PONANT EXPLORATIONS Voyages in Alliance with Smithsonian Journeys

Some travel to unwind. Some travel to explore.

For over 35 years, PONANT EXPLORATIONS has been taking adventurers to all seven continents, offering exceptional travel experiences. On select sailings, Smithsonian Journeys Experts host an engaging onboard lecture series that will captivate your curiosity. If you're looking for exploration and cultural immersion, I highly recommend these exclusive itineraries in alliance with Smithsonian Journeys.

While traditional PONANT EXPLORATIONS voyages are offered in both French and English, these special expert-led voyages are curated for English-speaking travelers while showcasing PONANT EXPLORATIONS’ signature French flair in onboard delivery and service.

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2026 & 2027 PONANT EXPLORATIONS and Smithsonian Journeys

What is Included

• Engaging lectures and discussions on board provided by two knowledgeable Smithsonian Journeys Experts, selected for their expertise in history, art, the natural world, or other topics relevant to the destinations
• A voyage specially tailored for English-speaking travelers with one included shore excursion or activity in each port of call
• Transfers from the airport to the ship on embarkation day, and from the ship to the airport on disembarkation day
• Internal flights and included pre/post hotel nights on expedition cruises, as applicable
• A PONANT EXPLORATIONS Travel Director
• All meals and open bar aboard ship
• 24-hour room service
• Complimentary Wi-Fi aboard ship
• Gratuities to shipboard personnel, porters, guides, and drivers

Smithsonian Journeys | PONANT EXPLORATIONS

Join Smithsonian Journeys and PONANT EXPLORATIONS on over 30 immersive itineraries worldwide with some of the leading minds in history, anthropology, and ecology. Voyages are enriched with expert lectures on board and complimentary shore excursions in every port of call.

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