Ponant Cruises luxury itinerary
Aqua Lares May 20-June 3 2028 AQL-052028-14 Cruise & Offers
Glasgow to Longyearbyen
Review Svalbard, Arctic Circle & Scottish Isles, voyage AQL-052028-14, with its complete official schedule, accommodation guidance, and current offer assistance.
May 20, 2028 to June 3, 2028 · Voyage AQL-052028-14
Destinations & expedition experiences
This published program may be adapted by the captain and expedition team for weather, sea, ice, wildlife, permit or safety conditions. Panels preserve PONANT's planned destinations or regions without turning them into guaranteed landings.
Day 1
May 20, 2028Glasgow
Destination overview
Glasgow is Scotland's largest city, known for grand Victorian architecture, inventive museums, music and the legacy of its River Clyde shipyards. The center combines handsome civic buildings with lively neighborhoods, galleries and restaurants. It provides a cultural counterpoint before or after an expedition into northern island landscapes.
- Day 1 · May 20, 2028Embarkation: Afternoon
Verified shore experiences
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Day 2
May 21, 2028Iona & Staffa
Destination overview
Today, we discover Iona, a small island with a profound spiritual legacy as the birthplace of Christianity in Scotland, home to a historic abbey set amid tranquil landscapes. After lunch, head to Staffa, famous for its hexagonal basalt columns and dramatic sea caves, including the legendary Fingal’s Cave.
- Day 2 · May 21, 2028No port clock time published
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Day 3
May 22, 2028St Kilda & Luskentyre Beach
Destination overview
We land on the remote archipelago of St Kilda, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Towering cliffs host vast seabird colonies, while the remains of stone houses tell of a community that once thrived in this isolated environment. The islands' raw beauty mixed with their rich cultural past makes them one of Scotland's most extraordinary destinations.
- Day 3 · May 22, 2028No port clock time published
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Day 4
May 23, 2028Callanish, Isle of Lewis
Destination overview
On the Isle of Lewis, we explore the Callanish Stones, a prehistoric circle dating back over 5,000 years. Standing on a windswept moor, these enigmatic stones evoke the mysteries of Scotland’s ancient past. Its setting contributes The Arctic Circle scenery, local character and a distinctive sense of place to the published itinerary and the journey between surrounding calls.
- Day 4 · May 23, 2028No port clock time published
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Day 5
May 24, 2028Mousa Broch
Destination overview
We sail into Scotland’s Shetland Islands to visit Mousa Broch, a remarkably preserved Iron Age stone tower. The site offers insight into Scotland’s early history, while the surrounding coastline offers the opportunity to encounter to seabirds and seals. The setting adds local character and a distinctive sense of place to the published itinerary.
- Day 5 · May 24, 2028No port clock time published
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Day 6
May 25, 2028Ålesund
Destination overview
Surrounded by a multitude of islands, fjords and majestic mountains, the town of Ålesund surprises many visitors. In fact, it is internationally renowned for its Art nouveau architecture . After the terrible fire of 1904 which reduced a large part of the town to ashes, Norwegian architects inspired by the.
- Day 6 · May 25, 2028No port clock time published
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Day 7
May 26, 2028Smøla
Destination overview
Wake up to views of the low-lying islands and open seascapes which define Smøla. The scattered islets provide habitat for rich birdlife, including white-tailed eagles. Small fishing hamlets along the coast give a glimpse into Norway’s enduring maritime way of life.
- Day 7 · May 26, 2028No port clock time published
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Day 8
May 27, 2028Brønnøysund
Destination overview
Nestled on the Torget peninsula, Brønnøysund is framed by mountains and islands. Offshore lie natural wonders such as the Torghatten granite dome and the Vega Archipelago, recognized for their geology and cultural history. The town itself reflects Norway’s close connection to the sea and coastal traditions.
- Day 8 · May 27, 2028No port clock time published
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Day 9
May 28, 2028Nusfjord & Trollfjorden
Destination overview
Wake up to views of Nusfjord, one of Norway's oldest and best-preserved fishing villages nestled within the Lofoten Islands. Traditional red rorbuer cabins line the harbor, set against dramatic mountain peaks that rise steeply from the fjord -- a scene that has remained largely unchanged since the 19th century.
- Day 9 · May 28, 2028No port clock time published
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Day 10
May 29, 2028Tromsø
Destination overview
We return to Tromso as the ship replenishes itself for the next leg of the journey. Take the day to unwind on board Aqua Lares. Enjoy the social spaces at your leisure, whether it be sipping cocktails in the lounge, a workout in the open air, or a soothing spa treatment.
- Day 10 · May 29, 2028No port clock time published
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Day 11
May 30, 2028Bleik
Destination overview
Step ashore at Bleik, a fishing village set along one of Norway's longest white-sand beaches. Keep your eyes peeled for sperm whales attracted to the surrounding waters' rich feeding grounds, while just offshore, the triangle-shaped island of Bleiksøya hosts one of Norway's largest puffin colonies.
- Day 11 · May 30, 2028No port clock time published
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Day 12
May 31, 2028Bear Island
Destination overview
Today, we head out on excursions along the remote cliffs of Bear Island, home to vast colonies of puffins, guillemots, and fulmars. Enjoy close encounters with the destination's remarkable population of seabirds while out on a tender exploration. Learn more about the island’s unique ecology from our naturalist guides.
- Day 12 · May 31, 2028No port clock time published
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Day 13
June 1, 2028Sørkapp & Gnalodden, Hornsund
Destination overview
In the morning, we arrive at Sørkapp, the southernmost point of Spitsbergen. This remote and rarely visited cape reveals stark Arctic landscapes where glaciers meet the sea and seabirds such as kittiwakes nest along coastal cliffs. After lunch, we explore Gnålodden, home to one of Svalbard's best-known trapper's cabins, set beneath towering cliffs alive with seabirds.
- Day 13 · June 1, 2028No port clock time published
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Day 14
June 2, 2028Calypsobyen, Bellsund
Destination overview
We arrive in Bellsund to explore Calypsobyen, a former coal mining settlement and beluga hunting station that operated in the early 20th century. Here, scattered ruins and weathered structures stand as silent witnesses to the industrial era that once brought life to this remote corner of Svalbard, creating a stark contrast between natural beauty and manmade history.
- Day 14 · June 2, 2028No port clock time published
Verified shore experiences
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Day 15
June 3, 2028Longyearbyen
Destination overview
We return to Longyearbyen as the ship replenishes itself for the next leg of the journey. Take the day to unwind on board Aqua Lares. Enjoy the social spaces at your leisure, whether it be sipping cocktails in the lounge, a workout in the open air, or a soothing spa treatment.
- Day 15 · June 3, 2028Disembarkation: Morning
Verified shore experiences
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Planning note: Times appear only when published for this sailing. Blank times remain unpublished; a source-system midnight placeholder is never treated as a genuine call time.
A closer look at this sailing
Glasgow to Longyearbyen aboard Aqua Lares
On May 20-June 3 2028, Aqua Lares sails 14 nights from Glasgow to Longyearbyen. Svalbard, Arctic Circle & Scottish Isles brings together Iona & Staffa, St Kilda & Luskentyre Beach, Callanish, Isle of Lewis, Mousa Broch, creating a specific progression of ports for travelers comparing destination variety and voyage pace.
Aqua Expeditions publishes the departure dates and complete ordered daily program, with broad embarkation and disembarkation timing but no port clock times. The source lists 15 route entries, including embarkation, disembarkation, scenic passages, and any sea days exactly as published.
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