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8-Night Mediterranean
Le Boreal
Ponant
Offer: Save up to 30% on select sailings
Booking Window: Now - 12/31/25
Applicable Sailings: Percentages of savings up to 30% depend on date of booking.
Terms & Conditions: Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability, and subject to change at any time. The category of stateroom to which this price applies may no longer be available. Published fares are inclusive of up to 30% savings.
About The Cruise
Like her sisterships, Le Boréal embodies the subtle alliance between luxury, intimacy and wellbeing which is PONANT’s signature. The elegance of her exterior and interior lines and her intimate size (only 132 staterooms and suites) make this a rare and innovative yacht on the cruise market.
Superior materials, discreet elegance and a tasteful décor combined? with exterior and interior lines to reflect a nautical mood, subtly revisited. onboard, soothing neutral tones are enlivened by splashes of red, their signature theme linking tradition? and innovation to create personal touches in the spirit of a “private yacht”.
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Port
Arrive
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Thursday, 7/2/26
About Istanbul
Istanbul is not only where Europe meets Asia; it's where history, built upon empire after empire, meets modern-day commercialism. Explore Old Istanbul's mosques, hippodromes and opulent palaces. Discover remnants of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires. Test your bargaining savvy with the merchants at the Grand Bazaar and visit the awe-inspiring Ayasofya (Church of Holy Wisdom). Istanbul is the perfect place to step far back in time and admire incredible cultural accomplishments. Don't forget your camera!
Istanbul Attractions
Journey to Istanbul's Sultanahmet neighborhood to experience the astounding Ayasofya (also know as the Church of Holy Wisdom or the Hagia Sophia), an incredible example of Byzantine architecture. The original cathedral was completed in A.D. 537, using columns and marble from other temples around the empire. Earthquakes, crusaders and successive rulers have all left their mark on the Ayasofya. The original mosaics, which were once plastered over, have been gloriously restored. Simply put, this is a sight you will always remember.
Istanbul Activities
Equally affecting is the Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmet Camii), a grand, bulbous monument to Islam. With 260 stained glass windows, six minarets and liberal use of decorative tile, the Blue Mosque is an amazing visual adventure.
Take a tour of Dolmabahçe Palace and see how the sultans of the Ottoman Empire lived.
The Holy Isle of Patmos, one of the smaller Dodecanese Islands, occupies a narrow strip of land with numerous rocky hills and scant vegetation. The interior is sparsely populated with mostly shepherds and fishermen. In contrast, the waterfront areas see plenty of tourists during the summer months.
There are only two main villages, Chora and Scala; whitewashed houses face Scala harbor or are scattered over the hillsides. The island's mild, healthy climate, year-round sunshine, delightful coves and numerous chapels combine to form a picture of unique beauty.
Patmos Attractions
Exploration of the island should include a trip from the port town of Scala to the island’s tiny capital, Chora, a visit to the Cave of St. John and to the stunning fortress-monastery that dominates the town of Chora. Scala, built around the harbor, is where most of the island's social and economic life is concentrated.
Patmos Activities
Chora, the island's historic capital, boasts more than 20 churches and monasteries. Its most notable attraction is the fortress-like Monastery of St. John. Chora can be reached via a 20-minute drive on a winding, uphill road.
Although an adventurous climb, the sunsets from atop Mt Profitis Ilias cast a spectacular glow worth the effort.
The island's best beaches include Psili Ammos, Kambos, Lambi and Cribos. To reach them requires taxi transportation.
