Cruises Operated by Ponant Explorations Group

from $13,410

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Emblematic Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

• Embark on Zodiacs
• Visit research and whaling stations
• Look out for wildlife
• Marvel at the dynamic landscapes

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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia

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Embark on an unforgettable 12-day cruise to Antarctica aboard Le Lyrial. Explore the Antarctic in a Zodiac reaching small harbors and coves unreachable by large cruise ships.

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from $13,410

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Emblematic Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Visit polar research stations
• Explore drifting icebergs
• See incredible polar wildlife
• Hop on Zodiacs for outings

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Port of Ushuaia / Buenos Aires

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Join L'Austral for this 12-day polar expedition cruise to the heart of the Antarctic Peninsula. Embark on an unforgettable voyage and succumb to the enchantment of the breathtaking landscapes inhabited by astonishing wildlife. Explore the Gentoo, Adelie, and chinstrap penguins, humpback whales, seals, and seabirds.

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from $11,800

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Exploration along Saint Lawrence

Saint Pierre - Montreal - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

• Explore Saint Pierre and Miquelon
• Visit Cap-aux-Meules village
• Encounter diverse wildlife
• Marvel at Gros Morne Park

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St. Pierre / Montreal

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Embark on this 12-day cruise from Saint Pierre to Montreal aboard Le Lyrial. Witness the convergence of saltwater and freshwater along the Saint Lawrence River, explore the Saguenay River, and visit Quebec City's UNESCO-listed historic center.

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from $7,590

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From the City of Gods to the Eternal City

Athens - Civitavecchia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Explore the Mediterranean
• Explore notable stops
• Explore southern Aegean Sea
• Explore Civitavecchia

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Athens / Civitavecchia

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Join Le Bougainville on this 12-day journey from Athens to Civitavecchia, exploring the Mediterranean. Enjoy diverse experiences with included excursions at each port of call. Highlights include marveling at Taormina, exploring Chania, and visiting Phaestos Palace. Discover ancient cities, coastlines, and historical treasures.

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from $13,250

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Odyssey In The Heart of Japan’s Subtropical Islands

12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier

• Explore Amami Oshima
• Discover Kerama's famed blue sea
• Experience Kumejima's cultural rich
• See Yonagunijima's rugged cliffs

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Osaka / Ishigaki

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Embark on a 12-day cruise from Osaka to Ishigaki aboard Le Jacques-Cartier. Discover Okinawa, Yaeyama, and Sakishima Islands. Enjoy the beautiful "Kerama blue" of Zamami and Kumejima's traditional Eisa dance. Explore Taketomijima's village and Iriomotejima's biodiversity. Encounter Yonagunijima's rugged landscapes before ending in Ishigaki.

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from $9,540

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Culture and Islands of the Mediterranean

Barcelona - Valletta - 12 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Visit Menorca
• Explore Sardinia
• Discover Sicily
• Experience Catania
• Discover Syracuse
• Discover Malta

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Barcelona / Valletta

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Embark on a 12-day cruise from Barcelona to Malta aboard L’Austral. Enjoy culinary and cultural experiences with an included excursion per port. Highlights include Menorca, Alghero, Cagliari, Trapani, Palermo, Lipari, Catania, Syracuse, Gozo, and ending in Valletta.

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from $8,920

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Raja Ampat and the Spice Islands

Roundtrip Darwin - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

• Explore Darwin's multicultural city
• Swim at Kei Islands' pristine beach
• Snorkel Raja Ampat's vibrant reefs
• Discover Banda Neira's charm

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Darwin / Darwin

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Hiking

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Discover Raja Ampat and the Spice Islands on this 12-day cruise aboard the Le Soleal. Explore pristine beaches, vibrant coral reefs, lush rainforests, and historic gems, starting and ending in multicultural Darwin.

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from $9,780

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Madagascar & South Africa

Nosy Be - Durban - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Diverse cultural landscapes
• Gardens and sandstone formations
• Lemurs and limestone formations
• South Africa's natural landscapes
• Hluhluwe Park’s diverse wildlife
• Durban's history and Zulu culture

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Nosy Be / Durban

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Join a 12-day cruise from Nosy Be to Durban aboard Le Bougainville, exploring Madagascar and South Africa. Visit Nosy Be’s beaches, Toliara’s gardens, and Mahajanga’s red rock formations. See baobab trees in Morondava, lemurs on Nosy Komba, and Nosy Hara’s limestone formations. Stop in Richards Bay for a safari before ending in Durban.

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from $10,770

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Wild lands of Scotland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland

Glasgow, Scotland - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse

• Tour Titanic Belfast
• Witness seabird colonies on Suduroy
• Discover Iceland’s fjord town Djupi
• Visit Heimaey’s volcanic landscapes

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Glasgow / Reykjavik

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Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Sailing, Urban Exploration

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Discover the beauty of Europe’s wild west coast on this 12-day cruise from Glasgow to Reykjavik aboard the Le Laperouse. Journey through historic cities and picturesque landscapes, blending rich cultural experiences with natural scenery. Explore Belfast’s Titanic history, visit Lerwick, and witness the wildlife-rich cliffs of the Faroe Islands.

