Secrets of the North Sea

Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organizes your transfer between the port of disembarkation and the airport.

London

After disembarkation procedures have been completed, you will be greeted by our local representative.

You will then be transferred to Heathrow Airport, in time for check-in of the PONANT selected flight. 

Your programme includes:

·        Transfers by deluxe coach.

·        Services of a local English-speaking guide.

Your programme does not include:

·        Tips for the driver and local guide.

·        Personal expenses and other services not mentioned in the program.

For the times of your Ponant flight, please contact your adviser; they are also shown on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.

Kindly note that a minimum number of participants is required for this trip to proceed. As a result, both the price and itinerary may be adjusted based on the final number of participants. Should the minimum number not be met, we will offer you an alternative arrangement.

Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.

Day 1 - London

After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port by our local representative.

Your day of visit will start first with a traditional tea tasting session at Bird&Blend which will teach you all about different tea types and blending herbs, along with how they are made, best enjoyed and their health benefits.

Continue your London experience with a lunch during which you will enjoy a lunch with a panoramic city tour on board le Bustronome.

During afternoon, you will be transferred to the famous British Museum where you will (re)discover its collection covers over two million years of human history and civilization. The collection includes world-famous artefacts such as the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures, and Egyptian mummies.

Then, you will be transferred to your hotel selected by Ponant.

End of the day and dinner at leisure.

Day 2 - London

After breakfast and check-out, time at leisure depending on your flight schedule.

You will then be transferred to the airport in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).

Your hotel:

Hazlitt’s London 4* is ideally located near Sosho Square, Oxford Street and Tottenham Court Road. This Georgian-style boutique hotel will take you back in time. Built in 1718, it was the property of a London writer and there is still an intimate and cozy atmosphere with Victorian decoration. The restaurant serves breakfast every morning in room but does not have a restaurant; however, you will be conveniently located for dining out nearby.

Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.

Your programme includes:

• 1-night accommodation in Superior room at Hazlitt's London 4* hotel local standards (or similar), breakfast included.
• Meals as mentioned in the programme.
• Beverage package during meals (1 glass of wine + 1 soft drink + mineral water + coffee or tea).
• Transfers, visits, and entrance fees as mentioned in the programme.
• The services of a local English-speaking guide.

 Your programme does not include:

• Dinner on day 1, lunch and dinner on day 2.
• Personal expenses.
• Visa if necessary.
• Tips for the driver and local guide.
• Early check-in and late check-out.
• Other services not mentioned in the programme.

Please note:

• It is imperative that the details of your departure flight are provided to your travel agent, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise, to secure the proper private transfer.
• Official hotel check-in time is 3:00 p.m. 
• Official hotel check-out time is 12:00 a.m.
• Early check-in or late check-out might be available depending on availability and on a supplement basis.
• This programme is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. The hotel doesn't have rooms adapted for disabled people and most of the rooms are accessed by stairs only. 
• The weather in London can be very unpredictable and changes very quickly. We recommend dressing in layers that can be easily added or removed as necessary. To carry a waterproof jacket is also highly recommended.

Contact of your hotel:

Hazlitt's London
6 Frith Street, Soho Square,
London, England, W1D 3JA

Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.

 

Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your day time between the airport and your port of embarkation.

Copenhagen

Meet at the airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT.

Your day will start at the Market Halls of Copenhagen. Located in the heart of the city, these iconic halls are a vibrant reflection of Copenhagen's culinary soul. You will stroll among the stalls where Danish culinary tradition meets contemporary innovation. Each stall is brimming with gourmet treasures infused with captivating aromas. Local artisans and producers will take pleasure in sharing their passion and craftsmanship with you.

A voucher will be provided to you for lunch, allowing you to savor a typical Danish dish prepared by a local restaurant at your own pace.

After lunch, you will depart for a panoramic tour of Copenhagen during which you will have the opportunity to grasp the soul of this charming, colorful city crisscrossed by canals. You will immortalize the famous Little Mermaid. This work of art, created by sculptor Edvard Eriksen in 1913, is a true artistic masterpiece blending delicacy and emotion. Her graceful silhouette is perched on a rock in the city's harbor, gazing out towards the horizon.

You will then be transferred to the pier of Copenhagen to embark on your ship.

Your programme includes:

·        The transfer as mentioned in the programme.

·        Services of a local English-speaking guide.

Your programme does not include:

·        Tips for the driver and local guide.

·        Personal expenses.

·        Other services not mentioned in the programme.

