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<p style="text-align: justify;">From sea to sea, or from continent to continent, <strong>PONANT</strong> welcomes you aboard its ships for a <strong>Sea Journey</strong>. A few times a year we invite sea lovers, dreamers, and keen observers of endless horizons to join our non-stop journeys, to enjoy the comfort of our ships for an extended period and share the daily lives of our crew.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">As the days go by, you can admire the waves from the upper deck, keep fit in the spa and make good use of the pool or the gym, share the daily life of the crew, discover sailing techniques and instruments, and enjoy a break from the hectic pace of life.</p>

<p style="text-align: justify;">In the heart of the <strong>Atlantic Ocean</strong>, set off to discover the volcanic and verdant landscapes of the <strong>Canary Islands and Madeira</strong>, as well as some of the fascinating historic cities to be found on the <strong>Moroccan and Portuguese shores</strong>. On these lands of a thousand contrasts, nature reveals a wild beauty, featuring majestic volcanos, lush valleys and secret coves. You will explore <strong>cities with a rich past</strong>, brimming with architectural treasures that blend <strong>Spanish, Portuguese and Moorish influences</strong>, and picturesque and lively squares ideal for strolling around and immersing yourself in the local atmosphere. An unforgettable journey during which nature meets the vibrant heritage of past civilisations.</p>

<p style="text-align: justify;">Set off to discover the <strong>Portuguese, Spanish and French Atlantic shores</strong>, veritable <strong>treasure chests of natural beauty and history</strong>. As you glide along the water, you will see cliffs shaped by the wind, lively fishing ports and historic cities all reveal themselves, immersing travellers in a <strong>marine heritage nurtured by Latin and Celtic influences</strong>. In these seaside territories, marked by the great sagas of the Atlantic route, each port of call unveils its jewels: secular architecture, the authentic charm of the corsair cities, spectacular coastal walks, and so on. <strong>An elegant marine adventure</strong>, featuring wild nature, a rich past and a gentle European way of life.</p>

<p style="text-align: justify;">Set off to discover the wild and melancholic lands of the <strong>British archipelagos and Celtic shores</strong>. During this cruise, nature will reveal itself in all its raw and captivating splendour: steep cliffs, windswept beaches, verdant moors and secret gardens come together to compose a landscape of mystical beauty. On each port of call, the <strong>ancient heritage</strong> of the sites is embodied through the Viking vestiges, the ruins of forgotten castles, villages of authentic charm and welcoming cities. A real journey back into time, into the heart of nature steeped in legends.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p>

<p style="text-align: justify;">From Scottish shores to the ice of Spitsbergen, via the Norwegian coastlines, this Nordic odyssey will take you into a raw and fascinating world. Windswept islands and vertiginous fjords unveil legendary sites, sketching out the history of the breathtaking Hebrides, Shetland and Lofoten archipelagos. In the north, cliffs populated by seabirds, fishermen’s cabins and jagged peaks announce the Arctic. At the gateway to Svalbard, time seems to stand still. Age-old fjords and glaciers are home to whales, walruses and Arctic foxes, as well as the polar bear, the discreet lord of the manor, which sometimes allows itself to be glimpsed in this opaline kingdom.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><em>We are privileged guests in these extreme lands, where weather and ice conditions dictate the course. Sailing schedules, landings at certain sites and wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed and vary from day to day, making every PONANT cruise a unique experience. The captain and expedition leader will do their utmost to ensure that your experience is as enriching as possible, while complying with safety instructions and AECO regulations.</em></span></p>

