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The Geographic North Pole

The Geographic North Pole

  • Itinerary
    Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen to Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen
    Duration
    16 days
  • Dates
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Come aboard Le Commandant Charcot for an unforgettable voyage.

With featured guest Cindy Miller Hopkins, American Photo Ambassador.

Head for 90 degrees North! Since the 16th century, the greatest expeditions have constantly tried to reach the North Pole. This mythical geographic point inspires and attracts as much as it fascinates dreamers and conquerors seeking out the other side of the world.

What if Le Commandant Charcot achieved this absolute pinnacle adventure by enabling you, perhaps, to tread on this virtually unattainable point?

Following in the wake of Frederick Cook, Robert Edwin Peary or Roald Amundsen, who were among the many who fought to achieve this elusive goal, you will be part of the chosen few ones to attempt the odyssey, 700 km (435 miles) from any land.

From Spitsbergen, you will head towards the north to sail the waters at the edges of the Earth, towards landscapes that change constantly according to the ice and the plays of light. Nature reigns supreme here, sheltering exceptional wildlife that you will perhaps be lucky enough to see as your journey progresses: polar bears, seals or even whales! Your exploration of this silent world, frozen by the cold, will continue as you attempt to reach the Grail of all polar explorers: the North Pole!

Swept by the winds and the currents, the ice floe is constantly drifting and the Captain of your ship will manoeuvre carefully and with great humility in an attempt to reach the northernmost point of our planet.

Find out more about the world of Le Commandant Charcot here!

We are privileged guests in these extreme lands where we are at the mercy of weather and ice conditions. Our navigation, mainly in the fjords, will be determined by the type of ice we come across; as the coastal ice must be preserved, we will take this into account from day to day in our itineraries. The sailing programme, outings, activities and observation of fauna cannot be guaranteed and are subject to weather and ice conditions. The experiences are unique and vary from day to day and for each departure. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, while respecting safety instructions and regulations imposed by the AECO.

Overview

Your voyage

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Destination

Destination

Arctic

Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen to Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen

Duration

16 days, 15 nights on board

Expeditions

Cindy Miller Hopkins

Cindy Miller Hopkins

flight paris/longyearbyen + transfers + flight longyearbyen/paris

No single supplement, PONANT Bonus 25%

Kayaking - Le Commandant Charcot

Kayaking - Le Commandant Charcot, Hiking or snowshoeing, Polar plunge

Ref: LLRC45 - CC270826

Journey

Your daily itinerary

  • Sail through pack ice and ice floes aboard Le Commandant Charcot, a polar exploration vessel, in search of the Geographic North Pole, just like the great explorers.
  • Discover the landscapes (ice compression ridges, mountains, deep valleys, vertiginous walls of ice, glaciers in Svalbard) and the wildlife (opportunities to glimpse or observe polar bears, seabirds, cetaceans, etc.).
  • Activities: opportunities for outings and shore visits in a rubber dinghy; landings on the ice; kayaking; hiking or snowshoeing; polar plunging.
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Guest

Sharing your journey with

Cindy Miller Hopkins Ian Dawson

Cindy Miller Hopkins

Staterooms and suites

Elegance and refinement

*Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability, and subject to change at any time. The category of stateroom to which this price applies may no longer be available.

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The Geographic North Pole

Itinerary

Embarkation 27/08/26 from 16:00 to 17:00 Departure 27/08/26 at 18:00

27 Aug 26 - Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen
27 Aug 26 - Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen

Arrival 28/08/26 Departure 28/08/26

28 Aug 26 - At sea along Spitsbergen
28 Aug 26 - At sea along Spitsbergen

Arrival 29/08/26 Departure 02/09/26

29 Aug 26 > 2 Sept 26 - Navigating through the sea ice
29 Aug 26 > 2 Sept 26 - Navigating through the sea ice

Arrival 03/09/26 Departure 03/09/26

3 Sept 26 - Geographic North Pole
3 Sept 26 - Geographic North Pole

Arrival 04/09/26 Departure 08/09/26

4 Sept 26 > 8 Sept 26 - Navigating through the sea ice
4 Sept 26 > 8 Sept 26 - Navigating through the sea ice

Arrival 09/09/26 Departure 10/09/26

9 Sept 26 > 10 Sept 26 - At sea along Spitsbergen
9 Sept 26 > 10 Sept 26 - At sea along Spitsbergen

Arrival 11/09/26 early morning Disembarkation 11/09/26 at 8:00

11 Sept 26 - Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen
11 Sept 26 - Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen

The Geographic North Pole

Included package

FLIGHT PARIS/LONGYEARBYEN + TRANSFERS + FLIGHT LONGYEARBYEN/PARIS

The Geographic North Pole

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Parisian escapade (2 nights)

PARISIAN ESCAPADE (2 NIGHTS)
Details

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

Enjoy an exclusive stay at Le Meurice in Paris, prior your cruise onboard Le Commandant Charcot.

Day 1 - Paris

Meet at Paris 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).

You will be transferred to the hotel Le Meurice – Dorchester Collection.

