Ponant

Daily Itinerary

1. Day 1

   Kangerlussuaq Havn

   Depart 18:00

   Greenland

   

   Kangerlussuaq Havn is the eastern Greenlandic gateway to the Scoresby Sund — the world's longest fjord system — where sheer basalt cliffs, colossal icebergs, and one of Earth's most isolated Inuit communities await expedition vessels from Ponant and Hapag-Lloyd. Visit July through September for muskox encounters, midnight-sun ice photography, and the Arctic in its most concentrated and demanding form.

2. Day 2

   Sisimiut

   Greenland

   

   Sisimiut is Greenland's adventure capital, a colourful Arctic town of 5,500 people just north of the Arctic Circle on the west coast. Must-dos include hiking the Arctic Circle Trail, whale watching for humpbacks and narwhals, and exploring the colonial-era museum. Summer brings midnight sun and hiking conditions, while winter offers dog-sledding, skiing, and northern lights.

3. Day 3

   Qikiqtarjuaq, Nunavut, Canada

   Canada

   

   Qikiqtarjuaq on Baffin Island is the gateway to Auyuittuq National Park — home to the world's greatest vertical drop at Mount Thor and the legendary Akshayuk Pass hiking route through glaciers and granite peaks. The hamlet's 600 Inuit residents maintain active narwhal hunting traditions and produce acclaimed stone carvings. Must-dos include cultural presentations, purchasing art from local carvers, and witnessing the midnight sun on the Penny Ice Cap. July through September provides the only access window.

4. Day 4

   At Sea

   

5. Day 5

   Grinnell Glacier

   Canada

   

   Grinnell Glacier on Baffin Island's Meta Incognita Peninsula is a remote Arctic destination where ancient ice calves into dark fjord waters surrounded by tundra wildflowers, caribou, and the narwhal and beluga that feed in the nutrient-rich meltwater. Accessible only by expedition ship during the brief August-to-September window, every visit is unique and weather-dependent. This is High Arctic expedition cruising at its most profound — a landscape of overwhelming scale and humbling natural power.

6. Day 6

   Akpatok, Canada

   Canada

   

   Akpatok Island is a massive limestone plateau in Canada's Ungava Bay, rimmed by 245-meter cliffs hosting over a million nesting murres and serving as one of the eastern Arctic's most important polar bear denning sites. Visitors experience the overwhelming spectacle from Zodiac cruises along the cliff base, watching endless streams of seabirds against towering stone walls. The visiting window is limited to late July through early September when ice permits access.

7. Day 7

   Torngat Mountans National park, Canada

   Canada

   

   Torngat Mountains National Park occupies Labrador's remote northern tip, where 3.9-billion-year-old mountains plunge into the Labrador Sea amid fjords, glaciers, and polar bear territory. Must-dos include Inuit-guided hiking with bear guards, base camp cultural immersion, and wildlife watching for caribou, Arctic foxes, and seals. The season runs only from mid-July to mid-September, when expedition ships and charter flights provide the sole access to this profoundly wild Arctic sanctuary.

8. Day 8

   Nain, Canada

   Canada

   

   Nain is the northernmost settlement in Newfoundland and Labrador, a small Inuit community serving as the capital of Nunatsiavut and the gateway to the spectacular Torngat Mountains National Park. Must-dos include experiencing Inuit culture and brass band music, tasting Arctic char and bakeapple berries, and exploring the glacier-carved Torngat Mountains. July through September offers the only ice-free window for visiting this remote Labrador coast.

9. Day 9

   Rigolet, Newfoundland

   Canada

   

   Rigolet is a remote Labrador Inuit settlement of fewer than three hundred people at the entrance to Hamilton Inlet, where traditional hunting and fishing culture persists in one of Canada's most spectacular wilderness settings. Must-dos include tasting smoked Arctic char prepared in family smokehouses, experiencing the Northern Lights in pristine dark skies, and learning about Inuit culture at a community feast. July–August offers the mildest weather, while winter brings extraordinary aurora viewing and dog-sledding adventures.

10. Day 10

    Battle Harbor, Newfoundland and Labrador

    Canada

    

    Battle Harbor, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, offers an authentic North American experience where stunning natural landscapes meet communities of genuine character. Visitors should explore the surrounding wilderness and sample the honest, locally sourced cuisine that defines the region. The ideal visiting period is May through October, when the climate is at its most welcoming for outdoor exploration. Cruise lines including Ponant feature this port on their most compelling itineraries. Whether you have a few hours or a full day, the port rewards exploration at every pace and in every direction.

11. Day 11

    L'anse-Aux-Meadows, newfoundland

    Canada

    

    L'Anse aux Meadows is the UNESCO-listed site at Newfoundland's northern tip proving Vikings reached North America around 1000 AD — five centuries before Columbus. Visit June through September via Seabourn or Viking for reconstructed Norse buildings, Parks Canada interpretive programs, and the haunting experience of standing where medieval Greenlanders made landfall on a windswept coast still visited by icebergs from their homeland.

