2026 LAST-MINUTE LUXURY VOYAGES
2026 LAST-MINUTE LUXURY VOYAGES
Adventure. Luxury. French. The three words that come to mind when I think of the luxury cruise brand PONANT EXPLORATIONS. They are world leaders in exploration, focusing on sleek small ships that deliver incredible personalized experiences, both onboard and ashore, in all parts of the world: from refined Mediterranean journeys to polar explorations.
If you are new to PONANT EXPLORATIONS, I hope you find this introduction valuable. If you are already familiar, perhaps this will ignite memories of a special cruising destination. In any case, please do reach out if you'd like information on cruising with PONANT EXPLORATIONS. I highly recommend it!
Kangerlussuaq - Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Aboard Le Lyrial
Flight Paris/Kangerlussuaq + Transfers + Flight Saint-Pierre and Miquelon/Montreal*
See the infinity of the polar expanses unfurl its grandeur during a cruise taking you from Greenland to the Nunavut to reach the coastlines of Labrador and the sumptuous island of Newfoundland. Encounters with local people, the exciting history of the Arctic territories and many unforgettable hikes will mark this 15-day journey aboard Le Lyrial.
Saint Pierre and Miquelon - Montreal
Aboard Le Lyrial, Le Boréal
Flight Montreal/Saint Pierre and Miquelon + Transfers*
The river that turns into an ocean, sublime scenery inhabited by wild fauna, the echo of history that reverberates on the bend of a shore, during an all-new expedition cruise, PONANT EXPLORATIONS invites you to sail up the Saint Lawrence. During 12 unforgettable days, the woodsy aromas of forests will embellish the panoramas of this unique region in the world.
Montreal - New York
Aboard Le Lyrial
From Montreal to New York, PONANT proposes an exceptional cruise aboard Le Boréal for a 14-day itinerary discovering the immense preserved spaces and cultural treasures of Canada and the American East Coast.
Athens - Athens
Aboard Le Champlain
From Athens, set sail for an 8-day cruise in the heart of Greece. From the Thessaly region to the Peloponnese via Macedonia, discover ports nestling in gulfs, unspoiled islands, and ancient monasteries that seem to be hanging from the sky. From the sheer coastlines bordered by paradisiacal turquoise waters to the archaeological sites that are as emblematic as they are monumental, let yourself fall under the spell of these jewels of the Aegean Sea.
Ushuaia - Ushuaia
Aboard L'Austral
Overnight in Buenos Aires + Flight Buenos Aires/Ushuaia + Flight Ushuaia/Buenos Aires + Transfers*
If there is one place on the globe that fires the imagination of travelers and invites an instant thirst for adventure, it is the immaculate and faraway lands of the White Continent. Inhabited by a surprising endemic fauna, the Antarctic will welcome you during an 11-day expedition cruise.
An attentive crew, expertise, fine dining and more. Within a fully 5 star setting, PONANT EXPLORATIONS takes you to discover incredible destinations while offering you a travel experience that is both authentic and sophisticated. PONANT is an exponent for the French way of life across every sea on the globe. On board, this is translated through exceptional services, a multilingual crew and bringing French know-how to the fore.
✓ An included shore excursion in each port of call
✓ All gourmet meals aboard ship
✓ Open bar aboard ship, including select wines served with lunch and dinner
✓ Complimentary 24-hour room service
✓ Unlimited Starlink Wi-Fi access
✓ Gratuities
✓ Port taxes and charges
With 122 to 132 staterooms and suites, these four distinguished SISTERSHIPS remain true to PONANT's philosophy: traveling on small-capacity vessels with a unique atmosphere: a subtle blend of intimacy and well-being. Decorated with furnishings in high-quality materials, with soft and soothing tones, they express the French way of life, its understated sophistication, combining chic and natural refinement. Launched between 2010 and 2015, they are part of the youngest fleet at sea.
Le Boréal, L’Austral, Le Soléal, Le Lyrial
Created in 2018, the PONANT EXPLORERS series consists of small-sized ships, which combine respect for the environment, elegant design and cutting-edge technology. They feature the Blue Eye lounge, which sits in the hull below the water line and allows guests to relax in a unique environment as they watch the underwater world come to life. These six exceptional yachts, with just 92 staterooms and suites, bear the names of French explorers who went in search of previously unknown territories.
Le Lapérouse, Le Champlain, Le Bougainville, Le Dumont-d’Urville, Le Jacques-Cartier, Le Bellot
The world's only luxury icebreaker
Reach the Geographic and Magnetic North Poles, cross the Arctic Ocean, or discover the rarely visited corners of Northeastern Greenland... Le Commandant Charcot has been designed to take you in the footsteps of the great polar explorers, in an elegant setting with amenities which, until now, have never been offered in the furthermost areas of the northern and southern hemispheres. More than just conventional cruises, these are true polar odysseys made possible onboard this new electric hybrid vessel powered by Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG).
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Fares are in USD, per guest, and inclusive of port taxes, fees, and up to 30% PONANT Bonus Savings. Price varies by departure and are subject to change without notice and based on availability. One select shore excursion or activity ashore in each port of call is included, offered on a space-available basis.
*On select sailings transfer(s) and luggage handling may be included from the airport to the ship on the day of embarkation, and/or from the ship to the airport at the end of the cruise on the morning of disembarkation. On select sailing, flight(s) may be included, based on availability at the time of booking. Fight schedule is indicated on the electronic ticket included in the travel documents.
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