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From the Northern Lights to the Polar Night
Tromso - Lakselv
Dates:
18/10/2024
to
29/10/2024
days
nights on board
FLIGHT PARIS/TROMSO + TRANSFERS + FLIGHT LAKSELV/PARIS
With featured guest Ian Dawson, British Photo Ambassador.
The writer Jørn Riel described the polar night as a “a world apart, […] unique and fascinating, where nature reigns supreme and men keep a low profile.” When the northern winter approaches, the sun hardly rises over the horizon any more: experience an all-new PONANT journey and let yourself be guided towards a new temporality, the moment when a long dusk stretches out after the day. From the jagged coastlines of Norway to the ice-covered reliefs of Spitsbergen, dive into the heart of landscapes lit by powdered hues and set off in search of the exhilarating spectacle of the Northern Lights.
Aboard Le Commandant Charcot, a warm cocoon, savour the discreet and refined comfort of its spaces opening out onto the world. From the Blue Lagoon pool, the Observatory Lounge or the uninterrupted outside promenade deck, you will appreciate the splendour of the winter panoramas over the Arctic Circle.
You will set sail towards the shores of continental Norway at the edge of the Arctic Ocean: welcome to Lapland! Very close to the emblematic North Cape, the northernmost point of Europe, sovereign nature delivers geological marvels in the heart of a fjord – a preserved island, dolomites and rocky rises formed during the last glaciation. The Sami, reindeer farmers and one of the last European indigenous people, live between rugged shores and snow-capped peaks, remarkable coastal cities and large wild expanses, in the Lapland territory. During warm encounters, you will discover their cultural traditions and their way of life, in harmony with the elements. Immerse yourself in nature and, while the night overtakes the day, set off to chase the Northern Lights.
On this exclusive PONANT itinerary, your ship will continue on its path north, towards the coastlines of Spitsbergen. From this territory at the end of the world, you will explore majestic fjords and admire ancient glaciers and alpine peaks, at dusk. Here, the sun takes its leave, giving way to the long polar night, steeped in mystery and source of many Nordic myths.
Make the most of the rarity of daylight, experience close up the fleeting dusk and delight in the majestic landscapes before the long winter night.
The itinerary is subject to modifications. On board, the sailing programme, outings and activities cannot be guaranteed and are subject to weather conditions.
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Ian Dawson
"Embark with me on this new and unique winter photographic exploration of Spitzbergen and Northern Norway. Capture dramatic, towns, fjords, glaciers, encounters with Lapland's Sami people and hopefully chase the mesmerizsing Northern Lights with advice and tuition during our challenging journey into the polar night."
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For more peace of mind, PONANT organizes your trip before or after the cruise. This package is included in the price of your cruise.
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Services provided
- Concierge Service: tailor-made and fully customisable services, from your reservation until you return from your trip
- Glazed private balcony for all our staterooms and suites
- Terrace for the Duplex suites and the Owner's suite
- 24-hour room service
- Inclusive Wifi internet access (availability dependent on navigation and latitude)
- Individually-controlled air conditioning
- Dressing room with shelves and closet
- Dressing table and hairdryer
- Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products
- Minibar
- Nespresso coffee maker and boiler
- Electronic safe
- Direct line telephone
- Bose Bluetooth speaker
- Flat screen TV, international channels (availability dependent on navigation) and videos on demand
- 110V American (two flat pins)/220V European (round sockets with two round pins)
- 3 ADA staterooms
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Ian Dawson
Ponant Photo Ambassador, Ian, is an award-winning photographer, film maker and guide with a passion for the remote regions of our planet.
A fine art graduate, he has spent his career in the national media, both as a photojournalist and picture editor. He has covered everything from conflict, travel, the Royal Family and celebrities of stage and screen and many other commissions.
When not guiding for Ponant in the Arctic and Antarctic, his love of high and cold places regularly takes him mountaineering around the world. He is a member of The Alpine Club (the world’s first mountaineering club founded in 1857).
He has been active within Scottish Mountain Rescue for over 20 years as a medic with responsibility for training. He was recognised for his work in this field having been awarded both The Queen’s Diamond & Platinum Jubilee Medals.
Ian is a member of the Guild of Picture Editors, the British Association of Ski Patrollers, the Royal Photographic Society and the UK Mountain Leader Board. His photographic work is represented by Getty Images.
When not sharing his love of wild places, Ian lives with his family in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, Scotland.
Language spoken: English.
Photo credit: Sue Flood.
Clothing tips:
INSULATING BASE LAYER AND WATERPROOF OUTER LAYER :
- Water-resistant parka - offered on board (not children sizes ; in case of consecutive cruises, only one complimentary parka).
- Half calf waterproof rubber boots with non-slip soles (for hikes and visits on unequipped and sometimes unstable terrain). Free rental will be offered on board (adults only).
- Comfortable trousers : classic winter trouser, warm cotton tracksuit or wool legging.
- Waterproof and wind proof over-trousers – MANDATORY.
- Windbreaker
- Winter trousers with waterproof over-trousers are the ideal combination : water-resistance and flexibility of trousers are essential and imperative.
- Pullover, sweat-shirt or fleece jacket.
- Woolen or thermolactyl underwear.
- Woolen or fleece neck-warmer, woolen or fleece ear muffs or warm hat (avoid scarves as they do not stay in place) - MANDATORY
- Wool or silk under gloves, flexible technical and waterproof gloves.
- Thick warm socks (ideally woolen).
- Winter shoes (with a wool lining).
- Walking sticks. Free rental will be offered on board
Ideal clothes for life on board:
During the days spent on board, you are advised to wear comfortable clothes or casual outfits. The entire ship is air-conditioned, so a light sweater, a light jacket or a shawl may be necessary. When moving about in the public areas of the ship and the decks, light but comfortable shoes are recommended.
Informal evening:
In the evening, you are advised to wear smart-casual attire, especially when dining in our restaurants where wearing shorts and tee-shirts is not allowed.
For women:
- Simple dress
- Skirt or trousers
- Blouse
- Polo
For men :
- Pleated trousers or chinos
- Sports jacket
- Shirt
- Polo
Officer’s evening:
For all cruises longer than 8 nights, an Officer’s Evening with a white dress code may be organized. Therefore, we encourage you to bring a stylish white outfit for the occasion (otherwise black and white).
