--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 435abff6-acc7-4940-b91c-3d75d32a5d11 slug: 2261443 voyage_code: LR294 - CC240627 cruise_line: Ponant ship: Le Commandant Charcot departure_date: return_date: nights: 16 embarkation_port: Longyearbyen disembarkation_port: Reykjavik (Iceland) starting_price_usd: None bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T06:25:38Z --- # In the ice of Arctic, from Svalbard to Greenland > Ponant · Le Commandant Charcot · Jun 24 – Jul 10, 2027   (16 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Ponant | | **Ship** | Le Commandant Charcot | | **Duration** | 16 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Longyearbyen | | **Disembarkation Port** | Reykjavik (Iceland) | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | LR294 - CC240627 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Longyearbyen **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Longyearbyen is the capital of the Norwegian Svalbard archipelago, located on Svalbard’s main island, and is the northernmost territorial capital on the planet. With winter temperatures dropping to below 40°C, the landscapes of this mining town are simply breathtaking. The glaciers, the mountains stretching as far as the eye can see and the untouched nature, make you feel like you’re in completely unexplored territory. ### Day 2: Spitsbergen **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Svalbard is a Norwegian archipelago between mainland Norway and the North Pole. One of the world’s northernmost inhabited areas, it's known for its rugged, remote terrain of glaciers and frozen tundra sheltering polar bears, Svalbard reindeer and Arctic foxes. The Northern Lights are visible during winter, and summer brings the “midnight sun”—sunlight 24 hours a day. ### Day 3: Svalbard Nature Reserve **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Nordaust-Svalbard Nature Reserve is located in the north-eastern part of the Svalbard archipelago in Norway. The nature reserve covers all of Nordaustlandet, Kong Karls Land, Kvitøya, Sjuøyane, Storøya, LÃ¥gøya, Wilhelm Island, Wahlbergøya and a small section of the north-east corner of Spitsbergen ### Day 4: Hinlopen Strait **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 5: Svalbard Nature Reserve **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Nordaust-Svalbard Nature Reserve is located in the north-eastern part of the Svalbard archipelago in Norway. The nature reserve covers all of Nordaustlandet, Kong Karls Land, Kvitøya, Sjuøyane, Storøya, LÃ¥gøya, Wilhelm Island, Wahlbergøya and a small section of the north-east corner of Spitsbergen ### Day 6: Svalbard Nature Reserve **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Nordaust-Svalbard Nature Reserve is located in the north-eastern part of the Svalbard archipelago in Norway. The nature reserve covers all of Nordaustlandet, Kong Karls Land, Kvitøya, Sjuøyane, Storøya, LÃ¥gøya, Wilhelm Island, Wahlbergøya and a small section of the north-east corner of Spitsbergen ### Day 7: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 8: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 9: North East Greenland **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 10: North East Greenland **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 11: North East Greenland **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 12: North East Greenland **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 13: Ittoqqortoormiit **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 14: Blosseville Coast **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 15: Ammassalik (Greenland) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Still almost unknown just a century ago, the east coast of Greenland remains the most authentic and majestic region. Here, the alpine mountains merge intimately with the sea, while the fjords are adorned with high snow-capped peaks and drifting icebergs. Follow in the wake of Captain Jean-Baptiste Charcot’s famous ship, the Pourquoi Pas?, which set off with its crew to discover Ammassalik, a small island of primitive and wild beauty where the Inuit people chose to live. The name of this island... ### Day 16: Denmark Strait **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 17: Reykjavik (Iceland) **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Encircled by mountains and the sea, Reykjavik is minutes away from Iceland’s unspoiled rugged nature as the presence of arctic terns, wild geese and ducks in the city centre can testify. You will be fascinated by the natural sites and exceptional geology which surround the Icelandic capital. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Pricing | Contact for latest fares | ## Cabin Options ### Suite Cabins **Duplex Suite Deck 6** (Code: 11) Private return transfer Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation) Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival Butler service An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and a basket of fruit every day A lounge with armchairs, sofa bed, steam fireplace and TV A dining room with a 6-seater table ... **Grand Prestige Suite on Deck 6** (Code: GPS6) Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation) Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival Butler service An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day A lounge area with chaise longue and second TV A Samsung tablet connected to Wifi A king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two sin... **Owner's Suite** (Code: OS) Private return transfer Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation) Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival Butler service An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A living room with arm... ## Ship Information ### Le Commandant Charcot Navigate to the novel and unknown: Discover the new Le Commandant Charcot website. Live an immersive digital experience deep at the heart of extreme lands and environments, as if you were really there. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 0 | | Crew | 215 | | Gross Tonnage | 0.0 | | Length | 0.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 123 | ## Ports of Call ### Longyearbyen *Coordinates: 78.22, 15.65* Longyearbyen is the capital of the Norwegian Svalbard archipelago, located on Svalbard’s main island, and is the northernmost territorial capital on the planet. With winter temperatures dropping to below 40°C, the landscapes of this mining town are simply breathtaking. The glaciers, the mountains stretching as far as the eye can see and the untouched nature, make you feel like you’re in compl... ### Spitsbergen *Coordinates: 53.1756, 6.83225* Svalbard is a Norwegian archipelago between mainland Norway and the North Pole. One of the world’s northernmost inhabited areas, it's known for its rugged, remote terrain of glaciers and frozen tundra sheltering polar bears, Svalbard reindeer and Arctic foxes. The Northern Lights are visible during winter, and summer brings the “midnight sun”—sunlight 24 hours a day. ### Svalbard Nature Reserve *Coordinates: -31.0387, 115.609* Nordaust-Svalbard Nature Reserve is located in the north-eastern part of the Svalbard archipelago in Norway. The nature reserve covers all of Nordaustlandet, Kong Karls Land, Kvitøya, Sjuøyane, Storøya, LÃ¥gøya, Wilhelm Island, Wahlbergøya and a small section of the north-east corner of Spitsbergen ### Hinlopen Strait ### North East Greenland ### Ittoqqortoormiit *Coordinates: 70.4853, -21.9667* ### Blosseville Coast ### Ammassalik (Greenland) *Coordinates: 65.6074, -37.683* Still almost unknown just a century ago, the east coast of Greenland remains the most authentic and majestic region. Here, the alpine mountains merge intimately with the sea, while the fjords are adorned with high snow-capped peaks and drifting icebergs. Follow in the wake of Captain Jean-Baptiste Charcot’s famous ship, the Pourquoi Pas?, which set off with its crew to discover Ammassalik, a sma... ### Denmark Strait ### Reykjavik (Iceland) *Coordinates: 64.1353, -21.8952* Encircled by mountains and the sea, Reykjavik is minutes away from Iceland’s unspoiled rugged nature as the presence of arctic terns, wild geese and ducks in the city centre can testify. You will be fascinated by the natural sites and exceptional geology which surround the Icelandic capital. ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2261443 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2261443 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2261443.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2261443/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/ponant/le-commandant-charcot/other/56888.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 06:25:38 UTC