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PONANT EXPLORATIONS With two Smithsonian Journeys Experts on board, invite you to sail into antiquity, where echoes of Homer guide them through Taormina, Delphi, Delos, and Ephesus. You’ll lose yourselves in the whitewashed lanes of the Cyclades, Croatia’s medieval towns, and the trulli villages of Puglia. Along Celtic shores, myth and legend linger in the sea air. From vineyard visits to tastings across Croatia, southern Italy, and Sicily, there’s so much to savor. You will enjoy a $1,000 Shipboard Credit per stateroom or suite on all 2026 PONANT EXPLORATIONS voyages in alliance with Smithsonian Journeys with code SBC500SJ.(1)

PONANT EXPLORATIONS + Smithsonian Journeys
$1,000 Shipboard Credit
Voyages with Purpose & Perspective
 
With two Smithsonian Journeys Experts on board, invite you to sail into antiquity, where echoes of Homer guide them through Taormina, Delphi, Delos, and Ephesus. They’ll lose themselves in the whitewashed lanes of the Cyclades, Croatia’s medieval towns, and the trulli villages of Puglia. Along Celtic shores, myth and legend linger in the sea air. From vineyard visits to tastings across Croatia, southern Italy, and Sicily, there’s so much to savor.

You will enjoy a $1,000 Shipboard Credit per stateroom or suite on all 2026 PONANT EXPLORATIONS voyages in alliance with Smithsonian Journeys with code SBC500SJ.(1)

 

 

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Celtic Voyage: The Hebrides and the Irish Sea
Celtic Voyage:
The Hebrides and the Irish Sea

From London
To Glasgow

05/07/26 - 05/15/26

You will explore UNESCO World Heritage sites—from Canterbury Cathedral to the Giant’s Causeway on the Antrim Coast—as well as the UNESCO Biosphere of the Isle of Man.

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Cruising the Greek Islands of the Southern Aegean
Cruising the Greek Islands of the Southern Aegean

From Athens
To Athens

06/16/26 - 06/23/26

Invite you to sail among Greece’s Cycladic islands—from the ancient ruins of Delos to the cafés of Mykonos and the timeless charm of Amorgos, Symi, and Milos.

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Cruising the Dalmatian Coast and the Ionian Sea
Cruising the Dalmatian Coast and the Ionian Sea

From Venice
To Athens

06/18/26 - 06/25/26

You will discover six Mediterranean countries: Italy, Croatia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Montenegro, Albania, and Greece. Combine visits of historic cities with forays into the idyllic countryside.

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Cruising the Aegean: Turkey and the Greek Isles
Cruising the Aegean: Turkey and the Greek Isles

From Athens
To Istanbul

06/25/26 - 07/02/26

Invite you to step into the Homeric age of heroes—from Mycenae to Troy, explore ancient Epidaurus and Ephesus, and wander the whitewashed villages of Paros, Mykonos, and Patmos.

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Corsica and the Tuscan Archipelago by Sea
Corsica and the
Tuscan Archipelago
by Sea


From Nice
To Nice

07/18/26 - 07/26/26

From Bonifacio’s limestone cliffs to scenic drives in Corsica and Tuscan wine tastings, you will savor la dolce vita with optional activities including hiking, kayaking, and e-bike adventures.

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Ancient Wonders and Culinary Delights: Cruising Southern Italy and Sicily
Ancient Wonders and Culinary Delights: Cruising Southern Italy and Sicily

From Valletta
To Livorno

09/06/26 - 09/14/26

Invite you to sip and sail through southern Italy and Sicily, visiting vineyards and savoring regional flavors from Sicilian arancini to Neapolitan pizza and Roman pasta.

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More than 30 Voyages in Alliance with Smithsonian Journeys are Included in Our Winter Offer!
$1,000 Shipboard Credit 

This limited‑time offer applies to more than 25 immersive sailings. Guests can use their $1,000 Shipboard Credit(1) to elevate their journey even further with spa treatments, fine wines, and onboard boutique shopping.
 

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