Ponant Cruises luxury itinerary

Le Ponant August 18-25 2028 PO180828 Cruise & Offers

Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Palermo, Sicily (Italy)

Voyage PO180828 | 8 days DatesAugust 18-25 2028 Duration7 nights ShipLe Ponant

Review Under Sail from Puglia to Sicily, voyage PO180828, with its complete official schedule, accommodation guidance, and current offer assistance.

Official PONANT route map for Under Sail from Puglia to Sicily aboard Le Ponant, Voyage PO180828
Official PONANT route mapUnder Sail from Puglia to Sicily · Voyage PO180828Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Palermo, Sicily (Italy)

August 18, 2028 to August 25, 2028 · Voyage PO180828

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
August 18, 2028
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 1 · August 18, 2028Departure 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
August 19, 2028
MonopoliThe Mediterranean

Destination overview

Perched on the Adriatic coast in Puglia, the charming small town of Monopoli blends history and authenticity. Protected by its fortified walls along the seafront and its castle, in the shade of the cathedral’s elegant bell tower, the town is bustling with fishermen who come to repair their nets or unload the day’s catch.

  • Day 2 · August 19, 2028Arrival 12:00 · Departure 18:00

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 20, 2028
OtrantoThe Mediterranean

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 · August 20, 2028Arrival 07:00 · Departure 20:00

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 21, 2028
GallipoliThe Mediterranean

Destination overview

Gallipoli , which comes from the Greek kalle polis, meaning beautiful town, is very aptly named. Located on the heel of the boot, the town known as “the pearl of Puglia” has many attractions. The whiteness of its façades recalls its Greek origins while its architecture echoes its multiple influences.

  • Day 4 · August 21, 2028Arrival 07:00 · Departure 13:30

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 22, 2028
At sea aboard Le PonantThe Mediterranean

Destination overview

These published sea days connect the itinerary without a separate port call. Every applicable date is grouped here, and no arrival or departure time is implied when PONANT leaves it unpublished. Time aboard may include open-water views, wildlife observation, lectures and the ship's scheduled onboard program.

  • Day 5 · August 22, 2028No 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 6
August 23, 2028
Taormina, SicilyThe Mediterranean

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 6 · August 23, 2028Arrival 07:00 · Departure 19:00

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 24, 2028
Reggio di CalabriaThe Mediterranean

Destination overview

At the southern tip of the Italian boot, Reggio di Calabria guards the eastern shore of the Strait of Messina. From the lungomare , the sea front promenade, there are magnificent views over Sicily, a little over 3 km away, and Etna.

  • Day 7 · August 24, 2028Departure 14:00

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 8
August 25, 2028
Palermo, SicilyThe Mediterranean

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 8 · August 25, 2028Arrival 07:30 · 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 Palermo, Sicily (Italy) aboard Le Ponant

On August 18-25 2028, Le Ponant sails 7 nights from Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Palermo, Sicily (Italy). Under Sail from Puglia to Sicily brings together Monopoli, Otranto, Gallipoli, At sea aboard Le Ponant, 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 8 route entries, including embarkation, disembarkation, scenic passages, and any sea days exactly as published.

Personalized cruise planning with PONANT

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Le Ponant | Voyage PO180828 | August 18-25, 2028 | 7 nights Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Palermo, Sicily (Italy)

Luxury cruise planning summary

Le Ponant August 18-25 2028: is Voyage PO180828 right for you?

This 8-day voyage aboard Le Ponant sails Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Palermo, Sicily (Italy), with calls including Dubrovnik, Monopoli, Otranto, and Gallipoli. Voyage PO180828 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.

Best for
Travelers considering a 8-day Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Palermo, Sicily (Italy) aboard Le Ponant, including Dubrovnik, Monopoli, Otranto, and Gallipoli.
Why Deluxe Cruises
Personal guidance for Voyage PO180828, including accommodation, deck location, itinerary, inclusion, and special-request comparisons.
Before you book
Confirm current availability, exact itinerary details, accommodation benefits, applicable preferred-rate opportunities, and documented guest requirements.

Questions travelers ask

Why book Le Ponant Voyage PO180828 with Deluxe Cruises?

Deluxe Cruises provides personal planning for Voyage PO180828, 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 PO180828?

For the August 18-25 2028 Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Palermo, Sicily (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 PO180828 to request a personalized quote from Deluxe Cruises.

What is included and not included on Le Ponant Voyage PO180828?

For the August 18-25, 2028 Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Palermo, Sicily (Italy) sailing aboard Le Ponant: 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 Ponant Voyage PO180828?

For the August 18-25, 2028 Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Palermo, Sicily (Italy) sailing aboard Le Ponant: 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 Ponant Voyage PO180828, and can Deluxe Cruises help with alternatives?

For the August 18-25, 2028 Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Palermo, Sicily (Italy) sailing aboard Le Ponant: 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 Ponant for Voyage PO180828?

For the August 18-25, 2028 Dubrovnik (Croatia) to Palermo, Sicily (Italy) sailing aboard Le Ponant: 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 Ponant's verified headline statistics?
32Guests
16Staterooms
34Crew
88 m / 289 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 Ponant?
  • Le Ponant and Spirit of Ponant are much smaller sailing products with different facilities. Do not apply large-ship venue lists to either yacht.

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 Ponant 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 Ponant 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 PO180828 before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Le Ponant?
  • 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 PO180828: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Le Ponant handle special needs, medical arrangements, and accessibility?
  • 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.
  • Le Ponant and Spirit of Ponant are not described as reduced-mobility ships; never promise equivalent accessibility on those yachts.
  • 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 Ponant?
  • 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 Ponant Voyage PO180828?

For flights to Dubrovnik (Croatia) before this Le Ponant cruise and home from Palermo, Sicily (Italy) after Voyage PO180828, 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 Ponant Voyage PO180828 after booking with Deluxe Cruises?

Before you begin: After Deluxe Cruises confirms Le Ponant Voyage PO180828, use the guest identity and email recorded by PONANT. The current account can identify an agency booking but does not publish a manual booking-number linking field, so do not substitute a Deluxe Cruises invoice, receipt, or payment reference.

  1. Step 1 — Open My PONANT: Choose Account from PONANT's official website. Sign in with an existing email and password, or select Create account.
  2. Step 2 — Create the account: Enter title, first name, last name, date of birth, and email; complete the security challenge and submit. Marketing consent is optional.
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  4. Step 4 — Check My bookings: Open My bookings and look for Le Ponant Voyage PO180828. PONANT does not currently publish a self-service sequence for manually attaching an advisor booking.
  5. Step 5 — Review released information: Use the account for upcoming and past voyages, passenger information, documents, booking or payment status, personal preferences, wishlist, and loyalty benefits currently available.

If Le Ponant Voyage PO180828 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.

My PONANT functions can vary by market, booking status, and system availability. Deluxe Cruises remains your travel advisor for changes and assistance. Keep your password private.