Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
20% Ponant Bonus
20 m²
2
- New
The St. Lawrence River in the Heart of the Boreal Winter
Saint Pierre Island, Saint Pierre and Miquelon - Québec
Dates:
17/1/2025
to
29/1/2025
days
nights on board
FLIGHT MONTREAL/SAINT PIERRE & MIQUELON + TRANSFER
With featured guests Mike Louagie and Ian Dawson, Photo Ambassadors.
Le Commandant Charcot, a technological wonder capable of sailing in the most extreme environments, is opening up new horizons in unrivalled comfort and invites you to explore the Saint Lawrence. This river is not accessible to traditional ships in winter, so this exclusive and all-new PONANT journey lifts the veil on unique great open spaces, where the waters, once turbulent, freeze into ice, and where the forests are dressed in an immaculate white coat.
You will sail among different states and forms of ice - from drifting and fragmented sea ice to solid ice - and will be able to admire the evolution of this spectacular natural scenery from the reassuring cocoon of Le Commandant Charcot. In these lands, only the murmur of broken ice, bearing mysteries and legends, disturbs the calmness. Aboard the ship or on shore, you will seize the opportunities to explore these places where nature reigns supreme and in never-ending variety: boreal forests of immaculate conifers, snow-covered valleys and a sea of ice. Set off to discover this enchanting environment, thanks to winter activities such as hiking or snowshoeing, dog sledding or ice fishing. You may be lucky enough to see typical animals like caribou and elk in their natural habitat.
In this region, where souls are filled with deep serenity, the colourful houses and fishing huts stand valiantly. Their sparkling facades, in bright and vibrant colours, defy the harshness of the winter landscape. Here, in one of the "few places where you can experience the cold with so much warmth" (Saguenay proverb), you will receive a hospitable welcome from Quebeckers and the Innu and Micmac peoples in unforgettable get-togethers. These indigenous communities, who include some of the First Nations, will tell you about their stories, legends and ancestral traditions.
A journey suspended in time, where lives blend with the natural elements and where the wild beauty of nature is revealed in its full splendour.
The itinerary is subject to modifications. On board, the sailing programme, outings and activities cannot be guaranteed and are subject to weather and ice conditions.
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Your itinerary
With featured guests Mike Louagie and Ian Dawson, Photo Ambassadors. Take a trip through the heart of nature as you explore the St. Lawrence in winter – a PONANT exclusive that is only possible on board...
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Our guest of honour
Ian Dawson
"Join me on an enchanting and unique voyage on the St. Lawrence River. Learn to unlock the art of winter photography amongst breathtaking frozen vistas, vibrant waterfront houses, dog sleds speeding across icy ways and through the historic streets of Quebec. An unforgettable and all-new journey made possible by the unique capabilities of Le Commandant Charcot"
Ian Dawson
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Included in your cruise
For more peace of mind, PONANT organizes your trip before or after the cruise. This package is included in the price of your cruise.
Additional services
For more peace of mind, PONANT selects stays and flights then takes care of your transfers for your trip as well as shore visits before and after the 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
Kayaking - Le Commandant Charcot
You will make the most of the sailing opportunities and weather and ice conditions to glide along on the clear waters or between the ice floes and get as close as possible to the immaculate nature of the poles. Supervised by licenced expert guides, you will try your hand in a kayak- a craft favoured by the Inuits for at least 4,000 years. The kayak was initially used for hunting and fishing; for you, it will be a means of making the most of your adventure on the White Continent or in the Far North.*
*with limited places available
Highlights
- With featured guests Mike Louagie and Ian Dawson, Photo Ambassadors.
- Take a trip through the heart of nature as you explore the St. Lawrence in winter – a PONANT exclusive that is only possible on board Le Commandant Charcot – and enjoy a warm welcome from the people of Canada.
- 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 personalized advice to improve your photographic skills.
- Outings and shore visits with a team of naturalist-guides.
