Charming Mediterranean shores

From 10/23/2021 From Civitavecchia (Rome) Ship: LE JACQUES CARTIER to 10/30/2021 to Marseille

Board Le Jacques-Cartier for an authentic 8-day cruise to discover the wonders of the Italian and French coasts and enjoy a taste of la dolce vita.

Departing from Civitavecchia, your ship will first sail to Bonifacio, “Corsica’s Gibraltar”. A former pirates’ lair and a stunning sentinel standing atop tall limestone cliffs in the far south of the Isle of Beauty, it will reveal to you a little of its troubled past.

You will then set join Calvi in the heart of the Balagne region. Between steep peaks and sublime beaches with turquoise waters, you will experience a wild and authentic Corsica.

Next, Le Jacques-Cartier will head for Portoferraio, a small corner of paradise on the island of Elba, where Napoleon spent many days in exile, before stopping at Marina di Carrara, a seaside resort with a relaxed atmosphere, where you will be able to enjoy the long beaches.

On the Italian Riviera, Portofino, built in a natural harbour protected by a pine forest, is a picturesque and lively port that has successfully retained its authenticity and traditions. It will delight you with its charm and beauty.

The last stop on your journey, Antibes, a seaside resort on the Côte d'Azur, will delight you with its history as witnessed by the 16th century ramparts surrounding its old town and home to the Fort Carré. Its wooded peninsula, its long palm-fringed beaches and its nightlife complete this very special setting.

Your cruise will end in Marseille, the Phocean city with an age-old history, where you will be able to visit emblematic sites such as the Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica that overlooks the city. The information in this document is valid as of 10/3/2021 Charming Mediterranean shores YOUR STOPOVERS :

CIVITAVECCHIA (ROME) Embarkation 10/23/2021 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM Departure 10/23/2021 at 6:00 PM

Built on an Etruscan site, between the Tyrrhenian sea and the Monti della Tolfa, Civitavecchia respires thedolce vita. This very modern and easy going town combines art and history with panache. You can also visit superb historical sites like Fort Michelangelo or the Cathedral of Saint Francis of Assisi. Just 80 kilometres from Rome, the town is a beautiful first step to the Italian capital.

BONIFACIO, CORSICA Arrival 10/24/2021 midday Departure 10/24/2021 late afternoon

The spectacular town of Bonifacio located on the very tip of southern Corsica, clings to a narrow promontory of white rock overhanging the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean. You can admire its limestone cliffs hewn out by the wind, before setting off on a cultural tour of its cultural treasures. From the little paved streets in the ancient Haute Ville, to the promenade on the open-air medieval chemin de ronde, this stunning town will take you on a journey back in time. Frequented or secluded, there are numerous beaches to choose from, all in keeping with the high standards of the “Île de Beauté”.

CALVI, CORSICA Arrival 10/25/2021 early morning Departure 10/25/2021 late afternoon

Nestled on a rocky spur in the north-west of Corsica, the port Calvi of offers its whiteness between two sapphire- coloured bays. Capital of theBalagne region, the Genoese city benefits from an exceptional natural setting between the abrupt relief of the central chain, fertile hills and long sandy beaches. From the promontory of theNotre-Dame-de- la-Serra chapel, built in the 19th century on the ruins of a th 15 century sanctuary, you will not miss the sublime panorama of the seaside, the mountains and the Calvi citadel. A little further west, you will have the opportunity to discover with the peninsula of Revelatta, a wilder and more preserved part of Corsica.

PORTOFERRAIO, ELBA Arrival 10/26/2021 early morning Departure 10/26/2021 early afternoon

In the elbow of a creek on the northern coastline Elba of Island, a small corner of paradise awaits in the form of Portoferraio. As you approach its coastlines, you will make out the powerful and majestic contours Medici of its fortresses. Napoleon Bonaparte spent many of his 300 days in exile here. ThePalazzina dei Mulini, his first imperial residence, whose gardens offer outstanding views of the sea, is a must-see. Historical treasures are followed by another kind of treasure, namely white sand beaches, and equally tempting local specialities including gurguglione and rice with cuttlefish ink.

MARINA DI CARRARA Arrival 10/27/2021 early morning Departure 10/27/2021 late afternoon

Marina di Carrara is a seaside resort on the Tyrrhenian Coast, which enjoys a temperate climate year round. It is also the port from which the marble from the nearby Carrara quarries is exported. This extremely pure, very white and very fine-grained marble has been used for sculpture and architecture since Roman antiquity. It was used to create some of the most stunning masterpieces from the Renaissance period, such as the statue of David by Michelangelo, who would travel to Carrara to choose his own blocks. Don’t miss the visit to the fascinating marble museum and to the actual quarries, where you will be able to admire the titanic landscape shaped by the extraction of the enormous blocks of marble.

PORTOFINO Arrival 10/28/2021 early morning Departure 10/28/2021 late afternoon

Close to the Cinque Terre,Portofino is the jewel of theLigurian Riviera. This "small village that stretches like a half moon around a silent basin", described by Guy de Maupassant, is today a pretty, lively little port that has managed to preserve the authenticity of its maritime traditions, which have been recognised since Ancient times. Built in the hollow of a small natural cove sheltered by the pine forest, the village is at the heart ofprotected a maritime reserve . The shimmering colours of its house fronts and the exceptional location of this village have inspired many authors and artists. You will also see thePortofino lighthouse, immaculate in its green setting. Perched on thePunta del Capo , it watches over the peninsula and its postcard setting.

ANTIBES Arrival 10/29/2021 early morning Departure 10/29/2021 late afternoon

Under the Mediterranean sun, on the shores of the famous French Riviera, Antibes captivates and enchants travellers from around the world. The Antipolis trading post was founded by the Greeks shortly after Marseille, in the 5th century BC, but it was under the influence of the Romans that the city prospered. The expansion of the city towards the cape of Antibes began in 1860 under the Second French Empire, marking a boom in tourism. Wander through its old town, encircled by ramparts built by Vauban, and discover its cathedral, its Picasso museum and the many workshops and shops run by local craftspeople. Next, stroll along the path leading to the 16th-century Fort Carré (square fort) via the charming Vauban port, as you admire the sea and the endless horizon. Here, the Mediterranean reveals its many faces: sand and pebble beaches or small coves offer many an opportunity for a swim.

MARSEILLE Arrival 10/30/2021 early morning Disembarkation 10/30/2021 at 8:00 AM

The oldest harbour in France,Marseille is the city where PONANT has chosen to set up its company headquarters. Heart vibrating in its setting of Mediterranean Calanques, it reveals its raw and authentic beauty, made up of a thousand influences and cultures which, over the centuries, have made up its wealth. A stroll through the Old Port will allow you to discover the places corresponding to the city founded by the Greeks as well Notre-Dame-de-la-Gardeas Basilica, with its astonishing neo-Byzantine architecture, which overlooks it. Close to the quays, the Place de Lenche, which covers the ancient agora, will be perfect for a break in one of its lively cafés before melting into the maze of narrow streets with colourful houses in the Panier district, just a stone's throw away.