Cruises Operated by Ponant Explorations Group

Sail from Reykjavík through Greenland and Svalbard aboard Le Commandant Charcot during a 17-day Arctic cruise. This itinerary stands out through rare access to North-East Greenland ice fields and isolated wildlife regions across the High Arctic.

This 15-day cruise offers a unique opportunity to explore Greenland's northeast coast, one of the most remote regions in the Far North. Take the time to explore the coasts of Blosseville, Ittoqqortoormiit, and Greenland's northeast.

Embark on a 19-day Polar voyage cruise aboard Le Boreal. Sail via the Falkland Islands and South Georgia, encounter penguins and seals, cross the Drake Passage, and explore Antarctic Peninsula sites by Zodiac and guided landings.

Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Champlain to discover Scotland's rugged isles and Norway's stunning fjords. Highlights include the Isle of Skye, Orkney's ancient Standing Stones, Shetland's Jarlshof, Olden's Briksdal Glacier, the Flam Railway, and Bergen's historic Bryggen Wharf.

Explore the heart of the Mediterranean on this 8-day Mediterranean Island Cruise with Smithsonian Journeys from Valletta to Nice aboard Le Bougainville. Discover Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and Elba's historical civilizations that left mark on these islands' language, cuisine, art, and architecture.

Embark on this 8-day Arctic cruise of Iceland aboard Le Bellot, departing from the capital city of Reykjavik. Bird lovers rejoice at the wealth of seabirds, especially at Grimsey Island. You'll also witness Isafjordur, nestled in a dramatic landscape of volcanoes, glaciers, and snow-capped peaks, all while learning about the local culture.

Discover our planet’s northernmost point during this unique 16-day sailing expedition aboard Le Commandant-Charcot, the first hybrid electric polar exploration vessel.

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.

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.

Set sail on an 8-day cruise to Croatia, Under Sail aboard Le Ponant roundtrip Dubrovnik. Explore Mljet Island, Korcula, Komiza, Hvar, Pučišća, Šipan, and the picturesque port of Kotor in Montenegro.

Embark on a 16-day cruise across Greenland, Newfoundland, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, Quebec, and Ontario board Le Bellot . Visit Qaqortoq, L’Anse aux Meadows, Saint John’s, Montreal, Tadoussac, and the Saint Lawrence Seaway while exploring fjords, Viking heritage sites, fishing towns, wildlife habitats, and historic waterways.

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