- Visit traditional villages and get to meet indigenous Innu and Micmac communities.
- The possibility of admiring the unique colours of the Northern Lights rippling across the sky.
- Activities* during the unique winter season: kayaking, ice fishing and tasting raw rockfish, dog sledding, tastings of local produce, and optional activities such as ice climbing, canoeing on ice and skijoring.
- In Quebec, visit the world’s largest winter carnival, where ice decorations and sculptures and lights form a magical spectacle.
- Make the most of Quebecois hospitality and conviviality.
- Unforgettable overnight stays to take the time to contemplate the spectacle on offer.
- Landscapes: great open spaces, fjords, immaculate boreal forests, sea ice, snow-covered valleys.
*Activities subject to weather conditions, to be pre-booked before the cruise. More information available soon.
Ports of Call & Excursions
17 January 2025 - Saint Pierre Island, Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Embarkation 17/1/2025 from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Departure 17/1/2025 at 6:00 pm
Off the Canadian coast, discover Saint Pierre Island, one of the two main islands of the Saint Pierre and Miquelon archipelago, the only French territory in North America. Endowed with a natural harbour, the island, whose name is a reference to the patron saint of fishermen, developed around the fishing industry and still has many traces of its past today. Whale hunting, cod fishing, alcohol smuggling during the Prohibition: all of these memories are still very much alive in the capital, Saint-Pierre. The island is also renowned for the observation of exceptional fauna including, among others, whales, fin whales, dolphins, seals, puffins and petrels.
18 January 2025 - At sea
Arrival 18/1/2025
Departure 18/1/2025
Anchored on the eastern shores of the province of Nova Scotia, Sydney, the largest town on the Cape Breton Island, stands proudly opposite the icy breezes of the Gulf of Saint Lawrence. Fall under the charms of an immaculate and preserved nature in this winter setting. Here, the snow-capped mountains plunge into the waters dotted with drifting ice floe, the rays of winter sun caress the captivating conifer forests with their golden hue, creating enchanting plays on light. On these lands steeped in history, the place where the Mi’kmaq indigenous people encountered the British and French explorers, discover a rich heritage shaped by these different visits, as evidenced by the emblematic Big Fiddle, the largest violin in the world standing over 18 metres (60 feet) tall.
19 January 2025 20 January 2025 - Cap-aux-Meules, Magdalen Islands
Arrival 19/1/2025
Departure 20/1/2025
Scattered through the Gulf of Saint Lawrence, the Magdalen Islands offer a variety of extraordinary landscapes, between captivating drifting ice floe, tall red sandstone cliffs, sandy beaches covered with an immaculate coat and snow-covered valleys. Here, winter really is a special season, a time of contrasts and mysteries. The icy winds intertwine with the softness of the salty air, and the colourful houses, dressed in their finest attire, stand bravely in this enchanting scenery. In these distant lands, you will be plunged into Acadian culture, you will discover ancestral traditions here and will have the chance to explore the unique landscapes on hikes or snowshoe walks along the icy shores.
21 January 2025 - Gaspé
Arrival 21/1/2025
Departure 21/1/2025
In the glacial darkness of the Canadian winter, Gaspé stands proud like a preserved and authentic jewel at the edge of the dark waters of the Gulf of Saint Lawrence. Nature seems to be holding its breath. The captivating Mount Jacques-Cartier, the highest point of the Chic-Choc Mountains range and the South, is dressed with an immaculate coat of snow, while the frozen rivers slowly wind their way, fixing time in their icy embrace. During a snowshoe walk, fall in love with the captivating landscapes of the L’Anse-au-Griffon Valley, right in the heart of the Forillon National Park. Then, in Percé, opposite the famous eponymous Rock, dive into the natural beauty of the “magic forest”, where thousands of conifers decked out in an immaculate white cloak are like silent guardians watching over this isolated piece of land. You may also fall in love with this charming town, where the exciting history and the conviviality of the locals come together in a delightful blend.
