7-night Cruising from Morocco to Spain’s Andalusian Coast – with Smithsonian Journeys Cruise

April 13, 2025

PONANT: Le Bellot

Casablanca/Lisbon

Vacation Offer ID 1541232

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Complimentary Open Bar including alcoholic beverages, bottled water, soft drinks, specialty coffees, and fully stocked stateroom mini bar
Complimentary Fine Cuisine Restaurants
Complimentary 24-hour room service for all staterooms and suites
Complimentary Unlimited Wi-Fi throughout the ship
Complimentary Gratuities
Complimentary 24-hour butler service in suites
Complimentary use of Wellness facilities
Complimentary Concierge Service for all staterooms and suites
HERMES amenities
Open Bridge Policy

7-night Cruising from Morocco to Spain’s Andalusian Coast – with Smithsonian Journeys Cruise

Destination Guide
Suggested Shore Excursions

Destination	Arrival	Departure
Casablanca Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Casablanca City Visit - 4/5 hours Meet your car and driver at the Port of Casablanca near the gangway. Duration : Approximately 4 / 5 hours Points of Interest: The Place Mohammed V; the Central Market; the Mahakma Law Courts; the New Medina; the King’s Palace precinct; Notre Dame de Lourdes; Anfa and the Corniche; the Hassan II Mosque; the Beth El Synagogue, The Jewish Museum, the United Nations Square. PRICES INCLUDE: Private tour in an air-conditioned vehicle. Private guided sightseeing visit and all related entrance fees as listed in the itinerary. An English speaking Licensed National Guide. PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE: Gratuities to guides and drivers. Any expenditure of a personal nature, nor anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT TRAVELERS BRING: Day packs; hat, hygienic ‘wipes;’ camera and Ziploc bags for sensitive lenses; sunglasses, sunscreen. Rabat City Visit - 6 Hours Meet your car and guide at the Port of Casablanca. Duration: Approximately 6 hours. Points of Interest: the Méchouar Precinct of the King’s Palace, the Chellah necropole, the Mohamed V Mausoleum, the Hassan Tower, Kasbah of the Oudayas, Souks… . PRICES INCLUDE: Private tour in an air-conditioned vehicle. Private guided sightseeing visit and all related entrance fees as listed in the itinerary. An English speaking Licensed National Guide. PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE: Gratuities to guides and drivers. Any expenditure of a personal nature, nor anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary. Lunch not included. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT TRAVELERS BRING: Day packs; hat, hygienic ‘wipes;’ camera and Ziploc bags for sensitive lenses; sunglasses, sunscreen. El Jadida & Azemmour - 8 hours Meet your car and driver at the Port of Casablanca near the gangway. Duration : Approximately 8 hours Points of Interest: The outside of Hassan II Mosque, The Corniche, Residential quarter of Anfa, The Kasbah, The arabe Medina and Jewish Mellah, Portuguese Cisterns, ... PRICES INCLUDE: Private tour in an air-conditioned vehicle. Private guided sightseeing visit and all related entrance fees as listed in the itinerary. An English speaking Licensed National Guide. Lunch at El Jadida PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE: Gratuities to guides and drivers. Any expenditure of a personal nature, nor anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT TRAVELERS BRING: Day packs; hat, hygienic ‘wipes;’ camera and Ziploc bags for sensitive lenses; sunglasses, sunscreen Marrakech City Visit - 12 Hours Meet your car and guide at one of these Ports : Casablanca - Agadir. Duration: Approximately 12 hours. Points of Interest: Bahia Palace, The Ramparts, The Koutoubia Mosque, Medersa Ben Youssef, The Mellah (The Jewish Quarter), Synagogue, Majorel Gardens, Famous Jamaa El Fna Square, Souks,… PRICES INCLUDE: Private tour in an air-conditioned vehicle. Private guided sightseeing visit and all related entrance fees as listed in the itinerary. An English speaking Licensed National Guide. PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE: Gratuities to guides and drivers. Any expenditure of a personal nature, nor anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary. Lunch not included. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT TRAVELERS BRING: Day packs; hat, hygienic ‘wipes;’ camera and Ziploc bags for sensitive lenses; sunglasses, sunscreen.	04/13/2025	04/13/2025
Tangier Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Tangier City Visit - 6 Hours Meet your Car and Guide at the port of Tangier near the gangway. Duration : 6 hours. Points of Interest : Cap Spartel, Caves of the Oracle of Herakles, Souks, the kasbah & the Medina... PRICES INCLUDE: Private circle trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle - according to family or group size - from Tangier’s Port. Private guided sightseeing excursion and all related entrance fees as listed in the itinerary. An English-speaking Licensed National Guide throughout. Lunch is Included. PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE: Medical or accident insurance outside of the vehicle. Gratuities to guides and driver. Any expenditure of a personal nature. Bottled or gaseous water en-route, nor anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT