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Exceptional cruises: the Paris Opera invites itself aboard Ponant ships

Exceptional cruises: the Paris Opera invites itself aboard Ponant ships

Exceptional cruises: the Paris Opera invites itself aboard Ponant ships

Ponant and the National Paris Opera renew their collaboration for two exceptional Baltic and Mediterranean cruises. Dream journeys in perspective, on the theme of dance and ballet...

Boarding a Ponant ship is just like a dream. But when Ponant cruises adorn themselves with the grace and elegance of ballet, and with Paris Opera stars performing, they become even rarer and more memorable. Moments suspended in time, which travelers had already been able to experience in 2024, during a cruise between Athens and Venice. Building on this success, the two partners are repeating the experience this year, setting course for the Baltic Sea and the Mediterranean. This time, the stars Dorothée Gilbert and Roxane Stojanov, will be on board.

On board: shows and meetings

The program promises to delight dance enthusiasts. Passengers will enjoy exclusive performances, choreographic demonstrations and screenings of ballet excerpts, followed by discussions with the dancers. Curious visitors can also learn more about the artists’ lives and careers during lectures. And for those who wish to go further, classes in classical dance will be offered, supervised by teachers from the École de Danse de l’Opéra.

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On land: cultural stopovers

Each itinerary includes stops in towns renowned for their cultural heritage. In 2025, the cruise will cross the Baltic Sea from Fredrikstad to Copenhagen, with stops at UNESCO sites and performances in prestigious venues such as the Konserthus in Helsingborg. In 2026, passengers will sail the Mediterranean, from Corsica to the Italian coast, with shows and experiences combining classical and contemporary dance.

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Practical information:

« The Baltic Sea with the Paris Opera Ballet »
Fredrikstad-Copenhagen, departure aboard the Lapérouse July 24, 2025, 11 days-10 nights. From €8,850.

« The Mediterranean Sea with the Paris Opera Ballet »
Nice-Nice, departure aboard the Boréal July 29, 2026, 9 days-8 nights. From €5,310.

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