Explore the sights. sounds and soul of Asia on journeys curated for true cultural immersion. From Japan’s traditions to Hong Kong’s gustatory delights and South Korea’s frenzied energy plus so much more, the possibilities of discovery are endless.
Discover Japan aboard a PONANT EXPLORATIONS voyage into the heart of one of Asia’s most fascinating countries where ancient traditions meet modern innovations.
Discover North America’s Great Lakes aboard PONANT EXPLORATIONS voyages with Smithsonian Journeys Experts to share the region’s rich history.
Together with Smithsonian Journeys, discover the timeless allure of the South of France the PONANT way.
PONANT’s alliance with Smithsonian Journeys brings exceptional historical and cultural depth to your expedition.
Follow in the footsteps of adventures of French explorers on PONANT explorer cruises.
Global cooperation continues to play a key role in keeping Antarctica pristine and protected to this day because of the Antarctica Treaty of 1959.
Celebrated archaeologist and geologist Dr. Peter Bobrowsky brings his brilliance and expertise on PONANT & Smithsonian Journeys voyage.
Join PONANT and The Explorers Club as We Celebrate Antarctic Ambassadorship Day: April 24, 2024
Pack countless Baltic Sea discoveries into just under two weeks, all while you indulge in one of our elegant small ships.
In this blog post, PONANT will be zeroing in on 3 Spectacular UNESCO Treasures on the Indian Subcontinent in India and Sri Lanka.
We thought we’d answer the question that might cross your mind as you explore this vast frontier: Who owns Antarctica?
Live the Legacy of France’s Great Explorers.
Experience True Cultural Immersion with PONANT.
9 Surprises About a Cycladic Jewel, Mykonos. A PONANT small ship luxury cruise will take you there in ultimate style.
Join PONANT and Smithsonian Journeys on a luxury, small ship expedition to the Land of Fire and Ice for a scientific inquiry.
The “boss” of polar expeditions in Antarctica
Join PONANT and Smithsonian Journeys during our Cruising Southern Spain & Portugal voyage
Learn about the secrets of Prince William Sound, & how it embodies the untamed wilderness and maritime heritage of Alaska.
PONANT Reveals the Magic of Scandinavia’s Christmas Markets in 2024.
Remote, untouched, and seen by few travelers, Baffin Bay on Greenland’s western coast piques the curiosity of the most experienced explorers.
As you’ll discover during a PONANT luxury Alaska expedition, totem poles of Alaska holds many meanings to the First Nations people.
Expedition Leader Ryo Ijichi is thrilled to take PONANT guests deep into the remote reaches of his breathtaking homeland of Japan.
Since 2022, our alliance with Smithsonian Journeys has added depth and insight to PONANT itineraries.
200 years of adventures on the edge of Greenland
A legacy of peoples and poles
The adventurer’s dream job
In the wake of Japanese merchants
PONANT zooms in on 3 Spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Southeast Asia: Malacca, Borobudur, and the Singapore Botanic Gardens.
PONANT takes you to Mykonos, and reveals the story of these beloved treasures, during our spectacular journeys to the Greek Islands.
The vast snowy expanses and icy fjords of Eastern Greenland and Scoresby Sound have long been home to the Inuit.
PONANT and Smithsonian Journeys Unveil the Hanseatic Treasure of Visby. We’ll set our sights on Visby on the western shores of Gotland.
Wilderness Capital of the Arctic Ocean. Europe’s gateway to the North Pole, the Svalbard Archipelago, is a land of unspeakable beauty
When in Japan, dine Like the Japanese. Here are PONANT’S Top 6 Japanese dining etiquette tips to help you make the most of your trip.
Explore the Legacy of Vikings in the Orkney and Shetland Islands onboard our luxury expedition cruise through Scotland.
The Venetian Republic had a formidable rival: Today’s UNESCO World Heritage Site of Dubrovnik. PONANT is proud to show you its riches.
Kaikoura. Akaroa. Te Wharawhara. These coastal regions of the South Island of New Zealand were settled by the Māori people 1000+ years ago.
Breathe in paradise
Interview with Christian Makarian, deputy editor of L’Express
Embark on a spiritual journey to subtropical Japan
An archaeological treasure to discover in Australia
Three centuries of commercial supremacy
The blended cultural heritage of Central America
The adventurer’s dream job
10 fascinating facts about the jewel of Granada
Connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans: a historic challenge
Spiritual and sacred journeys, from Japan to Sri Lanka
Prepare to be amazed
Portugal’s historical heart
A break in Guatemala’s most Caribbean city
Journey into the world of “green gold”.
An adventure to the furthest reaches of the globe!
Sailors, young or old, still have lots to learn from the rich world of the sea and oceans.
Travel back to pre-Columbian times.
Discovering the baroque treasure of Central America.
Take a closer look at three great explorers whose names were chosen for three of the new PONANT expedition ships.
A journey through history and mythology.
In the footsteps of Victor Hugo.
Next stop the Yucatan, Mexico, and its Mayan remains, in 5 can’t-miss stops.
Focus on an ancient culture looking to the future.
ust like the tides, the wind is the captain’s senior officer. Depending on its strength and speed, it can cause the ship to change direction. Here are 4 things to know to have the wind in your sails!
“Olivier Levasseur, historical figure or folk legend? Both, my captain! Since his death in 1730 in Réunion, this famous French pirate, better known as La Buse, has lost none of his mystery and intrigue. And neither has his elusive lost loot, the stuff fantasies are made of and the focus of an astounding treasure hunt which began almost 300 years ago…”
A profile of Jean-Baptiste Charcot and Sir Ernest Shackleton
“You have to take the time to look at something beautiful, look at it closely, and take pleasure in it,”
An insatiable appetite for the mysteries of the Antarctic
Painters and authors: 5 artists to (re)discover to get inspired
Jarlshof: 4000 years of Scottish history
A taste of Japanese culture
The mysterious Peruvian geoglyphs
We often talk about pirates and privateers without really knowing what distinguishes them.
During the 11th century AD, Chichén Itzá was a powerful Mayan, then Toltec city.
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