Le Commandant Charcot · 17-Day Iceland, Northeast Greenland and Svalbard Cruise, Sep 28, 2026
Route Map
Route map is indicative. Actual ports, landings, cruising areas and activity order may change according to weather, sea state, ice and local operating conditions.
Product Overview
- Travel Dates
- 2026.09.28 — 2026.10.14
- Destination
- Confirmed in the confirmed departure documents.
- Duration
- 17 days / 16 nights
- Detail
- Confirmed in the confirmed departure documents.
- Ship / transportation
- Confirmed in the confirmed departure documents.
Trip Images
Images are indicative. Scenery and landing arrangements depend on the actual departure.
A 17-day cruise-only PONANT departure aboard Le Commandant Charcot, operating from Sep 28, 2026 to Oct 14, 2026. The route links Iceland, Northeast Greenland National Park, Scoresby Sound, Svalbard and Tromso, with high Arctic wildlife, autumn tundra colors, possible northern lights, Zodiac operations and landings subject to conditions. Cabin space, pricing and operating details are confirmed by an advisor.
Route Map
Route map is indicative. Actual ports, landings, cruising areas and activity order may change according to weather, sea state, ice and local operating conditions.
Trip Highlights
Northeast Greenland and Svalbard
- The route focuses on Greenland's glacier fjords, iceberg waters, settlements and Arctic coastline.
- Exact cruising, landing and viewing windows depend on weather, ice, permissions and the expedition team's safety assessment.
Greenland Settlements and Arctic Wildlife
- The route focuses on Greenland's glacier fjords, iceberg waters, settlements and Arctic coastline.
- Exact cruising, landing and viewing windows depend on weather, ice, permissions and the expedition team's safety assessment.
Autumn Tundra Colors and Northern-Lights Season
- This high Arctic route links Iceland, Northeast Greenland, Scoresby Sound, Svalbard and Tromso through remote polar waters.
- Wildlife, northern lights, ice and landing access depend on season, weather, permissions and the operator's final plan.
Polar Activities and Zodiac Operations
- When conditions allow, the expedition team may arrange Zodiac cruising, shore landings, short walks, photography opportunities and naturalist interpretation.
- All activities follow weather, ice, safety briefings and environmental rules.
Ittoqqortoormiit and Scoresby Sound
- This high Arctic route links Iceland, Northeast Greenland, Scoresby Sound, Svalbard and Tromso through remote polar waters.
- Wildlife, northern lights, ice and landing access depend on season, weather, permissions and the operator's final plan.
PONANT Dining and Expert-Led Program
- Le Commandant Charcot is designed for high-latitude expedition cruising, with ice-capable navigation, onboard service and expert interpretation.
- Ship operations, routing and activity openings remain subject to ice, weather and the captain's safety assessment.
PC2 Icebreaking Expedition Ship
- Le Commandant Charcot is designed for high-latitude expedition cruising, with ice-capable navigation, onboard service and expert interpretation.
- Ship operations, routing and activity openings remain subject to ice, weather and the captain's safety assessment.
Daily Itinerary
You may first check the alongside the daily itinerary.
Embarkation and Departure
Embark according to the final port and operator arrangements. Boarding time, luggage handling and onboard briefings follow the final departure documents.
At Sea
Spend the day at sea with lectures, briefings, deck watching and shipboard service. The sailing pace and onboard program are adjusted according to weather and sea conditions.
Ittoqqortoormiit
Explore high Arctic waters when conditions allow. Ice, weather, wildlife protection and local permissions determine routing, Zodiac cruising, landings and time ashore.
Scoresby Sound
Explore high Arctic waters when conditions allow. Ice, weather, wildlife protection and local permissions determine routing, Zodiac cruising, landings and time ashore.
Scoresby Sound
Explore high Arctic waters when conditions allow. Ice, weather, wildlife protection and local permissions determine routing, Zodiac cruising, landings and time ashore.
Scoresby Sound
Explore high Arctic waters when conditions allow. Ice, weather, wildlife protection and local permissions determine routing, Zodiac cruising, landings and time ashore.
Ice Navigation
Explore high Arctic waters when conditions allow. Ice, weather, wildlife protection and local permissions determine routing, Zodiac cruising, landings and time ashore.
Northeast Greenland National Park
Explore high Arctic waters when conditions allow. Ice, weather, wildlife protection and local permissions determine routing, Zodiac cruising, landings and time ashore.
Northeast Greenland National Park
Explore high Arctic waters when conditions allow. Ice, weather, wildlife protection and local permissions determine routing, Zodiac cruising, landings and time ashore.
Northeast Greenland National Park
Explore high Arctic waters when conditions allow. Ice, weather, wildlife protection and local permissions determine routing, Zodiac cruising, landings and time ashore.
Northeast Greenland National Park
Explore high Arctic waters when conditions allow. Ice, weather, wildlife protection and local permissions determine routing, Zodiac cruising, landings and time ashore.
