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 | Lower Deck Balcony Stateroom | Upper Deck Balcony Stateroom | Deluxe Suite | Prestige Suite | Grand Suite | Privilege Suite | Duplex Suite | Owner's Suite |
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| Oct 14, 2026 | Oct 24, 2026 | 17,570 | 17,880 | 18,650 | 25,220 | 26,760 | 28,280 | 38,240 | 49,380 |
Rates are listed per person in USD. Promotional offers are not reflected in the rates below.
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| Start Date | End Date | (Starting from)
Lower Deck Balcony Stateroom | (Mid-range)
Grand Suite | (High-end)
Owner's Suite |
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| Oct 14, 2026 | Oct 24, 2026 | 17,570 | 26,760 | 49,380 |
ITINERARY
Day
1 : Tromso
In
the north of the Arctic circle you’ll discover
Tromsø, a secluded town located in the county of Troms.
Norwegians call it the “Paris of the north”.
You’ll soon see why when you discover its extensive
neoclassical architectural heritage. A stunning example is the Arctic
cathedral, a major monument whose stylistic purity echoes the outline
of the mountains surrounding the town.
Day
2 : At sea aboard Le Commandant Charcot
Spend
exceptional moments sailing aboard Le Commandant Charcot, the
world’s first luxury polar exploration vessel and the first
PC2-class polar cruise ship capable of sailing into the very heart of
the ice, on seas and oceans which the frozen conditions render
inaccessible to ordinary ships. Le Commandant Charcot is fitted with
oceanographic and scientific equipment selected by a committee of
experts. Take advantage of the on-board lectures and opportunities for
discussion with these specialists to learn more about the poles.
Participate in furthering scientific research with PONANT and let us
discover together what these fascinating destinations have yet to
reveal to us.
Day
3 : South-West Region of Spitsbergen
Set
sail for southwest Spitsbergen, immerse yourself in this environment
unlike any other and explore its unexpected riches. In this natural
sanctuary, the polar light combines with the changing weather of the
Arctic, a big blue sky, the horizon scattered with clouds, the
enveloping mist erasing the border between the land and the sea. Follow
in the footsteps of the first explorers and admire the majestic fjords
and glaciers sculpting the breathtaking landscapes, their icy waters
shimmering beneath the midnight sun. The fjords, veritable cathedrals
of ice, reveal their millennial secrets, while the glaciers, like
sleeping giants, move slowly towards the sea, setting free sparkling
icebergs. On the water, you might spot belugas and rorquals, while on
the shores, seals and Arctic foxes add a touch of mystery to this
living tableau, where the steep cliffs become breeding grounds for
thousands of seabirds, like guillemots. Southwest Spitsbergen is an ode
to nature in its rawest and purest form.
Day
4 : 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
5 : 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
6 : At sea aboard Le Commandant Charcot
Spend
exceptional moments sailing aboard Le Commandant Charcot, the
world’s first luxury polar exploration vessel and the first
PC2-class polar cruise ship capable of sailing into the very heart of
the ice, on seas and oceans which the frozen conditions render
inaccessible to ordinary ships. Le Commandant Charcot is fitted with
oceanographic and scientific equipment selected by a committee of
experts. Take advantage of the on-board lectures and opportunities for
discussion with these specialists to learn more about the poles.
Participate in furthering scientific research with PONANT and let us
discover together what these fascinating destinations have yet to
reveal to us.
Day
7 : 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
8 : South-West Region of Spitsbergen
Set
sail for southwest Spitsbergen, immerse yourself in this environment
unlike any other and explore its unexpected riches. In this natural
sanctuary, the polar light combines with the changing weather of the
Arctic, a big blue sky, the horizon scattered with clouds, the
enveloping mist erasing the border between the land and the sea. Follow
in the footsteps of the first explorers and admire the majestic fjords
and glaciers sculpting the breathtaking landscapes, their icy waters
shimmering beneath the midnight sun. The fjords, veritable cathedrals
of ice, reveal their millennial secrets, while the glaciers, like
sleeping giants, move slowly towards the sea, setting free sparkling
icebergs. On the water, you might spot belugas and rorquals, while on
the shores, seals and Arctic foxes add a touch of mystery to this
living tableau, where the steep cliffs become breeding grounds for
thousands of seabirds, like guillemots. Southwest Spitsbergen is an ode
to nature in its rawest and purest form.
Day
9 : Sailing along Bjornoya (Bear Island)
Halfway
between Norway and Spitsbergen, you will sail not far from the
coastlines of Bjørnøya, the southernmost island
of Svalbard. From your ship, observe this isolated piece of land
discovered in 1596 by the Dutch navigator Willem Barents, then looking
for the Northwest Passage. Following a tough fight between a polar bear
and the members of the expedition, he dubbed the place Bear Island.
Regularly covered by a thick layer of fog,
Bjørnøya shelters a meteorological station built
in 1923, which is still in operation. Declared a nature reserve in
2002, the island is above all home to an enormous colony of sea birds:
skuas, guillemots, puffins, Tridactyl gulls, petrels, gulls and little
auks all coexist here.
Day
10 : Honningsvag
If
you feel like you have arrived at the end of the world in
Honningsvåg, it is because this is the case. Halfway between
Oslo and the North Pole, it competes with Hammerfest for the status of
“the northernmost town in Continental Europe”.
Colourful houses light up this charming and typically Norwegian fishing
port nestled in the hollows of the region’s mountainous
terrain. Travellers come to stay in the village to go to the North
Cape. At the end of the road, you will see the globe that indicates
that you are at the very end of Europe. At this point, only the
Svalbard archipelago separates you from the North Pole. There is sea as
far as the eye can see. The Northern Lights, the view of the immense
cliff plunging into the sea, the thousands of puffins, gannets and
cormorants that spin around you: everything here is grandiose.
Day
11 : Tromso
In
the north of the Arctic circle you’ll discover
Tromsø, a secluded town located in the county of Troms.
Norwegians call it the “Paris of the north”.
You’ll soon see why when you discover its extensive
neoclassical architectural heritage. A stunning example is the Arctic
cathedral, a major monument whose stylistic purity echoes the outline
of the mountains surrounding the town.
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
