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Cultural treasures and Scandinavian panoramas
Stockholm - Rosyth (Edinburgh), Scotland
Dates:
17/8/2024
to
28/8/2024
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In partnership with Les Éditions Tallandier and with featured guest Thomas Gomart, French historian of international relations and director of the French Institute of International Relations (IFRI).
From Edinburgh to Stockholm, PONANT brings you a brand-new 12-day cruise aboard Le Dumont-d’Urville, through the landscapes and cultural treasures of Scotland and Scandinavia.
Le Dumont-d’Urville will sail to the Swedish island of Gotland and call at Visby, a site that was important for the Hanseatic League in the Baltic Sea around the 13th century. A UNESCO Heritage Site, this once-opulent city still has remarkably well-preserved ramparts, public buildings, merchant houses and warehouses.
Karlskrona, whose history is intrinsically linked to the Swedish Navy, boasts exceptional UNESCO-listed architecture that is characteristic of late-17th-century European naval cities.
Then your ship will chart a course towards the charming town of Gudhjem, on the small Danish island of Bornholm, which is greatly appreciated by the Danish for its variety of landscapes ranging from granite to great sandy beaches.
Copenhagen, city of art and history, the charming Danish capital will not fail to surprise you with its easy lifestyle, cultural richness and exceptional heritage.
The next step of your voyage will take you to Gothenburg, in Sweden. The country’s main port and labelled City of Literature by UNESCO, it can be discovered via its pretty canals, cultural treasures and emblematic districts.
Le Dumont-d’Urville will then set a course for Norway, its stunning scenery and its incredible cities and towns. Sitting on the edge of a fjord covered in greenery, Oslo, the creative, multicultural, radiant capital of Norway reflects a deep attachment to its Viking and Scandinavian roots. You will then sail along the coast to Arendal, called the Venice of the North due to its canals. On the southern coast, the colourful facades of Egersund stretch out along the curve of a fjord and the town’s industrial past, centred on fishing and earthenware production, is revealed.
Le Dumont-d’Urville will sail towards Kirkwall, capital of the Orkney Islands, where numerous seabirds, such as gannets and European shags, have taken up residence.
The last stage of your cruise will take you to Aberdeen. Its magnificent coast, boasting a remarkable nature reserve and majestic castles nearby, make Scotland’s third largest city, full of Gothic charm, an exceptional port of call.
Finally, you will reach Edinburgh, city of history and labelled city of literature by UNESCO, your port of disembarkation.
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24/7/2023 to the 2/8/2023
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*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.
Services provided
- 24h room service
- Inclusive Wi-Fi Internet access (availability dependent on navigation and latitude)
- Individually-controlled air conditioning
- Dressing room with shelves and closet
- Dressing table and hairdryer
- Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products
- Minibar included
- Nespresso coffee maker and boiler
- Electronic safe
- Direct line telephone
- Bose Bluetooth speaker
- Flat screen TV, international channels (availability dependent on navigation) and videos on demand
- 110V American (two flat pins)/220V European (round sockets with two round pins)
- Two ADA staterooms
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Thomas Gomart
Doctor of international relations history (Paris I Panthéon Sorbonne) and EMBA graduate (HEC), Thomas Gomart is Director of the French Institute of International Relations (IFRI) having been its Strategic Development Director (2010-2015) and Director of its Russia/NIS Centre (2004-2013). Before joining IFRI, Thomas Gomart worked at Marne-la-Vallée University (1996-1999) and the Ministry of Defence (2000). He has also been Lavoisier Fellow at the State Institute of International Relations (University-MGIMO - Moscow, 2001), Visiting Fellow at the Institute of Security Studies (European Union – Paris 2002) and Marie Curie Fellow at the Department of War Studies (King’s College - London 2003).
His current work focuses on digital governance, French foreign policy, country risk, Russia and think tanks. He recently published Notre intérêt national. Quelle politique étrangère pour la France? (with Thierry de Montbrial), Éditions Odile Jacob, 2017; L’affolement du monde - 10 enjeux géopolitiques, Éditions Tallandier, 2019 (awarded the Prix Louis-Marin and Prix du Livre de Géopolitique); Qu'est-ce qu'un think tank? Une perspective française, Études de l'Ifri, November 2019; Le COVID-19 et la fin de l'innocence technologique, Politique étrangère, Vol. 85, n° 2, summer 2020; and Guerres Invisibles. Nos prochains défis géopolitiques, Éditions Tallandier, 2021.
