Ponant

Daily Itinerary

1. Day 1

   Reykjavik

   Depart 17:00

   Iceland

   

   Reykjavik, the world's northernmost capital, distils the entire improbable beauty of Iceland into one compact, creatively charged city. The soaring basalt columns of Hallgrímskirkja dominate a skyline of primary-coloured rooftops, while the Harpa Concert Hall shimmers beside the harbour like a captured aurora. Day trips from the city unlock the Golden Circle's geysers and Geysir hot spring, the black sand beaches of Vík, and the ethereal glacier lagoon at Jökulsárlón. Geothermal pools — from the legendary Blue Lagoon to intimate neighbourhood hot pots — offer warmth year-round. June and July bring the bewitching midnight sun.

2. Day 2

   Denmark Strait

   

3. Day 3

   Tasiilaq

   Greenland

   

   Tasiilaq is the largest settlement in East Greenland with just 2,000 residents, one of the most remote inhabited communities on Earth, surrounded by the spectacular Sermilik Icefjord, massive glaciers, and tundra that blooms intensely during the brief Arctic summer. Must-dos include a boat trip through the iceberg-filled Sermilik Icefjord, hiking the Valley of Flowers, and watching traditional tupilak carving and drum dancing. Visit August for the warmest weather and best icefjord access.

4. Day 4

   Blosseville Coast

   Greenland

   

   Blosseville Coast in Greenland offers dramatic Nordic landscapes where fjords, glaciers, and pristine wilderness create scenes of remarkable natural grandeur. The essential experience is immersion in the outdoor environment—hiking, wildlife watching, and savoring the region's exceptional seafood in settings of extraordinary beauty. Best visited June through August, when the midnight sun bathes the landscape in golden light for nearly twenty-four hours. 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.

5. Day 5

   Ittoqqortoormiit (ex Scoresbysund)

   Greenland

   

   Ittoqqortoormiit is one of Earth's most isolated settlements, a 350-person Inuit community at the mouth of the world's longest fjord system on Greenland's remote east coast. Must-dos include Zodiac exploration of the monumental Scoresby Sund fjords, watching for musk oxen on the tundra, and visiting the colorful Arctic community. Mid-July through September offers the narrow window when sea ice permits access.

6. Day 6

   Northeast Greenland

   Greenland

   

   Northeast Greenland encompasses the world's largest national park — nearly one million square kilometres of uninhabited Arctic wilderness where musk oxen, polar bears, and the planet's largest fjord system create one of Earth's last true frontiers. Must-dos include cruising Scoresby Sund's iceberg-filled waters, observing musk ox herds on ancient tundra, and witnessing glaciers calving into turquoise fjords. Visit August or early September for the best ice-free fjord access.

7. Day 6

   Northeast Greenland

   Greenland

   

   Northeast Greenland encompasses the world's largest national park — nearly one million square kilometres of uninhabited Arctic wilderness where musk oxen, polar bears, and the planet's largest fjord system create one of Earth's last true frontiers. Must-dos include cruising Scoresby Sund's iceberg-filled waters, observing musk ox herds on ancient tundra, and witnessing glaciers calving into turquoise fjords. Visit August or early September for the best ice-free fjord access.

8. Day 7

   Northeast Greenland

   Greenland

   

   Northeast Greenland encompasses the world's largest national park — nearly one million square kilometres of uninhabited Arctic wilderness where musk oxen, polar bears, and the planet's largest fjord system create one of Earth's last true frontiers. Must-dos include cruising Scoresby Sund's iceberg-filled waters, observing musk ox herds on ancient tundra, and witnessing glaciers calving into turquoise fjords. Visit August or early September for the best ice-free fjord access.

9. Day 8

   Northeast Greenland

   Greenland

   

   Northeast Greenland encompasses the world's largest national park — nearly one million square kilometres of uninhabited Arctic wilderness where musk oxen, polar bears, and the planet's largest fjord system create one of Earth's last true frontiers. Must-dos include cruising Scoresby Sund's iceberg-filled waters, observing musk ox herds on ancient tundra, and witnessing glaciers calving into turquoise fjords. Visit August or early September for the best ice-free fjord access.