22 January 2025 23 January 2025 - Sept-Îles
Arrival 22/1/2025
Departure 23/1/2025
On the edge of the Canadian landscape, between the icy waters of the Gulf of Saint Lawrence, Sept-Îles invites you on a unique journey. Surrounded by a captivating sea of ice and an immaculate boreal forest, the seven islands, eternal guardians of the coastline, seem to murmur timeless stories. In particular, you will have the privilege of meeting the Innu people, the indigenous civilisation of the Côte-Nord, during a unique moment when you will learn more about their ancestral customs and traditions. The area is famous for its winter festivities; like its emblematic Hivernants (hunters and trappers who would spend the winter), fall under the charm of its unique environment. During Nordic hikes on skis or snowshoes, you will be enchanted by its captivated landscapes.
24 January 2025 - Sailing Saguenay River
Arrival 24/1/2025
Departure 24/1/2025
In the heart of winter, the Saguenay River becomes an enchanting setting. Aboard Le Commandant Charcot, set sail on a captivating cruise. The once turbulent waters of the Saguenay are now calm and silent, covered in a thick layer of ice. The trees lining its shores are wrapped in a glistening coat of snow, forming a majestic alley. At twilight, when the sun is setting behind the mountains, pink and gold reflections light up the horizon, turning the landscape into a bewitching tableau.
25 January 2025 27 January 2025 - La Baie (Saguenay)
Arrival 25/1/2025
Departure 27/1/2025
During the long winter months, in the majestic Saguenay Valley, the borough of La Baie is cloaked in an aura of mystery. Here, the striking contrasts of its pristine lands, where nature displays its full splendour, invite you to experience a unique moment alongside the Saguenayens, a people amongst the most welcoming and hospitable in the world. During a snowshoe walk or a dog sled outing, as a passenger or a musher, take the time to observe immaculate nature bordered by a thick ice floe, where Le Commandant Charcot will remain for several days, and you will be able to disembark. Each winter, hundreds of colourful huts set up on these frozen waters to practice traditional ice fishing. You will be initiated into these ancestral techniques and have the pleasure of tasting freshly caught rockfish.
28 January 2025 29 January 2025 - Québec
Arrival 28/1/2025
Disembarkation 29/1/2025 at 8:00 am
At the confluence of the Saint Charles River and the Saint Lawrence estuary, in the South-East of Canada, the capital of the Beautiful Province puts on its best finery in the winter season. During its long winter months, the historic streets of the city - whose name means “where the river narrows” in the Mi'kmaq language - are decked out in a cloak of snow. Let yourself be swept away by the unique atmosphere of the old town, including in the Petit Champlain district, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where the aromas of spices and hot chocolate emanating from the surrounding cafés will warm up hearts and souls alike. An oasis in the heart of urban life, the Plains of Abraham will provide you with the opportunity to try out the most popular winter activities, like cross-country skiing or ice skating, while making the most of sumptuous panoramas over the city that hosts the world’s largest winter carnival every year.
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 MONTREAL/SAINT PIERRE & MIQUELON + TRANSFER
For your serenity, PONANT selects a flight and organises the transfer between the airport and the port. This package is included in your cruise fare.
Embarkation day Montreal/Saint Pierre & Miquelon
Flight Montreal/Saint Pierre & Miquelon selected by PONANT.
Approximate flight duration: 2 h 50.
We highly recommend you arrive in Montreal 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 -
This programme includes:
- Flight Montreal/Saint Pierre & Miquelon selected by PONANT in economy class.
- Transfer mentioned in the programme.
- English-speaking assistance.
This programme does not include:
- Personal expenses.
- Any other service not mentioned in the programme.
Please note:
- Flight included in the programme is 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 Montreal, we recommend staying one night in Montreal before this flight.
- 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.