Gala evening:
During the cruise, two gala evenings will be organised on board. Thus, we recommend that you bring one or two formal outfits.
For women:
- Cocktail attire
- Evening dress (if you wish to)
For men:
- Dark suit
- Tie recommended, possibly bow tie (if you wish to)
SHOP:
A small shop is available on board offering a wide range of outfits, jewellery, leather goods and many accessories.
A laundry service (washing/ironing) is available on board, but unfortunately there are no dry-cleaning services. For safety reasons, your cabin is not equipped with an iron.
INSULATED BASE LAYER:
- Wool or thermolactyl technical underwear
- Polar or technical jacket
- Polar sweater or sweatshirt
- Silk or wool glove liners
- Wool leggings
- Warm hiking socks
- Winter shoes (with a wool lining)
WATERPROOF OUTER LAYER:
- Waterproof over-trousers - Mandatory
- Waterproof parka - Offered on board (not available in children’s sizes)
- Windbreaker – Mandatory
- A warm woollen hat covering your ears
- Polar or woollen neck warmer
- Waterproof technical gloves
HEALTH CARE:
- Sunscreen
- Lip protection balm
- Mosquito repellent, anti-itch balm and mosquito head net (Greenland)
- Medications and prescriptions
OUTFITS ON BOARD:
- Casual outfits for the day
- Smarter outfits for dinners
- Elegant outfits for Gala evenings
- White or black and white outfit
ACCESSORIES:
- Highly protective sunglasses
- Binoculars
- Walking poles
- Small waterproof backpack
- Swimsuit (for the spa on board)
- Gym wear (fitness)
- Battery charger and memory cards for your camera
- Mobile phone charger
PONANT activities
Highlights
- With featured guest Ian Dawson, British Photo Ambassador.
- The eye and the advice of our photo ambassador, a privileged opportunity to immortalise your trip with, in the programme: workshops, conferences and personalised advice to improve your photographic skills.
- An absolutely unprecedented PONANT journey above the Arctic Circle, from the northern coastlines of Norway in the dusk and in the fjords of Spitsbergen at the beginning of the long polar night, featuring mineral splendours and encounters with Nordic communities.
- Outings and shore visits in a Zodiac® dinghy (only in Spitsbergen) with a reinforced team of naturalist-guides.
- Aboard Le Commandant Charcot, a warm and refined cocoon opening to the exterior enjoy a unique experience in complete communion with the surrounding scenery.
- Bid farewell to the sun in the fjords of Spitsbergen, at the beginning of the long polar night.
- Reach the North Cape, an emblematic site and the northernmost point of Europe.
- Activities* during the unique winter season: encounters and discovering Sami culture and communities, visiting a fishing village, chasing the Northern Lights, and more.
- The possibility of admiring the unique colours of the Northern Lights rippling across the sky.
- Varied landscapes, coastal panoramas, tundra, dolomite cliffs, majestic fjords and ancient glaciers.
*Activities subject to weather conditions, to be pre-booked before the cruise. More information available soon.
Ports of Call & Excursions
18 October 2024 - Tromso
Embarkation 18/10/2024 from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Departure 18/10/2024 at 7:00 pm
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.
19 October 2024 - Alta
Arrival 19/10/2024
Departure 19/10/2024
Beyond the Arctic Circle, Alta, in the far north of Norway, is the biggest city in Finnmark county. Renowned for the beauty of its Northern Lights, the town will reveal itself in the hollow of the eponymous fjord, ”Altafjord”. Between the forest scenery and immaculate landscapes, you will have the opportunity to experience unique moments meeting the Sami people, reindeer herders with ancestral traditions. Chasing the Northern Lights is also an activity on the programme.
20 October 2024 - Hammerfest
Arrival 20/10/2024
Departure 20/10/2024
Hammerfest, located on the north-western coast of the island of Kvaloya, beyond the 70th parallel north, is often considered the northernmost town in the world. Conserved in an immaculate natural setting, this charming fishing port enjoys a rich history, as is evidenced by various vestiges dating back to the Stone Age, Napoleonic wars or the Second World War. During your port of call, you will have the opportunity to discover the Struve Geodetic Arc, a chain of triangulations stretching across Europe from Hammerfest to the Black Sea, and the first technical and scientific object to become a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
21 October 2024 - Sailing along Bjornoya (Bear Island)
Arrival 21/10/2024
Departure 21/10/2024
Hammerfest, located on the north-western coast of the island of Kvaloya, beyond the 70th parallel north, is often considered the northernmost town in the world. Conserved in an immaculate natural setting, this charming fishing port enjoys a rich history, as is evidenced by various vestiges dating back to the Stone Age, Napoleonic wars or the Second World War. During your port of call, you will have the opportunity to discover the Struve Geodetic Arc, a chain of triangulations stretching across Europe from Hammerfest to the Black Sea, and the first technical and scientific object to become a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will also have the opportunity to visit the Reconstruction Museum, meet the Sami people, or visit the Royal and Ancient Polar Bear Society, an emblematic spot in Hammerfest.
22 October 2024 - Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen
Arrival 22/10/2024
Departure 22/10/2024
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 ameteorological 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 during summer.
23 October 2024 - Ny-Alesund, Spitsbergen
Arrival 23/10/2024
Departure 23/10/2024
Considered Spitsbergen’s southernmost fjord, Hornsund is famous as one of the first places to have been visited in the region. In 1610, the British explorer Jonas Poole named it thus, after one of the members of his crew brought him a reindeer antler. Shortly afterwards, the first whalers settled in the region and contributed to shaping its history. As you move deeper into this fjord, whose total length is 30 kilometres (19 miles), you will find yourselves immersed in the beauty of the surrounding mountains, in the mystery emerging from these small drifting icebergs, and in the glory of this gigantic glacier standing proudly before you.
24 October 2024 - Bellsund, Spitsbergen
Arrival 24/10/2024
Departure 24/10/2024
You will head to the Bellsund fjord to follow in the footsteps of the first explorers who came from the Norwegian coast, or those of the many fur traders seeking game and trophies. Boasting an astonishingly rich wildlife, the arms of the fjord separate to form two lush valleys. Give free rein to your imagination in the heart of this majestic natural environment where time seems to stand still.
