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Le Bougainville May 13-21 2027 EG130527 Cruise & Offers

Valletta (Malta) to Venice (Italy)

Voyage EG130527 | 9 days DatesMay 13-21 2027 Duration8 nights ShipLe Bougainville

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Official PONANT route map6th Opera Festival at Sea, with Benjamin Bernheim · Voyage EG130527Valletta (Malta) to Venice (Italy)

May 13, 2027 to May 21, 2027 · Voyage EG130527

Ports & shore experiences

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Day 1
May 13, 2027VallettaThe 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 · May 13, 2027Departure 18:00 · 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 2
May 14, 2027Syracuse, 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 · May 14, 2027Arrival 08:00 · Departure 17:00

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
May 15, 2027OtrantoItaly

Destination overview

Located in the Apulia region, Otranto is the easternmost transalpine town. Behind its medieval ramparts, you will taste the sweetlife of Salento, the “heel on Italy’s boot”. Inhabited since Antiquity, Otrante has today become a very pleasant seaside town. Yet its history is still visible as you meander through the little streets of its old centre.

  • Day 3 · May 15, 2027Arrival 14:00 · Departure 19:00

Verified shore experiences

  • Lecce - Florence of southern Italy · 4h00 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 3
  • Walking tour of Gallipoli, pearl of the Ionian sea · 5h00 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 3
Day 4
May 16, 2027KotorMontenegro

Destination overview

Aboard Le Ponant , you will cleave through the foam and enter the sumptuous Bay of Kotor, as the sea air leaves you with an unequalled feeling of exhilaration. The views, from your majestic yacht, are on a par with the spectacle that unfolds before your eyes.

  • Day 4 · May 16, 2027Arrival 08:45 · Departure 17:00

Verified shore experiences

  • Perast & our Lady of the Rock · 4h15 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · Hiking & Adventure · PONANT difficulty marker 2
  • Perast & mussel tasting · 3h45 · Culture & Heritage · Food & Wine · PONANT difficulty marker 2
Day 5
May 17, 2027DubrovnikCroatia

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 5 · May 17, 2027Arrival 00:01 · Departure 19:30

Verified shore experiences

  • Lokrum island Exploration · 3h00 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · Hiking & Adventure · PONANT difficulty marker 3
  • Medieval Dubrovnik · 2h00 · Published as included · UNESCO Site · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 2
Day 6
May 18, 2027Vis, Vis IslandCroatia

Destination overview

Discover the beauty of Vis on the island of the same name, an unspoilt haven that has been timidly opened to tourism since 1990, following Croatia's independence. Fall under the spell of its historical heritage, which includes Roman ruins and Venetian architecture.

  • Day 6 · May 18, 2027Arrival 07:00 · Departure 14:00

Verified shore experiences

  • Island tour & Vislander Wine Tasting · 4h00 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · Food & Wine · PONANT difficulty marker 2
  • Discovering the Military Heritage of Vis · 3h30 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 1
Day 7
May 19, 2027PiranSlovenia

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 · May 19, 2027Arrival 08:30 · Departure 21:30

Verified shore experiences

  • A walking tour of Piran · 3h00 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 3
  • A stroll and a cruise in Ljubljana · 8h00 · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 3
  • Hrastovlje & The Church of the Holy Trinity · 3h00 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 2
Day 8
May 20, 2027VeniceItaly

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 · May 20, 2027Arrival 07:30 · Disembarkation: 08:00

Verified shore experiences

  • Venetian masks and brocades · 4h00 · Unique Experience · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 3
  • The secrets of the lagoon · 2h30 · Published as included · Sightseeing · PONANT difficulty marker 1
  • Burano and Torcello · 4h30 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 3
Day 9
May 21, 2027Venice (Italy)Italy

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 9 · May 21, 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.

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 Venice (Italy) aboard Le Bougainville

On May 13-21 2027, Le Bougainville sails 8 nights from Valletta (Malta) to Venice (Italy). 6th Opera Festival at Sea, with Benjamin Bernheim brings together Syracuse, Sicily, Otranto, Kotor, Dubrovnik, 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 EG130527 | May 13-21, 2027 | 8 nights Valletta (Malta) to Venice (Italy)
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Le Bougainville May 13-21 2027: is Voyage EG130527 right for you?

This 9-day voyage aboard Le Bougainville sails Valletta (Malta) to Venice (Italy), with calls including Valletta, Syracuse, Otranto, and Kotor. Voyage EG130527 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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What should travelers compare for Voyage EG130527?

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What is included and not included on Le Bougainville Voyage EG130527?

For the May 13-21, 2027 Valletta (Malta) 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 EG130527?

For the May 13-21, 2027 Valletta (Malta) 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 EG130527, and can Deluxe Cruises help with alternatives?

For the May 13-21, 2027 Valletta (Malta) 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 EG130527?

For the May 13-21, 2027 Valletta (Malta) 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 May itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this May 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 EG130527 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 EG130527: 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 EG130527?

For flights to Valletta (Malta) before this Le Bougainville cruise and home from Venice (Italy) after Voyage EG130527, 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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