Photo ambassadors
Sharpen your eye and capture the ephemeral! Head out to sea and develop your visual senses alongside our photo ambassadors. The on-board photo ambassadors are committed and renowned professionals who will share their passion and expertise during workshops offered on board or on shore, photography-based discussions and conferences. A recurring theme of PONANT cruises is the sharing of knowledge and culture: this serves to support and highlight our openness to the world. With the help of the photo ambassadors, you will truly participate in your exploration. Take the time to feel and to observe the world around you and keep a lasting imprint of the fleeting moments and intense emotions experienced during this cruise.
Shore excursions, Pre/Post & Overlands
16/1/2025 - FLIGHTS FROM/ TO PARIS + OVERNIGHT IN MONTREAL 1N (PRE) + FROM QUEBEC TO MONTREAL 1N (POST)
€3,030
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16/1/2025 - FLIGHTS FROM/ TO PARIS + OVERNIGHT IN MONTREAL 1N (PRE) + MONTREAL: THE CITY OF LIGHTS 3N (POST)
€4,830
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16/1/2025 - FLIGHTS FROM/ TO PARIS IN BUSINESS CLASS + OVERNIGHT IN MONTREAL 1N (PRE) + FROM QUEBEC TO MONTREAL 1N (POST)
€6,975
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16/1/2025 - FLIGHTS FROM/ TO PARIS IN BUSINESS CLASS + OVERNIGHT IN MONTREAL 1N (PRE) + MONTREAL: THE CITY OF LIGHTS 3N (POST)
€8,775
Find out moreOVERNIGHT IN MONTREAL (1 NIGHT)
Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organizes your day of transit in Montreal. This programme will be a pleasant prelude to your embarkation.
Day 1 - Montreal
Meet and greet at the airport 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 Four Seasons Montreal 5*.
Dinner at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 - Montreal
Breakfast and check-out.
You will be transferred by coach to the airport for your Ponant flight to Saint Pierre and Miquelon.
Your hotel:
The Four Seasons Hotel Montreal 5* is ideally located in the city centre. This hotel with a chic and modern décor is an institution in Montreal’s lively Golden Square Mile neighbourhood. It boasts a restaurant serving refined and local dishes, a wine and cocktail bar, and a Guerlain spa. All the Carré Doré rooms feature a floor-to-ceiling window offering views of the city and are located on the upper floors of the hotel.
Your programme includes:
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1-night accommodation in a Premier Carré Doré room at the Four Seasons Hotel Montreal 5* (or similar), including breakfast.
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Transfers as mentioned in the programme.
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Services of a local English-speaking guide
Your programme does not include:
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Dinner on Day 1 and the other meals not mentioned in the programme.
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Tips for the driver and local staff.
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Personal expenses.
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Other services not mentioned in the programme.
Please note:
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The local currency is the Canadian dollar. International credit cards are accepted almost everywhere, and you can withdraw money from banks and currency exchange offices.
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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.
Contact of your hotel:
Four Seasons Hotel Montreal
1440 Rue de la Montagne
Montreal, QC, H3G 1Z5
Telephone: +1-514-843-2500
Duration of the visits are given as a guide only. The order of the visits may be reversed. For the times of your PONANT flight, please contact your travel agent; they are also shown on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
Total : €550
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.FROM QUEBEC TO MONTREAL (1 NIGHT)
Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Day 1 – Québec/Montréal
After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port by our local representative.
Transfer to Québec City train statin.
Board your train in business class for a 3 h 30 ride to Montreal. Breakfast or lunch will be served onboard depending on the final train schedule.
Then you will be transferred to the hotel Four Seasons Montreal 5*.
Rest of the day at leisure.
A hospitality desk will be available to assist you.
Diner will be served at the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 - Montréal
After breakfast and check-out, time at leisure depending on your flight schedule.
A hospitality desk will be available to assist you.