25 October 2024 - Hornsund
Arrival 25/10/2024
Departure 25/10/2024
You will head towards the Bellsund fjord, to follow the traces of the first explorers, arriving from the Norwegian coasts, or those of the many trappers in search of game and trophies. Surprisingly rich in wildlife, the branches of the fjord separate to form two distinct valleys. Give free rein to your imagination in the heart of this majestic natural environment, where time seems to stand still.
26 October 2024 - Sailing along Bjornoya (Bear Island)
Arrival 26/10/2024
Departure 26/10/2024
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 ameteorological 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 during summer.
27 October 2024 - Honningsvag
Arrival 27/10/2024
Departure 27/10/2024
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.
28 October 2024 - Reinoya Island
Arrival 28/10/2024
Departure 28/10/2024
The small Reinoya Island, measuring scarcely 3.35 km2 (1.3 square miles), will welcome you for an unforgettable moment in the very heart of the Porsangerfjorden. Although this nature reserve is not very big, it boasts many treasures. Here, wild nature can be discovered in the greatest tranquillity. Contemplate the island’s geology, rendered so particular by the whiteness of the dolomite, and the thousand-year-old traces of the last ice age during a hike or a Zodiac outing.
28 October 2024 29 October 2024 - Lakselv
Arrival 28/10/2024
Disembarkation 29/10/2024 at 8:00 am
Discover Lakselv, whose name means “Salmon River”, lying at the end of the immense Porsangerfjorden. As its name indicates, this small village is renowned for the salmon fishing in the waters of its river, which are brimming with this fish and others. The village is ideally located, offering privileged access to the surrounding magnificent nature. In particular, it retains traces of the last ice age in Trollholmsund, where dolomites with dreamlike silhouettes can be seen. Do not miss this extraordinary sight!
Maze Sami village
From the pier, embark on a 1 hour journey by coach to Máze, a Sami village located on the outskirts of Alta.
The Sami’s roots in Arctic Europe trace back at least 5,000 years. Descendants of nomadic people, they moved depending on their country geopolitic and finished to be confined in the northern extremity of the country. They belong to the Finno-Ugric branch of the Uralic family, and are mostly represented in Lapland and adjacent areas of Northern Norway, Sweden and Finland. Learn about the vibrant culture of indigenous Norwegians during your visit.
Upon arrival, you will be greeted by your hosts, members of a reindeer-herding family. Enter a large tepee where you will sit around a central fire on warm reindeer pelts on the ground. Over spiced Maze cake, dried reindeer meat and fire-brewed coffee, discover stories about old Sami traditions and experiences and learn more about their traditional clothing and modern life.
Enjoy a sample of “joiking”, the ancient-sounding Sami form of singing. Later, you will return to your ship.
- Participants must wear water- and wind-proof winter clothes. Depending on the temperatures and amount of snow that falls, the grounds may be slippery or even pure ice! Sami people are known to be introverted and reserved, which is why we recommend you respect their behaviour and adopt their discreetness. This tour is conducted in English only.
Included
Subject to availability, rate per passenger.
Ponant/ Paul Gauguin cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 2 months up to 7 days prior to departure through your travel advisor or by calling your cruise specialist.
Smithsonian cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 4 months prior to departure through your Guest Services Specialist. Excursions are subject to availability on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Alta exploration
From the pier, board your local coach for a short panoramic transfer to the Northern Lights Cathedral where you will meet your guide and start your exploration. Alta is a small town in the arctic wilderness, but there is a surprising amount to see in city center. Walk around by yourself and you will miss the history and stories that surround you.
During the walking tour, learn the stories behind the monuments in town and discover stories about Alta’s earlier days in the city center. Enjoy an inside visit of the famous church and see the oldest building in Alta. Discover the Borealis Alta exhibition, an interactive experience telling you everything to know about the science and the Sami myths behind the northern lights.
- Participants must wear water- and wind-proof winter clothes. Depending on the temperatures and amount of snow that falls, the grounds may be slippery or even pure ice! The 5 km walk takes place on city streets with no major hills. This tour is conducted in English only.
Included
Subject to availability, rate per passenger.
Ponant/ Paul Gauguin cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 2 months up to 7 days prior to departure through your travel advisor or by calling your cruise specialist.
Smithsonian cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 4 months prior to departure through your Guest Services Specialist. Excursions are subject to availability on a first-come, first-serve basis.
The Slate Quarry of Alta
From the pier, board your local coach for a short panoramic transfer to Pæskatun, an authentic slate-quarry located near the top of the mountain Pæska - one of several slate mountains in the south of Alta.
Upon arrival, meet a fourth-generation slate miner and get an interesting insight into Alta’s rich slate-industry. Alta Quartzite slate, described as one of the best in the world, is a flat gray mineral that is prized for its hardness, durability, and polished shine. Generations of hard-working men have supported their families by taking out slate from the mountains. Exploiting the slate has been an industry in Alta since the early 1860’s and the slate has been and still is exported all over the world.
Listen as your guide shares stories about his craft and Alta’s slate-cutting industry, from its beginning and up to present day. Explore the museums of small cabins that illustrates the often-brutal work and living conditions once endured by slate miners. Dive into the hard-labor culture and experience historic tools.
- Participants must wear water- and wind-proof winter clothes. Depending on the temperatures and amount of snow that falls, the grounds may be slippery or even pure ice! This tour is conducted in English only. This tour is limited to 35 participants.
Included
Subject to availability, rate per passenger.
Ponant/ Paul Gauguin cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 2 months up to 7 days prior to departure through your travel advisor or by calling your cruise specialist.
Smithsonian cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 4 months prior to departure through your Guest Services Specialist. Excursions are subject to availability on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Tirpitz Museum
Tirpitz was a German battleship which spent much of World War II in Nazi-occupied Norway. Known as the ‘Lonely Queen of the North’, she was the sister ship of the Bismarck, and at 52,600 tonnes, was the largest battleship ever built in Europe. This major threat to Allied convoys travelling through the Atlantic and Barents seas to Russia, was damaged by British mini-submarines in September 1943. The battleship was then relocated to Tromsø, where on November 12, 1944 it was attacked by RAF Bomber Command and sunk in the bay of Håkøybotn.
Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, this excursion will take you to the Tirpitz Museum in Kåfjord, which exhibits a host of World War II artefacts, including many associated with the Tirpitz. At the museum you can also watch a short film before enjoying a tour around and a talk on the region’s turbulent wartime history.
Before returning to the port, stop for an exterior visit to Kåfjord church, a 19th-century building which has some Gothic touches and an interesting past.
- This excursion involves walking on uneven grounds, including a short uphill slope and a couple of steps to access the museum and church. Participants must wear water- and wind-proof winter clothes. Depending on the temperatures and amount of snow that falls, the grounds may be slippery or even pure ice! This tour is conducted in English only. This excursion is limited to 35 participants. Order of visits may vary.
Included
Subject to availability, rate per passenger.
Ponant/ Paul Gauguin cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 2 months up to 7 days prior to departure through your travel advisor or by calling your cruise specialist.
Smithsonian cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 4 months prior to departure through your Guest Services Specialist. Excursions are subject to availability on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Mikkelgammen Sami camp
This tour gives you the opportunity to enjoy an authentic native experience at a traditional Sami Camp.
After meeting your coach at the pier, a short drive will take you to Mount Salen, where you will be treated to breathtaking panoramic views over the town and the surrounding islands. From here, you will continue on to the Mikkelgammen Sami camp, where you will learn more about the Sami history and culture while seated on reindeer skins that are placed upon springy birch twigs, directly on the ground around an open fire.
During your visit, you will experience joik songs performed by the Sami couple. Joiks are songs dedicated to each member of the Sami population. The Joik has no actual words and can describe, for instance, a particular mood, nature, character or a person. Each Joik is personal and unique to each member. The Sami people at the camp will be wearing their colourful national costumes, which will be explained in detail.
- Participants must wear water- and wind-proof winter clothes and flat shoes. Depending on the temperatures and amount of snow that falls, the grounds may be slippery or even pure ice! Sami people are known to be introverted and reserved, which is why we recommend you respect their behaviour and adopt their discreetness. This tour is conducted in English only.
Included
Subject to availability, rate per passenger.
Ponant/ Paul Gauguin cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 2 months up to 7 days prior to departure through your travel advisor or by calling your cruise specialist.
Smithsonian cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 4 months prior to departure through your Guest Services Specialist. Excursions are subject to availability on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Scenic Nordkapp
Take in glorious vistas along Europe’s far northern shores and enjoy an independent visit at Nordkapp (North Cape).
You will meet your coach at our berth and transfer approximately one hour to one of Europe’s most stunning natural sights. Located on the reaches of Magerøya Island, where the Norwegian and Barents Seas meet, the cliffs of Nordkapp rise more than 1,000 feet from the sea and are topped by a large, flat plateau.
Upon arrival, you will have time to take in the spectacular vista of barren tundra. You will also have a chance to visit the North Cape Hall, which chronicles the history of the region. Spend time on your own, perhaps visiting the small ecumenical St. John’s Chapel. An excellent film at the visitors’ centre depicts the region through the seasons. Or, if you prefer, simply find yourself the perfect overlook and ponder your journey.
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Participants must wear water- and wind-proof winter clothes and flat shoes. Depending on the temperatures and amount of snow that falls, the grounds may be slippery or even pure ice!
Included
Subject to availability, rate per passenger.
Ponant/ Paul Gauguin cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 2 months up to 7 days prior to departure through your travel advisor or by calling your cruise specialist.
Smithsonian cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 4 months prior to departure through your Guest Services Specialist. Excursions are subject to availability on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Stabbursnes visitor centre
From the pier, board your local coach and head to Stabbursnes Nature House and Museum, an information center for nature and culture in Finnmark and a National Park Visitor Center for Stabbursdalen National Park.
Upon arrival, enjoy a short hike, part of the nature trail that starts at Stabbursnes. While walking, discover the world's northernmost pine forest. After rejoining the visitor centre, you will be greeted by a tasting of local specialties such as dried reindeermeat, smoked salmon and smoked cheese.
Then, follow your guide across the exhibition and get an introduction to the Finnmark`s natural and cultural history. In addition, you will learn more about the Stabbursdalen National Park. Take this opportunity to experience the outdoor area with its turf hut, shelter, campfire place and seating.
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This excursion involves walking approximately 1.8 miles (3 km) on uneven and gravel paths. Participants must wear water- and wind-proof winter clothes and flat shoes. Depending on the temperatures and amount of snow that falls, the grounds may be slippery or even pure ice!
Included
Subject to availability, rate per passenger.
Ponant/ Paul Gauguin cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 2 months up to 7 days prior to departure through your travel advisor or by calling your cruise specialist.
Smithsonian cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 4 months prior to departure through your Guest Services Specialist. Excursions are subject to availability on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Aurora Borealis hunt
This excursion will take you for an amazing search for the Aurora Borealis around Porsangerfjorden .
Based on your local expert experience, the latest weather forecast, wind direction and a wide network of knowledgeable locals, your itinerary will be designed few hours before your visit to give you the best chance to observe the magical northern lights. Your 2-hour experience will permit you to admire the beautiful landscape, even in dark of the Arctic Night.
While waiting for the magical lights, enjoy a hot coffee or tea.
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This excursion can only be operated at night and depends on the weather. Depending on the temperatures and amount of snow that falls, the grounds may be slippery or even pure ice! Participants must wear warm-thermal, water- and wind-proof clothes. Northern lights observation is not guaranteed. The amount of walk depends on the viewpoint selected by the expert. You may walk uphill and downhill, on partly uneven grounds and maybe snow, depending on the weather.
Included
Subject to availability, rate per passenger.
Ponant/ Paul Gauguin cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 2 months up to 7 days prior to departure through your travel advisor or by calling your cruise specialist.
Smithsonian cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 4 months prior to departure through your Guest Services Specialist. Excursions are subject to availability on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Dogsledding on wheels by night
You will participate in the full experience of harnessing the huskies, steering the wagon wheel and socialize with them before and after the run. Learn to prepare the huskies for the ride and how to steer the four wheeled wagons. A professional guide will answer any questions you may have about dog sledding and huskies. This is an amazing way to experience nature in interaction with animals.
