Ponant Cruises luxury itinerary

Le Boréal June 14-23 2027 BO140627 Cruise & Offers

Valletta (Malta) to Nice (France)

Voyage BO140627 | 10 days DatesJune 14-23 2027 Duration9 nights ShipLe Boréal

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Official PONANT route map for Italian shores and Isle of Beauty aboard Le Boréal, Voyage BO140627
Official PONANT route mapItalian shores and Isle of Beauty · Voyage BO140627Valletta (Malta) to Nice (France)

June 14, 2027 to June 23, 2027 · Voyage BO140627

Ports & shore experiences

Select a destination to review every published call date, verified timing, an original route-specific overview, and only the shore experiences PONANT associates with this exact voyage and stop.

Day 1
June 14, 2027
VallettaThe Mediterranean

Destination overview

The whole of the Maltese capital Valletta is UNESCO World Heritage listed and occupies a peninsula in the north-east of the island. From the fountain of Tritons to Saint-Elme fort, there are as many majestic streets as there are narrow staircase vennels to explore.

  • Day 1 · June 14, 2027Departure 18:30 · Embarkation: 16:00-17:00

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Day 2
June 15, 2027
Syracuse, SicilyItaly

Destination overview

Its undulating rocky coastline, the endless sandy beaches, the menacing form of Mount Etna which surveys its island like a patriarch, the flowery gardens on the hillside... Sicily lays out its varied landscapes like a shopkeeper displays his wares. The setting adds local character and a distinctive sense of place to the published itinerary.

  • Day 2 · June 15, 2027Arrival 07:00 · Departure 22:00

Verified shore experiences

  • Archaeological site & Ortygia · 4h00 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 3
  • Noto, Baroque Town · 4h00 · Published as included · UNESCO Site · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 3
Day 3
June 16, 2027
Taormina, SicilyItaly

Destination overview

Located on Sicily’s eastern coast, in the province of Messina, the seaside town of Taormina is Sicily’s Saint-Tropez, boasting heritage sites, secluded beaches and luxury shopping. You can visit its medieval centre, suspended 300 metres above sea level, where terraces offer a spectacular view of the Mediterranean Sea.

  • Day 3 · June 16, 2027Arrival 07:00 · Departure 19:00

Verified shore experiences

  • Mount Etna Drive · 4h00 · Published as included · Hiking & Adventure · Food & Wine · PONANT difficulty marker 2
  • Taormina and its Ancient Greek Theatre · 4h00 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 3
Day 4
June 17, 2027
Palermo, SicilyItaly

Destination overview

Palermo is the guardian of the Sicilian soul. Many have been attracted to this city, the largest capital of the Italian islands. Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans... Palermo is a rich culmination of so many cultural influences as seen in the Moorish designs on the cathedral, and the Byzantine.

  • Day 4 · June 17, 2027Arrival 08:00 · Departure 22:30

Verified shore experiences

  • Palermo & Monreale · 4h30 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 4
  • Cefalù · 5h15 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 2
Day 5
June 18, 2027
Sailing in front of StromboliThe Mediterranean

Destination overview

Like Ulysses during his Odyssey, you will have the opportunity to admire the Stromboli , the capricious volcano that looms over the Aeolian Islands. Its activity, uninterrupted for thousands of years, has earned it the nickname the “ Lighthouse of the Mediterranean ”.

  • Day 5 · June 18, 2027No port clock time published

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Day 5
June 18, 2027
Lipari, Aeolian IslandsItaly

Destination overview

Of the seven Aeolian islands, this is the largest and the most populated. Lying off the north coast of Sicily, in the Tyrrhenian sea, Lipari is one of UNESCO’s marvellous World Heritage sites. Its lava stone quarries and obsidian flow of Rocce Rosse are indications of its volcanic nature.

  • Day 5 · June 18, 2027Arrival 08:00 · Departure 18:00

Verified shore experiences

  • Panorama of the Aeolian Islands · 3h30 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 3
Day 6
June 19, 2027
SalernoItaly

Destination overview

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.

  • Day 6 · June 19, 2027Arrival 07:30 · Departure 18:00

Verified shore experiences

  • Paestum · 4h00 · Published as included · Must-see Sights · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 3
  • Pompeii · 4h00 · Published as included · Must-see Sights · UNESCO Site · PONANT difficulty marker 3
Day 7
June 20, 2027
GaetaItaly

Destination overview

Gaeta takes its name from the legend of the nanny of Aeneas. This illustrious relationship can be seen in the nobility of this old town, built on a peninsula, at the end of a headland. In Roman times, Gaeta was already a renowned seaside destination; it fell under Byzantine domination then became an autonomous duchy and an independent republic.

  • Day 7 · June 20, 2027Arrival 08:00 · Departure 14:00

Verified shore experiences

  • Split Mountain of Gaeta and historical centre · 4h00 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 4
  • Tiberio Villa and Sperlonga · 4h15 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 3
Day 8
June 21, 2027
Portoferraio, ElbaItaly

Destination overview

In the elbow of a creek on the northern coastline of Elba Island, a small corner of paradise awaits in the form of Portoferraio. As you approach its coastlines, you will make out the powerful and majestic contours of its Medici fortresses.