TRAVELERS BRING: Hygienic ‘wipes;’ camera and ziplock bags for sensitive lenses; sunglasses, sunscreen. Tetouan and Chefchaouen - 12 Hours Meet your Car and Guide at the port Tangier near the gangway. Duration : Approximately 12 hours. Points of Interest : Tetouan : Mellah (Jewish quarter), Hassan II Square, the traditional walled Medina, the Museum of Moroccan Art, the Handicrafts School, Bab el Oukla ... Chefchaouen : El Masjid El Andalous , Square of Ouatta el Hamman, the Palace El Makhzen, the medina ... PRICES INCLUDE: Private circle trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle - according to family or group size - from Tangier’s Port. Private guided sightseeing excursion and all related entrance fees as listed in the itinerary. An English-speaking Licensed National Guide throughout. Light refreshment. PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE: medical or accident insurance outside of the vehicle. Gratuities to guides and driver. Any expenditure of a personal nature. Bottled or gaseous water en-route, nor anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary. IT IS RECOMMENDED TRAVELERS BRING WITH THEM: hygienic ‘wipes;’ camera and ziplock bags for sensitive lenses; sunglasses, sunscreen. Tetouan City Visit - 7 Hours Meet your Car and Guide at the port Tangier near the gangway. Transfer to the city of Tetouan for a day trip. Duration : Approximately 7 hours. Points of Interest : Tetouan : Mellah (Jewish quarter), Hassan II Square, the traditional walled Medina, the Museum of Moroccan Art, the Handicrafts School, Bab el Oukla ... PRICES INCLUDE: Private circle trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle - according to family or group size - from Tangier’s Port. Private guided sightseeing excursion and all related entrance fees as listed in the itinerary. An English-speaking Licensed National Guide throughout. Light refreshment. PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE: Medical or accident insurance outside of the vehicle. Gratuities to guides and driver. Any expenditure of a personal nature. Bottled or gaseous water en-route, nor anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary. IT IS RECOMMENDED TRAVELERS BRING WITH THEM: Hygienic ‘wipes;’ camera and ziplock bags for sensitive lenses; sunglasses, sunscreen.	04/14/2025	04/14/2025
Malaga Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Spain: Malaga Walk & Taste Tour - 3 hours Highlights Join for a fun and delicious evening and learn how Malaga has become one of the country’s top dining destinations! Have a stroll through the beautifully illuminated streets of Malaga, tasting some of the best local wines paired with delicious tidbits. From different typical Malaga sweet wines, to refreshing whites, fruity reds and even artisanal vermouth, you will really get to experience our diverse wine growing regions. Bars, taverns and restaurants will make you feel welcome, offering their tastiest treats like Iberian cold cuts, fresh seafood and other local specialties. You will pass by some of the most emblematic venues and hidden alleyways of Malaga by night in an enchanting tour that combines food, culture and history. What's Included? 3 hours private tour with an expert local guide 4 Foodie Stops 8 Tapas & 5 paired Wines. What Isn't Included? Meals & Drinks not mentioned Souvenirs Gibralfaro (4 hours) Highlights: Make your way to Mount Gibralfaro to kearn how the famed castle is intertwined with Malaga's millennia of history. Visit the Picasso Museum to witness the magnificent collection of paintings and sculptures from one of Spain's most famed creatives. Tour Duration: 4 hours Tour can operate: Morning/Afternoon Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transport by luxury car or minivan An expert local guide for 8 hours Entrance fees to all sights and museums All taxes Not Included: All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs Gratuities	04/16/2025	04/16/2025
Tangier Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Tangier City Visit - 6 Hours Meet your Car and Guide at the port of Tangier near the gangway. Duration : 6 hours. Points of Interest : Cap Spartel, Caves of the Oracle of Herakles, Souks, the kasbah & the Medina... PRICES INCLUDE: Private circle trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle - according to family or group size - from Tangier’s Port. Private guided sightseeing excursion and all related entrance fees as listed in the itinerary. An English-speaking Licensed National Guide throughout. Lunch is Included. PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE: Medical or accident insurance outside of the vehicle. Gratuities to guides and driver. Any expenditure of a personal nature. Bottled or gaseous water en-route, nor anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT TRAVELERS BRING: Hygienic ‘wipes;’ camera and ziplock bags for sensitive lenses; sunglasses, sunscreen. Tetouan and Chefchaouen - 12 Hours Meet your Car and Guide at the port Tangier near the gangway. Duration : Approximately 12 hours. Points of Interest : Tetouan : Mellah (Jewish quarter), Hassan II Square, the traditional walled Medina, the Museum of Moroccan Art, the Handicrafts School, Bab el Oukla ... Chefchaouen : El Masjid El Andalous , Square of Ouatta el Hamman, the Palace