Seabourn has opened sales for its new 2026-27 expedition itineraries. The line’s two new ultra-luxury expedition ships, Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit, are scheduled to visit up to 161 destinations in 31 countries on 24 unique sailings of 46 departures.
Between March 2026 and March 2027, Seabourn Venture will travel to 63 destinations across 12 countries, operating expedition experiences as well as traditional ocean voyages ranging from 10 to 25 days. Voyages will explore Iceland, Greenland, Labrador and the British Isles in the Northern Hemisphere; plus, it will join Seabourn Pursuit for another season in Antarctica, South Georgia and the Falkland Islands. Between April and June 2026, Seabourn Venture will offer non-expedition voyages sailing across the Atlantic Ocean, through the yacht harbors of the Mediterranean and around the Iberian Peninsula. These sailings will call on 34 destinations across eight countries, with four distinct itineraries.
Between February 2026 and March 2027, Seabourn Pursuit will operate expedition experiences ranging from 10 to 22 days, traveling to 71 destinations in over 13 countries. The ship will explore the South Pacific and the Kimberley, before sailing to Antarctica, South Georgia and the Falkland Islands. Guests can also sail half-way across the world on a combination voyage, an 82-day “Across Three Continents: Oceania to Antarctica” sailing, departing September 2, 2026, from Broome to Ushuaia.
Here's what travelers can expect:
Antarctica, South Georgia and Falkland Islands
Between October 2026 and March 2027, Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit will offer 19 departures round-trip from Ushuaia to Antarctica. The season includes sailings ranging from 10 to 12 days, as well as select 20-day departures visiting South Georgia and the Falkland Islands.
Itineraries for each ship will offer included expedition experiences led by a 23-person Expedition Team consisting of academics, scientists and naturalists. Guests will receive a complimentary PolarShield Parka by Helly Hansen. Optional kayaking and submarine excursions will also be available on the Antarctica voyages. All Antarctica voyages include a pre-cruise charter hotel stay in Buenos Aires and round-trip charter flights to Ushuaia, from where the ship will depart.
Arctic, Greenland, Iceland and British Isles
In July and September 2026, Seabourn Venture will offer 10- to 14-day itineraries to the Arctic, Greenland, Iceland and Scotland. The voyages will connect guests with remote and culturally significant destinations, with turnarounds in Reykjavik, Dublin, Kangerlussuaq and Halifax. Highlights include UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as St. Kilda in Scotland and the ancient ruins of Hvalsey Church in Greenland. Seabourn Venture will also explore Scoresbysund, the largest fjord in the world, on its 10-day “Iceland & Scoresbysund” itinerary sailing round-trip from Reykjavik.
Australia and the Kimberley Coast
Between May and September 2026, Seabourn Pursuit will return to the Kimberley in Australia for its third season. Offering eight departures of the 10-day “Kimberley Expedition: Waterfalls & Wanjinas” itineraries, the ship will sail between Darwin, Northern Territory and Broome, Western Australia.
Each itinerary includes a cultural visit to Ngula Jar Island in Vansittart Bay, Western Australia, hosted by the Wunambal Gaambera Traditional Landowners, who are also the godparents of Seabourn Pursuit. On this remote island, guests will discover intricate Bradshaw/Gwion art. At Freshwater Cove, they will view the aboriginal artwork of the Wanjina. Another highlight is a visit to Kuri Bay, home to Paspaley’s only land-based pearl farm.
South Pacific
From April to May 2026 and September to October 2026, Seabourn Pursuit will navigate the remote islands and atolls of the South Pacific on its way to and from the Kimberley region. The ship will embark on six itineraries ranging from 11 to 22 days, with departures from San Antonio (Santiago), Darwin, Lautoka and Papeete.
Guests can embark on a two-day exploration of Easter Island, where they can study the Moai statues and stroll along the pink sand beaches of the island. In Cenderawasih Bay, guests can encounter year-round congregations of whale sharks within the national park. On Ambrym Island in Vanuatu, guests can witness the traditional Rom Dance. Additionally, bird-watching enthusiasts can join the expedition team in Raja Ampat to spot the Red Birds of Paradise.
Mediterranean
Between April and June 2026, Seabourn Venture will offer non-expedition voyages sailing across the Atlantic Ocean. These sailings will call on 34 destinations across eight countries, with four distinct itineraries. Notably, the ship will journey upriver to the city of Seville and call at the ports of St. Malo and Dunkirk in France—destinations not available on Seabourn’s ocean ships this season. While these itineraries do not include expedition programming, guests can immerse themselves in Seabourn’s signature yacht-like atmosphere and traditional ocean cruise experience.
During select Seabourn expedition voyages, guest can also participate in the optional Image Masters program, which will provide in-the-field instruction on photo composition, camera technique, editing and retouching, all led by an accomplished nature photographer. Participating guests will enjoy priority access to the onboard photographer, curated outings both onboard and ashore, and priority access to the Photo Studio, as well as educational programming designed to polish their photography skills.
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