  • Day 8 · June 21, 2027Arrival 08:00 · Departure 18:00

Verified shore experiences

  • Western Elba · 4h30 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 2
  • Porto Azzurro and Napoleon's Villa · 3h45 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 4
  • Elbe, between vines and the sea · 4h00 · Food & Wine · PONANT difficulty marker 3
Day 9
June 22, 2027
Calvi, CorsicaFrance

Destination overview

Nestled on a rocky spur in the north-west of Corsica, the port of Calvi offers its whiteness between two sapphire-coloured bays. Capital of the Balagne region, the Genoese city benefits from an exceptional natural setting between the abrupt relief of the central chain, fertile hills and long sandy beaches.

  • Day 9 · June 22, 2027Arrival 08:00 · Departure 18:00

Verified shore experiences

  • Old villages of Balagna · 4h30 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 3
  • Walking tour of Calvi · 2h00 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 4
  • Snorkeling at Revellata peninsula · 2h30 · Hiking & Adventure · Swimming · PONANT difficulty marker 3
Day 10
June 23, 2027
NiceThe Mediterranean

Destination overview

Capital of the Cote d’Azur , Nice is surrounded by an amphitheatre of hills and mountains that protects it from the wind. You will probably want to explore the Promenade des Anglais, where you can sit on one of the famous blue chairs laid out opposite the baie des Anges.

  • Day 10 · June 23, 2027Arrival 07:00 · Disembarkation: 08:00

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Planning note: Times appear only when published for this sailing. Blank times remain unpublished; a source-system midnight placeholder is never treated as a genuine call time.

A closer look at this sailing

Valletta (Malta) to Nice (France) aboard Le Boréal

On June 14-23 2027, Le Boréal sails 9 nights from Valletta (Malta) to Nice (France). Italian shores and Isle of Beauty brings together Syracuse, Sicily, Taormina, Sicily, Palermo, Sicily, Sailing in front of Stromboli, creating a specific progression of ports for travelers comparing destination variety and voyage pace.

This route includes an official day-by-day schedule and published port times. The source lists 11 route entries, including embarkation, disembarkation, scenic passages, and any sea days exactly as published.

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Le Boréal | Voyage BO140627 | June 14-23, 2027 | 9 nights Valletta (Malta) to Nice (France)

Luxury cruise planning summary

Le Boréal June 14-23 2027: is Voyage BO140627 right for you?

This 10-day voyage aboard Le Boréal sails Valletta (Malta) to Nice (France), with calls including Valletta, Syracuse, Taormina, and Palermo. Voyage BO140627 matches the latest verified voyage-search dataset used by this website. Before reserving, ask Deluxe Cruises to compare accommodations, deck location, inclusions, current availability, and any family, medical, dietary, or accessibility arrangements for this exact departure.

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Questions travelers ask

Why book Le Boréal Voyage BO140627 with Deluxe Cruises?

Deluxe Cruises provides personal planning for Voyage BO140627, including accommodation and deck-location comparisons, current availability and preferred-rate guidance, and help documenting family, medical, dietary, or accessibility requests before departure.

What should travelers compare for Voyage BO140627?

For the June 14-23 2027 Valletta (Malta) to Nice (France), compare the published schedule, accommodation category and location, included services, current availability, and any special requirements before you reserve.

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What is included and not included on Le Boréal Voyage BO140627?

For the June 14-23, 2027 Valletta (Malta) to Nice (France) sailing aboard Le Boréal: PONANT, its small sailing products and the Aqua Expeditions partner vessels have materially different fare inclusions. The current verified record does not establish one complete inclusion and exclusion schedule for this vessel, so dining, beverages, equipment, laundry and personal services must follow the exact ship, voyage and booking confirmation. The exact fare and booking confirmation control.

What bed is provided for a child or third guest on Le Boréal Voyage BO140627?

For the June 14-23, 2027 Valletta (Malta) to Nice (France) sailing aboard Le Boréal: Primary-bed and occupancy arrangements differ between PONANT ships, small yachts and Aqua Expeditions vessels. The current verified record does not name a child or third-guest sleeping surface for this vessel, so no extra bed is assumed without the exact category record. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact room and occupancy before booking.

Are shore excursions included on Le Boréal Voyage BO140627, and can Deluxe Cruises help with alternatives?

For the June 14-23, 2027 Valletta (Malta) to Nice (France) sailing aboard Le Boréal: Activity availability depends on the vessel, voyage, destination and operating conditions. The current verified record does not establish that every named excursion or expedition activity is fare-included, so the exact program and booking confirmation control. If a preferred shore experience is not included, Deluxe Cruises can compare independent alternatives and check whether a lower price or better value is available than booking through the cruise line. Availability and savings vary and are confirmed before purchase.

How does Internet and Wi-Fi work aboard Le Boréal for Voyage BO140627?

For the June 14-23, 2027 Valletta (Malta) to Nice (France) sailing aboard Le Boréal: The current verified record does not establish one Wi-Fi allowance, tier or device rule across the PONANT and Aqua Expeditions fleet. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact vessel and booking entitlement. The exact booking confirmation controls.

