Ponant Cruises luxury itinerary

Le Boréal September 28-October 3 2027 BO280927 Cruise & Offers

Nice (France) to Livorno (Italy)

Voyage BO280927 | 6 days DatesSeptember 28-October 3 2027 Duration5 nights ShipLe Boréal

Review An Autumn Escape: Côte d’Azur, Italian Riviera & Corsica, voyage BO280927, with its complete official schedule, accommodation guidance, and current offer assistance.

Official PONANT route map for An Autumn Escape: Côte d’Azur, Italian Riviera & Corsica aboard Le Boréal, Voyage BO280927
Official PONANT route mapAn Autumn Escape: Côte d’Azur, Italian Riviera & Corsica · Voyage BO280927Nice (France) to Livorno (Italy)

September 28, 2027 to October 3, 2027 · Voyage BO280927

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
September 28, 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 1 · September 28, 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
September 29, 2027
MentonFrance

Destination overview

City of art and history , Menton is located at the far eastern side of the Cote d’Azur. You will be won over by the Provence houses with their palms and lemon trees. Very close to the Saint-Michel-Archange basilica , take a mosey around the charming place aux Herbes, and the medieval streets that follow a sinuous plan.

  • Day 2 · September 29, 2027Arrival 00:01 · Departure 22:00

Verified shore experiences

  • Menton’s Citrus Escape · 3h00 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 1
  • Flavors & Heritage of Menton · 3h00 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 1
  • The Art of Jean Cocteau & St. Michael’s Basilica · 2h30 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 2
Day 3
September 30, 2027
PortofinoItaly

Destination overview

Portofino curves around a small Ligurian harbor lined with pastel houses, cafés and fishing boats. Paths climb through Mediterranean vegetation toward viewpoints, historic churches and Castello Brown. The village's compact waterfront and wooded headland create one of the Italian Riviera's most recognizable and elegant coastal settings.

  • Day 3 · September 30, 2027Arrival 08:30 · Departure 21:00

Verified shore experiences

  • Portofino walking tour · 2h00 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 3
  • Santa Margherita & Rapallo by private boat · 4h00 · Published as included · Sightseeing · PONANT difficulty marker 2
Day 4
October 1, 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 4 · October 1, 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 5
October 2, 2027
Bonifacio, CorsicaFrance

Destination overview

The spectacular town of Bonifacio located on the very tip of southern Corsica, clings to a narrow promontory of white rock overhanging the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean. You can admire its limestone cliffs hewn out by the wind, before setting off on a cultural tour of its cultural treasures.

  • Day 5 · October 2, 2027Arrival 08:00 · Departure 17:00

Verified shore experiences

  • Bonifacio highlights and Tasting · 3h00 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 3
  • Sartène, the oldest Corsican village · 4h30 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 3
  • Porto-Vecchio: Hidden Gems on Foot · 3h00 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 3
Day 6
October 3, 2027
LivornoItaly

Destination overview

On the ligurian coast, Livorno invites us to Tuscany , a charming region offering archaeological vestiges , Renaissance treasures, undulating landscapes and a pleasant way of life. When the Medicis arrived in the 16th century they developed the city, which became one of the most important ports in the Mediterranean.

  • Day 6 · October 3, 2027Arrival 07:00 · Disembarkation: 08:00

Verified shore experiences

  • Medieval Lucca · 4h15 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 2

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

Nice (France) to Livorno (Italy) aboard Le Boréal

On September 28-October 3 2027, Le Boréal sails 5 nights from Nice (France) to Livorno (Italy). An Autumn Escape: Côte d’Azur, Italian Riviera & Corsica brings together Menton, Portofino, Portoferraio, Elba, Bonifacio, Corsica, 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 6 route entries, including embarkation, disembarkation, scenic passages, and any sea days exactly as published.

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Le Boréal | Voyage BO280927 | September 28-October 3, 2027 | 5 nights Nice (France) to Livorno (Italy)

Luxury cruise planning summary

Le Boréal September 28-October 3 2027: is Voyage BO280927 right for you?

This 6-day voyage aboard Le Boréal sails Nice (France) to Livorno (Italy), with calls including Nice, Menton, Portofino, and Portoferraio. Voyage BO280927 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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Travelers considering a 6-day Nice (France) to Livorno (Italy) aboard Le Boréal, including Nice, Menton, Portofino, and Portoferraio.
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Questions travelers ask

Why book Le Boréal Voyage BO280927 with Deluxe Cruises?

Deluxe Cruises provides personal planning for Voyage BO280927, 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 BO280927?

For the September 28-October 3 2027 Nice (France) to Livorno (Italy), compare the published schedule, accommodation category and location, included services, current availability, and any special requirements before you reserve.

How do I request a personalized luxury cruise quote?

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What is included and not included on Le Boréal Voyage BO280927?

For the September 28-October 3, 2027 Nice (France) to Livorno (Italy) 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 BO280927?

For the September 28-October 3, 2027 Nice (France) to Livorno (Italy) 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 BO280927, and can Deluxe Cruises help with alternatives?

For the September 28-October 3, 2027 Nice (France) to Livorno (Italy) 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 BO280927?

For the September 28-October 3, 2027 Nice (France) to Livorno (Italy) 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 September itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this September 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 BO280927 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 BO280927: 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 BO280927?

For flights to Nice (France) before this Le Boréal cruise and home from Livorno (Italy) after Voyage BO280927, 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.

Where can I review cruise travel insurance information?

Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Travel Insurance page to prepare for a quote and compare optional protection with Travel Insured.

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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If Le Boréal Voyage BO280927 does not appear, recheck that the account name, date of birth, and email match PONANT's reservation. Do not create duplicate accounts; contact Deluxe Cruises so your advisor can verify the agency booking with PONANT.

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