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Discover the beauty of the Adriatic with PONANT on an exceptional 8-day cruise in Croatia and Monténégro. Aboard Le Lyrial, fall under the spell of the hidden treasures of the Dalmatian coast and its turquoise waters.
Discover five Croatian cities, known for their cultural and historic heritage and their charm.
Inclusions
- Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the lagoon of Venice, the old town of Dubrovnik and Kotor, the Diocletian’s Palace in Split.
- From Sibenik, opportunity to explore the magnificent Krka waterfalls in Croatia during an optional excursion.
- In Montenegro, sailing in the bay of Kotor and a one-day stop in the town of Kotor.
- The opportunity to (re)discover Venice, the City of the Doges before or after your cruise.
- Your on-board experience includes:
- Dining in all venues.
- Beverages (excluding premium brands)
- Mini-bar stocked with your preferences.
- WiFi throughout the ship.
- Use of the ship's water-sports toys (weather/itinerary permitting)
- 24-hour room service.
Important Terms
- * Rates quoted are in Australian dollars.
- PONANT Bonus currently available on this fare, with savings up to 20% off the cruise price. Book early to ensure the best savings.
- Prices shown are fully inclusive of taxes unless otherwise stated.
- Advertised price includes any bonus nights, special offers or discounts listed in the inclusions.
- Surcharges may apply due to demand, Christmas & New Year's Eve, school or public holidays, trade shows, special events & other unforeseen circumstances.
- Prices may be based on Dynamic Rates and as such, may fluctuate at anytime without notice, due to matters outside our control, such as adverse currency fluctuations, fuel surcharges, taxes and airfare increases, or at the property's discretion.
Departures & Rates
| Cabin Name/Category | From Price/person | |
|---|---|---|
| Superior Stateroom | $5,120 | Book Now |
| Deluxe Statereoom | $5,550 | Book Now |
| Prestige Deck 4 | $6,160 | Book Now |
| Prestige Deck 5 | $6,470 | Book Now |
| Deluxe Suite | $9,520 | Book Now |
| Prestige Deck 5 Suite | $12,870 | Book Now |
| Privilege Suite | $13,530 | Book Now |
| Suite Grand Deluxe | $15,540 | Book Now |
| Owner's Suite | $24,790 | Book Now |
*Rates are based on per person for two adults sharing. For solo travellers or single person occupancy rates, or other cabin types not listed, please contact our Travel Specialists for a quote.
Cabins
Area: 18 m²
Capacity: up to 2 passengers per cabin
Amenities:
- 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 acces wifi
Area: 27 m²
Capacity: up to 2 passengers per cabin
Amenities:
- 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 acces wifi
- Butler service
Area: 45 m²
Capacity: up to 2 passengers per cabin
Amenities:
- 108 sq.ft. private balcony
- Individually-controlled air-conditioning
- King-size bed or twin beds
- Bathtub
- 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 acces wifi
- Butler service
Area: 54 m²
Capacity: up to 4 passengers per cabin
Amenities:
- 12m² private balcony
- Individually-controlled air-conditioning
- 2 King-size bed or 2 twin beds
- Shower and bathtub
- 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
- Butler service
Area: 18 m²
Capacity: up to 2 passengers per cabin
Amenities:
- 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 acces wifi
Area: 36 m²
Capacity: up to 4 passengers per cabin
Amenities:
- 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
Area: 36 m²
Capacity: up to 2 passengers per cabin
Amenities:
- 8m² private balcony
- Individually-controlled air-conditioning
- King-size bed or twin beds
- Bathtub
- 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
- Butler service
Area: 54 m²
Capacity: up to 2 passengers per cabin
Amenities:
- The Owner’s suite is situated on Deck 6. It has been decorated by French interior designers and will provide you with a breathtakting panoramic sea view.Individually-controlled air-conditioning
- King-size bed
- or twin beds Shower
- Minibar
- Flat screen
- Satellite TV
- Desk with stationery
- 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
Area: 21 m²
Capacity: up to 3 passengers per cabin
Amenities:
- 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
Itinerary
Day 1 – Departure 5.30pm
12 August 2022
Venice
Proud and eternal, Venice has reigned on its lagoon ever since the 6th century. You may think you know this city before even setting foot here. You will inevitably fall in love with the charm of the innumerable treasures of the Serenissima: Saint Mark’s square, the basilica, Doges palace, the Grand Canal and the gondolas. Yet, secret Venice is also waiting for you to explore its little interlacing streets and canals, to ramble through its squares and to push open the doors of its churches. The city’s extraordinary heritage shouldn’t stop you from enjoying a glass of Spritz and a few tramezzini.
Day 2
13 August 2022
Korcula
Arrival early afternoon
Departure evening
This harbour town has a very special location, presiding on a spur on the north-eastern coast of the island of Korçula. The ramparts in its medieval district provide perfect vantage points over the Pelješac peninsula. To get there, you can take the monumental staircase in the Revelin Tower. Another way is to climb the steps in the shade of palm trees from the MorskaVrata (Marine portal). As you make your way through the little streets, you’ll see the bell-tower of Saint Mark’s cathedral rise above you. This landmark will help you locate the house where Marco Polo was born. The island also has some of its own famous wines like the red Plavac and the white Posip.