Languages spoken : French and English.
Photo credit : David Atlan
Subject to withdrawal in case of force majeure
Thomas Gomart
Doctor of international relations history (Paris I Panthéon Sorbonne) and EMBA graduate (HEC), Thomas Gomart is Director of the French Institute of International Relations (IFRI) having been its Strategic Development Director (2010-2015) and Director of its Russia/NIS Centre (2004-2013). Before joining IFRI, Thomas Gomart worked at Marne-la-Vallée University (1996-1999) and the Ministry of Defence (2000). He has also been Lavoisier Fellow at the State Institute of International Relations (University-MGIMO - Moscow, 2001), Visiting Fellow at the Institute of Security Studies (European Union – Paris 2002) and Marie Curie Fellow at the Department of War Studies (King’s College - London 2003).
His current work focuses on digital governance, French foreign policy, country risk, Russia and think tanks. He recently published Notre intérêt national. Quelle politique étrangère pour la France? (with Thierry de Montbrial), Éditions Odile Jacob, 2017; L’affolement du monde - 10 enjeux géopolitiques, Éditions Tallandier, 2019 (awarded the Prix Louis-Marin and Prix du Livre de Géopolitique); Qu'est-ce qu'un think tank? Une perspective française, Études de l'Ifri, November 2019; Le COVID-19 et la fin de l'innocence technologique, Politique étrangère, Vol. 85, n° 2, summer 2020; and Guerres Invisibles. Nos prochains défis géopolitiques, Éditions Tallandier, 2021.
Languages spoken : French and English.
Photo credit : David Atlan
Ideal clothes for life on board:
During the days spent on board, you are advised to wear comfortable clothes or casual outfits. The entire ship is air-conditioned, so a light sweater, a light jacket or a shawl may be necessary. When moving about in the public areas of the ship and the decks, light but comfortable shoes are recommended.
Informal evening:
In the evening, you are advised to wear smart-casual attire, especially when dining in our restaurants where wearing shorts and tee-shirts is not allowed.
For women:
- Simple dress
- Skirt or trousers
- Blouse
- Polo
For men:
- Pleated trousers or chinos
- Sports jacket
- Shirt
- Polo
Officer’s evening:
For all cruises longer than 8 nights, an Officer’s Evening with a white dress code may be organized. Therefore, we encourage you to bring a stylish white outfit for the occasion (otherwise black and white).
Gala evening:
During the cruise, two gala evenings will be organised on board. Thus, we recommend that you bring one or two formal outfits.
For women:
- Cocktail attire
- Evening dress (if you wish to)
For men:
- Dark suit
- Tie recommended, possibly bow tie (if you wish to)
SHOP:
A small shop is available on board offering a wide range of outfits, jewellery, leather goods and many accessories.
A laundry service (washing/ironing) is available on board, but unfortunately there are no dry cleaning services. For safety reasons, your cabin is not equipped with an iron.
ACCESSORIES:
- Polarized sunglasses
- Swimsuit (for the Spa on board)
- Gym wear (fitness)
- Battery charger and memory cards for your camera
- Mobile phone charger
- Hat/cap
HEALTH CARE:
- Sunscreen and after-sun lotion
- Medications and prescriptions
OUTFITS ON BOARD:
- Casual outfits for the day
- Smarter outfits for dinners
- Elegant outfits for Gala evenings
- White or black and white outfit
PRECAUTIONS:
In your hand luggage, remember to bring any medicines that you need, and possibly a small spare bag of toiletries (in case of delay in the delivery of your baggage by the airline). Remember to always have your travel documents with you in case you need them: hotel vouchers, cruise vouchers, return flight tickets... Never leave them in your hold luggage.
All our cabins have a safe. We recommend not to go ashore with valuable jewellery.
PONANT activities
Les Éditions Tallandier
A brief history
Founded in 1871 by Georges Decaux and François Polo, Les Bureaux de l'Eclipse are specialized in human sciences. The company was taken over in 1901 by Jules Tallandier, who left his mark on it by giving it his name and specifying its editorial line around history for the general public. It became the property of Hachette in 1931, then of Artémis in 1999.