Once everything is ready, you will set off for a night tour in beautiful Arctic landscape. The guide will always lead the first team, and the rest will follow through the trail. There will be several breaks along the way, to take in the view while you let the dogs rest and make sure they are enjoying the tour while keeping hydrated.
You will have a chance to switch who is musher (driver) and passenger about halfway. The guide will gladly take photos of you with your dog team as a reminder of your wonderful Arctic adventure.
After your adventure, you will be welcomed with a hot beverage and some snack, around out fireplace in the dog yard.
- This tour involves walking over uneven grounds and gravel. We recommend you wear warm clothing (a woollen inner layer, trousers and a quality windproof jacket, hat, mittens and scarf), as well as waterproof boots or shoes. Depending on the temperatures and amount of snow that falls, the grounds may be slippery or even pure ice! The carts are solid, with proper breaks, and equipped with a seat on the front. Two people on each cart. This tour is limited to 8 participants. This tour is operated in English only.
Total : €320
Subject to availability, rate per passenger.
Ponant/ Paul Gauguin cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 2 months up to 7 days prior to departure through your travel advisor or by calling your cruise specialist.
Smithsonian cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 4 months prior to departure through your Guest Services Specialist. Excursions are subject to availability on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Le Commandant Charcot
With Le Commandant Charcot, PONANT has imagined and envisaged the cruise voyage of tomorrow. The latest addition to the fleet will take you following in the footsteps of the great polar explorers in refined surroundings complete with the kind of luxury services never before offered in the farthest reaches of the southern and northern hemispheres.
The indoor swimming pool, the conservatory, the panoramic restaurant, the Blue Lagoon outdoor restaurant, the Main Lounge, the Observation Lounge, the lobby… Each of the common areas has been designed to both convey French-style discreet luxury and arouse wonder and amazement. The common thread running through all their designs is the desire to allow the light to penetrate and open everything up the extraordinary polar landscapes and scenery.
This very first hybrid-electric polar exploration ship powered by LNG has been designed with the greatest attention to detail in terms of safety and respect for the environment.
Decks
FLIGHT PARIS/TROMSO + TRANSFERS + FLIGHT LAKSELV/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/Tromso
Flight Paris/Tromso selected by PONANT.
Approximate flight duration: 4 h 30.
We highly recommend you arrive in Paris the day before this flight.
We suggest you to be at the check-in counter 2 hours before departure.
Meet & greet at the airport by our local English-speaking representative.
Transfer to the pier for embarkation.
- Cruise aboard your cruise ship -
Disembarkation Day - Lakselv/Paris
Disembarkation.
Meet and greet at the port by our local English-speaking representative.
Transfer to the airport in time for check-in of flight Lakselv/Paris selected by PONANT.
Flight Lakselv/Paris selected by PONANT.
Approximate flight duration: 5 h 30.
We highly recommend you stay one night in Paris after this flight
This programme includes:
- Flight Paris/Tromso and Lakselv/Paris selected by PONANT in economy class.
- Transfers mentioned in the programme.
- English-speaking assistance.
This programme does not include:
- Personal expenses.
- Any other service not mentioned in the programme.
Please note:
- Flights included in the programme are as of today, operated in economy class, on a European airline.
- Due to limited local transportation resources, waiting might be generated.
- For passengers in transit in Paris, we recommend staying one night in Paris before and after these flights.
- Programme and flight schedule are subject to change without prior notice.
Polar Expedition
Make your dreams of adventure come true, explore the boundaries of the world, and discover wild and legendary territories. The icy immensity of Antarctica, the constantly changing glaciers and icebergs of the North Pole, the mysterious mists of the North European coastlines, the most remote fjords on the planet… Every destination unveils unrivalled landscapes, home to increasingly varied fauna. Our team of naturalist-guides will share their knowledge with you during varied lectures about the history of the great explorations, geology and climatology, the fauna and flora, and will invite you to share special moments with the local populations.
Shore excursions, Pre/Post & Overlands
17/10/2024 - COMFORT PACKAGE: NIGHT IN PARIS CDG AIRPORT + TRANSFER HOTEL/AIRPORT
€260
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29/10/2024 - COMFORT PACKAGE: TRANSFER AIRPORT/HOTEL + NIGHT IN PARIS CDG AIRPORT
€260
Find out morePARISIAN GETAWAY AND LUXE A LA FRANCAISE (3 NIGHTS)
Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Enjoy an exclusive stay at Le Meurice in Paris, prior your cruise onboard Le Commandant Charcot.
Day 1 - Paris
Meet at Paris airport in the arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
You will be transferred to the hotel Le Meurice – Dorchester Collection.
Check-in your room.
Diner is at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
Days 2 and 3 – Paris
Breakfast at the hotel.
Days are at leisure.
Option: Artist walking tour
As the hotel of astrists and thinkers, you can book in addition a series of walking tours with Le Meurice following in the footsteps of legendary artist in Paris.
Ponant has selected for you three differents paths of artists to choose: Picasso, Monet and Rodin. Theses experiences are proposed with a private guide.
Option: The Chef's Table
You will also have the option to step into a world of surprise through a private entrance and delve into the secrets of the Michelin-starred kitchen at this exclusive table.
Here, Executive Chef Amaury Bouhours will personally guide you through his exquisite menu in an intimate atmosphere, while the kitchen gracefully performs its culinary ballet before your eyes.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 – Paris
Breakfast at the hotel.
Check-out from your room.
You will be transferred from your hotel to Paris airport terminal, in time for check-in of flight selected by PONANT prior your cruise onboard Le Commandant Charcot
Your hotel:
Discover the luxury and elegance of Le Meurice hotel, an iconic establishment nestled in the heart of Paris. Immerse yourself in a refined ambiance while staying in sumptuous rooms, featuring exquisite furnishings for optimal comfort. Indulge in exceptional cuisine at the Michelin-starred restaurant, where talented chefs create delicious dishes. Located near renowned sites such as the Louvre Museum and the Tuileries Gardens, Le Meurice is the perfect place to explore the vibrant city. Enjoy a moment of relaxation in its exclusive spa, where the therapists will provide you with high-quality treatments for a soothing experience. From your first steps in relaxed and luxurious atmosphere of the lobby to the cosy design of your room, you will spend an outstanding stay there.
Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.
Your programme includes:
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3-night accommodation in Superior room at Le Meurice 5* palace, breakfast included.
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Transfers as mentioned in the programme.
Your programme does not include:
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Personal expenses.
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Meals and visits during your stay.
-
Optional activities.
-
Early check-in.
-
Visa if necessary.
-
Tips for the driver and local guide.
-
Other services not mentioned in the programme.
Please note:
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It is imperative that the details of your arrival flight are provided to your travel agent, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise, to secure the proper private transfer.
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Official check-in at 3: 00 pm.
Contact of your hotel:
Le Meurice – Dorchester Collection
28 Rue de Rivoli,
75001 Paris
FRANCE
Telephone number: +33 1 44 58 10 10
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
Total : €3,300
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.COMFORT PACKAGE: NIGHT IN PARIS CDG AIRPORT + TRANSFER HOTEL/AIRPORT
For your serenity, PONANT selects for you an ideally located hotel and organises your transfer to the airport.
Day 1 - Roissy CDG
Check-in in Pullman Roissy CDG hotel, from 4:00 pm.
The rest of the day and the evening are at leisure.
Dinner is at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 - PONANT selected flight for embarkation
Breakfast is at leisure.
Group transfer from the hotel to the airport terminal, in time for check-in of flight selected by PONANT.
Your hotel:
The Pullman Roissy CDG hotel is a four stars property located in Roissy. Located at 2 minutes walking from Roissypole, RER and CDGVal station, you will easily be able to join it.
Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.
This programme includes:
- 1-night accomodation in Deluxe Room at the Pullman Roissy CDG 4* local standards (or similar).
- Transfer mentionned in the programme.
- A soft welcome drink, upon arrival at the hotel.
This programme does not include:
- Dinner of day 1.
- Breakfast of day 2.
- Tips and gratuities.
- All personal expenses (meals and drinks, sightseeing, etc.)
- Early check-in, late check-out and other services not mentioned in the programme.
Please note:
- Official hotel check-in time is 4:00 p.m
- Official hotel check-out time is 12:00 a.m.
- Early check-in or late check-out might be available depending on availability and on a supplement basis.
- Departure time of the hotel will be communicated by our representative.
- This programme is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Contact of your hotel:
Hôtel Pullman Roissy CDG 4*
3 Bis Rue de la Haye
93290 Roissy-en-France
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
Total : €260
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Maze Sami village
From the pier, embark on a 1 hour journey by coach to Máze, a Sami village located on the outskirts of Alta.
The Sami’s roots in Arctic Europe trace back at least 5,000 years. Descendants of nomadic people, they moved depending on their country geopolitic and finished to be confined in the northern extremity of the country. They belong to the Finno-Ugric branch of the Uralic family, and are mostly represented in Lapland and adjacent areas of Northern Norway, Sweden and Finland. Learn about the vibrant culture of indigenous Norwegians during your visit.
Upon arrival, you will be greeted by your hosts, members of a reindeer-herding family. Enter a large tepee where you will sit around a central fire on warm reindeer pelts on the ground. Over spiced Maze cake, dried reindeer meat and fire-brewed coffee, discover stories about old Sami traditions and experiences and learn more about their traditional clothing and modern life.
Enjoy a sample of “joiking”, the ancient-sounding Sami form of singing. Later, you will return to your ship.
- Participants must wear water- and wind-proof winter clothes. Depending on the temperatures and amount of snow that falls, the grounds may be slippery or even pure ice! Sami people are known to be introverted and reserved, which is why we recommend you respect their behaviour and adopt their discreetness. This tour is conducted in English only.
Included
Subject to availability, rate per passenger.
Ponant/ Paul Gauguin cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 2 months up to 7 days prior to departure through your travel advisor or by calling your cruise specialist.
Smithsonian cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 4 months prior to departure through your Guest Services Specialist. Excursions are subject to availability on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Alta exploration
From the pier, board your local coach for a short panoramic transfer to the Northern Lights Cathedral where you will meet your guide and start your exploration. Alta is a small town in the arctic wilderness, but there is a surprising amount to see in city center. Walk around by yourself and you will miss the history and stories that surround you.
During the walking tour, learn the stories behind the monuments in town and discover stories about Alta’s earlier days in the city center. Enjoy an inside visit of the famous church and see the oldest building in Alta. Discover the Borealis Alta exhibition, an interactive experience telling you everything to know about the science and the Sami myths behind the northern lights.
- Participants must wear water- and wind-proof winter clothes. Depending on the temperatures and amount of snow that falls, the grounds may be slippery or even pure ice! The 5 km walk takes place on city streets with no major hills. This tour is conducted in English only.
Included
Subject to availability, rate per passenger.
Ponant/ Paul Gauguin cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 2 months up to 7 days prior to departure through your travel advisor or by calling your cruise specialist.
Smithsonian cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 4 months prior to departure through your Guest Services Specialist. Excursions are subject to availability on a first-come, first-serve basis.
The Slate Quarry of Alta
From the pier, board your local coach for a short panoramic transfer to Pæskatun, an authentic slate-quarry located near the top of the mountain Pæska - one of several slate mountains in the south of Alta.
Upon arrival, meet a fourth-generation slate miner and get an interesting insight into Alta’s rich slate-industry. Alta Quartzite slate, described as one of the best in the world, is a flat gray mineral that is prized for its hardness, durability, and polished shine. Generations of hard-working men have supported their families by taking out slate from the mountains. Exploiting the slate has been an industry in Alta since the early 1860’s and the slate has been and still is exported all over the world.
Listen as your guide shares stories about his craft and Alta’s slate-cutting industry, from its beginning and up to present day. Explore the museums of small cabins that illustrates the often-brutal work and living conditions once endured by slate miners. Dive into the hard-labor culture and experience historic tools.
- Participants must wear water- and wind-proof winter clothes. Depending on the temperatures and amount of snow that falls, the grounds may be slippery or even pure ice! This tour is conducted in English only. This tour is limited to 35 participants.
Included
Subject to availability, rate per passenger.
Ponant/ Paul Gauguin cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 2 months up to 7 days prior to departure through your travel advisor or by calling your cruise specialist.
