A new cruise offering from Smithsonian Journeys and PONANT 

Set sail from Malta to voyage all the way around Sicily, encountering captivating towns from Palermo to Taormina, simmering volcanoes, and important Greco-Roman archaeological sites from Agrigento to Syracuse.

Starting at: $7,890 Make a Reservation Ask Us A Question or Call 855-330-1542
 The Greek temple of Segesta
The Greek temple of Segesta
 Valletta harbor, Malta
Valletta harbor, Malta
 Harbor scene in Valletta, Malta
Harbor scene in Valletta, Malta
 Temple of Concord, Agrigento, Sicily
Temple of Concord, Agrigento, Sicily
 View from Erice
View from Erice
 Church in Erice
Church in Erice
 Church interior, Erice
Church interior, Erice
 View of Palermo from the water
View of Palermo from the water
 Palermo Cathedral
Palermo Cathedral
 The Palatine Chapel, Palermo
The Palatine Chapel, Palermo
 The renowned cathedral at Monreale
The renowned cathedral at Monreale
 Stromboli island
Stromboli island
 View of the bay and Mt. Etna from Taormina
View of the bay and Mt. Etna from Taormina
 San Giuseppe church on the square Piazza IX Aprile, Taormina
San Giuseppe church on the square Piazza IX Aprile, Taormina
 The Greek theater of Taormina with Mt. Etna in the background
The Greek theater of Taormina with Mt. Etna in the background
 The Old Town of Ortygia in Syracuse
The Old Town of Ortygia in Syracuse
 The baroque cathedral of Ortygia, Syracuse
The baroque cathedral of Ortygia, Syracuse
 Piazza near cathedral on Ortygia
Piazza near cathedral on Ortygia
 The Greco-Roman Theater at Syracuse
The Greco-Roman Theater at Syracuse

A Circumnavigation of Sicily

Round-trip from Malta aboard the 184-guest Le Bougainville

9 days from $7,890

A new cruise offering from Smithsonian Journeys and PONANT 

Set sail from Malta to voyage all the way around Sicily, encountering captivating towns from Palermo to Taormina, simmering volcanoes, and important Greco-Roman archaeological sites from Agrigento to Syracuse.

or Call 855-330-1542

Ship

Le Bougainville

Spacious, Ocean-view Suites and Staterooms
Each of the 92 elegant suites and staterooms features a private balcony, while Grand Deluxe Suites have a bay window and spacious private terrace. The deluxe, air-conditioned staterooms and suites (up to 484 square feet) have two twin beds that convert to one queen-size bed. Each cabin has a private bathroom with shower (bathtub in a limited number of staterooms) and the luxurious amenities of a fine hotel, including individual climate control, satellite flat-screen television, wireless Internet access, safe, minibar, full-length closet, writing desk/dressing table, and plush robes.

Chic and Casual Dining
International and regional cuisine is served in the stylish, spacious indoor-outdoor restaurant in a single, unassigned seating; at the casual pool deck grill; or from 24-hour room service. Continental and buffet breakfast, buffet lunch, afternoon tea, and a four-course dinner are served daily. Wine is served at your table during lunch and dinner and complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are included throughout the cruise.

Spacious Public Areas, Intimate Atmosphere, and World-Class Service
The warm and inviting public areas accommodate all passengers comfortably. Enjoy sweeping views from the Observation Lounge and Main Lounge, both of which open to the outdoors, and lectures, cultural performances, or film screenings in the state-of-the-art theater. For your convenience, Wi-Fi is available throughout the ship.

The ship also features the first luxury underwater observatory, the Blue Eye, a multisensory underwater observation lounge that incorporates decor and technology to immerse you in the beauty of the ocean's ecosystem. Here, you can observe fascinating marine life through the large subaquatic windows while digital screens and the specially designed global listening system relay the sights and sounds beneath the ocean surface. 

Other amenities aboard ship are a Sun Deck, swimming pool, beauty salon, spa and sauna, fitness room, and two elevators. In addition, there is a three-level marina platform with complimentary kayaking and snorkeling equipment, as well as 10 easily accessible Zodiacs. 

The highly trained, English-speaking international crew are personable and attentive, and the ship has an infirmary staffed with a doctor and nurse.

Respect for the Environment
The newest additions to a fleet that has been awarded the prestigious "Clean Ship" designation, a rarity among ocean-cruising vessels, these expedition ships are designed with energy efficient, advanced eco-friendly features that protect fragile marine ecosystems while providing a safe and comfortable voyage. 

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