You will then be transferred to the airport in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
Your hotel:
The Four Seasons Hotel Montreal 5* is ideally located in the city centre. This hotel with a chic and modern décor is an institution in Montreal’s lively Golden Square Mile neighbourhood. It boasts a restaurant serving refined and local dishes, a wine and cocktail bar, and a Guerlain spa. All the Premium Carré Doré rooms feature a floor-to-ceiling window offering views of the city.
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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1-night accommodation in Premier Carré Doré room at the Four Seasons Montréal 5* (or similar), breakfast included.
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Meals as mentioned in the programme.
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Beverage package during meals (bottled water + 1 soft drink or 1 glass of wine or 1 local beer and 1 coffee or tea).
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Transfers, visits, and entrance fees as mentioned in the programme.
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The services of a local English-speaking guide.
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Hospitality desk at the hotel, the day of your arrival.
Your programme does not include:
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Lunch on day 2.
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Personal expenses.
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Visa if necessary.
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Tips for the driver and local guide.
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Early check-in and late check-out.
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Other services not mentioned in the programme.
Please note:
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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.
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Official hotel check-out time is 12:00 p.m.
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Early check-in or late check-out might be available depending on availability and on a supplement basis.
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The train schedule from Quebec City to Montreal will be available in late 2024, the final programme will depend on the train time departure and arrival.
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Business class onboard the train includes access to a business lounge at the train station with non-alcoholic beverages, a meal onboard the train (breakfast or lunch), local beer, wine, soft drinks, coffee, or tea. It features ergonomic seats with extra leg room and free wifi.
Contact of your hotel:
Four Seasons Hotel Montreal
1440 Rue de la Montagne
Montreal, QC, H3G 1Z5
Telephone: +1-514-843-2500
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 : €1,200
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.MONTREAL: THE CITY OF LIGHTS (3 NIGHTS)
Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Day 1 - Québec
After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port by our local representative.
Start the morning with a visit to the Hotel de Glace. With its majestic snow arches, crystal clear ice sculptures and beautiful rooms, the ice hotel offers its guests a one-of-a-kind winter experience. Each year, the hotel changes its theme, leaving ice carvers the possibility to create a unique and ephemeral hotel. Meet a sculptor who will share his experience and talent with you. Witness how the magic is created with your own eyes.
Lunch will be served in a local restaurant.
Transfer to your hotel Fairmont Chateau Frontenac 5* and check in.
Time at leisure.
In the late afternoon, board your coach for a 30 minutes transfer to Wendake. This national institution is dedicated to preserving and promoting the heritage of the Huron-Wendat Nation. Enjoy a cocktail and then experience Onhwa Lumina, an enchanted night walk that celebrates the Huron- Wendat Nation and their way of life. As night falls, you will be transported along a 1.2-kilometre pathway infused with the magic of light, sound and video projections. This immersive multimedia experience will invite you into a collective adventure rich with emotion, which bridges the founding myth to a vision of a bright and promising future.
Diner will be served at La Traite restaurant located in Wendake and experience an indigenous and fine cuisine.
Return to your hotel.
Day 2 – Québec City/Montreal
After breakfast and check-out, board your coach for a 3-hour transfer to Montreal.
Lunch will be served in a local restaurant.
Continue with a visit to the Museum of Fine Arts along with your guide. Discover the Pavilion for Peace, a legacy project for Montreal’s 375th Anniversary. The Michal and Renata Hornstein Pavilion for Peace was named in honour of these generous Montreal patrons who survived the Holocaust. It is the largest private donation made to a Quebec museum in modern history.
Transfer to your hotel Fairmont Chateau Frontenac 5* and check in.
Time at leisure. A hospitality desk will be available to assist.
Diner will be served at the hotel.
Overnight.
Day 3 – Montreal
After breakfast, start your day with a walking tour of Old Montréal. The historic character and charm of Old Montréal comes alive as you walk through its narrow, cobblestoned streets and alleyways and along its charming waterfront district, discovering the splendid architecture of one of the oldest cities in North America.