What are Le Boréal's verified headline statistics?
264Guests
132Staterooms
145Crew
142 m / 466 ftLength
What clothes should I bring for this June itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this June itinerary

  • Pack versatile layers suited to the route and season, including a light sweater and compact wind- and water-resistant outer layer.
  • Bring comfortable, supportive, non-slip walking shoes for piers, steps, cobbled streets, and longer touring days.
  • Add sun protection, a compact umbrella, and clothing that covers shoulders and knees where local religious or cultural sites require modest dress.

PONANT EXPLORATIONS dress guidance

  • The published standard is casual elegance. A cocktail dress or similar evening attire is suggested for gala evenings.
  • PONANT also publishes white or black-and-white attire for the Officers evening. Shorts and Bermuda shorts are not accepted in the gourmet restaurant at dinner.
  • Expedition voyages require practical destination-specific layers and footwear in addition to the onboard evening wardrobe.

Packing suggestions are Deluxe Cruises editorial guidance; the cruise line's final documents and the weather forecast control the last check.

What services and amenities are available aboard Le Boréal?
  • Sisterships and PONANT Explorers generally publish lounges, bars, a spa or salon, fitness room, outdoor pool, theater and boutique; Explorers also publish the Blue Eye underwater lounge.

Venues, hours, inclusions, equipment, and operating conditions can vary by ship and sailing. Deluxe Cruises will reconfirm the details for this departure.

What fitness, sports, or wellness facilities does Le Boréal have?
  • PONANT publishes a fitness room across its main fleet except Spirit of Ponant; gentle exercise may be scheduled depending on the program.

Class schedules, age rules, treatment access, operating hours, and equipment availability are confirmed for the exact ship and voyage.

What accommodation features and services can Le Boréal guests expect?
  • Main-fleet rooms publish air conditioning, a safe, television and Diptyque bath products; Spirit of Ponant is an exception to the television statement.
  • Every accommodation on the PONANT Explorers and Le Commandant Charcot has a balcony. Most Sistership rooms have balconies, with seven Deck 3 exceptions; Le Ponant and Spirit of Ponant use different layouts.
  • Room service is published around the clock on the main fleet, with overnight exceptions on Le Ponant and Spirit of Ponant. Butler service is limited to eligible suite categories.

Review the exact room or suite number, category, deck position, layout, and benefits for Voyage BO140627 before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Le Boréal?
  • Children under one year old are not accepted.
  • On classic voyages, children age one and older may sail, with a published maximum of five children ages one through six per voyage. Kids Club is for age four and older when offered.
  • Expedition voyages generally require age six or older; Le Commandant Charcot requires age eight or older. Children must be able to board a Zodiac independently where Zodiac operations are part of the program.
  • Parents or guardians remain responsible for children; family programming is not guaranteed on every departure.
  • The current PONANT FAQ accepts pregnancy only when the guest will not be beyond the end of the third month by cruise end.
  • Pregnant guests are not accepted on expedition cruises. These unusually restrictive rules must be reconfirmed before booking.

For Voyage BO140627: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Le Boréal handle special needs, medical arrangements, and accessibility?
  • The FAQ identifies Sisterships, PONANT Explorers, m/s Paul Gauguin and Le Commandant Charcot as the fleet products designed for reduced mobility; exact accessible rooms are ship-specific.
  • A guest must be self-sufficient or travel with a capable companion. The captain may prevent a difficult landing, gangway transfer or Zodiac operation for safety.
  • A doctor and nurse are published across the main fleet, with Le Ponant instead using a nurse and telemedicine support; services and medication are charged.
  • Sisterships, PONANT Explorers, m/s Paul Gauguin and Le Commandant Charcot publish hospital facilities intended for urgent or minor treatment, not full hospital care.
  • Notify PONANT of treatment needs at reservation, complete required forms and carry an adequate supply of medication. Remote expedition evacuation can be delayed.

Important: access varies by accommodation, gangway, pier, tender, shore transport, and operating conditions. Document needs when requesting the booking and reconfirm them before travel.

What is the smoking policy aboard Le Boréal?
  • PONANT ships are non-smoking, including accommodation balconies. Smoking is limited to designated outdoor areas.

Designated locations and onboard rules can change. Follow the policy, posted signs, and crew instructions in force for the voyage.

How can I find the best cruise airfare for Le Boréal Voyage BO140627?

For flights to Valletta (Malta) before this Le Boréal cruise and home from Nice (France) after Voyage BO140627, compare schedules, fare rules, baggage allowances, connection times, and change options—not airfare alone. Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Airfare page to explore flight options designed around your cruise and potential ways to save money. Airfares and savings vary, and Deluxe Cruises will help confirm suitable travel dates and connection time before booking.

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You can also search the Deluxe Cruises Cruise-Line Travel Insurance Directory for cruise-line-specific plan companies, insurer or administrator contacts, available policy-document links, and published pre-existing-condition purchase guidance. Plan terms and availability can change; the policy or certificate issued for your state controls.

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