Thursday, 15 February 2024 – PONANT has launched a selection of bespoke European Grand Voyages – sailings made of back-to-back combined itineraries offering the best of Europe to be experienced in 2025, as well as great savings of up to $3,200 per person.*

PONANT invites long-haul travelling guests from Australia and New Zealand looking at extended European stays to consider these combined itineraries designed to offer exceptional value for travellers seeking enriching and immersive journeys through Europe in 2025.

Rooted in French heritage, PONANT boasts 35 years of expertise in the region, ensuring guests are treated to expert-led, authentic, and bespoke experiences.  Each voyage offers inclusive daily shore excursions* which are led by PONANT destination experts, offering fascinating and entertaining insights into the culturally and historically rich sites at ports of call, guaranteeing a captivating experience ashore for each guest.

“PONANT's commitment to providing unique and enriching explorations goes hand in hand with our recognition of the growing interest among Australian and New Zealand clients in experiencing the magic of Europe through our unique voyages,” says Deb Corbett, General Manager of Sales and Marketing for Asia Pacific. “Our bespoke Grand Voyages are comprised of expertly combined itineraries which hold value for Australian and New Zealand travellers, who often have longer transit times to reach ports of disembarkation in Europe. These extended journeys enable them to immerse themselves in the wonders of Europe, exploring its diverse landscapes, cultures, and history amplified by PONANT's small-ship access to ports and areas that larger vessels or land travel cannot reach”.

The onboard experience is synonymous with luxury, evoking the sensation of sailing aboard a private yacht, complete with PONANT's French-inspired hospitality and boutique amenities. While guests sail the European waters they can expect world-class gastronomy at sea, with specially curated dining by Ducasse Conseil, and meals perfectly matched with wines by the onboard sommelier. With small and sustainable ships, PONANT navigates into ports inaccessible to larger cruise liners, allowing guests the freedom of disembarking directly onto the sidewalk during ports of call where they can come and go at their leisure, ensuring a rejuvenating and enriching experience on each sailing.

Discover more about PONANT's European Grand Voyages

Grand Voyage - Antalya to Venice
From 17 May to 1 June 2025
15 nights on board L'Austral
Starting from $13,310 $11,966 per person in a Deluxe Stateroom on Deck 3*
16 ports of call visiting 5 countries including Turkey, Greece, Croatia, Slovenia, and Italy.

A captivating journey to uncover Greece's ancient wonders, complemented by a stop in Turkey. Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the Mycenae ruins, Epidaurus theatre, Delos Island, and Ephesus historical sites. Experience a diverse itinerary featuring vibrant cities, cultural landmarks, and pristine beaches across the Cyclades and beyond. Sail between the Aegean, Ionian, and Adriatic Seas, discovering Greece, Croatia, Italy, and Slovenia. Enjoy included excursions at each port, carefully curated by destination experts. Explore Vieste, a picturesque new port of call in Puglia, and visit UNESCO sites such as the Acropolis of Athens and the Diocletian's Palace in Split. Traverse the iconic Corinth Canal and delve into the charm of Lecce from Otranto.

Grand Voyage - Lisbon to Antalya
From 18 April to 17 May 2025
29 nights on board L'Austral
Starting from $27,050 $23,822 per person in a Deluxe Stateroom on Deck 3*
28 ports of call visiting 7 countries including Portugal, Morocco, Spain, Italy, Malta, Greece, and Turkey.

An in-depth sailing experience in the Mediterranean to uncover the vibrant cities of the Iberian Peninsula and its rich cultural heritage including UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the tower of Belém in Lisbon, Valencia's Silk Exchange, and Antoni Gaudí's masterpieces in Barcelona. Continue through the legendary Strait of Gibraltar after a captivating stopover in Morocco. Discover geological wonders and historical treasures in Lagos, in Southern Portugal before sailing to the enchanting Balearic Islands, including Palma de Mallorca. Explore majestic landscapes and ancient sites from Barcelona to Malta via Sardinia and Sicily, including Arab-Norman Palermo and the temples of Ggantija. Dive into Sardinia's treasures in Alghero and Cagliari and immerse yourself in Sicily's lifestyle during four stops. Explore the historical sites and natural wonders of the Maltese Island of Gozo before continuing your voyage through Malta, Italy, Greece, and Turkey. Explore the captivating city of Syracuse in Sicily before crossing the Corinth Canal, connecting the Ionian and Aegean Seas.

Grand Voyage - Helsinki to Lisbon
From 13 August to 8 September 2025
26 nights on board Le Lapérouse
Starting from $27,672 $25,105 per person in a Deluxe Stateroom on Deck 3*
24 ports of call visiting 12 countries including Finland, Netherlands, UK, France, Spain, and Portugal.

A curated voyage tailored featuring engaging discussions with Smithsonian Journey's experts and included excursions at each port of call. Highlights include exclusive presentations with former Polish President Lech Wałęsa in Gdansk and visits to four UNESCO World Heritage sites along the Baltic Sea. Continue to explore iconic cities of the Hanseatic League and Flanders, with stops in charming coastal towns like Scheveningen. Cultural highlights include Amsterdam's Van Gogh Museum, Antwerp's connection to Peter Paul Rubens, and Bruges, the "Venice of the North." The cruise also explores significant sites like Mont-Saint-Michel and Santiago de Compostela, with opportunities for remembrance at Omaha Beach, a visit to the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, and tasting Porto's renowned wines.

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Explore to Inspire: explore to better understand, learn, share and protect. For 35 years, PONANT has been committed to more responsible tourism and voyages of exploration which have meaning. The French-flagged fleet comprises 13 small ships equipped with state of the art environmentally friendly equipment. With PONANT, exploration is refined, authentic and a source of inspiration. For more information www.ponant.com

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