Smithsonian cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 4 months prior to departure through your Guest Services Specialist. Excursions are subject to availability on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Tirpitz Museum
Tirpitz was a German battleship which spent much of World War II in Nazi-occupied Norway. Known as the ‘Lonely Queen of the North’, she was the sister ship of the Bismarck, and at 52,600 tonnes, was the largest battleship ever built in Europe. This major threat to Allied convoys travelling through the Atlantic and Barents seas to Russia, was damaged by British mini-submarines in September 1943. The battleship was then relocated to Tromsø, where on November 12, 1944 it was attacked by RAF Bomber Command and sunk in the bay of Håkøybotn.
Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, this excursion will take you to the Tirpitz Museum in Kåfjord, which exhibits a host of World War II artefacts, including many associated with the Tirpitz. At the museum you can also watch a short film before enjoying a tour around and a talk on the region’s turbulent wartime history.
Before returning to the port, stop for an exterior visit to Kåfjord church, a 19th-century building which has some Gothic touches and an interesting past.
- This excursion involves walking on uneven grounds, including a short uphill slope and a couple of steps to access the museum and church. Participants must wear water- and wind-proof winter clothes. Depending on the temperatures and amount of snow that falls, the grounds may be slippery or even pure ice! This tour is conducted in English only. This excursion is limited to 35 participants. Order of visits may vary.
Included
Subject to availability, rate per passenger.
Ponant/ Paul Gauguin cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 2 months up to 7 days prior to departure through your travel advisor or by calling your cruise specialist.
Smithsonian cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 4 months prior to departure through your Guest Services Specialist. Excursions are subject to availability on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Mikkelgammen Sami camp
This tour gives you the opportunity to enjoy an authentic native experience at a traditional Sami Camp.
After meeting your coach at the pier, a short drive will take you to Mount Salen, where you will be treated to breathtaking panoramic views over the town and the surrounding islands. From here, you will continue on to the Mikkelgammen Sami camp, where you will learn more about the Sami history and culture while seated on reindeer skins that are placed upon springy birch twigs, directly on the ground around an open fire.
During your visit, you will experience joik songs performed by the Sami couple. Joiks are songs dedicated to each member of the Sami population. The Joik has no actual words and can describe, for instance, a particular mood, nature, character or a person. Each Joik is personal and unique to each member. The Sami people at the camp will be wearing their colourful national costumes, which will be explained in detail.
- Participants must wear water- and wind-proof winter clothes and flat shoes. Depending on the temperatures and amount of snow that falls, the grounds may be slippery or even pure ice! Sami people are known to be introverted and reserved, which is why we recommend you respect their behaviour and adopt their discreetness. This tour is conducted in English only.
Included
Subject to availability, rate per passenger.
Ponant/ Paul Gauguin cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 2 months up to 7 days prior to departure through your travel advisor or by calling your cruise specialist.
Smithsonian cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 4 months prior to departure through your Guest Services Specialist. Excursions are subject to availability on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Scenic Nordkapp
Take in glorious vistas along Europe’s far northern shores and enjoy an independent visit at Nordkapp (North Cape).
You will meet your coach at our berth and transfer approximately one hour to one of Europe’s most stunning natural sights. Located on the reaches of Magerøya Island, where the Norwegian and Barents Seas meet, the cliffs of Nordkapp rise more than 1,000 feet from the sea and are topped by a large, flat plateau.
Upon arrival, you will have time to take in the spectacular vista of barren tundra. You will also have a chance to visit the North Cape Hall, which chronicles the history of the region. Spend time on your own, perhaps visiting the small ecumenical St. John’s Chapel. An excellent film at the visitors’ centre depicts the region through the seasons. Or, if you prefer, simply find yourself the perfect overlook and ponder your journey.
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Participants must wear water- and wind-proof winter clothes and flat shoes. Depending on the temperatures and amount of snow that falls, the grounds may be slippery or even pure ice!
Included
Subject to availability, rate per passenger.
Ponant/ Paul Gauguin cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 2 months up to 7 days prior to departure through your travel advisor or by calling your cruise specialist.
Smithsonian cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 4 months prior to departure through your Guest Services Specialist. Excursions are subject to availability on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Stabbursnes visitor centre
From the pier, board your local coach and head to Stabbursnes Nature House and Museum, an information center for nature and culture in Finnmark and a National Park Visitor Center for Stabbursdalen National Park.
Upon arrival, enjoy a short hike, part of the nature trail that starts at Stabbursnes. While walking, discover the world's northernmost pine forest. After rejoining the visitor centre, you will be greeted by a tasting of local specialties such as dried reindeermeat, smoked salmon and smoked cheese.
Then, follow your guide across the exhibition and get an introduction to the Finnmark`s natural and cultural history. In addition, you will learn more about the Stabbursdalen National Park. Take this opportunity to experience the outdoor area with its turf hut, shelter, campfire place and seating.
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This excursion involves walking approximately 1.8 miles (3 km) on uneven and gravel paths. Participants must wear water- and wind-proof winter clothes and flat shoes. Depending on the temperatures and amount of snow that falls, the grounds may be slippery or even pure ice!
Included
Subject to availability, rate per passenger.
Ponant/ Paul Gauguin cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 2 months up to 7 days prior to departure through your travel advisor or by calling your cruise specialist.
Smithsonian cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 4 months prior to departure through your Guest Services Specialist. Excursions are subject to availability on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Aurora Borealis hunt
This excursion will take you for an amazing search for the Aurora Borealis around Porsangerfjorden .
Based on your local expert experience, the latest weather forecast, wind direction and a wide network of knowledgeable locals, your itinerary will be designed few hours before your visit to give you the best chance to observe the magical northern lights. Your 2-hour experience will permit you to admire the beautiful landscape, even in dark of the Arctic Night.
While waiting for the magical lights, enjoy a hot coffee or tea.
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This excursion can only be operated at night and depends on the weather. Depending on the temperatures and amount of snow that falls, the grounds may be slippery or even pure ice! Participants must wear warm-thermal, water- and wind-proof clothes. Northern lights observation is not guaranteed. The amount of walk depends on the viewpoint selected by the expert. You may walk uphill and downhill, on partly uneven grounds and maybe snow, depending on the weather.
