Best Luxury Expedition Cruises

Many consider Ponant Explorations to be one of the best luxury expedition cruises available; their penchant for combining immersive discovery with refined care and attention has a knack for elevating already exciting itineraries. From the storied Mediterranean coastlines to the far reaches of the polar world, Ponant ensures every detail is designed for a seamless voyage.

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Why You Should Choose Ponant Explorations:

• One excursion per day per port of call, accompanied by local guides
• Lectures led by expedition leaders, naturalist guides, tour guides or distinguished guests
• Depending on the destination, exclusive moments with local communities
• Haute cuisine, cocktails and wine (excluding premium drink menu)
• 24-hour room service
• Unlimited Wi-Fi

Our travel professionals agree:

“Ponant Explorations answers the question: What if you could experience French luxury at the edge of the world? No matter where on Earth you’re cruising, this is a fundamentally luxe way to adventure.”

It’s not just the recommendation that our agency can provide. Thanks to our position within the travel industry, we’re well equipped to deliver scores of perks, amenities and savings with all the leading names in travel. Pair that with the peace of mind you get from letting someone else handle all the logistics of planning and booking, and you’re well on your way to your smoothest adventure yet.

Featured Sailings:

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10-Night Made in Italy, the Luxury Edition

Le Boréal
September 8, 2027
From Livorno to Venice

Enjoy exclusive moments from private visits to the Gucci Archive and Ginori 1735 workshops to a gem-cutting demonstration with a master craftsman from Pomellato, discussions with a Brioni tailor about the perfect cut and an exclusive tour of the Palazzo Van Axel, Bottega Veneta’s residence in Venice.

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7-Night Treasures of Japan and South Korea by Sea — with Smithsonian Journeys

Le Soléal
May 1, 2027
From Busan to Osaka

From feudal castles and imperial cities to Shinto shrines, Buddhist temples, artistic gardens and regional flavors, this itinerary offers a multifaceted glimpse into the heart of Japanese culture.

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7-Night Celtic Voyage: The Hebrides and the Irish Sea — with Smithsonian Journeys

Le Bellot
May 9, 2027
From London to Glasgow

Discover UNESCO World Heritage sites, from Canterbury Cathedral to the Giant’s Causeway along the Antrim Coast. Delve into the misty past of the Hebridean Isles of Mull and Iona.

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7-Night Icelandic Mosaic — with The Explorers Club

Le Bellot
July 22, 2027
Roundtrip Reykjavík

On the edge of the Arctic, Iceland is both romantic and untamed. As part of The Explorers Club — a world-renowned society dedicated to advancing exploration — this unique voyage will feature onboard lectures by Karim Iliya, a photographer, filmmaker and conservationist.

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12-Night The Geographic North Pole

Le Commandant Charcot
Multiple Sailings throughout July & September 2027
Roundtrip Longyearbyen

Sail through ice floes in search of the Geographic North Pole, the Holy Grail of adventurers in search of “the end of the world.” Aboard Zodiacs and in the company of naturalist guides, experience up close a wild and silent world that evolves according to the ice and the dazzling Northern Lights.

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7-Night Panama & Costa Rica by Sea: The Natural Wonders of Central America — with Smithsonian Journeys

Le Lapérouse
February 19, 2027
From Puntarenas to Colón

Experience a daytime crossing of the Panama Canal, visits to UNESCO-listed National Parks and exclusive access to the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute in Panama.

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