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Overview
Set sail with Ponant on an itinerary discovering the unexplored shores of the eastern coast of Greenland. During this 15-day expedition cruise, you will follow in the footsteps of the great French explorers?who pushed the boundaries of polar navigation from the 19th century onwards. From Longyearbyen in Spitsbergen,?L'Austral will make its way to Jan Mayen Island, which was very dear to Captain?Jean-Baptiste Charcot. Located on the threshold of the Arctic and North Atlantic oceans, this isolated and uninhabited volcanic island was a whale hunting centre and is home to large bird colonies. ...read more />
Your ship will then sail on toward the West coast of Greenland, known for its wild natural environments, its alpine landscapes, and its sea ice carried along the Transpolar Drift. L'Austral will take you along the Blosseville Coast, named after the French captain who saw it for the first time in 1833. Here, the ice sheet meets the sea. During the last part of your cruise, you will sail up the West coast of Greenland. You will be able to admire the sublime fjords of Prins Christian Sund and the blue-tinged icebergs of Narsaq, before heading for?Kangerlussuaq, where this unforgettable cruise will end.
We are privileged guests in these extreme lands where we are at the mercy of weather and ice conditions. The itinerary, 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.?
Your ship will then sail on toward the West coast of Greenland, known for its wild natural environments, its alpine landscapes, and its sea ice carried along the Transpolar Drift. L'Austral will take you along the Blosseville Coast, named after the French captain who saw it for the first time in 1833. Here, the ice sheet meets the sea. During the last part of your cruise, you will sail up the West coast of Greenland. You will be able to admire the sublime fjords of Prins Christian Sund and the blue-tinged icebergs of Narsaq, before heading for?Kangerlussuaq, where this unforgettable cruise will end.
We are privileged guests in these extreme lands where we are at the mercy of weather and ice conditions. The itinerary, 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.?
Cruise Itinerary
Arrive
Depart
Day 1: Paris - Flight to Longyearbyen
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Day 2: Stellingfjellet, Svalbard
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Day 2: Isbukta, Spitsbergen
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Day 3: Cruising At Sea
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Day 4: Jan Mayen Island, Svalbard
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Day 5: Cruising At Sea
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Day 6: Watkins Fjord
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Day 7: Tugtilik
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Day 7: Storo Island
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Day 8: Sermilik Fjord
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Day 8: Tasiilaq
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Day 9: Qingminguartalik
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Day 9: Nansen Harbor
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Day 10: Skjoldungen
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Day 11: Prins Christian Sund
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Day 11: Augpilatok
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Day 12: Igaliku
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Day 12: Narsaq Fjord
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Day 13: Cruising At Sea
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Day 14: Evighedsfjorden
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Day 15: Kangerlussuaq - Flight to Paris
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Note: Ship ports may not be located in the starting & ending cities listed. Transfers to and/or from the ship port may be required.
Life Onboard L'Austral
L'Austral
Explore the world on L'Austral surrounded by French sophistication on this luxury mega yacht. Read more
Room with a View
Every stateroom and suite offers ocean views and most have a balcony. Read more
Exquisite French Dining
Savour the exquisite flavours of Ponant's French gastronomy in the onboard restaurants. Read more
Nightlife and Entertainment
Enjoy live music in the lounges or take in a performance or show in the theatre. Read more
Renowned Service Excellence
Ponant's French crew offer guests refined service from the moment they board. Read more
Ponant Wellness Spa
Unwind with a massage or facial the Spa, where only the best French products are used. Read more
Brochure
Ponant Luxury Cruises (2023-24)
Discover our range of incredible luxury expeditions and yacht-style voyages in 2023, exploring Antarctica, the Norwegian Fjords, Caribbean & Latin America, The Indian Ocean & Persian Gulf and Oceania & Polynesia. Includes a range of trailblazing polar explorations aboard Le Commandant Charcot. If you are a travel agent, please email brochures.aus@ponant.com...more with your details and number of copies to be ordered.
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Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Ponant. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Ponant. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Ponant. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Ponant. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
