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Curated Voyages to Indulge Your Inner Explorer
Curated Voyages to Indulge Your Inner Explorer
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EXPERT-LED EXPERIENCES
EXCEPTIONAL VOYAGES TO ENGAGE IN YOUR WORLD
Set sail on an expertly curated journey that blends world-class travel with immersive cultural experiences. Aboard PONANT EXPLORATIONS luxurious small ships, you’ll enjoy enriching talks and discussions led by esteemed guest speakers who offer unique insights into art, history, and culture. From timeless masterpieces to contemporary expressions, these themed voyages promise meaningful engagement and unforgettable moments.
In addition to the signature elements of the PONANT EXPLORATIONS experience, these voyages include airport transfers to and from the ship on embarkation and disembarkation days, expert-led programming, and a shore excursion in each port of call designed to immerse guests in the local culture, flavors, and traditions.
INCLUDED IN THESE SELECT FEATURED VOYAGE
✓ A series of lectures, performances, and tastings aboard led by a team of experts (as applicable)
✓ An included shore excursion in each port of call
✓ All meals aboard ship, including early riser’s coffee and pastries, breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner
✓ Open bar aboard ship, including select wines served with lunch and dinner
✓ Complimentary 24-hour room service
✓ Unlimited Starlink Wi-Fi access
✓ Airport/ship transfers and luggage handling on the days of embarkation and disembarkation*
✓ Gratuities to shipboard personnel, porters, guides, and drivers
✓ Port taxes and charges
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A Celebration of Art Featuring the 61st Venice Biennale
VALLETTA • VENICE
Aboard Le Bougainville
HIGHLIGHTS:
− Your Experts: Engaging lectures and discussions aboard with two accompanying art experts from Christie's Auction House: Adrien Meyer, Global Head of Private Sales, Co-Chairman of Impressionist and Modern Art, and Chief Auctioneer; and Kathryn Widing, Senior Vice President, Senior Specialist in Post-War and Contemporary Art, and Head of the 21st Century Evening Sale.
− Two full days of exclusive access to exhibits and events of the Venice Biennale, including exclusive visits and dinner at the museums of the Pinault Collection.
− The Greek and Roman ruins in Syracuse.
− The unique Baroque/Rococo architecture of Lecce.
− The Renaissance art of the National Gallery of the Marche.
− The trulli houses of Alberobello.
− Ravenna's Byzantine churches and their mosaics.
This voyage will operate in English and French.
No Single Supplement available.
HIGHLIGHTS:
− Your Experts: Engaging lectures and discussions aboard with two accompanying art experts from Christie's Auction House: Adrien Meyer, Global Head of Private Sales, Co-Chairman of Impressionist and Modern Art, and Chief Auctioneer; and Kathryn Widing, Senior Vice President, Senior Specialist in Post-War and Contemporary Art, and Head of the 21st Century Evening Sale.
− Two full days of exclusive access to exhibits and events of the Venice Biennale, including exclusive visits and dinner at the museums of the Pinault Collection.
− The Greek and Roman ruins in Syracuse.
− The unique Baroque/Rococo architecture of Lecce.
− The Renaissance art of the National Gallery of the Marche.
− The trulli houses of Alberobello.
− Ravenna's Byzantine churches and their mosaics.
This voyage will operate in English and French.
No Single Supplement available.
A World Affairs Voyage from Copenhagen to London
COPENHAGEN • LONDON
Aboard Le Champlain
HIGHLIGHTS:
− Your Experts: Two leading international affairs experts, including Admiral James Stavridis, former NATO Supreme Allied Commander.
− Explore the Hanseatic League’s legacy in UNESCO-listed towns like Lübeck, Rostock, and Wismar.
− Visit the Woudagemaal pumping station and explore Amsterdam’s Royal Palace or the Dutch Resistance Museum.
− Tour institutions like the European Parliament, Peace Palace, and military museums in Brussels and Dunkirk.
This voyage will operate in English.
No Single Supplement available.
HIGHLIGHTS:
− Your Experts: Two leading international affairs experts, including Admiral James Stavridis, former NATO Supreme Allied Commander.
− Explore the Hanseatic League’s legacy in UNESCO-listed towns like Lübeck, Rostock, and Wismar.
− Visit the Woudagemaal pumping station and explore Amsterdam’s Royal Palace or the Dutch Resistance Museum.
− Tour institutions like the European Parliament, Peace Palace, and military museums in Brussels and Dunkirk.
This voyage will operate in English.
No Single Supplement available.
A Symphony at Sea: The Musical Traditions of Greece
ATHENS • ATHENS
Aboard Le Champlain
HIGHLIGHTS:
− Your Experts: Boston Pops conductor Keith Lockhart and world-class musicians including pianist Jihye Chang, cellist Alistair MacRae, soprano Allison Pohl, violist Scott Rawls, violinist Wendy Rawls, and violinist Benjamin Sung.
