Escape to the Adriatic Sea

In partnership with Marseille Jazz des cinq continents and the presence of an exceptional musical line-up. To enjoy the slow passing of time on a mild summer evening, take in the intoxicating scent of the pine trees surrounding the island home of Stari Grad, or wander through the bustling streets of Dubrovnik, Ponant invites you on a brand-new 8-day cruise to (re)discover the Adriatic Sea, between culture and natural gem. The stunning city of Dubrovnik is the first leg of your journey. Its history takes form along the cobbled streets of the old town and Dalmatian traditions are revealed during...read more a trip to the Konavle Valley, reputed for its vineyards. The country's oldest city, Stari Grad, also carries echoes of the past.

Founded by the Greeks 2,400 years ago, its plain is now listed with UNESCO for having retained its original agricultural landscape of vineyards and olive groves. Hopping from one island to another, you will visit Bol and Brac Island, the proud home of the most beautiful beach in the Adriatic, Zlatni Rat, before calling at Rab. Dominated by its four emblematic bell towers and surrounded by medieval walls, it also offers an opportunity to visit secret coves and idyllic beaches in the surrounding area. Brijuni National Park is undoubtedly one of the highlights of your cruise. Ponant is taking you there for the first time, for its incredibly beautiful landscapes, ancient remains, and surprising wildlife. Just a stone's throw away, Pula, the most Roman of Croatian cities, offers a combination of rich history, reflected in its dazzling Roman amphitheatre, and wooded outskirts punctuated with beaches.

The Slovenian shores await you in Piran, a medieval town extending out into the crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic. Its architecture, influenced by five centuries under the rule of the Republic of Venice, affords it a singular charm. Your arrival in the city of the Doges marks the end of your cruise. The city that was once called the Serenissima Republica and which dominated this arm of the Mediterranean for centuries is the ideal place to round off your odyssey.