Ocean cruises

Iceland’s diverse attractions are revealed on this voyage that sails roundtrip from the capital of Reykjavík. Akureyri offers the world’s northernmost 18-hole golf course and the local museums and galleries along Art Alley. Ísafjörður and Grundarfjörður are both great places for whale watching and kayaking, as well as for birdwatching excursions to nearby islands to search for puffins, eider ducks and Arctic terns.

This cruise, will cultivate the art of peaceful travel as well as a family spirit, thanks to its customised activities on board and on shore for youngsters*, with the Kid Explorers Club.

From the pearl of the French Riviera, set sail on a 9-day cruise in the Mediterranean. Aboard Le Boréal, discover the Isle of Beauty and the captivating shores of northwest Italy during an unforgettable trip.

Throughout your journey, you will benefit from an excursion included per person per port of call, to choose from a selection offered by PONANT. During this cruise, dive into the teeming waters of the wild Revellata peninsula at the gates of Calvi, discover the Villa Dei Mulini, Napoleon’s former winter residence in Portoferraio, or set off to discover the captivating nature of Portofino. The diversity of experiences on offer promises you intense and varied moments (to discover the full range of excursions, go to the itinerary tab).

From Nice, you will set a course towards the northern coastlines of Corsica to reach Saint-Florent.  At the foot of the mountains of Cap Corse and the Agriates desert, the beauty of the landscapes gives this ancient Genoese city a picture-postcard appearance. Further south, Propriano amazes with its rich history and surprises with its incredible beauty. Here, the coastline edging the scrubland, with its distinctly Mediterranean scents, alternates between long sandy beaches and breathtaking coves.

Then, the island of Giglio stands before you. On this mountainous land covered by garrigue on which pine forests and vineyards grow, fine sandy beaches and hidden coves compose a landscape in which the emerald sea serves as a setting for wild nature.

Le Boréal will then stop at Porto Ercole, a charming village with colourful houses, on the Monte Argentario peninsula. Here, you will have the possibility of meeting fisherman from the Orbetello Lagoon as well as local producers. The peninsula’s rolling and lush landscapes will also provide you with opportunities for magnificent hikes.

After a port of call at Portoferraio, a small corner of paradise on the island of Elba, where Napoleon spent many days in exile, stop in Portofino. Built in a natural harbour protected by a pine forest, it is a picturesque and lively port that has successfully retained its authenticity and traditions.

Your ship will make its way to Calvi, in the heart of the Balagne region. Between jagged peaks and sublime beaches with turquoise waters, you will enjoy the experience of wild and authentic Corsica.

Your cruise will end in Nice, famous for its never-ending riviera.

*for children aged 4 to 13 years old

The Balearic Islands feature an array of natural and cultural wonders, from the pristine beaches of Ibiza to the dramatic stalactites enveloping an underground lake in Mallorca’s Drach Caves to the palatial Gregorian mansions in the harbor of Mahón on Menorca. Italy likewise offers beautiful beaches and grottoes on the island of Sardinia before you sail for the glamorous promenades of the French Riviera. 

 

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Embark on an expedition cruise to Greenland, following in the footsteps of the Vikings, the very first polar explorers. As you travel from east to west, from one port of call to the next, you will discover the spectacular landscapes of these wild lands, from icebergs casting blue-tinged reflections on the horizon to majestic fjords, snow-capped mountains, rocky cliffs and waterfalls... The absolute highlight of the trip will be navigating Disko Bay amongst the largest icebergs in the Northern Hemisphere. During your journey, you will undoubtedly have the opportunity to observe marine mammals and a variety of bird species.

We are privileged guests in these remote lands where we are at the mercy of weather, ice, tidal and current conditions. Landings on certain sites and the observation of certain wildlife cannot be guaranteed. They vary from day to day, making each PONANT cruise a unique experience. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, while complying with the safety rules and instructions imposed by the AECO.

Discover the region of Thule, the mythical territory of the Far North, on a PONANT itinerary along the coastline of Baffin Bay. Between Greenland's west coast with its mountains softened by glaciers to the Arctic mountain range's steep slopes and Thule's high Arctic tundra, you will sail through the polar region's most spectacular landscapes.

From Kangerlussuaq, set off aboard L’Austral on a 17-day expedition cruise to the far reaches of the planet. From the ice cap to the ice floes, via glaciers, icebergs and brash ice, you will sail among the Northern Hemisphere’s largest ice producers.

North of the Baffin Sea, in the region of Thule, guided by your Captain and your Expedition Leader, you will experience a tricky but spectacular sail between drifting icebergs and sheets of ice floe. If you are lucky you will observe one of the many polar bears that roam this favourable environment.

We are privileged guests in these remote lands where we are at the mercy of weather, ice, tidal and current conditions. Landings on certain sites and the observation of certain wildlife cannot be guaranteed. They vary from day to day, making each PONANT cruise a unique experience. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, while complying with the safety rules and instructions imposed by the AECO.