From: Italy, Venice
To: Italy, Venice
Dates: 22.06.2026 - 02.07.2026
Duration: 11 Nights
Ship: LE DUMONT D'URVILLE

5th Opera Festival at Sea

During an exceptional 11-day musical cruise aboard Le Dumont d’Urville, in partnership with Radio Classique and with the artistic director Alain Duault as special guest, sail these mythical waters to discover the natural treasures and cultural gems of the Tyrrhenian and Adriatic coasts. Throughout your journey, you will benefit from an excursion included per person per port of call, to choose from a selection offered by PONANT. During this cruise, admire the charms of the mythical village of Portofino; explore Lecce, known as the Florence of Southern Italy, from Otranto; or set off from Taormina to climb the mythical Mount Etna. The diversity of experiences on offer promises you intense and varied moments (to discover the full range of excursions, go to the itinerary tab). From Venice, La Serenissima, you will sail to Ravenna. Capital of the Roman Empire in the 5th century, the city bears witness to a thousand-year-old history where Roman and Byzantine cultures mingled and which can be seen today inside the city's religious buildings through its ancient mosaics. After a stop in Ancona, you will set a course for the Puglia region and stop in Otranto. Inhabited since ancient times, the medieval town is now a very pleasant seaside resort whose history can be discovered by wandering through the narrow streets of the old town. You will then head to Taormina, overlooking Etna’s blanket of snow. Its streets will lead you to its famed ancient Greek theatre, where the quality of the acoustics is exceptional. You will then stop at Porto Santo Stefano, a town built along a hillside and surrounded by a 17th century fortress, before sailing on to Amalfi and its coast, which are magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Perched between sky and sea, Amalfi presents amazing landscapes. Your cruise will continue along the Tuscan shoreline to Livorno, a port city famous for its Renaissance fortifications. The Little Venice district, as it is known, offers a picturesque setting in which to enjoy fish and seafood. Finally, your adventure along Italy’s shoreline will continue in Portofino. Built in a natural harbour protected by a pine forest, it is a picturesque and lively port that has successfully retained its authenticity and traditions. Your cruise will end in Nice, the capital of the French Riviera.

LE DUMONT D'URVILLE

  • Guests: 184
  • Suites: 92
  • Crew: 118
  • Spa: 1
  • Restaurants: 2
  • Length: 430 ft
  • Beam: 59 ft
  • Draft: 15 ft
  • Ice class: 1C
  • Classification: Bureau Veritas
  • Flag: French
  • Decks: 5
  • Zodiacs: 9
  • Tonnage: 9 976 UMS
  • Motors: 2 X 2 000 KW
  • Power: 6 400 KW
  • Construction: Vard Sovik, Norway
Ship in Details

Cruise Itinerary

Day
Date
Location
Arrival
Departure
1
Jun 22, 2026
Italy, Venice
16:00*
18:00
2
Jun 23, 2026
Italy, Ravenna
-
-
3
Jun 24, 2026
Italy, Ancona
-
-
4
Jun 25, 2026
cruising
-
-
5
Jun 26, 2026
Italy, Otranto
-
-
6
Jun 27, 2026
Italy, Taormina
-
-
7
Jun 28, 2026
Italy, Amalfi
-
-
8
Jun 29, 2026
Italy, Porto Santo Stefano
-
-
9
Jun 30, 2026
Italy, Livorno
-
-
10
Jul 1, 2026
Italy, Portofino
-
-
11
Jul 2, 2026
Italy, Venice
-
08:00**
The itinerary is subject to change without prior notice at the discretion of the cruise line or due to operational, weather, port, or safety considerations. The cruise operator reserves the right to substitute ports, alter the order of calls, or modify the program as necessary to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers.

Cabins & Accomodations

Lower deck balcony stateroom

  • Cabin: 19 m²
  • Pax: 2
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Upper decks balcony stateroom

  • Cabin: 19 m²
  • Pax: 2
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Deluxe Suite

  • Cabin: 27 m²
  • Pax: 3
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Prestige Suite

  • Cabin: 38 m²
  • Pax: 4
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Privilege Suite

  • Cabin: 32 m²
  • Pax: 3
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Grand Suite

  • Cabin: 45 m²
  • Pax: 4
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Owner's Suite

  • Cabin: 45 m²
  • Pax: 4
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