− A program of musical performances aboard ship and specially curated excursions ashore.
− Visit the Minoan Palace of Knossos or experience Cretan traditions and dances in the village of Arolithos.
− Discover Santorini’s volcanic history at Akrotiri, and explore Rhodes’ medieval streets and the Acropolis of Lindos.
− Explore Amorgos’ age-old practices, Delos’ ancient ruins, Mykonos’ chic resort life, and Hydra’s traditional charm without motorized vehicles.
This voyage will operate in English and French.
No Single Supplement available.
HIGHLIGHTS:
− Your Experts: Boston Pops conductor Keith Lockhart and world-class musicians including pianist Jihye Chang, cellist Alistair MacRae, soprano Allison Pohl, violist Scott Rawls, violinist Wendy Rawls, and violinist Benjamin Sung.
− A program of musical performances aboard ship and specially curated excursions ashore.
− Visit the Minoan Palace of Knossos or experience Cretan traditions and dances in the village of Arolithos.
− Discover Santorini’s volcanic history at Akrotiri, and explore Rhodes’ medieval streets and the Acropolis of Lindos.
− Explore Amorgos’ age-old practices, Delos’ ancient ruins, Mykonos’ chic resort life, and Hydra’s traditional charm without motorized vehicles.
This voyage will operate in English and French.
No Single Supplement available.
Celebrating America's 250th: An Exploration of History and Culture
HALIFAX • BALTIMORE
Aboard L'Austral
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Your Experts: Global humanitarians Martin Luther King III and Arndrea Waters King.
- Onboard lectures from a thematic expert to provide further context and perspective on American history and culture.
- A diverse and multicultural approach to celebrating 250 years of the American experience.
- Sites associated with the Colonial Period and the American Revolution in Boston and Philadelphia.
- A tour celebrating women's heritage in Boston.
- Opportunities to pay tribute to the fallen at the September 11 memorial or trace your heritage at Ellis Island, or visit the Tenement Museum and early immigrant neighborhoods of the Lower East Side in New York.
- A discovery of Black history or visit to Amish Country in Philadelphia.
- A visit to the National Museum of the American Indian in New York.
- Culinary tours in Philadelphia and Boston.
This voyage will operate in English.
No Single Supplement available.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Your Experts: Global humanitarians Martin Luther King III and Arndrea Waters King.
- Onboard lectures from a thematic expert to provide further context and perspective on American history and culture.
- A diverse and multicultural approach to celebrating 250 years of the American experience.
- Sites associated with the Colonial Period and the American Revolution in Boston and Philadelphia.
- A tour celebrating women's heritage in Boston.
- Opportunities to pay tribute to the fallen at the September 11 memorial or trace your heritage at Ellis Island, or visit the Tenement Museum and early immigrant neighborhoods of the Lower East Side in New York.
- A discovery of Black history or visit to Amish Country in Philadelphia.
- A visit to the National Museum of the American Indian in New York.
- Culinary tours in Philadelphia and Boston.
This voyage will operate in English.
No Single Supplement available.
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Cruising Southern Spain and Portugal – with Smithsonian Journeys
BARCELONA • LISBON
Aboard Le Boréal
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Your Smithsonian Journeys Experts: expert in the classics Janet Duncan Jones and cultural and linguistic anthropologist Kerri Lesh.
- Engaging lectures and discussions on board with two Smithsonian Journeys Experts.
- A cruise to discover the landscapes, architecture, and rich cultural history of Southern Spain.
- UNESCO World Heritage sites en route: the Alcázar in Seville from Cádiz, the Alhambra in Granada from Malaga, and La Lonja de la Seda in Valencia.
- A discovery of the Balearic Islands with a stop in Palma de Mallorca, their capital.
- A flamenco performance in Cadiz.
- A tasting of Algarve wines in Lagos.
This voyage will operate in English.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Your Smithsonian Journeys Experts: expert in the classics Janet Duncan Jones and cultural and linguistic anthropologist Kerri Lesh.
- Engaging lectures and discussions on board with two Smithsonian Journeys Experts.
- A cruise to discover the landscapes, architecture, and rich cultural history of Southern Spain.
- UNESCO World Heritage sites en route: the Alcázar in Seville from Cádiz, the Alhambra in Granada from Malaga, and La Lonja de la Seda in Valencia.
- A discovery of the Balearic Islands with a stop in Palma de Mallorca, their capital.
- A flamenco performance in Cadiz.
- A tasting of Algarve wines in Lagos.
This voyage will operate in English.
