Embark your ship in Longyearbyen, the capital of the Norwegian Svalbard archipelago, located on Svalbard’s main island and is the northernmost territorial capital on the planet. With winter temperatures dropping to below 40°C, the landscapes of this mining town are simply breathtaking. The glaciers, the mountains stretching as far as the eye can see, and the untouched nature make you feel like you’re in unexplored territory.

A kingdom of contrasts and natural marvels dotted with islands and peninsulas, northwest Spitsbergen, fascinates with its preserved beauty. On these pristine lands, infinity unveils itself, treating the eyes to beauty sculpted by nature and enhanced by the changing light. The fjords bathed by icy waters, the jagged mountains, and the imposing glaciers stand majestically before you like monumental sculptures. In these lands, where souls are filled with deep serenity, only the murmur of broken ice, bearing mysteries and legends, disturbs the calmness. Aboard your Zodiacs and, in the company of naturalist guides, get as close as possible to this unique fauna and discover this center for scientific expedition departures. In the distance, majestic whales glide silently through the glacial waters, whereas seals, walruses, and Arctic foxes add a playful touch of life. As Svalbard reindeer wander the vast expanses, Arctic terns liven up the polar sky with their gracious flight, and polar bears patrol magnificently along the icy shores, which you may be lucky to see.

During your cruise, discover Ny-Alesund, a former mining town transformed into a scientific base. Founded in 1916, this small town was the departure point for many Arctic expeditions, including the famous explorer Roald Amundsen. Take advantage of a visit to the museum and its famous post office, which is considered the northerly in the world!

During your journey at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to relaxation in the spa or stay in shape at the fitness center. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. This journey without a port of call will also be an opportunity to enjoy the conferences or shows proposed on board, depending on the activities offered, shop in the boutique, or meet the PONANT photographers in their dedicated space. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship’s upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. It is an enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest, and entertainment.

The island of Jan Mayen, belonging to Norway, lies hidden off Greenland’s coastlines, lost between the Arctic and North Atlantic oceans. Only a handful of Norwegian meteorologists inhabit this small piece of land. Tongues of ice descend from its volcanic summit, which culminates at 2,227 meters and is covered with a thick glacial coat. These tongues join the sea between ranges of black volcanic rocks, sometimes tinged with red. If the sky is clear, you can have the chance to glimpse the summit, decked out in magnificent light. The visit of a small fin whale will perhaps enable you to complete this memorable picture. 

On the East coast of Greenland, in the Ittoqqortoormiit region, you can have the rare opportunity of immersing yourself in the heart of isolated scenery and exploring the beauty of its landscapes. The high alpine mountains stand out in the sky, revealing dark rock edges. The region is home to the longest fjord system in the world, Scoresby Sound. On the edge of the fjord, the eponymous village is considered one of the most remote inhabited places in the world. The colorful houses, typical of Greenland, dot the landscape with small red, yellow, and blue patches that stand out against the surrounding arid landscape. Immersing yourself in this region will allow you to discover the ancestral way of life of the last hunters of the polar region. This will be a veritable deep dive into the lives of the Arctic's inhabitants.

Covering an area of 13,700 km2 (5,290 mi2), Scoresby Sound is the world's largest and deepest fjord system. Named after the explorer and whale hunter William Scoresby, who mapped the region in 1822, it opens onto the Greenland Sea north of the Blosseville Coast. This wild and desert region offers untouched panoramas of infinite beauty, with high snow-capped peaks rising tall alongside icebergs immersed in clear, blue-tinged waters. Discovering these stunning places in the wake of great explorers like Captain Charcot, who was deeply attached to the land of the Inuit, inspires a profound reverence.

During your journey at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to relaxation in the spa or stay in shape at the fitness center. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. This journey without a port of call will also be an opportunity to enjoy the conferences or shows proposed on board, depending on the activities offered, shop in the boutique, or meet the PONANT photographers in their dedicated space. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship’s upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. It is an enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest, and entertainment.

Your ship will take you to the heart of the fjords of North-West Iceland, a wild land of lost valleys and cliffs where man struggles to survive. In this very isolated region, you can find the Isafjörður fjord, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful in the country, mainly for its relief, forged by many ancient basaltic flows. Isafjörður, which nestles at the back of its fjord between imposing mountains, is a delightful little town that lives exclusively from fishing. The capital of the Western fjords, its old wooden houses bear witness to its past as a major fishing port.

Iceland's capital stretches along the edge of a vast bay in the country's west. Perlan, the "Pearl of Reykjavík" museum on' Oskjuhlið hill, offers a panoramic view of the lush, green landscapes. A little further, one can easily spot the signpost showing the way to the evangelical Hallgrímskirkja church and to the historical center, where one can stroll along the Skólavördustígur and the Laugavegur, two lively streets with charming small shops. Visitors can visit the Reykjanes peninsula and its famous thermal lagoons of the Blue Lagoon for some relaxation just outside the city.