PonantER200726
Icelandic mosaic
Date
2026-07-20
Duration
7 nights
Departure Port
Reykjavik
Iceland
Arrival Port
Reykjavik
Iceland
Rating
Luxury
Theme
—
Ponant
Le Lapérouse
Explorer
Launched
2017
Refitted
—
Tonnage
9,976 GT
Passengers
184
Cabins
92
Crew
118
Length
430 m
Width
18 m
Speed
13 knots
Adults Only
No
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1
Reykjavik
Depart 19:30
Reykjavik, the world's northernmost capital, distils the entire improbable beauty of Iceland into one compact, creatively charged city. The soaring basalt columns of Hallgrímskirkja dominate a skyline of primary-coloured rooftops, while the Harpa Concert Hall shimmers beside the harbour like a captured aurora. Day trips from the city unlock the Golden Circle's geysers and Geysir hot spring, the black sand beaches of Vík, and the ethereal glacier lagoon at Jökulsárlón. Geothermal pools — from the legendary Blue Lagoon to intimate neighbourhood hot pots — offer warmth year-round. June and July bring the bewitching midnight sun.
Day 2
Day 2
Heimaey
Arrive 11:30Depart 18:00
Heimaey is Iceland's volcanic island where the dramatic 1973 eruption story, the world's largest puffin colony of one million breeding pairs, and the children's annual puffling rescue create one of the North Atlantic's most extraordinary port experiences. Visit May through August via Lindblad or Windstar for Eldfell volcano hikes, the Eldheimar Museum's excavated homes, and the harbor approach through a channel literally reshaped by eruption.
Day 2
Day 2
Surtsey Island
Surtsey Island in Iceland offers dramatic Nordic landscapes where fjords, glaciers, and pristine wilderness create scenes of remarkable natural grandeur. The essential experience is immersion in the outdoor environment—hiking, wildlife watching, and savoring the region's exceptional seafood in settings of extraordinary beauty. Best visited June through September, when long northern days and mild temperatures make exploration a pleasure. Cruise lines including Windstar Cruises feature this port on their most compelling itineraries. Whether you have a few hours or a full day, the port rewards exploration at every pace and in every direction.
Day 3
Day 3
Grundarfjørdur
Arrive 12:00Depart 18:45
Grundarfjörður is a fishing town at the base of Kirkjufell, Iceland's most photographed mountain, and the gateway to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula—dubbed "Iceland in miniature" for its concentrated geological diversity. Must-dos include photographing Kirkjufell with its companion waterfall and exploring Snæfellsjökull, the glacier volcano from Jules Verne's novel. June and July offer midnight sun and the most reliable weather for peninsula exploration.
Day 4
Day 4
Hrísey
Arrive 16:00Depart 20:30
Hrisey is a tranquil island of 150 people in the middle of northern Iceland's Eyjafjordur, celebrated as a predator-free sanctuary for ptarmigan and nesting Arctic birds. Must-dos include walking the wildflower meadows among ground-nesting birds, visiting the Shark Jorundur museum, and enjoying views across the fjord to snow-striped peaks. Visit July for the warmest weather, peak bird season, and midnight sun twilight.
Day 5
Day 5
Akureyri
Depart 16:00
Akureyri, the cultural capital of northern Iceland, sits at the head of the majestic Eyjafjörður and serves as a gateway to some of the island's most dramatic landscapes, including the thundering Goðafoss waterfall, the volcanic wonderland of Lake Mývatn, and Europe's most powerful cascade at Dettifoss. Visitors should not miss the excursion to Mývatn's geothermal pools and the tasting of traditional *hangikjöt* smoked lamb at a harbourside restaurant. The ideal season to visit is June through August, when the midnight sun bathes the fjord in endless golden light and the botanical gardens reach their luminous peak.
Day 6
Day 6
Isafjordur
Arrive 08:00Depart 15:00
Ísafjörður is the cultural and historical capital of Iceland's remote Westfjords, a dramatic fjord-side settlement where centuries of fishing heritage meet stark Arctic grandeur. Visitors should not miss the communal seafood feast at Tjöruhúsið restaurant and a journey to the surreal red sands of Rauðasandur beach near Patreksfjörður. The optimal visiting window is June through August, when nearly perpetual daylight illuminates the encircling mountains and the town's vibrant cultural calendar reaches its peak.