Day 3
14 August 2022
Sibenik to Krka Falls (optional)
Arrival early morning
Departure early morning
When your ship drops anchor across from the Croatian village of Sibenik, in the heart of Central Dalmatia, you will have the possibility of discovering the exceptional Krka Waterfalls. Krka National Park, with its eight waterfalls formed by calcium carbonate deposited by the water as it flows along the Krka river, is one of the most spectacular in Croatia. During an optional excursion, visit this lush natural site boasting an incredibly rich fauna and flora.
Day 3
14 August 2022
Split
Arrival midday
Departure evening
On the Dalmatian coast, the town of Split offers cultural visits in a seaside atmosphere. Close to the seafront shaded by palm trees, the historical centre listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, boasts a unique building: the Diocletian’s Palace. Here you will explore its galleries, courtyards with carved columns, as well as a former mausoleum converted into a church, namely Saint Domnius Cathedral. If you get peckish, stop off at a terrace in the Pjaca, the main square in the old town, where you can try a palacinka, a kind of pancake topped with melted cheese
Day 4
15 August 2022
Dubrovnik
Arrival early morning
Departure late evening
Emblem of the Dalmatian coast, Dubrovnik is magnificently positioned on a rocky spur. History is sovereign here, in this ancient city, now a listed UNESCO World Heritage site. You will perhaps be surprised by the proportions of La Placa, the central drag through the city. The sheer width of it can be explained by the fact that it straddles a former lagoon. The elegant houses along La Placa are built in the legendary travertine stone. At Pile gate, you will be greeted by the statue of the patron saint of Dubrovnik, and you can admire the coastline as you walk along the ramparts. But what’s inside Fort Saint John, adjoining the outer walls? A maritime museum and an aquarium featuring rare fish from the Adriatic.
Day 5
16 August 2022
Kotor
Arrival early morning
Departure late afternoon
Situated in one of Montenegro’s most beautiful bays, the medieval city of Kotor is a small town full of charm, truly imbued with the traditions and stories of another time. Built between the 12th and 14th centuries, this village, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has preserved many historical monuments from this epoch. During your stop, be sure to admire the impressive castle that dominates the town, and let yourself fall under the charm of its maze of small streets and intimate squares on which folk festivals featuring magnificent colourful costumes are often organised.
Day 6
17 August 2022
Hvar
Arrival early morning
Departure late afternoon
Off the coast of Split, Hvar will surprise you by its traditions that have not changed since Antiquity. The country’s oldest town, Stari Grad, is here on this Dalmatian Island. The town nestles by a cove on the north-west coast, surrounded by dry stone wall structures on the Stari Grad plains. These have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site because they were built in the time of the Ancient Greeks. From these parcels of land come wines and olive oil manufactured manually. In the upper part of town, it is possible to discover hams and cheeses made by local producers.
Day 7
18 August 2022
Rovinj
Arrival early morning
Departure evening
Rovinj is located in Istria, a region bordering Slovenia. This becomes apparent as you walk through its old cobblestoned town. There are many monuments of Venetian influence here. If you study the Balbi arch, you will see the winged lion, symbol of Venice. The bell-tower erected beside Saint Euphemia Cathedral was designed like the bell of Saint Mark in Venice. From the top of the tower, you can scan the entire historical district. To absorb its quaint atmosphere, take a walk in the ochre and sepia-coloured streets leading to bustling squares and terraces shaded by canvas awnings.
Day 8 – Disembarkation 8am
19 August 2022
Venice
Proud and eternal, Venice has reigned on its lagoon ever since the 6th century. You may think you know this city before even setting foot here. You will inevitably fall in love with the charm of the innumerable treasures of the Serenissima: Saint Mark’s Square, the Basilica, Doges Palace, the Grand Canal and the gondolas. Yet, secret Venice is also waiting for you to explore its little interlacing streets and canals, to ramble through its squares and to push open the doors of its churches. The city’s extraordinary heritage shouldn’t stop you from enjoying a glass of Spritz and a few tramezzini.
Ship Info
Le Lyrial
The fourth ship the Sisterships series for PONANT, Le Lyrial 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 122 staterooms and suites) make this a rare and innovative yacht on the cruise market.
Interior Design
Ponant have been inspired by the destinations visited and decided to create a subtle variation around a palette of blues. Ranging from the luminous delicate grey-blue of the Polar ice to splashes of the vivid turquoise blue found in Mediterranean coves, it also includes the blue light of the future pole star.
Accommodation
Elegance and flexibility of the suites and staterooms, decorated by French interior designer Jean-Philippe Nuel.
- Flexible capacity: from 112 to 122 suites & staterooms.
- Maximum configuration: 13 suites & 108 staterooms.
- Maximum number of suites configuration: 24 suites & 86 staterooms.
- Magnificent ocean views: 114 staterooms and suites with balcony
Deck plan
Length 466 ft
Beam 59 ft
Draft 15.3 ft
Cruising speed 14 knots
Ice class 1 C
Classification Bureau Veritas
Flag French
Guest decks 6
Guest capacity (double occupancy) up to 260 PAX
Normal crew size 140
Fleet of expedition Zodiac® (Mark V HD)
Gross tonnage 10 992 UMS
Electric motors 2 x 2300 KW
Installed power 7 200 KW
Construction Fincantieri-Ancône-Italy
Cruise Line
Ponant
PONANT was founded in 1988 by officers of the French Merchant Navy who launched France’s first cruise ship company. For over 30 years PONANT has combined exceptional itineraries to take their guests on cruise voyages that are simultaneously authentic and sophisticated. Their luxurious ships are smaller in stature and as such are able to visit less-frequented ports and little-known anchorages to offer immersive cruise experiences.