Symi may be popular with day visitors from Rhodes, but travelers staying longer will fall in love with this lovely picture postcard island. You’ll arrive by boat at the port of Yialos, and discover that no modern construction has been allowed to spoil the tiny town’s original charm nor the panorama of its neoclassical red-roofed houses that climb steeply up the horseshoe-shaped island. You’ll certainly want to visit the 18th century monastery of Panormitis, or take little boats to Symi’s best beaches
Amorgos is the easternmost island of the Greek Cyclades island group, and that lying closest to the neighboring Dodecanese island group. Due to the position of Amorgos across from ancient beaches of Ionian towns, such as Militos, Alikarnassos and Ephesos, it became one of the first places from which the Ionians passed through to the Cyclades Islands and onto mainland Greece. The existence of three independent cities with autonomous constitution and the same currency, which have been preserved to this day, the size and artistic works of the walls surrounding the city of Arkesini, the ancient towers to which skeletons were raised to this day all over the island, the ancient tombs, the stone tools, the inscriptions, the vases and other antiquities are all powerful proof of the size of the ancient civilisation of Amorgos.
Unbeknown to many, the island of Paros is a popular summer destination. The charm of the island with its beautiful coastline, sandy beaches, terraced interior hills and several lovely villages and towns keeps attracting more and more visitors each year.
Piraeus is the port of Athens. Serving as the gateway to the past and civilization as we know it, Athens is far more than the Acropolis. Nowhere on earth are mans past accomplishments more dramatically displayed as a backdrop to a modern metropolis. Spend time exploring ancient ruins, viewing incalculable treasures or just relax as another day evolves in the cradle of civilization.
Athens (Piraeus) Attractions
No visit to Athens would be complete without a visit to the Acropolis. There you'll find the Parthenon, the largest building in the Acropolis and one of the world's most awe-inspiring sights. It was built as a temple to Athena and is still a remarkable structure today.
Athens (Piraeus) Activities
Visit Plaka, the old neighborhood of Athens. Explore the narrow streets and alleys, single-story houses, neoclassical villas, taverns and many tourist shops.
Experience the traditional flea market of Monastiraki, the neighborhood next to Plaka.
Explore the National Archaeological Museum, home to a formidable collection of the world's antiquities.
Pay a visit to ancient Agora, ancient site of the religious and political heart of Athens.
The Archaeological Museum is known to have the finest collection of Greek art in the world. Exhibits include the sensational finds from the excavations at Mycenae and the remarkably well preserved frescoes from a 3,000-year-old civilization discovered at Akrotiri on the island of Santorini. There are also classical statuary, pottery, stone carvings and jewelry from excavations throughout Greece.
The Benaki Museum has recently undergone thorough modernization. Its three floors house more than 30,000 items, all illustrating the character of the Greek world.
Located near Kolonaki, the Goulandris Museum features a fantastic collection of Cycladic and ancient art spanning 5,000 years. The exhibits were assembled by ship owner Nikolaos P. Goulandris. Its treasures include many of the slim marble figurines that fascinated artists like Picasso and Modigliani.
Mount Lycabettus, Athens' highest hill, is only a 10-minute walk from Syntagma Square. It borders the fashionable Kolonaki residential area. A steeply inclined funicular climbs to the summit, which is crowned by a small, white chapel. Pollution permitting, the view from Mount Lycabettus is the finest in Athens.
Plaka stretches east from the Agora, this lovely quarter, with winding alleys, neo-classical buildings, whitewashed, bougainvillea-framed houses and tiny churches, is worth your exploration.
Agios Eleftherios is a 12th-century Byzantine church and Athens' former cathedral is known for the fanciful figures and zodiac signs that adorn its walls.
Like her sisterships, Le Boréal embodies the subtle alliance between luxury, intimacy and wellbeing which is PONANT’s signature. The elegance of her exterior and interior lines and her intimate size (only 132 staterooms and suites) make this a rare and innovative yacht on the cruise market.
Superior materials, discreet elegance and a tasteful décor combined? with exterior and interior lines to reflect a nautical mood, subtly revisited. onboard, soothing neutral tones are enlivened by splashes of red, their signature theme linking tradition? and innovation to create personal touches in the spirit of a “private yacht”.
Luxury Suites feature a bedroom with a king-size bed or twin beds, a TV, and a dressing with table and hairdryer. The living room has sofa, minibar, flat screen TV, iPod players, desk with stationery, and a satellite direct line telephone. There are two bathrooms, one with a bath, the other with a shower, each feature French bath products and bath robes.