Faithful to its original editorial line, Tallandier continues to publish History in all its forms, biographies, essays, testimonies, archives, stories ... and covers all historical periods, from antiquity to contemporary history by opening widely to geopolitics.
The most famous house of History
All history lovers know Tallandier. The house publishes works of popularization as well as reference books for academic research with a great concern for quality. Today, the house has a catalog of over 2000 titles and publishes renowned authors: François Kersaudy, Emmanuel de Waresquiel, Jean Tulard, Jean-Christian Petitfils, Michel Winock, Thomas Gomart ...
Subject to withdrawal in case of force majeure
Highlights
- In partnership with Les Éditions Tallandier and with featured guest Thomas Gomart, French historian of international relations and director of the French Institute of International Relations (IFRI).
- A cruise to experience the cultural and historical heritage of the Scandinavian countries, between the Baltic Sea and the North Sea.
- Discovering the commercial and industrial past of Northern Europe and the history of the Celts and the Vikings as well as the Scandinavian kingdoms.
- UNESCO World Heritage Site: the Hanseatic town of Visby, the Naval Port of Karlskrona, Copenhagen, designated UNESCO World Capital of Architecture 2023.
- Four calls in Sweden: Gothenburg, Visby on Gotland Island, Karlskrona and Stockholm.
- Towns and cities surrounded by unspoiled nature and the discovery of exceptional insular landscapes: the Orkney Islands of Scotland, and the island of Gotland, off the coast of Sweden.
Ports of Call & Excursions
17 August 2024 - Stockholm
Embarkation 17/8/2024 From 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Departure 17/8/2024 at 6:00 pm
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.
18 August 2024 - Visby, Gotland
Arrival 18/8/2024 midday
Departure 18/8/2024 late afternoon
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.
19 August 2024 - Karlskrona
Arrival 19/8/2024 midday
Departure 19/8/2024 late afternoon
Discover Karlskrona on the southern coast of Sweden, between land and sea, spread over the small islands of the Blekinge archipelago. Its strategic position on the Baltic Sea made it the headquarters of the Swedish Royal Navy and its naval dockyard on the orders of King Karl XI of Sweden, in 1680. Constructed from nothing, the citadel has kept its architecture, whose coherence and conservation have today earned its listing as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its authentic colourful wooden houses facing the sea - which is never too far away - and its rich naval history give it an exquisite and unique charm. Do not miss this visit.
20 August 2024 - Gudhjem, Bornholm
Arrival 20/8/2024 midday
Departure 20/8/2024 late afternoon
Lying in the south-west of the Baltic Sea, the medieval village of Gudhjem, on the island of Bornholm, is one of the most visited and most popular villages in Denmark. As you stroll along its picturesque streets, you will fall under the spell of its varied landscapes, its easy way of life, and the authenticity of this charming town with half-timbered houses topped with red roofs, in the Danish tradition. It is here, along these charming streets, that the first herring smokehouses were built in the mid-19th century, attracting all the region’s fishermen. Tucked away in a gorgeous natural setting composed of rocky cliffs, dense forests and beaches of white sand, Gudhjem will provide an unforgettable interlude where time will seem to stand still.
21 August 2024 - Copenhagen
Arrival 21/8/2024 early morning
Departure 21/8/2024 early evening
Connected to the far eastern side of Sealand island, a few kilometres away from the Swedish coasts, Copenhagen offers you the high colour of Scandinavian capitals. You can discover the city's riches that weaves through the canal networks through the historical districts of Christiansborg and Nyhavn. Many palaces provide an apercu of Danish history. For eating, you can try out the smorrebrod, traditional danish sandwiches made with ham, cheese or smoked fish.
22 August 2024 - Göteborg (Gothenburg)
Arrival 22/8/2024 early morning
Departure 22/8/2024 late afternoon
Nestling on the western coast of Sweden, at the junction of the Göta River and the Kattegat sea area, Gothenburg enchants and surprises. Authentic and welcoming, this city of canals, edged with many green spaces, has a rich maritime history, making it Sweden’s most important port. Going beyond its commercial influence, “the cultural capital of Scandinavia” is a perfect blend of historic monuments, neo-classical architecture and eco-districts featuring modern urban spaces. In the old Haga district, you can peruse hippy-chic fashion boutiques and bohemian cafés in the ground floors of traditional wood houses. On the hills of the city, fall under the spell of the Lutheran Masthugget Church, a sumptuous 18th-century building.