Ice Navigation
Explore high Arctic waters when conditions allow. Ice, weather, wildlife protection and local permissions determine routing, Zodiac cruising, landings and time ashore.
Ice Navigation
Explore high Arctic waters when conditions allow. Ice, weather, wildlife protection and local permissions determine routing, Zodiac cruising, landings and time ashore.
Spitsbergen and Svalbard
Explore high Arctic waters when conditions allow. Ice, weather, wildlife protection and local permissions determine routing, Zodiac cruising, landings and time ashore.
Spitsbergen and Svalbard
Explore high Arctic waters when conditions allow. Ice, weather, wildlife protection and local permissions determine routing, Zodiac cruising, landings and time ashore.
At Sea
Spend the day at sea with lectures, briefings, deck watching and shipboard service. The sailing pace and onboard program are adjusted according to weather and sea conditions.
Disembarkation
Disembarkation according to the final port schedule. Timing, luggage handling and onward travel guidance are subject to local operations and final documents.
Daily arrangements are subject to final departure documents, weather, sea state, ice, port operations, environmental rules and expedition-team decisions.
Ship and Cabins
Le Commandant Charcot
Le Commandant Charcot operates this Iceland, Northeast Greenland and Svalbard Expedition voyage for PONANT. The ship provides accommodation, dining, public viewing spaces, expedition lectures, landing briefings and Zodiac-supported activities according to the final voyage plan.
- Operator
- PONANT
- Ship
- Le Commandant Charcot
- Route
- Iceland, Northeast Greenland and Svalbard Expedition
- Departure Date
- Sep 28, 2026
Public Areas
- Expedition accommodation and onboard dining
- Expedition-team lectures, landing briefings and safety briefings
- Zodiac cruising and landing activities when opened by the expedition team
- Observation decks, lounges and onboard services according to the confirmed ship
Prestige Stateroom
Prestige Stateroom Deck 7
Prestige Stateroom
Prestige Stateroom Deck 8
Deluxe Suite
Deluxe Suite Deck 6
Deluxe Suite
Deluxe Suite Deck 7
Deluxe Suite
Deluxe Suite Deck 8
Prestige Suite
Prestige Suite Deck 8
Grand Prestige Suite
Grand Prestige Suite Deck 6
Privilege Suite
Privilege Suite Deck 8
Duplex Suite
Duplex Suite Deck 6
Pricing Details
Cabin Pricing
| Cabin | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Prestige Stateroom | Prestige Stateroom Deck 7 | From €27,850 |
| Prestige Stateroom | Prestige Stateroom Deck 8 | From €28,380 |
| Deluxe Suite | Deluxe Suite Deck 6 | From €29,170 |
| Deluxe Suite | Deluxe Suite Deck 7 | From €30,490 |
| Deluxe Suite | Deluxe Suite Deck 8 | From €31,540 |
| Prestige Suite | Prestige Suite Deck 8 | From €41,790 |
| Grand Prestige Suite | Grand Prestige Suite Deck 6 | From €43,110 |
| Privilege Suite | Privilege Suite Deck 8 | From €45,730 |
| Duplex Suite | Duplex Suite Deck 6 | From €62,830 |
Included
- Economy-class flight from Tromso to Paris.
- Transfer from the disembarkation pier to Tromso Airport.
- Sixteen-night cruise fare and accommodation in the selected cabin category.
- All meals aboard the ship, including dinner on embarkation day and breakfast on disembarkation day.
- Operator-opened landings, cruises, polar plunge, kayaking and lecture programs when available; final operation follows the ship's arrangements.
- Basic Starlink Wi-Fi aboard the ship.
Not Included
- Polar travel insurance.
- International round-trip flights.
- Schengen visa and Greenland remark or other visa-related costs.
- Onboard gratuities, referenced at EUR 12 per person per night.
- Laundry, spa, shopping, premium beverages and other onboard personal expenses.
- Any other items not expressly listed as included.
Travel Notes
Cabin Fares
- Prestige Stateroom Deck 7: EUR 27,850 per person.
- Prestige Stateroom Deck 8: EUR 28,380 per person.
- Deluxe Suite Deck 6: EUR 29,170 per person.
- Deluxe Suite Deck 7: EUR 30,490 per person.
- Deluxe Suite Deck 8: EUR 31,540 per person.
- Prestige Suite Deck 8: EUR 41,790 per person.
- Grand Prestige Suite Deck 6: EUR 43,110 per person.
- Privilege Suite Deck 8: EUR 45,730 per person.
- Duplex Suite Deck 6: EUR 62,830 per person.
Fare and Availability
Cabin fares and availability are subject to operator reconfirmation at the time of booking.
Booking Policy
- The deposit is 25% of the cruise fare.
- Final payment is due more than 90 days before departure, subject to the signed contract.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation terms are subject to the operator policy and the signed contract.