<p style="text-align: justify;">Somewhere in the <strong>High</strong> <strong>Arctic</strong>, between 76 and 80 degrees latitude North, <strong>Spitsbergen</strong>, meaning "pointed mountains”, awaits you for an unforgettable journey looking out for wild life. The sea rolls on, and the white-striped mountains rise up from deeply tinted waters. The ship is escorted by <strong>Arctic</strong> <strong>fulmars</strong>. The first ice appears, still discreet. Black-legged kittiwakes share an iceberg, while Arctic terns fly over the area. Aboard the ship or a Zodiac dinghy, you will admire the power of nature while becoming aware of its fragility. On these inhospitable lands,<strong> Svalbard reindeer and Arctic foxes</strong> coexist with the <strong>walruses</strong> lying on the beach and with the Lord of the Arctic, <strong>the polar bear</strong>, that you will perhaps have the chance to admire.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><em>Itinerary is?subject to change according to port authorizations and government regulations. We are privileged guests in these remote lands where we are at the mercy of weather, ice, tidal and current conditions. Landings on certain sites and the observation of certain wildlife cannot be guaranteed. They vary from day to day, making each PONANT cruise a unique experience. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, while complying with the safety rules and instructions imposed by the AECO.</em></span></p>

<p style="text-align: justify;">Somewhere in the <strong>High</strong> <strong>Arctic</strong>, between 76 and 80 degrees latitude North, <strong>Spitsbergen</strong>, meaning "pointed mountains”, awaits you for an unforgettable journey looking out for wild life. The sea rolls on, and the white-striped mountains rise up from deeply tinted waters. The ship is escorted by <strong>Arctic</strong> <strong>fulmars</strong>. The first ice appears, still discreet. Black-legged kittiwakes share an iceberg, while Arctic terns fly over the area. Aboard the ship or a Zodiac dinghy, you will admire the power of nature while becoming aware of its fragility. On these inhospitable lands,<strong> Svalbard reindeer and Arctic foxes</strong> coexist with the <strong>walruses</strong> lying on the beach and with the Lord of the Arctic, <strong>the polar bear</strong>, that you will perhaps have the chance to admire.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><em>Itinerary is?subject to change according to port authorizations and government regulations. We are privileged guests in these remote lands where we are at the mercy of weather, ice, tidal and current conditions. Landings on certain sites and the observation of certain wildlife cannot be guaranteed. They vary from day to day, making each PONANT cruise a unique experience. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, while complying with the safety rules and instructions imposed by the AECO.</em></span></p>

<p style="text-align: justify;">Somewhere in the <strong>High</strong> <strong>Arctic</strong>, between 76 and 80 degrees latitude North, <strong>Spitsbergen</strong>, meaning "pointed mountains”, awaits you for an unforgettable journey looking out for wild life. The sea rolls on, and the white-striped mountains rise up from deeply tinted waters. The ship is escorted by <strong>Arctic</strong> <strong>fulmars</strong>. The first ice appears, still discreet. Black-legged kittiwakes share an iceberg, while Arctic terns fly over the area. Aboard the ship or a Zodiac dinghy, you will admire the power of nature while becoming aware of its fragility. On these inhospitable lands,<strong> Svalbard reindeer and Arctic foxes</strong> coexist with the <strong>walruses</strong> lying on the beach and with the Lord of the Arctic, <strong>the polar bear</strong>, that you will perhaps have the chance to admire.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><em>Itinerary is?subject to change according to port authorizations and government regulations. We are privileged guests in these remote lands where we are at the mercy of weather, ice, tidal and current conditions. Landings on certain sites and the observation of certain wildlife cannot be guaranteed. They vary from day to day, making each PONANT cruise a unique experience. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, while complying with the safety rules and instructions imposed by the AECO.</em></span></p>

