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The Cruise

Refinement, curiosity, authenticity… Ponant embodies a unique travel philosophy aboard splendid cruise ships, inviting you to discover or rediscover iconic destinations. 5-star Culture & Relaxation cruises offer a new way to travel, combining cultural enrichment with moments of relaxation in a luxurious atmosphere, exploring sites known only to a select few. As for Expedition cruises, they allow you to discover incredible yet hard-to-reach regions, accompanied by passionate experts, scientists, and naturalist guides. The only cruise company sailing under the French flag, Ponant showcases the French art de vivre across all the world's seas. On board, this translates into high-end services, a French-speaking crew, and the promotion of French expertise. From isolated ports to secret seas, from forgotten beaches to remote lands, Ponant's experts craft itineraries far from the usual tourist trails, enabling you to enjoy unique cruises and reach seldom-visited shores.

When to go

POLE CRUISE

May to August for the Arctic & November to April for the Antarctic

Oceania Cruise

All year round

Mediterranean Cruise

April to November

The Ponant ships

The Bougainville

Ponant Multi Destinations

Style The third Ponant Explorer to enter service, Le Bougainville, completes a series tailored for expeditions. Location Mediterranean, Indian Ocean Capacity 92 Cabins & Suites Highlights A spa, 2 restaurants & the Blue Eye, a premier multisensory lounge offering exclusive immersion into underwater life

The Commandant Charcot

Ponant Poles

Style The first hybrid polar exploration ship and the latest addition to the Ponant fleet Location Arctic and Antarctic Capacity 135 Cabins & Suites Highlights A spa, 2 restaurants, communal areas designed to connect with the surrounding landscapes, and excursions led by expert expedition leaders.

The Paul Gauguin

Ponant Polynesia

Style An elegant luxury ship that has sailed through Polynesia for over 20 years Location Society Islands, Tuamotu Islands, Cook Islands, Marquesas Islands... Capacity 166 Cabins & Suites Highlights A spa, 3 restaurants under the guidance of a Michelin-starred chef, and a range of activities and excursions to discover Polynesia.

Le Ponant

Ponant Multi Destinations

Style A luxury sailing yacht offering a particularly intimate atmosphere Location French Riviera, Corsica, Italian coastlines, Greek islands, Malta, Sicily... Capacity 16 Cabins & Suites Highlights This ultra-intimate vessel offers you the unique chance to cruise like a private yacht, in a small group.

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PRACTICAL GUIDE

LANGUAGE

On board Ponant ships, the French language is celebrated, with a predominantly French-speaking crew.

HEALTH & VACCINATION

Ponant integrates all technological, human, and material measures to ensure a health bubble, applying reinforced protection: strict access conditions, rigorous onboard health protocols, daily checks and monitoring.

CURRENCY

There is no currency exchange office on board Ponant ships; the currency on board is the euro, but US dollars are also accepted. Upon embarkment, an account will be opened for you into which all your onboard expenses will be recorded. The bill will be delivered to your cabin the day before you disembark.

As this information may change, we invite you to consult
The website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Ethical luxury travel specialist, LUXeTHIKA creates exceptional tailor-made journeys with Ponant.