Embark on a luxury cruise aboard a Ponant ship and experience the “a la francaise” difference. A truly exceptional sea voyage delivering quality and excellence with five-star hotel service.

Ponant’s smaller ships allow access to ports that the large cruise ships must pass by, from secret islands in the Pacific to Arctic landscapes.

The Ponant Expedition ships have 122 to 135 staterooms and suites. While the Ponant Explorer yachts have 92 staterooms and suites and a limit of 184 passengers.

Ponant ships operate with respect for the environment. They do not use heavy fuel oil. They removed single-use plastics. And they carry out environmental impact studies to decrease the environmental footprint on the ports you visit.

Discover the unprecedented sailing experience of Ponant themed luxury cruises. From cooking workshops by renowned chefs to tours with Smithsonian Journey experts, Ponant hosts esteemed writers, actors, philosophers, curators, musicians, and artists to share their passions.