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from $9,750

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Australia's Iconic Kimberley: Broome - Darwin

Broome - Darwin - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

• Discover Important Bird Area
• Experience Horizontal Waterfalls
• Visit Gwion Gwion art galleries
• Explore the King George twin falls

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Broome / Darwin

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Helicopter Tours

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Join this 11-day expedition cruise across the Kimberley Coast. Explore the ?Horizontal Waterfalls?, Montgomery reef, the Bonaparte Archipelago, and a lot of amazing places in fascinating Australia. Embark Le Soleal from Broome to Darwin with stops in: Lacepede Islands, Collier Bay, Hunter River, Swift Bay, King George River, and more.

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from $9,230

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Secrets of Central America

Colón - Puntarenas - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

• Discover National Parks
• Sail through the Panama Canal
• Encounter with Emberas tribe
• Visit San Blas archipelago

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Colon / Puntarenas

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Join this 11-day Secrets of Central America cruise and explore Panama and Costa Rica, starting at San Lorenzo’s Fort and traveling from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Visit the San Blas Islands, the Pearl Islands, Darien National Park, and cross the Panama Canal. Meet local communities, and discover the biodiversity of Rio Esquinas and Curú Nature Reserve.

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from $23,920

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Inuit Spring of Ammassalik

Reykjavík - Reykjavík - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Meet the Inuit people
• Join the dog sled activity
• Sail to eastern coast of Greenland
• Explore Ammassalik

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Kayaking, Whale Watching, Skiing

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Embark on this 11-day cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot, exploring the hypnotic and icy landscapes of the Ammassalik and Blosseville regions.

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from $15,110

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The Baltic Sea in partnership with the Paris Opera Ballet

Fredrikstad - Copenhagen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse

• Stroll Aalborg’s Viking-era streets
• Sail Copenhagen’s colorful canals
• Enjoy onboard ballet performances
• Visit Kalmar medieval castle

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Karlskrona / Copenhagen

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Join an 11-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse, exploring the Baltic Sea's culture and history. Enjoy live performances and dance lessons with the Paris Opera Ballet. Visit Viking-era sites, UNESCO World Heritage locations, and charming towns like Fredrikstad, Aalborg, Helsingborg, Karlskrona, Kalmar, Visby, and Gudhjem, concluding in Copenhagen.

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from $7,990

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Isle of Beauty, Italian shores & Malta

Nice - Valletta - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Stroll Promenade des Anglais
• Explore Napoleon’s exile home
• Visit Lipari’s obsidian quarries
• See Valletta’s Grandmasters Palace

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Nice / Valletta

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Spa Relaxation

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Embark on this 11-day cruise across the Mediterranean from Nice to Valletta aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Explore Corsica’s charming ports, Sicily’s historical treasures, and the natural beauty of the Aeolian Islands. Visit iconic landmarks like the Calvi Citadel, Portofino’s harbor, and Lipari’s obsidian quarries.

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from $8,100

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South Africa and Namibia by Sea: Around the Cape of Good Hope – with Smithsonian Journeys

Durban - Walvis Bay - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Lectures with Smithsonian Experts
• Visit UNESCO site of Robben Island
• Observe wildlife at Walvis Bay
• Hike to the top of Table Mountain

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Durban / Walvis Bay

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Wine Tasting

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Set sail aboard Le Bougainville on an 11-day voyage through South Africa and Namibia. Discover Durban's multicultural charm, spot wildlife in Port Elizabeth, and admire Cape Town's iconic Table Mountain. In Namibia, explore Lderitz’s historic sites and marvel at Walvis Bay's unique ecosystem, where the desert meets the Atlantic.

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from $12,600

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Madagascar and Seychelles: Natural Treasures of the Indian Ocean – with Smithsonian Journeys

Nosy Be - Victoria, Mahe - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Explore Nosy Be’s forest & wildlife
• Swim in Nosy Tanikely’s lagoon
• Snorkel in Nosy Hara’s
• Discover La Digue’s

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Nosy Be / Victoria

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Set sail on an 11-day cruise exploring the captivating beauty of Madagascar and the Seychelles. Visit Nosy Tanikely’s stunning beaches and marine life. Experience Nosy Komba’s enchanting lemurs and Nosy Hara’s unique limestone formations. Explore Diego Suarez’s pristine landscapes, Assumption Island’s sea turtle breeding sites, and more.

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from $9,180

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Islands and Cultures of Papua New Guinea

Cairns - Cairns - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier

• Discover New Guinea's heritage
• Visit Ferguson & Dobu Islands
• Visit Roderick Bay, Solomon Islands
• Encounter local people & culture

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Cairns / Cairns

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Local Market Visits, Snorkeling, Scuba Diving

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Embark on an 11-day adventure through Melanesia aboard Le Jacques Cartier. Explore WWII history in Alotau, witness landscapes in Ferguson and Dobu, and experience Kitava’s vibrant traditions. Snorkel and dive in Ghizo and Njari Islands, relax on Roderick Bay’s white sands, and conclude in Honiara, the Solomon Islands’ capital, at Point Cruz Port.

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from $7,390

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From the Adriatic to the Ionian Sea

Dubrovnik - Valletta - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Navigate Kotor's stunning bay
• Walk through Mljet Island's forests
• Stroll Parga's vibrant streets
• Visit Taormina's ancient theatre

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Dubrovnik / Valletta

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Embark on a luxurious 10-day cruise with PONANT aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Sail from Dubrovnik to Valletta, exploring stunning ports in Croatia, Montenegro, Greece, Italy, and Malta. Enjoy included excursions in each port, with unique cultural and historical experiences. Experience the beauty and diversity of the Adriatic and Ionian Seas on this unforgettable journey.

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