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Jazz Festival, from the Baltic to the North Sea Luxury Cruise

Jazz Festival, from the Baltic to the North Sea Luxury Cruise

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In partnership with the Festival Marseille Jazz des Cinq Continents, this exceptional cruise celebrates the spirit and timeless legacy of jazz by bringing together a prestigious international lineup, from Kadri Voorand to the Julian Lee Quartet with special guest Mar Vilaseca, along with renowned guests such as Jason Olaine, Vice President of Programming at Jazz at Lincoln Center. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of bossa nova and swing with a vibrant tribute to the iconic collaboration between Antônio Carlos Jobim and Stan Getz, for an experience shaped by exclusive concerts, privileged encounters, and unique moments of improvisation.
A winter chill sweeps along the shores of the Baltic and the North Sea. On board, in the plush cocoon of Le Commandant Charcot, a music festival conceived by artistic director Hughes Kieffer provides a backdrop to the breathtaking landscapes forming on the horizon. Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Estonia and Finland reveal themselves between ancient fjords, golden dunes, picturesque villages and bustling capitals. From one port of call to the next, between friendly cities and wild nature such as the spectacular cliffs of Lysefjorden, let yourself be carried away by the history and beauty of these places, while enjoying unforgettable moments of jazz on board. 

Trip Name
Jazz Festival, from the Baltic to the North Sea Luxury Cruise
Days
11
Overview
Vessel Type: Polar Luxury Expedition Passenger Capacity: 135 cabins Length: 149.9 meters Built: 2018/2019 Le Commandant Charcot is a purpose-built polar exploration vessel engineered for extreme environments, operating with a hybrid electric–LNG system that reduces noise, vibration and emissions while pushing deeper into ice than conventional ships. Interior spaces follow a restrained, insulated design philosophy that supports comfort in high-latitude conditions: multiple lounges, refined dining rooms, theatre, boutique and extensive wellness areas arranged to maintain warmth, calm and controlled movement throughout the ship. Accommodation spans 123 staterooms and suites, all with balconies, with upper-tier suites extending up to 115 m². The vessel integrates dedicated scientific infrastructure into its core layout, including laboratories and working spaces that support ongoing polar research. Field operations and environmental systems are engineered from the ground up for low-impact navigation, aligning with the ship’s mandate to access remote polar areas responsibly. A full virtual deck plan and live bow-mounted webcam reinforce the ship’s emphasis on landscape immersion and transparency of experience. Read About Our Experience on Board Le Commandant Charcot It’s All About the Destination… And This Ship  

