Cruises Operated by Ponant Explorations Group

from $5,460

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From the English Channel to the Irish Sea

Honfleur to Glasgow - 9 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Visit Giant’s Causeway
• Visit the Isles of Scilly castles
• Hike from Warrenpoint
• Explore Glasgow's art museum

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Honfleur / Glasgow

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Discover coastal beauty on a 9-day voyage from Honfleur to Glasgow aboard L' L'Austral. Explore England’s charming villages, Ireland’s colorful ports, and Northern Ireland’s iconic landscapes, walk ancient castles, see dramatic cliffs, and visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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from $8,270

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Total Solar Eclipse in the Mediterranean

Nice Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Stroll Palma de Mallorca
• Experience solar eclipse event
• Explore Marseille’s Old Port
• Walk Bonifacio’s medieval streets

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Nice / Nice

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Urban Exploration

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Sail aboard Le Boreal on a 9-day Mediterranean cruise featuring a rare total solar eclipse. Travel from Nice with stops in Corsica, Marseille, Barcelona, and Port-Vendres. Join astronomy experts for eclipse viewing and educational sessions.

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from $6,520

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Shores of the Adriatic

Venice Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Venice Grand Canal views
• Tour Hvar Stari Grad plains
• Wander Piran’s Venetian streets
• See Dubrovnik's historic city walls

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Venice / Venice

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Sail round-trip from Venice on a 9-day Adriatic cruise aboard Le Boreal. Walk the marble streets of Dubrovnik, explore Split’s Diocletian’s Palace, visit the medieval towns of Hvar and Rovinj, and admire the Venetian charm of Piran. Discover history, local cuisine, and UNESCO sites across Italy, Slovenia, and Croatia.

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from $8,910

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Epicurean Delights: The Food & Wine of Sicily

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

• Visit Valley of Temples
• Walk Palermo’s historic streets
• Visit Taormina’s Greco-Roman theatr
• Wander Syracuse’s old town

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Valletta / Valletta

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Local Market Visits

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Sail roundtrip from Valletta on a 9-day cruise through Sicily aboard Le Dumont-d’Urville. Discover Palermo, Syracuse, Taormina, and more as you explore UNESCO-listed ruins, charming island villages, and volcanic landscapes rich in history and culture.

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from $7,150

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Ancient Cities of the Mediterranean

Valletta - Athens - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Explore ancient Syracuse ruins
• Tour Sparta’s ancient port
• Wander Monemvasia’s medieval alleys
• Climb Nafplion’s hill fortress

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Valletta / Athens

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Small Ship Sailing, Village Visits

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Embark on a 9-day Ancient Cities of the Mediterranean cruise from Valletta to Athens, exploring Syracuse, Reggio di Calabria, Gallipoli, Parga, Gythio, Monemvasia, and Nafplion. Discover a mix of ancient ruins, medieval towns, and coastal views aboard Le Bougainville. Each stop offers insight into centuries of Mediterranean culture and heritage.

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from $19,780

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Arctic Spring: A Journey Through Ice and Inuit Culture

Nuuk Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Explore colorful Nuuk
• Spot humpback whales
• See Inuit culture
• Visit Disko Island

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Nuuk / Nuuk

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Kayaking, Whale Watching

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Sail aboard Le Commandant Charcot through Greenland’s icy wilderness. Visit Nuuk, Disko Bay, Disko Island, Sisimiut, and Baffin Bay. Witness glaciers, wildlife, and colorful Inuit towns on this polar exploration cruise aboard a cutting-edge luxury icebreaker. Experience Arctic nature and culture up close in one unforgettable journey.

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from $6,800

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The Essential Seychelles

Victoria, Mahe Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Explore UNESCO Vallee de Mai
• Snorkel at Remire reefs
• Spot giant Aldabra tortoises
• Relax on beaches of Grande Soeur

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Victoria / Victoria

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Archaeological Site Visits, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking

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Sail through the Seychelles on a 9-day voyage aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Begin in Victoria, Mahe, and visit Praslin, Aride, Curieuse, Cousin, Grande Soeur, and La Digue. Discover giant tortoises, the UNESCO-protected Vallee de Mai, coral reefs, and unique birdlife.

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from $17,870

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The Cyclades, in the Wake of Le Ponant

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Ponant

• Discover Kythnos
• Visit Monemvasia
• Experience Serifos
• Discover the island of Polyaigos

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Tinos / Kythnos

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Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Ponant roundtrip from Athens. Sail from Lavrio port to the Cyclades, exploring Tinos and Polyaigos. Enjoy strolls on Serifos before heading southeast to discover Monemvasia's peninsula. Sail towards Kythnos, a rugged terrain. Spetses, "the island of Jasmine," offers tailored activities.

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from $11,740

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Corsican shores, under Sail Aboard Le Ponant

Roundtrip Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Ponant

• Visit Balagne and Cap Corse
• Visit Gulf of Ajaccio
• Discover the Gulf of Sant’Amanza
• Visit the Gulf of Roccapina

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Nice / Nice

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Set sail on an 8-day cruise along the Corsican coastline aboard Le Ponant, departing from Nice. Explore the northern terrain of Balagne and Cap Corse with historic citadels and unspoiled villages. Experience the Gulf of Sant’Amanza. Visit the Gulf of Roccapina and Domaine de Murtoli before returning to Nice.

