5
01-12-202708-12-2027AUD $19,400Privilege Suite Deck 6
01-12-202708-12-2027AUD $23,430Grand Deluxe Suite
01-12-202708-12-2027AUD $29,050Owner's Suite
22-12-202729-12-2027AUD $8,670Deluxe Stateroom
22-12-202729-12-2027AUD $9,120Prestige Stateroom Deck 4
22-12-202729-12-2027AUD $9,570Prestige Stateroom Deck 5
22-12-202729-12-2027AUD $10,100Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
22-12-202729-12-2027AUD $16,280Deluxe Suite Deck 5
22-12-202729-12-2027AUD $16,280Deluxe Suite Deck 6
22-12-202729-12-2027AUD $16,280Deluxe Suite Deck 3
22-12-202729-12-2027AUD $16,280Deluxe Suite Deck 4
22-12-202729-12-2027AUD $18,070Prestige Suite Deck 5
22-12-202729-12-2027AUD $18,520Prestige Suite Deck 6
22-12-202729-12-2027AUD $19,400Privilege Suite Deck 5
22-12-202729-12-2027AUD $19,400Privilege Suite Deck 6
22-12-202729-12-2027AUD $23,430Grand Deluxe Suite
22-12-202729-12-2027AUD $29,050Owner's Suite
29-12-202705-01-2028AUD $8,670Deluxe Stateroom
29-12-202705-01-2028AUD $9,120Prestige Stateroom Deck 4
29-12-202705-01-2028AUD $9,570Prestige Stateroom Deck 5
29-12-202705-01-2028AUD $10,100Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
29-12-202705-01-2028AUD $16,280Deluxe Suite Deck 6
29-12-202705-01-2028AUD $16,280Deluxe Suite Deck 4
29-12-202705-01-2028AUD $16,280Deluxe Suite Deck 3
29-12-202705-01-2028AUD $16,280Deluxe Suite Deck 5
29-12-202705-01-2028AUD $18,070Prestige Suite Deck 5
29-12-202705-01-2028AUD $18,520Prestige Suite Deck 6
29-12-202705-01-2028AUD $19,400Privilege Suite Deck 5
29-12-202705-01-2028AUD $19,400Privilege Suite Deck 6
29-12-202705-01-2028AUD $23,430Grand Deluxe Suite
29-12-202705-01-2028AUD $29,050Owner's Suite

Inclusions

    • Discover the Eastern Mediterranean in low season, between the Greek islands, Cretan coastlines and Turkish shores, away from the hustle and bustle of summer.
    • Explore iconic sites representing over four millennia of history, from the Minoan palaces of Crete to the island of Rhodes.
    • Landscape of the Aegean Sea, between the volcanic panoramas of Santorini during a unique cruise, the villages of the Cyclades and the Cretan coastlines.

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