Day 7
Day 7
Reykjavik
Arrive 08:00Depart 23:59
Reykjavik, the world's northernmost capital, distils the entire improbable beauty of Iceland into one compact, creatively charged city. The soaring basalt columns of Hallgrímskirkja dominate a skyline of primary-coloured rooftops, while the Harpa Concert Hall shimmers beside the harbour like a captured aurora. Day trips from the city unlock the Golden Circle's geysers and Geysir hot spring, the black sand beaches of Vík, and the ethereal glacier lagoon at Jökulsárlón. Geothermal pools — from the legendary Blue Lagoon to intimate neighbourhood hot pots — offer warmth year-round. June and July bring the bewitching midnight sun.
Day 1
Reykjavik
Depart 19:30
Reykjavik, the world's northernmost capital, distils the entire improbable beauty of Iceland into one compact, creatively charged city. The soaring basalt columns of Hallgrímskirkja dominate a skyline of primary-coloured rooftops, while the Harpa Concert Hall shimmers beside the harbour like a captured aurora. Day trips from the city unlock the Golden Circle's geysers and Geysir hot spring, the black sand beaches of Vík, and the ethereal glacier lagoon at Jökulsárlón. Geothermal pools — from the legendary Blue Lagoon to intimate neighbourhood hot pots — offer warmth year-round. June and July bring the bewitching midnight sun.
Day 2
Heimaey
Arrive 11:30Depart 18:00
Heimaey is Iceland's volcanic island where the dramatic 1973 eruption story, the world's largest puffin colony of one million breeding pairs, and the children's annual puffling rescue create one of the North Atlantic's most extraordinary port experiences. Visit May through August via Lindblad or Windstar for Eldfell volcano hikes, the Eldheimar Museum's excavated homes, and the harbor approach through a channel literally reshaped by eruption.
Surtsey Island
Surtsey Island in Iceland offers dramatic Nordic landscapes where fjords, glaciers, and pristine wilderness create scenes of remarkable natural grandeur. The essential experience is immersion in the outdoor environment—hiking, wildlife watching, and savoring the region's exceptional seafood in settings of extraordinary beauty. Best visited June through September, when long northern days and mild temperatures make exploration a pleasure. Cruise lines including Windstar Cruises feature this port on their most compelling itineraries. Whether you have a few hours or a full day, the port rewards exploration at every pace and in every direction.
Day 3
Grundarfjørdur
Arrive 12:00Depart 18:45
Grundarfjörður is a fishing town at the base of Kirkjufell, Iceland's most photographed mountain, and the gateway to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula—dubbed "Iceland in miniature" for its concentrated geological diversity. Must-dos include photographing Kirkjufell with its companion waterfall and exploring Snæfellsjökull, the glacier volcano from Jules Verne's novel. June and July offer midnight sun and the most reliable weather for peninsula exploration.
Day 4
Hrísey
Arrive 16:00Depart 20:30
Hrisey is a tranquil island of 150 people in the middle of northern Iceland's Eyjafjordur, celebrated as a predator-free sanctuary for ptarmigan and nesting Arctic birds. Must-dos include walking the wildflower meadows among ground-nesting birds, visiting the Shark Jorundur museum, and enjoying views across the fjord to snow-striped peaks. Visit July for the warmest weather, peak bird season, and midnight sun twilight.
Day 5
Akureyri
Depart 16:00
Akureyri, the cultural capital of northern Iceland, sits at the head of the majestic Eyjafjörður and serves as a gateway to some of the island's most dramatic landscapes, including the thundering Goðafoss waterfall, the volcanic wonderland of Lake Mývatn, and Europe's most powerful cascade at Dettifoss. Visitors should not miss the excursion to Mývatn's geothermal pools and the tasting of traditional *hangikjöt* smoked lamb at a harbourside restaurant. The ideal season to visit is June through August, when the midnight sun bathes the fjord in endless golden light and the botanical gardens reach their luminous peak.
