Cruises Operated by Ponant Explorations Group

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Pearls of the Caribbean

Roundtrip Fort-de-France - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot

• See UNESCO World Heritage Sites
• Visit the Grenadine Islands
• Observe marine animals
• Enjoy the beach on Mayreau Island

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Fort de France / Fort de France

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Scuba Diving, Snorkeling

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Join Le Bellot on its 9-day sailing expedition roundtrip from Fort-de-France and explore the enchanting islands in the Caribbean Sea visiting Port Elizabeth, St. George's, Saint Lucia, Soufrière and many more!

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from $13,000

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The Gulf of Bothnia, at the Gateway to the Arctic

Kemi - Helsinki - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Join Kemi's snow castle exploration
• Enjoy the Santa Claus Village
• Stroll at Oulu riverside market
• See Helsinki's neoclassical center

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Paris / Helsinki

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Urban Exploration, Fishing

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Embark on a 9-day Gulf of Bothnia, at the Gateway to the Arctic cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Explore Finnish Lapland from Kemi and Oulu, cross into Swedish Lapland at Lulea, and visit UNESCO-listed Rauma. Experience reindeer sleds, husky rides, snow castles, and ice fishing.

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from $9,460

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Cruising Southern Italy and Sicily – with Smithsonian Journeys

Valletta - Livorno - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Explore Valletta's heritage
• Discover Syracuse's history
• Admire Taormina's scenic views
• Experience Naples culture

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Valletta / Livorno

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Sail on this 9-day Southern Italy and Sicily cruise with Smithsonian Journeys aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Start in Valletta, Malta, exploring historic landmarks. Visit Syracuse's Greek and cultural sites and Taormina's scenic views and theater. Explore Reggio di Calabria's coast and museum. Visit Civitavecchia, and conclude in Livorno, Tuscany.

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from $10,270

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A Solar Eclipse at Sea: Voyage Across the Western Mediterranean - with Smithsonian Journeys

Barcelona - Nice - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Witness solar eclipse in Palma
• Explore Palma de Mallorca’s coves
• Discover Mahon’s colorful streets
• See Portofino’s harbor

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Barcelona / Nice

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Embark on a 9-day Mediterranean cruise from Barcelona to Nice aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Visit Palma de Mallorca's stunning coves, and explore Mahon’s historic charm. See Sardinia’s medieval town of Alghero, followed by the scenic beaches of Ile-Rousse in Corsica. Discover Napoleon’s legacy in Portoferraio and more.

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from $27,910

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Total Solar Eclipse from Iceland to Ireland

Reykjavík - Dublin - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse

• Witness the total solar eclipse
• See Shetland’s archaeological sites
• Discover Faroese village Saksun
• Kirkwall historic cathedral

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Reykjavik / Dublin

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Experience a rare celestial event on this 9-day cruise from Reykjavík to Dublin aboard Le Laperouse. Sail into the North Atlantic to witness the total solar eclipse in an unobstructed setting—an unforgettable highlight of the cruise. Along the way, explore volcanic islands, dramatic fjords, and remote coastlines.

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from $7,300

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Cruising the Greek Islands of the Southern Aegean – with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Explore Athens' vibrant Acropolis
• Visit Patmos' sacred monastery
• Discover Symi's colorful harbor
• Sail Amorgos' pristine coastlines

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Athens / Athens

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Embark on an 8-day cruise to and from Athens aboard the Le Bougainville, exploring Patmos, Symi, Amorgos, Santorini, and more. Discover ancient landmarks, serene harbors, and vibrant island life before returning to Athens.

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from $9,210

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Cruising the Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

Helsinki - Copenhagen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

• Explore Helsinki’s historic center
• Visit Tallinn’s medieval center
• Stroll Stockholm’s Gamla Stan
• Experience Gdansk’s golden door

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Helsinki / Copenhagen

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Join this 8-day cruise aboard the Le Champlain featuring a special onboard talk by Nobel laureate Lech Walesa in Gdansk. Explore vibrant cities, historic landmarks, and stunning UNESCO sites from Helsinki to Copenhagen.

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from $6,210

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Cruising the Mediterranean: Sicily, Sardinia, and Mallorca – with Smithsonian Journeys

Valletta - Barcelona - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Visit UNESCO sites in Valletta
• Indulge in Sicilian seafood
• Stroll Mahon's colorful streets
• Transit the Corinth Canal passage

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Valletta / Tarragona

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Local Market Visits

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Embark on an 8-day Le Boreal cruise from Valletta to Barcelona. Visit Sicily’s historic cities, Sardinia’s archaeological treasures, and the Balearic Islands’ stunning landscapes. Shore excursions, transfers, and expert-led discussions with Smithsonian Journeys.

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from $6,040

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Cruising Southern Spain and Portugal – with Smithsonian Journeys

Barcelona - Lisbon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Visit Barcelona UNESCO-listed sites
• Visit Valencia'S modern landmarks
• Discover Malaga historic sites
• Explore the Balearic Islands

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Barcelona / Lisbon

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Land & Sea Exploration

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Set sail aboard Le Boreal on an exceptional 8-day itinerary that takes you along the Spanish and Portuguese coasts, from Barcelona to Lisbon. Visit Barcelona, Malaga, Cadiz, Lagos, and Lisbon. Enjoy cultural landmarks, stunning coastlines, and historic sites with expert-led discussions with Smithsonian Journeys.

