Natural Wonders and Cultural Jewels of Dalmatia

Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your transfer day time between Venice airport to Venice port.

Venice

Meet at Venice airport in the Arrival hall. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT. Your luggage will be taken directly to the ship by coach.

You will depart the airport for a short distance to the airport dock where you will embark on a private water taxi for a one-hour panoramic transfer to the pier. You will appreciate the beauty and the charm of the ride passing by the islands of Murano and San Michele, and along the Fondamente Nuove via the Canale della Giudecca.

Upon arrival at at Cornoldi pier on Riva degli Schiavoni (10 min of walking from St. Mark's Square), you will enjoy time at leisure.

Then your transfer will continue until the pier to embark on your ship.

Your programme includes:

·        Transfer by a private water taxi as mentioned in the programme.

·        Services of a local English-speaking guide during the transfer.

·        Separate transfer by coach for the luggage.

Your programme does not include:

·        The lunch.

·        Tips for the driver and local guide.

·        Personal expenses.

·        Other services not mentioned in the programme.

Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel advisor; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
In the event of schedule changes of PONANT’s selected flight, your programme will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised programme will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final programme will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.

Step ashore in Venice, where time flows like water through the city's labyrinth of canals, bridges, and piazzas. Before embarking on your cruise, immerse yourself in the artistic grandeur, historical depth, and artisan soul of La Serenissima.

Day 1 – Venice, Italy

Upon arrival at Venice Marco Polo International Airport, you will be greeted by our local representative (for guests arriving on PONANT-selected flights or those who have shared their flight details with their travel advisor in advance). You will be transferred to your hotel, Palazzo San Lorenzo 4*, located in the heart of the city. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to relax or explore the surroundings.

Dinner at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 – Venice

After breakfast, meet your local guide for a half-day walking tour of Venice’s most iconic landmarks.

Begin in St. Mark’s Square, the city’s grand central salon bordered by elegant arcades, the Clock Tower, Bell Tower, and the Procuratie. Continue with an in-depth guided visit of the Doge’s Palace, a majestic Gothic masterpiece of pink Verona marble and white Istrian stone that once housed the powerful rulers of the Venetian Republic. Next, enter the opulent St. Mark’s Basilica, a crowning jewel of Byzantine architecture famed for its golden mosaics and rich history dating back to the 9th century. Lunch, afternoon and evening at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3 – Venice | Embarkation

After breakfast and check-out, enjoy a morning dedicated to Venetian craftsmanship. Accompanied by your guide, you will visit a traditional mask-making workshop, one of the city’s oldest artisan ateliers. Learn about the history and symbolism of Carnival masks, and discover the time-honored techniques of papier-mâché, decoration, and design. Then, experience Venice from its most iconic perspective: on a gondola ride along the Grand Canal and through lesser-known waterways. Enjoy lunch in a local trattoria, before transferring by private water taxi to the pier for embarkation aboard your ship.

Your Hotel – Palazzo San Lorenzo 4*

Nestled in the Castello district near St. Mark’s Square, this elegant boutique hotel blends traditional charm with contemporary comfort. With its refined décor and proximity to Venice’s landmarks, it offers a serene retreat in the heart of the city.

Your program includes:

•        2 nights at Palazzo San Lorenzo (or similar 4-star hotel)

•        Transfers and luggage handling as mentioned in the itinerary

•        Welcome by a local PONANT representative

•        Breakfast on Days 2 and 3

•        Guided walking tour and entrance fees to St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace

•        Guided mask-making workshop and gondola ride

•        Lunch at a local restaurant on Day 3

•        Services of a local English-speaking guide

•        Gratuities for drivers and guides

Your program does not include:

•        Meals not mentioned

•        Personal expenses

•        Additional nights and early check-in / late check-out (available on request)

•        Transfers for arrivals outside the scheduled program dates

Please note:

•        This program involves extended walking on uneven surfaces and is not suitable for guests with limited mobility.

•        The official currency is the Euro; major credit cards are widely accepted.

•        This pre-cruise program is a package; no refunds will be issued for unused services.

•        Program is subject to change based on local conditions.