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In alliance with Cuisine et Vins de France - Caribbean Flavours
FORT-DE-FRANCE • FORT-DE-FRANCE
Aboard Le Bougainville
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Your Experts: Michelin-starred Chef Marcel Ravin, Pastry Chef Eddie Benghanem, and Editor Sophie Menut Yovanovitch.
- An exclusive voyage in alliance with Cuisine et Vins de France, including two gala dinners and a culinary demonstration hosted by Michelin-starred chef Marcel Ravin, a rum tasting, and opportunities to chat with the experts on board.
- Majestic nature (the immaculate beaches of White Bay, granite rocks of The Bath, etc.), teeming underwater life, iconic historic sites (including Nelson’s Dockyard on Antigua).
- Visit Nelson’s Dockyard in Antigua (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), discovering a distillery on Marie-Galante,.
- Discover the Guadeloupe National Park near Deshaies.
This voyage will operate in English and French.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Your Experts: Michelin-starred Chef Marcel Ravin, Pastry Chef Eddie Benghanem, and Editor Sophie Menut Yovanovitch.
- An exclusive voyage in alliance with Cuisine et Vins de France, including two gala dinners and a culinary demonstration hosted by Michelin-starred chef Marcel Ravin, a rum tasting, and opportunities to chat with the experts on board.
- Majestic nature (the immaculate beaches of White Bay, granite rocks of The Bath, etc.), teeming underwater life, iconic historic sites (including Nelson’s Dockyard on Antigua).
- Visit Nelson’s Dockyard in Antigua (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), discovering a distillery on Marie-Galante,.
- Discover the Guadeloupe National Park near Deshaies.
This voyage will operate in English and French.
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Panama, Colombia & Caribbean Islands
FORT-DE-FRANCE • COLÓN
Aboard Le Lapérouse
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Your Experts: Author Kamel Daoud and Journalist Christophe Ono-dit-Biot,
- Onboard lectures sharing experts perspectives of history as a writer and a journalist.
- Discover UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as the fortifications of Portobelo; the Pitons of Saint Lucia; and Cartagena de Indias.
This voyage will operate in English and French.
No Single Supplement available.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Your Experts: Author Kamel Daoud and Journalist Christophe Ono-dit-Biot,
- Onboard lectures sharing experts perspectives of history as a writer and a journalist.
- Discover UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as the fortifications of Portobelo; the Pitons of Saint Lucia; and Cartagena de Indias.
This voyage will operate in English and French.
No Single Supplement available.
Panama and Costa Rica by Sea: The Natural Wonders of Central America – with Smithsonian Journeys
PUNTARENAS • COLÓN
Aboard Le Lapérouse
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Your Smithsonian Journeys Experts: naturalist Dennis Wille and historian Ralph DeFalco.
- Engaging lectures and discussions on board with two Smithsonian Journeys Experts.
- A specially arranged visit to the Punta Culebra Nature Center at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI), guided by Smithsonian staff.
- Opportunity to swim and snorkel on beautiful Holandes Cayes, one of the magnificent islets of the San Blas Islands.
- A daytime crossing of the Panama Canal, a true masterpiece of civil engineering.
- The UNESCO World Heritage Darién National Park and its magnificent rainforest.
- An exploration of the region’s rich and myriad tropical flora and fauna in Manuel Antonio National Park.
- Encounters with the local indigenous Guna and Emberá communities.
This voyage will operate in English.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Your Smithsonian Journeys Experts: naturalist Dennis Wille and historian Ralph DeFalco.
- Engaging lectures and discussions on board with two Smithsonian Journeys Experts.
- A specially arranged visit to the Punta Culebra Nature Center at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI), guided by Smithsonian staff.
- Opportunity to swim and snorkel on beautiful Holandes Cayes, one of the magnificent islets of the San Blas Islands.
- A daytime crossing of the Panama Canal, a true masterpiece of civil engineering.
- The UNESCO World Heritage Darién National Park and its magnificent rainforest.
- An exploration of the region’s rich and myriad tropical flora and fauna in Manuel Antonio National Park.
- Encounters with the local indigenous Guna and Emberá communities.
This voyage will operate in English.
Cruising the Caribbean's Windward Islands – with Smithsonian Journeys
VIEUX FORT • VIEUX FORT
Aboard Le Bougainville
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Your Smithsonian Journeys Experts: former diplomat Hugh Neighbour and geologist Brent Garry.
- Engaging lectures and discussions on board with two Smithsonian Journeys Experts.
- UNESCO World Heritage sites: The Pitons of St. Lucia and Historic Bridgetown in Barbados.
- A true picture-perfect sampling of the West Indies: endless white-sand beaches, colorful reefs, idyllic turquoise waters, and the laid-back island way of life.
- A discovery of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, considered one of the world’s most stunning archipelagos.