Warm up from the cold at Marché Bonsecours with Ice wine and local product tastings. Ice wine is a typical product from the region of Québec. It is a very sweet wine served with dessert or at the end of the meal. It is made from grapes that have frozen on the vine.
Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.
Continue with a visit to Images Boréales, Canada's largest Inuit and Indigenous Art Gallery. Established in 2010, Galerie Images Boréales is proud to represent nearly 200 of Canada’s most established Inuit artists from all over Nunavut.
Return to the hotel.
Time and diner at leisure. A hospitality desk will be available to assist.
Overnight.
Day 4 – Montreal
Breakfast and check-out.
A hospitality desk will be available to assist.
You will then be transferred to the airport in time for check-in of the PONANT selected flight or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
Your hotel:
Ideally located inside the walls of Old Quebec, perched on a hill overlooking St. Lawrence, the chateau of the Fairmont Frontenac 4* is emblematic of Quebec. It was one of the first of a long series of château-style hotels and it was here that Franklin Roosevelt, Winston Churchill and William Mackenzie agreed on the allied forces’ strategy during the Second World War. Fairmont Gold rooms are located on a private level and feature private check in and check out, a lounge, an exclusive continental breakfast and afternoon tea.
The Four Seasons Hotel Montreal 5* is ideally located in the city centre. This hotel with a chic and modern décor is an institution in Montreal’s lively Golden Square Mile neighbourhood. It boasts a restaurant serving refined and local dishes, a wine and cocktail bar, and a Guerlain spa. All the Premium Carré Doré rooms feature a floor-to-ceiling window offering views of the city.
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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1-night accommodation in Fairmont Gold River view room at the Fairmont Frontenac Québec 4* (or similar), breakfast included.
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2-nights accommodation in Premier Carré Doré room at the Four Seasons Montréal 5* (or similar), breakfast included.
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Meals as mentioned in the programme.
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Beverage package during meals (bottled water + 1 soft drink or 1 glass of wine or 1 local beer and 1 coffee or tea).
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Transfers, visits, and entrance fees as mentioned in the programme.
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The services of a local English-speaking guide.
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Hospitality desks at the hotel during your time at leisure.
Your programme does not include:
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Diner 3 and lunch on day 4.
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Personal expenses.
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Visa if necessary.
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Tips for the driver and local guide.
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Late check-out.
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Other services not mentioned in the programme.
Please note:
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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.
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Official hotel check-in time is 3:00 p.m.
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Official hotel check-out time is 12:00 a.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 requires you to walk outside. We recommend wearing several layers of clothing to keep your body warmth (a base layer, a middle layer and an outer layer).
Contact of your hotels:
Four Seasons Hotel Montreal
1440 Rue de la Montagne
Montreal, QC, H3G 1Z5
Telephone: +1-514-843-2500
Fairmont Le Château de Frontenac
1, rue des Carrières
Quebec City, Qc, GR1 4P5
Telephone: +1-418-692-3861
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 : €3,000
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.FLIGHTS FROM/ TO PARIS + OVERNIGHT IN MONTREAL 1N (PRE) + FROM QUEBEC TO MONTREAL 1N (POST)
Total : €3,030
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.FLIGHTS FROM/ TO PARIS + OVERNIGHT IN MONTREAL 1N (PRE) + MONTREAL: THE CITY OF LIGHTS 3N (POST)
Total : €4,830
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.FLIGHTS FROM/ TO PARIS IN BUSINESS CLASS + OVERNIGHT IN MONTREAL 1N (PRE) + FROM QUEBEC TO MONTREAL 1N (POST)
Total : €6,975
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.FLIGHTS FROM/ TO PARIS IN BUSINESS CLASS + OVERNIGHT IN MONTREAL 1N (PRE) + MONTREAL: THE CITY OF LIGHTS 3N (POST)
Total : €8,775
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.