Ponant opens sales for 150+ European luxury cruise voyages

Ponant Explorations announced the opening of sales for more than 150 departures scheduled between October 2027 and November 2028. The itineraries cover the Mediterranean, Northern Europe and the Atlantic Islands, featuring journeys that visit the Adriatic, Aegean, Tyrrhenian, British Isles, Norwegian fjords, Baltic Sea, Canary Islands, Madeira, Cape Verde and the Azores. Options include family‑friendly Kid Explorers sailings, short six‑day getaways and themed trips created with partners such as Smithsonian Journeys, chef Alain Ducasse and the Opéra National de Paris. All bookings made before 31 August can be modified or postponed free of charge under Ponant’s Serenity Policy.

In a related announcement, Ponant added 15 new voyages for 2028 in alliance with Smithsonian Journeys, expanding its luxury‑exploration program to destinations like Costa Rica’s Pacific coast and Italy’s Adriatic coast. Samuel Chamberlain, CEO of Ponant Explorations, said, “Travel, when guided by genuine expertise and sincere curiosity, has the power to change how we see the world,” and highlighted the value of Smithsonian experts on board.

The combined offerings aim to provide purpose‑driven, educational travel experiences across a broad range of European and global waters.