Welcome to Pearls of the Ionian Sea, our fully Art In Voyage-privatized voyage through Malta and Sicily, aboard PONANT’s expedition yacht Le Dumont d’Urville (@Ponant_EN)
This is not a “cruise”. It’s a floating 5-star base with the AIV touch.
We cap the onboard count at 140 guests (ship capacity is 184), so it feels calm, elegant, and spacious. Shore experiences are curated in small groups of 12–14 guests, so you’re never herded like a cute little tourist sheep. Expect refined French dining, an underwater lounge, and a crew designed to spoil you properly.