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1 - Helsinki
Seated in the southern peninsula of Finland, Helsinki offers the buzz of a cosmopolitan city that has opted for both elegance and beauty. Explore its historical centre where the soft hues of neoclassical buildings are juxtaposed with spectacular modern constructions. The bustling Kallio district is teeming with boutiques and restaurants where you can taste some local specialities like graavilohi - a sweet, marinated, aromatic salmon dish. Keskuspuisto park, a stone’s throw from the centre, is a good place to sit and unwind.
Day 2 - Day 2 - Tallinn
Opening onto the Baltic sea, to the far north of Estonia, the town of Tallin will win you over with the picturesque charm of its architecture. You can meander through its little streets in the heart of the medieval centre where its gothic town hall has been standing since 1404. The Kiek in de Kök tower, the Orthodox Alexander Nevski cathedral, or Toompea castle give visitors a taste of this town’s rich past. The city was particularly active during the medieval period, as is demonstrated by the very beautiful monuments from this period that are still visible. Don't hesitate to lose yourself in the heart of Tallinn, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day 3 - Days 3 - 4 Stockholm
The capital of Sweden occupies an archipelago in the east of the country at the junction of Mälar Lake and the Baltic sea. In Gamla stan, meaning “old town” in Swedish, you can stroll at your leisure in picturesque medieval streets until you reach the majestic Royal Palace. On the green island of Djurgården, you can visit several very different kinds of cultural centres: the Vasa museum is dedicated to a 17th century three-mast, the ecomuseum of Skansen presents traditional customs, and the ABBA museum is dedicated to the legendary pop group. For a fantastic, all-encompassing view of Stockholm, you can take a ride in SkyView, a glass-encased sphere gondola that takes you to the top of the world’s largest building, the Ericsson Globe, a Stockholm landmark.
Day 4 - Day 5 - Visby, Gotland
This old Hanseatic city lies to the west coast of Gotland, a Swedish island in the Baltic sea. Pass through the spectacular Visby fortifications and visit the old town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. You’ll discover the grand Visby homes of rich merchants as well as the lovely low wooden houses in the little cobbled streets. Don’t miss Saint Mary’s cathedral with its octagonal steeples, as well as Powder tower along the fortifications. Make sure you stop over in one of the rose-adorned cafés; indeed roses abound in this town where you can taste one of the island’s specialities, namely saffron pancakes with red fruit.
Day 5 - Day 6 - At sea aboard Le Commandant Charcot
Spend exceptional moments sailing aboard Le Commandant Charcot, the world’s first luxury polar exploration vessel and the first PC2-class polar cruise ship capable of sailing into the very heart of the ice, on seas and oceans which the frozen conditions render inaccessible to ordinary ships. Le Commandant Charcot is fitted with oceanographic and scientific equipment selected by a committee of experts. Take advantage of the on-board lectures and opportunities for discussion with these specialists to learn more about the poles. Participate in furthering scientific research with PONANT and let us discover together what these fascinating destinations have yet to reveal to us.
Day 6 - Day 7 - Skagen
Located on the Jutland peninsula at the tip of Denmark, where the North Sea and the Baltic Sea come together, the charming seaside resort of Skagen will enchant you with its immense white sandy beaches and its magnificent dune landscapes. The site is renowned for its extraordinary light and, at the end of the 19th century, was home to many Scandinavian artists, known as the Skagen Painters. Many of their works are exhibited in the town’s museum today. These paintings, realist representations of the area’s stunning natural setting, also provide an opportunity to discover how the inhabitants of this small fishing port lived in the last century.
Day 7 - Day 8 - Kristiansand
Located in the region of Sørlandet, the town of Kristiansand has prospered for a long time from its building industry and shipbuilding installations. Today, the town offers its timeless charm and mild climate the whole year round. You’ll be amazed by its vibrant pastel colours, and its streets laid out in right angles. Among the districts worth exploring is Posebyen with its wooden houses inhabited in the olden days by workers and craftsmen. Here you can really get to grips with the town’s energy.
Day 8 - Day 9 - Egersund
Like a painter’s palette, the former industrial town of Egersund unveils its colours as if to better charm its passing visitors. Its small wooden houses, among the best conserved in Norway, certainly display colourful façades that distinguish them from the other municipalities of the southern Norwegian coast, which opted for white at a time when this was a sign of wealth. Admire the façades of Strandgaten, the former main street of the town, and wander the old district of Hauen, which is now full of cafés, galleries and boutiques. Also make a detour to the Heidningeholmen Church, whose foundations date back to the 17th century, and dive into Egersund’s past.
Day 9 - Day 10 - Sailing in Lysefjorden
You will sail into the heart of one of Norway’s most breathtaking fjords, its marvellous décor dominated by pristine nature, between vertiginous granite cliffs, crystal-clear waters and luxuriant vegetation. Very close to Stavanger, the quiet waters of Lysefjorden stretch out over around forty kilometres, beneath impressive rocks. Admire the world-famous site of Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock), a majestic cliff in the shape of a pulpit that rises to more than 600 metres above the waters. A bit further on, Flørli, from the top of its 4,444 steps, is the world’s longest wooden stairway, whereas the Kjerag, with its mythical boulder wedged between two rock faces, provides an unusual and unforgettable spectacle. 
Day 10 - Day 11 - Bergen
Located at the end of Byfjord, Bergen was the capital of Norway in the 12th and 13th Centuries and has preserved some very beautiful monuments from the time when it was home to royalty. Wandering through Bergen’s streets means going back in time, in search of the hidden treasures that have been listed as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. A veritable openair museum, Bergen is home to a thriving artistic community of painters, potters, jewellers. The Bergen cable car offers you a splendid panorama over the port and the surrounding fjords. Do not miss the visit to the old quarter with its narrow streets, a testimony of the power of the hanseatic League that controlled trade in Northern Europe at the end of the Middle Ages.
Day 11 - Please note:
The itinerary is subject to modifications. On board, the sailing programme, outings and activities cannot be guaranteed and are subject to weather and ice conditions.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
23-01-202702-02-2027AUD $17,530Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
23-01-202702-02-2027AUD $17,870Prestige Stateroom Deck 7
23-01-202702-02-2027AUD $41,060Duplex Suite
23-01-202702-02-2027AUD $60,950Owner's Suite
23-01-202702-02-2027AUD $18,220Prestige Stateroom Deck 8
23-01-202702-02-2027AUD $18,740Deluxe Suite Deck 6
23-01-202702-02-2027AUD $19,620Deluxe Suite Deck 7
23-01-202702-02-2027AUD $20,320Deluxe Suite Deck 8
23-01-202702-02-2027AUD $26,230Prestige Suite Deck 7
23-01-202702-02-2027AUD $27,120Prestige Suite Deck 8
23-01-202702-02-2027AUD $27,980Grand Prestige Suite
23-01-202702-02-2027AUD $29,730Privilege Suite Deck 8

Inclusions

    • • A musical cruise imagined by Hughes Kieffer, artistic director. • A unique cruise between the North Sea and the Baltic, to discover contrasting landscapes and fascinating cities. • The eye and the sound advice of our photo ambassador, a privileged opportunity to immortalise your journey with, on the programme: workshops, lectures and customised advice to improve your photographic skills. • Aboard Le Commandant Charcot, a warm and refined cocoon opening to the exterior enjoy a unique experience in complete communion with the surrounding scenery. • Make the most of an excursion included* per person per port of call during your cruise thanks to the selection made by our destination experts. • Take the time to enjoy the unique scenery as you sail through Lysefjorden and the Stockholm archipelago.  • Discover Skagen, the charming seaside resort that inspired many Scandinavian artists, including the Skagen Painters. • A stop in Kristiansand to explore the historic old town and the street art. • A magical overnight stay opposite the old town of Stockholm. • Three capitals with a fascinating history and architecture.

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