HIGHLIGHTS
- Sail through pack ice and ice floes aboard Le Commandant Charcot, a polar exploration vessel, in search of the Geographic North Pole, just like the great explorers.
- Discover the landscapes (ice compression ridges, mountains, deep valleys, vertiginous walls of ice, glaciers in Svalbard) and the wildlife (opportunities to glimpse or observe polar bears, seabirds, cetaceans, etc.).
- Activities : opportunities for outings and shore visits in a rubber dinghy; landings on the ice; kayaking; hiking or snowshoeing; polar plunging.
DATES / RATES
Rates are listed per person in USD. Promotional offers are not reflected in the rates below.
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| Start Date | End Date | Prestige Stateroom |
|---|
| Jul 27, 2027 | Aug 08, 2027 | 36,120 |
| Aug 08, 2027 | Aug 20, 2027 | 36,120 |
| Aug 20, 2027 | Sep 01, 2027 | 36,120 |
| Sep 01, 2027 | Sep 13, 2027 | 36,120 |
Flight Paris/Longyearbyen + Transfers + Flight Longyearbyen/Paris For your serenity, PONANT selects flights and organises transfers between the airport and the port (and vice-versa). This package is included in your cruise fare. Embarkation day - Paris/Longyearbyen Flight Paris/Longyearbyen selected by PONANT. Approximate flight duration: 4 h 30 We suggest you to be at the check-in counter 2 hours before departure. We highly recommend you arrive in Paris the day before this flight. Meet & greet at the airport by our local English-speaking representative. According to the arrival time at Longyearbyen, PONANT adapt its services or activities before your transfer to the pier for embarkation.
Rates are listed per person in USD. Promotional offers are not reflected in the rates below.
|
| Start Date | End Date | Prestige Stateroom |
|---|
| Jul 27, 2027 | Aug 08, 2027 | 36,120 |
| Aug 08, 2027 | Aug 20, 2027 | 36,120 |
| Aug 20, 2027 | Sep 01, 2027 | 36,120 |
| Sep 01, 2027 | Sep 13, 2027 | 36,120 |
Flight Paris/Longyearbyen + Transfers + Flight Longyearbyen/Paris For your serenity, PONANT selects flights and organises transfers between the airport and the port (and vice-versa). This package is included in your cruise fare. Embarkation day - Paris/Longyearbyen Flight Paris/Longyearbyen selected by PONANT. Approximate flight duration: 4 h 30 We suggest you to be at the check-in counter 2 hours before departure. We highly recommend you arrive in Paris the day before this flight. Meet & greet at the airport by our local English-speaking representative. According to the arrival time at Longyearbyen, PONANT adapt its services or activities before your transfer to the pier for embarkation.
ITINERARY
Day
1 : Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen
Longyearbyen
is the capital of the Norwegian Svalbard archipelago, located on
Svalbard’s main island, and is the northernmost territorial
capital on the planet. With winter temperatures dropping to below
40°C, the landscapes of this mining town are simply
breathtaking. The glaciers, the mountains stretching as far as the eye
can see and the untouched nature, make you feel like you’re
in completely unexplored territory.
Day
2 : At sea along Spitsbergen
The
largest island in the Svalbard archipelago, its name meaning
“pointed mountains” in German, Spitsbergen is the
last piece of land before the Arctic ice floe. Aboard your ship, you
will sail along the extremely spectacular coastline of this icy land.
Between millennial glaciers and rugged mountains, you will discover a
jagged coastline, hollowed-out by fjords. A unique setting, the refuge
of a particularly rich avifauna, offering you the possibility of taking
fabulous photographs from the deck of your ship.
Day
3-5 : Navigating through the sea ice
Enjoy
the absolutely unique experience of sailing to the heart of the ice
floe, this vast expanse of virgin, immaculate ice. The landscapes are
constantly changing, shifting from a smooth, flat wilderness to a chaos
of ice, then to channels of open water. Your ship will sail along these
naturally open channels and through the areas where the frozen layer is
thinnest, offering you the chance to experience magic maritime moments
in the midst of drifting sea ice. It will also often be an opportunity
to see a particular kind of fauna, totally dependent on the ice floe.
