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Le Bougainville August 13-20 2026 EG130826 Cruise & Offers

Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Venice (Italy)

Voyage EG130826 | 8 days DatesAugust 13-20 2026 Duration7 nights ShipLe Bougainville

Review Cities and splendours of the Adriatic, voyage EG130826, as a preserved itinerary reference with an explicit source-status note.

Source status: Archive/source review: this departure was present in the prior official snapshot but not in the current official feed. It is retained for continuity; availability is unverified and no cancellation claim is being made.

Official PONANT route map for Cities and splendours of the Adriatic aboard Le Bougainville, Voyage EG130826
Official PONANT route mapCities and splendours of the Adriatic · Voyage EG130826Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Venice (Italy)

August 13, 2026 to August 20, 2026 · Voyage EG130826

Ports & shore experiences

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Day 1
August 13, 2026
Dubrovnik (Croatia)Croatia

Destination overview

Emblem of the Dalmatian coast, Dubrovnik is magnificently positioned on a rocky spur. History is sovereign here, in this ancient city, now a listed UNESCO World Heritage site. You will perhaps be surprised by the proportions of La Placa, the central drag through the city.

  • Day 1 · August 13, 2026No 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 2
August 14, 2026
DubrovnikThe Mediterranean

Destination overview

Emblem of the Dalmatian coast, Dubrovnik is magnificently positioned on a rocky spur. History is sovereign here, in this ancient city, now a listed UNESCO World Heritage site. You will perhaps be surprised by the proportions of La Placa, the central drag through the city.

  • Day 2 · August 14, 2026Departure 22:00 · 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 3
August 15, 2026
HvarThe Mediterranean

Destination overview

Off the coast of Split, Hvar will surprise you by its traditions that have not changed since Antiquity. The country’s oldest town, Stari Grad, is here on this Dalmatian Island. The town nestles by a cove on the north-west coast, surrounded by dry stone wall structures on the Stari Grad plains.

  • Day 3 · August 15, 2026Arrival 08:00 · Departure 22:00

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 4
August 16, 2026
BolThe Mediterranean

Destination overview

Bol is a destination in the Dalmatian archipelago, best kept secret. This picturesque village is located on the southern coast of Brac Island. Its traditional architecture has unbelievable charm: little houses with white facades and red tiled roofs provide the perfect setting for laid-back meanders.

  • Day 4 · August 16, 2026Arrival 00:01 · Departure 22:30

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
August 17, 2026
RabThe Mediterranean

Destination overview

We have no doubt that the authenticity of this little island in Kvarner bay will charm you beyond belief. Dating from Adriatic Antiquity, its name means “wooded lands” in reference to the pinewoods, cypresses and cork oaks surrounding the main town.

  • Day 5 · August 17, 2026Arrival 12:00 · Departure 23:30

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 6
August 18, 2026
The Brijuni IslandsThe Mediterranean

Destination overview

The Brijuni Islands form a wooded Adriatic archipelago just off Croatia's Istrian coast. Protected as a national park, they combine Mediterranean landscapes, archaeological remains and layers of Roman, Venetian and modern history. Calm channels, stone ruins and cultivated parkland give the islands a distinctive cultural and natural character.

  • Day 6 · August 18, 2026Arrival 07:00 · Departure 12:40

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 6
August 18, 2026
PulaThe Mediterranean

Destination overview

The Pearl of the Adriatic, lying at the southern tip of the Istrian Peninsula, Pula is undoubtedly the most Roman of all Croatian towns. Some of the greatest pages in history were written here, as the breathtaking ancient remains testify.

  • Day 6 · August 18, 2026Arrival 14:10 · Departure 21:00

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 7
August 19, 2026
PiranThe Mediterranean

Destination overview

On the Slovenian coast, the picturesque town of Piran stands on a tongue of land bathed by the Adriatic. Its old town, girded by fortifications, provides a medieval atmosphere embossed with Venetian nuances. From Tartini square, you can explore a whole interweave of mysterious streets located on the hillside, leading.

  • Day 7 · August 19, 2026Arrival 05:30 · Departure 23:30

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 8
August 20, 2026
VeniceThe Mediterranean

Destination overview

Proud and eternal, Venice has reigned on its lagoon ever since the 6th century. You may think you know this city before even setting foot here. You will inevitably fall in love with the charm of the innumerable treasures of the Serenissima: Saint Mark’s square, the basilica , Doges palace, the Grand Canal and the gondolas.

  • Day 8 · August 20, 2026Arrival 08:00 · 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

Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Venice (Italy) aboard Le Bougainville

On August 13-20 2026, Le Bougainville sails 7 nights from Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Venice (Italy). Cities and splendours of the Adriatic brings together Dubrovnik, Hvar, Bol, Rab, 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 9 route entries, including embarkation, disembarkation, scenic passages, and any sea days exactly as published.

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Le Bougainville | Voyage EG130826 | August 13-20, 2026 | 7 nights Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Venice (Italy)

Luxury cruise planning summary

Le Bougainville August 13-20 2026: is Voyage EG130826 right for you?

This 8-day voyage aboard Le Bougainville sails Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Venice (Italy), with calls including Dubrovnik, Hvar, Bol, and Rab. Voyage EG130826 is preserved locally but was not found in the latest verified voyage-search dataset, so current availability must be reconfirmed. 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 8-day Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Venice (Italy) aboard Le Bougainville, including Dubrovnik, Hvar, Bol, and Rab.
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Questions travelers ask

Why book Le Bougainville Voyage EG130826 with Deluxe Cruises?

Deluxe Cruises provides personal planning for Voyage EG130826, 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 EG130826?

For the August 13-20 2026 Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Venice (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?

Email info@deluxecruises.com, call +1-702-501-7105, or use WhatsApp +1-702-900-9975 and mention Voyage EG130826 to request a personalized quote from Deluxe Cruises.

What is included and not included on Le Bougainville Voyage EG130826?

For the August 13-20 2026 Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Venice (Italy) sailing aboard Le Bougainville: 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 Bougainville Voyage EG130826?

For the August 13-20 2026 Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Venice (Italy) sailing aboard Le Bougainville: 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 Bougainville Voyage EG130826, and can Deluxe Cruises help with alternatives?

For the August 13-20 2026 Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Venice (Italy) sailing aboard Le Bougainville: 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 Bougainville for Voyage EG130826?

For the August 13-20 2026 Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Venice (Italy) sailing aboard Le Bougainville: 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 Bougainville's verified headline statistics?
184Guests
92Staterooms
118Crew
131 m / 430 ftLength
What clothes should I bring for this August itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this August 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 Bougainville?
  • 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 Bougainville 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 Bougainville 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 EG130826 before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Le Bougainville?
  • 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 EG130826: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Le Bougainville 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 Bougainville?
  • 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 Bougainville Voyage EG130826?

For flights to Dubrovnik (Croatia) before this Le Bougainville cruise and home from Venice (Italy) after Voyage EG130826, 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.

How do I create a My PONANT account and connect Le Bougainville Voyage EG130826 after booking with Deluxe Cruises?

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