Day 6
Isafjordur
Arrive 08:00Depart 15:00
Ísafjörður is the cultural and historical capital of Iceland's remote Westfjords, a dramatic fjord-side settlement where centuries of fishing heritage meet stark Arctic grandeur. Visitors should not miss the communal seafood feast at Tjöruhúsið restaurant and a journey to the surreal red sands of Rauðasandur beach near Patreksfjörður. The optimal visiting window is June through August, when nearly perpetual daylight illuminates the encircling mountains and the town's vibrant cultural calendar reaches its peak.
Day 7
Reykjavik
Arrive 08:00Depart 23:59
Reykjavik, the world's northernmost capital, distils the entire improbable beauty of Iceland into one compact, creatively charged city. The soaring basalt columns of Hallgrímskirkja dominate a skyline of primary-coloured rooftops, while the Harpa Concert Hall shimmers beside the harbour like a captured aurora. Day trips from the city unlock the Golden Circle's geysers and Geysir hot spring, the black sand beaches of Vík, and the ethereal glacier lagoon at Jökulsárlón. Geothermal pools — from the legendary Blue Lagoon to intimate neighbourhood hot pots — offer warmth year-round. June and July bring the bewitching midnight sun.
Cabin Categories
Deluxe Suite Deck 3
Suite
1
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm)
A bathroom with shower
A private 6 m² balcony with two armchairs
A glazed panoramic swing door and panoramic window
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Deluxe Suite Deck 4
Suite
2
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm)
A bathroom with shower
A private 6 m² balcony with two armchairs
A panoramic sliding bay window
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Deluxe Suite Deck 5
Suite
3
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm)
A bathroom with shower
A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs
A panoramic sliding bay window
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Deluxe Suite Deck 6
Suite
4
Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival.
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm).
An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm).
A bathroom with shower.
A private 6 m² balcony with two armchairs.
A panoramic sliding bay window.
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Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6
Suite
6
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation)
Butler service
An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
A bedroom with one king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
A lounge with sofa bed convertible to a double bed (160 x 190 cm) or a single bed (80 x 190 cm) , armchair, and second TV
A bathroom with shower and Baleno bathtub
A private 32 m² terrace with two deckchairs and four-seater dining table
Two panoramic sliding bay windows
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Owner's Suite
Suite
OS
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
Private return transfer
Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation)
Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival
Butler service
An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
A lounge with armchair, double sofa bed, and second TV
A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
A bathroom with shower, balneo bathtub and smart mirror
A one-hour spa treatments per person (for 2 people) in the well-being space, chosen from the facial and body treatments on offer
Included premium pass: access to a selection of premium spirits at the bar
A private 45 m² terrace: 2 deckchairs, jacuzzi, and lounge corner with sofa and armchair
Two panoramic sliding bay windows
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Prestige Suite Deck 5
Suite
10
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival
An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
A lounge with convertible sofa to a king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm), armchair, second TV, and sliding courtesy door
Two bathrooms with shower
A private 8 m² balcony with four armchairs
Two panoramic sliding bay windows
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Prestige Suite Deck 6
Suite
11
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation)
Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival
Butler service
An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
A lounge with convertible sofa to a king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm), armchair, second TV, and sliding courtesy door
Two bathrooms with shower
A private 8 m² balcony with four armchairs
Two panoramic sliding bay windows
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Privilege Suite Deck 5
Suite
12
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation)
Butler service
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
A lounge corner with chaise longue and armchair
A bathroom with shower
A private 8 m² balcony with two armchairs
A panoramic sliding bay window
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Privilege Suite Deck 6
Suite
13
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation)
Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival
Butler service
An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
A lounge with convertible sofa to a king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm), armchair, second TV, and sliding courtesy door
Two bathrooms with shower
A private 8 m² balcony with four armchairs
Two panoramic sliding bay windows
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Deluxe Stateroom
Balcony
D
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
A bathroom with shower
A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs
A glazed panoramic swing door and rectangular window
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Prestige stateroom Deck 4
Balcony
7
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
One chaise longue
A bathroom with shower
A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs
A panoramic sliding bay window or panoramic swing door
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Prestige stateroom Deck 5
Balcony
8
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
One chaise longue
A bathroom with shower
A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs
A panoramic sliding bay window or panoramic swing door
View Details
Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
Balcony
9
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
One chaise longue
A bathroom with shower
A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs
A panoramic sliding bay window
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