Butler service is provided for passengers staying in suites, offering a tailor-made and trouble-free cruise. Attentive and discreet, the Butler will be a main point of contact, providing personalised daily service and meeting all desires efficiently and discreetly.
The suite also benefits from individually-controlled air-conditioning, 24h room service, WiFi and a 86 Sq. ft Balcony.
Capacity :up to 2 passengers per cabin
Situated on Deck 6
Decorated by French designers
Breathtakting panoramic sea view
Individually-controlled air-conditioning
King-size bed or twin beds
Bathtub and shower
Minibar
Flat screen
Satellite TV
Desk with stationery
Ipod™ players
Video on demand
Safe
Hairdryer
Bath robes
Satellite direct line telephone
110/220 volts outlet
French bath products
24hr room service
Butler service
Internet acces wifi
1 private transfer (round trip): Airport - Hotel - Port
1 free hour of Spa treatments
Capacity :up to 2 passengers per cabin
Private balcony
Individually-controlled air-conditioning
King-size bed or twin beds
Shower
Minibar
Flat screen
Satellite TV
Desk with stationery
Ipod™ players
Video on demand
Safe
Hairdryer
Bath robes
Satellite direct line telephone
110/220 volts outlet
French bath products
24hr room service
Internet access wifi.
Capacity :up to 4 passengers per cabin
8m² private balcony
Individually-controlled air-conditioning
King-size bed or twin beds
Shower
Minibar
Flat screen
Satellite TV
Desk with stationery
Ipod™ players
Video on demand
Safe
Hairdryer
Bath robes
Satellite direct line telephone
110/220 volts outlet
French bath products
24hr room service
Internet access wifi.
8 superior staterooms of 226 sq.ft. located on Le Champollion Deck.
Individually-controlled air-conditioning
Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds
Shower
Minibar
Flat screen satellite TV
Desk with stationery
DVD, CD and Ipod™ players
Video on demand
Safe
Hairdryer
Bath robes
Satellite direct line telephone
110/220 volts outlet
French bath products
24hr room service
Internet acces wifi
Capacity :up to 3 passengers per cabin
Individually-controlled air-conditioning
King-size bed or twin beds
Shower
Minibar
Flat screen
Satellite TV
Desk with stationery
Ipod™ players
Video on demand
Safe
Hairdryer
Bath robes
Satellite direct line telephone
110/220 volts outlet
French bath products
24hr room service
Internet access wifi.
Le Paris Deck
Le France Deck
Le Normandie Deck
Le Lafayette Deck
Le Champollion Deck
Le Liberte Deck
Deck 2
Deck 3
Deck 4
Deck 5
Deck 6
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Departure Port:
Istanbul
Sailing Date:
Thursday, 07/02/26
Return Date:
Friday, 07/10/26
Nights:
8
Ship:
Le Boreal
Cruise Line:
Ponant
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Istanbul is not only where Europe meets Asia; it's where history, built upon empire after empire, meets modern-day commercialism. Explore Old Istanbul's mosques, hippodromes and opulent palaces. Discover remnants of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires. Test your bargaining savvy with the merchants at the Grand Bazaar and visit the awe-inspiring Ayasofya (Church of Holy Wisdom). Istanbul is the perfect place to step far back in time and admire incredible cultural accomplishments. Don't forget your camera! 
Amorgos is the easternmost island of the Greek Cyclades island group, and that lying closest to the neighboring Dodecanese island group. Due to the position of Amorgos across from ancient beaches of Ionian towns, such as Militos, Alikarnassos and Ephesos, it became one of the first places from which the Ionians passed through to the Cyclades Islands and onto mainland Greece. The existence of three independent cities with autonomous constitution and the same currency, which have been preserved to this day, the size and artistic works of the walls surrounding the city of Arkesini, the ancient towers to which skeletons were raised to this day all over the island, the ancient tombs, the stone tools, the inscriptions, the vases and other antiquities are all powerful proof of the size of the ancient civilisation of Amorgos. 
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