Ponant – Expedition Cruises

“From secluded ports to secret seas, from forgotten beaches to remote lands, our experts choose itineraries that take you away from major tourist routes so you can enjoy unique cruises and shorelines that few have seen before.” – Ponant

Embark on a journey with Ponant, where luxury meets authenticity in an intimate, five-star setting. Ponant offers a unique cruising experience that embodies the French art of living, featuring exceptional service, multilingual crews, and refined gastronomy. Their fleet of elegant ships, including L’Austral, Le Bellot, Le Boreal, Le Champlain, Le Commandant Charcot, Le Laperouse, Le Lyrial, and Le Soleal, allows guests to explore the world’s most remote and breathtaking destinations, such as the icy expanses of Antarctica and the pristine wilderness of the Arctic.

With small-capacity ships providing access to secluded ports and hidden gems, Ponant delivers exclusive itineraries that venture beyond traditional routes. Whether navigating polar regions or tranquil archipelagos, guests enjoy thoughtfully designed spaces, gourmet dining, and enriching cultural experiences.

Don’t wait—contact us to secure your spot on one of these extraordinary journeys today and discover the world like never before!

Asia Pacific
Small Ship Expeditions

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Australia’s Iconic Kimberley Broome to Darwin

11 Days aboard Le Soleal

from $15,050pp

Departs 18 Aug 2026

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Europe
Small Ship Expeditions

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Total solar eclipse in the Mediterranean

9 Days aboard Le Boreal

from $10,780pp

Departs 06 Aug 2026

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Arctic & Alaska
Small Ship Expeditions

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Transarctic, the quest for the two North Poles

21 Days aboard Le Commandant Charcot

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Antarctica
Small Ship Expeditions

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The Great Austral Loop

19 Days aboard Le Boreal

from $32,950pp

Departs 14 Feb 2027

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Antarctica
Small Ship Expeditions

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Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula

20 Days aboard L’Austral

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Antarctica
Small Ship Expeditions

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The Great Austral Loop

19 Days aboard Le Lyrial

from $28,860pp

Departs 16 Nov 2026

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Antarctica
Small Ship Expeditions

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Antarctica: The White Continent – with Smithsonian Journeys

12 Days aboard L’Austral

from $24,620pp

Departs 16 Jan 2027

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Arctic & Alaska
Small Ship Expeditions

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Total Solar Eclipse in The Far North

14 Days aboard Le Lyrial

from $23,816pp

Departs 01 Aug 2026

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South America
Small Ship Expeditions

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The best of Chilean Fjords

15 Days aboard Le Lyrial

from $15,250pp

Departs 03 Nov 2026

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Arctic & Alaska
Small Ship Expeditions

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Expedition from Greenland to Canada via Saint Pierre and Miquelon

16 Days aboard Le Champlain

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Arctic & Alaska
Small Ship Expeditions

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Wilderness from Greenland to the East Coast of Canada

15 Days aboard Le Lyrial

from $22,060pp

Departs 09 Sep 2026

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Arctic & Alaska
Small Ship Expeditions

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Inuit spring of Ammassalik

11 Days aboard Le Commandant Charcot

from $34,100pp

Departs 15 May 2027

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