The Geographic North Pole in Luxury
The Geographic North Pole in Luxury 16 Days
The Geographic North Pole in Luxury 16 Days
Aboard: Le Commandant Charcot
The ultimate bucket list adventure – discover the northernmost point of the planet, in luxury! In the magical lands of Spitsbergen on the Arctic island of Svalbard, you will step aboard the world’s first hybrid electric polar exploration vessel to journey to the enchanting mythical point of the Geographical North Pole. Enjoy an unforgettable maritime experience as you discover magnificent landscapes and search for enigmatic wildlife along the enchanting Spitsbergen coastline and take a thrilling cruise through the ice floes, before eventually arriving at the Holy Grail of all polar explorers: the North Pole!
Various departures available. Please enquire for full rates and dates.
Highlights
- Be among the very few people in the world to have ever reached the Geographic North Pole!
- Discover the wild and beautiful landscapes of Spitsbergen, with its jagged mountains, sheer cliffs and icy coastlines
- Enjoy thrilling navigation through the heart of the ice floes
- Search for sightings of wildlife including Polar bears, whales, walrus and a myriad of seabirds
- Explore on foot and by Zodiac boat
- Activity options including hiking, kayaking, snowshoeing and Polar plunges (costs may apply for some activities)
What's Included
- Full board accommodation on board, including bar/beverage service
- Flights from Paris to Longyearbyen & return
- Transfers between airport and ship
- Zodiac cruises and shore excursions
- Entertainment and expert lecture programme
- Loan of rubber boots
- Expedition parka
So much to experience
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All our itinerary holidays are fully customisable
Paris to Longyearbyen - Embark
At Sea Along Spitsbergen
Sailing the Ice Floes
The Geographic North Pole
Back to Longyearbyen
Longyearbyen to Paris
A view from Above
All Aboard
Le Commandant Charcot
The truly luxurious, brand-new (2021) Le Commandant Charcot is the latest addition to the stunning fleet of high-class Ponant expedition ships. Re-imagining luxury Polar cruises, the ship is the very first hybrid-electric polar exploration ship powered by liquefied natural gas and has been designed with the greatest attention to detail in terms of safety and respect for the environment. Offering more comfort and luxury than any other expedition ship on the market, Le Commandant Charcot features a beautiful indoor swimming pool, a fantastic spa, gym and wellness area, and truly elegant common areas including a panoramic indoor restaurant, Blue Lagoon outdoor restaurant, lounge bar, observation lounge and conservatory. Every element of the ship has been designed to both convey French-style discreet luxury and arouse wonder and amazement.
The 123 exceptional suites and staterooms, ranging in size from 20 to 115 m², provide ultimate relaxation after a long day of exploring. With private balconies or terraces, each room allows for incredible views of your surroundings, and with their unique understated design, each room exudes the feeling and sense of sailing on a private yacht. Large comfortable beds, air-conditioning, minibars, satellite TV, Bose Bluetooth speakers, Wi-Fi, bathrobes and top-of-the-line toiletries are just a few of the room features. Premium rooms also feature a butler service, and some even have their own private jacuzzis.
Too much to choose from? This is where we come in
Take advantage of our vast experience, passion and expertise to help you hand craft the perfect Arctic adventure for you.
Having amassed a host of extraordinary adventures in destinations all over the world, Amy’s experience, skills and enthusiasm for helping clients plan their ideal itinerary will help make your holiday unforgettable, action packed and life-changing.
Mike has more than 15 years of experience in the travel industry and continues to be inspired by the people, places and wildlife he discovers. His in-depth personal knowledge of a diverse range of destinations ensures your adventure itinerary will be a holiday like no other.
With a lifetime of unforgettable nature and adventure based travel under his belt, Simon shares his passion, enthusiasm and hands-on experience to help create the perfect itinerary for every client.
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