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from $8,070

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Cruising the Greek Islands of the Southern Aegean: with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Smithsonian Journeys Cruise
• Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites
• Sail the Santorini Caldera
• Explore Mykonos

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Athens / Athens

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Embark on an 8-day Aegean cruise from Athens, exploring ancient ruins, charming islands, and vibrant modern life. Visit Patmos, Rhodes, Crete's Heraklion and Knossos, Amorgos' traditional villages, Delos' sacred ruins, Mykonos' chic resorts, and Nafplion's Mycenae and Epidaurus before returning to Athens.

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from $6,620

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The Best of Croatia

Venice Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Stroll Venetian streets in Rovinj
• Explore UNESCO-listed Split center
• Admire Venice’s grand canals
• Visit medieval Korcula island town

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Venice / Venice

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Cruise through Croatia and Montenegro on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Boreal. Explore Venice, Hvar, Split, Dubrovnik, Korcula, Rovinj, and Kotor with one guided excursion included at each port. Discover coastal towns, ancient landmarks, and scenic bays along the Dalmatian coast. Enjoy unique cultural experiences in every destination.

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from $6,990

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Icelandic Mosaic

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Cruise volcanic island of Surtsey
• Visit Heimaey’s lava fields
• Visit scenic Eyjafjordur fjord
• Experience Westfjords fishing herit

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Whale Watching

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Sail Iceland’s wild coast on an 8-day cruise aboard L' L'Austral. Discover Reykjavík’s landmarks, sail around Surtsey, explore Heimaey’s bird cliffs, walk lava craters near Grundarfjordur, visit Akureyri’s Godafoss, and explore Ísafjörður’s fjords. Spot puffins and Arctic landscapes while experiencing Icelandic history and culture.

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from $64,710

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Unexplored East Antarctica & French Southern Lands

Hobart, Tasmania - Cape Town - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Trace footsteps of explorers
• Set sail from Hobart
• Navigate through coastal ice floes
• wildlife of the Southern Ocean
• eastern side of Antarctica

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Hobart / Cape Town

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Sail on a 29-day half-circumnavigation of Antarctica aboard Le Commandant Charcot from Tasmania to the southern tip of Africa. Follow the paths of explorers, witness icebergs and glaciers, and visit Australian research stations Casey and Davis.

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from $30,750

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Scott & Shackleton’s Antarctic - Ross Sea Expedition

Dunedin Roundtrip - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

• Visit Ross Sea Region
• See Macquarie Island wildlife
• Explore Enderby Island
• Zodiac cruise around Snares

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Dunedin / Dunedin

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Spa Relaxation, Small Ship Sailing

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Sail on a 22-day expedition from Dunedin to Antarctica aboard Le Soleal. Explore Enderby Island, the Ross Sea, Macquarie Island, and the Snares. Spot penguins, sea lions, and historic explorer sites. Enjoy days at sea with lectures and wildlife viewing.

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from $16,310

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Ocean Voyage: Cape Town - Brest

Cape Town to Brest - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Explore Cape Town landscapes
• Visit Cape of Good Hope
• Possible marine wildlife sighting
• Explore Oceanopolis marine center

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Cape Town / Brest

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Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing

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Embark on a 21-day cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Begin in Cape Town and cruise across the Atlantic Ocean to Brest. Experience Table Mountain, the Cape of Good Hope, and days at sea filled with relaxation, entertainment, and marine views. Conclude in Brest, where historic harbors, naval heritage, and Oceanopolis await.

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from $23,330

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In the Heart of the Northwest Passage

Roundtrip Kangerlussuaq - 20 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Discover the Ilulissat ice fjord
• Visit the village of Kullorsuaq
• Cross the Arctic Circle
• Admire the enormous Smoking Hills

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Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq

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Embark on a 20-day cruise from Kangerlussuaq aboard the L'Austral, exploring Baffin Bay and the Northwest Passage. Discover stunning Arctic landscapes, rich wildlife, and Inuit culture along the way.

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from $18,610

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Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula

Ushuaia - Buenos Aires - 20 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Explore Antarctica's landscape
• Explore South Georgia's wildlife
• Experience the Falkland Islands
• See Valdes Peninsula's wildlife

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Kayaking

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Embark on a 20-day cruise from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires aboard L'Austral. Explore Antarctica’s icebergs, glaciers, and wildlife, from penguins to whales. Visit South Georgia, home to king penguins and elephant seals, then the Falkland Islands with rugged shores and seabirds. End at Valdes Peninsula, where orcas hunt and guanacos roam.

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from $16,330

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Wilderness from Greenland to the East Coast of Canada

Kangerlussuaq to Halifax - 18 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Cruise Canada's remote coastlines
• Explore Labrador's rugged fjords
• Walk through Viking ruins
• Spot Arctic marine wildlife

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Kangerlussuaq / Halifax

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Village Visits, Hiking

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Sail from Kangerlussuaq to Halifax on an 18-day expedition aboard. Explore Greenland's icy wilderness, Nunavut's Inuit communities, Newfoundland’s Viking history, and the French islands of Saint Pierre and Miquelon. Hike rugged coasts, spot Arctic wildlife, and discover Canada’s northern heritage.

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