Check-in your room.

Diner is at leisure.

Overnight at the hotel.

Days 2  – Paris

Breakfast at the hotel.

Days are at leisure.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3 – Paris

Breakfast at the hotel.

Check-out from your room.

You will be transferred from your hotel to Paris airport terminal, in time for check-in of flight selected by PONANT prior your cruise onboard Le Commandant Charcot

Your hotel:

Discover the luxury and elegance of Le Meurice hotel, an iconic establishment nestled in the heart of Paris. Immerse yourself in a refined ambiance while staying in sumptuous rooms, featuring exquisite furnishings for optimal comfort. Indulge in exceptional cuisine at the Michelin-starred restaurant, where talented chefs create delicious dishes. Located near renowned sites such as the Louvre Museum and the Tuileries Gardens, Le Meurice is the perfect place to explore the vibrant city. Enjoy a moment of relaxation in its exclusive spa, where the therapists will provide you with high-quality treatments for a soothing experience. From your first steps in relaxed and luxurious atmosphere of the lobby to the cosy design of your room, you will spend an outstanding stay there.

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

Your programme includes:

  •  2-night accommodation in Superior room at Le Meurice 5* palace, breakfast included.
  •  Transfers as mentioned in the programme.
  • Your programme does not include:
  •  Personal expenses.
  •  Meals and visits during your stay.
  •  Optional activities.
  •  Early check-in.
  •  Visa if necessary.
  •  Tips for the driver and local guide.
  •  Other services not mentioned in the programme.

Please note:

  •  It is imperative that the details of your arrival 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 check-in at 3: 00 pm.
  •  To enhance your stay, tailored options will be presented to you at a later stage.

Contact of your hotel:

Le Meurice – Dorchester Collection
28 Rue de Rivoli,
75001 Paris
FRANCE
Telephone number: +33 1 44 58 10 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.

 


Total

1,960 €/person*

Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.

Comfort package: night in paris cdg airport

COMFORT PACKAGE: NIGHT IN PARIS CDG AIRPORT
Details

For your serenity, PONANT selects for you an ideally located hotel and organises your transfer to the airport.
 
Day 1 - Roissy CDG

Check-in in Pullman Roissy CDG hotel, from 4:00 pm.
The rest of the day and the evening are at leisure.
Dinner is at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
 
Day 2 - PONANT selected flight for embarkation
 
Breakfast is at leisure.
Group transfer from the hotel to the airport terminal, in time for check-in of flight selected by PONANT.
 
Your hotel:
 
The Pullman Roissy CDG hotel is a four stars property located in Roissy. Located at 2 minutes walking from Roissypole, RER and CDGVal station, you will easily be able to join it.

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

This programme includes:

·        1-night accomodation in Deluxe Room at the Pullman Roissy CDG 4* local standards (or similar).

·        Transfer mentionned in the programme.

·        A soft welcome drink, upon arrival at the hotel.

This programme does not include:

·        Dinner of day 1.

·        Breakfast of day 2.

·        Tips and gratuities.

·        All personal expenses (meals and drinks, sightseeing, etc.)

·        Early check-in, late check-out and other services not mentioned in the programme.

Please note:

·        Official hotel check-in time is 4:00 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.

·        Departure time of the hotel will be communicated by our representative.

·        This programme is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Contact of your hotel:

Hôtel Pullman Roissy CDG 4*
3 Bis Rue de la Haye
93290 Roissy-en-France

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.

 


Total

260 €/person*

Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.

Comfort package: night in paris cdg

COMFORT PACKAGE: NIGHT IN PARIS CDG
Details

For your serenity, PONANT organises your transfer and select for you an ideally located hotel.

Day 1 - Disembarkation Day

After landing of your flight selected by PONANT in Paris, meet and greet at the airport and transfer to the Pullman Roissy CDG hotel.

Check-in in your room.

Evening and dinner at leisure.

Day 2 – Roissy CDG

Breakfast on your own followed by check-out.

Your hotel:

The Pullman Roissy CDG hotel is a four stars property located in Roissy. Located at 2 minutes walking from Roissypole, RER and CDGVal station, you will easily be able to join it.

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.

This programme includes:

·        Transfer mentionned in the programme.

·        1-night accomodation in Deluxe room at the Pullman Roissy CDG 4* local standard (or similar).

·        A soft welcome drink, upon arrival at the hotel.

This programme does not include:

·        Dinner of day 1.

·        Breakfast of day 2.

·        Tips and gratuities.

·        All personal expenses (meals and drinks, sightseeing, etc.)

·        Early check-in, late check-out and other services not mentioned in the programme.

Please note:

·        Official hotel check-in time is 4:00 p.m

·        Official hotel check-out time is 12:00 p.m

·        Late check-out might be available depending on availability and on a supplement basis.

·        This programme is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Contact of your hotel:

Pullman Roissy CDG Airport
3 Bis Rue de la Haye
93290 Roissy-en-France
Phone: +33 01 70 03 11 63

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.


Total

290 €/person*

Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.

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