Day
6-7 : Geographic North Pole
Defined
by a 90° North latitude, the Geographic North Pole lies on the
Earth’s rotational axis, at the intersection of all
meridians. Plunged into darkness for six months of the year, then lit
by the sun for the following six months, this mythical site,
permanently covered in ice and remote from any land, has fascinated
generations of explorers. So far, only a very few people have ever
reached it: an exploit which is now accessible to you aboard Le
Commandant Charcot.
Day
8-10 : Navigating through the sea ice
Enjoy
the absolutely unique experience of sailing to the heart of the ice
floe, this vast expanse of virgin, immaculate ice. The landscapes are
constantly changing, shifting from a smooth, flat wilderness to a chaos
of ice, then to channels of open water. Your ship will sail along these
naturally open channels and through the areas where the frozen layer is
thinnest, offering you the chance to experience magic maritime moments
in the midst of drifting sea ice. It will also often be an opportunity
to see a particular kind of fauna, totally dependent on the ice floe.
Day
11 : Ny-Alesund, Spitsbergen
During
your cruise, discover Ny-Ålesund, a former mining town that
has been transformed into a scientific base. Founded in 1916, this
small town was the departure point for many Arctic expeditions,
including those of the famous explorer Roald Amundsen. Don't miss a
visit to the museum and its famous post office, considered to be the
most northerly in the world!
Day
12 : North-West region of Spitsbergen
A
kingdom of contrasts and natural marvels dotted with islands and
peninsulas, northwest Spitsbergen fascinates with its preserved beauty.
On these pristine lands, infinity unveils itself, treating the eyes to
beauty sculpted by nature and enhanced by the changing light. The
fjords bathed by icy waters, the jagged mountains and the imposing
glaciers stand majestically before you, like monumental sculptures. In
these lands, where souls are filled with deep serenity, only the murmur
of broken ice, bearing mysteries and legends, disturbs the calmness.
Aboard our Zodiacs and in the company of naturalist-guides, get as
close as possible to this unique fauna and discover this centre for
scientific expedition departures. In the distance, majestic whales
glide silently through the glacial waters, whereas seals, walrus and
Arctic foxes add a playful touch of life. As Svalbard reindeer wander
the vast expanses, Arctic terns liven up the polar sky with their
gracious flight and polar bears, which you may be lucky enough to see,
patrol magnificently along the icy shores.
Day
13 : Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen
Longyearbyen
is the capital of the Norwegian Svalbard archipelago, located on
Svalbard’s main island, and is the northernmost territorial
capital on the planet. With winter temperatures dropping to below
40°C, the landscapes of this mining town are simply
breathtaking. The glaciers, the mountains stretching as far as the eye
can see and the untouched nature, make you feel like you’re
in completely unexplored territory.
Le Commandant Charcot (Luxury Expedition, 270-guests)
Le Commandant-Charcot welcomes you to an intimate and refined atmosphere. Equipped with just 135 staterooms including 31 suites with balconies and outside views, the ship offers outstanding gastronomy in its two restaurants, relaxation in the indoor pool surrounded by its winter garden, relaxation in the well-being area with sauna and Snow Room... Like on a private yacht, each of our guests is unique.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Full board from arrival to departure day
- High-end gastronomy in all restaurants
- All beverages in restaurants, bars, and minibars. All
drinks are included² (a selection of champagnes, wines and
spirits, beers, cocktails, water, soft drinks, hot beverages)
- 24-hour room service
- Butler service for certain suites³
- Unlimited internet access onboard
- Evening events, shows, and other entertainment
- Access to the fitness area and hammam or sauna, depending
on the ship
- All port and security charges
²
Excluding premium
à la carte beverages.
³
Butler service is
available for the following suites:
Owner’s
Suite, Duplex Suites, Privilege Suites, and Prestige Suites;
Adventure
Options:
- Hiking or snowshoeing
- Kayaking - Le Commandant Charcot
- Polar plunge