Hotel contact information:

Palazzo San Lorenzo 4*

Fondamenta de l'Osmarin, 4981/B

30122 Venezia VE, Italy

Telephone : +39 041 4583620

Kindly note that a minimum number of participants is required for this trip to proceed. As a result, both the price and itinerary may be adjusted based on the final number of participants. Should the minimum number not be met, we will offer you an alternative arrangement.

Dubrovnik

After disembarkation formalities, you will head towards the historic center of Dubrovnik, where your guide will share with you the fascinating history of the Pearl of the Adriatic. During this walking tour, you will have the opportunity to explore the Rector’s Palace, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks.

You will then continue by coach to Cavtat. Some free time will be provided for you to stroll at your own pace, make your last souvenir purchases, or simply relax in local bars and restaurants should you wish to enjoy a meal.

Finally, you will be transferred to Dubrovnik airport for the check-in formalities of your flight selected by PONANT.

Your program includes:

·        Coach transfers.

·        The services of a French-speaking assistant.

·        Entrance fee to the Rector’s Palace.

Your program does not include:

·        Personal expenses.

·        Any other services not mentioned in the program.

·        Gratuities for guides and drivers.

For details of your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel advisor or refer to the electronic ticket included in your travel documents. In the event of a change to the flight schedule selected by PONANT, your program will be adjusted to ensure the most enjoyable experience. If applicable, you will be able to access the updated program content on the PONANT website in your My Ponant account, as well as on the PONANT app. The finalized program will also be provided in your travel documents.

 

Day 1 – Dubrovnik

Disembarkation formalities at the end of your Ponant cruise.

Option 1: (available at an extra charge) You will leave the port with your guide for a walking tour of Dubrovnik’s historic center, including access to the Dominican Monastery. You will then take the cable car up to the heights overlooking the city before returning down to a local restaurant for lunch.

Option 2 : (available at an extra charge) You will leave the port with your guide for a transfer to Župa Dubrovacka, where a more unusual experience awaits. Discover the surroundings of the city from higher ground and along lesser-known paths on a quad bike. This guided adventure will show you a different side of Croatia. You will then head to Konavle to enjoy lunch in a local restaurant.

You will then be escorted to the hotel following your optional excursion or after disembarkation. 

Check-in to your room at 03:00 pm.

In the evening, you will be escorted to a local restaurant to enjoy dinner in the heart of the Pearl of the Adriatic. After dinner, transfer back to the hotel.

Overnight at the hotel.

 

Day 2 – Dubrovnik

Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer of approximately 30 minutes from the hotel to Dubrovnik airport according to your selected return flight with PONANT or any other chosen return flight, provided that the details have been communicated beforehand to your travel advisor.
Rooms must be vacated by 10:00 a.m. If your flight departs later in the day, the rest of the day, lunch, and dinner will be at leisure.

Your hotel:

The City Hotel Dubrovnik 4* welcomes you halfway between the Gruž and Lapad districts, less than 1 km from Bellevue Beach. Its privileged location and carefully equipped rooms offer a contemporary design.
Superior category rooms are also available depending on availability and at an additional cost. Please contact your travel agent for more details.

 

Your program includes:

·        1 night in a Classic Room at the City Hotel Dubrovnik 4* (local standards) or similar, with breakfast included.

·        Meals mentioned in the program.

·        Drinks during meals (mineral water + 1 glass of wine or 1 local beer or 1 soft drink + 1 coffee or tea).

·        Transfers, guided visits, and entrance fees to the monuments mentioned in the program.

·        Services of a French-speaking local guide.

Your program does not include:

·        Meals not mentioned or noted as “at leisure” in the program.

·        Personal expenses.

·        Visa fees, if applicable.

·        Tips for the guide and driver.

·        Any other services not mentioned in the program.

·        Transfers or activities listed as “optional” are at an additional cost

Please note:

·        If you have booked your flights independently, in order to reserve your transfer from the hotel to the airport, it is essential that your departure flight details be communicated to your travel advisor no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise.

·        Early check-in and/or late check-out of the room are possible upon request, at an additional cost and subject to availability.

·        This program is not suitable for persons with reduced mobility or those in a wheelchair.

Contact details of your hotel:

City Hotel Dubrovnik 4*
4 Hrvatskog Crvenog Kriza, 20000 Dubrovnik, Croatia
Tel: +385 20 301 800

 

Durations and the order of visits are given as an indication and are subject to change.