To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.

In the event of schedule changes of PONANT’s selected flight, your programme will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised programme will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final programme will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.

Kindly note that a minimum number of participants is required for this trip to proceed. As a result, both the price and itinerary may be adjusted based on the final number of participants. Should the minimum number not be met, we will offer you an alternative arrangement.

Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.

Day 1 – Copenhagen

Meet at Copenhague airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).

Transfer of around 30 minutes, from the airport to the Nobis Hotel 5*, not far from the Tivoli Gardens, in the very heart of the historic center of Copenhagen.

Afternoon and evening at leisure.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 – Copenhagen

Breakfast.

Your morning will be dedicated to discovering the royal grandeur of Denmark. You will begin with Christiansborg Palace, a symbol of tradition, power, and continuity that embodies the quintessence of elegance and sophistication. The Palace houses the royal representation rooms, where events of paramount importance take place. It was here, on January 14, 2024, that the Prime Minister proclaimed the new King of Denmark, marking a new era for the Danish monarchy.

Then, you will walk to the iconic house of Royal Copenhagen, refined and prestigious, which has embodied Danish elegance since 1775. This establishment is a porcelain factory that marries traditional craftsmanship with timeless design, creating pieces that transcend eras and trends. The porcelain collections of Royal Copenhagen have adorned royal tables and elegant homes around the world.

Lunch in a local restaurant.

After lunch, you will go to visit the famous Frederiksborg Castle, around 30 kilometres (19 miles) north of Copenhagen, which was built by King Christian IV at the beginning of the 17th century on three islets surrounded by a lake. You will be able to admire its Baroque Park and its romantic landscaped gardens, as well as a remarkable collection of portraits, historic paintings, tapestries and decorative arts.

You will then return to your hotel for some free time before heading out again to dine in a local restaurant.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3 – Copenhagen

After breakfast and check-out, you will head off to visit the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, located half an hour away from Copenhagen. You will discover its very beautiful sculpture garden offering a magnificent panorama over the Baltic Sea as well as many masterpieces by Giacometti, Andy Warhol, Calder, Francis Bacon or Asger Jon, one of the prominent figures in the CoBrA avant-garde movement. This architectural jewel is perfectly integrated into its environment and will delight art lovers.

After lunch in a local restaurant, you will be driven to the Little Mermaid, symbol of Copenhagen for an essential photo stop. This work of art, created by sculptor Edvard Eriksen in 1913, is a true artistic masterpiece blending delicacy and emotion. Her graceful silhouette is perched on a rock in the city's harbor, gazing out towards the horizon.

You will then be transferred to the pier of Copenhagen to embark on board your ship.

Your hotel:

The Nobis 5*, a member of Design hotels, is ideally located in the historic heart of Copenhagen. Its rooms are elegantly decorated with Scandinavian furniture in a sleek and contemporary spirit, with bathrooms in grey marble.  You will be able to enjoy access to its fitness centre as well as its relaxation area, with a swimming pool, sauna and hammam. 

Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.

Your programme includes:

·        2-nights accommodation in Deluxe room Nobis 5* hotel (local standard) or similar, breakfast included.

·        Meals as mentioned in the programme.

·        Beverage package during meals (bottled water + 1 soft drink or 1 local beer or 1 glass of wine and 1 coffee or tea).

·        Transfers, visits, and entrance fees as mentioned in the programme.

·        The services of a local English-speaking guide.

Your programme does not include:

·        Dinner on day 1.

·        Personal expenses.

·        Visa if necessary.

·        Tips for the driver and local guide.

·        Early check-in and late check-out.

·        Other services not mentioned in the programme.

Please note:

·        It is imperative that the details of your departure flight are provided to your travel agent, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise, to secure the proper private transfer.

·        Early check-in or late check-out might be available depending on availability and on a supplement basis.

·        Official hotel check-in time is 3:00 p.m.

·        Official hotel check-out time is 11:00 a.m.

·        This program requires to be able of walking to reach the house of Royal Copenhagen. We recommend wearing light clothing and comfortable walking shoes.

·        Denmark’s unit is Danish Krone.

Contact of your hotel:

NOBIS hotel
Niels Brocks Gade 1
1574 København, Denmark
Telephone : (45) 78 74 14 10

Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.

Kindly note that a minimum number of participants is required for this trip to proceed. As a result, both the price and itinerary may be adjusted based on the final number of participants. Should the minimum number not be met, we will offer you an alternative arrangement.