El Makhzen, the medina ... PRICES INCLUDE: Private circle trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle - according to family or group size - from Tangier’s Port. Private guided sightseeing excursion and all related entrance fees as listed in the itinerary. An English-speaking Licensed National Guide throughout. Light refreshment. PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE: medical or accident insurance outside of the vehicle. Gratuities to guides and driver. Any expenditure of a personal nature. Bottled or gaseous water en-route, nor anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary. IT IS RECOMMENDED TRAVELERS BRING WITH THEM: hygienic ‘wipes;’ camera and ziplock bags for sensitive lenses; sunglasses, sunscreen. Tetouan City Visit - 7 Hours Meet your Car and Guide at the port Tangier near the gangway. Transfer to the city of Tetouan for a day trip. Duration : Approximately 7 hours. Points of Interest : Tetouan : Mellah (Jewish quarter), Hassan II Square, the traditional walled Medina, the Museum of Moroccan Art, the Handicrafts School, Bab el Oukla ... PRICES INCLUDE: Private circle trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle - according to family or group size - from Tangier’s Port. Private guided sightseeing excursion and all related entrance fees as listed in the itinerary. An English-speaking Licensed National Guide throughout. Light refreshment. PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE: Medical or accident insurance outside of the vehicle. Gratuities to guides and driver. Any expenditure of a personal nature. Bottled or gaseous water en-route, nor anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary. IT IS RECOMMENDED TRAVELERS BRING WITH THEM: Hygienic ‘wipes;’ camera and ziplock bags for sensitive lenses; sunglasses, sunscreen.	04/15/2025	04/15/2025
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Lisbon Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! An Exploration of Lisbon (8 hours) Highlights: Lying north of the River Tagus estuary and stretching over seven hills, Portugal's capital city has much to offer. Receive a warm welcome at the port by your private guide and driver and from here commence your engaging tour of Lisbon. Explore the Belem district with its magnificent Jerónimos Monastery, an extraordinary example of Portugal's 'Manueline' style of architecture. Once populated by monks, the UNESCO-listed monastery was commissioned by King Manuel I to celebrate Vasco da Gama's discovery of a sea route to India in 1498. Time permitting, visit Torre de Belém (Belém Tower), one of Lisbon's most iconic buildings and symbolic of Portugal's great Age of Expansion. Next, it's time for a refreshment stop, where you may wish to sample the famous and scrumptious Pastéis de Belém (Portuguese custard tarts). From here you return to your cruise ship. Discover the beautiful Belem district with its magnificent Jeronimos Monastery Behold the priceless treasures on display at the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum and try the exquisite pasteis de nata local pastries Tour Duration: 8 hours Tour can operate: Morning/Afternoon Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transport by luxury car or minivan An expert local guide for 8 hours Entrance fees to all sights and museums All taxes Not Included: All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs Gratuities Queluz, Sintra and Estoril (8 hours) Highlights: Venture outside of Lisbon to explore Queluz, Sintra and Estoril during your private shore excursion. Take the short driver to the sumptuous 18th-century Queluz Palace, where you can admire the magnificent formal gardens and azulejo-lined canals. Afterwards visit Sintra, the summer retreat of Portuguese monarchs and Moorish emirs before them. Today, this town, nestling on the north side of the Sintra Mountain, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll through the town where charming streets are filled with fine handicraft shops. You then descend to Guincho beach for a fabulous view of Cape Rock, the westernmost point of the European continent and continuing to the resort town of Estoril on the scenic coastal road with fantastic views, en route back to your cruise ship. Explore Queluz Palace, the summer residence of the Portugese Royal Family Take a short drive to Sintra, the summer retreat of Portuguese monarchs and a UNESCO Word Heritage Site Tour Duration: 8 hours Tour can operate: Morning/Afternoon Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transport by luxury car or minivan An expert local guide for 8 hours Entrance fees to all sights and museums All taxes Not Included: All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs Gratuities Highlights of Lisbon (4 hours) Highlights: See Belem Tower, one of Lisbon's iconic buildings and symbolic of the nation's Age of Expansion. Admire the impressive collection of painted and gilded Baroque coaches at the National Coach Museum. Tour Duration: 4 hours Tour can operate: Morning/Afternoon Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transport by luxury car or minivan An expert local guide for 8 hours Entrance fees to all sights and museums All taxes Not Included: All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs Gratuities	04/20/2025	04/20/2025