23 August 2024 - Oslo
Arrival 23/8/2024 early morning
Departure 23/8/2024 early evening
Capital of Norway, Olso, is a green city. Its many parks and gardens make it the reputedly pleasant city it is. The 80 hectares of Vigeland sculpture parks and its 212 open air exhibitions, the Munch Museum dedicated to the life and works of the Norwegian artist Edvard Munch, plus the Akershus fortress which symbolises Oslo’s rich history, are both must-sees. For culture, the national gallery shelters the largest Norwegian collection of paintings, drawings and sculptures open to the public. And, for sports enthusiasts, the Holmenkollen district with its Ski museum and famous ski jump offer the most stunning, all-encompassing view of the city.
24 August 2024 - Arendal
Arrival 24/8/2024 early morning
Departure 24/8/2024 early afternoon
A port city located on Norway’s southern coast, Arendal is considered as the municipality enjoying the best climate in the country. This town in the Sorlandet region has also long been renowned for its iron ore mines: their operation in the 19th century produced a particularly resistant magnetite ore. The Raet National Park, the only protected area on the eastern coast of Norway, is not far away; here, you will fall in love with its raw nature, with silver and emerald reflections, dotted with immense coniferous forests and long pebble beaches.
25 August 2024 - Egersund
Arrival 25/8/2024 early morning
Departure 25/8/2024 midday
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.
26 August 2024 - Kirkwall, Orkney
Arrival 26/8/2024 late morning
Departure 26/8/2024 early evening
Capital of the Orkney archipelago, Kirkwall, which means “church bay”, is an ideal stopover before continuing on to the Northern Isles. Sheltered in a wide bay, the lively town welcomes the visitor with its charming paved alleyways edged by old houses and craft shops. Tankerness House, the oldest homestead in the town, is a must-see landmark. But the true architectural treasure of the aptly named Kirkwall is none other than its remarkable red and gold stone cathedral. And because whisky is inseparable from Scotland’s identity, stop at the Highland Park Distillery for a highly instructive visit.
27 August 2024 - Aberdeen, Scotland
Arrival 27/8/2024 early morning
Departure 27/8/2024 late afternoon
In the Aberdeenshire region, Aberdeen is Scotland’s third most populous city and Britain’s third largest fishing port. It is known as the Granite City due to its grey-coloured granite buildings. It becomes the Silver City when the sun shines upon the building façades. You will love the charm of its many flowers, the source of yet another moniker, the Flower of Scotland. The city once prospered thanks to whale hunting, herring fishing and shipbuilding. The Tolbooth, on the corner of Union Street and King Street, is a magnificent 17th century building that is worth the detour. Today, it is a museum dedicated to the city’s history.
28 August 2024 - Rosyth (Edinburgh), Scotland
Arrival 28/8/2024 early morning
Disembarkation 28/8/2024 at 8:00 am
Situated on the southern shore of the Firth of Forth opposite to Rosyth, the great city of Edinburgh has served as Scotland’s capital since the 15th century. Although no longer the largest city in the country, it remains the political, religious, and cultural focus of Scottish pride. Edinburgh Castle, in the very center of the city, is one end of the world famous Royal Mile that leads through the Old Town to the Palace of Holyrood, the Queen’s official residence in Scotland. A UNESCO World Heritage site, it is a wonderful place to shop and to sample local delicacies, like haggis and the whisky for which Scotland is renowned.
Le Dumont-d'Urville
Le Dumont-d’Urville belongs to a new generation of ships fitted with innovative equipment and designed to be environmentally friendly, and which come equipped with lounges that are largely open to the exterior, an outdoor swimming pool and a Blue Eye, a multisensorial underwater lounge. Everything is in place for an extraordinary cruise experience. It's now possible to depart for adventure to the most remote places on the planet onboard a ship offering luxury services.
Up to 184 Guests
92 staterooms & suites
118 crew members
Spa
2 restaurants
Decks
Guest Speaker
Aboard your ship, an English-speaking lecturer will enlighten you about the culture and history of your destination to deepen your knowledge of the origins of local traditions, the history of emblematic sites, and stories involving famous personalities and those of major historical significance. During on-board lectures or on your shore visits, this expert will be there to share their precious knowledge with you throughout your PONANT cruise.