10. Day 9

    Northeast Greenland

    Greenland

    

    Northeast Greenland encompasses the world's largest national park — nearly one million square kilometres of uninhabited Arctic wilderness where musk oxen, polar bears, and the planet's largest fjord system create one of Earth's last true frontiers. Must-dos include cruising Scoresby Sund's iceberg-filled waters, observing musk ox herds on ancient tundra, and witnessing glaciers calving into turquoise fjords. Visit August or early September for the best ice-free fjord access.

11. Day 10

    At Sea

    

12. Day 11

    At Sea

    

13. Day 12

    Nordaustlandet Island

    Svalbard and Jan Mayen

    

    Nordaustlandet is Svalbard's second-largest island, dominated by Europe's greatest ice caps and the Northern Hemisphere's longest glacier front stretching over 200 kilometers. Must-dos include Zodiac cruising along the Austfonna ice face, observing walrus haul-outs, and watching for polar bears along the coast. July and August offer the navigable window, with ice conditions varying significantly year to year.

14. Day 13

    Hinlopen Strait

    Svalbard and Jan Mayen

    

    Hinlopen Strait in Svalbard and Jan Mayen offers dramatic Nordic landscapes where fjords, glaciers, and pristine wilderness create scenes of remarkable natural grandeur. The essential experience is immersion in the outdoor environment—hiking, wildlife watching, and savoring the region's exceptional seafood in settings of extraordinary beauty. Best visited June through August, when the midnight sun bathes the landscape in golden light for nearly twenty-four hours. Cruise lines including Hapag-Lloyd Cruises 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.

15. Day 14

    Soraust-Svalbard Nature Reserve

    Svalbard and Jan Mayen

    

    Søraust-Svalbard Nature Reserve is a vast, ice-bound wilderness in the southeastern Svalbard archipelago, home to one of the Arctic's highest concentrations of polar bears and massive walrus haul-outs. Must-dos include searching for polar bears on the pack ice edge, observing walrus colonies on Edgeøya's beaches, and experiencing the profound silence of the High Arctic tundra. The expedition season runs July–September, with access dependent on annual ice conditions.

16. Day 15

    Spitsbergen

    Svalbard and Jan Mayen

    

    Spitsbergen is the largest island in the Svalbard archipelago, a thousand kilometres from the North Pole, where polar bears outnumber humans, glaciers calve into pristine fjords, and the midnight sun illuminates an Arctic wilderness of extraordinary beauty. Must-do experiences include Zodiac cruises along glacier fronts, wildlife watching for polar bears and walruses, and visiting the Global Seed Vault in Longyearbyen. June through September is the expedition season.

17. Day 16

    Spitsbergen

    Svalbard and Jan Mayen

    

    Spitsbergen is the largest island in the Svalbard archipelago, a thousand kilometres from the North Pole, where polar bears outnumber humans, glaciers calve into pristine fjords, and the midnight sun illuminates an Arctic wilderness of extraordinary beauty. Must-do experiences include Zodiac cruises along glacier fronts, wildlife watching for polar bears and walruses, and visiting the Global Seed Vault in Longyearbyen. June through September is the expedition season.

18. Day 17

    Longyearbyen

    Arrive 08:00

    Svalbard and Jan Mayen

    

    Longyearbyen, the northernmost permanent settlement in the world, is a unique port in the Svalbard archipelago, rich in history and breathtaking Arctic landscapes. Must-do experiences include savoring local delicacies like reindeer stew and exploring the stunning fjords of Raudfjord and Liefdefjorden. The best time to visit is during the summer months, when the midnight sun illuminates the stunning scenery.

