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Experience the Magic Up North in the Summer of 2023
PONANT & Smithsonian Journeys
A Unique Polar Odyssey
5 Inspired Destinations for Winter 2021-22

Summer 2023

Get Some Northern Exposure

Embark aboard our luxury ships in summer 2023 and depart for an authentic adventure through the captivating scenery of the North!

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Enriched to Inspire

PONANT | Smithsonian Journeys

Join us on curated, all inclusive itineraries which feature Smithsonian Journeys experts and included excursions that celebrate our instinct to explore.

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Le Commandant Charcot

Be a part of the history of polar exploration and push the limits of the known world aboard Le Commandant Charcot.

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Winter 2022-23

Antarctica, Latin America, Caribbean, Seychelles, Japan... this winter, get back to adventure!

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Why Ponant ?

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French art of living
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Inspirations

A selection of inspiring content to help you prepare for your next cruise.

On board our Sisterships

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Encounter with the emperor penguin

PONANT Expeditions

PONANT expeditions offer a blend of luxury, adventure, and exploration aboard intimate yachts to every corner of the globe.

Head to the Marquesas

Sublime moment

Hiking on the customs path in Belle-Île-en-Mer

Reaching the absolute aboard Le Commandant Charcot

A polar odyssey through the ice of the Arctic and Antarctica

"An exciting and relaxing experience. A very professional and discreet crew. Well thought out ports of call to combine excursions and personal time. Thank you for this first cruise." Stephanie M., returning from a cruise on Le Lyrial in the Adriatic" Noelle A., winter 2020, back from the Caribbean.