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from $8,220

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Gliding the Waters of the Windward Islands

Pointe-a-Pitre Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Ponant

• Enjoy iconic pitons of Saint Lucia
• Learn about Kalinago culture
• Explore Tobago Cays' coral reefs
• Relax on Marie-Galante's beaches

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Dominica / Anses d'Arlet

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Scuba Diving

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Explore the Caribbean on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Ponant. Visit Dominica to explore mangroves and meet the Kalinago people. Cruise through Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, snorkeling in Tobago Cays' clear waters. Experience sunsets, local culture, and beaches in Marie-Galante. This cruise combines relaxation and adventure in the Caribbean.

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from $6,720

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Southern France and the Italian Riviera by Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

Barcelona - Civitavecchia - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Visit Cinque Terre, a UNESCO Site
• Explore Carcassonne medieval charm
• Visit Porto Venere pastel coast
• Stroll Nice scenic promenade

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Barcelona / Civitavecchia

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Explore the French and Italian Rivieras on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Bougainville. Visit UNESCO sites and cultural landmarks in Port Vendres, Marseille, Nice, Portofino, Porto Venere, and Livorno. Enjoy expert-guided excursions from Carcassonne’s medieval fortress to Pisa’s Leaning Tower, experiencing the art, history, and coastal landscapes of the Mediterranean.

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from $8,120

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Cruising the Dalmatian Coast and the Ionian Sea: Venice to Athens – with Smithsonian Journeys

Venice - Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Explore the Dalmatian Coast
• Discover UNESCO Heritage Sites
• Experience the nightlife
• Discover Corinth Canal and Itea

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Venice / Athens

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Wine Tasting

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On this 8-day expedition cruise with Smithsonian Journeys from Venice to Athens aboard the Le Boreal. Uncover the artistic and cultural treasures of the Ionian, Adriatic, and Aegean Seas. Cruise through Italy, Croatia, Montenegro, and Greece, visiting notable destinations such as Venice, Dubrovnik, Kotor, and Athens.

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from $6,520

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Cruising the Aegean: Turkey and the Greek Isles – with Smithsonian Journeys

Athens - Istanbul - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Discover sites of ancient Greece
• Visit cultural and historical sites
• Explore the Mycenae ruins
• View the windmills of Mykonos

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Athens / Istanbul

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Cruise through Greece and Turkey aboard Le Boreal on an 8-day cruise. Visit iconic destinations like Athens, Nafplion, Paros, Delos, Mykonos, Kusadasi, Patmos, Canakkale, and Istanbul. Explore UNESCO landmarks, ancient ruins, picturesque villages, and turquoise coves. A perfect blend of history, culture, and breathtaking scenery awaits.

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from $7,060

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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage – with Smithsonian Journeys

Glasgow, Scotland - Bergen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse

• Explore Glasgow’s vibrant charm
• Experience Portree’s scenic beauty
• Visit Kirkwall’s historic treasures
• Marvel at Olden’s glacial wonders

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Glasgow / Bergen

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Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse to explore Scotland’s rugged isles and Norway’s stunning fjords. Highlights include the Isle of Skye, the Briksdal Glacier, and UNESCO sites like Orkney’s Standing Stones and Bergen’s Bryggen Wharf.

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from $8,690

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Iceland Voyage: Land of Fire and Ice with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot

• Explore Reykjavik’s vibrant streets
• Visit Isafjordur picturesque fjord
• Wander Akureyri’s colorful streets
• Discover Heimaey’s volcanic island

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Explore Iceland’s stunning west coast on this 8-day cruise aboard Le Bellot, featuring glaciers, fjords, volcanoes, and geysers. Highlights include Reykjavík’s colorful charm, Grimsey’s seabird colonies, Akureyri’s geothermal wonders, and the iconic Golden Circle or whale-watching adventures.

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from $8,640

No SS

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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords

Bergen - Glasgow - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse

• Discover Glasgow’s vibrant arts
• Stroll Kirkwall’s medieval streets
• Admire Fort William’s scenery
• Experience Hebrides’ rugged beauty

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Bergen / Glasgow

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Embark on an 8-day cruise on Le Laperouse, exploring Scotland and Norway's Celtic and Viking heritage. Discover stunning landscapes, ancient sites, and breathtaking wonders from Bergen to Glasgow, including the Orkney Islands and Isle of Skye.

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from $11,030

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Cruising the Norwegian Fjords – with Smithsonian Journeys

Bergen to Oslo - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse

• Explore Bergen’s historic streets
• Explore Gothenburg’s culture
• Visit Olden’s Briksdal Glacier
• Wander Arendal’s coastal landscapes

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Bergen / Oslo

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Sail through Norway on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse, exploring breathtaking fjords, historic cities, and cultural landmarks. Encounter towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and charming Nordic villages while experiencing the best of Scandinavian nature and culture.

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from $5,920

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Natural Wonders and Cultural Jewels of Dalmatia

Venice - Dubrovnik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Explore Venice’s timeless alleys
• Admire Primosten’s peninsula views
• Walk Split’s Roman palace
• Wander Hvar’s ancient plains

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Venice / Dubrovnik

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Embark on an 8-day cruise from Venice to Dubrovnik on the Le Bougainville, featuring relaxing activities and unique excursions like truffle hunting and vintage car tours. Explore historic towns and stunning UNESCO sites along the culturally rich Adriatic coastline.

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