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Le Champlain, 10 Night A World Affairs Voyage ex Copenhagen, Denmark to London, (Tower Bridge) England
Cruise Le Champlain, 10 Night A World Affairs Voyage ex Copenhagen, Denmark to London, (Tower Bridge) England
Cruise Line Ponant
Ship Le Champlain
Destination EU West & Atlantic Islands
Brief Description 10 Night Cruise sailing from Copenhagen, Denmark onboard Le Champlain
Type of Cruise Luxury
Departure Date 26 Aug 2026
Cruise Description This cruise is one of a special selection of PONANT voyages designed specifically for English-speaking guests. In addition to the usual elements of a PONANT voyage, the listed prices for these cruises include transfers to and from the ship, lectures and discussions on board with world-class experts, and a shore excursion or activity in each port, allowing guests to discover the sights and immerse themselves in unfamiliar culture.

The northwest corner of Europe—where the Baltic and North Seas meet—is rich in medieval and modern history. This region provides an ideal setting for reflecting on the lessons of past experiences of war and peace for current issues of international security. On this voyage from Copenhagen to London, you will be accompanied by two renowned experts, including Admiral James Stavridis, former Supreme Allied Commander of NATO. They will provide insights into topics such as the challenges to the unity of the NATO alliance and the hopeful signs of a continued commitment to working together to promote freedom and democracy.

From Copenhagen, Le Champlain first heads for the North German coast. You'll spend the first two days of your cruise in the Baltic Sea ports of Warnemünde and Wismar. This region was once the heart of the Hanseatic League, and you'll have the opportunity to explore cities such as Lübeck, Rostock, and Wismar. Their well-preserved old towns, two of which are UNESCO World Heritage sites, bear witness to the former wealth of Hanseatic trade.

On the third day, you'll cross the 98-kilometer-long Kiel Canal, which cuts through the Jutland Peninsula and connects the Baltic and North Seas. This route saves you 250 nautical miles compared to circumnavigating the peninsula.

Harlingen is your first Dutch port. Here, you'll experience firsthand how the Dutch reclaimed a quarter of their land from the sea – through mounds, dikes, windmills, and the drainage of lakes. One highlight is the 1920s steam-powered Woudagemaal pumping station, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and still in operation. It illustrates early water management technologies that are becoming increasingly important worldwide in light of rising sea levels.

As the official capital of the Netherlands, Amsterdam is home to a royal palace, which hosts state visits and official receptions. A tour of the palace focuses on its role in international politics and cultural exchange. However, the palace also boasts elegant architecture and works of art that evoke the glory of the Dutch Golden Age. A second option during your stay in Amsterdam is a visit to the Dutch Resistance Museum, which documents the hard work and heroism of the Dutch struggle against totalitarian rule during World War II. Alternatively, you can take a boat cruise through Amsterdam's famous canals or visit the world-famous Van Gogh Museum or the Rijksmuseum.

Home to the Dutch parliament and royal family, The Hague is also home to the International Court of Justice, housed in the Peace Palace, which you can visit on a guided tour. Or head to the nearby port of Rotterdam to see a floating dairy farm, which both demonstrates the practicality of sustainable agriculture in a highly urban environment and offers a vision for the future. A third option for the day is a visit to the 18th-century Kinderdijk windmills, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and another example of Dutch mastery of the art and science of water management.

Antwerp is your gateway to Brussels and a series of tours of two institutions vital to the security of Europe and the wider Atlantic world. A visit to the European Parliament, the legislative branch of the European Union, will give you an insight into the work of the Parliament as it strives to promote the common interests of its 27 member states. Or you might prefer a guided tour of the conference rooms and interactive visitor center at NATO headquarters, the organization that has largely kept peace in Europe since its founding in 1949. Alternatively, you can stay in Antwerp and explore the city's historic diamond district.

From the Belgian port of Ostend, you can take a walking tour of the superbly preserved medieval city of Bruges. Two other possible excursions focus on sustainability—one exploring the promising possibilities of wind energy at the North Sea Offshore Experience, the other visiting Agrotopia, a state-of-the-art urban farm in the city of Roeselare. Alternatively, you can head to nearby Raversyde, home to the remains of the Atlantic Wall. This massive network of bunkers and tunnels was built by the Germans and used in both World Wars.

Dunkirk offers several museums with exhibits on various aspects of the city's World War II history. The Dunkerque Museum focuses on Operation Dynamo, the evacuation of Allied troops in 1940, while the Blockhaus d'Éperlecques and La Coupole tell the story of German military installations during the occupation.

On the final day of the cruise, Le Champlain departs Dunkirk around midday. You cross the English Channel and cruise up the Thames. In the late evening, you arrive at London Bridge, where the ship remains docked overnight before disembarking in London the following day.
Sailing Dates
26 Aug 2026
Category Single Twin Triple Quad
DEL AU $15,010 AU $11,880 ‐ ‐
PR4 AU $16,610 AU $13,110 ‐ ‐
PR5 AU $17,400 AU $13,710 ‐ ‐
PR6 AU $18,360 AU $14,450 ‐ ‐
DS3 AU $25,360 AU $19,840 AU $10,630 ‐
DS6 AU $25,360 AU $19,840 AU $10,630 ‐
DS4 AU $25,360 AU $19,840 AU $10,630 ‐
PS5 AU $34,110 AU $26,570 AU $14,000 ‐
PS6 AU $35,860 AU $27,910 AU $14,670 ‐
PV5 AU $37,610 AU $29,260 AU $15,340 ‐
PV6 AU $37,610 AU $29,260 AU $15,340 ‐
GD6 AU $41,260 AU $32,070 AU $16,750 ‐
Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
26 Aug 2026 Copenhagen, Denmark 6:00 PM
27 Aug 2026 Berlin (Warnemunde) 12:00 PM 10:30 PM
28 Aug 2026 Wismar, Germany 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
29 Aug 2026 Kiel Canal 7:00 AM 11:00 PM
30 Aug 2026 Harlingen, Netherlands 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
31 Aug 2026 Amsterdam, The Netherlands 7:30 AM 6:00 PM
1 Sep 2026 Scheveningen, Netherlands 7:00 AM 6:30 PM
2 Sep 2026 Antwerp, Belgium 8:00 AM 6:30 PM
3 Sep 2026 Ostend, Belgium 7:00 AM 4:30 PM
4 Sep 2026 Dunkirk, France 7:00 AM 12:30 PM
5 Sep 2026 London, (Tower Bridge) England 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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