<p style="text-align: justify;">Somewhere in the <strong>High</strong> <strong>Arctic</strong>, between 76 and 80 degrees latitude North, <strong>Spitsbergen</strong>, meaning "pointed mountains”, awaits you for an unforgettable journey looking out for wild life. The sea rolls on, and the white-striped mountains rise up from deeply tinted waters. The ship is escorted by <strong>Arctic</strong> <strong>fulmars</strong>. The first ice appears, still discreet. Black-legged kittiwakes share an iceberg, while Arctic terns fly over the area. Aboard the ship or a Zodiac dinghy, you will admire the power of nature while becoming aware of its fragility. On these inhospitable lands,<strong> Svalbard reindeer and Arctic foxes</strong> coexist with the <strong>walruses</strong> lying on the beach and with the Lord of the Arctic, <strong>the polar bear</strong>, that you will perhaps have the chance to admire.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><em>Itinerary is?subject to change according to port authorizations and government regulations. We are privileged guests in these remote lands where we are at the mercy of weather, ice, tidal and current conditions. Landings on certain sites and the observation of certain wildlife cannot be guaranteed. They vary from day to day, making each PONANT cruise a unique experience. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, while complying with the safety rules and instructions imposed by the AECO.</em></span></p>

<p style="text-align: justify;">Somewhere in the <strong>High</strong> <strong>Arctic</strong>, between 76 and 80 degrees latitude North, <strong>Spitsbergen</strong>, meaning "pointed mountains”, awaits you for an unforgettable journey looking out for wild life. The sea rolls on, and the white-striped mountains rise up from deeply tinted waters. The ship is escorted by <strong>Arctic</strong> <strong>fulmars</strong>. The first ice appears, still discreet. Black-legged kittiwakes share an iceberg, while Arctic terns fly over the area. Aboard the ship or a Zodiac dinghy, you will admire the power of nature while becoming aware of its fragility. On these inhospitable lands,<strong> Svalbard reindeer and Arctic foxes</strong> coexist with the <strong>walruses</strong> lying on the beach and with the Lord of the Arctic, <strong>the polar bear</strong>, that you will perhaps have the chance to admire.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><em>Itinerary is?subject to change according to port authorizations and government regulations. We are privileged guests in these remote lands where we are at the mercy of weather, ice, tidal and current conditions. Landings on certain sites and the observation of certain wildlife cannot be guaranteed. They vary from day to day, making each PONANT cruise a unique experience. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, while complying with the safety rules and instructions imposed by the AECO.</em></span></p>

<p style="text-align: justify;">Somewhere in the <strong>High</strong> <strong>Arctic</strong>, between 76 and 80 degrees latitude North, <strong>Spitsbergen</strong>, meaning "pointed mountains”, awaits you for an unforgettable journey looking out for wild life. The sea rolls on, and the white-striped mountains rise up from deeply tinted waters. The ship is escorted by <strong>Arctic</strong> <strong>fulmars</strong>. The first ice appears, still discreet. Black-legged kittiwakes share an iceberg, while Arctic terns fly over the area. Aboard the ship or a Zodiac dinghy, you will admire the power of nature while becoming aware of its fragility. On these inhospitable lands,<strong> Svalbard reindeer and Arctic foxes</strong> coexist with the <strong>walruses</strong> lying on the beach and with the Lord of the Arctic, <strong>the polar bear</strong>, that you will perhaps have the chance to admire.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><em>Itinerary is?subject to change according to port authorizations and government regulations. We are privileged guests in these remote lands where we are at the mercy of weather, ice, tidal and current conditions. Landings on certain sites and the observation of certain wildlife cannot be guaranteed. They vary from day to day, making each PONANT cruise a unique experience. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, while complying with the safety rules and instructions imposed by the AECO.</em></span></p>

<p style="text-align: justify;">Beyond the Arctic Circle, set off to explore the islands of the<strong> Far North, from Spitsbergen to Iceland</strong>, via the <strong>east coast of Greenland.</strong> In this polar kingdom with its spectacular geology, you will discover majestic fjords – including <strong>Scoresby Sound</strong>, the world’s largest network of fjords -, vertiginous snow-capped peaks, gigantic icebergs, ancient glaciers and infinite tundra sheltering <strong>remarkable wild fauna</strong> that you will certainly be lucky enough to observe. During your journey, you will also dive into the <strong>passionate history</strong> of these lands lying at the end of the world and <strong>set off to encounter local communities</strong>, the guardians of these untamed spaces.</p>

