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Le Lyrial, 13 Night Total Solar Eclipse in The Far North ex Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen to Reykjavik, Iceland
Cruise Le Lyrial, 13 Night Total Solar Eclipse in The Far North ex Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen to Reykjavik, Iceland
Cruise Line Ponant
Ship Le Lyrial
Destination Arctic North Atlantic
Brief Description 13 Night Cruise sailing from Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen onboard Le Lyrial
Type of Cruise Luxury
Departure Date 01 Aug 2026
Cruise Description Beyond the Arctic Circle, facing landscapes frozen in time by the ice, set off on a fascinating journey to discover the islands of the Far North. For 14 days, from Spitsbergen to Iceland, via Jan Mayen Island and the eastern coast of Greenland, between fjords and glaciers, observe wild and mischievous nature as it wakes itself up, and set off to encounter the communities who live in these parts of the world, guardians of these untamed spaces. In this hushed world, facing completely unobstructed skies, you will seek out a rare phenomenon: the total solar eclipse, and discover its secrets thanks to the exceptional presence of astronauts Claudie and Jean-Pierre Haigneré.

From Longyearbyen, one of the world’s northernmost towns, you will weigh anchor, leaving behind the small colourful wooden homes that dot the landscape.

You will set sail to the north-west of Spitsbergen, keeping an eye out for the appearance of the first glaciers and the huge snow-covered peaks that gave the region its name. In this white kingdom, you will sail soothed by the romantic play of the midnight sun upon the icy waters of the fjords. You will observe the slow dance of the colonies of Arctic fulmars, Arctic terns, black-legged kittiwakes and guillemots nesting on the vertiginous cliffs. On your left, in the distance, bearded seals laze on a piece of ice floe while, on the neighbouring peninsula, mossy tundra offers Svalbard reindeer and Arctic foxes an ideal playground. You will scan the horizon in the hushed silence of the fjord, hoping to spot the lord of the manor: the polar bear.

Next, your ship will make its way to Jan Mayen Island, which was very dear to Captain Jean-Baptiste Charcot. Located on the threshold of the Arctic and North Atlantic oceans, this isolated and uninhabited volcanic island was a whale hunting centre and is home to large bird colonies.

As you sail along, you will perhaps see whales, before reaching the region of Ittoqqortoormiit on the east coast of Greenland. In the eponymous village, you will receive a warm welcome from the Inuit community and discover their traditions during special and authentic moments, before entering Scoresby Sound, the world’s largest fjord network. This unique setting, made up of gigantic icebergs, golden brown moorland and sheer walls reddened by the minerals, is home to exceptional fauna: musk oxen, Arctic wolves and foxes, seagulls, barnacle geese and other migratory birds. Aboard Le Lyrial or a Zodiac dinghy, you will admire the power of nature while becoming aware of its fragility. On board, the team of naturalists will scan the horizon so they can provide you with marvellous sightings of wildlife and, in particular, the polar bear. The region’s elusive fauna upholds its mysteries while the uncertain nature of the encounter bestows an indescribable magic upon it.

Finally, your ship will set sail towards Iceland. From the village of Isafjörður to Westfjords, between lost valleys and sheer cliffs, discover a land of legends, of wild and enchanting beauty. In the total darkness of night and weather conditions permitting*, the Captain will take you along coasts full of mystery, in search of the best place to observe this total eclipse, the 16th to occur in the 21st century. You will be captivated by the unique spectacle, during which the Moon will obscure the Sun.

*As we cannot control the weather conditions, we cannot guarantee the observation of this total solar eclipse. Nevertheless, the Captain will have room for manoeuvre and will be able to sail towards the most suitable places on the eclipse’s trajectory.

Itinerary is subject to change according to port authorizations and government regulations. We are privileged guests in these remote lands where we are at the mercy of weather, ice, tidal and current conditions. Landings on certain sites and the observation of certain wildlife cannot be guaranteed. They vary from day to day, making each PONANT cruise a unique experience. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, while complying with the safety rules and instructions imposed by the AECO.
Sailing Dates
01 Aug 2026
Category Single Twin Triple Quad
PR4 AU $45,910 AU $24,110 ‐ ‐
PR5 AU $48,170 AU $25,240 ‐ ‐
PR6 AU $50,890 AU $26,600 ‐ ‐
DS6 AU $70,850 AU $36,580 ‐ ‐
PS5 AU $95,790 AU $49,050 AU $25,680 ‐
PV AU $100,800 AU $51,550 AU $26,930 ‐
GPV AU $137,080 AU $69,690 AU $36,000 ‐
Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
1 Aug 2026 Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen 6:00 PM
2 Aug 2026 Spitsbergen, Norway
2 Aug 2026 Ny Alesund, Spitsbergen
2 Aug 2026 Spitsbergen, Norway
3 Aug 2026 Spitsbergen, Norway
3 Aug 2026 Spitsbergen, Norway
4 Aug 2026 Spitsbergen, Norway
5 Aug 2026 Spitsbergen, Norway
6 Aug 2026 At Sea    
7 Aug 2026 At Sea    
8 Aug 2026 Jan Mayen Island Norway
9 Aug 2026 Ittoqqortoormiit, Greenland
10 Aug 2026 Ittoqqortoormiit, Greenland
10 Aug 2026 Scoresby Sund, Greenland
11 Aug 2026 At Sea    
12 Aug 2026 Isafjordur, Iceland
13 Aug 2026 Westfjords, Iceland
14 Aug 2026 Reykjavik, Iceland 7:00 AM
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

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