11-Night Trip on Le Dumont d'Urville
Treasures of the Mediterranean Isles - Southbound
Cruise, Ocean cruise
Small Ship Cruising
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Treasures of the Mediterranean Isles - Southbound
Sail the Mediterranean to fabled islands of antiquity and romance... to turquoise seas, archipelagos, and out-of-the-way places where Jason searched for the Golden Fleece and Odysseus pursued Destiny. From the South of France to the island of Malta, enjoy world-renowned wine, local delicacies, and the cultural treasures of historic empires. Cruise on an elegant small ship to the islands of Corsica, Sicily, Elba, Sardinia, and Malta, on a 12-day odyssey to medieval towns and baroque cities – including Catania, Noto, Valletta, Siracusa, Cagliari, and Taormina – where Greeks, Romans, Phoenicians, and Carthaginians have all left their mark. Discover ancient ruins and ornate cathedrals, palaces, monasteries, hidden gardens, coastal villages, and outstanding wineries. Admire the view from Napoleon's hillside villa in Portoferraio; immerse in the breathtaking panoramas at the top of Mount Etna; explore Bonifacio, a labyrinthine citadel perched on sea-cliffs above the dramatic Corsican coast; lose yourself in the rich Baroque art of Sicily, the intimate classical charm of Ortigia, and the charming village of Aix-en-Provence. You'll also spend four nights on land, in luxury hotels in Marseilles and the island of Malta. Local guides and expert lecturers offer insights along the way, and your ship is designed to access small harbors and remote destinations where large ships can't go.
Sail the Mediterranean to fabled islands of antiquity and romance... to turquoise seas, archipelagos, and out-of-the-way places where Jason searched for the Golden Fleece and Odysseus pursued Destiny. From the South of France to the island of Malta, enjoy world-renowned wine, local delicacies, and the cultural treasures of historic empires. Cruise on an elegant small ship to the islands of Corsica, Sicily, Elba, Sardinia, and Malta, on a 12-day odyssey to medieval towns and baroque cities – including Catania, Noto, Valletta, Siracusa, Cagliari, and Taormina – where Greeks, Romans, Phoenicians, and Carthaginians have all left their mark. Discover ancient ruins and ornate cathedrals, palaces, monasteries, hidden gardens, coastal villages, and outstanding wineries. Admire the view from Napoleon's hillside villa in Portoferraio; immerse in the breathtaking panoramas at the top of Mount Etna; explore Bonifacio, a labyrinthine citadel perched on sea-cliffs above the dramatic Corsican coast; lose yourself in the rich Baroque art of Sicily, the intimate classical charm of Ortigia, and the charming village of Aix-en-Provence. You'll also spend four nights on land, in luxury hotels in Marseilles and the island of Malta. Local guides and expert lecturers offer insights along the way, and your ship is designed to access small harbors and remote destinations where large ships can't go.
11 Nights
Starting At
$11,490.00
USD
May 09, 2025 through May 20, 2025
Book by:
May 05, 2025 7:00 PM
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Itinerary Overview
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Arrive Marseille
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3
Aix En Provence & Nice / Embark your Small Ship
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4
Elba, an Island Paradise
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5
Corsica & The City of Cliffs
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6
Sardina, from the Bronze Age to the present day
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10
Malta
Day
11
Megalithic Hagar Qim
Day
12
Journey Home
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About Le Dumont d'Urville
Ship Overview
Le Dumont d'Urville
Boasting sophisticated styling, innovative “green” technology, and welcoming, attentive service, Le Dumont d'Urville is one of Ponant's new Explorer Series yachts... introducing guests to a whole new cruising experience. Le Dumont d'Urville embodies the unique atmosphere guests have come to expect – a subtle blend of refinement, intimacy and comfort.
Ship Details
Ship's Registry
France
Year Built
2018
Year Entered Service
2019
Ship Length
430 ft / 131 m
Ship Beam
59 ft / 18 m
Cruising Speed
12.5 knots
Total Capacity
184
Crew Size
110
Laundromats
Number of Decks
6
Deck Plan Details
Deck plans are not yet available
Ship Overview
Ship Overview
Le Dumont d'Urville
Boasting sophisticated styling, innovative “green” technology, and welcoming, attentive service, Le Dumont d'Urville is one of Ponant's new Explorer Series yachts... introducing guests to a whole new cruising experience. Le Dumont d'Urville embodies the unique atmosphere guests have come to expect – a subtle blend of refinement, intimacy and comfort.
Ship Details
Ship's Registry
France
Year Built
2018
Year Entered Service
2019
Ship Length
430 ft / 131 m
Ship Beam
59 ft / 18 m
Cruising Speed
12.5 knots
Total Capacity
184
Crew Size
110
Laundromats
Number of Decks
6
Deck Plan Details
Deck Plan Details
Deck plans are not yet available
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We're a company, and a family, of passionate travelers. As a family-owned travel company for almost 100 years, our values and vision remain true: always do the right thing. Deliver more than what's expected. With journeys across 7 continents, in over 100 destinations and to 70+ countries, we keep moving forward to find new ways to enhance travel experiences that will be memorable for a lifetime – and we're honored to have the trust and guest satisfaction to be named to Travel + Leisure's "World's Best" list for 25 consecutive years. We invite you to see the world as you've never seen it before.
About Tauck
![Tauck logo](/images/logos/SupplierLogo_3706.jpg)
We're a company, and a family, of passionate travelers. As a family-owned travel company for almost 100 years, our values and vision remain true: always do the right thing. Deliver more than what's expected. With journeys across 7 continents, in over 100 destinations and to 70+ countries, we keep moving forward to find new ways to enhance travel experiences that will be memorable for a lifetime – and we're honored to have the trust and guest satisfaction to be named to Travel + Leisure's "World's Best" list for 25 consecutive years. We invite you to see the world as you've never seen it before.