Inspiration for 2023 Courtesy of PONANT & Smithsonian Journeys

Enrich Your Experience with a New Perspective DISCOVER ► PONANT & Smithsonian Journeys bring you enriched voyages to inspiring shores in the company of Smithsonian Journeys Experts. We have some new and exciting themes for 2023. Aboard our luxurious, intimate ships, sail to Australia's Kimberley to witness a solar eclipse, visit the Arabian Peninsula with extra time to explore while docked in port overnight in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, or explore the St. Lawrence Seaway in the company of Boston Pops conductor Keith Lockhart and six talented musicians. These are just a few of our new experiences for 2023. By booking your PONANT & Smithsonian Journeys voyage now for 2023, benefit from the best PONANT Bonus Fares, a savings up to 30%. Plus, book with confidence with our relaxed booking conditions. We look forward to welcoming you aboard! book Your cruise ► Select 2023 Departures For the second year, PONANT and Smithsonian Journeys continue our alliance to bring you a lineup of enriched voyages joined by Smithsonian Journeys Experts. A Circumnavigation of Sicily May 4 - 11, 2023 We invite you to join us on a circumnavigation of Sicily, a crossroads of many civilizations—Greek, Roman, Arab, Byzantine, and Norman have flourished along the shores of the Mediterranean. Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage June - July 2023 This popular cruise from 2022 is returning with two departures for 2023. Sail through the spectacular fjords of Norway, visit Eilean Donan castle and the Isle of Skye, and navigate the waters of storied Loch Ness. Cruising the Greek Islands of the Southern Aegean July & October 2023 This leisurely voyage through the heart of the Aegean is the best that Homer's 'wine-dark sea' has to offer. Ancient sites, resonating with a mythical past, compete for your attention with the serene Cycladic architecture. A Voyage Along the Great Lakes August - September & October 2023 Explore the five Great Lakes of North America to discover picturesque landscapes and geological curiosities, the history of indigenous Americans inhabiting the region before European colonization, and charming villages. Southern France and the Italian Riviera by Sea October 2023 Join us for this voyage along both the French and Italian Rivieras, exploring the rich history and culture of the fabled lands on the northern shores of the Mediterranean Sea.   see all the cruises ►   2022 Ready to Be Enriched this Year Do your clients want to sail this year with PONANT and Smithsonian Journeys to experience an unforgettable adventure? Invite them to be among the first to travel with us during our inaugural year! see all DePARTures ► Book and sail with confidence 100% stress-free booking conditions Rebook or cancel up to 30 days before departure. SEE ► Strict sanitary Protocols Whether on land or onboard, your safety is our primary concern. SEE ► Sustainable development All our actions for a sustainable and responsible tourism. SEE ► us.ponant.com 5 reasons to travel with PONANT World Leader of Luxury Expeditions Luxurious small ships Exceptional destinations and itineraries French art of living and refined gastronomy Environmentally responsible ships Given the particularly changing international sanitary context, this itinerary as well as the land programs and shore excursions may have to evolve according to port authorizations and governmental regulations in force at the time of your trip. *PONANT Bonus prices may vary depending on cruise availability and may be subject to change without previous notice.