Included
Subject to availability, rate per passenger.
Ponant/ Paul Gauguin cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 2 months up to 7 days prior to departure through your travel advisor or by calling your cruise specialist.
Smithsonian cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 4 months prior to departure through your Guest Services Specialist. Excursions are subject to availability on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Dogsledding on wheels by night
You will participate in the full experience of harnessing the huskies, steering the wagon wheel and socialize with them before and after the run. Learn to prepare the huskies for the ride and how to steer the four wheeled wagons. A professional guide will answer any questions you may have about dog sledding and huskies. This is an amazing way to experience nature in interaction with animals.
Once everything is ready, you will set off for a night tour in beautiful Arctic landscape. The guide will always lead the first team, and the rest will follow through the trail. There will be several breaks along the way, to take in the view while you let the dogs rest and make sure they are enjoying the tour while keeping hydrated.
You will have a chance to switch who is musher (driver) and passenger about halfway. The guide will gladly take photos of you with your dog team as a reminder of your wonderful Arctic adventure.
After your adventure, you will be welcomed with a hot beverage and some snack, around out fireplace in the dog yard.
- This tour involves walking over uneven grounds and gravel. We recommend you wear warm clothing (a woollen inner layer, trousers and a quality windproof jacket, hat, mittens and scarf), as well as waterproof boots or shoes. Depending on the temperatures and amount of snow that falls, the grounds may be slippery or even pure ice! The carts are solid, with proper breaks, and equipped with a seat on the front. Two people on each cart. This tour is limited to 8 participants. This tour is operated in English only.
Total : €320
Subject to availability, rate per passenger.
Ponant/ Paul Gauguin cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 2 months up to 7 days prior to departure through your travel advisor or by calling your cruise specialist.
Smithsonian cruises: Excursions will be available to book approximately 4 months prior to departure through your Guest Services Specialist. Excursions are subject to availability on a first-come, first-serve basis.
PARISIAN GETAWAY AND LUXE A LA FRANCAISE (3 NIGHTS)
Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Enjoy an exclusiv stay at Le Meurice in Paris, after your cruise onboard Le Commandant Charcot.
Day 1 - Paris
Meet at Paris airport in the arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT.
You will be transferred to the hotel Le Meurice – Dorchester Collection.
Check-in your room.
Diner is at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
Days 2 and 3 – Paris
Breakfast at the hotel.
Your days are at leisure.
Option: Artist walking tour
As the hotel of astrists and thinkers, you can book in addition a series of walking tours with Le Meurice following in the footsteps of legendary artist in Paris.
Ponant has selected for you three differents paths of artists to choose: Picasso, Monet and Rodin. Theses experiences are proposed with a private guide.
Option: The Chef's Table
You will also have the option to step into a world of surprise through a private entrance and delve into the secrets of the Michelin-starred kitchen at this exclusive table.
Here, Executive Chef Amaury Bouhours will personally guide you through his exquisite menu in an intimate atmosphere, while the kitchen gracefully performs its culinary ballet before your eyes.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 – Paris
Breakfast at the hotel.
Check-out from your room.
You will be transferred from your hotel to Paris airport terminal, in time for check-in of flight selected by PONANT or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
Your hotel:
Discover the luxury and elegance of Le Meurice hotel, an iconic establishment nestled in the heart of Paris. Immerse yourself in a refined ambiance while staying in sumptuous rooms, featuring exquisite furnishings for optimal comfort. Indulge in exceptional cuisine at the Michelin-starred restaurant, where talented chefs create delicious dishes. Located near renowned sites such as the Louvre Museum and the Tuileries Gardens, Le Meurice is the perfect place to explore the vibrant city. Enjoy a moment of relaxation in its exclusive spa, where the therapists will provide you with high-quality treatments for a soothing experience. From your first steps in relaxed and luxurious atmosphere of the lobby to the cosy design of your room, you will spend an outstanding stay there.
Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.
Your programme includes:
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3-nights accommodation in Superior room at Le Meurice 5* palace, breakfast included.
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Transfers as mentioned in the programme.
Your programme does not include:
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Personal expenses.
-
Meals and visits during your stay.
-
Optional activities.
-
Early check-in.
-
Visa if necessary.
-
Tips for the driver and local guide.
-
Other services not mentioned in the programme.
Please note:
-
It is imperative that the details of your departure flight are provided to your travel agent, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise, to secure the proper private transfer.
-
Official check-in at 3: 00 pm.
Contact of your hotel:
Le Meurice – Dorchester Collection
28 Rue de Rivoli,
75001 Paris
FRANCE
Telephone number: +33 1 44 58 10 10
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
Total : €2,500
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.COMFORT PACKAGE: TRANSFER AIRPORT/HOTEL + NIGHT IN PARIS CDG AIRPORT
For your serenity, PONANT organises your transfer and select for you an ideally located hotel.
Day 1 - Disembarkation Day
After landing of your flight selected by PONANT in Paris, meet and greet at the airport and transfer to the Pullman Roissy CDG hotel.
Check-in in your room.
Evening and dinner at leisure.
Day 2 – Roissy CDG
Breakfast on your own followed by check-out.
Your hotel:
The Pullman Roissy CDG hotel is a four stars property located in Roissy. Located at 2 minutes walking from Roissypole, RER and CDGVal station, you will easily be able to join it.
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
This programme includes:
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Transfer mentionned in the programme.
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1-night accomodation in Deluxe room at the Pullman Roissy CDG 4* local standard (or similar).
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A soft welcome drink, upon arrival at the hotel.
This programme does not include:
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Dinner of day 1.
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Breakfast of day 2.
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Tips and gratuities.
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All personal expenses (meals and drinks, sightseeing, etc.)
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Early check-in, late check-out and other services not mentioned in the programme.
Please note:
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Official hotel check-in time is 4:00 p.m
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Official hotel check-out time is 12:00 p.m
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Late check-out might be available depending on availability and on a supplement basis.
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This programme is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Contact of your hotel:
Pullman Roissy CDG Airport
3 Bis Rue de la Haye
93290 Roissy-en-France
Phone: +33 01 70 03 11 63
In the event of schedule changes of PONANT’s selected flight, your programme will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised programme will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final programme will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.
Total : €260
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.