<p style="text-align: justify;">Set sail on an unforgettable odyssey, where the Nordic ice whispers the legends of the Vikings. From <strong>the shores of Iceland</strong> to the <strong>untamed lands of Greenland</strong>, fall under the spell of <strong>silent fjords</strong>, <strong>jagged mountains</strong> and blue-tinged icebergs. Each port of call will reveal striking and wild natural beauty: villages nestled against rock, tundra scattered with Viking ruins, and a horizon dotted with cetaceans and seabirds... Sailing along <strong>Prins Christian Sound</strong>, where waterfalls and cliffs are illuminated by crystal-clear light, and in <strong>Disko Bay</strong>, home to the largest icebergs in the Northern Hemisphere, will leave you awestruck. This is a timeless adventure to the far reaches of the world.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><em>We are privileged guests in these remote lands where we are at the mercy of weather, ice, tidal and current conditions. Landings on certain sites and the observation of certain wildlife cannot be guaranteed. They vary from day to day, making each PONANT cruise a unique experience. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, while complying with the safety rules and instructions imposed by the AECO. </em></span></p>

<p style="text-align: justify;">Set off along Baffin Bay to discover the most breathtaking polar scenery and rich Inuit culture. Majestic glaciers, infinite tundra, steep cliffs and lunar landscapes come together to form this unique decor, a testament to spectacular and fragile nature. The absolute highlight of the trip will be navigating Disko Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to sculptural icebergs that are among the most impressive in the Northern Hemisphere. During this cruise, the marine life will reveal itself - seals, whales and seabirds - while the colourful Inuit villages will open their doors to you, to experience unforgettable moments of sharing.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><em>Itinerary is?subject to change according to port authorizations and government regulations. We are privileged guests in these remote lands where we are at the mercy of weather, ice, tidal and current conditions. Landings on certain sites and the observation of certain wildlife cannot be guaranteed. They vary from day to day, making each PONANT cruise a unique experience. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, while complying with the safety rules and instructions imposed by the AECO.?</em> </span></p>

<p style="text-align: justify;">Behold the majestic infinity of the northern expanses during a journey taking you from <strong>Greenland</strong> to <strong>Nunavut </strong>to the coastlines of <strong>Labrador</strong> and the sumptuous <strong>island of Newfoundland, </strong>featuring<strong> passionate history, majestic nature and unforgettable hikes</strong>. During the cruise, a succession of landscapes will create a sentiment of tranquillity, inherent to the contemplation of these spaces, which exceed any known proportions: gigantic fjords, high mountains, and so on. You will plunge into the <strong>past of the Arctic territories</strong>, marked by the great expeditions, and discover <strong>rich and unique fauna</strong> before being welcomed at the end of the journey by a small piece of France: <strong>Saint Pierre Island</strong>. </p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><em>Itinerary is?subject to change according to port authorizations and government regulations. We are privileged guests in these remote lands where we are at the mercy of weather, ice, tidal and current conditions. Landings on certain sites and the observation of certain wildlife cannot be guaranteed. They vary from day to day, making each PONANT cruise a unique experience. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, while complying with the safety rules and instructions imposed by the AECO.?</em> </span></p>

<p style="text-align: justify;">Sail on the magical waters of the <strong>Saint Lawrence</strong>, where the ocean slowly fades into the river. From the red cliffs of the <strong>Magdalen</strong> <strong>Islands</strong> to the spectacular fjords of <strong>Newfoundland</strong>, via the forests to the north of the Gulf of Saint Lawrence sprinkled with <strong>yellow birch, American beech and sugar maple trees</strong>, fall under the captivating spell of unique panoramas inhabited by wild fauna: <strong>majestic deer, elegant whales and gracious belugas</strong>. Set off to discover the Inuit and Innu cultures, and soak up the tales of those who have made these lands their home for centuries.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><em>Subject to ice and weather conditions. </em><em>The expedition highlights and itineraries described above illustrate possible experiences only and cannot be guaranteed.</em></p>