12. Day 12

    Twillingate, Newfoundland

    Canada

    

    Twillingate is Newfoundland's "Iceberg Capital," a colourful outport town where massive Arctic icebergs drift past the harbour each spring, complemented by humpback whale watching and dramatic coastal hiking. Must-do experiences include boat tours among towering icebergs, sampling cod tongues and iceberg vodka, and watching for whales from Long Point Lighthouse. Late April through July offers the peak convergence of icebergs, whales, and seabirds.

13. Day 13

    Bonavista

    Canada

    

    Bonavista is a historic Newfoundland outport where John Cabot reportedly made his 1497 landfall, perched on dramatic Precambrian cliffs that now host whale-watching, iceberg viewing, and the acclaimed Skerwink Trail. Must-do experiences include hiking the clifftop paths past sea stacks and puffin colonies, tasting pan-fried cod tongues and traditional fish and brewis, and touring the restored Ryan Premises mercantile complex. Visit in July and August for the warmest weather and peak whale activity, or late June to catch icebergs drifting south from Greenland.

14. Day 14

    St John's, Newfoundland

    Canada

    

    St. John's is North America's oldest English-founded city, a colourful Newfoundland harbour capital where Jellybean Row houses climb steep hills, Marconi received the first transatlantic wireless signal, and icebergs drift past the harbour mouth each spring. Must-dos include climbing Signal Hill for Atlantic panoramas, the screech-in cod-kissing ceremony, and hiking to Cape Spear — the continent's easternmost point. Visit July or August for warm weather and iceberg season.

15. Day 15

    Saint Pierre and Miquelon, Canada

    Saint Pierre and Miquelon

    

    Saint Pierre and Miquelon is France's last territory in North America, a fog-wrapped archipelago off Newfoundland where croissants, crêpes, and the euro coexist with cod fishing and Prohibition-era history. Must-dos include exploring the rum-running Heritage Museum, dining on fresh cod and French wines, and visiting the haunting cemetery on Île aux Marins. June through September offers the best weather for this improbable outpost of French culture.

16. Day 16

    Miquelon Island

    Saint Pierre and Miquelon

    

    Miquelon Island, Saint Pierre and Miquelon is a distinctive port city where deep cultural heritage meets authentic local atmosphere, featured on itineraries by Ponant. Must-do experiences include walking the historic center to experience the layered architectural heritage, and seeking out the regional culinary traditions at a locally favored establishment away from the port area. The optimal time to visit is May through September, when mild temperatures and long days favor unhurried exploration.

17. Day 17

    At Sea

    

18. Day 18

    Halifax

    Arrive 07:00

    Canada

    

    Halifax, the historic capital of Nova Scotia, is a refined Atlantic port where centuries of maritime heritage meet a flourishing culinary scene anchored by Digby scallops, donairs, and one of North America's oldest farmers' markets. Visitors should not miss the star-shaped Citadel Hill and the harbourfront boardwalk's constellation of galleries and tasting rooms. The ideal season stretches from late June through October, when autumn's blazing foliage transforms the entire province into a masterwork of colour and the cruise terminal welcomes the world's finest vessels.

Cabin Categories

Deluxe Stateroom

Outside

193 sq ftMax 2D

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A bathroom with shower A private 4 m² balcony A window and panoramic glazed swing door

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTVSafe+10

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Prestige Stateroom Deck 4

Outside

193 sq ftMax 21

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A bathroom with shower A private 4 m² balcony A panoramic sliding bay window

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Prestige Stateroom Deck 5

Outside

193 sq ftMax 22

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A bathroom with shower A private 4 m² balcony A panoramic sliding bay window

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTVSafe+10

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Prestige Stateroom Deck 6

Outside

193 sq ftMax 23

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A bathroom with shower A private 4 m² balcony A panoramic sliding bay window

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTVSafe+10

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Deluxe Suite Deck 6

Suite

290 sq ftMax 2DS

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation) Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival Butler service An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and a basket of fruit every day One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) and TV An armchair and a sofa (167 x 70 cm) A bathroom with shower A private 5 m² balcony A panoramic sliding bay window

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerBathToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableButler Service+13

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Owner's Suite

Suite

484 sq ftMax 2OS

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Private return transfer Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation) Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival Butler service An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day A bedroom with one king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A living/dining room with a sofa, armchair, second TV, 4-seater table, and sliding courtesy door A bathroom with shower and Balneo bathtub A one-hour spa treatments per person (for 2 people) in the well-being space, chosen from the facial and body treatments on offer Included premium pass: access to a selection of premium spirits at the bar A private 9 m² balcony Two panoramic sliding bay windows

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerBathToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableButler Service+13

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Prestige Deck 5 Suite

suite

4

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A lounge with convertible sofa to a king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm), armchairs, second TV, and sliding courtesy door Two bathrooms with shower A private 8 m² balcony Two panoramic sliding bay windows

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Prestige Suite Deck 6

Suite

398 sq ftMax 45

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation) Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival Butler service An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A lounge with convertible sofa to a king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm), armchairs, a second TV, and a sliding courtesy door Two bathrooms with shower A private 8 m² balcony Two panoramic sliding bay windows

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedTVSafeHair Dryer+10

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Superior Stateroom

Suite

226 sq ftMax 36

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: One king-size bed or two single beds (180 x 200 cm) A bathroom with shower A window (except for stateroom 300: a round porthole only)

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerRoom Service AvailableTVSafeHair Dryer+11

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