- A barbecue lunch on your private beach on the island of Mayreau.
This voyage will operate in English.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Your Smithsonian Journeys Experts: former diplomat Hugh Neighbour and geologist Brent Garry.
- Engaging lectures and discussions on board with two Smithsonian Journeys Experts.
- UNESCO World Heritage sites: The Pitons of St. Lucia and Historic Bridgetown in Barbados.
- A true picture-perfect sampling of the West Indies: endless white-sand beaches, colorful reefs, idyllic turquoise waters, and the laid-back island way of life.
- A discovery of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, considered one of the world’s most stunning archipelagos.
- A barbecue lunch on your private beach on the island of Mayreau.
This voyage will operate in English.
Gastronomic Journey Through Iberian Coasts
LISBON • BARCELONA
Aboard Le Boréal
HIGHLIGHTS:
- A unique gastronomic journey in alliance with Ducasse Paris, inviting culinary exploration during unforgettable dinners and cooking demonstrations.
- An escapade to the major cities around the Iberian Peninsula: Cadiz, Sevilla, Malaga, Cartagena.
- Explore the picturesque villages in the Cadiz region; a cavalcade at a finca in Cartagena, etc.
This voyage will operate in English and French.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- A unique gastronomic journey in alliance with Ducasse Paris, inviting culinary exploration during unforgettable dinners and cooking demonstrations.
- An escapade to the major cities around the Iberian Peninsula: Cadiz, Sevilla, Malaga, Cartagena.
- Explore the picturesque villages in the Cadiz region; a cavalcade at a finca in Cartagena, etc.
This voyage will operate in English and French.
The Atlantic coast - with the Paris Opera Ballet
LISBON • BORDEAUX
Aboard Le Boréal
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Your Experts: Classical dance teacher Yann Saïz, Etoile of the Ballet of the Paris Opera Amandine Albisson, and Sujet of the Ballet of the Paris Opera Lorenzo Lelli.
- A dance-oriented journey: shows on board, two exclusive performances on shore, discussions with the dancers, and classical dance lessons given by a teacher from the Opéra de Paris.
- Unique moments with the dancers during discussions, talks and screenings, and classical dance lessons given by a teacher from the Opéra de Paris.
- Places of interest: the UNESCO-listed historic centre of Oporto; the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Santiago de Compostela; Avilés, home to medieval, Gothic, Romanesque and modern architecture.
This voyage will operate in English and French.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Your Experts: Classical dance teacher Yann Saïz, Etoile of the Ballet of the Paris Opera Amandine Albisson, and Sujet of the Ballet of the Paris Opera Lorenzo Lelli.
- A dance-oriented journey: shows on board, two exclusive performances on shore, discussions with the dancers, and classical dance lessons given by a teacher from the Opéra de Paris.
- Unique moments with the dancers during discussions, talks and screenings, and classical dance lessons given by a teacher from the Opéra de Paris.
- Places of interest: the UNESCO-listed historic centre of Oporto; the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Santiago de Compostela; Avilés, home to medieval, Gothic, Romanesque and modern architecture.
This voyage will operate in English and French.
Made in Italy, the luxury edition
LIVORNO • VENICE
Aboard Le Boréal
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Exclusive encounters with artisans of exceptional skill: a gemstone-cutting demonstration with a Pomellato master, and a conversation with a Brioni tailor about the art of the perfect cut.
- From Florence to Venice, private visits to the Gucci archives, the historic Ginori 1735 ceramic workshops, and an exclusive tour of Palazzo Van Axel, Bottega Veneta’s Venetian residence.
- Rare and intimate experiences: Napoleon’s summer residence in Portoferraio, the perched villages of Tuscany, and the golden light shimmering over the Venetian lagoon, between sea and living heritage.
This voyage will operate in English and French.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Exclusive encounters with artisans of exceptional skill: a gemstone-cutting demonstration with a Pomellato master, and a conversation with a Brioni tailor about the art of the perfect cut.
- From Florence to Venice, private visits to the Gucci archives, the historic Ginori 1735 ceramic workshops, and an exclusive tour of Palazzo Van Axel, Bottega Veneta’s Venetian residence.
- Rare and intimate experiences: Napoleon’s summer residence in Portoferraio, the perched villages of Tuscany, and the golden light shimmering over the Venetian lagoon, between sea and living heritage.
This voyage will operate in English and French.
Life Aboard the PONANT EXPLORATIONS Ships
For over 35 years, PONANT EXPLORATIONS has been leading like-minded adventurers to all seven continents. What first began aboard a 32-guest sailing yacht soon evolved into a fleet of 12 small ships, each designed for navigating and exploring the globe. PONANT ships embody French sophistication in refined exploration, infused with the vibrant art de vivre of the company’s French heritage.