Cabin Categories

Prestige Stateroom Deck 6

Balcony

215 sq ftMax 21

A king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A bathroom with shower A panoramic sliding bay window A 5 m² glazed private balcony

ShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTVSafeHair Dryer+11

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Prestige Stateroom Deck 7

Balcony

215 sq ftMax 22

A king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A bathroom with shower A panoramic sliding bay window A 5 m² glazed private balcony

ShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTVSafeHair Dryer+11

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Prestige Stateroom Deck 8

Balcony

215 sq ftMax 23

A king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A bathroom with shower A panoramic sliding bay window A 5 m² glazed private balcony

ShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTVSafeHair Dryer+11

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Deluxe Suite Deck 6

Suite

301 sq ftMax 2DS6

A lounge area with chaise longue and two armchairs A king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A bathroom with shower A panoramic sliding bay window A 5 m² glazed private balcony

Double or Twin ConfigurationRoom Service AvailableTVSafeHair DryerTelephone+13

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Deluxe Suite Deck 7

Suite

301 sq ftMax 2DS7

A lounge area with chaise longue and two armchairs A king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A bathroom with shower A panoramic sliding bay window A 5 m² glazed private balcony

Double or Twin ConfigurationRoom Service AvailableTVSafeHair DryerTelephone+13

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Deluxe Suite Deck 8

Suite

301 sq ftMax 2DS8

A lounge area with chaise longue and two armchairs A king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A bathroom with shower A panoramic sliding bay window A 5 m² glazed private balcony

Double or Twin ConfigurationRoom Service AvailableTVSafeHair DryerTelephone+13

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Duplex Suite Deck 6

Suite

1,011 sq ftMax 411

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 a basket of fruit every day A lounge with armchairs, sofa bed, steam fireplace and TV A dining room with a 6-seater table A minibar with RIEDEL crystal glasses A Samsung tablet connected to Wi-Fi A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) and TV A bathroom with shower and balneo bathtub Five panoramic windows and a glazed panoramic swing door A private 26 m² terrace: outdoor lounge with sofa and armchairs, jacuzzi Two pairs of Swarvoski CL Companion 10 x 30 binoculars

King or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerBathToiletries ProvidedRoom Service Available+15

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Grand Prestige Suite on Deck 6

Suite

452 sq ftMax 2GPS6

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 lounge area with chaise longue and second TV A Samsung tablet connected to Wifi A king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A bathroom with shower and Balneo bathtub A panoramic sliding bay window A 5 m² glazed private balcony Two pairs of Swarvoski CL Companion 10 x 30 binoculars

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerRoom Service AvailableTVSafeHair Dryer+13

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Owner's Suite

Suite

1,237 sq ftMax 6OS

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 king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A living room with armchairs, two sofa beds, steam fireplace, and second TV A desk and bookcase A Samsung tablet connected to Wifi A dining room with a 6-seater table A minibar with RIEDEL crystal glasses 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 A private 186 m² terrace: outdoor lounge with deckchairs, hot tub, two sofas, and dining table Two panoramic sliding bay windows Two pairs of Swarvoski CL Companion 10 x 30 binoculars A Swarovski Optik ST VISTA telescope

King or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerBathWhirlpool BathToiletries Provided+16

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Prestige Suite Deck 7

Suite

430 sq ftMax 44

A lounge with sofa, armchair, TV and sliding courtesy door A king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) Two bathrooms with shower Two panoramic sliding bay windows A 10 m² glazed private balcony

King or Twin ConfigurationSofa BedLounge AreaVanity AreaShowerToiletries Provided+10

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Prestige Suite Deck 8

Suite

430 sq ftMax 45

A lounge with sofa, armchair, TV and sliding courtesy door A king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) Two bathrooms with shower Two panoramic sliding bay windows A 10 m² glazed private balcony

King or Twin ConfigurationSofa BedLounge AreaVanity AreaShowerToiletries Provided+10

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Privilege Suite Deck 8

Suite

516 sq ftMax 410

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 lounge with sofa bed, armchair, and sliding courtesy door A Samsung tablet connected to Wifi A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A bathroom with shower and Balneo bathtub Two panoramic sliding doors and rectangular porthole A 12.5 m² glazed private balcony Two pairs of Swarvoski CL Companion 10 x 30 binoculars

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerRoom Service AvailableTVSafeHair Dryer+13

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