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The Gulf of Bothnia, at the Gateway to the Arctic on Le Commandant Charcot

Cruise, Ocean cruise
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Between gastronomy and diplomacy, enjoy a unique experience aboard the Commandant Charcot, where culinary arts serve the cause of international relations. In partnership with the Club des Chefs des Chefs, you will travel in the company of Gilles Bragard, founder and president of the Club; Cristeta Comerford, former Executive Chef of the White House; Guillaume Gomez, former chef of the Élysée Palace and ambassador of French gastronomy, present on board during the first days of the cruise; as well as Sylvie Bermann, the first woman to serve as France's ambassador to the United Kingdom, China, and Russia.

It’s raining stars in our bed. This sensitive evocation of the Arctic night, which is the title of Scandinavian poetry collection, invites us to the best seats in the house to watch the union between the vault of heaven and the earth’s crust, beneath a multitude of stars. In the delicious comfort of Le Commandant Charcot, experience winter at the gateway to the Arctic, admire the spectacle of the Gulf of Bothnia, between enchanted landscapes and traditions, and from the Stockholm Archipelago discover a magical world in half-light. Experience the period of Kaamos, the polar night, during which luminosity is reduced to a twilight of 4 to 5 hours per day, representing everyday life for the local population 

The itinerary may be altered based on port approvals and to comply with applicable government regulations  Please also note that the sailing programme, shore visits and activities cannot be guaranteed, as they are subject to weather conditions.

*The land-based activities and excursions can be conducted in English with a translator if required.

Interests
  • Culinary and Cooking
  • Luxury
  • Wine
About Le Commandant Charcot
About Ponant
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PONANT is the World Leader in Luxury Expeditions with ultra-modern, intimate ships, offering attentive service and well-designed itineraries that touch all corners of the globe. Every cruise is a blend of adventure, exploration, and discovery—all experienced in luxurious comfort, even in the heart of extreme landscapes.

Why cruise with PONANT?

• 13 luxury small ships, able to easily navigate small waterways and visit remote destinations not accessible by large cruise ships.

Le Commandant Charcot, the world’s first luxury hybrid-electric polar exploration yacht, sails further into the polar regions (including the Geographic North Pole).

• The youngest expedition fleet afloat.

• The leader in luxury polar expeditions for over 20 years and cultural cruising for over 30 years.

• Over 400 awe-inspiring cruises, calling at over 450 ports on all seven continents.

• Experts on board our voyages of discovery and learning to enrich guests’ understanding of the destinations.

• An exclusive partnership with Smithsonian Journeys, the the travel program of the Smithsonian Institution.

• Understated elegance on board with French-inspired cuisine, fine wines, and chic design.

• Proud to partner with Sothys, Veuve Clicquot, and Ducasse Conseil. Ships feature fabrics by Pierre Frey, beauty products from Hermès, macarons by Ladurée, and tea from Palais des Thés.

• 100% of our staterooms have a sea view and 95% have a balcony (100% on the PONANT EXPLORERS).

• Attentive yet discreet service from an experienced, multilingual onboard staff and crew.

• Open bridge access (requires approval from Captain).

• “Clean Ship” certification for the fleet in recognition of their eco-friendly features.

• All-inclusive pricing with open bar, gratuities, port fees, and taxes (including Zodiac explorations/landings on expeditions).

• The world’s first underwater passenger lounge, the Blue Eye, featured exclusively on the PONANT EXPLORER ships.

Jan 15, 2027 through
Jan 23, 2027
Jan 11, 2027 7:00 PM
8 Nights from
$12,340.00 (USD)
Per Person
+ $530.00 taxes/fees
Prestige Stateroom Deck 6 Cat.PR6
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Itinerary

Day Port Arrive Depart
1 Kemi
2 Kemi
3 Oulu
4 Lulea
5 At Sea Aboard Le Commandant Charcot
6 Rauma
7 Stockholm
8 At Sea Aboard Le Commandant Charcot
9 Helsinki 8:00 AM
Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.