Jazz festival, from the Baltic to the North Sea

📅 Saturday, January 23, 2027 🏁 Tuesday, February 2, 2027 🌙 10 Nights Helsinki 🚢 Le Commandant Charcot
Suite $10,340 per person
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Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1
Helsinki Finland Explore the stunning white Neo-Renaissance architecture and charming island character of Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage gem just minutes from port.
Arrive 2027-01-23 00:00:00 Depart 2027-01-23 23:30:00
Day 2
Tallinn Estonia Wander through the cobblestone streets of a perfectly preserved medieval Old Town frozen in time for over 500 years.
Arrive 2027-01-24 07:00:00 Depart 2027-01-24 18:00:00
Day 3
Stockholm Sweden Glide through the enchanting Stockholm archipelago's 30,000 islands and discover centuries-old palaces nestled amid crystalline waterways.
Arrive 2027-01-25 13:30:00 Depart 2027-01-25 23:59:00
Day 4
Stockholm Sweden Glide through the enchanting Stockholm archipelago's 30,000 islands and discover centuries-old palaces nestled amid crystalline waterways.
Arrive 2027-01-26 00:00:00 Depart 2027-01-26 11:30:00
Day 5
Visby Sweden Wander cobblestone streets lined with medieval merchants' houses and towering defensive walls that transport you back centuries.
Arrive 2027-01-27 07:00:00 Depart 2027-01-27 14:00:00
Day 6
🌊 At Sea
Day 7
Skagen Denmark Watch two seas collide where the North Sea meets the Baltic at the dramatic Grenen headland.
Arrive 2027-01-29 12:30:00 Depart 2027-01-29 18:30:00
Day 8
Kristiansand Norway Wander through the charming old town's colorful wooden buildings and relax in Scandinavia's warmest waters at pristine nearby beaches.
Arrive 2027-01-30 08:00:00 Depart 2027-01-30 22:00:00
Day 9
Egersund Norway Explore dramatic coastal cliffs and pristine beaches where Nordic nature meets charming seaside village culture.
Arrive 2027-01-31 08:00:00 Depart 2027-01-31 20:00:00
Day 10
🌊 At Sea
Day 11
Bergen Norway Wander through colorful wooden buildings in the UNESCO-listed Bryggen district where maritime history comes alive at every cobblestone corner.
Arrive 2027-02-02 07:00:00

About This Cruise

<p>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.<p></p>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. <p></p>Extend your journey with a complimentary additional night in Helsinki, before your cruise.*<p></p>*Offer valid for each guest from 9th March until 30th June 2026 on a selection of cruises aboard Le Commandant Charcot, valid for any new booking and subject to availability. The offer cannot be backdated and cannot be exchanged for a voucher, credit or any other service; it can be combined with current offers, excluding “No single supplement”. For bookings by a guest travelling alone, the offer remains applicable but the single supplement (single room) will be invoiced in accordance with current conditions. In the event of cancellation by the guest, the establishment’s standard cancellation terms and conditions will apply.<p></p>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.</p>
From $9,860 per person 10 nights on Le Commandant Charcot with PONANT EXPLORATIONS
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