Like the other ships in the PONANT EXPLORERS series, Le Bellot has been designed to provide absolute comfort for its passengers, even at the heart of the world's most remote and isolated regions. Racy lines, state-of-the-art equipment, a refined design, a softly muted and at the same time convivial ambiance together with a deliberately restricted number of cabins all contribute to the modernity of Le Bellot, a unique ship in the world of cruising.

Ship Statistics

Built Year: 2020
Registry: France
Draft: 15 ft (4.6 m)
Gross Tonnage: 9,900 gross tons
Beam: 59 ft (18 m)

Maximum Speed: 12.5 knots
Ship Length: 430 ft (131.1 m)
Passenger Capacity: 184
Number of Crew: 110
Crew Nationality: French / International

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Balcony

Deluxe Stateroom (DEL) $6,890

Category: DEL

Area: 19 m². Capacity: 2 passengers per cabin. Balcony size: 4 m². Cabin features: Individually-controlled air-conditioning. King-size bed or twin beds. Shower. Minibar. Flat screen. Satellite TV. Desk with stationery. Ipod(TM) 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 (fee may apply).

Prestige Stateroom Deck 4 (PR4) $7,610

Category: PR4

Prestige Stateroom Deck 5 (PR5) $7,960

Category: PR5

Prestige Stateroom Deck 6 (PR6) $8,390

Category: PR6

Suite

Deluxe Suite Deck 6 (DS6) $11,520

Category: DS6

Area: 27 m². Capacity: up to 3 passengers per cabin. Balcony size: 6 m². Cabin features: Individually-controlled air-conditioning. King-size bed or twin beds. Shower. Minibar. Flat screen. Satellite TV. Desk with stationery. Ipod(TM) 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 (fee may apply).

Deluxe Suite Deck 5 (DS5) $11,520

Category: DS5

Deluxe Suite Deck 4 (DS4) $11,520

Category: DS4

Deluxe Suite Deck 3 (DS3) $11,520

Category: DS3

Prestige Suite Deck 5 (PS5) $15,440

Category: PS5

Area: 38 m². Capacity: up to 2 passengers per cabin. Balcony size: 8 m². Cabin features: Individually-controlled air-conditioning. King-size bed or twin beds. Shower. Minibar. Flat screen. Satellite TV. Desk with stationery. Ipod(TM) 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 (fee may apply).

Prestige Suite Deck 6 (PS6) $16,220

Category: PS6

Privilege Suite Deck 6 (PV6) $17,000

Category: PV6

Area: 32 m². Capacity: up to 4 passengers per cabin. Balcony size: 8 m². Cabin features: Individually-controlled air-conditioning. King-size bed or twin beds. Shower. Minibar. Flat screen. Satellite TV. Desk with stationery. Ipod(TM) 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 (fee may apply).

Privilege Suite Deck 5 (PV5) $17,000

Category: PV5

Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6 (GD6) $18,650

Category: GD6

Area: 45 m². Capacity: up to 2 passengers per cabin. Balcony size: 30 m². Cabin features: Individually-controlled air-conditioning. King-size bed or twin beds. Shower. Minibar. Flat screen. Satellite TV. Desk with stationery. Ipod(TM) 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 (fee may apply).

Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 5 (GD5) $18,650

Category: GD5

Owner's Suite (SA) $19,570

Category: SA

Area: 45 m². Capacity: 2 passengers per cabin. Balcony size: 30 m². Cabin features: Individually-controlled air-conditioning. King-size bed or twin beds. Shower. Minibar. Flat screen. Satellite TV. Desk with stationery. Ipod(TM) 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 (fee may apply).

Fares listed are per person, based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

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