Gastronomy, Vineyards & Grands Crus on Le Bellot
From Bordeaux to Lisbon, PONANT invites you on a cruise along the shores of the Atlantic to discover the French, Spanish and Portuguese coasts. Enjoy a different experience of the Atlantic Ocean during an 11-day trip aboard Le Bellot.
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, follow the Médoc region’s famous "Route des Châteaux" from Pauillac, admire iconic works of art at the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao or hike the final kilometres of the Camino de Santiago (the Way of St. James) from Vigo. The diversity of experiences on offer promises you intense and varied moments (to discover the full range of excursions, go to the itinerary tab). The diversity of experiences on offer promises you intense and varied moments (to discover the full range of excursions, go to the itinerary tab).
Setting sail from Lisbon, the seven-hilled Portuguese capital, you will chart a course for the port of Leixoes, from where you will reach the city of Porto. Capital of the northern region of Portugal, this ‘city of granite, the centre of which is a UNESCO World Heritage site, is renowned for its wine.
Your journey will continue to Galicia and the city of Vigo, the biggest fishing port in Spain. Not far from here, Santiago de Compostela awaits you. This unmissable pilgrimage destination is home to a number of monuments from the Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque periods, testimony to its illustrious past.
Le Bellot will then head for the capital of the Spanish Basque Country, Bilbao. Between daring architecture and the continuation of its ancestral traditions, you will be able to enjoy the city’s unique energy.
Your ship will then set a course for San Sebastian. In the heart of the Spanish Basque Country, you will fall in love with this city’s shell-shaped bay, its opulent buildings and its narrow little streets. You will conclude your exploration of Basque Country on the French side with a stay in the city of Saint-Jean-de-Luz, before reaching the beautiful fortified town of Talmont-sur-Gironde.
During your last call in Pauillac, you will have the opportunity to make several visits and wine tastings at some very beautiful wine estates in the Saint-Estephe, Margaux, and Pauillac appellations.
Your cruise will end in Bordeaux, the wine capital of the world.
- Culinary and Cooking
- Luxury
PONANT is the World Leader in Luxury Expeditions with ultra-modern, intimate ships, offering attentive service and well-designed itineraries that touch all corners of the globe. Every cruise is a blend of adventure, exploration, and discovery—all experienced in luxurious comfort, even in the heart of extreme landscapes.
Why cruise with PONANT?
• 12 luxury small ships, able to easily navigate small waterways and visit remote destinations not accessible by large cruise ships.
• Le Commandant Charcot, the world’s first luxury hybrid-electric polar exploration yacht, sails further into the polar regions (including the Geographic North Pole).
• The youngest expedition fleet afloat.
• The leader in luxury polar expeditions for over 20 years and cultural cruising for over 30 years.
• Over 400 awe-inspiring cruises, calling at over 450 ports on all seven continents.
• Experts on board our voyages of discovery and learning to enrich guests’ understanding of the destinations.
• An exclusive partnership with Smithsonian Journeys, the the travel program of the Smithsonian Institution.
• Understated elegance on board with French-inspired cuisine, fine wines, and chic design.
• Proud to partner with Sothys, Veuve Clicquot, and Ducasse Conseil. Ships feature fabrics by Pierre Frey, beauty products from Hermès, macarons by Ladurée, and tea from Palais des Thés.
• 100% of our staterooms have a sea view and 95% have a balcony (100% on the PONANT EXPLORERS).
• Attentive yet discreet service from an experienced, multilingual onboard staff and crew.
• Open bridge access (requires approval from Captain).
• “Clean Ship” certification for the fleet in recognition of their eco-friendly features.
• All-inclusive pricing with open bar, gratuities, port fees, and taxes (including Zodiac explorations/landings on expeditions).
• The world’s first underwater passenger lounge, the Blue Eye, featured exclusively on the PONANT EXPLORER ships.
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Itinerary
| Day | Port | Arrive | Depart |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lisbon | 6:00 PM | |
| 2 | Leixões - Porto | 1:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| 3 | Vigo ? Santiago De Compostela | 6:30 AM | 5:30 PM |
| 4 | At Sea | ||
| 5 | Bilbao | 8:30 AM | 9:00 PM |
| 6 | Pasajes ? San Sebastián | 8:00 AM | 6:30 PM |
| 7 | Saint-Jean-De-Luz | 8:00 PM | |
| 8 | Talmont-Sur-Gironde | 10:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
| 9 | Pauillac | 7:00 AM | 11:00 PM |
| 10 | Bordeaux | 6:30 AM | 11:00 PM |
| 11 | Bordeaux | 7:00 AM |
