
Baltic Bliss & Winter Wonders
- ItineraryHelsinki to HelsinkiDuration10 days
- DatesPrices from
Come aboard Le Commandant Charcot for an unforgettable voyage.
Cold winds are blowing across the roofs of these emblematic Baltic cities. As the holidays approach, immerse yourself in the warm atmosphere of Scandinavian and Baltic cities, where lights twinkle amidst the fragrances of cinnamon. Like a starry sky, the illuminations of these strongholds will plunge you into a winter wonderland, where the history and hearts of the inhabitants entice you to spend a moment frozen in time. Through these traditions, you will be captivated by the concerts, markets, and culinary discoveries.
The itinerary may be altered based on port approvals and to comply with applicable government regulations. Please also note that the sailing programme, shore visits and activities cannot be guaranteed, as they are subject to weather conditions.
Your voyage
All-inclusive

Destination
Northern Europe and Scandinavia
Helsinki to Helsinki
Duration
10 days, 9 nights on board
Timeless
No single supplement, PONANT Bonus 30%
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Journey
Your daily itinerary
- Discovery of the way of life and winter traditions of the emblematic cities of the Baltic, aboard Le Commandant Charcot, a luxurious cocoon opening out onto the exterior.
- Illuminated Scandinavian and Baltic towns (Tallinn, Stockholm [overnight stay], etc.), Christmas markets (Gdansk, Riga, etc.) and dreamlike scenery (sailing in the Stockholm archipelago, etc).
- Among your included excursions: Chopin concert, art and architecture in Riga, gothic heritage in Tallinn.

Customize your journey:

Date
11 Dec 26

Date
21 Dec 26

Date
21 Dec 26
Staterooms and suites
Elegance and refinement

Prestige Stateroom
Guests
2
Size
215 ft²

Deluxe Suite
Guests
2
Size
301 ft²

Prestige Suite
Guests
4
Size
430 ft²

Grand Prestige Suite
Guests
3
Size
452 ft²

Privilege Suite
Guests
4
Size
516 ft²

Duplex Suite
Guests
4
Size
1011 ft²

Owner's Suite
Guests
6
Size
1237 ft²
*Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability, and subject to change at any time. The category of stateroom to which this price applies may no longer be available.
Details
More information
What's Included
Important travel details
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Baltic Bliss & Winter Wonders
Itinerary
Embarkation 12/12/26 from 16:00 to 17:00 Departure 12/12/26 at 18:00
12 Dec 26 - Helsinki

Arrival 13/12/26 early afternoon Departure 13/12/26
13 Dec 26 - Stockholm

Arrival 14/12/26 Departure 14/12/26
14 Dec 26 - At sea aboard Le Commandant Charcot

Arrival 15/12/26 early morning Departure 15/12/26 early afternoon
15 Dec 26 - Visby, Gotland

Arrival 16/12/26 early morning Departure 16/12/26 late evening
16 Dec 26 - Gdansk

Arrival 17/12/26 Departure 17/12/26
17 Dec 26 - At sea aboard Le Commandant Charcot

Arrival 18/12/26 early morning Departure 18/12/26 late evening
18 Dec 26 - Riga

Arrival 19/12/26 Departure 19/12/26
19 Dec 26 - At sea aboard Le Commandant Charcot

Arrival 20/12/26 early morning Departure 20/12/26 evening
20 Dec 26 - Tallinn

Arrival 21/12/26 early morning Disembarkation 21/12/26 at 8:00
21 Dec 26 - Helsinki

Baltic Bliss & Winter Wonders
Customize your journey
Winter getaway in helsinki (1 night)

Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Day 1 – Helsinki
Meet at Helsinki Airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
You will be transferred to your hotel in the city center of Helsinki.
End of the day and dinner at leisure.
Day 2 – Helsinki
After breakfast and check-out, you will be transferred directly to the Kalkkiranta pier, where you will embark on board a steel boat (if the sea is clear) or a hovercraft (if there is ice).
After a 40-minute ride, you will reach a private island where you can experience a true feeling of winter and see what the archipelago looks like during colder months.
Your morning programme on the island includes a hike along a nature trail, as well as learning about cold water and survival skills in the water.
Then, a local buffet lunch will be served.
During the afternoon, a sauna experience will be possible. For guests who don’t want to do the sauna activity, they can just do the Jacuzzi if they wish to (showers available) or enjoy the calmness of the nature – the hosts are also on the island the whole time and the guests can hear about the archipelago living from them.
Transfer back to the mainland and drive to Helsinki.
You will then be transferred to the pier of Helsinki to embark on board your ship.
Your hotel:
Immerse yourself in a chic, urban atmosphere rooted in Nordic culture at the 4-star Lapland Hotel Bulevardi, situated in Helsinki's vibrant Design District. Rooms equipped with all the modern comforts reveal a harmonious decor that pays tribute to nature. The restaurant offers cuisine with local influences, inspired by the Lappish forests.
Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.
Your programme includes:
· 1-night accommodation in Northern Comfort room at the Lapland Hotel Bulevardi 4*, (local standard) or similar, breakfast included.
· Meals as mentioned in the programme.
· Beverage package during meals (bottled water + 1 soft drink and 1 coffee or tea).
· Transfers, visits, and entrance fees as mentioned in the programme.
· The services of a local English-speaking guide.
· Hospitality desk at the hotel, the day of your arrival.
Your programme does not include:
· Dinner on day 1.
· Personal expenses.
· Visa if necessary.
· Tips for the driver and local guide.
· Early check-in and late check-out.
· Other services not mentioned in the programme.
Please note:
· It is imperative that the details of your departure flight are provided to your travel agent, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise, to secure the proper private transfer.
· This programme is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
· Official hotel check-in time is 3:00 p.m.
· Official hotel check-out time is 12:00 a.m.
· Early check-in or late check-out might be available depending on availability and on a supplement basis.
· This programme is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
· This programme requires you to be able to walk outside, in a forest, with a possibility of facing snowy and slippery conditions (cold and humid weather). We recommend you wear warm clothing and comfortable walking shoes and bring a small backpack for your day of visit.
· The Private Island has a main building, a summer café, indoor toilets.
· Survival suits are provided during the boat trip.
· Food is local archipelago style food, seating inside.
· 2 separate saunas available and depending of the group size, sauna slots can be arranged for couples (towels provided, swimsuit not provided).
· Depending on the total number of participants, small groups will be set up and activities organized in rotation.
Contact of your hotel:
Lapland Hotels Bulevardi
Bulevardi 28
00120 Helsinki
Telephone: +358 9 25251111
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
Kindly note that a minimum number of participants is required for this trip to proceed. As a result, both the price and itinerary may be adjusted based on the final number of participants. Should the minimum number not be met, we will offer you an alternative arrangement
£1,170/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Finnish wilderness and nordic culture in helsinki (1 night)

Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Day 1 – Helsinki
After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port by our local representative.
You will be directly transferred to Nuuksio National Park (about 1 hour at drive).
Arriving in this natural setting, you will be welcomed by an experienced nature guide and lovable dogs. You will begin a lovely walk through the beautiful forests of the National Park, where you can observe nature, listen to stories and learn about the importance of forests for the Finns, husky dogs and their lives.
You will continue to the Haltia Nature Centre where lunch will be served. Haltia is a unique wooden building which also has an exhibition of Finnish nature.
After lunch, it will be time to see the reindeer! Nuuksio Reindeer Park is the southernmost place in Finland to see and feed reindeer. Learn about the life of reindeer and hear stories about these Arctic animals while enjoying a coffee by the open fire in a Kota teepee.
Your morning program on the island includes a nature trail, a lecture about cold water and survival skills in the water.
Then local buffet lunch will be served.
During the afternoon, sauna will be available.
Transfer back to Helsinki. Chek-in to your hotel in the city center (around 4 pm).
End of the day and dinner at leisure.
Day 2 – Helsinki
After breakfast and check-out, time at leisure depending on your flight schedule.
You will then be transferred to the airport in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
Your hotel:
The Hotel Kämp (member of The Leading Hotels of the World) is an iconic location in the heart of Helsinki where you can enjoy the atmosphere of a historic grand hotel. Since its opening in 1887, the Kämp is the place to be in town.
A central location, elegant rooms, and excellent service guarantee a memorable stay. Brasserie Kämp, Kämp Bar and Kämp Spa are open every day and offer the best services.
Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.
Your programme includes:
· 1-night accommodation in Deluxe room at the Kamp hotel 5*, (local standard) or similar, breakfast included.
· Meals as mentioned in the programme.
· Beverage package during meals (bottled water + 1 local glass of bier or 1 soft drink and 1 coffee or tea).
· Transfers, visits, and entrance fees as mentioned in the programme.
· The services of a local English-speaking guide.
· Hospitality desk at the hotel, the day of your departure.
Your programme does not include:
· Dinner on day 1 and lunch on day 2.
· Personal expenses.
· Visa if necessary.
· Tips for the driver and local guide.
· Early check-in and late check-out.
· Other services not mentioned in the programme.
Please note:
· It is imperative that the details of your departure flight are provided to your travel agent, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise, to secure the proper private transfer.
· This programme is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
· Official hotel check-in time is 3:00 p.m.
· Official hotel check-out time is 12:00 a.m.
· Early check-in or late check-out might be available depending on availability and on a supplement basis.
· This programme is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
· During December in Helsinki, the weather is usually cold, snowy and sometimes rainy. Temperatures range from -5 to +5. The days are short and dark, the sun sets in the afternoon.
· This programme requires you to be able to walk outside, in a forest, with a possibility of facing snowy and slippery conditions (cold and humid weather). We recommend you wear warm clothing (technical underwear) and comfortable walking shoes (non-slip in case of rain or ice) and bring a small backpack for your day of visit.
· Hike in the National Park approx. 2 km depending the the snow situation, some hills and uneven grounds
· The program is limited to 30 guests maximum.
Contact of your hotel:
Kämp Hotel
Pohjoisesplanadi 29, 00100 Helsinki, Finland
Telephone: +358 9 576111
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
Kindly note that a minimum number of participants is required for this trip to proceed. As a result, both the price and itinerary may be adjusted based on the final number of participants. Should the minimum number not be met, we will offer you an alternative arrangement.
£690/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Relax in helsinki

Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your day time between the airport and your port of embarkation.
Day 1 – Helsinki
After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port by our local representative.
You will be drive to the downtown of Helsinki and your journey will start with a ride on the iconic SpåraKOFF pub tram, a one-of-a-kind experience combining sightseeing with local flavors. Sip on Finnish craft beer, cider, or soft drinks while the tram glides through the city’s streets, offering views of landmarks like Senate Square, Market Square, and Helsinki Cathedral. This charming vintage tram provides a cozy and unique way to see the city.
Next, indulge in an authentic Finnish lunch at Löyly, the city’s famous seaside retreat. Savor fresh, locally sourced salmon soup in a setting that combines modern architecture with natural beauty.
After lunch, immerse yourself in Finland’s cherished sauna culture. Löyly offers both a wood-heated and a smoke sauna, where you can relax and unwind. If you’re feeling adventurous, take a refreshing dip in the Baltic Sea or simply enjoy the stunning views from the terrace.
You will be transferred to the airport of Helsinki-Vantaa in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight.
Your programme includes:
· Transfers, visits, and entrance fees as mentioned in the program.
· Meals as mentioned in the program.
· Beverage package during meals (bottled water + 1 local glass of beer or 1 soft drink and 1 coffee or tea).
· The services of a local French-speaking guide
· The services of a local English-speaking guide.
Your programme does not include:
· Personal expenses.
· Visa if necessary.
· Tips for the driver and local guide.
· Other services not mentioned in the program.
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents. In the event of schedule changes of PONANT’s selected flight, your program will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised program will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final program will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.
Kindly note that a minimum number of participants is required for this trip to proceed. As a result, both the price and itinerary may be adjusted based on the final number of participants. Should the minimum number not be met, we will offer you an alternative arrangement.
£360/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Flights from/ to paris + winter getaway in helsinki 1 night (pre) + finnish wilderness and nordic culture in helsinki 1 night (post)

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