Smithsonian Journeys and Ponant:
Enrichment Onboard and on Land


Itineraries Feature Smithsonian-crafted Cultural Experiences Onboard and on Land
Smithsonian Journeys and PONANT, a leader in small ship cruising, bring you enriched voyages to inspiring destinations around the world, with a collection of unique cruises focused on culture, history, and the natural world. Drawing on Smithsonian's resources dating back 175 years, the sailings feature notable experts and experiences that embrace local cultures and dive deeper into a destination’s history, cuisine, language, environment, and wildlife. Smithsonian Journeys and PONANT are rooted in common values – focusing on cultural immersion and discovery – with a goal of further inspiring guests to become global citizens through travel.
On each departure, Smithsonian Journeys Experts will host a series of enlightened conversations onboard. These passionate professionals – chosen for their expertise and ability to inspire – will explore the core themes of the Smithsonian and destinations with fellow travelers. Picture visiting Santiago de Compostela on Easter Sunday with a European historian. Or traveling even further back in time as you stand on the ancient basalt rock of an Icelandic fjord with a geologist. Or touring the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute with an ecologist studying the very same Panamanian rainforest that you will hike the next day.
Let the journey begin with Smithsonian Journeys and PONANT!
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Iceland Voyage: Land of Fire and Ice
8 days
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Starting at: $7,960
Aug 8 - 15, 2022
Aug 13 - 20, 2023
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Cruising the Greek Islands of the Southern Aegean
8 days
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Starting at: $5,390
Multiple departures between 2022 & 2023
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Cruising French Polynesia: Tahiti, Bora Bora, and the Tuamotus
11 days
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Starting at: $5,800
Sep 7 - 17, 2022

Panama and Costa Rica by Sea: The Natural Wonders of Central America
8 days
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Starting at: $6,030
Feb 11 - 18, 2023

Solar Eclipse 2023: Indonesia to Australia’s Kimberley
16 days
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Starting at: $20,480
Apr 9 - 24, 2023
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Cruising from Morocco to Spain’s Andalusian Coast
8 days
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Starting at: $5,300
Apr 20 - 27, 2023

Celtic Voyage: The Hebrides and the Irish Sea
9 days
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Starting at: $6,030
May 5 - 13, 2023

Cruising Arctic Norway: Glaciers, Ice Floes, and Polar Bears
8 days
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Starting at: $10,850
Jun 14 - 21, 2023

Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage
8-10 days
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Starting at: $6,930
Jun 17 - 24, 2023
Jun 24 - Jul 3, 2023

Cruising the Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea
9-10 days
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Starting at: $8,510
Jul 24 - Aug 2, 2023
Aug 10 - 18, 2023

Symphony on the St. Lawrence: From Québec to the Canadian Maritimes
15 days
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Starting at: $13,160
Oct 16 - 30, 2023